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Amazon’s OnePlus Sale Knocks Up to $220 Off New and Previous-Gen Phones

Save $100 on the OnePlus 11 — one of our favorite phones of 2023 — or take advantage of serious savings on previous-gen models.

If you’re shopping for a new phone, Apple, Google and Samsung aren’t the only brands worth taking a look at anymore. OnePlus is a smaller brand that’s caught our attention, and even earned a spot on our list of the best phones overall for 2023. And right now, you’ve got a chance to snag one of these sleek and powerful phones at a discount. Amazon is currently offering $100 off its latest flagship model — the OnePlus 11 — as well as deals on more affordable previous-gen models and select accessories. There’s no set expiration for these deals, so get your order in sooner rather than later if you don’t want to miss out on these savings.

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The OnePlus 11 made its way onto our list of the best phones for 2023 thanks to its powerful performance and reasonable starting price. There’s no discount on the base 128GB model, but you can save $100 on the 256GB model, which drops the price down to $700. It comes equipped with a second-gen Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 processor, as well as 16GB of RAM for lightning-fast performance. It also features a stunning 6.7-inch AMOLED display, plus support for HDR10, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos.

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Or, if you’re looking for a more affordable model, you can snag the previous-gen OnePlus 10T for just $430, which saves you $220 compared to the original price. The base model comes equipped with 128GB of storage and 8GB of RAM, as well as a first-gen Snapdragon 8 processor and a 6.7-inch full HD display. You can also upgrade to the 256GB model with 16GB of RAM for $550, $200 off the list price.

There’s also the ultra-affordable OnePlus Nord N200, which is currently available for just $170, $30 off the usual price. It only has 64GB of storage and 4GB of RAM, but still offers 5G support and is a solid value if you’re only after the basics. There are also a few accessories on sale, including this 50-watt wireless charger, OnePlus 11 aramid fiber case and 100-watt dual wall charger. And you can check out our full roundup of all the best phone deals for even more bargains.

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Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, Dec. 17

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Dec. 17.

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You Can Watch an Exclusive Avatar: Fire and Ash Scene on TikTok Right Now

Disney and TikTok partner on an immersive content hub for James Cameron’s latest movie about the alien Na’vi.

If you’re not quite ready to head to the theater to watch Avatar: Fire and Ash, an exclusive scene preview might sell you on the visual spectacle. As part of a new collaboration with the social media giant, Disney is posting snippets of its new movie to its TikTok account.

This scene isn’t part of any trailer and won’t be posted to other social media accounts, making TikTok the only place you can view it — unless you buy a movie ticket. A first look at the new movie’s scenes isn’t the only Avatar-related bonus on the social media platform right now, either. TikTok has partnered with the house of mouse to bring an entire «immersive content hub» to the app.

A special section of TikTok includes quizzes and educational videos that explore the alien world of Pandora shown off in the movies. On TikTok, you can take a personality quiz to find out what Na’vi clan you most closely align with and unlock a special profile picture border to use on your account.

Science and fiction blend together with a series of videos from real doctors who explain the basis for some of Avatar’s world-building. If you want to learn about exoplanets or how realistic the anatomy of the movie’s alien animals is, these videos will feed your brain while still providing entertainment value.

Perhaps the most enticing part of Disney’s latest social media collaboration is the opportunity for fans to win prizes and trips. TikTok creators who make edits with the #TikTokAvatarContest hashtag are entered into a competition to win Avatar merchandise. The biggest winners will be able to take a trip to visual effects studio Wētā Workshop in New Zealand or visit Avatar director James Cameron’s Lightstorm Entertainment Studio in Los Angeles.

Avatar: Fire and Ash is the third installment in director Cameron’s cinematic passion project. While the first Avatar movie was released in 2009, Cameron didn’t release another entry in the franchise until 2022. In total, there is a five-movie arc planned for the indigo alien Na’vi on the moon of Pandora.

The Avatar movies are known for pushing the boundaries of CGI visual effects in cinema. They are also historically big winners at the box office: the original Avatar is the highest-grossing film of all time, earning $2.9 billion across its theatrical releases. Its sequel, Avatar: The Way of Water, is the third-highest-grossing film of all time, trailing Avengers: Endgame. You can stream those movies on Disney Plus.

It remains to be seen whether Avatar: Fire and Ash will financially live up to its predecessors. The film currently has mixed reviews from critics on Rotten Tomatoes.