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GoPro unveils cinematic 8K camera series Mission 1
GoPro has announced its new Mission 1 Series, 8K cameras aimed at prosumers, professionals, and content creators. Widely known for its action cameras, GoPro is now turning its attention to videographers who are after a compact and durable device capable of delivering cinematic results.
The reveal of a new GoPro camera series will come as a surprise to many who were anticipating a Hero 14 Black announcement instead. Targeted at capturing action and adventure activities, GoPro's previously annual Hero Black releases took an unexpected break last year. As such, the most recent camera in the series remains the GoPro Hero 13 Black introduced in 2024.
SEE ALSO: Artemis II astronauts brought gadgets from Apple, GoPro, and Microsoft aboard OrionThough GoPro's senior director of hardware product management Clark Weber told Mashable that the company remains "strong believers in the action product category," they aren't giving any hints as to when the next Hero Black camera might arrive. Instead, the company is focusing on broadening its appeal to less predominantly action-oriented content creators, such as filmmakers, vloggers, and video podcasters.
"If your video podcast is crappy you're going to lose an audience really fast. There's a demand for higher quality," Weber told Mashable. "To stand out you're going to want footage that is a little more cinematic."
Enter: the GoPro Mission 1 Series.
GoPro Mission 1 Pro: The flagship 8K cinematic camera Credit: GoProThe main attraction among GoPro's new camera series is its flagship Mission 1 Pro. This camera features a 50MP one-inch sensor, the largest sensor in any GoPro camera thus far, allowing for improved low-light performance and 14 stops of dynamic range.
The Mission 1 Pro further benefits from GoPro's new GP3 processor, which was unveiled in March. The five-nanometre system-on-a-chip includes an AI Neural Processor Unit (NPU), which GoPro claims helps the GP3 double the GP2's pixel processing power.
GoPro's Mission 1 Pro is capable of filming 4:3 Open Gate video at 8K 30fps and 4K 120fps, as well as 16:9 video at up to 8K 60fps, 4k 240fps, and 1080p 960fps (enabling a maximum 32X slo-mo). This is a notable resolution upgrade compared to the GoPro Hero 13 Black, which reaches a maximum of 5.3K 30fps at 8:7, or 60fps at 16:9. The Mission 1 Pro is further able to take 50MP RAW photos, with burst capture up to 60 per second, while the Hero 13 Black maxes out at 27.13MP RAW.
Credit: GoProAssuming good airflow, GoPro states that its Mission 1 cameras will be able to record for around three hours at 4K 30fps on one fast-charging 2150mAh Enduro 2 Battery, or five hours at 1080p 30fps in Endurance Mode (one of 13 capture modes). It also has features such as subject tracking, which will use its 8K image sensor to deliver a 4K shot following a selected object. The Mission 1 Pro lens' native field of view (FOV) is 159-degrees, three degrees wider than the Hero 13 Black.
Though less targeted at action users, the Mission 1 Pro retains GoPro's signature durability. The camera's waterproofing allows it to be submerged up to 20 meters (66 feet) in water without any casing, twice as deep as the Hero 13 Black. Its body has raised buttons for ease of use when wearing gloves, as well as a removable lens hood to reduce glare and lens flare. GoPro further states that its large rear OLED display is 14 percent larger than its previous flagship cameras.
GoPro Mission 1 Pro ILS: A mirrorless camera for professionals Credit: GoProFor professionals who want the ability to swap out their camera lens, GoPro also unveiled its new Mission 1 Pro ILS. Largely identical to the Mission 1, the Pro ILS distinguishes itself by being mirrorless and not shipping with the GoPro Mission 1 lens. Instead, the Pro ILS has an interchangeable lens mount in its place, allowing the camera to be used with Micro Four Thirds (MFT) lenses and adapters.
If you typically default to GoPro's preset modes, you're better off sticking with the Mission 1. However, if you're more seriously into filmography and use various lenses, the Mission 1 Pro ILS offers that flexibility.
Importantly, the Mission 1 Pro ILS is weatherproof, not waterproof, so shouldn't be dunked in the ocean for some cool underwater shots. It's still durable even so, with GoPro claiming that it's "the world’s smallest, most rugged and versatile high-speed cinema camera."
GoPro Mission 1: An entry-level cinematic cameraThe last camera in GoPro's Mission 1 lineup is the entry-level Mission 1. This camera is mostly the same as the Mission 1 Pro and PROL ILS, however its video resolution options are more limited than its siblings. The Mission 1 is capable of 4K 120fps Open Gate 4:3 video recording, as well as filming 16:9 videos at 8K 30fps, 4K 120fps, and 1080p 240fps. Like the Mission 1 Pro, it's waterproof up to 20 meters (66 feet).
GoPro Wireless Mic System: A DJI Mic competitor Credit: GoProGoPro has also unveiled several accessories to accompany its new cameras, including a redesigned Mission 1 Media Mod, a Point-and-Shoot Grip, an ND Filter 4-pack, and Protective Housing that can waterproof the Mission 1 or 1 PRO for up to 60 meters (196 feet).
Most interestingly, GoPro has made a big move into audio with its new Wireless Mic System, a competitor to DJI's creator-loved lapel mics. Considering the challenges DJI is facing to its U.S. business, creators in the country may appreciate an alternative that's easier to get their hands on.
More comparable to DJI's Mic 2 than the newer Mic 3, the GoPro Wireless Mic System can record 48kHz 24-bit audio as well as a -6dB backup track to help mitigate clipping, and has both noise reduction and adjustable gain — all features found on the DJI Mic 2. It lacks the 32-bit float and automatic adaptive gain of the DJI Mic 3, but does use a similar magnet and clip system to attach the transmitter to your clothes.
Featured Video For You How 'The Pitt's cinematographer created show's unique immersive styleThe transmission range of the Wireless Mic System sits at 150 meters (492 feet), which is considerably shorter than the DJI Mic 2's 250 meters (820 feet), and less than half of the Mic 3's 400 meters (1312 feet). Even so, most users likely won't need to record so far away from their subjects. GoPro states that its Wireless Mic System offers 6.5 hours of runtime per mic, which is comparable to the Mic 2's six hours but shorter than the Mic 3's eight. Its charging case also holds two more full charges, so you can top up your transmitters on the go.
Though the GoPro Wireless Mic System doesn't seem to offer anything new, its similarities to the DJI Mic 2 still stand it in good stead considering how beloved the latter remains. Whether the Wireless Mic System is a tempting alternative to DJI's popular offerings may come down to its price.
GoPro Mission 1 Series: Price and availabilityGoPro hasn't yet announced pricing for its new Mission 1 camera series or accessories. However, Weber told Mashable that the cameras are aimed at prosumer or professional users, offering cinematic picture quality at a comparatively affordable price point.
Pre-orders for the GoPro Mission 1 Pro and Mission 1 will begin May 21, with availability starting May 28, while the Mission 1 Pro ILS will be available from the start of Q3 2026. The new Mission 1 accessories will roll out starting this May through Q3.
Last week, GoPro announced plans to lay off approximately 145 employees this year, or around 23 percent of its workforce. The company reported a $9 million loss in Q4 2025, capping off a rough few years as it faces increasingly tough competition from rivals such as Insta360 and DJI. GoPro's new Mission 1 Series suggests the company is now aiming to improve its prospects by broadening its audience appeal.
You can find love after 40, new eharmony report finds
I'm not going to sugarcoat it: Dating, at any age, can be a nightmare, especially if you're looking for love in all the wrong places (or, sometimes, even if you're looking in the right places!). But brand-new data from eharmony has given me some hope for dating in my elder years.
Today, eharmony released its "Redefining Love After 40" report (which makes sense, since that's the site's main demo according to research firm SSRS), and the stats are promising, to say the least. Pop culture loves to make dating after 40 look tragic and desperate (e.g., The 40-Year-Old Virgin, The Golden Bachelor, Hitch, and so on) but as it turns out, hitting your 40s, 50s, or 60s might be the best thing that could happen to your love life (though considering the rising STI rates in these demographics, it's clear older daters are having a lot of fun — just remember to use protection!).
SEE ALSO: App fatigue is real. I tested the best dating apps of 2026 to find the ones that really work.Eharmony's data (compiled from a survey of 3,016 U.S. singles in Feb. 2026) shows that singles in these age brackets aren't settling. Instead, they're stepping into a "chapter of possibility" with nothing holding them back, according to 23 percent of respondents. In fact, more than half (56 percent) said that turning 40 finally gave them more time to focus on themselves, and 21 percent see it as a chance to completely reinvent themselves. I do love this era of reinvention — like how divorce is giving women a way to become themselves again — but that's a topic for another time.
Here's exactly why dating after 40 isn't the horror story everyone makes it out to be.
Most people in their 40s know how to communicate.I won't pretend there aren't emotionally immature people out there who are 40+ (please see one of my favorite tweets of all time), but eharmony's data does suggest that by this time, daters are emotionally ready for something more.
Sixty percent of daters between 40 and 49 said they're emotionally ready for a new long-term relationship. They're also cognizant of their mistakes: 44 percent of that same age group (and 46 percent of 60- to 69-year-olds) say the biggest lesson they took from past relationships is the importance of communication.
Daters in this age group are also more honest about what they want, even if it doesn't fit the traditional mold. While 15 percent of 40-somethings want companionship without the labels, that number jumps to 21 percent once you hit the 60- to 69-year-old demographic.
The sex is just better.Nearly half (48 percent) of 40-somethings, and 61 percent of 50-somethings, say they feel more confident expressing exactly what they want in bed now than ever before. And, I think the best part of those stats is that most daters say they want an emotional connection before things get physical — specifically, 37 percent of daters in their 40s and 53 percent in their 60s.
Plus, 36 percent of the 40-49 crowd say they enjoy sex way more simply because they care less about what their partners think of their bodies. What a relief that must be! I'm not saying we all need to go full Danny from HBO's Neighbors and start strutting around a Florida nudist resort in a yellow thong (if you haven't seen it, I recommend doing so immediately), but I'll take that level of over-the-top confidence over being 22 and insecure any day.
Peace and prosperity are #goals.By the time you hit your 40s and 50s, you've likely spent years building a life, a career, and maybe a family, so you're naturally less likely to let someone come in and wreck it. According to the report, daters in this demographic are actively rewriting the rules to protect their sanity. In fact, about 32 percent of 40- to 49-year-olds would consider maintaining completely separate households even in a long-term relationship to reduce blending stress and preserve their own routines.
Messy financials are also a major deal-breaker. For singles in their 60s, irresponsible spending (55 percent), living beyond their means (57 percent), and excessive debt (57 percent) are all reasons to immediately end a relationship.
They're not waiting around for a meet-cute.While the meet-cute is the #dream, daters in their 40s have realized that if you're not on the apps, you're basically guaranteed a dry spell; 31 percent of singles who refuse to use them have been single for over a decade. (I know those stats hurt a little.)
Currently, 36 percent of 40-something singles are dating, and that number drops to 20 percent for singles in their fifties. Nineteen percent of 40-somethings, meanwhile, are actively swiping to find a relationship. So while they know the ropes, they might be taking a break. It might not be as romantic as a rom-com, but at least the people you're meeting know how to communicate (which is half the battle, right?).
Alienwares latest 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor has a surprising price
Alienware is making OLED more accessible in the AW2726DM, its new 27-inch gaming monitor. Announced Tuesday, April 14, the display offers a vivid QHD (2,560 x 1,440) QD-OLED screen at the surprisingly reasonable price of $349.99. It's available now on Dell's website.
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OLED is a premium display technology that produces high contrast and deep black levels. Panels with upgraded QD-OLED (quantum dot OLED) tech are even brighter and more colorful than regular OLED panels, and thus usually more expensive. Mashable's Leah Stodart, who covers OLED TVs, tells me that the AW2726DM should be especially good for gaming in well-lit rooms.
OLED and QD-OLED gaming monitors from big-name brands like Asus, Dell, LG, MSI, and Samsung normally retail for at least $500 unless they're on sale, according to Best Buy's listings. Up until now, Alienware's QD-OLED monitors have started at $549.99 with the 27-inch AW2725D from mid-2025.
Alienware AW2726DM gaming monitor specs The AW2726DM monitor features 178-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles. Credit: Alienware The stand is tiltable, swivelable, and height-adjustable. Credit: AlienwareThe AW2726DM boasts a 0.03ms response time and buttery 240Hz refresh rate, two other premium gaming features. Its tiltable, swivelable, and height-adjustable stand can be used horizontally or vertically. Here's a look at the rest of its spec sheet:
16:9 aspect ratio
178-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles
111ppi pixel density
DCI-P3 99 percent color gamut
AMD FreeSync Premium support and VESA AdaptiveSync certification for smooth performance
Two HDMI ports (with support for up to 120Hz refresh rates), one DisplayPort (with support for up to 240Hz), a security lock slot, and a headphone jack
Three-year OLED burn-in warranty
Last year's AW2725D had an even better 280Hz refresh rate, a brighter screen, two extra USB ports, and support for up to 280Hz over its HDMI ports and DisplayPort — hence its higher price.
The AW2725D also supported Nvidia's G-Sync technology, which allowed it to match its refresh rate to Nvidia GeForce GPUs' framerates to minimize stuttering and screen tearing. The newer, cheaper AW2726DM monitor can only do this with AMD Radeon GPUs via AMD FreeSync Premium.
Fancy gaming monitors aren't the only Alienware hardware that's getting more accessible in 2026. The company, which has a reputation for making futuristic yet costly gaming gear, previewed a new entry-level gaming laptop at the Consumer Electronics Show back in January. It will arrive sometime later this year at "our most accessible price point yet," per a blog post.
Samsung gave up its messaging app, now it needs to give up its keyboard
The first thing I do with a new Samsung Galaxy phone is download Gboard—Google's mobile keyboard. There's little argument that Gboard is the superior option, but Samsung's own keyboard is so much worse that it saddens me to think that many owners of these phones don't even know they can just swap it out for something better.
I ditched Google Photos for self-hosting and discovered 5 hidden costs nobody mentions
Google Photos is one of the best services for cloud photo management, with backups, AI search, and a convenience that makes it worth the fee. Depsite people loving this service, a common idea is that you should have your own private cloud storage. While it isn't very hard to set up a network-attached storage (NAS) drive, it's not as simple as it seems. If you are contemplating cutting the cloud cord, you should think twice. The seemingly free and private world of self-hosting comes with many harsh truths, and you may not want the responsibility of being a full-time, unpaid system administrator.
10 SUVs that prove you don't need to spend big for practicality in 2026
Practicality has become one of the biggest reasons buyers continue to flock to SUVs, but getting useful space, strong versatility, and family-friendly features doesn’t always require a premium budget. In 2026, several affordable SUVs are proving that smart packaging and thoughtful design can deliver everything most drivers actually need without pushing prices into uncomfortable territory.
Renting streaming movies is a waste of money, here's what to do instead
Like many of you, I used to love renting VHS tapes and later DVDs from brick-and-mortar stores. Not only was it a fun experience and way to meet new people, there often was no other way to see the movies you wanted.
Windows has built-in repair tools that work better than any paid optimizer
So you've downloaded yet another app to make your PC faster. But then you realize, this is the 12th time you installed bloatware that's just slowing down your device. Fortunately, Windows PowerShell commands can suffice for many of these Windows problems you face.
The Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Build and Battle Box is now $36 — nearly at market price
TL;DR: Amazon sellers have the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Build and Battle Box listed from $47.95, Walmart has dropped it further to $38.95, and TCGplayer listings now start at $35.80 shipped.
Where to buy the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Build and Battle Box: Best Amazon Deal Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Build and Battle Box $47.95 at Amazon Shop Now Best TCGplayer deal Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Build and Battle Box $35.80 at TCGplayer Shop Now Best Walmart Deal Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Build and Battle Box $38.95 at Walmart Shop NowThe Perfect Order expansion has continued to see price fluctuations in the Pokémon TCG space. Now, you can even get the Build and Battle Box for just under $36.
As of April 14, Amazon sellers have the Build and Battle Box listed from $47.95, down from its typical $58.95 range. Walmart has already moved lower to $38.95. Over on TCGplayer, unopened listings are now starting at $35.80 with shipping included. That puts it just $3.48 above the current $32.32 market price, and significantly below both major retailers.
At this point, the gap between listing price and market price is small enough that you’re effectively buying at market value — something that rarely happens this quickly with sealed Pokémon TCG products.
Like other Build and Battle Boxes, Perfect Order includes a 40-card ready-to-play deck, four booster packs, a code card for Pokémon TCG Live, and one of four possible foil promo cards.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!For lovers of the card game who love both collecting chase cards and playing with the latest sets, boxes like these are the best way to experiment with the base 40-card deck and see if you can include any new strategies with the bonus cards you get in the boosters.
Among other trading card deals in the Pokémon retail market right now, you can also grab the Perfect Order Elite Trainer Box for just under $70 at Walmart. For anyone hunting the much more expensive ETB for Ascended Heroes, you can find the Ascended Heroes Elite Trainer Box for under market price at Amazon and Walmart.
Samsungs 55-Inch The Frame QLED TV is down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon — save $300
SAVE $300: As of April 14, the Samsung 55-Inch The Frame LS03F 4K QLED Smart TV has returned to its lowest-ever price of $797.99 at Amazon.
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If you're looking for a TV that won't stand out as just a big ol' screen in your home, it's worth checking out Samsung's line of Frame TVs. These sleek screens double as art displays, so you can show off stylish artwork when you're not watching something.
If you've been keeping an eye out for a good deal, we have good news: Amazon's dropped the price of the Samsung 55-Inch The Frame LS03F 4K QLED Smart TV for a limited time. As of April 14, the Samsung 55-Inch The Frame LS03F 4K QLED Smart TV has dropped from $1,097.99 to $797.99 at Amazon, allowing you to save $300. This deal marks a return to the TV's lowest price point at the retailer, so what better time to grab it?
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!At 55 inches, this particular model of Samsung's The Frame is a nice mid-size screen. Plus, its slim design mounts nicely to a wall. It offers excellent picture quality for when you're watching your favorite shows and films thanks to 4K resolution and a QLED display that brings brilliant colors, contrast, and clarity to your screen.
For those moments when you want to display artwork, the glare-free screen features a matte texture that helps make pieces look like real art prints hanging on your wall.
Keep in mind this offer on the Samsung 55-Inch The Frame LS03F 4K QLED Smart TV is currently marked as a limited-time deal. So, if you're hoping to grab it, now is the time to make a move before the deal disappears.
Stephen Colbert breaks down the weird AI image Trump shared of himself as Jesus
After attacking the Pope over the weekend on his own Truth Social, Donald Trump doubled down in the strangest way: by sharing an AI image (now deleted) that appeared to show the president as Jesus — Trump claimed he thought "it was me as a doctor and had to do with Red Cross."
"He posted this AI image depicting himself as Jesus, presumably trying to heal Jon Stewart," says Stephen Colbert in the Late Show clip above, making the same observation that Jon Stewart made himself on The Daily Show.
"It's worth taking a moment to break down what's going on here," Colbert continues. "Above him is a heavenly host heralding the savior in chief's arrival: You've got a bunch of cloud soldiers, an astronaut with a shiv, and that middle guy is a winged man-beast with spikes where his head should be, looking like a bootleg Transformers action figure your grandma got you at the dollar store."
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How to watch Suns vs. Trailblazers online for free
TL;DR: Live stream Phoenix Suns vs. Portland Trailblazers in the NBA Play-In Tournament for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The NBA is getting serious this week. The regular season is done and dusted, and before we fully dive into the playoffs, the Play-In Tournament is here to deliver some win-or-bust action.
The Phoenix Suns face the Portland Trailblazers at the PHX Arena. The winner of this matchup will play the No. 2 San Antonio Spurs in the First Round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs.
If you want to watch Suns vs. Trailblazers in the NBA Play-In Tournament for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Suns vs. Trailblazers?Phoenix Suns vs. Portland Trailblazers in the NBA Play-In Tournament starts at 10 p.m. ET on April 14. This game takes place at the PHX Arena.
How to watch Suns vs. Trailblazers for freePhoenix Suns vs. Portland Trailblazers in the NBA is available to live stream for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime.
This free live stream is geo-restricted to the U.S., but anyone can secure access with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the U.S., meaning you can access free live streams of the NBA from anywhere in the world.
Stream the NBA for free by following these simple steps:
Sign up for a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime (if you're not already a member)
Subscribe to a VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer money-back guarantees or free trials. By leveraging these offers, you can watch NBA live streams without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does mean you can watch select games from the NBA before recovering your investment.
What is the best VPN for the NBA?ExpressVPN is the best service for accessing free live streams on platforms like Prime Video, for a number of reasons:
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A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).
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Jimmy Kimmel roasts Trump over his attack on Pope Leo XIV
"We have a fight between the president and the Pope. The world has become a real life episode of South Park."
This is Jimmy Kimmel's summary of Donald Trump's latest outburst on Truth Social, which saw him attacking Pope Leo XIV over the weekend and calling him "WEAK on Crime", following the Pope's recent calls for peace.
"What does the Pope have to do with crime?" asks Kimmel. "He's not Batman, he's the Pope. This is what happens when you sell bibles instead of reading them."
Kimmel goes on to discuss the already infamous AI image Trump shared (and then deleted) which appeared to show him as Jesus, healing a man in a sick bed.
"Maybe the weirdest detail?" says Kimmel. "The man Donald Jesus Trump is healing looks a whole lot like Jeffrey Epstein. Even AI can't keep him from his BF, Jeff."
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How to watch Hornets vs. Heat online for free
TL;DR: Live stream Charlotte Hornets vs. Miami Heat in the NBA Play-In Tournament for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The NBA is ramping up. The playoffs are fast approaching, but first we've got the small matter of the Play-In Tournament.
Charlotte Hornets face off against Miami Heat in the first matchup from this stage. Charlotte Hornets have already impressed this season, but can their young team takes some serious scalps when it matters most? The Miami Heat have been here before, so that experience might cause problems for the home team.
If you want to watch Hornets vs. Heat in the NBA Play-In Tournament for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Hornets vs. Heat?Charlotte Hornets vs. Miami Heat in the NBA Play-In Tournament starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on April 14. This game takes place at the Spectrum Center.
How to watch Hornets vs. Heat for freeCharlotte Hornets vs. Miami Heat in the NBA is available to live stream for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime.
This free live stream is geo-restricted to the U.S., but anyone can secure access with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the U.S., meaning you can access free live streams of the NBA from anywhere in the world.
Stream the NBA for free by following these simple steps:
Sign up for a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime (if you're not already a member)
Subscribe to a 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 the U.S.
Watch the NBA from anywhere in the world on Prime Video
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer money-back guarantees or free trials. By leveraging these offers, you can watch NBA live streams without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does mean you can watch select games from the NBA before recovering your investment.
What is the best VPN for the NBA?ExpressVPN is the best service for accessing free live streams on platforms like Prime Video, 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 secure
Fast connection speeds free from throttling
Up to 10 simultaneous connections
30-day money-back guarantee
A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).
Live stream the NBA for free with ExpressVPN.
The Raspberry Pi's 15-year reign is quietly ending—here's why
A close friend recently remarked that nobody wants a Raspberry Pi anymore. This is someone who has built up an extensive homelab setup and who frequently takes on projects powered by single-board computers.
This gigantic 97-Inch LG OLED evo AI 4K G5 TV is nearly $7,000 off at Amazon — yes, really
SAVE OVER $6,000: As of April 14, the LG 97-Inch Class OLED evo AI 4K G5 Smart TV is on sale for $17,999.96 at Amazon. That's $6,997.03 off its list price of $24,996.99.
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Have you ever dreamed of turning your living room into an at-home movie theater? The LG 97-Inch Class OLED evo AI 4K G5 Smart TV is a gargantuan screen that'll push you in the right direction. The downside is it's one incredibly pricey TV, but that doesn't mean discounts don't pop up from time to time. If it's caught your eye and you've got the funds to drop on it, Amazon has knocked a whopping $6,997.03 off for a limited time.
As of April 14, Amazon has dropped the price of the LG 97-Inch Class OLED evo AI 4K G5 Smart TV from $24,996.99 to $17,999.96. Again, this is unquestionably an expensive TV, but it now comes with a discount to match. If you're interested, this is a great chance to save a massive sum.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!This LG TV's massive 97-inch screen is sure to impress friends and family for your next movie night, but that's not all. The OLED display, paired with 4K resolution, will make what's on screen pop with stunning colors, contrast, and clarity. Images are further boosted with the help of Dolby Vision. And as for sound? Dolby Atmos makes sure your ears catch every little noise with pin-point accuracy.
There's plenty for gamers to enjoy as well. This LG TV boasts a 0.1ms response time and up to 120Hz refresh rate, which makes sure everything runs smoothly without any screen tearing as you play, and NVIDIA G-Sync, AMD FreeSync Premium, and VRR all offer further improvements for your gaming experience.
If you're hoping to upgrade to this gigantic TV, this is a great time to save on the LG 97-Inch Class OLED evo AI 4K G5 Smart TV at Amazon.
Jon Stewart weighs in on Trumps angry Truth Social posts attacking the Pope
Donald Trump is lashing out on social media again, and this time Pope Leo XIV is the target. Over the weekend, following the Pope making a call for peace, the U.S. president took to his own Truth Social to post that he was "WEAK on Crime, and terrible for Foreign Policy."
During his Daily Show monologue on Monday, Jon Stewart had thoughts.
"I am really starting to sour on this president. What is going through Trump's mind? What did the Pope say? He wants what? Dialogue? Peace? He wants to choose the noblest aspirations of mankind to show humanity at its greatest articulation? F**k that loser!" Stewart says. "And look, president Trump, I know the Vatican's been critical of your policies, but you got to remember that at the end of the day, you and the Catholic church both historically care deeply about the same thing: covering up sex scandals."
Stewart goes on to talk about the AI image Trump shared of himself healing a man lying in a bed — a man who, on closer inspection, does bear a striking resemblance to Stewart himself.
"Am I OK?" the host says after a long stare at the image. "What the f***?"
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The Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Booster Bundle is down to under $43 at Amazon
TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle listed for $42.98, but TCGplayer has now dropped it even lower to $39.49 with shipping included.
Where to buy the Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Booster Bundle: Best Amazon Deal Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle $42.98 at Amazon (save $4.01) Shop Now Best TCGplayer Deal Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle $39.49 at TCGplayer Shop Now Best Walmart deal Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle $42.95 at Walmart Shop NowIn the Pokémon TCG market, products in the Perfect Order expansion keep sliding in price, and now the six-pack box has finally dipped under the $40 mark at one of the major trading card retailers.
As of April 14, Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle listed for $42.98, while TCGplayer has unopened listings starting at $39.49 with shipping included. Walmart is still sitting at $42.95 online, so TCGplayer now has the clear lead among the three main places collectors are likely to check first.
That leaves TCGplayer $3.49 cheaper than Amazon and $3.46 lower than Walmart. It also comes in $0.72 below TCGplayer’s current $40.21 market price, while landing comfortably under the current $42.14 listed median.
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The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle includes six booster packs from the expansion, with each pack containing 10 trading cards, one Basic Energy, and one Pokémon TCG Live code card. It’s also a straightforward starting point for collecting the set’s lineup of more than 120 cards, including valuable chase cards including special illustration rares for Pokémon like Mega Zygarde ex, Mega Clefable ex, Mega Starmie ex, and Meowth ex.
For even more reasonable prices from the new Pokémon TCG expansion, the Perfect Order Elite Trainer Box is now available for under $70. If it’s the rarer Ascended Heroes range you’re interested in buying, Amazon and Walmart are selling the Ascended Heroes Elite Trainer Box for under market price.
The Sony XM5 headphones are $248 at Amazon — save over $150 right now
SAVE OVER $150: As of April 14, the Sony XM5 headphones are on sale for $248 at Amazon. That's a 38% discount on list price.
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Looking for a new pair of headphones? You're in luck, because the Sony XM5 headphones are back on sale at Amazon, and this time you can save over $150. As of April 14, the price has dropped from $399.99 to $248, giving you a 38% discount.
If you're an audiophile, these headphones will seriously impress. They benefit from noise cancellation that uses dual processors and eight microphones to reduce background noise, with an Auto NC Optimizer that adjusts the sound based on things like your environment and the fit of the headphones.
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Other features include touch controls for playback, volume, calls, and voice assistants, and Speak-to-Chat that pauses audio when you start talking.
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Upgrade your streaming for less with the Fire TV Stick 4K Plus — save $20 at Amazon
SAVE $20: As of April 14, the Fire Stick 4K Plus is on sale for $29.99 at Amazon. That's a 40% discount on the list price.
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Looking to spruce up your streaming setup? You don't need a brand new TV or lots of expensive add-ons, because as of April 14, you can get the Fire Stick 4K Plus for just $29.99. Yep, the beloved Amazon device is back on sale, and this time with $20 off the list price.
The 4K Plus is the new name for the 4K streaming stick we already know and love, giving you the same high-quality viewing experience.
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When you turn it on, you'll have access to major streaming platforms like Netflix and Prime Video. It also supports cloud gaming through Xbox Game Pass, so you can stream games without a console. And like you'd expect from an Amazon device, it has Alexa voice control built in, so you can search for content by using voice commands.
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