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Google has some new phones coming out, and we've been busy testing them all. Let's talk about them.

As part of its annual Made by Google event earlier this month, Google lifted the veil off the entire Pixel 11 series. While we don't quite have full reviews ready for each phone just yet, we wanted to share our first impressions of the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL. (You can read our full review of the Pixel 11 Pro Fold.)

In general, this is another year of incremental improvements for the Pixel family, but there are some noteworthy changes to talk about. Let's dig in.

The base Pixel 11 camera bar is much thinner Slimmed down. Credit: Rene Ramos / Mashable

One thing that becomes very apparent right away when putting your hands on the base model Pixel 11 is that its physical profile has been trimmed down to an extent. However, Google didn't do that by changing the phone's dimensions; those are exactly the same as last year.

So, what did Google do to achieve a thinner silhouette (while shaving 0.3 oz off the weight) for its cheapest Pixel 11? It noticeably reduced the size of the camera bar this time around. It's not quite the same as what Google did to the Pixel 10a, which basically doesn't have a camera bar at all, allowing the phone to lie completely flat on a table. But the end result is close enough, as this is, as far as I can tell, the thinnest camera bar Google has put on a Pixel in a long, long time.

It's barely noticeable when viewed from the side, and the phone is close enough to being flat on any given surface that it's functionally pretty similar to the Pixel 10a in design. You can also basically make the phone completely flat on its backside by putting a case on the Pixel 11.

This isn't a monumental change or anything, and it only applies to the base model, but still, it's pretty nice.

HiLight is a swing and a miss so far It's not much to look at. Credit: Rene Ramos / Mashable

With the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung introduced a major hardware upgrade: Privacy Display. Unfortunately, Google's big hardware innovation is pretty underwhelming.

We're talking about HiLight, a small, multi-colored light module that lives in the camera bar of the Pro models. Yes, you read that right: Base Pixel 11 phones can't use HiLight.

You might think, based on that fact, that HiLight is some highly advanced technological feat. Based on early impressions, that's not really the case. HiLight can pretty much do two things at the moment: light up when Gemini is active, or light up when someone calls you on the phone. The idea is to notify you that things are happening when you have the phone flipped face down, but I feel pretty strongly that Google should have prioritized text messages instead of phone calls for the initial HiLight rollout.

If HiLight worked with texts (and I expect that it will eventually), it would at least be pretty neat that you can set custom colors for different contacts. But as it is, in a world where I pretty much only get phone calls from people who are trying to drain my bank account, it's not particularly useful.

And again, it really should be available on all four Pixel 11 phones.

Magic Capture is a pleasant surprise The Google Pixel 11 series. Credit: René Ramos / Mashable

In terms of software additions, the most impressive one I've seen in my time with the Pixel 11 series has been Magic Capture. This, fortunately, is available on all four Pixel 11 devices, and it's worth trying once you have your new phone all set up and ready to go.

Magic Capture is available as a new mode in the Camera app; just choose it from the same little section where you'd choose either photo or video mode and you're good to go. The way it works is that you film anything you want, ideally an object or living thing in motion, and Magic Capture will automatically process the video and choose several still frames from it that would work as standalone photos.

Kinda neat! Credit: Alex Perry/Mashable Pigeons are cool. Credit: Alex Perry/Mashable

This processing happens on-device and works without a cellular or internet connection, which is great. There's also an option to let Magic Capture automatically crop and unblur these images. In practice, I found Magic Capture surprisingly capable of picking out neat still frames from videos. I filmed a train speeding by me and it found a frame where I'm clearly visible as a reflection in the train's window, which I thought was pretty cool. I was also able to catch a pigeon mid-take-off.

Magic Capture seems eminently useful for things like filming sports or other dynamic events full of moving subjects. Even as an AI skeptic (to put it mildly), this is one AI feature I actually sort of dig.

SAVE $400: As of Aug. 19, the Apple MacBook Pro with the M5 Pro chip (18-core CPU and 20-core GPU), 24GB of RAM, and 2TB of storage is on sale for $2,799 at Amazon and Best Buy. That's 13% off its usual sticker price of $3,199.

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Apple jacked up its MacBook prices this June amid RAMageddon, making it all the more crucial to shop smart and look for deals before you buy a new model. Lately, Amazon has been the place to go for those. Following some discounts on the M5 MacBook Air and MacBook Pro earlier this month, the retail giant is selling another MacBook Pro variant for $400 off this week. It's actually cheaper now than it was prior to Apple's price hike.

The model in question has an upgraded M5 Pro chip with an 18-core CPU and 20-core GPU, plus 24GB of memory and two terabytes of storage. It typically retails for $3,199 these days — up from $2,899 before June — but right now, it's marked down to just $2,799 on Amazon. That's an impressive $400 savings. (Best Buy is matching Amazon's pricing as an Aug. 19 Deal of the Day, meaning it won't linger there past midnight tonight.)

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This is the MacBook I'd recommend to any creative professional who wants an ultra-powerful, long-lasting, and well future-proofed machine that's easy to take on the go. Apple also makes a 16-inch MacBook Pro with the same specs, which is nice if you want a bigger screen, but at 4.7 pounds, it's very heavy.

The M5 Pro-powered MacBook Pro offers several upgrades over the base M5 model (beyond a beefier processor), including faster Thunderbolt 5 ports, a newer wireless networking chip, and support for a third external monitor. It's too much laptop for the average person, but if you're editing huge video files or on a regular basis, for instance, it's up to the task.

SAVE $300: As of Aug. 19, the Samsung 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8 gaming monitor is down to just $999 instead of $1,299 at Amazon. That's 23% off and matches its lowest price on record.

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If you're going to spend hours upon hours gaming in front of a screen, you might as well invest in something that looks good. It won't be cheap, but if you're strategic, you can lock in a pretty solid discount on a high-quality gaming monitor. For instance, the 2026 Samsung 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8 gaming monitor is currently on sale for its best price ever.

Typically $1,299, you can pick up the Odyssey OLED G8 for just $999 as of Aug. 19. That's $300 or 23% in savings and matches its lowest cost on record from Prime Day. 

Released in May, the Odyssey OLED G80SH sports a stunning 32-inch 4K display that uses OLED Glare Free technology, which means it's less glossy than other monitors. This makes it more appealing to anyone who games in bright rooms or gets distracted by reflections. It's also VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 certified, which ensures deep blacks and vibrant colors.

Specs-wise, the monitor has a speedy 240Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time paired with features like FreeSync Premium Pro and VRR. So you can expect a smooth, responsive, and lag-free gaming experience.

If you've been staring at the same dull screen for long enough and are ready to make the leap to a premium setup, now's a great time. Snag the Samsung 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8 while it's the cheapest it's ever been.

SAVE $122: As of August 19, get the DJI Mic 3 (1 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) for $207 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $329. That's a discount of 37%.

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Content creators or anyone looking to take a few videos here and there can benefit from a great mic. DJI boasts a variety of excellent options when it comes to audio equipment, though the company is primarily known for its drones. If you want to add a little oomph to your audio recordings to go along with your videos, it's a good idea to pick up a DJI mic whenever it's discounted, and now is one of those times.

As of August 19, get the DJI Mic 3 (1 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) for $207 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $329. That's $122 off and a discount of 37%.

SEE ALSO: Snap photos everywhere you go with 10% off the DJI Osmo Nano On-the-Go Combo

This mic set, with a charging kit to keep everything juiced up while on the go, is a great option for capturing audio no matter what kind of situation you're in. Use it for recording interviews, adding voiceover, or just to enhance the audio you have in a video in general. This bundle nets you a transmitter, a receiver, a charging case, and everything else you need to record audio right out of the box.

The mic itself is tiny and unobtrusive, which makes it perfect for adding to a lapel, putting in a bag to transport, or even hold if you prefer. Pair it with up to four transmitters and a receiver to sync audio, and you've got a great way to ensure your videos always sound great. It also has plenty of features to tweak your audio should you need.

If you're thinking about making videos or just want to level up your audio, this is a no-brainer of a buy, especially while it's discounted.

It turns out, drinking water is one of the best things we can do when it comes to health. That's good news considering water is one of the most affordable beverages out there. But when we think about the invisible things in our tap water that might not be so great to drink, we run into problems.

Instead of buying endless plastic bottles of water, Ninja has a solution. The new Ninja HydraSense is a sleek and slim countertop water purification system that's a great addition to the lineup of Ninja kitchen appliances we've come to love.

Features of the Ninja HydraSense

The Ninja HydraSense sits on your countertop, plugged in to wall for access to filtered water on-demand. The reservoir can hold 96 ounces of water for less frequent refills, and the touchscreen gives you access to metrics like remaining filter life.

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From the touchscreen, you can select your desired ounces, which will send water through the Ninja purifier that'll rid it of up to 99% of contaminates like chlorine, heavy metals, microplastics, and pharmaceuticals. However, Ninja says the filter leaves natural minerals and electrolytes. If you're curious, Ninja has a performance data sheet available to show filtration results from third-party testing.

Each Ninja HydraSense comes with one filter, which is designed to clean 120 gallons of water. Ninja says this can last for up to six months of use. Replacement filers come with a price of $39.99 for a single or $69.99 for a two-pack.

How to buy the Ninja HydraSense

The Ninja HydraSense is already available to buy at both Amazon and Ninja's online storefront. If you like the look of the white or blue, Amazon is a good bet. If you'd prefer the Rosewater Pink or Black HydraSense, they're available at Ninja. If you like freebies, Ninja is tossing in a free 24-ounce Ninja Thirsti Travel Bottle with purchase of HydraSense.

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SAVE 10%: As of Aug. 19, you can get the DJI Mini 4K for $269, down from $299, at Amazon. That's a 10% discount, or $30 in savings.

DJI Mini 4K 3-Axis Gimbal Camera Drone (Under 249 Grams) $269 at Amazon
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If you've been wanting to take your photography to the skies without dropping a grand (or dealing with FAA registration), the DJI Mini 4K is an affordable entry-level option.

As of Aug. 19, you can get the DJI Mini 4K for $269, down from $299, at Amazon. That's a 10% discount, or $30 in savings.

SEE ALSO: DoorDash launches in-house drone unit — "cleared for takeoff"

The DJI Mini 4K weighs less than 249 grams, so you can bypass the FAA registration and Remote ID sign-up process as long as you're using it recreationally. You'll also get a crystal-clear 4K UHD video stabilized by a 3-axis gimbal, Level 5 wind resistance, up to 10km of HD video transmission, and 31 minutes of flight time.

Bonus: It offers convenient features for newbie pilots, like GPS Return to Home, one-tap takeoff and landing, and automated "QuickShots" (like Helix, Dronie, and Boomerang) that capture cinematic aerial footage with just a couple of taps.

SAVE $100: Through Sept. 7, Fox One is offering new subscribers a year of streaming for only $99. That's 50% off your first year of streaming or $100 in savings, just in time for football season.

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It's the most wonderful time of the year for football fans. College football kicks off next week and a new NFL season opens on Sept. 9, which means it's time to get your streaming lineup in order.

While there are numerous streaming services you'll need to watch football this season, Fox One has become a main pillar. It gives cable-less fans live access to Sunday afternoon NFL games in network, as well as Big Ten college football matchups and plenty of national broadcasts. Typically, it costs a pretty penny at $199 for the year. Through Sept. 7, however, new subscribers can lock in an entire year of Fox One for just $99. That's $100 or 50% off.

Just a couple of years ago, the only way to watch live Fox channels without cable was through a cable replacement service like YouTube TV or Fubo, which cost upwards of $90 per month. Thankfully, Fox finally launched its own streaming service last year. It serves as a one-stop shop for the entire Fox TV portfolio, meaning you can tune into live local Fox stations, Fox Sports, FS1, FS2, Big Ten Network, Fox News, and beyond. You'll also get on-demand access to content from Fox Entertainment, including movies, TV shows, and ad-supported channels like LiveNOW, TMZ, and Fox podcasts.

One notable difference about Fox One compared to other mainstream streamers is that it currently doesn't offer any original content. Instead, it's mainly focused on giving cord cutters access to live sports, events, and news. Still, for less than $100 for the whole year — which breaks down to only $8.25 per month — that's an excellent value (particularly for football fans). Just be sure to cancel before the year is up if you want to avoid being automatically charged full price for the following year.

TL;DR: HoverAir's new Versa — a handheld gimbal camera that converts into a drone with an optional Flight Kit — just became the first consumer quadcopter to clear the FCC's foreign drone ban. The Flight Kit itself contains no RF transmitters, so it doesn't need its own FCC certification, even though it turns the camera into a flying drone. The Indiegogo campaign is live now, with pricing starting at $449.

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HoverAir says it's pulled off something no other Chinese drone maker has managed since the FCC's foreign drone ban took effect: getting a flying camera cleared for U.S. sale. The company's new Versa has launched on Indiegogo, and, according to HoverAir, its modular design is what lets it slip past FCC restrictions that have kept competitors grounded.

The Versa is a compact camera built for solo creators and vloggers. It records stabilized video up to 4K at 60fps, uses a fairly large Type 1/1.3 image sensor, and includes an OLED touchscreen. HoverAir also claims up to 17.5 stops of dynamic range, which would put it ahead of every other vlogging camera on the market, including DJI's newer Osmo Pocket 4P.

Once the Flight Kit is attached, the entire setup weighs 230 grams, which is light enough to remain under the FAA's 250-gram registration threshold. That means recreational pilots won't need to register the Versa or attach a Remote ID transmitter to fly it. Commercial pilots, however, will still need an external Remote ID transmitter, sold separately.

How the Versa gets around the ban

Since December 2025, the FCC has blocked new equipment authorizations for foreign-made drones — a rule that already cost HoverAir once. Its Aqua drone launched last year but never reached American buyers because of the ban.

SEE ALSO: The FCC banned foreign routers, drones, robots: What it means for you

The Versa is built differently. On its own, it's a handheld, gimbal-stabilized vlogging camera, similar in shape to DJI's Osmo Pocket 3. What turns it into a drone is a separate accessory called the Flight Kit, a set of propellers that snaps onto the camera magnetically.

A HoverAir representative told our sister site PCMag why: the Flight Kit doesn't contain any RF transmitters, so it doesn't need its own FCC ID or listing, even though attaching it lets the camera fly. That means the camera and its remote control show up in the FCC database, while the Flight Kit doesn't — it just connects to the camera through magnets and small pogo pins for data and power, without triggering the same scrutiny drones typically face.

None of this is settled, though. The FCC has pulled approvals from devices shortly after granting them in recent weeks, so there's no guarantee this one sticks. But if it holds, the Versa would become the first consumer drone to reach the U.S. market since the ban on foreign drones took effect.

The Versa is live on Indiegogo now, which means you're funding the product before it ships, not buying a finished item outright. The camera alone is $449 through Aug. 20, then $499.

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It's finally that time again: a new NFL season is upon us. That means it's also time to get all of your streaming services in order. Sorry in advance.

Notorious gatekeepers of their broadcasts, the NFL has made watching NFL games a tangled web of subscriptions. Even if you still have cable, you'll need a couple of extra subscriptions to watch every game. We've done our best to sort out all the complicated details for you.

If you want to watch your favorite teams battle it out this season with or without cable, here's everything you need to know — including the cheapest possible way to do so (legally).

When does the 2026 NFL season start?

The season kicks off on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, with a Super Bowl LX rematch between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks.

How to watch NFL games during the 2026–2027 season

Since no single network owns the rights to every game, watching your favorite teams isn't as cut and dry in the NFL as it is with some other sports. And now with streaming services throwing hats in the ring, even cable TV subscribers will need a few extras to catch every game.

Here's the general weekly schedule for the 2026–2027 season, along with which channel or streaming service you'll need.

Thursday Night Football

• Thursday Night Football kicks off the week exclusively on Prime Video (starting week two).

Sunday afternoon games

• Sunday afternoon games air on local CBS stations for AFC teams.

• Sunday afternoon games air on local Fox stations for NFC teams.

• The local AFC games in your network will stream on Paramount+.

• The local NFC games in your network will stream on Fox One.

Sunday Night Football

• Sunday Night Football games air nationally on NBC.

• Don't have cable? Sunday Night Football will also stream on Peacock for subscribers.

Monday Night Football

• Monday Night Football games air on ESPN, with select games simulcast on ABC.

• You can stream all ESPN and ABC games live with ESPN Unlimited.

Other exclusive games

• NFL Network will also broadcast seven different games throughout the season, including five international matchups.

• Netflix expanded its broadcast partnership with the NFL to five games this season, up from two, starting in Week 1.

Noteworthy info

• It's ESPN's "Year of the Super Bowl," which means it has its largest NFL portfolio ever, airing a total of 29 games between ESPN, ABC, ESPN Unlimited, and NFL Network.

• The season kicks off on a Wednesday on NBC at 8:20 p.m. ET.

• There are nine international games this season — the most ever.

If you don't have cable, you have plenty of options to watch games live. If you're a casual fan, you can simply invest in a digital TV antenna to catch local games and national broadcasts live on ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX. Beyond football, a digital antenna will also grant you free access to local news, nationally broadcast events like the Grammys or Oscars, and other network programming. If you're reasonably close to your local TV stations, you should be able to pick up at least the four main networks. Unfortunately, you probably won't be able to access ESPN or NFL Network.

You can also sign up for a cable alternative like YouTube TV or Fubo to get access to local networks, plus a ton of other channels. Live TV streaming services can be pretty pricey, but you do get a lot of bang for your buck. This option will get you ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, ESPN, and NFL Network in most markets. No need to be close to your local TV stations.

With either option you choose, you'll still have to sign up for Prime Video if you want to watch Thursday Night Football games and Netflix for its five exclusive games this season. You can also utilize streaming apps like Peacock, Paramount+, Fox One, and ESPN Unlimited to watch many in-market regular-season games. It's all up to you and how many games you want access to (and how much money you're willing to spend). Below, we've rounded up the best streaming deals for each streaming service required to watch football games this season to help you out.

Something to consider: In-market vs. out-of-market games

Before you pull the trigger on any paid TV provider or streaming service, you need to decide whether you want access to local in-market games or out-of-market games (or both). This is where watching sports gets really confusing and frustrating.

If you're a fan of your local sports team and strictly want to watch their season unfold, a digital antenna or live TV streaming service will get the job done. You will generally only get access to in-market games, which include the teams geographically closest to you.

If your favorite teams are not geographically close to you, they will likely be blacked out unless they are national broadcasts. In this case, the only legal way you can watch out-of-market games is via NFL Sunday Ticket. A costly streaming service, NFL Sunday Ticket exclusively streams out-of-market, regular-season, Sunday football games. There are two ways to subscribe: as an add-on to a YouTube TV base plan or as an individual primetime channel on YouTube. It costs $378 as a YouTube TV add-on and $480 as a standalone service, although there are typically deals around the start of the season (more on that below).

So if you’re a Baltimore Ravens fan living in Nashville, you can watch all of the Sunday Ravens games that aren’t shown on NBC, CBS, or FOX in your area with NFL Sunday Ticket. If you're a Ravens fan living in or near Baltimore, however, you'll want to grab a digital antenna or sign up for a streaming service like Paramount+ or YouTube TV.

The best football streaming deals for the 2026–2027 NFL seasonThe best Prime Video deals

For Thursday Night Football and Black Friday

In addition to Thursday Night Football games, Prime Video is also set to stream an exclusive Black Friday game and a playoff game again this season during Wildcard weekend. Prime members get access to Prime Video included in their subscription, which costs $14.99 per month. If you're new to Prime, you can even score a free 30-day trial before you owe a monthly fee. Here are a few other ways you can save some money.

• Best for long-term viewing: Save 22% by signing up for an Annual Prime subscription and paying $139 upfront for the whole year. That drops the cost of Prime down to just $11.59 per month instead of $14.99

• Most affordable: Ditch the Prime perks and simply subscribe to Prime Video as a standalone streaming service for just $8.99 per month — $6 cheaper than a full Prime membership.

• Best for those under 24: Prime for Young Adults, designed for those between the ages of 18 and 24, as well as college students of any age, can score a free six-month trial to Prime. After the trial, it'll cost just $7.49 per month — a savings of 50%.

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For local NFL Sunday afternoon games

Sunday afternoon games are broadcast on either CBS (for AFC teams) or FOX (for NFC teams). CBS is available without cable through Paramount+, while Fox is now available through a new streaming service called Fox One (see the bundle deal under Monday Night Football). Meanwhile, live TV streaming services like Fubo, YouTube TV, or Hulu + Live TV will give you access to both CBS and FOX, although they are much more expensive. Whichever route you choose, we've found a few different deals currently live for the start of the NFL season. Here are our top picks.

• Best for AFC games only: Paramount+ Essential monthly subscriptions cost $8.99, but drop to $7.50 per month with an annual subscription (save 17%).

• Best for students (AFC games only): Students can get 50% off any Paramount+ plan by proving their student status through SheerID.

• Best for NFC games only: Fox One costs you $19.99 per month, but if you subscribe for the whole year, it's just $199. That breaks down to just $16.59 monthly. If you sign up by Sept. 7, you can even save 50% on your first year (just $99 instead of $199).

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• Best live TV streaming service deal overall: YouTube TV has a new Sports plan that's just $54.99 per month for your first year. It includes both networks you'll need to watch Sunday afternoon games, plus ESPN, NFL Network, NBC, and more.

• Most bang for your buck: Hulu's live TV streaming service costs $89.99 per month, which includes access to 100+ channels, plus Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Unlimited.

• Another live TV streaming option: Take $10 off your first month of Fubo Sports plan, knocking it down to just $54.99. It includes access to CBS, Fox, and ESPN Unlimited.

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for Sunday Night Football

If you don't have access to local networks via a live TV streaming service or a digital antenna, you can still tune into Sunday Night Football on NBC by signing up for Peacock. The network (and streamer) will also host the first game of the season on Wednesday, Sept. 9, a Thanksgiving Night game, as well as a Week 17 Peacock exclusive game. Subscriptions now start at $10.99 per month, but we've rounded up a few ways you can save.

• Best for long-term viewing: Sign up for a Peacock Premium yearly subscription for $109.99 and save 17% versus a monthly subscription, which adds up to $131.88 per year.

• Best for students: Students can sign up for Peacock Premium for just $5.99 per month for a whole year by proving their student status through SheerID.

• Best for first responders, teachers, and military: With annual verification for first responders, teachers, and military, you can get Peacock Premium for $6.99 per month and save $4 per month.

• Best Peacock third-party deal: You can get Peacock Premium for free when you sign up for Instacart+ for $99 per year.

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for Monday Night Football and the Super Bowl

With a total of 29 games between ESPN, ABC, ESPN Unlimited, and NFL Network, ESPN Unlimited is a must-have streamer if you don't already have cable or a cable alternative. Since ESPN acquired the rights to NFL Network and RedZone, you can also stream these channels on the updated ESPN app with a bundle deal. ESPN Unlimited costs $29.99 per month on its own, but there are a few options that let you save a little cash or get more bang for your buck.

• Best for long-term viewing: Go all in on an ESPN Unlimited annual subscription for $299.99 and save 17% ($60) compared to paying monthly.

• Best bundle deal: Pay an extra $10 per month and get unlimited access to both ESPN and NFL+ with the $39.99/month ESPN Unlimited and NFL+ Premium bundle.

• Another great bundle option: Bundle ESPN Unlimited and Fox One for just $39.99 per month and save $10 per month.

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Good question. If you want to watch mainly in-market and nationally broadcast games, the cheapest way to do so is to sign up for the new YouTube TV Sports plan and Prime Video. The YouTube TV Sports plan is just $54.99 per month for your first year, and Prime Video on its own costs $8.99. That's a grand total of $63.98 per month. You'll also have to add Netflix into the mix for a couple of months to access those exclusive games, which will increase the total to $72.97 for those months.

You could also choose to go the à la carte route and sign up for individual services like ESPN Unlimited, Fox One, Peacock, Paramount+, and Prime Video. Here's what the price breakdown looks like at a glance.

YouTube TV Sports option

• $54.99 per month for your first year of YouTube TV Sports — includes ABC, ESPN, FOX, NBC, CBS, NFL Network

• $8.99 per month for Prime Video — Thursday Night Football

• $8.99 per month for Netflix — five exclusive games

Grant total: $63.98 per month without Netflix, $72.97 per month with Netflix

A la carte option

• $39.99 per month for ESPN Unlimited and Fox One — NFC games on Sunday afternoons and Monday Night Football games on ABC, ESPN, and ESPN+

• $10.99 per month for Peacock — Sunday Night Football games on NBC, plus Peacock-exclusive game

• $8.99 per month for Paramount+  — AFC games on Sunday afternoons

• $8.99 per month for Prime Video — Thursday Night Football

• $8.99 per month for Netflix — five exclusive games

Grant total: $68.96 per month without Netflix, $77.95 with Netflix

If you mainly want to watch out-of-market games, things look a little bit different. NFL Sunday Ticket is one of the only ways you can watch out-of-market games throughout the season. If you run and sign up before the season begins, new subscribers can score NFL Sunday Ticket for $30 per month, or $240 total for the regular season. For returning users, it'll cost you $47.25 per month, or $378 total, with a YouTube TV subscription, or $60 per month, or $480 total, without. Check out our guide to out-of-market games for more information.

Another option for out-of-market games is to sign up for a VPN and try using a different location with any of the live TV streaming services above. For more information about VPNs and how to watch the 2026–2027 NFL season from other countries (or pretend to), check out our guide to bypassing geo-restrictions.

TL;DR: Watch Atlético Madrid vs. Málaga in La Liga for free on CazéTV. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

La Liga is back. We've already enjoyed a number of fascinating fixtures from the opening weekend, but the league's biggest teams are still to play.

That includes Atlético Madrid, a team that kicks off its campaign against Málaga midweek. Diego Simeone will demand a win, as he always does. Every fixture matters in the battle against Real Madrid and Barcelona, after all.

If you're interested in watching Atlético Madrid vs. Málaga in La Liga from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.

When is Atlético Madrid vs. Málaga?

Atlético Madrid vs. Málaga in La Liga kicks off at 3 p.m. ET on Aug. 19. This fixture takes place at the Metropolitano Stadium.

How to watch Atlético Madrid vs. Málaga for free

Atlético Madrid vs. Málaga in La Liga is available to live stream for free on CazéTV.

CazéTV is geo-restricted to Brazil, 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 Brazil, meaning you can live stream Atlético Madrid vs. Málaga for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Atlético Madrid vs. Málaga for free by following these simple steps:

1. Sign up for a streaming-friendly VPN (we recommend ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice

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

4. Visit CazéTV

5. Watch Atlético Madrid vs. Málaga for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer generous money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Atlético Madrid vs. Málaga without committing your cash. This is obviously not a long-term strategy, but it gives you enough time to stream this fixture (plus additional Premier League action) before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for La Liga?

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

• Servers in 105 countries, including Brazil

• 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 usually offers a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99.

Live stream Atlético Madrid vs. Málaga for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

TL;DR: Paris Hilton co-designed a limited-edition version of Loop's Engage earplugs, featuring her signature Paris Pink and her signature on the carry case. The collab launches worldwide on Aug. 18 on Loop and Amazon, filtering background noise by up to 16 dB while keeping conversations clear.

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Paris Hilton teamed up with Loop Earplugs on a limited-edition version of the brand's Engage earplugs, and yes, they come in her go-to shade of pink. The collab takes Loop's best-selling Engage earplugs and gives them the Paris treatment: Paris Pink coloring, plus her signature stamped right on the carry case.

Functionally, they work the same way as the regular Engage earplugs, filtering out background noise by up to 16 decibels while still letting conversations come through clearly. So they're built less for total silence and more for taking the edge off loud, overstimulating environments, whether that's a concert, a crowded party, or just a chaotic afternoon.

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Loop co-founder Maarten Bodewes said the partnership felt like an easy fit, since Paris has spent years building a reputation for staying calm and composed no matter how loud or hectic things get around her.

Paris echoed that in her own statement, saying the earplugs help her stay locked in on what's actually in front of her, without dulling the moment entirely — and joked that of course they had to come in pink, since "everything's more iconic with a little sparkle."

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The Paris Hilton x Loop Engage earplugs go on sale from Aug. 18 on Loop and Amazon.

TL;DR: Battlefield 6's Top Gun crossover launched as part of Season 4's biggest update, adding three fully voiced Top Gun characters, themed jets and cosmetics, a reimagined Wake Island map, and a new Gauntlet mission in Battlefield REDSEC. A free trial is running on all platforms through Aug. 25.

Battlefield 6 just got a very specific kind of crossover. The game's Top Gun collaboration has arrived as part of Season 4's biggest update yet, with Paramount Games Studio helping bring it to life. If you've been curious but haven't committed, the timing works out — a free trial is running across PC and console through Aug. 25.

The crossover brings three characters from the Top Gun franchise into Battlefield 6, and all three are voiced by their original film performers. Lt. Bradley "Rooster" Bradshaw is voiced by Miles Teller, Lt. Robert "Bob" Floyd by Lewis Pullman, and Adm. Solomon "Warlock" Bates by Charles Parnell. Players can also unlock Top Gun-inspired character skins and cosmetics to match.

The update adds two new aircraft to pilot: the F-74A Seacat and the F/A-81F Super Spectre. Team up with a squadmate to take them into dogfights across a reimagined version of Wake Island, one of Battlefield's classic maps, now rebuilt for this crossover.

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A jets-only Gauntlet mission is now available, set on a reworked version of Tsuru Reef. The free trial runs through Aug. 25 across all platforms, giving players a window to check out the Top Gun content, the new jets, and the Season 4 update before committing to a purchase.

TL;DR: Watch season 3 of Love Is Blind: UK from anywhere in the world on Netflix. Episodes 1-8 go live on Aug. 19, episodes 9-10 launch on Aug. 26, and the Reunion Special is available on Aug. 30.

If your favorite kind of chaos involves British accents, awkward pods, and weddings where nobody is quite sure what's going to happen, Love Is Blind: UK is the show for you. Hosted by Emma and Matt Willis, the British spin-off delivers all the deep conversations and wild vacation drama of the original series, just with some added British flavor.

Whether you're trying to be first to watch every drop or need a workaround while traveling abroad, here is everything you need to know to stream Love Is Blind: UK from anywhere in the world.

When is season 3 of Love Is Blind: UK?

The third season of Love Is Blind UK will be released in three stages:

• Episodes 1-8 — Aug. 19

• Episodes 9-10 — Aug. 26

• Reunion Special — Aug. 30

Where to watch Love Is Blind: UK online

Love Is Blind: UK streams exclusively on Netflix worldwide. To stream series 3, you’ll need an active Netflix subscription

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If you are traveling, hotel WiFi or local network restrictions might trigger geo-blocks, alter your available Netflix content library, or prevent you from signing in altogether.

The most reliable way to maintain secure access to your home streaming accounts while abroad is by using a VPN. A quality VPN reroutes your internet connection through a secure server in your home country, ensuring uninterrupted access to your subscription services.

ExpressVPN is our top pick for streaming when abroad, 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 usually offers a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99.

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SAVE $15: Preorders for the Heated Rivalry Season 1 Collector's Edition 4K DVD are on sale for $69.99 at Amazon, down from the list price of $84.99. The set is scheduled for release on Nov. 24.

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[Lighter clicks]. August is getting warmer. Filming of Heated Rivalry Season 2 (and maybe Season 3?) is underway in Canada, and we now have artwork for the Collector's Edition DVD of Season 1. On top of these joys, the Collector's Edition is currently on sale.

As of Aug. 19, preorders at Amazon for the Heated Rivalry Season 1 Collector's Edition DVD are on sale for $69.99, marked down from the list price of $84.99. That's a $15 saving and an 18% discount. The set is scheduled for release on Nov. 24.

Back in June, when news dropped that the hit HBO/Crave show was coming to DVD, we knew there would be a special edition. We now have full details about the Collector's Edition, including artwork. With 4K UHD and Blu-ray quality, the Collector's Edition features the four-DVD set, collectible art cards, a double-sided mini poster, and a stress reliever in the form of a hockey puck.

SEE ALSO: The 'Heated Rivalry' soundtrack is coming to vinyl and CD: Where to buy every variant

When we first reported on DVD availability, the release date was set for late April 2027, but in more good news for loons, the launch date is now Nov. 24. For those in the U.S., that's two days before Thanksgiving this year.

In addition to the physical collector's items, the four-disk set includes behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with producer Brendan Brady and author Rachel Reid. The DVD also contains deleted scenes and a blooper reel.

If you've been rewatching the show on HBO but want to immortalize it in your physical media collection, the Collector's Edition is a solid choice. Considering its release before the holidays, it might also be the best Christmas gift of the year for fans of the show.

A fairy tale world lurks just outside of Portland, Oregon in Wildwood, the latest film from stop-motion studio LAIKA (Coraline, ParaNorman).

Directed by Travis Knight (Masters of the Universe) and based on the book by The Decemberists front man Colin Meloy, Wildwood is what you'd get if you set Jim Henson's Labyrinth in the Pacific Northwest. Like Labyrinth, the film follows a teenage girl's quest to save her baby brother from a magical world. In Wildwood's case, that girl is headstrong Prue McKeel (voiced by Peyton Elizabeth Lee), and that world is the Impassable Wilderness, an enchanted forest right in Portland's backyard.

SEE ALSO: LAIKA's 'Wildwood' teaser trailer promises a gorgeous stop-motion fairy tale

The Impassable Wilderness is home to many astonishing sights, including talking animals like the General (Angela Bassett), a majestic golden eagle who oversees the forest. It's also home to the mysterious and powerful Alexandra (Carey Mulligan), whose tragic backstory takes center stage in Wildwood's latest trailer. As the trailer shows, Alexandra lost her son. In her grief, she is determined to regain what the forest took from her. Could her quest be linked to the murder of crows who abducted Prue's brother?

Check out the full trailer above to see more of Prue's adventure, along with the beautiful stop-motion animation that brings the Impassable Wilderness to life. With its epic animal battles and vast forest landscapes, Wildwood looks like a technical marvel.

Wildwood also features the voices of Jacob Tremblay, Richard E. Grant, Awkwafina, Amandla Stenberg, Tom Waits, Charlie Day, Blythe Danner, Arthur Knight, Maya Erskine, Jake Johnson, Tantoo Cardinal, Rob Delaney, Jemaine Clement, Marc Evan Jackson, Len Cariou, Ólafur Darri Ólafsson, and Mahershala Ali.

Wildwood hits theaters Oct. 23.

SAVE OVER $30: As of Aug. 19, the JBL Grip portable speaker is on sale for $64.95 at Amazon. That's $35 off its full price of $99.95.

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A good portable speaker should be able to withstand trips to the beach, the pool, or camping this summer. If you've been on the hunt for a model like that to keep your favorite tunes going all day, look no further than the JBL Grip. As of Aug. 19, Amazon has even discounted several colors, so it's a great time to check it out.

While they're usually priced at $99.95, all of the available colors on Amazon's store page have been marked down to $64.95, saving you $35 overall. Some have even dropped to their lowest-ever prices with this deal, which is a great bonus.

Shoppers can also get a 90-day free trial of Amazon Music Unlimited with their purchase. This is only available to new subscribers.

SEE ALSO: Purple's Labor Day sale gets you a king mattress for the price of a queen — shop now for up to $400 off

The JBL Grip is IP68 waterproof, dustproof, and drop-proof from a height of 1 meter onto concrete. So no matter where your summer plans take you, it can handle the journey. It features AI Sound Boost, which analyzes music in real-time to optimize its output so it sounds fuller coming from the speaker.

Its battery will last you a very long time as well, up to 12 hours on a single charge, though you can get an extra two hours out of it with Playtime Boost. It even has a built-in ambient light, which is helpful as it gets darker out.

If you've been searching for a portable speaker, don't miss out on this great deal on the JBL Grip at Amazon.

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A brand new trailer for Jordan Firstman's queer drama Club Kid is here, and it's all about the major spanners life can throw in the works.

In his directorial debut, the Rotting in the Sun star also wrote the film and leads as New York City club promoter Peter, whose life with his friends is an endless, drug-fuelled bacchanalian spree, making enough money to get by. When a 10-year-old (The Other Bennet Sister's Reggie Absolom) shows up telling him he's his son, Peter's life is changed overnight, as he faces parenthood in the haze of hedonism.

Cara Delevingne, Diego Calva, Miss Benny, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, and Colleen Camp also star, with Anora Oscar-winner Alex Coco producing with Lurker's Galen Core.

A24 won the bidding war for Club Kid, beating the likes of Focus Features, Netflix, Searchlight, and Mubi among others.

Club Kid, which premiered at Cannes in May to a seven-minute standing ovation, will be showing at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September. Then, it hits cinemas Nov. 6.

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TL;DR: On Saturday, Aug. 22, Krispy Kreme is giving away one free Original Glazed doughnut to any customer wearing Pokémon merch, no purchase necessary. It's limited to one per guest, available in-store or at the drive-thru, and celebrates the launch of Krispy Kreme's Pokémon Doughnut Collection.

Krispy Kreme is giving Pokémon fans a real reason to raid their closets this weekend. Anyone wearing Pokémon merch to a participating location can score a free Original Glazed doughnut — no purchase required, no strings attached.

How to get your free doughnut

Head to a participating Krispy Kreme location on Saturday, Aug. 22, wearing anything Pokémon-themed — T-shirts, hats, socks, or yes, that onesie — and you'll walk out with one free Original Glazed doughnut. The deal works in-store and at the drive-thru, and it's limited to one doughnut per guest.

The giveaway ties into the launch of Krispy Kreme's Pokémon Doughnut Collection, which came out Aug. 18, celebrating the franchise's 30th anniversary with six new designs. Each one is themed and flavored after a different Pokémon: Pikachu comes filled with lemon Kreme, Charmander is stuffed with chocolate and toasted marshmallow, Squirtle gets a cotton candy buttercream, Jigglypuff is filled with strawberry buttercream, and Bulbasaur is finished with vanilla icing. There's also a Poke Ball-themed design to complete the lineup.

"We had so much fun bringing the world of Pokémon to life through doughnuts in a way only Krispy Kreme can," said Alison Holder, Chief Brand and Product Officer at Krispy Kreme.

Beyond the donuts, Krispy Kreme is selling Original Glazed Gold Dots in collectible Pokémon cups, plus themed dozen boxes.

TL;DR: Through Nov. 4, new Tovala customers get a free $299 Smart Oven by ordering meals six times in their first six months. Plans start at four meals a week for $27.98/week (50% off) with $10.99 shipping.

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Free stuff always comes with a catch, and Tovala's Labor Day deal is no exception — but this one's a pretty easy trade.

The meal delivery provider will give new customers a $299 Smart Oven for free, as long as they order meals six times within the first six months. Add in 50% off your first meal delivery, and it's one of the cheaper ways to get your hands on a smart cooking gadget and affordable meal plans.

How the deal works:

• New customers get a free Smart Oven (normally $299) after ordering meals six times in their first six months.

• Your first meal delivery is automatically 50% off — you just need to place that first order by 4 p.m. PT on Nov. 4.

• Shipping ($10.99) and taxes aren't included in the discount, and the deal can't be combined with gift cards or other promos.

• If you cancel your meal subscription before your first meal ships, you lose the discount — and it won't come back if you resubscribe later.

Tovala's plans run from four to 16 meals per week, so there's flexibility depending on how many people you're feeding (or how often you want to cook). Pricing ranges from $27.98/week (50% off) for four meals to $111.92/week (50% off) for 16 meals, plus $10.99 shipping either way. Even the smallest plan qualifies you for the free oven.

Plans are flexible, too — you can skip a week, pause, or cancel anytime, so a busy week (or a night you just don't feel like scanning a QR code) won't cost you anything.

Meals arrive mostly prepped, so you're doing about a minute of prep work, like adding a sauce or seasoning, before scanning a QR code with the oven. From there, the oven connects via WiFi to automatically start your meal's chef-perfected cooking cycle, and dinner's ready in 20 minutes or less.

SEE ALSO: The best meal kit delivery deals in 2026: Save on HelloFresh, Home Chef, and more

The oven isn't limited to Tovala meals, either. It scans barcodes on grocery staples and frozen foods for one-touch cooking with no preheating, and runs hundreds of preset recipes through the Tovala app. It can also cover the same ground as a conventional oven, with modes for steaming, air frying, baking, broiling, toasting, and reheating, depending on your model.

A free oven and half off your first order make it especially tempting to try Tovala — just get your first order in by Nov. 4.

Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you know international sports.

As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.

Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight, and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier — so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for the latest Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections: Sports Edition?

The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. The sports Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words, and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake — players get up to four mistakes before the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. Here's a hint for today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

• Yellow: State-specific

• Green: Regionally specific

• Blue: Same team

• Purple: International soccer

Here are today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:

• Yellow: Tennessee pro teams

• Green: SEC teams, familiarly

• Blue: First names of Dallas Wings players

• Purple: Associated with Italian soccer

Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.

Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.

Drumroll, please!

The solution to today's Connections: Sports Edition #695 is...

What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?

• Tennessee pro teams: GRIZZLIES, NASHVILLE SC, PREDATORS, TITANS

• SEC teams, familiarly: A&M, BAMA, MIZZOU, VANDY

• First names of Dallas Wings players: ARIKE, AZZI, ODYSSEY, PAIGE

• Associated with Italian soccer: AZZURRI, ROSSONERI, SAN SIRO, SCUDETTO

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new sports Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to today's Connections.