Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Aug. 6, #682
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-aug-6-682/

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle No. 682 for Thursday, Aug. 6.

Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Aug. 6 #886
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-aug-6-886/

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 886 for Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026.

Today’s NYT Connections Hints and Answers for Aug. 6, #1152
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-and-answers-for-aug-6-1152/

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle No. 1152 for Aug. 6, 2026.

Sunbird Brings the iMessage Experience to Android Phones
https://www.cnet.com/tech/sunbird-imessage-app-android-phones/

The texting app, which was pulled in 2023 over privacy concerns, is back on the Google Play Store.

Abode Expands Into the New Age of Home Security With Unique Outdoor Sensors
https://www.cnet.com/home/security/abode-expands-into-the-new-age-of-home-security-with-unique-outdoor-sensors/

Abode’s new sensors detect tilting, strange movements and more, a rarity among current security systems.

Apple’s Private Relay Isn’t So Private After All, Can Leak Your IP Address
https://www.cnet.com/uncategorized/apples-private-relay-isnt-so-private-after-all-can-leak-your-ip-address/

Surprisingly, one culprit behind the leak is passkey technology, which is supposed to be a more secure way to authenticate data such as site logins.

Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Thursday, Aug. 6
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-thursday-aug-6/

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026.

Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Aug. 6, #1874
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-aug-6-1874/

Here are the hints and answers for Wordle No. 1874 for Aug. 6, 2026.

My Weekend Menu? Homemade Pizza, Thanks to 60% Off This Chefman Oven
https://www.cnet.com/deals/chefman-indoor-pizza-oven-deal-2025-08-06/

The Chefman Indoor Pizza Oven is down to $200. With five presets, you can bake your perfect pizzas in just a few minutes.

Act Now to Grab a Free Samsung Galaxy A17 Smartphone for Kids With Troomi
https://www.cnet.com/deals/troomi-deal-2026-08-06/

This 5G smartphone allows your kid to stay connected to you while preventing them from doomscrolling on unsafe apps.

Bose’s New QuietComfort Headphones Are Truly Next Gen. Here’s What I Like About Them
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/boses-new-quietcomfort-headphones-are-truly-next-gen-heres-what-i-like-about-them/

The 2026 second-generation QC Headphones offer design, feature and performance upgrades that makes them seem like a true 2.0 product.

Photo and Video Editing in ChatGPT Just Got an Adobe-Size Update
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/adobe-for-chatgpt-updated-plugins-editing-news-2/

Adobe’s plugin adds over 70 new photo, video and document editing capabilities inside ChatGPT.

Grand Theft Auto 6 Extended Preview Will Debut on Netflix This Month
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/grand-theft-auto-6-extended-preview-debuts-on-netflix-this-month/

The streaming service will get the first look before the presentation becomes available on YouTube.

Amazon Deals of the Day: Upgrade to a QLED TV for an Impressive 30% Off
https://www.cnet.com/deals/amazon-deals-of-the-day-8-6-2026/

Plus, score over $100 off the Dyson Ball Animal 2 Plus vacuum and $40 off the Ring Spotlight Cam Plus.

You Can Now Have Unlimited Text Chats Without Paying for ChatGPT
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/free-chatgpt-users-unlimited-text-news/

OpenAI is upgrading its default options for free and paying ChatGPT users.

Google Wallet Now Lets Parents Create Secure Tap and Pay Balances for Kids
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/google-wallet-now-lets-parents-create-secure-tap-and-pay-balances-for-kids/

The new feature gives kids a way to manage their money without a bank account.

This Cuisinart Dual-Basket Air Fryer Just Hit a New Record-Low Price
https://www.cnet.com/deals/cuisinart-dual-basket-air-fryer-record-low-price/

Cook two dishes at once with this kitchen tool that’s $50 less than usual.

How Fast Should Your Home Internet Be?
https://www.cnet.com/paid-content/how-fast-should-your-home-internet-be/

Here’s how to figure out how much speed your household needs, and when it might be time to switch to a new provider.

This Dell Ryzen 7 Laptop Is Down to $600 at Best Buy, but Only for Today
https://www.cnet.com/deals/dell-ryzen-7-laptop-deal-26-08-06/

This a strong laptop for everyday use and it’s seeing a special one-day discount.

Save $200 on This Lenovo Chromebook Plus With a Gorgeous 2K Touchscreen
https://www.cnet.com/deals/lenovo-chromebook-plus-deal-26-08-06/

Google’s AI-powered Chromebook is now down to just $429.

Ford Unveils New, Affordable Electric Truck, the Fathom
https://www.cnet.com/home/electric-vehicles/ford-new-affordable-electric-truck-fathom/

The Fathom starts at under $30,000 and will be the first vehicle made by Ford’s new Universal Electric Vehicle platform.