Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for July 31, #781

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The next Apple Watch is coming soon. These are ways for Apple to make it shine and keep up with the competition. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/10-features-that-would-make-me-upgrade-to-an-apple-wat

Lifting weights burns calories and secretly builds muscle in the same session. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/this-weightlifting-method-burned-my-fat-without-a-single-treadmill-session/#ftag=CADf

The new phone could feature a redesigned camera bump and a higher refresh rate -- and maybe a higher price. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-17-rumors-everything-to-know-about-apples-upcoming-f

Want to try out the iOS 26 public beta on your iPhone? Before you do, Iyaz Akhtar shares the most important steps you need to take to protect your data. This video will walk you through the entire pro

When it comes to routers, it really is all about location, location, location for better Wi‑Fi. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/the-mesh-router-placement-strategy-that-finally-gave-me-full-home-cov

Several key refinance rates ticked up this week, but refinancing could be still make sense for other reasons. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/refi-rates-increase-for-homeowners-todays-