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Samsung TriFold phone: Everything we know

Mashable - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 17:28

Samsung's next journey into the foldable frontier is reportedly happening soon.

Just a few months after launching the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 foldables, various reports indicate that Samsung is relatively close to launching another foldable device with a new form factor. This one is said to be a "tri-folding" foldable, meaning it will have two hinges instead of one and offer much more screen real estate than even the Z Fold 7. If devices like the Z Fold 7 don't quite tickle your "it's a phone, but it's also a tablet" fancy, this might be the foldable for you.

So, what exactly do we know about the Samsung TriFold (unofficial name)? Let's get into it.

SEE ALSO: Samsung's Project Moohan vs Apple Vision Pro: How the rumored specs compare Samsung TriFold: Rumored specs and price

For starters, let's get into what the rumored TriFold actually is. As I covered previously, it's going to be a smartphone that unfolds into a tablet-like form factor with two folding hinges instead of one, like the Z Fold 7. Samsung has yet to produce such a device, or even announce it, but the company did acknowledge its existence in a recent earnings call, so we can be fairly sure it's real.

According to a recent report from SamMobile, these are the specs you might be able to expect from the Samsung TriFold. To be clear, though, none of this is official information and it could be wrong:

  • 6.5-inch exterior cover display

  • 10-inch unfolded interior display

  • Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy processor

  • Up to 16GB RAM

  • At least 256GB storage

  • 200MP primary rear camera along with ultrawide and telephoto lenses

  • 100x digital zoom capabilities

In terms of processors, cameras, RAM, and all that other fun stuff, these specs are pretty similar to what you'd find in a Z Fold 7. The 6.5-inch cover display stands out especially, as the one on the Z Fold 7 is the exact same size. The 10-inch interior display, however, would be quite a bit bigger than the 8-inch equivalent in the Z Fold 7. That's the big selling point here: When it's folded, this is sized like a bigger traditional smartphone, but when you unfold it, you're unlikely to find any phone with a bigger display.

One obstacle that could stand in the way of that is thickness. There don't seem to be any credible leaks as to how thick the TriFold will be just yet, but Samsung has made great strides in that department this year between the Z Fold 7 and Galaxy S25 Edge. If the TriFold can achieve similar levels of thinness to those phones, Samsung might be onto something here.

Battery will also be something to watch. We don't have an approximate battery size or battery life estimate to work with yet. That said, Phone Arena spotted a Korean patent filing suggesting there will be three battery cells, with one hidden inside each side of the phone. That could help Samsung achieve a usable level of battery life for a device with two very large displays, but we'll have to wait until the device is in our hands before we can accurately judge that.

Lastly, there's no telling what the price of this device will be based on the information we have. But consider that the Z Fold 7, with just one folding hinge, starts at $1,999.99, and set your expectations from there.

Samsung TriFold: Release date and will it come to the U.S.?

As for when you can expect to see the phone, we have some more concrete information about that. Korea's Yonhap News Agency reported recently that Samsung will showcase the device at the imminent Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (or APEC) summit, which is happening in South Korea on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. So, in other words, we'll probably see this device by the end of the month. It would most likely launch not terribly long after that, almost certainly before the end of the year.

That last part isn't idle speculation on my part. Multiple reports, including the previously cited SamMobile report and an earlier one from this year, suggested the phone will be out soon, and it might not be exclusive to the Asian market. SamMobile says it has heard that the phone will launch in at least the United Arab Emirates on top of its assumed Chinese and Korean launches, and could come to the U.S., too. Whether it will come to the U.S. at the same time as it launches elsewhere remains to be seen, but that seems unlikely if the phone is being announced at a Korean summit.

That about covers what we know about the Samsung TriFold at this point in time. Expect it to be expensive and geared towards enthusiasts and early adopters. Hopefully the new form factor is actually useful and not excessive.

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How to watch Wales vs. Belgium online for free

Mashable - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 17:15

TL;DR: Live stream Wales vs. Belgium in World Cup qualifiers for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

World Cup qualification is still very much undecided in Group J. North Macedonia are top of the standings, but Wales and Belgium can take top spot with a win in this huge matchup. We're expecting a tense contest between two talented sides.

If you want to watch Wales vs. Belgium in World Cup qualifiers for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Wales vs. Belgium?

Wales vs. Belgium in World Cup qualifiers kicks off at 7:45 p.m. BST on Oct. 13. This fixture takes place at the Cardiff City Stadium.

How to watch Wales vs. Belgium for free

Wales vs. Belgium in World Cup qualifiers 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 service with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can access free live streams on BBC iPlayer from anywhere in the world.

Lve stream Wales vs. Belgium for free 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. Stream Wales vs. Belgium for free from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

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

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

What is the best VPN for BBC iPlayer?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream 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 free from throttling

  • Up to eight simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

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

Live stream Wales vs. Belgium in World Cup qualifiers for free with ExpressVPN.

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How to watch Northern Ireland vs. Germany online for free

Mashable - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 17:09

TL;DR: Live stream Northern Ireland vs. Germany in World Cup qualifiers for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

World Cup qualification is really heating up, with Northern Ireland taking on Germany in an all-important Group A meeting. Three teams are tied on six points after three games, with top spot on offer to both sides in this matchup. The atmosphere is going to be electric at Windsor Park.

If you want to watch Northern Ireland vs. Germany in World Cup qualifiers for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Northern Ireland vs. Germany?

Northern Ireland vs. Germany in World Cup qualifiers kicks off at 7:45 p.m. BST on Oct. 13. This fixture takes place at Windsor Park.

How to watch Northern Ireland vs. Germany for free

Northern Ireland vs. Germany in World Cup qualifiers 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 service with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can access free live streams on BBC iPlayer from anywhere in the world.

Lve stream Northern Ireland vs. Germany for free 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. Stream Northern Ireland vs. Germany for free from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

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

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

What is the best VPN for BBC iPlayer?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream 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 free from throttling

  • Up to eight simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

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

Live stream Northern Ireland vs. Germany in World Cup qualifiers for free with ExpressVPN.

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Apple AirPods 4 are on sale for their lowest-ever price at Amazon

Mashable - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 16:59

SAVE 34%: As of Oct. 13, you can get the Apple AirPods 4 for $118.98, down from $179. That's a 34% discount and the best-ever price.

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$179 Save $60.02 Get Deal

We're now a week out from Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event, but Amazon's gifting us with ongoing discounts on several high-ticket items, including tons of Apple products.

SEE ALSO: Some of our favorite headphones are still at their best prices ever post Prime Day

Right now, you can get the Apple AirPods 4 (with ANC) for just $118.98, down from $179. That's a 34% discount and the best-ever price. We honestly can’t believe Amazon’s letting these go for so low after the event.

The fourth-generation AirPods feature Apple's H2 chip for clearer calls with Voice Isolation. They're also built to handle workouts and commutes with an IP54 rating for dust, sweat, and water resistance. For listening time, you can expect up to five hours from a single charge and a total of 30 hours with the included USB-C charging case.

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Score the DJI Mic Mini for just $99 — its best price to date

Mashable - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 16:56

SAVE 41%: As of Oct. 13, the DJI Mic Mini bundle is on sale for $99 at Amazon. That's a 41% discount from its usual price of $169, and a savings of $70.

DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) $99 at Amazon
$169 Save $70 Get Deal

With a potential U.S. ban on the horizon due to a looming national security review deadline, the window to buy the DJI gear is closing fast. Fortunately, the company has a few leftover Prime Day deals available on its Amazon storefront.

As of Oct. 13, the DJI Mic Mini bundle is on sale for $99 at Amazon. That's a 41% discount from its usual price of $169, and a savings of $70.

SEE ALSO: The DJI Mic Mini is one of the best upgrades for content creators

If you've been relying on your phone's built-in microphone, the DJI Mic Mini is the upgrade your TikToks need. This tiny, clip-on wireless system is iPhone- and Android-compatible, so your audio should sound crisp and professional no matter what device you're using. The kit includes two mics and a charging case that'll give you up to 48 hours of battery life. It's also packed with features for creating on the go, like two-level noise cancellation to block out background noise and a 400-meter transmission range.

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How to watch Iceland vs. France online for free

Mashable - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 16:53

TL;DR: Live stream Iceland vs. France in World Cup qualifiers for free on TF1+. Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

France have made a perfect start to their World Cup qualification campaign, and next they face up against Iceland. Most fans will be expecting a win from Les Blues, but don't count out the home team. Stranger things have happened.

If you want to watch Iceland vs. France in World Cup qualifiers for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Iceland vs. France?

Iceland vs. France in World Cup qualifiers kicks off at 7:45 p.m. BST on Oct. 13. This fixture takes place at Laugardalsvöllur.

How to watch Iceland vs. France for free

Iceland vs. France in World Cup qualifiers is available to live stream for free on TF1+.

TF1+ is geo-restricted to France, but anyone can access this free streaming service with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in France, meaning you can access free live streams on TF1+ from anywhere in the world.

Lve stream Iceland vs. France for free 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 France

  4. Visit TF1+

  5. Stream Iceland vs. France for free from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

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

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

What is the best VPN for TF1+?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on TF1+, for a number of reasons:

  • Servers in 105 countries including France

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

  • Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

  • Fast connection speeds free from throttling

  • Up to eight simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

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

Live stream Iceland vs. France in World Cup qualifiers for free with ExpressVPN.

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T-Mobile Is Increasing Fees, Again

How-To Geek - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 16:48

T-Mobile is making significant changes to its fee structure, specifically increasing the fixed minimum charge for customers who fail to pay their wireless bills by the due date. Effective November 1, 2025, the minimum late fee will rise from the current $7 to a notably higher $10.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Upgrade to the M4 MacBook Air while the 512GB option is under $1,000

Mashable - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 16:37

SAVE $200: As of Oct. 13, you can grab the Apple MacBook Air with the M4 chip and 512GB of storage in sky blue for only $999 at Amazon. That's $200 or 17% off its list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $999 at Amazon
$1,199 Save $200 Get Deal

Apple's M4 MacBook Air is an incredible deal on any given day, but when it's $200 off, it's practically a no-brainer purchase if you're looking to upgrade.

As of Oct. 13, the 13-inch MacBook Air with an upgraded 512GB of storage is on sale for only $999. That's $200 or 17% off its list price and matches its best price to date. The only catch? The price is only reflected on the sky blue model. Every other color option jumped back up in price post-Prime Big Deal Days.

This Apple laptop, just released last spring, has racked up a ton of superlatives over the last 7 months. Not only is it a Mashable Choice Award winner, earning 4.5 out of 5 stars, but it has also earned a spot on our list of the best MacBooks, best cheap laptops, and best laptops overall of 2025. To put it bluntly, this thing is a beast. It outperforms 89% of the laptops in our current testing database.

Mashable's reviewer, Stan Schroeder, called it "the best-buy Apple laptop, period," specifically shouting out its "impressively powerful" and silent performance and improved FaceTime camera. Compared to its predecessor, it also adds open-lid support for two external displays. The 15-inch option is a bit more impressive, with more screen real estate, a slightly better resolution, and two extra speakers. But for most people, the 13-inch model will do just fine — it's a bit more portable and costs less: what's not to love? If you don't mind the muted blue color, you can score the 512GB MacBook Air for under $1,000 at Amazon.

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Wi-Fi 8 Is Already Being Tested, and It’s Fast

How-To Geek - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 16:35

Wi-Fi 7 just got out of the door very recently, but innovation doesn't stop. It's a given that Wi-Fi 8 is already in the works, but you'll be surprised to learn there are actually prototypes in testing already.

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Matter Promised Smart Home Unity, 3 Years Later It's Still a Fragmented Mess

How-To Geek - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 16:30

Matter was supposed to be the savior of the smart home. It was proposed to bring together all major ecosystems—like Google Home, Amazon Alex, Apple HomeKit, and Samsung SmartThings—and make it easier to build your smart home without worrying about which accessories worked with which platform.

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The Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 just dropped to a record-low price at Amazon

Mashable - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 16:19

SAVE $370: The Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 is on sale for $429 at Amazon, down from the standard price of $799. That's a 46% discount and the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 $429 at Amazon
$799 Save $370 Get Deal

The leaves are changing, rainfall totals are adding up, and there's snow in the mountains. We're just a few weeks away from Halloween and fall storms might arrive any day. If you're in need of a way to stay online when the power goes out, you've probably considered getting a portable power station. What's even smarter is buying one that's on sale for nearly half off.

As of Oct. 13, the Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 is on sale at Amazon for $429, marked down from the standard price of $799. That's a 46% discount and the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

The Gen 2 version of the Anker Solix C1000 is a refined and sleek version of the original Solix C1000, which I loved in testing. The Gen 2 has a few notable upgrades and perhaps the most impressive is its recharging time. Holding a Guinness World Record for recharging speed, the Solix C1000 Gen 2 can go from dead to 100% power in just 49 minutes. That pretty much means you can forget that it's dead and get it recharged before you're supposed to leave for the weekend camping trip.

Anker also added some refinements to the overall weight and size of the Gen 2. It's both smaller and lighter than the original Solix C1000, and it impressively weighs a bit under 25 pounds. The Gen 2 also features better USB-C ports since two of the three can handle 140W. The original C1000 tops out at 100W for USB-C. The new Gen 2 also features an updated LCD display that's super user-friendly.

To cut down on weight and size, Anker did remove a few features on the Gen 2 that I love on the original Solix C1000. It's missing the lightbar, which I think is fantastic for both camping and carrying the power station around the house during a power cut. But if you have other light sources, this might not be a deal breaker.

SEE ALSO: The DJI Power 2000 portable power station means business, and it’s great for DJI drone owners

The newer Solix C1000 Gen 2 also lacks expansion ability. You can pair the original with one extra battery to double the capacity, but the Gen 2 is stuck with its 1,024Wh permanent since it lacks the guts and port to accept an extra battery. Again, this might not be a totally acceptable for some folks, and isn't necessarily a downgrade. On the flipside, the Gen 2 has a higher peak output of 3,000W.

Today's sale price of $429 puts the Gen 2 in line with the current sale price on the original C1000, which is $429.99. The model that is best for your needs depends on if you prioritize a lightweight model with super quick recharging and two USB-C ports at 140W. If you want a lightbar and one extra AC port, the original might be your best bet.

In either case, both Solix C1000 models are on sale for under $430 at Amazon. This marks the all-time low price on the Gen 2 and since fall storms could hit any day now, it's wise to prepare.

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10 Wild, Weird, and Totally-True Crime Movies

How-To Geek - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 16:00

True crime has become a major obsession in books, podcasts, and television miniseries. Audiences just can’t get enough of these real stories involving murder, theft, and deception pulled straight from the headlines. Learning more about the evils that lurk within our world has an intoxicating allure.

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Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The End of an Era docu-series is coming to Disney+

Mashable - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 15:52

Taylor Swift is giving fans everything they could want this year. She got engaged to her boyfriend Travis Kelce, and made the whole wide world feel a part of it. She dropped her new album, The Life of a Showgirl, for us all to dissect and obsess over. Now, in time for the giving season, she's unveiling a deeper look than ever before into her globe-trotting, massively successful Eras Tour.

First up, Disney+ is debuting Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour | The End of an Era, a 6-episode behind-the-scenes documentary series that takes fans inside the development, inner workings, and impact of all things Eras Tour. And that's not all. Disney+ will also offer a new version of the Eras Tour concert, featuring The Tortured Poet Department.

SEE ALSO: Taylor Swift becomes the internet troll she loathes When does Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour | The End of an Era come to Disney+?

Mark your calendars, Swifties. Disney+ will premiere both Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour | The End of an Era and Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The Final Show on Dec. 12.

Among the goodies of the Eras Tour documentary series directed by Don Argott, The End an Era will also offer appearances from spotlight performers, Swift's family members, and friends – including Gracie Abrams, Sabrina Carpenter, Ed Sheeran, and Florence Welch.

As for The Final Show, this Glenn Weiss-directed concert doc was recorded in Vancouver, B.C.. The final stop of Swift's Eras Tour, the Vancouver show delivered a slew of songs that audiences have long loved, including the entirety of The Tortured Poets Department.

Get a taste of what Swift has in store with the first trailer above.

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour | The End of an Era and Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The Final Show will debut on Disney+ on Dec. 12.

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New The Running Man trailer looks like Die Hard meets Home Alone

Mashable - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 15:37

Given how dark the source material is, writer/director Edgar Wright could have gone in a pretty bleak direction for his adaptation of Stephen King's novella The Running Man — but judging by the trailers so far, it looks like he's gone down the popcorn-munching route instead.

In the trailer above Ben Richards (Chad Powers' Glen Powell) is shown trying to survive and hide from a team of killers for 30 days as part of a televised game show. If he's caught, he dies. If he survives, he wins $1 billion for his family and can pay for a doctor that his child is in desperate need of. It's a grim dystopian concept, but the trailer is full of action-packed sequences, explosions, and funy larger-than-life moments — including hunters falling victim to a booby-trapped house that's like something out of a much more violent Home Alone.

William H. Macy, Lee Pace, Michael Cera, Emilia Jones, Daniel Ezra, Jayme Lawson, Sean Hayes, Katy O’Brian with Colman Domingo and Josh Brolin also star.

The Running Man hits theaters on Nov. 14.

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Hyundai Achieves Record-Breaking Sales in Q3 2025

How-To Geek - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 15:30

Hyundai is on a hot streak in 2025, shattering sales records and solidifying its position as one of the fastest-growing automakers in the world. The brand’s Q3 performance marks a new milestone, driven by strong demand across its SUV, hybrid, and EV lineups. It’s a clear sign that Hyundai’s strategy of blending value, technology, and design is paying off.

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5 Movies to Stream on Prime Video This Week (October 13 - 19)

How-To Geek - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 15:00

Let’s face it: the better the weekend, the more bitter Monday feels. It can be hard to return to the grind after having a couple of days off. But one thing can make it better—watching a killer movie or two once you get home! And as luck would have it, I’m back to recommend some of my favorite films on Prime Video for you to watch this week.

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Forget Kindle, Here's Why I Use an Android eReader

How-To Geek - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 14:00

Most eReader brands, including Kindle and Kobo, utilize highly-optimized operating systems with a narrow scope of functionality. They're good products with good software, but they're designed to lock you into a singular storefront and user experience. But I just can't deal with that. So, I bought an Android eReader last September, and I have zero regrets.

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LineageOS 23, Based on Android 16, Is Finally Here

How-To Geek - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 13:36

Custom ROMs still exist, even as you might not be popping into our sister site XDA-Developers to download them as often as you used to do. LineageOS remains one of the most popular projects out there, and now, it's finally getting updated to Android 16—with some notes that reflect just how dire things have gotten.

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Bridgerton Season 4 trailer reveals release date

Mashable - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 13:20

If you thought that with New York Comic Con drawn to a close, the trailer watch had ended, Netflix has news for you. The Bridgerton Season 4 teaser trailer has landed, and with it, the release dates for Part 1 and Part 2.

As previously revealed, Season 4 of this hit series will focus on Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson), the rebellious second son who's gotten up to sexy escapades in past seasons, but not yet been wed. As per the logline from Netflix, things are about to change:

Despite his elder and younger brothers both being happily married, Benedict is loath to settle down — until he meets a captivating Lady in Silver at his mother's masquerade ball.

Dear readers of Julia Quinn's novel An Offer from a Gentleman, the third in Julia Quinn's Bridgerton book series, know the Lady in Silver is Sophie (Yerin Ha). And this much anticipated-teaser gives us a glimpse at this new character to Bridgerton and the masquerade ball where she'll meet a masked Benedict (giving Princess Bride). The brush of a gloved hand. The stolen smile. The dropped glove! We're already swooning.

But how long will Bridgerton fans have to wait until we get more from Lady Whistledown and her saucy neighbors? Asked and answered:

Credit: Netflix

Bridgerton Season 4 shall arrive in two parts, with Part 1 debuting on Netflix Jan. 29 and Part 2 on Feb. 26. Each section will offer four new episodes. Can you wait to "unmask true love"?

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The Lego Minecraft The Crafting Table set has dropped to its lowest-ever price at Amazon

Mashable - Mon, 10/13/2025 - 13:13

SAVE OVER $10: As of Oct. 13, the Lego Minecraft The Crafting Table set is on sale for $71.99 at Amazon. This is $18 off its list price of $89.99.

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$89.99 Save $18 Get Deal

Amazon still has some sale surprises up its sleeve between its October Prime Day sale event and Black Friday in November, particularly on Lego sets. At the moment, the Lego Minecraft The Crafting Table set is down to its lowest price yet at the retailer, which is great news if you're hoping to get some early holiday shopping done.

While it's usually listed for $89.99, the Lego Minecraft The Crafting Table set has dropped to $71.99 at Amazon, making for $18 in savings. According to price tracker camelcamelcamel, this is its lowest-ever price, so now's an excellent time to pick it up if you're shopping for a Minecraft fan.

SEE ALSO: Mashable readers know best — here's what our readers bought during October Prime Day

It's worth noting that the Lego Minecraft The Crafting Table set is recommended for older fans, aged 18 and up. However, if you know a younger fan who desperately wants it, just give them a hand with the build and they'll be all set. It comes with 1,195 pieces that create a very fun display piece that features five mini build modules and shows off 12 biomes: the Deep Dark, Lush Cave, Swamp, Plains, Forest, Cherry Grove, Desert, Taiga, Snowy Taiga, Dripstone Cave, Ice Spikes, and River.

No Lego set is complete without some figures, and this comes with eight buildable figures to include alongside your display: Steve, Alex, a skeleton, witch, Creeper, villager, cow, and a pig. It's a real treat for Minecraft fans, so don't miss out on this limited-time deal on the Lego Minecraft The Crafting Table set at Amazon.

If you're on the hunt for even more Lego sets to pick up right now, check out our roundup of the best Halloween-themed Lego sets for some great ideas to piece together this month during spooky season.

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