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While many people are wondering if the Philadelphia Eagles can finally knock off the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, you may be asking how to watch it. Thankfully, it's very easy to watch the 2025 edition of the big game.

Since the first-generation Tesla Model 3 was discontinued in late 2023, all that remains is the used market. So if you're shopping for a used Model 3, here's what you need to know and what you should expect to pay.

Hackers have discovered a new way to remotely take control of your computer — all through the Google Chrome web browser.

A report from cybersecurity company SquareX lays out the new multifaceted cyberattack, which the firm has dubbed "browser syncjacking."

Chrome profile takeover

At the core of the attack is a social engineering element, as the malicious actor first must convince the user to download a Chrome extension. The Chrome extension is usually disguised as a helpful tool that can be downloaded via the official Chrome Store. It requires minimal permissions, further cementing its perceived legitimacy to the user. According to SquareX, the extension actually does usually work as advertised, in order to further disguise the source of the attack from the user.

Meanwhile, secretly in the background, the Chrome extension connects itself to a managed Google Workspace profile that the attacker has set up in advance. With the user now unknowingly signed into a managed profile, the attacker sends the user to a legitimate Google support page which is injected with modified content through the Chrome extension, telling the user they need to sync their profile.

When the user agrees to the sync, they unwittingly send all their local browser data, such as saved passwords, browsing history, and autofill information, to the hacker's managed profile. The hacker can then sign into this managed profile on their own device and access all that sensitive information.

Chrome browser takeover

The attack up to this point already provides the hacker with enough material to commit fraud and other illicit activities. However, browser syncjacking provides the hacker with the capability to go even further.

Using the teleconferencing platform Zoom as an example, SquareX explains that using the malicious Chrome extension, the attacker can send the victim to an official yet modified Zoom webpage that urges the user to install an update. However, the Zoom download that's provided is actually an executable file that installs a Chrome browser enrollment token from the hacker's Google Workspace.

After this occurs, the hacker then has access to additional capabilities and can gain access to the user's Google Drive, clipboard, emails, and more.

Device takeover

The browser syncjacking attack doesn't stop there. The hacker can take one further step in order to not just take over the victim's Chrome profile and Chrome browser, but also their entire device.

Through that same illicit download, such as the previously used Zoom update installer example, the attacker can inject a "registry entry to message native apps" by weaponizing Chrome’s Native Messaging protocol. By doing this, the attacker basically sets up a connection "between the malicious extension and the local binary." Basically, it creates a flow of information between the hacker's Chrome extension and your computer. Using this, the hacker can send commands to your device.

What can the hacker do from here? Pretty much anything they want. The attacker will have full access to the user's computer files and settings. They can create backdoors into the system. They can steal data such as passwords, cryptocurrency wallets, cookies, and more. In addition, they can track the user by controlling their webcam, take screenshots, record audio, and monitor everything input into the device.

As you can see, browser syncjacking is nearly completely unrecognizable as an attack to most users. For now, the most important thing you can do to protect yourself from such a cyberattack is to be aware of what you download and only install trusted Chrome extensions.

OpenAI's ChatGPT web search feature is now available for everyone, even those without an account.

On Wednesday, OpenAI posted on social media platform X to announce that the ChatGPT search feature had officially been rolled out to all users without the need to sign up or log in.

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The ChatGPT web search feature launched in late October last year. It is integrated directly into OpenAI's ChatGPT AI chatbot at chatgpt.com. 

Users simply click the search button to use the search function. ChatGPT then answers their query in a typical conversational AI chatbot fashion. However, ChatGPT also includes relevant information from the Internet, including photos and links citing where it sourced its information. The links are presented in a search engine-esque way.

SEE ALSO: OpenAI launches 'deep research' AI agent for ChatGPT

When the search feature initially launched, it was only available to paying ChatGPT subscribers. In December of last year, OpenAI rolled out ChatGPT search to all users who were already logged into an account. Now, anyone can use ChatGPT search without an account.

A recent report from search engine optimization company Semrush found that while Google still has billions more search users than ChatGPT,  OpenAI's chatbot product was starting to send more and more search traffic to third-party websites.

It will be interesting to observe how users change their online search habits as new options, such as ChatGPT search, become more widely available.

The Google Gemini app now includes a reasoning model that shows its "thought process."

On Wednesday, the tech giant announced the availability of Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental on Gemini's desktop and mobile versions. In addition to making its reasoning model, 2.0 Flash Thinking, more accessible to users, Google shared other announcements related to the Gemini family: the launch of Gemini 2.0 Pro, expanded access to Gemini 2.0 Flash in AI Studio and Vertex AI, and a low-cost model called Flash-Lite.

SEE ALSO: Google deletes policy against using AI for weapons or surveillance Tweet may have been deleted

Over at Google, it looks like business as usual, as the company stays on the course of advancing its AI strategy of incrementally adding more capabilities to its Gemini family. But the introduction of Gemini 2.0 Flash-Lite is interesting timing given DeepSeek's disruption last week. DeepSeek spooked the AI industry with its R1 model that's just as capable as competitor models, but made for a fraction of the cost, upending beliefs that more money equals better models.

Google has previously released a cost-efficient model called 1.5 Flash, and CEO Sundar Pichai downplayed DeepSeek's impact on Google in its Q4 2024 earnings call on Tuesday, saying, "For us, it's always been obvious" that models could become more cost-efficient over time. That said, Google plans to spend $75 billion in capital expenditure, which is a huge uptick from $32.3 billion in 2023.

Google's announcements today seem to cover all the bases of AI development: reasoning models, advanced models, and low-cost models.

Announced in December, 2.0 Flash Thinking rivals OpenAI's o1 and o3-mini reasoning models in that it's capable of working through more complex problems and showing how it reasons through them. Previously, it debuted in AI Studio but now has broad availability in experimental mode as a dropdown option in the Gemini app.

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There's also a version that integrates with YouTube, Google Maps, and Google Search. With this version, the model might opt to search the web for answers, pull up relevant YouTube links, or query Google Maps instead of relying solely on its own training data.

For example, if you ask 2.0 Flash Thinking without app integration, "How long would it take to walk to China?" it would rely on its own knowledge base to reason through the vagueness and various factors involved. But in the version with the aforementioned apps, it immediately goes to Google Maps for answers (as laid out in its "thinking.")

The Gemini 2.0 Pro release is the most noteworthy announcement in terms of technical advancement. According to Google, 2.0 Pro is its most capable model, best for coding and handling complex tasks (not to be confused with 2.0 Flash Thinking, which can also handle complex problems but shows its work.) Gemini 2.0 Pro is available as an experimental version to Gemini Advanced subscribers and in AI Studio and Vertex AI.

Gemini 2.0 Flash-Lite has a 1 million token context window and multimodal input and runs at the same speed and price as the earlier 1.5 Flash version, so it packs a punch for its size. Flash-Lite is available in preview mode on AI Studio and Vertex AI.

Microsoft is updating the Microsoft Store to change how games are installed on Windows 11. This update gives players more control over how much of a game they want to install, especially for games with large files.

TL;DR: Live stream Real Estelí vs. Tigres UANL in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free on Tubi. Access this free streaming service from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

There are number of really interesting first-round matchups in the 2025 Concacaf Champions Cup, including Real Estelí vs. Tigres UANL. The Nicaraguan side aren't expected to take anything from this opening leg, but you never know. They could upset the odds.

If you want to watch Real Estelí vs. Tigres UANL in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Real Estelí vs. Tigres UANL?

Real Estelí vs. Tigres UANL in the Concacaf Champions Cup kicks off at 10 p.m. ET on Feb. 5. This fixture takes place at the Estadio Independencia.

How to watch Real Estelí vs. Tigres UANL for free

Real Estelí vs. Tigres UANL in the Concacaf Champions Cup is available to live stream for free on Tubi.

Tubi is the exclusive home of the Concacaf Champions Cup in Mexico, but anyone can access these free live streams with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Mexico, meaning you can unblock free live streams of the Concacaf Champions Cup from anywhere in the world.

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What is the best VPN for Tubi?

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TL;DR: Live stream Forge vs. Monterrey in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free on Tubi. Access this free streaming service from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The first round of the Concacaf Champions Cup showcases some really interesting matchups, including Forge vs. Monterrey. The Hamilton side is hosting this first-leg fixture, and they'll be hoping for an upset.

If you want to watch Forge vs. Monterrey in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Forge vs. Monterrey?

Forge vs. Monterrey in the Concacaf Champions Cup kicks off at 8 p.m. ET on Feb. 5. This fixture takes place at Tim Hortons Field.

How to watch Forge vs. Monterrey for free

Forge vs. Monterrey in the Concacaf Champions Cup is available to live stream for free on Tubi.

Tubi is the exclusive home of the Concacaf Champions Cup in Mexico, but anyone can access these free live streams with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Mexico, meaning you can unblock free live streams of the Concacaf Champions Cup from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Forge vs. Monterrey by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in Mexico

4. Visit Tubi

5. Live stream Forge vs. Monterrey for free

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Forge vs. Monterrey in the Concacaf Champions Cup without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream select Concacaf Champions Cup fixtures before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for Tubi?

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

• Servers in 105 countries including Mexico

• 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 also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

Live stream Forge vs. Monterrey in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free with ExpressVPN.

Whiskey stones, funny T-shirts, and cheap cologne — these might be classic man gifts, but unique gifts for men, they are not. The special guys in your life deserve better. While searching for the perfect gift, you may have learned the hard way that finding unique gifts for men isn’t always such a simple task, especially if they have more eclectic, off-the-beaten-path tastes. To find the perfect present for these types of guys — whether they’re your dad, brother, best friend, boyfriend , or husband — you’ll need to do some creative thinking and get something they would have never thought of buying for themselves. For Christmas, birthday gifts, Valentine's Day, and anniversary gifts, these are our picks for the most unique and interesting gift ideas for your favorite guy.

The much-hyped Apple Intelligence features have been a bit disappointing so far. While the features work mostly as intended, they often have little use on a daily basis. Fortunately, Siri with ChatGPT introduces some new practical uses that weren't possible with the old version.

Netflix has a huge catalog of shows and movies, with content suitable for adults and kids. As a parent, you want to be sure that if your kids are watching Netflix, they're not accessing content that isn't suitable for them.

SAVE $250: As of Feb. 5, get the Samsung Music Frame for $149.99, down from its usual price of $399.99. That's a discount of 63%.

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You might not have heard of it before, but the Samsung Music Frame is a smart speaker that doubles as a photo frame that you can customize to your liking. And it's on sale today at Woot so you can grab one and add it to your home ASAP.

As of Feb. 5, get the Samsung Music Frame for $149.99, down from its usual price of $399.99, at Woot. That's $250 off and a discount of 63%.

SEE ALSO: The best smart speakers in 2025

This smart speaker and frame has space for a photo that you can swap in and out like a regular photo frame, but you can change out its bezel color and play music from it. It holds photos that are 10" x 8" or 8" x 8" on the front panel, so you've got options to show off your favorite photo or piece of art.

It's compatible with Dolby Atmos, syncs up with your Samsung TV and speakers, and has the ability to stream music wirelessly with WiFi or Bluetooth-enabled devices. So if you want to use it to listen to a podcast or play your Spotify playlist, you can do that as well.

This is a fun little frame with a powerful speaker that's great for any living space. And at this price, it makes a great gift, too.

You can't upgrade a Mac after you've bought it, so it's important to work out which model and spec you need before you reach for your credit card. Here's how to make sure you buy the right Mac.

Visible on both Google Earth and Google Maps, the updated satellite images of Gaza show destruction mostly in the area around the Beit Hanoun neighborhood in the north. Though recently added, the images date back to October and November 2023, meaning Google still doesn't have current satellite mapping of Gaza.

The lack of up-to-date visuals on Google Earth is not unique to views of Gaza. From war-torn countries such as Ukraine to the central parts of busy mega cities like New York and London, satellite imagery is usually around two years old. Still, satellite companies have reportedly been delaying the release of their images from Gaza, with a Semafor investigation from late 2024 describing restricted access to visuals of the Gaza Strip from satellite imagery company Planet Labs, which supplies Google.

Up until 2020, the 1997 Kyl-Bingaman Amendment to the U.S. National Defense Authorization Act restricted American companies from publishing satellite images from over Israel and occupied Palestine with resolution higher than two meters per pixel. In June 2020, the U.S. Commercial Remote Sensing Regulatory Affairs Office began allowing commercial satellite companies to produce higher quality images, but the current satellite photos don't come close to communicating the realities on the ground.

Not knowing what remains of their lives in northern Gaza, displaced Palestinians are now returning to their homes and searching fort their loved ones for the first time after the start of the 15-month war. As part of the first phase of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, Israel allowed the first crossing point in central Gaza to open after Hamas agreed to release Israeli civilian Arbel Yehoud. The temporary truce is meant to last for 42 days, and it is still uncertain whether there will be a deal permanently ending hostilities. Recently Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has been issued an arrest warning from the International Criminal Court for alleged war crimes, became the first foreign leader to visit the White House since the start of Donald Trump's second term as U.S. president. During a joint press conference, Trump proposed a U.S. takeover of Gaza, suggesting that Palestinians should flee Gaza to "countries of interest with a humanitarian heart."

Since Oct. 7, 2023, the death toll in Gaza has surpassed 46,000, according to Gaza's Health Ministry, though these numbers only account for people killed by bombs and bullets, and research published in The Lancet medical journal estimates that the actual death toll could be up to 40 percent higher. The report also says that 59.1 percent of those who died from dramatic injuries were women, children, and elderly people.

GET YOUTUBE TV FREE FOR 21 DAYS: YouTube TV is offering a free trial for 21 days. A month typically costs $82.99, which means this deal saves you about $60.

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Running out of shows to stream? Us too. Winter months have us endlessly scrolling the selection at all the major streaming services while asking friends for recommendations. If you could use a fresh selection of streaming options that include live channels, check out this great free deal.

As of Feb. 5, the YouTube TV base plan is free for your first 21 days. The typical price is $82.99 per month, which means this deal saves you about $60 over the three weeks. You're free to cancel at any time.

SEE ALSO: Get 3 months of MUBI for just $1

Consider YouTube TV a one-stop streaming platform when it comes to live TV. It includes over 100 live channels that you can either watch live or record with unlimited DVR privileges. It's a bit like standard cable used to be, but with a better selection.

YouTube TV includes channels like ESPN, ABC, NBC, HGTV, AMC, bravo, National Geographic, NFL network, and many more. The exact selection will depend on your location, and you can browse the full list of channels here.

YouTube TV is also pretty generous when it comes to sharing passwords. Unlike some streaming platforms, YouTube allows up to six individual accounts with unlimited DVR for all. You'll be able to stream on three devices at the same time with the base plan, which means three family members or housemates can be watching their own streams at the same time.

You're free to tune into YouTube TV from your phone, tablet, TV, gaming console, or computer, which gives you nice flexibility since we're almost always around at least one of these devices.

If you're in the mood for upping your viewing options for the next three weeks, jump on the free 21-day trial of YouTube TV. While the plan usually costs $82.99 per month, you might very well decide it's well worth it since it adds over 100 live channels to your viewing selection.

SAVE 72%: Shop NordVPN's birthday sale and save up to 72% on annual and two-year plans. Sign up for NordVPN's two-year Prime plan and get it for just $201.36. That saves you $542.40 for safe internet browsing.

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With the constant chaos happening online, it's hard to feel secure while browsing. Plus, with the brief TikTok ban, VPNs are on our mind as a way to keep using the app — and there's a great deal on one of our favorites today.

As of Feb. 5, our preferred premium VPN, NordVPN, is offering a major discount during its annual birthday sale. The best deal you can get on NordVPN's services is on their two-year plans, which are up to 72% off. For even more savings, with the purchase of plus ($105.36 for two years), complete ($129.36 for two years), and prime plans ($201.36 for two years), you'll receive one year of NordVPN free. After your purchase, NordVPN will send you a coupon to redeem one year of their service free. One year plans are also on sale, but the savings aren't as steep, so if you want to make the most of your purchase, swing for a two-year plan.

SEE ALSO: The best laptops you can get for under $500 in 2025

Accessible to both novice and pro VPN users, NordVPN has an easy-to-use platform that offers a variety of features including a password manager, malware protection, and identity fraud insurance in addition to protected browsing.

Shop NordVPN's birthday sale now and get up to 72% off.

With the Uber and Waymo robotaxi launch next month, users in Austin can sign up now for priority access to the new AVs.

On Wednesday, Uber announced the addition of an Interest List on the app. This feature lets users indicate whether they'd like to receive updates from Uber and "increase their chances of being matched with a Waymo autonomous vehicle at launch by opting into the AV preference." The ride-hailing app also unveiled a co-branded Uber x Waymo vehicle, signaling their partnership, which brings Waymo autonomous vehicles exclusively to the Uber fleet. 

Signing up to the Interest List gets you a better chance of being matched with a Waymo AV. Credit: Uber

In its Q4 2024 earnings call on Wednesday morning, CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said Uber plans to launch with Waymo "in Austin next month and Atlanta this summer." Uber has been investing heavily in the robotaxi market in the past few years. "I am more confident than ever that Uber is uniquely positioned to capture the $1 trillion+ opportunity that autonomy will unlock in the US alone," said Khosrowshahi about Uber's opportunities in the AV industry.

To date, Uber has partnered with 14 AV companies, which include manufacturers of consumer-facing AVs, sidewalk delivery robots, and autonomous freight trucks.

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Soon, Austin residents calling an Uber might see a driverless car pulling up to greet them. Waymo Ubers will initially cover 37 square miles within Austin and expand coverage in the future. Pricing for Waymo AVs is the same rate as a traditional Uber (UberX, Uber Green, Uber Comfort, or Uber Comfort Electric), and when it arrives, you can unlock the vehicle with the Uber app and hop in.

To sign up for the Interest List, make sure you have the most up-to-date version of the Uber app. Then, go to Account > Settings > Ride Preferences > Autonomous vehicles > Join interest list.

Satechi's exisitng Mac Mini and Mac Studio hub has been a great way to add more ports and storage to those computers. Now, an updated version for the latest M4 Mac Mini is arriving.

Some Google Maps users can now access more ways to customize their car's icon while using the app.

As it stands, Google Maps only lets you choose one of four icons: an arrow, a red car, a yellow SUV, or a green truck. But, as 9to5Google spotted, some Android users are now prompted about "early access to customize your vehicle icon's style [and] color." When inputting driving directions, they get a notice about setting up "your ride, your way." 

There are a lot more options rolling out. There are five new cars: an off-road pickup, a sports car, a sedan, a hatchback, and an SUV. The are eight new colors, too: white, black, gray, red, blue, yellow, green, and purple.

SEE ALSO: Google Maps is adding new color options for your virtual vehicle icon

We at Mashable covered planned icon additions to Google Maps for iOS in November, but now the changes appear to be rolling out for Android. The new icons are available for Android users running Google Maps beta version 25.06.x.

SEE ALSO: Google Maps will rename Gulf of Mexico to America following Trump's order

SAVE $220: As of Feb. 5, get a free Le Creuset Heart Mini Cocotte (a $220 value!) with a $250+ purchase. Use code VALENTINE at checkout. Offer ends Feb. 12.

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This Valentine’s Day, Le Creuset is giving away a free Heart Cocotte with any purchase of $250 or more.

Now through Feb. 12, customers can receive this limited-edition enameled cast iron heart-shaped cocotte, a $220 value, with a qualifying purchase of $250 (which shouldn’t be hard to do). You’ll also get free shipping on orders of $99+.

SEE ALSO: 30 Valentine's Day gifts for all the sweethearts in your life

The Heart Cocotte is perfect for baking, roasting, and serving up intimate side dishes, dips, and desserts. Think creamed corn, scalloped potatoes, roasted vegetables (especially root vegetables cut into smaller pieces), or a small portion of mac and cheese.

Here are a few discounted items to get to that $250 threshold and earn the free Heart Cocotte:

• Heart Serving Bowl — $24.50 $35 (save $10.50)

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• Heart Serving Platter — $42 $60 (save $18)

• Heritage Fluted Pie Dish (2-piece set) — $79.99 $112 (save $32.01)

• Heritage 3-Piece Rectangular Baking Dish Set — $134.99 $195 (save $60.01)