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"Bridgerton" Season 4's romantic lead is none other than Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson), who might finally settle down.

SAVE $499.99, GET FREE MONITOR: As of July 23, buy the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge for $1349.99 at Samsung and get a free 43-inch Smart Monitor ($499.99 value) with purchase.

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Ready to splurge on a new laptop? Samsung's new Galaxy Book 4 Edge rolled out just last month, equipped with Galaxy AI and Windows Copilot as well as some impressive hardware specs, including a Snapdragon X Elite processor and decadent screen sizes. If you've had your eye on one, now's a great time to lock in a purchase, especially since Samsung has sweetened the deal considerably.

As of July 23, you can get the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge for $1,349.99 at Samsung. That's $499.99 off its normal price of $1,849.98. You also get a free 43-inch Smart Monitor M7 with your purchase, which is a $499.99 value. Just make sure to select it on the Samsung store page before continuing to the checkout.

The Galaxy Book 4 Edge boasts a 14-inch touchscreen display, a Snapdragon X Elite 3.4 GHz 12-core processor, 16GB of RAM, 512 GB of storage, and comes in the Sapphire Blue colorway. It's a great option for work or play on the go, with more than enough power to handle image editing, creating documents and spreadsheets, or you catching your favorite shows on streaming services while commuting.

The included 43-inch Smart Monitor M7 even makes a good external display for your new laptop if you plan on keeping it in one place. Watch your favorite shows in 4K HDR, connect via Wi-Fi, and take advantage of Samsung TV Plus separately from your computer to watch free live shows with no downloads or subscriptions. No matter what you plan on using it for, a free monitor with your new laptop plus savings on the computer itself is a deal worth grabbing. Be sure and pounce before this deal expires.

SAVE 23%: Amazon Prime members can grab the GoPro Hero10 bundle for just $199.99, down from the usual price of $259.99. That's $60 off and the lowest we've seen at Amazon for the bundle of camera and accessories.

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Amazon Prime Day might have already come and gone, but if you missed out on the massive sale, there's still hope: we're still seeing some awesome deals drop from the mega-retailer. One of the best deals today includes a perfect GoPro camera bundle if you've been meaning to capture more of life's best memories.

As of July 23, the GoPro Hero10 bundle is just $199.99 at Amazon for Prime members, down from the usual price of $259.99. That's a 23% discount, or a savings of $60. This sale price is the lowest we've ever seen offered at Amazon. To get this sale price, you'll need to be signed up and logged into Amazon as a Prime member. If you aren't yet, you can sign up for a monthly membership for $14.99 or save some money in the long-run with an annual membership for $139.

SEE ALSO: When is the next Prime Day? Here's how long you have to wait.

GoPro has become the gold standard when it comes to recording life's best adventures, but the camera is easiest to operate with some accessories. Enter Amazon's deal on the GoPro Hero10 bundle. The package comes with the GoPro Hero10 camera, a rechargeable battery, carrying case, and a floating hand grip. You'll also get some necessary equipment like a USB-C cable for recharging, mounting buckle, and curved adhesive mount. The GoPro Hero10 camera itself is currently selling for $199.99 on the GoPro site, which means Amazon's deal adds in all those accessories essentially for free.

If you've been considering getting a GoPro for years now, today's sale bundle is a great beginner-friendly option. The Hero 10 packs in plenty of features, and you'll score some super useful accessories that make the recording experience easier and more seamless.

Hop on the GoPro wagon today by scoring the Hero10 with accessories for just $199.99 at Amazon.

When Dyson tells you it's debuting a top-secret new product, you pay attention. So, when Mashable was invited to preview and test a mysterious new Dyson product a few weeks ago, I was genuinely excited. And as of July 18, the British brand officially revealed the new product to the world — the Dyson onTrac headphones with active noise cancellation, set to debut in July 2024.

Also on July 18, I got my very own pair of onTrac headphones for testing and review. Check back for Mashable's full, in-depth review of these noise-cancellers. We're very eager to see how they compare to our favorite headphones, particularly other flagship noise-cancelling headphones.

So, what do we know, and what do we like, about these headphones so far?

Dyson onTrac Headphones in Copper colorway. Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable Dyson's testing the headphones market

Dyson certainly has some competition in the premium audio space. The elite headphone class already includes the Bose QuietComfort Ultra, Sony WH-1000XM5, and Apple AirPods Max (a rumored AirPods Max 2 could also be coming in Fall 2024). And that's without getting into $1,600 studio-style wired headphones from brands Focal and Sennheiser.

Previously, Dyson released the futuristic (and slightly dystopian) Dyson Zone Noise-Cancelling Headphones and Air Purifier. We'll give Dyson a pass on these headphones, released in the wake of Covid-19, when we were all a little off our game. Fortunately, the onTrac headphones are a fresh start — and they come with a big step-down in price. As such, they mark Dyson's first big foray into the consumer audio space.

SEE ALSO: As a Dyson stan, I wouldn't tell anyone to buy the Dyson 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum Everything we know about the Dyson onTrac Headphones

When can you get your hands (and ears) on these headphones? We don't have an exact launch date, but we expect to see a release in late July. As soon as preorders are available, we'll update this page. The onTrac Headphones will be sold at $499.99 at Dyson's online store.

The headphones will connect to a MyDyson app, where EQ presets will be available. Customization will be limited, but there will be presets for bass-heavy and high-range listening. Touch controls on the bottom of the earcups allow you to control the headphones. One of the controls is a mini joystick, which can be used to play, pause, skip, fast forward, rewind, and activate voice commands.

Dyson onTrac Headphones: The specs to know

These headphones have some unique features, including a ridiculous battery life. We're still in the process of testing the battery and sound quality, but Dyson promises these headphones will offer 55 hours of battery life with active noise cancellation engaged. That's enough to give other headphones an inferiority complex.

To pull this off, Dyson did what it does best — it made improvements to a universal design. At first glance, you'll notice that the headphones have three cushions on the headband, as is typical. However, while the top cushion is made from cushy foam, the side pieces aren't cushions at all — they're extra battery packs.

Dyson onTrac headphones feature two built-in battery packs. Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable

In terms of audio, Dyson uses 40mm neodymium drivers with a range of -6Hz to 21kHz, letting you appreciate details at the lowest lows and highest highs. And for noise cancellation, Dyson uses eight microphones that sample the environment 384,000 times per second. In total, the headphones provide up to 40dB of noise reduction. The Sony XM5s — our current top pick for noise cancellation — also have eight internal mics for ANC.

Finally with microfiber and foam earcups and a headband designed to adapt to all head sizes, they promise comfort too. In a perfect world, they'll offer the comfort of the Bose QuietComfort line with the audio quality of Sony — but we're not rendering a verdict yet.

Swappable ear plates

Our tech products are becoming part of our personal style. Your phone case, phone holder, headphones, and earbuds can all affect the impression you make as you move through the world. For listeners who like to show off their personal style, Dyson has added a pop of color and personality to these cans.

Some of the accessories available for the onTrac headphones. Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable Close-up showing details of Dyson onTrac headphone earcups. Credit: Some of the accessories available for the onTrac headphones.

The ear plates are made from CNC-machined aluminum (some also have a ceramic matte finish), and they can be swapped out. The ear cushions can be changed and the top band comes in a few different colors, letting you truly customize your headphones. Of course, you will have to purchase additional accessories to change the color. The headphones will come in four colorways at launch (copper, aluminum, cinnabar, and black nickel), with more colors for sale from Dyson and other retailers.

A Dyson rep told us they hope to have more color options available in the future. Between all the accessories, Dyson says more than 2,000 unique color combinations are already possible.

The onTrac headphones with ear cup plates removed. Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable The headphones have 2,000 possible color combos. Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable How do they sound?

You'll have to wait for our full review, unfortunately.

When testing headphones, I like to listen to particular Radiohead and Florence & the Machine songs ("National Anthem" and "Between Two Lungs," if you're curious about this millennial's musical tastes). My initial listening sessions have been impressive, as is the noise cancellation. That said, I'm reserving judgment until I've had a few weeks to listen and compare.

I do have one spoiler alert for my upcoming review: The noise cancellation seems top-notch to me so far. I love slipping on noise-cancelling earbuds and headphones to drown out street noise, my partner's work calls, or the sound of Below Deck on the TV in the other room. These headphones instantly put me into a cone of silence.

Trying out the new Dyson noise-cancelling headphones, coming soon. Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable

When I first saw the new Dyson onTrac headphones, I immediately spotted one feature that I didn't love. Personally, I'm not a big fan of products that include the brand name in prominent text. That's true for my clothing, and it's true for my tech. If these headphones didn't boldly say "Dyson" on the headband, I'd like the design a lot more. We'll see if I can get used to this detail as I test them out more.

In the meantime, you can head to Dyson to check out these headphones for yourself. And if you're a ride-or-die Dyson fan who isn't afraid to rep the brand (besides Apple, it's hard to think of a tech brand with more loyalists), you can sign up for updates on the Dyson website.

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"Joker: Folie À Deux," starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga as Joker and Harley Quinn, hits theaters October 4.

Editor's note: Check out our oft-updated live blog for all new developments about the Microsoft/CrowdStrike outage.

The recent global IT outage, in which a faulty update to cybersecurity company CrowdStrike's software brought down millions of Windows PCs, caused billions of dollars worth of damage across a number of industries, including airline transport, retail, and banking.

Mac devices, however, were not affected, as Apple's macOS operating system does not grant third party app makers kernel-level access, preventing the type of catastrophic error that resulted in the dreaded "blue screen of death" on Windows PCs.

Now, Microsoft is saying it wasn't able to put the same protections in place due to a long-standing agreement with the European Commission.

In a statement given to the Wall Street Journal, a Microsoft spokesperson said the company "cannot legally wall off its operating system in the same way Apple does because of an understanding it reached with the European Commission following a complaint."

This is referring to a 2009 agreement, in which Microsoft pledged to give third-party security apps developers the same level of access to its Windows OS as Microsoft itself gets. In contrast, Apple took away kernel access from third-party developers back in 2019, when it launched macOS Catalina.

SEE ALSO: Microsoft releases easier CrowdStrike fix

The faulty CrowdStrike update was devastating for IT systems around the globe as it caused a system crash on a multitude of Windows PCs. A fix could not easily be deployed as the systems would immediately crash again on reboot, causing a condition called "reboot loop."

In a letter to customers and partners, CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz said it was taking steps to prevent "anything like this from happening again." The question, however, is what steps should Microsoft take to make sure one small update to a third-party software (CrowdStrike's or others') cannot wreak havoc on global IT infrastructure again.

We've asked Microsoft for comment on this issue, and will update this article when we hear back.

Space images never get old, do they?

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Chandra X-ray Observatory being launched into space, NASA has published 25 brand new images snapped by the telescope — everything from supermassive black holes to supernova remnants. The telescope's X-ray technology allows it to light up regions of space that scientists wouldn't otherwise be able to see, including the matter orbiting black holes and exploding star debris.

“For a quarter century, Chandra has made discovery after amazing discovery,” said Pat Slane, director of the Chandra X-ray Center. “Astronomers have used Chandra to investigate mysteries that we didn’t even know about when we were building the telescope — including exoplanets and dark energy.”

You can see the full gallery here, but we've picked out five images below along with their descriptions to give you a taste.

SEE ALSO: Check out NASA's next space station. It won't orbit Earth. NGC 6872 Credit: NASA

"In this composite image, a large spiral galaxy has some of its superheated gas stolen by a smaller, nearby neighbor. Centered in the frame, NGC 6872 is a large spiral galaxy with two elongated arms that stretch toward our upper right and lower left. Near the white dot at the heart of the galaxy, a cloud of neon purple tints the arms, which appear steel blue at the tips. The purple represents hot gas detected by Chandra. Just to the upper left of NGC 6872 is a second spiral galaxy. Its spiraling arms are much smaller, but the bright white dot at its core is quite large, suggesting a supermassive black hole. Some of the steel blue matter and gas from NGC 6872’s lower arm appears to be floating toward the smaller galaxy, likely pulled toward the supermassive black hole."

NGC 1365 Credit: NASA

"This composite image features a close look at the supermassive black hole at the heart of the spiral galaxy known as NGC 1365. The brilliant black hole glows white at the center of the image, its outer edges tinted bright blue. From this core, two thick ropey red arms spiral out. Continuing their spiral curves, the arms extend well beyond the edges of the frame. Dotting the image are a series of white spots with neon blue outer edges. These are stars paired with smaller black holes or neutron stars, observed by Chandra."

MSH 15-52 Credit: NASA

"In this composite image, a pulsar, a pulsar wind nebula, and a low energy X-ray cloud combine to create an uncanny scene of a skeletal hand preparing to grab a glowing ember. The hand reaches up from the bottom of the image, the ghostly blue flesh and white bones representing pulsar wind nebula X-rays observed by Chandra. A bright white spot in the wrist is the pulsar itself. Just beyond the hand’s fingertips, near our upper right, is a mottled yellow and orange shape that appears to glow from within. This is the low energy X-ray cloud observed by Chandra."

Jupiter Credit: NASA

"In this composite image of Jupiter, the fifth planet from the sun is set against the blackness of space, flanked by neon purple blobs. Here, Jupiter is presented in exceptionally clear focus. More than a dozen bands of swirling gas streak the surface, each a different texture and shade of grey. The gas giant is encircled by a fine, sky-blue ring, the same color as the large storm which swirls on its surface at our lower right. At the top edge of Jupiter, tilted just to our right of center, is a neon purple strip. A similar, smaller line of neon purple can be found at the bottom edge of the planet. Capping the planet’s magnetic poles, these purple strips represent X-ray auroras, created when high-energy particles collide with gas in the planet’s atmosphere. At our right and left, large hazy blobs of neon purple flank Jupiter, some larger than the gas giant itself. Like the auroras, these purple clouds represent X-rays observed by Chandra."

M16 (Eagle Nebula) Credit: NASA

"This composite image features a region of star formation known as the Pillars of Creation. Here, tall columns of grey gas and dust emerge from the bottom edge of the image, stretching toward our upper right. Backed by dark orange and pink mist, the cloudy grey columns are surrounded by dozens of soft, glowing, dots in whites, reds, blues, yellows, and purples. These dots are young stars emitting X-ray and infrared light. Churning with turbulent gas and dust, the columns lean to our right with small offshoots pointing in the same direction. The misty glow, colorful stars, and lifelike grey dust formations combine to create an image of yearning cloud creatures at dusk, reaching for something just out of frame."

General Motors said the self-driving division’s cars will operate in Dallas, Houston and Phoenix after an accident last year. Human drivers will supervise the cars.

Stephen Colbert has shared his thoughts on Biden dropping out of the 2024 presidential race on Monday night's "Late Show."

TL:DR: Save time and money with help from this open-box iRobot Roomba Vacuum, on sale for $149.99.

Most of us don't take pleasure in cleaning. If you're not "most of us", please come clean our houses. If you're tired of constantly vacuuming or sweeping your floors, you may want a robot to do it for you so you don't have to.

The Roomba from iRobot is designed for just that, complete with a Smart Mapping feature that memorizes the layout of your home, as well as where it's already been. For a limited time, you can get an open-box version on sale for only $149.99, down 45% from the original price of $274. 

Designed to take over the task with ease, this smart robot vacuum navigates your home efficiently, tackling dirt, dust, and pet hair on both carpets and hard floors. With its powerful suction and multi-surface brushes, the Roomba i4 EVO gets into those tricky corners and under furniture where traditional vacuums struggle, making your floors spotless without you having to lift a finger.

Smart Mapping knows your home's layout and directs the vacuum to clean in neat rows to remember where it's been, so that every inch is covered. It connects to WiFi so you can control and schedule cleaning sessions right from your phone; set it to clean while you're out and come home to freshly vacuumed floors. The Roomba i4 EVO even works with voice assistants, making it as easy as saying, "Start cleaning."

The open-box status of this product means that it either was excess inventory or was returned by a customer and repackaged — but it's a new item (for way less)!

Clean your home without having to do it yourself with this open-box iRobot Roomba Vacuum with Smart Mapping, on sale for just $149.99 (reg. $274).

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TL;DR: Great for shared use, score this HP Pavilion Desktop on sale for $349.99 (reg. $599).

Even though the "computer room" might be a thing of the '90s and early '00s, there's still a large population of families that share a computer, especially ones with kids who are too young to have one of their own. If you're looking for a computer that's made for everything from games to Zoom meetings — and are not looking to spend an arm and a leg — check out this open-box deal on an HP.

This open-box HP Pavilion Desktop that comes with Windows 11 Home is on sale for $349.99 (reg. $599). "Open-box" simply means the item has been returned and repackaged, or is excess inventory. Buying products that are labeled as such can be a great way to get new tech for a huge discount.

The HP Pavilion Desktop is designed to meet the diverse needs of every family member. With an Intel i5-12400 processor and 12GB of RAM, this desktop handles everything from demanding work tasks to casual web browsing and multimedia entertainment.

Whether the kids are doing homework, parents are working from home, or the entire family is streaming movies together, the Pavilion Desktop is built to deliver smooth and efficient performance. The 512GB SSD provides plenty of storage space and quick access to your files and applications, cutting down on wait times and boosting productivity.

Its sleek design fits nicely into any home office or living space. Its multiple connectivity options, like USB ports and HDMI, provide compatibility with various devices like printers, external drives, and even gaming consoles.

This computer comes with the Windows 11 Home operating system, which makes for a user-friendly experience, complete with a modern design and AI capabilities — the kids will love the lifelike DirectX 12 Ultimate graphics for gaming!

Take advantage of this open-box deal on an HP Pavilion Desktop computer featuring Windows 11 Home, on sale for $349.99 for a limited time.

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TL;DR: Get the Abotec 80090 Telescope for $119.99. Perfect for all skill levels, it offers clear views of the night sky and daytime landscapes.

Ever dreamed of exploring the stars from your own backyard? With this telescope, you can turn those dreams into reality, featuring a 90mm aperture and 800mm focal length, providing crisp views of the night sky. 

With a magnification range from 32x to 400x, you'll be able to observe the moon’s craters, Saturn, and Jupiter with help from this open-box Abotec 80090 Telescope on sale for $119.99 (reg. $199). This product is labeled "open-box" because it was either excess inventory or was returned by a customer and repackaged. But rest assured, it's brand-new.

But the fun doesn't stop when the sun comes up. The Abotec is also great for daytime viewing, allowing you to observe distant landscapes and wildlife with ease. Its durable tripod and high-quality lenses ensure steady and precise views, whether you're looking at mountains or birds. Plus, its sleek, white design makes it a stylish addition to any home.

What makes this telescope truly special is the sense of wonder it brings. Imagine hosting a star party with friends and family, sharing the awe of the sky! It also comes with a phone adapter so you can save stunning photos.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore the cosmos! 

Get a fascinating glimpse into the universe with this open-box Abotec 80090 Telescope in white for only $119.99.

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TL;DR: Pay only $27.99 on a 10-pack of Dove spray deodorants for men for a limited time and stay fresh for months.

Many of us have been hit with some super high temperatures lately, and along with that heat unfortunately comes sweat. If you're in need of some quality deodorant but don't feel like breaking the bank buying a new can every five minutes, check out this deal.

You can get 10 Dove Antiperspirant and Deodorant Sprays for Men for only $27.99, which works out to less than $3 per can.

Each can packs 150 ml of Dove's powerful yet gentle formula to keep you dry and smelling great all day. Designed specifically for men, this antiperspirant spray tackles sweat and odor, so you can stay confident no matter how hot it gets. Whether you're hitting the gym, running errands, or just lounging around, Dove has got your back (and underarms).

These Dove antiperspirant sprays offer 48-hour protection, meaning you can focus on enjoying your day without constantly reapplying. Plus, with a 10-pack, you're stocked up for months, making it a convenient and extremely cost-effective option. The spray is easy to apply, dries quickly, and leaves no residue — no more white flakes.

Keep cool and stay dry this summer by purchasing this 10-pack of Dove Antiperspirant and Deodorant Spray for Men, on sale for $27.99 (reg. $32).

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The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has thrown out Meta's non-disparagement and confidentiality agreements with over 7,000 former employees. It turns out that barring workers from criticising a company can have an unlawfully negative effect on their ability to unionise.

In a 19-page ruling on Friday, NLRB judge Andrew S. Gollin found that the non-disparagement and confidentiality sections in Meta's separation agreements unlawfully restricted workers' legally protected right to organise. This case particularly concerned over 7,000 former Meta employees who were laid off during its 2022 mass layoffs, the vast majority of whom had signed the 11-page separation agreement offered by the company.

SEE ALSO: SpaceX responds to unfair dismissal charges, calls watchdog unconstitutional

Under this separation agreement, employees who were laid off would receive "enhanced severance pay" and other benefits. In exchange, they were prohibited from disparaging, criticising, or making "otherwise detrimental comments" about any of Meta's products, its "business affairs, operation, management and financial condition"; or the circumstances in which they left the company formerly known as Facebook. The separation agreement further stipulated that former employees were not permitted to disclose the agreement's terms.

These non-disparagement and confidentiality sections were accused of interfering with workers' rights to unionise, as Meta had put in place "rules that prohibit employees from discussing wages, hours, or other terms or conditions of employment."

The NLRB has now agreed with this assessment, finding that Meta used "overly broad" language in these sections of the separation agreement. Gollin considered that Meta's non-disparagement and confidentiality restrictions prohibited former employees from raising workplace concerns with co-workers, labour organisations, or the public, preventing them from finding support when dealing with labour disputes. These restrictions would also apply even if former employees' statements were truthful.

"This prohibition… reasonably would tend to discourage protected conduct, including making comments to seek the assistance and support of other employees or third parties regarding labor disputes or issues related to terms and conditions of employment with [Meta]," wrote Gollin.  

"[P]ublic statements by employees about the workplace, their employment, or their separation are central to the exercise of [workers' rights to unionise]. The sections at issue prohibiting disclosure or commentary… are unlawful because they discourage statutorily protected communications with others, including the public."

The NLRB ordered Meta to stop entering into separation agreements with "unlawfully overbroad'' non-disparagement or confidentiality sections, as well as notify everyone who agreed to such clauses that these sections have been rescinded. Meta must also distribute a notice to employees informing them of their right to unionise under the National Labor Relations Act, and stating that the company will not interfere with such organisation.

Meta may appeal the NLRB's judgement, but as it currently stands, it looks as though the company has a lot of emails to send.

Mashable has reached out to Meta for comment.

Meta is just the latest tech giant to fall afoul of the NLRB this year. In January the NLRB filed a complaint against SpaceX, alleging unfair labour practises and unlawful dismissal. In response, SpaceX accused the watchdog of being unconstitutional because the U.S. president can't fire NLRB judges without cause.

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for July 23 SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Here's the answer hints for July 23

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Sunday, July 23, 2024:

AcrossFood that fills both blanks of "___ce of ___"

• The answer is pie.

Wide display

• The answer is array.

Quintessentially boring color

• The answer is beige.

Founder of Amazon

• The answer is Bezos.

Type of beer

• The answer is ale.

DownGame show contestant's hope

• The answer is prize.

"In memoriam" pieces

• The answer is Iago.

They're never open 24/7

• The answer is eyes.

"Mamma Mia!" group

• The answer is Abba.

Film spool

• The answer is reel.

Featured Video For You The Wordle Strategy used by the New York Times' Head of Games

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

Apple Music Classical now has its own top 100 chart.

The Apple Classical Top 100, launched on Monday, is a "definitive list of today's most popular classical albums globally," Apple said. It combines five data sources from 165 countries to give you an overview of what's hot in classical music. The data sources are all coming from Apple, though: Apple Music Classical streams, Apple Music streams, iTunes downloads, iTunes song sales, and Shazam tags.

According to Apple, the Apple Classical Top 100 will be updated every Monday. It can be found on the Apple Music Classical Home tab.

SEE ALSO: Apple Watch Series 9 vs. SE: I tested both for 13 days

Right now, the chart is topped by Bach: Keyboard Concertos with Chinese pianist Tianqi Du and the Academy of St Martins in the Fields conducted by Jonathan Bloxham.

Apparently some newcomer called Bach is hot stuff right now. Credit: Apple

Apple Music Classical is a free mobile app (there's no desktop version for some reason) for Apple Music subscribers. As the name suggests it focuses on classical music, with a slightly redesigned interface, and support for classical categories like works, composers, and recordings. It also features expert recommendations and playlists, as well as exclusive artworks.

A.I.’s math problem reflects how much the new technology is a break with computing’s past.

Wiz’s chief executive said the company walked away from a “humbling offer” and would pursue an initial public offering instead.

TL;DR: Through July 28, back up, restore, and save your files when you use AOMEI Backupper, a professional backup and recovery tool on sale for only £15.44 (reg. £38.63) for life. 

Whether it's a file you need for work, homework you haven't submitted yet, or treasured photos, file loss is a major inconvenience, and you can't always predict when it's going to happen. However, you can still prevent it with a comprehensive backup system like AOMEI Backupper, the Pro Edition of this Lifetime Backup Software. 

The AOMEI Backupper Pro is backup software for Windows devices that lets you protect, restore, and transfer files. It lets you back up your files and system while also offering you tools like system saves, restores, and partitions. Protect your computer against untimely file loss for life when you get a lifetime subscription to AOMEI Backupper Pro edition for £15.44 (reg. £38.63). 

File sync, system cloning, scheduled backups

A wayward cup of tea could be what annihilates your laptop, but it'd take a lot more to make you lose your files if they're backed up with AOMEI. This backup system uses real-time file synchronisation to monitor file changes and update the backup instantly. If something does happen to your computer, your backup can restore your system, disks, individual files, and even your partitions. 

Disaster isn't the only time this backup service comes in handy. If you're upgrading your operating system or hard drive, you could use the cloning feature to keep from needing to reinstall Windows or applications. 

AOMEI comes with other useful tools like the PXE boot, the ability to merge backups, backup schemes, bootable disc creation, and there's even a command-line interface. 

Keep your files safe for life

For a limited time, save $20 and get a lifetime license to AOMEI Backupper Professional Edition on sale for £15.44 (reg. £38.63). With this purchase, you can get a license that never expires for up to two devices.

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Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.

If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for July 23's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

Where did Wordle come from?

Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. 

Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Wordle.

What's the best Wordle starting word?

The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles used to be available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it. Unfortunately, it has since been taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times.

Is Wordle getting harder?

It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.

Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

The ends of a fork.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no letters that appear twice.

Today's Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with...

Today's Wordle starts with the letter P.

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Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.

Drumroll please!

The solution to today's Wordle...

PRONG.

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

Reporting by Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.

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