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TL;DR: Charge any Apple Watch anywhere with a wireless Apple Watch Keychain Charger on sale for $14.97 through April 27.

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Apple Watches are super portable. That's practically half the appeal, but portability isn't as exciting when your battery is dead. If you want to give your Apple Watch battery some backup without lugging around a second cable, just get one of these Apple Watch Wireless keychain Chargers. They work with any Apple Watch, and you can even get one on sale for $14.97 (reg. $49). 

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Carrying one of these keychains means you don’t have to worry about packing an extra cable or scrambling for an outlet when your battery runs low. This pocket charger has a built-in 950mAh battery, enough to power up your Apple Watch wherever you are. Just attach it to your keychain, toss it in your bag, or keep it in your pocket. 

The wireless magnetic charging ring makes recharging simple. Just pop your Apple Watch on the charger, and strong magnetic adsorption keeps it in place while it powers up. Four LED indicator lights let you monitor the battery status at a glance, so you’ll always know when it’s good to go.

This charger also doubles as an adapter. You can charge it while you charge your watch, so all you need is a micro USB cable to power up on the go.

April 27 at 11:59 p.m. PT is the cutoff to get an Apple Watch Wireless Charger Keychain on sale for $14.97. 

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TL;DR: Live stream Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Pumas UNAM in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free on YouTube. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The quarter-final round of the Concacaf Champions Cup includes some really interesting matchups, including Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Pumas UNAM. The Whitecaps are the last remaining team not from Mexico or the USA.

If you want to watch Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Pumas UNAM in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Pumas UNAM?

Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Pumas UNAM in the Concacaf Champions Cup kicks off at 9:30 p.m. ET on April 2. This fixture takes place at BC Place.

How to watch Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Pumas UNAM for free

Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Pumas UNAM in the Concacaf Champions Cup is available to live stream for free on YouTube.

This free live stream is available in most locations around the world, but not in North or Central America. Fortunately, fans in these excluded territories can still access this free live stream with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK (or somewhere else with access), meaning you can unblock free live streams of the Concacaf Champions Cup from anywhere in the world.

Live streamVancouver Whitecaps vs. Pumas UNAM by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK (or somewhere else with access)

4. Visit YouTube

5. Live stream Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Pumas UNAM for free

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Pumas UNAM in the Concacaf Champions Cup without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream select Concacaf Champions Cup fixtures before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming services from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for streaming live sport is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for YouTube?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on YouTube, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including the UK

• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $139 and includes an extra four months for free — 61% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

Live stream Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Pumas UNAM in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free with ExpressVPN.

TL;DR: Live stream LAFC vs. Inter Miami in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free on YouTube. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The quarter-final round of the Concacaf Champions Cup includes some fascinating matchups, including LAFC vs. Inter Miami. Fans will be eager to see whether the likes of Messi and Suarez can lead Inter Miami into the semi finals.

If you want to watch LAFC vs. Inter Miami in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is LAFC vs. Inter Miami?

LAFC vs. Inter Miami in the Concacaf Champions Cup kicks off at 11:30 p.m. ET on April 2. This fixture takes place at the BMO Stadium.

How to watch LAFC vs. Inter Miami for free

LAFC vs. Inter Miami in the Concacaf Champions Cup is available to live stream for free on YouTube.

This free live stream is available in most locations around the world, but not in North or Central America. Fortunately, fans in these excluded territories can still access this free live stream with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK (or somewhere else with access), meaning you can unblock free live streams of the Concacaf Champions Cup from anywhere in the world.

Live stream LAFC vs. Inter Miami by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK (or somewhere else with access)

4. Visit YouTube

5. Live stream LAFC vs. Inter Miami for free

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (2-Year Subscription + 4 Months Free) $139 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 watch LAFC vs. Inter Miami in the Concacaf Champions Cup without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream select Concacaf Champions Cup fixtures before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming services from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for streaming live sport is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for YouTube?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on YouTube, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including the UK

• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $139 and includes an extra four months for free — 61% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

Live stream LAFC vs. Inter Miami in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free with ExpressVPN.

It's one of those March mornings where dark rainclouds keep chasing the sun away. I'd rather not leave my remote work sanctum. But there's a quick errand to run in my car, and my mood brightens at one thought: that the drive will be just long enough for me to do a five-minute breath meditation via my Apple Watch.

That's right — strange as it may sound to some, I meditate while driving, and have done so for years. When I step behind the wheel solo, I don't call a friend or fire up a playlist or a podcast or an audiobook, even though there's invariably one of each I want to do at any given time. Nor do I listen to any kind of voice-guided meditation (which, as I wrote, is very much not for me.)

The breath-guiding I'm hooked on has nothing to do with my smartphone, which is easily the most dangerously distracting device in my car. It is utterly, blissfully sound-free. It's the haptic feedback from the smartwatch on my wrist — the slowly-fading tapping sensation that tells me to breathe in for five seconds, the silence indicating I breathe out for the same length of time — that invests my drive with a surprising sense of peace.

SEE ALSO: No, you don't need a guide to meditate

Turns out I'm not the first to discover the soothing power of haptic-based meditation while driving. A 2018 study conducted by Stanford medical school, called "in-car interventions for guided slow breathing," offered a first-of-its kind vibrating seat that helped participants to inhale and exhale by vibrating their whole body, not just their wrists.

All but five of the 24 participants in the study preferred these in-car vibrations to meditative voice guidance. Their Heart Rate Variability (HRV) increased, suggesting they were becoming less stressed. "Slow breathing practices could transform the automobile commute from a depleting, mindless activity into a calming, mindful experience," the Stanford medics concluded.

I'm not about to recommend this to anyone without more on-road study (the Stanford team used simulators in both city and highway modes). Even if this sounds like a fit for you, you should check with your doctor before risking light-headedness by trying a new breathing exercise in an unfamiliar situation. But having run this experiment on myself for years, I believe haptic meditation has made my driving less distracted, and way less road-ragey.

Once I was the guy who headed for the fast lane and got mad at red lights. Now I'm the guy who waves to let you into my lane, or let you cross — and who treats red lights as a golden opportunity to just, y'know, appreciate whatever is happening in the world outside my windshield.

Distracted while driving? Just breathe.

Now, if you're the kind of person who associates meditation with distraction — who thinks that floating away or zoning out is an optimal result — car meditation may sound horrifying. But as this series has been saying for years, mindfulness isn't about escaping to somewhere else. It's about tuning in non-judgmentally to the reality all around you in this very moment: a vital skill if you're going to be safe behind the wheel.

And with April being Distracted Driving Month, we'd be remiss if we didn't point out all those widely-used methods to take drivers elsewhere in their minds — music, podcasts, audiobooks, calls — come with evidence that they make us worse drivers.

"Music in every mood reduces reaction time," concluded a 2023 study of studies about driving with music. "Driving and listening to music compete for the driver’s limited cognitive capacity." Listening at a lower volume does seem to lower drivers' speed, but even that raises their heart rates.

There's more mixed data when it comes to voices in your car. One 2018 study done in driving simulators found that participants' reaction times on simple traffic tests were faster while listening to audiobooks, but slower in complex driving situations. A 2024 study found that drivers were "more prone to making errors" when listening to radio conversations — even more so than music.

As for being on the phone, even if it's hands-free, forget about it. We've long known that phone calls make us more distracted. A 2022 meta-analysis of 83 studies concluded that being on a call while driving "negatively affects driving performance, exposing drivers to dangerous traffic situations." If you, like me, have a friend who keeps missing their freeway exits when they're talking to you, know that this is about the least damaging negative result of the chat.

In short, what you're doing behind the wheel matters — and we're all doing something. Distracted driving leads to more than 3,000 deaths a year in the U.S. alone, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That last meta-analysis also found that in literally any secondary task executed while driving, "the driver's cognitive, manual, visual, and auditory resources are all involved," meaning less attention is paid to the road.

So, go ahead if you wish; transport yourself to other places in your mind while hurtling around in a giant hunk of metal. I'll be over here with the multiple driving anxiety coaches who recommend various breathing exercises to stay calm behind the wheel.

And thanks to the Apple Watch's Breathe feature, where you set the length of your breaths in advance, I don't even have to distract myself by counting the seconds of each breath. My mind is alert, my diaphragm calmly expands and contracts, my foot is ready to tap the brake at any time.

Your move, world beyond the windshield.

Chris Taylor is Mashable's senior editor. This column reflects the opinions of the writer.

Back in January, Nintendo did us all a solid and told us that the Switch 2 is real and we would hear more about it soon. "Soon" is now.

Nintendo is holding a Nintendo Direct livestream at 9 a.m. ET on Wednesday, April 2 to tell us (presumably) everything we want to know about Switch 2. You will be able to watch it live on Nintendo's YouTube channel. Unfortunately, Nintendo hasn't yet said how long the Direct will be, as it generally does when announcing these things. Given that Nintendo Directs are usually about 40 minutes long when there isn't a new console to show, one could reasonably assume that this one will be longer than that.

SEE ALSO: Nintendo Switch 2 launch lineup: Every game we predict will be available at launch

As for what to expect from the Switch 2 Direct, all we can do is speculate. It would be shocking if Nintendo didn't at least reveal the price and release date of the console during this stream. There will also be a bunch of trailers for upcoming Switch 2 games, as well as some idea of which ones will be available at launch.

Aside from the new Mario Kart title that was shown briefly during the Switch 2 reveal video in January, though, it's nearly impossible to say what else will be shown during this Direct.

Either way, the time is almost upon us. Get ready, folks.

The macOS Sequoia 15.4 update has arrived, bringing a few noteworthy features to the Mac operating system.

This is the fourth major update since macOS Sequoia launched last September. Previous macOS Sequoia updates brought Apple Intelligence features like ChatGPT support, AI-generated images and editing with Image Playground, an updated Siri, AI-powered Writing Tools, and AI-generated emoji called Genmoji. Additionally, Apple updated the Photos, Safari, and the Weather app and introduced notification summaries in Messages and Mail.

This update builds on some of these existing features and introduces some new stuff too (insert "Face with Bags Under Eyes" emoji). Let's dive in on new macOS Sequoia 15.4 features to know about.

Mail app redesign

One of the features Apple highlighted with the macOS Sequoia 15.4 update is the redesigned Mail app, which was already deployed to the iPhone with iOS 18.2. Now, emails are automatically sorted into four categories: Primary, Transactions, Updates, and Promotions. Sorting your emails this way is designed to help users "prioritize the most important messages," according to the Apple support page. It also makes it super easy to batch delete the unimportant emails.

If you don't like the new look, you can always revert back to the traditional interface by disabling the automated mail categorization.

Some minor Apple Intelligence updates

It wouldn't be a macOS Sequoia update without some Apple Intelligence news. But this time around, the updates are pretty minor. The ability to make those Memory movies in the Photos app on an iPhone is now available on Macs too. And in Image Playground, you can now choose a "Sketch" style option in addition to Animation and Illustration styles.

Lastly, with the macOS Sequoia 15.4 update, Apple Intelligence has been expanded to new languages: French, German, Italian, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese (simplified).

New emoji

The update we're most excited about is the introduction of eight new emoji, which are also available on iPhones with the iOS 18.4 update.

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Feast your eyes upon these beauties:

• Face with Bags Under Eyes

• Fingerprint

• Splatter

• Root vegetable

• Leafless tree

• Harp

• Shovel

• The Sark flag

We have a feeling Face with Bags Under Eyes is going to get a lot of use.

It's almost been a year since Apple announced macOS Sequoia, which means the next generation of macOS is right around the corner at WWDC on June 9. We'll be keeping our eyes peeled for what's rumored to come next.

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

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

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Wednesday, April 2, 2025:

AcrossSource of Monopoly money

• The answer is Bank.

Pizzeria fixtures

• The answer is Ovens.

With 8-Across, magical substance that enables flight in "Peter Pan"

• The answer is Pixie.

See 7-Across

• The answer is Dust.

"Keep it down!"

• The answer is Shh.

DownWhack on the head

• The answer is Bop.

Fervent

• The answer is Avid.

Connection point

• The answer is Nexus.

Potato-filled pastry

• The answer is Knish.

Mr. Milchick's first name on "Severance"

• The answer is Seth.

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SAVE $60: As of April 2, Sony PULSE Elite headset for PS5 is available in open-box fair condition at Best Buy for $89.99. That’s $60 off its usual $149.99 price.

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I don’t usually look twice at open-box gear unless I’m feeling brave or broke. But $89.99 for Sony’s PULSE Elite wireless headset at Best Buy? That’s a risk I’m more than willing to take. Brand new, this thing goes for $149.99. For $60 less, I’ll deal with a few cosmetic scuffs if it still sounds like a dream and plays nice with my PS5.

I think what makes this headset a standout is the combo of planar magnetic drivers and PlayStation Link tech. It delivers that low-latency, high-fidelity audio that makes every game sound like it was mixed in a studio instead of a broom closet. Explosions rumble, footsteps whisper, and every in-game insult hits just a bit harder. It’s immersive in the best, most distracting way.

SEE ALSO: Apple announces WWDC 2025 dates

The mic is retractable and powered by AI-enhanced noise rejection. I’ve used plenty of headsets that made me sound like I was phoning in from a submarine. This one? Clear, crisp, and natural. And thanks to the dual device connectivity, I can take a call mid-session without pausing the game or unplugging anything. Not that I want to take calls, but the option’s there.

• Price: $89.99 $149.99

• Retailer: Best Buy

• Condition: Open-box fair

• Compatibility: PS5, PC, Mac, PlayStation Portal

• Drivers: Planar magnetic

• Wireless tech: PlayStation Link

• Microphone: Retractable, AI-powered noise rejection

• Connectivity: Bluetooth, dual device

• Battery life: Up to 30 hours

• Quick charge: 10 minutes for 2 hours

• Accessories: Charging hanger included (condition-dependent)

• Comfort: Plush ear cups, headband strap suspension

Battery life is a non-issue. It lasts up to 30 hours, and if you forget to charge it (which I always do), a 10-minute quick charge gives you two hours of juice. Also, the included charging hanger keeps it off your desk and looking less like an e-waste graveyard.

It’s technically listed as “Fair” condition, so yeah, it might have a couple dents or be missing an accessory. But the core experience? Still very much intact. And for under 90 bucks, I think it’s a gamble that pays off. Especially if you’ve been eyeing a premium headset without the premium price.

SAVE $50: As of April 2, UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W power bank is available for $79.99 at Amazon. That’s a 38 percent discount from its regular price of $129.99.

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I don’t typically get excited about battery packs, but the UGREEN Nexode is one of those rare exceptions. It’s not just that it has 200 watts of fast charging power or that it holds 25000mAh of juice. It’s that it makes every other power bank I own feel like a sad pocket warmer in comparison. And right now, it’s on sale for $79.99 at Amazon. That’s $50 off. Which, for something this functional and overachieving, feels like robbery. Again, legal.

I think what sold me was the TFT smart display. It shows battery percentage, output, input, voltage, current—basically everything you need. Compared to most LCD readouts, this one actually looks nice and, dare I say, modern.

SEE ALSO: Apple announces WWDC 2025 dates

Functionally, it’s a beast. I’ve used it to charge my MacBook Pro, my phone, and a tablet all at the same time. No sparks, no overheating, no tantrums. It just works. The 200W output is overkill in the best way. If you travel for work, shoot video, edit on the go, or just live with someone who never charges their phone, this thing is a dream.

• Price: $79.99 $129.99

• Retailer: Amazon

• Battery capacity: 25000mAh

• Output: Up to 200W

• Ports: 2 USB-C, 1 USB-A

• Special features: TFT smart display, PD 3.1 fast charging, real-time power data

• Charging capacity: iPhone 15 up to 5.2 times

• Color: Black

• Durability: Retains 80 percent capacity after 1000 cycles

• Safety: Real-time temperature monitoring and fast heat dissipation

It’s also surprisingly durable. Even after a thousand charging cycles, it keeps over 80 percent of its original capacity. It charges quickly, cools itself efficiently, and doesn’t scream for attention with flashing lights or obnoxious branding.

For long travel days, power outages, or just a backup that can actually do more than revive a dying phone once, this is the one I’d recommend. Especially while it’s still under 80 bucks.

SAVE $23: As of April 2, Sony WH-CH520 wireless headphones are on sale for $36 at Amazon. That’s $23 off the usual $59.99 price — about a 40% discount.

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I picked up Sony WH-CH520 headphones because I was tired of babying my battery-drained earbuds. For $36, I figured if they even lasted a week of commuting, I’d call it a win. Turns out, these things can go for 50 hours on a single charge, which is more stamina than I can claim on most weekdays.

They’re not flashy, they’re not fancy, but they do the job without complaining. The sound quality is what you’d expect from Sony: reliable, clean, and fully adjustable through the brand’s app if you feel like messing with EQ settings. I didn’t, because I like things that work out of the box, and these did.

SEE ALSO: Apple announces WWDC 2025 dates

I’ve worn them for a full day of work and they didn’t pinch or press. Lightweight is putting it mildly. They feel like a whisper on your head, which I didn’t know I wanted from headphones until I had it. They also fold flat, which makes tossing them into a bag feel less like Tetris and more like a casual flex.

• Price: $36 $59.99

• Retailer: Amazon

• Ear placement: On-ear

• Form factor: On-ear

• Battery life: Up to 50 hours

• Charging: USB-C

• Bluetooth: Yes, with multipoint connection

• Microphone: Built-in

• Color: Black

• App support: Sony Headphones Connect

• Extra features: DSEE audio enhancement, Fast Pair, Swift Pair

The fact that they pair to two devices at once is a blessing. I can swap between Zoom calls and my phone without pausing to unpair or re-pair. I’m sure there are more expensive headphones that do this, but I don’t need them. I just need these.

For anyone who wants a budget pair to leave in their work bag, keep by the couch, or survive travel without tears, this is the kind of deal that makes you feel like you’re getting away with something. At $36, I think it’s hard to justify not getting them.

U.S. security officials have reportedly been using their personal Gmail accounts to conduct government business — including sharing sensitive information about military positions. And yes, national security advisor and Signalgate protagonist Michael Waltz was involved.

If we could please go a full five business days without discovering a new breach of tech security by the Trump administration, that would be great.

SEE ALSO: U.S. security officials' passwords found online, including people in Signal chat

The Washington Post reports that members of the U.S. National Security Council (NSC) used Google's email service Gmail to correspond with the official email accounts of colleagues from other federal agencies. As such, potentially sensitive government information has ended up in their personal Gmail inboxes, which are much less secure than official federal communication channels.

Specifically, The Washington Post reports that Waltz had work documents and information on his schedule sent to his Gmail account. This alone is already a questionable security practice. However, a senior aide to Waltz also allegedly used Gmail to share more sensitive information, The Washington Post reporting that it viewed emails involving "highly technical conversations with colleagues at other government agencies involving sensitive military positions and powerful weapons systems relating to an ongoing conflict."

As highlighted by the Signal chat room scandal revealed last Monday, keeping military plans under wraps is a critical security issue. Depending on the information being discussed, officials more typically share sensitive information either in person or on the Secret Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNet), the U.S. government's secured computer network system. Discussing U.S. military positions via Gmail is not a great security practice.

While schedule information may not be as critically sensitive as detailed plans for imminent international military operations, the proper handling of such data is a security concern as well. It isn't difficult to imagine that bad actors could cause significant harm were they to know where and when U.S. national security officials plan to be.

Unsurprisingly, the NSC has refuted The Washington Post's report. Though NSC spokesman Brian Hughes acknowledged that Waltz might have occasionally received work-related information to his personal account, he claimed that the national security advisor copies in his government email so that it's on the official federal records. Of course, this doesn't fix information being in his personal inbox in the first place.

"Waltz didn’t and wouldn’t send classified information on an open account," Hughes told The Washington Post.

Despite the NSC's statement, this is far from the first time Waltz's digital security habits have been called into question. This report is just the latest in a string of tech security breaches by the Trump administration revealed within the past week, all of which involved the national security advisor. Further, sources reportedly told The Washington Post that Waltz was known to copy and paste information directly from his schedule into Signal.

Waltz was a central figure in the Signal chat room scandal, having been the one to add The Atlantic's editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg to the group chat in which U.S. officials were planning to bomb Yemen. Later that week, Waltz was among several officials involved in the chat whose private contact details and passwords were found online. His Venmo contact list was also discovered in the wake of Signalgate, revealing a list of over 300 of Waltz's associates.

In light of this previous insight into Waltz's digital habits and security, these new allegations regarding his Gmail usage aren't entirely surprising. 

Even so, it doesn't seem as though Waltz is facing any serious consequences for his arguably lax digital security standards. The White House has stood by Waltz amidst the security scandals, with press secretary Karoline Leavitt stating that the "case has been closed" regarding Signalgate. President Donald Trump further said that he didn't think Waltz needed to apologise, and that he believes the national security advisor is "doing his best."

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

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

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

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

SEE ALSO: Hurdle: Everything you need to know to find the answers Hurdle Word 1 hint

Often made of logs.

SEE ALSO: Apple’s new M3 MacBook Air is $300 off at Amazon. And yes, I’m tempted. Hurdle Word 1 answer

CABIN

Hurdle Word 2 hint

A deep interior.

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BOWEL

Hurdle Word 3 hint

An open position.

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STEAD

Hurdle Word 4 hint

To prepare.

SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for April 2 Hurdle Word 4 answer

EQUIP

Final Hurdle hint

A military trainee.

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CADET

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FREE STREAMING ALERT: Through April 29, Target Circle members can still score three free months of Peacock Premium. That's $7.99 per month or $23.97 total in savings. Not a Target Circle member? Sign up for free.

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Between consistent price hikes and password sharing crackdowns, the streaming era is becoming kind of a bummer. That's why it's such a delight to see any kind of streaming deal pop up. Bonus points if the deal costs you zero dollars.

Through April 29, Target Circle members can still score three months of Peacock Premium for free. That's $7.99 per month in savings or a total of $23.97. The deal originally popped up ahead of its Circle Week event. Although the sitewide sale is over, the partnership deal with Peacock remains through the end of the month. The only fine print is that you must be a Target Circle member and must not be a current Peacock subscriber.

Not a Target Circe member? No worries. It's free and easy to join. Simply head to Target.com/circle and choose "Create account." Enter your full name, email address, and phone number, then choose whether to use a password or passkey (fingerprint, face ID, or pin) to sign in. Select "Create account" and voila! You are now a Target Circle member and can take advantage of the free Peacock deal.

Peacock is the exclusive home of Universal Pictures (and Focus Features) films like Wicked, Conclave and Nosferatu. You'll also find popular NBC shows like The Office, New Girl, and Yellowstone, plus reality TV faves from Bravo and Peacock Originals like Poker Face and Mrs. Davis. Peacock Premium is the streamer's lowest tier, which means you will have to put up with some ads during shows and movies. But it's hard to complain when you aren't paying a cent.

TL;DR: Get lifetime access to Microsoft Office 2021 and Windows 11 Pro for only A$87 until 27 April at the Mashable Shop.

Subscriptions are great — until they start piling up on you. If you’re tired of recurring fees, this lifetime license bundle for Microsoft Office 2021 and Windows 11 Pro lets you own the tools you need to stay productive without breaking the bank. Through 27 April at the Mashable Shop, you can get both tools with a one-time purchase of for A$87.

With Microsoft Office 2021, you’ll get lifetime access to essential apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, OneNote, Publisher, and Access. Perfect for handling everything from detailed reports to creative presentations, MS Office offers powerful tools and a user-friendly ribbon interface to simplify your workflow. Whether you’re formatting documents or analyzing data, this suite is built for modern professionals.

On the OS front, Windows 11 Pro offers a sleek, efficient platform packed with features. Snap layouts and virtual desktops make multitasking a breeze, while advanced security tools like BitLocker help keep your data safe. But what really stands out is Copilot, Windows 11’s built-in AI assistant. Copilot helps you with tasks like generating ideas, summarizing web pages, or adjusting settings — all with a simple prompt. It’s like having a personal productivity partner built into your system.

Whether you’re optimizing your work setup or upgrading your personal tech, this deal has everything you need to get ahead.

For just A$87, this bundle of Microsoft Office 2021 Professional and Windows 11 Pro gives you lifetime ownership of two essential tools, freeing you from the hassle of subscriptions.

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Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft The Ultimate Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows: Lifetime License + Windows 11 Pro Bundle AU$87
AU$663 Save AU$576 Get Deal

TL;DR: Get Microsoft Office 2024 Home for Mac or PC with a one-time purchase of A$206 (reg. A$238) through 27 April 27 — no subscription required.

What can you expect from your one-time purchase of Microsoft Office 2024 Home for Mac or PC?

• Includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote for essential productivity

• One-time purchase with no recurring fees for lifetime use on one device

• Redesigned ribbon for quick access to tools based on what you’re working on

• Co-authoring features let multiple users collaborate in real-time

• Smarter AI suggestions for text, formatting, and data visualization

• Optimized for Mac Ventura, Sonoma, and Sequoia operating systems, as well as Windows 10 or 11 operating systems

• Create, collaborate, and organize your projects without ongoing subscriptions

Boost your productivity with a lifetime license to Microsoft Office 2024 Home for Mac or PC, now just A$206 until 27 April at 11:59 p.m. PT — no monthly fees, just essential tools you can count on.

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AU$238 Save AU$32 Get Deal

SAVE $334.95: As of April 1, get the Google Pixel 9 Pro for $664.05 at Target, down from its usual price of $999.

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Ready to add a new smartphone to your tech arsenal? You have more options beyond an iPhone or the latest and greatest Samsung offering. There are tons of great phones out there, in fact, and many of them are much more affordable than the flagships out there from the biggest names in phones. For instance, you might consider trying a Pixel phone, part of Google's lineup. And right now is an especially good time to do so, thanks to this Target deal.

As of April 1, get the Google Pixel 9 Pro for $664.05 at Target, down from its usual price of $999. That's a discount of $334.95.

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a formidable smartphone in just about every category. It's affordable, made even more so by this Target deal, and powerful enough to handle whatever you need it for in your day to day life. It features the Google Tensor G4 processor with 16GB of RAM, with a crisp screen that offers 120Hz so you can scroll and game all you want with extra smoothness.

All of this and the phone is fully equipped and ready for all the AI tasks you might want to use (or edit photos with) for Google Gemini. Thanks to its triple camera array and powerful photo tools, you can get some great pictures and video that might even rival your current favorite phone.

If it's time for a hefty smartphone upgrade, this is the time to do it, and you might end up pleasantly surprised with your new Google Pixel.

EARN DOUBLE POINTS: On April 1, enjoy double rewards on all Kindle book purchases. Shop deals and new releases to spend while you save.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Earn double Kindle Rewards points on every store Get 6 points for ever $1 spent. Get Deal

Still in its beta phase, Kindle Rewards is a loyalty program, where you can earn points on every Kindle book purchase. For every 300 points earned, you get $3 back to use on your next purchase in the Kindle store. Typically, you earn three points for every dollar spent, but on April 1, you earn double points on every purchase. That means you earn 6 points per dollar. If you're itching for that $3 reward, if you spend $50 today, you'll accumulate those 300 points fast.

Double points is coming at a good time. Best-selling romance author Abby Jimenez just released her latest novel, Say You'll Remember Me. Or you can maximize your savings and shop deals on Kindle books. Or you can grab The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware, which is soon-to-be a Netflix original, and is discounted to just $2.99.

Explore all the Kindle book deals now and earn double points.

Kindle book deals

• The Final Revival of Opal & Nev by Dawnie Walton — $1.99 $17.99 (save $16)

• The Perfect Couple by Elin Hilderbrand — $1.99 $19.99 (save $18)

• The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey — $1.99 $15.50 (save $13.51)

• The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality by Amanda Montell — $2.99 $28.99 (save $26)

• Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See — $2.99 $28 (save $25.01)

• Shark Heart by Emily Habeck — $2.99 $18.99 (save $16)

• The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware — $2.99 $18.99 (save $16)

• Me, Early and the Dying Girl by Jesse Andrews — $3.99 $17.99 (save $14)

• Play It As It Lays by Joan Didion — $3.99 $18 (save $14.01)

• The Temple of My Familiar by Alice Walker — $3.99 $17.99 (save $14)

• Tibetan Peach Pie by Tom Robbins — $4.99 $23.99 (save $19)

ChatGPT's image generation tool rolled out to free users this week — which means pretty much everyone can now use OpenAI's tool to create images.

There are, obviously, endless things you can do with the tool. It all comes down to the prompts you feed into ChatGPT. The new image generator, part of ChatGPT's 4o model, is apparently quite impressive. Folks have been playing around with ways to use the image generator, but here are four wild use cases we've seen thus far.

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This one, well, doesn't seem great. As TechCrunch reported, users online have been using ChatGPT to create real-looking receipts. At face value, that doesn't seem too wild — but consider all the potential for fraud or scams. You can certainly imagine scammers trying to get reimbursed for things that didn't buy.

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This use case is certainly less harmful than fake receipts: ChatGPT could help you design your home. Tech journalist Kevin Roose posted an example. He took screenshots of a bunch of furniture and had ChatGPT compose those images into a room design. That could prove to be a helpful tool in designing your home — and saving you the trouble of buying a couch that won't look good.

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Lots of folks online have posted examples of using ChatGPT's image generation tool to create ads. In general — like most AI — the ads typically copy the style of real ads. But they do look pretty compelling.

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You can turn pretty much anything into animation with ChatGPT's image creation. X user @BennettWaisbren, for instance, posted Severance characters in different animation styles.

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With all users now having access to ChatGPT's image tool, there will likely be lots of new use cases to come. And, as always, be careful out there and look out for bad actors creating AI images.

UPDATE: Apr. 1, 2025, 12:00 p.m. EDT This post has been updated with the TV deals still live the day after Amazon's Big Spring Sale ended.

A quick look at the best TV deals leftover from Amazon's Big Spring Sale Best 55-inch TV deal Hisense 55-inch U7 QLED 4K TV $499.99 at Amazon (save $298.01) Get Deal Best 65-inch TV deal TCL 65-inch Q65 QLED 4K TV $399.99 at Amazon (save $150) Get Deal Best 75-inch TV deal Hisense 75-inch QD7 QLED 4K TV $548 at Amazon (save $201.99) Get Deal

Black Friday and the NFL playoffs aren't the only good times of year to buy a TV on sale. Another solid TV deal window sprouts in the spring — this is when the previous year's models often go on sale to make room for 2025 TVs finally hitting shelves.

For those eyeing a new flat screen on the cheaper side, the leftover pickings from Amazon's Big Spring Sale are still hot. The event officially ran from March 25 to 31, with several new record-low sale prices popping up — and sticking around on the first day of April.

They're in line with the types of TV deals we usually see from Amazon: noteworthy discounts on all sizes of LED and QLED models from solid budget-friendly brands like TCL and Hisense, plus the expected Fire TV selection. (Granted, Amazon does have a few deals on recent LG and Samsung options peppered in there.)

SEE ALSO: What's new to streaming this week? (March 28, 2025)

We're tracking all of the worthwhile Amazon TV deals still live below, organized by size and then by price. All TVs chosen below have 4K resolution and LED backlighting at the least. If any model bumps up to 8K resolution or QLED or OLED lighting, we'll note it specifically. Deals with a 🔥 next to them have dropped to record-low prices.

Best TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 65-inch Q65 QLED 4K TV $399.99 at Amazon
$549.99 Save $150 Get Deal Why we like it

Any old living room TV that hasn't been upgraded to QLED yet should be scared right now — it doesn't stand a chance against a 65-inch QLED on sale for less than $400. It'll get noticeably brighter and more colorful than regular LED because of its use of quantum dots, or an extra layer of nanoparticles between the screen and LED panel.

This 65-inch version of TCL's lower-tier Q6 QLED is sitting at a new record-low price at Amazon, and it's likely the cheapest 65-inch QLED you'll find until Prime Day in July. For some perspective, the 2023 version of the 65-inch Q6 was on sale for $498 during last year's Big Spring Sale.

43-inch to 50-inch TV deals

• Hisense 43-inch A7 4K Fire TV — $199.99 $249.99 (save $50)

• Hisense 50-inch A7 4K Fire TV — $249.99 $299.99 (save $50)

• TCL 50-inch Q65 QLED 4K TV — $278 $399.99 (save $121.99)

• Samsung 50-inch The Frame 4K QLED TV (LS03D) — $847.99 $1,279.99 (save $450)

55-inch TV deals

• Roku 55-inch QLED 4K TV — $348 $499.99 (save $151.99)

• Hisense 55-inch U7 QLED 4K TV — $499.99 $798 (save $298.01)

• Hisense 55-inch S7N Canvas QLED 4K TV — $797.99 $999.99 (save $202)

• Hisense 55-inch U8 QLED 4K TV — $698 $1,099.99 (save $401.99)

• Samsung 55-inch The Frame 4K QLED TV (LS03D) — $1,097.99 $1,497.99 (save $400)

65-inch and 70-inch TV deals

• Insignia 65-inch F50 4K Fire TV — $299.99 $449.99 (save $150) 🔥

• Toshiba 65-inch C350 4K TV — $339.99 $419.99 (save $80)

• Hisense 65-inch A7 4K Fire TV — $349.95 $449.99 (save $100.04) 🔥

• Hisense 65-inch U6 QLED 4K TV — $498 $734.04 (save $236.04)

• Samsung 65-inch Q60D QLED 4K TV — $597.99 $897.99 (save $300)

• Hisense 65-inch U7 QLED 4K TV — $679.99 $998 (save $318.01)

• TCL 65-inch QM6K QLED 4K TV — $798 $999.99 (save $201.99)

• Sony 65-inch K65XR70 QLED 4K TV — $1,198 $1,999.99 (save $801.99) 🔥

• Samsung 65-inch The Frame 4K QLED TV (LS03D) — $1,297.99 $1,997.99 (save $700) 🔥

75-inch and 77-inch TV deals

• Hisense 75-inch QD7 QLED 4K TV — $548 $749.99 (save $201.99)

• Samsung 75-inch DU8000 4K TV — $697.99 $897.99 (save $200)

• Hisense 75-inch U7 QLED 4K TV — $898 $1,499.98 (save $600)

• Samsung 75-inch Q80D QLED 4K TV — $1,497.99 $1,997.99 (save $500)

• Samsung 75-inch The Frame 4K QLED TV (LS03D) — $1,797.99 $2,997.99 (save $1,100) 🔥

85-inch and up TV deals

• Samsung 85-inch DU7200 4K TV — $749.99 $1,097.99 (save $348) 🔥

• Hisense 85-inch QD7 QLED 4K TV — $798 $1,098 (save $300) 🔥

• Sony 85-inch X77L 4K TV — $998 $1,498 (save $500) 🔥

• Hisense 85-inch U7 QLED 4K TV — $1,297.96 $2,199.99 (save $902.02) 🔥

• TCL 98-inch Q65 QLED 4K TV — $1,497.99 $2,999.99 (save $1,502) 🔥

• Samsung 85-inch The Frame 4K QLED TV (LS03D) — $2,497.99 $4,297.99 (save $1,800) 🔥

GET UP TO $401 OFF: As of April 1st, JBL is offering savings up to 33% off on headphones and speakers.

The best JBL deals live after the Amazon Big Spring Sale Best JBL speaker deal JBL Go 3 $29.95 (Save $10) Get Deal Best JBL headphone deal JBL Tune 510BT $29.95 (Save $10) Get Deal JBL Bar 9.1 Best JBL soundbar deal $799.00 (Save $400.95) Get Deal

JBL is known far and wide for bass that can follow you into the outdoors as well as hi-fi sound that enhances movies and more.

Right now, JBL savings are still live after Amazon's Big Spring Sale. Get up to 33% off on headphones, speakers, and sound bars like the JBL Tune 510BT on-ear headphones.

Here are the JBL deals we're eyeing:

Best JBL Speaker deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Go 3 $29.95 at Amazon
$39.95 Save $10.00 Get Deal Why we like it

The JBL Go 3 is a speaker that's meant to move. Easy to clip onto a bag or throw in a pack, this weatherproof speaker is for days in the park, picnics by the shore, and rooftop celebrations. It has outsized bass for its size. Bluetooth connectivity ensures it connects to your smart phone, so you can share your playlist with the world whether they want it or not.

As of now, the JBL Go 3 is on sale for 25% off, get it for $29.95 and save $10. It's right in time for outdoor season.

More speaker deals

• JBL Go 4 — $39.95 $49.95 (save $10)

  SEE ALSO: The best Apple deals still live after Amazon's Big Spring Sale: Last chance to save on MacBooks, iPads, and Apple Watches

Best JBL headphone deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Tune 510BT $29.95 at Amazon
$39.95 Save $10.00 Get Deal Why we like it

JBL Tune 510BT headphones are meant to go with you. These on-ear headphones connect to your phone wirelessly offering strong bass and clear sound. Touting "JBL Pure Bass," these headphones prioritize a full-bodied sound profile. They're not just for listening however, they also feature a microphone, so you can take calls from your headphones. With up to 40 hours of battery life, they're built to bring your music with you.

Right now, the JBL Tune 510BT headphones are on sale for 25% off, get them for $29.95 and save $10.

More JBL headphone deals

• JBL Vibe Beam — $44.95 $49.95 (save $5)

Best JBL Soundbar deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Bar 9.1 $799 at Amazon
$1,199.95 Save $400.95 Get Deal Why we like it

If you're considering suping up your in home entertainment system, now's a good time to buy, with the JBL Bar 9.1 steeply discounted. This soundbar hits with 9 channels and a subwoofer, for multi-directional audio that's thrown around the room to envelop and immerse you. With 820 watts, the Bar is loud, delivering the sonic booms and crunch that bring out the best in blockbusters and the fidelity you'll want to watch orchestral performances.

Currently, the JBL Bar 9.1 is on sale for 54%. Get it now for $799.00 and save $401.