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SAVE $40: As of Oct. 10, the Ultimate Ears Megaboom 4 speaker is on sale for $159.99 at Amazon. That's a saving of 20% on list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Ultimate Ears Ultimate Ears Megaboom 4 $159.99 at AmazonUltimate Ears is a brand synonymous with an incredible audio experience. The beloved speakers have long been hailed as some of the best available, boasting robust and waterproof designs, and of course, unbelievable sound quality. If you've had one on your wishlist for a while, we have some good news. Despite Prime Day ending, you can still score a great deal.
While most of the offers have now fizzled out, there's still a great opportunity to grab the Ultimate Ears Megaboom 4 at a reduced price. Normally priced at $199.99, this remaining Prime Day deal has the speaker reduced to $159.99. The deal is available in three colorways: Black, Red, and Blue.
SEE ALSO: The best October Prime Day Kindle deals still liveThe Megaboom 4 is one of Ultimate Ear's top speakers. It delivers an incredible 360-degree sound with a thundering bass that packs a serious punch. One of the top features is its waterproof abilities. Thanks to the IP67 rating, it can be submerged in up to a meter of water for 30 minutes, ideal for beach parties. The 20-hour battery life is of course a real selling point too, allowing you to listen all day without needing to charge.
Prime Day is done and dusted, so this deal might not stick around for long. If you're ready to upgrade your music-listening experience, head to Amazon now.
SAVE OVER $200: As of Oct. 10, the Philips EP3241/54 Espresso Machine is on sale for $712.04 at Amazon. That's a saving of 29% on list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Philips Philips EP3241/54 Espresso Machine $712.04 at AmazonPrime Day may have come to an end but with a quick look at Amazon, you'll find some amazing deals still live, and one of the best deals still available is on the Philips EP3241/54 Espresso Machine.
For coffee lovers who want convenience, this is the machine for you. The automatic touchscreen options allow you to create your favorite coffees at the touch of a button. No need to spend ages steaming milk or measuring out coffee — in one touch you have the perfect latte, cappuccino, or espresso. There's even the option to customize drinks to your own preferences, all from the nifty touchscreen panel.
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Currently, at Amazon you can grab this machine for $712.04, giving you a saving of 21%. Trust us, coffee tastes even better with a bargain.
The Daily Mini Crossword is one of the many popular daily word games available on Mashable. Powered by Arkadium, the mini crossword offers a speed round of puzzle fun with clues that are sure to challenge experienced crossword enthusiasts.
But there's no need to let the challenge get in the way of your enjoyment! If moments are turning to minutes after getting stuck on a clue, find the answers you need to progress right here.
And when you're done, check out the many other word games you can play on Mashable, including a full-size crossword.
Also, if you get stuck on any other daily word games, such as Wordle, Connections, or Strands — we have you covered.
SEE ALSO: Hurdle hints and answers for October 10 SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on MashableHere are the clues and answers to Daily Mini Crossword for Thursday, October 10, 2024:
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The second feature by Zambian-Welsh director Rungano Nyoni, On Becoming a Guinea Fowl is a brilliantly wry film of funeral traditions and familial idiosyncrasies. Tackling dark familial secrets with acerbic wit, it explores a culture of silence around sexual abuse. The result is a fiercely feminist tale filled with powerful observations, told through the eyes of a woman struggling with her commitment to community, as she’s backed into corners by social norms.
While the movie's humor and visual form verge on surreal, a deceptively withheld lead performance by Susan Chardy — who plays Shula, a woman visiting her Zambian hometown after many years abroad — helps ground it within social realism. Nyoni, who was similarly born in Zambia but raised in Britain, strikes this visual and tonal balance with an expert hand right from her opening scenes, which follow the surprising discovery of a dead body on an isolated road.
From there on out, On Becoming a Guinea Fowl sweeps through its mere 99 minutes with clamorous force. Implications eventually give way to revelations, but the story remains rooted in burning questions of how best to challenge a foundational status quo without breaking the bonds of family, recalling films like Mira Nair’s Monsoon Wedding, but blazing a unique path.
What is On Becoming a Guinea Fowl about?The movie's strange but revealing contrasts emerge minutes into its runtime, as Shula drives home from a costume party and discovers the corpse of her uncle — her mother's brother, Fred (Roy Chisha) — lying by the roadside. Dressed in a baggy black outfit reminiscent of '90s Missy Elliot, and wearing a bedazzled helmet that recalls Phantom of the Paradise, Shula exacerbates this visual disconnect with her icy, sardonic expression. When she calls her father (Henry B.J. Phiri) to relay the news, Fred's death isn't even the first thing she brings up.
While her response initially seems mysterious, one of the movie's fleeting hints of surrealist imagery wordlessly unveils what might be going on. As though she were having an out-of-body experience, she briefly sees her younger, adolescent self (played by Blessings Bhamjee) standing over Fred's body with a stern expression, wearing the very same ridiculous costume. It's bizarre, droll, and heartbreaking all at once, hinting at a character stuck in time, unable to move past something.
While the film eventually goes on to detail the reasons for her muted response, it isn't all that hard to put two and two together, especially when her inebriated cousin Nsansa (Elizabeth Chisela) shows up and pokes fun at her deceased relative as he lays nearby, referring to him as a "pervert." Their humor may seem cruel at the outset, but Shula and Nsansa's eyes suppress a lingering anguish that neither of them wants to discuss — or perhaps can't bring themselves to address.
As the days go by, and Fred's extended family arrives for his last rites, Shula reluctantly goes along with the various funeral traditions that involve the subservience of younger women, both to their older aunts — whose collective voice and physical presence envelopes the younger characters — and to the men of the family. It's her duty to cook, for instance, no matter her own emotional state, and she and several other women walk around the house on their knees or on all fours as part of their ritualistic duties, as more relatives gather and scenes grow more cacophonous.
However, as Shula and Nsansa fetch their younger cousin Bupe (Esther Singini) from her college dormitory, the latter's pained demeanor, and a video confession she records, make it all the more urgent for Shula to try and convince her family of who Fred really was, and the things he may have done to his younger female relatives on more than one occasion.
On Becoming a Guinea Fowl creates drama through implication.While the details of Fred's past eventually come to light, Nyoni trusts her viewers to use inference and imagination. In the process, she paints a stark picture of the kind of memories that might be swirling in Shula's mind, as she balances being physically present for the funeral — and being there for her family — while being mentally checked out much of this time for the sake of her sanity.
The movie's harsh, upsetting soundscape (courtesy of composer Lucrecia Dalt) goes a long way toward crafting its atmosphere, creating an imposing space from which the younger women in the family have to constantly escape in order to breathe. More often than not, Shula, Nsansa, and their friends find themselves hidden away in a closet or pantry in order to steal swigs of alcohol and speak openly about Fred, in ways they cannot in front of the film's extended cast.
It's also worth noting that, while the structural impositions placed on Shula and her cousins are distinctly patriarchal, the men of their family rarely feature on screen. Instead, the constraints placed around the women are the focus, and the audience discovers each as it first appears in matter-of-fact fashion. These cultural curtailments are entirely self-evident, self-perpetuating, and widely understood, but they also serve logistical functions. For example, Shula is made to cook for Fred's young widow, Chichi (Norah Mwansa); someone has to.
The women of Shula's family all gather under one roof and sleep packed like sardines, making it hard to find moments of respite — especially when mourning Fred becomes a collective, at times performative, act. Shula's mother (Doris Naulapwa) cared deeply about her late brother, but the more mourners who gather, the more the lines between genuine affection and the demands of tradition begin to blur, and the more Shula’s extended family becomes concerned with keeping the peace, rather than acting on complaints about their loved ones.
When Shula tries to take a moment for herself, her numerous, yammering aunties yank her back into thick of things, usually at night, though she returns and re-settles into the family’s rhythms without a fuss. She knows this is what she must do, even though what she really wants is to scream from the rooftops about the type of person Fred really was.
Susan Chardy delivers a quiet, powerhouse performance.The first time we see Shula's face — when she removes her bejeweled costume — Chardy's eyes are immediately striking. Her hair is frayed, which compliments the way she embodies a sense of exhaustion and repression. Nyoni's screenplay, which withholds information pivotal to the plot (and to Shula’s emotional state) for lengthy stretches, simply would not work if the movie's lead performance weren't so consistently captivating.
Chardy's approach to creating Shula is distinctly top-down, from stillness that disguises subtle movement (and movement that overcompensates for a desire to stay still) to her accent work and code-switching. Much of the movie is in Bemba, but for its English-language dialogue, whether Shula speaks with Chardy's natural English accent, or a Zambian accent, or a mix of the two, usually depends on who she's talking to, and with how much emotional force.
Shula is, effectively, a person in flux, who feels as though she has worked hard to escape her hometown — not just physically, but emotionally and socially — but is constantly drawn back into its orbit. Like Nyoni, Chardy was born in Zambia and raised in Britain, and together, they pour their emigrant anxieties into Shula, a woman who floats through the world buoyed by despondent fury at her inability to change the past, or the future.
To challenge an existing structure isn’t a logistical act, but a deeply human one, and Nyoni unfurls the distressing, amusing, and wholly enrapturing results of engaging with this necessary transformation. Through biting observations, careful camera movement, and performances that flesh out the hidden contours of every scene (and every character dynamic), On Becoming a Guinea Fowl bursts to life in unassuming ways. Though perhaps just as surprising as the movie’s simple visual conception is the complexity with which it arrives at its most powerful scenes, which center on the thin line between complicity and self-preservation, and on the rigid realities of belonging to a community while trying to re-shape it from within.
On Becoming a Guinea Fowl was reviewed out of its U.S. premiere at the New York Film Festival. It arrives in theaters from A24 on Dec. 13.
Water is the future.
NASA, preparing to establish a permanent presence on the moon, has detected deposits of water ice on the moon "more extensive than previously thought." An instrument on the space agency's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter found the ice embedded in the lunar surface.
"New findings from NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter reveal that lunar ice deposits are more widespread than we thought, even beyond the south pole’s shadowed regions!" Nicky Fox, who heads NASA's Science Mission Directorate, posted online. "These icy deposits could contain vital resources for future explorers, including water for radiation protection, air, energy, and even rocket fuel!"
SEE ALSO: NASA scientist viewed first Voyager images. What he saw gave him chills.Previous lunar reconnaissance has located ice preserved in profoundly cold craters in or near the moon's south pole, the aptly named "permanently shadowed regions," or PSRs. That's a primary reason why NASA's return to the moon, called the Artemis program, will land near these craters. This new research, published in the peer-reviewed Planetary Science Journal, found significant ice in more distant craters.
"We find that there is widespread evidence of water ice within PSRs outside the south pole, towards at least 77 degrees south latitude," NASA researcher Timothy P. McClanahan, who led the research, said in a statement.
The map below shows locations of permanently shadowed areas in the south pole out to 80 degrees south latitude (the literal south pole, located inside the rim of Shackleton crater, is at 90 degrees south latitude). Much of the ice here and beyond likely dwells in craters with frigid temperatures under -325 Fahrenheit, or -198 Celsius. Some of these shadowed craters haven't seen sunlight for billions of years.
The blue areas show an expansive area of permanently shadowed regions on the moon. Credit: NASA / GSFC / Timothy P. McClanahan Tweet may have been deletedHow much water did the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter detect beyond the south pole? For each square meter (1.2 square yards) of surface with detected ice, "there should be at least about five more quarts (five more liters) of ice within the surface top 3.3 feet (meter)" compared to the surrounding environs, McClanahan said. The NASA satellite's Lunar Exploration Neutron Detector, or LEND, located the ice by indicating where pockets of frozen hydrogen exist on or near the surface.
Over eons, comets and meteors striking the moon could have transported bounties of water to the moon's surface. Other sources could be water vapor that naturally seeped out of the lunar underground, or chemical reactions between oxygen in the lunar soil and the relentless solar wind.
When NASA astronauts return to the moon — no earlier than September 2026 — one of their primary missions, over the course of a week, will be to look for ice and collect surface samples to bring back to Earth. Eventually, if the ice is confirmed, such exploration will pave the way for harvesting lunar ice on a moon base.
Of course, without this ice, no one can survive on the moon.
Multiple perspectives, a mish-mash of characters and the sudden disappearance of a little girl are already ingredients for a complicated film — but when you throw time travel into the mix things become even more head-scratching.
Such is the case with Celine Held and Logan George's Caddo Lake, a drama/mystery/sci-fi that starts off simply enough before quickly plunging into the depths of impressive confusion.
So, let's have a go at breaking it down step by step. What's going on at Caddo Lake, what really happened to Anna, and how does time travel fit into the whole thing?
SEE ALSO: The best sci-fi movies on Netflix to escape reality What's Caddo Lake about?First, a recap. The movie follows two different characters who both live in the sprawling, titular Caddo Lake: Paris (Dylan O'Brien), a young man still obsessed with the sudden death of his mother after she suffered a strange seizure while driving him across a bridge; and Ellie (Eliza Scanlen) a student whose stepsister Anna (Caroline Falk) abruptly vanishes after a family dinner.
For a large chunk of the movie it's unclear how Paris and Ellie are connected, but they do share one thing in common: The discovery of a strange area in the lake that seems to be the source of long-extinct moths, wolves that no longer live in the area, and bizarre echoing noises. As they both soon realise, this area of the lake is actually a portal that allows people and animals to pass through time.
Ellie (Eliza Scanlen) travels through time in search of her missing stepsister. Credit: Max What's really happening at Caddo Lake?Paris' obsession with his mother's illness – which he believes was never properly diagnosed – leads him to make an interesting discovery: Her seizures corresponded with periods of time when the local area was going through a drought.
This realisation becomes key when Paris discovers the lake's time portal, because it helps him understand that the portal only appears when these droughts are happening. In a nutshell, whenever the lake is suffering from a lack of water, a rift opens. We don't know exactly how or why this happens, but the implication is that the phenomenon is naturally occurring, possibly even a defence mechanism against the droughts.
"This place," says Ellie at the end of the film. "Nature made this place."
What happened to Anna?The short answer is that Ellie's stepsister Anna gets lost in the past.
After Ellie abruptly leaves the family dinner in the present day, Anna tries to follow her in a motorboat — but instead of finding Ellie, she stumbles across the time portal. After Anna crosses this barrier she's found injured by Paris, who has just passed through the barrier in his own timeline (it's revealed later in the movie that Paris is living in Caddo Lake in 2003, around 20 years before Ellie and her family). Paris carries the injured Anna through the time barrier, emerging in the year 1952. He gets her to safety before travelling back through the portal, leaving Anna behind in the past.
Ellie later looks through old photographs and discovers a picture of Anna, the same age as she was when she went missing, at a local school in the year 1952. Her name is Anna Bennett in the present, but in the old photos and news clippings she's referred to as Anna Lang. Lang is not only Paris' surname, but also Ellie's registered surname. Wait, what?
Anna ends up in 1952, where she grows up to be Paris' mom. Credit: Max How is everyone related, and how does it link to time travel?This is where the complexity ramps up a notch. After being left in the year 1952, Anna grows up and lives a normal life. She has a son – yep, Paris – then dies in 1999 after a time travel-induced seizure causes her to crash her car off a bridge.
Later, in the year 2003, Paris is in an on-off relationship with a woman called Celeste (Diana Hopper) before he discovers the time portal. Unbeknownst to him he gets Celeste pregnant before travelling through the portal into the future, emerging in the year 2022 (this is the timeline where Anna has just gone missing and the search is still active). Paris ends up drowning in his attempt to get back to the portal before the water level rises again and seals it shut, and his story ends there. But Ellie, who travels back to 2003 in the portal before returning to the present, makes a shocking realisation: Paris is her missing father. Her mother Celeste (played by Lauren Ambrose in the 2022 timeline) believes he met someone else and ran off, telling Ellie she was approached by a strange woman who she had a fight with when Ellie was just a baby.
The twist? Ellie herself was the strange woman, encountering a younger version of her mother in the year 2003 after recognising her necklace.
In a nutshell, Anna isn't just Ellie's stepsister. She's also Paris' mother, and Ellie's grandmother.
Lydia Bach, a 15-year-old sophomore living in New York City, has a message for adults who think teens can't possibly experience burnout.
"If people want to find out what teens are burnt out about, they have to just take a look at the world," Bach says, rattling off stressors like gun violence and global conflict, not to mention the "ever-looming threat that we actually won't have a future because of climate change."
Now, she says, imagine you're a high school student also trying to constantly "be better" and "do better," because "productivity culture" demands regular self-improvement. Meanwhile, you're painfully aware of the economic stakes of your high school career. Without a high grade point average, you might not get into the good college, which will set you up for the well-paying job with health insurance.
Trying to meet high expectations set by parents, teachers, coaches, peers, and even themselves, teens have to also contend with social media. The unpredictable algorithmic force that is the internet often amplifies the different pressures that teens feel, according to a new report on grind culture from Common Sense Media, the Center for Digital Thriving at Harvard School of Education, and Indiana University.
SEE ALSO: Why teens are telling strangers their secrets onlineFor teens, these pressures include feeling like they need to have a "game plan" for their future; that they must rack up "exceptional" achievements; and that they should look and present themselves in a certain way. More than a quarter of the 1,545 teens surveyed by the researchers struggle with burnout.
Bach, who runs the social media account for the podcast This Teenage Life, has mixed opinions about social media. A writer and quilter, Bach has found online communities that deepen her interests. But she's also acutely aware of posts that could make her feel like she's not achieving or succeeding enough, such as a friend sharing about an award they won.
In the research on grind culture, teens said that social media posts about achievements like personal records at the gym and college acceptances could exacerbate pressure.
"When we see a lot of people, in a short amount of time, talking about their accomplishments, we feel like we should also have something to show," Bach says. In coordination with the new report's release, This Teenage Life aired a new episode about teen burnout, which Bach participated in.
"The path that leads to burnout"While there's no evidence of a causal link between social media and burnout, Amanda Lenhart, head of research for Common Sense Media, says the survey findings showed that social media tends to amplify the pressures that teens experience more often than it alleviates them.
The report identified six types of pressures that most commonly affect teens. In addition to expectations related to their future, personal achievements, and appearance, teens also feel like they need to have an active and visible social life; stay available to and be supportive of friends; and do good for their communities or stay informed about different issues.
"When we ask young people, they themselves directly point to the pressures as the path that leads to burnout," Lenhart says.
Social media intensifies stress that teens feel about their appearance, according to the survey. The participants who felt this way said that TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat increased pressure to look a certain way and made them feel "worse." A smaller percentage of teens said that social media, in general, sometimes decreases appearance-related pressure.
Helping teens with burnoutDr. Tori Cordiano, a licensed clinical psychologist in Beachwood, Ohio, who works with clients in private practice and as a school consultant psychologist, says that teens began using the term "burnout" about five to seven years ago.
Some use the word interchangeably with stress to describe feeling overwhelmed. But others are experiencing burnout as a chronic condition characterized by the "depletion of the ability to even think about how to move forward," says Cordiano.
She also believes that social media plays a complicated role in burnout for teens, at turns worsening how they feel while also providing meaningful opportunities to connect with friends.
But Cordiano notes that the grind of self-improvement is a huge part of the self-care and wellness content that populates teens' social media feeds. The "dark underbelly" of this content subtly convinces teens that feeling good is about "perfecting every part of yourself," which then puts enormous pressure on teens, Cordiano says.
Indeed, the survey found that while teens want to practice self-care, they often don't have or make the time to do so, and can feel like that time isn't "productive."
Teens who weren't experiencing any of the pressures identified in the report — 19 percent of those surveyed — got more sleep, spent more time outside in nature, and had more free time.
Lenhart says parents should pay serious, close attention to signs that their teen may be burning out, and work with them to identify healthy strategies to ease their burden. That includes taking pressure off them to be successful at everything they do, or exceptional at even one of their pursuits.
Cordiano recommends that parents develop reasonable expectations of how their teen manages their time and schedule, helping them to set boundaries as needed for their mental health and well-being. She also suggests they collaborate with their teen on identifying types of social media use that make them feel worse.
Bach has found that reading books about other life experiences is helpful for weathering burnout, because they offer a different perspective—and a reminder that the exhaustion is temporary. Still, she worries that she's facing a years-long grind as she tries to establish herself as an adult in a culture that seems to value nonstop work above all else.
Cordiano says it's up to adults to change this perception for young people and "to let them know that this is actually not our hope or expectation for teenagers, that they are living under a mountain of stress."
TL;DR: Make any idea into a song with a lifetime subscription to Supermusic AI, now $39.97 ($319).
Opens in a new window Credit: Supermusic Supermusic AI: Lifetime Subscription $39.97Making music has always seemed like something you need a lot of training, expensive equipment, or studio time to do. Even if you had a musical idea in your head, translating that into an actual song was a long and complicated process. Now, though, things are shifting — technology has made it easier for regular people to tap into their musical side without needing instruments or years of practice
Supermusic AI is an app that allows you to create full songs just by typing in prompts. It doesn’t require you to know how to play an instrument or mix a track. You start with a text prompt — anything from a single line of lyrics to a few ideas about the mood or theme — and Supermusic handles the rest. In seconds, it generates a complete song, with background music and vocals, making your creative concept a reality, and it's only $39.97 for a lifetime subscription.
How does Supermusic AI work?Not only does Supermusic craft the music, but it also produces vocals that sing your lyrics with impressive clarity and emotion. Supermusic takes things a step further by allowing you to tweak your tracks, add your own lyrics, and make adjustments until the song fits your vision.
This level of customization, combined with the speed and ease of use, makes it possible for anyone to become a "musician" without needing the skills that usually come with it. You can explore genres, experiment with different sounds, and quickly share your creations with the world.
Or just enjoy some sweet tunes about your cat.
Sharing is a big part of the experience with Supermusic. Once you’ve created your track, you can easily post it on social media or share it with friends through the app itself. The platform has built-in playlists and profiles, so you can store all your AI-generated songs and even follow other creators to see what they’re working on.
The app also has its own leaderboards, tracking the most popular, played, and shared songs. That means you have the chance to show off your own AI creations with like-minded users.
Supermusic is available on both iOS and Android, so all you need is your phone to get started.
Time to jamMake the music you used to only dream of. Get a Supermusic AI lifetime subscription for just $39.97.
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TL;DR: Charge 6 devices at once with the Flash Pro Plus, now $199.97 until October 27 at 11:59 p.m. PT.
Opens in a new window Credit: Chargeasap Flash Pro Plus 100W USB-C 25000mAh Graphene Power Bank w/ Magsafe Compatibility $199.97 at Mashable ShopThere's nothing like a dead battery to completely throw off your day. Suddenly, you're driving without music, navigating without traffic updates, and can't call your colleague to let them know you'll be late. It's annoying — and it's also completely avoidable.
Instead of carrying a tangle of cords or searching for available outlets, pack a Flash Pro Plus power bank with a massive 25,000mAh battery. It’s like carrying an outlet in your pocket. This portable charging station could fully charge your phone multiple times before needing a recharge itself, but it's not just for your phone. Use the Flash Pro Plus to keep your tablet and laptop powered up, so whether you’re working on the go, watching movies on a flight, or just running errands, you’ve got power to spare.
What makes the Flash Pro unique?One of the most convenient features of this power bank is its MagSafe-compatible wireless charging. If you’re using an iPhone or another MagSafe device, you can simply place your phone on top of the charger, and it locks into place, charging automatically. No need to fumble with cords or adapters. Plus, it can handle up to six devices at once with USB-C plugins.
So, whether you’re sharing it with family members on a road trip or charging multiple devices for work, this charger is a must-have. You can even charge your Apple Watch and wireless earbuds simultaneously.
The OLED display shows how much battery life is left, which charging ports are in use, and other helpful stats, so you always know what’s happening. And while it has the power of a large charger, the Flash Pro Plus is still compact and easy to carry, sliding right into your bag or even your pocket. For travelers, busy professionals, or anyone who hates being tied down by low battery warnings, this charger is a lifesaver.
Low batteries aren't a problem anymoreA dead battery doesn't have to kill your day. Get a Flash Pro Plus Power Bank for $199.97 (reg. $319) through October 27 at 11:59 p.m. PT.
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TL;DR: Charge three devices with the 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Pad, now $26.97 (reg. $69).
Opens in a new window Credit: RochasDivineMart 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Pad $26.97Between our phones, smartwatches, and wireless earbuds, it's practically a full-time job keeping them all charged. The cords get tangled, you’re constantly searching for an open outlet, and if you’re traveling, you need to bring a whole kit of chargers just to stay powered up. A simpler alternative is to use one charger for three devices.
Enter the 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Pad. This sleek and practical wireless charger can power up your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods at the same time, reducing clutter and making charging easier. The magnetic design makes sure that your phone stays perfectly aligned with the charger, so you don’t have to adjust it for a proper charge. Plus, it’s foldable and on sale for only $26.97 (reg. $69.99).
Charge three devices at onceThis wireless charging pad delivers 15W of power for your phone, which is strong enough for fast wireless charging, so you won’t be waiting around for hours. At the same time, your AirPods and Apple Watch are charging, too, and with their specific wattage (5W and 2.5W, respectively). Everything charges at optimal speed. No more hunting for separate chargers or dealing with a mess of cables. Whether you’re at home, at work, or traveling, this charging pad makes life simpler and helps keep all your essential devices ready to go.
Low batteries don't have to stop you from streaming or hopping on FaceTime. This charging pad also magnetically snaps into a triangle configuration that you can use as a phone stand.
A charger for home, work, and beyondWhether you're packing up for your next trip or recharging at the end of a long day, this compact wireless charging station is up for the job. Get the Three-in-One Magnetic Wireless Charging Pad while it's still $26.97.
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If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine.
There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown.
An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle.
If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered.
SEE ALSO: Hurdle: Everything you need to know to find the answers Hurdle Word 1 hintA hair color you can get with bleach.
SEE ALSO: Mini crossword answers for October 10 Hurdle Word 1 answerBLOND
Hurdle Word 2 hintPeople are described as staring into this more than actually seeing it.
SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Here's the answer hints for October 10 Hurdle Word 2 AnswerABYSS
Hurdle Word 3 hintA competitor trying to win first place as quickly as possible.
SEE ALSO: NYT Connections today: Hints and answers for October 10 Hurdle Word 3 answerRACER
Hurdle Word 4 hintTo strike with a mighty blow.
SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for October 10 Hurdle Word 4 answerSMITE
Final Hurdle hintSimilar.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Games available on Mashable Hurdle Word 5 answerALIKE
If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.
UPDATE: Oct. 9, 2024, 6:57 a.m. EDT This article has been update with the latest deals on Kindle books during Prime Big Deal Days.
Best October Prime Day Kindle Deals Best Kindle Deal Kindle Scribe (16GB) $254.99 at Amazon (Save $85) Get Deal Best Kindle Paperwhite Deal Kindle Paperwhite $124.99 at Amazon (Save $25) Get Deal Best Kindle Bundle Deal Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle (16 GB) $140.97 at Amazon (Save $64) Get DealIt's officially cozy season, which nicely coincides with Amazon's October Prime Day. If you're thinking about settling down on the couch or cuddling up in bed with a good book, now's the time to do it. And what better way to do so than with a new Kindle? If you've had your eye on one, this is one of the best times to go ahead and lock one in, because when the weather gets cooler, snuggling with a loved one or a pet and a great read just hits different.
Thanks to Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, you can save on some of the best Kindles at Amazon right now. Admittedly, Kindle deals during the spooky season Prime Day aren't amazing, but they are deals nonetheless. There are some good deals to be had — the Paperwhite and Scribe offer savings of up to 25%, for example.
Below, find some of our favorite October Prime Day Kindle deals. And don't forget to snag your free Amazon First Reads books this month, which includes two in October just for being a Prime member.
Best Kindle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Kindle Kindle Scribe (16GB) $254.99 at AmazonThe Kindle Scribe is a multifunctional tablet that lets you enjoy your favorite books and magazines with the potential to be used as a digital notebook. In addition to all your normal Kindle options, the Scribe lets you take notes while reading or use it as a dedicated tablet with smooth writing and a responsive screen. This deal comes with the basic pen, which lacks the eraser and shortcut button, but it still glides over the screen smoothly.
During Prime Big Deal Days, the Kindle Scribe is down to $254.99, saving you $85.
Best Kindle Paperwhite deal Opens in a new window Credit: Kindle Kindle Paperwhite $124.99 at AmazonYou really can't beat the Kindle Paperwhite — there's a reason it's the best e-reader we've tested. It's waterproof, comes with 16GB of storage, and adjustable warmth and brightness. It's super quick with a responsive touchscreen, just what you want as you're zooming through a good book. During October Prime Day, shop the Kindle Paperwhite for $124.99, taking $25 off the price.
Best Kindle bundle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Kindle Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle (16 GB) $140.97 at AmazonIf you're looking to get the full Kindle set-up, your best bet is to go with a bundle. The Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle is a good option that's also budget-friendly when it comes to e-readers. This bundle comes with a 16GB Kindle Paperwhite, a fabric cover, and a power adapter. During Prime Big Deal Days, this bundle is down to $140.97, saving you $64.
More Kindle dealsKindle Paperwhite Kids (16GB) — $114.99 $169.99 (save $55)
Kindle Scribe Essentials Bundle — $299.97 $439.97 (save $140)
Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle — $141.97 $211.97 (save $70)
Avatar, The Last Airbender: The Rise of Kyoshi (Chronicles of the Avatar Book 1) by F.C. Yee — $9.25 $11.69 (save $2.44)
Chaos: Charles Manson, the CIA, and the Secret History of the Sixties by Tom O'Neill — $4.99 $22.99 (save $18)
Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa, translated by Eric Ozawa — $1.99 $16.99 (save $15)
FantasticLand by Mike Bockoven — $12.99 $16.99 (save $4)
Happy-Go-Lucky by David Sedaris — $2.99 $18.99 (save $16)
Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men by Caroline Criado Perez — $12.14 $18.99 (save $6.85)
Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez — $2.99 $18.99 (save $16)
Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari — $1.99 $9 (save $7.01)
The Stories of Ray Bradbury by Ray Bradbury — $17.99 $40 (save $22.01)
The Story of the Lost Child by Elena Ferrante — $3.99 $17.99 (save $14)
Swan Song by Elin Hilderbrand — $14.99 $30 (save $15.01)
A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle — $2.99 $7.99 (save $5)
You Are Here by David Nicholls — $2.99 $30 (save $27.01)
The temperature and leaves are beginning to fall, which means it's time for Amazon's third major sale of the season — Prime Big Deal Days. The sale officially kicked off on October 8 and runs through the end of today, the 9th. With everything underway, we've spotted solid discounts on Amazon devices, small kitchen appliances, headphones, robot vacuums, and plenty more. But before you add it all to your cart, check out the Mashable guide to items you don't want to buy during Prime Day.
If you're on a budget, we've rounded up the best deals under $50. We've combed through all the deals, finding our favorite products, and checking the price histories so you know everything here is truly a good deal.
Best entertainment deal Roku Streaming Stick 4K $34.00 at AmazonIf you're going to buy a streaming stick, I'm begging you — go with the Roku Streaming Stick 4K. Having put it head-to-head with the Amazon Fire Stick TV 4K, I can guarantee you, it's supremely better. It installs easily, has an easy to navigate interface, and is so quick. It delivers a gorgeous picture and requires little to know buffer time. You really can't do better — especially with its Prime Big Deal Days price tag.
Currently, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K is down to $34.99 from its usual $49.99. That knocks off $15 for a generous 30% discount.
Best Echo device deal Amazon Echo Spot $44.99 at AmazonLast Prime Day, Amazon launched the updated Echo Spot, a smart alarm clock that works as a hub in the bedroom. It's a fantastic little speaker that plays music with crisp detail and shines brightly with brilliant displays.
During Prime Big Deal Days, the Amazon Echo Spot is back down to its lowest price ever of $44.99. That's 44% savings, knocking $35 off the price.
Best headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Soundcore Anker Our pick: Soundcore Anker Life Q20 Hybrid Headphones (black) $39.90 at AmazonNoise-cancelling headphones tend to cost several hundred dollars, putting them out of range for many folks. But that's not the case today — you can grab the Soundcore Anker Life Q20 Hybrid Headphones in black for just $39.90 at Amazon.
Are these top-of-the-line Bose headphones? Nope. But they do an excellent job with sound quality and noise cancellation, especially considering the affordable sale price. The ear cups are made with a soft memory foam so you'll be comfortable for all-day wear, and they get about 60 hours of playtime before you'll need to recharge. You'll also get a convenient travel pouch with the headphones for easy storage.
Best home security deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Our pick: Blink Outdoor 4 $39.99 at AmazonHome security cameras can be a great addition to your tech collection. The wireless Blink Outdoor 4 is on sale at Amazon for just $39.99, down from the list price of $99.99 which means you'll be getting a massive 60% discount. The security camera has a battery that'll keep it powered for up to two years while also offering crisp and clear 1080p HD resolution. Come nighttime, the camera will switch to an infrared night live view.
Mashable sister publication PCMag (both owned by Ziff Davis) gave the Blink Outdoor 4 an "excellent" review, noting its wider field of view and optional people alerts as pros.
Plus, since the camera is wireless, you won't have to worry about a complicated set-up process.
More deals under $50 at Amazon's Big Deal Days eventPicasso Tiles 100-piece Magnetic Tile Set — $25.99 $39.99 (save $14 with on-page coupon)
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Case (Leather) — $26.99 $41.99 (save $15)
Roku Express 4K+ — $27 $39.99 (save $12.99)
Amazon Echo Dot Kids — $27.99 $59.99 (save $32)
Soundcore P30i Earbuds — $27.99 $49.99 (save $22)
JBL Vibe Beam Earbuds — $29.95 $49.95 (save $20)
Brother P-Touch Label Maker — $29.99 $39.99 (save $10)
Blink Video Doorbell — $29.99 $59.99 (save $30)
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max — $34.99 $59.99 (save $25)
Amazon Echo Buds with Active Noise Cancellation — $34.99 $119.99 (save $85)
AncestryDNA Genetic Test Kit — $39 $99 (save $60)
Levoit Core Mini Air Purifier — $39.98 $49.99 (save $10.01)
EA Sports College Football for PlayStation 5 — $42.99 $69.99 (save $27)
Soundcore by Anker Space A40 Earbuds — $44.99 $79.99 (save $35)
JLab Create Wireless Lavalier Mic System — $44.99 $59.99 (save $15)
Govee RGBIC Smart Lights — $45.99 $72.99 (save $27)
JBL Tune Flex — $49.95 $99.95 (save $50)
JBL Tune Buds — $49.95 $99.95 (save $50)
Amazon Echo Show 5 — $49.99 $89.99 (save $40)
Blueair Mini Air Purifier — $49.99 $69.99 (save $20)
Ninja BC151WH Blast Portable Blender — $49.99 $59.99 (save $10)
Amazon Fire 7 Kids Tablet — $49.99 $99.99 (save $50)
Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.
If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for October 10's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: Hurdle hints and answers for October 10 What is Connections?The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.
Tweet may have been deletedEach puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.
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Apple AirPods Pro 2 ANC Earbuds With USB-C Charging Case — $168.99 (List Price $249.00)
Apple iPad 10.2" 64GB Wi-Fi Tablet (2021 Release) — $199.00 (List Price $329.00)
TP-Link Tapo C120 2K QHD Security Camera — $24.99 (List Price $39.99)
65" Hisense U6 Series 4K Mini-LED ULED Smart TV (2024 Model) — $597.99 (List Price $799.99)
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds (Black) — $229.00 (List Price $299.00)
Geekom A8 Ryzen 9 2TB SSD 32GB RAM Mini Desktop — $721.00 (List Price $849.00)
Fire TV Stick 4K Max Streaming Player With Remote (2023 Model) — $34.99 (List Price $59.99)
If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.
Tweet may have been deletedPlayers can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.
SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for October 10 Here's a hint for today's Connections categoriesWant a hit about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: Used to touch, move, and see
Green: Gen X slang
Blue: One-word movies
Purple: Solfège
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Body Parts
Green: Cool, In '80s Slang
Blue: Movies
Purple: Words in "Do-Re-Mi"
Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.
Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.
Drumroll, please!
The solution to today's Connections #487 is...
What is the answer to Connections todayBody Parts: ARM, EYE, HIP, LEG
Cool, In '80s Slang: BAD, FLY, ILL, RAD
Movies: BIG, ELF, HER, SAW
Words in "Do-Re-Mi": DOE, FAR, SEW, TEA
Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections 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.
SEE ALSO: Mini crossword answers for October 10If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.
Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.
UPDATE: Oct. 9, 2024, 7:35 a.m. EDT This article has been updated with the latest deals under $25 on October Prime Day.
Sometimes, good things come with small price tags. Amazon's Prime Day sales are always a great time to snag some new gear, but if you're sticking to a budget this fall, here are some great deals that cost under $25.
October Prime Day deals under $25 Best earbuds deal Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds $19.99 at Amazon (save $20) Get Deal Best Echo device deal Amazon Echo Pop $17.99 at Amazon (save $22) Get Deal Best home security deal Blink Mini $17.99 at Amazon (save $12) Get Deal Best streaming device deal Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K $24.99 at Amazon (Save $25) Get Deal Best Apple Deal Apple AirTag $24.99 (Save $4.01) Get DealLife feels pretty expensive these days, which means that many of us are sticking to a strict budget lately. But that doesn't mean you can't enjoy Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event. We've scoured Amazon to find the best bargains for Day 2, so you can snag some goodies without overspending. Here are our top picks.
Best earbuds deal Opens in a new window Credit: Soundcore Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds $19.99 at AmazonThe ultra-affordable Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds are on sale at Amazon for just $19.99, which means they're half-off the usual price of $39.99. At this price, you can use them as stocking stuffers or grab a few pairs for your family to always have on hand in case someone's earbuds go missing.
The P20i earbuds use 10mm drivers, focusing on bass while also offering about 30 hours of playtime on a single charge. They're also water-resistant, so no worries if you're out in the rain or in the muggy summer heat.
The compact and lightweight design of the Soundcore earbuds paired with the attached lanyard means these earbuds are also great for travel, taking to school, or bringing along to the office.
Best Echo device deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Pop $17.99 at AmazonThe Amazon Echo Pop and Dot serve as affordable devices in the brand's line-up, however, during events like Prime Big Deal Days, they get an even bigger discount. In a perfectly compact size, the Amazon Echo Pop is ideal for small spaces, answering to Alexa commands, setting routines, and playing music.
During Prime Big Deal Days, find the Amazon Echo Pop for $17.99, saving $22 for 55% off.
SEE ALSO: Echo vs. Echo Dot: Which Amazon device should you buy? Best home security deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Blink Mini $17.99 at AmazonKeeping an eye on the inside of your home or apartment while you're away can offer some serious peace of mind. Get reassurance the dog didn't destroy the couch, or check that the kids arrived home from school on time with the Blink Mini indoor camera. You'll get a clear and crisp view with the 1080p resolution, while also getting night vision views when it gets dark. Two-way audio on the camera means you can let the dog know you see what it's up to, should it choose chaos and start chewing on the couch.
You'll get alerts on your smartphone when motion is detected, or you can customize your notifications or detection zones. Setting up the Blink Mini includes plugging it into a power source and connecting it to your home's WiFi.
At just $17.99, this October Prime Day deal on the Blink Mini gets you a top-rated security camera for 40% off. You'll be hard-pressed to find a better price, as it's only $3 more than its record low.
Best streaming device deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K $24.99 at AmazonIs the Amazon Fire Stick 4K the best streamer we've ever tested? No, Roku takes the cake there. However, it still works perfectly fine, and not to mention, it's hard to turn away from its price tag. Having tested the Amazon Fire Stick TV, set-up is easy; it's as simple as plugging it into an HDMI port in the back of your TV.
While the home screen is a little clunky and slow, full of ads and promotions for Prime Video content, it is a dream for those who primarily stream on the site. The Amazon Fire Stick 4K is down to $24.99, saving you $25 and 50% off.
More October Prime Day deals under $25Anker 313 Wireless Charging Stand — $12.78 $19.99 (save $7.21)
Amazon Smart Plug — $12.99 $24.99 (save $12)
Zevo Flying Insect Trap for Indoors — $14.99 $19.99 (save $5)
Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug — $14.99 $24.99 (save $10)
TP-Link Tapo 2K pan tilt security camera — $19.71 $34.99 (save $15.28)
Amazon Fire TV Stick HD — $19.99 $39.99 (save $20)
Amazon Echo Dot — $22.99 $49.99 (save $27)
Echo Dot with TP-Link Tapo Smart Color Bulb — $22.99 $74.98 (save $51.99)
Apple AirTag — $24.99 $29 (save $4.01)
With the announcement of Prime Big Deals Day returning on Oct. 8 and 9, fellow retailers are taking this as a sign to kick off the holiday shopping season. If your eyes just rolled, we're right there with you. Target was among the first to announce its competing event, with the news of Circle Week returning Oct. 6 through 12. The deals are now underway, delivering discounts on Apple, Shark, and more.
Amazon's "October Prime Day" runs just two days on Oct. 8 and 9, but Target is hosting a whole week of deals. Target's last Circle Week ran July 7 through 13, conveniently just before Amazon's July Prime Day. We're sensing a pattern...
Similar to Prime Day, Target Circle Week requires a membership to shop, but unlike Prime, Circle membership is free to join. In a press release, Target says Circle Week will feature deals on fall and holiday favorites as well as everyday essentials. Plus, they're bringing back the Deal of the Day program, an array of one-day-only deals available throughout Circle Week.
SEE ALSO: Walmart is going head-to-head with Prime Big Deal DaysBeyond the sales, Target will be offering holiday-exclusive partnerships. The brand is the "premier retail destination for Universal Pictures' Wicked" offering both merchandise and "experiences" around the heavily-anticipated film. Plus, Target is returning its partnership with British retailer Marks & Spencer to introduce new food, beverage, and home goods options.
Target's Circle week deals are available to shop in-store and online. To join Target's Circle membership, sign-up for free online.
Best deals from Target Circle WeekBest robot vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roborock Roborock S7 Max Ultra Robot Vacuum $799.99 at TargetChore days are made so much easier if you have a robot vacuum in your arsenal, and the Roborock S7 Max Ultra is a great pick that also happens to be on sale ahead of Target Circle Week. The S7 Max Ultra brings a totally hands-free cleaning experience, including (in addition to its vacuum capabilities) a mopping function, automatic obstacle avoidance, and a self-cleaning, -drying, and -emptying base. Pick one up at Target for $799.99 and save $500 during Circle Week.
More vacuum and floor care dealsShark S3601 Professional Steam Pocket Mop — $69.99 $109.99 (save $40)
Shark Steam and Scrub All-in-One Hard Floor Steam Mop — $139.99 $179.99 (save $40)
Shark NV360 Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe Upright Vacuum — $159.99 $199.99 (save $40)
Shark IX141H Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum — $199.99 $259.99 (save $60)
Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro Plus Carpet Cleaner — $239.99 $269.99 (save $30)
iRobot Roomba i5 Robot Vacuum and Mop — $249.99 $349.99 (save $100)
Dyson Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum — $299.99 $449.99 (save $150)
Dyson V8 Cordless Stick Vacuum — $349.99 $469.99 (save $220)
Shark RV2610WA Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop — $399.99 $699.99 (save $300)
iRobot Roomba Combo i5+ Self-emptying Robot Vacuum and Mop — $399.99 $549.99 ($150)
iRobot Roomba j9+ Robot Vacuum — $649.99 $899.99 (save $250)
Roborock Qrevo Pro Robot Vacuum — $659.99 $999.99 (save $340)
iRobot Roomba Combo j7+ Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum & Mop — $699.99 $999.99 (save $300)
Matching Amazon's Prime Day Prime, the iPad 10th generation is down to $299.99 at Target. The WiFi-enabled tablet comes with 64GB of storage and is packed with impressive internals: Retina display, A14 Bionic chip, and ultra-wide front camera are all here. During Target Circle Week, shop the iPad 10th generation for $50 0ff.
More tablet dealAmazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro Tablet (32GB) — $74.99 $149.99 (save $75)
Amazon Fire HD 10 (32GB) — $74.99 $139.99 (save $65)
Amazon Fire Max 11 — $139.99 $229.99 (save $90)
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (64GB) — $169.99 $219.99 (save $50)
Apple iPad Mini (64GB, WiFi) — $399.99 $499.99 (save $100)
TCL is basically budget 4K TV royalty. Their TVs are super affordable without sacrificing quality, and this 55-inch Google TV is no exception. Highlights include 4K Ultra HD resolution, HDR support, a gaming mode, Dolby Atmos audio, and Google TV Smart OS with built-in Chromecast. If you need a new TV, TCL won't disappoint, and it doesn't hurt to have a $80 discount.
More TV dealsWestinghouse 43-inch Roku HD 4K TV — $189.99 $309.99 (save $120)
Westinghouse 50-inch Roku HD 4K TV — $199.99 $279.99 (save $80)
Samsung 43-inch Crystal UHD 4K TV — $219.99 $279.99 (save $60)
Samsung 50-inch Crystal Smart Tizen UHD 4K TV — $249.99 $329.99 (save $80)
TCL 55-inch Class S5-Series UHD 4K TV — $269.99 $349.99 (save $80)
Westinghouse 65-inch Roku HD 4K TV — $299.99 $399.99 (save $100)
Vizio 65-inch Smart UHD LED 4K TV — $379.99 $429.99 (save $50)
LG 55-inch Smart LED 4K TV — $649.99 $799.99 (save $150)
If you're constantly stocking your fridge with comically large cases of La Croix, it may be time for you to move on to a more cost-effective and eco-friendly option like a SodaStream. Luckily, the SodaStream Art is on sale ahead of Target Circle week — $45 off the original price, just $104.99. Using the SodaStream is simple. Just fill up the included bottle with plain water, stick it in the machine, and push the button to get a bubbly beverage in seconds. Trust us, it's worth it.
More kitchen dealsInstant Pot 6-quart 9-in-1 Pressure Cooker — $59.99 $129.99 (save $70)
Ninja Air Fryer Pro 4-in-1 — $89.99 $119.99 (save $30)
Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven — $99.99 $229.99 (save $130)
Keurig K-Supreme Coffee Maker — $99.99 $169.99 (save $70)
Ninja Foodi 6-quart 5-in-1 Air Fryer — $99.99 $179.99 (save $80)
Nespresso VertuoPlus Coffee and Espresso Machine — $127.99 $169.99 (save $42)
Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine — $549.99 $699.99 (save $150)
Having an air purifier in your home is highly recommended if you want to keep your air quality as safe as possible. The Shark Air Purifier is a great option for exactly that purpose, and you can get one on sale for just $139.99 ahead of Target Circle Week ($40 in savings). The Shark Air Purifier can help purify spaces of up to 500 square feet and can capture 99.98% of airborne particles thanks to its included HEPA filter. The purifier also uses Clean Sense IQ to automatically track air quality in real time so there's no guesswork on your end.
More air purifier dealsHoneywell Insight HEPA Air Purifier — $129.99 $159.99 (save $30)
Honeywell Designer Series HEPA Air Purifier — $129.99 $199.99 (save $70)
Blueair Pure 311i Max 100 Air Purifier — $149.99 $229.99 (save $60)
Shark Never Change Air Purifier — $179.99 $249.99 (save $70)
Blueair Pure 211i Max 100 Air Purifier — $199.99 $349.99 (save $150)
Shark Air Purifier Max — $179.99 $279.99 (save $100)
Dyson Hot and Cool Gen 1 Purifier — $429.99 $529.99 (save $100)
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: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on MashableOctober Prime Day: Here's the latest news on the deals
More Prime Day: Here are the best deals still available
Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Thursday, October 10, 2024:
AcrossNature's band-aids, you might sayThe answer is Scabs.
The answer is Paula.
The answer is Andes.
The answer is Swiss.
The answer is Messy.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 ANC Earbuds With USB-C Charging Case — $168.99 (List Price $249.00)
Apple iPad 10.2" 64GB Wi-Fi Tablet (2021 Release) — $199.00 (List Price $329.00)
TP-Link Tapo C120 2K QHD Security Camera — $24.99 (List Price $39.99)
65" Hisense U6 Series 4K Mini-LED ULED Smart TV (2024 Model) — $597.99 (List Price $799.99)
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds (Black) — $229.00 (List Price $299.00)
Geekom A8 Ryzen 9 2TB SSD 32GB RAM Mini Desktop — $721.00 (List Price $849.00)
Fire TV Stick 4K Max Streaming Player With Remote (2023 Model) — $34.99 (List Price $59.99)
The answer is Spasm.
The answer is CanWe.
The answer is Audis.
The answer is Bless.
The answer is Sassy.
If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.
Featured Video For You The Wordle Strategy used by the New York Times' Head of GamesAre you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.
Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Mini Crossword.
We love a good sale, and Amazon offers up some of the best. Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days runs through Oct. 9 at 11:59 p.m. PT and is a two-day event that offers discounts on Amazon devices, kitchen equipment, tablets, Apple products, robot vacuums, and plenty more.
But if you're aiming to keep your spending as low as possible, Amazon also has some free offers in store during the October Prime Day event. Here are some awesome free deals you can score.
Prime Day deals that cost $0 Best free reading deal 3-month subscription to Kindle Unlimited $0 at Amazon (save $35.97) Get Deal Best free music deal 4-month subscription to Amazon Music Unlimited $0 at Amazon for Prime members (save $39.96) Get Deal Best free audiobook deal 30-day trial of Audible Premium Plus $0 at Amazon (save $14.95) Get Deal Best free phone deal iPhone 16 with Boost Mobile plan $0.01 at Amazon (Save $829.98) Get DealFree is everyone's favorite price. If you're wondering how you'll pass the time this fall and winter, Amazon has some free entertainment offers in store during October Prime Day including audiobooks, music streaming, and Kindle books. Here's how to score these free deals.
Best free reading deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Our pick: 3-month subscription to Kindle Unlimited at AmazonFree access to Kindle books is truly one of life's greatest hacks. If you're new to Kindle Unlimited, sign up today to get three months of free access to millions of Kindle books, saving a total of $35.97 over the three-month period.
Amazon's Kindle Unlimited program includes over 4 million Kindle titles, including some bestsellers and popular series. Not only does the plan include unlimited reading, you also get access to thousands of audiobooks and the pleasure of browsing magazines.
If you don't already have a Kindle, check out the Mashable guide to the best Kindles to help you decide which model will suit you best.
Best free music deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Our pick: 4-month subscription to Amazon Music Unlimited at AmazonMusic with no ads? It doesn't get any better. Amazon typically offers new subscribers a free one-month trial of the ad-free Amazon Music Unlimited, but as a treat during October Prime Day, you can sign up for four months of free access. However, this deal is limited to Prime members only, so you'll want to be signed up and logged in to grab this deal.
Amazon Music Unlimited comes with total control of what music you stream and when, all with no ads. You'll get unlimited access to listening while offline or skipping songs. The subscription also includes access to ad-free podcasts.
Best free audiobook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Our pick: 30-day trial of Audible Premium Plus at AmazonAudiobooks can really save the day. Whether you're stuck sitting in traffic, out walking the dog, or recovering from a cold, tuning into an audiobook can be the perfect way to relax and tune into something other than your own life. During October Prime Day, Amazon is offering a free 30-day trial to Audible Premium Plus, which typically costs $14.95 per month. The trial means you'll have free access to the Audible Plus catalog of audiobooks and podcasts, some of which are exclusive to the service. The free trial of Premium Plus also comes with credit to purchase one title from the Audible premium selection.
Best free phone deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple iPhone 16 with Boost Mobile plan $0.01 at AmazonOK OK, this isn't technically free, but you can get a new iPhone 16 for one single penny during Prime Day. That's basically a free phone. The only catch is that you have to sign up for a Boost Mobile plan, which is $65 per month.
UPDATE: Oct. 9, 2024, 6:00 a.m. EDT This article has been updated with the latest iPad pricing and availability on Prime Big Deal Days.
Best iPad deals on October Prime Day Best for portability Apple iPad Mini (64GB, WiFi) $349.99 at Amazon (Save $150) Get Deal Best for upgrading Apple iPad Air (M2, 128GB, WiFi) $549 at Amazon (Save $50) Get Deal Best for cheap Apple iPad 9th Generation (64GB, WiFi) $199 at Amazon (save $130) Get DealOctober Prime Day is up and running with deals on just about everything you can imagine, but Apple is often the star of the show.
Among the many items marked down — including Apple Watches and AirPods — you'll find a decent variety of iPads, from M2 Airs to the ninth generation iPad. We've checked out everything from the Prime Big Deal Days sale, and lined up the deals that are really worth your time.
SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about Amazon's October Prime Day sale: Official dates, the competition, and moreAs always, we'll be updating this post with the best iPad deals throughout the October Prime Day event, so make sure to check back often.
Best iPad deal Apple iPad mini (6th gen, A15 Bionic chip, 64GB, WiFi) $379.99 at AmazonCheck out our full review of the iPad mini.
We're probably due for a new iPad mini soon, but this 2021 model still holds up as a great portable option from Apple. With the M4 Pro line just released this year, Apple is still struggling to get its tablets to be legitimate laptop replacements for most people. In the case that you're mainly using a tablet to watch videos, read books, and play games, the iPad mini is an excellent choice. At $379.99, it's back to the record-low price we saw it hit last month, making it one of the best iPad deals to grab ahead of Prime Big Deal Days.
More iPad deals ahead of October Prime DayApple iPad (9th generation, WiFi, 64GB) — $199 $329 (save $130)
Apple iPad (10th generation, WiFi, 64GB) — $299 $349 (save $50)
Apple iPad Mini (WiFi, 64GB) — $349.99 $499 (save $150)
Apple iPad mini (WiFi, 256GB) — $529.99 $649 (save $119.01)
Apple iPad Air 11-inch (WiFi, 128GB) — $499 $599 (save $100)
Apple iPad Air 13-inch (WiFi, 128GB) — $749 $799 (save $50)
Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 256GB) — $922 $999 (save $77)
Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 512GB) — $1,399 $1,499 (save $100)
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game.
Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special, word or phrase that sums up that day's theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on MashableBy providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections.
If you're feeling stuck or just don't have 10 or more minutes to figure out today's puzzle, we've got all the NYT Strands hints for today's puzzle you need to progress at your preferred pace.
SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for October 10 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections today: Hints and answers for October 9 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Think about itThese words are can be fun or frustrating or both.
October Prime Day: Here's the latest news on the deals
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Apple AirPods Pro 2 ANC Earbuds With USB-C Charging Case — $168.99 (List Price $249.00)
Apple iPad 10.2" 64GB Wi-Fi Tablet (2021 Release) — $199.00 (List Price $329.00)
TP-Link Tapo C120 2K QHD Security Camera — $24.99 (List Price $39.99)
65" Hisense U6 Series 4K Mini-LED ULED Smart TV (2024 Model) — $597.99 (List Price $799.99)
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds (Black) — $229.00 (List Price $299.00)
Geekom A8 Ryzen 9 2TB SSD 32GB RAM Mini Desktop — $721.00 (List Price $849.00)
Fire TV Stick 4K Max Streaming Player With Remote (2023 Model) — $34.99 (List Price $59.99)
Words for puzzles.
NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.
NYT Strands spangram answer todayToday's spangram is Puzzles.
Featured Video For You Strands 101: How to win NYT’s latest word game NYT Strands word list for October 10Maze
Jigsaw
Puzzles
Jumble
Sudoku
Crossword
Cryptogram
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