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AT&T, Verizon Start Preorders for Google’s Pixel Fold, but Devices Won’t Ship Until July 18

Google’s first foldable phone isn’t coming for a few more weeks.

Google’s Pixel Fold is nearing its release, but there may be a bit of a delay. After being announced at Google I/O in May, Google’s first foldable is just now getting some release updates, this time from AT&T and Verizon.

On Tuesday, AT&T announced that it will begin its own preorders for the Pixel Fold and introduced a deal that offered new and existing AT&T users the Pixel Fold for $25 per month without needing to trade in a device. To get that discount you will need to be on an unlimited plan and commit to a 36-month installment plan.

All told, the carrier is willing to cover $900, or half of the Pixel Fold’s regular $1,799 starting price for the 256GB model (not including taxes). Oddly, purchasing the 256GB model outright from the carrier is $1,880, or $81more than the unlocked version you could buy directly from Google.

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Verizon previously said it would begin accepting preorders for the foldable on June 20, and said the device would go on sale on June 27. Verizon is still taking preorders, starting on Tuesday, but it now says that «wide availability» won’t be until July 18.

Verizon’s deals are also not as aggressive as AT&T’s. Switchers can get up to $1,100 off the Pixel Fold while existing customers can get up to $900 off. Both options require a trade-in of «select» devices and need you to be on the carrier’s newest Unlimited Plus plan.

The longer-than-expected wait for Google’s first foldable is a bit of a surprise. Although Google did not announce an exact release date for the device during its launch, early preorders displayed a June 27 ship date. Recent shipping estimates on Google’s storehave the foldable not shipping until early to mid-August depending on color and storage option.

T-Mobile has yet to release its preorder or sale date but has said it will offer the device. The carrier did not immediately respond to a request for comment when contacted by CNET.

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Today’s NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Oct. 29, #871

Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for Oct. 29, No. 871.

Looking for the most recent Connections answers? Click here for today’s Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle, Connections: Sports Edition and Strands puzzles.

Today’s NYT Connections puzzle has some very tricky words in the grid. You might not know the meaning of all of them, but if you need help, you’re in the right place. Read on for clues and today’s Connections answers.

The Times now has a Connections Bot, like the one for Wordle. Go there after you play to receive a numeric score and to have the program analyze your answers. Players who are registered with the Times Games section can now nerd out by following their progress, including the number of puzzles completed, win rate, number of times they nabbed a perfect score and their win streak.

Read more: Hints, Tips and Strategies to Help You Win at NYT Connections Every Time

Hints for today’s Connections groups

Here are four hints for today’s Connections puzzle groupings, ranked from the easiest yellow group to the tough (and sometimes bizarre) purple group.

Yellow group hint: Bravery.

Green group hint: Delivery method for media.

Blue group hint: Say, say, say.

Purple group hint: All the letters.

Answers for today’s Connections groups

Yellow group: Fortitude.

Green group: Channel.

Blue group: Words starting with the «say» sound.

Purple group: Things featuring letters A through Z.

Read more: Wordle Cheat Sheet: Here Are the Most Popular Letters Used in English Words

What are today’s Connections answers?

The yellow words in today’s Connections

The theme is fortitude. The four answers are backbone, courage, heart and spirit.

The green words in today’s Connections

The theme is channel. The four answers are medium, outlet, platform and venue.

The blue words in today’s Connections

The theme is words starting with the «say» sound. The four answers are sacrum, seitan, Seychelles and seance.

The purple words in today’s Connections

The theme is things featuring letters A through Z. The four answers are abecedarium, computer keyboard, Ouija board and Scrabble.

Technologies

Nothing’s Unique Ear (Open) Earbuds Are Back Down to $99 for a Limited Time

This limited-time deal knocks $50 off the $149 list price, a 33% savings on these open-ear favorites.

If you’re not a fan of silicone tips jamming uncomfortably inside your ears, open-ear buds are a great alternative. These lightweight models prioritize comfort, resting gently on your ear canal rather than inside it like traditional buds. They also let external sound in, so you can stay aware of your surroundings. And right now, you can treat yourself to one of our favorite open earbuds for less.

Amazon is currently offering the Nothing Ear (Open) earbuds for just $99, a 33% discount off the $149 list price. Grab the deal while it lasts. For more audio savings, check out our best headphone deals and top wireless earbuds picks.

Stepped drivers move sound closer to your ear without blasting it in. An automatic algorithm detects music signals, adjusting sound settings on its own for a more personalized experience. The diaphragm is uniquely shaped and titanium-coated for clear, balanced audio and the earbuds support EQ tuning and low-latency gaming via the Nothing X app.

You’re also getting a sound seal system that keeps the audio from leaking, so while you’ll stay aware of your surroundings, your listening stays private. One full charge gets you 30 hours of playback, and when you’re running low on power, a quick 10-minute charge gives you an extra two hours of use. The earbuds themselves offer up to 8 hours of playtime, with the fast-charging case adding 22 more.

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Bluetooth 5.3 ensures stable, low-latency audio and multipoint pairing — which lets you switch between devices seamlessly. Dual microphones with AI noise reduction trained on 28 million samples help keep calls clear, while ChatGPT voice control is available when paired with Nothing or CMF phones.

There’s also an IP54 rating for dust and water resistance — perfect for sweaty workouts, long commutes and the occasional adventure.

In his review, CNET’s audio expert David Carnoy calls these the best lightweight earbuds with earhooks among all the open-ear models he’s tested. Featuring the brand’s signature translucent plastic, they are super lightweight, fit comfortably and actually feel like nothing when you’re wearing them.

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Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, Oct. 29

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Oct. 29.

Looking for the most recent Mini Crossword answer? Click here for today’s Mini Crossword hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Wordle, Strands, Connections and Connections: Sports Edition puzzles.

Need some help with today’s Mini Crossword? It’s a bit trickier than normal, so read on for the answers. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.

If you’re looking for today’s Wordle, Connections, Connections: Sports Edition and Strands answers, you can visit CNET’s NYT puzzle hints page.

Read more: Tips and Tricks for Solving The New York Times Mini Crossword

Let’s get to those Mini Crossword clues and answers.