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Most people see USB flash drives as simple tools designed for basic tasks like moving files between computers, flashing new BIOS updates, and installing operating systems. Much to the horror and dismay of my colleagues, I use my flash drives to back up my most important files. While it might not be the best solution, I still refuse to listen.

Amazon, Apple, Google, Samsung. These smart home brands get most of the attention, but there's another one out there making cool stuff that, at least here in the US, is easy to overlook.

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The Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete robot vacuum and mop has earned high praise from our experts, securing top spot as the best robot vacuum of 2026 in our roundup of the best robot vacuums. If you've been looking to splash out on a fancy combo cleaner like this ahead of spring, Prime members can grab this model on sale for $1,499.99.

This offer saves you $200 on the original list price of $1,699.99. This is an exclusive deal for Prime members only right now. If you're a subscriber, this is a great opportunity to save on a sleek and powerful cleaner. If you're not a member, perhaps it's time to sign up for a 30-day free trial?

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So what is it about the Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete that makes it stand out? According to Mashable's Leah Stodart in our roundup of the best robot vacuums, "The Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete is an incredibly well-rounded premium robot vacuum that would excel in a variety of homes."

Stodart continues on to say that, "Its market-leading 35,000 suction power and livestream pet camera make it the top contender for homes with pets. Its dual spinning mopping pads are more precise around edges than a flat mop or a roller mop, speaking to anyone who'd cringe watching a robot vacuum completely ignore a corner or wall edge." Plus, it has a very slim 3.13-inch size, so it can easily scoot under furniture.

If you're a Prime member, this is an excellent opportunity to save on the Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete robot vacuum and mop at Amazon.

As an avid user of AI tools, I was instantly intrigued when I overheard a conversation about AI assistants that Linux users could access and use via a desktop app. The discussion aroused my curiosity because it made me realize that, although I use Copilot on Windows, I don't usually use an AI companion on Linux primarily because, unlike Windows, Linux distributions usually don't have built-in AI companions.

If you’ve ever considered buying a 3D printer, you’ve probably come across Prusa Research and its signature black and orange 3D printers. The brand has a fierce following among enthusiasts thanks to its open-source philosophy and unique manufacturing processes.

Apple's MacBook Neo is the company's cheapest laptop by far, but according to a new report, it may also be both easier and cheaper to repair than other Macs.

Ars Technica dug into Apple's official Neo repair documentation, and came away with good news: The MacBook Neo is more modular, and easier to repair than other modern MacBooks.

For example, the battery should be easy to replace, with just some shielding and cables in the way. The keyboard is a separate component, meaning it should be possible to replace it independently.

In contrast, a new MacBook Air has the keyboard integrated into the top part of the laptop, making it near-impossible to replace independently. As a result, fixing the keyboard on a MacBook Air or a Pro will likely be far more expensive than on a MacBook Neo.

Ars Technica's findings are supported by actual teardowns of the MacBook Neo. YouTube channel Tech Re-Nu has disassembled the MacBook Neo and found that it has an extremely simple internal design with a removable battery and lots of modular parts, including the USB-C ports, speakers, and headphone jack.

SEE ALSO: MacBook Neo: Here's everything reviewers didn’t like

This is great news for MacBook Neo customers, who are likely to be very cost-sensitive when it comes to repairs. If you purchase a laptop for $599, you definitely don't want to spend half the amount or more to fix its keyboard.

For 13 years, Peaky Blinders has been quietly building a massive fandom. It's one of the best shows you've probably never seen. As Proma Khosla put it in her Mashable article, "Everyone I’ve ever talked to about the BBC period drama has either never even heard the name, or is obsessed with it."

Even the creator of the show, Steven Knight, is astonished at the "Peaky Blinders" fandom. When Knight visited our Say More studio to speak with Executive Producer Mark Stetson about the new film Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, he told stories of rap stars Snoop Dogg and A$AP Rocky demanding to meet him to tell them how much they loved the show. His meeting with A$AP Rocky ended up leading to a once-in-a-lifetime Christmas dinner at Knight's house!

Bringing an epic and beloved story like Peaky Blinders to a close had to be done in a manner that not only honored the characters but also the loyal audience. Luckily, Knight knew from the very beginning how this story would end: "I always wanted to finish this part of the 'Peaky' story with a film in the Second World War." He wanted the full story to span from post-World War 1 to World War 2 to show how those wars affected the often forgotten working class in England.

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Tommy Shelby (played by Cillian Murphy) is the head of the Peaky Blinders, the pivotal character of the series with a fashion sense rivaled only by the American gangsters of the 1900s. We find him at the start of Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man having separated himself from the family and the life he once knew. In the conversation with Stetson, Murphy, Knight and co-star Barry Keoghan talk about the incredible moment in the film where Tommy dusts off his legendary suit and becomes the superhero we all remember from the first six seasons of the series.

"He's like Batman," Knight exclaimed.

"Even I was cheering, and you were coming to get me," said Keoghan.

Murphy talks about figuring out the right moment to get Tommy back into his Peaky Blinders kit: "It's like drawing back the bow, and how long do you keep it taut before you let it go? And then when we let it off, the audience loved it."

(Watch the full Steven Knight interview on Mashable's YouTube channel.)

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man will stream on Netflix starting March 20.

Oh, weekend, weekend, what to watch? If you're a Paramount+ subscriber like me, that's probably a little rhyme you sing to yourself, too. The good news is, the service is actually pretty good when you want something new or new-ish or something that doesn't require a tin of mental prep.

TL;DR: The LG 32-inch UltraGear 4K OLED gaming monitor is down to $796.99 at Amazon, saving you $503 on list price. That’s a 39% discount on a glossy 4K OLED panel, Dual Mode 165Hz/330Hz refresh rates, and a near-instant 0.03ms response time.

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OLED gaming monitors are an expensive upgrade for any setup, but Amazon has dropped another discount on one of the best brands. As of March 13, the LG 32-inch UltraGear 4K OLED gaming monitor is available for $796.99 at Amazon, down from $1,299.99. That knocks $503 off the list price and puts this glossy OLED display under $800 for a limited time.

The 32-inch panel uses 4K UHD resolution, which gives you the sort of sharpness that makes open-world games like Elden Ring, creative work, and everyday browsing look crisp. Since it’s also an OLED display, you’re getting the deeper blacks and punchier contrasts that help pricier panels stand apart from standard LCD options. 

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LG boasts that this monitor has VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 support, a 1.5M:1 contrast ratio, and up to 98.5% DCI-P3 color coverage, which should translate to richer visuals across both games and streaming content.

In its standard mode, it can run 4K at up to 165Hz, but LG also includes a Dual Mode option that lets you switch to Full HD at up to 330Hz when you want a faster edge in competitive shooters like Fortnite or MOBAs like League of Legends. With a 0.03ms response time, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility, and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, it’s clearly designed to keep motion smooth when the gameplay action starts getting hectic.

If you’re willing to spend a bit more on an LG monitor, the 39-inch curved version of the UltraGear is on sale for under $900. As for other brands, Amazon has also knocked $300 off the 32-inch Samsung OLED M9 smart monitor. 

Every developer I know has been through the same cycle. You start a new project, and you need a database. So you download PostgreSQL or MySQL, go through configuration, and forget the password you set five minutes later. A few months down the line, you start another project that needs a different version of that database, or perhaps it needs Redis, and suddenly your host machine is a graveyard of services you installed once and forgot about.

SAVE $100: As of March 13, the Hisense 55-inch Class M7 Mini-LED 4K TV is $100 off at Walmart. Buy now for $298.

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When it comes to buying a new TV, price and screen size are important factors to keep in mind. If you're searching for a medium-sized screen that won't break the bank, the Hisense 55-inch Class M7 Mini-LED 4K TV deserves your attention.

As of March 13, the Hisense 55-inch Class M7 Mini-LED 4K TV is $100 off at Walmart. It's usually priced at $398, but this limited-time discount has brought the price down to just $298. This is a 2026 model, so any sort of discount is nice to see.

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This Hisense TV boasts Mini-LED technology, which offers up bright and colorful picture quality at all times. Pair that with 4K resolution and your movies, shows, and live sport are sure to look crisp and vibrant. It even offers picture and sound enhancements through Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos tech, making everything feel more immersive.

That's not all, though. Gamers can enjoy smooth gameplay with the help of Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), and a 60Hz panel. And on top of all that, it's a Google TV. If you love to use streaming services, this lets you keep all of your favorite apps in one convenient spot.

Don't miss out on your chance to save $100 on the Hisense 55-inch Class M7 Mini-LED 4K TV at Walmart.

SAVE OVER $1,000: As of March 13, the DJI Mavic 4 Pro Fly More Combo is on sale for $2,849 at Amazon. That's a 29% discount on the list price.

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The U.S. has recently placed a ban on the import of new foreign drones. Fortunately, this has no impact on current stock. So if you've been dreaming of a DJI drone, you've still got time to buy. And there's even better news, because as of March 13, the DJI Mavic 4 Pro Fly More Combo is heavily discounted at Amazon.

The DJI Mavic 4 Pro Fly More Combo is down to $2,849 at Amazon for a limited time. That's the best-ever price for this stacked bundle.

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The drone features a 100MP Hasselblad camera with a 4/3 CMOS sensor and Hasselblad Natural Color Solution, allowing 6K/60fps HDR video and highly detailed 100MP photos. It also includes dual telephoto cameras, a 48MP medium tele, and a 50MP tele lens.

Its infinity gimbal gives you 360° rotation, and the 0.1-Lux Nightscape Vision with omnidirectional obstacle sensing and LiDAR makes sure you can fly efficiently, even in very low light. It has a 95Wh battery that will give you up to 51 minutes of flight time, so this is an ideal option for longer shooting days.

With this discounted bundle you'll get the DJI Mavic 4 Pro, DJI RC 2, three Intelligent Flight Batteries, four pairs of Spare Propellers, two USB-C to USB-C Data Cables, a Storage Cover, the DJI 100W USB-C Power Adapter, the DJI Mavic Shoulder Bag, and the DJI Mavic 4 Pro Parallel Charging Hub.

Get this great DJI deal at Amazon now, while there's still stock.

If the acting thing doesn't work out, Ryan Gosling could easily have a career as a late night radio talk show host.

In the BBC Radio One clip above the Project Hail Mary star plays "Unpopular Opinion" with host Greg James, responding to callers giving opinions on everything from "more movies should be musicals" to "single people should get two Christmas presents".

The highlight? Gosling giving his own unpopular opinion at the end, talking up British wildlife and saying foxes "should be on all the merch" and that magpies are like "little Cary Grants". He's not wrong.

The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you're a math whiz.

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 March 13, 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: Decline

• Green: Math terms

• Blue: Famous structures

• Purple: An estimate

Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: "No thanks"

• Green: Kinds of numbers

• Blue: Kinds of walls

• Purple: Homophones of non-numeric amounts

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 #1005 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• "No thanks": LATER, NAH, NEXT TIME, PASS

• Kinds of numbers: EVEN, IRRATIONAL, PERFECT, PRIME

• Kinds of walls: BERLIN, BRICK, FOURTH, GREAT

• Homophones of non-numeric amounts: AWL, NUN, PHEW, SUM

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 March 13, 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're a folk music fan.

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 March 13, 2026 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for March 13, 2026 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Mountain band

The words are related to music.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe an earthy music.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is vertical.

NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is Bluegrass Music.

NYT Strands word list for March 13

• Banjo

• Mandolin

• Bluegrass Music

• Fiddle

• Harmonic

• Guitar

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 a good meal.

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 March 13, 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 March 13, 2026 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

Devoured.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

The letter E appears twice.

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

Today's Wordle starts with the letter E.

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...

EATEN

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.

Another week, another round of gloriously awkward SNL promos.

This time the man in the hot seat is Harry Styles, who appears in the clip above alongside Jane Wickline and Chloe Fineman. The Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally artist is both the host and musical guest this Saturday (or just host, if Wickline has her way).

As usual, the promos are the normal mix of very deadpan and very silly — props to all three of them for not breaking even once.

Linux is an accepted OS in the tech world, but that hasn't stopped Linux developers from trying to shake things up. Sometimes it works, but here are the times it hasn't.

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SAVE UP TO $50: Both the 11- and 13-inch M4 iPad Airs are discounted at Amazon. The 11-inch iPad Air (M4, 128GB, WiFi) has dropped to $559 from $599 ($40 off). The 13-inch iPad Air (M4, 128GB, WiFi) has dropped to $749 from $799 ($50 off).

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Apple's brand new M4 iPad Air models have landed, and if you've been hoping to scoop one up, Amazon has a surprise in store. As of March 13, both the 11-inch and 13-inch M4 iPad Air models (with 128GB of storage and WiFi) are up to $50 off for a limited time.

This has dropped the price of the 11-inch iPad Air (M4, 128GB, WiFi) from $599 to $559. The 13-inch iPad Air (M4, 128GB, WiFi) is down from $799 to $749. Considering they only just came out a couple of days ago, this is an impressive price drop.

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We think this iPad Air model is worth every cent. Mashable's Timothy Beck Werth got his hands on the new M4 iPad Air and said in his review that it, "Looks identical to the previous-gen version with the M3 chip, though it delivers faster performance thanks to an improved neural engine and Apple's N1 and C1X connectivity chips. Artists and note-takers will definitely appreciate this one." It even earned a Mashable Choice Award.

The standout new addition to this iPad Air is the M4 chip which, as Werth notes, delivers speedy performance. These particular models come with 128GB of storage, offering plenty of space for your favorite apps, photos, and much more. Plus, they each feature a sleek Liquid Retina display with P3 wide color, True Tone, and ultra-low reflectivity.

Take this opportunity to save on the 11-inch iPad Air and 13-inch iPad Air at Amazon.