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Family sedans may not dominate headlines like SUVs, but in 2025 they offer some of the strongest value, comfort, and day-to-day usability on the market. With new models prioritizing quiet cabins, improved ride quality, and the latest driver-assist tech, shoppers who overlook this segment may be missing out on vehicles that deliver far more refinement than their price tags suggest.

Remember DeepSeek, the large language model (LLM) out of China that was released for free earlier this year and upended the AI industry? Without the funding and infrastructure of leaders in the space like Google and OpenAI, the team behind the DeepSeek R1 model was able to create a viable competitor to Gemini and ChatGPT.

This week, the DeepSeek team released two powerful new models, DeepSeek-V3.2 and DeepSeek-V3.2-Speciale — and once again they are totally free to use.

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DeepSeek's China-based team says that DeepSeek-V3.2 provides equivalent levels of performance as OpenAI's GPT-5 and described the model as "your daily driver." DeepSeek-V3.2 is more for the same everyday tasks that you'd seek out from a AI assistant chatbot like ChatGPT.

DeepSeek-V3.2-Speciale, on the other hand, appears to be competing with the more advanced AI models like Google's Gemini 3.0 Pro. DeepSeek describes the model as having "maxed-out reasoning capabilities" and shared testing results showing DeepSeek-V3.2-Speciale acing numerous LLM reasoning benchmarks. 

"DeepSeek-V3.2 is our first model to integrate thinking directly into tool-use, and also supports tool-use in both thinking and non-thinking modes," DeepSeek said in a statement announcing the models posted to its X account.

Basically, as the DeepSeek team describes it, the latest model is able to mimic human reasoning and utilize tools like search engines and calculators. Furthermore, DeepSeek-V3.2-Speciale is for mathematical needs, with the team sharing the models' "gold medal" results from taking tests such as the International Math Olympiad.

DeepSeek says it is setting out to “push the inference capabilities of open-source models to their limits and explore the boundaries of model capabilities.”

How does DeepSeek-V3.2 compare to GPT-5?

The biggest difference is that DeepSeek's models are open-source. In short, they're tools that can be applied to specific problems. ChatGPT, on the other hand, is a closed-source, general-purpose AI chatbot that combines multiple models into a single user experience.

So, while it seems that the latest DeepSeek models stack up to ChatGPT and other models contextually, it should also be noted that it is primarily a text-based model and not one for images, video, or other media. And, of course, DeepSeek's models are free, while users have a very limited number of prompts with the free version of ChatGPT.

So far, on the popular AI leaderboard LMArena, the new DeepSeek models have lagged behind the likes of GPT-5 and Gemini 3. And in terms of feature set, ChatGPT still offers a more complete, all-around experience.

How can you try DeepSeek-V3.2?

Users currently looking to utilize DeepSeek-V3.2 can do so right now on DeepSeek's website, API, and app. You can head to the DeepSeek platform and try it right away.

However, as of now, the DeepSeek-V3.2-Speciale model is only available through DeepSeek's API. The API access for DeepSeek-V3.2-Speciale does incur a cost; however, it is 10 times cheaper than its competitors' models, with a cost of 42 cents per million tokens.

DeepSeek last upended the industry nearly a year ago. Since then, a lot of advances have been made with other models. We'll soon see if DeepSeek's latest models continue to disrupt the industry.

Microsoft has quietly rolled out a partial mitigation for the high-severity Windows LNK vulnerability, CVE-2025-9491, which multiple state-sponsored groups and cybercrime gangs have been exploiting as a zero-day. This security flaw lets attackers hide malicious commands inside standard Windows shortcut files.

December on HBO Max will see its fair share of holiday content, but as far as new shows and movies are concerned, we’re venturing deep into documentary territory with a plethora of music stories about Paul Anka, Wizkid, Jeff Buckley, and Counting Crows. We’ll also see the debut of three highly anticipated, long-awaited movie sequels, along with the first comedy special from SNL star Sarah Sherman, and a new Hard Knocks series focused on the NFC East.

SAVE $1,150: As of Dec. 3, get the Anker Solix F2000 portable power station for $849 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,999. That's a discount of 58%.

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We've seen Cyber Monday come and go, but there are still plenty of reasons to shop when it comes to Amazon. The retailer has a wide variety of items on sale, including cold-weather and off-grid essentials, like portable power stations. If you're looking for something to rely on if you lose power due to winter storms or you just need a backup for camping or other outdoor activity, we've found one that you can use for a variety of situations and then some for a great price.

As of Dec. 3, get the Anker Solix F2000 portable power station for $849 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,999. That's a discount of 58%.

SEE ALSO: The best Cyber Monday deals on portable power stations: Jackery, Bluetti, and DJI at record lows

This portable power station boasts 2,048Wh of capacity, with 2,400W of continuous output and a surge of 2,800W. If you end up needing more power, it is compatible with an additional battery as well, so you can net up to 4,096Wh. It has a long-lasting battery too, so you can rely on it for the long term.

It also has wheels and a special handle to make it much easier to tote around, as it's not especially light. It's 26 pounds, but it has such a large capacity that it's worth wheeling around and taking with you, even at this bigger size. Since it has a light as well, you can actually see what you're doing with it when the power is off. It's also got you covered with two USB-A, three USB-C, four AC, and one 30-amp port.

Grab this power station and be ready for whatever happens this winter, whether you need it or not. It's always good to be prepared.

AT&T confirmed it will be terminating its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs as a bid to win Federal Communications Commission (FCC) favor.

The telecommunications giant has been awaiting FCC approval on a billion dollar spectrum license purchase made in 2024, and made a commitment to scaling back its DEI efforts earlier this year. According to a letter sent to the agency, AT&T has shuttered any and all roles, employee groups, and programs related to DEI policies.

SEE ALSO: AI safety report: Only 3 models make the grade

"The legal landscape governing diversity, equity, and inclusion (‘DEI’) policies and programs has changed," wrote the company. "AT&T has always stood for merit-based opportunity, and we are pleased to reaffirm our commitment to equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination today."

It's not the first mobile carrier to acquiesce to the administration's anti-woke crusade. The FCC, headed by Trump-appointed chair Brendan Carr, has been on a concerted mission to eliminate DEI programs across the telecommunications sector, including pressuring companies to terminate their commitments in order to win approval from the agency.

In May, Verizon ended its DEI policies to win a $20 billion bid for ownership of broadband provider Frontier Communications, which included removing all DEI language from internal and external materials, ending diversity hiring bonuses, and dissolving human resources departments dedicated to DEI. Competitor T-Mobile made the same compromise in July, terminating DEI programs to win two deals with the FCC.

Carr has previously launched anti-DEI probes of major entertainment and broadcast companies, including Disney and ABC, as well as publicly-funded media, like NPR and PBS. In addition, the agency has slashed at affordable broadband and fiber-optic plans, which predominately help low-income and rural communities, as part of the Trump administration's attack on Biden-Harris equity projects.

AT&T has also been a leader in affordable connectivity projects, including bringing fiber-optic broadband internet to Indigenous communities and explicit commitments to closing the digital divide.

"Companies should remember that abandoning fairness and inclusion for short-term gain will be a stain to their reputation long into the future," said FCC Democrat Anna Gomez in a statement following AT&T's announcement.

SAVE $503: The 40-inch Samsung Odyssey G7 curved gaming monitor is on sale for $696.99, down from the list price of $1,199.99. That's a 42% discount and the lowest we've ever spotted at Amazon.

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Winter is nearly here and that means it's time to consider what your gaming set-up looks like. If you're feeling like you deserve a nice treat to round out 2025 (you do), there's a great gaming monitor that's still sitting at a Cyber Monday sale price.

As of Dec. 3, the 40-inch Samsung Odyssey G7 curved gaming monitor is on sale for $696.99, marked down from the normal price of $1,199.99. That's a major 42% discount that takes $503 off the usual price. It's also the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

SEE ALSO: Don't miss the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 still at its best-ever price after Cyber Monday — save over $100

If you've never had the joy of gaming with a massive curved monitor in front of you, today's deal is your sign up make this happen. It's a game-changing (sorry) way to experience your favorite titles. Samsung always shows up with great features on gaming monitors so you know you're in good hands. There's the 180Hz refresh rate and the one millisecond response time for seamless gameplay with this monitor.

Before you jump on this deal, make sure this model will happily fit on your desk or the dining room table. We're looking at 36.5 inches wide and 11.9 inches deep with the included stand on this model.

While the 40-inch Samsung Odyssey G7 curved gaming monitor is still sitting at a Cyber Monday sale price, give your gaming set-up the upgrade it deserved before winter holidays kick in.

Raspberry Pi just announced software updates for its growing suite of AI products. This is coming with full support for the AI HAT+ on the Trixie release of Raspberry Pi OS and a brand new debugging feature for the AI Camera.

For the last month or two, we've been hearing plenty about Samsung's next major software update, One UI 8.5, which will still be based on Android 16 and packed with new features. Now, a big leak revealed all the exciting features that are about to arrive.

Last year's Spotify Wrapped was widely received online as a boring, plain mess. By that standard, Wrapped 2025 has been a stark raving success.

In case you missed it, Wrapped dropped on Monday and Spotify loaded it with updates in changes. (We've got all the details at Mashable.) Spotify added new features like Listening Age, Clubs, Top Albums, and much more. Spotify itself noted during a press event this week that it had seen pushback to the 2024 Wrapped heading into this year. So far, it seems people have liked the changes and a return to form for one of the internet's favorite days.

SEE ALSO: What are the Spotify Wrapped clubs? What you need to know.

And not a moment too soon for Spotify, which has suffered one PR disaster after another these days — most notably widespread protests and defections over its CEO's military ties and the platform allowing ICE recruitment ads.

But the internet cannot help but share its taste in music on Wrapped day and that rang true on Wednesday.

so about spotify wrapped…

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— Sighmon (@sighmonsayss.bsky.social) December 3, 2025 at 9:10 AM

That’s right it’s the song of the year, “MacArthur Park Suite” by Donna Summer

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— BUM CHILLUPS AKA SPENCER HALL (@edsbs.bsky.social) December 3, 2025 at 9:40 AM

Spotify Wrapped is a yearly reminder that something is very wrong with me.

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— Mike Drucker (@mikedrucker.bsky.social) December 3, 2025 at 10:43 AM

wrapped is a humiliation ritual for me

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— payton mitchell (@paytmitch.bsky.social) December 3, 2025 at 9:29 AM

Get off my lawn

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— Stone Cold Jane Austen (@abbyhiggs.bsky.social) December 3, 2025 at 10:33 AM

My Spotify wrapped age is 62. My actual age is 44. No notes.

— Jenn 🩷 (@alldolledup44.bsky.social) December 3, 2025 at 10:39 AM SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about Spotify Wrapped 2025

There were also folks who posted about not wanting to see Wrapped posts or about leaving Spotify this year.

I canceled my Spotify subscription this year so they sent my Wrapped through my living room window attached to a brick

— amy brown (@amybrown.xyz) December 3, 2025 at 8:43 AM

Spotify wrapped is canceled, post your Wikipedia wrapped

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— Jam2go (@jam2go.com) December 2, 2025 at 5:16 PM

SAVE $450: As of Dec. 3, you can get the iRobot Roomba Plus 505 Combo for just $549. That's 45% off its list price of $999.99 and its lowest price on record.

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The Roomba family tree grew in 2025 with eight new models, and of course, Amazon put them on sale for Black Friday. While many of the best Cyber Week robot vacuum deals are no longer available, one of the new Roombas is still chilling at its Black Friday discount if you're in the market.

As of Dec. 3, you can still get the iRobot Roomba Plus 505 Combo for $549. That's 45% off its list price of $999.99 and its lowest price since its debut earlier this year.

As the name suggests, the 505 Combo is both a robot vacuum and a mop. This model is one of the first Roombas with self-washing and drying mopping pads that costs under $1,000 (the other being the 405 Combo). It uses iRobot's PerfectEdge technology, which means its two spinning mopping pads can swing out from the vacuum to clean deep into edges and corners. Mashable's robot vacuum reviewer Leah Stodart said, "This hinged pad design is one I've experienced in a few Roborock models now, and the attention to detail has been a game changer for me, especially near the kitchen counters."

The Roomba 505 Combo also features small obstacle avoidance, which Stodart says is a "navigational non-negotiable." It ensures your robot vacuum won't drag around pet waste or eat your charging cables.

For a Roomba with all of these features, its $999.99 list price is understandable. At its $549 Black Friday price, it's a total steal.

Home Assistant is a free, open-source, and independent smart home platform, but did you know there’s a company called Nabu Casa chipping in behind the scenes? If you want to pay to make remote access and cloud backup as easy as possible, that’s where your money goes.

The comet called Clarke isn't done with Earth yet. And the new clip from Greenland 2: Migration gives us a terrifying taste of what is yet to come.

In the nerve-shredding post-apocalyptic thriller Greenland, a comet big enough to kill a planet sent family man John Garrity (Gerard Butler), his wife (Morena Baccarin), and their child to flee everything they knew and most everyone they loved, in search of safety in a bunker in the titular country. But who wants to live the rest of their life in a bunker, right?

Greenland 2: Migration picks up five years after the events of the first film. And while the Earth took a pummeling from Clarke, the planet is still standing. There's even talk that the crater from the biggest piece of the comet that hit ground has made a natural paradise with fresh water, clean air, and green land (see what I did there?). But the trick is getting there.

Butler and Baccarin reprise their roles as husband and wife, joined this time by Roman Griffin Davis (Jojo Rabbit, The Long Walk) as their diabetic son, Nathan. But in this clip from Greenland 2: Migration, it's clear that the bits of the comet still orbiting the planet can bring fresh hell to those below. And as the trailer previously teased, there are plenty of new threats for the Garrity family to face in their ongoing quest for survival.

Directed by Ric Roman Waugh, Greenland 2: Migration opens in theaters on Jan. 9.

'Tis the season to wrap piles of presents, send out dozens upon dozens of greeting cards, make hundreds of cookies — and feel the stress of all the obligations of the holidays weighing on you like Santa's sleigh, reindeer and all!

If the holidays' fast approach is getting you stressed, you're not alone! But fret not, because Pluto TV, the free streaming service from Paramount, has two gifts for those of us who need an outlet to blow off some seasonal steam.

First, there's Pluto TV's new Holidays Are Brutal collection, which features an array of action-packed movies, like Charlie’s Angels, Rush Hour, The Expendables, The Rock, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Gladiator, The Mask of Zorro, Transformers 1-4, Blade 1-3, The Mummy, and The Mummy Returns.

And in honor of the Holidays Are Brutal collection, Pluto TV has built holiday-themed rage rooms in 10 cities across the U.S. where you can enter a festive space and unleash your inner action hero by smashing ornaments, thrashing gift boxes, and taking the term "decking" the halls in a violent direction. Per Pluto TV's press release, "The holidays pack a punch, but with Pluto TV, you can punch back!"

Best of all, access to both the streaming titles and the rage rooms are free.

How can I get into the Pluto TV holiday rage rooms?

Pluto TV's The Holidays Are Brutal Rage Rooms will open one day only, Dec. 11. All you've got to do to get in on this furious fun is sign up at the link.

Participating locations for Pluto TV’s The Holidays Are Brutal Rage Rooms are as follows:

• New York: The Ragery (153 Essex St. New York, NY 10002)

• Dallas - Fort Worth: The Secret Chambers (513 Alta Mere Dr., Fort Worth, TX 76114)

• Chicago: The Angry Cactus Lounge (2525 N. Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60647)

• Houston: Break Life Houston (5805 Centralcrest St., Houston, TX 77092)

• Atlanta: Total Rage ATL (3982 Austell Powder Springs Rd, Powder Springs, GA 30127)

• Philadelphia: Rage Philly (8043 Craig St., Philadelphia, PA 19136)

• Los Angeles: Rage Ground (120 E 11th St., Los Angeles, CA 90015)

• Washington, D.C. : Kraken - Penn Quarter (840 E St. NW Washington, DC 20004)

• Raleigh-Durham: Wreck It Rage Room (4122 Bennett Memorial Rd. STE 105, Durham, NC 27705)

• Phoenix: Breakthrough Smash Room (3414 W. Union Hills Dr. Suite #8, Phoenix, AZ 85027)

So, fill out the form. And ready yourself for a smashing good time!

To check out The Holidays are Brutal collection, visit Pluto TV.

UPDATE: Dec. 4, 2025, 9:32 a.m. This post has been updated with new information regarding the location of the Atlanta rage room.

SAVE 50%: As of Dec. 3, you can get the iRobot Roomba Plus 405 (G185) Combo Robot Vacuum & Mop for $399, down from $799.99. That's a 50% discount or a $400.99 price cut.

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Cyber Monday has come to a startling halt, but not all the best deals are dead. This year, the robot vacuum category honestly beat out almost every other sale we tracked. There were tons of great discounts, and the best part is that many are still live right now, including lingering deals on Roombas and Roborocks.

SEE ALSO: What is the best robot vacuum for pet hair? My cats and I have been testing options at home.

As of Dec. 3, you can get the high-end iRobot Roomba Plus 405 (G185) Combo Robot Vacuum & Mop with AutoWash Dock for $399, down from $799.99, saving you $400.99. This is a massive discount, and it’s a damn good deal considering we’re two days post-Cyber Monday.

This is the model you want because it practically manages itself: the robot mops, washes its own pads, and empties its own bin for months at a time. It’s seriously impressive, especially because it’s equipped with spinning DualClean Mop Pads and SmartScrub technology for deeper, down-and-dirty cleaning. Plus, the intuitive sensors automatically lift the mop pad when the robot moves onto carpet, keeping your rugs dry and safe.

Spotify Wrapped 2025 is here — and we've all got badges.

Spotify noticed the underwhelming reviews for last year's Wrapped and jam-packed its latest offering with features and updates. We've got you covered on all those details at Mashable. But perhaps the most prominent of those updates are the new clubs in 2025 Wrapped. You might be confused about what those things actually are, but we'll explain.

What are the Wrapped clubs and roles?

In short: The clubs are a clever, cute way to group your musical taste.

"Clubs show off your listening style in a whole new way," wrote Spotify on a page explaining the clubs. "Your Club captures the emotional qualities of your year in music. That includes the moods, genres, and musical terms that defined what you listened to most."

The six clubs are: Club Serotonin, Cloud State, Cosmic Stereo, Full Charge, Grit Collective, and Soft Hearts. They each come with a cool, illustrated badge of sorts. Spotify has further details on the clubs, but the names are somewhat of self-explanatory. Soft Hearts (my club) are the sensitive folks, Cloud State likes peaceful music, and Full Charge loves a party, for instance.

From there, Spotify also gives you a role within the club, based on the dynamic you bring to the group. Here's how they define those roles.

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So really, the badges and roles are a fun way of letting you know the kind of music you're into and how you consume it. It's like getting sorted into a house or clique. Take your badge and wear it with pride.

Got an old Android tablet gathering dust in a drawer? Wondering if there’s anything genuinely useful you can do with it besides recycling it? Here are seven practical ways to give your old Android tablet a new life and a new purpose.

SAVE $130: As of Dec. 3, the Hisense 75-inch E6 Cinema QLED 4K TV is still on sale for just $399.99 at Amazon post Cyber Monday. That's 25% or $130 in savings.

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As per usual, Black Friday and Cyber Monday TV deals were pretty dang epic. While many of them have disappeared now that Cyber Monday has officially ended, there are some stragglers we think are still worth snagging — including this 75-inch QLED 4K TV from Hisense.

As of Dec. 3, the Hisense 75-inch E6 Cinema QLED 4K TV is still on sale for $399.99 at Amazon post Cyber Monday. That's 25% or $130 off its usual cost and the lowest price on record.

This deal really highlights why we love the Hisense TV brand so much. You can get premium specs, like QLED lighting and 4K resolution, for a wildly low price. It's not going to be the most impressive QLED on the market, but for most casual viewers, you can't really tell much of a difference. This model is equipped with a light sensor that automatically adjusts the brightness based on your viewing environment. Plus, it features a filmmaker mode that allows you to watch movies with the original aspect ratio, frame rate, color, and audio.

The E6 Cinema Series runs on the Fire TV platform. That means you'll have access to Alexa at your fingertips — just press and ask Alexa to play the next episode of a TV show or open your favorite streaming app. As far as budget-friendly TVs go, the Hisense E6 Cinema is pretty loaded with features. Act fast to score the Cyber Monday deal while it's still live.

SAVE $150.99: As of Dec. 3, get the iRobot Roomba 105 robot vacuum for $149 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $299.99. That's a discount of 50%.

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Cyber Monday has come and gone, but that doesn't mean you can't still find deals here and there. For instance, there are still plenty of discounts to be found across the board on a variety of items, including robot vacuums. We've found one in particular that you should consider scooping up as soon as possible, as it's a whopping 50% off right now.

As of Dec. 3, get the iRobot Roomba 105 robot vacuum for $149 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $299.99. That's $150.99 off and a discount of 50%.

SEE ALSO: The final 3 best Cyber Monday laptop deals still alive

Mashable's Senior Shopping Reporter and resident Roomba expert, Leah Stodart, considered this model one of the best cheap Roomba deals ahead of Black Friday, and it's even cheaper now. It offers 7,000 Pa of suction with multi-surface and edge-sweeping brushes, so it can get to every nook and cranny around your home with ease. Not having to maneuver a cordless vacuum around makes it well worth the price.

It uses LiDAR detection to create a map of your home so it can get around obstacles and avoid issues easily, all on its own. Plus, it's strong enough to cut through worn-in dirt and debris in your carpet, so you're not required to get on your hands and knees and detangle hair or lessen the mess alone.

If you're ready to farm some of your cleaning tasks out to a robot vacuum for less, now's the time to do it before this deal expires.

My parents owned a station wagon only very briefly when I was a child, but I'll never forget how awesome it was to hang out in the back of that wood-paneled beauty with the seats folded down. It made long trips a breeze, and I was sad to see it go.