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The MCU has put Vision (Paul Bettany) through the ringer.

He died (twice!) in Avengers: Infinity War. Then, his grieving wife Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen) resurrected him and threw him into WandaVision's many sitcom parodies. As if that weren't enough, WandaVision also introduced White Vision, who was created by S.W.O.R.D. to kill both Vision and Wanda.

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Instead of destroying each other, the Visions had a philosophical discussion about identity, after which resurrected Vision passed his memories and those of the original Vision on to White Vision. Now viewing himself as Vision, instead of S.W.O.R.D.'s weapon, White Vision flew off, never to be seen again in the MCU... until now.

Vision returns in Marvel's VisionQuest, coming this fall to Disney+. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming series, from its plot to its release date.

What is VisionQuest about?

White Vision's identity crisis continues in VisionQuest, which sees him struggling to connect with the memories he gained at the end of WandaVision. As he goes on a reality-bending journey to understand who he truly is, he encounters personified versions of other programs that Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) created. Footage from Marvel's 2025 New York Comic Con panel revealed these programs to include Henry Lewis as Dum-E, Jonathan Sayer as U, James D'Arcy as J.A.R.V.I.S., Orla Brady as F.R.I.D.A.Y., and Emily Hampshire as E.D.I.T.H.

James Spader returns to the MCU as Ultron in VisionQuest.

These programs aren't the only AI popping up in VisionQuest. Avengers villain Ultron (James Spader) is also back, albeit in a very different way. Spader isn't voicing Ultron's terrifying robotic body anymore. Instead, he'll be appearing in the flesh. During VisionQuest footage played during Disney's 2026 Upfront presentation, VisionQuest's take on Ultron seems more like a fatherly mentor figure than a sinister adversary. Perhaps he's just a figment of Vision's imagination, conjured up to guide him through his memories.

Who is in VisionQuest?

In addition to Paul Bettany and James Spader, VisionQuest also stars Todd Stashwick, T'Nia Miller, Emily Hampshire, Orla Brady, Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and James D'Arcy.

Ruaridh Mollica also stars in a role that will get WandaVision fans excited. He plays Tommy Maximoff, Wanda and Vision's speedster son. His twin brother Billy, also known as Wiccan, appeared in Agatha All Along, played by Joe Locke.

What is VisionQuest's release date?

VisionQuest hits Disney+ Oct. 14, 2026.

How to watch: VisionQuest premieres Oct. 14 on Disney+.

The name might be a mouthful of Os, Googlebooks could be Google’s biggest push yet into premium laptops. The devices are expected to compete directly with Apple MacBooks and Microsoft Surface hardware.

SAVE $140: The Blueair Mini Restful air purifier and sunrise alarm clock is on sale at Woot for $59.99, down from the normal price of $199.99. That's a 70% discount.

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It's a rough time to consider buying yourself something nice as a little treat. Prices for nearly everything are rising and plenty of us are focusing on saving instead of spending. But if you're looking for a small self-care treat, check out this deal at Woot.

As of May 13, the Blueair Mini Restful air purifier and sunrise alarm clock is on sale at Woot for $59.99, down from the normal price of $199.99. That's a 70% discount or a savings of $140.

If your bedroom could use some extra air purification, today's deal at Woot on the Blueair Mini Restful is your sign to make the upgrade. Not only is this an air purifier, it's also a bedside lamp with adjustable light control. Since it's dimmable, it's a great light to have on while getting ready for bed. That same light can serve as a sunrise alarm come morning. Just set your wakeup time in the app and the Blueair will gently simulate sunrise 15 to 30 minutes before your alarm.

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As if that wasn't enough, there's also the ability to play soothing sounds from the Blueair during the sunrise simulation. Plus, there's a USB-C port for recharging your phone or earbuds on the nightstand while you sleep.

The Blueair Mini Restful uses a HEPA filter that's said to remove up to 99.97% of allergens from the air like dander, dust, and pollen. In a 140 square-foot room, it'll be able to refresh the air in under 13 minutes.

Perfect for creating your bedroom sanctuary or for adding to the nursery, the Blueair Mini Restful is a versatile air purifier, light, and sunrise alarm clock. Snag it from Woot while it's just $59.99. But keep in mind Woot deals tend to sell out quickly, so buy this one now if you're interested.

SAVE $1,330: The Jackery HomePower 3000 is on sale at Amazon for $1,169, down from the normal price of $2,499. That's a 53% discount that matches the record-low at Amazon.

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As the country heads into summer, plenty of us are making plans to enjoy the nice weather. But for those who live in an area prone to hurricanes, it's a good time to prep any items you might want to have on hand before a storm rolls in. If you've been eyeing a portable power station, there's a huge sale on a big model at Amazon.

As of May 13, the Jackery HomePower 3000 is on sale at Amazon for $1,169, marked down from the list price of $2,499. That's a 53% discount that shaves a major $1,330 off the price. It also matches the record-low at Amazon.

If you're in the market for a portable power station that's up for taking over during an outage, consider the 3,072Wh the Jackery HomePower 3000 offers. Like the name suggests, it's designed for keeping your home powered when grid power cuts out.

In addition to the convenience of over 3,000Wh capacity, it has a stead output of 3,600W and a surge all the way up to 7,200W. According to Jackery, this model will be ideal for power outages that last up to two days, keeping essential appliances powered up like the refrigerator. Jackery lists the HomePower 3000 as being capable of running a WiFi router for over 65 hours, a fan for 60 hours, or the fridge for one to two days.

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If you head out on RV trips, the TT-30 port will be an asset, as is the ability for the station to recharge with up to 500W of solar panels. With standard AC recharging, expect to get back to a full charge in 2.2 hours. This model also has Jackery's ZeroDrain technology which means it'll retain 95% of its charge even if it's left sitting for a year.

Before a summer storm brews and threatens to cut power, get the Jackery HomePower 3000. It'll be ready to keep essentials powered up which waiting for the grid to return.

Gemini Intelligence is designed to handle tasks across your apps and be a more helpful AI agent. It could signal a wider shift in how we'll use our phones in the near future.

Instagram has a new feature that lets you share an unedited photo dump with your pals that disappears once viewed. Yes, we have questions.

The Meta-owned social media platform announced Instants on Wednesday, a tool that lets you send a batch of snaps to Close Friends or mutual followers. You can't edit the photos, which might throw some folks off, but you can add captions.

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Notably, Instants will disappear after being viewed or after 24 hours. In this capacity, the feature sounds exactly like Instagram's existing disappearing messages, as well as similar options on Snapchat, Signal, Telegram, and WhatsApp. Plus, there's an undo button if you want to take back a sent photo.

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Instants will appear in your Instagram DMs inbox appearing like a pile of photos. Once you've sent a glut of Instants, the recipients can react with emoji, reply like a regular DM, or send their own collection of Instants, as you both throw mountains of unedited snaps back and forth until the comet finally hits. Recipients cannot screenshot the photos (more on that below), and your Instants will be saved in a folder only you can access — you can repost them from here to Stories.

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Firstly, if you use a tool like disappearing messages, I cannot stress this enough but your recipient can always record the screen or take a photo with another device. Though Instagram's Instants cannot be screenshotted, that doesn't mean the person you're sending the image to can't capture it.

Secondly, Instagram monitors Close Friends content even if you think it's some kind of incognito mode. It is not.

Next, all posts will need to comply with Instagram's nudity guidelines, which run a fine line between protection and censorship. Something tells me this won't be the last we talk about this when it comes to Instants.

Finally, Instagram has officially pulled end-to-end encryption on DMs, so the security of your Instants is under standard encryption.

Mashable has reached out to Instagram for comment.

SAVE $7.04: As of May 13, the Lego Botanicals Flowering Cactus is on sale for $27.95 at Amazon with an on-page coupon. That's 20% off its list price of $34.99 and its lowest price to date.

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If your thumb is a few shades away from green, Lego's Botanicals sets offer the perfect way to brighten up your home without worrying about impending plant death. If succulents are your cup of tea, the recently released Flowering Cactus is a fun pick and just dropped to its best price yet.

As of May 13, the Lego Botanicals Flowering Cactus is just $27.95 at Amazon with the help of an on-page coupon. That's 20% off the $34.99 list price and the lowest price we've seen since its January launch.

With a piece count of 482, the Flowering Cactus set is recommended for anyone aged 9 and up. So both kids who can't quite take care of a plant yet and kids at heart will enjoy this build. Placed in a pastel blue pot, the set builds out to two faux cacti: one larger cactus in full bloom with a pink and yellow flower at the top and a smaller cactus with tiny pink buds. The building instructions are available in the Lego Builder app, so you can follow along with step-by-step digital instructions and track your progress if you desire. And the best part, of course, is that the result is a gorgeous, kill-proof plant that doubles as decor.

Add some greenery to your home in the form of tiny Lego bricks shaped like a succulent. It'll only cost you $27.95 if you add the Flowering Cactus set to your cart ASAP (and remember to use the coupon code).

SAVE $5: As of May 13, get a $50 Shell gift card at Best Buy for $45. That's a discount of 11%.

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With soaring gas prices taking us on a constant roller coaster ride, of course we all want to save more money at the pump. While you can use discounts like those that Amazon Prime offer to shave some cash off of your purchases, saving on gift cards is another option you might want to consider. We found one that you'll want to jump on if you live near a Shell gas station.

As of May 13, get a $50 Shell gift card at Best Buy for $45. That's $5 off and a discount of 11%.

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This gift card can be used for gas at any of the over 14,000 Shell stations across the United States. You can use it at the pump or inside the Shell station, so no need to fret if you have to run in and take care of some errands first. And though it might seem like a small amount, $5 is $5. You never know when it might come in handy.

Beyond gas, you can use this gift card to pay for just about anything Shell offers, including car washes, food and snacks, vehicle supplies, and more. So if you don't use a lot of gas but still take advantage of Shell stations, it's well worth stocking up on a couple of gift cards and saving some cash either way. And if you know someone who does need a bit of a discount, well, it's a gift card after all.

This is a limited time deal at Best Buy, so make sure you get yours within the next 14 hours before it goes away.

Samsung's next product showcase could be a really big one.

That's the vibe coming out of a new report from Seoul Economic Daily, anyway. According to the Korean news publication, Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked event will take place on July 22 in London, a date and venue that have both been previously reported. However, what we didn't know is that, according to Seoul Economic Daily, this event will also feature a new pair of smart glasses, as well as a new Galaxy Watch and some new foldable devices.

SEE ALSO: Samsung Wide Fold design revealed in leaked images

The so-called "Galaxy Glasses" will use Google's Android XR platform, but be warned that these glasses will not feature a display of any kind. They have a microphone, some speakers, and a camera, all of which could theoretically be used to interface with an AI assistant.

Unfortunately, the report contained no real information about the Galaxy Watch 9, but based on precedent, it would not be surprising at all to see that show up at the showcase.

Aside from the glasses and the watch, it's widely expected that Samsung will launch three new foldable devices: a Galaxy Fold 8, a Flip 8, and a new "Wide Fold" phone that could compete with the rumored iPhone Fold. We'll all find out together in July.

Mashable reached out to Samsung representatives for comment and will update this story if we receive more information.

Competing humanoid robot-makers Figure and 1X revealed new footage from inside their factories this week, showcasing the similarities and differences in their approaches to bringing this technology to life.

SAVE 21%: As of May 13, you can get a 16-inch Asus V16 gaming laptop (Intel Core i7, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, 32GB RAM, 1TB) for $1,189.99, down from $1,499.99. That's a 21% discount or $310 savings.

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Buying a laptop with enough memory and storage to run modern games smoothly (without deleting files to make room for new downloads) is almost impossible on a tight budget. But if you're patient (or just refuse to pay full price) and hold out for the right Amazon sale, you can get a heavy-duty setup without draining your savings.

Right now, you can get the 16-inch Asus V16 gaming laptop (Intel Core i7, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, 32GB RAM, 1TB) for $1,189.99, down from $1,499.99. That's a 21% discount or $310 savings. It's also the lowest price we've tracked on this model to date.

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For that price, you'll get 32GB of memory, a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, and a 16-inch display with a 144Hz refresh rate. It runs on an Intel Core 7 240H processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 GPU with 8GB of GDDR7, so it should handle everything from intense gaming to video editing without freezing. Bonus: the battery lasts up to 15 hours and has a fast-charge feature that'll take you from zero to 100 percent in just an hour and 20 minutes.

SAVE $130: The DJI Flip with RC 2 is on sale at Amazon for $509, down from the standard price of $639. That's a 20% discount that matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

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Now that we're not in freezing temperature anymore, you might be spending more time outside. If you've been searching for a new outdoor hobby, you might have contemplated become a drone pilot. Capture the world around you through a new view, either to keep for yourself or to share with others. If that's appealing, check out this DJI deal.

As of May 13, the DJI Flip with RC 2 is on sale at Amazon for $509, marked down from the normal price of $639. That's a 20% discount or a savings of $130. It also matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

From content creators to real estate developers and farmers, drones have plenty of uses. DJI has long been a favorite drone brand with creatives, and the Flip drone proves its worth. It can handle video transmission from 13 kilometers away (about 8 miles from us in the U.S.), and it comes with DJI's excellent subject tracking that keeps moving subjects in focus.

SEE ALSO: Low price alert: The DJI Osmo 360 Essential Combo is on sale at Amazon for over $200 off

The overall design is travel-friendly with folding propellers and carbon-fiber propeller guards. It weighs under 249 grams which is excellent for portability, and its weight means you don't need an FAA registration or a remote ID when flying in the U.S.

The DJI Flip will get up to 31 minutes of flight time before it'll need some time to recharge, and the included RC 2 remote adds a new layer of fun to this deal. The RC 2 is DJI's remote control that houses a 5.5-inch FHD display and 32GB of built-in storage. On its own, the RC 2 sells for $369 which makes today's deal of $509 that includes the Flip drone seem that much more attractive.

Before this record-low price sells out, become the best drone pilot on the block with the DJI Flip and RC 2. It's a beginner-friendly model with top-tier performance. Amazon has this sale listed as a limited-time only deal so act quickly.

SAVE $700.01: As of May 13, get the Dreame X50 Ultra robot vacuum and mop for $899.98 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,599.99. That's a discount of 44%.

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Looking for a faster and easier way to get clean floors? A robot vacuum is your best bet. Just program it with what you want it to tackle and send it out into your home to do the rest. If you're looking for a great model that can handle carpets as well as hard flooring, this Dreame combo unit is on sale now for an excellent price.

As of May 13, get the Dreame X50 Ultra robot vacuum and mop for $899.98 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,599.99. That's $700.01 off and a discount of 44%.

SEE ALSO: These are the top 4 robot vacuums for carpet after passing the cat hair test on my rugs

This powerful robot vacuum and mop combo can handle a wide berth of cleaning tasks. It boasts up to 20,000Pa of suction thanks to Dreame's TurboForce motor and can pick up a variety of different types of debris, from cat litter to ground-in dirt you've had issues with in the past. It can easily power through tangled hair with its DuoBrush system and cut through older messes with ease.

If your home is difficult to navigate, this unit can handle that issue as well thanks to its robotic retractable legs to get over door tracks, obstacles, and other hard-to-reach areas. It can lower its height to reach under door frames and furniture without you manually having to pick it up and move it, for example. It can also tackle corners with a brush for extended reach. When the time comes to get some mopping done, it can seamlessly swap between modes as well.

If you're ready to leave cleaning to the robots, this luxury robot vacuum and mop is where it's at, especially near 50% off as it is right now. Get yours before it goes out of stock.

In a surprising turn of events, the Trump Mobile T1 smartphone might actually start rolling out.

On Tuesday, Trump Mobile CEO Pat O'Brien told USA Today that the golden phones will start shipping to customers who've pre-ordered them "this week."

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It's good news for buyers, but the Trump Organization-licensed company sure did test their patience before it got to this point. The phone was originally announced in June 2025 by the U.S. president's sons Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., with a planned launch in September, but the launch date kept moving into the future.

To make matters worse, Trump Mobile's terms and conditions changed in April 2026 to say that the $100 pre-order deposit does not guarantee customers will actually get the phone, prompting some to call the entire scheme a "scam".

Besides the launch date, the original promise of the phone being made in America was changed, too, with the company now calling it an "American-proud design."

SEE ALSO: Seth Meyers reacts to Trump saying he doesn't 'think about Americans’ financial situations'

In his interview this week, O'Brien said that the first T1 phones were "assembled in the United States," while new models will use components that were "primarily manufactured in America."

Despite reports that roughly 600,000 people paid the $100 deposit for the T1 phone, O'Brien wouldn't confirm the exact number of pre-orders. Instead, he said that Trump Mobile is "incredibly pleased" with the interest in its products.

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Do you have two minutes to spare and a craving for stunning animation? Then you're in luck, because LAIKA, the animation studio behind Coraline, ParaNorman, and Kubo and the Two Strings, has released the teaser trailer for its upcoming film, Wildwood. No surprise here, given LAIKA's past track record, but it looks absolutely gorgeous.

Directed by Travis Knight (Kubo and the Two Strings) and based on the novel by the Decemberists' frontman Colin Meloy, Wildwood transports us to Portland, Oregon, and a magical world just beyond its boundaries.

The film centers on headstrong teenager Prue McKeel (voiced by Peyton Elizabeth Lee). Despite warnings from her parents not to leave their house, she does so anyway, bringing her baby brother with her. When a murder of crows abducts him, she has no choice but to venture into the Impassable Wilderness, an enchanted forest full of talking animals and dangerous bandits. With the help of her classmate Curtis Mehlberg (voiced by Jacob Tremblay), will Prue be able to rescue her brother and make it home?

LAIKA previously released a first look at Wildwood focused on one character: the majestic golden eagle known as the General (voiced by Angela Bassett). With this teaser trailer, it fleshes out the rest of the Impassable Wilderness even further, showing off animal armies, menacing witches, and a mysterious boy who appears to be made of clockwork. It all comes to life in captivating stop-motion, promising a handmade fantasy of epic proportions.

Wildwood's voice cast also includes Carey Mulligan, Richard E. Grant, Awkwafina, Amandla Stenberg, Tom Waits, Charlie Day, Blythe Danner, Arthur Knight, Maya Erskine, Jake Johnson, Tantoo Cardinal, Rob Delaney, Jemaine Clement, Marc Evan Jackson, Len Cariou, Ólafur Darri Ólafsson, and Mahershala Ali.

Wildwood hits theaters Oct. 23.

Loop Earplugs are Mashable favorites — partly because they work really well, but also because they come in a bunch of luxe finishes. Unlike traditional earplugs, they look like jewelry, not boring foam nubs.

Loop's Engage 2 earplugs became instant bestsellers when they dropped in an iridescent lavender colorway across two launches last June. Then, they became highly coveted finds on the resale market. ("this is embarrassing to I admit but I’m honestly willing to pay a RIDICULOUS price for these at this point," reads one "DESPERATE" post on r/LoopEarplugs.) Loop said they were "the most in-demand look the brand has ever released."

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Mercifully, Loop dropped another batch of iridescent earplugs this month, just in time for the start of music festival season. They're available in the triple-duty Switch 2 style this go-around, and they retail for $64.95 only on Loop's website. That's $5 more than the standard Switch 2 colors, for reference.

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The iridescent Switch 2s aren't just a limited release, but a "strictly limited" release with "no planned restock," per a company blog post. If you can't believe we're at a point where earplug drops are in such high demand, well, just look how pretty they are.

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The Switch 2s have three different audio-muffling modes for different scenarios. You can switch between them by turning a dial on the earplugs' housing:

• Quiet — offers the most noise cancellation for when you're trying to sleep or focus.

• Experience — filters a moderate amount of noise to protect your hearing at concerts.

• Engage — lowers ambient noises just enough to where you can have conversations without getting distracted or overwhelmed.

The iridescent Switch 2s come with a matching case that you can hook on a keychain, plus four sets of different-sized ear tips.

If this particular colorway doesn't do it for you, or if sells out by the time you go to buy a pair, stay tuned for Loop's collab with Pleasing, singer Harry Styles' lifestyle brand. It's set to launch on Thursday, May 21, but you can get early access 24 hours prior by signing up for email notifications on loopearplugs.com.

TL;DR: Amazon has the LG 27-inch UltraGear OLED gaming monitor (27GX704A-B) on sale for $477.99, down from its $799.99 list price. With a $300 saving, you get a glossy QHD OLED display with a 240Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response time, and much more.

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Although in-demand OLED gaming monitors aren’t exactly known for being cheap, this new LG deal will earn you one of the popular 27-inch UltraGear models for just below $480. 

As of May 13, Amazon has the LG 27-inch UltraGear OLED gaming monitor listed for $477.99, down from $799.99. With this 40% discount, you’ll save $322 on a display built for players who want the speed of a competitive monitor without giving up OLED picture quality.

At 27 inches, this UltraGear keeps things desk-friendly while still giving you a proper QHD 2560x1440 resolution. This means you’re still getting a sharper jump over 1080p without needing the costlier firepower of a full 4K setup, which makes it a nice middle ground for anyone playing fast multiplayer games like League of Legends, big single-player releases on the level of Crimson Desert, or just using the same screen for work and streaming on Netflix. 

This is also where the major benefits of this UltraGear monitor’s OLED panel come in. This glossy display reaches a standard 275 nits of brightness and peaks at 1300 nits, while VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 and a 1.5M:1 contrast ratio help keep blacks actually black. It also covers up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 color gamut, so any game you play or TV and film you watch, will now come with darker worlds, neon-heavy cities, or colorful effects that should look sharper than ever.

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Performance is just as strong, with a 240Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time designed to keep motion crisp in shooters, racers, and anything else where a few missed frames can cost you. At this speed, fast-paced titles — like Rocket League or Counter-Strike 2 — will run like a dream. 

What’s more, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro are also included to help reduce screen tearing — alongside dual HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, USB ports, and a height, tilt, swivel, and pivot-adjustable stand. 

If you also need a budget-friendly monitor to add to another setup in your household, the Samsung G5 gaming monitor has just hit a record-low price at Amazon. If you’re looking for an even larger display, the 39-inch curved OLED UltraGear gaming monitor is on sale for only $749. 

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SAVE OVER $500: As of May 13, the LG gram Pro 16-inch laptop (Intel Core Ultra7 255H Processor, NVIDIA RTX 5050, 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD) is down to its lowest-ever price of $2,299 at Amazon. That's $500.99 off its list price of $2,799.99.

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If you're in the market for a new laptop, but don't want something that's too bulky to carry around, the LG gram Pro 16-inch laptop deserves your attention. Coming in at just three pounds, it's perfect for those who want a lightweight device for work or personal use. At the moment, it's even marked down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon, making now a great time to pick it up.

As of May 13, the LG gram Pro 16-inch laptop has dropped from $2,799.99 to $2,299 at Amazon, making for $500.99 in savings.

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The LG gram Pro is a tiny but mighty device. Alongside its lightweight feel and thin frame, this particular model is packed with an Intel Core Ultra7 255H Processor, NVIDIA RTX 5050 graphics card, 32GB RAM, and a 2TB SSD. It also has a 16-inch display with 2560x1600 resolution, making what's on your screen shine with sharp details and bright colors.

On top of all that, everything on screen will look smooth thanks to a Variable Refresh Rate that adapts from 31Hz to 144Hz. So no matter if you're using it for streaming, gaming, or just flipping between different tasks, you won't have to deal with stutter on screen.

This is the time to make a move on the LG gram Pro 16-inch laptop before the offer is gone for good.

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Julia Louis-Dreyfus' interview with Stephen Colbert may start with a kiss, but the gloves quickly come off.

In the clip above, the Veep star surprises the Late Show host with two pages of roast jokes written by the Veep writers, which she performs in character as Selina Meyer while Colbert cracks up.

The one that makes him laugh the most? "When my people said I should come and say farewell to you I was hoping it would be more of a hospice-type situation."

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The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you frequent your local deli.

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.

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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.

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

• Yellow: Deli order

• Green: Reason

• Blue: iPhone features

• Purple: Jam

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Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Long sandwich

• Green: Pretext

• Blue: Smartphone photo editing options

• Purple: Jelly ___

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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 #1067 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Long sandwich: GRINDER, HERO, HOAGIE, SUB

• Pretext: ARGUMENT, BASIS, CAUSE, GROUNDS

• Smartphone photo editing options: ADJUST, CROP, FILTERS, MARKUP

• Jelly ___: BEAN, BELLY, DONUT, ROLL

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.

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