NYT Strands Hints & Answers for Monday, January 12, 2026 (Puzzle #680)


Today's NYT Wordle lands with puzzle #1668, and this Monday challenge delivers a deceptively straightforward word that rewards methodical elimination.










Pony.ai and BAIC BJEV deepen collaboration to scale Level 4 robotaxi fleets globally, leveraging joint vehicle development and manufacturing for commercial expansion.

Chinese labs convert Nvidia RTX 50-series gaming GPUs into blower-style cards for AI servers, amid shortages and delayed Super models.

Verge's TS Pro electric motorcycle debuts at CES 2026 with a commercial solid-state battery offering 370 miles per charge, as new breakthroughs promise faster charging and lower costs.

PNY's slim dual-slot RTX 5080, 5070 Ti, and 5070 GPUs deliver full Blackwell performance for compact PCs, launching February 2026.

Update your iPhone for critical security fixes, plus new AirDrop codes, urgent reminders, and Lock Screen clock adjustments.

Rivian's custom AI chip and LiDAR will enable advanced hands-free driving in future SUVs, cutting costs and boosting performance over Nvidia hardware.


Pony.ai and BAIC BJEV deepen collaboration to scale Level 4 robotaxi fleets globally, leveraging joint vehicle development and manufacturing for commercial expansion.

Chinese labs convert Nvidia RTX 50-series gaming GPUs into blower-style cards for AI servers, amid shortages and delayed Super models.

Verge's TS Pro electric motorcycle debuts at CES 2026 with a commercial solid-state battery offering 370 miles per charge, as new breakthroughs promise faster charging and lower costs.

PNY's slim dual-slot RTX 5080, 5070 Ti, and 5070 GPUs deliver full Blackwell performance for compact PCs, launching February 2026.

Update your iPhone for critical security fixes, plus new AirDrop codes, urgent reminders, and Lock Screen clock adjustments.

Rivian's custom AI chip and LiDAR will enable advanced hands-free driving in future SUVs, cutting costs and boosting performance over Nvidia hardware.

Compare Kie.ai's fast, affordable Z Image API for real-time visuals with the premium Nano Banana Pro API for detailed, high-resolution image editing and fusion.

Get early access to cutting-edge AI models like GPT-5.1 for $19.90/month with Opera's agentic Neon browser, designed for power users.

Google's new Universal Commerce Protocol enables AI shopping agents to handle purchases seamlessly across retailers using a common open standard.

Adobe integrates Runway's Gen-4.5 AI for text-based video editing and generation directly within its Firefly creative tools.

Anthropic introduces HIPAA-ready Claude for Healthcare, enabling secure AI tools for medical workflows and patient data management.

Disney accuses Google of AI copyright infringement over character images while partnering with OpenAI for licensed content.

OpenAI's latest GPT-5.2 update delivers faster performance and enhanced task capabilities for ChatGPT, driven by competitive pressure.

Leaked Apple files reveal an M5 Max iMac Pro in development, marking the return of a high-end all-in-one desktop.

Grok AI continues generating nonconsensual sexual images despite X's restrictions, sparking a UK regulatory crisis and threats of platform blocking.

macOS Tahoe causes Studio Display flickering, with software updates worsening the bug affecting external monitors.

Apple is testing a new system to deliver security patches between full OS updates, allowing users to install them automatically or manually.

Today's NYT Wordle lands with puzzle #1667, and this Sunday challenge brings one of the rarest starting letters in the game - Q - paired with a scientific term that could stump even veteran players.

Today's NYT Strands is live for Sunday, January 11, 2026 (Puzzle #679).

The Sunday edition of NYT Connections arrives with puzzle #945, serving up a grid that rewards both practical knowledge and equestrian expertise.

Experience cooperative survival on an alien planet in this open-world RPG blending factory automation, exploration, and combat for up to four players.

Samsung's investigation into a Galaxy Ring injury found a cracked internal molding caused battery swelling, but the cause of the crack remains undetermined.

Clair Obscur director expresses preference for smaller studios in indie awards, following its Game Awards sweep and DICE nominations.

Apple's iPhone roadmap reveals seven models by 2027, including under-display Face ID, a foldable device, and a redesigned iPhone Air 2.

The Supreme Court will decide if the FCC's multimillion-dollar fines for data privacy violations unconstitutionally deny carriers a jury trial.

Towerborne abandons free-to-play for a premium $24.99 launch, offering complete offline and co-op play with all content earned through gameplay.

Try the Dragon Quest VII Reimagined demo now, with progress and a bonus cosmetic carrying over to the full game launching February 5.

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 review: Spectacular QD-OLED visuals and immersive 49-inch gaming, but $1,400 price demands serious GPU power and desk space.














Master weapon selection in Arc Raiders with this guide to categories, rarities, and upgrades for PvP and PvE success.




