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Stop Using Docker and Try One of These 4 Alternatives Instead

How-To Geek - 2 hours 56 min ago

Are you looking for an alternative to Docker that’s fully open source and doesn’t have any vendor-lock in? Well, there are four tools that you can use which are completely free of Docker’s influence.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Budget Mini-LED vs. Premium Mini-LED—The Specs That Make the Difference

How-To Geek - 3 hours 26 min ago

As TV technology has improved over the years, Mini-LED TVs, once considered a premium product, have become much more affordable. You can buy some budget Mini-LED TVs from brands such as Hisense and TCL for under $500.

Categories: IT General, Technology

The Domingo sketch returns yet again for SNL Cold Open

Mashable - 3 hours 43 min ago

Saturday Night Live kicked off its latest episode with something rare these days — a non-political cold open. Sabrina Carpenter pulled double duty as both host and musical guest, and instead of skewering President Trump or one of his cabinet members, the show dusted off something else: the Domingo sketch.

The original bit aired a little over a year ago and centered on a chaotic bridesmaid speech that casually reveals the bride’s been cheating on her new husband with a man named Domingo. The confession unfolds through a performance set to Sabrina Carpenter’s "Espresso," with the whole joke being that Ariana Grande, that week's host, is singing really badly.

SNL struck gold with that sketch — but maybe a little too much. In the past year, it’s been revived three separate times, including this sketch.

This time, the setup moves from a wedding to an Olive Garden birthday dinner, where the "happy" husband (Andrew Dismukes) is blindsided by his wife (Chloe Fineman) and her friends (Carpenter, Sarah Sherman, Ashley Padilla, and Veronika Slowikowska) performing a medley to Taylor Swift’s "The Fate of Ophelia" and Lady Gaga's "Abracadabra."

Naturally, both songs turn out to be about — you guessed it — Domingo (Marcello Hernández).

Categories: IT General, Technology

You And Your Friends Should Be Using Spotify's Queue Feature, Here's How

How-To Geek - 4 hours 11 min ago

You probably have used Spotify's "Add to Queue" feature countless times. While a bit clumsy, it gets the job done. But did you know that the app also supports a much faster queue feature, allowing you to add songs to the queue with just one swipe? Here's how it works and why you should start using it.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Sabrina Carpenter is selling an interesting neck pillow in SNL Shop TV sketch

Mashable - 4 hours 23 min ago

Pop star Sabrina Carpenter pulled double duty on Saturday Night Live this weekend, serving as both host and musical guest — and yes, she joined in on one of the show’s most chaotic recurring bits: the Shop TV sketch.

In this episode, hosts Rhett and Beth (played by Mikey Day and Ashley Padilla) are once again hawking bizarre products ahead of Halloween — including a questionable Jesus-themed trick-or-treat bucket. But that’s all background noise once they introduce young luxury designer Virginia Duffy, played by Carpenter, who’s on set to sell some stylish neck pillows.

The only problem? When snapped together and hung up, the pillow looks... suggestive, to say the least. That’s the entire gag, and the cast leans all the way in.

"It’s available in ten different colors," Carpenter’s character proudly declares.
"Why would you bring the pink one?" Day shoots back.

Categories: IT General, Technology

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: Everything You Need to Know

How-To Geek - 4 hours 56 min ago

In just a few short months, George R.R. Martin fans will find themselves back in Westeros with HBO’s new, highly anticipated series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. The upcoming show marks the third installment set in the author’s beloved land of fire and ice, following the mainline Game of Thrones series and its successor, House of the Dragon. So, will this new series bring more magic, dragons, and drama? Let's find out!

Categories: IT General, Technology

How to Fix Windows and Linux Showing Different Times When Dual Booting

How-To Geek - 5 hours 11 min ago

Your computer stores the time in a hardware clock on its motherboard. The clock keeps track of time, even when the computer is off. By default, Windows assumes the time is stored in local time, while Linux assumes the time is stored in UTC time and applies an offset. This leads to one of your operating systems showing the wrong time in a dual boot situation.

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Don't Overlook This New iPhone Feature, It Makes Your Chats Way More Personal

How-To Geek - 5 hours 26 min ago

In iOS 26, Apple finally introduced custom iMessage background wallpapers. Not only are these fun and almost infinitely customizable, they serve a practical purpose in helping you quickly identify who you’re currently chatting with.

Categories: IT General, Technology

The Unsung Found-Footage Horror Series You Need to See This Halloween

How-To Geek - 6 hours 26 min ago

Found-footage horror was all the rage in the 2010s, starting with the small film Paranormal Activity. The low-budget horror movie about a recorded spooky house became a franchise and spawned a series of similar horror films, ranging from the claustrophobic AsAbove So Below to the screenlife terror of Open Windows. While Paranormal Activity fizzled out, another found-footage horror franchise enthusiastically marches onward.

Categories: IT General, Technology

8 Facts That Make the Linux bat Command Better Than cat

How-To Geek - 6 hours 56 min ago

The bat program describes itself as “a cat clone with wings,” which is a fun analogy, but a slightly misleading one. bat is a tool with two main purposes: highlighting syntax and marking git diffs.

Categories: IT General, Technology

The iPhone Needs to Steal These 8 Google Messages Features

How-To Geek - 7 hours 26 min ago

Google Messages is constantly adding new features that enrich its interactivity, safety, and spam protection capabilities. Through recent iOS updates, Apple's Messages app, too, has been leveling up with new features.

Categories: IT General, Technology

I Didn't Think This Cute Razer Headset Would Sound So Good

How-To Geek - 8 hours 26 min ago

I came for the kitty ears and stayed for the Razer Kraken Kitty V3 Pro headset’s comfort, RGB lighting, and stellar sound quality. Between its sound, lighting, and plush comfort, I can confirm this is a gaming headset I’d happily use every gaming session.

Categories: IT General, Technology

The Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 power station is an upgraded and refined version of the original

Mashable - 8 hours 26 min ago

If you want reliable tech that performs well without causing heartache when you check your bank account, Anker is your best friend. From travel-friendly chargers to massive projectors, Anker (and its brand family of Soundcore, Solix, and Eufy) consistently nails offering excellent products with thoughtful design that do not cost a sob-worthy amount.

Portable power stations have become the hot product recently, and that’s for good reason. Who doesn’t want to keep their phone charged while camping or the WiFi router on during a power outage? Anker has proven itself to be a leader in the portable power station world, and in testing, we found the Solix C1000 to strike the perfect balance between usability and affordability. Now, Anker has released the Solix C1000 Gen 2, which comes with a handful of noticeable tweaks. Which one is better? We put the new model to the test to decide which version wins our charged-up hearts (and gadgets).

Show-off features of the Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2

The Gen 2 version of the Anker Solix C1000 feels like the original went to a finishing school and came out with a new level of refinement. It’s a bit shinier, has a fancy LCD display, two of its USB-C ports can now handle 140W, and it charges quicker. Its charging capabilities have earned it a Guinness World Record for the fastest recharging portable power station in the 1,000Wh category, clocking in at a time of 49 minutes. 

Recharging the Solix C1000 Gen 2 can take under 50 minutes. Credit: Lauren Allain / Mashable

This whizzing-fast time comes with the asterisk that you’ll need to head into the accompanying Anker app and activate UltraFast recharging. Simply plugging it into AC wall power won’t be quite as quick. If you opt for recharging with solar panels, you can connect up to 600W to get a full recharge in about two hours.

The LCD display on the Solix C1000 Gen 2 is slick, and it’s incredibly user-friendly, especially for beginners. If you’re searching for a portable power station to take camping, the Solix C1000 Gen 2 weighs just under 25 pounds, and the two side handles make this model incredibly portable. I found it easier to carry compared to the original Solix C1000.

Coming in at just under 25 pounds, the Solix C1000 Gen 2 is pretty easy to carry around. Credit: Lauren Allain / Mashable

It’s powerful enough to keep your refrigerator cooling during a power outage and operate the espresso machine in the morning. Its quiet operation of under 20 decibels when powering at under 200W means it’s awesome for a CPAP machine or keeping the air purifier going in the nursery at night.

Anker also upped its game with the Solix C1000 Gen 2 in terms of uninterrupted power supply (UPS), which comes in at just 10 milliseconds. That’s handy if you’ll be powering your desktop workstation and can’t afford for it to power off during an outage. The same could be said for medical devices. 

The layout of the ports on the Gen 2 is also great, and there’s ample space around each AC outlet to plug in chunkier chargers like camera batteries or rechargeable batteries. 

The Solix C1000 Gen 2 provided morning espresso from a beastly De'Longhi machine with no issues. Credit: Lauren Allain / Mashable

The C1000 Gen 2 comes with 1,024Wh of capacity, and it cannot accept an expansion battery. That’s in contrast to the original C1000, which has 1,056Wh and can be connected to one additional battery, which doubles the capacity for a total of 2,112Wh. Here are some specs to study when deciding if the Gen 2 Solix C1000 is a good fit for your needs:

Specs
  • Capacity: 1,024Wh

  • Continuous output: 2,000W pure sine wave

  • Peak output: 3,000W

  • Weight: 24.9 pounds

  • Dimensions: 15.1 in. L × 8.2 in. W × 9.6 in. H

  • Power options: AC, USB-C (140W), USB-A

  • Recharging options: Grid power, solar, car

  • Battery type: LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate)

  • Life cycles: 80 percent capacity after 4,000 cycles

How does the Solix C1000 Gen 2 compare to the original Solix C1000?

Any time a brand offers an updated version, it’s worth closely comparing the specs. The original shines in a few areas, while the updated Gen 2 has some fancy upgrades. Here’s a breakdown of key differences:

Solix C1000
  • List price: $999

  • Power capacity: 1,056Wh

  • Peak output: 2,000W

  • UPS: 20 ms

  • Weight: 28.44 pounds

  • Dimensions: 14.8 in. L × 8.1 in. W × 10.5 in. H

  • Light bar: Yes

  • Expandable: Yes

  • AC recharging time: 58 minutes

  • Port options: 6 AC, 2 USB-C (1 at 100W), 2 USB-A

Solix C1000 Gen 2
  • List price: $799

  • Power capacity: 1,024Wh

  • Peak output: 3,000W

  • UPS: 10 ms

  • Weight: 24.9 pounds

  • Dimensions: 15.1 in. L × 8.2 in. W × 9.6 in. H

  • Light bar: No

  • Expandable: No

  • AC recharging time: 49 minutes

  • Port options: 5 AC, 3 USB-C (2 at 140W), 1 USB-A

The Anker Solix C1000 (left) is noticeably larger and heavier than the Solix C1000 Gen 2 (right). Credit: Lauren Allain / Mashable

Overall, Anker made some great improvements with the Solix C1000 Gen 2. It can recharge quicker, is lighter and more compact, has a higher peak output, and has a more responsive uninterruptible power supply (UPS). It also has dual 140W USB-C ports, whereas the original Solix C1000 tops out at 100W.

On the downside, the new Gen 2 holds slightly less power compared to the original Solix C1000: 1,024Wh compared to 1,056Wh on the original. Anker also removed the lightbar on the new model, and it’s not compatible with an expansion battery. Presumably, Anker had to axe these extras to cut down on weight and size.

The overall price is another major consideration. On list price alone, the Solix C1000 Gen 2 offers a much better value since it costs $200 less. But if we’re being honest, we hardly ever see either of these models selling at full price. They’re almost always at some discount on Amazon.

The Gen 2 version of the Anker Solix C1000 has two 140W USB-C ports, compared to the original C1000 which tops out at 100W. Credit: Lauren Allain / Mashable

Boiled down, unless you cannot live without a lightbar or you fully intend on adding an expansion battery, the C1000 Gen 2 is likely your best bet. However, if one model is significantly cheaper than the other, we’d opt for whichever is less expensive. The differences are slight enough that many people won’t notice much difference at all.

Buyer beware: the Solix C1000 Gen 2 has two versions, and one is not ideal

Life is hard enough these days that we do not need to overcomplicate things. But Anker has done something kind of confusing here, and you’ll need to take a few moments to fully inspect which Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 you’re buying because there are two versions.

There’s the standard Solix C1000 Gen 2, which is what we tested, and it comes with a full-width LCD screen and five AC ports. But then there’s also the Anker Solix C1000X Gen 2. Take note of the added “X” on there. This “X” model, sold at some retailers including Best Buy, has a smaller LCD screen and only four AC ports. The guts and other stats of both portable power stations are exactly the same. Both the Solix C1000 Gen 2 and the Solix C1000X Gen 2 come with the same price tag, which leads us to discourage going with the C1000X Gen 2. You lose one AC port and get a smaller display with the X version, so the C1000 Gen 2 works out to be a better value.

Is the Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 worth buying?

The Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 builds on the perfection of the original Solix C1000, but it’s lighter, charges quicker, comes with 140W USB-C ports, and has a more user-friendly display. Its MSRP is lower, and at full price, the Gen 2 offers a better value. However, if you prioritize a lightbar, want the ability to add an expansion battery, or you don’t care about spending an extra 10 minutes to get a full recharge, you’re probably better off with the original Solix C1000.

All that being said, both models are so close in performance and features that most people should simply buy whichever model is currently cheaper. At the time of writing, the Anker Solix C1000 has seen better discounts at Amazon. That’s especially true during Prime Day events when we’ve seen the price drop all the way to $375.

In the end, you cannot go wrong with either Anker Solix C1000 model. The brand simply nails offering solid portable power that’s user-friendly and affordable.

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The tech startup on a mission to decarbonise concrete

Mashable - 9 hours 26 min ago

Cement is everywhere, and with current urbanisation rates, the sturdy construction material isn't going anywhere. But this comes at a huge environmental cost, as cement amounts to nearly eight percent of annual global greenhouse gas emissions. Can it be otherwise? Rotterdam-based tech startup Paebbl surely thinks so.

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How to watch Cardinals vs. Packers online for free

Mashable - 9 hours 26 min ago

TL;DR: Live stream Cardinals vs. Packers in the NFL for free on 5Action. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with IPVanish.

The Green Bay Packers are the only NFC team that has not lost against a conference opponent this season. That record comes under threat this weekend when they face the Arizona Cardinals.

If you want to watch Cardinals vs. Packers in the NFL for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Cardinals vs. Packers?

Cardinals vs. Packers in the NFL starts at 4:25 p.m. ET on Oct. 19. This game takes place at the State Farm Stadium.

How to watch Cardinals vs. Packers for free

Cardinals vs. Packers in the NFL is available to live stream for free on 5Action.

5Action is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These handy tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can unblock 5Action from anywhere in the world.

SEE ALSO: Get Paramount+ for half price just in time for NFL Sundays

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If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming sites to follow the whole season, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for unblocking streaming services is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for 5Action?

IPVanish is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on 5Action, for a number of reasons:

  • 3,100 servers in 145+ locations including the UK

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How to watch Chargers vs. Colts online for free

Mashable - 9 hours 26 min ago

TL;DR: Live stream Chargers vs. Colts in the NFL for free on TVNZ+. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with IPVanish.

There are so many interesting NFL matchups this weekend, but the best? It might be Chargers vs. Colts. Both teams are coming into this game with positive records to far this season. The Indianapolis Colts have surprised everyone with their 5-1 start. Can they keep it going at the SoFi Stadium?

If you want to watch Chargers vs. Colts in the NFL for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Chargers vs. Colts?

Chargers vs. Colts in the NFL starts at 4:05 p.m. ET on Oct. 19. This game takes place at the SoFi Stadium.

How to watch Chargers vs. Colts for free

Chargers vs. Colts in the NFL is available to live stream for free on TVNZ+.

TVNZ+ is geo-restricted to New Zealand, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These handy tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in New Zealand, meaning you can unblock TVNZ+ from anywhere in the world.

SEE ALSO: How to watch the NFL online for free

Live stream Chargers vs. Colts for free by following these simple steps:

  1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like IPVanish)

  2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

  3. Open up the app and connect to a server in New Zealand

  4. Visit TVNZ+

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Chargers vs. Colts in the NFL without committing with your cash. This isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to live stream select fixtures from the NFL before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming sites to follow the whole season, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for unblocking streaming services is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for TVNZ+?

IPVanish is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on TVNZ+, for a number of reasons:

  • 3,100 servers in 145+ locations including New Zealand

  • Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

  • AES 256 encryption and operates with a zero-logs privacy policy

  • Fast connection speeds free from throttling

  • Unlimited simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to IPVanish is on sale for just $52.56 — 83% off for a limited time. This plan includes advanced privacy features, threat protection, unlimited connections, 24/7 support, and the 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99.

Live stream Chargers vs. Colts in the NFL for free with IPVanish.

Editor's Note: IPVanish is owned by Ziff Davis, Mashable's parent company. Any products featured on Mashable are covered independently by our editorial team.

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How to watch Titans vs. Patriots online for free

Mashable - 9 hours 26 min ago

TL;DR: Live stream Titans vs. Patriots in the NFL for free on TVNZ+. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with IPVanish.

The NFL action continues with this weekend with Titans vs. Patriots. The Tennessee Titans are really struggling this season, and it's not going to get any easier when they face the 4-2 New England Patriots.

If you want to watch Titans vs. Patriots in the NFL for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Titans vs. Patriots?

Titans vs. Patriots in the NFL starts at 1 p.m. ET on Oct. 19. This game takes place at the Nissan Stadium.

How to watch Titans vs. Patriots for free

Titans vs. Patriots in the NFL is available to live stream for free on TVNZ+.

TVNZ+ is geo-restricted to New Zealand, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These handy tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in New Zealand, meaning you can unblock TVNZ+ from anywhere in the world.

SEE ALSO: How to watch the NFL online for free

Live stream Titans vs. Patriots for free by following these simple steps:

  1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like IPVanish)

  2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

  3. Open up the app and connect to a server in New Zealand

  4. Visit TVNZ+

  5. Live stream Titans vs. Patriots for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Titans vs. Patriots in the NFL without committing with your cash. This isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to live stream select fixtures from the NFL before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming sites to follow the whole season, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for unblocking streaming services is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for TVNZ+?

IPVanish is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on TVNZ+, for a number of reasons:

  • 3,100 servers in 145+ locations including New Zealand

  • Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

  • AES 256 encryption and operates with a zero-logs privacy policy

  • Fast connection speeds free from throttling

  • Unlimited simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to IPVanish is on sale for just $52.56 — 83% off for a limited time. This plan includes advanced privacy features, threat protection, unlimited connections, 24/7 support, and the 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99.

Live stream Titans vs. Patriots in the NFL for free with IPVanish.

Editor's Note: IPVanish is owned by Ziff Davis, Mashable's parent company. Any products featured on Mashable are covered independently by our editorial team.

Categories: IT General, Technology

How to watch Chiefs vs. Raiders online for free

Mashable - 9 hours 26 min ago

TL;DR: Live stream Chiefs vs. Raiders in the NFL for free on TVNZ+. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with IPVanish.

There are some huge NFL matchups taking place this weekend, and Chiefs vs. Raiders is right up there as one of the most interesting contests. Neither side is coming into this game with a positive record, but the Kansas City Chiefs are showing signs of rediscovering their form after losing their two opening games. That's bad news for the rest of the league.

If you want to watch Chiefs vs. Raiders in the NFL for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Chiefs vs. Raiders?

Chiefs vs. Raiders in the NFL starts at 1 p.m. ET on Oct. 19. This game takes place at Arrowhead Stadium.

How to watch Chiefs vs. Raiders for free

Chiefs vs. Raiders in the NFL is available to live stream for free on TVNZ+.

TVNZ+ is geo-restricted to New Zealand, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These handy tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in New Zealand, meaning you can unblock TVNZ+ from anywhere in the world.

SEE ALSO: How to watch the NFL online for free

Live stream Chiefs vs. Raiders for free by following these simple steps:

  1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like IPVanish)

  2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

  3. Open up the app and connect to a server in New Zealand

  4. Visit TVNZ+

  5. Live stream Chiefs vs. Raiders for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Chiefs vs. Raiders in the NFL without committing with your cash. This isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to live stream select fixtures from the NFL before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming sites to follow the whole season, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for unblocking streaming services is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for TVNZ+?

IPVanish is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on TVNZ+, for a number of reasons:

  • 3,100 servers in 145+ locations including New Zealand

  • Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

  • AES 256 encryption and operates with a zero-logs privacy policy

  • Fast connection speeds free from throttling

  • Unlimited simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to IPVanish is on sale for just $52.56 — 83% off for a limited time. This plan includes advanced privacy features, threat protection, unlimited connections, 24/7 support, and the 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99.

Live stream Chiefs vs. Raiders in the NFL for free with IPVanish.

Editor's Note: IPVanish is owned by Ziff Davis, Mashable's parent company. Any products featured on Mashable are covered independently by our editorial team.

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1minAI bundles content, visuals, and data tools for $79.99

Mashable - 9 hours 26 min ago

TL;DR: Get a lifetime subscription to 1minAI on sale for $79.99 with promo code SAVE20 through Nov. 2 — a single platform packed with the tools you’d normally need a bunch of apps to accomplish.

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From content writing and image editing to data analysis, 1minAI has you covered — all in one convenient spot.

1minAI makes it easy to handle a variety of tasks with a user-friendly setup, so you’re not wasting time hopping between different tools. Until Nov. 2, lifetime access to 1minAI is available for $79.99 when you enter promo code SAVE20. It includes everything from AI-driven writing assistance to design and photo editing options, letting you switch between projects without the constant app shuffle.

SEE ALSO: How to filter out AI on Pinterest

Plus, 1minAI gives you 4,000,000 credits each month, plus the chance to earn up to 450,000 extra credits monthly, giving you plenty of space to test, create, and explore without worrying about extra fees.

While AI tools are incredibly helpful, they aren’t perfect — and 1minAI is straightforward about that. You’ll get support with drafting, designing, and brainstorming, but human editing and oversight can bring your projects to the next level. Think of it as an AI sidekick that keeps things running smoothly, while you remain the creative mastermind.

Simplify your creative process and boost efficiency with 1minAI’s Business Plan lifetime subscription — all for $79.99 with code SAVE20 until Nov. 2.

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Hurdle hints and answers for October 19, 2025

Mashable - 14 hours 18 min ago

If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine.

There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown.

An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle.

If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered.

SEE ALSO: Hurdle: Everything you need to know to find the answers Hurdle Word 1 hint

A magician.

SEE ALSO: Apple’s new M3 MacBook Air is $300 off at Amazon. And yes, I’m tempted. Hurdle Word 1 answer

MAGUS

Hurdle Word 2 hint

To divide.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for August 4, 2025 Hurdle Word 2 Answer

DIVVY

Hurdle Word 3 hint

A feather.

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Hurdle Word 4 hint

To scowl.

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Final Hurdle hint

To gawk.

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