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Grab a New OnePlus Phone for Up to a Massive $400 Off During the Spring Sale

OnePlus makes some of the best and most underrated Android devices on the market, and they can be had for major discounts until April 27.

When it comes to Android devices, Google and Samsung tend to grab our attention the most. While it’s true that these two tech behemoths are behind some great phones, OnePlus is yet another tech company worth considering. The devices are speedy, beautifully designed and many tech options are available at all prices, so folks with any budget can find what they need. Right now, OnePlus is also offering discounts of up to $400 off during their spring sale, which lasts until April 27. Best Buy is also matching most of these deals. So, now is a great time to upgrade, especially if you have any concerns about how tariffs might impact the cost of smartphones.

Right now, the OnePlus 13 is $50 off, which discounts the 16GB RAM phone with 512GB SSD to $950. It’s also an extra 5% off for students and is on sale with this same discount at Best Buy. Budget-conscious shoppers should also consider the OnePlus 13R, which is reduced by $100. It is a pared-down version of the OnePlus 13 and offers all the basics for just $500 at OnePlus and Best Buy. The 13R still includes a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, a 6,000-mAh battery for all-day power and a 120Hz refresh rate to watch your favorite shows without lag.

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The biggest savings are on the OnePlus Open, which is a massive $400 off at Best Buy and costs just $1,300. It’s out of stock at OnePlus, but you can sign up to receive a notification when it’s back in stock. The foldable phone has a Hasselblad camera for clear pictures and more creative options. Even the most budget-friendly smartphone in OnePlus’ lineup, the OnePlus Nord N30, is $100 off, which makes it just $200 at OnePlus and Best Buy. The entire spring sale is worth checking out.

OnePlus and Best Buy also have trade-in programs that can help you save a few more bucks, and students can save an extra 5%.

Looking for a new phone but aren’t sure if any of these deals are for you? Check out our list of the best Android phones to find the best option.

Why this deal matters

OnePlus makes high-quality phones at affordable prices, and these spring sale deals mean you can score a new phone for as low as $200 directly from them or Best Buy. Trade-ins and student discounts also mean you could potentially save more on your chosen phone. That makes now an excellent time for an upgrade.

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Facebook Brings Back Local Job Listings: How to Apply

One of Facebook’s most practical features from 2022 is being revived by Meta.

On the hunt for work? A Local Jobs search is being rolled out by Meta to make it easier for people in the US to discover and apply for nearby work directly on Facebook. The feature is inside Facebook Marketplace, Groups and Pages, Meta said last week, letting employers post openings and job seekers filter roles by distance, category or employment type.

You can apply or message employers directly through Facebook Messenger, while employers can publish job listings with just a few taps — similar to how you would post items for sale on Marketplace.

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Facebook offered a Jobs feature before discontinuing it in 2022, pushing business hiring toward its other platforms. Its return suggests Meta is attempting to expand Facebook’s usefulness beyond social networking and to position it once again as a hub for community-driven opportunities.

«We’ve always been about connecting with people, whether through shared interests or key life events,» the press release states. «Now, if you’re looking for entry-level, trade and service industry employment in your community, Facebook can help you connect with local people and small businesses who are hiring.»

How to get started with Local Jobs on Facebook

According to Meta, Local Jobs will appear as a dedicated section in Facebook Marketplace starting this week. If you’re 18 or older, you can:

Tap the Marketplace tab on the Facebook app or website.
Select Jobs to browse available positions nearby.
Use filters for job type, category and distance.
Tap Apply or message the employer directly via Messenger.

Businesses and page admins can post jobs by creating a new listing in Marketplace or from their Facebook Page. Listings can include job details, pay range, and scheduling information and will appear in local searches automatically.

The Local Jobs feature is rolling out across the US now, with Meta saying it plans to expand it in the months ahead.

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Tesla Has a New Range of Affordable Electric Cars: How Much They Cost

The new, stripped-back versions of the Model Y and Model 3 have a more affordable starting price.

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Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Oct. 22 #598

Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for Oct. 22, No. 598.

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Today’s NYT Strands puzzle is a fun one — I definitely have at least two of these in my house. Some of the answers are a bit tough to unscramble, so if you need hints and answers, read on.

I go into depth about the rules for Strands in this story.

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Hint for today’s Strands puzzle

Today’s Strands theme is: Catch all.

If that doesn’t help you, here’s a clue: A mess of items.

Clue words to unlock in-game hints

Your goal is to find hidden words that fit the puzzle’s theme. If you’re stuck, find any words you can. Every time you find three words of four letters or more, Strands will reveal one of the theme words. These are the words I used to get those hints but any words of four or more letters that you find will work:

BATE, LICE, SLUM, CAPE, HOLE, CARE, BARE, THEN, SLAM, SAMBA, BACK

Answers for today’s Strands puzzle

These are the answers that tie into the theme. The goal of the puzzle is to find them all, including the spangram, a theme word that reaches from one side of the puzzle to the other. When you have all of them (I originally thought there were always eight but learned that the number can vary), every letter on the board will be used. Here are the nonspangram answers:

TAPE, COIN, PENCIL, BATTERY, SHOELACE, THUMBTACK

Today’s Strands spangram

Today’s Strands spangram is JUNKDRAWER. To find it, look for the J that’s five letters down on the far-left row, and wind down, over and then up.

Quick tips for Strands

#1: To get more clue words, see if you can tweak the words you’ve already found, by adding an «S» or other variants. And if you find a word like WILL, see if other letters are close enough to help you make SILL, or BILL.

#2: Once you get one theme word, look at the puzzle to see if you can spot other related words.

#3: If you’ve been given the letters for a theme word, but can’t figure it out, guess three more clue words, and the puzzle will light up each letter in order, revealing the word.