Spot the difference puzzles have long been proven to provide a quick and easy brain workout. The visual challenges demand a positive, active attention to detail, and pattern recognition all in just a fraction of a second.
In each puzzle there are two almost identical pictures side by side. You need to find slight differences between them which are not easy to recognize at a first glance. Over time with consistent practice, these puzzles can help to hone your observational skills and focus.
Today's Challenge
Look closely at the two images below of a woman shopping for handbags. At first sight, the scenes look the same, but there are 3 subtle differences between them.
Can you find all three before the timer runs out? The time limit is just 41 Seconds

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Stuck? Try These Expert Tips
For those still not finding all three differences, these tips can help:
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Divide and scan: Divide each picture into quadrants and compare them one by one instead of all at once.
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Inspect the background: Background elements are often slightly altered, and this trick is commonly used by puzzle designers to trick the solvers.
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Pay attention to colours and shapes: Differences are frequently found in the slight changes in colour tone, object size or shape.
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Zoom in: When looking at an image on a screen, zooming in may allow you to see details that are hard to see or notice at the normal viewing size.
There are 5 seconds left, have you located the first 2?
4 seconds: stay focused!
3… 2… 1… Time's up!
Spot the Difference: Answer

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Drop your score in the comments! Were you able to find the 3 differences or did one get past you? Keep trying these puzzles and you will surely emerge as a puzzle expert.