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Get over $300 off the iPhone 15 Pro Max with this exclusive deal

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 11:00

TL;DR: Act fast to upgrade your smartphone to an Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max for just $769.99 (reg. $1,099) while supplies last.

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Are you in the market for a new iPhone but don’t want to spend over $1,000? This iPhone 15 Pro Max delivers all the bells and whistles you’ve come to love from Apple, without blowing your budget. Right now, this device costs just a fraction of the usual price — just $769.99 (reg. $1,099) — while supplies last.

Upgrade your iPhone without breaking the bank

If you’re spending hundreds of dollars on a smartphone, you want it to last. This Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is the first iPhone to use aerospace-grade titanium, the same kind used in Mars-bound space missions, making it durable enough for everyday use. It’s also IP68 rated, making it splash, water, and dust resistant.

This model has an exclusive 5x Telephoto camera that lets you capture stunning photos from afar. A new Action button also lets you access your favorite feature instantly by just pressing and holding it.

SEE ALSO: The four-pack of Apple AirTags is just over $5 away from their lowest price ever

Unlocked for all carriers, this iPhone 15 Pro Max can be charged with the same cable you use for your Mac or iPad, a USB-C, helping you cut down on cord clutter. You’ll also save time thanks to USB 3 support, which allows for fast data transfer, and Wi-Fi 6E, providing wireless speeds up to twice as fast.

Do you enjoy gaming on your phone? Equipped with an A17 Pro chip, this iPhone 15 Pro Max takes gaming to the next level with hyper-realistic detail and lightning-fast performance.

If you’re wondering how you’re securing such a major discount, it’s due to this model’s grade A refurbished rating. That means this smartphone will arrive on your doorstep in near-mint condition, with minimal to zero amounts of scuffing on the case.

Save big on an Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max for only $769.99 (reg. $1,099).

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Watch SpaceX bring Starship all the way home on its 10th flight test

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 11:00

SpaceX launched its first Starship since an accident this summer that caused one of the rockets to explode on a test stand at the company's headquarters in southern Texas. 

But the rocket made an immense comeback on Tuesday, successfully reaching space and coasting halfway around the world before dropping softly into the Indian Ocean as planned.

The test was SpaceX's 10th Starship launch, following a recent succession of failures and mishaps for the gargantuan prototype. 

Starship, a 400-foot-tall, super-heavy-lift rocket and spaceship, blasted off from SpaceX's private space port in Starbase, Texas, which is now an official city, at 6:30 p.m. CT. The event was broadcast on both SpaceX's website and X, the social platform acquired by the business' billionaire founder Elon Musk. It came two days after SpaceX's initial launch attempt, when controllers discovered a liquid oxygen fuel leak in the ground systems, Musk said on X. The company scrubbed another try on Monday due to weather risks.

By all appearances, Starship aced its one-hour test, suffering only minor damage to a flap and the aft skirt during the inferno of reentering Earth's atmosphere.

"We're kind of being mean to this Starship a little bit," said Dan Huot, a SpaceX spokesperson and launch commentator. "We're really trying to put it through the paces and kind of poke on what some of its weak points are."

SEE ALSO: NASA spacecraft snaps photo of Earth from across the solar system SpaceX's Starship reaches space during its 10th flight test on Aug. 26, 2025. Credit: SpaceX / X screenshot

The primary goals this time around for SpaceX were to test new landing maneuvers for the booster in the Gulf of Mexico, including experiments with different engine configurations to study how backups perform during landing burns. The ship also released eight dummy Starlink satellites that were stacked and deployed like a Pez dispenser within the ship. It was the first time a Starship ever simulated a payload delivery in space.

"Open the pod bay doors, HAL," Huot said as the payload demonstration began, referencing a famous line from 2001: A Space Odyssey.

In addition to that exercise, the ship successfully relit an engine while coasting through space.

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SpaceX has faced public scrutiny for its previous Starship test failures. Its leadership insists that the company's rapid break-it-fix-it strategy is all part of the company's unique iterative philosophy — in stark contrast with NASA's much slower and careful approach.

The accident on June 18 happened during a ground test as a Starship was being fueled. A high-pressure nitrogen tank with undetected damage had burst, according to a company statement, causing the rocket to break apart and catch fire. No one was hurt in the incident, and SpaceX has since changed inspection and safety procedures.

That explosion followed a string of inflight failures that were setbacks from earlier progress. During the last launch on May 27, the booster got the upper stage into space, but it didn't survive its fall back toward Earth. Engineers say they flew the booster at a steeper angle than usual to test its limits, which put too much stress on part of the fuel system and caused it to break apart. 

Meanwhile, the ship kept flying but developed a fuel leak inside the nose cone. This caused pressure problems that prevented it from releasing mock satellites and completing an engine restart in space. The ship eventually lost control and burned up over the ocean. Engineers traced the problem to a faulty part in the fuel system. The previous two tests — flights 7 and 8 — failed even earlier during the ascent stage. 

SpaceX's Starship survives through the end of its 10th flight test, softly splashing down into the Indian Ocean, on Aug. 26, 2025. Credit: SpaceX / X screenshot

But Tuesday's success signals the Starship program is back on track.

"We probably gave it a little bit of extra time in the oven but made it all the way through re-entry," Huot said. "Promised maximum excitement. Starship delivered."

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NASA will rely on SpaceX to ferry astronauts to the moon under a $4.2 billion contract. The plan is for a modified Starship to get the Artemis III and IV crews from the orbiting Orion spacecraft to the lunar surface. But before that can happen, SpaceX has to master refueling its spaceship in space. 

Starship is also a passion project for Musk, who wants to eventually send humans to Mars and build a self-sustaining city on the Red Planet.

"Life cannot just be about solving one tragic problem after another. There must be also reasons to get up in the morning and be excited about the future," Musk said on Monday. "A future where we are a spacefaring civilization is infinitely more exciting than one where we are not."

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How to unblock Pornhub for free

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 11:00

TL;DR: Unblock Pornhub from anywhere in the world with a VPN. The best service for unblocking porn sites is ExpressVPN.

Your access to Pornhub is at risk. Early in 2025, more than a third of U.S. states introduced age verification laws. In response, Pornhub banned visitors from those states from accessing their website.

The same thing happened in France, and although Pornhub is complying with the UK's age verification law, users are now required to provide personal information. The situation is constantly shifting, but you can stay one step ahead with a quick and easy hack.

If you want to unblock porn sites like Pornhub for free from anywhere in the world, we have the information you need.

How to unblock Pornhub for free

VPNs can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to secure server in another location. This process bypasses geo-restrictions so you can access adult sites like Pornhub from anywhere in the world.

Unblock Pornhub by following these simple steps:

  1. Sign up for a 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 that supports access to Pornhub

  4. Visit Pornhub

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The best VPNs for unblocking porn sites are not free, but most do offer free-trial peiods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can unblock porn sites like Pornhub without actually spending anything. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you the opportunity to temporarily retain access to Pornhub before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to your favorite site, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for bypassing online restrictions is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for Pornhub?

ExpressVPN is the top choice for unblocking porn sites like Pornhub, 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 streaming speeds free from throttling

  • Up to eight simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $139 and includes an extra four months for free — 61% off for a limited time. This plan also 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 $12.95 (with money-back guarantee).

Unblock Pornhub for free with ExpressVPN.

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Jenna Ortega takes on the Wednesday cast at Hot Ones, barely breaks a sweat

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 10:49

Anyone who's seen Jenna Ortega's Hot Ones episode will know that she's basically immune to spice, which means she's one of the last people you'd want to take on in a spicy wing eating contest.

That's exactly what the cast of Wednesday Season 2 do in the clip above though, taking turns asking each other questions where the penalty for a wrong answer – or no answer – is a "death wing."

As Georgie Farmer demonstrates it's a painful punishment, but it's not enough for Emma Myers to reveal any spoilers about what will happen in Season 2, Part 2.

Wednesday Season 2 Part 1 is now streaming on Netflix. Part 2 premieres Sept. 3.

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Im a runner, and this deal on the SHOKZ OpenRun Pro 2 is hard to ignore

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 10:47

SAVE $40: As of Aug. 27, the SHOKZ OpenRun Pro 2 headphones are on sale for $139.95 at Amazon. That's a 22% discount on list price.

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Runners know the struggle: you want your playlist to keep you motivated, but traditional earbuds either block out the world around you or refuse to stay put once you start moving. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

This is where SHOKZ OpenRun Pro 2 come in. Utilising bone-conducting technology, these headphones are designed for running. They help to keep your ears free for spatial awareness, and still allow you to enjoy your favorite running playlist or podcast.

SEE ALSO: I run 30 miles a week. Here are my running essentials you can find on Amazon.

Bone conduction technology is a clever technology that transmits sound through vibrations directly to the inner ear via the cheekbones, bypassing the eardrum, and increasing your spatial awareness. And as of Aug. 27, you can buy the SHOKZ OpenRun Pro for less, reduced to just $139.95 at Amazon.

They still deliver the same high-quality audio you'd expect from earbuds, all while keeping your ears open to your surroundings for safety and connection during workouts. This is something we recommend for runners, and a model I've had on my wishlist for a while.

These headphones sport an IP55 waterproof rating, so they’re sweatproof and work for runs or walks in the rain. However, these are not suitable for swimming. The battery life will keep you listening for up to 12 hours, and a quick five-minute charge will top you up with two and a half hours of extra playtime.

Grab this deal from Amazon.

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The Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 robot vacuum is down to its lowest-ever price on Amazon

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 10:32

SAVE $350: As of Aug. 27, the Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 robot vacuum is on sale for $349.99 at Amazon. That's a 50% saving on the list price.

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Keeping up with cleaning can feel like an endless (and tiresome) chore, but a robot vacuum can take at least one task off your list. And right now, Amazon has dropped the price on a popular model, making it easier to let smart tech handle the job for you.

As of Aug. 27, the Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 robot vacuum is reduced by a hefty 50%, saving you $350 on list price. It has never been priced lower than this, and even at full price, this vacuum is worth the spend.

SEE ALSO: I found the epic Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum for half price at Amazon

Why is it worth it, you ask? Because it doesn't just pick up dirt, it mops your floors, too. It uses Sonic Mopping to scrub hard floors 100 times per minute, and if you know it's about to encounter an extra deep stain, head to the app and initiate the Matrix Mop function to get 50% better stain cleaning in certain spots.

This vacuum also boasts an impressive precision matrix grid, meaning it takes multiple passes over dirt and debris to ensure it is all removed. And if it's heading towards a hard-to-reach edge or corner, the CleanEdge Detect system uses blasts of air and corner recognition to remove debris and pull it into the cleaning path. Plus, there's no need to manually map out the path for this vacuum because it uses 360-degree LiDAR vision to learn your space, detect obstacles, and pick up dirt.

Like all high-end vacuums worth shouting about, this machine self-empties, self-charges, and holds up to 60 days' worth of dirt, limiting your work even further. The base is bagless, so it is both useful and environmentally friendly as it eliminates the need for waste bags.

Get this 50% off deal at Amazon before the price goes back up.

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The ASUS ROG Strix G16 gaming laptop is at its lowest-ever price on Amazon

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 10:25

SAVE $240: As of Aug. 27, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is on sale for $2,159.99 at Amazon. That's a savings of 10% on list price.

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Amazon’s Daily Deals include discounts on everything from TVs to earbuds, but one of the best finds right now is the ASUS ROG Strix G16 gaming laptop. If you’ve been considering an upgrade, this is a great chance to save.

As of Aug. 27, this impressive gaming laptop is reduced by 10%, now priced at $2,159.99. This price is for the RTX5070, Ti model. Not only is this a great price, but it's the lowest it has ever been listed at according to camelcamelcamel.

SEE ALSO: Secure the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 gaming monitor at Amazon for $700 off — its lowest price yet

So why this model? Well, the ASUS ROG Strix is more than a solid laptop, with a sleek design and strong performance across the board. It's built with impressively powerful hardware, including high-end graphics cards and processors.

The Strix series also has great cooling features, customizable RGB lighting, and let's be real, it looks cool. With a 16-inch screen and a 16:10 aspect ratio, you can enjoy high-quality and immersive gaming. Connectivity-wise, you're sorted, with WiFi 6E support, multiple USB ports including Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Get this record-low deal from Amazon.

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Tesla expands Robotaxi service in Austin again, now covering its own Gigafactory

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 10:23

Tesla has expanded its Robotaxi coverage area in Austin for the third time in just two months.

The company first launched the Robotaxi service in June, initially covering just a tiny, 22 square mile area in southern Austin. Now, with this latest increase, Tesla covers 173 square miles in Austin, and the company says it's also increased the number of available cars by 50 percent.

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A fun fact noted by Teslarati: The Robotaxi service area now also covers Tesla's own Gigafactory Texas.

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With this increase, Tesla has far surpassed Alphabet's Waymo, which currently covers 90 square miles in Austin with its self-driving cars.

While Musk's proclaimed goal of expanding Robotaxis to cover half the population of the U.S. by year's end remains near-impossible, the company is expanding fast.

It's worth noting, however, that despite the increased service area and the number of cars available, Tesla's Robotaxi service is still only available via invite to a limited number of users.

SEE ALSO: Tesla is about to lose one of its most vital sources of revenue

The news follows Waymo's potential expansion to New York City, where the company recently acquired a pilot permit for running an autonomous vehicle taxi operation.

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Parallels Desktop 26 Arrives for Better Windows Virtualization on Mac

How-To Geek - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 06:28

Parallels Desktop is one of the best ways to virtualize Windows and Linux on modern Macs, and it just received its first major update of 2026. Parallels Desktop 26 is now available to download, with some much-needed fixes for macOS 26 Tahoe and a few minor enhancements.

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20 of the best AI courses you can take online for free

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 06:00

TL;DR: Find a wide range of free AI courses on Udemy. Take free lessons on ChatGPT, Copilot, DeepSeek, and more.

AI is probably going to take over the world. We don't know exactly when, but we feel pretty confident that it's coming.

So what are we supposed to do until that time comes? We could sit around and wait, or we could take the opportunity to learn something about our new boss. Fortunately, a wide range of free online courses on AI can be found on Udemy. We've checked out everything on offer and lined up a selection of standout courses to get you started.

SEE ALSO: Elon Musk's xAI sues Apple and OpenAI over App Store drama

These are the best online AI courses you can take for free this month:

These free online courses don't include certificates of completion or direct instructor messaging, but you still get unrestricted access to all the video content. So there's nothing stopping you from enrolling today.

Find the best free AI courses on Udemy.

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How to unblock xHamster for free

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 06:00

TL;DR: Unblock porn sites like xHamster with a VPN. The best service for unblocking porn sites is ExpressVPN.

Your access to porn sites like xHamster is not guaranteed in many locations around the world. There are obvious and legitimate reasons for online restrictions, but there is also something to be said for retaining your right to online freedom. When the time is right, you should be able to access your favorite sites without hassle.

Fortunately, it's possible to bypass content restrictions in a few simple steps. f you're looking for the best way to unblock porn sites like xHamster for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

How to unblock xHamster for free

VPNs are tools that can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure servers in other locations. This process bypasses geo-restrictions to secure access to porn sites like xHamster from anywhere in the world. It sounds complicated, but the process is actually really simple.

Unblock xHamster by following these steps:

  1. Sign up for a 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 that supports access to xHamster

  4. Unblock xHamster

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The best VPNs for unblocking porn sites are not free, but most do offer free trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can unblock porn sites and then recover your investment at a later date. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it works well if you're traveling to a location without access to your favorite sites.

If you want to retain permanent access to free porn sites from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for bypassing online restrictions is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for porn?

ExpressVPN is the top choice when it comes to unblocking porn sites like xHamster, 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

  • Fast streaming speeds free from throttling

  • Up to eight simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $139 and includes an extra four months for free — 61% off for a limited time. This plan also 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 $12.95 at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee).

Unblock xHamster for free with ExpressVPN.

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Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on August 27, 2025

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 06:00

The moon is slowly becoming brighter and brighter, and after days of nothing to see, NASA tells us we'll be able to spot some interesting features on the moon's surface tonight.

The lunar cycle takes about 29.5 days, according to NASA, and these different phases happen as the Sun lights up different parts of the moon whilst it orbits Earth. 

So let's see what's happening with the moon tonight, Aug. 27.

What is today’s moon phase?

As of Wednesday, Aug. 27, the moon phase is Waxing Crescent, and 18% will be lit up to us on Earth, according to NASA's Daily Moon Observation.

After days of darkness, there's plenty we can see on the moon tonight. With no visual aids, look to the top right (bottom left if you're in the Southern Hemisphere) to see the Mare Crisium and the Mare Fecunditatis. With binoculars or a telescope, you'll also get a glimpse of the Endymion Crater.

When is the next full moon?

The next full moon will be on Sept. 7. The last full moon was on Aug. 9.

What are moon phases?

According to NASA, moon phases are caused by the 29.5-day cycle of the moon’s orbit, which changes the angles between the Sun, Moon, and Earth. Moon phases are how the moon looks from Earth as it goes around us. We always see the same side of the moon, but how much of it is lit up by the Sun changes depending on where it is in its orbit. This is how we get full moons, half moons, and moons that appear completely invisible. There are eight main moon phases, and they follow a repeating cycle:

New Moon - The moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark (in other words, it's invisible to the eye).

Waxing Crescent - A small sliver of light appears on the right side (Northern Hemisphere).

First Quarter - Half of the moon is lit on the right side. It looks like a half-moon.

Waxing Gibbous - More than half is lit up, but it’s not quite full yet.

Full Moon - The whole face of the moon is illuminated and fully visible.

Waning Gibbous - The moon starts losing light on the right side.

Last Quarter (or Third Quarter) - Another half-moon, but now the left side is lit.

Waning Crescent - A thin sliver of light remains on the left side before going dark again.

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Hurdle hints and answers for August 27, 2025

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 06:00

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

Dirt.

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

FILTH

Hurdle Word 2 hint

A popular car rental company.

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HERTZ

Hurdle Word 3 hint

An internal organ.

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BRAIN

Hurdle Word 4 hint

To implant.

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EMBED

Final Hurdle hint

An old song.

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OLDIE

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The best electric shavers for every face and beard

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 06:00

The beard has its place. That goes for three-day stubble, goatees, chin straps, mutton chops, lumberjack beards, the lot. But sometimes it has to go. Whether it's for work, a formal event, or freshening up your style. Maybe it's just itching you like crazy.

Either way, you could do with a new electric shaver. It's good to have one in case you feel that urge to shave off the fuzz, and there's never a bad time to upgrade the rusty old shaver that's been clogging up the bathroom cabinet for years.

If you need help making a decision — or just feel lost with all the electric shaver and manscaping jargon — here’s a quick guide on everything you need to know, plus a round up of the very best electric shavers you you can buy right now.

Do you need an electric shaver?

Some men prefer the feel of a razor. That’s a simple fact of life. But there are plenty of benefits to going electric. Sure, an electric shave is never going to be as close as scraping a razor across your skin, but they offer convenience and speed. There’s no faffing around with creams and other shaving-based admin — just a quick 30-second buzz is all it takes. And they’re especially convenient for travelling.

How much does an electric shaver cost?

You can find models to suit every budget, from around £50 or less, to £300-plus. The higher the spec, the higher the price tag. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t find decent, robust shavers in a lower price range. We’ve included various options.

Are there different types of electric shavers?

There are a few types of electric shavers to consider, all with their own upsides:

Rotary shavers — These are the shavers with (usually) three circular heads. The heads flex and adjust to the contours of your face. This helps catch every bit of stubble in even the trickiest spots.

Foil shavers — These have a straight head made from a perforated foil, with oscillating blades (anywhere between two and five blades) beneath the foil.  

Travel shavers — All electric shavers are travel shavers, but some are built even more compact and lightweight, with handheld designs that fit easily in your palm. 

What is the best type of electric shaver?

It really comes down to a choice of rotary versus foil, but there’s no clear-cut winner. It’s a case of personal preference. They both get the job done. The more pertinent question is whether you prefer an electric shaver or classic razor. Or, if you want to keep hold of your beard, an electric beard trimmer might be a better option. 

What features do electric shavers offer?

Beyond just cutting your facial hair, electric shavers offer other features that set them apart in the marketplace. So, if you’re spending big bucks — or looking for value — consider an electric shaver with any of the below features.

Wet/dry shaving — Some electric shavers can handle wet shaving, meaning you can use them with water and foam. They’ll even go in the shower with you.

Fast charging — Look out for shavers that offer a good runtime from just a few minutes of charging. Some will come with a dedicated charging stand.

Battery life — Around an hour is a respectable runtime from an electric shaver. That's actually quite a lot when you consider that shaving takes just a few minutes.

Self-cleaning — Some charging stands double up as cleaning stations, which clean, lubricate, dry, and charge your shaver all at once.

Keep these features in mind when shopping around for your perfect electric shaver.

What is the best electric shaver?

Ultimately, that’s up to you. But we are here to help. We have carefully considered all the options on the market, and selected some of the best electric shavers for you. This list includes all the top brands, with Philips, Braun, and Panasonic making the cut. We're confident that there is something absolutely perfect for every face. Even yours.

These are the best electric shavers for 2025.

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Alien: Earth episode 4: Why doesnt Kirsh help Slightly?

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 03:00

Despite the irritating over-confidence of Boy Kavalier (Samuel Blenkin), his little hybrid experiment in Alien: Earth hasn't exactly been smooth sailing so far, has it?

The latest in a mounting number of issues is poor old Slightly (Adarsh Gourav) being groomed into alien theft by Morrow (Babou Ceesay), who is able to speak directly into Slightly's mind after working some cyborg magic on him during their meeting on the crashed Maginot spaceship.

The question is, why isn't Kirsh (Timothy Olyphant), who appears to be aware that something is going on with Slightly, doing anything to stop it? Let's unpack.

SEE ALSO: 'Alien: Earth' presents a continuity conundrum for the franchise What happens with Slightly in episode 4?

Wandering away from the facility to sit on a rock by himself, Slightly has an unnerving conversation with Morrow in which the latter tries to convince him to steal a Xenomorph egg.

"If that egg belongs to me and somebody takes it, how can it be wrong to take it back?" growls Morrow.

"They fixed me here, you know," says Slightly. "Like Boy Kavalier. This is my home..."

"Now you're talking about loyalty. That's a very different principle. People do all kinds of terrible things in the name of loyalty. No, if you want to do the moral thing, you'll help me get back what you stole."

Later, Morrow turns the screw even tighter by threatening to hurt Slightly's family if he doesn't do as he's told. But the question is, why doesn't Kirsh — who appears to be at least somewhat aware of Morrow's scheming — do anything to help?

Why doesn't Kirsh intervene?

We know Kirsh knows something is going on because we see him watching a recording of Slightly's interaction on the ship with Morrow, where the latter uses his robotic arm to implant something into Slightly's neck. But instead of rushing to Slightly and offering help, Kirsh settles for a crypto conversation about the "See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil" monkey statues in Slightly's room.

"If I did something evil, would you report me?" asks Kirsh. "If I hurt, or caused others to be hurt, would you do something to stop me or would you look the other way?"

Slightly eventually says that he would stand up for his friends, to which Kirsh replies, "Good."

But what, exactly, does this interaction mean?

Well, it seems that Kirsh — despite being aware that Slightly may be under Morrow's influence — wants to keep his cards close to his chest. He doesn't want Morrow to know that he knows, but at the same time, he wants to get a sense of where Slightly's loyalties lie. His question about the monkeys is basically a test to see how likely Slightly might be to go against Prodigy after everything they've done for him.

Our best guess? Kirsh will continue to keep a close eye on Slightly and use his knowledge against Morrow when he thinks the time is right.

Alien: Earth episodes land every Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET on Hulu and FX.

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SpaceX's Starship Makes It to Space and Tests Ability to Deploy Starlink v3

How-To Geek - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 02:17

After a series of setbacks, including a scrub due to weather and a problem with the launch pad, the 10th launch of Spacex's enormous rocket—Starship—went off without a hitch.

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How to watch I Know What You Did Last Summer at home: When is it streaming?

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 02:09
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How about another horror legacy sequel to round out the summer? The hook-wielding killer from the hit '90s slasher film is back to torment a new group of pretty young friends with a dark secret. The latest I Know What You Did Last Summer isn't just a reboot, though — it's a sequel with some iconic faces. The legendary Freddie Prinze Jr. and Jennifer Love Hewitt are back to tap into our collective love of '90s nostalgia and slasher films.

I Know What You Did Last Summer also stars Madelyn Cline, Chase Sui Wonders, Jonah Hauer-King, Tyriq Withers, Sarah Pidgeon, Billy Campbell, Gabbriette Bechtel, and Austin Nichols.

The sequel slash reboot hit theaters in July and is now officially available to watch at home as of Aug. 26. Here's everything you need to know to watch — including when and where it's streaming and how you can watch for less.

What is I Know What You Did Last Summer about?

Part reboot, part sequel, I Know What You Did Last Summer borrows the 1997 original's basic plot. In the fishing village of Southport, North Carolina, a group of teens accidentally kills someone and covers it up. They think they've gotten away with murder until a mysterious, hooded, fish hook-wielding stranger starts stalking them down. This time around, however, the guilty teens seek out survivors from the first film — Julie (Jennifer Love Hewitt) and Ray (Freddie Prinze Jr.) — for help.

Check out the trailer below:

Is I Know What You Did Last Summer worth watching?

Still in select theaters, the slasher legacy sequel has earned around $64 million at the global box office. While it has definitely succeeded against a reported budget of $17 million, it's struggled to find its audience compared to other legacy sequels like 28 Years Later and Final Destination: Bloodlines. The reviews are largely mediocre, as it currently holds a 37 percent critic rating and 68 percent audience rating at Rotten Tomatoes. To be fair, the original also has pretty low scores.

For what it's worth, Mashable's own reviewer had mostly good things to say about I Know What You Did Last Summer. In his review, Jason Adams cheered, "Here, Robinson's film leans into the fun of horror legacy, playing to the strengths of the '90s original and throwing curveballs at a new generation. It's all a learning process: When life stabs you, you strike a pose in your designer jeans and vintage rock tee and stab it the hell back, baby."

Read our full review of I Know What You Did Last Summer.

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As of Aug. 26, there are two ways you can watch I Know What You Did Last Summer at home: buy it or rent it on digital for as low as $19.99. However, if you wait a couple of months, it will also be available to stream on Netflix. See the details below.

Buy or rent it on digital

I Know What You Did Last Summer is available as of Aug. 26 to buy for $24.99 or rent for $19.99 at digital-on-demand retailers. Make note that if you choose to rent, you'll get 30 days to watch the film, but just 48 hours to finish it once you start. If you choose to buy it, then it's yours to keep.

Here are some quick links to rent or purchase the film:

Stream it on Netflix (at a later date)

While we don't know when I Know What You Did Last Summer will make its streaming debut yet, we do know that it will be on Netflix, given Sony Pictures' and Netflix's agreement that gives the streamer first dibs. If other recent Sony Pictures films, Heart Eyes and Paddington in Peru, are any indication, we can make an educated guess that it will land on Netflix in November.

Netflix doesn't offer free trials, nor does it allow you to share an account (unless you pay for an extra user), so you'll need your own Netflix subscription to stream I Know What You Did Last Summer. Fortunately, Netflix has a few membership tiers; all three options will grant you access.

Watching Netflix with ads is the most affordable option at $7.99 per month. If you want to eliminate ads, the price jumps up to $17.99 for a Standard subscription. Finally, there's a third tier called Netflix Premium that costs a steep $24.99 per month and will let you watch on four household devices at once (as opposed to the other plans' two devices) in 4K Ultra HD + HDR with no ads.

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T-Mobile customers on most Go5G plans, as well as Experience Beyond and Experience More plans, get ad-supported Netflix Standard for free (reg. $7.99 per month) as long as their account remains in good standing. You need to have two or more lines of any type of Go5G or Magenta plan or at least one line of Go5G Next, Go5G Plus, Magenta MAX, Experience More, or Experience Beyond.

If you're eligible, you'll have to manually activate your subscription by logging into My.T-Mobile and selecting Manage add-ons. Once there, add Netflix in the Services section and you'll be prompted to either create a Netflix account or sign in to an existing one. T-Mobile will then take care of your Netflix bill each month. Check out the terms and FAQs on the promo page.

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Why Third-Party Antivirus Isn't Needed on Windows 11

How-To Geek - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 01:00

Not so long ago, running a Windows PC without some kind of special antivirus would have all but ensured that your PC got infected with malware. Now, however, the situation is different. Microsoft has made huge improvements to the operating system, and you probably don't need to pay up for antivirus.

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9 Open-Source Apps I Install on Every New Windows PC

How-To Geek - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 00:35

Windows comes loaded with software to meet most of your needs out of the box, but if you like free and open-source projects, or if you just want alternatives, there are plenty of great options out there.

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Sony’s budget-friendly WH-CH520 wireless headphones are nearly half price at Amazon

Mashable - Wed, 08/27/2025 - 00:00

SAVE $31.99: As of Aug. 26, the Sony WH-CH520 wireless headphones are on sale for $38 at Amazon. That's down from the usual $69.99.

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Sony is one of the go-to brands for headphones, and for good reason. Sony offers advanced features and premium design, usually at a high price. But not always.

As of Aug. 26, Sony WH-CH520 wireless headphones are selling at Amazon for just $38, which means you’ll pocket a saving of $31.99 compared to the regular $69.99 list price. That’s almost half off a well-rounded headset with a mix of performance, comfort, and convenience. $38 is also the lowest price we’ve seen for these Sony headphones according to price tracker camelcamelcamel.

SEE ALSO: The best expert-tested Sony headphones for every price point

There are quite a few highlights that make the WH-CH520s one of the best Sony headphones on sale right now. One of the most eye-catching features is the battery life: up to 50 hours on a single charge. Whether you’re heading off on a weekend trip, powering through back-to-back commutes, or planning for a few long festival days, you won’t need to worry about running out of juice. And if you do, a quick charge via USB-C gives you hours of listening in minutes.

Sound quality also holds up well for the price. Sony’s EQ Custom, accessible through the Headphones Connect app, lets you fine-tune the audio to your taste. DSEE (Digital Sound Enhancement Engine) is on hand too, boosting the clarity of compressed files and making your Spotify streams feel more polished.

Comfort hasn’t been overlooked, either. The lightweight build, swivel earcups, and soft cushioned pads are designed for all-day wear, while the adjustable headband helps you find the right fit. Add a built-in microphone for crystal clear calls, and you’ve got a solid option for both work and play.

On the practical side, multipoint connection lets you switch seamlessly between two devices, while Swift Pair and Fast Pair make it easy to hook up to Windows PCs and Android phones. If you misplace them, you can even track them down using Google’s Find My Device.

At just $38, these Sony headphones offer tremendous value and are a clever choice if you’re after a dependable wireless set without breaking the bank.

If you want to see what else is out there, we’ve also put together a list of the top 10 headphones in 2025 you can buy right now — including models from Bose, Beats, and Apple. 

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