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NYT Strands hints, answers for October 10

Thu, 10/10/2024 - 09:26

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 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 it

These words are can be fun or frustrating or both.

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Prime Day deals you can shop right now Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

Words for puzzles.

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 Puzzles.

Featured Video For You Strands 101: How to win NYT’s latest word game NYT Strands word list for October 10

  • Maze

  • Jigsaw

  • Puzzles

  • Jumble

  • Sudoku

  • Crossword

  • Cryptogram

SEE ALSO: Hurdle hints and answers for October 10 SEE ALSO: Mini crossword answers for October 10

Looking for other daily online games? Mashable's Games page has more hints, and 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 yesterday's Strands.

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Get a lifetime subscription to the Headway speed reading app for £34.43

Thu, 10/10/2024 - 05:00

TL;DR: Until 27 October, you can get a lifetime subscription to Headway Premium for £34.43 by using the discount code HEADWAY at the Mashable Shop.

Whether you're shopping for yourself or a loved one, why not consider a gift that encourages personal growth? The Headway app is all about learning and self-growth. The app breaks down bestselling nonfiction titles into 15-minute summaries to highlight the important points.

A lifetime subscription to Headway Premium is on sale for one user for just £34.43 (reg. £229.54) until 27 October. To take advantage fo this lifetime deal, head to the Mashable Shop and enter the discount code HEADWAY during checkout.

As a good alternative to scrolling the day away, users can choose from a wide variety of topics, including health, nutrition, finances, real estate, self-help, and more. There are more than 1,500 different summaries to choose from, and up to 50 more are added monthly. A very helpful feature allows you to get personalised book recommendations according to your goals and preferences.

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While this won't replace reading the actual book, it can clarify some of the more important points and let you know if it's something you'd like to know more about. Plus, you can choose to learn by reading, listening, or watching, which can keep things interesting. You can even listen to Headway summaries while you drive to work and turn non-productive time into learning.

To get this deal, sign up for Headway Premium at the Mashable Shop until 27 October at 11:59 p.m. PT.

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Here's how to get the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses for less on Prime Day

Thu, 10/10/2024 - 00:44

Save $60: By opting for refurbished Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, you can grab them for just $239 instead of the $299 they'd be brand new. This price isn't Prime Day-specific, but for anyone who was hoping to see these glasses go on sale during Prime Day, it's the best "deal" you can get.

Opens in a new window Credit: Meta Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses (Refurbished) $239.99 at Amazon
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Considering there are well over 300 deals we think are worth checking out, it can certainly feel like anything and everything goes on sale during Prime Day. However, if you were waiting for Prime Big Deal Days to cut on the price down on the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, you may be disappointed.

SEE ALSO: The best Amazon Prime Day deals under $10: Neutrogena beauty products, Amazon Basics smart home gadgets, and more

Unless, of course, you're open to buying refurbished. Compared to the $299 list price of the glasses, refurbished Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses start at $239. Though they're not technically on sale, nor at a price unique to Prime Day, it is a way to grab the glasses for slightly cheaper.

For those unfamiliar, these smart glasses are designed to be a stylish wearable that gives you easy access to a camera, texts, calls, music, and an AI assistant without ever having to use your phone. When she tested them after their release, Mashable tech editor Kim Gedeon was impressed by their sound quality and general hands-free experience.

SEE ALSO: Ray-Ban Meta Glasses can be used to dox strangers via facial recognition, according to Harvard students. Here's how to protect yourself.

She did find the AI to be simple (though she wasn't able to test it after it was updated in 2023) and the battery life to be so-so, but if those cons are easier to swallow at $239, buying refurbished is the way to go.

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This is your last chance to get super cheap SSDs and hard drives at Amazon

Thu, 10/10/2024 - 00:35
Top deals on external hard drives at Amazon: Best for most people Extreme Portable SSD 1TB $85.49 at Amazon (save $44.50) Get Deal Best Samsung drive T9 Portable SSD 4TB $299.99 at Amazon (save $250) Get Deal Best Western Digital drive My Passport SSD 2TB $129.99 at Amazon (save $70) Get Deal Best hard drive for gaming P10 Game Drive 4TB $94.99 at Amazon (save $45) Get Deal The Pro Pick Rugged Mini HDD 2TB $79.99 at Amazon (save $20) Get Deal

Prime Big Deal Days, which everyone is calling October Prime Day, ends at midnight PT on Oct. 9. And in the waning hours of the sale, we're counting down the best Prime Day deals on hard drives. Why hard drives?

See, you can always count on certain Prime Day deals to come back again and again. Echo devices and Roombas are always going to go on sale. Then you have niche products like Tushy bidets. However, there's another category you might not expect: memory products. We're talking about external hard drives, SD cards, and SSDs, all of which see huge discounts during events like Prime Day and Black Friday.

Smart shoppers know that to make the most of these sales, you sometimes have to skip over the trendy new products. It's often better to stock up on household staples and necessities for work. Thus, hard drives.

SEE ALSO: 300+ Amazon Prime Day deals: Just a few hours left to shop Roomba, Apple, Dyson, and other top brands

Need a new hard drive for gaming? WD_Black and Seagate have deals on their external hard drives for PC gamers and Xbox players. Need to back up your portfolio? SanDisk and Samsung have discounted their SSD drives by as much as 45% for October Prime Day. And if you need a massive external hard drive for work, you can find big 16GB drives on sale. Video editors can even find a very rare markdown on LaCie Rugged hard drives, just in case the other 50 you own are full.

Read on to find all the best Prime Day deals on hard drives, whether you need an HDD, SDD, or don't know the difference. (SSD stands for solid state drive, and due to the lack of moving parts, they tend to be more reliable, faster, and produce less heat.) You'll also want to prioritize devices with fast speeds so you're not waiting all day for uploads.

The Best Deal on Hard Drives: Samsung T9 Portable SSD 4TB Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung T9 Portable SSD 4TB $299.99 at Amazon
$549.99 Save $250.00 Get Deal Why we like it

This solid state drive has 4TB of storage space. You can also depend on its 2,000MB/s read and write speeds for fast transfers. Unless you're a video editor, 4TB is a lot of space, and this could be the last hard drive you need to buy for a really long time. Not only will this portable drive stay cool compared to HDD products, but Samsung designed this to work seamlessly with iPhones, which means no more low storage warnings.

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The best Amazon Prime Day deals under $10: Neutrogena beauty products, Amazon Basics smart home gadgets, and more

Thu, 10/10/2024 - 00:10
Best Prime Day deals under $10: Best Prime Day smart bulb deal under $10 Amazon Basics Smart A19 LED Light Bulb 6.39 (12.99) Get Deal Best Prime Day smart light switch deal under $10 TP-Link Tapo Smart Light Switch 8.99 (19.99) Get Deal Best Prime Day beauty deal under $10 Neutrogena Invisible Daily Defense Face Sunscreen + Hydrating Serum 9.56 (21.32) Get Deal Best household essentials deal under $10 Arm & Hammer Power Sheets Laundry Detergent 7.12 (14.99) Get Deal

Amazon Prime Day is nearly over, but there are still deals to take advantage of. If you're not looking to splurge on a new laptop, pair of headphones, or a robot vacuum during Prime Big Deal Days this year, why not save some cash on essentials you'd probably buy anyway? From phone chargers to smart home gadgets to beauty products, these are the best October Prime Day deals under $10.

SEE ALSO: Shop Soundcore, Blink, and more under $25 this October Prime Day Best deal under $10 Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Basics Smart A19 LED Light Bulb $12.99 at Amazon
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If you're looking to start building out a smart home, a cheap smart bulb is a good way to test out the waters. Though you can use it with Amazon Echo devices and other smart home hubs and speakers, you don't need to have one to use this sub-$7 bulb. Just use the Alexa app on your phone, and you can use voice control to turn your lights on and off, change the color of your lighting, and more.

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'The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power' cast reacts to the shocking Galadriel and Elrond kiss and the season 2 finale

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 23:52
Elrond kissing Galadriel in Rings of Power Season 2 was a massive internet moment. We got the cast to react and give their read on what was actually going on in Middle Earth.
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Elon Musk's X will no longer pay creators based on ads but on engagement

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 23:06

X, the Elon Musk-owned platform formerly known as Twitter, is making big changes to its Creator Revenue Sharing Program.

On Wednesday, the social media company announced that it would now start paying monetized creators on X based on engagement from X Premium users. The change will go into effect November 8, according to an X Help Center document.

SEE ALSO: Elon Musk's weirdest weekend, explained

X Premium users are those who pay for X's paid subscription service, which starts at $8 per month. Users can tell if an account is subscribed to X Premium as subscribed accounts have the verified blue checkmark badge next to their username.

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Under the previous monetization system, monetized users on X were paid based on how many ads were served to X Premium users in the replies to their content.

With the new monetization system, X Premium users continue to be the only monetizable audience. However, the number of ads they view no longer has any relevance. In fact, users can now get paid for content that lacks advertisements entirely. 

Revenue will be dependent on how many X Premium users reply to, repost, and like a user's content.

What these changes to the X Creator Revenue Sharing Program mean

According to X, monetized users should see higher payouts as a result of the change

The company claims that X Premium, which has long struggled to gain subscribers since its inception shortly after Musk took over the company, is growing.

"The more Premium subscriptions overall, the more revenue you earn," the company said in a post from the official X account.

It appears with this change, X is trying to put focus on growing revenue via X Premium subscriptions instead of through its dwindling advertising sales. X previously reported that its revenue fell by nearly 40 percent due to advertisers fleeing the company.

However, this monetization change will likely bring a change to the culture of the platform too. Since X launched its monetization program, X has already seen changes to the platform as users have noticed many monetized accounts often post controversial content simply to cause outrage. This sort of clickbait brings many eyeballs to the content – and the advertising on it. This would lead to large payouts for these creators.

But previously, X didn't monetize certain types of content that were deemed unfriendly to advertisers, such as pornography and depictions of violence. Now that ads will have no bearing on creator monetization revenue, it could be "anything goes" for the type of clickbait that flourishes on X.

Mashable reached out to X about the potential effects on content, and we will update if we hear back.

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The Prime Day GrubHub deal ends today

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 22:50

Save 50%: Prime members can get 50% off a GrubHub order of at least $20 for Prime Day through today, Oct. 9.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Half-off Grubhub order Get 50% off any Grubhub order of at least $20. Get Deal

Prime Day might be the perfect time to get delivery for dinner. That's because Grubhub has a Prime Day deal for 50% off any order of at least $20.

Let's be real, it's difficult to keep a delivery order under 20 bucks these days — you'll get to that number pretty easily.

SEE ALSO: Live Blog: The latest news on October Prime Day 2024

All you have to do to redeem the deal is enter the code "PRIME50" when you checkout on the Amazon app, Grubhub app, or Amazon website. You do need to be a Grubhub+ member, but anyone with Amazon Prime can get Grubhub+ for free. That's a deal in and of itself because Grubhub+ members get access to $0 delivery fees, special deals, and perks like credits earned over time.

The deal from Grubhub runs through Wednesday, Oct. 9. So go ahead and put away the pots and pans — your favorite delivery restaurant just got a whole heck of a lot cheaper for tonight's dinner.

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California police department buys Cybertruck to keep kids off drugs

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 22:49

Sure, Tesla's Cybertruck looks something a person using hallucinogens might imagine. But a police department in California is actually counting on it to keep kids off drugs — imagine that.

Irvine, a city of some 300,000 in Orange County, purchased a tricked-out Cybertruck for its police department. After the installation of emergency equipment, it ran the department a cool $153,175.03, NBC News reported.

SEE ALSO: Elon Musk's weirdest weekend, explained

If you ever find yourself in Irvine, don't worry about the Cybertruck pulling you over, however. The police department said it will mostly be used for its Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program.

Wrote the Irvine Police Department on Facebook:

"The Irvine Police Department (IPD) is excited to unveil what we believe is the first police Tesla Cybertruck in the nation. The truck will support our Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program and community outreach efforts. While the fully equipped vehicle won't be used as a patrol car, it can respond to emergencies and assist the community when needed. For over three decades, our DARE officers have driven attention-grabbing and one-of-a-kind vehicles that never fail to turn heads and excite students. IPD believes in the continual education of students and is one of only two DARE programs in the entire state."

The department also put out a flashy video showing off their new toy, complete with lightning bolt visual effects.

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It's certainly...a choice...to purchase a Cybertruck for your DARE program. The Minecraft-esque truck has nearly too many recalls to count. It also has the potential to cut off your finger or simply fall apart.

The CEO of the company that makes it has apparently caused multiple crises within his company relating to his own alleged drug use. But apparently a DARE Cybertruck might help keep kids from abusing drugs themselves.

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Hurricane Milton live cams: See Tampa Bay webcams as landfall nears

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 22:33

Another storm has rapidly intensified. This time, it's Hurricane Milton.

The hurricane is projected to make landfall on the west coast of the Florida peninsula on Wednesday night or early Thursday, and is tracking towards the well-populated Tampa Bay region, or areas just south. The hurricane jumped from a Category 1 to 5 in under a day.

For those in the Tampa area or interested in the storm's impacts there, you can watch on the webcams below.

This hurricane will undoubtedly be life-threatening. "Prepare for MAJOR impacts from storm surge, hurricane winds, & flooding rainfall far from the center," the National Weather Service's Tampa Bay office posted online. Watch for guidance from local National Weather Service offices and other relevant agencies for updates and evacuation information.

SEE ALSO: Why it's impossible to forecast the weather too far into the future

Though a number of factors influence the formation of strong hurricanes (opposing winds that can break apart storms, moist or dry air, etc.), a vital influence is warm sea surface temperatures of over 80 degrees Fahrenheit (27 degrees Celsius). Warm oceans act as jet fuel for hurricanes, storm scientists explain. That's because warmer oceans fuel tropical storms as more water naturally evaporates into the air, giving storms energy and moisture to intensify. Crucially, the oceans, which absorb most of the heat created by burning fossil fuels, are relentlessly warming.

Today, Atlantic hurricanes are already twice as likely to develop from a milder storm into a major hurricane.

Tweet may have been deleted Tweet may have been deleted Tampa Bay Riverfront webcam Siesta Key Beach (off the coast of Sarasota)

(You may need to click the video to watch it on YouTube.)

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And remember, as you're watching the slightly shifting track updates of Hurricane Milton, the track forecast cone is not an impacts cone. Other regions will see extreme deluges of rain, surge, and flooding.

Featured Video For You Land, air, and space footage captures the surging Hurricane Milton
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I've tested the Dyson Airwrap, and this Prime Day Airwrap deal is worth getting

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 22:30
Dyson Airwrap deals for October Prime Day 2024 Best for buying new Dyson Airwrap Complete Long for straight and wavy hair $499.99 at Amazon (Save $100) Get Deal Best for the cheapest Airwrap Refurbished Dyson Airwrap Complete Long for straight and wavy hair $399.99 at Best Buy (Save $200) Get Deal Best for curly hair Shark FlexStyle for all hair types $239.99 at Amazon (Save $80) Get Deal

As Mashable's shopping reporter on the beauty tech beat, I've made it no secret that I think the Dyson Airwrap — versatile multi-styler though it may be — is overpriced. While nine times out of ten I recommend opting for an Airwrap alternative, a good Airwrap deal does change things, and for Prime Day, Amazon has delivered exactly that.

SEE ALSO: Get $100 off the Dyson Airwrap, plus other top October Prime Day Dyson deals

During October Prime Day, the Dyson Airwrap Complete Long has fallen to a $499.99 price tag, which is $100 less, or a 17% savings on its list price of $599.99. This deal is only available on the version for straight and wavy hair (so no diffuser or wide tooth comb), and at the time of writing, is the only deal available from any retailer on a new Airwrap. It's also the second lowest price we've ever seen on this tool, only beat by the record-low price of $479.99.

SEE ALSO: Get the Dyson Supersonic Origin hair dryer for $100 off

Included with the Complete Long is a round brush, a Coanda smoothing dryer, a firm smoothing brush, a soft smoothing brush, and 1.2-inch and 1.6-inch curling barrels. The last two attachments are what made the Airwrap go viral, and admittedly, they are the most fun to use. Unlike every Airwrap dupe out there, these barrels can change curl direction with the rotating cool tip that sits at the top of them. While I had trouble getting the curls to last, this Airwrap does excel at producing shiny, voluminous waves.

Dyson Airwrap Complete Long for straight and wavy hair $499.99 at Amazon
$599.99 Save $100.00 Get Deal

If you're looking to get the Airwrap at the lowest possible price point, this Amazon deal isn't actually your only option. The exact same Airwrap is available, but refurbished, at Best Buy for $399.99, knocking $200 off the full price of a new Airwrap.

Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Airwrap Complete Long (refurbished) $399.99 at Amazon
$599.99 Save $200.00 Get Deal

Finally, if you like styling your curly hair natural, and are less into the idea of buying the diffuser attachment separately for $39.99, the Shark FlexStyle system for all hair types, including two curling barrels, a diffuser, a styling concentrator, and two round brushes is on sale for $239.99, down from $319.99. Though you will have to switch curling barrels to switch your curl direction, I really enjoyed the Shark diffuser for my waves, and found that the twisting mechanism on the base allowed for precise styling with that attachment.

Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark FlexStyle for all hair types $239.99 at Amazon
$319.99 Save $80.00 Get Deal
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Amazon Prime Day gaming laptop deals: Alienware M16 R2 and Acer Nitro V at record lows

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 21:48

UPDATE: Oct. 9, 2024, 4:12 p.m. EDT This post has been updated with the latest gaming laptop deals live during Prime Day.

A glance at the best Prime Big Deal Days gaming laptop deals Best gaming laptop deal under $1,000 Acer Nitro 16 (AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $799.99 at Amazon (save $200) Get Deal Best premium gaming laptop deal Acer Predator Triton Neo 16 (Intel Core Ultra 9 185H, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,499.99 at Amazon 🔥 (save $400) Get Deal

LIVE BLOG: Get the latest news on October Prime Day 2024

Best Buy is typically a much bigger threat than Amazon when it comes to laptop deals, including gaming ones. But during any Prime event, like Prime Big Deal Days (happening Oct. 8 and 9), there are definitely a few solid options to choose from. These include several Acer Nitro models and our favorite overall gaming laptop, the Alienware M16 R2, down to a new record-low price according to Amazon price history tracker Camelcamelcamel.

SEE ALSO: 'Metaphor: ReFantazio' review in progress: The 'Final Fantasy XV' I've always wanted

We'll be tracking the best gaming laptop deals at Amazon throughout the end of October Prime Day, though we'd definitely recommend taking a peek at Best Buy's conveniently-timed 48-hour Flash Sale before making your final move on your gaming laptop purchase.

Note: All newly added deals are marked with a ✨, while deals with a 🔥 have dropped to an all-time low price. Deals with a strikeout were either sold out or expired at the time of writing.

Best October Prime Day gaming laptop deal Our pick: Acer Nitro 16 (AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $799.99 at Amazon
$999.99 Save $200.00 Get Deal Why we like it

"The Nitro 16 is a big-screened budget gaming laptop that's equipped with an AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS CPU from early 2023, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 graphics, a flashy RGB backlit keyboard, and a 165Hz display. Its measly 8GB of memory is a drawback, but that's totally workable if you only plan on playing lower-end games like Fortnite and Minecraft. (Otherwise, you can put your savings towards a memory upgrade.)" — Haley Henschel, Senior Shopping Reporter

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Amazon Prime Day Book deals: Score Kindle books, paperbacks, and hardcovers

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 21:44

LIVE BLOG: The latest news on October Prime Day 2024

UPDATE: Oct. 8, 2024, 6:45 a.m. EDT This post has been updated with the latest Amazon book deals on Prime Big Deal Days.

The best Prime Day book deals at a glance: Best book deal overall 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear $9.33 at Amazon (save $17.67 with on-page coupon) Get Deal Best book bundle deal Dr. Seuss’s Beginner Book Boxed Set Collection $26.47 at Amazon (save $23.48) Get Deal Best Kindle deal 'Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals' by Oliver Burkeman $2.99 at Amazon (save $17) Get Deal

Prime Day is here yet again — the bi-annual shopping event (this time known as Prime Big Deal Days) is coming up on Oct. 8 and 9, and Amazon’s already offering discounts on countless products across all categories. One category you might not expect to see a lot of deals on is books, but that's exactly what we're seeing on Amazon's website right now. (Amazon did start as an online bookstore, so it kind of makes sense.)

We’ve found tons of book titles from a wide variety of genres that are currently on sale, from bestselling novels to nonfiction and children's books. Kindle and e-book editions are up to 80% off their typical list prices, while hardcover and paperback books are seeing discounts of up to 50% off.

Here are some of the best book deals that captured our attention, but make sure to check back as we're updating our stories constantly during the event.

Best book deal overall Opens in a new window Credit: Avery 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear $9.33 at Amazon
$27.00 Save $17.67 with on-page coupon Get Deal Why we like it

If you’re not into self-help books, James Clear’s Atomic Habits might not be on your radar. But this is one of the best nonfiction titles to come out within the past few years, and it's currently 65% off in hardcover — thanks to a new on-page coupon.

This book is all about teaching yourself to build good habits, break bad ones, and generally become more focused, productive, and successful in your daily life. And at less than $10 for the hardcover, it’s a steal.

Best book bundle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Random House Books for Young Readers Dr. Seuss’s Beginner Book Boxed Set Collection: 'The Cat in the Hat'; 'One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish'; 'Green Eggs and Ham'; 'Hop on Pop'; 'Fox in Socks' $26.47 at Amazon
$49.95 Save $23.48 Get Deal Why we like it

Whether you have kids or you’re an adult who’s looking to add another classic book series to your collection, the Dr. Seuss’s Beginner Book Boxed Set Collection: The Cat in the Hat; One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish; Green Eggs and Ham; Hop on Pop; Fox in Socks is on sale for just $26.47.

That’s five iconic Dr. Seuss books for less than $30, which is an awesome deal considering each of these books typically sells for around $9 to $12 individually.

This book set is the perfect gift for new parents, birthdays, holidays, or just to add to the family home library.

Best Kindle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Farrar, Straus and Giroux 'Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals' by Oliver Burkeman $2.99 at Amazon
$19.99 Save $17.00 Get Deal Why we like it

If you’ve ever mumbled that 24 hours just wasn’t enough time in a day, Oliver Burkeman’s Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals — currently 84% off the Kindle edition price — might be just the book for you.

This book has a ton of “life hacks” that can help you prioritize your time and figure out what's really worth doing — it's kind of an anti-productivity productivity book. If you're overwhelmed by the constant demands on your time and attention, this e-book promises to help you take back control and get more done.

You can get it for free with a Kindle Unlimited subscription, or pay just $2.99 to own it outright.

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At 20% off, the Ninja Creami is worth starting an ice cream shop for

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 21:29

SAVE $40: The viral Ninja Creami ice cream maker is down to $159.99 during Amazon's fall Prime Day sale. That's a 20% drop from its $199.99 price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon / Ninja Ninja Creami $159.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $40.00 Get Deal

The Ninja Creami is currently on sale for 20% off during Amazon Prime Day, dropping its price from $199 to $159. If you've been waiting to try your hand at homemade ice cream, now’s your chance to snag this popular kitchen gadget at a discount.

SEE ALSO: 35+ kitchen deals to shop this October Prime Day: Ninja Foodi, Instant Pot, Vitamix, and more

Described by Mashable Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino as "fun to use" and perfect for anyone who loves planning their weekly pints, the Ninja Creami brings the adventure of ice cream-making right into your kitchen. With it, you can experiment with different flavors, catering to dietary preferences or restrictions.

However, if you're expecting the rich, creamy texture of premium store-bought ice cream, the Creami may not quite hit the mark. While it’s a delightful experience for ice cream enthusiasts, it doesn't deliver the same velvety results or complex mix-ins you’d find in a pint of Ben & Jerry’s.

At its original price, it’s equivalent to "about 29 pints of Ben & Jerry's ice cream," so it’ll take a while to recoup the cost. But for those who make several pints a week and love customizing their treats, it could be worth the investment. At $159, it's an appealing deal for anyone ready to turn their kitchen into a mini ice cream shop this Prime Day.

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I’m a home baker and these are the deals worth buying for your kitchen this Prime Day

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 21:17

Like many people, I picked up a new hobby in 2020. I bought a pie-making kit from a local pie shop, and since then, my fridge has been full of butter sticks. I make my own birthday cake every year and a cake for all my friends’ important life events. I pray for bananas to turn brown so I can mush them up into some chocolate chip banana bread. And I can’t let a summer go by without whipping up a strawberry-blueberry pie.

A little sweet treat for your eyes. Credit: Miller Kern / Mashable SEE ALSO: Last chance to shop more than 300 Amazon Prime Day deals selected by our experts

When I first started out, it was me and my Hamilton Beach hand mixer against the world. Since baking has become a more regular pastime for me, I’ve invested in more tools to help me make the best goodies possible. And let me tell you, my bank account has taken a hit.

LIVE BLOG: The latest news on October Prime Day 2024

If you’re an amateur baker just getting started or you have plenty of experience but just need some upgrades to your kitchen tools, Amazon’s Prime Day is a great time to stock up on baking needs. Below are some of the best deals on products I’d actually recommend adding to your kitchen.

Best stand mixer deal Opens in a new window Credit: KitchenAid KitchenAid Artisan series 5-quart tilt head stand mixer $349.95 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $100.04 Get Deal

I was strictly using a hand mixer up until last month when I acquired my grandma's old KitchenAid stand mixer. So far, I've only made a batch of pumpkin bread in it, but I can already tell you I'm not going back to manual mixing. You could cheap out and opt for a more budget-friendly brand, but I've tried non-KitchenAid stand mixers and this is one area I'll tell you is worth the splurge. The Artisan series 5-quart tilt-head mixer is down to $349.95 during Prime Big Deal Days, which is a $100 price cut. The smaller 3.5-quart Artisan Mini is on sale for $249.99.

There are tons of fun colors to choose from, and I've got my eye on the lavender cream one if I ever need to upgrade.

Best hand mixer deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hamilton Beach Hamilton Beach Professional five-speed hand mixer $28.49 at Amazon
$37.99 Save $9.50 Get Deal

I personally use the Hamilton Beach mixer with the easy-clean beaters, but if you want a professional-grade hand mixer, this Prime Day deal is a good one to snag. I know I just said I'm not going back to manual mixing, but a hand mixer really is an invaluable tool to have in your kitchen. It's much cheaper than a KitchenAid stand mixer and is super versatile to aid in making cookie dough, cake batter, whipped cream, mashed potatoes, or even shredding chicken.

Best bakeware deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Basics Amazon Basics six-piece carbon steel bakeware $13.89 at Amazon
$27.99 Save $14.10 Get Deal

A pan or sheet is arguably the most important baking tool you need — I mean, without it you just have a bowl of batter or dough. This six-piece set of Amazon Basics bakeware is super cheap for what you get. But hurry, because this lightning deal might sell out. The set includes a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan, two round 9-inch cake pans, a 12-cup muffin pan, a 13 x 9-inch roast pan, and a 13 x 9-inch baking sheet. This is truly everything you need to get started in the kitchen.

Best food scale deal Opens in a new window Credit: Etekcity Etekcity food kitchen scale $9.99 at Amazon
$13.90 Save $3.91 Get Deal

I'm definitely guilty of just trusting my measuring cups, but hardcore bakers will tell you a food scale is absolutely necessary to get the best bakes. I bought a dinky little pink food scale from a random brand on Amazon and the battery life was abysmal. Don't be like me. Instead, go with the trusted brand Etekcity and score the stainless steel scale for 29% off.

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Dyson's hair dryer is $100 off for Amazon Prime Day

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 21:08

SAVE $100: As of Oct. 9, the Dyson Supersonic hair dryer is on sale for $329.99 on Amazon. That's a savings of $100 from its normal list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson/Amazon Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer $329.99
$429.99 Save $100.00 Get Deal

If you've been in need of a swanky new hair dryer, Amazon's October Prime Day is a great opportunity to fix that.

SEE ALSO: More than 300 Amazon Prime Day deals: Shop Roomba, Apple, Dyson, and other top brands before the sale ends tonight

Amidst all of the great early deals is a nice bit of savings on Dyson's Supersonic hair dryer. A staple of beauty YouTubers and TikTokers, this hair dryer comes with several magnetic attachments for different methods of hair styling. Whether you're going straight and simple or you have curls, this hair dryer should serve your needs.

Mashable reviewer Bethany Allard noted in her review that the Supersonic is quieter than the competition, fast-working, and light. Swapping magnetic attachments is a breeze and, most importantly, it doesn't damage your hair. Her main criticism was the high default asking price, but with this Prime Day deal, that isn't a problem.

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The Dyson hair dryer is $100 off for Amazon Prime Day

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 21:05

SAVE $100: As of Oct. 9, the Dyson Supersonic hair dryer is on sale for $329.99 on Amazon. That's a savings of $100 from its normal list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson/Amazon Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer $329.99
$429.99 Save $100.00 Get Deal

If you've been in need of a swanky new hair dryer, Amazon's October Prime Day is a great opportunity to fix that.

SEE ALSO: More than 300 Amazon Prime Day deals: Shop Roomba, Apple, Dyson, and other top brands before the sale ends tonight

Amidst all of the great early deals is a nice bit of savings on Dyson's Supersonic hair dryer. A staple of beauty YouTubers and TikTokers, this hair dryer comes with several magnetic attachments for different methods of hair styling. Whether you're going straight and simple or you have curls, this hair dryer should serve your needs.

Mashable reviewer Bethany Allard noted in her review that the Supersonic is quieter than the competition, fast-working, and light. Swapping magnetic attachments is a breeze and, most importantly, it doesn't damage your hair. Her main criticism was the high default asking price, but with this Prime Day deal, that isn't a problem.

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Get $100 off the Dyson Airwrap, plus other top October Prime Day Dyson deals

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 21:04
October Prime Day Dyson deals: Best vacuum deal Dyson V8 Plus cordless vacuum $419 at Amazon (save $50.99) Get Deal Best air treatment deal Dyson Hot+Cool (AM09) $299.23 at Amazon (with Prime) (save $170.76) Get Deal Best hair care deal Dyson Airwrap $499.99 at Amazon (with Prime) (save $100 ) Get Deal

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Prime Day is the time to score a deal on a vacuum or other high-ticket item, and this October, Amazon’s offering exclusive discounts on Dyson products, including the cult-fave Dyson Airwrap.

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Here’s all the info you need to know about the Dyson deals happening during the October Prime Day event, including how to get $100 off the Airwrap and where to find the best prices on Dyson vacuums, fans, and more.

Best vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Our pick: Dyson V8 Plus cordless vacuum $299.99 at Amazon
$469.99 Save $170.00 Get Deal Why we like it

The Dyson V8 Plus cordless vacuum (silver/nickel) is lightweight and powerful and can handle most daily cleaning tasks. It has a detachable wand for cleaning stairs, upholstery, and hard-to-reach areas, and it converts to a handheld vac for quick cleanups. It comes with four accessories, including a hair screw tool for pet hair.

With a runtime of up to 40 minutes on a single charge, this little vac is ideal for small apartments and quick cleanups.

You can get it at Amazon for a whopping 299.99 in a Big Prime Deal (originally $469.99). It’s out of stock at Dyson.

More Dyson vacuum deals Best air treatment deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Our pick: Dyson Hot+Cool (AM09) $299.23 at Amazon
$469.99 Save $170.76 Get Deal Why we like it

The Dyson Hot+Cool (AM09) is a heater and a fan, so you can use it year-round. Its Jet Focus tech gives you both a diffused airflow for evenly distributed heating or cooling and a concentrated stream of air for targeted cooling. It also has a sleep timer and oscillation for even air distribution.

Prime members can buy it at Amazon for $299.23 (regularly $469.99), or if you’re not interested in signing up for Prime, you can get it at Dyson for $299.99.

More Dyson air treatment deals Best hair care deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Our pick: Dyson airwrap $499.99 at Amazon
$599.99 Save $100.00 Get Deal Why we like it

The Dyson Airwrap is $100 off for Prime members, bringing it to $499.99. (It's not on sale at Dyson.) That’s still a lot of money to pay for a hair styler, but it’s a cult-fave for a reason. It’s designed to dry and style hair without super-high heat, so it's healthier for your hair and cuts down on styling time. You’ll also get a fancy storage case and multiple styling attachments.

Mashable’s shopping reporter, Bethany Allard, says it best: “If you have the cash to spare, heat style regularly, and don't mind that your curls won't be locked in all day, the Dyson Airwrap is worth the investment.”

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When does Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days end? You still have time to save.

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 20:55

UPDATE: Oct. 9, 2024, 3:55 p.m. EDT This story has been updated with the latest Kitchen deals and deals under $50 still live during Amazon Prime Day.

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days is unleashing massive savings as we approach the looming holiday shopping season.

There's so much to choose from, but the savings won't last forever! If you're looking for a deep discount, then you've only got a few days to secure your bargains.

We've got what you need to know on how long you have to shop as well as a few deals to get you started on your way. Plus, you can head to our live blog to read all the latest live coverage of the event.

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Amazon Prime Big Deal Days will end at 11:59 p.m. PT on Wednesday, Oct. 9, which means around 3 a.m. on Oct. 10 for people living on the East Coast.

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Below, find a selection of the hundreds of the best Amazon Prime Deal Days bargains Mashable has curated for our readers.

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AirPods

AirTags and accessories

Apple Watches

iPads

MacBooks

Headphones deals

Headphones

Earbuds

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Echo smart speakers and displays

Kindles

Fire tablets

Eero WiFi devices

Laptop deals

Windows laptops

Gaming laptops

Chromebooks

Fitness tracker and smartwatch deals

Garmin watch deals

Google / Fitbit deals

Samsung Galaxy Watch deals

Smart ring deals

Home security deals

Single security camera deals

Video doorbell deals

Bundle deals

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Air fryers

Blenders

Coffee makers

Stand mixers

Best deals under $50

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The recyclable electric toothbrush I love is under $100 for Prime Day

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 20:44

SAVE $24.80: As of Oct. 9, the second day of Prime Big Deal Days, the Suri sustainable electric toothbrush is 20% off at Amazon, bringing the price down to $91.20.

Opens in a new window Credit: Suri Suri sustainable electric toothbrush $91.20 at Amazon
$116.00 Save $24.80 Get Deal

I had been wanting to switch to an electric toothbrush forever because hygiene TikTok told me I was gross if I didn't, but my fixation on living more sustainably — particularly being a freak about recycling and using less plastic — had me hanging onto my manual cornstarch toothbrushes for dear life.

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Using an electric toothbrush meant I'd have to throw out the old cleaning head however often you're supposed to do that, contributing to the nauseating statistics about how much plastic we send to rot in landfills or in the ocean each year. Right? Sustainable brand Suri says otherwise. When I heard that an electric toothbrush with swappable, recyclable cleaning heads existed, I was so down. Now, it's on sale for less than $100 this October Prime Day, and I had to take this opportunity to recommend that everyone else consider it, too.

Like many other electric toothbrushes, the Suri uses a rotating head of bristles and sonic vibrations to scrub your teeth (on the surface and in between them) more meticulously than what you can do with a traditional toothbrush in your hand. Suri's website claims that it removes three times more plaque than a manual toothbrush in just one use. All I can confirm is that my teeth definitely feel squeaky clean, and I particularly like that I don't feel the need to scrub painfully hard just to get a good clean.

Suri recently released a pink version of the toothbrush, now totaling five color options. Credit: Suri

I really dig all of the accessories that come with Suri, too. When I'm at home, the Suri lives on my mirror on the included mirror mount, and when I travel, my Suri travels with me in the included carrying case that keeps it bacteria free with a UV light inside. Even after using it twice a day, I don't have to charge my Suri more than once a week.

But your main question is probably about the recycling situation. No, you don't have to figure out whether or not your local recycling center accepts this plastic-feeling plant-based material, because Suri deals with it for you. All you have to do is toss the head you're replacing in a prepaid mailer, drop it off at the post office, and pop a replacement head back on. It's a slightly more involved and expensive process than some other electric toothbrushes on the market, but I think it's worth it to feel a little less bad about my contribution to our plastic problem. Living sustainably isn't always the cheapest or easiest option, and if you sit here and argue with me that you need both of those adjectives to apply to do something nice for the planet, I'm going to scream.

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