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Sling TV debuted back in 2015 as one of the first live TV streaming services for $20 a month. Obviously, times have changed, competition is stiff, and every service has increased prices yearly for what seems like a decade. In a bold move to return to its roots, Sling TV is now offering a "Sling Select" bundle starting at $20.

BUY ONE TICKET, GET ONE FREE: As of Aug. 19, buy one ticket to see Together at participating AMC Theatres locations and get one free as part of the "2 Become 1" promotion.

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Ever get the feeling you're too close to your partner? Like, to the point that you might be becoming, uh, part of them? That's something like the problem Allison Brie and Dave Franco are facing in the horrifying flick Together, which is in theaters now. If you've yet to see it, now's a good time to snag tickets, thanks to a BOGO deal from AMC Theatres and Fandango that make it the perfect (affordable) night out.

As of Aug. 19, you can buy one ticket to see Together at participating AMC Theatres locations via Fandango, and get one free. This BOGO event, cheekily called the "2 Become 1" promo, is made for you to take your favorite person with you to see one of the most inventive horror movies of the year, and you can do it on the cheap.

This promotion applies to Fandango from now through Aug. 22 and AMC through Aug. 21., so buy your tickets early and plan to head out to see the movie before the weekend.

SEE ALSO: 'Together' review: Dave Franco and Alison Brie get grossly close in a body-horror nightmare

Mashable Entertainment Editor Kristy Puchko praised Together as a "twisted ride that's sure to give you goosebumps," praising it for its "supremely gruesome climax" as well as Brie and Franco's "undeniable chemistry."

Depending on who you go to the movies with, it could be a fantastic experience or an unmitigated disaster. But that's kind of what you get with the couple going through the events of Together, too. Between this movie and Weapons, it's an exciting time for horror.

Frigate, one of the most popular open-source options for home IP camera management, just released a massive update. Frigate 0.16 now has better object detection, license plate recognition, view-only users, and much more.

ChatGPT reaches more than 700 million people each week — and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman thinks we may be in an AI bubble.

"When bubbles happen, smart people get overexcited about a kernel of truth," he told a small group of reporters, including The Verge's Alex Heath, over dinner in San Francisco. "If you look at most of the bubbles in history, like the tech bubble, there was a real thing. Tech was really important. The internet was a really big deal. People got overexcited. Are we in a phase where investors as a whole are overexcited about AI? My opinion is yes. Is AI the most important thing to happen in a very long time? My opinion is also yes."

A bubble is when the price of something rises above its actual value typically because investors become too excited. Think: the dotcom bubble, the cryptocurrency bubble, even the housing bubble of the 2000s. As Nasdaq says in its definition of a bubble, they're "often hard to detect in real time because there is disagreement over the fundamental value of the asset."

SEE ALSO: How the dot-com bubble burst is relevant for the AI era

As NBC News reported, the AI bubble could be bigger than the internet bubble, according to a report from Apollo Global Management chief economist Torsten Slok. But not everyone agrees — Ray Wang, research director for semiconductors, supply chain and emerging technology at Futurum Group, told CNBC that while there might be an AI bubble, he doesn't necessarily see that reality. "The fundamentals across the supply chain remain strong, and the long-term trajectory of the AI trend supports continued investment," he told the news outlet. And, of course, it is much easier to point out a bubble from the other side.

Altman also told the reporters at the dinner that, while ChatGPT is currently the "fifth biggest website in the world right now," he soon expects it to beat out Instagram and Facebook for third. After that, he says, ChatGPT's growth challenges "get harder."

"For ChatGPT to be bigger than Google, that’s really hard," he said.

One of Altman's top priorities, Heath reported, is getting more GPUs so he can keep scaling OpenAI, bubble or not.

"You should expect OpenAI to spend trillions of dollars on data center construction in the not very distant future," he said.

SAVE 44%: The 55-inch TCL QM6K QLED 4K TV is on sale at Amazon for $447.99, down from the list price at TCL of $799.99. That's a savings of $352, which matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

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Fall TV shows are almost here, and so are some of the biggest sporting games of the year. If your TV is lacking (or lagging), upgrading today means you'll have it hung before the must-see events go live. If a 55-inch QLED model works best for your needs, check out this deal.

As of Aug. 19, the 55-inch TCL QM6K QLED 4K TV is on sale for $447.99 at Amazon, marked down from the list price at TCL of $799.99. That works out to a 44% discount, shavings $352 off the norm. This price matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

A 55-inch TV could be perfect for the garage, a kids' room, or a studio apartment. This TCL model is a QLED, which means it'll be great for watching daytime TV. Plus, the native 144Hz refresh rate means it's capable of gaming, and that increases to 240Hz in gaming mode. This is the smallest available size for the TCL QM6K, which means this will be the most affordable option with these specs.

SEE ALSO: Get NFL Sunday Ticket for $100 off and unlock the full upcoming season

TCL makes some of Mashable's favorite budget TVs, so you'll be in good hands with the brand. Plus, this model comes equipped with Google TV, so you won't need to buy a separate streaming device.

While it's back down to the lowest price ever for a limited time, upgrade to the 55-inch TCL QM6K LED 4K TV. You'll be saving a whopping $352 compared to the normal list price, and your new favorite shows will look oh so good on the QLED display.

Modern cars have become increasingly desensitized to fun. Safety features have made cars heavier, along with automatic transmissions that have further dulled the experience, resulting in a less-than-engaging driving experience. Manual cars may be the last link to the type of fun driving we've long forgotten and desperately need. All is not lost just yet.

Is there anything the internet loves more than dogs? (Cat people, I can't hear you!)

Well, a love of dogs is a key ingredient to what makes Good Boy such a fantastic horror movie premise. The trailer for the IFC Films release dropped yesterday, painting a creepy portrait of an adorable dog in mortal peril! Co-writer/director Ben Leonberg centers his film on Indy, his own family's dog, who has incredible star power. The premise is simple: a dog is in a haunted house where his owner can't sense the spirits that could harm them both. And you know what that means: the dog could die.

The immediate reaction to the trailer on X was movie fans (and dog lovers) concerned over this very question:

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Now, this is actually a major point of tension in the film. Sure, it's common for the stakes in a horror movie to be life or death — but with people.The very existence of a website dedicated to learning if the dog dies in any given movie suggests we as a species are more terrified of seeing a sweet dog being killed onscreen than hordes of horny teens or even ghost-plagued children. And Indy isn't just any dog. As the trailer and my review out of SXSW proclaims, he's a star. That led me to confess, "The resulting horror movie had me yelping like I was a kid seeing her first scary movie."

That was in no small part because I didn't know how this movie would end, and I was very invested. But hey, if your stress levels demand to know before you go how things shake out for the eponymous Good Boy, we've got you. Before you get misinformation from trolls on social media or misled by AI chatbots, Mashable will answer this question, from someone who has seen, reviewed, and loved Good Boy.

One final word of warning: Spoilers for the end of Good Boy below:

Does Indy the dog survive Good Boy? Indy, the Goodest of boys. Credit: IFC Films

Indy the dog lives.

Now, with this comfort in mind, I sincerely recommend you check out Good Boy. Indy is waiting to be discovered.

Good Boy opens in theaters Oct. 3.

The newest M4 Mac mini is back on sale for just $500 on Amazon. This is a very low price for this model, and gives you a huge discount from its original price of $700. At this price, you’re getting a desktop computer that packs some seriously impressive features, like Apple's brand-new M4 chip.

SAVE $150: As of Aug. 19, get the Roborock Q7 M5+ robot vacuum and mop for $279.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $429.99. That's a discount of 35%.

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Are you still manually vacuuming and mopping your floors? We're outsourcing that to robots in 2025, so if you haven't picked out a robot vacuum or mop yet, now's the time to go ahead and pick one up. And we've picked one out for you that's on sale right now at a great price.

As of Aug. 19, get the Roborock Q7 M5+ robot vacuum and mop at Amazon for $279.99, down from its usual price of $429.99. That's $150 off for a discount of 35%.

SEE ALSO: The best robot vacuums in 2025

This robot vacuum and mop combo is meant to clean your floors efficiently without your input, whether that's the nooks and crannies you don't look in, or the most trafficked areas of your home that need the most attention on a daily basis. It boasts 10,000 Pa of HyperForce suction power so it can gather dirt and debris like a pro; dual anti-tangle design to cut through human and pet hair easily; and a self-emptying base that doesn't have to be emptied for seven weeks. That's quite a while when it comes to vacuum storage.

The unit puts its LiDAR navigation system to use to keep from running into furniture, pets, or even falling down the stairs so you don't have to babysit it. It can also seamlessly switch from vacuum to mop to save you a little extra time. And you can just set a cleaning schedule in the accompanying app so you can leave it to its own devices to clean for you when needed.

If it's time to invest in a robot vacuum, this is a great pick that you should snatch up before it disappears.

Whether it's in your headphones, or a feature promised in a soundbar, you've probably run into something called "virtual surround" or something like it before. The name seems to suggest that you can get surround sound using nothing more than a set of stereo speakers, or at most an array of speakers to your front.

DirecTV knows that the fall season is right around the corner, and with it comes NFL action and college football. While the company was one of the first to offer multi-channel viewing decades ago, it's back with a revamped system for the streaming era. DirecTV just introduced Mix Channels, where you can watch four channels or sporting events on one screen.

SAVE $50: The DJI Mini 3 drone with screen remote control is on sale at Amazon for $499, down from the standard price of $549. That's a 9% discount.

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DJI is having a monumental year. The brand is dropping new products like never before while also running into potential drone bans. While nothing is official yet, it's possible DJI won't be able to sell drones in the U.S. come December. Because of this, DJI drones are out of stock at almost every retailer. But there's a model in-stock today at Amazon, and it's even on sale.

As of Aug. 19, the DJI Mini 3 drone with screen remote control is on sale for $499 at Amazon, marked down from the normal price of $549. That's a 9% discount that takes $50 off the price. It's worth noting this deal is offered from a third-party seller at Amazon. Mashable doesn't usually recommend buying from third-party sellers, but since it's super rare to find DJI drones in stock these days, this might be the best option. Plus, the seller, AeroTech Hubs, has an overwhelmingly positive rating over the last year. And it ships via Amazon Prime, so members are in for quick delivery.

The DJI Mini 3 is designed to capture awesome footage while being compact and easy to operate. This model is especially great since it comes with the screen remote control, giving you access to a live video feed of what the drone is capturing.

SEE ALSO: DJI drones are still flying off shelves — here’s where to buy online

Getting up to 38 minutes of flight time, the DJI Mini 3 weighs under 249 grams, which is less than half a pound. Thanks to its weight and size, it'll be easy to pack the DJI drone alone on any content shoot or outdoor adventure. Plus, it comes with Level 5 wind resistance, which means it can handle up to 23 mile per hour gusts.

The 249 gram weight is also important when it comes to registering the drone. In many countries, including the U.S., you can fly a drone that weighs under 250 grams without registration or certification. Of course, you'll want to check on this before you take off to make sure all local regulations are good to go.

If you've been searching for a DJI drone but have run into out-of-stock notices, score the DJI Mini 3 at Amazon today while it's in stock and on sale for under $500.

SAVE $30: The Best Buy Drop for Wednesday, Aug. 19 is the Wednesday Addams Figure and Buildable Toy Doll Lego set. It's usually $49.99, but while inventory lasts, is on sale for $19.99.

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Sorry summer, but if Nevermore Acadamy is back in session, spooky season is back in session. Best Buy is feeding into the macabre mood by giving the popular Wednesday Addams Lego set the Best Buy Drop treatment: The Wednesday Addams Buildable Toy Doll set that's usually $49.99 has dropped to $19.99 for a limited time on Aug. 19.

Best Buy Drops have limited stock available, always debuting with a bar that shows how much inventory is left as people shop. Popular drops (Legos being one of them) tend to go quickly, so set your alarm and be ready on the Best Buy mobile app.

SEE ALSO: The best new 'Wicked' Lego sets dropping this month

There are lot of pieces packed into this practically-priced set (a rarity for popular Legos nowadays): A collectible posable Wednesday doll with a movable head, arms and feet, plus two swappable faces and two outfits for rebuilds when you feel like it. Mini figurines of Thing, Wednesday's typewriter, Nero's grave, a crystal ball, a stand with toy black dahlias, and two hidden spaces for hiding keepsakes are also thrown in. You can arrange everything under the swirly Nevermore Academy gate. It's enough to keep yourself busy until the premiere of Season 2, Part 2 on Sept. 3.

Best Buy's Wednesday Lego collection also includes The Black Dahlia flower building set for $27.99 and Wednesday and Enid's dorm room building set for $89.99.

Now more than ever, Spotify's newest feature will make you feel like a professional DJ.

You've already got the perfect playlist, now Spotify lets you add and customize transitions between songs. On Tuesday, Spotify launched a beta version for Premium users to add song transitions.

SEE ALSO: OMG: Spotify lossless might actually be coming soon

There's now a mix button in the playlist toolbar that lets you mix songs for a seamless transition. You can hit Auto and let Spotify do the mixing for you, or can you choose presets like Fade or Rise to apply different transition styles. If you want to get even more technical, Spotify lets you set the volume, EQ (equalizer), and effects with the waveform visual and beats information. Tapping Mix on the playlist automatically shows BPMs and keys to help you mix smooth transitions between songs.

Tap Mix to add or customize song transitions on your playlists. Credit: Spotify

This is the latest feature from Spotify that gives users more control over their listening habits. Over the past few months, Spotify has launched the ability to customize genres for their Discover Weekly playlists, and customize their queues with shuffle and sleep timer options. Spotify's AI-powered DJ also now takes song requests.

The steady drumbeat of more and more algorithmic recommendations has polarized Spotify users. Some love that the app automatically chooses music for them based on their preferences, while others feel like the recommendations are annoying and inhibit them from discovering new artists on their own.

New features geared around giving users more control, or perhaps the illusion of control, might help to balance out these frustrations that have driven users to quit the app.

Transitions are rolling out to Spotify Premium users today, so paying users can see for themselves how it feels to be the master of their song transitions.

SAVE $50: The Apple iPad 11-inch (WiFi, 128GB) is on sale at Amazon for $299, down from the list price of $349. That's a 14% discount.

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We're full-on into back-to-school season now, which means it's time to take stock of what items you still need to help with a successful year. For many students, regardless of age, a tablet is an awesome addition for both studying and relaxing. Even if you're not heading to the classroom this year, now is a great time to score a discount on one of Apple's best tablets.

As of Aug. 19, the Apple iPad 11-inch (WiFi, 128GB) is on sale for $299 at Amazon, marked down from the normal price of $349. That shaves $50 off the price thanks to the 14% discount. Plus, you can choose from blue, yellow, pink, and silver to score this sale price.

On the list of the best iPads, Mashable's top pick for a budget model is the Apple iPad 11-inch. Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino wrote, "Even though its tech is basic compared to the advanced iPad Air and Pro, it's great for someone who wants a portable screen for streaming, playing games, and reading. It's also a nice choice if you're interested in using your tablet as a laptop, but don't want to spend a ton of money." Mangino also highlights this is a great model for parents to snag for their kids thanks to the affordable price.

SEE ALSO: Apple AirPods 4 are back under $100 at Amazon — save $30 for a limited time

The iPad measures 10.9 inches which is a great middle-ground between a laptop and a cellphone. You'll be able to draw, draft, and stream shows with this size without it overtaking your bag or being so tiny that you'll need to find your reading glasses. Plus, its 500 nits of brightness make it pretty nice for using outside.

If you feel like getting fancy with the iPad, you can pair it with the Apple Pencil or the Magic Keyboard Folio to make a laptop-esque experience.

While it's still on sale for $299, snag the Apple iPad 11-inch at Amazon and watch Wednesday on a more deserving screen than your phone. Come time to study, it'll be great for reviewing lecture notes.

Colin Farrell goes all in with the trailer for Conclave director Edward Berger's upcoming film Ballad of a Small Player.

Set to premiere at this year's Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), the movie sees The Penguin star as Lord Doyle, a man who gambles every night in Macau's casinos, falling further into debt but lapping up every luxury and fistful of lobster while he can.

Fresh from The End and Problemista, Tilda Swinton is hot on Doyle's heels as private investigator Cynthia Blithe. Could a helping hand from an enigmatic casino employee Dao Ming (Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire star Fala Chen) get him out of this mess? Perhaps, if her own secrets don't catch up to her first.

With the most dramatic version of Andrea True's "More, More, More," you've ever heard, the Ballad of a Small Player trailer promises high stakes, big bets, and a hotel room-bound descent into madness.

Ballad of a Small Player will premiere at TIFF on Sept. 8, before hitting select U.S. cinemas Oct. 15 and streaming on Oct. 29.

SAVE $99.01: As of Aug. 19, get the Apple iPad (10th Gen) for $399.99 at Amazon. That's down from its usual price of $499.

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It's never a bad time to get a tablet. It's officially time to head back to school, so make sure you or your kids are equipped with a great device to kick off the year. And if you've already prepped for that, maybe just treat yourself or the family to an iPad that won't break the bank as much as some of the newer models might at present.

As of Aug. 19, get the Apple iPad (10th Gen) for $399.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $499. That's $99.01 off and a discount of 20% on list price.

SEE ALSO: The best tablets: iPads are great, but have you tried literally anything else?

This isn't the latest and greatest iPad by any means, but that doesn't mean it's a slouch, not by a long shot. It's actually been discontinued, which means it's not officially listed as up for grabs via the official Apple website, but it's still obtainable through third-party retailers lke Amazon, where it frequently goes on sale.

This is a thin, lightweight, and sleek iPad design that boasts a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display. It uses the A14 Bionic chip for impressive performance and multitasking that can power you through just about any use case, whether that's gaming, watching your favorite shows and movies, or getting some work done on the go.

It's perfect for hanging out in meetings and Zoom calls as well, and if you have virtual classes to attend, it can facilitate that too with its 12MP Ultra Wide front camera and 12MP back camera with 4K video support.

There's a lot to love about this older model, especially the price, so grab one while it's still in stock.

Adobe has just released a major new update for its Acrobat viewer and editor that adds 'Acrobat Studio,' a new platform that combines the PDF app with Adobe Express' creation features. It turns Acrobat into an AI-powered database and creation tool using your piles of PDF files.

We've all been there: You sent a text message that you instantly regretted, either because it was sent to the wrong person, or you had a change of heart. Now, Android users can fix their mistakes.

As initially spotted by Android Authority, the ability to unsend text messages after they've been fired off into the ether is rolling out widely to Android users. Simply highlight a text you sent, tap the trashcan icon, and you can either choose to delete the message just for yourself, or for everyone else in the chat.

SEE ALSO: Messages between Android, iPhones could get end-to-end encryption soon

Android Authority noted that this was coming all the way back in February, but it seems to be available to the general public now. For those keeping score at home, this is a very rare instance of Apple having done something in iOS before Google could do it in Android; iOS users have had the ability to edit and unsend text messages for a while now.

That said, it's not a competition, and this feature will help you avoid some very awkward conversations. As always, the best way to prevent bad situations it to not send the questionable text in the first place.

What's your most important feature or specification when buying a new phone? Chances are, it's a big screen, cameras, or storage, and you rarely think about charging speed. Most phones have some type of "fast charging" technology, and we all take it for granted, but it changed how I use my phone.