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You don’t have to spend a ton of money to get fun accessories for your Jeep. 3D printing is a great way to get fully custom gear to mount to your Jeep (or hang on your wall) for just pennies worth of plastic. Here are five fun things that you can 3D print for your Jeep.

GET A FREE CHARGER BLOCK: As of April 8, when you grab the Anker Soundcore Sleep A30 Special earbuds at Amazon for $199.99, you can claim a free Anker Nano USB-C fast-charging block (a $19.99 value). Here's how.

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Free stuff isn't easy to come by in 2026. Unless, of course, you know where to look. Amazon likes to hide free stuff in plain sight, like this Anker Nano charging block.

As of April 8, when you purchase a pair of Anker Soundcore Sleep A30 Special earbuds at Amazon for $199.99, you can claim a free Anker Nano USB-C fast-charging block. Once you add the Sleep A30 buds to your cart, head to this promotional page or click on "How to claim" underneath the Prime logo where it says "Get 1 free item when you buy 1 select item(s)." Since you've already added the earbuds to your cart, go ahead and tick the box for "Benefit items" on the left side of your screen (in the middle if you're on mobile). Then add the Anker Nano USB-C charger block to your cart. You'll see the savings reflected at checkout.

Obviously, that's a lot of money to spend just to get a free charging block. But if you're already shopping for a premium pair of sleep earbuds, you might as well take advantage of the free gift.

The Sleep A30 Special earbuds are our favorite amongst sleep earbuds. Not only do they offer active noise cancellation, but also decent battery life (8-10 hours with ANC), Calm app integration, and a design that's comfortable for side sleepers. Mashable's tester Bethany Allard writes, "They're certainly the best overall pick for anyone looking for sleep earbuds suited to most any sleep setting."

SAVE $150: As of April 8, get the Apple MacBook Air (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) for $949 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,099. That's a discount of 14% and the lowest price we've seen.

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If you're shopping for a new laptop, there's an easy recommendation we can make: one of Apple's new MacBook Air models. Despite releasing nearly a month ago, this M5-equipped version of the laptop has dropped to the lowest price we've seen, which means it's time to pick one up.

As of April 8, get the Apple MacBook Air (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) for $949 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,099. That's $150 off and a discount of 14%. It's also the lowest price we've seen.

SEE ALSO: Regularly $999, score a MacBook Air for $200 with this limited-time deal

This M5 version of the popular M4 Air isn't leaps and bounds ahead of its predecessor, but it's a great pick if you're ready to bring home a new computer. It's the perfect place to start with its expansive base storage, Apple's N1 wireless chip for WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 6 support, and of course, the M5 chip.

It's kitted out with all the niceties you'd expect from the M4 Air as well, including the 60Hz Liquid Retina display, 12MP Center Stage webcam, Thunderbolt 4 ports, and a lengthy 18-hour battery life to work with. That makes it a great contender for all the things you might need to get done on the go.

If you want to snag this zippy MacBook Air for an excellent discount this early, now's the time to go ahead and buy in. Lock yours in before the discount disappears.

Most people check the weather on their iPhone or by asking a smart assistant. Recently, though, I’ve been using a new method: CarPlay. I like knowing what the weather will be when I leave my car, and with these three tips, I’ve found it to be especially convenient.

Despite the fact that the Artemis II astronauts have been sending back absolutely stunning photos and videos of the lunar surface, a never-before-seen solar eclipse, Earthrise, and Earthset, viral AI videos of the moon are also going viral.

As with any major news event, AI slop farmers are taking the opportunity to share misleading and fabricated AI videos of the Artemis II mission. And even some of the more obvious examples of fake AI videos are racking up millions of views on platforms like X and TikTok.

We've seen the same phenomenon occur with other recent news events, from lighthearted viral moments like Punch the monkey to much more serious events like the war in Iran.

SEE ALSO: Disinformation on U.S.-Iran war takes over the internet

AI video models have become much more sophisticated over the past year, and it can sometimes be difficult to distinguish between fiction and reality online. However, careful observation can often identify clear tells that you're watching an AI video. In other cases, common sense can be your guide.

As the world watched the Artemis II lunar flyby, some social media users have been sharing fantastical AI videos and images depicting rocks rolling across the lunar surface or impossible geological formations. Other users are representing images of the lunar surface as if they were high-definition videos captured by the Orion spacecraft, dubbed Integrity by its crew.

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As ever, look for AI artifacts that suggest you're watching altered or synthetic content. AI videos also tend to be made up of very short clips, typically eight to 15 seconds in length. Finally, they will typically be posted by low-authority accounts with a history of posting AI slop and engagement bait.

Fortunately, the imagery sent back from Orion has been breathtaking.

So, if you're looking for never-before-seen glimpses of the lunar surface or planet Earth, all you have to do is bookmark the NASA image and video library — or keep an eye on Mashable's space coverage.

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Whether you're navigating a dark crawlspace or working under a vehicle, proper lighting is just as important as hand or power tools. Milwaukee is a fan favorite, but many users overlook its lighting solutions. Milwaukee LED lights use high-definition TRUEVIEW technology and deliver plenty of brightness in a durable package.

SAVE $600: The Dreame L50 Ultra robot vacuum and mop is on sale at Amazon for $799.99, down from the list price of $1,399.99 at Dreame. That's a 43% discount.

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Welcome to pollen season. It happens to coincide with warmer weather that begs for throwing open the windows. That invitation for pollen to drift inside is not ideal if you have seasonal allergies. However, a powerful air purifier and robot vacuum might just mean you can have open windows without major allergies. Check out this robot vacuum and mop combo deal at Amazon today.

As of April 8, the Dreame L50 Ultra robot vacuum and mop is on sale at Amazon for $799.99, down from the list price of $1,399.99 at Dreame. That's a 43% discount that shaves $600 off the normal price.

Instead of worrying about pollen settling on the floors and in the carpet, enlist a robot vacuum to help clean up daily. The Dreame L50 Ultra uses 19,500Pa suction power to clean up dirt, dander, crumbs, and smaller particles like pollen. Plus, it comes with Dreame's obstacle avoidance technology which is programmed to avoid over 180 objects like cables, shoes, toys, and more.

SEE ALSO: The Eufy E25 robot vacuum has dropped to its lowest-ever price at Amazon — save $400 right now

When it comes time to mop up messes, the Dreame uses TripleUp Tech which lifts the side and main brush while lowering the mop pads. Dreame mentions this ensures the vacuuming brushes stay dry. The PowerDock uses hot-water cleaning and drying to make sure the mop pads get clean between uses.

The Dreame L50 is also designed to handle higher thresholds and it's equipped with retractable legs that allow it to climb as high as 1.65 inches. That won't climb stairs, but it will ensure the robot can make it between rooms on the same floor.

While it's on sale for a major $600 discount, equip your home with the powerful and versatile Dreame L50 Ultra robot vacuum and mop. Both the white and black colorways are on sale for under $800.

You might just step into a robotaxi the next time you want to see a Dodgers or Lakers game. Uber and Volkswagen's MOIA mobility division have revealed that they'll offer rides in autonomous ID. Buzz electric vans in late 2026.

TL;DR: Get the iPhone 17 Pro for $0.00 per month at AT&T when you trade in an eligible device and sign up for a qualifying unlimited plan on a 36-month installment agreement.

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If you've been eyeing the new iPhone 17 Pro but your wallet is telling you to wait, we found a deal that might be good enough to change your mind.

Right now, you can get the brand-new Apple iPhone 17 Pro at AT&T for $0.00 per month. That's basically a $1,100 discount. But there's a small catch: You'll need to trade in an eligible device (worth at least $230) and sign up for a qualifying unlimited plan under a 36-month installment agreement.

SEE ALSO: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs. iPhone 16 Pro Max: What are the differences?

The best part is that this deal isn't just to lure in new lines — existing customers get the exact same offer. You can score the full $1,100 discount on an eligible plan like Extra 2.0, or if you don't want to change your current Unlimited Starter or Starter SL plan, you can still get up to $830 off with a $130 or higher trade-in value. If you're tied to another carrier, AT&T will offer up to $800 per line to help you break your contract and switch over.

On Spotify, I always struggle to find different music to listen to. Spotify's recommendations are fine but rarely help me discover something truly amazing. By chance, I discovered a bizarre method that has helped me find some amazing music.

RAID 0 is known for two things: fast transfer speeds, zero redundancy. Even with the risks associated with RAID 0, I still run a RAID 0 array in my homelab, but only because I can rely on a non-RAID 0 array to keep everything safe.

While QR codes can be useful in some circumstances, I'd never felt like they would be much use in my smart home. It took one automation to make me realize how useful they could be.

If you've ever converted a video or ripped audio, there is a good chance you've used FFmpeg without ever realizing it. However, it can do so much more if you learn a few extra commands.

DisplayPort has taken over as the superior choice for connecting a PC to a display. This is largely because DisplayPort was designed with PCs in mind, and that shows in how it behaves in real-world setups. For instance, my monitor would often default to 144Hz instead of its full 240Hz despite using HDMI 2.1, an issue that was quickly resolved by switching to a DisplayPort 1.4 cable.

The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you wear glasses.

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.

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SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for April 8, 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: Work buddy

• Green: Pleasing to the eye

• Blue: Barriers

• Purple: Found at LensCrafters

Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Cohort member

• Green: Aesthetic

• Blue: Kinds of bar apparatuses

• Purple: Eyewear in the singular

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 #1032 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Cohort member: ASSOCIATE, COLLEAGUE, FELLOW, PEER

• Aesthetic: DESIGN, LOOK, SCHEME, STYLE

• Kinds of bar apparatuses: MONKEY, PARALLEL, PULL-UP, UNEVER

• Eyewear in the singular: CONTACT, GOGGLE, SHADE, SPECTACLE

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 April 8, 2026

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

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.

Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you love to stay in bed.

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.

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 April 8, 2026 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: We're going under cover

The words are related to comfort.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe bed toppings.

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 Bed Clothes.

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NYT Strands word list for April 8

• Afghan

• Throw

• Blanket

• Bed Clothes

• Spread

• Comforter

• Quilt

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.

Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you love being by the water.

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 April 8, 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 April 8, 2026 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

A bay.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no recurring letters.

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

Today's Wordle starts with the letter I.

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...

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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.

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.

You may have noticed that you can unlock your Android phone with your face, but things like mobile payments require a PIN or fingerprint. Unlike the iPhone, most Android phones don’t have secure enough face recognition—here are the ones that do.

The beauty of Linux is that it gives you a minimal base on top of which you can build a customized system exactly how you like. However, that also means going through the painstakingly long process of installing all your apps and packages one at a time. Thankfully, there's a better way—a few actually—that allows you to install everything you need in a single shot.