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SAVE $170: As of June 20, the Apple MacBook Air (M4 chip, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) is on sale for $829 at Amazon. That's down from its usual price of $999.

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Ready to buy a new laptop? A MacBook is always a great option, but some of the MacBook Pro configurations can get a bit pricey. Still, if it's an Apple laptop you're looking for, you might want to try the MacBook Air. Not only can it handle most tasks, but you can get a great discount right now ahead of Prime Day.

As of June 20, get the Apple MacBook Air (M4 chip, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $829 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $999. That's $170 off and a price that we can barely believe.

SEE ALSO: The best MacBooks you can get in 2025: Should you buy an Air or Pro?

This MacBook Air boasts Apple's M4 chip under the hood, which means it can handle a wide variety of tasks without flinching: editing videos, multitasking, and keeping a few apps open at the same time. Designed for Apple Intelligence, it uses a variety of AI-powered tools and other apps to help you get things done quickly and efficiently. Its 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display is no slouch either, with a crisp and colorful screen that looks great with text or graphics.

Whether you're working on presentations or just hanging out and watching your favorite shows and movies, this configuration delivers with its 12MP webcam, triple microphone array, four-speaker system with Spatial Audio support, and lengthy battery life.

There's a lot to love about the MacBook Air already, but you can go ahead and score this deal before Prime Day even lands. So if you're ready to make the upgrade, you'll want to pounce before the discount is no longer available. It likely won't be around for much longer.

The best early Prime Day deals, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

• Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Gen With MagSafe USB-C Charging Case — $169.00 (List Price $249.00)

• Roku Ultra 4K Ultimate Streaming Player (2024 Release) — $99.00

• Apple AirTag (4-Pack) — $74.99 (List Price $99.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Wi-Fi, 40mm, S/M Green) — $199.99 (List Price $299.99)

Google released Android 16 in June this year, far earlier than everyone expected. It's packed with all sorts of new features and visual changes, and its early arrival means your Moto should get Android 16 faster than usual, too. Now that the software is here and betas are starting to roll out, here's what Motorola owners can expect.

SAVE $130: As of June 20, the Apple 2024 Mac Mini (M4 chip, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) is on sale for $469 at Amazon. That's the lowest price we've ever seen.

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Amazon has cut the price of the 2024 Mac Mini once again. As of June 20, the Apple 2024 Mac Mini (M4 chip, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) is on sale for $469 at Amazon. This is the lowest-ever price according to camelcamelcamel.

Something to note is that stock is limited, so this deal will not stick around for long. You've been warned.

SEE ALSO: This gigantic 100-inch Hisense QD7 QLED 4K Smart TV is almost $200 off ahead of Prime Day

Apple's miniaturized desktop computer is full of power and boasts an extraordinarily small footprint. The inclusion of a new 2024 M4 chip means that this Mac Mini can leverage a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU. With blitz-worthy processing speeds and the graphics capabilities needed to play games or 3D model, this desktop computer offers impressive power. The M4 chip is fortified with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.

Get the Apple 2024 Mac Mini for its record-low price before stock vanishes.

In 2002, director Danny Boyle and screenwriter Alex Garland re-imagined zombies with the blockbuster thriller 28 Days Later. Now, they reteam for 28 Years Later, which not only serves as a sequel to their game-changing horror hit, but also kicks off its own trilogy.

In this week's episode of Say More, Entertainment Editor Kristy Puchko sat down with Boyle in Mashable's New York City studio to dig into 28 Years Later and the films that led him here. From critically heralded films like Trainspotting and Slumdog Millionaire to fan favorites like Sunshine or the "big flop" A Life Less Ordinary, Boyle shares what drives him to leap from horror to musicals, and back again.

He also divulges details on how the iPhone 15 Pro Max was used to capture some of 28 Years Later's goriest moments, what this movie has in common with the vampire epic Sinners, and his thoughts on bringing phones into movie theaters. Fans of his more subversive works won't be surprised by his answer.

Ultimately, however, Boyle and Puchko explored the power of art, and how a good redemption in art can be its own form of healing.

Mashable's Say More will have new episodes every Friday, viewable on Mashable and YouTube.

Hunting for your next great watch on Disney+? I've got you covered, with three shows that are ideal to watch over the weekend. Not only are they brilliant, but you can also reasonably start and finish them in a few days.

There are several circles of hell within 28 Years Later, from exterior threats to private pain.

The latter is where Jodie Comer's character, Isla, lives for the duration of Danny Boyle and Alex Garland's latest instalment of the zombie horror franchise, a woman whose illness has gone undiagnosed with the demise of doctors in the Rage Virus-ridden UK. While her son Spike (Alfie Williams) and husband Jamie (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) are all too aware of the dangers surrounding them, Isla seems to live on a different plane of reality through episodes of paranoia, delirium, and confusion.

"She does have her own inner turmoil, but it's also a place where she can kind of escape," Comer told Mashable. "She has this weird naiveté for a lot of the time about the dangers and the severity of the situation, which Spike and Jamie aren't afforded."

SEE ALSO: Review: '28 Years Later' is a triumphant return, one of the scariest films of the year

The family unit of Jamie, Isla, and Spike lies at the heart of the film, with the story divided equally into exploration of fatherhood and motherhood during a 12-year-old boy's coming of age in a zombie apocalypse. But within this family, things are more than strained, with Jamie dealing with loneliness while caring for his wife, Isla slowly disconnecting with reality through immense pain, and Alfie forced into a parent role at a young age.

"It was an interesting thing for me and Alfie to find in the nuance of that dynamic of like, OK, here's your mum but actually you, 90 percent of the time, are having to be the parent, and having to guide and nurture and comfort, when there's a young boy there who actually that's what he needs from his mum," said Comer.

"It was a dynamic that felt unfamiliar to the both of us, I think. And we were lucky because we had two weeks of rehearsal before we started where we could all get together and establish a history."

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Family, found or otherwise, has long anchored the franchise, from the devastating duo of taxi driver Frank (Brendan Gleeson) and his daughter Hannah (Megan Burns) in 28 Days Later to Don (Robert Carlyle) trying to reconnect with his family in 28 Weeks Later. So, Boyle and Garland naturally carried this thread through to the 28 Years Later.

"I think it mirrors the original, I think that's what Danny and Alex do so beautifully," said Comer. "It's like yes, this is a horror genre but then it's so intimate and really about human connection and how we deal when we're faced with adversity, and relationships and emotion, and all that tactile stuff which we can all relate to because we experience it within our own lives. They somehow marry it all together so seamlessly."

28 Years Later is out now in cinemas.

The BMW M2 G87 has been on the scene for a couple of years now, and while the styling still splits opinions, the performance has mostly silenced the critics. Love it or not, this latest rear-wheel-drive coupe from Bavaria has carved out its place in the M lineup with brute force and modern tech.

If you’ve watched The Pitt, you’ve probably noticed how real it feels. Medical professionals have praised its accuracy, but there’s something else making it feel so authentic… and it’s hiding in plain sight. Let's talk about how it hits.

Four and a half years ago, in February 2021, Spotify announced a new streaming tier. Called Spotify HiFi, it was supposed to offer high-quality, lossless audio, getting Spotify up to par with competitors such as Apple Music and Tidal.

However, Spotify HiFi never came. After multiple delays and name changes, Spotify gave us...well, nothing except vague promises that some sort of premium Spotify tier, which would include lossless audio, was still in the works.

SEE ALSO: Spotify takes on YouTube by paying podcasters for video views

Well, now we have some new clues that Spotify is actually working on it. The folks from Spotify customization app Spicetify (via The Verge) have found mentions of "lossless" in parts of user interface of Spotify's desktop app. For example, in the Settings, there's a mention of lossless as one of the streaming quality options, as well as in the sidebar with options for connected devices.

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Additionally, MacRumors analyst Aaron found a lot of mentions of lossless in the latest Spotify beta for iOS.

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As far as actual quality and format, Spotify mentions commonly used FLAC format, with quality being "up to 24-bit/44.1 kHz."

For a primer on lossless audio, check out Mashable's guide; the short version is that it means better-sounding audio if you have equipment (speakers, headphones) that supports it.

So does this mean that lossless is really, truly, actually coming to Spotify? Well, it's a strong hint, but it's worth remembering that mentions of lossless audio were found in Spotify's app back in 2021, and nothing came out of that. Let's hope this time is different.

You’ll hear it called the longest day, the start of summer, or even midsummer. But what is the solstice, really? And why does this one moment affect everything from ancient rituals to your evening sunlight?

SAVE OVER $10: As of June 20, Soundcore Sport X20 earbuds are on sale for $63.99 at Amazon. This is 20% off their list price of $79.99, allowing you to save $16.

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This year's Amazon Prime Day falls on July 8 and runs through July 11, but you don't have to wait for the sale event to kick off to score a good deal. Amazon already has quite a few items on sale that are worth checking out. If you've been looking to get new earbuds, particularly for your workouts, the Soundcore Sport X20 earbuds are on sale at Amazon right now.

These workout earbuds are usually listed for $79.99, but you can score them for 20% off at just $63.99 right now at Amazon. Multiple color options of the Soundcore Sport X20 earbuds are discounted as well, so you can choose between the black, green, or white models.

SEE ALSO: How to sign up for Amazon Prime ahead of Prime Day

No matter where your workouts take you this summer, whether you prefer the gym or going on a run outside, the Soundcore Sport X20 earbuds will stay in place with their helpful adjustable ear hooks. They can be extended and rotated so you can find the best fit. These earbuds also offer noise-cancelation, so you can keep any outside noises from interrupting your music. And with Soundcore's BassUp technology, those songs will sound great blasting in your ears.

The Soundcore Sport X20 earbuds offer a stellar battery life. On a single charge, without noise-canceling enabled, they can last for up to 12 hours (or 48 hours with the charging case). If you use the noise-canceling features, they'll last for up to seven hours on a single charge or 28 with the charging case.

This deal on the Soundcore Sport X20 earbuds may not last for long, as they're currently marked as a limited-time deal. So act fast to pick them up at this price.

If you've got your eyes set on Amazon Prime Day, check out our breakdown of everything you need to know about Amazon Prime Day 2025 to prepare for the massive summer sale event.

The best early Prime Day deals, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

• Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Gen With MagSafe USB-C Charging Case — $169.00 (List Price $249.00)

• Roku Ultra 4K Ultimate Streaming Player (2024 Release) — $99.00

• Apple AirTag (4-Pack) — $74.99 (List Price $99.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Wi-Fi, 40mm, S/M Green) — $199.99 (List Price $299.99)

Danny Boyle and Alex Garland's 28 Years Later is full of terrifying moments, scenes in which the end is extremely f***ing nigh.

However, one scene early in the film takes the cake as Scene Most Likely to Propel Your Heart Into Your Throat. We're talking about Jamie (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) and his son Spike (Alfie Williams) and their encounter with the evolved variant of infected, the Alpha.

SEE ALSO: Should you watch '28 Days Later' and '28 Weeks Later' before '28 Years Later'?

These super-strong male zombies are near-unbeatable, with improved speed, agility, and intelligence over their infected brethren, whom they can command in a single horrible screech. During Spike's first excursion to the mainland, the father and son see a colossal Alpha looming on the horizon, and the next 12 hours are spent battling his legions of infected.

"In the movie, you've gone for an interesting day out," Taylor-Johnson told Mashable. "Father and son have gone out to the mainland, he's going to show him the infected and see who they can hunt and kill, and it gets worse and worse, their situation, so the stakes definitely get very scary."

However, it's the final chase, when Jamie and Spike are on the home stretch, with the tide lowering enough for them to cross the all-important but extremely narrow and long causeway to Holy Island, that the Alpha finally gives chase. Reader, it's one of the most frightening scenes you'll see all year, our protagonists scrambling through shallow water with the thundering Alpha on their heels, and Young Fathers' distressing score sending your heart rate sky high.

"It was very intense. When you watch this movie, my exhaustion as Spike is real," Williams said. "The amount of takes it took was exhausting, wasn't it? I mean, you had to literally drag us through the water."

"Terrifying, because the Alpha's like seven-foot-tall, so his stride would meet our every two," said Taylor-Johnson.

"When we were out in the scene, it felt real, like we were being chased by the Alpha," said Williams.

Hard same.

28 Years Later is out now in cinemas.

TL;DR: Watch Alcaraz vs. Rinderknech in the 2025 Queen's Club Championships for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The 2025 Queen's Club Championships is the perfect opportunity for the best players in the world to prepare for Wimbledon. Fresh from winning the 2025 French Open, Carlos Alcaraz is facing Rinderknech in the quarter final of this competition as he looks to build some momentum before the next Grand Slam.

If you want to watch Alcaraz vs. Rinderknech in the 2025 Queen's Club Championships for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

How to watch Alcaraz vs. Rinderknech for free

Alcaraz vs. Rinderknech in the 2025 Queen's Club Championships is available to live stream for free on BBC iPlayer.

BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These handy tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can unblock BBC iPlayer from anywhere in the world.

Live stream the 2025 Queen's Club Championships by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK

4. Visit BBC iPlayer

5. Watch Alcaraz vs. Rinderknech for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Alcaraz vs. Rinderknech without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch the 2025 Queen's Club Championships before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to the best free streaming sites from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for streaming live sport is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for BBC iPlayer?

ExpressVPN is the best service for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on BBC iPlayer, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including the UK

• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast connection speeds

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $139 and includes an extra four months for free — 61% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for only $12.95 (including money-back guarantee).

Live stream Alcaraz vs. Rinderknech in the 2025 Queen's Club Championships for free with ExpressVPN.

Whether you like stylish animations or dark comedies, Netflix has something for everyone, but sometimes it's a struggle to decide precisely what to watch.

SAVE $50: As of June 20, the Ninja FrostVault 45QT cooler is on sale for $249.99 at Amazon. This is 17% off its list price of $299.99, and marks its lowest-ever price at Amazon.

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The weather is getting warmer, and if you're planning some outdoor adventures, having a cooler nearby with some crisp, cool drinks can make the journeys much better. Thankfully, you don't have to wait for Prime Day to score a good deal on one. The Ninja FrostVault 45QT cooler is still marked down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon.

Usually the Ninja FrostVault 45QT cooler is listed for $299.99, but you can score it for $249.99 right now. This marks a 17% discount, allowing you to save $50. It's worth noting that it's also listed as a limited-time deal right now, so who knows how much longer this deal will stick around. Act fast to pick it up at this low price.

SEE ALSO: Are you 18-24? Get 6 months of Amazon Prime for free ahead of Prime Day.

No matter if you're heading to the beach or out on a camping trip, the Ninja FrostVault is built with durable all-terrain wheels that can handle the journey, alongside up to three-inches of insulation to keep everything inside protected. And as far as storage goes, it can hold up to 68 cans without ice or 40 cans with ice, so you can stay stocked up on plenty of drinks for yourself and some friends this summer.

Why wait for Prime Day to score a nice deal? This discount on the Ninja FrostVault 45QT cooler is worth taking advantage of.

If you're looking forward to more deals from Amazon Prime Day itself, mark your calendar for July 8 through July 11. And if you're looking to sign up to be a Prime member to join in on the fun, check out our guide on how to sign up for Amazon Prime ahead of Prime Day to get started.

The best early Prime Day deals, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

• Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Gen With MagSafe USB-C Charging Case — $169.00 (List Price $249.00)

• Roku Ultra 4K Ultimate Streaming Player (2024 Release) — $99.00

• Apple AirTag (4-Pack) — $74.99 (List Price $99.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Wi-Fi, 40mm, S/M Green) — $199.99 (List Price $299.99)

SAVE $199.90: As of June 20, the 100-inch Hisense QD7 QLED 4K Smart TV is on sale for $1,598 at Amazon. That's 11% off its list price of $1,797.90.

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Amazon Prime Day is right around the corner, and if you've been looking to score a new TV from the sale event, the good news is you don't have to wait. There are some excellent TV deals already available at Amazon. If you've been looking for a massive upgrade, this 100-inch Hisense QD7 QLED 4K Smart TV is definitely worth checking out.

At the moment, the 100-inch Hisense QD7 QLED 4K Smart TV is enjoying an 11% discount from its list price of $1,797.90, down to $1,598. That allows you to save almost $200. This is also incredibly close to its lowest-ever price of $1,597.99.

SEE ALSO: Are you 18-24? Get 6 months of Amazon Prime for free ahead of Prime Day.

Its huge 100-inch screen is sure to make movie night memorable. That's not all this Hisense QD7 TV has going for it, though. It boasts a QLED display with 4K resolution that'll make images on your screen look sharp and colorful. To top all that off, you also get Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos to further enhance the images and sounds for an all-around immersive experience.

And if you're big into streaming services to watch all of your favorite shows and movies, it's also a Google smart TV. With this you can have all of your favorite streaming apps in one place, which is a nice bonus.

It's currently listed as a limited-time deal, so act fast to save on the 100-inch Hisense QD7 QLED 4K Smart TV at Amazon.

If you're looking for more TV deals, it's worth marking your calendars for Amazon Prime Day, which runs from July 8 through July 11. If you're not a Prime member yet, have a look at our guide on how to sign up for Amazon Prime ahead of Prime Day.

The best early Prime Day deals, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

• Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Gen With MagSafe USB-C Charging Case — $169.00 (List Price $249.00)

• Roku Ultra 4K Ultimate Streaming Player (2024 Release) — $99.00

• Apple AirTag (4-Pack) — $74.99 (List Price $99.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Wi-Fi, 40mm, S/M Green) — $199.99 (List Price $299.99)

SAVE $100: As of June 20, the Apple Studio Display is on sale for $1,899.99 at Amazon. That's a 5% saving on the list price.

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Prime Day deals are a great excuse to upgrade your tech, especially if you're in need of some better-quality computer equipment. And lucky for us, this year's event dates have finally been confirmed, and there's not long to wait. But if you're looking to upgrade now, Amazon currently has a great deal on the Apple Studio Display.

As of June 20, this monitor is $100 off, now priced at $1,899. This is for the tilt and height-adjustable stand and standard glass screen.

SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about Amazon Prime Day 2025: Dates and deals

This is a seriously high-quality screen; it boasts a 27-inch 5K Retina display with 600 nits of brightness, P3 wide color, and support for a billion colors, so everything you do will look really sharp and vibrant. It’s got a 12MP Ultra Wide camera with Apple's Center Stage, meaning your video calls stay focused on you, even if you move around.

The three-mic system is also worth shouting about, ensuring your voice comes through loud and clear, and the six-speaker sound system with Spatial Audio delivers an immersive listening experience. Perfect for long calls or meetings, or watching movies and TV.

Connectivity-wise, you get one Thunderbolt 3 port and three USB-C ports, plus 96W of power delivery to keep your MacBook charged. And for added comfort, there’s an optional stand that lets you adjust both tilt and height.

Shop this deal at Amazon (note the lowest price in 30 days stamp — bargain).

The best early Prime Day deals, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

• Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Gen With MagSafe USB-C Charging Case — $169.00 (List Price $249.00)

• Roku Ultra 4K Ultimate Streaming Player (2024 Release) — $99.00

• Apple AirTag (4-Pack) — $74.99 (List Price $99.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Wi-Fi, 40mm, S/M Green) — $199.99 (List Price $299.99)

SAVE $12: As of June 20, the Waterpik Cordless Pulse is on sale for $35.99 at Amazon. That's a 25% saving on the list price.

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Prime Day discounts are only a few weeks away, and it truly is one of the hottest sales events of the year. If you can't quite wait until the official sale kicks off, Amazon has some fantastic Daily Deals for you to check out. Like this latest on the Waterpik Cordless water flosser.

A water dental flosser is a great way to remove plaque and debris from hard-to-reach areas between teeth and along the gum line. And as of June 20, you save 25% with the new price of $35.99.

SEE ALSO: Get the best early Prime Day deal on the Amazon Fire TV 4-Series

This is a great all-rounder water flosser, featuring multiple pressure settings to adjust to your personal dental needs. The battery is rechargeable, and it has a portable design, so it's handy for travel and use on the go. It can even be used in the shower. And it has been approved by the American Dental Association (ADA) for safety and effectiveness.

It works by using PrecisionPulse technology to deliver a combination of water pressure and pulsations, removing plaque and bacteria from the teeth and gums. This helps reduce the risk of issues such as gingivitis, cavities, and bad breath.

Get this early Prime Day deal at Amazon now.

The best early Prime Day deals, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

• Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Gen With MagSafe USB-C Charging Case — $169.00 (List Price $249.00)

• Roku Ultra 4K Ultimate Streaming Player (2024 Release) — $99.00

• Apple AirTag (4-Pack) — $74.99 (List Price $99.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Wi-Fi, 40mm, S/M Green) — $199.99 (List Price $299.99)

Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games 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 today'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 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.

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Each 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.

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.

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Players 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 June 20 Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

• Yellow: Needed for patchwork

• Green: Videography

• Blue: WWE legends

• Purple: They're made of the same material

Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections categories

Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:

• Yellow: Items in a sewing kit

• Green: Capture on video

• Blue: Pro wrestling icons, with "The"

• Purple: Wax ___

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 #740 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Items in a sewing kit: BUTTON, NEEDLE, SCISSORS, THREAD

• Capture on video: FILM, RECORD, SHOOT, TAPE

• Pro wrestling icons, with "The": HITMAN, ROCK, SNAKE, UNDERTAKER

• Wax ___: MUSEUM, PAPER, POETIC, SEAL

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.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for June 20

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

If 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 today's Connections.

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 Mashable

By 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 preferrined pace.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for June 20 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for June 20 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Just a dusting

The words are substance-related.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words are types of dust.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.

NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is Powders

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• Baby

• Cocoa

• Chili

• Baking

• Powders

• Blasting

• Itching

• Talcum

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