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Looking for something great to watch at home? Streaming subscribers are spoiled for choice between Hulu, Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+, Apple TV+, Prime Video, Shudder, Paramount+, Peacock, and more. And that's before you even look at the vast libraries of movies and television programs within each streamer!

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Don't be overwhelmed or waste an hour scrolling through your services to determine what to watch. We've got your back, whatever your mood. Mashable offers watch guides for all of the above, broken down by genre: comedy, thriller, horror, documentary, and animation, among others. But if you're seeking something brand-new (or just new to streaming), we've got you covered there, too.

Mashable's entertainment team has scoured the streaming services to highlight the most buzzed-about releases of this week and ranked them from worst to best — or least worth your time to most watchable. Whether you're hankering for superhero action, star-studded romance, gnarly horror, cozy crime, or a fan-focused documentary, we've got something just for you.

7. Winter Spring Summer or Fall

Wednesday fans might welcome this romantic drama that reunites Jenna Ortega and Percy Hynes White. However, the buzz was very bad on the Tiffany Paulsen–helmed film.

Out of the Tribeca Film Festival, Mashable's Belen Edwards reviewed the film, writing, "Winter Spring Summer or Fall seems to think it's a Gen Z Before Sunrise" noting the movie takes place over a year instead of a night, and you feel it. She added, "Generic teen romance tropes and cringeworthy dialogue don't help, but the cardboard characterization and excruciating series of red flag-filled 'meet-cutes' take the film from unremarkable to downright painful to watch." — K.P.

Starring: Jenna Ortega, Percy Hynes White, Marisol Nichols, Elias Kacavas, and Adam Rodriguez

How to watch: Winter Spring Summer or Fall debuts on Paramount+ on Sept. 1.

6. Thunderbolts*

The 36th MCU movie plays like Marvel's version of Suicide Squad, boasting a star-stuffed cast that includes Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, and David Harbour playing chaotic antiheroes.

Misfits like Yelena Belova (Pugh), Bucky (Stan), Red Guardian (Harbour), Taskmaster (Olga Kurylenko), Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen), and John Walker (Wyatt Russell) are united by CIA director Valentina de Fontaine (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) — whether she likes it or not! Together, they must not only battle a new big bad who's terrorizing New York City, but also their own inner demons.

Despite a promising setup and exciting cast, Thunderbolts* wasn't what fans hoped for. In my review for Mashable, I wrote, "Sure, there's action, callbacks, deep-dive comic book lore, and the occasional character-driven comedy beat. But overall, Thunderbolts* feels like two to six ideas for a movie haphazardly cobbled together. There's little flow, less fun, and a final act that feels more like a cheat than an achievement."* — K.P.

Starring: Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, Olga Kurylenko, Hannah John-Kamen, Wyatt Russell, Lewis Pullman, David Harbour, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus

How to watch: Thunderbolts* is now available for purchase on Prime Video.

5. Together

The last time real-life married couple Dave Franco and Alison Brie teamed up for horror, it was the scintillating thriller The Rental. But Together brings them closer than any film before.

Written and directed by Michael Shanks, Together stars Franco and Brie as a couple struggling to take the next step in their relationship. Moving to the countryside for a new job, Millie (Brie) is excited for a fresh start with her boyfriend Tim (Franco), an aspiring musician who's been stuck since a family tragedy. But in this new setting, Tim just feels trapped. And things only get worse when a bizarre experience in the woods has these two finding their skin very eager to knit together.

While the premise is promising, the body horror can't out-ick something like the Oscar-nominated The Substance. However, as I wrote in my review for Mashable, "Still, Together is a twisted ride that's sure to give you goosebumps." — K.P.

Starring: Dave Franco, Alison Brie, and Damon Herriman

How to watch: Together is now available to rent or purchase on Prime Video.

4. I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025)

Part reboot, part sequel, I Know What You Did Last Summer not only pulls major inspiration from the 1997 original, but co-stars Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr. as well.

In the fishing village of Southport, North Carolina, a gaggle of teens accidentally kills someone, covers it up, and seems to have gotten away with it. That is, until a mysterious figure with a hook as a weapon starts stalking them down. Who better to help them survive than the Final Girl (and guy) from the first film?

SEE ALSO: 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' review: Still has a great hook

In his review for Mashable, Jason Adams cheered, "Here, Robinson's film leans into the fun of horror legacy, playing to the strengths of the '90s original and throwing curveballs at a new generation. It's all a learning process: When life stabs you, you strike a pose in your designer jeans and vintage rock tee and stab it the hell back, baby." — K.P.

Starring: Madelyn Cline, Chase Sui Wonders, Jonah Hauer-King, Tyriq Withers, Sarah Pidgeon, Billy Campbell, Gabbriette Bechtel, Austin Nichols, Freddie Prinze Jr., and Jennifer Love Hewitt

How to watch: I Know What You Did Last Summer is now available to rent or purchase on Prime Video.

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3. Wednesday, Season 2, Part 2

With all the burning questions we had at the end of Wednesday Season 2, Part 1, we're chomping at the bit to get into the second half. After the festering hell that broke loose in Willow Hill, the fate of Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega) seems up in the air. But Part 2 promises the return of Gwendoline Christie as Season 1's early departed Principal Weems, answers to the curliest question marks, more Edgar Allan Poe energy, and the awaited arrival of Lady Gaga.

But most of all, we need more of Wednesday's eviscerating barbs in our life — as Belen Edwards writes in her Part 1 review, "With one deadly glare and a dry putdown in voiceover, Ortega's Wednesday is still a force to be reckoned with. (Especially now that she's not burdened with a love triangle!) Watching her detective exploits continues to be pure gothic fun, and that's something worth snapping about." — S.C.

Starring: Jenna Ortega, Isaac Ordonez, Victor Dorobantu, Luis Guzmán, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Joanna Lumley, Fred Armisen, Emma Myers, Hunter Doohan, Joy Sunday, Moosa Mostafa, Georgie Farmer, Noah B. Taylor, Evie Templeton, Steve Buscemi, Billie Piper, Christopher Lloyd, Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo, Jamie McShane, and Thandiwe Newton

How to watch: Wednesday, Season 2, Part 2 premieres on Netflix on Sept. 3.

2. Stans

Shady Films–produced Eminem documentary Stans is truly one for the fans in every sense of the word — one born from the 2000 Eminem song itself.

SEE ALSO: Review: Eminem's 'Stans' documentary is truly one for the fans

Amid the famous talking heads and longtime fans interviewed, director Steven Leckart and producers Paul Rosenberg and Tony DiSanto attempt to get to the heart of both the artist known as Marshall Mathers and the nature of fandom itself. As I wrote in my review, Stans is "an ode to the connection between artistic empathy and mental health, a compelling exploration of fandom itself and parasocial relationships, and — specifically thanks to Eminem's final line — a middle finger to anyone who has anything negative to say about it." — S.C.

How to watch: Stans is now streaming on Paramount+.

1. The Thursday Murder Club

Based on the popular mystery novel by Richard Osman, The Thursday Murder Club focuses on a quartet of pensioners who use their diverse set of skills to solve cold cases over tea and cake.

SEE ALSO: 'The Thursday Murder Club' review: 'Only Murders' fans, brace for your new cozy crime fixation

This cozy crime comedy stars Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley, and Celia Imrie as the eponymous club, which sets out to solve a decades-old murder but finds fresh blood. In a resplendent retirement community in England, this dynamic foursome crack jokes as they crack into the case with the help of local police and some unsavory suspects. If you loved the book, you'll relish director Chris Columbus' earnest adaptation. If you haven't read the books, use this as your launchpad to get into a series that of novels that is downright addictive! — K.P.

Starring: Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley, Celia Imrie, David Tennant, Jonathan Pryce, Naomi Ackie, Daniel Mays, Henry Lloyd-Hughes, Richard E. Grant, Tom Ellis, Geoff Bell, Paul Freeman, Sarah Niles, and Ingrid Oliver

How to watch: The Thursday Murder Club premieres on Netflix on Aug. 28.

SAVE $140: As of Aug. 28, the 15.6-inch MSI Thin 15 gaming laptop is on sale for $759.99 at Amazon. That's the best-ever price for this model.

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For those hunting for a laptop that’s powerful enough for gaming, creative work, and fast multitasking, this MSI laptop deal is for you.

As of Aug. 28, the MSI Thin 15 15.6-inch 144Hz FHD gaming laptop has dropped to $759.99 at Amazon, marked down from its usual $899.99 list price. That’s a 16% discount, and according to tracker camelcamelcamel, that’s its lowest price ever.

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At the heart of the Thin 15 is the 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13620H processor, designed to give you a performance boost whether you’re gaming, working, or streaming. Paired with 16GB of DDR4 memory and a fast 512GB NVMe SSD, it promises snappy response times and enough storage for your key apps and titles.

For graphics, MSI has gone with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050. Built on NVIDIA’s Ada architecture, it supports ray tracing to render lighting and reflections closer to how they behave in real life. Whether you’re jumping into demanding modern games or using creative software, it should have more than enough punch.

The laptop also sports a 15.6-inch FHD display with a 144Hz refresh rate, aiming to continusouly keep gameplay smooth and responsive. Altogether, that means you’ll be able to dive into hit titles like Fortnite, Valorant, and Cyberpunk 2077 with ease. 

Combined with WiFi 6E connectivity and the latest Windows 11 Home, the package feels modern, sharp, and future-proof.

Despite its gaming credentials, the design gives off an understated vibe. The Thin 15 is built for portability, so you can just as easily take it to a coffee shop for work as you can plug it in at home for a marathon gaming session. MSI’s intelligent technology also helps with system optimisation, keeping performance balanced without endless manual tweaking.

At just $759.99, this is one of the best-value gaming laptops you can get right now. It’s rare to find an i7 paired with RTX 4050 graphics and a high-refresh screen for under $800 — so if you’ve been holding out for a deal, this could be the upgrade worth grabbing.

The MSI Thin 15 isn’t the only portable system we’re a fan of; we’ve got a huge roundup of the best gaming laptops you can grab right now in 2025. We’ve also got a list of the best gaming laptops with Nvidia GPUs this year, too — if you’re the type of gamer who’s exclusive to certain graphics cards. 

Stephen King paused his recent run of horror movie reviews on Wednesday to give a damning assessment of what Trump is doing to America.

The legendary author, who has attacked Trump on social media many times in the past, accused the president of turning the country into a fascist state.

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"We can kid about Trump, but it’s no joking matter," he wrote on X (formerly Twitter). "He and his cronies, aided and abetted by the Supreme Court, are turning America into a fascist, authoritarian state. The Republicans need to stop putting party over country and recognize the danger."

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King's post comes after Trump recently made a comment about dictators during a cabinet meeting,

"So the line is that I'm a dictator, but I stop crime," Trump said. "So a lot of people say, 'You know, if that's the case, I'd rather have a dictator.' But I'm not a dictator. I just know how to stop crime."

Trump has received widespread criticism in recent weeks for deploying the National Guard in Washington D.C. and placing it under federal control as part of a supposed crackdown on crime. His recent remarks about dictators come on the heels of renewed criticism over his plan to expand the policy to Chicago and New York.

Dedicated runners and athletes of all types are always looking for ways to squeeze out everything they can from their program. And that absolutely applies to the equipment used on a daily basis. Is a new sports watch immediately going to shave seconds off your PR? Unfortunately not, but it can have a lasting impact on your training.

The battle for supremacy in this market is fierce. The likes of Garmin, Fitbit, and Coros are constantly beating each other to the line with new releases that change the game (or at least, change the way you approach the game). But it's Suunto that has laid a marker down with the launch of the Suunto Race 2 sports watch.

This feature-packed sports watch is staking a claim to be the best running watch of 2025, particularly for those who like to get away from it all and head out into the wilderness. The Suunto Race 2 is a "trail running watch built for runners who demand precision, clarity, and endurance."

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The big question whenever a brand launches a new product is whether or not you should bother upgrading from the older model (or from another brand). Suunto has a really strong reputation for delivering products that actually back up what they claim to offer, but the Suunto Race 2 promises a lot. For those looking at their wrists with a sense of disappointment and longing, the Suunto Race 2 might just provide what you're seeking.

The Suunto Race 2 features a 1.5-inch screen with an ultra-high resolution of 466×466 pixels. That's up from the 1.43-inch display on the Suunto Race. Sure, it's not a huge change. But it's all about where the real estate is dedicated on your wrist, because Suunto has increased the size of the display while decreasing the size of the case. At just 12.5mm, the case is considerably thinner than the Suunto Race. That helps to keep the weight down. The Suunto Race 2 is 6% thinner and lighter than its predecessor, "weighing just 57g without the strap and 75g with it." Maybe a new sports could shave seconds off your PR, after all.

SEE ALSO: The internet's obsession with run clubs is ruining running

But what about features for runners, we hear you yell above the sound of your carbon-plated shoes squelching along the road. The Suunto Race 2 offers up a new processor that provides an all-around friendlier user experience. Users also get up to 55 hours of continuous GPS tracking in full-performance mode using dual-band GNSS, up to 16 days with continuous 24/7 heart rate monitoring, or up to 22 days with heart rate monitoring off. That means you can stop charging your watch at all times of the day. Rejoice, runners.

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The Suunto Race 2 also comes equipped with over 115 built-in sports modes, including running and cycling, obviously. But if you're somehow not seeing exactly what you need, users can create unique sports modes that match their exact training requirements. It's simply a case of only selecting the metrics you find useful and customizing the data fields accordingly. That way, the personalized setup helps you improve training efficiency by only showing you what matters.

Another nice touch is the fact that users can download offline maps directly to their Suunto Race 2 via the Suunto app, meaning you get full route navigation without a phone or network connection. Safety is clearly in mind here, but it's also cool to know that you can step foot outside whenever the feeling takes you, without needing to get your life together before every run.

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We know that the world of running is out of control right now, and it feels like everyone is desperately chasing PRs, but there is something to be said for gaining gradual fitness while minimizing the risk of injury. The Suunto Race 2 helps here by quantifying each workout using a Training Stress Score, giving users a picture of how much strain each session places on the body. Simultaneously, Suunto Race 2 assesses recovery by combining sleep quality, training stress balance, heart rate variability, and post-workout feedback into a Recovery Score — a useful metric that shows you exactly when you should be resting and when to really go for it. Whether you actually listen to this is up to you.

We haven't yet had a chance to test this new sports watch, but it looks like decent value at $499 on Amazon.

UPDATE: Aug. 28, 2025, 12:00 a.m. EDT We've updated this post with updated links and context following the QC Ultra earbuds preorder going live.

Bose announced back in June that new QuietComfort Ultra earbuds were on the way, and as of today, we're one step closer to seeing them officially hit the market.

As of Aug. 28, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds (2nd gen) are for preorder for $299 on Bose's website. They will become available to the public starting on Sept. 10 in the white smoke and black colorways, with the deep plum variant scheduled for availability in October. At $299, they are available for the same exact price that their predecessor was upon release.

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Among Mashable's team, we consider the first generation of the QC Ultra earbuds to be the best noise-cancelling earbuds out there. True to their name, we also found them incredibly comfortable to wear for long periods of time. In fact, the only real complaint we had with them was that they were difficult to remove from their case.

Despite knocking it out of the park the first generation around, Bose is bringing more improvements to these new earbuds. Here's a list of what to expect:

• New AI-noise suppression for improved voice clarity during phone calls (whether using one or two earbuds)

• Wireless case charging

• Improvements in adaptive noise cancellation, with smoother transitions to noise cancellation from Aware Mode when using ActiveSense

• The ability to toggle off touch controls

• Ear tips have guard to prevent wax buildup and make cleaning easier

Compared to the previous generation, the design of the earbuds themselves and their case remains largely unchanged, with the classic stability bands and ear tips. Also staying the same is the six-hour battery life (four hours with Immersive Audio), IPX4 water- and sweat-resistance rating, 20-minute quick charge for up to two hours of use, CustomTune sound calibration tech, and Bluetooth 5.3 multipoint connectivity.

Is the upgrade worth it?

In our first week of testing, we've found the earbuds to perform very similarly to the previous generation, with some improvements in noise cancellation, sound quality, and more available features like wireless charging. While the changes certainly don't justify an immediate upgrade for first-gen QC Ultra owners, these earbuds might be a nice upgrade for folks who've yet to invest in a pair of premium noise-cancelling earbuds.

If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine.

There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown.

An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle.

If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered.

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To lead.

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GUIDE

Hurdle Word 2 hint

To frighten.

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SCARE

Hurdle Word 3 hint

A fun gathering.

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PARTY

Hurdle Word 4 hint

Different.

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OTHER

Final Hurdle hint

A home.

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HOUSE

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

TL;DR: Live stream the 2025 Zurich Diamond League Final for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The World Athletics Championships are just around the corner, with the best athletes from all around the world ready to compete for the top prizes. Qualification for the World Championships was particularly fierce this year, which means the Zurich Diamond League Final takes on extra importance.

Winning the final in Zurich secures a spot at the World Championships in Tokyo. That's a huge carrot for top athletes like Josh Hoey and Yared Nuguse.

If you want to watch the 2025 Zurich Diamond League Final for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is the Zurich Diamond League Final?

The 2025 Zurich Diamond League Final takes place on Aug 27-28. This event takes place at the Letzigrund Stadium.

How to watch the 2025 Zurich Diamond League Final for free

The 2025 Zurich Diamond League Final is available to live stream for free on BBC iPlayer.

BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK. This process makes it look like you're connecting from the UK, so you can access BBC iPlayer from anywhere in the world.

Access BBC iPlayer by following these simple steps:

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

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

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

4. Visit BBC iPlayer

5. Live stream the 2025 Zurich Diamond League Final for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to BBC iPlayer without actually spending anything. This is not a long-term solution, but it gives you time to stream the 2025 Zurich Diamond League Final before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for BBC iPlayer?

ExpressVPN is the best service for streaming live sport on BBC iPlayer, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including the UK

• 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

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.95 (including money-back guarantee).

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

We're sure you're already aware, but just in case you've been living under a rock, you should know that more than a third of U.S. states have introduced age verification laws for online adult content, including Florida. In response to the introduction of these new requirements, Pornhub has restricted access to millions of potential users. A similar situation is now taking place in other parts of the world, with no sign of slowing down.

The reasons for this ban are complicated, but the workaround is not. If you want to unblock porn sites like Pornhub for free from Florida, we have all the information you need.

How to unblock Pornhub for free in Florida

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

Unblock Pornhub by following these simple steps:

1. Sign up for a VPN (like ExpressVPN)

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

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in a location that supports access to Pornhub

4. Visit Pornhub

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

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

What is the best VPN for Pornhub?

ExpressVPN is the top choice for unblocking porn sites like Pornhub, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries

• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast streaming speeds free from throttling

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $139 and includes an extra four months for free — 61% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.95 (including money-back guarantee).

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TL;DR: Online courses from Stanford University are available to take for free on edX.

edX is one of the best places to find online courses on a wide range of subjects, including AI, Python, business, and much more. And better yet, these online courses are delivered by famous schools like Stanford University. This is your chance to become a student of Stanford University without spending anything.

We have checked out everything on offer and got you started with a standout selection of online courses from Stanford University. These are the best Stanford University courses you can take for free this month.

• Algorithms: Design and Analysis

• Algorithms: Design and Analysis Part 2

• American Prophet: The Inner Life and Global Vision of Martin Luther King, Jr.

• Communicating with Presence

• Compilers

• Computer Science 101

• Databases: Advanced Topics in SQL

• Databases: Modeling and Theory

• Databases: OLAP and Recursion

• Databases: Relational Databases and SQL

• Designing Your Career

• Introduction to the Natural Capital Project Approach

• Language, Proof, and Logic

• Mining Massive Datasets

• Nano at Stanford

• Quantum Mechanics for Scientists and Engineers 1

• Quantum Mechanics for Scientists and Engineers 2

• R Programming Fundamentals

• SafetyQuest: Level One - QI Basics

• SafetyQuest: Level Two - Moving Beyond QI Basics

• SafetyQuest: Level Three - Implementing QI

• SafetyQuest: Level Four - Mastering QI

• Semantics of First-Order Logic

• Statistical Learning with Python

• Statistical Learning with R

• The Threat of Nuclear Terrorism

• Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria

• Your Body Inside and Out: Using Exercise Physiology to Slow Aging

These free courses do not include certificates of completion or graded assignments/exams, but you can still learn at your own pace. For unlimited access to everything, you'll need to upgrade.

Find the best free online courses from Stanford University at edX.

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The moon is becoming brighter and fuller as we work our way through the lunar cycle. The lunar cycle takes about 29.5 days, according to NASA, and these different phases happen as the Sun lights up different parts of the moon whilst it orbits Earth. 

So let's see what's happening with the moon tonight, Aug. 28.

What is today’s moon phase?

As of Thursday, Aug. 28, the moon phase is Waxing Crescent, and 25% will be lit up to us on Earth, according to NASA's Daily Moon Observation.

The moon is finally bright and big enough for us to spot some interesting features on its surface. With no visual aids, look to the top right (bottom left if you're in the Southern Hemisphere) to see the Mare Crisium and the Mare Fecunditatis. With binoculars or a telescope, you'll also get a glimpse of the Endymion Crater.

When is the next full moon?

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

What are moon phases?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This content originally appeared on Mashable for a US audience and has been adapted for the UK audience.

Do you like your face to be constantly nestled in a cozy, luxurious beard? Or do you prefer to eradicate every single follicle from your beautiful mug? Maybe you like some facial hair but you want it in a very specific style. However you prefer it, the fact remains: You need the right tools to take care of your facial hair.

It's a case of doing whatever it takes to not look a scraggly mess. If your face isn't looking its best, you're not going to feel your best. That's a rule of manly life.

To get the job done, you need a good beard trimmer. Thankfully, many of the best beard trimmers are very affordable. But what makes a good beard trimmer? And how do you find the best one for you? There are things to consider: Portability, battery life, maintenance, and attachments. Let's break it down with a quick guide.

What are the different types of beard trimmers?

Beard trimmers are mostly alike: Cordless handheld devices that get the job done with a quick flick of a switch. There are some variations on the design, though. Philips and Gillette both offer a trimmer that’s much closer to a regular razor, which may be preferable for gents who like a close shave, or those who just enjoy the feel of a traditional razor. It's specialist features that make the difference — things such as multiple length settings or a built-in vacuum that collects all the beard trimmings.

What are the best beard trimmer accessories?

It’s less a case of which ones are best and more a case of getting what you need. Standard beard trimmer accessories include comb attachments of different grades, usually in increments of 0.5mm, which allow you to maintain beards of all lengths. Other handy accessories are detailing attachments, which are used for shaping, styling, and crafting your beard with sharp, defined cheek and neck lines. There are even attachments for targeting ear, nose, and body hair. Look out for beard trimmers that come with little cleaning brushes and portable carry cases too.

How long does a beard trimmer battery last?

Different beard trimmers pack different levels of power. Bear in mind that more specialist models may have lower runtimes, but a reasonable life for most beard trimmers is 45-60 minutes. Good beard trimmers will have a quick charge feature, which gives you around 15 minutes use from a five-minute charge. Always handy.

How often should you trim your beard?

There’s no exact science, though barbers recommend trimming every three days to keep your beard style precise. That applies to longer beards, of course. For stubble or short beards, a daily run-over with the right comb attachment will do.

What is the best beard trimmer?

Facial hair is something that's very personal, so picking out a beard trimmer is naturally going to be a very personal choice. Choose a trimmer that makes the most sense for your facial hair style, and, most importantly, a trimmer that will ensure you look and feel like your best self. We took these factors into account while searching the internet for the best beard trimmers available right now.

These are the best beard trimmers in 2025.

This content originally appeared on Mashable for a US audience and has been adapted for the UK audience.

We're gonna assume that you already own an electric toothbrush. It's pretty much the standard for dental care these days and a must-have bathroom accessory. If you don’t own an electric toothbrush, your toothy-pegs need to get with the times. Because seriously: We're way beyond doing the job of brushing ourselves. We're not cavemen anymore, guys. And there are huge dental health benefits to electric toothbrushes.

Recent studies confirm that electric toothbrushes users have healthier gums and less tooth decay. That's especially true with electric toothbrushes that have “oscillating” heads, which rotate in both directions and sweep away even more plaque.

In addition to all that, electric toothbrushes are seriously advanced in 2025. The best models have multiple cleaning modes, Bluetooth and app control, pressure sensors, and more. All of which makes it harder to upgrade. How can you possibly know which model is best for you and your teeth? To help you out, here’s some information to brush up on electric toothbrush tech, plus a selection of the very best models.

What makes a good electric toothbrush?

We can get really detailed but there are some very basic things to look out for:

• Action — There are different types of toothbrushes that provide different movements, such as oscillating (rotates in one direction and back again), pulsing (moving backwards and forwards against teeth), and rotating (bristles that actually turn).

• Battery life — Thankfully, most electric toothbrushes come with a charging base, though some are powered by regular batteries (that all depends on how fancy the toothbrush is). But still check battery times. A few weeks’ worth of power is good.

• Replacement heads — The head of your toothbrush will need replacing. That’s just a dentist-endorsed fact of life. Some toothbrushes come with a few heads, which is helpful. If not, look out for models that have readily available replacement heads.

Keep these things in mind when shopping around for a new model.

How often should you change your toothbrush head?

General advice is to change every three months, though the more specific rule says when the bristles are worn down. Some brush heads have bristles that change colour to let you know when it’s time to replace the head. While brands like Oral-B and Philips offer lots of different toothbrush models, the heads tend to be one-size-fits-all.

What are the best electric toothbrush features?

As well as the basics, there are lots of more specialised features to consider. Here are some key features that we think are are worth knowing about:

• App connectivity — The most advanced toothbrushes will connect to an app via your smartphone, giving real-time feedback and advice on your brushing. These toothbrushes may also have AI capabilities that adapt to your bushing style.

• Pressure sensor — Pressure sensors will alert you if you’re pressing too hard, which can lead to damage to your gums and tooth enamel. Oral-B includes this feature in its SmartRing, which lights up to warn you if you’re brushing too hard.

• Two-minute timer — Exactly as it sounds, this alerts you when you’ve cleaned for the recommended two minutes. Some timers also pause every 30 seconds, helping you clean each “quadrant” of your mouth equally.

What is the best electric toothbrush?

There's a wide range of quality electric toothbrushes on the market, with models from big names in smart tech and personal care. Everyone's dental needs are different, and everyone's toothbrush needs are different too. All we can do is point you in the direction, helping you to upgrade to a toothbrush that suits you.

These are the best electric toothbrushes for 2025.

SAVE $60: The Insignia 32-inch LED Smart Fire TV is once again marked down to $69.99 at Amazon, a steep 46% discount from its retail price.

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We're not sure if we should call this a back-to-school sale, a Labor Day sale, or a really convenient impulse buy for college students. Whatever you call it, this 32-inch Insignia TV with the Fire TV OS is ridiculously affordable right now.

We've seen this TV go on sale for events like Prime Day, and now it's back to its lowest-ever price for the tail-end of the back-to-school shopping season. So, if you still need to outfit your dorm (dorm decorating is so popular it was the subject of a recent thinkpiece in The Atlantic) for the 2025-2026 school year, finish it off with a TV.

Specifically, a smart mini TV. This 32-inch Insignia LED TV is appropriately dorm-sized, and at $69.99, it won't completely wreck your budget.

SEE ALSO: The ultimate back-to-college gear guide: 45+ picks for the new semester

This smart TV comes loaded with the Amazon Fire TV OS, which means you don't need a separate streaming stick to watch Netflix, Disney Plus, Hulu, Max, and Prime Video. You can simply pop on the TV and start streaming the latest college football games, Love Island, or whatever TV shows will be trending a few months from now. With the included Alexa voice remote, you only need to press a single button.

And if you have a little more room in the budget (and a little more square footage), you can also grab a 40-inch Amazon Fire TV on sale for $179.99, or a Vizio 40-inch HD Smart TV for $138.

Last year, I thought Google’s Pixel 9 was a perfectly fine Android phone saddled with a bunch of AI features that ranged from “sorta neat to try once” to “actively pointless.” I had a similar experience with the Google Pixel 10.

The base model of Google’s latest flagship, to its credit, does offer a couple of much-needed hardware improvements, namely a larger battery and a telephoto zoom lens on the phone’s rear camera array. But for at least the second year in a row, Google has largely focused on AI features.

Google Pixel 10 will do just fine if you’re in need of a solid Android handset that takes nice photos and can give you a full day of use out of a single charge. And if you're excited about new AI smartphone features, this phone has a few notable ones. Beyond that, it's hard to get too excited about new phones in the era of incremental improvements.

Google Pixel 10: Price and specs The display is pretty nice. Credit: Joe Maldonado/Mashable

For starters, this is a $799 phone, just like the Pixel 9 was a year ago. In the tariffs era, that's a win in and of itself. Here’s what you get for that price, specs-wise:

• 6.3-inch display with 1080x2424 resolution and 60-120Hz adaptive refresh rate

• Up to 3,000 nits peak brightness

• 12GB RAM

• 128GB/256GB storage

• Google Tensor G5 chip

• 4,970mAh battery

While a proper 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate (which you can get on Pixel 10 Pro) would probably help with battery efficiency, the display on offer for Pixel 10 is more than good enough. Its peak brightness is 300 nits higher than last year’s model, and I never found myself wanting for more while using the Pixel 10 in broad daylight. Everything is vivid and clear, making it a good display for both everyday usage and previewing your photos before you take them.

Aside from that, the only other big difference from the Pixel 9 is the larger battery. Pixel 9’s cell was 4,700mAh, for context. More on this later.

Google Pixel 10: Design Google didn't reinvent the wheel this year. Credit: Joe Maldonado/Mashable

Pixel 10 comes in four colors: Indigo, Frost, Lemongrass, and Obsidian. My review unit was the Indigo model, and I think it’s downright gorgeous. It’s no pink iPhone, but it’s closer than any phone in recent memory to looking as good as that, in my opinion. 

Otherwise, you’d be forgiven for looking at a Pixel 10 and thinking it’s just a Pixel 9. Google didn’t go back to the drawing board this year. Pixel 10 still uses the same Cyclops-style (X-Men, not Greek mythology) horizontal camera bar at the top of the phone’s backside. The only immediate visual tell that this phone is any different from the Pixel 9 is the presence of that third camera lens on the back.

I don’t mind this, but it does underscore my overall point that if you’re not really excited about AI features, there isn’t a ton to get hyped about this year.

Google Pixel 10: Performance The Pixel 10 comes in four colors, and I really like one of them. Credit: Joe Maldonado/Mashable

The Pixel 10 is powered by a new Tensor G5 chip. Spoiler alert: It's fine!

Performance on Pixel 10 is more than adequate. Apps work quickly and smoothly, and more intensive tasks like Gemini or other AI features operate efficiently. I did notice the phone getting a little warm after extended use, but that’s nothing that a good case can’t fix. Sadly, the benchmarking software we use (Geekbench 6) was not available on Pixel 10 at the time of writing, so I can’t offer precise metrics for this initial review.

Still, in my time with the phone, performance has been smooth.

Google Pixel 10: Battery life

Battery life is also solid. Impressive, even.

Google rates the Pixel 10 for more than 30 hours on a charge, which I was not quite able to achieve in my testing. Some important context is that I used the phone’s 120Hz mode in testing, which almost certainly reduced the battery life. Even so, I was still able to go roughly 26 or 27 hours between charges, not counting time spent sleeping. Not bad, Google.

Google Pixel 10: AI features It's all about AI this year. Credit: Joe Maldonado/Mashable

Pixel 10 expands on the AI toolkit that Google has been building up for the past couple of years, sometimes in ways that feel genuinely useful and transformative, but often in ways that feel superfluous.

Let’s start with the good features. Pixel 10 offers live language translation during phone calls across a variety of commonly spoken global dialects. It happens on-device, and it enables levels of communication that may not have been feasible before. This is the kind of neat thing that AI can and should enable.

I was able to test this in a rudimentary fashion using whatever Spanish I could remember from high school and college. It was able to consistently pick up what I was saying. It does take a second to process what each speaker said, so conversations aren't seamless. Also, unlike other live translation features we've seen, it uses AI to translate what you said using your own voice. It's jarring to hear myself saying things in Spanish I didn't actually say.

I suspect this will be a love-it or hate-it feature. Personally, I would have preferred a generic voice instead, but it moves us closer to real-time universal translation.

Magic Cue in action. Credit: Screenshot: Alex Perry/Google

The other potentially interesting new AI feature is Magic Cue, which is admittedly hard to test because it’s entirely context-dependent. The basic idea here is that if you have personal information stored somewhere in your data, like in a text message, Gmail, or Calendar event, Magic Cue can pull up that information when you need it most. 

For instance, if I had information pertaining to an upcoming flight or hotel stay somewhere in my phone and someone texted me to ask about it, the Pixel 10 would bring up that information in the Messages app, without me needing to actively search for it. I tested this out by making a fake dinner reservation in my Calendar for Domino’s Pizza. When I texted the Pixel 10 from my everyday phone asking about the reservation, lo and behold, a little Calendar app icon appeared in the text window, taking me to that information.

Magic Cue is another example of an AI feature that will definitely save time for folks, even if it's not necessarily saving a ton of time.

My personalized Daily Hub. Credit: Screenshot: Alex Perry/Google

Unfortunately, the rest of the new AI features on Pixel 10 are mediocre, at best. There’s a new Daily Hub widget that collates things like the weather forecast, calendar events, YouTube videos, and news articles into one place. It’s a nice idea, in theory, but the most useful aspects of it (weather and events) have nothing to do with AI and take about 10 seconds to check outside of Daily Hub. I never wanted to tap on any of the news or YouTube recommendations, and the row of personalized Gemini prompts didn't tempt me at all.

For example, the Pixel 10 recommended that I ask Gemini about the Kansas City Royals pitching staff because it knows I’m a Royals fan. When I did, it spit out the same basic stats you'd find on the ESPN app, alongside some simplistic analysis like, “the Royals have a good pitching staff.” As a baseball fan, I don't really find that useful or compelling. If you're newer to the game, I could see it being useful for learning things like what the WHIP stat means (walks and hits per innings pitched, you're welcome), but I can't say it served me in any meaningful way.

Speaking of Gemini, Gemini Live and Circle to Search are back, integrating AI search with the Pixel 10’s camera. That means you can highlight an object in your field of view while talking to Gemini and ask the chatbot questions about said object. I was able to ask Gemini how many calories were in a can of Monster I was drinking, and it told me. That’s neat, I guess, but I could also just, you know, look at the can. That said, I can easily see this working out in certain circumstances, like when you want to identify a plant or a bug.

No edits here. Credit: Alex Perry/Mashable You can tell it's edited. Credit: Alex Perry/Mashable

Lastly, I’d say the biggest addition to the photo editing suite this year is the ability to generatively edit images with text prompts. I took a picture of a flag during the day and asked the phone to make it sunset instead. I also told it to add a “jolly old man” to a photo of some dogs I took. Did it work? Sure, though the final results were extremely fake-looking. 

I hate this. Credit: Alex Perry/Mashable

There are, of course, times when this might be useful. If you're inclined to sand out the imperfections in photos for social media, for instance, it's certainly easier to type "remove the pimple" than it is to do all of that yourself. Based on my experiences with this feature, I'd say it's best left to less-creative tasks like that.

Google Pixel 10: How are the cameras? Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

Google made some fairly significant changes to the rear camera array this year. Here are the overall camera specs:

• Rear cameras: 48MP wide, 13MP ultrawide, 10.8MP telephoto

• Front camera: 10.5MP

For reference, the Pixel 9’s wide lens was 50MP and the ultrawide lens was 48MP. That feels like a big downgrade, at least numerically, but it’s not without good reason: There’s now a telephoto zoom lens with 5x optical zoom on the base Pixel model, after years of that being a Pixel Pro exclusive feature.

And wouldn’t you know it, the optical zoom looks pretty nice. 

No zoom. Credit: Alex Perry/Mashable 5x zoom. Credit: Alex Perry/Mashable

I did not have as much luck with digital zoom. Once you get past 5x, the software starts to fill in blanks, leaving some photos looking smudgy and fake. I wasn’t even standing particularly far away from the dogs in the “jolly old man” photo from earlier, but the Dalmatian on the right looks downright grotesque. Even static buildings look a little weird if you go all the way up to 20x.

It looks a little weird, right? Credit: Alex Perry/Mashable

Aside from that, everything else is basically as it should be. Photos taken with the default lens settings can look pretty gorgeous, especially when you’re shooting the greatest city in the world in the middle of an unbelievably beautiful late-summer day. 

NYC rocks. Credit: Alex Perry/Mashable

Night Sight continues to be good at keeping the essence of nighttime intact while illuminating photos so they’re actually, you know, legible. 

This is without Night Sight. Credit: Alex Perry/Mashable And with Night Sight turned on. Credit: Alex Perry/Mashable

And portrait shots look as good as ever.

Not much to say here. Credit: Alex Perry/Mashable If you care about photography, upgrade to the 10 Pro

An important note here: Google's biggest upgrade with the new Pixel line is a Pixel 10 Pro exclusive. I'm talking about the main rear camera on the Pixel 10 Pro, which Google repeatedly called the world's best-ever phone camera during the Made by Google event.

In our testing, the Pixel 10 Pro and its 100x zoom beat out the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, and it mostly lives up to the hype.

So, if you care about photography above all else, go with the Pixel 10 Pro this year, which starts at $999. The Pixel 10 Pro is a Mashable Choice product; the base Pixel 10 is not.

Is the Google Pixel 10 worth it?

It’s hard for me to recommend anyone sprint to their nearest smartphone distillery to get Pixel 10 because its non-AI changes are largely incremental, and the new AI toolkit failed to impress this AI-skeptical reporter.

But that’s not to say it’s a bad phone, at all. And if you're excited to use its AI features, the Pixel 10 offers good specs at a competitive price. The cameras work well, and having telephoto zoom on a base Pixel is really nice. Performance and battery life are also strong.

I just can’t sit here and tell you that you need this phone, unless you’re several generations behind and can get a nice discount through your carrier or something. That’s less of an indictment of Google than of the incremental upgrade era. These annual smartphone launches are becoming extremely iterative and reliant on features that feel less and less impressive over time.

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SAVE $15: As of Aug. 27, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K is just $34.99 at Amazon. That's down from its regular $49.99 list price.

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If you’ve been thinking about cutting down on clutter or simply giving your old TV a modern refresh, this little stick might be all you need.

The Roku Streaming Stick 4K aims to take the fuss out of setting up your entertainment hub. As of Aug. 27, it’s sitting at $34.99 on Amazon — 30% off its usual $49.99 price.

SEE ALSO: Bring home this 77-inch LG C5 OLED TV for its lowest price yet

Just plug it in and you’re ready to dive into your favourite apps like Netflix, HBO Max, and Disney+ with thousands of channels available — including a healthy mix of free shows, films, and even live TV.

Where it apparently really earns its keep is in picture performance. Supporting 4K Ultra HD, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+, Roku says this handy stick will transform everyday viewing into something far sharper and more vibrant. Colours pop, contrast feels deeper, and fine details come through in a way that standard HD simply can’t match.

Streaming also feels smooth and consistent thanks to the long-range WiFi receiver, which keeps playback stable even if your router isn’t in the same room. The design looks compact enough to stay hidden neatly behind your TV, so you won’t lose any HDMI slots, and portability means you can even pack it with you when travelling.

Control-wise, everything appears simplified. The included voice remote handles your TV’s power and volume as well as the Roku itself, so no more juggling multiple remotes just to start a film. You can search, play, or skip ahead hands-free.

At just under $35, this deal makes upgrading your setup almost too easy. For reliable performance, effortless access to apps, and picture quality that feels far above its price tag, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K is a smart buy while it’s still on sale.

For upgrading the best of your setup for less, also check out our roundup of the best budget TVs in 2025. If you’re after the chance to create a much larger entertainment display, we also have a selection of the best 65-inch+ TVs for watching in dark and bright rooms.

SAVE $55: As of Aug. 27, the Amazon Fire Max 11 is on sale for $224.99 at Amazon. That's a 20% saving on the list price.

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For mornings with a coffee and evenings on the couch, a good tablet is the perfect partner. And the Amazon Fire Max 11 is about as good as it gets for most users. One of the most advanced in the range, this tablet is just right for both work and play.

And as of Aug. 27, it's discounted at Amazon for just $224.99, saving you $55 on list price. This deal is specific to the 128GB device without lockscreen ads.

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The screen boasts an impressive 2000x1200 resolution and a vivid display with over 2.4 million pixels, so if you want a tablet where every game, movie, or design pops with color, you're covered with the Fire Max 11. It's also certified for low blue light, so it's easy on the eyes, especially if you're looking at the screen for long periods of time.

You can add optional accessories to this tablet so you can adapt it to what you need. Accessories like a keyboard case and stylus pen can be purchased separately, and you can even download Microsoft 365 for all your work or study needs. The battery lasts up to 14 hours, perfect for on the go streaming or browsing. And with storage expandable to 1TB, it’s got plenty of room for all your favorite apps, e-books, and photos.

This deal is stamped as limited-time only at Amazon, so don't miss out.

TL;DR: Kick it old school with the Kinhank Super Console, packed with retro games and on sale now for just $89.97 (reg. $159.99) with free shipping until Sept. 7.

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Ready to take a trip down memory lane? Imagine playing the retro games you loved — without having to blow in a cartridge to get them to work. That’s what the Kinhank Super Console makes possible, combining games from vintage consoles like Atari, Nintendo, Sega Genesis, and PlayStation into one easy-to-use device.

Right now, you can bring the Kinhank Super Console home for just $89.97 (reg. $159.99), with free shipping through Sept. 7.

This multi-tasking console lets you game and stream for hours

For less than $100, you can turn your living room into your favorite arcade from yesteryear. Play some Pac-Man or show off your Street Fighter skills — this console is packed with thousands of games you know and love from Atari, PlayStation, Nintendo, Sega Genesis, and more. And the best part? You don’t have to keep up with a single cartridge or disc.

If you’re a serious gamer who gets through thousands of games, there are even more 3D games you can download for free. And once you’re done gaming, the Kinhank Super Console doubles as a streaming device, so you can switch gears and relax with shows on Netflix, Disney+, and more of your favorite services.

SEE ALSO: The 4 best premium gaming monitors instantly level up your desktop — for a price

Curious how it works? You can connect the Kinhank Super Console to your TV, computer, laptop, or even a projector. You’ll receive two controllers, with the option to add more of your own Bluetooth controllers, too. It also includes a 256GB game card, a 4GB TF card, a USB receiver, a power adapter, an HD cable, and a remote.

Get ready for game night with the Kinhank Super Console, now just $89.97 (reg. $159.99) until Sept. 7.

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Wish you could read that buzzy new book everyone’s talking about, but can’t find the time? That’s where Headway Premium comes in, offering an easy way to keep up with nonfiction best sellers with easily digestible 15-minute summaries that can fit into any busy schedule.

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While we wish we had time to curl up with a good book, life can get pretty busy. Headway Premium gives you an excellent solution — serving up 15-minute summaries of some of the world’s best nonfiction books that you can devour in line at the grocery store, on your morning commute, or while you do the dishes.

Headway’s summaries fit your busy schedule. You can listen via the professionally narrated audio summaries or read the written summaries at your leisure. They also offer gamified learning that lets you track progress, earn achievements, and master new skills to keep you coming back to work on your self-growth.

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BookTok has undeniable power. It has sent books to the top of bestseller lists and even helped revive book sales. Now it's helped to create a popular Kindle and e-reader accessory. PopSockets just launched the brand's first-ever Kindle case that comes with a built-in MagSafe ring — finally answering TikTok's call.

In the marketing for PopSockets' new Kindle case, the brand states, "You asked, we answered," referring to the existing popularity of using a PopSockets grip with an e-reader. BookTok is flooded with users posting ideas on how to trick out your Kindle for a more practical hold while also making it a bit more stylish. In the past year, the Ganinno R MagSafe Stand has gone particularly viral for its ability to detach from the Kindle if you want it to be able to lie flat. But now PopSockets is taking matters into its own hands and coming out with its own flagship case.

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The PopSockets Kindle case fits 11th and 12th-generation models of Amazon's e-readers. If you use a Kindle Paperwhite, Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, or Kindle Colorsoft, you'll find a case to fit your e-reader. Unfortunately, PopSockets does not have a case available for the basic Kindle or Kindle Scribe.

The new PopSockets Kindle cases have built-in MagSafe rings. The cases are certified with a 10-foot drop protection and have raised edges to guard against screen damage. They come in several different colors and prints, including a fun gingham or bookshelf design. PopSockets also delivered a clear case, a favorite option among Kindle users who like to customize their e-reader with personalized stickers.

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These Kindle cases are made to be compatible with PopSockets' MagSafe grips, and the brand released a line of bookish options to match the new line of cases. All cases and grips are now available for purchase on PopSockets' website. Plus, all MagSafe grips are 30% off with the purchase of a new Kindle Case.

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Google's annual refresh of its Pixel line is always a treat. The Pixel hardware is lovely, and the visor on the back is quickly becoming an iconic look. (For Star Trek fans, it's giving major Geordi LaForge vibes.) The software offers one of my favorite user interfaces in the Android world, and it comes with a ton of goodies to play with besides. Anecdotally, I have seen more and more Pixel phones out "in the wild" in 2025, and not just among my fellow tech-nerd friends. The market share isn't there yet, but it's certainly climbing.

This year's Pixel 10 Pro refresh doesn't have as much new as previous years, and not all of the new features are necessarily welcome. Google made some choices with this phone that aren't landing for me, and that is not a reference to having Jimmy Fallon host the Made by Google event.

Overall, this has been a really fun phone to play with, largely because of the aforementioned camera bump on the back. Google promised the new flagship Pixel would land with the world's best-ever phone camera, and so far, it's living up to the hype. I've been using the Pixel 10 Pro for just under a week, and these are my initial thoughts. There's a lot to love in this phone (and the closely related Pixel 10 Pro XL), so let's get to it.

Pixel 10 Pro specs and design: Same old, same old Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

First, let's take a peek under the hood:

• Processor: Google Tensor G5 chipset

• Rear cameras: 50MP wide, 48MP ultrawide, 48MP telephoto

• Front camera: 48MP

• Display: 6.3-inch Super Actua LTPO OLED display (1280x2856 resolution)

• Refresh rate: 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate

• Brightness: 3,300 nits peak brightness

• RAM: 16GB RAM

• Storage options: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB storage

• Battery: 4,870mAh battery

In terms of its aesthetics, Google clearly didn't want to alter the instantly recognizable look of the Pixel line. The phone has the exact dimensions as its predecessor. On top of that, the Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro are so similar looking that I accidentally grabbed the Pixel 10 on my way to do some camera testing, and didn't notice until I'd been driving for 30 minutes.

I get it — that's a me problem.

The Google-engineered Tensor G5 processor, built on a 3nm process, brings the Pixel in line with other modern flagships. The phone has a plentiful 16GB of RAM, but Google sent me the 128GB version, which is already 56 percent used up — not great! We're well past the time when 256GB should be the standard, especially on a flagship. At least Google makes it easy to upload to its cloud storage.

The battery is up just a hair over last year's Pro model by 3 percent. But the biggest upgrade to the battery has little to do with the actual battery. All phones in the Pixel 10 series now come with wireless Qi2 charging enabled — magnets and all. That's right, MagSafe Pixelsnap charging accessories are here. This is great news for me — I am a MagSafe addict. 

This is arguably the first mainstream phone with built-in magnet support. Frankly, it's about time.

I love Pixel software, but some AI features feel undercooked Credit: Adam Doud / Mashable

For Android-heads, the Pixel software is among the best, if not the best. It's clean and has fun interactions throughout the operating system. Two new AI features that Google is touting are the Daily Hub and Magic Cue, though they represent both good news and bad news. Both are driven by Google's onboard AI.

The good news is the daily hub, which gives you a sort of summary of your upcoming day at the top of your Google Discover feed. Tap on it, and you get a summary of what's going on based on your calendar, email, and other tastes. The top gives you upcoming events and reminders, while the bottom feeds you YouTube recommendations, because of course it does. How good they'll be probably depends on how much you use the platform.

Credit: Adam Doud / Mashable Credit: Adam Doud / Mashable

Meanwhile, on the other side, Magic Cue — in theory — can help you manage information from various sources, so when you need to recall that information, it'll serve it up to you. The most common way this can happen will be in the Messages app. Someone asks you for someone else's phone number, and Magic Cue will grab the contact information and feed you an autocompleted field with that info — at least, in theory.

Magic Cue is based on several apps all working together to give you this info, and on my review unit, I didn't have all the necessary software I needed. After working with Google for a bit, I got part of the way there.

In the scenario I described above — asking for someone's number — Magic Cue worked. It gave me an autocomplete suggestion with the person's phone number. Super! When I was asked what time my flight was, Magic Cue opened a button to jump to my calendar, which is also nice, but the whole point of Magic Cue was to give you the information without jumping between apps. Finally, I was asked what my Global Entry number is, which is a pinned note in Google Keep (which is supposed to be a supported app), and I wasn't given any information at all.

I also tried calling United Airlines, and I was served up a travel voucher that United Airlines sent me from my last flight. It's nice that it connected those dots, but honestly, if I'm calling United Airlines, and I'm flying tonight on United Airlines, wouldn't my itinerary be more helpful?

So, Magic Cue seems to be halfway there, which is arguably better than a certain other company's track record rolling out AI features, but that's a different matter entirely. It's also fair to mention that Magic Cue can take some time to curate the proper information, so I think the fairest criticism I can make is that it's not quite done cooking, but as with any software, that can change fast.

Performance and battery Credit: Adam Doud / Mashable

Historically speaking, Google Tensor processors have not been the best on the market. Like Samsung Exynos processors (Google collaborated with Samsung on Tensor processors from the beginning), they suffered in comparison to Apple and Qualcomm Snapdragon processors. I also noted the performance gap between Exynos and Snapdragon processors when I reviewed the latest Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 a few weeks ago. That being said, while the processor isn't the fastest out there, it's plenty fast to open apps, switch between them, and power onboard AI features like live language translation.

I played a few games on the Pixel 10 Pro, the heaviest of which was Asphalt Legends. After a 20-minute gaming session, the phone showed no lag, nor did it heat up too much. That's an improvement over past Pixels I've reviewed, and I'm happy about it.

Anecdotally, I can say that the battery life seems to be fine. (As a smartphone reviewer, my usage isn't exactly typical.) Beyond the times when I was testing the cameras to their limits, I still had 30-40 percent left in the tank at the end of the day. Bottom line, unless you're a heavy gamer or taking high-def videos, you should be fine.

Pixel 10 Pro cameras: A case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

I already tested the camera set extensively when I compared it with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. Here's the headline: The Pixel 10 Pro main camera lives up to the hype, and Google set the hype bar extra high this year. On balance, the Pixel 10 Pro beats out the S25 Ultra.

The 100x Super Res zoom in particular is eye-popping. Other aspects, like portrait mode, are a bit clunky, but overall, you'll struggle to take a bad photo during the day with this smartphone.

Left: The 100x zoom on the Pixel 10 Pro (left) Credit: Adam Doud / Mashable Right: The 100x zoom on the Galaxy S25 Ultra (right) Credit: Adam Doud / Mashable

At night, it's a different story. The main camera is OK, taking very acceptable photos at night with some amount of grain in the darker areas and blown-out highlights from light sources, but if you stray from that main camera to the ultrawide or telephoto lenses, or if your subjects are living (and therefore moving, even minimally), your photos fall apart quickly.

Video is a similar story, unfortunately. The exception to that rule comes from the Night Sight video mode. This is not a new concept this year — Night Sight Video Boost, which launched on the Pixel Pro 8, can do a lot of heavy lifting to clean things up in such a situation. There's still a good bit of grain, but the shudder and shake from footsteps is cleaned up considerably. I still wouldn't shoot — to imagine a completely random scenario not at all based on real events — a music video with it, but a fun night out with friends could work.

This is pretty disappointing, to be perfectly frank. Considering how good the cameras are during the day, to see this much drop off by night is surprising. Google has built its Pixel brand on being great at photos, and this isn't it.

The Pixel 10 Pro captures a lot of detail even in a busy, fast-moving scene. Credit: Adam Doud / Mashabl;e The ultra-wide lens compares favorably to other flagships. Faces blurred for privacy. Credit: Adam Doud / Mashable The Pixel 10 Pro has a new AI photography tool called Camera Coach. Credit: Adam Doud / Mashable The photo I took with Camera Coach's help. Credit: Adam Doud / Mashable A photo taken with 5x zoom. Credit: Adam Doud / Mashable Pixel 10 Pro: My final verdict

Overall, this is an excellent phone with a few notable flaws. I haven't even addressed the fact that Pixels went to eSIM only in this review, which is at best inconvenient (as evidenced by the 30-minute hold required with T-Mobile's customer service to activate it), and at worst, consumer-hostile. eSIMs won't adversely affect the average consumer's life, but they're heckin' annoying for phone reviewers and anyone else who switches phones more than once per year.

Nighttime photography is also very disappointing, though daytime performance (and Super Res Zoom) almost entirely makes up for it. Beyond those two drawbacks, though, this phone is quite good and a worthy upgrade.

The hardware is on point, though the color selection could be better and brighter. The software is great as is, and if Magic Cue can start to deliver what it promises, that could range from neat to game-changing. Right now, it's more toward the "neat" side. The only thing stopping me from using this phone full-time is the fact that it doesn't fold, but that will change in October when the Pixel 10 Pro Fold lands, and I am here for it.

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