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5 PC Building Mistakes I Made That You Don’t Have To
Building a custom PC is fun. But, there are definitely some pitfalls that you could encounter when assembling your first PC. Having built numerous systems over the past decade, I’ve learned a lot of the mistakes that can be made, and now I want to tell you about them so you don’t make the same ones I did.
The Lost Bus trailer sees Matthew McConaughey and America Ferrera caught in Californias deadliest wildfire
Matthew McConaughey and America Ferrera lead The Lost Bus, a disaster film that delves into real events among the terror of the 2018 Camp Fire, California's deadliest wildfire.
Directed by Paul Greengrass (the Bourne series, Captain Phillips, United 93), the Apple TV+ film follows the true story of school bus driver Kevin McKay (McConaughey), teacher Mary Ludwig (Ferrera), and a class of 22 children, caught amid the deadly flames. Ashlie Atkinson, Yul Vazquez, and Spencer Watson also star.
As Mashable entertainment editor Kristy Puchko writes in her review, "What might have been a spectacle, channeling real-world heroism into the dynamic derring-do of an American action hero, instead becomes a rocky ride, taking turns into the maudlin one moment and the theatrically threatening the next. The result is a movie that is gripping, but only in gasps."
The Lost Bus will hit select cinemas on Sept. 19, before streaming on Apple TV+ Oct. 3.
Streaming alert: How to watch the live-action How to Train Your Dragon at home
Another beloved animated film has undergone the live-action treatment, but this time, we're pleased to say it's a gem. The tale of a boy and his adorably misunderstood beast, How to Train Your Dragon, dominated theaters this summer. Although it hasn't exactly reinvented the wheel, "the film manages to recreate the magic of the original through impeccable visual effects, faithful cinematography, and intricate production design."
Dean DeBlois is back in the writer and director's chair, and Gerard Butler reprises the role he voiced in the animated films as Viking chief Stoick the Vast. Meanwhile, Mason Thames stars as Hiccup, his awkward son.
If you missed it in theaters, the movie is officially available to watch at home, with a streaming debut on Oct. 10. Here's everything you need to know about how to watch How to Train Your Dragon (2025).
Is How to Train Your Dragon worth watching?Unlike Disney's Snow White or The Little Mermaid, the live-action remake of How to Train Your Dragon actually manages to recapture what made the original film so delightful. Critics and audiences alike loved it, giving it a 76 and 97 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. It earned $239 million domestically and $561 million worldwide, surpassing the original film's box office numbers.
Mashable's own reviewer raved about the visual effects, faithful adaptation, and strong performances. "Essentially, Toothless is magnificent in live-action. Every scale glimmers, every muscle moves, and the franchise's beloved dragon's signature expressiveness shines through every scene. Supported by a heartfelt performance from Thames, who is essentially working with a puppet, the Hiccup-Toothless friendship of all friendships is lovingly rendered," writes Mashable's Shannon Connellan.
Read our full review of How to Train Your Dragon.
How to watch How to Train Your Dragon at home Credit: Universal PicturesIt's time for audiences to revisit the Isle of Berk from their couches. There are a few different ways you can watch. You can buy it or rent it on digital for as low as $9.99, or you can stream it on Peacock. See the details below.
Buy or rent it on digitalThe film is available to buy for $19.99 or rent for $9.99 as of July 15. While saving a few bucks and opting for the rental option is tempting, just be aware that you'll only get 30 days to watch the film and just 48 hours to finish it once you start. If you choose to buy it instead, then it's yours to keep.
Here are some quick links to rent or purchase How to Train Your Dragon:
Prime Video — buy for $19.99, rent for $9.99
Apple TV — buy for $19.99, rent for $9.99
Fandango at Home — buy for $19.99, rent for $9.99
Google Play — buy for $9.99, rent for $9.99
As a Universal Pictures film, How to Train Your Dragon will make its streaming debut on Peacock, the NBCUniversal-owned streaming service, on Oct. 10, 2025.
Don't have a Peacock subscription? You can sign up for as low as $10.99 per month with ads or $16.99 per month without to prepare for live-action Toothless' streaming debut. But before you get ahead of yourself, be sure to check out the best ways to save some money on a subscription below.
The best Peacock streaming dealsBest Peacock deal: Save 17% on an annual subscription Opens in a new window Credit: Peacock Peacock Premium annual subscription $109.99 per year or $169.99 per year (save 17%) Get DealWhen Peacock isn't running any sort of special (keep an eye out around Black Friday), the best Peacock deal for most people on any given day is its annual subscription. You'll save 17% by paying upfront for the year, essentially getting 12 months of streaming for the price of 10. A monthly subscription with ads usually costs $10.99 per month (which adds up to $131.88), but paying upfront drops that price to only $109.99 (which breaks down to $9.17 per month). If you go ad-free, you'll pay $169.99 per year (which breaks down to about $14.16 per month instead of $16.99) for Premium Plus.
Best Peacock deal for Xfinity customers: free Peacock Premium for eligible accounts Opens in a new window Credit: Peacock / Xfinity Peacock Premium Free for select Xfinity customers Learn MoreAre you an Xfinity customer? Be sure to check the eligibility details below, as you might be able to score a Peacock Premium subscription for free. Here's a breakdown of who is eligible for the deal or you can head to Xfinity.com for more details.
Xfinity Internet customers who are Diamond or Platinum Xfinity Rewards members can get Peacock Premium for free by redeeming a reward for it. Sign in at xfinity.com/rewards and choose Peacock as a reward. Then, wait for your email (it may take a few hours) with instructions on activating the offer.
NOW TV customers can also receive Peacock Premium as part of their service.
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Students can sign up for a full year of Peacock Premium at a discounted rate of $2.99 per month instead of $10.99. That's a total of just $35.88 for the year, saving you $96. Just verify your student status via SheerID and retrieve the unique promo code to unlock the savings. Just note that it can only be used once, and after the promo year is up, you'll be charged full price again.
Best for first responders, medical professionals, military, and teachers: Save $7/month Opens in a new window Credit: Peacock Peacock Premium for First Responders and Medical Professionals $3.99 per month (save $7/month) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Peacock Peacock Premium for Military $3.99 per month (save $7/month) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Peacock Peacock Premium for Teachers $3.99/month (save $7/month) Get DealFirst responders, medical professionals, military personnel, and teachers can all get a Peacock Premium subscription (with ads) at a discounted rate of $3.99 per month by verifying their professional status via SheerID. Unlike the student deal, however, it's not limited to a year. If you continue to meet verification qualifications each year, you can renew your subscription at the discounted rate — although you may have to go through the verification process each time and receive a new promo code.
Best for Instacart users: free Peacock Premium for Instacart+ subscribers Opens in a new window Credit: Instacart / Peacock Peacock Premium annual subscription Free for Instacart+ subscribers (save $109.99/year) Get DealBy signing up for Instacart+ for $99.99 per year, you'll unlock a free Peacock Premium subscription. That's on top of free grocery delivery, lower fees, and credit back on eligible pickup orders. That's a $109.99 per year value tacked on to your Instacart+ subscription for free. Oh and here's a pro tip: if you're new to Instacart+, you'll get a free two-week trial to test the waters. If you wait until the streaming release of How to Train Your Dragon, you could even watch it for free during the trial period.
Best for Mastercard holders: Get up to $5 back per month Opens in a new window Credit: Peacock / Mastercard Peacock Premium Get $3 or $5 cashback per month with World or World Elite Mastercard Get DealThrough the end of 2025, when you sign up for Peacock using an eligible World or World Elite Mastercard, you'll automatically receive a monthly statement credit of $3 for Peacock Premium or $5 for Peacock Premium Plus. That ultimately drops the price of the Premium tier down to just $7.99 (its former price before the most recent price hike) and Premium Plus down to $11.99 per month. Learn more about eligibility requirements on the promotional page.
Best for Walmart shoppers: free Peacock Premium for Walmart+ members Opens in a new window Credit: Walmart+ Walmart+ subscription $98 per year (free Peacock Premium) Get DealWalmart+ members now have the option to choose Peacock Premium as a free perk with their subscription. Since a Walmart+ membership is just $98 per year, it's already $11.99 cheaper than paying for Peacock Premium on its own. Add in the other perks like free shipping (with no order minimums), fuel discounts, a Scan & Go checkout tool, and early access to deals during Walmart's Black Friday sale and other major shopping events, and it's the full package. Amazon Prime, who?
UPDATE: Sep. 18, 2025, 5:00 p.m. EDT This article has been updated with the latest streaming details for How to Train Your Dragon, as well as the latest pricing information for Peacock.
Despite awkward demos, Meta Ray-Ban Display early testers say its the real deal
You may have heard that Meta announced some high-tech smart glasses this week. You also may have seen a viral demo video featuring Mark Zuckerberg where the product didn't work at all. Like, at all. The good news is that's apparently not always the case.
The two major differentiators between these glasses and the other Meta Ray-Ban specs is that there's now a built-in display, and it comes with a fancy, futuristic wristband that lets you use hand gestures to navigate around apps on said display. Some members of the tech press got hands-on sessions with the new Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses, which retail for a whopping $799.
Spoiler alert: Apparently, these smart AR glasses are the real deal.
SEE ALSO: Watch the Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses fail in Mark Zuckerberg's painful live demo Meta Ray-Ban Display: What hands-on testers had to sayLet's start with Mike Prospero of Tom's Guide. Prospero compared the Ray-Ban Display glasses to other competitors with built-in displays, and one of the bigger things that stood out to him was that the display required no tweaking or tinkering to make it look right.
"I've used smart glasses and goggles with built-in displays before, and they've all been so-so: You have to position the glasses just right, or make minute adjustments, or else you can't see anything," Prospero wrote. "Not so with the Ray-Ban Display: The screen was front and center from the moment I put the glasses on my face, no fussin' or mussin' needed."
Ray-Ban Display comes with a 600x600, 90Hz display in the right lens with a peak brightness of 5,000 nits, which should make it usable in most conditions. Michael L. Hicks of Android Central said the brightness was adequate, claiming he never had issues with readability or anything like that. Perhaps most importantly, Hicks also said other people can't see what you're doing from the outside looking in.
"With Meta Ray-Ban Display, I got up close to Meta's engineer wearing a second pair, looked from various angles, and couldn't see any light leakage," Hicks wrote. "That ensures privacy: you can glance at messages or videos without it being obvious (or rude) to people nearby."
Looking very cool, sir! Credit: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images SEE ALSO: Xreal's futuristic AR glasses are finally available at Amazon and Best BuyIt sounds like these were very brief and cursory demo sessions lasting about 15 minutes, so there are lots of features and other aspects of the Ray-Ban Display that will have to wait until the device is out for further analysis. That said, the last thing everyone surely wants to know about is the Neural Band, a wrist-worn control mechanism for the glasses. It uses hand gestures for navigational control, which could be iffy if not done properly.
According to Gizmodo's James Pero, the controls feel "like a bit of magic" when they work, but it sounds like it's not perfect just yet.
"Personally, I still had some variability on inputs—you may have to try to input something once or twice before it registers—but I would say that it works well most of the time (at least much better than you’d expect for a literal first-of-its-kind device)," Pero wrote. "I suspect the experience will only get more fluid over time, though, and even better once you really train yourself to navigate the UI properly."
The last thing from these hands-on pieces that's worth mentioning here is live voice transcription for in-person conversations. According to Pero and others, this works well and could eventually be used for live translation across languages in the future. However, Pero had mixed results when it came to the glasses transcribing one person's speech while others were speaking nearby.
"While the transcription focused mostly on the person I was looking at, it still picked up stray words here and there," Pero wrote. "This feels like a bit of an inevitability in loud scenarios, but who knows? Maybe beamforming and AI can fill in the gaps."
Meta's Ray-Ban Display glasses go on sale on Sept. 30 for $799.
Here’s how to try Google’s hot new Nano Banana image generator
Google launched the Nano Banana image generator in late August, and it's been building momentum through word of mouth ever since. The new model, officially dubbed Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, actually shot to the top of the LMArena AI leaderboard under its Nano Banana code name before Google officially rolled it out in its Gemini AI chatbot and app.
Users have been so excited to try Nano Banana that Gemini now tops the App Store charts, and it’s not far behind on Google Play. Why is there so much interest in this generative AI image model?
Nano Banana is a solid image maker (though not the best AI image generator, according to our tests); however, it really shines as an AI image editor. Using natural language commands, you can tell Gemini exactly how to edit your image. This isn’t exactly new, as Gemini has been able to do this for months, but Nano Banana adds additional functionality. For instance, you can upload multiple images and have Gemini combine them into a single image. You can also upload a photo of yourself, and using Nano Banana, have Gemini generate headshots, sports cards, or add new details to your original photo.
Left: Google provided this example when announcing Nano Banana. Credit: Google Right: Credit: Google Left: Our tech editor provided these before and after photos after giving Nano Banana a shot. Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable Right: Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / MashableIn any case, it's an impressive image editor (and generator), and here’s how you can use it.
How to use Google Nano BananaThe easiest way for people on a computer to play with Nano Banana is to head to Google AI Studio.
Google AI Studio is the company's free playground for users who want to try its latest AI tools. (It's a great way to try AI tools before Google locks them behind a paywall.) To get started, simply log into (or create) your Google account and then opt in to Google AI Studio. If you're already signed up for Google AI Studio, you can go straight in and start uploading, generating, and editing images.
On mobile, it’s similarly simple. Download the Google Gemini app on Android or iOS. Once you've logged in, open the app and start a new chat. Look for the option to Create Image with a banana icon. Tap that and start entering prompts or upload an image of your own.
Please note: If you're having trouble accessing Nano Banana, then you may need to sign in to your Google account and/or sign up for Google AI Studio first.
Those are the two easiest methods if you want to try Nano Banana right now. Per Google, the free version has a limited number of uses “for testing purposes” before you have to sign up for a Google AI Pro membership (a free trial is available), so make your usage count. You can also access Nano Banana in the browser version of Gemini or test it against other models at LMAerna
How to generate an image with Nano BananaGenerating an image in Nano Banana is the same as generating an image on any other image generator. You type in your request and allow the AI to do its thing. Here's how to get started:
Google AI Studio Credit: Joe HindyGo to Google AI Studio (or Gemini).
Select the Try Nano Banana option.
In the given text box, type in your prompt.
Once done, hit Run.
After some time, Nano Banana will generate the image you requested.
Enter additional prompts to edit or alter the image.
Open the Google Gemini app
On the first screen that loads, you should see the option to Create Image with a banana icon. Tap it or hit the + icon and upload an image of your own.
In the text box, type your prompt.
Once done, hit the send button.
Again, Nano Banana will take some time and then generate the image you wanted.
In testing, images tended to generate in about 10 to 15 seconds, depending on the prompt. If you're not getting the type of results you imagined, try altering your prompt.
How to edit images with Nano BananaThis is pretty much the same process, but with one extra step where you upload the media that you want Nano Banana to edit.
Google AI StudioLoad into Nano Banana using the above instructions.
This time, tap the plus button on the right side of the text box.
You can choose where to source your media from. Your options are Google Drive, uploading a file, taking a photo with your webcam, and using a piece of sample media.
Once you select your image, it will upload to Nano Banana.
From here, you can ask Nano Banana to edit or alter the image how you choose using the text box to type in your prompts.
Again, follow the above steps to open a chat to create images.
Hit the plus button in the bottom left corner.
You can choose where to source your media. Your options include your camera (taking a picture), the gallery, the file browser, and Google Drive.
Once you select your image(s), they will upload in the chat window.
Type what you want Nano Banana to do with your image(s) and the AI will do its best to comply.
During testing, I found this process to be hit or miss. You have to be very specific about what you want it to do if you want to combine two images into one.
How to get the best results with Nano Banana: Be specific Credit: Joe HindyFor the most part, Nano Banana worked quite well. However, it does have its limitations. For example, I had it transpose my hand holding BBQ spice rub into a picture of a backyard bonfire. It did so with beautiful results. However, I asked it to darken my hand to match the lighting, and Nano Banana simply didn’t do it, showing me the same image again. So, if you give it a try, make sure to make your prompts as specific as possible to avoid mixups, and it’s otherwise a lot of fun to play with.
Google also has documentation for making the most of Nano Banana.
To get the best results, Google also recommends being specific and descriptive: "Describe the scene, don't just list keywords. The model's core strength is its deep language understanding. A narrative, descriptive paragraph will almost always produce a better, more coherent image than a list of disconnected words."
For instance, if you're hoping to generate photorealistic images, then be sure to use lots of terms related to photography, such as specific camera angles, lens or film types, and lighting ideas.
KDE Plasma 6.5 Beta Is Here, and I'm Excited
The KDE Plasma version 6.5 just got released in beta, and it's bringing some exciting upgrades to the popular open source desktop environment for Linux and BSD operating systems. Dark mode switching, KRunner, and the clipboard manager are among the features seeing improvements.
I Tried Typing on Two Keyboards at Once for a Week, Here’s How It Went
Many of us mechanical keyboard enthusiasts have more than one keyboard—collecting comes with the hobby. As I was staring at my two mechanical keyboards the other day, an idea popped into my head: what would happen if I used both of them simultaneously?
Don’t Buy an Expensive AMD Motherboard, Buy One of These Instead
AMD motherboards based on the AM5 socket are quite pricey on average. There are numerous models priced above $300, with many costing more than $400. On one hand, that’s somewhat understandable considering the features (PCIe 5.0, USB4, Wi-Fi 7), but on the other, AM5 boards sure are expensive.
FTC sues Live Nation for failing to stop Ticketmaster scalpers
Music industry titan Live Nation — and its subsidiary Ticketmaster — are facing the wrath of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), with the government agency and seven states filing a lawsuit alleging the company engages in “illegal” ticket resale practices.
The filing accuses the company of failing to curb large-scale ticket resale operations, automatic bots, and purchase limits, "tacitly" working with scalpers to "unlawfully" turn tickets for a profit. Music fans have been complaining about this problem for years, but it's just the tip of an iceberg, concealing an underground economy of individual scalpers, reseller networks, and hackers.
The FTC says that Ticketmaster — which has been accused of holding a monopoly on digital ticket marketplaces through its parent Live Nation — has been “triple dipping” its profits by collecting fees from brokers on the primary market, brokers on the secondary market, and concert goers, CNBC reported. The complaint calculates that consumers have paid around $16 billion in fees because of this system, and have violated the 2016 Better Online Ticket Sales (BOTS) Act.
SEE ALSO: LimeWire says it bought Fyre Festival, asks obvious question"A senior Ticketmaster executive admitted in an internal email that copied Live Nation leadership, that the companies 'turn a blind eye as a matter of policy' to brokers’ violations of posted ticket limits," the FTC wrote in a statement. "For example, an internal review showed that just five brokers controlled 6,345 Ticketmaster accounts and possessed 246,407 concert tickets to 2,594 events." Ticketmaster uses a system for brokers, TradeDesk, that should monitor high volume ticket buyers and be able to track those who exceed purchase limits and hold numerous accounts.
In addition, the FTC says the company has been falsely advertising ticket costs by listing prices that were lower than the total after fees and markups, a violation of the FTC Act.
Over the last year, Live Nation has been under close scrutiny by entertainment leaders and federal regulators, including an anti-trust investigation by the U.S. Justice Department in 2024. Celebrities have also lashed out against the corporation, including Taylor Swift, as fans have dealt with fluctuating ticket prices (known as "dynamic pricing"), excessively long queues, and bots programmed by resellers to quickly snatch up available tickets. A Minnesota bill regulating online ticket sales and prohibiting bots went into effect earlier this year.
Your Samsung Fridge ls Also Getting Ads Soon
You have ads on your phone, your TV, your computer, and pretty much every electronic in your house. Now, Samsung wants to make your kitchen into free ad real estate, too.
Anker’s Recalled Batteries Caused Fires and 'Substantial Property Damage'
With how popular portable battery packs are, when a bunch of packs suddenly start catching fire, it's a pretty big deal. In June, Anker announced a recall on over a million battery packs, then added five more models to the list a few weeks later "out of an abundance of caution." After further investigation, some of these certainly carry a risk, so this is your reminder to dispose of and replace any affected units.
This Corsair Mouse Weighs Only 36 Grams
Corsair makes a lot of different PC gaming hardware, light and heavy. This mouse that the company has just released is so light, it might actually be too light for many of you.
Maximizing Value and Avoiding Regret in Your Car Purchase: Top Things to Consider
Arguably, one of the biggest purchases you will make in your life will be acquiring a car. The decision is overshadowed by factors that one may or may not be too cognizant of. New car prices are reaching all-time highs, and every possible hurdle is hitting the average costs across the board. Tariff impacts affecting all manufacturers are a present danger, but higher interest rates go further to complicate things, affecting not just finance arrangements but manufacturers who need to import raw materials and components used in the manufacturing process. It's a dire time.
How to watch Newcastle vs. Barcelona online for free
TL;DR: Live stream Newcastle vs. Barcelona in the Champions League for free on RTÉ Player. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The first round of Champions League group stage games has already delivered some incredible performances and huge amounts of drama, and we're hoping for more of the same from the final batch of fixtures. There are a number of really interesting matchups, but Newcastle vs. Barcelona is probably the biggest game on the schedule. Can Eddie Howe's team deny the talents of Barça?
If you want to watch Newcastle vs. Barcelona in the Champions League from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Newcastle vs. Barcelona?Newcastle vs. Barcelona in the Champions League kicks off at 8 p.m. BST on Sept. 18. This fixture takes place at St. James's Park.
How to watch Newcastle vs. Barcelona for freeNewcastle vs. Barcelona is available to live stream for free on RTÉ Player.
RTÉ Player is geo-restricted to Ireland, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Ireland, meaning you can unblock RTÉ Player to stream the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Newcastle vs. Barcelona for free by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in Ireland
Visit RTÉ Player
Watch Newcastle vs. Barcelona for free from anywhere in the world
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of the Champions League without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Newcastle vs. Barcelona (plus more Champions League fixtures) before recovering your investment.
What is the best VPN for RTÉ Player?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on RTÉ Player, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including Ireland
Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more
Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure
Fast connection speeds free from throttling
Up to eight simultaneous connections
30-day money-back guarantee
A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% 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 $12.95 (with money-back guarantee).
Live stream Newcastle vs. Barcelona in the Champions League for free with ExpressVPN.
Get a MagSafe Cable for 29% Off Today
Today, you can grab a MagSafe Charger for your iPhone or AirPods for a surprisingly low price of just $35 on Amazon. This is a big 29% discount from its normal price of $49. This is the lowest price so far for the MagSafe Charger, which is a great deal considering its impressive 25W fast-charging.
How to watch Man City vs. Napoli online for free
TL;DR: Live stream Man City vs. Napoli in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
Man City vs. Napoli is one of the most interesting matchups in the first round of Champions League fixtures. Man City have made an inconsistent start to the season, and face a tough test against Antonio Conte's side. We're expecting a close contest between two talented teams, with all eyes on Kevin De Bruyne's return to Manchester.
If you want to watch Man City vs. Napoli in the Champions League from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Man City vs. Napoli?Man City vs. Napoli in the Champions League kicks off at 8 p.m. BST on Sept. 18. This fixture takes place at the Etihad Stadium.
How to watch Man City vs. Napoli for freeMan City vs. Napoli is available to live stream for free on Virgin Media Player.
Virgin Media Player is geo-restricted to Ireland, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Ireland, meaning you can unblock Virgin Media Player to stream the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Man City vs. Napoli for free by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in Ireland
Visit Virgin Media Player
Watch Man City vs. Napoli for free from anywhere in the world
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of the Champions League without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Man City vs. Napoli (plus more Champions League fixtures) before recovering your investment.
What is the best VPN for Virgin Media Player?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on Virgin Media Player, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including Ireland
Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more
Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure
Fast connection speeds free from throttling
Up to eight simultaneous connections
30-day money-back guarantee
A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% 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 $12.95 (with money-back guarantee).
Live stream Man City vs. Napoli in the Champions League for free with ExpressVPN.
Queens of the Dead trailer: Its a drag queen zombie apocalypse!
Ever watched a zombie movie and thought, this could use more drag queens? Then IFC's upcoming queer horror comedy Queens of the Dead should be right up your alley.
The film is the debut feature from director Tina Romero, who's the daughter of Night of the Living Dead director (and all-around zombie royalty) George A. Romero. Tina Romero co-wrote the film with Erin Judge.
SEE ALSO: 2025 fall movie preview: Every upcoming film you ought to know aboutQueens of the Dead stars Katy O'Brian (Love Lies Bleeding) as Dre, a DJ and drag producer looking to throw an epic Bushwick warehouse party, the kind people would die to attend. But that sentiment gets all too literal when actual zombies show up to wreak havoc on the party's combination of drag queens and club kids. Can Dre and her friends survive the zombie apocalypse?
In addition to O'Brian, the Queens of the Dead cast is a who's-who of queer film and TV. Co-stars include Margaret Cho, Tony nominee and Mean Girls scene-stealer Jaquel Spivey, I Saw the TV Glow's Jack Haven, Fire Island's Tomás Matos, RuPaul's Drag Race alum Nina West, and Pose's Dominique Jackson.
Check out the full trailer above to get a taste of the glittery carnage and zombie slaying Queens of the Dead has to offer. (I'm particularly excited to watch Cho take down zombies with a drill.) The film had its world premiere at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival, where it won the Audience Award for Best Narrative Feature.
Acers 49-inch EI1 curved monitor is down to its best price since 2024
SAVE $260: As of Sept. 18, the Acer 49-inch EI1 curved gaming monitor is on sale for $799.99 at Amazon. That's 25% in savings and its best price since last year.
Opens in a new window Credit: Acer Acer 49-inch EI1 curved gaming monitor $799.99 at Amazon$1,059.99 Save $260 Get Deal
A good monitor can make or break your viewing experience. If your current setup is feeling lifeless and dull, it's probably time for an upgrade. And it happens to be a great time, as this huge curved gaming monitor from Acer is down to its best price all year.
As of Sept. 18, you can get the Acer 49-inch EI1 curved gaming monitor for only $799.99 at Amazon. That's 25% or $260 off its list price and its lowest price since July 2024.
Curved monitors are a great way to make a display even wider without forcing you to scoot back. They make everything from games to movies feel more immersive and help to block out distractions. And with 49 inches of screen surrounding you, you'll actually feel like a part of the experience with the Acer EI1.
While it's labeled a gaming monitor, the refresh rate is actually pretty low at 120Hz. So this monitor won't be the best choice for heavy gamers. If you're a new gamer looking to try curved monitors without spending a fortune, this could be a solid option. Or, if you're a casual gamer who also uses your monitor for streaming movies or graphic design work, it's a good pick.
Other features include VESA DisplayHDR 400, DCI-P3 94% color gamut technology, two Display Ports, two HDMI ports, tilt, swivel, and height adjustments, and AMD FreeSync Premium.
Usually over $1,000, we recommend snagging this limited time 25% off deal on the Acer 49-inch EI1 curved monitor if you're in the market. Just imagine how epic all of your favorite horror flicks will be this spooky season with a giant monitor that wraps around you.
Your Samsung smart fridge may have ads on it now, because of course it does
As if our collective lives weren't sardine-packed enough with ads, Samsung is now planning to force advertisements onto refrigerators. Corporate dystopia, right in your kitchen!
A software update for Samsung’s Family Hub smart refrigerators will bring ads to some customers' screens in the U.S., but don't worry, that's a good thing, at least according to Samsung. The company said it's part of a new pilot program that would "strengthen the value" of owning a Samsung smart fridge.
Here's a statement from Samsung on the ads, according to Android Authority.
"Samsung is committed to innovation and enhancing every day value for our home appliance customers. As part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen that value, we are conducting a pilot program to offer promotions and curated advertisements on certain Samsung Family Hub refrigerator models in the U.S. market.
As a part of this pilot program, Family Hub refrigerators in the U.S. will receive an over-the-network (OTN) software update with Terms of Service (T&C) and Privacy Notice (PN). Advertising will appear on certain Family Hub refrigerator Cover Screens. The Cover Screen appears when a Family Hub screen is idle. Ad design format may change depending on Family Hub personalization options for the Cover Screen, and advertising will not appear when Cover Screen displays Art Mode or picture albums.
Advertisements can be dismissed on the Cover Screens where ads are shown, meaning that specific ads will not appear again during the campaign period."
There doesn't appear to be a way to shut off ads altogether on the Family Hub fridges. You can, however, seemingly dismiss any ad you don't want to see again or activate Art Mode.
Samsung smart refrigerators, part of the company's Bespoke line of fancy appliances, already run you from around $1,800 to $3,500, so the addition of advertisements to an otherwise luxury product is odd.
Considering how many electronic devices now come with screens, it's not necessarily surprising when those screens become populated with ads. But it does feel quite dystopian that reaching for a midnight snack now comes with a side of brand placement, whether you like it or not.
LimeWire says it bought Fyre Festival, asks obvious question
"What could possibly go wrong?"
That's the question posed by LimeWire, the file-sharing service turned NFT marketplace turned file-sharing service once again, after announcing that it has acquired the infamous Fyre Festival.
According to a press release from LimeWire this week, the company has purchased the Fyre Festival brand after becoming the winning bidder in a "competitive bidding process" that included actor Ryan Reynolds' creative agency Maximum Effort.
“Fyre became a symbol of hype gone wrong, but it also made history,” said CEO of LimeWire Julian Zehetmayr in the press release. “We’re not bringing the festival back — we’re bringing the brand and the meme back to life. This time with real experiences, and without the cheese sandwiches.”
Fyre Festival was a 2017 music festival created by Billy McFarland, the founder and CEO of Fyre Media, and rapper Ja Rule. The event was supposed to be a high-end experience, with tickets priced from $500 to as much as $12,000.
However, the Fyre Festival quickly went viral as attendees shared their horrific experiences. The event was poorly organized, many music acts advertised to perform did not show up, and the promised "gourmet food" turned out to be cheese sandwiches.
Fyre Festival was a failure but somehow, thanks to the internet, succeeded as a meme. And LimeWire appears to be leaning in on that.
“We’re not here to repeat the mistakes — we’re here to own the meme and do it right" said LimeWire COO Marcus Feistl in the release. "Fyre became a symbol of everything that can go wrong. Now it’s our chance to show what happens when you pair cultural relevance with real execution."
LimeWire says it plans on creating real-life experiences for the "reimagined vision for Fyre" that are "bold, self-aware, and impossible to ignore" under the Fyre Festival name. The company has even set up a website, https://fyrefestival.link, where those who are interested can join a waitlist for more information.
It seems fitting that LimeWire acquired Fyre Festival as the brand went through a similar "reimagining." Founded in 2000, LimeWire was best known as a peer-to-peer file sharing service like Napster before shutting down in 2010 following court battles with the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
The LimeWire brand was then revived in 2022 as an NFT marketplace by a pair of Austrian entrepreneurs without any ties to the original service. As of publication, LimeWire's website shows that the company is looking to pivot back to a file-sharing service. The site advertises a cryptocurrency token connected to the service as well.
“Congrats to LimeWire for their winning bid for Fyre Fest. I look forward to attending their first event but will be bringing my own palette of water,” Ryan Reynolds said in a statement included in the LimeWire press release.
