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Raspberry Pis are some of the most reliable SBCs out there for hobbyist electrical projects and lightweight self-hosting. Here are 5 commands or utilities that every Pi user should know.

Most desktop software and web browsers have left Windows 7 and Windows 8 in the past, but Firefox still gets security updates on those versions. That's now changing, as Mozilla is ending all support for versions before Windows 10.

Linux is flexible, but it can’t contort itself into a perfect Windows replica. Linux comes with its own set of pros and cons, and expecting it to behave like Windows will lead to disappointments. Instead, appreciate Linux for what it is, and you’ll understand why so many people love the Penguin OS.

Squid Game is the most successful South Korean Netflix show to date, but it might not be everyone's cup of tea. The good part is you don't have to restrict yourself to the dystopian story if you want to explore Korean dramas (K-dramas).

SAVE $27.49: As of Feb. 19, you can sign up for a BritBox streaming subscription as a Prime Video add-on for just $82.50 for your first year. That's 25% off the usual price of $109.99.

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There's a whole other world of streaming out there beyond your Netflix account. If you're interested in expanding your content beyond U.S. borders, BritBox streaming subscriptions are on sale for 25% off.

As of Feb. 19, you can sign up for an entire year of BritBox independently or as a Prime Video add-on for just $82.50 for your first year. Typically $109.99, that's just shy of $28 in savings. After your first year, the price will jump back up, so be sure to cancel before then if you want to avoid the $109.99 hit to your bank account.

BritBox is home to the best of British television and movies. It's where you'll find the original version of The Office, popular British dramas like Downton Abbey, Call the Midwife and Shetland, quirky comedies like Chewing Gum and The Cleaner, and so much more. You can tune into live BBC channels like BBC First, BBC Entertainment, and BBC Select, or watch on-demand whenever your heart desires right from your Prime Video account.

If you want to broaden your horizons in 2026 with British TV and movies, a BritBox subscription is the way to go. And for just $82.50, it's cheaper than a year of almost any other popular American streaming service.

Looking to fill the Westeros-shaped hole in your heart after A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms wraps up this Sunday? Worry not: House of the Dragon Season 3 is coming this June, and its first teaser promises a fiery, bloody showdown between Team Black and Team Green.

House of the Dragon Season 2 ended with the promise of great changes coming down the line. Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke) went to Dragonstone and told Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D'Arcy) that she would surrender the Red Keep to her if Rhaenyra and her new dragonriders came to King's Landing.

Elsewhere, forces from the Triarchy sailed towards Westeros in the hope of breaking Corlys Velaryon's (Steve Toussain) naval blockade. In George R.R. Martin's Fire & Blood, the ensuing clash becomes known as the Battle of the Gullet, and based on the teaser, it's finally coming to the screen.

The teaser shows Rhaenyra's forces, including her son Jacaerys (Harry Collett) and his dragon Vermax, opening fire on the Triarchy ships. The sight is as terrifying as it is glorious.

That's not the only action House of the Dragon Season 3's teaser promises. From a battle in an open field to Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith) locked in combat with the forces of House Hightower, it seems like Westeros is trapped in an inevitable spiral of war. I might just have to watch Dunk (Peter Claffey) and Egg (Dexter Sol Ansell) hanging out again in order to de-stress.

House of the Dragon premieres this June on HBO and HBO Max.

SAVE $30: The Petlibro Automatic Pet Feeder (5 liter) is on sale at Amazon for $69.99, marked down from the standard price of $99.99. That's a 30% discount.

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All pet owners know the cat or dog is arguably the most important member of the family. Taking care of their needs is a high priority. If you won't be home during feeding times, there's an easy way to keep pets fed, and it's on a great sale today at Amazon.

As of Feb. 19, the five-liter Petlibro Automatic Pet Feeder is on sale at Amazon for $69.99, marked down from the standard price of $99.99. That's a 30% discount.

The Petlibro Automatic Pet Feeder can hold five liters of food for your furry friend. Petlibro mentions that's about a weeks worth of food for dogs and up to 20 days of meals for cats. In Mashable's review of the best automatic pet feeders, the Petlibro earns the top spot as the best model for portion control.

From the Petlibro app, you'll be able to schedule up to 10 meals per day at designated times. And as an extra fun bonus, you can record a message that'll play to your pets at each feeding time. Adding to that feature, you can record up to 10 customized messages to play during different feeding times and set each at an appropriate volume. That'll be great for late-night cat meals when the kids are already asleep.

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The pet food sits in a stainless steel container that's designed to keep food fresh. Knowing some pets would love to sneak in an extra meal, Petlibro designed the automatic feeder with a twist locking lid.

When food is getting low, the Petlibro app will send an alert to your phone so you can top up supply before your pet misses a meal. You can also share the feeder in the app with up to five users, so several family members have access to the feeder. That's also a great feature to share with a pet sitter when you'll be on vacation.

While it's on sale for under $70, upgrade to the five-liter Petlibro Automatic Pet Feeder. It's perfect for keeping meals on scheudle without having to worry about if you'll be home on time.

These days, it is very hard to do deliberate, focused work. Digital distractions are everywhere, and you're constantly bombarded with communications, so you need to schedule time and make it count. Focus Time and Automatic Scheduling are great because they solve that problem.

Back in the day, the presence of a DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory) cache was more or less a requirement if you wanted a well-performing SSD that won't choke under pressure. But thanks to one improvement, modern SSDs don't need a DRAM cache anymore to stay competitive.

For decades, the idea of buying a brand-new car for around $20,000 was a realistic goal for many American shoppers, a reliable daily driver without a lofty price tag. In 2025, that era quietly came to an end. With the discontinuation of the last widely available new car under $20,000, the market now offers no mainstream new vehicles at that price point, leaving buyers with fewer truly affordable options as new-car pricing continues to soar.

TL;DR: Live stream Canada vs. USA in the women's ice hockey final for free on CBC Gem. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The women's ice hockey has been absolutely electric, and now the medals are up for grabs. Switzerland and Sweden face off for the bronze medal, followed by the showpiece event.

The final is the game neutrals wanted most — USA are taking on Canada for the gold medals. USA beat Canada 5-0 in the group stage, but Canada have bounced back from that disappointing performance. Can they produce a heroic effort to beat a USA team that has only conceded a single goal in the whole competition? It's a tough ask, but anything is possible at this late stage. Keep a close eye on top scorers Caroline Harvey and Daryl Watts.

If you want to watch Canada vs. USA in women's ice hockey for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Canada vs. USA?

Canada vs. USA in the women's ice hockey final takes place at 1:10 p.m. ET on Feb. 19. This fixture takes place at the Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena.

How to watch Canada vs. USA for free

Canada vs. USA in the women's ice hockey final is available to live stream for free on CBC Gem.

CBC Gem is geo-restricted to Canada, 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 Canada, meaning you can access free live streams of the 2026 winter sports ice hockey from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Canada vs. USA in the women's ice hockey final for free by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to 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 Canada

4. Visit CBC Gem

5. Watch Canada vs. USA 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 this final (plus the men's competition) before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for CBC Gem?

ExpressVPN is the best service for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including Canada

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast connection speeds

• Up to 10 simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

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).

Live stream Canada vs. USA in the women's ice hockey final for free with ExpressVPN.

Google Maps is an extremely helpful tool for navigation, but millions of people use it for more than just directions. Google Maps is packed with features and data, including user reviews, images, restaurant information, saving your parking location, seeing recent trips, and more. If you rely on much of that information, we have some bad news.

TL;DR: Live stream Canada vs. Finland in men's ice hockey for free on CBC Gem. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The international ice hockey has been absolutely electric over the last couple of weeks, and now we're on the cusp of the final. Canada vs. Finland and USA vs. Slovakia are the two semi-final matchups. Are we heading towards a dramatic contest between USA and Canada in the final? It's probably the game that most neutral fans would like to see, but Finland and Slovakia will be doing everything they can to spoil the party.

Canada battled past Czechia to make this semi-final matchup. Finland secured a spot in this stage thanks to a 3-2 victory over Switzerland. We're expecting an intense battle as Canada and Finland come together at the Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena.

If you want to watch Canada vs. Finland in men's ice hockey for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Canada vs. Finland?

Canada vs. Finland in men's ice hockey takes place at 10:40 a.m. ET on Feb. 20. This fixture takes place at the Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena.

How to watch Canada vs. Finland for free

Canada vs. Finland in men's ice hockey is available to live stream for free on CBC Gem.

CBC Gem is geo-restricted to Canada, 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 Canada, meaning you can access free live streams of the 2026 winter sports ice hockey from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Canada vs. Finland in men's ice hockey for free by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to 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 Canada

4. Visit CBC Gem

5. Watch Canada vs. Finland 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 ice hockey before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for CBC Gem?

ExpressVPN is the best service for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including Canada

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast connection speeds

• Up to 10 simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

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).

Live stream Canada vs. Finland in men's ice hockey for free with ExpressVPN.

SAVE $150: As of Feb. 19, the Apple 13-inch M4 MacBook Air is on sale for $849 at Amazon. That's 15% or $150 off its list price of $999 and it's selling out fast.

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If you're still holding onto an old MacBook with an Intel processor, it's prime time to upgrade to the M4 MacBook Air. While it's an incredible value even at full price, the base model just got a $150 price drop. You'll have to grab it ASAP though, as it's selling out quickly.

As of Feb. 19, the 13-inch Apple MacBook Air (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) is on sale at Amazon for only 849. That's 15% or $150 off its list price of $999. While that's not the best price we've ever seen on the laptop, it's undoubtedly an excellent deal.

The M4 MacBook Air is wildly powerful, notching a multi-core score of 14,992 in Geekbench 6's CPU test (our primary speed benchmark). That's less than two percent slower than the M4 Pro. It's no surprise that it topped Mashable's list of the best laptops in 2026. While the larger 15-inch model is our top pick for most people, the 13-inch version is our favorite budget option and our top recommendation for students.

The 2025 laptop also features an improved 12MP FaceTime camera, as well as open-lid support for two external displays. That means you can still use its own screen when it's hooked up to monitors — not a necessity, but a nice-to-have feature.

If you don't need fancy specs for things like video editing or graphic design, the M4 Air is a stellar value even when it's not on sale. At $150 off, it's a total no-brainer upgrade. Just be sure to grab it before it goes out of stock.

SAVE $400: As of Feb. 19, the LG 27-inch Ultragear OLED gaming monitor is on sale at Amazon for only $499.99. That's a 44% price drop from its usual $899.99 and matches its best price on record.

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LG's UltraGear gaming monitors are some of the most popular models on the market, but its full lineup is wide and varied. Falling on the higher end of the spectrum is the 27-inch OLED (27GS93QE), which typically retails for a steep $999.99. Its premium specs and premium price tag may seem out of reach on a normal day, but it just dropped more than 40% to its best price ever.

As of Feb. 19, you can upgrade to the LG 27-inch Ultragear OLED gaming monitor for only $499.99 thanks to this Amazon deal. That's $400 less than usual and its lowest price on record (matching its Black Friday price).

OLED panels have extremely high contrast, with true blacks and a wide color gamut, making them excellent choices for everything from gaming to streaming your favorite shows. Beyond that infinite contrast, the Ultragear OLED also packs a 240Hz refresh rate for fluid gameplay, FreeSync Premium Pro for steady frames, and a 0.03ms response time. That's a pretty solid spec list for gamers. Sure, they now make monitors with refresh rates as high as 1000Hz, but that's honestly overkill. Most people are unlikely to notice a huge difference beyond the 240Hz mark, as our friends at PCMag (also owned by Ziff Davis) pointed out. Other features include a virtually borderless height, tilt, and pivot adjustable screen, 2560 x 1440 resolution, and plenty of ports for your peripherals.

Premium features typically come with premium price tags, but this 44% off deal drops the LG Ultragear OLED into budget-friendly territory.

If you're a programmer, you probably use Git, and like me, you may find some commands a little too laborious. What you need is a quick way to comprehend, navigate, and inspect your Git history. GUIs excel in this regard, but if you're a devoted terminal user, then you likely prefer a TUI (terminal user interface). For Git, these are in short supply, but I have one today, which makes reading your history a breeze.

You probably own more smart home sensors than you think—you just don't call them that. Many of the devices in your home can act as state detectors that you can use to control your smart home. There's a lot you can do without needing to buy a single new sensor.

One of the best features of AirPods is that they charge continuously when placed in their case, as long as the case itself has power. You put the AirPods in the case and forget about them.

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, might launch an Apple Watch competitor this year.

According to a report by The Information, the smartwatch is code-named 'Malibu 2,' and will come with health-tracking tools, similar to the ones seen on other popular smartwatches, including Apple Watch. A Meta AI assistant will be built into the watch's software.

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The number two in the code name might refer to an earlier smartwatch project which was ultimately shelved. That watch was said to come with a built-in camera, but there's no word on whether the new watch will have that feature.

Details around the watch are scarce. However, it's not too far fetched of an idea, given that Meta already has a lineup of VR headsets and accompanying accessories, as well as the Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta smart glasses. The Meta smartwatch could, for example, be used for gesture-based control of the gadgets above.

Meta has been cutting costs on its virtual reality efforts, having recently laid off more than 1,000 employees who were working on the company's vision of the metaverse. Meta CEO Andrew Bosworth said at the time that the company would refocus its metaverse efforts on wearables, which might explain its renewed interest in smartwatches.

TL;DR: Live stream the 2026 winter sports figure skating for free on streaming platforms like 9Now, CBC Gem, and BBC iPlayer. Access these free streaming services from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

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Has Heated Rivalry got you all worked up? Do not fear, because your figure skating fix is on the way.

We've already seen some incredible winter sports action over the last few days, but fans of the Canadian romance will only have eyes for the Forum di Milano as the best figure skaters take to the ice to battle it out. Expect the likes of Ilia Malinin, Madison Chock, Evan Bates, Kaori Sakamoto, and Alysa Liu to steal the spotlight.

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If you want to watch the 2026 winter sports figure skating for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is the 2026 winter sports figure skating?

International figure skating takes place from Feb. 6-19 at the Forum di Milano. Here's the full schedule of events:

• Team Event Ice Dance (Rhythm Dance) — 3:55 a.m. ET on Feb. 6

• Team Event Pair Skating (Short Program) — 5:35 a.m. ET on Feb. 6

• Team Event Women Single Skating (Short Program) — 7:35 a.m. ET on Feb. 6

• Team Event Men Single Skating (Short Program) — 1:45 p.m. ET on Feb. 7

• Team Event Ice Dance (Free Dance) — 4:05 p.m. ET on Feb. 7

• Team Event Pair Skating (Free Skating) — 1:30 p.m. ET on Feb. 8

• Team Event Women Single Skating (Free Skating) — 2:45 p.m. ET on Feb. 8

• Team Event Men Single Skating (Free Skating) — 3:55 p.m. ET on Feb. 8

• Ice Dance (Rhythm Dance) — 1:20 p.m. ET on Feb. 9

• Men Single Skating (Short Program) — 12:30 p.m. ET on Feb. 10

• Ice Dance (Free Dance) — 1:30 p.m. ET on Feb. 11

• Men Single Skating (Free Skating) — 1 p.m. ET on Feb. 13

• Pair Skating (Short Program) — 1:45 p.m. ET on Feb. 15

• Pair Skating (Free Skating) — 2 p.m. ET on Feb. 16

• Women Single Skating (Short Program) — 12:45 p.m. ET on Feb. 17

• Women Single Skating (Free Skating) — 1 p.m. ET on Feb. 19

You can follow international figure skating without spending anything.

How to watch 2026 winter sports figure skating for free

International figure skating is available to live stream for free on a number of services:

• Australia — 9Now

• Austria — ORF

• Canada — CBC Gem

• France — France TV

• Germany — ARD

• Ireland — RTÉ Player

• Italy — RAI

• Spain — RTVE

• UK — BBC iPlayer

These free live streams are geo-restricted, but anyone can bypass these restrictions with a VPN. These handy tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in another location, meaning you can access free live streams of the 2026 winter sports figure skating from anywhere in the world.

Live stream the 2026 winter sports figure skating by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to 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 free access

4. Watch the 2026 winter sports figure skating for free from anywhere in the world

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 figure skating before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for live sport?

ExpressVPN is the best service for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast connection speeds

• Up to 10 simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

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).

Live stream the 2026 winter sports figure skating for free with ExpressVPN.