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STAR WARS TECH GEAR: As of May 3, shop the Star Wars Casetify Collection, where you can snag a new Star Wars phone case, iPad or tablet case, laptop sleeve, phone charger, and much more with a selection of galactic designs. Opens in a new window Credit: Casetify Star Wars Casetify Collection Star Wars-inspired phone cases, iPad or tablet cases, laptop sleeves, phone chargers, and more.

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On The Idea of You's companion album, the film's star Nicholas Galitzine sings, "I think I need a new direction lately," a sly reference to the boy band One Direction. The album is a clever marketing ploy for a romantic comedy based on a book inspired by One Direction heartthrob Harry Styles.

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