Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Aug. 2, #678
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-aug-2-678/

Here are the answers for The New York Times Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Aug. 2, 2026.

Living Underwater in 2026: New Ocean Habitat Just Dropped
https://www.cnet.com/science/living-underwater-in-2026-new-ocean-habitat-just-dropped/

Take a closer look at Deep’s subsea habitat Vanguard, the first new subsea habitat for humans designed, built and deployed in the US in decades.

Inside the Luxury Robotaxi Uber, Lucid and Nuro Are Testing
https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/automobiles/inside-luxury-robotaxi-uber-lucid-nuro-are-testing/

The Lucid Gravity robotaxi is slated to launch later this year. I got an early ride in an engineering prototype.

Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Aug. 3 #883
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-aug-3-883/

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 883 for Aug, 3, 2026.

Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Aug. 3, #679
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-aug-3-679/

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Aug. 3, No. 679.

Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Monday, Aug. 3
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-monday-aug-3/

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Aug. 3, 2026.

Today’s NYT Connections Hints and Answers for Aug. 3, #1149
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-and-answers-for-aug-3-1149/

Here are hints and the answers for today’s Connections for Monday, Aug. 3.

Phishing-as-a-Service Is Powering a New Wave of Cybercrime
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/phishing-as-a-service-is-powering-a-new-wave-of-cybercrime/

Subscription-based phishing packages make it easier for bad actors to trick people into giving up logins or sensitive information.

Galaxy Z Flip 8 Review: I Adore the Thin Look, but Not the Price
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/galaxy-z-flip-8-review-i-adore-the-thin-look-but-not-the-price/

Samsung’s $1,200 Galaxy Z Flip 8 is the company’s most refined flip-style phone yet. But the higher price doesn’t come with an improved battery or better cameras.

A Decade of Pixel: What Is Google Even Trying to Do?
https://www.cnet.com/videos/a-decade-of-pixel-what-is-google-even-trying-to-do/

Google’s Android operating system runs on 3 billion devices. So why does its own phone barely register? A decade after the Pixel first launched, I went looking for a real answer. I talked to industry experts: a wireless market analyst, two longtime tech journalists, and PCMag’s own consumer electronics editor. They don’t all agree.

From the Archives: 1995 Netiquette
https://www.cnet.com/videos/from-the-archives-1995-netiquette/

“Spam.” “Flame mail.” Internet culture has transformed dramatically since 1995, yet so much remains surprisingly the same. Today, we’re opening the CNET Archives to take a look back at how the online world has evolved.

Caught Up in T-Mobile’s Recent Outage? You Could Snag a Credit… If You Ask for It
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/caught-up-in-t-mobiles-recent-outage-you-could-snag-a-creditif-you-ask-for-it/

Customers report getting some compensation for the recent service outage, but it requires some work on your part.

Today’s Deal Alert: Save $651 on This Lenovo LOQ Gaming Laptop
https://www.cnet.com/deals/lenovo-loq-gaming-laptop-deal/

Save 35% on the Lenovo LOQ 2K gaming laptop and get it for just $1,199 today only.

Walmart Deals of the Day: These $100 ANC Sony Headphones Are a Must-Have for Dorm Life
https://www.cnet.com/deals/walmart-deals-of-the-day-august-3-26/

Plus, $30 off the latest Apple Pencil stylus and a bamboo cutting board set that’s over $80 off.

Take Your Dual-Screen Setup Anywhere With This $99 Portable Asus Monitor
https://www.cnet.com/deals/asus-zenscreen-portable-monitor-deal-2026-08-03/

It’s got a 15.6-inch screen, a built-in kickstand and it’s $50 off right now at Amazon.

Switch to RingCentral and Get Up to 12 Months of VoIP Service Free
https://www.cnet.com/deals/ringcentral-deal-2026-08-03/

Upgrade your business’s communications for free before it’s too late.

Boox Is Offering Its Gorgeous E-Readers and Tablets for Up to 15% Off in Time for Back-to-School
https://www.cnet.com/deals/boox-is-offering-its-gorgeous-e-readers-and-tablets-for-up-to-15-off-in-time-for-back-to-school/

Lug books and notes to class without straining your back while saving on these slim note-taking devices.

Grab This Lenovo Idea Tab for Just $150 at Amazon Before School Starts
https://www.cnet.com/deals/grab-this-lenovo-idea-tab-for-just-150-at-amazon-before-school-starts/

This already affordable tablet is now $63 off, so everyone can get the tech they need to start the school year.

Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Aug. 4, #680
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-aug-4-680/

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle No. 680 for Tuesday, Aug. 4.

Hughesnet Files for Bankruptcy After Bleeding Customers to Starlink
https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/hughesnet-files-for-bankruptcy-after-bleeding-customers-to-starlink/

Years of pressure from SpaceX’s Starlink have pushed the legacy satellite provider into a Chapter 11 filing. Here’s what it means for customers.

Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Tuesday, Aug. 4
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-tuesday-aug-4/

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Aug. 4, 2026.