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The amazing Windows 10 feature that Microsoft wants you to forget

How-To Geek - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 15:30

Windows 10 had a powerful productivity tool that functioned as a literal time machine for your computer. It was known as Windows Timeline, and it is suspiciously similar to another feature that would come much later, which is not as good.

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How to watch Canada vs. Czechia in mens ice hockey online for free

Mashable - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 15:19

TL;DR: Live stream Canada vs. Czechia in men's ice hockey for free on CBC Gem. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The international ice hockey keeps coming, and the games are getting bigger and bigger. Canada vs. Czechia is the second quarter-final matchup on the schedule. Slovakia vs. Germany was the first game from this round, with Slovakia comfortably advancing to the semi finals after a 6-2 victory.

Canada are expected to overcome Czechia. They're expected to win every game they play, but Czechia possess the talent to give Canada some problems. They're coming off an impressive 3-2 victory over Denmark in the last round, but they'll need to find something special if they want to overcome Canada and progress to the next round. It's going to be a fascinating clash between two star-studded teams.

If you want to watch Canada vs. Czechia in men's ice hockey for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Canada vs. Czechia?

Canada vs. Czechia in men's ice hockey takes place at 10:40 a.m. ET on Feb. 18. This fixture takes place at the Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena.

How to watch Canada vs. Czechia for free

Canada vs. Czechia in men's ice hockey is available to live stream for free on CBC Gem.

CBC Gem is geo-restricted to Canada, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These handy tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Canada, meaning you can access free live streams of the 2026 winter sports ice hockey from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Canada vs. Czechia in men's ice hockey 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 Canada

  4. Visit CBC Gem

  5. Watch Canada vs. Czechia 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 free live streams without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch the ice hockey before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for CBC Gem?

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

  • Servers in 105 countries including Canada

  • 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 connection speeds

  • Up to 10 simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

Live stream Canada vs. Czechia in men's ice hockey for free with ExpressVPN.

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Your '100% Health' SSD score is a trap: The hidden signs of silent data corruption

How-To Geek - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 15:00

SSDs have a lot of behind-the-scenes error correction. That's fantastic, but it also means they can fail at 100% health, and you'll be none the wiser.

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How to Make a Killing review: Glen Powell stars in A24s eat-the-rich comedy

Mashable - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 15:00

Parasite. Saltburn. Ready or Not. Triangle of Sadness. The Menu. Send Help. The last few years have offered moviegoers a feast of wild and compelling eat-the-rich comedies. However, A24's latest, How to Make a Killing, should not be counted among them. 

SEE ALSO: 2026 movie preview: All the films you need to know about right now

This film's predecessors offered scorching social commentary, scandalous twists, gross-out gags or gag-worthy gore, and dark humor so grim you might choke on your laughter. How to Make a Killing, however, is tame by comparison.

In every way, writer/director John Patton Ford (Emily the Criminal) has dulled the edge of the very premise, creating a dark comedy that feels less like punching up and more like a defeated shrug. 

How to Make a Killing has a video game premise. 

Glen Powell stars as Becket Redfellow, the firstborn son of a poised New York socialite, who should have been able to grant him every privilege — no matter how obscene — of the ultra-rich. 

However, because Becket was conceived out of wedlock, his mother was disowned, forced to raise him not in the luxurious family mansion in Huntington, Long Island, but in the blue-collar setting of Bellevue, New Jersey. 

In flashbacks, a young Becket is educated by his mother in the hobbies of the hobnobbing elite, like archery, and told that he is still in the will, so one day the Redfellow fortune could be his. So, naturally, when his childhood crush resurfaces as a femme fatale (Margaret Qualley), tempting him to join high society no matter the cost, Becket gets to offing his estranged relatives. 

This has the vibes of a video game at first, where he stalks a douchey Wall Street broker (Raff Law) to his yacht, then a Bushwick trustafarian (Zach Woods) to his rooftop darkroom, then a two-faced televangelist (Topher Grace) to the office of his megachurch. With each successful murder, Becket is one step closer to the big boss, his ornery grandfather Whitelaw Redfellow (Ed Harris, bringing Love Lies Bleeding menace to a higher social class). 

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However, where Qualley's Waspy seductress is the devil on his shoulder, an angel appears in Jessica Henwick, who plays an aspiring high school teacher named Ruth, who is proud of her "small dreams." Which woman — and thereby which path — will Becket choose? It's not as fun as it should be to find out. 

Glen Powell is miscast in How to Make a Killing. 

As in Edgar Wright's The Running Man remake, this strong-jawed leading man with brilliantly white, straight teeth is cast as a working-class everyman, put-upon by a wealthy ruling class that scoffs at his suffering. However, Powell doesn't look working class, no matter how he might muss his hair. 

Becket was supposed to be born into a life of privilege, so you could argue him looking the part is the point. OK. But the other problem is, Powell is just not as funny as the supporting players around him. Law is channeling The Wolf of Wall Street slapstick as a finance bro with no self-awareness. Woods is sharply comedic as a self-important photographer with more money than vision. Grace, who looks jarring with a deep spray tan and a litter of tattoos, is unnervingly amusing as a modern pastor whose true passion is scamming. Add to that Bill Camp (Drive-Away Dolls) as a self-loathing uncle and Qualley as an over-the-top vamp, and you have a stellar supporting cast priming Powell for punchlines. And he can't land a one. (No offense to Henwick. She's cast to play a one-note good girl, so she gets nothing in the way of jokes.) 

SEE ALSO: How eat-the-rich comedies changed during COVID

Powell's playing an underdog, but he has the suavity of a leading man. And as Ford's thriller trudges into its climactic showdown, I was frustrated to realize I didn't feel invested in Becket's journey because he didn't feel remotely real to me. While everyone else had built characters kooky, bold, and — even if thinly written — defined, Powell's revenge killer struck me as bland, despite his murder spree. 

How to Make a Killing falls short of shocking, surprising, or fun. 

Ford conceives of unexpected ways to kill the first couple of cousins. However, for those seeking gruesome spectacle, as is common for eat-the-rich comedies, you'll be let down by how often the deaths happen out of frame. There's nothing as heart-stopping as the climax of Parasite's party, or as gross as Triangle of Sadness's vomit fest, or as satisfying as the gloppy explosions in Ready or Not. And Ford certainly doesn't genre-bend as effectively as Sam Raimi does with Send Help

For those hoping for a thrilling cat-and-mouse game with the FBI agents who turn up after the second murder, you'll be frustrated by how the authorities are painted as both outrageously incompetent and, abruptly, incredibly competent, depending on the needs of the plot. 

How to Make a Killing isn't shocking in its violence, but it is bold in its gaping plot holes. For a movie so fixated on how its anti-hero aims to get away with murder, it's wild to ignore typical evidence, like DNA, as a plot point. 

But most frustrating of all is how How to Make a Killing offers neither political satire nor cheap thrills, delivering a tedious cautionary tale about the pursuit of money at all costs. All the other comedies I mentioned use their twisted tales to not only entertain but also urge their audience to consider how class conflict and wealth inequality impacts them and their world. How to Make A Killing offers a story that feels bound by Hays Code conventions, antiquated guidelines for Hollywood movies intended to keep them from being too subversive or controversial. While that code fell out of fashion in the 1960s, it's alarming to see in 2026 a movie from A24, the groundbreaking studio behind such superb cinema as Lady Bird, Moonlight, The Florida Project, and Everything Everywhere All at Once, deliver an eat-the-rich comedy so tame. 

How to Make a Killing opens in theaters on Feb. 20.

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Grab 8 Pokemon TCG: Phantasmal Flames booster packs at a new low price on Amazon — save $20

Mashable - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 14:47

TL;DR: Eight-pack lots of Pokémon TCG: Phantasmal Flames booster packs are now $69.98 on Amazon. That’s a 22% discount from the $89.99 list price.

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Modern expansions in the Pokémon trading card game are still hard to come by at reasonable prices, but now you can save just over $20 when stocking up on Phantasmal Flames. As of Feb. 18, you can buy an eight-pack lot of Pokémon TCG: Phantasmal Flames booster packs for $69.98 — that's $20.01 off its original list price of $89.99. 

Checking price tracker camelcamelcamel has confirmed that this is a fairly new listing, but it is still an amazing deal considering the other prices out there. 

Firstly, as with other expansions, each Phantasmal Flames booster pack will give you 10 random cards from its 120-card total — giving you the chance to pull stunning and valuable Special Illustration Rares like Mega Charizard X ex and Dawn, although you can also buy single cards from the expansion at TCGplayer.

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Due to the long ongoing issues with the Pokémon TCG’s high consumer demand vs. supply, it’s been almost impossible to have readily available booster packs at market value pricing. With this eight-pack lot sold for $69.98, you would normally be saving money with each booster worth $8.74. However, Phantasmal Flames seem to be seeing even shorter supply than normal — resulting in its boosters being sold for $11.43. So you're getting an even bigger saving with this bundle.

To get more of Phantasmal Flames at a good price, the Weavile 3-Pack Blister is still going for $34.99 at Amazon. What’s more, the Pokémon TCG Pokémon Day 2026 Collection is still available for under $40 at Amazon.

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Get $80 off Sonos Ace headphones at Amazon — act fast to score this limited-time discount

Mashable - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 14:38

SAVE $80: As of Feb. 18, Sonos Ace headphones are on sale for $319 at Amazon. This deal saves you $80 on their list price of $399.

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Are you searching for some new headphones to take on adventures once the warmer weather rolls in? The Sonos Ace are worth a look and they're on sale at Amazon. For a limited time, you can grab the black pair for $319 at Amazon.

This is an $80 drop from the Sonos Ace list price of $399, but it only applies to the black headphones. The white pair are also on sale right now, although they've only been reduced to $349. You'll save money on whichever pair you decide to go with, but the black pair are the real standout deal of the two.

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As is the case with many products from Sonos, the Sonos Ace feature a sleek, understated style that's comfy to boot. In our review of the Sonos Ace, Mashable's Miller Kern said they're "the most comfortable over-ear headphones I’ve personally tried." It's not just the comfort department that they excel in, though. The Sonos Ace also boast great sound quality, spatial audio, and active noise cancellation, alongside up to 30 hours of battery life with ANC enabled.

When it comes to the ANC, Kern noted that it's "pretty good noise cancellation that blocks out most outside noise." And as for sound quality? Kern had high praise, saying, "Other headphones I’ve tested pale in comparison to Sonos Ace when it comes to sound quality."

Treat yourself to new headphones with this great deal on the Sonos Ace at Amazon.

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Microsoft keeps canceling and reviving this unpopular Windows feature

How-To Geek - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 14:30

Microsoft has a really long and complicated history with things like desktop widgets and dynamic tiles. This feature, which the company keeps canceling, renaming, and then aggressively bringing back, has become a persistent, annoying part of the Windows environment. We really have to ask why this feature keeps coming back, even though users consistently ignore or outright reject it.

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Audible launches Read & Listen, allowing you to follow along with your audiobook

Mashable - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 14:30

We're not here to debate if audiobooks count as reading, and neither is Audible. Audiobooks are an essential part of the reading world, providing an accessible and convenient option. But what if you want to read and listen at the same time? Well, Audible has built that into its app.

Read & Listen is the latest feature coming to Audible. Now, while listening to an audiobook, the app shows synchronized text to the audiobook track. It's a flexible option for those moments you want to be fully immersed and others when you just want to listen on the go.

You can swap between Listen and Read & Listen modes on any book. Credit: Audible / Mashable

Included in the Read & Listen feature is one-tap mode switching between listen and read & listen, real-time synchronization, which highlights word-by-word, and easy discovery in which Audible automatically identifies matching e-books in a customer's Kindle library, surfacing eligible titles in a dedicated Library tab. The catalogue is global for Listen & Read with titles available in English, German, Spanish, Italian, and French.

Andy Tsao, Chief Product Officer at Audible, says, "Read & Listen gives book lovers the best of both worlds. Whether you're learning a new language, studying for school, or lost in a story’s world, you no longer have to choose one format over the other."

According to Audible, users of Read & Listen consume twice as much content per month compared to audiobook-only listeners. The Read & Listen feature was previously only available in the Kindle app as part of the Whispersync for Voice experience. Now it's fully integrated into the Audible app, with discounted audiobooks available for customers who own the matching e-book.

The feature is now available to United States Audible users as of Feb. 18, 2026. Users in the UK, Australia, and Germany can access the feature on March 18, 2026.

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How to watch Love Island: All Stars online for free

Mashable - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 14:29

TL;DR: Live stream the third season of Love Island: All Stars for free on ITVX. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

We should all be seeking as little drama as possible in our private lives. There's a lot of joy to be found in a peaceful existence. That being said, there's also a great deal of joy to be found in watching other people's messy lives play out. And that's exactly what Love Island provides.

The hit show delivers weeks of flirting, breakups, and passionate debate between fame-hungry singles. It's exactly what we all need to get through these bleak winter months. And the only thing better than Love Island is Love Island: All Stars. Someone came up with the great idea to invite some of the best Love Island contestants back for another chance at finding love.

They're looking for love, OK? They're not heading back for a quick paycheck. How dare you even suggest that.

If you're interested in watching Love Island: All Stars for free from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.

When is Love Island: All Stars in 2026?

The third season of Love Island: All Stars starts on Jan. 15. This latest season is expected to run for six weeks.

How to watch Love Island: All Stars for free in 2026

The third season of Love Island: All Stars is available to live stream for free on ITVX.

ITVX is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone from around the world 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, meaning you can unblock ITVX to watch Love Island: All Stars from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Love Island: All Stars for free by following these simple steps:

  1. Sign up for 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 ITVX

  5. Stream Love Island: All Stars for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for unblocking streaming sites are not free, but they do tend to offer free trials and money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Love Island: All Stars without committing with your cash. This isn't a long-term solution, but it gives you time to watch a large chunk of the season before recovering your investment.

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

What is the best VPN for ITVX?

ExpressVPN is the top choice for accessing free live streams on ITVX, for a number of reasons:

  • Servers in 105 countries including the UK

  • Easy-to-use apps for Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS, as well as platforms like Linux, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV, and routers

  • Strict no-logging policy

  • Fast connection speeds free from throttling

  • Up to 10 simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

Live stream Love Island: All Stars for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

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5 spiffing British shows you need to watch on Netflix

How-To Geek - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 14:15

British TV has spawned some of the biggest shows in the US. Popular shows, including The Office and House of Cards, are based on successful British shows that have been remade for the US audience. You don't need to wait for the remake, however; Netflix has a wide selection of current British shows that you should be watching.

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The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid gets the ownership basics almost perfect

How-To Geek - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 14:00

Hybrids are having a real moment right now, especially as the early EV hype has cooled off for a lot of U.S. buyers. For plenty of drivers, they’ve become the sweet spot between fuel savings, price, and everyday usability.

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How learning a "dead language" can make you a better programmer

How-To Geek - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 13:30

Programming languages pop up, morph, and disappear constantly, so spending your valuable time mastering a dead language probably sounds completely ridiculous. However, it's actually one of the best ways to understand programming without the regular trial and error.

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How I make 6 figures on OnlyFans selling feet pics

Mashable - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 13:17

"No free feet" has become a meme online, but for some creators, it's actually true. Of Clips4Sale's top 10 fetishes that defined the last 20 years, the humble foot fetish topped the list. It's popular, which means it's profitable.

Naomi Noel is a foot creator, stripper, and porn performer. On OnlyFans, her foot content literally pays off. She makes around six figures a year on the platform, and for one month in 2025, made over $12,000 (she shared a screenshot of her earnings with Mashable to verify).

SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about foot fetishes

Mashable interviewed Noel about her content and her (money-making) toes.

The power of niching down

Noel was a stripper for six years before COVID struck. At the height of the pandemic, clubs closed, so she started an OnlyFans account doing nude and solo content. She found a foot creator (she can't recall who now, and she's since retired) who she taught Noel how to post on Instagram for an audience that loves feet.

"There's a large niche for that online," Noel told Mashable. "People who are looking it up, their algorithms really pick up anything to do with feet." While she does different types of adult content, feet content brings in a lot of income because it's so niche, she said.

SEE ALSO: AdultFriendFinder review: Is the hookup site legit or a scam?

Now, she produces a variety of content on different fan sites, like LoyalFans and the phone sex site SextPanther, and she also films porn for studios. She also has different social media sites and uses them in different ways. On X, she posts more explicit clips from her porn. On Instagram, she posts feet. 

"Honestly, the only way I will get any views on my Instagram is if I post my feet," she said. She also has multiple Instagram accounts for different purposes, like accounts for feet, stripping, and sex worker rights. She's very careful about what she posts to Instagram because of its content rules —  "You can't really post too much ass cheek" on Instagram, she said — but feet are different. 

Over the years, adult performers, LGBTQ content creators, and others have told Mashable they're shadowbanned from Instagram, meaning they're unsearchable and not shown to non-followers and sometimes even followers. But because feet aren't always perceived as sexual, Noel is able to post them.

SEE ALSO: How to unblock Pornhub for free

"Shadowbanning is a big deal," Noel said. "But with feet, it's actually a little bit easier because feet are not banned."

What does an adult foot creator post?

Through her experience, Noel has found out that different customers want different things. When she strips in Miami, the "girl next door" look — natural hair color, not a lot of tattoos — makes her more money.

"I dance with 50 to 100 girls in a night," she said, but online, there are thousands, if not millions, of creators. "You have to stand out. And I feel like the best way is to niche." And feet are a big niche.

Noel herself doesn't find women's feet attractive, but she understands the domination aspect of the fetish. She met a male creator who doms in his videos, and his submissive women worship his feet.

SEE ALSO: A beginner's guide to understanding Dom/sub dynamics

"When I started seeing it from my own perspective, as a sub, I was like, 'OK, now I get it,'" she told Mashable.

When she does foot content, she does so from a dom perspective because that's what customers want. "They want to worship the ground you walk on, in a way," she said. "That's the real psychological part of it."

She'll oil her feet and ask men to pay for her pedicures — then she'll send out videos to whoever tipped her, and she'll get the style they ask for, like French tips. Other custom requests she receives are saying a customer's name, or giving them jerk-off instructions (or JOI — Clips4Sale's #9 of 10 top ten fetishes of the last decade). 

All in all, even if you don't share a fetish, you can appreciate it — or financially benefit from it.

"I have girlfriends who censor their toes, like they would censor [their] nipples…because some people really get off to that," she said, "and you don't want to give it out for free."

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Polestar will launch four new electric cars by 2028

Mashable - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 13:08

Polestar is expanding its lineup in a big way.

On Wednesday, the company announced what it called the "largest model offensive in its history," with four new cars coming in the next three years.

Some of these aren't exactly a surprise. The 2026 Polestar 5, a quick electric sedan, was announced last year, will start being delivered to customers this summer.

But the company also announced a revamp version of its electric SUV, the Polestar 4, which will launch later in 2026, with deliveries starting in the fourth quarter of the year.

Next in line is a new version of the compact electric sedan, the Polestar 2, which should launch "early in 2027."

Finally, the Polestar 7, a "compact, premium SUV," is scheduled for launch in 2028.

Here's a closer look at the upcoming models, Polestar 4,2, and 7. Credit: Polestar

The details on the new models are scarce; this is more of a strategy announcement from Polestar than a car reveal. The company did say the Polestar 4 will be "combining the space of an estate and the versatility of an SUV with the dynamic performance that is Polestar," while the Polestar 2 will be "very exciting."

SEE ALSO: Is the Polestar 4's missing rear window genius or a gimmick?

As for the Polestar 7, a very important model in Europe where compact SUVs are all the rage, the company claims that it's convinced it "can offer customers a progressive performance-driven car for a very attractive price point, built in Europe."

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You bought smart bulbs for all the wrong reasons (and so did I)

How-To Geek - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 13:00

A smart bulb was the first smart home device I ever bought, and before long, I had multiple smart bulbs all around my home. It took one of my smart bulbs dying to make me realize what I'd been doing wrong from the start.

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Get your 1st month of Proton Drive for just $1 — score 200GB of cloud storage for a low price

Mashable - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 12:36

TL;DR: A one-month subscription to Proton Drive Plus is on sale for just $1 for the first month. Alternatively, get 40% off Proton Drive Plus annual plans.

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Keeping documents, photos, and more of your personal files safe in a digital landscape is incredibly important. If you've been searching for extra cloud storage to hold your most important items online, and make sure they are secure and protected from any outside access, Proton Drive is worth considering. That's even more true right now, as you can secure a limited-time deal on both its monthly and annual Drive Plus 200GB plans.

Those who sign up for the Proton Drive Plus monthly plan — which sets you up with "200GB of end-to-end encrypted cloud storage" — can get their first month for just $1. Yep, only a dollar. After that it goes back up to its usual price of $4.99 per month, but there's no pressure to continue with the service if you're not impressed.

If you want to spring for the annual Drive Plus plan instead, you can save 40% right now with the new price of $35.92 for the first 12 months. After that, your plan will renew at $47.88 every year, unless you cancel.

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Proton Drive can significantly boost your digital security. Alongside end-to-end encryption, you're able to access your items from anywhere and have full control over who can view what you've stored with the help of passwords and expiration dates. It even allows you to upload as much as you like, recover files that may have been overwritten or altered, and back up your photos so nothing gets lost.

We're big fans of Proton VPN, which was even awarded our favorite VPN overall, so why not take advantage of this great deal on its cloud storage plan? Now is your chance to get your first month of Proton Drive Plus for just $1.

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How to use the BYCOL function in Microsoft Excel

How-To Geek - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 12:30

BYCOL is the ultimate tool for scalable column math in Excel. By replacing dozens of individual formulas with one "brain" cell, you eliminate the risk of manual errors and broken ranges. It's the fastest way to upgrade a fragile spreadsheet into a future-proof, automated dashboard.

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Get the Razer Orochi V2 wireless gaming mouse for its lowest-ever price at Amazon — save $40

Mashable - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 12:25

TL;DR: The Razer Orochi V2 wireless gaming mouse is now at its lowest-ever price on Amazon, down to $29.99. That’s 57% off a compact, ultra-light gaming mouse built for precision and long battery life.

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Razer’s long been a go-to name for reliable gaming peripherals, and right now you can pick up one of its most travel-friendly mice for less than ever before. As of Feb. 18, Amazon has dropped the price of the Razer Orochi V2 wireless gaming mouse to as low as $29.99 — its lowest-ever price, confirmed with price tracker camelcamelcamel

The Razer Orochi V2 was initially cut to $32.99 as part of a limited-time deal; however, Amazon has a coupon available until Feb. 22 where you can knock off an extra $3. While the quartz pink SKU is temporarily out of stock, the white version of the mouse is still available, but only for the $32.99 price without the option of adding the voucher.

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Whichever color of the Razer Orochi V2 you buy, you’re still getting a wireless mouse designed for gamers who want portability without sacrificing performance. Weighing in at under 60 grams (excluding the battery), it’s compact enough to slip into a backpack while still offering the responsiveness you’d expect from a competitive gaming mouse. Its 5G Advanced 18K DPI optical sensor delivers fast, pixel-precise tracking, making it a strong pick for shooters like Fortnite, MOBAs such as League of Legends, and everyday play.

The Orochi V2’s battery lasts up to 950 hours on Bluetooth or around 425 hours using Razer HyperSpeed Wireless. With that, you can game for months on a single AA or AAA battery. What’s more, this mouse features second-gen Razer mechanical switches rated for up to 60 million clicks, making sure you can play click-heavy games like Civilization VII to your heart’s content without worry of it abruptly giving out on you. 

Looking for something even cheaper? The Logitech G305 is still on sale for a low price at Amazon. For more from Razer, the premium Basilisk V3 Pro RGB wireless gaming mouse is on sale.

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The Samsung QD-OLED Odyssey G9 gaming monitor is close to its best-ever price — save over $350 at Amazon

Mashable - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 12:07

TL;DR: The Samsung 49-inch Odyssey G9 QD-OLED curved gaming monitor is currently on sale for $899.99 at Amazon, down from its typical $1,266 price.

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Ideal for anyone planning to upgrade their gaming setup to an OLED display on a budget, this latest price drop on a stellar-looking Samsung monitor might be just what you need.

As of Feb. 18, Samsung’s enormous 49-inch Odyssey G9QD-OLED ultrawide monitor (the G93SC series) has dipped to $899.99 at Amazon; that makes it just $1.99 short of reaching its all-time-low price of $898 — as confirmed with price tracker camelcamelcamel.

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You’re getting a model that’s built around a super-wide 32:9 Dual QHD panel, which stretches your games and apps across a massive canvas designed to eliminate the need for a dual-monitor setup. The 1,800R curve wraps around your field of view for a more targeted cinematic feel, whether you’re exploring open-world RPGs like Nioh 3, playing classic PC franchises like The Sims, streaming on Twitch, or managing multiple tabs for work.

If you’re planning on a mix of all of the above, the Odyssey G9’s speed is another big draw. With a blazing-fast 240Hz refresh rate and a near-instant 0.03ms response time, this massive Samsung monitor promises smooth gameplay without distracting blur or lag. With its QD-OLED technology, you’ll get deeper contrast and vibrant colors, while features like G-Sync compatibility and FreeSync Premium Pro support keep performance stable during fast-paced sessions. 

oFor an even cheaper QD-OLED monitor, the 34-inch curved Alienware AW3423DWF is at a record-low price on Amazon. If you’d like to save even more, Samsung’s pure OLED version of the Odyssey G9 (G91SD series) is still on sale for $799.99 at Amazon.

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Get the Eufy 11S Max robot vacuum for under $150 at Amazon — act fast to save $140

Mashable - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 12:02

SAVE OVER $100: As of Feb. 18, the Eufy 11S MAX robot vacuum is on sale at Amazon for $139.99. That's $140 off its list price of $279.99.

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The Presidents' Day sales may be reaching their end, but Amazon still has a few offers hanging around that are worth checking out. Looking for a robot vacuum? There are still some big savings worth taking advantage of, including a 50% discount on the Eufy 11S Max robot vacuum.

As of Feb. 18, the Eufy 11S Max robot vacuum is marked down to $139.99 at Amazon. Normally, its full price comes to $279.99, but this is a great opportunity to grab it for $140 less than list price. This is a limited-time deal, so be quick to scoop it up at this price.

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If you're just looking for vacuuming help around the house, rather than the full mopping/vacuuming combo that can be found in more premium robot vacuums, the Eufy 11S Max gets the job done. It has a maximum suction power of 2,000 Pa, and its slim design (that comes to about 2.85-inches high) helps it to slip underneath furniture for a deeper clean around your home. It also features BoostIQ Technology, which adjusts the suction power to make sure each surface gets a thorough clean.

On top of that, it has an infrared sensor and drop-sensing tech that helps it avoid any obstacles or steps as it cleans around, and it can run up to 100 minutes while vacuuming on hardwood floors. If you're shopping on a budget, the Eufy 11S Max can help clean without breaking the bank. Don't miss out on this deal at Amazon.

Even though Presidents' Day deals are slowing down, it's still worth having a last-minute look at Amazon to see what's leftover. Check out our rundown of Amazon's Presidents' Day sale to see if there are any deals still available that catch your eye.

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