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Amazon deal of the day: Take $100 off our favorite noise-cancelling headphones
Before you scurry off to your weekend shenanigans, we’ve rounded up a few great deals you won’t want to miss at Amazon. Some of our favorite brands, including Apple, Samsung, and Bose are offering impressive discounts on popular gadgets, despite it being just a random Friday in February.
Here are our top picks for the best Amazon deals of the day on Feb. 21. If none of these are your cup of tea, be sure to check out our picks from Feb. 19 and Feb. 20. Many of those are still live, including the best price ever on the Eufy Omni C20 robot vacuum and mop and Ultimate Ears Megaboom 4.
Our top pick: Bose QuietComfort Ultra
While we’ve tested a ton of headphones at Mashable, only a select few make it to our lists of favorites. The Bose QuietComfort Ultras are our top pick for both noise-cancelling and comfort. They also deliver all-day battery life and well-rounded, immersive sound, ticking all the most important boxes for a good pair of headphones. They’re usually a bit steep at $429, but as of Feb. 21, you can slash 23% off the Diamond 60th Anniversary Edition headphones and pick up a pair for just $329 at Amazon. That’s $20 cheaper than they were earlier this month.
Read our full review of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones.
Apple AirTags (4-pack)
Got spring travel plans? You might want to snag yourself a set of AirTags while they’re back on sale for 29% off. At only $69.99 for a four-pack, you’re essentially getting one-and-a-half AirTags for free. Great for iPhone users, these Bluetooth trackers let you keep track of whatever you attach them to — suitcase, purse, guitar case, backpack, etc. — as long as there’s an Apple device nearby with FindMy turned on. You’ll be able to see precisely where you are in proximity to your stuff with an accuracy of only a few feet. In other words, no more fretting about your luggage’s whereabouts.
Samsung 32-inch M8 4K smart monitor
Samsung’s M series of smart monitors work double duty as brilliant mini TVs with built-in streaming features. So long as you have an internet connection, you can watch Netflix or YouTube, browse the internet, and work on documents without hooking up to a computer. The M8 model is a step up from the M7 that we tested and loved last year, boasting a brighter screen, optimized text clarity, and a removable webcam. We aren’t thrilled with its retail price of $699.99, so the 43% discount as of Feb. 21 is more than welcome. Snag the 32-inch smart monitor for only $399.99 at Amazon — just $20 shy of its best price ever.
Garmin vívoactive 5
Garmin makes some of the best smartwatches on the market. We haven’t tested the latest vívoactive 5 smartwatch, but we did spend some time with its predecessor and were big fans. As per our reviewer: “The vívoactive 4 is an excellent smartwatch for active people wanting to be more in tune with their bodies, and for less active individuals who have the desire but need a little nudging to stick to their goals.” The latest vívoactive model steps up the features even further, with an upgraded AMOLED display, improved heart rate sensor, enhanced sleep and stress coaching, and more than 30 sports apps. It’s regularly $299.99, but if you like the color navy, you can grab it at Amazon for only $228.96 as of Feb. 21. That’s 24% in savings.
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Logitech POP Mouse
If you need a new mouse and want something that reflects your aesthetic, the Logitech POP Mouse is a great choice. It comes in several color varieties like mist, daydream mint, and lavender and is currently on sale for half price at Amazon. That knocks the usual $39.99 price tag down to just $19.99. The POP is quiet, compact, and comfortable to use with a customizable emoji button, multi-device pairing, and two-year battery life. As our friends at PCMag (also owned by Ziff Davis) wrote in their review, “The Logitech POP Mouse ($40) is a trendy wireless mouse that should impress casual PC and Mac users who want their gear to be an extension of their personality.”
None of these deals catching your eye? Check out Amazon’s daily deals for even more savings.
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Best Mothers Day gifts: Show mom some love
Mother figures are the backbone of the world. Yours may be your biological mother, or maybe she’s your mother-in-law, your best friend’s mom, or simply someone whose motherly instinct has helped you through hard times.
Moms teach you the adulting necessities, give advice even if the problem is your fault, and above all, they put up with your shit and (almost) never complain.
The game plan here isn’t just to snag the last bouquet at CVS just so you’re not the kid who forgot Mother’s Day (but definitely also get flowers). And you don’t even need to spend a lot of money. (Peep our list of Mother’s Day gifts that cost less than $50. Want even more cheap gift ideas?
Skip the generic mugs and show your appreciation with a gift picked just for her: Whether it’s something to make a part of her life easier, something she’s mentioned wanting in passing, or simply something to make her feel like a damn queen, you can’t put a price on everything she’s done for you, but heartfelt gifts certainly help.
After all, they say “No matter how hard you try, you always end up like your mother.” But is that even a bad thing?
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Ban subscriptions and get Microsoft Office 2024 for life for just £121
TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business for PC or Mac for just £120.54 through June 1.
You wouldn’t keep paying for Netflix if you could own your favorite shows, right? So why are you still subscribing to Office apps you use every day? Microsoft 365’s price keeps going up, but there’s finally a way to break free — and it’ll cost you way less in the long run.
Microsoft Office 2024 is the answer you’ve been looking for. Instead of monthly payments, simply pay £120.54 once and be set for life (reg. £188.37). It’s that simple. And, yes, this lifetime download works for PC or Mac.
What’s included?
This license comes with:
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Word
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Excel
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PowerPoint
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Outlook
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OneNote
The newest version of Microsoft Office is a little different from Microsoft 365. But just because you’re switching to a lifetime license doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on some of the most recent updates. Word and Excel both still have AI integrations for text suggestions and smart data analysis, and PowerPoint still has improved tools for recorded presentations.
Once you’ve redeemed your purchase, you can install your apps on one computer. After that, they’re yours to use however you want. No more subscription fees or sudden price hikes to worry about.
Why rent when you can own?
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Get a Microsoft Office lifetime license on sale for £120.54 with no coupon needed.
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 9, 2025
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.
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.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Gibberish.
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Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no recurring letters.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter T.
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…
TRIPE.
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.
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