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Congratulations! You have made it to the third and final round of our Big Guessing Game! This year, Lifehacker, along with the other CNET Group sites (CNET, ZDNet, Mashable, and PCMag), has been giving readers a chance to win the latest Apple Watch by making predictions about Apple's big 2026 announcements—including Apple's upcoming iPhone event. There are only three days left to get your guesses in, so make sure you play the game now for your chance to win the latest Apple Watch. If you've played Lifehacker's or CNET Group's Big Guessing Game in the previous two rounds, you'll know the gist. But for any new guessers, here's a summary. The Big Guessing Game is made up of three rounds:Round 1, which ended on June 2. This round was focused on Apple's software announcements (iOS, iPadOS, mac...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Amazon has launched its early Labor Day sale, just a day after Wayfair and Home Depot kicked off their own. The sale will run through Monday, Sept. 7, and features deals on appliances, tech, sporting goods, and more. I've already spent a few hours sifting through the deals on offer, and below I've collected the best I've found so far.The best headphone deals during Amazon's early Labor Day sale Looking for a pair of premium headphones at a less-than-premium price? These Sonos Ace over-ear headphones are a good choice, especially if you're already in the Sonos ecosystem. Even if you're not, they are great headphones for Android and Ap...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you have any fall home maintenance or DIY projects to tackle, Labor Day sales are an excellent time to shop for tools. Ryobi is a solid DIY brand because their 18-volt batteries are compatible with over 300 cordless tools and the batteries last a long time before needing to be replaced. Here are some worthwhile Labor Day deals on Ryobi cordless tools at Home Depot. This Ryobi cordless circular saw is 48% off A circular saw is a necessary tool for most DIY woodworking and repair projects. You can use it to cut materials like plywood and two by fours. Having a portable circular saw is especially useful if you don’t have a table saw ...

Update: As of 5 p.m. EDT, the problem seems to have largely been resolved, as reports on Downdetector have dropped from a high of around 10,000 to under 500. Twitch still has not commented on the issue beyond its initial status message.If you're having some trouble logging into Twitch for a gaming session right now, it's not just you: According to Downdetector, thousands of users are reporting issues with the online gaming platform. It looks like the problems began around 2:30 p.m. EDT, when reports of access issues started to trickle in. By around 4 p.m., those numbers spiked to almost 10,000 and remain elevated as of this writing. Twitch has yet to reveal what might be causing the problem or offer a timeframe for a fix, with its status page merely sharing the following: ...

For Android users, Google Wallet is an obvious way to carry digital payment cards and passes for everything from tap-to-pay to boarding flights. But there's a lot more to the app than storing cards and making transactions. Here are the hacks you need to know to get the most out of Google Wallet. Enable location permissions so Google Wallet can automatically pull up the card or pass you needIf you have loyalty cards, gym passes, or other location-specific items saved in your Google Wallet, you can set up permissions that allow the app to suggest them to you as soon as you're in proximity. This time-saving shortcut means you don't have to go searching for the relevant card or pass when it's needed. You'll need to ensure Google Wallet has access to your device location via Settings > Apps ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Nothing over-ear headphones have been quietly taking over the audio game since launching in 2025, with a unique industrial aesthetic, impressive battery life, and ANC that rivals top brands like JBL and Sony. Launched in 2026, the Nothing Headphone (a) are a more affordable alternative to the flagship Nothing Headphone (1)—and still retain many of the same premium features and overall vibe. Right now, a pair is 40% off, bringing the price down to a record-low $119 (originally $199). These wireless ANC headphones, which earned a PCMag Editors' Choice Award, feature class-leading battery life, excellent sound, and effective noise cance...

For those in the Apple ecosystem, Apple Wallet is a powerful hub for making digital payments, storing tickets and passes, and transferring cash. There are also a handful of hidden features that ensure you have quick and easy access to your cards and can customize how they're used on your iPhone and Apple Watch. Here are the hacks you need to know to get the most out of Wallet. Add cards to Express Mode to use them even when your phone is dead Express Mode in Apple Wallet allows you to use transit cards (and payment cards specifically for transit), keys, student IDs, and other compatible passes without waking your device or authenticating with Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode. These passes are also available on a battery reserve, so you can still use them even if your iPhone is dead. Thi...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.The Anker Prime 250W Desktop Charging Station is one of those products that makes more sense the more devices you own. If your desk usually has a laptop charger, a phone charger, a tablet charger, and a few USB cables scattered around, consolidating everything into a single charging hub can be genuinely useful—and right now, it is on sale for $94.99, down from its regular $149.99 price. Anker Prime 250W Desktop Charging Station $94.99 at ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The days of needing to commit to Nintendo, Sony's PlayStation, or Microsoft's Xbox to play AAA games are quickly becoming a thing of the past. Cloud-streaming games are becoming more popular, making jumping into a gaming session much more seamless and affordable. One of the big players leading this new movement is Amazon's Luna, which, if you didn't know, is one of the many benefits included with your Prime membership. Amazon currently has a deal on this Fire TV Stick 4k Select + Luna Controller bundle for $64.98 (originally $119.98) after a 46% discount, its lowest price ever according to price-tracking tools. Prime Members already ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Aaron Pierre as John Stewart and Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan in “Lanterns.” Credit: Courtesy of HBO. You’re not alone: Everyone loves HBO’s Lanterns. The rebooted D.C. universe has gotten off to a wobbly start, but the new series about Green Lantern Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) breaking in his eventual replacement, John Stewart (Aaron Pierre), is terrific fun, somehow finding the perfect balance of superhero insanity and True Detective-ish buddy cop banter. Chandler and Pierre’s chemistry is off the charts, and the story is legitimately great. It’s a show that both fans of superhero narratives and folks wh...