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The president of the United States is gleefully posting AI slop on the internet, imagining a world where one of his predecessors is imprisoned.

President Donald Trump posted the video on his website Truth Social. In the AI-generated video, Trump is sitting with former President Barack Obama at the White House — a scene reminiscent of their real, awkward meetings — before agents come in and abduct Obama. The AI-generated Trump smiles as Obama is hauled off to prison, shown behind bars in an orange jumpsuit.

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While behavior like this from a sitting president may have once been shocking, it's not surprising that Trump would latch onto AI-generated attacks toward Obama. He's posted frequently about his predecessor since Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard claimed there was evidence that the Obama administration promoted the idea that Russia interfered with the 2016 election.

The timing of the Truth Social post and the claims from Gabbard are interesting, considering liberals and many MAGA diehards alike strongly criticized Trump for keeping Jeffrey Epstein's files under wraps. The president was even ratioed on Truth Social over his comments on Epstein, which feels nearly impossible. The handling of Epstein's files — and Trump's long-documented friendship with the deceased financier famously charged with sex trafficking of minors — have become a real problem for the president.

So now, a few days later, we have Trump gleefully imagining Obama's arrest. When in doubt, it feels like a safe tactic for the president.

SAVE $154: The Sonos Ace headphones in black are on sale at Amazon for $295, marked down from the normal price of $449. That's a 34% discount and a new record-low.

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Prime Day is now long gone but the sale prices haven't quit. Some items are still chilling at their lower prices even though the event ended ten days ago. Plus, a few special items have just hit a record low. If you're searching for high-quality headphones that don't come with a major price tag, check out this new deal at Amazon.

As of July 21, the Sonos Ace headphones in black are on sale for $295 at Amazon, down from the usual price of $449. That works out to a 34% discount that takes $154 off the price — an extra $4 off compared to the sale price we spotted last week. This $295 sale price the best Amazon has ever offered.

Launched in 2024, the Sonos Ace headphones mark the brand's first venture into headphones. Mashable Deputy Editor of Shopping and Reviews Miller Kern tested them out, and left feeling impressed overall. One of the biggest negatives Kern mentioned was the high price point, which is now dramatically lower thanks to today's sale.

"I’ll admit I’m not the biggest audio snob, but testing headphones for a living definitely makes me aware of the differences between good sound quality and outstanding sound quality," wrote Kern in her review. "Other headphones I’ve tested pale in comparison to Sonos Ace when it comes to sound quality."

While the usual $449 price point of the Sonos Ace puts them pretty high up on the pricing scale, scoring them for $295 feels a lot more reasonable. For comparison, the brand new Sony XM6 headphones sell for close to $450 and our beloved Bose QuietComfort Ultras are $449.

The Sonos Ace are especially great if you have Sonos soundbar at home that pairs with the Ace, including the Sonos Arc Ultra, Arc, Beam, or Ray. This features moves sound output from the soundbar to your headphones for a movie viewing experience like none other.

Since they're down to a record-low price at Amazon of $295, consider gifting yourself the Sonos Ace headphones. Kern wrote, "I would recommend Sonos Ace to people who 1) are true audiophiles who value incredible sound quality above all else, and 2) have a Sonos ecosystem at home and will use the TV audio swap feature with their Sonos Ace and soundbar." If that's you, now is a great time to buy.

The best headphone and speaker deals to shop this week

• Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds — $24.99 (List Price $39.99)

• JBL Flip 6 Portable Bluetooth Speaker — $99.00 (List Price $129.95)

• Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker — $99.00 (List Price $149.00)

• Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones — $278.00 (List Price $349.99)

• JBL Bar 300 5.0ch Compact Soundbar — $449.95

• Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones   — $38.00 (List Price $59.99)

For a limited time, you can snag the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15.6" HD Laptop for an astonishingly low price of just $160 at Best Buy. That's a massive $90 in savings off its regular price of $250, making this an absolute steal if you're in the market for a new laptop, and it's set up with Windows 11.

SAVE $140: As of July 21, get the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 for just $159.99 — officially its lowest price ever. Shop now at Amazon and save $140 for 47% off.

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If you're not an iPhone user, you've still got plenty of options when it comes to smartwatches. Sure, Apple Watches garner a lot of the hype, but if you're an Android user you need an alternative. Samsung's Galaxy Watches are your best bet. And right now is the best time to buy one of Samsung's smartwatches.

As of July 21, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 just dropped to its lowest price ever. Normally $299.99, this smartwatch has dropped in price down to $159.99. That's nearly 50% off, and saves you $140.

Earlier this month at Samsung Unpacked, the brand announced that the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and Galaxy Watch 8 Classic are coming on July 25. While this new generation of Samsung smartwatch will have the brand's most advanced features yet, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is still an exceptional model.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is made for wellness. Not only does it cover the basics like activity tracking and heart rate monitoring, but with Galaxy AI, it produces a daily energy score so you know when it's time to recover or when to push your daily workouts a little further. Not to mention, it's also a fantastic sleep tracker for round-the-clock health monitoring.

Don't miss out on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 at its lowest price ever. Shop at Amazon now, and grab it for just $159.99.

Microsoft has issued an emergency fix in its SharePoint software after hackers began exploiting a vulnerability to carry out widespread cyberattacks.

On Saturday, the company issued an alert saying organizations using the software should apply security updates immediately. SharePoint Online in Microsoft 365 was not hit by the attacks.

The Washington Post first broke the news, saying that the hacks were being used to launch an attack on targeted U.S. and international organizations. These attacks, conducted on both businesses and some federal agencies, saw hackers stealing sensitive data and passwords.

"We’ve been coordinating closely with CISA, DOD Cyber Defense Command and key cybersecurity partners globally throughout our response," said a company spokesperson in a statement.

Known as a "zero-day" attack, the threat is the result of a previously undetected vulnerability. Tens of thousands of servers were put at risk, according to CNN.

The Switch 2 is more than a decent successor to the highly popular original. It packs enough improvements to warrant a higher price, and a larger, 1080p screen is a most welcome upgrade. While I like what Nintendo did with it, I’m not planning to board the Switch 2 train anytime soon. Here’s why.

Open source developers are building an emulator called felix86, which allows you to run x86-designed software on RISC-V processors, and they recently showed off some AAA games being played through their emulator using Steam. It's a big step for the still-emerging world of RISC-V computing and gaming, specifically.

SAVE $350: The Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop is on sale at Amazon for $349.99, down from the standard price of $699.99. That's a 50% discount that matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

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Now that we're over halfway through summer, we're all trying to squeeze in as much enjoyment as possible. That means chores are set aside in exchange for outdoor movie nights, trips to the beach, and clutching our personal fans like never before. If you're in this camp and would love to ignore cleaning your floors, check out this Amazon deal.

As of July 21, the Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop is on sale for $349.99 at Amazon, marked down from the usual price of $699.99. That's a 50% discount that takes a massive $350 off the price. It also matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

The world of robot vacuums has gone wild over the last few years and we now have thousands of models to choose from. Shark has been a standout option that tends to hit the sweet spot between quality and affordability. When Mashable Tech Editor Timothy Beck Werth tested out the Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 back in 2023, he was impressed. It even earned a prestigious Mashable Choice award.

"The robot vacuum space may be dominated by iRobot and Roborock, but Shark has quietly released one of the best robot vacuums we've tested," wrote Beck Werth in the review. Shark uses impressive mapping technology that makes this model plenty functional when combined with its cleaning power. Plus, the self-emptying charging base can hold up to 60 days worth of debris.

SEE ALSO: Act fast to score the Roborock S8 Max Ultra robot vacuum for its record-low price

The Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 also earns a spot on Mashable's ranking of the best Shark robot vacuums, coming in as the best budget robot vacuum that also mops. A note-worthy feature of this Shark robot vacuum model is its Matrix Clean technology with auto-detects areas that need extra cleaning and uses a grid pattern to clean, rather than a once-over.

When Mashable Senior Shopping Reporter Leah Stodart tested the Shark's cleaning power, she noted, "In my testing, I watched the Matrix Plus 2-in-1 successfully clear crumbs near the kitchen counter, kitty litter in my bathroom, and minor drops on hardwood or tile several times — messes that similarly-priced Roombas I tested couldn't conquer in one pass."

Shark says this model is also pretty great for pet owners since it's designed to suck up pet hair with the self-cleaning brushroll.

While it's an impressive robot vacuum and mop combo when at full price, it's an even better option when it's 50% off. Before the sale price disappears, snag the Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 while it's down to $349.99 at Amazon. Once you employ the help of a robot, you'll never go back.

The best home and kitchen deals to shop this week

• Skylight Frame 10-inch Digital Picture Frame — $139.99

• Ninja Crispi Air Fryer — $159.95 (List Price $179.99)

• Birdfy AI Smart Solar Powered Bird Feeder with Camera — $159.99 (List Price $249.99)

• KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer — $379.95 (List Price $499.99)

• Eufy Omni C20 Robot Vacuum and Mop With Self-Emptying Base — $419.99 (List Price $699.99)

Tesla would really, really like you to buy its cars, and is seemingly ready to do whatever it takes to make it happen.

As noted by Electrek and Gizmodo, the company is now offering a number of new offers, discounts, and incentives for buyers in the U.S.

The full list is available here, but it includes lease incentives, free upgrades, free Supercharging, and more.

The offers are clearly part of Tesla's push to move as many cars before the federal tax credit for EVs expires at the end of September, and – potentially – a way to boost the quarter and offset some of the the rapidly declining sales in Europe.

What's interesting about these offers is that they can be combined with one another for a pretty sweet deal. Highlights (besides the $7,500 EV credit) include free Full Self-Driving transfer from one's current Tesla vehicle to a new one (including the CyberTruck), and a $1,000 discount for "American Heroes" (including the military, first responders, teachers and students), both of which are valid for any new Tesla purchase.

As for individual models, buyers can get different perks depending on which car they choose, including free upgrades, low APR financing, discounted lease terms, and, for the Model 3 alone, 18 months of free Supercharging.

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It's all great if you can stand Musk and his politics, which a sizeable number of potential buyers clearly cannot. With the ongoing Musk-Trump feud, and the federal tax credit incentives going away soon, Tesla might have to dig deep to find the offers that will lure in enough buyers.

NINTENDO SWITCH 2 RESTOCK: As of July 21, the hard-to-find Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle is back in stock at Target.

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If you’ve been dying to get your hands on the Nintendo Switch 2, now’s your chance. Right now, you can get your hands on the Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle on Target.

To see if it’s available at a Target near you, you can enter your zip code on the product page. Note: The consoles aren’t available available for in-store pickup or local delivery at this time.

SEE ALSO: Review: 'Mario Kart World' is chaotic, hilarious fun

The Nintendo Switch 2 has been notoriously hard to get a hold of since it launched earlier this year. Pre-orders were a colossal disaster, and since the console's actual release in June, restocks have been few and far between. Even Amazon is capitalizing on the scarcity by selling the console on an “invite-only” basis.

Setting up a home theater system doesn’t have to be as complicated as it used to be. You no longer need expensive specialized gear just to test and calibrate your sound. You can turn your phone into a top-tier sound analyzer with an app.

Video games are all about making progress of some kind, and most of them can't be completed in a single session, so it makes sense that you can "save" your progress and keep playing later without starting from scratch.

Not all entry-level luxury SUVs deliver the upscale experience buyers expect, but this one does. With refined design, smooth performance, and thoughtful features, it punches well above its weight in the luxury segment.

Hulu never ceases to impress with its constantly-rotating roster of new and older movies to watch. The service likes to keep things fresh for its subscribers with a healthy mix of highly-rated blockbusters, Hulu originals, and even more niche, indie fare that makes browsing the catalog a joy.

Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.

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 today: Hints and answers for July 21 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's The Mini crossword answers for July 21, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

Nervousness.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

The letter Z appears twice.

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

Today's Wordle starts with the letter T.

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...

TIZZY.

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.

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

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

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

Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

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

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections?

The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for July 21 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: A gift

• Green: States of water

• Blue: Seen in a popular sitcom

• Purple: Punctuation

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

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

• Yellow: Additional perk

• Green: Phase transitions for liquids

• Blue: Concepts from "Seinfeld"

• Purple: What ' can indicate

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 #771 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Additional perk: BONUS, EXTRA, GRAVY, ICING

• Phase transitions for liquids: CONDENSATION, FREEZING, MELTING, VAPORIZATION

• Concepts from "Seinfeld": FESTIVUS, REGIFTING, SHRINKAGE, YADA YADA

• What ' can indicate: CONTRACTION, FOOT, POSSESSIVE, QUOTE

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 July 21

Are you also playing NYT Strands?

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

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

If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game.

Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special, word or phrase that sums up that day's theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.

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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 preferrined pace.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for July 21 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for July 21 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: I fold!

The words are paper-related.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words are ways to fold paper.

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 Origami.

Featured Video For You Strands 101: How to win NYT’s latest word game NYT Strands word list for July 21

• Fish

• Crane

• Boat

• Frog

• Kite

• Origami

• Butterfly

• Heart

• Flower

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 today's Strands.

It's safe to say I'm a big fan of gaming. I spent a lot of my childhood and quarters in arcades and even more time playing different gaming consoles. Over the years, I've owned more gaming systems than I'd like to admit, and I have favorite games on each platform.

SAVE $500: As of July 21, the Roborock S8 Max Ultra robot vacuum and mop is on sale at Amazon for $799.99. This is $500 off its list price of $1,299.99 and marks its best-ever price according to price tracker camelcamelcamel.

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A robot vacuum is a worthy investment if you're looking for a little extra help around the house. Thankfully, even after summertime sales, there are quite a few still available at a heavy discount. One that's caught our eye recently is the Roborock S8 Max Ultra robot vacuum and mop, which is down to its best-ever price right now according to price tracker camelcamelcamel.

Normally, the Roborock S8 Max Ultra robot vacuum and mop is listed for $1,299.99, but it's currently marked down 38% to $799.99 at Amazon. This allows you to save $500. It's listed as a limited-time deal, so act fast to score it at this low price.

SEE ALSO: The best robot vacuums in 2025

The Roborock S8 Max Ultra is both a vacuum and a mop, so your home can get a more efficient clean. When it comes to the former, it offers 8000Pa suction that can grab any hair, dirt, or debris that's dropped on your floor throughout the day. And with the mop, your floors will get a deep clean with the help of dual vibration modules that offer high-speed scrubbing of 4,000 times per minute.

This robot vacuum and mop combo also features PreciSense LiDAR technology, so it can map out and navigate any obstacles in your home with ease. If you're looking for a little cleaning assistance this summer, this deal on the Roborock S8 Max Ultra robot vacuum and mop is worth a look/

It's not the only robot vacuum deal that's crossed our radar, either. Right now at Amazon, you can also score a great deal on the Shark NeverTouch Pro Vacuum-Mop Combo, which is down to its lowest-ever price.

SAVE $80: As of July 21, the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) is on sale for $169 at Amazon. This is 32% off its list price $249.

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The big summer sale events may be over, but that doesn't mean there aren't still some great deals to find. In particular, there are some amazing Apple deals floating around. One of our favorites we've comes across recently is on the Apple Watch SE 2, which is marked down to under $200 right now.

The Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) is currently on sale for $169. This is a 32% discount from its list price of $249, allowing you to save $80. If you've been on the hunt for a smartwatch, this is a deal well worth jumping on that won't make a huge dent in your wallet.

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If you're already an Apple user, the Apple Watch SE 2 fits in perfectly to the Apple ecosystem — allowing you to take calls or answer texts from your wrist — and boasts plenty of features that cover the health and fitness basics you'd want from a smartwatch. Some of these include an activity tracker, heart rate tracker, and a sleep tracker, but this smartwatch also has safety features like Fall Detection, Crash Detection, and Emergency SOS. On top of that, it is even water resistant up to 50 meters.

If you've been looking to invest in a smartwatch, there's no better time than now to do it with this discount on the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) at Amazon.

As mentioned before, there's quite a few more Apple deals that have caught our eye recently. Another big one worth checking out is on the 2025 MacBook Air, which is still at its Prime Day price.