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Tonight, the Moon has vanished completely, meaning we've reached the New Moon phase of the lunar cycle. With no features visible, the sky is completely dark tonight, but it also happens to be an annular solar eclipse, which occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth at its farthest point, too small to fully cover the Sun. The full eclipse will only be visible from Antartica, where parts of South Africa will be able to see a partial eclipse.

What is today’s Moon phase?

As of Tuesday, Feb. 17, the Moon phase is New Moon. According to NASA's Daily Moon Guide, 0% of the Moon will be lit up tonight.

When is the next Full Moon?

The next Full Moon will be on March 3. The last Full Moon was on Feb. 1.

What are Moon phases?

According to NASA, the Moon takes around 29.5 days to complete one orbit around the Earth. Throughout that time, it goes through eight different phases of visibility. Even though we always see the same side of the Moon, the part that’s lit up changes as it moves along its orbit. The amount of sunlight reflecting off the surface is what changes the Moon's appearance, and why sometimes it looks full, partly lit, or almost dark. The eight phases are:

New Moon - The Moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark (in other words, it's invisible to the eye).

Waxing Crescent - A small sliver of light appears on the right side (Northern Hemisphere).

First Quarter - Half of the Moon is lit on the right side. It looks like a half-Moon.

Waxing Gibbous - More than half is lit up, but it’s not quite full yet.

Full Moon - The whole face of the Moon is illuminated and fully visible.

Waning Gibbous - The Moon starts losing light on the right side. (Northern Hemisphere)

Third Quarter (or Last Quarter) - Another half-Moon, but now the left side is lit.

Waning Crescent - A thin sliver of light remains on the left side before going dark again.

Recently I reinstalled CachyOS on my tower PC, and a few important tasks had to be done immediately. These are the steps I took that I consider essential for just about any desktop installation of Linux.

The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you're an avid reader.

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 Pips hints, answers for February 17, 2026 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: To fly through

• Green: Asian condiments

• Blue: Done to a book page

• Purple: To fail

Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Zoom

• Green: Sauces in Chinese cuisine

• Blue: Riffle (through)

• Purple: Starting with synonyms for "Dud"

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 #982 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Zoom: DART, FLASH, SPEED, ZIP

• Sauces in Chinese cuisine: HOISIN, OYSTER, PLUM, SOY

• Riffle (through): FLIP, LEAF, SKIM, THUMB

• Starting with synonyms for "Dud": BOMBAY, BUSTLE, FLOPPY, MISSUS

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 February 17, 2026

Are you also playing NYT Strands? Get all the Strands hints you need for today's puzzle.

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

Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you love astrology.

Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game, 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.

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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.

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The words are related to astrology.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe astrological phenomena.

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 Zodiac Signs.

NYT Strands word list for February 17

• Horse

• Snake

• Goat

• Zodiac Signs

• Dragon

• Rabbit

• Monkey

• Tiger

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!

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

Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you love traveling in groups.

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

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for February 17, 2026 Where did Wordle come from?

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

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

What's the best Wordle starting word?

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

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle getting harder?

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

SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for February 17, 2026 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

A crew.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no recurring letters.

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

Today's Wordle starts with the letter S.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. The Wordle answer today is...

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

Drumroll please!

The solution to today's Wordle is...

SQUAD

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

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

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

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

I've used basic USB hubs for years without thinking much about them. Plug it in, get a few extra ports, move on. But when I recently needed to upgrade to a USB-C dock to support external displays and charging, I ran straight into a wall of vague labels and half-answers. Everything claimed to be "USB-C," but that didn't tell me if my monitor would work correctly, if my laptop would charge properly, or if I was about to spend good money on something that technically worked but didn't actually do what I needed.

Netflix offers a diverse collection of movies and shows across the world, varying from local titles to popular titles that you may not find in the US due to licensing issues. However, with a VPN connection, you can access Netflix's offerings across the world.

That old Wi-Fi 4 router you have sitting in a box collecting dust probably isn't up to the job of running a multi-gigabit network, but that doesn't make it useless. With a software update, you can turn it into a specialized piece of equipment for your self-hosting needs.

Barack Obama's interview with the Associated Press has gone viral this week, after the former U.S. president engaged in a quickfire chat about alien life. "Are aliens real?" podcast host Brian Tyler Cohen asked. "They’re real," Obama answered. "But I haven’t seen them. And, they’re not being kept in Area 51."

You'd better believe Stephen Colbert noticed.

"That's it. We've got aliens!" the Late Show host said during his monologue on Monday night, before shunning Obama's attempt to clarify his statement on Instagram the next day.

"Booooooo! What happened to hope, buddy? This is why everyone likes Michelle better," joked Colbert. "Oh, you've seen the polls. Don't tell me you haven't seen the polling. I know you've seen the polling."

SEE ALSO: CBS refused to broadcast this Stephen Colbert interview. Here's how to watch it anyway

Then, it was time to get the tin-foil hats out.

"Now hear me out, ladies and gentlemen, I smell a big fat cover up," Colbert said. "Because Obama posted that clarification yesterday at 5:59 p.m. Eastern, when he was at the NBA All Star game. So Obama reveals aliens exist, then goes to a basketball game and suddenly changes his story? Who got to him? Could it be aliens? Because I'm calling it right now, they're making Space Jam 3."

Speaking of shutting down conversations...

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If you’re seeking a reliable laptop for everyday essentials without breaking the bank, this refurbished Apple MacBook Air deserves a look. The 2017 model is now just $199.97 (reg. $999), putting a familiar Apple device within reach. The sale ends on Feb. 22 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

This MacBook Air features a 13.3-inch widescreen display, a 1.8GHz Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM, and a 128GB solid-state drive. That’s a solid spec list for day-to-day tasks like web browsing, email, streaming, document editing, and file management. Intel HD Graphics 6000 provides smooth video playback, while Wi-Fi and Bluetooth cover all standard connectivity needs. Apple estimates up to 12 hours of battery life, which is beneficial for marathon study sessions or travel days.

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TL;DR: Live stream India vs. Netherlands in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 for free on ICC.TV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Next up to the crease in 2026 T20 World Cup are India and the Netherlands in a Group A showdown. India are the favorites to win this game. They're currently undefeated and lead Group A. The Netherlands have only won one game so far but could still cause India problems. Anything is possible in T20 cricket.

If you want to watch India vs. Netherlands in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is India vs. Netherlands?

India vs. Netherlands in the 2026 T20 World Cup starts at 8:30 a.m. ET on Feb. 18. This game takes place at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

How to watch India vs. Netherlands for free

India vs. Netherlands in the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup is available to live stream for free on ICC.TV.

This free live stream on ICC.TV is only available in select regions (see full list of territories here), but anyone can live stream the T20 Cricket World Cup for free with a VPN. These helpful tools can hide your IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in a location with free access. This simple process bypasses geo-restrictions so you can live stream on ICC.TV from anywhere in the world.

Live stream India vs. Netherlands in the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup for free by following these simple steps:

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4. Visit ICC.TV

5. Watch the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup 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 gain access to free live streams without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch every game from the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup (plus the Winter Olympics) before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for ICC.TV?

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

• Servers in 105 countries

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TL;DR: Live stream Pakistan vs. Namibia in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 for free on ICC.TV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Next up in the 2026 T20 World Cup, Pakistan face off against Namibia. Pakistan are two for three in the group stage so far, losing just one game to Group A leaders India. A win over Namibia would guarantee their spot in the next stage. Their chances are good — Namibia are yet to win a game. But does that mean Namibia have got something to prove and snatch a win before exiting the tournament?

If you want to watch Pakistan vs. Namibia in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Pakistan vs. Namibia?

Pakistan vs. Namibia in the 2026 T20 World Cup starts at 4:30 a.m. ET on Feb. 18. This game takes place at the Sinhalese Sports Club.

How to watch Pakistan vs. Namibia for free

Pakistan vs. Namibia in the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup is available to live stream for free on ICC.TV.

This free live stream on ICC.TV is only available in select regions (see full list of territories here), but anyone can live stream the T20 Cricket World Cup for free with a VPN. These helpful tools can hide your IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in a location with free access. This simple process bypasses geo-restrictions so you can live stream on ICC.TV from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Pakistan vs. Namibia in the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup for free 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 a location with access

4. Visit ICC.TV

5. Watch the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup 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 gain access to free live streams without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch every game from the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup (plus the Winter Olympics) before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for ICC.TV?

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

• Servers in 105 countries

• 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 10 simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan 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 just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

Watch the 2026 T20 World Cup for free with ExpressVPN.

TL;DR: Live stream South Africa vs. UAE in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 for free on ICC.TV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The 2026 T20 World Cup continues as South Africa take on UAE. The South Africans are unbeaten so far, including a win over New Zealand. They've not been perfect — they required a Super Over to beat Afghanistan. The United Arab Emirates are on the hunt for a second win of the group stage, but nobody is expecting them to get anything from this game.

If you want to watch South Africa vs. UAE in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is South Africa vs. UAE?

South Africa vs. UAE in the 2026 T20 World Cup starts at 12:30 a.m. ET on Feb. 18. This game takes place at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

How to watch South Africa vs. UAE for free

South Africa vs. UAE in the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup is available to live stream for free on ICC.TV.

This free live stream on ICC.TV is only available in select regions (see full list of territories here), but anyone can live stream the T20 Cricket World Cup for free with a VPN. These helpful tools can hide your IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in a location with free access. This simple process bypasses geo-restrictions so you can live stream on ICC.TV from anywhere in the world.

Live stream South Africa vs. UAE in the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup for free 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 a location with access

4. Visit ICC.TV

5. Watch the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup 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 gain access to free live streams without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch every game from the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup (plus the Winter Olympics) before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for ICC.TV?

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

• Servers in 105 countries

• 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 10 simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan 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 just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

Watch the 2026 T20 World Cup for free with ExpressVPN.

If you want to get the most out of your 3D printer, you need to make sure the filament you feed it is in top condition. Buying good-quality filament isn’t enough; you need to reduce the amount of moisture stored within it to avoid some of the most common printing problems.

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Elite Trainer Box has dropped to $99.45 at Amazon — about $10 off its usual $109.99 list price.

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Elite Trainer Boxes tied to newer Pokémon TCG expansions don’t often fall in price, but Amazon has cut a decent amount off one of 2025’s most popular ETBs. As of Feb. 17, the Mega Lucario version of the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Elite Trainer Box is now down to $99.45 on Amazon, cutting its usual $109.99 list price. 

For this lower price, you’ll get the same type of content Pokémon fans can expect from other ETBs: 

• Nine Mega Evolution booster packs

• Full-art foil promo card featuring Riolu

• 65 card sleeves

• 40 Energy cards

• Six damage counter dice

• Collector’s storage box with dividers (to help keep everything organized)

If you’ve been keeping an eye on Mega Evolution pricing lately, you’ll already know how rare it is to see these boxes dip below the $100 mark. For months, fluctuating stock levels and inflated reseller listings have kept prices higher than many collectors would like. Thankfully, things are starting to shift again as newer supply settles and discounts begin appearing more frequently on Amazon.

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While prices across trading card marketplaces can vary depending on demand, Amazon remains one of the easier places to pick up Mega Evolution products that are readily available without overly breaking the bank. Dedicated trading card platform TCGplayer is completely out of stock for this version of the Mega Evolution ETB right now, so Amazon is the place to buy.

For more Pokémon TCG deals at Amazon, Ascended Heroes Tech Sticker Collections are still available for around $45. You can also pick up the Pokémon TCG’s Mega Evolution 3-Pack Blister for only $34.99.

TL;DR: The Alienware (AW3423DWF) 34-inch curved QD-OLED gaming monitor is on sale for $499.99 at Amazon, down from its usual $699 list price — a nearly $200 saving on a premium ultrawide display.

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One of the biggest obstacles to upgrading your gaming setup’s monitor to an OLED is the high price point of big-brand models, but Alienware might have just solved that problem. As of Feb. 17, the 34-inch Alienware QD-OLED gaming monitor (AW3423DWF model) has dropped to $499.99 on Amazon, marking the lowest price we’ve seen for this premium ultrawide gaming screen — as confirmed with price tracker camelcamelcamel. 

You’re getting a monitor that’s built around a 34-inch Quantum Dot OLED panel with a 3440x1440 resolution and a cinematic 21:9 aspect ratio, and designed to pull you into games without cluttering your desk with multiple displays. The 1,800R curve aims to keep visuals comfortably in view, while the deep contrast and vibrant color performance helps everything from competitive shooters like Fortnite to cinematic RPGs such as Final Fantasy XVI or Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.

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Performance-wise, you’re looking at a speedy 165Hz refresh rate paired with an ultra-fast 0.1ms response time, which should keep fast-paced action feeling smooth and responsive. What’s more, support for AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 also helps reduce screen tearing and enhance darker scenes; this makes it especially great for both longer gaming sessions or when you’re playing in a well-lit room, which could normally make darker gameplay moments or cutscenes harder to see.

Beyond gaming, Alienware also has its Creator Mode and extensive connectivity options, which make it a flexible pick for content creation or multitasking workflows. Along with customizable AlienFX lighting and a sleek Legend 2.0 design, there’s lots of added value with this record deal.

We knew Nothing would be up to something (sorry) during this year's Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, but the company just made it official by sending us an invite for the launch of its next smartphone, the Nothing 4a.

The event is technically happening during MWC, which is held from March 2 to 5, 2026, but it will take place in London, UK. It starts at 10:30 a.m. GMT (5:30 a.m. ET), and it will be livestreamed on Nothing's website.

SEE ALSO: MWC 2026: What to expect at the world's largest phone show

The invite's tagline is "something new is coming," though there's not a lot of mystery here, as the invite also says that the event is about the Nothing Phone 4a series.

During last year's MWC, Nothing launched two smartphones, the Nothing 3a and Nothing 3a Pro. Both were slick-looking, fairly affordable mid-rangers with big displays, big batteries, and a couple of Nothing-specific software features.

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There's no official world on what, exactly, is coming, but we're probably going to see Nothing Phone 4a and Phone 4a Pro, both featuring Snapdragon 7-series chips. While Nothing is best known for its monochromatic designs, the new phones will probably be available in several colors.

Fun fact: Nothing's launch event will be held just one day after Apple's 'special experience' event, where the company is expected to launch a multitude of new products (as referenced by Nothing CEO Carl Pei's cheeky tweet). As we've said in our recent MWC overview, it's going to be a busy couple of weeks for gadget lovers.

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SAVE OVER $90: As of Feb. 17, the Kamrui Hyper H1 Mini Gaming PC has been marked down to $419.97 at Amazon. This saves you $90.02 off its list price of $509.99.

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If you've been searching for a desktop computer but don't want to splash out on a massive build, it's worth looking into a mini PC. Now is a great time to be shopping, with some great Presidents' Day deals still live. Over at Amazon, the Kamrui Hyper H1 Mini Gaming PC is among the many deals still live, marked down to $419.97 for a limited time.

The Kamrui Hyper H1 Mini Gaming PC usually comes with a price tag of $509.99, but you can save just over $90 right now. Considering it has a "limited time deal" tag right now, it's worth keeping in mind that it may not stay on sale for long. Act fast to score it at this low price.

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Don't let its smaller, compact size fool you. The Kamrui Hyper H1 Mini Gaming PC packs a punch. It features an AMD Ryzen 7 6800H processor for smooth, speedy performance, alongside 32GB DDR5 RAM and 512GB NVMe SSD. It can even support up to three displays simultaneously, which is great if you want a multi-monitor setup to maximize productivity.

Don't miss out on this great deal on the Kamrui Hyper H1 Mini Gaming PC at Amazon. Curious what else Amazon has on sale right now? Have a look at our rundown of Amazon's Presidents' Day sale to see what other deals are still live.

SAVE $30: As of Feb. 17, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE are on sale for $119.99 at Amazon. That's $30 off their list price of $149.99.

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We're slowly inching towards spring. Looking forward to getting outside in the sunshine and jamming to your favorite tunes? It's worth investing in a good pair of earbuds that can keep up. Thankfully, even as Presidents' Day sales start to wind down, Amazon has some great deals to check out. This includes a limited-time discount on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE earbuds.

As of Feb. 17, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE earbuds have been marked down to $119.99 at Amazon. This deal saves you $30 on their list price of $149.99. This deal applies to both the black and gray colors, so you can pick out your favorite pair on sale.

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With the help of Active Noise Cancellation, these earbuds make sure no outside sounds get in the way. And for those moments when you'd rather hear a bit more of what's going on around you, they also feature an Ambient mode. The battery can even last up to 24 hours with the help of the charging case when you have ANC switched on.

This offer on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE may not last for long. So if they've caught your eye, now is the time to make a move on them.

Looking for even more great deals available at Amazon right now? Check out our breakdown of Amazon's Presidents' Day sale to see what other discounts are still live.