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If you’re an Android power user, there’s a good chance you’ll eventually want to do something that Files by Google or Samsung My Files just doesn’t do. Thankfully, one of the best alternatives you can find just happens to be open source and free.

I've been modding Kindles and Fire tablets for several years now. Even old devices have plenty of uses when you're finished with them. Originally, I was going to turn an e-ink Kindle into a secondary display. Just as I was preparing to work on the project, something crazy happened: the dang thing broke down and died on me. It could not be revived. I guess that's what happens when you pick up a Craigslist special for a deep discount.

You probably already know what an ideal day looks like—you just can’t seem to have one consistently. From personal experience, I can testify that closing this gap is a lot more difficult than it seems. That said, what helped me the most was trying to gamify my goals, and these three FOSS apps became the backbone of that system.

TL;DR: Amazon has the Magic: The Gathering Secrets of Strixhaven Play Booster Box on sale for $139.85, down from its $164.70 list price. That saves you $24.85 on a 30-pack box and marks a new low for Amazon.

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It’s not been long since Magic: The Gathering’s Secrets of Strixhaven expansion launched, but you can already grab it for a heavily discounted rate.

As of May 11, the 30-pack box is listed at $139.85 at Amazon, down from its $164.70 list price. That brings it down to Amazon’s best-ever price (as confirmed with price tracker camelcamelcamel). Better still, the Amazon listing is shipped and sold by Amazon, with free delivery as early as May 16 — or May 13 for Prime members. 

TCGplayer has unopened listings starting at $133.99 with shipping included, while its market price is sitting at $132.96 and the listed median is $148. Walmart has the same box listed from $137.95, with other sellers starting at $139.95. So Amazon isn’t technically the cheapest place to buy, but it’s still the ideal go-to if the retailer is your preferred place to stock up on the latest sets. 

Inside the box, you’re getting 30 Secrets of Strixhaven Play Boosters, with each pack containing 14 Magic cards. Every booster includes one to five rares or higher, three to six uncommons, five to eight commons, and one land card. You’ll also get at least one Traditional Foil card in each pack, while 20% of packs replace the land with a Traditional Foil Land. 

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There’s also a Mystical Archive card in every pack, giving you one instant or sorcery spell with special art and a showcase frame. 

For more TCG deals, you can still preorder Magic: The Gathering’s The Hobbit Play Booster Box for way under market price at $209.70. Elsewhere, the Magic: The Gathering Edge of Eternities Play Booster Box has also hit a record-low price at Amazon. 

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SAVE $250: As of May 11, the EcoFlow Delta 2 is on sale for $449 at Amazon. That's a 36% discount on the list price.

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Looking for a reliable power station that can keep your whole home powered in the case of outages? Meet the EcoFlow Delta 2. It has fast charging, an expandable battery capacity, and enough output to run a wide range of household electronics. And as of May 11, it's on sale for $250 off.

The EcoFlow Delta 2 has a 1kWh capacity that can be expanded up to 3kWh using additional batteries (sold separately). It supports AC charging which sees it reach 80% in just 50 minutes and 100% in 80 minutes. The unit provides 1,800W output and includes 15 outlets for powering a range of appliances. There's also support for up to 500W of solar input for off-grid or outdoor charging, which you can purchase separately.

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It uses an LFP LiFePO4 battery, so you know it's got longevity. In fact, it has a rated lifespan of more than 3,000 charge cycles, meaning it will last years. It also includes a battery management system designed to monitor performance and safety. With the unit, you'll get an AC charging cable, a user manual, and a five-year customer service plan.

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TL;DR: Live stream the 2026 Giro d’Italia for free on SBS on Demand. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

There is something incredibly special about watching the best cyclists in the world compete in the Grand Tours. The scenery is often incredible, the fans are always passionate, and of course, the racing is electric. You quickly become aware that you're watching something special. These athletes are simply not normal, and we're blessed to be able to watch these stars compete over three weeks of gruelling competition.

The Giro d'Italia is the first Grand Tour of 2026. This year's event features the likes of Jonas Vingegaard, Giulio Pellizzari, and Felix Gall. There are a number of talented riders very much in the running for the pink jersey this year.

If you're interested in watching the 2026 Giro d'Italia for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

What is the Giro d’Italia?

The Giro d'Italia is an annual multiple-stage bicycle race primarily held in Italy. The Giro d'Italia is one of cycling's most prestigious three-week-long Grand Tours (alongside the Tour de France and Vuelta a España).

When is the 2026 Giro d’Italia?

The 2026 Giro d'Italia is the 109th edition of the famous race. This year's race will start on May 8 in Bulgaria and will finish on May 31 in Rome.

How to watch the 2026 Giro d’Italia for free

The 2026 Giro d'Italia is available to live stream for free on SBS on Demand.

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

Live stream the 2026 Giro d'Italia for free by following these simple steps:

1. Sign up for a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

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 Australia

4. Visit SBS on Demand

5. Watch the 2026 Giro d’Italia for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to free live streams without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch the 2026 Giro d’Italia before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming services from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for streaming live sport is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for SBS on Demand?

ExpressVPN is the best service for live streaming top sporting events from around the world, for a number of reasons:

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A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

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Apple's macOS Tahoe came with a new, Liquid Glass-infused design when it launched last September, but not all of it worked as well as it does on the iPhone and iPad.

Now, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman claims Apple is about to make some design changes in the upcoming macOS 27 to address some of the most glaring issues.

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The new macOS 27 won't be a complete overhaul of Tahoe; internally, Gurman's sources are talking about a "slight redesign," and the Liquid Glass design language will remain a big part of the new OS.

Mostly, these will be small tweaks that make certain parts of the user interface more legible and less confusing. The report doesn't offer many details about what, exactly, is about to change, but it does mention the legibility issues in Tahoe's Control Center, Finder, as well as apps with sidebars and dense lists.

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Furthermore, the advent of MacBooks with OLED displays (current Macs all have LCD displays) should further improve the look of the Liquid Glass interfaces in macOS. Apple is expected to launch several MacBooks with OLED displays over the next year or so.

Gurman also said that macOS 27 should bring bug fixes, battery life upgrades, and performance improvements, as well as more AI features, mostly reflected in Apple's smart assistant Siri.

Apple is expected to unveil macOS 27 during its WWDC conference, which kicks off on June 8 this year.

Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue.

Released in August 2025, Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit.

Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move on to the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you covered! Below are piecemeal answers that will serve as hints so that you can find your way through each difficulty level.

How to play Pips

If you've ever played dominoes, you'll have a passing familiarity with how Pips is played. As we've shared in our previous hints stories for Pips, the tiles, like dominoes, are placed vertically or horizontally and connect with each other. The main difference between a traditional game of dominoes and Pips is the color-coded conditions you have to address. The touching tiles don't necessarily have to match.

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The conditions you have to meet are specific to the color-coded spaces. For example, if it provides a single number, every side of a tile in that space must add up to the number provided. It is possible — and common — for only half a tile to be within a color-coded space.

Here are common examples you'll run into across the difficulty levels:

• Number: All the pips in this space must add up to the number.

• Equal: Every domino half in this space must be the same number of pips.

• Not Equal: Every domino half in this space must have a completely different number of pips.

• Less than: Every domino half in this space must add up to less than the number.

• Greater than: Every domino half in this space must add up to more than the number.

If an area does not have any color coding, it means there are no conditions on the portions of dominoes within those spaces.

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Less Than (10): Everything in this space must be less than 10. The answer is 5-2, placed horizontally.

Number (4): Everything in this space must add up to 4. The answer is 3-4, placed vertically; 0-4, placed horizontally.

Number (10): Everything in this space must add up to 10. The answer is 0-4, placed horizontally; 6-6, placed vertically.

Medium difficulty hints, answers for May 11 Pips

Number (4): Everything in this purple space must add up to 4. The answer is 4-2, placed vertically.

Number (4): Everything in this red space must add up to 4. The answer is 1-2, placed horizontally; 0-1, placed vertically; 3-5, placed horizontally.

Number (4): Everything in this light blue space must add up to 4. The answer is 1-2, placed horizontally; 4-2, placed vertically.

Less Than (1): Everything in this space must be less than 1. The answer is 0-6, placed vertically.

Number (4): Everything in this dark blue space must add up to 4. The answer is 0-1, placed vertically; 3-2, placed horizontally.

Equal (2): Everything in this space must be equal to 2. The answer is 3-2, placed horizontally; 2-0, placed horizontally.

Less Than (1): Everything in this space must be less than 1. The answer is 2-0, placed horizontally.

Hard difficulty hints, answers for May 11 Pips

Equal (3): Everything in this purple space must be equal to 3. The answer is 3-3, placed vertically; 1-3, placed vertically; 3-6, placed horizontally; 3-4, placed vertically.

Number (2): Everything in this space must add up to 2. The answer is 1-3, placed vertically; 1-2, placed horizontally.

Number (2): Everything in this space must add up to 2. The answer is 1-2, placed horizontally.

Equal (4): Everything in this yellow space must be equal to 4. The answer is 4-4, placed vertically; 3-4, placed vertically; 5-4, placed horizontally; 1-4, placed horizontally.

Equal (5): Everything in this dark blue space must be equal to 5. The answer is 5-5, placed horizontally; 5-4, placed horizontally; 5-1, placed horizontally.

Equal (6): Everything in this space must be equal to 6. The answer is 6-1, placed horizontally; 6-2, placed horizontally

Number (3): Everything in this space must add up to 3. The answer is 5-1, placed horizontally; 1-4, placed horizontally; 6-1, placed horizontally.

Number (2): Everything in this space must add up to 2. The answer is 6-2, placed horizontally.

Not Equal: Everything in this space must be different. The answer is 2-4, placed horizontally; 0-6, placed vertically; 5-3, placed vertically.

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SAVE $50: As of May 11, the Garmin vívoactive 6 is on sale for $249.99 at Amazon. That marks a return to its lowest-ever price at the retailer.

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For those with an athletic lifestyle, a fitness tracker is worth having on your wrist to keep a close eye on your progress towards your goals. If you've been thinking about dropping some cash, why pay full price? Amazon has some great deals available on a variety of options at the moment. The Garmin vívoactive 6 is one of them, with $50 slashed off its full price tag.

As of May 11, this discount has dropped the price of every color of the Garmin vívoactive 6 from $299.99 to $249.99. This marks a return to its lowest-ever price at the retailer. No better time to snag it, then.

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The Garmin vívoactive 6 is a tracker that can help you with everything from exercise stats to keeping a closer eye on your day-to-day health. When it comes to the latter, it offers a wide variety of features including wrist-based heart rate, stress tracking, a sleep score, fitness age, and more. It even has a Body Battery energy monitoring feature, which shows you how rested your body is for the day.

In terms of fitness, it's packed with over 80 sports apps and even has advanced features that show you how a workout affects your body.

If this is a fitness tracker that's caught your eye, now is a great time to save on the Garmin vívoactive 6 at Amazon.

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When my wife and I rescued our dog, Milly, this winter, we registered her microchip right away, but we wanted another level of protection. From the rescue, we knew Milly was a runner, which meant taking extra precautions, like double-leashing and working with a dog trainer right away. But I'd also scooped up a four-pack of AirTags when they were at an all-time low during Black Friday so that I could attach one to Milly's collar.

But was an AirTag really the best solution? It's certainly affordable, but since owning a dog, I'm inundated with targeted ads for GPS dog collars. While GPS collars are the more expensive option, they promise greater reliability. Since I'm still fairly new to dog ownership, I turned to experts to find out whether there's a clear choice between an AirTag and a GPS tracker for a dog.

While AirTags are gaining popularity among pet owners, that doesn't mean they're the best option. "AirTags are flying off the shelves for dogs, and there is a big market for collars and harnesses that house them. Unfortunately, they are misunderstood and are providing a false sense of security," says Chris Edge, founder of K9 Edge Dog Training.

"For a working dog handler or trainer, the question isn't really AirTag vs. GPS collar — it's passive location vs. active monitoring. One tells you where your dog was. The other tells you where your dog currently is," says Jonathan Bensamoun, the founder and CEO of Fi, a company that makes GPS dog collars. But which is which? Here's what you need to know about AirTags versus GPS dog collars.

How do AirTags and GPS collars work for dogs? Is a GPS collar more effect than an AirTag? That depends. Credit: Halo / Awoo

AirTags, commonly used to track keys, wallets, and luggage, are not necessarily made for moving objects, like a dog. They work via a Bluetooth signal detected by iOS devices on the Find My network. AirTags feature a lost mode, so when a lost object is detected, you'll get a notification. Plus, NFC-capable iPhones can tap the AirTag to receive your information. But the key piece of information here is that AirTags require proximity to other Bluetooth devices to locate. Bensamoun says, "Your dog's location only updates when another Apple device passes nearby. In a suburban neighborhood, that might mean a delay of minutes. In a park, a trail, or a rural area, it could be hours — or never."

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A GPS collar works differently as it provides real-time info. These collars typically let you draw GPS maps in their apps so you can create boundaries for your dogs and receive notifications if they cross them. They provide real-time tracking, regardless of proximity to other smartphones, so you can still see live tracking information even in rural, sparsely populated areas.

AirTags vs. GPS trackers — it depends on where you live

The decision between an AirTag and a GPS tracker comes down to where you live. As a city dweller, an AirTag is a pretty good option, considering the more densely populated the area, the more likely an iPhone will be nearby. For those living in the suburbs or rural areas, though, it means a runaway dog will be less likely to encounter people; therefore, the AirTag won't be effective. Even if you live in a city, if you're frequently going on hikes or traveling into isolated areas, an AirTag won't be effective then either.

But a GPS tracker will work anywhere, regardless of cell service availability. So if you're considering which is best for you, I like to think of it this way. If your dog escapes the house, are there nearby woods or a bustling main street they're going to run to?

AirTags vs. GPS trackers for dogs: Which is cheaper?

AirTags are extremely popular and accessible. An AirTag four-pack puts the individual trackers at $24.75. Plus, you need something to attach it to a collar, which will run you less than $20. So all in all, the investment is under $50.

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A GPS collar is much more expensive. A collar itself starts at around $99. Fi's payment structure is similar to that of the fitness tracker, Whoop, where, rather than purchasing the collar outright, you pay for the membership. While another GPS collar, Halo, costs $599 outright — and you also need to pay a monthly membership fee.

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Edge presents a potential downside to GPS trackers: "GPS collars provide real-time info, but the battery is a real issue as it must be recharged almost daily." The more usage the GPS collars get, the more battery power they require. Halo collars last up to two days, and Fi collars technically have a longer battery life of up to three months. However, when in Lost Mode, which provides live tracking, the battery life lasts about two days.

AirTags on the other end, which require a CR2032 coin battery, last about one year. Battery life varies depending on usage and movement, so for a dog that moves more frequently, it could be just six months.

AirTag vs. GPS trackers for dogs: Which is better?

There's no definitive answer to whether an AirTag or a GPS tracker is better for a dog — it really depends on what you need and where you live. As a city dweller, I still feel comfortable using an AirTag for my dog. However, for trips into the woods, I'd consider getting a GPS collar to use then.

But if you live in a sparsely populated area or are hiking in the woods with your dog, then a GPS collar could be an actual lifesaver. But Edge says, regardless of which you choose, behavioral training is just as important: "Ultimately, both can be useful if used within their capacity. All dogs should be microchipped as a fail-safe, and of course, coming from a dog trainer, the real answer is a very solid recall."

SAVE $699.01: As of May 11, the Anker Solix C2000 is on sale for $799.99 at Amazon. That's a 47% discount on the list price.

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The Anker Solix C2000 has gone down in price once again at Amazon, and this time you can save almost 50%. As of May 11, the price has dropped from $1,499 to $799.99, saving you just shy of $700.

The C2000 Gen 2 is a reliable portable power station to have on hand. It has a 2,400W rated output and a 4,000W peak output, so it's made to run multiple appliances at once, including some window and RV air conditioners. It uses 9W on standby and can power a dual-door fridge for up to 32 hours. The unit supports six charging methods and can recharge from 0% to 100% in only 58 minutes using AC and solar charging combined.

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It also supports 800W alternator charging through a vehicle. With this helpful feature, it can reach full charge in around three hours.

And it really is a portable option, weighing just 41.7 pounds. It much lighter than comparable models. So if you plan to take it on a road trip or a camping vacation, it won't stand in your way.

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SAVE $40: As of May 6, the Fitbit Charge 6 is on sale for $119.95 at Amazon. That's a 25% discount on the list price.

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The Fitbit Charge 6 has dropped in price again at Amazon. If you're looking for a budget-friendly fitness tracker, it's the perfect choice.

As of May 11, the Fitbit Charge 6 has dropped from $159.95 to $119.95, saving you $40. And all three colorways are discounted, so you can choose from black, red, or white.

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This watch does a bit of everything. It has built-in GPS for accurately tracking pace, distance, routes, and steps, and you won't need a phone nearby to access the data. It also features 24/7 heart rate monitoring through Fitbit’s PurePulse 2.0 sensor, giving you data like resting heart rate, workout heart rate zones, and notifications for unusually high or low readings. During workouts you'll also get a breakdown of calories burned and Active Zone Minutes.

The tracker also supports overnight SpO2 monitoring to estimate blood oxygen levels during sleep, alongside advanced sleep tracking that records light, deep, and REM sleep stages, and restlessness during the night. It also gives you a daily sleep score out of 100 that helps you understand how well you really slept.

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TL;DR: Get the Samsung T9 4TB Portable SSD and get fast, durable storage for large projects and backups, on sale for $999.99 (reg. $1,144.99).

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Running out of storage in the middle of a large project is frustrating enough. Waiting forever for files to transfer makes it worse. If you regularly work with high-resolution video, massive photo libraries, or demanding creative workflows, the Samsung T9 4TB Portable SSD could help speed things up while giving you more room to work.

Right now, you can get the Samsung T9 4TB Portable SSD while it’s on sale for $999.99 (reg. $1,144.99).

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Tailored for creators, professionals, and power users, the T9 delivers read and write speeds up to 2,000 MB/s — twice as fast as Samsung’s T7 portable SSD. That speed can chip off valuable minutes from big project transfers, backups, or even editing straight from the drive.

The T9 also leans into portability without feeling flimsy. Compared to the slimmer T7, it has a slightly larger, more rugged build that’s better suited for travel, mobile setups, and on-the-go production work. Samsung says the drive offers drop resistance up to 3.2-feet, which could provide some peace of mind if your gear spends a lot of time in backpacks or camera bags.

Storage is another plus. With 4TB on board, the T9 keeps sprawling media libraries, high-res footage, game installs, and chunky backups in one place. It’s compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 and connects seamlessly across desktops, cameras, consoles, and supported mobiles.

Samsung also includes features aimed at long-term performance, such as Dynamic Thermal Guard technology to help prevent overheating during extended sessions, and access to Samsung Magician Software for firmware updates, encryption settings, and drive health monitoring.

If you’ve been looking for a fast external drive that can handle demanding workloads without being overly fragile, the Samsung T9 4TB Portable SSD is currently $145 off for a limited time, making its final price $999.99.

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TL;DR: Watch the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free on IIHF.TV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

We're still buzzing from the international hockey at the 2026 Winter Olympics, but there's more to come. We know the focus of the ice hockey world is firmly fixed on the resolution of the NHL season right now, but the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships is here to offer something to fans without a vested interest in the Stanley Cup.

This tournament doesn't have quite the same prestige as the Winter Olympics, but the 2024 World Championship was the most successful in terms of overall attendance. We're expecting this tournament in Switzerland to be just as popular as the USA, Canada, Czechia, Sweden, Finland, and other top sides battle it out on the ice.

If you're interested in watching the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.

What is the Ice Hockey World Championships?

The Ice Hockey World Championships are an annual international men's ice hockey tournament organized by the International Ice Hockey Federation. 16 teams are divided into two groups for the Preliminary Round played in a single round robin format. The top-four ranked teams of each group advance to the knockout rounds.

The defending champions are Czechia.

When is the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships?

The 2026 IIHF World Championship will take place from May 15-31. This year's tournament will be hosted by Zurich and Fribourg, Switzerland.

How to watch the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free

The 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships is available to live stream for free on IIHF.TV.

IIHF.TV is not available in some locations due to regional broadcasting restrictions (blocked locations listed here), but anyone can secure access with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in a location with access, meaning you can stream the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free by following these simple steps:

1. Sign up for a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

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 a location with access

4. Connect to IIHF.TV

5. Watch the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer pretty generous money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championships without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term strategy, but it gives you enough time to stream the tournament before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming platforms from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for streaming live sport is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for the Ice Hockey World Championships?

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TL;DR: Amazon has the Perfect Order New Single Pokémon Booster Pack on sale for $8.70, down from its $9.95 list price. That’s its lowest Amazon price in 30 days, with free delivery available from a third-party seller. 

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Perfect Order has secured its position in the Pokémon TCG as the most affordable modern expansion in the market.

As of May 11, Amazon has the Perfect Order New Single Pokémon Booster Pack listed at $8.70, a 13% drop from its $9.95 list price. The listing is showing as Amazon’s lowest price in 30 days, with free delivery currently estimated for May 15-19. What’s more, that’s the lowest price we’ve seen for Perfect Order Booster Packs on Amazon, as confirmed via price tracker camelcamelcamel.

If you’re looking for the lowest price altogether rather than sticking with Amazon, the retailer is currently in the middle ground compared to those available elsewhere. While Walmart’s Perfect Order Booster Packs are more expensive at $11.99 each, TCGplayer’s third-party listings are as low as $5.81 each, with the next selling for $6 with shipping included.

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As is the case with boosters from other Pokémon TCG expansions, each Perfect Order Booster Pack contains 10 random cards, and the set continues the Pokémon TCG’s Mega Evolution era with Mega Zygarde ex keeping the city in order. The expansion also features Pokémon with Special Illustration Rare chase cards like Mega Clefable ex, Mega Starmie ex, and Meowth ex.  

To grab even more packs at low prices, you can also buy the Pokémon TCG’s Perfect Order Elite Trainer Box for just under $80. Meanwhile, to have a TCG-ready deck from the get-go, you can also grab the Perfect Order Build and Battle Box for around $40 at Amazon.

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TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle listed for $49.99. That puts it just above TCGplayer’s current $41.49 market price. Walmart has it for $42.95.

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The Perfect Order expansion has been fluctuating in price since it launched, so we've been keeping close tabs on any sort of price drop.

As of May 11, Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle listed for $49.99. TCGplayer’s current market price sits at $41.49, so Amazon is only just over market while still giving shoppers the familiar checkout, delivery, and return setup. With over 20,000 sold in the past month alone, it’s safe to say plenty of fans are prioritizing that convenience.

That said, this isn’t the cheapest listing right now. Walmart has the same Booster Bundle for $42.95, while TCGplayer has unopened listings starting at $40.48, plus $2.49 shipping. That brings the cheapest TCGplayer option to $42.97 delivered, which is basically tied with Walmart. 

On a per-pack basis, Amazon comes out to about $7.91 per booster pack before tax. Walmart lands at roughly $7.16 per pack, while TCGplayer’s lowest shipped listing works out to about $7.16 as well. 

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As is usually the case with Pokémon TCG boxes like these, the Perfect Order Booster Bundle includes six booster packs from the expansion. Each pack comes with 10 cards, one Basic Energy, and one Pokémon TCG Live code card.  

Booster Bundles from other modern expansions are costing well over $60 on average, including White Flare, Black Bolt, Surging Sparks, and Chaos Rising. That makes Perfect Order the perfect choice for protecting your trading card budget. 

To score even more Pokémon TCG booster packs at a saving, you can also grab the Perfect Order Elite Trainer Box for just under $80. As for the upcoming expansion, you can still preorder single Chaos Rising Booster Packs for $12.99 at Amazon. 

SNL UK's latest cold open is a literal window into the future, bringing us to a 2046 where Reform leader Nigel Farage is UK prime minister and Donald Trump is apparently "king".

In the clip above Farage (a guest appearance from actor Peter Serafinowicz) downs a pint in Number 10 before his deputy and former Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch (played by Ayoade Bamgboye) brings him his morning briefing.

"One last thing: King Trump assures us he's almost negotiated a ceasefire over the Strait of Hormuz!" Badenoch says.

"Phew," says Farage. "For a minute there it felt like we were on the brink of World War IV."

SAVE OVER $500: The DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo is on sale for $1,089 at Amazon. That's over $500 off the list price of $1,599.

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Due to legislative pressure on DJI imports in the U.S., there is an expectation that we're going to see stock issues at some point. We have been saying that for some time though. We're not seeing any indications of low stock just yet. In fact, we're seeing strong discounts on popular models at Amazon.

The DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo is on sale for $1,089 at Amazon. That's over $500 off this content creator favorite and close to the record-low price at Amazon.

The DJI Mini 5 Pro is a content creator’s dream, pairing a high-end 1-inch sensor with the ability to shoot 4K at 120fps for cinematic, high-contrast results. It’s also an incredibly safe mini-drone, using LiDAR-powered sensing to see obstacles like thin wires or buildings even when you're flying blind. It's good to know that you're expensive investment isn't going to smash into the nearest obstacle as soon as you lose sight.

There are so many useful features with this popular drone, but perhaps the biggest quality-of-life upgrade is the 42GB of internal memory. That's enough to house your entire 4K shoot locally so you should never be sidelined by lack of storage space.

Save over $500 on the DJI Mini 5 Pro this weekend.

TL;DR: Get the iPhone 17 for free with T-Mobile. To qualify, simply switch and bring your number on an Experience Beyond or Better Value plan.

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There's a battle going on between leading mobile carriers to offer you the most tempting offers. We've seen really impressive deals dropped by the likes of Verizon and AT&T recently, but T-Mobile is leading the charge with a free iPhone offer that doesn't require a trade-in.

For a limited time, anyone can claim the Apple Phone 17 for free when switching to T-Mobile and bringing their number on an Experience Beyond or Better Value plan. The iPhone 17e is also available for free with just about any T-Mobile plan. What sets these offers apart from much of the competition is that neither requires a trade-in. You do need to pay taxes and a $35 device connection fee, but that's a small price to pay for a free iPhone.

SEE ALSO: iOS 27 could finally bring AI photo-editing to your iPhone

The iPhone 17 is built to handle Apple’s most advanced AI features. In Mashable's review, Stan Schroeder said it's an "excellent phone that matches the iPhone Pro models in many ways that matter." According to Stan Schroeder, the camera is "almost as good as the one on the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max."

How will T-Mobile's rivals respond? Only time will tell, but right now T-Mobile is offering one of the most tempting packages for anyone interesting in making the switch.

Score the Apple iPhone 17 for free from T-Mobile.

Today's Connections: Sports Edition will require some sports and pop culture knowledge.

As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.

Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier — so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for the latest Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections: Sports Edition?

The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. The sports Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words, and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake — players get up to four mistakes before the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. Here's a hint for today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

• Yellow: Isolated muscles

• Green: Smart teams

• Blue: Famous Jonathans

• Purple: How to start

Here are today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:

• Yellow: Muscles, Informally

• Green: Ivy League Team Nicknames

• Blue: Jonathans

• Purple: ___Start

Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.

Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.

Drumroll, please!

The solution to today's Connections: Sports Edition #595 is...

What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?

• Muscles, Informally: AB, PEC, QUAD, TRAP

• Ivy League Team Nicknames: BIG GREEN, CRIMSON, LIONS, QUAKERS

• Jonathans: KUMINGA, QUICK, TAYLOR, VILMA

• ___Start: FALSE, KICK, QUALITY, SPOT

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new sports Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.