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Playwright Aleshea Harris' cinematic translation of her celebrated play Is God Is is "the first epic summer movie" of 2026, according to Mashable's entertainment editor, Kristy Puchko. Part revenge thriller and part road trip movie, it's the kind of movie that begs to be seen in theaters. If you missed it, however, or you'd rather watch it from your own couch, it's now available to watch at home.

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Is God Is has a star-studded cast that includes Kara Young, Mallori Johnson, Janelle Monáe, Erika Alexander, Vivica A. Fox, and Sterling K. Brown. It "weaves inspiration from Greek mythology, Black culture, and the films of Quentin Tarantino" to deliver what Puchko calls one of the best movies of the year so far.

While it's still in select theaters across the country, the film has expanded its horizons this month to give you another way to tune in. Here's what you need to know to watch Is God Is at home.

What is Is God Is about?

Is God Is follows inseparable twins Racine the Rough One (Young) and Anaia the Quiet One (Johnson), who are both covered in scars from a childhood trauma. Specifically, their father (Brown) set their mother (Fox) on fire in front of them, then left them for dead. Years later, their mother, Ruby, summons them to her deathbed (though they thought she died in the fire) with one request: "Make your daddy dead." What follows is a road trip movie through the South as the twins hunt him down.

Check out the official trailer below:

How to watch Is God Is at home Credit: Amazon MGM Studios

Is God Is just hit theaters on May 15, 2026, but is already available to watch at home. While we're still awaiting an official streaming date, you have two other options to watch: rent it or purchase it. See the details below.

Buy or rent it on digital

Is God Is officially made its at-home debut on digital retail sites like Prime Video and Fandango at Home on June 2, 2026. You can rent it for a slightly lower cost or buy it forever for a little more at any of the retailers below. Note: if you choose to rent, you'll have 30 days to watch and just 48 hours to finish watching once you begin.

• Prime Video — buy for $19.99, rent for $14.99

• Apple TV — buy for $19.99, rent for $14.99

• Fandango at Home — buy for $19.99, rent for $14.99

• Google Play — buy for $19.99, rent for $14.99

• YouTube — buy for $19.99, rent for $14.99

Stream it on MGM+ (at a later date)

While there are no streaming details released yet for Is God Is, we're pretty sure it will make its streaming debut on MGM+. Previous Amazon MGM Studios films like Challengers and Blink Twice graced MGM+ first before finally expanding to Prime Video, so we anticipate that Is God Is will do the same. Based on the timeline of other Amazon MGM movies, we're guessing it will start streaming in August 2026, but we'll update this story when we find out more.

The good news is that MGM+ offers a free seven-day trial to new subscribers. Subscriptions then start at $7.99 per month. You can sign up directly through the MGM+ app or the MGM website, or head over to Prime Video and snag the add-on for the same cost.

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As it's not one of the most popular streaming services out there, streaming deals for MGM+ are few and far between. The best way to save money on your subscription is to sign up for an annual plan. You'll have to pay up front for the year, but by doing so, the cost drops to just $5.17 per month instead of $7.99.

We've seen MGM+ deals pop up from time to time on Prime Video and Roku for an add-on subscription. Just last month, for National Streaming Day, you could sign up for MGM+ for just $0.99 per month for two months. Keep your eyes peeled for those offers — we may see a similar deal for Prime Day at the end of June.

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Our friends at IGN are putting on a show this weekend, and gamers won't want to miss it.

Specifically, IGN Live 2026 is almost upon us. The show takes place on June 6 and 7 at the Magic Box @ The Reef venue in Los Angeles, and you can purchase a ticket to attend if you happen to be in the area this weekend. (You can use the discount code MASHABLE10 to save on tickets.) The annual summer gaming showcase will feature two days' worth of announcements and reveals related to pop culture, with a special focus on video games and movies. You can check out a full run of show on IGN right now, but some of the headliners include Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, Control Resonant, and Jackass: Best and Last.

Interested in checking it out? Keep reading. And if you can't make it, all of the big events will also be livestreamed on IGN's various social channels.

SEE ALSO: Nintendo just announced a new Switch 2 bundle that lets you choose your own game IGN Live 2026: How to get discount tickets

Luckily, getting access to IGN Live as a spectator is as easy as going to the IGN Live website and clicking on the big blue "BUY TICKETS" button at the upper right-hand corner of the screen. From there, you'll have two options: a one-day ticket or a two-day ticket.

For $25, you can get a ticket for just one of the two days of your choosing, so if the schedule for one day looks especially enticing to you, this is probably the way to go. For $40, however, you can freely attend both days and get a swag bag full of goodies from IGN. And there's good news for Mashable readers: You can use the code MASHABLE10 at checkout to save $10 on any ticket, so a single-day ticket would be $15 and a two-day ticket would be $30.

Got it? Good. Now go and enjoy all the news the pop culture world has to offer this weekend.

Disclosure: IGN Entertainment is a subsidiary of ZiffDavis Inc., which is the parent company of Mashable.

One of the worst things about the explosion of AI tools is how much more advanced scam calls have become. It’s now entirely possible to get fake calls with voices that sound exactly like people you know. The June Android drop is here to address this (and add some other goodies).

I like a good, well-designed and visually appealing website as much as the next guy, but more and more often, I find myself turning to RSS feeds to cut through the clutter and distraction.

Having the right tool for the job can make all the difference, which is why many DIYers and mechanics still use a wide range of air tools. Milwaukee is well-known for its wide array of tools, but it also makes a bunch of specialty items. A prime example is the all-new M18 STRIKER Hammer Chisel (3771-20), which Milwaukee says is the world's first cordless option.

Snapdragon C, Qualcomm's new SoC for budget laptops, showed up at an Acer showcase at Computex, and PCMag got a quick look at it.

Old office mini PCs have been flooding online marketplaces like Facebook Marketplace for years. They’re often listed for as little as $50 or even less, but with limited demand, they can easily be overlooked. At first glance, they might seem like outdated hardware that isn’t worth much attention, but once you install a Linux server OS, it could quickly become one of the most useful pieces of tech in your home.

A quick look at the new flower Lego sets from June 2026 Lego Water Lilies (11511) $29.99 Shop Now Lego Woodland Mushrooms (11505) $79.99 Shop Now Lego Floral Decor Perfume Bottle (31383) $29.99 Shop Now

April showers bring May flowers, and June brings new Lego Botanicals sets — or however the old saying goes. On June 1, Lego dropped two new nature-inspired sets to add to your ever-growing Lego flowers collection: Meet Woodland Mushrooms and Water Lilies. Both are absolutely delightful and retail for less than $100.

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For $79.99, the Woodland Mushrooms set (11505) is the cutest slab of moss that you've ever seen. It features a colorful array of fungi, from spotted red "toadstool" mushrooms in the center to fiber cap, earthstar, chanterelle, bonnet, and oyster mushrooms. Plants like purple autumn crocuses, plus a variety of leaves, add some greenery to complete the forest fantasy. The set contains 806 pieces total.

For $29.99, the Water Lilies set (11511) features one white and one pink water lily in precious transparent vases that look like they're filled with water. Multiple leaves on each flower are bendable to open and close the blooms. (If you have cats, this is your safe way to display lilies at home!) The set contains 259 pieces and would make a fun gift for kids.

SEE ALSO: Lego launches smart Pokémon sets that you can battle with

Though it technically doesn't fall in the Botanicals family, the new Lego Floral Decor Perfume Bottle still involves Lego flowers — it's so cute that I have to make it an honorable mention.

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For $29.99, the crystal-like perfume bottle features a spray nozzle, a fancy transparent lid, stems of three different flowers for some color, and swappable tiles for the label on the front. The bottle can also be rebuilt into a vase holding a bouquet or a smoothie in a clear jar with a handle, plus a straw and a tiny menu covered in flowers.

It's no secret that the MacBook Neo has been selling well, but now it's clearer just how strong that demand really is. IDC analysts report that Apple shipped over 1.1 million units of its first budget laptop within the first three weeks of its March launch.

SAVE $10: As of June 2, get a pair of Beats Solo Buds for $69.99, down from their usual price of $79.99. That's a discount of 13%.

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If you're in the market for a new pair of earbuds, few options are cooler than transparent colored tech. That's what you get with a pair of Beats Solo Buds, which come in this fun, bright red that evokes the Y2K tech of our dreams. And if you want to bring a pair home right now, you can save on them thanks to this deal at Best Buy.

As of June 2, get a pair of Beats Solo Buds for $69.99, down from their usual price of $79.99. That's $10 off and a discount of 13%.

SEE ALSO: The 6 best open earbuds stay put, sound great, and keep us aware of the world

These earbuds pack bombastic sound into a small package. They come with dual-layer drivers to help cut down on distortion for high-fidelity sound, custom acoustic architecture to give you that familiar Beats rhythm, and specially-positioned drivers that get your music directly into your ears for sound that's customized to the way you wear your earbuds.

They also come in a tiny case, the smallest Beats has ever made, though their size doesn't mean they skimp on quality. They offer 18 hours of battery life, and with Fast Fuel, you can charge them for 5 minutes and get another hour of playback so you aren't left without your tunes too long.

Whether you need a new pair of earbuds for heading to the gym, listening to your favorite songs in private, or just checking out the latest podcasts, you can't go wrong with these fun, brightly-colored headphones. And the savings are the (very red) cherry on top, while they're still available.

PREORDER HEATED RIVALRY SEASON 1 ON DVD: Preorders are live for securing Heated Rivalry Season 1 on DVD, Blu-ray, or in 4K. Prices range between $29.99 for the DVD version and $67.99 for the 4K Collector's Edition. The release date is set for April 30, 2027.

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Dear fellow Loons, we're having a great week, aren't we? The Fleece drops tomorrow, it's Pride month, and now we have a special treat we've all been hoping for. Heated Rivalry Season 1 is coming to DVD. Here's how to preorder.

With a release date set for April 30, 2027, preorders are live at Amazon for Season 1 of Heated Rivalry. The DVD version is set at $29.99 while the Blu-ray is $34.99. If you want to go big, consider the 4K Collector's Edition, which is selling for $67.99.

If you worry that HBO will remove our ability to reheat our favorite show, same. Instead of living in fear, we can now order Season 1 on DVD. The downside is that we won't get the DVD in hand until the end of April 2027, but consider this preorder as a gift to your future self. On a positive note, does this April release date tease when Season 2 is dropping? It's possible.

SEE ALSO: The best HBO Max deals and bundles in May 2026

During an era when streaming service prices continue to climb at a relentless rate, securing Heated Rivalry on DVD seems like the smart financial move.

Keep in mind you might need to rummage through your parent's garage to find a DVD player, or consider snagging one during the upcoming Prime Day sale.

If you're still taking trips to the cottage by (re)watching Heated Rivalry (like I am), gift yourself or your best friend the DVD version of Heated Rivalry Season 1. Come April of next year, you'll be thrilled you did.

GET A FREE PHONE, TABLET, AND SMARTWATCH: Through June 17, Verizon is offering Samsung, Apple, and Google bundle options with free phones, tablets, and smartwatches for customers who add a new phone line on myPlan.

Verizon bundle deals at a glance: Apple Ultimate Bundle Free iPad A16 and Apple Watch Series 11 with purchase of an iPhone 17 or iPhone 17 Pro on select Unlimited plans Get Deal Samsung Ultimate Bundle Free Galaxy S26 w/ any myPlan (No Trade), plus free Galaxy Tab S10 FE and Galaxy Watch8 Get Deal Google Ultimate Bundle Free Google Pixel 10 Pro w/ any myPlan (No Trade), plus free Pixel Watch 4 and Galaxy Tab S10 FE Get Deal

Whether you're considering switching mobile carriers or you just love getting free stuff, Verizon has a few bundle deals worth looking into this month. It's not traditionally the best time of year to score a major phone deal (that would be the holiday season), but apparently Verizon doesn't play by the rules.

Most "free" phone deals from mobile carriers require you to ship your old phone back for a trade-in situation. But these bundle deals from Verizon require much less effort. Whether you're an Apple, Samsung, or Google fan, there's an option for you to get some free stuff. These deals end on June 17, so you'll want to lock in your new devices in the next couple of weeks.

Here's a breakdown of the best Verizon bundle deals available now:

Samsung Ultimate Bundle

Get the Samsung Galaxy S26, Galaxy Watch8, and Galaxy Tab S10 FE 5G all on Verizon for free when you open a new line on myPlan (including Unlimited Ultimate, Unlimited Plus or Unlimited Welcome plan). No trade-in is required, but you will need to pay a little extra for the Watch8 and Galaxy Tab S10 FE cellular lines.

Google Ultimate Bundle

Google fans can get the excellent Google Pixel 10 Pro on Verizon for free with a new line on myPlan (including Unlimited Ultimate, Unlimited Plus, or Unlimited Welcome). Not to mention, you'll get the Google Pixel Watch 4 and Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE bundled for free. Note that these accessories will cost a little extra per month on your plan.

Apple Ultimate Bundle

Bundle a new iPad A16, Apple Watch Series 11, and iPhone 17 or iPhone 17 Pro all for free when you open a new unlimited data line on either the Plus or Ultimate plan. No trade-in is required. Just note that you'll need to take out lines for the Apple Watch and iPad, which will cost a little more per month for the plan.

These offers are available to both new and existing Verizon customers who switch to an unlimited data plan, which start at $25 per month. We'll leave all of those details up to you. Either way, getting not only a new phone, but also a smartwatch and tablet for free in this economy feels like a crime. Secure yours by June 17.

When I first discovered Excel's dynamic array functions, my entire approach to spreadsheet design shifted. They replaced my clunky, multistep workarounds with smart, self-expanding formulas that adapt as data grows, turning complex workflows into single-cell systems.

ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A $1,000 AMAZON GIFT CARD: Set up a deal alert with Alexa and you'll automatically be entered for a chance to win a $1,000 Amazon gift card. Set up the deal alert before 11:59 p.m. PT on June 18 for a chance at winning one of the 100 free gift cards.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Enter to win a $1,000 Amazon gift card Set up a deal alert at Amazon with the Alexa for Shopping function Get Deal

Amazon has officially announced Prime Day 2026. This year, they're mixing it up and holding the mega shopping event at the end of June, instead of July. Deals span June 23 to 26 this year. But like always, Amazon is already dropping prices. If you like the idea of having an extra $1,000 to spend on Prime Day shopping this year, listen up.

Amazon is hosting the Alexa's Got You Sweepstakes until 11:59 p.m. PT on June 18 which offers the opportunity to win a $1,000 Amazon gift card. To enter, you'll need to set up a deal alert with Alexa by using the Alexa for Shopping function at Amazon. Here's how to enter.

If you're browsing Amazon on your computer, head to the "Alexa for Shopping" tab that's located under the Amazon Prime header in the upper left corner. From here, you'll need to ask Alexa to set up a deal alert for you on any product. Once Alexa confirms your deal alert, you're already automatically entered into the sweepstakes.

SEE ALSO: As an early Prime Day treat, Amazon is offering three months of free access to Kindle Unlimited

If you're browsing Amazon from the app, the "Alexa for Shopping" function is located on the lower right corner — it's the blue "a." Once in the menu, ask Alexa to set up your deal alert, and voila.

If you have Echo devices at home, you can ask Alexa+ to set your deal alert and that'll also submit your entry into the contest. If you're one of the lucky 100 winners, Amazon will alert you via email "on or about June 19, 2026," according to the fine print details of the sweepstakes. Keep in mind you don't need to purchase anything to enter, but you do need to be logged into your free Amazon account to be eligible.

Since Prime Day offers great savings, why not enter to win a $1,000 Amazon gift card to make the sale that much sweeter? Just remember to set your Alexa deal alert before the deadline on June 18.

An unexpected side effect of Amazon switching to its newer Vega OS for its streaming devices was that it made the older Fire Sticks much more useful. The devices built on the Android-powered Fire OS continue to offer the power, flexibility, and customization that made them popular in the first place and that are largely absent from the newer models. Instead of throwing your old device in a drawer, now might be the best time to keep it around.

WIN FREE GROCERIES: As of June 2, order groceries to win a year of free Amazon groceries in the form of $10,000 Amazon gift cards.

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Groceries, like just about everything else, are getting more expensive by the day. Wouldn't it be nice if you could just, you know, not pay a single dime for them? It might sound like a dream, but it's actually a very real possibility. That's why you'll want to head over to Amazon and try your luck to win an entire year of free groceries from the retail giant. Yes, you read that right.

As of June 2, all you have to do is order groceries through Amazon or enter for free without making a purchase to win a year of free Amazon groceries in the form of $10,000 Amazon gift cards.

SEE ALSO: Amazon announces dates for a 4-day Prime Day sale in late June: Everything you need to know

The offer applies when you spend a qualifying $15 or more on Amazon Grocery, or by way of local stores approved by Amazon. If you don't want to enter that way, you can opt in to receive text messages from Amazon or use the "Click to Enroll for Free" button on the offer page daily.

The sweepstakes runs from June 2 through June 22, so you've got plenty of time to enter. You must have an Amazon account to qualiy, and from there, one hundred winners will be drawn and verified by Amazon. Keep an eye on your Amazon account and email after that, so you don't miss out on being notified about your potential bounty.

You'll be able to spend your gift cards after winning to your liking. So all you really need to do now is get on top of getting those entries in. Free is always better when it comes to having necessities at home, after all.

If you're unhappy with the state of your internet connection, and you've done the usual troubleshooting to optimize your Wi-Fi, the logical next step might often be buying a new router. Or is it?

Android users, update your devices. Google has just released new security updates for Android that fix a slew of vulnerabilities.

Just how many things did Google fix? A whopping 124 vulnerabilities, according to Bleeping Computer, have now been addressed in Google's June 2026 Android security patches. 

Google addressed some of the bigger vulnerabilities that it patched in a June 1 Android Security Bulletin.

"The most severe of these issues is a critical security vulnerability in the Framework component that could lead to remote escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed," Google wrote. "User interaction is not needed for exploitation."

In addition to that flaw, Google also included a fix for a zero-day flaw that has already been exploited by bad actors in targeted attacks.

The vulnerability, known as CVE-2026-21385, "affects the graphics driver of Qualcomm processors," according to cybersecurity company Pradeo. 

Google previously warned about this vulnerability in its Android Security Bulletin from March. The flaw enables an attack to trigger memory corruption through an integer overflow. Basically, this means that a bad actor can push more data to a graphics component than it can handle, triggering a flaw in the device's memory management, which can then be exploited to access a target's sensitive data.

Google Pixel devices will immediately receive the updates. However, third-party manufacturers might need to tweak the updates for their specific Android devices before releasing the security patches to their users.

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SAVE $26.97: Through July 15, Prime members can get three free months of Audible Standard membership in celebration of Prime Day. Usually $8.99 per month, that's just shy of $27 in savings.

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Amazon Prime Day has officially been announced for 2026. It will take place in June for the first time, running from June 23 to 26, instead of its typical mid-July time slot. And, as per usual, where there's Prime Day, there's an Audible deal.

One of my personal favorite annual deals looks a little bit different for 2026, though. Let's dig in.

Usually with Amazon's annual Prime Day Audible deal, Prime members get three free months of the Premium Plus membership. This year, the brand launched a new tier, so things have shifted. Through July 15, Prime members can get three free months of Audible Standard instead. It's still a great deal (it's free, duh), but the perks are a bit different.

The new Audible Standard plan lets you select one audiobook each month from the entire Audible collection. But unlike the Premium Plus plan, you can't keep those titles if and when you cancel your subscription. In other words, you'll have to finish listening before you cancel or else you lose access forever. Not to mention, you'll have to choose a title before your plan renews the next month or you'll miss your chance. Monthly picks don't roll over. At full price, I don't think it's worth it, but for free? Count me in.

Along with your audiobook pick each month, you'll also be able to enjoy unlimited listening to a curated library of Audible Originals and nearly 200 of the most popular titles previously available on Wondery+. So, if you want to get technical, you'll get more than just three audiobooks for free with this early Prime Day deal. Just be sure to cancel before the three months are up if you want to avoid getting charged $8.99. And be sure to finish listening to your audiobook selections before you cancel.

Crossovers may dominate driveways these days, but the sedan isn’t going anywhere. For plenty of drivers, a lower seating position, better road manners, and a more comfortable daily commute still matter more than maximum cargo space.