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Tesla's Model 3 "Ludicrous" is almost ready for launch.

The yet-to-be-unveiled performance model has been spotted and photographed, both covered and uncovered, by several people who posted the images and videos on X.

Twitter user named @BooDev posted several high-resolution images of the new car in front of a Tesla store. In the photos, you can clearly see a red Tesla M3 with the updated front fascia styling, a "Ludicrous" badge on the back, new wheels with red brake calipers, and a carbon fibre spoiler, among other details.

We don't know its official name yet, but the 'Ludicrous' badge is right there on the back. Credit: @BooDev

BooDev also posted a short video of the new Tesla in motion. He claims that the photos and videos were taken at a Tesla showroom in Malibu, where the company held a private event to showcase the new cars. There's little info on the specs, aside from the acceleration, which is apparently 2.9 seconds from 0-60mph (Tesla Model 3 Long Range goes from 0-60mph in 4.2 seconds, and the old Tesla Model 3 Performance achieves the same feat in 3.1 seconds).

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The news broke on April 1, which makes any announcement or leak suspicious, but this one looks as real as it gets. Additionally, it's supported by images of a covered Tesla M3, posted on X by Chris Zheng, also on April 1, as well as these photos and videos, posted by @DennisCW. We also have a number of previous leaks and reports pointing to a new variant of M3 being in the works, which align with the new images.

If Tesla is indeed hosting private events to show off the updated Model 3, the official launch can't be very far.

SEE ALSO: Tesla Model 3 'Ludicrous' will be more than just a speedier M3, new leaks show

Besides the updated exterior features, and a shorter 0-60mph time, the new Model 3 is rumored to come with Active Suspension, automatic shifting between D and R (forward and reverse) modes, sportier seats, and a carbon fibre dash inlay, among other details.

Regardless of what industry you’re in, there are some common essential traits to look for in a new hire. If you’re looking to grow your team or replace a key contributor who’s moved on, keep the following qualities in mind as you interview prospective employees. An entrepreneurial mindset. Ask the candidate about a time when they […]

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Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.

If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for April 2's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

Where did Wordle come from?

Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. 

Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.

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

What's the best Wordle starting word?

The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles used to be available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it. Unfortunately, it has since been taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times.

Is Wordle getting harder?

It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.

Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

The clear liquid part of blood.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no letters that appear twice.

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

Today's Wordle starts with the letter S.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. What's the answer to Wordle today?

Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.

Drumroll please!

The solution to Wordle #1018 is...

SERUM.

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Reporting by Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.

Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for April 2's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

What is Connections?

The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer. If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

Want a hit about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

• Yellow: Annoying finger actions

• Green: Slithery reptiles

• Blue: Fantastical objects in Cinderella

• Purple: Italian dough shapes

Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Thrust

• Green: Kinds of Snakes

• Blue: Seen in Cinderella

• Purple: Pasta Shapes

Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.

Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.

Drumroll, please!

The solution to Connections #296 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Thrust: JAB, POKE, PROD, STICK

• Kinds of Snakes: ADDER, BOA, MAMBA, MOCCASIN

• Seen in Cinderella: BALL, PRINCE, PUMPKIN, SLIPPER

• Pasta Shapes: BOWTIE, ELBOW, TUBE, WHEEL

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Is this not the Connections game you were looking for? Here are the hints and answers to yesterday's Connections.

Not to sound hyperbolic, but April Fools' Day is the worst. Not because of all the shitty pranks by attention-starved YouTubers, but because of the shitty pranks by attention-starved multinational corporations.

April Fools' Day is meant to be light-hearted and fun, but nothing takes the winds out of its sails than the onslaught of bad brand jokes. Thus to our torture, and to save you some time, we've gathered some of the worst April Fools Day tweets made by companies that are supposedly worth millions of dollars. Allegedly, all the money can't go to funnier jokes.

8 brands that dropped the cringiest online pranks

Funnily enough, X kicked things off for us "announcing" that the company is planning on making all DMs, drafts, and bookmarks public as part of its effort to "celebrate transparency."

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X CEO Elon Musk added to the cringe by tweeting that he'd be joining Disney as its new Chief DEI Officer to help make its content "more WOKE."

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On the more light-hearted side of cringe brand tweets, Oreo announced that the cookie and the creme were going through a severe divorce and that each would be offered separately.

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Several other food brands followed suit with similar fake announcements, although Burger King has stayed suspiciously quiet (I wonder why?).

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Eye-rolling jokes and poor taste announcements aren't just limited to food brands on this day. Tech companies love this sort of stuff — just look at the Nothing phone company that posted about its new "Micro Phone" cause "size doesn't matter." Or Tinder posting a LinkedIn ad for a VP of Ghost Hunting.

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This one isn't much of a bad April's Fools joke, it's just insane. See Duolingo On Ice: The Multilingual Musical. This is actually real and going on tour soon.

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Apple Maps has been operating in the shadow of its largest competitor, Google Maps, since it launched over a decade ago. However, Apple has taken steps to enhance its mapping and directions app, resulting in some users actually preferring Apple Maps now.

Still, as new rules and regulations like the Digital Markets Act in the EU are instated, companies like Apple will really need to up the ante in order to compete.

Apple's latest patent filing, first spotted by Wccftech, shows the most recent example of the company looking to innovate with Apple Maps.

The Apple Maps experience may become more customized

According to the patent filing, Apple is looking to provide users with extremely specific, customized routes in Apple Maps based on the user's vehicle and engine profile. The feature would be specific to those using Apple Maps via CarPlay.

Credit: Wccftech / Apple

With this utility, Apple Maps would provide users with driving directions based on their fuel level. For example, the route could make a stop at a gas station based on how much gas is in the car tank. If a user is driving an electric vehicle, the directions could be customized based on how many miles the EV can go before the car battery needs a charge — and Apple Maps would make sure that the route includes a charging station along the way.

In addition, the patent filing also details a feature that could provide directions based on a car's license plate. The Apple Maps directions will only give drivers directions based on where their vehicle can go based on those details. For example, a truck wouldn't be given directions that include a route that doesn't allow vehicles of a certain weight.

This latest feature potentially making its way to Apple Maps joins another recently reported, upcoming feature that would allow users to create their own custom routes.

Apple is clearly striving to expand Apple Maps' user base over Google Maps and establish it as the default mapping and direction app – driven not by system preferences, but by user choice.

You can now edit DALL-E images if your AI-generated image needs a tweak here and there.

This week, OpenAI released an editor interface tool, which lets users make edits by describing changes in a text prompts.

As explained in the DALL-E help section which was updated this week with instructions for using the tool, there are two main ways of editing images. The first is by highlighting a part of the image and giving specific instructions for that area, and the second is by making overall changes to the image in the chat sidebar.

SEE ALSO: ChatGPT Plus users reporting issues since the DALL-E 3 upgrade How to edit images in DALL-E SEE ALSO: OpenAI is adding watermarks to ChatGPT images created with DALL-E 3

To highlight part of the image and make edits to specific parts of the picture on desktop, there's a new select button depicted as a swooping paintbrush icon. From there, you can add, remove, or enhance the highlighted part in the editor text box by giving prompts like, "add flowers." You can also use the select tool the ChatGPT mobile app and highlight areas with your finger.

To make general edits, enter a prompt in the chat in the sidebar, like "make it black and white." This feature also works on the ChatGPT mobile app.

OpenAI's DALL-E is just one of many AI image generators on the market these days. Microsoft's Copilot image generator is powered by OpenAI's latest model, DALL-E 3, but Google has its own tool within its Gemini model (which came under fire recently for rendering Nazis as people of color and other historical inaccuracies, leading the company to pause Gemini while it fixed its historiography problem.) These, plus other tools out there by Midjourney and Stability AI, make the competition fierce for creating images using generative AI.

AI-generated images are increasingly prevalent, as demonstrated by their integration into search results and their utilization in films such as Late Night with the Devil and promotional materials (with apologies to Willy Wonka and the children of Glasgow).

From this standpoint, it's probably a good move on OpenAI's part to make AI-generated images more editable.

Meanwhile, OpenAI is focusing on expanding generative AI in multimedia with the announcement of its video generator Sora, and most recently, a voice creator called Voice Engine.

Folks who fired up the New York Times' daily puzzle Connections on Monday were greeted with a major surprise. There were emoji where the words should be. This, of course, is a bit of April Fools' Day fun from the NYT's games editors.

Connections usually has 16 words in little tiles. Players place the words into groups of four, hopefully noticing the common characteristic the words have in common. So it was quite the surprise to see emoji first thing on Monday.

Folks online were quick to complain, mostly joking around in exaggerated fashion. It was good fun to see people react to the little twist.

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Other folks online expressed they liked the April Fools puzzle or at least enjoyed the change of pace.

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If the emoji-version of the game is breaking your brain, don't worry, Mashable has hints (and even answers) for you. Not to brag, but I did have a perfect solve myself — just don't ask how long it took.

Save $24.01: As of April 1, grab a four-pack of Apple AirTags at Amazon for just $74.99, putting them just one cent away from their record-low price of $74.98. In total, you'll save 24% on their $99 MSRP.

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$99.00 Save $24.01 Get Deal

Whether you want to keep track of your luggage or your keys, Bluetooth trackers can be a lifesaver.

For iPhone users and Apple fans, we consider the Apple AirTags the best choice, and as of April 1, they're on sale at Amazon for just $74.99. This price puts them just one cent away from their lowest price ever (according to the price tracker camelcamelcamel) and at the best price we've seen in the last several months.

At full price, one AirTag costs $29 — that'd be $116 if you bought four separately, so opting for a four-pack at full price already covers the cost of about one AirTag. With this deal, you're basically getting an AirTag and a half for free.

SEE ALSO: Does using a VPN to book flights and hotels save you money? Here's what you need to know.

AirTags are especially great for travel because they don't just rely on a Bluetooth range from your smartphone. Instead, AirTags calibrate their location as long as there's an Apple device with Find My enabled nearby (and no matter where you go, we're willing to bet there's likely at least one iPhone nearby).

In addition to their impressive tracking capabilities, AirTags also come with an IP67 rating, meaning they're splash, water, and dust resistant. They do need a separate key tag if you want to loop them on to anything, and the chime sound they make is a bit low, but we feel these are fair trade offs.

There have been some concerns about AirTags being used for unwanted tracking (as we wrote about in our initial review of them). However, Apple has teamed up with Google to stop any unwanted tracking, and actually seem to be making good on that mission.

Samsung is planning on devoting serious attention to its Bixby voice assistant through a beefy artificial intelligence (AI) upgrade, according to a CNBC interview with Executive Vice President Won-Joon Choi.

SEE ALSO: Samsung reveals its new 2024 flagship TVs and Music Frame speaker Watch out, Siri — Bixby is getting an update

Not one to be left behind its competitors, the Samsung EVP said that the company is investing in "generative AI and LLM (large language model) tech" for its core voice assistant.

It's unclear when this AI update will drop. We also don't have a clue which devices will benefit from this new AI tech. But we do know that talks of upgrading Bixby have been around since at least last year. During Galaxy Unpacked 2023, company VP Junho Park let the cat out of the bag about Samsung's plans of "deeply developing" new AI treats for its devices.

Since its introduction in 2017, Bixby has been included in a range of Galaxy devices from its mainstream offerings to the more subtle phones like the A-series and the Galaxy Flip. You can't do too much with the voice assistant, but the hope from Samsung executives is that soon — with a little AI boost — you'll be able to do everything with it.

Amazon deals of the day: OUR TOP PICK Shark FlexStyle $239.99 at Amazon (save $60) Get Deal BEST APPLE DEAL Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS + cellular) with stainless steel case $442.10 at Amazon (save $256.90) Get Deal BEST BISSELL DEAL Bissell Little Green Pet Deluxe $98.10 at Amazon (save $41.89) Get Deal BEST SAMSUNG DEAL Samsung 34-inch ViewFinity S50GC Ultra-WQHD monitor $249.99 at Amazon (save $130) Get Deal BEST ANKER DEAL Anker Prime Power Bank $89.98 at Amazon (save $40.01) Get Deal

Looking to start your week with some retail therapy? Amazon's got some pretty impressive deals on big brands like Apple and Shark to kick off the month of April. No, there's no big shopping event going on. These are just deals for the sake of deals.

We've rounded up the best Amazon deals of the day below to help you determine what's worth your hard-earned cash.

Our top pick Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Amazon deal of the day: Shark FlexStyle $239.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $60.00 Get Deal

The best Dyson Airwrap dupe on the market, the Shark FlexStyle, is on sale at Amazon — in both the curly and coily hair system and the straight and wavy hair system — for just $239.99. That's a 20% discount and the lowest price we've seen since Black Friday. The curly system comes with a diffuser, two 1.25-inch auto-wrap curlers, a styling concentrator, and a round brush, while the straight system swaps out the diffuser for a paddle brush. In testing of the FlexStyle, Mashable Shopping Reporter Bethany Allard found that it offered a nearly one-to-one experience with the Airwrap. In fact, she concluded in her review, "[It's] hard for me to imagine a reason why you'd opt for the [Airwrap] unless you're into big purchases for the sake of big purchases, or if you're especially loyal to Dyson."

Read our full review of the Shark FlexStyle.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS + cellular) with stainless steel case $442.10 at Amazon
$699.00 Save $256.90 Get Deal

If you've held off on buying the fancy stainless steel Apple Watch Series 9 in hopes of a good deal, your efforts have paid off. As of April 1, the stainless steel Series 9 with GPS and cellular is on sale for $442.10 at Amazon — that's 37% in savings and the lowest price to date on this configuration. The Series 9 had a rough go of it to start the year, with a patent dispute rendering the included blood oxygen sensor obsolete. There's still plenty of other features that make it a worthy buy, however, including the Double Tap feature, the new S9 chip, and the 2,000-nit display that makes it more readable in the sunlight.

Read our full review of the Apple Watch Series 9.

Opens in a new window Credit: Bissell Bissell Little Green Pet Deluxe $98.10 at Amazon
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The Bissell Little Green Pet Deluxe, basically the pet-specific configuration of TikTok's favorite spot-cleaning gadget, is down to a new all-time low price. It's been sitting at $109 for the past couple of weeks (down from its usual $139.99), but as of April 1, the price dropped to just $98.10. That's 30% in savings. For those unfamiliar, the Little Green is designed to get those tough spots and stains (from pets or otherwise) out of your car interiors, upholstery, carpets, and much more. The Pet Deluxe includes the carpet cleaner itself, a three-inch tough stain tool, a stain trapper tool, and a hydrorinse self-cleaning tool, plus eight-ounce trial sizes of PetSpot and Stain and Pet Oxy Boost.

Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 34-inch ViewFinity S50GC Ultra-WQHD monitor $249.99 at Amazon
$379.99 Save $130.00 Get Deal

The Samsung 34-inch ViewFinity S50GC monitor is designed to help you do more on a single screen, with an ultra-wide 21:9 ratio, rather than the typical 16:9. It's equipped with HDR10 for dynamic color depth, a 100Hz refresh rate that reduces lag, and an ambient light sensor that automatically adjusts screen brightness to accompany your work environment. It regularly retails for $379.99, but you can snag it on sale for just $249.99 at Amazon. That matches its lowest price ever, which was only reached once during last year's post-Black Friday sales.

Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Prime Power Bank $89.98 at Amazon
$129.99 Save $40.01 Get Deal

If you're the proud owner of an older phone or laptop, you're probably quietly suffering from a weak battery life. Snag yourself the Anker Prime Power Bank and carry 20,000mAh of extra juice on the go. It's strong enough to power up two laptops at once or bring your phone back to life three separate times before needing a recharge itself. Universally compatible, it packs dual USB-C ports with 100W of power a piece, as well as a 65W USB-A port. It usually costs $129.99, but you can grab it at Amazon for just $89.98 — that's 31% off and matches its all-time low price, which it's reached twice before at other retailers.

None of these deals catching your eye? Check out Amazon's daily deals for even more savings.

We all know that music brings people together. When you have a portable Bluetooth speaker, you can bring the music to the people you love most no matter where you are.

Today's best JBL portable speaker deals as of April 1: Best party speaker deal JBL PartyBox 110 $299 at Amazon (save $100.95) Get Deal Best boombox deal JBL Boombox 3 $449.95 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal Best small portable speaker deal JBL Charge 5 $129.95 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal

Today at Amazon, JBL portable speakers are on sale for up to 28% off. The sale includes powerful party speakers and boomboxes that are equipped to entertain large groups and fill big spaces with sound, as well as smaller portable speakers that you can stash in your backpack and bring on your next picnic. No matter what your spring and summer plans entail, there's a portable speaker for every type of adventure in today's limited-time sale.

Best party speaker deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL Our pick: JBL PartyBox 110 $299.00 at Amazon
$399.95 Save $100.95 Get Deal Why we like it

With synchronized colorful LED lights and the ability to plug in a guitar or microphone, the JBL PartyBox 110 is the ultimate party speaker. With 12 hours of battery life, it's ready for unexpected all-nighters. With two levels of adjustable bass, you can tailor the speaker's sound just how you like it and enjoy full, deep sound whether the party's indoors or outside. The speaker is also splashproof, so a spilled drink or splash from the pool isn't going to ruin the moment. Today's sale brings the JBL PartyBox 110 down to its second-lowest price, making it a smart time to buy.

Best boombox deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL Our pick: JBL Boombox 3 $449.95 at Amazon
$499.95 Save $50.00 Get Deal Why we like it

If your idea of a summer party involves rounding up all your friends for a day at the beach and hitting the waves, then the waterproof and dustproof JBL Boombox 3 is your ideal adventure partner. With 24 hours of battery life, you'll never worry about running out of battery on a long day. Its three-way speakers deliver sensitivity and clarity, even when you have the volume cranked up to its highest levels. With a built-in carrying handle, it's easy to travel with the JBL Boombox 3. At $449.95, this portable speaker is at its all-time lowest price.

Best small portable speaker deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL Our pick: JBL Charge 5 $129.95 at Amazon
$179.95 Save $50.00 Get Deal Why we like it

Not every gathering calls for the gravity of a party speaker or a boombox. For all the times you're just hanging out with friends and family at home, in the backyard, or at the park, a small portable Bluetooth speaker can get the job done, and still deliver excellent sound. That's why we love the JBL Charge 5. It's waterproof and dustproof and has a long, 20-hour battery life all while being small enough to stash into a travel bag. In today's sale, you can score the speaker for just under $130, bringing the JBL Charge 5 down to its second-lowest price on record.

For years, the iPhone SE has been a safe haven for Apple fans who prefer a real home button. That, however, seems to be changing.

Leaker @MajinBuOfficial (rest in peace Akira Toriyama) posted images that allegedly reveal the case of the next-generation iPhone SE. These images, if legit, reveal that Apple will drop home button and add a notch. If the older iPhone SE had the body of an iPhone 8, this newer one resembles the iPhone 14.

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It still seems to only have room for one camera lens on the back, though, similar to previous iPhone SE models. At this point, it's unclear whether it would still rely on Touch ID like the old SE models or would finally adopt Face ID. According to TechRadar, the next iPhone SE could make a switch to an OLED display and drop Lightning for USB-C, both of which would be major additions.

As a current iPhone SE owner, I'll miss the home button. But that other stuff does sound mighty nice to have.

$100 OFF: Score a GoPro MAX 360 for just $399.99 at Best Buy and Amazon.

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Whether you're an adrenaline junkie looking to capture your wildest adventures or a vlogger wanting to take your content to the next level, the GoPro MAX 360 action camera is the tool for the job. And right now, it's on sale for just $399.99 at both Best Buy and Amazon. That's a $100 discount, and according to our research, the lowest price we've seen on this model since January.

With 360 video capability and HyperSmooth stabilization, you can relive the thrill of your most intense moments as if you were right back in the action. Its intuitive touch screen and voice control make it incredibly easy to use, while its waterproof and rugged design ensures it can handle even the toughest conditions.

SEE ALSO: The new GoPro Hero 12 Black lives up to the hype (and there was a lot of hype)

The MAX TimeWarp feature auto-adjusts to your speed, creating professional-looking ultra-stabilized time-lapse videos. GPS and motion sensors allow you to geotag your footage so you can share your adventures with your audience down to the coordinates. Plus, with the GoPro App, you can be your own director. Play back, edit, and share right from your phone.

Whether you're scaling a mountain, hitting the waves, or exploring a new city, the GoPro MAX 360 is the ultimate companion for documenting and sharing your adventures with the world.

Save $60: If you've been waiting to score a great deal on a Dyson Airwrap dupe, this is your time. As of April 1, the Shark FlexStyle in both the curly & coily and wavy & straight hair systems are on sale at Amazon for just $239.99, instead of its usual $299.99, netting you a 20% discount.

Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark FlexStyle $239.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $60.00 Get Deal

Simply put, we think the Dyson Airwrap is a great hair styling tool that's way too expensive.

With that said, we get the appeal of a multi-styler that minimizes the damage from heat styling. That's why we recommend going for an Airwrap dupe in most cases, especially if you can grab one on sale. The Shark FlexStyle is by far the best dupe of them all, providing a nearly one-to-one experience in our testing with nearly identical attachments and Coanda air technology, and as of April 1, it's on sale for just $239.99 at Amazon (down $60 from it's $299.99 price).

SEE ALSO: We tested the best Dyson Airwrap dupes under $300 — including the Shark FlexStyle

Even at full price, the FlexStyle is half the cost of the Airwrap's $600 MSRP, making it's $239.99 sale price even more of a good deal. At Amazon, both the curly and coily hair system and the straight and wavy hair system are on sale (you can also grab this deal at Best Buy, but only in the curly and coily hair system). The former system comes with a diffuser in addition to two 1.25-inch auto-wrap curlers, a styling concentrator, and a round brush, while the latter system swaps the diffuser for a paddle brush.

In total, you get five attachments as compared to the Airwrap's six attachments, plus the base can be used as a standard hair dryer on its own. You will have to swap between the auto-wrap curlers to change the direction of the curls (a feature Dyson did away with in their upgraded version of the Airwrap), but we didn't find it too annoying in our testing.

This isn't the lowest price the FlexStyle has hit — that honor would belong to its Cyber Week low of $199.99 — but it's still better than recent low prices we've seen it hit, and puts it just $10 above the price of buying a refurbished FlexStyle from Shark's website.

In other words, if you've been waiting on buying the FlexStyle and don't want to wait for the next major shopping holiday, we anticipate this being one the best deals you'll see for a while.

Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in America. Easy to pick up and learn, it's an accessible way to stay active, and have some fun in the process. Plus, it doesn't take a lot of money to get your own equipment.

Today's best pickleball paddle deals as of April 1: Best four-player bundle VINSGUIR Pickleball Paddles $33.99 at Amazon (save $6) Get Deal Best two-player bundle Panel Sound Pickleball Paddles $19.99 at Amazon (save $9.96) Get Deal Best single-paddle deal MTEN Pickleball Paddle $25.49 at Amazon (save $4.5o) Get Deal

Today, Apr. 1, Amazon is running deals on pickleball paddles and pickleball paddle bundles across a variety of leading pickleball equipment brands. All of the picks included in this list are approved by USA Pickleball, which means you can use these paddles to play in tournaments.

Best four-player bundle Opens in a new window Credit: VINSGUIR Our pick: VINSGUIR Pickleball Paddles $25.49 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $4.50 Get Deal Why we like it

Not only is pickleball a way to get your exercise in, but it also provides social time, too. If you've got a group who wants to learn to play with you, or you want a set on hand for the family to use, then choosing a four-player pickleball bundle is an easy way to get everything you need in one purchase. This VINSGUIR Pickleball Paddle set includes four paddles, four balls, and a carrying case. With a larger "sweet spot" on its paddles, VINSGUIR makes great models for beginners who want to confidently master their shots.

Best two-player bundle Opens in a new window Credit: Panel Sound Our pick: Panel Sound Pickleball Paddles $19.99 at Amazon
$29.95 Save $9.96 Get Deal Why we like it

Whether you intend to play singles or you and your go-to partner have signed up for a league together, you're going to need two pickleball paddles. We appreciate that this Panel Sound Pickleball Paddle bundle has everything you'll need to get started: two paddles, four balls, a carrying case, and two cooling towels. Plus, with today's 33% savings, you can score this set for under $20.

Best single-paddle deal Opens in a new window Credit: MTEN Our pick: MTEN Pickleball Paddle $25.49 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $4.50 Get Deal Why we like it

Shopping just for yourself? Then you'll want to consider the MTEN Pickleball Paddle. It features an ergonomic handle that's both sweat-absorbant and cushioned. Its surface also has a honeycomb design to reduce vibration when you make contact with the ball. We also love that the pabble comes with a protective cover, plus grip tape.

GET 31% OFF: As of April 1, you can get an Anker Prime Power Bank for just $89.98, down from $129.99. That's a 31% discount or $40.01 off the list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Prime Power Bank $89.98 at Amazon
$129.99 Save $40.01 Get Deal

If you're tired of losing power on your phone, laptop, or any other device while on the go, you might want to consider getting a portable power bank. These little gadgets can be a lifesaver when traveling, camping, or running errands (and you don't even need a power outlet to use them).

As of April 1, you can get an Anker Prime Power Bank for just $89.98, down from $129.99. That's a $40.01 discount, saving you 31% off the regular price.

SEE ALSO: The best portable chargers and power banks

The Anker Prime Power Bank is a high-capacity portable charger that can power two laptops at the same time. It has dual USB-C ports, each with 100W of power, and a USB-A port, so you can charge multiple devices at once. It also features fast charging and can regain its full charge in just 75 minutes via the USB-C port and Anker Prime charging base.

With a smart display, you can see the remaining battery life, charging input, and output rates, making it easy to monitor and manage your power usage. Plus, thanks to its compact and lightweight design, you can throw it in your bag and take it with you wherever you go.

This is an exoskeleton that assists your movements while hiking. The Dysns is leading the race in advanced AI walking assistance. A chain clasps belt made from 3D knitted material secures around the user's waist and legs. The device has a motor that offers up 83lbs of weight reduction. Using its built-in motion sensor the Dysns recognizes any posture at a thousand times per second. This allows the device to be used in most complex terrains. Clicking the boost mode enables the device to assist the user to run up to 16.7 mph. With only one high density battery the Dysns can help carry the load for up to 30km.

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Let’s face it: No matter how smart we are and how much effort we put into something, we’d all benefit from offloading certain tasks to AI. AI can inarguably make our lives easier — and the sooner we stop scratching our heads over it and start using it to tackle repetitive, time-consuming tasks, the sooner it can boost our personal and professional lives. 

Whether AI is managing your daily work tasks or optimizing your company’s bottom line via an AI-powered marketing platform, here’s a roundup of how AI can upgrade your life, starting now.

1. AI can help you save money

Tracking your spending can be a snore, so why not let AI help you with that? AI-based financial tools can analyze your spending habits, track payments for all your apps and subscriptions, and even help you stick to a budget. Many online retail platforms also use AI to compare prices, helping you get the most bang for your buck.

2. AI can help your online biz make money

If you’re an e-commerce entrepreneur, you likely rely on digital sign-up forms to build customer email and SMS lists — but figuring out which form works best and when it should pop up can be tedious work. A marketing platform that utilizes AI optimization tools, such as Klaviyo, can test different versions of your form, pinpoint the precise display time for the highest conversions, and automatically take your form live to help you nab more customers. 

3. AI can make your photos look bomb

Whether you’re an online retailer selling vintage sneakers or a designer looking to speed up your workflow, AI-powered tools can enhance your photos, sharpen blurry images, seamlessly swap out backgrounds, and make other tedious tweaks that are usually a headache to do yourself. 

4. AI can help your business reach the right customers

AI slays when it comes to tackling repetitive tasks, such as building audience segments for your company’s marketing emails. This task used to take hours and required a fair amount of guesswork, not to mention Application Programming Interface (API) skills. But with Klaviyo’s Segments AI, all you have to do is tell the tool who you want to reach, and it’ll create your target audience in seconds flat.

5. AI can help retailers send rad product recs

Many businesses use a marketing automation platform to send emails and texts alerting customers to new deals and products — but Klaviyo takes things one step further. Klaviyo AI does what no human ever could — analyzes all your products, narrows them down to the ones each individual customer is most likely to buy, and places those curated recommendations in inboxes within minutes. 

6. AI can manage your hectic life

If you, like most people, are busy, you likely have AI to thank for keeping all of your meetings, deadlines, and dental appointments on track in your digital calendar. Smart tools are the silent heroes working 24/7 to manage your daily tasks. AI can also integrate your planner with your digital calendar, email, and other productivity apps to help you get stuff done.

7. AI can plan an awesome vacation

With AI working overtime to help you save time and money, maybe you can finally take that vacation you’ve been putting off — and AI can plan it. Many travel platforms are leveraging AI to create hyper-personal trips based on what kind of experience you’re looking for, your budget, and your favorite activities. Not sure where to go? AI can let you explore places virtually before you travel, so ready those 'ritas.

AI-driven budgeting tools, digital planning apps, and marketing platforms such as Klaviyo are just the beginning of how AI can improve your daily productivity, personally and professionally. Get on board and do yourself a favor already.