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Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you have a strong immune system.

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 healthcare.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe medical remedies.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is vertical.

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NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is Pharmacy.

NYT Strands word list for August 4

• Medicine

• Immunization

• Pharmacy

• Counter

• Refill

• Consult

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

Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you have a good eye.

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.

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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 August 4, 2026 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

A pattern.

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 M.

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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...

MOTIF

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 the latest Wordle.

If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine.

There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown.

An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle.

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If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered.

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Intoxicated.

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BOOZY

Hurdle Word 2 hint

To protest.

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DEMUR

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Hurdle Word 3 hint

A path.

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TRAIL

Hurdle Word 4 hint

Correct.

Hurdle Word 4 answer

RIGHT

Final Hurdle hint

Practical joke.

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PRANK

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Apple has pulled the Telegram app from its App Store before reinstating it again, per reports.

The app was removed on Wednesday following the apparent discovery of content that violated Apple's guidelines around child sexual abuse material.

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"We briefly removed Telegram from the App Store after our review found content that violates our strict guidelines prohibiting child sexual abuse material," Apple wrote in a statement, per Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman. "The app was subsequently restored after the developer promptly removed the content and banned the user who posted it."

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The official Telegram app responded to Gurman's post on X with a link to its Safety Overview, which gives a summary of the amount of content Telegram deletes and bans that violate its Terms of Service.

"I'm sure this stance will be applied equally to all other apps in the store, in the future right?" read the post, tagging Apple's official account.

Telegram continued in the same tone on its main page, posting "reports of my demise are greatly exaggerated" along with an apple emoji.

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It's worth noting this isn't the first time something like this has happened. Apple pulled the Telegram app in 2018, citing "inappropriate content", before restoring it again once the issue was resolved.

If you have experienced sexual abuse, call the free, confidential National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673), or access the 24-7 help online by visiting online.rainn.org.

Apple has pulled the Telegram app from its App Store before reinstating it again, per reports.

The app was removed on Wednesday following the apparent discovery of content that violated Apple's guidelines around child sexual abuse material.

SEE ALSO: Telegram CEO arrested in investigation into criminal activity on platform

"We briefly removed Telegram from the App Store after our review found content that violates our strict guidelines prohibiting child sexual abuse material," Apple wrote in a statement, per Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman. "The app was subsequently restored after the developer promptly removed the content and banned the user who posted it."

This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.

The official Telegram app responded to Gurman's post on X with a link to its Safety Overview, which gives a summary of the amount of content Telegram deletes and bans that violate its Terms of Service.

"I'm sure this stance will be applied equally to all other apps in the store, in the future right?" read the post, tagging Apple's official account.

Telegram continued in the same tone on its main page, posting "reports of my demise are greatly exaggerated" along with an apple emoji.

This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.

It's worth noting this isn't the first time something like this has happened. Apple pulled the Telegram app in 2018, citing "inappropriate content", before restoring it again once the issue was resolved.

If you have experienced sexual abuse, call the free, confidential National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673), or access the 24-7 help online by visiting online.rainn.org.

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Pitch Black Elite Trainer Box is on sale for $69.95 at Amazon, down from its $119.99 list price.

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Pitch Black’s Elite Trainer Box has been steadily dropping in price since launch week, and Amazon has just pushed the nine-pack Pokémon TCG box to an all-time low price.

As of Aug. 4, you can pick up the Pokémon TCG’s Pitch Black Elite Trainer Box for $69.95 at Amazon. The retailer has shaved $50.04 from the $119.99 list price, bringing the box down by 42% altogether. That’s the lowest-ever price for the Pitch Black ETB — confirmed with price tracker camelcamelcamel.

More importantly, Amazon’s deal sits $2.64 below TCGplayer’s current unopened market price of $72.59 — and is even sold and shipped directly by Amazon, rather than coming through one of the marketplace’s many third-party sellers. At the time of writing, you’ll get free delivery as fast as Aug. 8. 

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Over on TCGplayer, an unopened listing is available for $72.99 with shipping included, but the seller requires a minimum order of two. Another option costs $70, plus an extra $8 shipping fee.

No matter where you buy from, you’ll get an ETB containing nine Pitch Black booster packs, one full-art foil Zarude promo card, 65 card sleeves, 40 Energy cards, and a player’s guide to the trading card game’s latest expansion. At this low price, you’re looking at $7.77 per pack before considering even the accessories and promo cards — a nice saving compared to the $9.97 per pack price for single Pitch Black boosters on Amazon. 

Although prices have dropped slightly since launch, Pitch Black still has plenty of valuable chase cards worth up to nearly $300 that you can pull, or buy directly from TCGplayer separately — including SIR Mega Darkai ex, MHR Mega Darkrai ex, and SIR Morpeko ex. 

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Pitch Black Elite Trainer Box is on sale for $69.95 at Amazon, down from its $119.99 list price.

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$119.99 Save $50.04   Get Deal

Pitch Black’s Elite Trainer Box has been steadily dropping in price since launch week, and Amazon has just pushed the nine-pack Pokémon TCG box to an all-time low price.

As of Aug. 4, you can pick up the Pokémon TCG’s Pitch Black Elite Trainer Box for $69.95 at Amazon. The retailer has shaved $50.04 from the $119.99 list price, bringing the box down by 42% altogether. That’s the lowest-ever price for the Pitch Black ETB — confirmed with price tracker camelcamelcamel.

More importantly, Amazon’s deal sits $2.64 below TCGplayer’s current unopened market price of $72.59 — and is even sold and shipped directly by Amazon, rather than coming through one of the marketplace’s many third-party sellers. At the time of writing, you’ll get free delivery as fast as Aug. 8. 

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Over on TCGplayer, an unopened listing is available for $72.99 with shipping included, but the seller requires a minimum order of two. Another option costs $70, plus an extra $8 shipping fee.

No matter where you buy from, you’ll get an ETB containing nine Pitch Black booster packs, one full-art foil Zarude promo card, 65 card sleeves, 40 Energy cards, and a player’s guide to the trading card game’s latest expansion. At this low price, you’re looking at $7.77 per pack before considering even the accessories and promo cards — a nice saving compared to the $9.97 per pack price for single Pitch Black boosters on Amazon. 

Although prices have dropped slightly since launch, Pitch Black still has plenty of valuable chase cards worth up to nearly $300 that you can pull, or buy directly from TCGplayer separately — including SIR Mega Darkai ex, MHR Mega Darkrai ex, and SIR Morpeko ex. 

SAVE OVER $20: As of Aug. 4, the EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds are down to $53.16 on Amazon. That's $26.74 off their list price of $79.90.

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Budget options are always worth keeping an eye out for, especially with tech prices rising.

Thankfully, if you're in the market for earbuds, there are some excellent picks to look through that won't break the bank. The EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds are our top pick under $100 and our favorite budget earbuds overall, and you can grab them for even less than usual right now at Amazon.

As of Aug. 4, EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds have dropped from $79.90 to $53.16, making for 33% in overall savings. It may not be the lowest price we've seen for them — that would be $50.51, according to camelcamelcamel — but it is just a few dollars off. If they've caught your eye, it's still a great time to pick them up.

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With the EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds, you'll enjoy solid sound quality and adaptive hybrid active noise canceling up to 50dB without the premium price tag. They've stood out to us as the top pick under $100 in our overall roundup of the best earbuds because they can "adeptly handle a multipoint connection, feature a well-rounded sound profile with variation thanks to the in-app equalizer, and a battery life that can likely power you through most, if not all, of your workday."

In terms of noise-canceling, they offer: "Manually adjustable ANC, which isn't even a given on premium noise-canceling earbuds. While not every level of adjustment is worth writing home about, it's still a nice addition."

With up to 11 hours of battery on a single charge (or up to 52 hours with the charging case), the EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds are ready to join you on your daily ventures. Act fast to score this great deal on them at Amazon while it's still available.

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SAVE OVER $20: As of Aug. 4, the EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds are down to $53.16 on Amazon. That's $26.74 off their list price of $79.90.

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$79.90 Save $26.74   Get Deal

Budget options are always worth keeping an eye out for, especially with tech prices rising.

Thankfully, if you're in the market for earbuds, there are some excellent picks to look through that won't break the bank. The EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds are our top pick under $100 and our favorite budget earbuds overall, and you can grab them for even less than usual right now at Amazon.

As of Aug. 4, EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds have dropped from $79.90 to $53.16, making for 33% in overall savings. It may not be the lowest price we've seen for them — that would be $50.51, according to camelcamelcamel — but it is just a few dollars off. If they've caught your eye, it's still a great time to pick them up.

SEE ALSO: Pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 from Amazon and get a free $100 gift card

With the EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds, you'll enjoy solid sound quality and adaptive hybrid active noise canceling up to 50dB without the premium price tag. They've stood out to us as the top pick under $100 in our overall roundup of the best earbuds because they can "adeptly handle a multipoint connection, feature a well-rounded sound profile with variation thanks to the in-app equalizer, and a battery life that can likely power you through most, if not all, of your workday."

In terms of noise-canceling, they offer: "Manually adjustable ANC, which isn't even a given on premium noise-canceling earbuds. While not every level of adjustment is worth writing home about, it's still a nice addition."

With up to 11 hours of battery on a single charge (or up to 52 hours with the charging case), the EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds are ready to join you on your daily ventures. Act fast to score this great deal on them at Amazon while it's still available.

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The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026:

AcrossPut in persistent hard work

• The answer is Grind.

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The "A" of A/V

• The answer is Audio.

Buzzers by the trash

• The answer is Flies.

What was always seen blocking Wilson's face, on "Home Improvement"

• The answer is Fence.

Outer boundaries

• The answer is Edges.

DownPolitician's stumble

• The answer is Gaffe.

Was totally awesome

• The answer is Ruled.

What bar bouncers spend all night doing

• The answer is IDing.

Nephew's sister

• The answer is Niece.

Units of a vaccine

• The answer is Doses.

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

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

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: How to play Pips, the newest NYT game

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026:

AcrossPut in persistent hard work

• The answer is Grind.

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The "A" of A/V

• The answer is Audio.

Buzzers by the trash

• The answer is Flies.

What was always seen blocking Wilson's face, on "Home Improvement"

• The answer is Fence.

Outer boundaries

• The answer is Edges.

DownPolitician's stumble

• The answer is Gaffe.

Was totally awesome

• The answer is Ruled.

What bar bouncers spend all night doing

• The answer is IDing.

Nephew's sister

• The answer is Niece.

Units of a vaccine

• The answer is Doses.

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

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

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

TL;DR: On Aug. 5, Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale includes up to 30% off select beauty tech tools from brands like Dermaflash, Omnilux, and Dr. Dennis Gross, while supplies last.

Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale is bringing exciting deals to beauty tech this week, with select tools discounted up to 30% off on Aug 5. Nordstrom hasn't confirmed exactly which specific products will be included, so if there's a device you've had your eye on, it's worth checking in to see what's part of the sale.

Some of the deals we can expect are from Dermaflash, Omnilux, and Dr. Dennis Gross, each bringing something different to the table.

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Dermaflash is known for at-home dermaplaning and skin-prep tools, including the Luxe+ (a sonic dermaplaning and peach-fuzz removal tool) and the Dermapore+ Ultrasonic Pore Extractor.

Omnilux is known for LED light therapy devices, including face masks, neck and décolletage devices, and targeted eye treatments — pricier, fancy skincare tech.

Dr. Dennis Gross is also known for LED devices, including the DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro and SpectraLite Eye Care Max Pro, both of which are built around light therapy for the face and eyes.

If you've succumbed to the LED mask trend, or any other skin care trend, and have been curious about trying it, now's a good time to invest — the beauty tech sale goes live on Aug. 5.

TL;DR: On Aug. 5, Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale includes up to 30% off select beauty tech tools from brands like Dermaflash, Omnilux, and Dr. Dennis Gross, while supplies last.

Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale is bringing exciting deals to beauty tech this week, with select tools discounted up to 30% off on Aug 5. Nordstrom hasn't confirmed exactly which specific products will be included, so if there's a device you've had your eye on, it's worth checking in to see what's part of the sale.

Some of the deals we can expect are from Dermaflash, Omnilux, and Dr. Dennis Gross, each bringing something different to the table.

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Dermaflash is known for at-home dermaplaning and skin-prep tools, including the Luxe+ (a sonic dermaplaning and peach-fuzz removal tool) and the Dermapore+ Ultrasonic Pore Extractor.

Omnilux is known for LED light therapy devices, including face masks, neck and décolletage devices, and targeted eye treatments — pricier, fancy skincare tech.

Dr. Dennis Gross is also known for LED devices, including the DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro and SpectraLite Eye Care Max Pro, both of which are built around light therapy for the face and eyes.

If you've succumbed to the LED mask trend, or any other skin care trend, and have been curious about trying it, now's a good time to invest — the beauty tech sale goes live on Aug. 5.

SAVE $15: As of Aug. 4, the Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is on sale for $19.99 at Amazon. That's a 43% discount on the list price.

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Streaming sticks are truly one of the easiest ways to upgrade your setup. Whether you're looking to upgrade an older, non-smart TV or if you just prefer a certain streaming interface like Amazon or Google, these devices make it much simpler to lock in for a summer of sport or the release of a new series.

And if you're looking for an affordable device, you'll be pleased to know that as of Aug. 4, the Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is on sale for under $20. Usually priced at $34.99, this popular streaming device is currently only $19.99 for the newest model.

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The new model will give you a range of upgrades, including a more modern interface and the ability to pin your favorite apps and streaming platforms. This model can also be powered directly from the TV, unlike older models that required access to a wall outlet. With the new Fire TV Stick, just plug it into your TV's HDMI port and connect it via USB-C cable for power.

After setup, you'll have access to all your favorite streaming apps and gaming platforms, including Netflix, Prime Video, and Xbox Game Pass.

Head to Amazon now to grab this Fire TV Stick deal.

SAVE $15: As of Aug. 4, the Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is on sale for $19.99 at Amazon. That's a 43% discount on the list price.

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Streaming sticks are truly one of the easiest ways to upgrade your setup. Whether you're looking to upgrade an older, non-smart TV or if you just prefer a certain streaming interface like Amazon or Google, these devices make it much simpler to lock in for a summer of sport or the release of a new series.

And if you're looking for an affordable device, you'll be pleased to know that as of Aug. 4, the Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is on sale for under $20. Usually priced at $34.99, this popular streaming device is currently only $19.99 for the newest model.

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The new model will give you a range of upgrades, including a more modern interface and the ability to pin your favorite apps and streaming platforms. This model can also be powered directly from the TV, unlike older models that required access to a wall outlet. With the new Fire TV Stick, just plug it into your TV's HDMI port and connect it via USB-C cable for power.

After setup, you'll have access to all your favorite streaming apps and gaming platforms, including Netflix, Prime Video, and Xbox Game Pass.

Head to Amazon now to grab this Fire TV Stick deal.

SAVE OVER $80: As of Aug. 4, the Sony WH-CH720N headphones are on sale for $98 at Amazon. That's a 46% discount on the list price.

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Premium headphones often come with a premium price tag, so shopping around for a good deal is always a smart way to save some money. And as of Aug. 4, we’ve spotted a great discount on the Sony WH-CH720N headphones, dropping the price from $179.99 to just $98. That’s a saving of over $80, and you can choose between the white and pink colorways.

These wireless noise-canceling headphones from Sony are lightweight, weighing just 192 grams, making them Sony’s lightest overhead wireless headphones with noise-canceling tech. If you wear headphones for long periods of time throughout the day, they will remain comfortable.

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For sound, they feature Dual Noise Sensor Technology powered by Sony’s Integrated Processor V1 to help reduce interruptions from surrounding noise. They benefit from adjustable Ambient Sound mode and Adaptive Sound Control that automatically adjusts settings based on your environment. They also include Precise Voice Pickup Technology for clear hands-free calls.

Plus, enjoy up to 35 hours of battery life, with quick charging giving you up to one hour of playback from just a three-minute charge via USB-C.

Find this Sony deal at Amazon right now.

SAVE OVER $80: As of Aug. 4, the Sony WH-CH720N headphones are on sale for $98 at Amazon. That's a 46% discount on the list price.

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Premium headphones often come with a premium price tag, so shopping around for a good deal is always a smart way to save some money. And as of Aug. 4, we’ve spotted a great discount on the Sony WH-CH720N headphones, dropping the price from $179.99 to just $98. That’s a saving of over $80, and you can choose between the white and pink colorways.

These wireless noise-canceling headphones from Sony are lightweight, weighing just 192 grams, making them Sony’s lightest overhead wireless headphones with noise-canceling tech. If you wear headphones for long periods of time throughout the day, they will remain comfortable.

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For sound, they feature Dual Noise Sensor Technology powered by Sony’s Integrated Processor V1 to help reduce interruptions from surrounding noise. They benefit from adjustable Ambient Sound mode and Adaptive Sound Control that automatically adjusts settings based on your environment. They also include Precise Voice Pickup Technology for clear hands-free calls.

Plus, enjoy up to 35 hours of battery life, with quick charging giving you up to one hour of playback from just a three-minute charge via USB-C.

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Whether you need a bit of artistic inspiration or a solid dose of silliness, Audity can be relied on to paint a smile on your face.

Character designer Audrey Hopkins has been thrilling her 13.2 million followers on TikTok with her whimsical and weird drawings on her Audity channel. There, she draws inspiration from movies, TV, music, and her husband, Richard Conley, to create wonderfully silly — and oft sexy — characters.

She's made a Soda Pop hunk inspired by KPop Demon Hunters, crafted illustrations of all 50 states as people, and re-imagined her hubby in a slew of creative ways, including merman and anime babe.

Hopkins also creates cartoon character mash-ups, like Beauty and the Beast's Lumiere with Child's Play's Chucky. And for those seeking similarly chaotic drawing challenges, she and Conley have created the WannaDraw app, which generates random pairings as a jumping-off point for users to doodle wild sketches all their own.

SEE ALSO: Audity credits her success to her muse and keeping things fun

In a joint interview in Mashable's Creator Hub at Vidcon 2026, Hopkins and Conley also revealed which tools of the trade they've employed in their content creation.

For those artists looking to take their digital drawing to the next level, this In My Bag is for you.

Audity's essentials for digital drawing

"First one that I definitely can't live without is definitely my iPad, that's what I draw on," Hopkins began.

To that Conley gently interjected, "iPad Pro."

2020 Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch, Wi-Fi + Cellular, 128GB) - Silver (4th Generation) $0 at Amazon
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"Yeah, iPad Pro," she concurred, noting, "He does all the technical stuff for me. But yeah, my iPad Pro and my [Apple] pencil — which I lose constantly. I don't know why, but it always goes into the ether [once] you put it down."

From there, Conley noted, "and the very thick grip—"

"My pencil grip!" She chirped, finishing his sentence, "Dear God, without that pencil grip — I highly recommend anyone out there with an Apple pencil, get you a pencil grip."

Audity noted that drawing so much can cause muscle pain, and she's found the grip is an aid in reducing strain. "I've been having pretty bad carpal tunnel," she noted, "So I've been getting more braces and other things like that, and like compression stuff."

Her other big tool: their app, WannaDraw.

Credit: Ian Moore/Mashable Creator Hub/Savage Interactive/Apple How WannaDraw was created

Conley, the app's designer, explained Wanna Draw's origins, saying, "In 2020, Audrey did the random drawing generator series. And she was using just random gif images on Google Images. And she ran out of options after a few videos. We wanted to expand to a more complicated idea prompt/generator kind of thing. So we made an iPhone/Android app. It's been a lot. It's been a big learning process."

Hopkins added that she'd ask Conley, who has a background in web design, if he could build her a webpage to generate mash-up suggestions. It began as a gif. "Then people started asking where they could use it," she recalled.

They were approached by developers who showed an interest in building such an app. Hopkins noted Conley "had only ever made websites at that point." But rather than handing off their idea to an outside developer, he did the research at their kitchen table and learned how to make an app all their own.

Five years later, WannaDraw has over a million downloads, and while she writes the prompts, he's still the one maintaining Wanna Draw's tech side.

Conley said, "It's a two-person team, just her and I on the app. So it's a little silly, but it's —"

"Meant to be!" Hopkins interjected, finishing the thought. "You know? We're a little silly."

Dropout is an Audity essential

In our Creator Playbook interview, Hopkins shared that her dream project would be creating the character designs for Dropout's popular actual play series Dimension 20, created by Brennan Lee Mulligan. So, it's little surprise that she counts a Dropout subscription as an essential to her process.

She likes to have videos or music on while she draws, and Dropout has plenty that inspires her. "Dropout Subscription is a must, actually," she mused. "I watch their stuff a lot. I like consuming other really interesting things, and [supporting] people who make really unique types of media. Like, I feel like just being around and seeing other people who are super passionate about what they're doing is the thing that inspires me more than anything else," she said, then turned to Conley and added, "That and you!"

Catch up on Mashable's complete VidCon 2026 coverage for creator interviews, panel highlights, and reporting from the convention floor.

This interview has been edited for length and clarity.

Whether you need a bit of artistic inspiration or a solid dose of silliness, Audity can be relied on to paint a smile on your face.

Character designer Audrey Hopkins has been thrilling her 13.2 million followers on TikTok with her whimsical and weird drawings on her Audity channel. There, she draws inspiration from movies, TV, music, and her husband, Richard Conley, to create wonderfully silly — and oft sexy — characters.

She's made a Soda Pop hunk inspired by KPop Demon Hunters, crafted illustrations of all 50 states as people, and re-imagined her hubby in a slew of creative ways, including merman and anime babe.

Hopkins also creates cartoon character mash-ups, like Beauty and the Beast's Lumiere with Child's Play's Chucky. And for those seeking similarly chaotic drawing challenges, she and Conley have created the WannaDraw app, which generates random pairings as a jumping-off point for users to doodle wild sketches all their own.

SEE ALSO: Audity credits her success to her muse and keeping things fun

In a joint interview in Mashable's Creator Hub at Vidcon 2026, Hopkins and Conley also revealed which tools of the trade they've employed in their content creation.

For those artists looking to take their digital drawing to the next level, this In My Bag is for you.

Audity's essentials for digital drawing

"First one that I definitely can't live without is definitely my iPad, that's what I draw on," Hopkins began.

To that Conley gently interjected, "iPad Pro."

2020 Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch, Wi-Fi + Cellular, 128GB) - Silver (4th Generation) $0 at Amazon
  See It at Amazon See It at Best Buy

"Yeah, iPad Pro," she concurred, noting, "He does all the technical stuff for me. But yeah, my iPad Pro and my [Apple] pencil — which I lose constantly. I don't know why, but it always goes into the ether [once] you put it down."

From there, Conley noted, "and the very thick grip—"

"My pencil grip!" She chirped, finishing his sentence, "Dear God, without that pencil grip — I highly recommend anyone out there with an Apple pencil, get you a pencil grip."

Audity noted that drawing so much can cause muscle pain, and she's found the grip is an aid in reducing strain. "I've been having pretty bad carpal tunnel," she noted, "So I've been getting more braces and other things like that, and like compression stuff."

Her other big tool: their app, WannaDraw.

Credit: Ian Moore/Mashable Creator Hub/Savage Interactive/Apple How WannaDraw was created

Conley, the app's designer, explained Wanna Draw's origins, saying, "In 2020, Audrey did the random drawing generator series. And she was using just random gif images on Google Images. And she ran out of options after a few videos. We wanted to expand to a more complicated idea prompt/generator kind of thing. So we made an iPhone/Android app. It's been a lot. It's been a big learning process."

Hopkins added that she'd ask Conley, who has a background in web design, if he could build her a webpage to generate mash-up suggestions. It began as a gif. "Then people started asking where they could use it," she recalled.

They were approached by developers who showed an interest in building such an app. Hopkins noted Conley "had only ever made websites at that point." But rather than handing off their idea to an outside developer, he did the research at their kitchen table and learned how to make an app all their own.

Five years later, WannaDraw has over a million downloads, and while she writes the prompts, he's still the one maintaining Wanna Draw's tech side.

Conley said, "It's a two-person team, just her and I on the app. So it's a little silly, but it's —"

"Meant to be!" Hopkins interjected, finishing the thought. "You know? We're a little silly."

Dropout is an Audity essential

In our Creator Playbook interview, Hopkins shared that her dream project would be creating the character designs for Dropout's popular actual play series Dimension 20, created by Brennan Lee Mulligan. So, it's little surprise that she counts a Dropout subscription as an essential to her process.

She likes to have videos or music on while she draws, and Dropout has plenty that inspires her. "Dropout Subscription is a must, actually," she mused. "I watch their stuff a lot. I like consuming other really interesting things, and [supporting] people who make really unique types of media. Like, I feel like just being around and seeing other people who are super passionate about what they're doing is the thing that inspires me more than anything else," she said, then turned to Conley and added, "That and you!"

Catch up on Mashable's complete VidCon 2026 coverage for creator interviews, panel highlights, and reporting from the convention floor.

This interview has been edited for length and clarity.

TL;DR: Get Pok Pok Lifetime for $59.99 (reg. $250) and replace repetitive, ad-filled kids’ apps with award-winning, Montessori-inspired games that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and independent play.

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If you’ve ever handed your toddler a tablet and instantly regretted it, Pok Pok might just restore your faith in screen time. This innovative, Montessori-inspired app turns digital play into something that actually feels okay for both kids and parents.

Designed for ages 2 to 8, Pok Pok replaces those noisy, overstimulating apps with calm, open-ended play that encourages creativity, independence, and curiosity.

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Kids explore a beautifully hand-drawn world filled with toys that grow alongside them — from early cause-and-effect puzzles to more advanced STEM-style challenges. It’s like a digital game sandbox for little minds.

Every sound, color, and motion in Pok Pok is crafted to feel soothing and natural — no flashing ads, no pressure to “win,” and no hidden purchases. It’s also fully COPPA-certified, meaning it meets strict safety standards for children’s digital content. Parents can relax knowing their kids are learning, not zoning out.

Pok Pok’s thoughtful approach hasn’t gone unnoticed. Pok Pok is the winner of the Academics’ Choice Smart Media Award and a 2023 App Store Award winner, recognition that reflects its focus on quality educational experiences rather than maximizing screen time.

Perfect for travel, quiet time, or rainy afternoons, Pok Pok runs offline, so playtime never depends on Wi-Fi.

At this low price, this lifetime subscription is the kind of tech investment that doesn’t come with a side of parental guilt — giving your child a fun, educational start in a calm digital space built just for them.

Get lifetime access to Pok Pok while it’s on sale for just $59.99 (reg. $250).

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