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There's a long-standing debate over which web browser you should use. Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, and plenty of others all have their fans, and most of us eventually settle on whichever one fits our particular needs. For me, Edge Drop makes Microsoft's browser considerably more useful—but now that's being taken away.

Do you love making things and getting your hands dirty? Whether you’re into arts, crafts, or both, a 3D printer could be a good investment. You don’t need model design skills to benefit either, since there’s a whole world of models out there just waiting to be discovered.

It's frustrating to sit down at your laptop for an afternoon of work, only to realize that it's hovering at two percent battery. Oh, and you forgot your charger at home. Perfect.

That's why battery life is one of the most important factors shoppers consider when searching for the best laptops, according to a 2025 CNET survey. (FYI: Mashable and CNET are both owned by the same parent company, Ziff Davis.) That makes total sense. While not everyone needs a marathon runner — PC gamers and creative professionals will probably prioritize performance — a laptop that constantly leaves you stranded without juice is an inconvenience. It's not truly portable, which is basically the whole point of buying a laptop instead of a desktop PC. This is why Mashable tests every laptop we review for battery life using a standardized video rundown exercise.

Modern laptops should provide an all-day charge

The battery lives of laptops have improved dramatically as of late — Windows laptops, in particular. In 2024, only one PC we tested lasted over 20 hours. In the last two years, three models have surpassed the 30-hour mark, two have lasted over 24 hours, and 10 more have lasted at least 20 hours. Our median battery life for 2024-model-year PCs was 12.5 hours; for this year's models, it's at 18.5 — a 48 percent increase. This boost was fueled by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X series chips and Intel's Panther Lake chips.

In the MacBook realm, Apple's switch to custom M-series silicon in 2020 was a game-changer. With a rated battery life of up to 18 hours, the original M1 MacBook Air had 50 percent more stamina than its Intel-powered predecessor. Subsequent M2, M3, M4, and M5 Pro and Air models we've tested have lasted for up to 21 hours per charge. And the new budget MacBook Neo, while short-lived for a modern MacBook, outlasts the average cheap PC or Chromebook with roughly 15 hours of battery life.

SEE ALSO: The best MacBook to buy in 2026: Comparing the Air, Neo, and Pro

These massive battery life bumps aren't the result of laptop batteries getting bigger. They've happened because laptop chips are getting smaller and more efficient, according to another CNET analysis. Tinier processors don't need as much juice to work.

Qualcomm's Snapdragon X series chips and Apple's M-series chips are further aided by the fact that they're both based on ARM instruction set architecture, or ISA. Put simply, ISA determines how a laptop's chip talks to its software. ARM ISA is less complicated than the traditional x86 ISA used in Intel and AMD chips, so ARM-based laptops tend to be more power-efficient. (The only catch is that you might run into compatibility issues with some specialty software and PC games.)

Which laptop has the highest battery life in 2026?

The best battery life laptop we've ever tested is the HP OmniBook 3 16, which held out for 40 hours and 14 minutes in our video rundown test. No other laptop we've tested has surpassed the 35-hour mark, though one comes close.

The best MacBook Neo deals you can shop right now: The Apple Store Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $599 (save $100 with education discount) Get Deal Amazon Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $689 (save $10 at Amazon) Get Deal the Apple Store Refurbished Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $599 (save $100) Get Deal the Apple Store Refurbished Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $689 (save $120) Get Deal Best Buy Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $699 + free $25 Starbucks gift card Get Deal Best Buy Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $599 (save $100) Get Deal Costco Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $689.99 (save $9.01; no membership required) Get Deal

While Apple's MacBook Neo remains a fantastic value even after its $100 price hike this summer, it never hurts to check if you can get it on sale for even cheaper.

Major retailers like Amazon and Best Buy have yet to offer significant discounts on the Neo, with Amazon offering a measly $10 discount. The best MacBook Neo deal has always been the Apple Store's education discount for college students, their parents, and school faculty. It takes $100 off the Neo, effectively erasing its price increase.

SEE ALSO: The best MacBook to buy in 2026: Comparing the Air, Neo, and Pro

For a while, you could take advantage of Apple's education pricing even if you didn't have a student ID, but that's no longer the case. Fortunately, there's another way to get the Neo on sale for up to $120 off regardless of your student status, and that's by buying refurbished.

Here's a rundown of all the best live MacBook Neo offers around the web as of mid-August, just in time for back-to-school season. For what it's worth, I consider the Neo to be the best MacBook for K-12 students and cash-strapped undergrads.

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The Apple Store sells Certified Refurbished MacBook Neos for up to $120 off — the best option for shoppers who aren't eligible for its student discount. Base Neo models with 256GB of storage are priced at $599 (normally $699 new), while upgraded models with 512GB of storage and Touch ID go for $679 (typically $799 new).

At the time of writing, the Apple Store had all four colors of both configurations in stock. Choose from citrus, silver, indigo, or blush.

Apple's Certified Refurbished devices are pre-owned but tested to make sure they're fully functional, and they come with one-year warranties.

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The retail giant is selling the Neo for a whopping $10 off. It's your best option if you aren't a student, don't want a refurbished unit, and don't want your savings in the form of a gift card.

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Best Buy also has a Geek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Neo on sale for $100 off, but you only have one configuration option: the 256GB base model in indigo. It's been fixed up to like-new condition and includes a 90-day parts and labor warranty.

If you'd prefer a brand-new model, Best Buy throws in a free $25 Starbucks gift card when you buy any new Neo model during its 60th Anniversary Sale (live through Sunday, Aug. 23). As part of the event, Best Buy stores will also be offering an exclusive Neo deal this Saturday, Aug. 22.

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$699 Save $9.01 No membership required. Get Deal

Meanwhile, Costco has the base Neo marked down to $689.99 — a $9.01 savings. At least the deal isn't limited to Costco members.

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Astronomers once stumbled on what appeared to be a black hole racing through space, a bizarre sight they only caught because the Hubble Space Telescope happened to be staring in the exact right place.

The discovery made for a juicy headline, but also served as a warning: If you're relying on serendipity alone to find the weirdest, most revealing objects in the universe, you're going to miss most of them.

NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, which could launch as early as Aug. 30, is the agency's next flagship observatory and is designed to change those odds.

"It's extraordinarily lucky that Hubble was able to catch that," senior project scientist Julie McEnery told Mashable during a news conference in April. "Roman would be able to find some things like that in space, because we're surveying such a large part of the sky, and then we can follow up with detailed measurements — with James Webb Space Telescope — now that we know where to look."

Instead of looking deeply at tiny patches of sky, Roman is expected to scan huge areas quickly and find the rarest objects in the cosmos. In practice, the new telescope's purpose is to act as a scout, mapping the universe rapidly, while Hubble, Webb, and other observatories zero in on the details.

SEE ALSO: Bright planets can blind the Webb telescope. A fix is coming. Why Roman looks wide instead of deep

Roman's biggest advantage over Hubble is how much more sky it can see at once. The new telescope will capture images with Hubble-like resolution in infrared light, but each picture will span at least 100 times more space.

Over its first five years, Roman is expected to image more than 50 times as much sky as Hubble has managed in three decades.

Roman will use that power to tackle some of the biggest open questions in cosmology. It will map the distribution of galaxies and galaxy clusters in space and how their structures change over time. Those patterns help test our narrative about the universe: that it began hot and dense, has been expanding and cooling ever since, and is shaped by normal matter, dark matter, and dark energy.

Dark matter is an unseen form of matter that reveals itself only through gravity. Dark energy is the name scientists give to whatever seems to be speeding up the universe's expansion. Current measurements don't all agree, suggesting the theory could be missing something important.

Roman is designed to sharpen that picture. It will build 3D maps of the universe, sending down about 1.4 terabytes of science data every day. A single image from the main survey would take more than 500,000 4K TVs to display — enough to cover 45 city blocks, mission leaders said.

How Roman, Webb, and Hubble work together

The legendary Hubble telescope, in orbit since 1990, sees in visible, ultraviolet, and infrared light, packing thousands of galaxies into a tiny patch of sky. With Roman in operation, Hubble will be able to focus on studies of single galaxies, star‑forming regions, or black hole candidates, all while using colors of light that Roman doesn't cover.

Webb, launched in 2021, operates primarily in the infrared band of the spectrum. That lets it see light obscured by cosmic dust, study extremely early galaxies, and analyze the atmospheres of some exoplanets, worlds that orbit other stars.

Hubble provides detailed multi‑color views of single objects, Webb zooms in on distant targets in infrared, and Roman will take much wider infrared images of the cosmos. Credit: NASA Goddard infographic

"You could consider one of Roman's roles to be something like a finding chart for the James Webb Space Telescope," McEnery said.

Together, Roman and Webb behave like wide‑angle and telephoto lenses on the same camera. Roman will show the broader "ecosystem" around objects, while Webb returns to specific oddities Roman finds for more detailed looks.

"Roman isn't just doing Hubble and Webb science faster," said Nicky Fox, associate administrator for science at NASA. "It's doing fundamentally different science that could not be done with either observatory. The three missions will complement each other."

Roman will also work closely with missions beyond NASA's own flagships.

On the ground, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile will repeatedly scan the sky in visible light, tracking how things change over time. Because its images are sometimes too blurry to separate close objects, two or more sources can blend into one.

By comparing Rubin's images with Roman's sharper infrared views, astronomers may be able to visually resolve those crowded scenes, improving Rubin's maps. Both observatories will also track exploding stars, combining visible and infrared data to refine measurements of how fast the universe is expanding.

An advanced tool for exoplanets A NASA team integrates the coronagraph into its carrier on the telescope. Credit: NASA / Sydney Rohde

Roman is also equipped with an advanced coronagraph, an instrument that blocks a star's direct light so the telescope can photograph nearby planets in the star's glare. On Roman, this coronagraph is primarily a technology demonstration, showing that it is possible to directly image large Jupiter‑like planets orbiting other stars from space.

Roman's coronagraph technology leapfrogs existing instruments, surpassing the capabilities of Hubble, Webb, and ground‑based telescopes, said Vanessa Bailey, NASA's coronagraph scientist for the Roman telescope.

"What astronomers can do today with coronagraph instruments is see planets that are maybe 1 million times fainter than their stars," Bailey told Mashable. "What we're doing with the Roman coronagraph is hopefully getting to 10 million to 100 million times fainter, maybe even a little bit more in the best‑case scenario. That might allow us to see light reflected off of the cloud tops of a cold, old Jupiter analog in visible light for the first time."

The tech demonstration matters for what NASA hopes will come next: The proposed Habitable Worlds Observatory. This space telescope would be designed to directly photograph Earth‑like planets around sun‑like stars and search their atmospheres for "biosignatures" — gases such as oxygen and ozone that could hint at life. 

Roman, along with these other U.S. observatories, is poised to give astronomers a more complete picture of the cosmos.

"We're going to be surveying patches of the sky, going back over and over again to find new things that go bump in the night," McEnery said. "I very much hope, and in fact expect, that the most exciting science from Roman is going to be the things that we didn't expect — that we couldn't predict."

SAVE UP TO $480: Through Sept. 2, you can get NFL Sunday Ticket (reg. $60/month) for free by activating a new Verizon phone line or switching to select Verizon phone or home internet plans. Existing Verizon customers can also get NFL Sunday Ticket for a discount.

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NFL Sunday Ticket is running a deal for newcomers that drops its typically exorbitant $60 per month price down to $30 per month. But honestly, that's still pretty dang expensive to watch only out-of-market NFL games. Fortunately, there's an even better way to get NFL Sunday Ticket, thanks to Verizon, and it won't cost you a cent.

Verizon has resurrected its free NFL Sunday Ticket deal from previous years, which covers your subscription cost for the entire 2026-2027 season. There are four different ways you can unlock the free promotion through Verizon:

• Buy an eligible 5G phone and activate a new line on an Unlimited Ultimate or Unlimited Plus plan

• Buy an eligible 5G phone and upgrade an existing line to the Unlimited Ultimate or Unlimited Plus plan

• Switch your home internet connection to Verizon's 100% fiber-optic Fios Home Internet plans or select Verizon Home Internet options (5G Home Ultimate or Verizon Home Internet Lite Extra)

• Switch your home internet connection to premium Frontier Fiber Internet 1G, 2G, 5G, or 7G

This deal is valid through Sept. 2, a week before the regular NFL season kicks off, which gives you plenty of time to decide whether you want to grab a new phone or change up your internet plan.

If you don't want to make any changes to your phone or internet plan, Verizon still thinks you should save some money on NFL Sunday Ticket (and frankly, so do I). Existing Verizon and Simplicity customers can score a standalone NFL Sunday Ticket from a YouTube subscription for only $234 or the NFL Sunday Ticket + NFL RedZone streaming bundle for $276 through Verizon.

NFL Sunday Ticket is the only legal way you can watch every out-of-market NFL game on Sunday afternoons throughout the season. These are the games that are only available outside of the designated broadcast region you are in. It's the best and only real option for fans who live in a different region than the team(s) they want to watch. It's also a good way to keep up with your fantasy players. Typically, it'll cost you a jaw-dropping $480 as a standalone service for the whole season, so any opportunity to score the streamer for less is well worth jumping on.

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

La Liga has been back for a week, but it feels like it's only starting for real this weekend. That's because Real Madrid and Barcelona are playing for the first time. We've had a staggered start to the season due to the World Cup, but now every team will have kicked off their campaign.

Real Madrid start their season at Espanyol. All eyes will be on José Mourinho as he looks to bring Real Madrid's star names together to stop Barcelona from winning their third title in a row.

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

When is Espanyol vs. Real Madrid?

Espanyol vs. Real Madrid in La Liga kicks off at 3:30 p.m. ET on Aug. 22. This fixture takes place at the RCDE Stadium.

How to watch Espanyol vs. Real Madrid for free

Espanyol vs. Real Madrid in La Liga is available to live stream for free on CazéTV.

CazéTV is geo-restricted to Brazil, but anyone can secure access with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Brazil, meaning you can live stream Espanyol vs. Real Madrid for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Espanyol vs. Real Madrid for free by following these simple steps:

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

2. Download the app to your device of choice

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

4. Visit CazéTV

5. Watch Espanyol vs. Real Madrid for free from anywhere in the world

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

What is the best VPN for La Liga?

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

• Servers in 105 countries, including Brazil

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to 10 simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

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

Live stream Espanyol vs. Real Madrid for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Grand Theft Auto VI is barreling toward its Nov. 19 release with a Netflix-exclusive gameplay reveal later this month (not to mention a very active leaker). But one basic detail remains a mystery: how big will the game's file size be?

The short answer: nobody knows. Rockstar hasn't confirmed a file size for Grand Theft Auto VI, and there are no credible leaks or rumors pointing to a specific number. The only figures floating around come from fan speculation on Reddit, where estimates generally land somewhere between 100GB and 250GB.

SEE ALSO: When will 'GTA 6' launch on PC? What we know so far.

That's a guess based on the scale of the game and recent open-world trends, not anything sourced from Rockstar or its parent company Take-Two.

There's been plenty of comparisons to Call of Duty: Black Ops 6's roughly 300GB install size, but those numbers don't really hold up either. Mostly because that file size is inflated by the fact that a single Call of Duty install typically bundles multiple separate games, including Warzone, traditional multiplayer, and campaign content. Also, because Infinity Ward and co. don't compress their games really well.

Part of the speculation also stems from GTA VI's being digital-only with no physical release. GTA VI's will get a physical box release that will have a code to redeem online, though some fans have speculated that the game's sheer size is a factor in Rockstar's decision to skip discs altogether.

Multi-disc games were once common, especially in the PS2 era, with titles like Metal Gear Solid, The Legend of Dragoon, and the OG Final Fantasy VII relying on multiple discs to fit their content, and the practice has resurfaced recently too. Horizon Forbidden West: Complete Edition became the first PS5 game to ship on two discs, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth launched as a two-disc release at around 145GB. Generally, though, most games don't exceed 100GB.

Whether or not file size is the real reason, the digital-only approach has opened up a separate can of worms. As previously reported, the decision to go digital-only rather than full physical media release has become a rallying point for the group behind GTA VI's recent leaks, who have cited the lack of a true disc release as part of their justification for targeting the game.

The best family phone plans of 2026: Best overall phone plan for families T-Mobile Experience More 2.0 $140/month for 3 lines (save $45/month) Get Deal Best basic plan for families who don't need extras Verizon Unlimited Welcome $27.50/line/month for 4 lines Get Deal Best budget family plan T-Mobile Essentials 2.0 $90/month for 3 lines (save $30/month) Get Deal Best no-contract plan for bigger families Boost Unlimited+ $36.67/month for 3 lines (save $13.33/month) Get Deal

Every family with more than two phones knows the drill: someone's always maxing out data, somebody forgot to add the new line, and the bill never quite matches what the website promised. Picking the right plan can save real money — but with every carrier claiming to have the "best" deal, it's hard to know which one actually delivers.

We compared plans across carriers to find the ones that are worth your money. T-Mobile's Experience More 2.0 stood out as the strongest all-around pick, with truly unlimited data and a built-in Netflix bundle, while Boost's Unlimited+ is the one to grab if you want no contract and the lowest per-line price as you add more family members.

Here's the full breakdown.

Best overall phone plan for families Opens in a new window Credit: T-Mobile T-Mobile Experience More 2.0 Unlimited premium data, Netflix included, and 4K streaming — T-Mobile's step-up family plan starting at $140/month for three lines with AutoPay. Get Deal Why we like it

For families that go through data fast, Experience More 2.0 is the sweet spot. At $140 per month for three lines (with the free third-line promo), you get truly unlimited premium data instead of a capped allowance, plus a real entertainment bundle — Netflix Standard with Ads — and Apple TV is just $3 per month. With 4K streaming, a locked-in five-year rate, and 60GB of hotspot data on top, this plan does a lot more than keep everyone connected.

The travel perks push it further: a full year of AAA membership, unlimited data in Canada and Mexico, and coverage in over 215 countries make it a strong pick for families who travel. You're also getting Scam Shield Premium and upgrade eligibility every three years at new-customer pricing. It costs more than Essentials, but if your family's leaning on streaming and hotspot data daily, Experience More earns the upgrade.

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If your family just needs a reliable line, Unlimited Welcome is Verizon's answer to a truly no-frills plan. At $27.50 per month per line for four new lines with Auto Pay, it's the cheapest way onto Verizon's network, with unlimited talk, text, and data plus 5G access — no data caps to worry about, even if speeds can dip during heavy network traffic. For a family stacking up several lines, that starting price adds up to real savings compared to Verizon's pricier tiers.

Just know what you're giving up: no mobile hotspot, no international data or calling perks beyond Mexico and Canada, and streaming tops out at 480p SD, so it's not the plan for a household of binge-watchers.

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Boost's Unlimited+ plan is the value pick for bigger families. Add three lines and the per-line price drops to $36.67 per month with AutoPay — unlimited talk, text, and 40GB of premium data included, with no contract locking you in. You can cancel anytime as long as you're not financing a device, which isn't something you'll find with most carriers' standard plans.

It also comes with some surprisingly solid extras for the price — mobile hotspot, global talk and text to over 100 countries, and up to $300 in device savings if you need a new phone. Speeds do drop to 512kbps after you burn through 40GB of premium data, so heavy streamers in the family might feel the pinch toward the end of the billing cycle. But for families prioritizing savings and flexibility over top-tier perks, Unlimited+ delivers a lot of value per dollar.

Whether you've finally found your person and are ready to leave dating sites behind for good, or just need a break or a mental refresh from online dating, you may find yourself wanting to delete your eharmony account for good. Kissing both your profile and all of your prior matches and conversations goodbye is a big decision, and truth be told, it isn't very intuitive to achieve. 

On the other hand, if you don't want permanent data loss and think maybe, just maybe, you might be returning, you can temporarily hide your account, keeping all your data and match information for when you're ready to make a comeback. 

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Here's what you need to know to accomplish each of these options.

How to cancel your eharmony subscription

If you're paying for an eharmony subscription, it's important to cancel your membership before deleting your account. Here are the steps you need to follow:

• Log in to your eharmony account through a web browser

• Navigate to the upper right corner of the screen and click on your profile photo

• From here, select Data & Settings

• Under the My Membership tab at the top, select Cancel My Subscriptions and follow the prompts

Depending on your renewal period, you may have additional time left on your paid subscription, but you're now free to proceed to account deletion. 

How to delete your eharmony account

You delete your eharmony account from the same screen you use to cancel your subscription, so the initial steps are identical:

• Log in to your eharmony account through a web browser

• Navigate to the upper right corner of the screen and click on your profile photo

• From here, select Data & Settings

• Under the Profile Visibility section, you'll see the prompt "To delete your profile permanently, please click here"

• After reading the data loss disclaimers, you'll be asked to re-enter your password to confirm your identity. Do so and then select Delete Profile

Deleting your profile will simultaneously delete all of your uploaded photos and profile information, as well as your matches and contact information, allowing you to start afresh if you ever decide to return. 

How to temporarily hide your eharmony account

If you're having second thoughts about fully deleting your profile but still want to step back from the eharmony matchmaking system for a time, you can hide your profile. Doing so will retain all of your matches, photos, conversation history, and subscriptions intact, but will make your profile invisible to people who haven't already interacted with your profile. 

SEE ALSO: An AI companion company is hiring a human therapist

To hide your eharmony account, follow these steps:

• Log in to your eharmony account through a web browser

• Navigate to the upper right corner of the screen and click on your profile photo

• From here, select Data & Settings

• Under the Profile Visibility section, click on the green toggle after "Visible to all eharmony members" 

• Your status should change to "Not visible," at which point your account is hidden 

Hiding your profile is a great compromise option, especially when you're in the early stages of what might turn into a relationship but could still fizzle out. You can still proceed with account deletion if need be, or return to the eharmony ecosystem by reversing the steps above.

The often-imitated hair dryer has a lot of copycats that dupe Dyson's signature look but skimp on quality. A good rule of thumb: Avoid the sketchy $40 Amazon knockoffs that merely copy the iconic design. I promise they won't perform the same, and you'll be lucky if they last six months. The good news? In recent years, plenty of worthwhile competitors — or dupes — to the Dyson Supersonic have emerged on the scene.

Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Supersonic hair dryer (with 3 attachments) $399.99 at Dyson
  Shop Now So, what's the best Dyson Supersonic dupe?

To answer that question, I tested a bunch of hair dryers. Some look similar to the Supersonic, and some look nothing like it. I wanted to find the best alternatives to the Dyson Supersonic that replicate the experience: That is to say, they dry your hair in a way that feels quick, easy, and at least a little luxurious.

My top recommendation as of August 2026? The Laifen Swift. Not only does it look like the real thing, but it utilizes ions to minimize damage and has a powerful 110,000 RPM high-speed motor. Plus, it's affordable, which is why it's consistently held the top spot in this guide.

SEE ALSO: I tested the best Dyson Airwrap dupes under $300: The Shark FlexStyle is no longer your only option What makes the Dyson Supersonic special? 

The Supersonic has stood the test of time because with it, Dyson reimagined the hair dryer. Instead of a bulky, loud dryer, the Supersonic is sleek and compact yet more powerful than other dryers on the market (and a little less loud, too).

Dyson is known for this futuristic aesthetic on its products, but the look of this dryer also has a function. The ring-shaped head ditches the vented and coiled model of the traditional hair dryer and houses the tiny V9 motor in the handle. The combination of the V9 motor and the Air Multiplier technology makes for a dryer that clocks in at only 1.8 pounds yet still delivers a powerful airflow that’s notably quieter than the roar of a traditional dryer. That extra strong airflow also makes this dryer less reliant on heat and keeps hair damage to a minimum.

SEE ALSO: All the best Dyson beauty dupes we've tested

To further mitigate any heat damage, the Supersonic also measures the air temperature up to 20 times per second and uses a built-in ionizer to minimize static and give hair a sleek finish, which brings us to a quick ionizer science lesson.

Ionizers are pretty common in higher-end air dryers. Why? They blow negative ions at wet hair to reduce static electricity by sealing the hair cuticle and taking down the power of that positive ionic charge (aka what's causing that annoying frizz). As negative ions make contact with hair, they're also dispersing the positive ions of water, therefore cutting down on your drying time and reducing damage in the process.

SEE ALSO: All the best skincare tech that we tested and loved, and some that we didn’t

Basically, it's one of the reasons the Dyson Supersonic provides such quick and excellent results and why hair dryers with ionizers cost more money — they do more than simply dry hair.

Magnetic attachments designed to easily snap onto the blow dryer round out the futuristic feel of the Supersonic. Five are included: a styling concentrator, a flyaway attachment, a diffuser, a gentle air attachment, and a wide-tooth comb. It's a nice array of included nozzles, even for high-end dryers, which might typically include three or four attachments at the most.

Why is the Dyson Supersonic so expensive?

At $399.99 and up, the Supersonic is definitely an investment. However, you're paying for a high-end motor that's built to last, multiple heat settings to protect hair, an innovative design, and of course, the ionic tech. Other dryers from popular hot tool brands like T3, ghd, and Harry Josh boast some similar features and run you anywhere from $150 to $350, but none quite capture the magic of the Supersonic.

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When I tested the Supersonic, I found that it had a luxe feel that stands out from other hair dryers. But don't forget: the Dyson Supersonic is now over 10 years old.

In 2024, Dyson released the updated Supersonic Nural (which you can find more info on in the FAQ section of this article), but it's not a drastically different product, with the main upgrade coming in the form of smart features, including improved temperature regulation and attachment detection. I tested it for a few weeks and found the upgrades nice, but by no means game-changing, especially for a $449 hair dryer. I also tested it against other smart hair dryers and found that the T3 Aire IQ offered the best intelligent features for the price point (more on that below, too).

Even with the original Supersonic being an older model, there is something to be said about it standing the test of time, and for providing a luxurious (yet efficient) drying experience, especially for folks with thick hair. On the other hand, Dyson competitors have had plenty of time to develop alternatives, all at a fraction of the price.

Recent testing updates

With the release of Supersonic Travel in 2026, I'm testing compact, travel-specific hair dryers.

In August 2026, I also removed the Dreame Pocket from our list of recommendations as the best option if you also want an Airwrap. Dreame no longer sells the Coanda curling wand with the standard Pocket model — or the handful of other Pocket dryers it's released since — making it a less viable Airwrap alternative. That said, there is one version — the Dreame Pocket Aura — that does feature the barrels. I've added the product to my testing pipeline, but it is $100 more than the original Pocket dryer. At $199, it's a price that the Shark FlexStyle occasionally drops down to.

The newest addition is the Supersonic Nural dupe, the T3 Aire IQ dryer, which I added in April 2025. Prior to that, I added the Dreame Gleam hair dryer, the Dreame Pocket, and the Shark SpeedStyle Pro Flex in November 2024. In the same month, I removed the Shark HyperAIR from my recommendations, as it has largely been phased out of stores after Shark discontinued it. If you're still especially keen to get it, a version with just one attachment is available at Walmart.

In February 2025, I tested the L'Oréal Airlight Pro, which at $475 costs even more than the original Supersonic and approaches the price point of the Supersonic Nural. The Airlight Pro looked and functioned very similarly to the Zuvi Halo, which makes sense — the hair dryer was developed in partnership with Zuvi. At the time, I didn't include it as it wasn't that different than the Zuvi Halo, and cost significantly more. However, since then, the Zuvi Halo appears to be discontinued — it's been sold out for months on Zuvi's website after a drastic price hike to $634. I reached out to a representative from Zuvi to confirm the discontinuation, but didn't hear back. As a result, I've decided to remove the Zuvi Halo from our list of recommendations, and I'm reconsidering the inclusion of the Airlight Pro.

It might never have occurred to you to go bladeless when looking for a new fan, but there are plenty of reasons to do so. Not only are they more aesthetically pleasing than traditional fans, but they’re also much safer for kids and pets, easier to clean, and more energy efficient.

Most of the country (most of the world, in fact) has to cope with relentless summer heat, and a bladeless fan promises to offer some relief without running up an electric bill like air conditioning does.

And to help Mashable readers find the best bladeless fans and escape the summer heat, we tested top models from popular brands so you can stay cool.

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Most bladeless fans are more energy-efficient and aesthetically pleasing than their traditional counterparts, but you’ll still want to take the time to read the specs and decide which features you’re willing to splurge on. Do you want a bladeless fan that also purifies your air and acts as a cooling system? If so, it might be worth investing in the famous Dyson Pure Cool bladeless fan. If you’re looking for something to simply circulate the air in your living room, the Lasko WindCurve will do.

What features should I consider in a bladeless fan?

When choosing the best fans to beat the summer heat, you should consider both the size of the space you're trying to cool (in square feet) and whether your new fan will live on the floor or on a table. You’ll also want to consider oscillation, which is how far the fan swings to the left and right. Greater oscillation will provide you with more coverage. Fan speeds, timers, and energy efficiency are other important factors to consider. If you have allergies, you’ll want to opt for Dyson bladeless fans that also include a HEPA filter, as these products can do double duty as air purifiers. Lastly, most bladeless fans include a remote control and automatic shut-off for safety.

Too many AdultFriendFinder users aren't getting the full AFF experience. Why fall back on the more conventional dating site aspects of AFF when it's anything but? Sure, you can create a profile, browse the singles, enjoy a few nudes, and even look at a webcam feed. But the real meat of AFF isn't the singles interactions. Oh no. The best action lies in the deeper crevices of the AFF community, which is spread over forums, monthly events, blogs, dedicated kink groups, and, one of our favorites, the Sex Stories section.

These stories are written and posted by other users. You can just read the stories casually — perhaps they'll even get you in the mood for some solo play — but the on-site culture encourages interaction. In fact, many AFF connections have been made by users coming together (ahem) over a mutual love of erotic fiction. 

If you want to know more, we've put together a quick guide on how to use the AAF literotica section. This will help you not only vet your next sexting partner but also initiate the conversation. It's worth noting, though, that while you absolutely can enjoy aspects of the Sex Stories section through a free AFF membership, you'll get the most out of it with a paid subscription — it's the best way to turn your love of spicy stories into a one-on-one connection.

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AFF's Sex Stories section boasts more than a dozen distinct categories or genres, ranging from "first time" experiences to group sex scenes, fetish exploration, and even stories with fantasy or sci-fi elements. The more creative writers even try their hand at erotic novels and poetry, and since a lot of effort has been put into these creations, the least you can do is read the stories in full and save those you like.

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While even free users can save individual stories, only paid members can follow story writers, but if you discover that one particular author keeps catching your interest, following their work is a good way to indicate your interest. 

Leave a comment

What author doesn't appreciate positive feedback? If a story resonates with you, you can interact with it in one of two ways: by leaving a comment or by using the like button to indicate your approval. Because of the site's laidback culture, it's completely common for authors to respond to comments, so put some thought into what you say, shouting out specific aspects of the story or how it was written. Many a private sexting conversation began in the public comment section of an AFF story.

While free AFF users are able to both comment and like stories, paid members unlock even greater emoji reactions, including more salacious and flirty reactions, which help you take your flirting game up a notch. 

Consider writing your own story

If you're having trouble getting storywriters to respond to you or if you just can't find a piece that really resonates with your needs, it might be time to take up the (digital) pen yourself. If you have a way with words, you can accrue a large following on the site, and even earn badges for your heightened on-site participation.

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Best of all, by becoming the writer rather than the reader, you'll put yourself in the position of being able to select which comments (and therefore which commentators) catch your attention. 

Use the #tags feature

While every story has to be placed in a specific category, each story can also contain multiple tags, which are much more varied and specific than the story categories. Current "top tags" include #feet, #sub, #teasing, and #watching, for example.

If you're looking for a particular type of sexting conversation or if you have very specific turn-ons, the tag feature is the fastest way to find a like-minded person to explore with in a private conversation. 

Intrigued by AdultFriendFinder but hesitant to make the jump to a paid account? You're not alone. To help you make up your mind and give you a better idea of what to expect, we dug up reviews of paid users who had a lot to share about AFF, from positive experiences to sharp criticism. 

Taken together, their reviews paint a clearer picture of life on the site and what you might expect if you pony up your hard-earned cash for a Gold membership. 

Here's what real, verified users had to say about the AdultFriendFinder experience, broken down into pros and cons.

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A consistent positive thread uniting most reviews, including many negative ones, was that AFF is fun. Unlike basic dating sites or hookup apps, where the matchmaking system is the entire experience, Adult Friend Finder offers genuine alternatives to endlessly sifting through profiles, which is great news for people who struggle to find matches because it means you have something to do between one-on-one conversations. 

"I like how the cams and chat work, though they can be buggy. I enjoy getting on there and releasing my inner exhibitionist," said one woman from New Hampshire who uses AFF with her partner. 

Spend even a few minutes in the AFF Community or Live section, where people broadcast their own webcam feeds, and you'll see that "releasing the inner exhibitionist" is a common pastime on the site. Another user, who actively seeks extramarital connections through AFF, reiterated this sentiment: "AFF is entertaining, with tons of videos." 

But another commonality between the people who enjoyed the site the most was that they were more likely to be in a polyamorous relationship seeking a third (or fourth…) for a fun link. A former Tinder user put it this way: "Adult Friend Finder is an excellent site for singles/couples that want to swinger or get into threesomes, [but it's not] so useful for one-to-one hookups." Another swinging couple reiterated that sentiment: "We have also had decent luck finding playmates there." 

Does this mean AFF can't work for singles? Absolutely not. But it's definitely easier to stand out and gain attention if you join the site in a pre-established relationship.

Con: Paid subscription required to enjoy the site

A consistent con, on the other hand, was how limiting the site is for free users. One user summed it up perfectly: "The free version lets you browse and set up a profile, but if you want to actually message someone, see who’s viewed your profile, or use some of the other key features, you have to pay. The pricing isn’t too bad, but it’s a bit of a letdown to find out how limited the free version is after signing up."

Free users can operate with a lot of freedom in the webcam areas, or participate in the blog and story sections, and there's a lot there to keep a non-paying member occupied, but at a certain point, you will have to upgrade your subscription if you want to get the most out of the site, especially in the matchmaking section.

Another user put it this way: "I think the biggest letdown for me was the paywall for basic stuff like messaging. You can browse all day, but without paying, you’re basically invisible."

Pro: Good place to explore kinks

Another consistent theme in the positive reviews of AFF was how kink-friendly the site is, which we also stressed in our own review. There are dozens of interest-based discussion groups, encompassing everything from BDSM to foot fetishes and rope play, and the AFF profiles dedicate space for users to write exhaustive lists of their own kinks and turn-ons, which are then searchable in the matchmaking section, making it much easier to connect with people who share your turn-ons.

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"I did find a few niche groups on there that were surprisingly active," one user stated. "If you're into specific interests, it might be worth poking around the community sections." Another user, in a balanced review of his experience on the site, reiterated this: "On the positive side, the site does have an active community with a wide range of preferences, so if you’re looking for a niche connection, there’s a good chance you’ll find it. The messaging and chat features work well, and the option to upload photos and videos adds a personal touch."

This is a huge differentiator between people who love AFF and people who hate the site. If you enter it with the expectation of finding a single person for a hookup, you'll have a hit-or-miss experience, especially if you live outside a large urban area, but if you enter it with an open mind, eager to explore your kinks and find someone else on your wavelength, you'll enjoy navigating the site's community sections a lot more.

Con: Proliferation of fake accounts, sex workers, and scammers

The site's most consistent criticism is also its most notorious attribute: how many fake accounts, bots, and scammers operate on the site. Because creating an AFF account is very easy, bots and bad actors have dramatically inflated the site's user base. Worse still, lots of real and even verified accounts are little more than advertisements for OnlyFans models and sex workers eager to redirect AFF users to their personal pages. 

Another user noticed the same phenomenon of fake accounts but had no trouble navigating their presence: "It is a legit site for sure. I've never been contacted by a sex worker. However, there are a LOT of fake profiles. It's super easy to spot them because the pics are too good to be true and/or obvious fakes."

In sum, like most online dating sites and perhaps especially most online hookup sites, AFF is a mixed bag, but for the right person with the right approach, it's still one of the most fun, naughty, and sex-positive communities on the internet, a kind of Wild West for kinksters.

Looking for spoiler-free NYT Connections hints or just wondering why Connections is trending today? We've got what you need to understand the clues for today's puzzle without spoiling any of the answers.

Of course, Mashable has also provided daily hints and answers for Connections, Wordle, and Strands for years, so we can help you if that's also what you need.

While we are focused more on meanings than hints in this story, sometimes learning that many of the words have completely unrelated meanings is a clue in and of itself. Connections frequently includes clues that involve words within words and other visual clues.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for August 22, 2026 Bitter meaning

A sharp, potentially unpleasant taste.

Spice meaning

Substances used to add flavor to dishes.

Mean meaning

To be unkind.

Winter meaning

The coldest season of the year

Hammer meaning

A tool used to drive nails

Cone meaning

A cylindrical geographic shape with a round opening on one end and a point at the other.

Plane meaning

A woodworking tool uses to shave away wood.

Jet meaning

A type of airplane, or a focused stream of water.

Golden meaning

A particular color shade similar to gold.

Saw meaning

A tool used to cut something into multiple pieces.

Mist meaning

A finely diffused spray of water.

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Musk meaning

A distinctive odor.

Gilmore meaning

A name that could be either a first, middle, or last name.

Chisel meaning

A tool used to chip away materials.

Water meaning meaning

An important substance that covers the majority of the Earth.

Shower meaning

A device that is often used for cleaning people or animals.

Have you learned the meanings and still want the things? Check out the hints and answers for today's NYT Connections puzzle.

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TL;DR: Get the iPhone 17 for free from T-Mobile when you trade in your eligible phone on an Experience More or Experience Beyond plan. The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is also free with T-Mobile — qualify by bringing your number on an Experience Beyond plan (no trade-in needed).

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We've heard a lot from Samsung and Google recently. They've taken over the tech news cycle with a flood of new foldables, smartwatches, smart glasses, and flagship phones, leaving Apple fans waiting.

We know talk of the iPhone 18 is exciting, but you don't actually have to wait for Apple's next event to score a major upgrade. Between soaring component costs and global RAM shortages that are driving up retail prices across the board, T-Mobile is softening the blow by rolling out a set of limited-time free iPhone 17 offers.

If you want the simplest entry point into the Apple ecosystem, the iPhone 17e is currently free when you switch to almost any qualifying T-Mobile plan, no trade-in required. For those eyeing the iPhone 17, it's completely free over 36 months on an Experience More or Experience Beyond plan when you turn in an eligible trade-in device. And if you want the flagship iPhone 17 Pro for free, simply bring your existing number over to an Experience Beyond plan (no trade-in required).

All of these deals are live through the weekend.

T-Mobile requires you to pay local sales tax on the full retail value of the phone upfront, alongside a standard $35 device connection fee per line at checkout. Your savings are then applied as monthly bill credits spread over 24 to 36 months.

Paying a small fee in upfront taxes and fees to walk away with a brand-new iPhone 17 or iPhone 17 Pro remains one of the best mobile carrier deals on the market this weekend.

TL;DR: Watch Dortmund vs. Bayern Munich in the DFL-Supercup for free on CazéTV. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Domestic seasons are back across most of Europe, but Germany has a little time to wait. That's tough for Bundesliga fans, but it's not all bad. The DFL-Supercup is here to bridge the gap, and it doesn't really get any bigger than Dortmund vs. Bayern Munich.

If you're interested in watching Dortmund vs. Bayern Munich in the DFL-Supercup from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.

When is Dortmund vs. Bayern Munich?

Dortmund vs. Bayern Munich in the DFL-Supercup kicks off at 2:30 p.m. ET on Aug. 22. This fixture takes place at the Signal Iduna Park.

How to watch Dortmund vs. Bayern Munich for free

Dortmund vs. Bayern Munich in the DFL-Supercup is available to live stream for free on CazéTV.

CazéTV is geo-restricted to Brazil, but anyone can secure access with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Brazil, meaning you can live stream Dortmund vs. Bayern Munich for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Dortmund vs. Bayern Munich for free by following these simple steps:

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

2. Download the app to your device of choice

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

4. Visit CazéTV

5. Watch Dortmund vs. Bayern Munich for free from anywhere in the world

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

What is the best VPN for the DFL-Supercup?

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

• Servers in 105 countries, including Brazil

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to 10 simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

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

Live stream Dortmund vs. Bayern Munich for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

TL;DR: Watch South Africa vs. New Zealand in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry for free on RugbyPass TV. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

When it comes to international rugby, it truly doesn't get any bigger or better than South Africa vs. New Zealand. In fact, you could call it Rugby's Greatest Rivalry.

The All Blacks are playing eight fixtures in August and September, including four Test matches against the World Champions. The first of those Test matches takes place this weekend at Ellis Park, and fans can watch for free.

If you're interested in watching South Africa vs. New Zealand in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.

When is South Africa vs. New Zealand?

South Africa vs. New Zealand in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry (1st Test) kicks off at 11:10 a.m. ET on Aug. 22. This fixture takes place at Ellis Park.

How to watch South Africa vs. New Zealand for free

South Africa vs. New Zealand in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry (1st Test) is available to live stream for free on RugbyPass TV.

This RugbyPass TV livestream is geo-restricted to the U.S., but anyone can secure access with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the U.S., meaning you can live stream South Africa vs. New Zealand for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream South Africa vs. New Zealand for free by following these simple steps:

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

2. Download the app to your device of choice

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

4. Visit RugbyPass TV

5. Watch South Africa vs. New Zealand for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer generous money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch South Africa vs. New Zealand without committing your cash. This is obviously not a long-term strategy, but it gives you enough time to stream this fixture (plus other tour fixtures) before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for RugbyPass TV?

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

• Servers in 105 countries, including the U.S.

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to 10 simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

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

Live stream South Africa vs. New Zealand for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

TL;DR: Watch Udinese vs. Como in Serie A for free on SportyNet. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Serie A kicks off this weekend with a number of really interesting fixtures, including Udinese vs. Como.

All eyes will be on Cesc Fabregas's team as they look to build on an impressive fourth place last season. Udinese finished 10th last campaign, so they'll be hoping to start well and establish themselves in the top half of the standings.

If you're interested in watching Udinese vs. Como in Serie A from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.

When is Udinese vs. Como?

Udinese vs. Como in Serie A kicks off at 12:30 p.m. ET on Aug. 22. This fixture takes place at the Bluenergy Stadium.

How to watch Udinese vs. Como for free

Udinese vs. Como in Serie A is available to live stream for free on SportyNet.

SportyNet is geo-restricted to Brazil, but anyone can secure access with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Brazil, meaning you can live stream Udinese vs. Como for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Udinese vs. Como for free by following these simple steps:

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

2. Download the app to your device of choice

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

4. Visit SportyNet

5. Watch Udinese vs. Como for free from anywhere in the world

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

What is the best VPN for Serie A?

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

• Servers in 105 countries, including Brazil

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to 10 simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

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

Live stream Udinese vs. Como for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The Moon is more than half illuminated tonight, so it's a perfect opportunity to do some Moon-gazing (cloud cover dependent, of course). If you don't know exactly what you're looking at, NASA's Daily Moon Guide is a great resource to find out the names and locations of certain lunar features. With the assistance of this tool, keep reading to see what you should be able to see tonight.

What is today’s Moon phase?

As of Saturday, Aug. 22, NASA's Daily Moon Guide tracker tells us the Moon is in its Waxing Gibbous phase, with 70% of its surface visible.

Without any visual aids, tonight you can see the Mares Crisium, Serenitatis and Fecunditatis. With binoculars you'll also be able to see the Clavius Crater, the Alps Mountains, and the Archimedes Crater. If you have a telescope, you'll also be able to see the Apollo 11, 16 and 17 landing spots.

When is the next Full Moon?

The next Full Moon will take place on August 28.

What are Moon phases?

The Moon goes through a series of phases that cause its appearance to change as seen from Earth. As the Moon orbits Earth, it goes through a lunar cycle that takes about 29.5 days to complete, according to NASA. The positions of the Sun, Earth, and Moon determine how much of the Moon’s illuminated side is visible from Earth, creating its different phases. Throughout the cycle, the Moon changes from a thin crescent to a half Moon, then a Full Moon, before repeating the cycle once more.

The eight phases are:

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

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

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

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

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

Waning Gibbous - The Moon starts losing light on the right side. (Northern Hemisphere)

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

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