Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for July 8 #492

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The iOS 26 public beta holds clues about all the latest updates rumored to be coming to Apple's next rugged watch. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/new-apple-watch-ultra-3-rumors-point-to-an-overdue-u

You can catch Severance season 1 and more originals while you're in the air. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/united-now-offers-complete-seasons-of-apple-tv-plus-shows/#ftag=CADf328eec

Commentary: Apple's rivals are catching up when it comes to camera skills. Here's how the iPhone 17 can pull ahead. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/the-iphone-17-needs-amazing-cameras-heres-what-i-th

Most US adults want faster, longer-lasting laptops, but one generation is chasing style over specs. https://www.cnet.com/tech/laptop-survey-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Spooky season is drawing closer, and the latest version of Home Depot's popular skeleton decoration is half the size but has animated features and can talk. https://www.cnet.com/news/home-depots-infam

The popular smart ring is bringing more visibility to some of the most under-addressed stages of life. https://www.cnet.com/health/oura-ring-introduces-its-first-ever-menopause-feature-plus-upgraded-p