Get the win in today’s NYT Connections (#1,127) with the help of these hints, clues, and answers (July 12, 2026)

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Get the win in today’s NYT Connections (#1,127) with the help of these hints, clues, and answers (July 12, 2026)

Can’t figure out any common themes linking the words in today’s Connections puzzle? We’re here to help you out. We’ll get you started with some general hints to nudge you in the right direction. Then, we’ll give you one word from each category, followed by the list of themes. Finally, you can have the answers and their explanations. So, without further ado, let’s dive into the hints, clues, and answers to today’s NYT Connections (#1,127, July 12, 2026).

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What is Connections?

After Wordle, Connections is the New York Times’ most popular word game. The rules are simple. You need to find words with a common theme and group them into 4 groups of 4. The 16-word grid is designed with an increasing level of difficulty. The Yellow group is the easiest to spot, followed by Green, Blue, and Purple. The misdirects and red herrings can trip you up, but they also make the puzzle more fun. You can play Connections in the NYT Games app or on the NYT website.

Here’s your grid for today

Here’s your grid for today

  • PARTY
  • NERD
  • MAD
  • STONE
  • DOT
  • DEN
  • PIP
  • STUDY
  • PHO
  • SPREE
  • SLEEP
  • PIT
  • RUNT
  • SAC
  • SEED
  • REPEAT

Hints for NYT Connections (#1,127) July 12, 2026

Let’s get you started with some general, spoiler-free hints.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Part of a fruit that leads to more fruits.
  • 🟢Green Group: Sweet snacks.
  • 🔵Blue Group: College life.
  • 🟣Purple Group: Important US cities.

One Word Per Category (Contains Spoilers)

Can’t seem to find an in? We’ll give you one word from each category.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Pip.
  • 🟢Green Group: Dot.
  • 🔵Blue Group: Party.
  • 🟣Purple Group: Den.

List of Themes (Major Spoilers)

Maybe getting to know the common themes among the words will help you spot them faster. Here are all the categories for today.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Reproductive Part Of Fruit.
  • 🟢Green Group: Bit Of Fruit-Flavoured Candy.
  • 🔵Blue Group: Verbs In A College Life Slogan.
  • 🟣Purple Group: Starts Of U.S. Capitals.

Answers to NYT Connections (#1,127) Today (July 12, 2026)

Close to waving the white flag? Fine, we’ll give you the answers.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: PIP, PIT, SEED, STONE. (Reproductive Part Of Fruit)

Depending on the fruit, these parts spread around and germinate into new plants.

  • 🟢Green Group: DOT, NERD, RUNT, SPREE. (Bit Of Fruit-Flavoured Candy)

Dots, Nerds, Runts, and Spree are candies. Their individual units can be referred to as the words mentioned in this group.

  • 🔵Blue Group: PARTY, REPEAT, SLEEP, STUDY. (Verbs In A College Life Slogan)

‘Work hard, party harder.’ ‘Eat, sleep, study, repeat.’

  • 🟣Purple Group: DEN, MAD, PHO, SAC. (Starts Of U.S. Capitals)

Denver, Colorado. Madison, Wisconsin. Phoenix, Arizona. Sacramento, California.

Answers to yesterday’s puzzle (#1,126, July 11, 2026)

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Cannon, Stilts, Trapeze, Unicycle. (Circus Equipment)
  • 🟢Green Group: Calm, Flat, Glassy, Still. (Undisturbed, As Water)
  • 🔵Blue Group: Bo Peep, Jessie, Slinky, Woody. (Toy Story Characters)
  • 🟣Purple Group: Aardvark, Bocce, Ebbing, Twiddle. (Double Letters Appearing In That Letter’s Alphabetical Position)

Answers to NYT Connections #1,125 (July 10, 2026)

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Airplane Mode, Do Not Disturb, Hotspot, Location Services. (Smartphone Settings)
  • 🟢Green Group: Decadent, Fresh-Baked, Molten, À La Mode. (Dessert Menu Descriptors)
  • 🔵Blue Group: Depeche Mode, Erasure, New Order, Pet Shop Boys. (‘80s Synth-Pop Bands)
  • 🟣Purple Group: Ball Gown, Outkast, Safe Mode, Strike A Pose. (Starting With Baseball Calls)

Answers to NYT Connections #1,124 (July 9, 2026)

  • 🟡Yellow Group: NA, Spirit-Free, Virgin, Zero-Proof. (Non-Alcoholic Designators)
  • 🟢Green Group: Billboard, Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, Spin. (Music Publications)
  • 🔵Blue Group: Persian, Prayer, Shag, Throw. (Kinds Of Rugs)
  • 🟣Purple Group: Firebird, G6, Grand Prix, Trans Am. (Pontiac Models)

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How did other solvers do today?

NYT’s early testers rated today’s Connection puzzle 2.2 out of 5. This puts it in the medium difficulty level. Let us know how you fared in the comments!

Redmi Turbo 5 Review: The best deal in the midrange segment right now?

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Redmi Turbo 5 Review: The best deal in the midrange segment right now?

Redmi’s new midrange offering is almost identical to its Poco cousin, the X8 Pro. The only point of difference is the larger battery pack on the Redmi Turbo 5. Priced at Rs 37,999, it is one of the better deals around at a time when smartphones are getting pricier due to the ongoing RAMageddon. It rocks the powerful MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra under its hood, flaunts a bright 6.59-inch AMOLED display, and pushes the battery life past the 1-day limit with its massive 7,540mAh battery pack. We used the smartphone for a week and went through its ins and outs. Here is our in-depth review of the Redmi Turbo 5.

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Redmi Turbo 5 Review: Design and Display

Box Contents

  • Smartphone
  • 100W power adapter
  • USB-A to USB-C cable
  • Silicone cover
  • SIM ejector
  • Quick guide

Redmi Turbo 5 has a simple, elegant design. Its flat glass back panel has a smooth matte finish, which keeps fingerprints at bay. There are two individual cutouts for the primary shooter and ultrawide lens. These cutouts are integrated with Redmi Pixel Matrix ring lights, which come alive when you receive incoming calls, launch a game, play a song, or perform other relevant tasks. The lighting effect adds a fun accent to an otherwise subtle look.

Redmi Turbo 5 Review: Design and Display

The aluminium frame houses the volume rocker and the side button on its right edge. The SIM tray, primary microphone, USB-C port, and speaker grille are positioned at the bottom. The IR blaster and secondary microphone find their way up top. The earpiece doubles as the secondary speaker. The smartphone is rated IP68/IP69K for dust and water resistance.

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The 6.59-inch AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 3,500 nits. It is able to maintain perfect legibility under harsh sunlight. The bezels surrounding the screen are thin and uniform. The touch response is super smooth. The optical fingerprint scanner is not as quick as ultrasonic units, but it puts up a fine display.

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Content viewing experience on the Redmi Turbo 5 was a delight during the time we spent reviewing it. The AMOLED panel produced brilliant visuals with rich colours and sharp details. The contrast of the images was on point, thanks to the deep blacks. The dual speaker setup produced a loud output without causing any noticeable boxiness.

Redmi Turbo 5 Review: Performance and Cameras

Powering the Redmi Turbo 5 is the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra chipset. There are 2 RAM and storage (UFS 4.1) variants on offer:

  • 8GB (LPDDR5X) + 256GB: Rs 37,999
  • 12GB (LPDDR5X Ultra) + 512GB: Rs 40,999

We ran a couple of benchmark tests on this device. Here is how it performed.

  • AnTuTu 3D: 2,113,544
  • Geekbench 6: 1,735 (single core) | 6,636 (multi-core)

benchmark

Xiaomi claims that the Turbo 5 is the fastest Redmi phone ever. And it isn’t wrong. The smartphone goes through regular tasks like texting, calling, web browsing, and media streaming like a hot knife through butter. Apps load almost instantly, thanks to the UFS 4.1 storage configuration. The LPDDR5X/Ultra RAM makes quick work of multitasking, juggling among half a dozen apps without a hiccup. The vibrational feedback from the haptic motor could have been a little sharper, but that is more of a nitpick on our part than a scathing critique.

Redmi Turbo 5 Review: Performance and Cameras

Being the most powerful Redmi device yet, the Turbo 5 is able to handle power-intensive games like BGMI and Call of Duty: Mobile. Both of these titles can be enjoyed at a 120fps frame rate. We did not come across a single frame drop during our time with the device. The 5,300mm² 3D IceLoop cooling system did a decent job of managing the internal temperature. The back panel got moderately warm after 30 minutes of gameplay.

The Android 16-based HyperOS 3 handles the software duties on this phone. You get a handful of bloatware apps, most of them games, but they can be permanently removed from the device. Xiaomi has promised 4 major OS updates and 6 years of security patches for the Turbo 5.

Redmi Turbo 5 Review: Performance and Cameras

The software experience is light, smooth, and intuitive. HyperOS 3 feels well optimised for the platform. It borrows some design elements from iOS, including a Dynamic Island-style animation for the punch-hole camera cutout on the display. The translucent effect for the Quick Settings pane feels inspired by iOS, too. We like that the software lets you customise the app drawer. Instead of app folders, you get app categories. If you feel like they’re cluttering the page, you can get rid of them for a cleaner look. We also like that the smartphone lets you adjust the transparency of the app drawer background.

weather

AI features are the talk of the town, and Xiaomi wants to have a say in the conversation. Its HyperAI suite, while not the best in the game, packs all the essentials you need for routine use. It can generate wallpapers, create email drafts, proofread your notes, translate your calls and in-person conversations, and generate subtitles for on-screen content on command. The photo editor in the native Gallery app has tools for erasing unwanted objects from your images, boosting the details, ‘beautifying’ the subjects, and a whole lot more.

The massive 7,540mAh battery pack can get you through a day of heavy use with plenty of charge left to spare. If your screen time doesn’t exceed 5 hours, you can get almost 2 days’ worth of battery life out of the Si/C unit. The 100W power adapter provided in the box takes the phone from 0 to 100% in 70 minutes. This is an impressive feat when you consider the size of the battery.

camera

camera

The rear camera array comprises a 50MP primary shooter and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The primary shooter captures good pictures in outdoor daylight conditions. The images showcase vibrant colours that are well-tuned and realistic. We like that the smartphone doesn’t go overboard while processing the images. The results look balanced and close to the scene in front of the camera. In limited lighting, the camera relies on Night Mode to illuminate the shot and get rid of the grain.

Redmi Turbo 5 Review: Performance and Cameras

Redmi Turbo 5 Review: Performance and Cameras

Pictures taken from the 8MP ultrawide lens are visibly softer, but what they lack in detail, they make up for in colour. The images appear balanced without losing their ‘pop’. The camera earns its place in the array without coming across as a filler lens. In limited lighting, the ultrawide images appear a bit dim and grainy, but that’s a recurring issue in almost every phone in this price bracket.

Redmi Turbo 5 Review: Performance and Cameras
Ultrawide
Redmi Turbo 5 Review: Performance and Cameras
Ultrawide
Redmi Turbo 5 Review: Performance and Cameras
Night Mode: Primary v Ultrawide

Portraits taken by the Turbo 5 are vivid and well-focused. The Camera app gives you 2 focal length options in Portrait Mode – 26mm and 35mm. We prefer the 35mm shots because of their sharp focus and stronger background blur. The 20MP front-facing camera captures clear and sharp selfies. It can record 1,080p videos at 30/60 fps. The ultrawide lens can record 1,080p videos at 30fps only. Meanwhile, the main camera can shoot 4K footage at 30/60fps.

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Portraits: 26mm v 35mm

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Verdict

The Redmi Turbo 5 is one of the best ‘value for money’ phones in the sub-Rs 40,000 price bracket. Sure, it is Rs 3,000 pricier than its Poco counterpart, but the larger battery pack and the ensuing 2-day battery life are worth splurging the extra cash. The smartphone’s MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra SoC is the most powerful chipset we’ve seen on a Redmi phone so far. Not only does it crush routine tasks without breaking a sweat, but it can also run demanding gaming titles. The 6.59-inch AMOLED display, along with the dual-speaker setup, curates a highly enjoyable viewing experience. The camera setup doesn’t disappoint either. We would have liked a telephoto camera in the array, but given the soaring smartphone prices, it is an understandable tradeoff.

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Pros

  • Bright display
  • Powerful processor
  • Good battery life
  • IP68/IP69K rating

Cons

  • No telephoto lens

Vijay Sales Open Box Clearance Sale Is Live With Up to 70 Percent Off on TVs, Appliances and Gadgets

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Vijay Sales Open Box Clearance Sale Is Live With Up to 70 Percent Off on TVs, Appliances and Gadgets

If your washing machine has been making sounds that belong in a horror film, the universe just handed you an exit. The Vijay Sales Open Box Sale is back, and the annual clearance event has kicked off across all Vijay Sales retail stores in India from 6th July 2026. The idea is simple. Display units and last-piece products from big brands get one final chance to find a home, and shoppers get discounts that stretch all the way up to 70 per cent. It runs for a limited period only, so the clock is very much ticking.

What Exactly Is an Open Box Sale?

For the uninitiated, open box does not mean used and abused. These are products that sat on display shelves or are the last remaining units of a model. They have been unboxed, yes, but they are checked before going back on sale. Think of it as adopting a gadget that has already learned to pose under showroom lighting. In return for that tiny bit of history, you pay significantly less than the sticker price.

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Nilesh Gupta, Director at Vijay Sales, says the open box clearance sale 2026 edition has become one of the most anticipated shopping events of the year for the chain, with offers curated across categories while keeping quality and customer trust intact.

Home and Kitchen Appliances Steal the Show

The biggest discounts on washing machines in India right now might just be sitting inside this sale. Select top-load washing machines and home appliances carry up to 60 per cent off, and the individual deals are worth a closer look.

  • Toshiba 9Kg fully automatic front load washing machine at 50 per cent off
  • Voltas Beko 7Kg top load at 50 per cent off and the 9Kg semi automatic at 53 per cent off
  • Haier 11/7Kg washer dryer combo at 42 per cent off
  • Godrej 7.5Kg top load at 42 per cent off

Refrigerators are marked down by up to 50 per cent, with a 240-litre frost-free model priced at Rs 20,990 and premium side-by-side units starting from Rs 49,990. A Toshiba dishwasher is going for Rs 24,990, microwaves and OTGs are up to 40 per cent off, and 1.5 ton 3 star air conditioners are discounted by up to 55 per cent. Even the humble household brigade of irons, garment steamers, vacuum cleaners and air purifiers starts at just Rs 699.

Televisions and Audio Get Serious Price Cuts

Anyone hunting for 4K smart TV deals in India should pay attention here. The 43-inch 4K smart TVs are up to 45 per cent off and 4K televisions start from Rs 23,990. The 32-inch QLED models go up to 70 per cent off, while 55-inch 4K Mini LED TVs are discounted by as much as 60 per cent. Zebronics soundbars carry up to 60 per cent off, and buying any LED TV unlocks select soundbars from Rs 3,990. Your neighbours may not thank you.

Apple Products, Laptops and Wearables

A limited range of Apple products open box deals will be available while stocks last, alongside laptops, tablets and smartphones from top brands at clearance prices. Bluetooth headphones and speakers begin at Rs 999, and smartwatches start at Rs 1,499. These categories tend to vanish fastest, so procrastinators have been warned.

Bank Offers and Loyalty Points Sweeten the Pot

The bank card instant discount offers are extensive this year. HDFC Bank cardholders get up to Rs 7,500 off on EMI transactions of Rs 7,500 and above, while ICICI Bank credit cards fetch up to Rs 7,500 off on EMI spends of Rs 12,500 or more. American Express users can claim up to Rs 20,000 off on weekend EMI transactions above Rs 25,000, and OneCard holders get up to Rs 20,000 off on EMI purchases of Rs 15,000 and above.

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HSBC, AU Small Finance Bank, Yes Bank and DBS cardholders have their own instant discount windows throughout the week. Every shopper is also enrolled in the MyVS loyalty programme, earning 0.75 per cent back as points, with each point worth one rupee on future purchases.

Final Thoughts

Among the best electronics deals in July 2026, this one rewards speed over deliberation. Open box inventory is finite by definition, and the good stuff rarely waits politely. If you have been circling a fridge, a big TV or an Apple gadget for months, walking into your nearest Vijay Sales store this week is probably cheaper than waiting for the festive season. Just check the unit thoroughly before billing, and let someone else pay full price.

NYT Strands #860 Guide: Hints, Tips, and Answers to Today’s Puzzle (July 11, 2026)

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NYT Strands #860 Guide: Hints, Tips, and Answers to Today’s Puzzle (July 11, 2026)

Don’t know where to get started in today’s NYT Strands? Let us help you out. If you have no idea what today’s theme means, you’re not the only one. The good news is that we’ve cracked the code and have some helpful pointers for you. As you scroll down, we’ll explain the theme and give you some unrelated words that you can hit to unlock the hints in the puzzle. If you don’t want your results to show these hints, we’ve provided the answer key at the end. So, without further ado, here are the hints and answers to today’s NYT Strands (#860, July 11, 2026).

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What is Strands?

Strands is one of the most popular word games by The New York Times. You can play it in the NYT Games app or on the NYT website. The puzzle presents you with an 8×6 grid comprising a mix of letters. Alongside this grid, you are given a theme. The goal of the game is to find all the words in the grid that pertain to this theme. You can form these words by moving up, down, sideways and diagonally without overlapping the letters. When all the words have been guessed, no letter in the grid remains unlinked.

But that’s not it. There’s a puzzle within the puzzle. Apart from linking the theme-related words, you are also supposed to find the ‘Spanagram’. This word spans the entire grid, either horizontally or vertically, and is related to the words you’ve guessed already. If you don’t know where to start, you can guess random four-letter words to unlock hints. However, the final result will reflect that you took the help of these hints.

NYT Strands #860 Grid

NYT Strands #860 Grid

NYT Strands #860 Theme: Fishy fare

While today’s theme doesn’t give a lot away, you can make out that it has something to do with a meal. So, let’s keep that in mind while trying to figure out the related words.

NYT Strands #860 Hint 1: Filler words

Here are some of the filler words you can use in today’s grid to score yourself some hints. These words are not related to the theme.

PALE, SOLE, TALE, SPORE, SEANCE, CHIME, PROSE, POSER, PUNT, TOAD, PEEL, ASSES, CANE, CEASE, SEEN, SORE, LATER, and more.

NYT Strands #860 Hint 2: Spanagram

Today’s Spanagram is aligned horizontally. It starts from the 5th row, goes down to the 6th row, then ends up back in the 5th row.

NYT Strands #860 Answers: Word List Today (July 11, 2026)

NYT Strands #860 Word List Today (July 11, 2026)

  • PEAS
  • TUNA
  • SALT
  • PEPPER
  • NOODLES
  • CHEESE
  • MILK
  • SOUP

Spanagram: CASSEROLE

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How did other players do today?

Early Strands testers get to choose from 3 difficulty levels after finishing the puzzle: easy, moderate, and challenging. The average ratings indicated that the puzzle was challenging today. How did you fare? Let us know in the comments!

Wordle #1,848 Hints and Answer to Fly Through Today’s Puzzle (July 11, 2026)

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Wordle #1,848 Hints and Answer to Fly Through Today’s Puzzle (July 11, 2026)

Ran into a brick wall while solving today’s Wordle puzzle? Out of ideas on how to proceed further? Don’t worry, we’re here to help you out. As you scroll down, you will see a series of hints leading you to today’s answer. These hints don’t contain any big spoilers, but they progressively get you closer to the answer until it becomes obvious. So, without further ado, here are the hints and answer to Wordle today (#1,848, July 11, 2026).

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New to Wordle? Brush up on the rules

The aim of the puzzle is to guess the five-letter word represented by five empty boxes. The six rows represent the six attempts you get to crack the puzzle. After each guess, the puzzle reveals the veracity of your guess. Here’s what the colour of each box means:

  • 🟩: The letter is correct and in the correct position.
  • 🟨: The letter is in the word, but not in the place you put it in.
  • ⬛: The letter is not in the word.

Some general tips to keep in mind

  • Get the most common letters out early. Make sure your starting word has a good mix of vowels and consonants. Since S, A, T, R, I, E, C, and N are some of the most common letters, words like STARE, SALET, CRANE, RAISE, and SLATE make great first guesses.
  • Remember that a letter can have recurring letters. Just because you hit a green box doesn’t mean that the word cannot appear again in the word. Remember this tip when you’ve got only a few words at your disposal.
  • Think about the structure of the word. Take the help of common patterns like CH-, -EN, -ED, SH-, -CK, and more to visualise the word.
  • If you’re not in Hard Mode, don’t worry about changing the position of a green word to make a guess. This will help in eliminating more words.

Wordle #1,848 Hints and Answer Today (July 11, 2026)

  • 1st Hint: Kind of Word

Today’s Wordle answer is an adjective.

  • 2nd Hint: Recurring Letters

The answer has one recurring letter in the first and fourth spots.

  • 3rd Hint: Vowels

Today’s word has two vowels. One of them is the recurring letter.

  • 4th Hint: Starting Word

Today’s Wordle answer starts with A. Going by the previous hints, this is one of the vowels, and it is also a recurring letter, appearing again in the 4th spot.

  • 5th Hint: Meaning

Today’s word means ‘relating to birds’.

  • Wordle #1,848 (July 11, 2026) Answer: Avian

Previous Wordle Answers

Friday, July 10, 2026 (#1,847): Canal

Thursday, July 9, 2026 (#1,846): Amend

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 (#1,845): Demon

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 (#1,844): Sling

Monday, July 6, 2026 (#1,843): Toddy

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How did other players do today?

On average, early Wordle testers were able to finish today’s puzzle in 5 attempts out of 6. This places the puzzle in the hard category. How did you fare today? Share your performance in the comments!

All the Hints, Clues, and Answers to NYT Connections (#1,126) July 11, 2026

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All the Hints, Clues, and Answers to NYT Connections (#1,126) July 11, 2026

Today’s Connections puzzle is a tricky one. If you’re not on your game, this one might slip past you. Instead of wasting your attempts on guesses, we recommend taking a look at the hints we’ve prepared for you. If you’re on your last attempt, scroll further to get one word from each category and the list of themes. Don’t want to take any chances? You’ll find the answers and their explanations at the bottom. So, without further ado, here are the hints, clues, and answers to today’s NYT Connections (#1,126, July 11, 2026).

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What is Connections?

Connections is one of the most popular word games from The New York Times, only trailing behind Wordle. The rules of the game are simple. You are presented with a 16-word grid where you’re supposed to find the entries that share something in common. There are a total of 4 groups, each consisting of 4 letters, that you must find. The Yellow group is the easiest to spot, followed by Green, Blue, and Purple. Sometimes, there are a couple of red herrings to throw you off and make the puzzle more interesting. You can play Connections in the NYT Games app or on the NYT website.

Some tips to solve Connections

Look for the obvious patterns: Not every category in the puzzle is confusing. The Yellow and Green category words are relatively easy to spot. However, if something seems too obvious, it could be a red herring. Typically, the first two categories comprise verbs and adjectives. The misdirects are often nouns.

Double-check your submissions: ‘Do not overthink’ is usually a good tip for solving most puzzles, but it doesn’t really apply to Connections. Before submitting a set of words, you should always check whether they fit somewhere else too.

Hit a dead end? Use the shuffle button: The shuffle button at the bottom of the grid exists for a reason. Placing the words in different positions can spark new connections. Think of it as a mental refresh. New patterns will emerge, and you may be able to find a breakthrough.

Tackle the Purple category with extra caution: The Connections team is known to serve up the toughest and most unexpected words for the Purple category. Here are some of the common tropes that you should look out for:

  • Homophones (For example: ‘Where’, ‘Wear’, ‘Ware’, and ‘Weir’)
  • Words within words (For example: ‘Slip’, ‘Hear’, ‘Keyes’, and ‘Undiagnosed’ could be ‘Words containing parts of the face’)
  • Words minus a letter (For example: ‘Anther’, ‘Easel’, ‘Hark’, and ‘Lama’ could be ‘Animals minus starting letter’)
  • Words preceded or followed by another word (For example: ‘Face’, ‘Sports’, ‘Note’, and ‘Year’ could be ‘____ Book’)

Here’s your grid for today

Here’s your grid for today

  • STILL
  • STILTS
  • SLINKY
  • AARDVARK
  • WOODY
  • GLASSY
  • CANNON
  • BOCCE
  • EBBING
  • BO PEEP
  • FLAT
  • UNICYCLE
  • CALM
  • JESSIE
  • TRAPEZE
  • TWIDDLE

Hints for NYT Connections (#1,126) July 11, 2026

Let’s get you started with some general, spoiler-free hints.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Used by performers at a circus.
  • 🟢Green Group: Unmoving water body.
  • 🔵Blue Group: Characters from a recently released animated movie.
  • 🟣Purple Group: Recurring letters.

One Word Per Category (Contains Spoilers)

Can’t seem to find an in? We’ll give you one word from each category.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Cannon.
  • 🟢Green Group: Calm.
  • 🔵Blue Group: Bo Peep.
  • 🟣Purple Group: Aardvark.

List of Themes (Major Spoilers)

Maybe getting to know the common themes among the words will help you spot them faster. Here are all the categories for today.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Circus Equipment.
  • 🟢Green Group: Undisturbed, As Water.
  • 🔵Blue Group: Toy Story Characters.
  • 🟣Purple Group: Double Letters Appearing In That Letter’s Alphabetical Position.

Answers to NYT Connections (#1,126) Today (July 11, 2026)

Close to waving the white flag? Fine, we’ll give you the answers.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Cannon, Stilts, Trapeze, Unicycle. (Circus Equipment)

Today’s Yellow group was pretty straightforward. All of these items can be found at a circus.

  • 🟢Green Group: Calm, Flat, Glassy, Still. (Undisturbed, As Water)

These words are used to describe tranquil, unmoving bodies of water.

  • 🔵Blue Group: Bo Peep, Jessie, Slinky, Woody. (Toy Story Characters)

If you haven’t watched Toy Story, this one may have thrown you for a spin. ‘Slinky’ is a bit of a misdirect, as it fits the circus theme too.

  • 🟣Purple Group: Aardvark, Bocce, Ebbing, Twiddle. (Double Letters Appearing In That Letter’s Alphabetical Position)

A, being the first letter of the alphabet, appears as a double letter in the first position of Aardvark. The same goes for B in Ebbing (2), C in Bocce (3), and D in Twiddle (4).

Answers to yesterday’s puzzle (#1,125, July 10, 2026)

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Airplane Mode, Do Not Disturb, Hotspot, Location Services. (Smartphone Settings)
  • 🟢Green Group: Decadent, Fresh-Baked, Molten, À La Mode. (Dessert Menu Descriptors)
  • 🔵Blue Group: Depeche Mode, Erasure, New Order, Pet Shop Boys. (‘80s Synth-Pop Bands)
  • 🟣Purple Group: Ball Gown, Outkast, Safe Mode, Strike A Pose. (Starting With Baseball Calls)

Answers to NYT Connections #1,124 (July 9, 2026)

  • 🟡Yellow Group: NA, Spirit-Free, Virgin, Zero-Proof. (Non-Alcoholic Designators)
  • 🟢Green Group: Billboard, Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, Spin. (Music Publications)
  • 🔵Blue Group: Persian, Prayer, Shag, Throw. (Kinds Of Rugs) 
  • 🟣Purple Group: Firebird, G6, Grand Prix, Trans Am. (Pontiac Models)

Answers to NYT Connections #1,123 (July 8, 2026)

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Grate, Plane, Shave, Sliver. (Cut Into Thin Pieces)
  • 🟢Green Group: Drift, Plot, Theme, Thread. (Motif)
  • 🔵Blue Group: Pick, Pluck, Strum, Tap. (Guitar-Playing Techniques)
  • 🟣Purple Group: Cards, Lords, Wax, Worship. (House Of ___)

Read Also: Samsung Opens Pre-Reserve for Next Galaxy Foldables in India, Rs 999 Gets You a VIP Pass

How did other solvers do today?

NYT’s early testers rated today’s Connection puzzle 1 out of 5. This puts it in the easy difficulty level. Let us know how you fared in the comments!

Knife Arena Codes (July 2026)

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Knife Arena Codes (July 2026)

Knife Arena is a simple game, but it promises loads of fun. The aim of the game is to get good at spear training and use your newly acquired skills to slice through your opponents. Of course, the better your knife is, the easier it will be to defeat your opponents. If you don’t want to spend real money on upgrades, you can just use the special codes offered by the game. Here are all the Knife Arena codes that are up for grabs in July 2026.

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List of Working Knife Arena Codes (July 2026)

Codes Reward(s)
newscrtcase
Reworked Secret Case x1 (NEW, expires on August 2)
FREELIKE1
Random Mystic Knife
freecase Release Case

List of Expired Codes

These codes can no longer be redeemed.

  • s7fix
  • EASTER2026
  • newupd

How to redeem a code in this game

  1. Launch Knife Arena in Roblox.
  2. Hit the gear icon in the top right section of the screen.
    Hit the gear icon in the top right section of the screen.
  3. Go to the Redeem Code section.
    Go to the Redeem Code section. Knife Arena Codes (July 2026)
  4. Paste your code into the text box that says Enter Code Here.
    Paste your code into the text box that says Enter Code Here. Knife Arena Codes (July 2026)
  5. Hit the Redeem button.
    Hit the Redeem button. Knife Arena Codes (July 2026)

Learn the controls

PC

  • W/A/S/D: Move.
  • Space: Jump.
  • Ctrl: Crouch/Slide.
  • Left Mouse Button (LMB): Attack.
  • Right Mouse Button (RMB): Block.
  • Hold Shift while moving: Run.

Phone

  • Left screen swipe: Move around.
  • Right screen swipe: Adjust perspective.
  • Slash and stab buttons: Attack.
  • Up arrow button: Jump.
  • Down arrow button: Crouch/Slide.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why is my code not working in this game?

If you can’t get your code to work, check it for typos and make sure its letters are in the correct case.

How do I get a Mystic Knife in this game?

Use code ‘FREELIKE1’ to get a random Mystic Knife for free in Knife Arena.

How do I redeem a code in this game?

Launch Knife Arena, go to settings, switch to the ‘Redeem Code’ section, enter your code in the text box, and hit ‘Redeem’.

Why am I not able to redeem my code in this game?

If your code has expired, it can no longer be redeemed in Roblox.

Where can I find the newest Roblox codes?

Go to the Gaming section on our website for codes from more Roblox games.

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Final Thoughts

If you like more action-based games, check out Combat Arena and Untitled Boxing Game on Roblox. While you’re here, take a look at the latest Neo Tennis codes.

Bookmark this page to get the latest Knife Arena codes as soon as they are released. Go to the Gaming section on our website for the codes to every popular Roblox title, hints to daily NYT games, and more fun stuff!

Samsung CEO TM Roh Teases Thinner, Lighter Foldables and an AI That Actually Knows You

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Samsung CEO TM Roh Teases Thinner, Lighter Foldables and an AI That Actually Knows You

Samsung Electronics President and CEO TM Roh has fired the opening salvo ahead of the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked July 2026 event, and it is less about megapixels and more about mind reading. In a rare editorial published this week, Roh promised foldables that are thinner, lighter, stronger and more immersive, paired with personal AI that understands users well enough to act on their behalf. The timing is no accident. Samsung has confirmed its next Unpacked showcase for July 22 in London, where the next generation of Galaxy foldables is widely expected to break cover.

Foldables Get a Starring Role in the AI Story

Roh’s central argument is refreshingly simple. As AI takes on more tasks at once, the screen it lives on matters more than ever. A display that flexes and folds, he says, can shrink into your palm or open up into a larger stage, which is exactly the kind of canvas a busy digital assistant needs. In his words, this is what makes foldables special, and Samsung has spent years making them thinner, lighter and tougher with each generation.

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That is not idle talk either. The company is now on its eighth generation of foldable phones, a fact that carries extra weight this year as rivals reportedly prepare their first bendable devices. Samsung’s official teaser for the event carries the tagline “A New Shape Unfolds,” and industry chatter points to a refreshed Galaxy Z Fold lineup, possibly including a wider form factor, alongside a new flip-style phone and updated smartwatches. Samsung has not confirmed any device names yet, so treat the specifics as educated speculation until July 22.

Welcome to the Agentic Age

The most interesting part of Roh’s editorial is his framing of where AI goes next. According to him, AI no longer merely answers questions. It is entering what he calls an agentic age, where intelligence takes action on your behalf while you keep the final say. Think of it as upgrading from a chatty encyclopaedia to a capable personal assistant who books the table, drafts the reply and reorders the groceries, then checks with you before hitting confirm.

But there is a catch, and Roh does not dodge it. For AI to act for someone, it must first know them. That is why he believes the devices people already live with, from phones and tablets to watches, TVs and home appliances, are the real entry points for personal AI. The phone travels with you. The watch reads your sleep and heart rate. The TV and connected appliances add context from your home. Stitch those signals together and the AI stops guessing and starts understanding.

Trust Is the New Spec Sheet

Knowing a user that intimately raises obvious privacy questions, and Roh leans on Samsung Knox as the answer. The security platform now protects not just each Galaxy device but the connections between them, which matters as intelligence starts flowing across gadgets. The most personal data, he stressed, stays on the device, so people can see how the AI works and remain in control.

Roh also reiterated Samsung’s long-standing pitch for openness, arguing that the best intelligence in the world should reach people through their everyday devices, with partners free to build on that foundation. Expect Unpacked to demonstrate how Galaxy AI, connected hardware and third-party services come together in practice.

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Last Words

Strip away the executive polish and Roh’s message is a clever repositioning. Samsung knows the raw AI horsepower race is crowded, so it is shifting the battleground to something harder to copy, which is years of hardware, an ecosystem that spans the living room to the wrist, and eight generations of foldable know-how. His closing line says it plainly. The next era will not be won by whoever has the smartest AI, but by whoever understands people best and turns that understanding into experiences they can trust. On July 22 in London, we find out if the hardware can cash the cheque. By past experience with Samsung, we think they will.

Samsung Bespoke AI ACs Take On the Monsoon With Dry Comfort Tech and Freeze Wash Hygiene

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Samsung Bespoke AI ACs Take On the Monsoon With Dry Comfort Tech and Freeze Wash Hygiene

The monsoon has a talent for making everything feel damp, including your patience. Samsung thinks it has the fix. The company has put its Samsung Bespoke AI air conditioners front and centre for the rainy season, highlighting a 3-in-1 Monsoon Care package that promises to dehumidify your room, keep the machine hygienic on the inside, and stop moisture from quietly eating the hardware. In other words, an AC that works hardest precisely when most ACs start sulking.

Why Monsoon Cooling Is a Different Beast

Summer cooling is simple. Lower the temperature, and everyone is happy. Monsoon comfort is trickier because the real villain is humidity, not heat. A regular AC often overcools the room just to wring moisture out of the air, leaving you reaching for a blanket in July. That clammy, sticky indoor feeling is exactly what Samsung’s monsoon-focused features are built to tackle, and it is a pain point every household from Delhi to Kochi knows intimately.

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The 3-in-1 Monsoon Care Breakdown

The pitch rests on three pillars. First is Comfort Drying, which pulls excess moisture from indoor air while keeping energy consumption sensible, so your living room stays dry without your electricity bill staging a protest. Second is Freeze Wash, a self-cleaning routine that targets the dust, mould, bacteria and allergens that love to set up camp inside AC units during humid months. Fresher air, less manual maintenance, fewer mystery smells when you switch the unit on. Third is Durafin Ultra, an anti-corrosion coating that shields the internals from rust and moisture damage, which matters enormously in coastal and monsoon-heavy regions where ACs tend to age in dog years.

Dry Comfort Mode Is the Quiet Star

Beyond the monsoon trio, the Bespoke AI WindFree models carry Dry Comfort technology. Using humidity sensors and smart refrigerant flow control, the AC manages moisture levels intelligently without turning your bedroom into a walk-in freezer. The result is better indoor air quality and less of that sticky-skin sensation, all without the aggressive overcooling older machines rely on. For anyone who has argued over the remote at 2 am, this alone might justify a look.

What the 2026 Lineup Actually Offers

The 2026 range spans 23 models of 100 per cent Bespoke AI WindFree air conditioners, including 4-star energy efficiency options, with prices starting at Rs 32,490. The lineup is built specifically for Indian homes and climate conditions, blending AI-driven cooling, WindFree technology that disperses air through thousands of micro holes to avoid cold drafts, and SmartThings connectivity for control via smartphone or voice assistants. AI Energy Mode claims up to 30 per cent energy savings, while a 5-year comprehensive warranty and a 10-year warranty on the AI Inverter Compressor sweeten the durability story. Availability covers major retail outlets plus Flipkart, Amazon and Samsung’s own online store.

Read Also: Wordle July 10, 2026 Answer Revealed: Clues and Solution for Puzzle #1847

Final Thoughts

Air conditioner marketing usually peaks in May and vanishes by July, so Samsung leaning into the monsoon is a smart bit of counter-programming. The features themselves address genuinely annoying problems rather than invented ones, which is refreshing. Whether the 3-in-1 Monsoon Care delivers in Mumbai in August remains the real test, but on paper, this is an AC lineup that finally treats the rainy season as more than an afterthought. Your ceiling fan, meanwhile, is nervously updating its resume.

Buy Samsung Bespoke AI ACs from here.

Neo Tennis Codes (July 2026)

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Neo Tennis Codes (July 2026)

A little back and forth on the tennis court is a great way to kill some time when you’re bored. Neo Tennis on Roblox is one of the best games for this task. With super accessible controls, this game has a very small learning curve. Before jumping into a competitive game, you can hone your skills and learn a few tricks. To give you the game in tougher matches, the game offers some special codes that can be redeemed for useful items. Here are all the Neo Tennis codes that are up for grabs in July 2026.

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List of Working Neo Tennis Codes (July 2026)

  • Q4WG4WPEBSX: 3 Lucky Spins. (NEW)
  • PEGEPJGC8DB: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • H7KR3B953ZN: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • HC2YTYDK325: 5 Lucky Spins.
  • T4PP67H6DZ7: 5 Lucky Spins.
  • 6288P8BS5TG: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • XDC5X5GSDY6: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • 4A5GE6D3Z45: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • 2XDSCZDEB9J: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • FIXCROWDSFX: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • A8F2FAGR8KW: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • R4KPJ6J9QKP: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • J5S3BF8D8EB: 3 Lucky Spins. 
  • EFXX3C2PCMT: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • XGR8ASEEMZH: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • SWZYHHWK3R9: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • JCFSJPJCB67: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • 4WZHRFWK2D8: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • EYY7NBFBA6F: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • 43CCMBZTWNG: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • WARS4YSPK3M: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • R7JAGHTZ8TA: 1 Lucky Spin.
  • FQP4E8EZ8CT: 1 Lucky Spin.
  • 4RKRCPHAYEP: 2 Spins.
  • NN8C432Z26W: 1 Lucky Spin.
  • Y8YRH79G4NX: 2 Spins.
  • Z2KZQQB5772: 5 Spins.
  • 5SKDPJF2B42: 3 Lucky Spins.
  • Y7Q667XRSJK: 5 Spins.
  • GHZT2Q8MGDH: 2 Spins.
  • MCZW25EASR7: Ice Racket.

List of expired codes

Currently, this title does not have any expired codes.

How to redeem a code in this game

  1. Launch Neo Tennis on Roblox.
  2. Walk up to the Codes section.
    Walk up to the Code section
  3. Tap the Discord icon.
  4. Tap on Type Code Here.
    Tap on Type Code Here.
  5. Enter your code and hit Check.
    Enter your code and hit Check.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why is my code not working?

If you can’t get your code to work, check it for typos and make sure it is in uppercase.

How do I get Lucky Spins in this game?

Use codes ‘Q4WG4WPEBSX’, ‘PEGEPJGC8DB’, and ‘H7KR3B953ZN’ to get free Lucky Spins in Neo Tennis.

How do I redeem my code in this game?

Launch Neo Tennis, go to the Codes section, press ‘E’, enter your code in the text box, and hit ‘Check’.

Why am I not able to redeem my code in this game?

If your code has expired, it can no longer be redeemed on Roblox.

Where can I find the newest Roblox codes?

Go to the Gaming section on our website for the latest codes from more Roblox games.

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Final Thoughts

For more tennis action, check out Racket Rivals and Tennis: Zero on Roblox. While you’re here, take a look at the latest Roblox Fisch codes.

Bookmark this page to get the latest Neo Tennis codes as soon as they are released. Check out the Gaming section on our website for codes from other Roblox titles, hints to daily NYT games, and more fun stuff!

vivo T5 Lite 44W To Launch On July 16 With A 6,500mAh Battery And A Serious Durability Upgrade

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vivo T5 Lite 44W To Launch On July 16 With A 6,500mAh Battery And A Serious Durability Upgrade

Mark your calendars, budget phone hunters. The vivo T5 Lite 44W launch date is officially locked in for July 16, 2026, at 12PM in India, and this one is arriving with more muscle than its name suggests. The newest member of vivo’s T series brings a 6,500mAh battery, 44W fast charging, a 120Hz display and military-grade durability credentials to a segment where every rupee counts. For anyone who has been nursing an ageing budget phone through daily charging anxiety, this launch deserves a spot on the radar.

What the vivo T5 Lite 44W Brings to the Table

The headline act here is stamina. The vivo T5 Lite 44W packs a 6,500mAh battery, a healthy 500mAh bump over the 6,000mAh cell inside last year’s vivo T4 Lite. The bigger story, though, is the charging. The predecessor crawled along at 15W and took nearly two hours to fill up. The new model nearly triples that speed with 44W wired charging, which should slash top-up times dramatically. vivo has even baked the charging figure into the phone’s name, which tells you exactly where its priorities lie.

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The display is no afterthought either. The phone features a 120Hz refresh rate panel with up to 1,200 nits of peak brightness, so scrolling stays smooth and the screen remains legible under harsh sunlight. That brightness figure is genuinely useful in a country where phones spend half their lives outdoors.

Dimensity 6300 Power and Serious Durability Credentials

Under the hood sits the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, a familiar and dependable 5G processor in this price bracket. It is the same silicon family that powered the T4 Lite, so expect reliable everyday performance for messaging, streaming, social media and casual gaming rather than flagship fireworks.

Where the vivo T5 Lite 44W truly separates itself is toughness. The phone carries an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance, an upgrade over the IP64 certification on its predecessor. vivo has also equipped it with military-grade durability certification, and industry reports point to SGS Five-Star drop resistance credentials as well. In plain English, this phone is built to survive the chaos of daily life, from monsoon splashes to the occasional tumble off a charpai.

OriginOS 6 and AI Features Join the Party

On the software front, the vivo T5 Lite 44W runs OriginOS 6, vivo’s revamped operating system that replaced Funtouch OS in India. It arrives loaded with practical AI tools including AI Creation, AI Captions, AI Transcript Assist, AI Documents and Private Space. These are the kind of everyday AI features aimed at students and young professionals, covering everything from summarising documents to keeping sensitive files locked away.

Reports also suggest a 50MP primary rear camera, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and colour options named Wave Blue and Twilight Shadow, though vivo will confirm the full specification sheet at launch.

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Expected Price and Availability in India

vivo has not revealed pricing yet, but the maths writes itself. The T4 Lite debuted under Rs 10,000 and currently starts at Rs 12,999. Industry chatter points to a sub Rs 15,000 price tag for the new model, which would pit it squarely against Redmi, Realme and Motorola’s battery-focused budget offerings. Expect availability through Flipkart, the vivo India online store and offline retail partners once sales begin.

What Else To Expect

The vivo T5 Lite 44W is not trying to reinvent the smartphone. It is trying to fix the two things budget phone buyers complain about most, battery anxiety and fragility, and on paper, it does exactly that. If vivo prices this sensibly, the competition in the sub-Rs 15,000 segment just got a lot more interesting. July 16 cannot come soon enough.

Instagram is letting users create AI images based on your photos: Here’s how you can stop it

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Instagram is letting users create AI images based on your photos: Here’s how you can stop it

Earlier this week, Meta launched its first media generation mode, Muse Image. Users can access this AI image generator on Meta AI, Instagram, and WhatsApp. One of the concerning things about this AI model is that it can be summoned by Instagram users to create images based on the pictures you’ve uploaded to your profile. To make things worse, every user is opted into this feature by default. Don’t want anything to do with it? Here’s how you can stop Instagram from using your pictures for AI use.

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Why Meta’s Muse Image has caused an uproar among Instagram users

Instagram users have flagged Meta’s Muse Image as an invasive and privacy-violating AI tool, and they’re not wrong. The image-generation model has access to all the posts on public Instagram profiles. People can tag your account in a prompt to get the tool to generate AI images of you. Instagram neither notifies you when this happens nor does it let you take down the image (unless you generated it). Since it is an opt-out feature, it is turned on for every user on the platform by default.

While Meta says that Muse Image has safety guardrails built into it, scraping content from public profiles without the explicit consent of users is a gross violation of privacy in itself. You can cut off its access to your posts by making your profile private. If you’d like your profile to remain public, you can opt out of the feature from the ‘Sharing and reuse’ settings.

Stop Instagram users from creating AI images from your content using Muse AI

Launched: Watch History for Instagram Reels, a new tool to access previously watched Reels Instagram is letting users create AI images based on your photos: Here’s you can stop it

  1. Launch the Instagram app and tap your profile icon in the bottom right corner of the screen.
  2. Hit the hamburger menu icon in the top right corner of the screen.
  3. Go to Sharing and reuse.
  4. Scroll to the Allow people to use your content on Instagram and with AI features on Meta section.
  5. Turn off the toggle switches next to Posts and Reels.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Muse Image?

Muse Image is Meta’s new AI tool, which lets other users use your image and likeness to generate AI pictures by tagging your account in a prompt.

Do I get notified when someone generates an AI image using my Instagram profile picture?

No, Instagram does not notify you when someone uses your profile picture to generate an image using Muse AI.

How do I stop Instagram from using my pictures to create AI images?

Go to your Instagram profile, tap the menu icon, go to ‘Sharing and reuse’, scroll down to ‘Allow people to use your content on Instagram and with AI features on Meta’, and turn off the toggle switches next to Posts and Reels.

Can Muse AI use my images if my account is set to private?

No, Muse AI cannot use images from private accounts.

Why can’t I use Muse AI on Instagram?

Currently, Muse AI is available to users in the US only. Meta will soon roll out the feature to users in other regions.

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Final Thoughts

If you don’t see the ‘Allow people to use your content on Instagram and with AI features on Meta’ category in the ‘Sharing and reuse’ section in profile settings, it’s because Muse AI has not been rolled out for your account yet. Currently, it is only available to users in the US. Soon, it will reach more regions and countries across the world.

Free Fire MAX Codes for 10 July 2026: Unlock Free Diamonds, Gun Skins and Loot Crates Before They Expire

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Free Fire MAX Codes for 10 July 2026: Unlock Free Diamonds, Gun Skins and Loot Crates Before They Expire

If you woke up today hoping to give your in-game avatar a makeover without touching your wallet, you are in luck. The latest Garena Free Fire MAX redeem codes for 10 July 2026 are now live, and they can unlock everything from weapon skins and emotes to loot crates, vouchers and even the occasional stash of diamonds. As always, these freebies operate on a strict first-come, first-served basis, so the early bird genuinely does get the Gloo Wall skin.

What are Free Fire MAX redeem codes?

For the uninitiated, redeem codes are 12-character alphanumeric strings that Garena releases regularly through events, esports tournaments, influencer collaborations and community celebrations. Think of them as tiny digital scratch cards. Enter one on the official Rewards Redemption website and, if fortune favours you, a reward lands in your in-game mailbox. Most codes stay active for roughly 12 to 24 hours, and many carry a redemption cap of around 500 claims. Once that quota is hit, the code turns into a pumpkin.

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The system exists for a simple reason. Premium cosmetics in Free Fire MAX normally require diamonds, the paid currency that can pinch the pocket. Daily codes level the playing field a little, letting free-to-play gamers across India, the USA, the UK, Australia and beyond collect rare items purely by being quick on the draw.

Active Free Fire MAX redeem codes for 10 July 2026

Here is today’s list of working codes. Copy and paste them exactly as shown, since these codes are case-sensitive and a single wrong character will throw up an invalid code error.

  • FFSGT7KNFQ2X
  • FPSTQ7MXNPY5
  • 4N8M2XL9R1G3
  • H8YC4TN6VKQ9
  • FF6YH3BFD7VT
  • B1RK7C5ZL8YT
  • 4ST1ZTBZBRP9
  • BR43FMAPYEZZ
  • UPQ7X5NMJ64V
  • S9QK2L6VP3MR
  • P3LX6V9TM2QH
  • RD3TZK7WME65
  • ZRW3J4N8VX56
  • WD2ATK3ZEA55
  • FFPLUFBVSLOT
  • J3ZKQ57Z2P2P
  • FFWCTKX2P5NQ
  • TX4SC2VUNPKF
  • RHTG9VOLTDWP
  • N7QK5L3MRP9J
  • J2QP8M1KVL6V
  • E9QH6K4LNP7V
  • S5PL7M2LRV8K
  • Q8M4K7L2VR9J
  • TFX9J3Z2RP64

A quick note on expectations. Rewards are often randomised, so two players redeeming the same code might walk away with very different loot. One person’s legendary gun skin is another person’s humble voucher. That is the gamble, and honestly, it is half the fun.

How to redeem Free Fire MAX codes today

Redeeming takes barely two minutes. Follow these steps and you are sorted.

  1. Head to the official Garena Rewards Redemption website.
  2. Log in with the account linked to your game profile. Google, Facebook, X, VK, Apple ID and Huawei ID all work.
  3. Copy an active code from the list above and paste it into the redemption box.
  4. Hit Confirm and wait for the success message.
  5. Open Free Fire MAX, check the Mail section, and collect your goodies. Most rewards arrive within 30 minutes, though some can take up to 24 hours.

Why your code might not work

Before you fire off an angry tweet, run through this checklist. The code may have expired, since most survive less than a day. The redemption quota may already be full. Some codes are region-locked, meaning a code meant for the India server will politely refuse players elsewhere. And crucially, guest accounts cannot redeem anything at all, so link your account to a supported platform first.

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One more word of caution. Steer clear of shady websites and apps promising a magical “1000 diamond code” or unlimited rewards. No such code exists, and these traps usually want your login details more than they want to help you. Stick to official Garena channels and verified sources.

Our take

Daily redeem codes have quietly become one of Garena’s smartest retention tricks. They cost the company little, yet they give millions of players a reason to check in every morning like it is a lottery draw with better odds. If you are reading this before your first match of the day, redeem now and ask questions later. Free loot waits for no one.

Today’s NYT Strands Hints and Answers (July 10, 2026): Full Solution for Puzzle #859

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Today’s NYT Strands Hints and Answers (July 10, 2026): Full Solution for Puzzle #859

If you came looking for the NYT Strands answers today, July 10, you are in good company. Puzzle #859 has been quietly humbling solvers across India, the USA, the UK and Australia with a theme clue so short it barely qualifies as a clue at all. “I think…” is all The New York Times gives you this Friday, and unless your brain immediately completes that sentence the way the puzzle wants you to, the grid can feel like a wall of random letters for an uncomfortably long time.

The good news? Once the penny drops, the whole board collapses in minutes. Below you will find graduated hints, the clue words that unlock in-game help, the complete list of theme words and the spangram, so you can take exactly as much assistance as your pride allows.

What is the NYT Strands theme for July 10?

Today’s official theme is “I think…”, which, on its own, could point in almost any direction. Philosophy students will instinctively mutter “therefore I am” and get precisely nowhere. The actual answer is far more optimistic than Descartes’.

Read Also: NYT Strands Answers Today, July 9, 2026: Hints, Spangram and Full Word List for Puzzle #858

Here is a nudge before the big reveal. Every hidden word in today’s grid can follow one very common three-letter verb, the same verb you would use before “a wish” or “a promise.” If that clicked, close this tab and go finish your streak. If not, read on.

Clue words to earn in-game hints

Strands rewards patient scanning. Find any word of four or more letters that is not a theme word, and for every three of those, the game highlights one theme answer for you. These filler words worked nicely in today’s board, though any valid finds will do the job: SANE, SANS, TANS, TAMS, HEAT, HATE, LENS, MAKE, RAKE and BLOOD.

Sharp-eyed solvers will notice one of those clue words is doing double duty as a giant flashing signpost for the theme. No prizes for guessing which.

NYT Strands answers for puzzle #859

Spoilers ahead, so this is your final warning. The seven regular theme words hidden in the July 10 Strands puzzle are:

  • GOOD
  • LOVE
  • HASTE
  • MERRY
  • SENSE
  • BELIEVE
  • HISTORY

Every one of them completes a familiar “make” phrase. You make good on a promise, make love not war, make haste when you are late, make merry in December, make sense of chaos, make believe as a child and make history if you are very lucky. It is a tidy, satisfying set, mixing nouns, verbs and adjectives so the answers never feel formulaic.

Today’s Strands spangram explained

The spangram for puzzle #859 is WECANMAKEIT. It runs horizontally across the board, starting with the W that sits at the very beginning of the top row, then winding across and down before touching the opposite edge. Read together with the theme clue, the full thought becomes “I think we can make it,” a cheerful little pep talk hiding inside a word search. The spangram also hands you the key verb MAKE on a plate, which is why finding it early turns a hard puzzle into an easy one.

Why did this puzzle feel harder than usual

Strands difficulty usually comes down to how quickly the theme reveals itself, and “I think…” is about as cryptic as the Times gets. Solvers who chased philosophical or song-lyric interpretations burned through hints fast. The trickiest unscramble was arguably HASTE, an old-fashioned word younger players rarely reach for, while BELIEVE and HISTORY fell quickly once MAKE was on the table. Compared with yesterday’s lip-themed puzzle #858, whose spangram was KISSANDMAKEUP, today’s grid demanded noticeably more lateral thinking. Interestingly, both puzzles leaned on the same beloved verb two days running.

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A quick refresher on how Strands works

For newcomers, Strands is the NYT’s daily word search with a twist. Every letter on the six-by-eight board belongs to exactly one answer, theme words are highlighted in blue, and the yellow spangram always stretches between two opposite edges while summing up the day’s idea. There are no penalties for wrong guesses, so unhurried exploration beats speed every time.

Final thoughts

Puzzle #859 is a lovely reminder that the shortest clues often hide the warmest answers. A grid built around encouragement, celebration and a bit of romance feels almost suspiciously wholesome for a Friday, and we are not complaining. If today’s board defeated you, take the spangram’s advice personally. You can, in fact, make it. There is always tomorrow’s puzzle.

Wordle July 10, 2026 Answer Revealed: Clues and Solution for Puzzle #1847

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Wordle July 10, 2026 Answer Revealed: Clues and Solution for Puzzle #1847

Friday puzzles carry a certain pressure. Fumble the Wordle answer today for July 10, 2026 and you spend the whole weekend thinking about it. Puzzle #1847 is not a monster by any measure, but it hides one small trap that has been quietly collecting victims since midnight. The word itself is something you have seen in geography lessons, holiday brochures, and roughly every documentary about global shipping ever made. Whether you want a featherlight nudge or the full answer served on a plate, keep scrolling. We have arranged everything from mild to spicy so your streak survives intact.

A quick refresher on the rules

Wordle gives you six attempts to find a five-letter word. Type a guess and the tiles respond in colour. Green means the letter is correct and correctly placed, yellow means it belongs in the word but somewhere else, and grey means it has no business being there at all. Simple to learn, occasionally brutal in practice, and played by millions of people who all pretend they solve it in three every day.

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One thing worth knowing in 2026 is that the puzzle no longer draws exclusively from unused words. Earlier this year, the game began recycling older solutions into the daily rotation. So if today’s word feels strangely familiar, your memory is not playing tricks. Veterans with long histories may actually hold a slight edge now.

Gentle hints before the big reveal

Work through these one at a time and stop the moment inspiration strikes.

  • The answer is a common noun, not an obscure dictionary deep cut.
  • It describes something engineered by humans, not found in nature.
  • Boats travel through it, farmers depend on it, and entire countries have gone to great lengths to build one.
  • Venice is stitched together by these. Panama built one so important it renamed itself around it.

The trap inside puzzle #1847

Here is where things get interesting. Today’s word contains only one distinct vowel, but it shows up twice. That repeated A is precisely the kind of detail that turns a confident third guess into a nervous fifth. If you have found a single yellow A and moved on, circle back. The Wordle editors adore doubled letters, and today they are indulging that habit fully.

For placement hunters, the word opens with C and closes with L. Three consonants, two identical vowels, five tiles of mild deception.

Openers worth keeping in your pocket

A strong first guess does the heavy lifting for the entire game. Aim for words packed with popular letters. E, A, R, T, O, and S appear most frequently in English, which is why staples like RAISE, STARE, and LEAST keep showing up in strategy guides. A smart second move is choosing a word with entirely different letters from your first, sweeping the alphabet clean before you commit to anything. Players chasing genuine difficulty can flip on Hard Mode, which forces every revealed clue into your following guesses and removes all the comfortable escape routes.

The answer to Wordle #1847

This is your final off-ramp. Still here? Good.

Today’s Wordle answer is CANAL.

An artificial waterway carved for ships, drainage, or irrigation, the word traces back to the Latin canalis, a root it shares with channel. Humanity has been digging these things for thousands of years, from ancient Mesopotamian irrigation channels to the modern giants that shave weeks off intercontinental shipping routes. Five letters carrying a remarkable amount of history.

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Final thoughts

CANAL is a fair answer wearing an unfair disguise. Nothing about the word is exotic, yet that doubled A quietly punishes anyone who treats vowels as single-use items. If it took you five guesses today, consider it a lesson rather than a loss. The tiles reset at midnight, and puzzle #1848 will be waiting with fresh mischief. Bring a better opener.

NYT Connections #1,125 hints, clues, and answers to maintain your winning streak (July 10, 2026)

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NYT Connections #1,125 hints, clues, and answers to maintain your winning streak (July 10, 2026)

Can’t find any link between the words in today’s Connections grid? We’re here to help you out. First, we’ll give you some general hints to nudge you in the direction of the answers. Then, we’ll give you one word from each category, followed by the list of themes. Finally, you can have the answers and their explanations. So, without further ado, here are all the hints, clues, and answers to today’s NYT Connections (#1,125, July 10, 2026).

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What is Connections?

The New York Times has a thriving online word game section, with Connections being the second-most-played title behind the crown jewel, Wordle. The rules of this game are simple – you need to find 4 groups comprising 4 words each in a 16-word grid. The words in each group are united by a common theme. The Yellow group is the easiest one to spot, followed by Green, Blue, and Purple (toughest). Sometimes, there are red herrings and misdirects in the grid to throw you off your game, so don’t take your thinking cap off at any time! Ready to lock in? You can play Connections in the NYT Games app or on the NYT website.

Here’s your grid for today

Here’s your grid for today

 

  • OUTKAST
  • DEPECHE MODE
  • FRESH-BAKED
  • BALL GOWN
  • DO NOT DISTURB
  • À LA MODE
  • STRIKE A POSE
  • AIRPLANE MODE
  • ERASURE
  • SAFE MODE
  • DECADENT
  • NEW ORDER
  • HOTSPOT
  • PET SHOP BOYS
  • MOLTEN
  • LOCATION SERVICES

Hints for NYT Connections (#1,125) July 10, 2026

Let’s get you started with some general, spoiler-free hints.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Control Centre/Quick settings tiles.
  • 🟢Green Group: A rich cake, brownie, or pie.
  • 🔵Blue Group: Group names from the 80s.
  • 🟣Purple Group: What you’d hear at a baseball game.

One Word Per Category (Contains Spoilers)

Can’t seem to find an in? We’ll give you one word from each category.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Airplane Mode.
  • 🟢Green Group: Decadent.
  • 🔵Blue Group: Depeche Mode.
  • 🟣Purple Group: Ball Gown.

List of Themes (Major Spoilers)

Maybe getting to know the common themes among the words will help you spot them faster. Here are all the categories for today.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Smartphone Settings.
  • 🟢Green Group: Dessert Menu Descriptors.
  • 🔵Blue Group: ‘80s Synth-Pop Bands.
  • 🟣Purple Group: Starting With Baseball Calls.

Answers to NYT Connections (#1,125) Today (July 10, 2026)

Close to waving the white flag? Fine, we’ll give you the answers.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Airplane Mode, Do Not Disturb, Hotspot, Location Services. (Smartphone Settings)

These are all the quick-setting tiles you can find upon swiping down from the status bar of your smartphone.

  • 🟢Green Group: Decadent, Fresh-Baked, Molten, À La Mode. (Dessert Menu Descriptors)

This is a pretty self-explanatory category. These words are used to describe desserts and baked goods.

  • 🔵Blue Group: Depeche Mode, Erasure, New Order, Pet Shop Boys. (‘80s Synth-Pop Bands)

These are all synth-pop/new wave bands from the 1980s.

  • 🟣Purple Group: Ball Gown, Outkast, Safe Mode, Strike A Pose. (Starting With Baseball Calls)

The Ball call is made when the pitcher throws the ball outside the strike zone. The Out call is made when the umpire rules the batter out, leading to them retiring to the dugout. The umpire yells out Safe when the batter successfully reaches their base without being tagged. Strike is yelled when the pitcher puts the ball through the strike zone without the batter hitting it.

Answers to yesterday’s puzzle (#1,124, July 9, 2026)

  • 🟡Yellow Group: NA, Spirit-Free, Virgin, Zero-Proof. (Non-Alcoholic Designators)
  • 🟢Green Group: Billboard, Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, Spin. (Music Publications)
  • 🔵Blue Group: Persian, Prayer, Shag, Throw. (Kinds Of Rugs) 
  • 🟣Purple Group: Firebird, G6, Grand Prix, Trans Am. (Pontiac Models)

Answers to NYT Connections #1,123 (July 8, 2026)

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Grate, Plane, Shave, Sliver. (Cut Into Thin Pieces)
  • 🟢Green Group: Drift, Plot, Theme, Thread. (Motif)
  • 🔵Blue Group: Pick, Pluck, Strum, Tap. (Guitar-Playing Techniques)
  • 🟣Purple Group: Cards, Lords, Wax, Worship. (House Of ___)

Answers to NYT Connections #1,122 (July 7, 2026)

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Conservatory, Hall, Kitchen, Study. (Rooms In Clue)
  • 🟢Green Group: All-American, Jock, Letterman, Team Captain. (Student-Athlete Designations)
  • 🔵Blue Group: French, Lemon, Oliver, Plot. (___ Twist)
  • 🟣Purple Group: Bernie, Colbert, Discount, San Anselmo. (Ending In ‘Sesame Street’ Character)

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How did other solvers do today?

NYT’s early testers rated today’s Connection puzzle 2.8 out of 5. This puts it in the medium difficulty level. Let us know how you fared in the comments!

Dell introduces Pro Precision 5 series, Pro Precision 7 series with Intelligent AI capabilities and up to Intel Core Ultra Series 3 CPUs launched

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Dell introduces Pro Precision 5 series, Pro Precision 7 series with Intelligent AI capabilities and up to Intel Core Ultra Series 3 CPUs launched

Dell has unveiled the Dell Pro Precision range in India to speed up AI workloads and improve rendering capabilities. Dell’s new Pro Precision 5 series (14S, 16S, 14, and 16) and 7 series (14 and 16) and the Dell Pro Precision 7 T1 are powered by the latest H-class CPUs. It is targeted primarily at engineers, architects, designers and power users. Dell also unveiled the Deskside Agentic AI solution, which lets specialised teams run AI workloads on-premises with data protection.

Dell Pro Precision 5 series (14S, 16S)

Dell introduces Pro Precision 5 series, Pro Precision 7 series with Intelligent AI capabilities and up to Intel Core Ultra Series 3 CPUs launched

The Dell Pro Precision 5 Series 14S is Dell’s smallest and thinnest workstation, weighing in at just 1.4kg. It is stylishly designed with a three-sided aluminium shell for a polished look and solid endurance. Customers have the choice of 14-inch and 16-inch display sizes. Under the hood, the workstation is powered by either Intel Core Ultra Series 3 or AMD Ryzen AI 400 CPUs, with integrated graphics options including Intel Arc Pro (up to 12 Xe) or AMD Radeon PRO. It has a huge integrated graphics engine and a shared memory complex for AI workload inference capabilities. It’s also ISV-certified and can support up to 64GB of 8533 MT/s LPCAMM2 memory, which will enhance its workstation capabilities.

Dell Pro Precision 5 series (14, 16)

The Dell Pro Precision 5 14 is powered by Intel Core Ultra 9 Series 3 CPUs, a 50 TOPS NPU for on-device AI, optional NVIDIA RTX 500 Blackwell graphics, high-speed 8533 MT/s RAM and up to 2TB of Gen5 storage. The Pro Precision 5 16, meanwhile, has the same powerful CPU and NPU, coupled with optional NVIDIA RTX Pro 2000 Blackwell graphics, fast 8533 MT/s memory, and up to 4TB of Gen5 storage for those who need more storage space.

Dell Pro Precision 7 series (14, 16)

Dell introduces Pro Precision 5 series, Pro Precision 7 series with Intelligent AI capabilities and up to Intel Core Ultra Series 3 CPUs launched

The Pro Precision 7 series is built for hybrid and mobile workers, with the Pro Precision 7 14 variant sporting 45W Intel Core Ultra CPUs tuned for advanced AI tasks. It can be equipped with NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell graphics (8GB) and supports up to 64GB of 8533 MT/s memory and up to 4TB of storage. All of this is packed into a lightweight package, weighing in at 1.59kg, built for working while on the go. The Pro Precision 7 16 edition has even more powerful specifications, with 50W Intel Core Ultra CPUs and a 50 TOPS NPU, allowing for NVIDIA RTX PRO 3000 Blackwell graphics. It includes up to 64GB of 8533 MT/s LPDDR5x memory and 8TB of PCIe Gen 5 storage, making it perfect for handling large data sets and demanding tasks.

Dell Pro Precision 7 T1

The Dell Pro Precision 7 T1 is designed for handling large data and complex analytical tasks, so it’s good if you’re working with a lot of data. It features the latest Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors with a dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) to optimise processing. Such AI-powered features dramatically accelerate the speed and efficiency of apps, notably in executing machine learning models, improving the workflow and productivity in data-driven projects.

Dell has expanded its Pro Precision line with Wi-Fi 7 and optional 4G/5G for certain models and high-res IR cameras to help ease smooth collaboration. The devices also include a variety of connectivity ports, including USB Type-C, Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, and an optional SmartCard reader. Enterprise-grade security is offered using TPM 2.0 and ControlVault 3 Plus Advanced Authentication, both of which are FIPS 140-3 compliant. Dell Trusted Workspaces further adds security with supply chain controls, visibility at the BIOS level, firmware protection and AI-driven threat detection.

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Deskside agentic AI with GB10 and GB300

As AI workflows move to agentic architectures, token usage and cloud costs increase. Cloud-only solutions lack scalability and require infrastructure that can scale to workloads with minimal adjustments. Currently, over 50% of processes leverage open-weight models. Dell Deskside Agentic AI addresses these requirements.

The solutions involve Dell high-performance workstations that can reduce costs by up to 87% over two years compared to cloud APIs.The Dell Pro Max with GB10, which supports small-scale prototyping and 30 to 200 billion parameter models, and the Dell Pro Max with GB300 for large-scale inference of AI models from 120 billion to 1 trillion parameters, use the latest technology from NVIDIA.

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Pricing and availability

The Dell Pro Precision 5 Series is now available for purchase beginning at Rs 1,49,000. Similarly, the Dell Pro Precision 7 Series is also available today, beginning at Rs 2,25,000. The Dell Pro Precision 7 T1 is a budget-friendly solution for customers, beginning at Rs 89,000.The high-end Dell Pro Max with GB10 is also available, beginning at a whopping Rs 4,99,000.

Coming up next, the Dell Pro Precision 5 Series models 14S and 16S are scheduled to arrive on August 10, 2026. The Dell Pro Max with GB300 is also expected to be released later in 2026. Finally, the Dell Deskside Agentic AI is now ready for consumers.

Oppo Reno 16, Reno 16c sale begins: Pricing and Availability Details

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Oppo Reno 16, Reno 16c sale begins: Pricing and Availability Details

Oppo Reno 16, Reno 16c have officially gone on sale in the Indian market today. The devices made their debut last week, featuring a 120Hz AMOLED display and Oppo Bubble with a 1.73-inch AMOLED preview display. Both smartphones come pre-installed with ColorOS 16, which is based on Android 16. The standard model comes with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processor, whereas the 16C has a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC under its hood.

Price in India, Availability

The Oppo Reno 16 is not up for sale in India at a starting price of Rs 61,999 for the 8GB RAM with 256GB of storage. The price of the 12GB RAM with 256GB model is set at Rs 67,999. Whereas the Oppo Reno 16C will be available at a price beginning at Rs 46,999 for the 8GB RAM with 128GB storage. The 8GB RAM with 256GB storage options can be purchased for 49,999. Lastly, the 12GB RAM with 256GB storage configuration will be accessible at Rs 55,999.

All the models are available in three colourways: Starry White, Stellar Purple, and Twilight Violet.

Oppo Reno 16, Reno 16c sale begins: Pricing and Availability Details

 

Apart from this, the firm also introduced the Oppo Bubble with a 1.73-inch AMOLED preview display. The magnetic attachment is selling at Rs 7,999. The device, together with the smartphone, is available for purchase via the company’s official website in the country, Amazon and Flipkart along with key retailers.

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Specifications, Features

The Reno 16 has an AMOLED display of 6.32 inches with a resolution of 1,216 x 2,640 pixels. It has a high refresh rate of 120Hz for smoother visuals, a pixel density of 460 pixels per inch (ppi) and a peak brightness of 3,500 nits. The Reno 16c features a 6.57-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1,080×2,372 pixels and a lower pixel density of 397 ppi. It does, however, tie the Reno 16 for max refresh rate while hitting a peak brightness of 1,400 nits. Both the devices support IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings for dust and water resistance.

Oppo Reno 16, Reno 16c sale begins: Pricing and Availability Details

The triple rear camera setups on the phones are almost similar except for the ultra-wide lenses. There is a 50-megapixel (f/1.8) main sensor with a 1/1.95-inch Sony LYT-600 sensor and optical image stabilisation. It also features a 50-megapixel (f/2.0) ultrawide camera (Reno 16), an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera (Reno 16C) and a 50-megapixel (f/2.8) telephoto camera with an 80mm equivalent focal length. Both of them feature a 50-megapixel front-facing camera that is perfect for selfies and video calls.

Under their hood, there is Qualcomm’s octa-core Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5x RAM for the Oppo Reno 16. The 16C, on the other hand, comes with an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC. Both the smartphones support up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. On the software front there is ColorOS 16 based on Android 16.

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The Oppo Reno 16 is fuelled by a 6,700mAh battery, whereas the Oppo Reno 16C is stuffed with a slightly larger 7,000mAh battery. But both of them support 0W wired fast charging.

WhatsApp Unveils Meta Business Agent In India, An AI That Never Sleeps So Your Shopkeeper Can

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WhatsApp Unveils Meta Business Agent In India, An AI That Never Sleeps So Your Shopkeeper Can

At its third annual Business Summit in Mumbai, WhatsApp pulled the wraps off the Meta Business Agent for WhatsApp, an AI-powered assistant that promises to let every business show up for every customer at every hour, as if an infinite team were sitting behind the counter. The pitch is simple. Your customers message at midnight, your AI replies at midnight, and you get to sleep like a person who does not run a business.

The announcement, made on July 7, 2026, lands in a market where WhatsApp is less an app and more a way of life. India has long been the world’s largest WhatsApp user base, and for millions of small businesses here, the green chat bubble is the storefront, the billing counter, and the complaints desk rolled into one.

What the Meta Business Agent Actually Does

The Meta Business Agent is built to handle customer conversations end-to-end, around the clock. That includes answering questions specific to the business, recommending products straight from the business catalogue, booking appointments, qualifying incoming leads, and even nudging a sale over the finish line. Business owners stay in control and can decide exactly when a human team member should step into the conversation.

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The agent also moonlights as a business analyst of sorts. It surfaces insights from customer conversations and delivers summaries of missed interactions, which means the owner of a two-person boutique can now review their day the way a corporate team reviews a quarterly dashboard.

Arun Srinivas, Managing Director and Country Head for Meta in India, said India has emerged as one of the most dynamic markets for conversational business globally, with messaging becoming the preferred way for people and businesses to connect. He described the Meta Business Agent as the next step in helping businesses use AI to strengthen customer relationships and unlock growth.

A Bigger Platform for Bigger Players

For large enterprises that need more muscle, WhatsApp also announced the Meta Business Agent Platform. This gives companies the infrastructure to build, customise, and deploy their AI business agents at scale, with integrations for existing systems such as Shopify, Zendesk, and Shopee. It works alongside the WhatsApp Business Platform and brings enterprise-grade scalability, controls, and measurement to the table.

Early adopters are already on board. Swiggy is using the agent to bring delivery partner onboarding directly into WhatsApp, a move Rohan Chhazed of Swiggy Food Marketplace called part of a broader vision of using conversational AI to make business interactions seamless at scale.

Small Businesses Are Seeing Real Numbers

The most eye-catching testimony came from the smaller end of town. Madhulika Vikram, founder of Madhulika Enterprises, said her beauty business has seen a 25 to 30 percent increase in conversions since enabling the AI agent, which now handles 50 to 60 percent of her repetitive workload. In her words, if you do not reply to a beauty client in minutes, they have already moved on.

Adventure travel firm Kaizen Adventours, known for its Ladakh bike expeditions, reported faster response times on tour and rental inquiries, better handling of peak-season volumes, and round-the-clock accuracy that frees the human team to focus on actual operations.

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Finding These AI-Powered Businesses Just Got Easier

WhatsApp is also improving business discovery. Soon, users will be able to search for a business by name directly within WhatsApp Search or share business contacts with friends and family. That turns WhatsApp into something closer to a business directory, one where the listings talk back and take your order.

Businesses keen to enable the Meta Business Agent can join the waitlist through WhatsApp here.

Final Thoughts

There is something quietly significant happening here. India’s small businesses have always punched above their weight on hustle, and now they are getting the kind of AI-powered customer service tooling that was once the preserve of companies with call centres and seven-figure software budgets. The real test will be whether these agents stay helpful or start feeling like the chatbot equivalent of hold music. For now, though, the neighbourhood boutique replying instantly at 2 am is a genuinely new kind of level playing field. Just do not expect it to haggle like the shopkeeper does.

Samsung Opens Pre-Reserve for Next Galaxy Foldables in India, Rs 999 Gets You a VIP Pass

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Samsung Opens Pre-Reserve for Next Galaxy Foldables in India, Rs 999 Gets You a VIP Pass

Samsung has officially kicked off the countdown to its biggest launch of the year. The Samsung Galaxy foldables pre-reserve India programme is now live, allowing customers to book the company’s next generation of foldable phones before they have even been unveiled. The asking price for this early bird privilege is a refundable token of Rs 999, and in classic Samsung fashion, the company has not named a single device. It does not really need to. Everyone knows what is coming.

The timing gives the game away. Galaxy Unpacked is locked in for July 22 in London, and the event is widely expected to introduce the Galaxy Z Fold 8, the Galaxy Z Flip 8, and if the persistent rumour mill is to be believed, a top-tier Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. New smartwatches, likely the Galaxy Watch 9 series and a Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, are also tipped to share the stage.

How the Pre-Reserve Works

The mechanics are simple enough that you can complete the whole thing during a tea break. Head to Samsung.com, the Samsung Shop app, Amazon.in, Flipkart.com, a Samsung Exclusive Store, or a leading retail outlet near you. Pay Rs 999 and you receive a Next Galaxy Pre-Reserve VIP Pass via email and SMS.

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When pre-bookings open after the July 22 reveal, that pass converts into benefits worth Rs 2,799 on the purchase of an eligible device. The Rs 999 you paid is adjusted against the final price, so it is not an extra fee. If you change your mind or forget to redeem the voucher during the official pre-booking window, the token amount is refunded to your original payment method. Samsung is also promising the highest exchange value on old phones for those who pre-reserve, along with access to exclusive colours sold only through Samsung’s own channels.

There is a side quest too. Anyone who registers on Samsung’s pre-reserve page can enter a contest for eStore vouchers, including a top prize worth Rs 50,000. The pre-reserve window runs until July 22 or until official pre-bookings begin, whichever comes first.

What to Expect at Galaxy Unpacked on July 22

The keynote streams live at 6.30 pm IST on Samsung.com, Samsung Newsroom, and Samsung’s YouTube channel. Samsung’s own teaser language leans heavily on thinner, lighter, stronger foldables paired with deeper AI integration, which the company is framing as a new standard for the AI era.

The leaks paint a more specific picture. The standard Galaxy Z Fold 8 is expected to adopt a wider display format for the first time, moving closer to the squat, book-like proportions favoured by rival foldables. The rumoured Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra launch could be the real headline act, with reports pointing to S Pen support making a comeback, a sharper inner display, a larger 5,000mAh battery, faster 45W charging, and an exclusive 50MP ultra-wide camera. The Galaxy Z Flip 8, meanwhile, is tipped to focus on internal upgrades, including a flagship chipset and up to 512GB of storage.

None of this is confirmed, of course. Samsung is keeping the official spec sheets sealed until London.

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Final Thoughts

A refundable Rs 999 for Rs 2,799 in benefits and a locked-in exchange value is one of the lower-risk bets in Indian tech retail right now. You are essentially paying a fully refundable deposit to skip the launch-day scramble. The only real gamble is on the phones themselves, and if the Fold 8 Ultra rumours hold up, that gamble looks increasingly like a safe one. Just remember, pre-reserving a mystery phone is a bit like proposing before the first date. Charming, bold, and entirely reversible in this case.

Wrinkles, Meet Your Match, XECH Launches SteamX Fold Hybrid Garment Steamer

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Wrinkles, Meet Your Match, XECH Launches SteamX Fold Hybrid Garment Steamer

The humble ironing board may want to start updating its resume. The new XECH SteamX Fold garment steamer has landed in India at an introductory price of Rs 2,099, and it is aiming squarely at everyone who has ever stood over a crumpled shirt ten minutes before an important meeting. Announced by Mumbai-based XECH Technologies on July 9, 2026, the SteamX Fold is a hybrid handheld steamer that works both vertically on hanging clothes and horizontally on garments laid flat, which means it behaves like a steamer and a lightweight iron depending on your mood and your fabric.

A Steamer That Folds in Half, Literally

The headline act here is the 180-degree foldable handle. Snap it shut, and the SteamX Fold shrinks into a compact, lightweight unit that slides into a cabin bag or an office drawer without complaint. XECH has dressed it up in a retro-inspired design with a premium beige glossy finish, so it looks less like a utility appliance and more like something you would happily leave out on a shelf. For frequent flyers, students in hostels, and anyone living in apartments where storage space is a luxury, that folding design is the difference between a gadget you use and a gadget you abandon.

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1200W of Steam and Six Fabric Presets

Under the glossy shell sits a 1200W heating system that pushes out 13 to 23 grams of steam per minute. That is enough muscle to relax stubborn creases in denim while staying gentle enough for silk, thanks to six dedicated fabric presets covering cotton, linen, silk, wool, denim and plush materials. Sarees, suits, uniforms, jackets, office shirts and delicate dresses all get their own appropriate treatment, which removes the guesswork that usually ends with a scorched collar and a small domestic tragedy.

An integrated base plate improves fabric contact during horizontal steaming, giving results closer to a traditional press without dragging out the full ironing setup. It is this hybrid flexibility, steam it hanging or press it flat, that separates the SteamX Fold from the sea of basic handheld steamers crowding online marketplaces.

200ml Tank Handles 7 to 8 Garments Per Refill

Refilling a steamer every two shirts is the fastest way to fall out of love with one. XECH has fitted the SteamX Fold with a 200ml water tank that comfortably steams 7 to 8 garments on a single fill, which should cover a family’s morning rush or an entire business trip wardrobe. One-button operation keeps things simple for first-time users, while self-cleaning functionality, leak-resistant construction and boil-dry protection handle the boring but important safety housekeeping in the background.

Price and Availability in India

The XECH SteamX Fold is priced at Rs 2,099 as an introductory offer, undercutting several established handheld steamers from bigger appliance brands. It is available on the official XECH website, leading e-commerce platforms and retail partners across India. Pranay Punjabi, Founder and CEO of XECH, said the product reflects the company’s philosophy of building smart lifestyle solutions that are practical, portable and beautifully designed, positioning it for both everyday home use and travel.

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Our Take

Garment steamers have quietly become the gateway appliance for people who refuse to iron, and the SteamX Fold reads the room well. At Rs 2,099 ($190 approx) with 1200W output, fabric presets and a genuinely useful folding design, it hits a sweet spot that pricier rivals from legacy brands often miss. If the steam delivery holds up in daily use, this could be the small appliance that finally lets a generation of wrinkle-tolerant professionals look sharp without ever unfolding an ironing board.

OpenAI introduces GPT-Live for ChatGPT Voice: Can the latest update replace real human interactions?

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OpenAI introduces GPT-Live for ChatGPT Voice: Can the latest update replace real human interactions?

Now you are going to enjoy talking to ChatGPT, as it will speak and listen at the same time, like an individual. Yes, OpenAI has introduced a new voice model, GPT-Live, that can engage in real-life human-AI conversations. The capability is rolling out globally immediately and is now powering ChatGPT Voice.

OpenAI has announced the rollout of two new voice models of GPT-Live – GPT-Live-1 and ​GPT-Live-1 mini – that can listen ​and talk ​simultaneously in real time. The company also plans to roll these out to the API very soon.

The company, via a blog post, said, “We’re launching GPT‑Live, a new generation of voice models that make speaking with AI feel much more like having a real conversation.”

OpenAI ChatGPT users are using voice and dictation for hands-free help to practise speaking a language, storytelling and chit-chat while commuting. However, the new version offers improved answers, more natural conversations, enhanced listening skills, and visible responses. Just press the Voice button to activate the new GPT-Live function for more natural interactions.

The updated ChatGPT provides a better communication experience that is very comparable to real-life conversations. You can interrupt, stop or ask for slower replies, so the conversation can be fluid. It answers user input with conversational affirmations like “mhmm” or “got it”. The platform also allows you to further customise the speech by choosing from nine different voices. ChatGPT, with the latest models, gives more intelligent responses that meet users’ demands. It also provides several levels of reasoning, offering fast answers and more detailed solutions classified as ‘medium’ and ‘high’.

ChatGPT Voice has been upgraded to enhance the user experience by introducing a waiting mode instead of interrupting the speaker, which allows for better listening. It is now able to identify and concentrate on the user’s voice even in loud surroundings like traffic or other conversations. Furthermore, during conversations, rich visual cards covering a wide range of topics like weather, stocks, and sports are implemented to provide visual responses. These enhancements make the ChatGPT voice experience more natural, competent, and useful for daily usage.

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GPT-Live prioritises safety by enhancing previous models and training for voice interactions. It employs improved safety assessments, including audio-native testing, to tackle serious concerns such as self-harm, psychosis, emotional dependency, violence, and sexual content.
 Voice interactions are moderated with real-time safeguards that intervene to steer the conversation toward safer replies or halt it altogether when risks are detected. And crisis support systems built on the same technology as ChatGPT allow users in need to reach expert-verified helplines.

The firm has also strengthened safety for teen users, including parental controls and notifications that alert guardians in situations of high risk, including self-harm or suicide intent.

Also read: NYT Wordle #1846 Answer and Hints Today July 9: The word ‘today’ is about improvement or correction

Our take on this?

Talking to an AI is an interesting paradox.

Humans generally come with baggage, biases, and bad days, but AI doesn’t, and yes, you can simply ask them silly questions or acknowledge or express things that are upsetting you without being judged or hurting any sentiments. Surprisingly, AI is slowly becoming a safe space for humans to untangle messy thoughts. It’s always there for you, even at 3:00 AM, when your friends and family are asleep. AI will joyfully match your energy, challenging your perspective, validating your feelings or explaining a difficult topic.

But a real conversation with an AI isn’t about taking the role of human connections. It is about the empathy and logical thinking that we, as human beings, have begun to lack. Now the machines can do what human beings sometimes can’t.

Garena Free Fire MAX Redeem Codes for July 9: Claim rewards as Paris EWC Action Heats Up

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Garena Free Fire MAX Redeem Codes for July 9: Claim rewards as Paris EWC Action Heats Up

There are only six days to go before July 15, when the top Free Fire squads will battle it out at EWC 26 in Paris. With the big prize pool looming, teams are scrimming hard, analysing character ability combos and fine-tuning their weapon strategy. Garena has released a long range of Free Fire daily redeem codes that you can use today to get some great loadout options without overspending on diamond top-ups.

You don’t have to spend money on in-game purchases; you can use official developer codes directly to get premium character bundles, custom weapon crates, and exclusive emotes. These codes are a quick way to try out qualities for high-tier weapons or refresh your style before a tournament begins. Please note that the code redemption procedure is now in peak demand after traffic spikes from millions of fans connecting with the Esports World Cup platforms.

The codes are time-sensitive, usually valid for 12 to 18 hours after they are released, and may become inaccessible sooner if the global server limit is reached. The codes are 12 characters long. To help you maximise your chances of getting these sweet rewards, secure the codes as soon as you can.

Active Garena Free Fire MAX Codes for July 9, 2026

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EWC26 today’s main attraction

The gaming world is buzzing after the star-studded Esports World Cup (EWC) opening ceremony in Paris, featuring DJ Snake and Aya Nakamura. Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo and chess genius Magnus Carlsen both return as EWC Global Ambassadors for the event, with an aim to bridge the gap between traditional sports and gaming culture. The Free Fire event will commence on July 15 as the participants return to Bermuda to hone their skills.

Paris Expo Porte de Versailles is preparing for a massive surge of visitors on July 9 for a highly anticipated VALORANT showmatch. Popular streaming stars Squeezie and Inoxtag will headline the main stage. Because of the anticipated audience, the venue has also announced partial closures in the evening to help handle the massive number of local supporters expected to attend.

The VALORANT group stage has wrapped up, and the event has moved on to a single-elimination playoff round. We are down to eight clubs, and it’s a win-or-go-home situation in each match. Teams are racing for a share of the $2 million prize pool.

The group rounds of Dota 2 tournaments are now drawing a lot of attention, dominating the morning and afternoon broadcasts as teams fight hard to clinch their spots in the playoffs. The tournament is being widely covered by more than 100 global broadcast partners, including DAZN, Eurosport and HBO Max. Over the next two months, there will be 7,000 hours of live coverage. The grand prize for the tournament is set at $7 million.

Previous Garena Free Fire MAX redeem codes

Codes for July 8

Codes for July 7

Codes for July 6

Codes for July 5

Codes for July 4

Codes for July 3

Codes for July 2

Codes for July 1

Also Read: NYT Wordle #1846 Answer and Hints Today July 9: The word ‘today’ is about improvement or correction

Validation Errors: How to Fix

  • Enter the codes exactly as shown in capital letters to avoid errors during validation.
  • To avoid typos, copy and paste the codes into the Garena redemption terminal.
  • You might see instant error messages if you exceed daily limits for code input or connect from other server zones.
  • Some codes are regionally specific so if you use a code that is not valid in your country, you may get errors.

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Quick Step-by-Step Guide to Claim Your Rewards

  • Firstly, head to the Garena Free Fire Rewards Redemption Site at reward.ff.garena.com
  • After that, log in to a linked account (options include Facebook, Google, X, Apple ID, VK, or Huawei ID). [Note: Guests’ accounts are ineligible. So you must link your account to the approved list. Also, if you are using a guest account to play the game, we recommend you link it before it is ineligible.]
  • Now copy the code from the above list and paste it into the designated text field. [Note: Don’t type the code in manually to avoid any typos.]
  • Then click ‘confirm’ and wait for a success notification. [Note: Do not enter the same code twice because each code can only be used once per account. Attempting to enter the same code multiple times will result in an error.] 
  • After following the above-mentioned steps, open Free Fire Max on your device and check your in-game mail within 24 hours for items. Diamonds and gold are credited directly to your wallet, while skins and cosmetics appear in the Vault tab.

NYT Strands Answers Today, July 9, 2026: Hints, Spangram and Full Word List for Puzzle #858

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NYT Strands Answers Today, July 9, 2026: Hints, Spangram and Full Word List for Puzzle #858

If you came looking for NYT Strands answers July 9 has in store, you are in the right place. Puzzle #858 is one of those grids that sounds harder than it plays. The theme clue reads “On the lips,” and no, it is not about secrets, whispers or that song stuck in your head. It is about makeup. Specifically, the small army of products that live in pouches, purses and glove compartments around the world. If you have ever stood in a beauty aisle wondering what the difference between a tint and a stain is, congratulations, you are basically pre-trained for today’s puzzle.

How NYT Strands works

Strands is the New York Times’ twistier take on the classic word search. You get a six by eight grid of 48 letters, and every single one of them belongs to an answer. Words can snake up, down, sideways and diagonally, changing direction as they go, which is exactly why they end up looking like abstract art on the board. Each puzzle has a theme connecting all the answers, plus a spangram, a special word or phrase that captures the theme and stretches across the entire grid either horizontally or vertically. Find three valid non-theme words and the game tosses you a hint. It is more forgiving than it sounds, and more addictive than it should be.

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Today’s NYT Strands theme hint

The official theme for July 9 is “On the lips.” If you want a gentler shove in the right direction, think beauty. Think of the products you would apply before a big meeting, a wedding or a video call where the camera absolutely must stay on.

Today’s theme, plainly explained

Still stuck? Here it is in plain English. Every answer today is a type of lip product. Mouth makeup, if you want to be delightfully unglamorous about it. Colour, shine, care and a little cosmetic engineering all make an appearance.

Is today’s spangram horizontal or vertical?

Today’s spangram runs horizontally across the grid. It is also the longest answer on the board at 13 letters, so once you spot it, the rest of the puzzle practically solves itself.

NYT Strands spangram answer for July 9

Fair warning, spoilers begin now. Today’s spangram is KISS AND MAKEUP. It is a lovely bit of wordplay too, doubling as the phrase people use when they patch things up after an argument. Whoever set this puzzle deserves a small round of applause and possibly a gloss endorsement deal.

Full NYT Strands word list for July 9, 2026

Here is every answer in today’s grid.

  • STICK
  • LINER
  • STAIN
  • GLOSS
  • BALM
  • TINT
  • PLUMPER
  • KISS AND MAKEUP (spangram)

Seven theme words plus the spangram, and most of them are short. BALM is the baby of the bunch at just four letters, while PLUMPER is the sneakiest, since it is the one product casual solvers are least likely to know. The rest are everyday beauty vocabulary, which made today’s Strands answers refreshingly gettable.

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A quick word on difficulty

Compared with yesterday’s “Here comes trouble” puzzle, this one is a gentle Thursday. The short words hide well in the diagonals, but the theme is so tightly focused that once one answer clicks, the dominoes fall fast. If you finished without hints, treat yourself to something shiny. Perhaps a gloss.

Hints, Clues, and Answers to Solve Today’s NYT Connections (#1,124) Without Any Hiccups (July 9, 2026)

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Hints, Clues, and Answers to Solve Today’s NYT Connections (#1,124) Without Any Hiccups (July 9, 2026)

Confused by today’s Connections grid? Don’t worry, we’re here to help you out. We’ll get you started with some spoiler-free hints to help you arrive at the answers on your own. If that doesn’t work, we’ll give you one word from each category, followed by the list of themes. If you just want the answers, scroll to the bottom of the page. Here are all the hints, clues, and answers to today’s NYT Connections.

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What is Connections?

After Wordle, Connections is the New York Times’ most popular word game. The rules are simple. You need to find words with a common theme and group them into 4 groups of 4. The 16-word grid is designed with an increasing level of difficulty. The Yellow group is the easiest to spot, followed by Green, Blue, and Purple. The misdirects and red herrings can trip you up, but they also make the puzzle more fun. You can play Connections in the NYT Games app or on the NYT website.

Some tips to solve Connections

Look for the obvious patterns: Not every category in the puzzle is confusing. The Yellow and Green category words are relatively easy to spot. However, if something seems too obvious, it could be a red herring. Typically, the first two categories comprise verbs and adjectives. The misdirects are often nouns.

Double-check your submissions: ‘Do not overthink’ is usually a good tip for solving most puzzles, but it doesn’t really apply to Connections. Before submitting a set of words, you should always check whether they fit somewhere else too.

Hit a dead end? Use the shuffle button: The shuffle button at the bottom of the grid exists for a reason. Placing the words in different positions can spark new connections. Think of it as a mental refresh. New patterns will emerge, and you may be able to find a breakthrough.

Tackle the Purple category with extra caution: The Connections team is known to serve up the toughest and most unexpected words for the Purple category. Here are some of the common tropes that you should look out for:

  • Homophones (For example: ‘Where’, ‘Wear’, ‘Ware’, and ‘Weir’)
  • Words within words (For example: ‘Slip’, ‘Hear’, ‘Keyes’, and ‘Undiagnosed’ could be ‘Words containing parts of the face’)
  • Words minus a letter (For example: ‘Anther’, ‘Easel’, ‘Hark’, and ‘Lama’ could be ‘Animals minus starting letter’)
  • Words preceded or followed by another word (For example: ‘Face’, ‘Sports’, ‘Note’, and ‘Year’ could be ‘____ Book’)

Here’s your grid for today

Here’s your grid for today

  • THROW
  • VIRGIN
  • SPIN
  • PRAYER
  • NA
  • ROLLING STONE
  • PERSIAN
  • FIREBIRD
  • G6
  • SHAG
  • ZERO-PROOF
  • GRAND PRIX
  • BILLBOARD
  • TRANS AM
  • PITCHFORK
  • SPIRIT-FREE

Hints for NYT Connections (#1,124) July 9, 2026

Let’s get you started with some general, spoiler-free hints.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Does not contain alcohol.
  • 🟢Green Group: Magazines.
  • 🔵Blue Group: Different kinds of mats.
  • 🟣Purple Group: Famous offerings from a now-defunct American automaker.

One Word Per Category (Contains Spoilers)

Can’t seem to find an in? We’ll give you one word from each category.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: NA.
  • 🟢Green Group: Billboard.
  • 🔵Blue Group: Persian.
  • 🟣Purple Group: Firebird.

List of Themes (Major Spoilers)

Maybe getting to know the common themes among the words will help you spot them faster. Here are all the categories for today.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Non-Alcoholic Designators.
  • 🟢Green Group: Music Publications.
  • 🔵Blue Group: Kinds Of Rugs.
  • 🟣Purple Group: Pontiac Models.

Answers to NYT Connections (#1,124) Today (July 9, 2026)

Close to waving the white flag? Fine, we’ll give you the answers.

  • 🟡Yellow Group: NA, Spirit-Free, Virgin, Zero-Proof. (Non-Alcoholic Designators)

These labels are used to describe non-alcoholic beverages. ‘Spirit-Free’ and ‘Virgin’ may have thrown some players off, as they point towards famous airline names along with ‘Trans Am’.

  • 🟢Green Group: Billboard, Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, Spin. (Music Publications)

Today’s Green group was pretty straightforward. These are all popular music magazines/publications.

  • 🔵Blue Group: Persian, Prayer, Shag, Throw. (Kinds Of Rugs) 

Persian and Shag refer to floor carpets. A prayer mat is used to offer prayers. A throw rug is also used on floors, but it is smaller in size compared to Persian and shag rugs.

  • 🟣Purple Group: Firebird, G6, Grand Prix, Trans Am. (Pontiac Models)

Pontian Firebird (1967-2002), Pontiac G6 (2005-2010), Pontiac Grand Prix (1962-2008), Pontiac Trans Am (1969-2002).

Answers to yesterday’s puzzle (#1,123, July 8, 2026)

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Grate, Plane, Shave, Sliver. (Cut Into Thin Pieces)
  • 🟢Green Group: Drift, Plot, Theme, Thread. (Motif)
  • 🔵Blue Group: Pick, Pluck, Strum, Tap. (Guitar-Playing Techniques)
  • 🟣Purple Group: Cards, Lords, Wax, Worship. (House Of ___)

Answers to yesterday’s puzzle (#1,122, July 7, 2026)

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Conservatory, Hall, Kitchen, Study. (Rooms In Clue)
  • 🟢Green Group: All-American, Jock, Letterman, Team Captain. (Student-Athlete Designations)
  • 🔵Blue Group: French, Lemon, Oliver, Plot. (___ Twist)
  • 🟣Purple Group: Bernie, Colbert, Discount, San Anselmo. (Ending In ‘Sesame Street’ Character)

Answers to NYT Connections #1,121 (July 6, 2026)

  • 🟡Yellow Group: Bombshell, Revelation, Shocker, Thunderbol. (Stunning News)
  • 🟢Green Group: Atom, DNA, Solar System, Volcano. (Science Fair Model Subjects)
  • 🔵Blue Group: Earthquake Pills, Iron Bird Seed, Rocket Skates, TNT. (Acme Products Used By Wile E. Coyote)
  • 🟣Purple Group: Bumblebee, Grind Rail, Matcha, Tinderbox. (Starting With Dating Apps)

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How did other solvers do today?

NYT’s early testers rated today’s Connection puzzle 1.5 out of 5. This puts it in the easy difficulty level. Let us know how you fared in the comments!

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