Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for July 29 #513

No remote needed, just beer. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/watch-nfl-sunday-ticket-games-for-free-thanks-to-this-app/#ftag=CADf328eec

Facebook's early poking feature is still around. Now, Meta's using it to appeal to younger people. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/meta-reimagines-facebooks-poke-feature-to-gamify-gen-

Later this month, you could experience an equinox sunrise if you're up early enough. The autumnal equinox heralds the arrival of fall in the northern hemisphere. https://www.cnet.com/science/fall-equi

I was hesitant to buy Nest's fourth-gen learning thermostat because of the high price tag, but its energy-saving capabilities have made it a worthwhile investment. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-pric

Commentary: While a lot of mobile AI tools feel frivolous, this Google Search capability is intuitive. I just wish it weren't restricted to Android phones. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/circle-to-s

Samsung's IFA presentation is all about what its algorithms can do in your home, from weird standing displays to party-oriented smart speakers. Here are my notable takeaways. https://www.cnet.com/home

Google wins a huge legal victory, allowing the company to keep Chrome and Android, Roblox introduces new age-verification features amid a lawsuit about children's safety, and Adobe brings a free versi