The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you love a sweet treat.Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for today's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections?The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media. SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for May 8, 2026 Here's a hint for today's Connections categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:Yellow: Tongue kissGreen: Same shapeBlue: A surprisePurple: SweetsHere are today's Connections categoriesNeed a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:Yellow: CanoodlingGreen: Five-sided thingsBlue: Unexpected places to be "Out of"Purple: Ending in candy brands minus "S"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 #1062 is...What is the answer to Connections todayCanoodling: FIRST BASE, MAKING OUT, NECKING, TONSIL HOCKEYFive-sided things: HOME PLATE, JEANS BACK POCKET, SCHOOL CROSSING SIGN, THE PENTAGONUnexpected places to be "Out of": LEFT FIELD, NOWHERE, THE BLUE, THIN AIREnding in candy brands minus "S": BURGER KING WHOPPER, FILM NERD, MEMENTO, PITCHER'S MOUNDDon'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 May 8, 2026 Are you also playing NYT Strands? Get all the Strands hints you need for today's puzzle.If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.

Boston-based travel blogger Jake Rosmarin is among the approximately 100 people aboard the m/v Hondius, a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean now struggling to contain a deadly hantavirus outbreak. In a tearful video Rosmarin filmed for TikTok, the outside world was asked to remember the “uncertainty” for passengers. "What is happening is very real for us right now," Rosmarin said. "We’re not just a story, we’re not just headlines, we’re people, people with families, with lives, with people waiting for us at home.” Before departing from Argentina on the 35-day cruise, Rosmarin filmed a video tour of the ship — highlighting the dining hall, bridge, outer decks, and his own room. The state of the shipThree passengers on the Hondius, which departed on April 11 from Argentina en route to Cape Verde, have died from hantavirus, which is typically contracted through exposure to the feces, urine, or saliva of rodents. It is believed the disease spread during a birdwatching expedition, according to NBC News.The World Health Organization is currently reporting five confirmed cases of the virus. This specific strain of hantavirus, known as the Andes strain, can spread from person to person.After the first infections began to show on the ship, 30 people aboard the Hondius disembarked on April 24 on the island of St. Helena, including the wife of a man who died from the virus. Her husband’s body was removed as well. Contact tracing was not conducted in St. Helena, according to reports. SEE ALSO: Meet the women using AI to detect hidden heart disease The unnamed widow then flew to Johannesburg and then attempted to fly home to Amsterdam, but was removed from the flight before it took off for Europe. The woman has since died.Several of the people who got off in St. Helena are now in the United States, specifically California, Arizona, Texas, Georgia, and Virginia. Representatives of the World Health Organization say the outbreak “is not the start of a new pandemic or epidemic,” according to NBC News.The Hondius is currently en route to the Canary Islands and is expected to arrive in three or four days, but the president of the Spanish-controlled islands is currently resisting the ship docking there. No one aboard the ship is currently symptomatic, Hondius operator Oceanwide Expeditions declared in a statement.WHO recommendationsOn Wednesday, WHO offered key facts about hantavirus:Hantaviruses are a group of viruses carried by rodents that can cause severe disease in humans.People usually get infected through contact with infected rodents or their urine, droppings or saliva.Infection with hantaviruses can cause a range of illnesses, including severe disease and death.In the Americas, hantaviruses can cause hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome (HCPS), a severe respiratory illness, with a case fatality rate up to 50 percent.Andes virus, found in South America, is a currently known hantavirus for which limited human‑to‑human transmission among contacts has been documented.In Europe and Asia, hantaviruses cause hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome (HFRS).Hantavirus symptoms, diagnosis and treatment Symptoms of hantavirus can emerge anywhere from one to eight weeks after exposure, and typically include fatigue, fever, headache, muscle aches, abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting.WHO warns that early diagnosis of hantavirus infection is difficult because many early symptoms are similar to flu, pneumonia, and COVID. The Andes strain of hantavirus is not as easily transmitted as flu or COVID though, according to health experts cited by NBC News. Hantavirus can cause two distinct syndromes: pulmonary syndrome (HPS), which affects the lungs, and hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome (HFRS), which affects the kidneys. HPS is much more dangerous, with a 38 percent fatality rate, according to USA Today, while HFRS has a 1 percent to 15 percent fatality rate.There is no specific treatment or vaccine available for hantavirus, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "Patients should receive supportive care, including rest, hydration, and treatment of symptoms," the agency states on its website.If you think you’ve been exposedWear a face mask and go to the nearest hospital or medical facility immediately.

SAVE $150: As of May 7, the Apple MacBook Air (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) is back on sale for just $949 at Amazon. That's $150 off its list price of $1,099 and its lowest price on record. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $949 at Amazon $1,099 Save $150   Get Deal When Mashable Tech Editor Tim Beck Werth tested Apple's newest MacBook Air, he called it a "near-perfect machine" that's "too powerful for its own good." It's extremely similar to the M4 Air, but now packs Apple's M5 silicon and comes with a steeper starting price of $1,099. "For $899, or even $949, I'd find this laptop irresistible," Werth writes in his review.I'm pleased to announce that his wish has been granted, as the 13-inch Apple M5 MacBook Air is now just $949 at Amazon. As of May 7, you'll save 14% or $150 on the base model with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of solid-state storage. That's also its lowest price on record, which it's reached just once before. Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up! While the starting price for the M5 MacBook Air is technically higher, you're getting more storage than the previous generation. So when you do the math, you'll actually be saving even more by grabbing this deal. Aside from the speedier processor and more base storage, the 2026 Air also comes with the N1 wireless chip, which brings support for WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 6, and is configurable with up to 4TB (up from 2TB). Otherwise, the specs are largely comparable to the previous generation. It still packs a 60Hz Liquid Retina display, 12MP Center Stage webcam, dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, and 18-hour battery life.It's certainly not an essential upgrade if you already have an M3 or M4 MacBook Air. However, if you're rocking an older MacBook or you're just joining the Apple world, this is the best MacBook to get. And as Werth put it, at this price it's irresistible.

TL;DR: Show off legendary paintings on your wall with Dreamscreens Dream Art Collection 4K, on sale now for just $24.99 (reg. $49.99). Opens in a new window Credit: Dreamscreens Dreamscreens $24.99 $49.99 Save $25.00   Get Deal Want to jazz up your living room? Dreamscreens gives your houseguests something to talk about, putting more than 500 famous paintings from history on display right on your wall. You don’t have to spend a fortune on prints and frames; all you have to do is plug the drive into a USB slot in your Smart TV.Right now, you can snag Dreamscreens for just $24.99, with no coupon code required. Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up! Whether you’re an art lover or you just want to switch up your home’s aesthetic, Dreamscreens Dream Art Collection 4K brings over 500 paintings to your wall in seconds. It’s a USB drive packed with famous paintings from throughout history, and there’s no complicated setup — all you have to do is plug it in.Wondering which paintings are included? Iconic images like The Starry Night by Vincent van Gogh, The Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci, and The Creation of Adam by Michelangelo. It serves as a great conversation starter at home, turning your TV into a talking point.Dreamscreens delivers 4K quality, so you can check out every detail of each painting in ultra-high definition. You can also choose to see the paintings in their original aspect ratio with the standard screen version, or select the widescreen version to fill the entire television screen.Not interested in static art? You can also set it up as a video slideshow, with background music to set the vibe.Just one framed print of these paintings could set you back hundreds of dollars. Dreamscreens gives you access to over 500, so you can consistently change things up and enjoy variety.Get Dreamscreens Dream Art Collection 4K for just $24.99.StackSocial prices subject to change.

When Bumble posted a cryptic image on Instagram telling the swipe that "it's over," people questioned whether the dating app was really getting rid of swiping. Today, its founder and CEO, Whitney Wolfe Herd, confirmed that it is.On "The Axios Show," Wolfe Herd said, "We are going to be saying goodbye to the swipe and hello to something that I believe is revolutionary for the category." The change in the matching mechanism will hit certain markets starting in the fourth quarter of 2026. SEE ALSO: Bumble failed to protect user data in ShinyHunters hack, class action suit claims What will replace the swipe? Wolfe Herd didn't say exactly, but it likely has to do with the new AI-driven matchmaking experience, Dates. Wolfe Herd has also mentioned on multiple earnings calls that Bumble is revamping the app's backend as well. "We are evolving into our next chapter," Wolfe Herd told Axios's Sara Fischer, which is similar to what a Bumble spokesperson told Mashable yesterday when asked about the Instagram post.The full episode doesn't appear to be live yet, but from Axios's own coverage, Wolfe Herd also said that the app will not "force one gender over another to do something first," yet the app will keep "the essence of what was always meant to be women making the first move."Bumble has already begun moving away from its "women making the first move" ethos that it held since its inception in 2014. In 2024, the app launched "Opening Moves" to let men message women first in heterosexual matches. Then-CEO Lidiane Jones said the move was at least partly due to dating app fatigue. Wolfe Herd soon returned as Bumble's CEO in early 2025, and in February 2026, the app removed the option in Mexico and Australia. Swiping has been integral to Bumble's user experience since its launch, two years after Tinder (which Wolfe Herd also cofounded) popularized the "hot or not" swipe model. But given that Bumble's revenue and paying users are down year over year, it seems the company wants to try something new to regain those users. Tinder, too, has seen financial dips recently, and it's also made some changes. In March, Tinder released a suite of new features, including an AI matchmaker, Chemistry. Hinge, meanwhile, doesn't have swiping and keeps growing financially, suggesting that dating app users may be tired of rejecting someone with their thumb.

Apple might expand its AI wearable efforts into the world of AirPods.Bloomberg reported today that Apple is in the final stages of testing a new AirPods model that would feature small cameras in each earbud. They would have longer stems than the AirPods you're used to, but would otherwise look very similar, says Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. According to his latest report, the device has "entered a phase where prototypes feature a near-final design and capabilities" after years of development internally, but we don't have a firm release date yet. It's also possible that these prototype AirPods never make it to market. SEE ALSO: Apple AI lawsuit settled: Every iPhone included in the $250 million settlement In case you're worried about being surreptitiously recorded by any random person with AirPods you see on the street, these cameras would not be used for any kind of photo or video capture. Instead, Gurman says they would be low-resolution modules used to see the environment for the purpose of interacting with an AI assistant. We first heard about AirPods with cameras back in 2024, when the reliable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo described AirPods with built-in infrared cameras. At the time, he said these modules would be similar to FaceID cameras and power new spatial audio experiences. More recently, Gurman reported on camera-equipped AirPods this January, saying the focus would be on powering AI features.Gurman says the AirPods will apparently include a little LED indicator light that turns on when the cameras are working their magic, but without seeing the earbuds in action, we don't know how visible that will be to anyone else yet.While Apple has a strong track record with privacy, there are obvious privacy concerns with putting cameras (no matter how low resolution) in a pair of earbuds. Meta's Ray-Ban glasses have enabled a lot of bad behavior, for instance.All of this begs the question: Would you wear earbuds with a built-in camera? As someone who vividly remembers the very negative public response to Google Glass, I do wonder if the populace will feel differently this time around.Big Tech companies clearly think there will be demand for this sort of device. OpenAI is working on an AI wearable with the famed designer Jony Ive, and Motorola released a concept AI pendant at CES 2026. Apple is also rumored to be working on a wearable AI pin, while Meta and Google have invested in developing smart glasses with cameras. Want to learn more about getting the best out of your tech? Sign up for Mashable's Top Stories and Deals newsletters today.

Elon Musk's X is still the most unsafe social media platform for LGBTQ+ users, according to a new report by GLAAD. The organization's annual Social Media Safety Index (SMSI) and its "platform scorecards" grade social media sites on LGBTQ safety, privacy, and expression. GLAAD assessed external-facing policies on diversity programs, content moderation, user suppression, and enforcement mechanisms, among other metrics, for six major companies: Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X, YouTube, and TikTok.X scored just 29 points out of a possible 100. No platform has ever scored above a 67. SEE ALSO: Parents on Instagram, Facebook: Expect a big message from Meta While X may have received the worst marks of the bunch, none of the platforms analyzed by the organization got passing grades. Many, in fact, hit historic lows. GLAAD found that all platforms were "rife with anti-LGBTQ hate, harassment, and disinformation," and noted nationwide rollbacks on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts. The report specifically calls out Meta and YouTube's updated LGBTQ policies, including Meta's overhaul of its Hateful Conduct policy. YouTube's score fell 11 points, the most severe drop, compared to the 2025 analysis. TikTok was the only platform whose score did not decrease over the last year, although it still only earned a score of 56 out of 100. GLAAD began issuing platform scorecards in 2021. Over the last five years, X has consistently earned some of the lowest scores among competitor platforms — X came out on top of TikTok in the organization's 2022 report. Scores are based on corporate transparency metrics established by global digital human rights organization Ranking Digital Rights and 14 LGBTQ-specific online indicators, GLAAD explained. SEE ALSO: Elon Musk's X settles $128 million lawsuit with Twitter executives GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis wrote:"Leading social media companies today do not meet basic best practices in content moderation, transparency, data privacy, and workforce diversity — and continuously refuse to meaningfully prioritize the safety, privacy, and expression of LGBTQ people and other marginalized communities. Advertisers should question commitments to LGBTQ safety and the disregard for the safety of LGBTQ users as they plan which platforms to continue to support. To LGBTQ creators, advocates, and organizations targeted on and by these platforms: these companies need to hear from you. The threats in your DMs, the disinformation fueling anti-LGBTQ legislation, and the bullying that leads to real-world violence are not just ‘part of the job.’ They are systemic failures that tech leaders have the tools to fix, yet they choose to profit from them instead."

OpenAI has been under intense legal and public pressure to improve the way its flagship AI product ChatGPT responds when a user express suicidal feelings. On Thursday, the company launched a feature called Trusted Contact, which allows users to designate an adult to notify should the user talk about self-harm or suicide in a serious or concerning way. The optional feature only encourages the trusted contact to reach out to the user. It does not share chat transcripts or conversation details. SEE ALSO: 4 reasons not to turn ChatGPT into your therapist "Our goal is to ensure that AI systems do not exist in isolation," the company said in a blog post announcing the feature. "Instead they should help connect people to the real-world care, relationships, and resources that matter most." OpenAI has been sued multiple times for wrongful death by family members of ChatGPT users who died by suicide after ChatGPT allegedly coached them to end their lives or didn't respond appropriately to their discussions of psychological distress. OpenAI has denied the allegations in the first of those lawsuits. A designated trusted contact receives an invitation like this from ChatGPT. Credit: Courtesy OpenAI The state of Florida is also investigating ChatGPT's links to "criminal behavior," including the "encouragement of suicide and self-harm."Trusted Contact was developed with feedback from experts, including OpenAI's Expert Council on Well-Being and AI and the American Psychological Association. "Helping people identify a trusted person in advance, while preserving their choice and autonomy, can make it easier to reach out to real-world support when it matters most," Dr. Arthur Evans, chief executive officer of the American Psychological Association, said in a statement.How ChatGPT's Trusted Contact worksUsers can start the Trusted Contact process by clicking on their ChatGPT settings. One adult age 18 or older can be added via the Trusted Contact form. The contact doesn't need a ChatGPT account. The designated contact will receive an invitation from OpenAI explaining their role as a trusted contact. They must accept the invite within one week in order to activate the feature. The contact can share their phone number or email address as a contact method. Should the person decline, the user can add a different adult. When OpenAI's automated monitoring systems detect discussion of self-harm or indicates a serious safety issue, ChatGPT alerts the user that the company may notify their trusted contact. The user prompt encourages outreach to the trusted contact and provides conversation starters. The safety issue is then reviewed by what OpenAI describes as a "small team of specially trained people." When the human reviewers confirm a possible serious safety concern, ChatGPT sends the Trusted Contact a brief email or text message. If the person has a ChatGPT account, they will receive an in-app notification. The notification doesn't include details about the user's discussion. Instead, it informs the trusted contact that the user mentioned self-harm and encourages the contact to reach out. The message includes a link to guidance for having sensitive conversations. Users are free to remove or edit their Trusted Contact at any time. The Trusted Contact can also remove themselves via ChatGPT's help center. Disclosure: Ziff Davis, Mashable’s parent company, in April 2025 filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.If you're feeling suicidal or experiencing a mental health crisis, please talk to somebody. You can call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org. You can reach the Trans Lifeline by calling 877-565-8860 or the Trevor Project at 866-488-7386. Text "START" to Crisis Text Line at 741-741. Contact the NAMI HelpLine at 1-800-950-NAMI, Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. ET, or email info@nami.org. If you don't like the phone, consider using the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Chat. Here is a list of international resources.

GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen surprised the business world on May 3 when he announced that GameStop was making a bid to acquire eBay for $55 billion.The news raised an obvious question: How could GameStop, valued at roughly $12 billion, afford to buy eBay?In a now-viral CNBC interview on Monday, Cohen declined to answer this riddle, and the interview only raised more questions about the acquisition.In its announcement, GameStop said it would offer half cash and half stock, and noted that GameStop's 1,600 physical storefronts could serve as hubs to authenticate and fulfill eBay orders. In addition, GameStop has also quietly purchased a 5 percent stake in eBay in recent years, and Cohen presented CNBC with a letter from TD Securities confirming that the bank would provide $20 billion in financing. However, for many analysts, the math simply isn't mathing. When pressed on how he would get to $55 billion, Cohen repeatedly told CNBC he didn't understand the question.Mashable reached out to GameStop for clarification on Cohen's interview, and the company responded on Wednesday with a link to a recent post from Cohen on X, where he joked, "I’m selling stuff on eBay to pay for eBay." That post is now pinned to the top of Cohen's profile. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. In a follow-up X post, Cohen shared a screenshot of an eBay listing for old socks, along with a warning that his account had reached a $50,000 monthly limit for eBay listings. And not long after that, Cohen shared a screenshot of an email that said his ryan_5050 eBay account had been "permanently suspended because of activity that we believe was putting the eBay community at risk." (The ryan_5050 eBay profile is still online, with active listings for vintage software and gaming memorabilia.) This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. This is what's called "leaning into the spin."GameStop has a history as a meme stock, but by all accounts, the bid for eBay is no joke. In later interviews, Cohen described the deal in more detail, and the New York Times described the offer as "a deal that sounded like a reverse merger." Before becoming chairman and CEO at GameStop, Cohen founded the popular online pet store Chewy. eBay confirmed receipt of the acquisition bid in a May 4 press release.The bare-bones press statement says that eBay had received an "unsolicited proposal" and that it "had no discussions with or outreach from GameStop prior to receiving the proposal."It also said that eBay's board of directors would review the proposal and consider whether or not GameStop was really capable of delivering an "actionable proposal." (Mashable reached out to eBay with questions, but we have not received a response.)The New York Times reports that Michael Burry, a GameStop investor who was famously portrayed by Christian Bale in The Big Short, has since sold all of his GameStop holdings.Want to learn more about getting the best out of your tech? Sign up for Mashable's Top Stories and Deals newsletters today.

Google announced a few new AI-related updates to Google Search this week, including a new feature that appears as "Expert Advice" in AI Mode and the AI Overview section at the top of the search results page. When a user performs a search, Google will now bring in social media posts and forum discussions from around the internet in order to help answer a user's query. The content will appear beside the creator's name, handle, or the community name where the information was posted. A link will also be included to the source.In one of Google's examples, a search about taking pictures of the Northern Lights provided the user with "Expert Advice" from sources such as photography news website DPReview and a WordPress-hosted website for an aurora borealis tour company. However, the advice also featured commentary from Reddit's r/photography subreddit. Google's new update for AI Overviews brings perspectives from social media and online communities into Google Search. Credit: Google Labeling social media and forum posts as "Expert Advice" could certainly be problematic for certain search queries. Search results from platforms like Reddit have become very popular among users looking for reviews or recommendations on products or services. However, users likely shouldn't trust these sources for something like medical advice. And because many spammers are taking advantage of Reddit's newfound visibility in Google Search, not all Reddit commentary comes from actual users.Google says that these new sources won't always be labeled "Expert Advice." The company is describing this content as a "preview of perspectives." In some of Google's examples of the feature, the social media and forum content appears under the title of "Perspectives" or "Community Experiences."Along with this new feature, Google announced a few more updates to AI Overviews and AI Mode as well.AI Overviews will now provide users with recommendations on topics or queries for "Further Exploration" in order to encourage users to dig deeper. In addition, Google has launched a link preview feature inside AI Overviews to give users more information about a certain source. Users will see a pop-up with a preview of the website when hovering over a link.Speaking of links, Google is making links in AI Overviews more obvious, too. Relevant links in AI responses will be highlighted and appear right next to the information.Google is also rolling out a feature that will highlight links in AI Overviews from news sources that a user subscribes to. According to Google, in its testing of the feature, users were more likely to click links for sources that they were already subscribed to. Don’t miss out on our latest stories: Add Mashable as a trusted news source in Google.

GET A FREE $35 GOOGLE STORE CREDIT: Preorder the Google Fitbit Air before it launches on May 26 to get a free $35 credit to the Google Store. The credit arrives after your order ships. Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Fitbit Air $99.99 at Google get a free $35 Google Store credit Pre-order Here A new fitness tracker has entered the chat. The Google Fitbit Air is set to launch on May 26, and it comes packed with useful and user-friendly features. If you're considering an upgrade to the latest Fitbit, check out these preorder benefits.Through May 25, preorders for the Fitbit Air come with a free $35 Google Store credit. Google will provide the credit after the fitness tracker ships. Additional bands start at $34.99, so the free credit is a great opportunity to snag a band that matches your preferences. SEE ALSO: Ending soon: Rate your favorite audio brands for a chance to win a $250 Amazon gift card In addition to the free Google Store credit, preorders get three months of free access to Google Health Premium, which also launches on May 26. A month's subscription to Google Health Premium normally comes with a price of $9.99.Google says this service uses Gemini to give personal health and fitness coaching, adaptive to your lifestyle and preferences. It gives users a detailed sleep score, weekly coaching spotlights, medical record summaries, and fitness plans that adapt to their goals. It also contains a workout library and meditation sessions.Co-designed with NBA star Stephen Curry, the Google Fitbit Air is a lightweight and minimalistic fitness tracker, falling into the category of a screenless fitness tracker like the Whoop. However, unlike the Whoop, the Fitbit Air comes with a starting price of just $99.99. If you're looking for a thin and lightweight fitness tracker, the latest Fitbit Air could be perfection. Preorder it from Google before it launches on May 26, and you'll get a free $35 Google Store credit.

TL;DR: Through May 21, new and returning anime fans can get three months of Crunchyroll Fan for $1.99 per month (reg. $9.99 per month) or Mega Fan for $2.99 per month (reg. $13.99 per month) directly or as a Prime Video add-on during the Crunchyroll ANi-MAY sale. The best deals from Crunchyroll's ANi-MAY 2026 Sale: Crunchyroll Fan $1.99/month for 3 months (save $24) Get Deal Crunchyroll Mega Fan $2.99/month for 3 months (save $33) Get Deal Crunchyroll Fan (Prime Video Add-On) $1.99/month for 3 months (save $24) Get Deal Crunchyroll Mega Fan (Prime Video Add-On) $2.99/month for 3 months (save $33) Get Deal Crunchyroll jacked up its prices earlier this year after ending its free streaming plan, much to the dismay of anime fans. But the streamer is kind of making up for it with its ANi-MAY Sale this month.Through May 21, new and returning subscribers can get three months of the Crunchyroll Fan subscription tier for just $1.99 per month (reg. $9.99) or the Crunchyroll Mega Fan subscription tier for just $2.99 per month (reg. $13.99). That's $24 or $33 total in savings across three months. The deal is available through the Crunchyroll app or website directly or as a Prime Video add-on subscription. Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up! The Fan subscription gets you ad-free access to the entire Crunchyroll library, including new episodes shortly after airing in Japan. You'll also get offline viewing, 5% off select products in the Crunchyroll Store, and the ability to stream on one device at a time. With the Mega Fan subscription, you'll unlock access to the Crunchyroll Game Vault, 10% off select products, members-only offers, early access to sales, and the ability to stream on four devices at a time.The anime-streaming giant is loaded with a vast selection of popular titles, Crunchyroll Originals, and simulcasts, including One Piece, Gachiakuta, Solo Leveling, Demon Slayer, and the beloved Witch Hat Atelier.If you've ever been the least bit curious about anime and want to explore the genre, this is the subscription to get. And what better time than during the ANi-MAY Sale, when it's only a couple of bucks per month. Just imagine how much you can watch in three month's time.

Summer fitness tracking just got an upgrade. On May 7, Google officially launched the Fitbit Air, which Stephen Curry has been sporting for weeks now. The screenless health and fitness tracker is set to ship on May 26 and is perhaps Whoop's newest competitor. While the Fitbit Air looks great and comes with user-friendly features, it's price of $99.99 might be one of its best attributes.Google Fitbit Air specs and highlights Classic band colorways options. Credit: Google As the name suggests, the Fitbit Air is incredibly lightweight, coming in at just 12 grams with the band. It's designed to be comfortable enough for all-day and all-night wear. That's great news since Google says battery life can stretch for up to one week, and it has advanced sleep tracking capabilities.We have tons of options when it comes to fitness trackers, including smart rings, but not many fall under the $100 price mark. Google aims to bring a level of simplicity to fitness tracking with the Fitbit Air, both in functionality and overall look, according to the brand's press release. SEE ALSO: Preorder the new Google Fitbit Air and get a free $35 credit at the Google Store Features of the Fitbit AirLike we've come to expect from fitness trackers, the Fitbit Air does the standard tracking of workouts, 24/7 heart-rate monitoring, and monitoring sleep stages. Getting more detailed and unique, the Fitbit Air takes note of heart rate rhythms and is equipped with Afib (atrial fibrillation) alerts. It also tracks SpO2 and heart-rate variability.When it comes time to workout, you don't necessarily have to let the Air know because it's designed to automatically detect and track workouts. Google says over time, the tracker will get better at automatic detection as it becomes more accustomed to your routines. If swimming is your preferred workout, it's water resistant up to 50 meters.The Fitbit Air's battery life is said to last for up to seven days, and a full recharge should only take about 90 minutes. If you're short on time, Google says a five-minute charge will earn you an additional day of battery life.Stephen Curry special editionIn addition to the standard colorway options, there's a special edition on offer at launch — the Stephen Curry model. The NBA champ helped Google with developing the Fitbit Air, and the special model comes with a Performance Loop band with a water-resistant coating. The interior has raised bands that are said to help with increased airflow during intense activity. The Stephen Curry edition of the Fitbit Air comes in at $129.99, or $30 more than the Air with a Classic band. Special Edition Stephen Curry Band. Credit: Google Preorder and launch infoPreorders for the Fitbit Air are already live. Google says the tracker is set to hit shelves on May 26. You can also pre-order accessory bands today, which start at $34.99. There's an additional incentive to preorder since Google is offering a free $35 Google Store credit on all orders. The credit will show up after your order ships. Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Fitbit Air $99.99 at Google   Pre-order Here

TL;DR: Live stream Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest in the Europa League for free on ServusTV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The Europa League final is calling to Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest, but only one side can book a place in the showpiece event. Nottingham Forest secured a 1-0 win in the first leg, but Aston Villa will be confident of turning things around at Villa Park.If you want to watch Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest in the Europa League from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.When is Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest?Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest in the Europa League kicks off at 3 p.m. ET on May 7. This fixture takes place at Villa Park.How to watch Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest for freeAston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest is available to live stream for free on ServusTV.ServusTV is geo-restricted to Austria, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Austria, meaning you can unblock ServusTV to stream the Europa League for free from anywhere in the world.Live stream Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest for free by following these simple steps:Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)Open up the app and connect to a server in AustriaVisit ServusTVWatch Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest for free from anywhere in the world Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of the Europa League without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest (plus more Europa League fixtures) before recovering your investment.What is the best VPN for ServusTV?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on ServusTV, for a number of reasons:Servers in 105 countries including AustriaEasy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and moreStrict no-logging policy so your data is secureFast connection speeds free from throttlingUp to 10 simultaneous connections30-day money-back guaranteeA two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).Live stream Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest in the Europa League for free with ExpressVPN.

TikTok was offering AI-powered text summaries of videos, but that's no longer happening.Business Insider reported that the feature, which went live recently, is being heavily scaled back due to its propensity for strange, inexplicable errors. Rather than describing what's happening in the video, the feature will now just identify products seen in the video instead. According to Business Insider, one of the most wild errors the summary feature made was describing a very straightforward video of Charli D'Amelio as a "collection of various blueberries with different toppings." SEE ALSO: Taylor Swift and Rihanna TikTok scams are surging One does not have to go far on social media to find other examples. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. BI also noted some other examples it saw, such as describing a dog training video as "a captivating display of intricate origami art, meticulously folded from a single sheet." Another favorite of mine is a video of Shakira described as "a repetitive sequence of several distinct blue shapes appearing and moving across the screen." It remains unclear exactly how this feature made it into the live version of the app if it had such serious problems, but we can rest easy knowing it's not in there anymore.Mashable has reached out to TikTok for comment, and we'll update this story if we receive a response. SEE ALSO: Google AI overviews: Confident when wrong, yet more visible than ever Want to learn more about getting the best out of your tech? Sign up for Mashable's Top Stories and Deals newsletters today.

The best Kindle deals ahead of Mother's Day: Best Kindle deal Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition $164.99 (save $35) Get Deal Best Paperwhite Deal Amazon Kindle Paperwhite $134.99 (save $25) Get Deal Best Colorsoft Deal Amazon Kindle Colorsoft $189.99 (save $60) Get Deal Best Kindle Book Deal 'Dire Bound' by Sable Sorensen $1.99 (save $20) Get Deal As an avid reader, I think I have the best job in the world: I get to test e-readers. That means among the many e-readers in my collection, I also have access to the full Kindle line-up. After testing through every single e-reader in Amazon's line-up, the one I still use everyday is the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition. While I still think that the Paperwhite is the best for most people, I've taken to the Signature Edition because of its plentiful 32GB of storage. I download a lot of books to my e-reader at once so I need a device to handle it and the Signature Edition fits the bill. Plus, I certainly don't mind that it's ad-free.But is now a good time to buy a Kindle? Definitely — especially with Mother's Day this Sunday. First, all of the e-readers on sale right now will arrive in time for Mother's Day so if you're looking for a gift for mom, let this be it. And while these aren't the lowest prices ever, I do have to say, they're still pretty good. The Signature Edition is just $15 more than its lowest price ever and the standard Paperwhite is just $10 more than it's lowest price ever. So if you don't want to wait for Amazon Prime Day, which is coming this June, now is a great time to buy.We've found three great Kindle e-reader deals to shop, plus, there are a ton of books on sale to shop, too. Here are the best Kindle deals to shop — and they'll all arrive before Mother's Day.The best Kindle deal for Mother's Day Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition $164.99 at Amazon $199.99 Save $35   Get Deal Why we like itAccording to camelcamelcamel, the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition's lowest price ever is $149.99. That means right now at $164.99, it's only $15 off from its record low. It hasn't even been that low since last year. So leading up to Prime Day, this is the best deal to shop right now.The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition has lots of special features you can't get in the standard Paperwhite. It includes auto-brightness that responds to your surroundings, plus it has wireless charging capabilities. But its two best features are its plentiful storage and ad-free display. With 32GB of storage, it holds thousands and thousands of books at once. Plus, no ads feels like a nice bonus so your lock screen isn't totally inundated by Kindle promotions. If you were to upgrade to the ad-free Paperwhite, that's $154.99 on sale. So for just $10 more you get twice the storage with the Signature Edition: not too bad.And most importantly, if you're looking to get this as a gift for mom, then it'll arrive in time for Sunday.Read our full review of the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition.More Kindle dealsAmazon Kindle Paperwhite — $134.99 $159.99 (save $25)Amazon Kindle Colorsoft — $189.99 $249.99 (save $60)Best Kindle book deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon 'Dire Bound' by Sable Sorensen $1.99 at Amazon $9.99 Save $8   Get Deal Why we like itRight now, the Kindle bestseller list is dominated by Sable Sorensen's Fury Bound, the sequel in the The Wolves of Ruin series. But if you're just playing catch up, you can grab the first book, Dire Bound, for just $1.99. Dire Bound is described as Fourth Wing meets The Hunger Games, centering on Meryn Cooper, who has to fight to save her sister, Saela, when she's kidnapped across the border. Now as an elite warrior, bonded to a direwolf, Meryn must do whatever it takes to save her sister. It's a fan favorite book with over 160,000 reviews on Goodreads.But there are a ton of deals you can shop now to stock your new Kindle's library.More Kindle book dealsThe Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay by Michael Chabon — $1.99 $14.99 (save $13)Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid — $2.99 $14.99 (save $12)Banyan Moon by Thao Thai — $1.99 $9.99 (save $8)Buckeye by Patrick Ryan — $2.99 $14.99 (save $12)Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner — $2.99 $14.99 (save $12)The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt — $2.99 $9.99 (save $7)Him by Sarina Bowen and Elle Kennedy — $0.99 $5.99 (save $5)The Honey-Don't List by Christina Lauren — $2.99 $9.99 (save $7)My Favorite Half-Night Stand by Christina Lauren — $2.99 $9.99 (save $7)Orbital by Samantha Harvey — $1.99 $9.99 (save $8)Red Rising by Pierce Brown — $2.99 $9.99 (save $7)Wild Side by Elsie Silver — $0.99 $5.99 (save $5)

A whole bunch of Google glasses are on their way this year. And guess what? We’re probably going to hear a lot more about them very soon. Let’s break down what we know and what we think is coming.

SAVE $20.01: In select colorways, the Bluetti Elite 30 V2 is on sale at Amazon for $218.99, down from the standard price of $239. This sale price is set to expire at 8 p.m. ET on May 7. Opens in a new window Credit: Bluetti Bluetti Elite 30 V2 $218.99 at Amazon $239 Save $20.01   Get Deal In a few shorts weeks, we'll unofficially be in summer camping season 2026. If you've been toying with the idea of heading to the campground with more than a small power bank to recharge your phone, you could do well with a portable power station. While not being massively heavy, they can recharge much more than a single phone. Check out this limited-time deal at Amazon on a fun Bluetti model.Until May 7 at 8 p.m. ET, the Bluetti Elite 30 V2 is on sale in select colorways for $218.99 at Amazon, marked down from the standard price of $239 listed at Bluetti. You'll want to go with the black, purple, or green option to get this sale price.For weekends spent camping or going on all-day beach trips, the Bluetti Elite 30 V2 is ready to come along in your backpack. Weighing under 10 pounds, it's easy to pack along on any adventure that'll take you off of grid power. Take it camping and you'll be able to utilize the 288Wh to recharge a phone 16 times or get four recharges for a laptop. SEE ALSO: The campsite-worthy Anker Solix F2000 portable power station is on a major sale at Amazon — save over $1,100 Since it's so portable, it's also great during a power outage at home. Keep it on your bedside table to power up a lamp, recharge your phone, and have use of a CPAP machine come bedtime. The Bluetti Elite 30 V2 includes two USB-C ports, two USB-A, and two standard AC outlets.Before this deal expires tonight, upgrade your off-grid trips with the Bluetti Elite 30 V2. It's available in fun colorways and it's on sale for under $220 at Amazon.

Apple has agreed to pay $250 million to settle a class-action lawsuit accusing the company of exaggerating the capabilities of Apple Intelligence and Siri. The lawsuit claimed that Apple's 2024 and 2025 promotional campaigns for Siri and Apple Intelligence constituted false advertising and violated consumer protection laws. Apple hasn't admitted any wrongdoing in the case, however.A judge still needs to sign off on the agreement, but tens of millions of iPhone owners could soon be eligible to receive between $25 to $95 in the settlement.Which iPhones are included in the Apple AI lawsuit settlement?The lawsuit covers U.S. consumers who purchased specific iPhone models in 2024 and 2025. Only iPhone models bought during a specific period and capable of running Apple Intelligence — Apple's name for its suite of AI tools — are included in the settlement.A May 5 settlement filing states that U.S. shoppers who bought the following iPhone models between June 10, 2024 and March 29, 2025 can qualify for payment:iPhone 16iPhone 16eiPhone 16 PlusiPhone 16 ProiPhone 16 Pro MaxiPhone 15 ProiPhone 15 Pro MaxAfter a judge signs the agreement, a settlement website will be created with more information. How much will qualifying customers receive?We've covered a lot of class-action lawsuits recently, and typically, individual payments are less than $50. After attorneys' fees and administration costs, the $250 million will be divided among qualifying customers.If you qualify, you will be eligible to receive $25 per device. So, if you purchased four qualifying iPhones as part of a family plan, you could receive payments for multiple devices. In addition, per-device payments "may decrease or increase up to $95 per device, depending on claim volume and other factors," according to a press release from Clarkson Law Firm, one of the firms involved in the class action suit.What was the Apple AI lawsuit about?When it promoted the iPhone 16 in 2024, Apple teased a smarter, more conversational Siri with advanced AI capabilities. Yet iPhone owners are still waiting for that newer, smarter Siri to arrive. (As Mashable reported in 2024, "Apple's collection of AI features, branded as Apple Intelligence, made its debut at WWDC 2024, showcasing new AI-powered tools like a smarter Siri, notification summaries, Genmoji, and more.")We should finally see the unveiling of an AI-powered Siri — specifically, a Siri powered by Google Gemini — at WWDC 2026 in June. However, not everyone was content to wait, and multiple class action lawsuits were filed against Apple in the meantime. Those suits were combined into a single action, and all parties have now agreed to a settlement.Want to learn more about getting the best out of your tech? Sign up for Mashable's Top Stories and Deals newsletters today.

Look, we know that companies have to be careful when introducing new, AI-driven features, but Spotify is really taking its sweet time with AI DJ. The company first introduced the feature in 2023. It uses AI smarts and your personal music listening history to create a mixtape, as well as add a human-like voice commentary so that the experience feels almost like listening to a real radio station. SEE ALSO: Spotify now verifies artists that are human, not AI The problem is, Spotify originally launched AI DJ in the U.S. and Canada, gradually expanding it to new markets over time, but some key markets, including many in Europe, were missing — until now. On Thursday, Spotify announced the expansion of AI DJ to six European markets: Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, and Switzerland, as well as Brazil and South Korea. The company also introduced four new language options for the AI DJ: French, German, Italian, and Brazilian Portuguese.Spotify's AI DJ is now available in more than 75 global markets, the company said. Featured Video For You How TikTok is Changing the Music Industry To try it out, find the DJ on your Spotify home page, or search for "DJ." You can then make a request by voice or text by tapping the DJ button; to switch between languages, tap on the three-dot menu and select the language you like. Spotify pointed out that the feature is (still!) in beta, and that you'll need the latest version of the app to access all of its features .