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Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Monday, Feb. 10www.cnet.comLooking forthe most recentMini Crossword answer?Click here for today's Mini Crossword hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Wordle, Strands, Connections and Connections: Sports Edition puzzles.The NYT Mini Crosswordhad some stumpers today. You need to know the plural word for a certain spring flower to get 1-Across, and it helps to know French to get 8-Across. 5-Down is also a tough one, as it's referring to a suffix added toword, not a word itself. Need some more help with today's Mini Crossword? Read on. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.The Mini Crossword is just one of many games in the Times' games collection. If you're looking for today's Wordle, Connections, Connections: Sports Edition and Strands answers, you can visitCNET's NYT puzzle hints page.Read more: Tips and Tricks for Solving The New York Times Mini CrosswordLet's get at those Mini Crossword clues and answers. The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Feb. 10, 2025. NYT/Screenshot by CNETMini across clues and answers1A clue: Flowers that bloom in late winterAnswer: CROCI6A clue: Energy fields "read" by psychicsAnswer: AURAS7A clue: Conflict jarringly, as colorsAnswer: CLASH8A clue: Head, in FrenchAnswer: TETE9A clue: Wrathful feelingAnswer: IREMini down clues and answers1D clue: Prickly pears, e.g.Answer: CACTI2D clue: What'll give you an inch, but not a mileAnswer: RULER3D clue: Make a speechAnswer: ORATE4D clue: Detective's assignmentAnswer: CASE5D clue: "Kinda sorta"Answer: ISHHow to play more Mini CrosswordsThe New York Times Games section offers a large number of online games, but only some of them are free for all to play. You can play the current day's Mini Crossword for free, but you'll need a subscription to the Times Games section to play older puzzles from the archives.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·44 Views
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Best Senior Phone Plans of 2025www.cnet.comEveryone needs a phone plan but not everyone needs the same thing from them, especially our older friends and family. Between discounts, multiple lines and extras, there is plenty to consider when choosing the best phone plan for senior adults. The plans themselves vary; some offer more data per month and others offer mobile hotspot data as well as bundled extras like subscriptions to streaming services. Below we've rounded up the best plans for seniors and noted how they differ from their standard plan counterparts. Our Picks All the basics at an affordable price T-Mobile Essentials 55 Plus View details $40 at T-Mobile View details For people with big data needs T-Mobile Go5G Plus 55 View details $60 at T-Mobile View details Best prepaid plan for older people Mint 55 Plus View details $15 at Mint Mobile View details For people over 55 in Florida Verizon 55 Plus View details $62 at Verizon View details For seniors in Florida who don't want Verizon AT&T Unlimited 55 Plus View details $60 at AT&T View details Table of Contents What is the best phone plan for older adults?T-Mobile's Essentials 55 Plus plan is a discounted version of the carrier's Essentials plan suited for customers over 55 years old and is notably more affordable: a quality we're prioritizing for readers on limited budgets. Despite the value, Essentials 55 Plus still has 5G connectivity and 50GB of data, which is a generous allotment for a no-frills service without the extra bells and whistles of pricier plans. Sarah Tew/CNETOther carriers also offer discounted plans for people age 55 and older. These options can be combined with other deals and can be helpful for those on fixed incomes. Plans typically have some or all of the same features as standard plans from the same carrier. For the most part, subscribers shouldn't expect much difference in service, but some of these plans may be missing fun perks like bundled streaming services. Best senior phone plans of 2025 Photo Gallery 1/1 $40 at T-Mobile Pros The most affordable option among the three carriers 5G connectivity and 50GB of high-speed data in the US An affordable plan for seniors who just want to use their phone for basic apps and tasks without watching much video Cons The plan only allows a maximum of 2 lines The 480p video quality is very low The 3G tethering rate is slow to use for much more than checking email The plan lacks bundled extras like streaming service subscriptions Price: $40 a month for one line, $55 per month for two linesNetwork: T-MobileHigh-speed data: 50GB $40 at T-Mobile For one or two people who just want to stay connected at reasonable speeds but don't need a lot of extra features (or don't want to pay too much),T-Mobile offers a significantly cheaper plan for older adults than competitors with Essentials 55 Plus. This plan includes 5G access and is $40 per month for one line or $55 per month total for two lines when signed up for autopay. It's the best value for one or two people, though they won't be able to expand to three or four lines.The tradeoff is in the fine print, with Essentials 55 Plus customers getting lower speeds when they use over 50GB of data in a month or when T-Mobile's network is congested from extensive customer activity, suggesting these customers are less prioritized than others. Video quality also "typically" streams at 480p, and tethering maxes out at 3G speeds (or 2G speeds in Mexico and Canada).T-Mobile has also added a slightly pricier version of this plan called Essentials Choice 55. For an additional $5 per month ($45 for one line, $60 for two), the plan gives users access to T-Mobile's Scam Shield, an app service that can auto-block supposed scam calls and let you change your number once a year if the calls get overwhelming. Essentials Choice 55 users also aren't subject to the restriction of getting lower speeds when using 50GB or more of data a month. $60 at T-Mobile T-Mobile also offers discounted versions of many of its regular plans for customers over 55 years old. For those who want a bit more functionality, data and some extras like getting a new phone every couple of years, T-Mobile's slightly discounted Go5G Plus 55 is worth checking out. Its Go5G Plus 55 plan is $70 per month for one line or $100 per month for two lines (expandable to $150 per month for three lines or $200 per month for four lines) with autopay enabled. Note that current discounts make this plan cost the same as a standard Go5G Plus plan if using autopay, but it's less than the regular plan if you don't plan on using autopay. The plan includes the same perks as T-Mobile's standard plans, like up to 4K streaming, 50GB of 4G LTE hotspot data and 15GB of high-speed data (depending on the area, it may only be 4G LTE rather than 5G speeds) in Mexico and Canada. Plus, it includes subscriptions to Apple TV Plus and Netflix.This plan also allows subscribers to upgrade their phone every two years, the same marquee perk that the standard Go5G Plus plan launched with. The only caveat is that plan owners will need to pay off 50% of their existing phone by the time they upgrade, but that shouldn't be too much of a problem for most subscribers. Subscribers can also get the same discounts on devices that T-Mobile offers new customers switching from other carriers.The Go5G Next 55 plan is pricier at $80 per month for one line or $120 per month for two lines (also expandable up to four lines) and identical except for one thing: Subscribers can upgrade their phones using new customer device offers every year instead of every two years.Note that T-Mobile also offers Go5G 55, Magenta 55 Plus and Magenta Max 55 Plus plans, which are cheaper than the above plans but offer less mobile hotspot data, fewer streaming services and don't include two-year phone upgrades. If you can live without the phone upgrades and want to save a few bucks every month, opt for the Magenta Max 55 Plus plan, which is $65 per month for one line or $90 for two lines, has 40GB of hotspot data per month and offers 4K streaming video.Also, only the customer who signed up for these plans needs to be 55 years old or older; anyone on additional lines needn't fit that criteria.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·49 Views
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Best Cellphone Plans of 2025: Our Top Pickswww.cnet.comT-Mobile reshuffled its plans last year and got rid of our previous pick in this spot, the Base Essentials plan that offered a single line for $45 a month. It replaced that option with an Essentials Savings plan, a "limited time" offer of $50 a month for a single line.It has since been renamed to Essentials Saver, and although the plan is largely the same, there are some notable tweaks.The data remains unlimited, and you now get 50GB of high-speed data, instead of the 20GB that Base Essentials offers. T-Mobile hasn't said how long the Essentials Saver option will hang around, but we break downhow it compares to the carrier's plans here.As before, perks like free Netflix or the bundling of taxes and fees into the sticker price aren't included. You do get unlimited hotspots at "3G speeds" and unlimited talk, text and 2G data in Mexico and Canada.At $50 for a single line, the Essentials Saver plan is now the same price for a single line as AT&T's Value Plus plan, and both could be solid options for those looking for a single line without frills.Although the price of the AT&T and T-Mobile plans are now the same, we give T-Mobile the edge here mainly because it includes hotspot access. Even at "3G speeds," the option could be a useful feature in a pinch.It's also worth mentioning that T-Mobile allows for multiple lines on this plan, with two lines running for $80 a month. (If you need three or more, you may want to look at one of T-Mobile's other plans, which could be cheaper thanks to various promotions the carrier regularly runs.)You may need to click "see more plans" and then "explore Essentials Saver plan" on T-Mobile's site to get this option to appear, although lately, the carrier has been showing it alongside its other offerings.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·47 Views
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Official Super Bowl 2025 Ads Hitting Your TV Screen Todaywww.cnet.comIt's time forSuper Bowl 2025now, and sprinkled in between every play, the Kendrick Lamar halftime showand the winner's celebration are big ad rollouts. Not only are there some AI-themed spots, but there's a variety of commercials for food, services, beer, tech and a PSA for the bathroom.From nostalgic throwbacks like the Muppets gang, to golden-age women going on joyrides, to fans-turned-ad-stars, the ad parade has begun (and a few celebrities show up wearing and doing goofy stuff, too). We've compiled a rundown of ads that have already released and will continue to post during the game -- so expect a few movie trailers to come out along with product brands.Read more: Fox Sports Will Stream the Super Bowl in 4K for Free on TubiInstacart: Brand icons on a sprintIn a Super Bowl first for the company, Instacart is airing its We're Here ad that marches out a cast of grocery brand celebrities like Chester Cheetah, Jolly Green Giant and Old Spice Guy.Mission Impossible 8Tom Cruise is back in action in a big game ad for the upcoming film, Mission Impossible -- The Final Reckoning.Apple TV Plus: Duhpocalypse movieThe streaming service is promoting a new project for a new project, but we won't spoil it for you. Kathryn Hahn, Johnny Knoxville and Seth Rogen all appear. Be warned: This one is gross.Disney Plus: No joy really sucksDisney's 60-second ad explores what it's like without joy using clever wordplay. The streamer asks what if Bart never did Sey-mour Butts? And what if murders didn't happen in that building? A shorter version of this ad will run on game day, but check out this cut. WeatherTech: Born to be wildNo need to imagine what could happen when four flirty senior women hit the road in a '63 Lincoln convertible. There's breakdancing, catcalling, mugshots and bingo -- and WeatherTech gets through it all.Coors Light: Beat the Monday bluesCoors Light offers a relatable representation of that post-game sluggishness you may feel on Monday. Gather 'round for these slow-moving sloths and a case of beer.Uber Eats: It's Super Bowl L-I-C-K-SAccording to Matthew McConaughey, football was created to get us to buy food -- wings, Caesar salads, apple, steaks -- you name it. The conspiracy theory unfurls in this spot, which includes appearances from Sean Evans, Kevin Bacon, Charlie XCX, Martha Stewart and Greta Gerwig.Oikos: Protein piggybackJuno Temple does some heavy lifting in this ad for Oikos Greek yogurt. The protein packed in that compact serving of yogurt does the trick and gives the Ted Lasso star enough fuel to give Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett a piggyback ride across the airport to make it to his flight on time. Google Pixel: Gemini's mock interviewIn this Pixel 9 ad, Google's Gemini AI feature helps a dad prepare to land his "dream job," but the conversation tugs at the heartstrings and makes you wonder if he's already doing the job he loves most.Dunkin': Experience the DunKings movieBen Affleck is back in his DunKings tracksuit and wants to get the band back together. In a sequel to the 2024 Super Bowl ad, Affleck has brought his younger brother Casey along for the ride. Succession alum and notorious method actor Jeremy Strong is a newcomer to the group -- and by the looks of things, he's taking this job seriously.DoorDash: Girl mathThis DoorDash spot is tapping in for the viral girl math trend and shows Nate Bargatze calculating how much he saves with DashPass. He's using that extra cash for important stuff!Bosch: Putting muscle into home appliancesAntonio Banderas and "Macho Man" team up for a Bosch home appliance spot that involves might, know-how and dancing? And in case you were wondering: Yes, the company received consent from "Macho Man" Randy Savage's estate to create the ad. Stay tuned for the full spot in the coming days.Taco Bell: Fans get slightly famousIn this teaser for the fast food joint's big game ad, Doja Cat photobombs Taco Bell customers and gets scolded by an employee. The final version will apparently include people who took photos at one of the chain's "drive-thru cams."Angel Soft: Take a bathroom breakThe going rate for Super Bowl ad spots has reportedly hit upward of $8 million, which makes this Angel Soft commercial super interesting. Instead of delving deep into a narrative piece, the toilet paper company is putting our needs above its own by using its ad time to give viewers an excuse to take a bathroom break. Well played.Dodge Ram: Goldilocks up to old tricksTwisters star Glenn Powell -- who drove a Dodge Ram in the movie -- yucking it up as Goldilocks in a zany Dodge Ram Super Bowl ads. Add a majestic blonde wig and Van Halen's Panama and you've got yourself a winning combination.Mountain Dew: Seal's lime kiss from a roseMountain Dew's original teaser ad showed a quartet of seals warming up their voices as singer Becky G and the "Mountain Dude" float on a boat nearby. Things get weird with the full ad, which stars Seal's head (the person) on the body of a seal (the animal). The slippery fella belts out a new version of his song Kiss From a Rose. Watch it now, and again when the mammalian monstrosity shows up in your nightmares.Squarespace: Barry Keoghan deliversFans of the 2022 film The Banshees of Inisherin will enjoy this Ireland-set ad, which stars Barry Keoghan and a donkey (it's not the mule from the movie, though). In the spot, Keoghan tosses laptops with pre-made Squarespace websites like newspapers before appearing to walk on air with his animal buddy.GoDaddy: Get into AIGoDaddy tapped Walton Goggins to help get the word out about its new suite of AI tools, GoDaddy Airo. The actor is also the owner of Walton Goggins Goggle Glasses -- which, well, is pretty self-explanatory. He showcases GoDaddy's tools to help small businesses get the word out about their products. While we're talking about these Goggle Glasses, I suddenly want a pair.Reese's: Fans risk it allReese's is going big for its Chocolate Lava Big Cups. In the new Super Bowl spot, the lava is indeed flowing... from a massive volcano. Fans of the peanut butter-chocolate treat are so mesmerized by the deliciousness of it all that, in a sheer collective act of madness, a mob is found running toward a flow of piping hot magma.Ray-Ban Meta glasses: It's Chris, Chris and KrisChris Hemsworth and Chris Pratt get into a little bit of expensive trouble using Ray-Ban's AI-powered Meta glasses.Doritos: Alien abductionDoritos let the fans get in on the delicious action by letting them submit and vote on self-made ads. Aliens want to know all about Doritos in this winning bit from Dylan Bradshaw and Nate Norell.NerdWallet: Genius belugaNerdWallet released an extended cut for its ad, and it features a talking beluga whale that sounds a lot like Emmy winner Kieran Culkin. He's helpful but not afraid to toss out a couple insults.Rocket: Wants to take you homeThe mortgage lender released a touching ad that includes children and parents with the idea of bringing "Americans home."Booking.com: Muppets ruleThe Muppets are back on TV. Even in the form of a Booking.com commercial, this is a win. They deliver all the hits: Kermit plays the banjo, Animal goes nuts in the sand, Miss Piggy is fabulous as ever, Statler and Waldorf continue to hate everything and The Great Gonzo zooms in on a jetpack to put a nice button on the end.Bud Light: Beer cannons in the cul-de-sacPost Malone, Shane Gillis and Peyton Manning want to have a good time partying with their neighbors. They send express invitations by launching beer cans onto their doorsteps.STK Cold Brew: Channing Tatum as coachChanning Tatum steps up (wink, wink) as a special coach to whip the Wrexham AFC team into shape with the right moves, but are they right for the field? Maybe it's all the STK Cold Brew that has him breaking and popping out his Magic Mike dance choreo.Pringles: Mustaches on the moveWhat do Nick Offerman, James Harden and Andy Reid all have in common? They're mustachioed men who find their iconic facial hair taking flight after Adam Brody finds the snack table is all out of Pringles. To "Stache Up," Brody blows (honks) into the can and sparks a whiskery call to arms.Hellmann's: When Harry Met SallyThree and a half decades after Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan changed the rom-com game with When Harry Met Sally, the duo have reunited to celebrate Hellmann's mayonnaise. This spot re-creates that one scene from the movie -- you know the one.Google Workspace: Spotlight small businessesGoogle's new 50 States, 50 Stories ad highlights small businesses around the country and how they're using its Gemini AI to grow their endeavors.Nerds: Candy with ShaboozeyA Bar Song (Tipsy) singer Shaboozey covers What a Wonderful World and runs into a load of candy characters in this commercial for Nerds Gummy Clusters.Homes.com: Not an adSchitt's Creek star Dan Levy pitches an ad for Homes.com with the help of Morgan Freeman.Little Caesars Pizza: Eyebrow-raisingEugene Levy is also in a Super Bowl ad for Little Caesars Crazy Puffs that sees his eyebrows fly off his face. Should we be worried?Michelob Ultra: Pickleball hustlersWillem Dafoe and Catherine O'Hara are an intimidating pickleball duo looking to hustle free Michelob Ultra out of unsuspecting competitors. Watching them defeat one opponent after another nails home how formidable they are. NFL legend Randy Moss, Olympic gold medalist Ryan Crouser and WNBA superstar Sabrina Ionescu are no match for them.Stella Artois: Twinning formulaSoccer legend David Beckham discovers he has a twin brother, aptly named Other David, in this quirky Stella Artois ad. Matt Damon plays his long-lost sibling. The on-screen chemistry between the two is delightful. Ben Affleck should be nervous.Budweiser: Bring on the ClydesdalesThe Clydesdales are back! And with a little foal is the star of the show. It doesn't matter that this spot reminds me of the Chef Boyardee commercial where the ravioli can rolls home.Tubi: A new birthTubi is teasing a new arrival on Feb. 9, complete with an ultrasound image that signals a new character is on the way. If you're streaming the Super Bowl here for free, no doubt you'll be watching this ad.Hagen-Dazs: Not so fast or furiousFast and Furious stars Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez and Ludacris rev up their engines for the ice cream brand but switch things up for a "slow life."Busch Light: Going in circlesIn the spirit of the great outdoors, Busch Light wants to make sure you're not going in circles if you're out in the woods. While Busch aims to guide, Nascar driver Ross Chastain has something to say about that.Spruce: It's okay to let the dogs outBunny the "talking" dog deejays a set for a pup party where it's fine to run on the grass. Why? Procter & Gamble says its Spruce weed killer is safe for doggies and humans. Let the dogs out!0 Comments ·0 Shares ·50 Views
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T-Mobile Opens Its Starlink Beta, Including to People With AT&T and Verizonwww.cnet.comLate last year, T-Mobile said it was getting ready to start beta testing SpaceX's Starlink service. It appears the program is ready for takeoff, with the carrier expected to announce during the Super Bowl that it's begun letting users access satellite service.As part of the beta, people in the program will be able to send SMS text messages when they're outdoors, even in areas where they don't normally get T-Mobile's terrestrial coverage. The beta service will be free and open to all T-Mobile postpaid users until July, with the carrier also making it available for free during this time to AT&T and Verizon customers.In July, the carrier plans to begin charging for the service. It'll be included as part of T-Mobile's priciest Go5G Next plan and available as an add-on to its other plans for $15 per month, per line. T-Mobile users signing up for the service this month will be able to lock in a discounted rate of $10 per month, per line as part of an "early adopter" deal.AT&T and Verizon users will be able to continue using the service for $20 per month, per line. Those users won't need to switch to T-Mobile to add Starlink service but will need an unlocked compatible device that supports eSIMs.T-Mobile, AT&T and Verizon users interested in signing up for the beta can do so at T-Mobile's website, with the carrier planning to add users to the new service on a first come, first served rolling basis. As it goes through the list, it'll reach back out with instructions when users who sign up for the beta are able to join.The carrier wasn't planning on offering satellite coverage to AT&T and Verizon users but says it was moved to do so after seeing Verizon's latest ad that features astronaut Buzz Aldrin touting satellite texting on its network. The ad has already racked up over 8 million views on YouTube.Clint Patterson, senior vice president of marketing at T-Mobile, tells CNET that when it came to supporting rival carriers "candidly, this was not part of our original plan for the Super Bowl.""When we saw Verizon's latest ad, advertising something that you can't do on Verizon's network, we felt like we needed to act."T-Mobile says that it and Starlink have more than 450 satellites currently in orbit that "provide coverage to 500,000 square miles of terrain inaccessible by terrestrial networks."Patterson said T-Mobile has already added "tens of thousands" of users into the beta.The carrier notes it's been working with SpaceX and device manufacturers on optimizing smartphones to be able to connect to the new service, with the goal being that as long as you have a view of the sky, you should be able to stay connected.T-Mobile says it's been working with manufacturers to "ensure the vast majority of T-Mobile phones released in the last four years will work with T-Mobile Starlink," including the iPhone 14 and Galaxy S21.Coverage in emergenciesT-Mobile and SpaceX first announced their partnership back in 2022 and have more recently used the technology to keep people informed and connected during natural disasters. The two companies previously turned on the service in response toHurricanes MiltonandHelenelast year and this month enabled it for people dealing with the Los Angeles fires.In emergency situations, the company may make the service available to all, regardless of plan, according to Mike Katz, president of marketing, strategy and products at T-Mobile. "In times of emergency, you kind of have to put down your competitive guards and realize that there's things more important ... and that people that are affected by these tragedies need help," he said. "So that will always be our guiding principle on those things."As part of its deployment in response to the Los Angeles fires, the carrier only opened up the Starlink support to users with most Android phones and older iPhone models prior to the iPhone 14 series. Those with an iPhone 14 or newer phone were instead pushed to use Apple's satellite service, which the iPhone maker offers with Globalstar.With the beta and full launch, T-Mobile will support more-recent devices across both Android and iOS. The carrier isn't providing a list of compatible devices, but Katz notes that the phones available for the beta "will be the fewest number of eligible devices, and literally, like probably weekly, it will expand.""All newer devices at some point are going to be included in it," Katz said, adding that the carrier will be notifying customers when their phone is compatible for the beta.T-Mobile said that as part of the opening of this new beta service, it'll also be able to use the Starlink constellation to be able to broadcast Wireless Emergency Alerts from government and local officials nationwide to anyone, regardless of whether they have T-Mobile or a different provider.Starting with texting, data coming this year Sarah Tew/CNETThough T-Mobile and SpaceX's initial Starlink service will focus on texting, the plan is to add support for voice and data, something that could help the carrier's offering stand out from what's bundled in from device makers.Patterson said that though the carrier is starting with SMS texting in the beta, it plans to offer data services over satellite "later this year" and voice services, like calling, in the future. Apple's satellite solution allows for sending messages to emergency services and, with iOS 18,regular iMessages over satellite. Google recently introduced an emergency satellite messaging option in partnership with provider Skylofor its Pixel 9 series of phones; it's just for emergency messages.Apple and Google currently don't charge for their satellite messaging services, though both have hinted they may add a fee for the feature down the line.Katz said that as T-Mobile works through the beta and toward a commercial launch, phones will know how to handle conflicts between differing satellite services, with the first option being the carrier's service rather than one from a manufacturer. "The phones are all designed to search for the carrier network first and then go to the other one," he said. "And this is an extension of the carrier network." Watch this: Apple vs. Google: Satellite Emergency Features Compared 05:350 Comments ·0 Shares ·50 Views
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Best Travel Phone of 2025www.cnet.comOur Experts Written by Sareena Dayaram Written by Patrick Holland Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement Why You Can Trust CNET 16171819202122232425+ Years of Experience 14151617181920212223 Hands-on Product Reviewers 6,0007,0008,0009,00010,00011,00012,00013,00014,00015,000 Sq. Feet of Lab Space How we test CNETs expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. What to consider iOS or Android If your family and friends are on Apple services like iMessage and FaceTime, stick with an iPhone. If youve been deep on Samsung, stay on Android. Know that switching between the two has never been easier. Size Phones are large in general with the smallest ones having a 6.1-inch screen and large models topping out at 6.8 inches. That makes visiting a store and trying a phone out before you buy it quite important. Cameras Phone cameras have gotten better over the past five years. Dont be fooled by how many cameras a phone has; more is not necessarily better. Software support Phone makers promise varying lengths of long-term software and security support ranging from just one year to as many as seven. These updates not only ensure you get many of the latest features but also keep your phone secure. Table of Contents Our Picks Best Travel Phone Apple iPhone 16 View details $830 at T-Mobile View details Best Android phone for travel Samsung Galaxy S25 View details $800 at Best Buy View details Best budget-friendly travel phone Google Pixel 8A View details $400 at Best Buy View details Best travel phone for content creation Google Pixel 9 View details Buy a Google Pixel 9, get $100 store credit $800 at T-Mobile View details Best travel flip phone Motorola Razr Plus (2024) View details $760 at Best Buy View details Best travel flip phone if you can afford it Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 View details $1,100 at Samsung View details Table of Contents Kimanzi Constable / Zooey Liao, CNETIf you have an upcoming trip and are considering upgrading your phone for your travels, we're here to help. A solid travel phone should have a long battery life, water and dust protection, support for multiple SIM cards and versatile cameras. From the iPhone 16 series to the foldable Galaxy Z Flip 6, there's no shortage of smartphone options for a perfect travel companion. To simplify the decision, we've rounded up our top picks for the best travel phone of 2025 across various categories. Each phone on this list has been thoroughly reviewed and tested, and you'll find iPhone and Android options.What's the best travel phone for most people?Apple's iPhone 16 supports multiple eSIM cards making it convenient for travelers who need to use a temporary local eSIM in addition to their regular one.On the Android side, we recommend the Samsung Galaxy S25, a fundamentally excellent phone. It has a long battery life, water- and dust resistance and four cameras. One of the cameras has a telephoto lens for zooming into faraway subjects (handy if you spot a wild animal and don't want to get up close) or simply for capturing local foods you might be enjoying. Photo Gallery 1/10 Comments ·0 Shares ·21 Views
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Best Small Phone to Buy in 2025www.cnet.comOur Experts Written by Andrew Lanxon Written by Patrick Holland Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement Why You Can Trust CNET 16171819202122232425+ Years of Experience 14151617181920212223 Hands-on Product Reviewers 6,0007,0008,0009,00010,00011,00012,00013,00014,00015,000 Sq. Feet of Lab Space How we test CNETs expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. What to consider iOS or Android If your family and friends are on Apple services like iMessage and FaceTime, stick with an iPhone. If youve been deep on Samsung, stay on Android. Know that switching between the two has never been easier. Size Phones are large in general with the smallest ones having a 6.1-inch screen and large models topping out at 6.8 inches. That makes visiting a store and trying a phone out before you buy it quite important. Cameras Phone cameras have gotten better over the past five years. Dont be fooled by how many cameras a phone has; more is not necessarily better. Software support Phone makers promise varying lengths of long-term software and security support ranging from just one year to as many as seven. These updates not only ensure you get many of the latest features but also keep your phone secure. Table of Contents Our Picks The only truly small phone Apple iPhone SE (2022) View details $429 at Apple View details Best smaller Android phone Google Pixel 8A View details $400 at Best Buy View details Best flip phone Motorola Razr Plus (2024) View details $760 at Best Buy View details Best high-performance smaller iPhone Apple iPhone 16 View details $830 at T-Mobile View details Best flip phone for Samsung Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 View details $1,100 at Samsung View details Table of Contents It used to be that the most desirable phones were the smallest ones. These days, the opposite is true, with bigger definitely seen as better. The most recent iPhone 16 Pro Max comes in at a huge 6.86 inches, while both the Pixel 9 Pro XL is 6.8 inches and Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra measures 6.9 inches. Unfortunately, if you want a small phone, your options are limited and only getting more so over time. Apple discontinued its iPhone Mini line after 2021's iPhone 13 Mini. While both Apple and Google offer two sizes of their phones, even the smaller models are well over 6 inches, so you'll need to alter your definition of "small" to "relatively small."What's the best small phone right now?In an earlier version of this list I didn't include any phones over 6 inches in size. Today, that would leave only one phone:Apple's 2022 iPhone SE with its 4.7-inch display. It's unquestionably the smallest phone currently available new and is the only truly small phone I'd recommend if you insist on having a phone under 6 inches. Rumors point to Apple launching a new version of the iPhone SE soon.The only small Android phone launched recently is the Asus Zenfone 10. It's got a 5.9-inch display and a rare 3.5mm headphone jack, but it has disappointing camera performance and it will only receive four years of security support, meaning this phone will only be safe to use until 2027, giving it a short lifespan. As a result, I don't recommend this phone.Best small phones of 2025 Photo Gallery 1/1 Pros Smallest display size you can buy Affordable price Good enough performance for everyday essentials Cons Single rear camera is limiting No support for Apple Intelligence Large bezel makes the phone bigger than it needs to be Screen size 4.7 inchesProcessor Apple A15 BionicCameras 12-megapixel (wide), 7-megapixel (selfie)Colors Red, midnight, starlight With its 4.7-inch display, the iPhone SE is the smallest phone you can buy new right now. And at $430, it's a hell of a lot cheaper than the base iPhone 16 too. For that money you get the latest iOS 18, a capable single rear camera and an A15 Bionic processor that's powerful enough for most tasks.What you won't get is USB-C charging, MagSafe wireless charging or Apple Intelligence -- the company's new AI platform. The 2022 SE is a solid option (also the only option) if you want a phone much below 6 inches in size, but there's no question that it feels outdated compared to today's iPhones. It's worth keeping in mind too that its display, while small, is boxed in by large bezels, especially on the top and bottom, making the physical dimensions of the phone not that much smaller than the base iPhone 16.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·22 Views
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How to Watch Super Bowl 2025: Free Livestream Options, Channel for Eagles vs. Chiefswww.cnet.comPatrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs face the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX, with a chance to become the first team in NFL history to win three consecutive titles. Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire/Getty ImagesWhen is the Super Bowl?Sunday, Feb. 9, at 6:30 p.m. ET (3:30 p.m. PT).Where to watch the Super Bowl?Super Bowl 2025 will air on Fox and stream for free on Tubi. See at Tubi Free 4K stream for Super Bowl 59 Tubi See at Tubi See more details See at YouTube TV Carries Fox for $83 a month YouTube TV See at YouTube TV See more details See at Fubo Carries Fox for $85 per month Fubo See at Fubo See more details See at ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming ExpressVPN See at ExpressVPN See more details See at Sling TV Carries Fox for $46 a month Sling TV Blue See at Sling TV See more details See at DirecTV Stream Carries Fox for $87 a month DirecTV Stream See at DirecTV Stream See more details Table of Contents The Kansas City Chiefs have a chance to become the first team to win the Super Bowl three straight times. Standing in the way of a three-peat (and a fourth title in six years) are the Philadelphia Eagles, whom the Chiefs defeated two years ago for the first of their back-to-back titles.The Eagles are looking for the second Super Bowl championship in the franchise's history after winning it seven years ago against Tom Brady and the New England Patriots. This time around, Brady will be in the broadcast booth, calling the game for Fox.Super Bowl LIXwill take place in New Orleans tonight on Sunday, Feb. 9, and will be broadcast nationally on Fox. And, for the first time, you'll be able to watch the game on streaming service Tubi -- for free and in 4K. Keep reading to see the best ways to watch Super Bowl LIX on Fox or for free on Tubi. The dynamic rushing duo of Saquon Barkley and Jalen Hurts has the Eagles back in the Super Bowl. Emilee Chinn/Getty ImagesWhen is the Super Bowl?Super Bowl 59 will take place on Feb. 9 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET (3:30 p.m. PT) and will be broadcast nationally on Fox.Read more: Best TV of 2025Which teams are playing in Super Bowl LIX?The AFC champion Kansas City Chiefs and the NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles are playing in Super Bowl 59. It's a rematch of Super Bowl 57, which saw the Chiefs come back from a 10-point halftime deficit to edge the Eagles 38-35 with a field goal in the closing seconds. Travis Kelce and the Kansas Chiefs are hoping to become the first team in NFL history to win back-to-back-to-back Super Bowl titles. David Eulitt/Getty ImagesHow to watch the Super Bowl without cableYou don't need a cable or satellite TV subscription to watch the big game. You can use a live TV streaming service to watch the Super Bowl on Fox, and you can also watch for free on Tubi. Unlike in past years when Fox had the Super Bowl, you will not be able to use the Fox Sports app to stream the Super Bowl.How to watch Super Bowl 59 on TubiIn addition to watching the game on Fox, you can also stream the Fox broadcast for free -- and in 4K -- on Tubi. The Fox-owned free streaming service will show the game and halftime show, as well as a lengthy pregame show. Tubi You may have streamed a movie for free on Tubi before, agreeing to sit through a few ad breaks to avoid paying to rent or buy the movie. Now you can use the ad-supported streaming service to watch the Super Bowl. Tubi will offer a livestream of the Fox broadcast for Super Bowl LIX, including the pregame, halftime and postgame shows in addition to the full game itself.Tubi's live Super Bowl coverage will begin at 3:30 p.m. ET (12:30 p.m. PT) with a pregame red carpet event hosted by Olivia Culpo.Tubi does not require you to create an account to watch a movie or TV show, but it will require you to sign up for a free account with an email address to watch the Super Bowl. See at Tubi How to watch Super Bowl 59 in 4KFox will broadcast the Super Bowl in 4K, assuming you have the proper setup. To get the game in its best resolution, you'll need to either use Tubi, have service from a company that offers 4K broadcasts (DirecTV, Dish, Comcast, Optimum and Verizon Fios are some traditional cable/satellite companies that offer 4K) or a 4K-capable plan on a streaming service. Four of the five major live TV streaming services will stream the game in 4K -- all but Hulu Plus Live TV.If you want a new TV for the Super Bowl, check out our recommendations for the best TVs we've tested as well as the best TV deals and best 4K TV deals happening right now. If you're set with your TV but want to improve your living-room audio to hear every tackle (and commercial) during the game, check out the best soundbars.How to watch Super Bowl 59 on FoxYou can watch the game on your local Fox station with a cable or satellite TV subscription or with an over-the-air antenna. Most live TV streaming services such asYouTube TVandHulu Plus Live TValso carry your local Fox station (see below).You can also subscribe toNFL Plus, the NFL's own streaming service at $7 per month, but those streams are limited to just watching on a phone or tablet (not a TV). Sarah Tew/CNET YouTube TV costs $83 a month after a recent price hike and includes Fox. Right now, the first six months are discounted to $70 a month. You'll need the $10-a-month 4K Plus add-on to watch the Super Bowl in 4K. Plug in your ZIP code on YouTube TV's welcome page to see which local networks are available in your area.If you plan to use YouTube TV to watch the game, you might want to change this setting to decrease the broadcast delay and stay closer to the action in real time.Read our YouTube TV review. See at YouTube TV Fubo Fubo's Essential plan costs $85 a month after a recent price hike and includes Fox. To watch the game in 4K, you'll need to spring for the $95-a-month Elite plan.Click hereto see which local channels you get.Read our Fubo review. See at Fubo How to watch the Super Bowl with a VPNIf no convenient opportunities exist to watch the game where you live, then using a VPN with US-based server should provide access to some or all of the streaming options listed above. With a VPN, you're able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. So if your internet provider or mobile carrier has stuck you with an IP address that incorrectly shows your location in a blackout zone, a VPN can correct that problem by giving you an IP address in your correct, non-blackout area. Most VPNs, like ourEditors' Choice, ExpressVPN, are very easy to use.Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US and Canada, as long as you've got a legitimate subscription to the service you're streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions.What are my Super Bowl viewing options outside the US?International viewers should check their local listings to determine the best local option to watch or stream the Super Bowl. You could also see if DAZN's NFL Game Pass service is available where you live. It's a low-cost subscription streaming service that's available internationally.How to watch the Super Bowl in the UKIn the UK, the game will be broadcast on ITV and Sky Sports.How to watch the Super Bowl in GermanyIn Germany, the game will be shown on RTL and streamed live on RTL Plus.How to watch the Super Bowl in AustraliaIn Australia, you can watch the game on Channel 7 and 7mate.How to watch the Super Bowl in CanadaIn Canada, you will be able to watch the broadcast on CTV or TSN, depending on your location, or the French-language broadcast on RDS. James Martin/CNET 2024 Price $13 per month, $100 for the first 15 months (then $117 per year) or $140 for the first 28 months (then $150 per year)Latest Tests DNS leaks detected, 35% speed loss in 2025 testsNetwork 3,000 plus servers in 105 countriesJurisdiction British Virgin Islands ExpressVPN isour current best VPN pickfor people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It's normally $13 a month, but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100 you'll get three months free and save 49%. That's the equivalent of $6.67 a month.Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. 61% off with 2yr plan (+4 free months) See at ExpressVPN Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the other greatVPN dealstaking place right now and the best VPN's we've tested. Other options for watching the Super Bowl in 4K in the USIf Sling TV carries Fox in your area, then it's the cheapest way to watch the Super Bowl with a live TV streaming service. DirecTV Stream, in contrast, is the most expensive live TV streaming service but also has the most RSNs for watching other sports. Sling TV/CNET Sling TV Blue costs $46 a month and includes Fox but only in select markets. It does not charge extra for 4K streaming. Read our Sling TV review. See at Sling TV Directv stream DirecTV Stream's basic $87-a-month package includes Fox in most markets. It does not charge extra for 4K streaming. You can use its channel lookup tool to see which local channels are available where you live. Read our DirecTV Stream review. See at DirecTV Stream All the live TV streaming services above allow you to cancel anytime and require a solid internet connection. Looking for more information? Check out ourlive TV streaming services guide.How much are Super Bowl tickets?In the lead-up to the game,ticket prices are droppingbut still probably more than you want to spend unless you're the most passionate supporter of the Chiefs or Eagles. As of Thursday, the cheapest tickets are going forroughly $2,600 per ticket on StubHub.Who's singing the national anthem?New Orleans native and five-time Grammy Award winner Jon Batiste will sing the national anthem.Who's performing in the Super Bowl halftime show?Kendrick Lamar will headline theSuper Bowl halftime showwith special guest SZA. You can expect to hear the duo perform Luther and Gloria, two songs from Lamar's latest album, GNX, that feature SZA, and perhaps their Oscar-nominated song All the Stars from the Black Panther movie. Less likely to be included in the Super Bowl set is Not Like Us, Lamar's diss track aimed at Drake.This will mark Lamar's second time on the Super Bowl stage. He performed at the Super Bowl halftime show three years ago with Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, 50 Cent and Anderson .Paak.Who's calling the game?Fox's lead team of Kevin Burkhardt and Tom Brady will call the game alongside sideline reporters Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi. Brady played in 10 Super Bowls, winning a record seven titles, but this will be his first time announcing the game.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·62 Views
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Tubi Is Showing the Super Bowl for Free Today. Here's How to Watchwww.cnet.comSuper Bowl LIX is making history today as the first-ever Super Bowl to stream for free, thanks to Fox-owned Tubi. While all eyes will be on the highly anticipated showdown between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs, Tubi is seizing the moment to roll out fresh programming and unexpected surprises.If you remember the viral Tubi prank ad from 2023, the one that had everyone scrambling for their remotes, get ready for another game-day twist. This year, Tubi is launching a new campaign, hinting at the arrival of a mysterious new character set to debut during the broadcast.A teaser clip offers a cryptic glimpse, featuring a doctor cooing, "Look at those little toesies." But given Tubi's signature offbeat style, this reveal likely has nothing to do with its well-known rabbit mascot. And that's not all -- Tubi is teasing even more surprises for fans tuning in on Feb. 9. Keep your eyes peeled because anything can happen when Tubi's in the mix.How do I watch Super Bowl LIX free on Tubi?Tubi is available as an app for iPhones, iPads and Android phones and tablets. You can also use the Tubi TV app on smart TVs from companies like Samsung, Google, Amazon and Roku, or visit tubitv.com with a web browser.One big change for Tubi's coverage of the Super Bowl is that you'll need to register for a Tubi account to watch Sunday's big game. Tubi does not require registration for any of its other programming. If you try to watch the Super Bowl on the Tubi TV app without an account, you'll get a pop-up warning and a QR code you can scan to register.When does Tubi's Super Bowl LIX coverage start?Tubi will begin airing Fox's Super Bowl 2025 pregame show at 11:30 a.m. ET. It will also offer its own live red carpet preshow hosted by Olivia Culpo that starts at 3:30 p.m. ET.Is Tubi also airing the Super Bowl halftime show?Along with its Super Bowl game coverage, Tubi will also be streaming thehalftime show starring Kendrick Lamar. The timing of the performance obviously depends on the length of the first half of the game, but you can expect the big show to begin sometime around 8:00 - 8:30 p.m. ET.What other programming is Tubi launching with its Super Bowl coverage?When viewers tune in to Tubi's Super Bowl coverage, they'll be treated to choose-your-own-adventure-style programming that allows them to switch things up before, during and after the game. That includes a lead-up of content that kicked off on Jan. 28 on the NFL Channel via Tubi.As part of its Super Bowl programming package, Tubi is also launching its new original series The Z Suite, starring Lauren Graham from Gilmore Girls and executive produced by Gary Vaynerchuk.What is Tubi?Tubi is a free video streaming service supported by advertising. Launched in 2014, the service was acquired by the Fox Corporation in 2020. Tubi has attracted attention in recent years due to its large, diverse catalog of movies and TV shows. It also has a suite of live channels that includes news, sports and lifestyle programming.Tubi recently announced that more than 10 billion hours of content was streamed on its platform in 2024 and it exceeded 97 million active monthly users.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·52 Views
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La Liga Soccer Livestream: How to Watch Sevilla vs. Barcelona From Anywherewww.cnet.comSee at ESPN Watch La Liga soccer in the US from $11 a month ESPN Plus See at ESPN See more details See at ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming ExpressVPN See at ExpressVPN See more details See at Premiersports Watch La Liga in the UK from 8 Premier Sports See at Premiersports See more details See at TSN Carries La Liga matches live TSN Plus See at TSN See more details See at BeIn Sports Watch La Liga games from AU$15 per month BeIn Sports See at BeIn Sports See more details Table of Contents Barcelona could reduce the gap at the top of Spain's La Liga to just two points with a win today at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium as Hansi Flick's men take on midtable Sevilla.With La Liga leaders Real Madrid playing out a 1-1 draw with second-placed Atltico Madrid yesterday, third-placed Bara will be determined to capitalize on both sides dropping points.On Sunday they face draw specialists Sevilla. Currently 13th in La Liga, the Andalusians come into this clash after back-to-back stalemates, the most recent a goalless draw against Getafe. Sevilla take on Barcelona at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 9. Kickoff is set for9 p.m. CET local time, making it a 3 p.m. ET and 12 p.m. PT start in the US, an 8p.m. GMT start in the UK and a 7 a.m. AEDTkickoff in Australia on Monday morning.Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch the game as it happens, wherever you are in the world. Ferran Torres hit a hat-trick in Barcelona's 0-5 away win at Valencia in the Cope del Rey on Thursday. Irina R. Hipolito/Europa Press/Getty Images How to watch Sevilla vs. Barcelona in the US without cableThis match is available to stream in the US via ESPN Plus, which has live English and Spanish-language broadcast rights for La Liga in the US. ESPN Plus ESPN's standalone streaming service costs $11 a month or $110 for an annual subscription.Read our ESPN Plus review. See at ESPN How to watch La Liga from anywhere with a VPNIf you find yourself unable to view La Liga matches locally, you may need a different way to watch the games -- that's where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, and it's also a great idea if you're traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and you want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins. With a VPN, you're able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. Most VPNs, like our Editors' Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this. Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you're streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions. James Martin/CNET 2024 Price $13 per month, $100 for the first 15 months (then $117 per year) or $140 for the first 28 months (then $150 per year)Latest Tests DNS leaks detected, 35% speed loss in 2025 testsNetwork 3,000 plus servers in 105 countriesJurisdiction British Virgin Islands ExpressVPN isour current best VPN pickfor people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It's normally $13 a month, but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100 you'll get three months free and save 49%. That's the equivalent of $6.67 a month.Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. 61% off with 2yr plan (+4 free months) See at ExpressVPN Livestream Sevilla vs. Barcelona in the UKPremier Sports is showing a minimum of five live matches per week from Spain's top league on its Premier Sports 1 and 2 channels, as well as its dedicated La Liga platform. This game will be shown exclusively live on La Liga TV and Premier Sports 1. Premier Sports A subscription to just Premier Sports' dedicated La Liga channel costs 8 a month.You can also get the channel via a full subscription to Premier Sports, giving you access to all of the networks' channels, which have the UK broadcast rights to Scottish Premiership matches, BKT United Rugby Championship and Investec Champions Cup rugby, plus NHL and NASCAR.A full Premier Sports subscription costs 10 per month for Sky and Virgin TV customers. You can also get Premier Sports through Amazon Prime Video as an add-on for 15 a month. See at Premiersports Livestream Sevilla vs. Barcelona in CanadaTSN is the rights holder for live coverage of La Liga matches in the region, with select fixtures being shown on its linear channels and a wider selection of games being shown on its TSN Plus streaming platform. This match is set to be shown on TSN Plus. TSN TSN Plus is a direct-streaming service that costs CA$8 a month and also offers coverage of PGA Tour Live golf, NFL games, F1, NASCAR and the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments. See at TSN Livestream Sevilla vs. Barcelona in AustraliaFooty fans down under can watch La Liga matches live on BeIn Sports, which holds the live broadcast rights in Australia for Spanish top-flight matches. This match is set to be shown on BeIn Sports 2. BeIn Sports BeIn Sports is available in Australia for AU$15 a month or a yearly commitment of AU$130. See at BeIn Sports Quick tips for streaming La Liga using a VPNWith four variables at play -- your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN -- your experience and success when streaming La Liga matches may vary.If you don't see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the "search for city or country" option.If you're having trouble getting the game after you've turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs -- like Roku -- don't have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you'll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you're using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network's sports app, you'll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.Remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you're using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommendBrave.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·53 Views
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When Is Puppy Bowl 2025? How to Watch the Super Cute Showdownwww.cnet.comSee at Max Carries the Puppy Bowl Max See at Max See more details See at Discovery Plus Carries the Puppy Bowl Discovery Plus See at Discovery Plus See more details See at Philo Carries Discovery, Animal Planet Philo See at Philo See more details See at Sling Carries TBS Sling See at Sling See more details See at ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming ExpressVPN See at ExpressVPN See more details Table of Contents The Super Bowl is happening later today, and if you also enjoy sporting events with tail-wagging, toy-tugging and miniature limbs, you can watch good boys and girls face off in the 21st Puppy Bowl.Puppy Bowl XXI will showcase 142 rescue puppies from 80 shelters -- the biggest canine cohort yet -- before the Super Bowl airs at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT. The aggressively cute competitors will vie for the Lombarky trophy as part of either Team Ruff or Team Fluff. The three-hour spectacle will include play-by-play commentary from sportscasters Steve Levy and Taylor Rooks and a pause for purrs during the Kitty Halftime Show.For the first time, there will be a Puppy Combine pregame show, where 10 dogs will take part in practice drills in hopes of being the top pick in the Puppy Bowl draft. The Bowl will include 11 special needs pups, including a blind and hearing-impaired Australian shepherd mix and a pit bull terrier mix participating in a wheelchair. It'll also highlight adoption journeys and the work of shelters and rescues.Viewers can catch a sneak peek of James Gunn's upcoming Superman movie and a message from the writer-director and his furry companion. If the details of this dog-palooza have won you over, here's how to watch the 2025 Puppy Bowl.Read more: Super Bowl 2025: How to Watch the Kendrick Lamar and SZA Halftime ShowWhere to Stream Puppy Bowl 2025The Puppy Bowl will begin at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT on Sunday, Feb. 9 and will be simulcast across Max, Discovery Plus, Discovery, Animal Planet, TBS and TruTV. The Puppy Combine pregame show will air at 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT on Animal Planet. James Martin/CNET Max recently changed the names of its plans, but the features remain the same. There are three versions: Basic With Ads, which costs $10 per month or $100 per year; Standard, which costs $17 per month or $170 per year; and Premium, which costs $21 per month or $210 per year. You can opt for a bundle of Max, Hulu and Disney Plus or a Max student discount. Read our review of the streaming service here. See at Max CNET/Discovery Plus Outside of Max, Discovery Plus is a way to stream content from brands like HGTV, Food Network, TLC, ID, Animal Planet and Discovery Channel. After a price increase last month, the service costs $6 per month with ads and $10 per month without. See at Discovery Plus Philo Philo is a live TV streaming service that allows you to watch Discovery and Animal Planet, which will both have the Puppy Bowl. While it doesn't carry as many channels as more expensive rivals like YouTube TV, it does have Lifetime, TLC, Game Show Network, Hallmark Channel, A&E, AMC and more. A free trial is also available. See at Philo Sarah Tew/CNET The live TV streamer Sling TV will grant you access to TBS regardless of whether you have the Orange plan, which costs $46, or the Blue plan, which costs between $46 and $51, depending on where you live. Blue also includes the Puppy Bowl-having channels Discovery and truTV. See at Sling How to watch the Puppy Bowl with a VPNPerhaps you're traveling abroad and want to stream the Puppy Bowl while away from home. With a VPN, you're able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to access the program from anywhere in the world. There are also other good reasons to use a VPN for streaming.A VPN is the best way to encrypt your traffic to stop your internet service provider from throttling your speeds. Using a VPN is also a great idea if you're traveling and want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and log-ins when connecting to Wi-Fi networks. Streaming TV can be a bit smoother with a reliable, quality VPN that'spassed our testsand meets our security standards.You can use a VPN to stream content legally as long as VPNs are allowed in your country and you have a valid subscription to the streaming service you're using. The US and Canada are among the countries where VPNs are legal, but we advise against streaming or downloading content on illegal torrent sites. We recommend ExpressVPN, but you may opt for another provider fromour best list, such as Surfshark or NordVPN. James Martin/CNET 2024 Price $13 per month, $100 for the first 15 months (then $117 per year) or $140 for the first 28 months (then $150 per year)Latest Tests DNS leaks detected, 35% speed loss in 2025 testsNetwork 3,000 plus servers in 105 countriesJurisdiction British Virgin Islands If you're looking for a secure and dependable VPN, check out our Editors' Choice: ExpressVPN. It's fast, works on multiple devices, and provides stable streams. It's normally $13 a month, but it currently costs less overall to go for a 15-month subscription, where each month shakes out to $6.67.ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee.Read our review of ExpressVPN. 61% off with 2yr plan (+4 free months) See at ExpressVPN Follow the VPN provider's instructions for installation and choose a country where the Puppy Bowl will be streaming on a service like Max. Before you open the streaming app, make sure you're connected to your VPN using your selected region. If you want to stream the Puppy Bowl on more than one device, it's possible you'll need to configure each one to ensure you're signed in. Go to settings and check your network connections to verify you're logged in and connected to your VPN account.If you run into issues with streaming, first make sure your VPN is up and running on its encrypted IP address. Double-check that you've followed installation instructions correctly and picked the right geographical area for viewing. If you still encounter connection problems, you may need to reboot your device. Close all apps and windows, restart your device and connect to your VPN first. Note that some streaming services will restrict VPN access.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·53 Views
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Watch FA Cup Soccer: Livestream Aston Villa vs. Tottenham From Anywherewww.cnet.comSee at ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming ExpressVPN See at ExpressVPN See more details See at ESPN Watch the FA Cup in the US from $12 per month ESPN Plus See at ESPN See more details See at BBC Watch the FA Cup in the UK for free BBC See at BBC See more details See at SN Now Watch the FA Cup in Canada for CA$15 a month Sportsnet See at SN Now See more details See at Optus Watch the FA Cup in Australia from AU$7 a month Optus Sport See at Optus See more details Table of Contents Aston Villa hosts Tottenham in this all-Premier League, fourth-round FA Cup tie, with the beleaguered visitors hoping to avoid a second cup humiliation in a week.The future of Ange Postecoglou as Spurs boss could hinge on his team winning this tie after the Australian coach saw his players meekly surrender to a 4-1 on aggregate defeat to Liverpool in the semi-finals of the EFL Cup on Thursday.Meanwhile, Aston Villa will be looking to make amends for its 2-0 Midlands derby defeat to Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux in the Premier League last weekend.Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch the game live, wherever you are in the world. Marcus Rashford is set to make his Aston Villa debut today after joining on loan from Manchester United during the winter transfer window. Neville Williams/Aston Villa FC via Getty ImagesAston Villa vs. Tottenham: When and where?Aston Villa takes on Tottenham in this FA Cup fourth-round match at Villa Park on Sunday, Feb. 9. Kickoff is set for 5:35 p.m. GMT local time in the UK, which is 12:35 p.m. ET or 9:35 a.m. PT in the US and Canada, and 4:35 a.m. AEDT in Australia early on Monday morning. How to watch the Aston Villa vs. Tottenham game online from anywhere using a VPNIf you find yourself unable to view EPL matches locally, you may need a different way to watch the games -- that's where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, and it's also a great idea if you're traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and you want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.With a VPN, you're able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. Most VPNs, like our Editors' Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you're streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions. James Martin/CNET 2024 Price $13 per month, $100 for the first 15 months (then $117 per year) or $140 for the first 28 months (then $150 per year)Latest Tests DNS leaks detected, 35% speed loss in 2025 testsNetwork 3,000 plus servers in 105 countriesJurisdiction British Virgin Islands ExpressVPN isour current best VPN pickfor people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It's normally $13 a month, but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100 you'll get three months free and save 49%. That's the equivalent of $6.67 a month.Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. 61% off with 2yr plan (+4 free months) See at ExpressVPN Livestream the Aston Villa vs. Tottenham game in the USThis clash is streaming exclusively live in the US on ESPN Plus. Kickoff is at 12:35 p.m. ET on Sunday. ESPN Plus ESPN's standalone streaming service costs $12 a month or $120 for an annual subscription. With it, you'll be able to watch all of this season's FA Cup fixtures.Read our ESPN Plus review. See at ESPN Can I livestream the Aston Villa vs. Tottenham game in the UK?The great news for footy fans in the UK is that free-to-air broadcasters the BBC and ITV are sharing live duties for this season's FA Cup, with this game being shown on BBC1. That means the game will be available to stream on BBC iPlayer. Coverage begins at 5:20 p.m. GMT ahead of the 5:35 p.m. kickoff. BBC With the match being broadcast on BBC1, that also means you'll also be able to watch the game online for free via the network's on-demand streaming service, BBC iPlayer.With an app that's available for Android and Apple mobile devices, as well as a vast array of smart TVs and streaming boxes, all you need is a valid UK TV license to stream the game. See at BBC Livestream Aston Villa vs. Tottenham in CanadaCanadian soccer fans looking to watch this FA Cup fixture can watch all the action live via Sportsnet. Sportsnet Sportsnet is available via most cable operators, but cord-cutters can subscribe to the network's standalone streaming service Sportsnet Plus instead, with prices starting at CA$25 per month or CA$200 per year. See at SN Now Livestream the Aston Villa vs. Tottenham game in AustraliaFootball fans down under can watch FA Cup matches live on streaming service Optus Sport. Optus With exclusive rights to stream select FA Cup and all Premier League matches live this season, as well as German Bundesliga and Spanish La Liga games, streaming service Optus Sport is a particularly big draw for Aussie soccer fans.If you're already an Optus network customer, you can bag Optus Sport for a reduced price, with discounts bringing the price down to as low as AU$7 a month. If you're not, a standalone monthly subscription to the service starts at AU$25. See at Optus Quick tips for streaming the FA Cup using a VPNWith four variables at play -- your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN -- your experience and success when streaming FA Cup matches may vary.If you don't see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the "search for city or country" option.If you're having trouble getting the game after you've turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs -- like Roku -- don't have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you'll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you're using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network's sports app, you'll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you're using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommendBrave.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·48 Views
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6 Natural Sweet Treats Perfect for Super Bowl Sundaywww.cnet.comYou'll probably want a sweet treat (or two) during your upcoming Super Bowl 2025 festivities -- especially if you're hosting a Taylor Swift-themed party. If you're worried about consuming sugarbut still want to treat yourself, it can help to focus on the type andamount of sugaryou're eating. There's no need to eliminate sugar completely from your life -- after all, our bodies use sugar to make energy, which you'll need to make it to the halftime show. For women and kids, the recommended amount is six teaspoons of sugar daily. For men, it's nine teaspoons. As for the type of sugar you should consume, try out some new Super Bowl recipes that feature natural sugar substitutes that are lightly processed or unrefined. We outlined popular natural sugar alternatives below to help you figure out which one you or your guests would like best. What are sugar substitutes or alternatives? Upgrade your inbox Get cnet insider From talking fridges to iPhones, our experts are here to help make the world a little less complicated. Before we get into sugar substitutes, it's important to clarify that sugar isn't inherently bad for you. It's vital for your health. Your body turns carbohydrates into glucose, a form of sugar, which is a primary energy source to keep your body moving and your brain functioning. Despite what some popular diet fads advocate, without carbs and sugars you may experience health problems and symptoms such as low energy, sleep problems and brain fog.The goal shouldn't be to avoid sugar but to consume the right kinds of sugar. Much of today's American diet consists of added sugars, which are processed and refined to add intense sweetness without much substance. Ultrarefined white sugar and high-fructose corn syrup are common ingredients in sodas, pastries, bread and condiments. These get delivered quickly to your bloodstream without adding other nutritional value. Excessive consumption of these sugarscan lead to serious health complications, including high blood pressure, diabetes and fatty liver disease.You can find the amount of added sugars on the nutrition facts label and ingredients list of any food item. The higher the added sugar is on the ingredients list, the more sugar is in the product. Added sugars go by many names, such as brown sugar, corn sweeteners, corn syrup, dextrose, fructose, glucose, high-fructose corn syrup, malt syrup, maltose and sucrose.In contrast, natural sugars are unrefined or only lightly processed and found naturally in many foods. Fruits, for example, contain fructose, but they're also high in fiber, providing a balanced combination of nutrients for your body. Honey and maple syrup are naturally sweet but rich in minerals, vitamins and antioxidants.There are also various natural sweeteners and sugar substitutes that you can add to food and beverages that provide sweetness without the downsides of refined sugars. Examples of these alternative sugars include sugar alcohols like sorbitol, artificial sweeteners like aspartame and natural sweeteners like stevia.The 6 best natural sugar substitutes Getty ImagesHere's the good news: If you want to cut back on sugar, you still have plenty of options for keeping things sweet. Below are six of the best natural sugar substitutes you can add to your diet in place of refined sugars.HoneyHoney has long been appreciated not only for its natural sweetness but also for its nutritional value. Bees make it from plant nectar in the process of pollination and it contains an array of beneficial plant compounds and antioxidants.Raw and darker honey, which are minimally processed, are rich in flavonoids and phenolic acids, in particular. These offer many benefits, including positive effects on cardiovascular, gastrointestinal and respiratory health. It's even been shown to reduce seasonal allergies.Maple syrupAnother popular natural sweetener, maple syrup, has claimed its place atop many pancakes. If you're cutting back on sugar, you may want to skip the pancakes but hang on to the syrup, which is produced from the sap of sugar maple trees.That's because maple syrup, like honey, contains antioxidants and minerals that can be beneficial for your health. Many of the unique compounds found in maple syrup have been shown to help combat cancer and diabetes. The darker the maple syrup, the less refined it is, and the more of these benefits it may provide.SteviaIf you're not a fan of the flavor of maple syrup or honey but still want a way to sweeten up beverages and recipes, stevia is a great natural sugar alternative to try. This sweetener is made from the stevia plant, and it's 200 to 400 times sweeter than table sugar.As a sugar substitute, stevia is non-nutritive, meaning it contains almost no calories. It adds sweetness without much else, which may be what you're looking for when cutting back on sugar. Stevia has also been correlated with reduced blood sugar and cholesterol. Remember that many stevia products on the market contain other processed ingredients or sugar alcohols, so it's important to do your research before using them.Pureed fruits annick vanderschelden photography/Getty ImagesIf you're looking for a more nutritionally balanced form of sugar, it's tough to beat raw fruits. The dietary fiber present in raw fruits aids in digestion and slows down sugar metabolism, reducing blood sugar spikes you might see from fruit juice or sugar additives. Eating fiber-rich foods can also help you reduce your total caloric intake and lower your risk of heart disease.Pureed fruits give you many of the same benefits, and they can serve as sweeteners to add to other foods. Applesauce works as an egg substitute in many recipes, for instance, and pureed berries make a great addition to plain, unsweetened yogurt.Monk fruitMonk fruit is another plant-based alternative sugar. This one is extracted from monk fruit, also known as luo han guo, a small round fruit that's commonly found in Southeast Asia. Although monk fruit itself contains fructose and glucose, these are actually removed in the extraction process, creating a non-nutritive sweetener that's around 100 times sweeter than table sugar.Monk fruit is relatively new to the market, so it needs further study to determine all its potential health benefits. Research on other non-nutritive sweeteners shows promising results in terms of weight management and fending off diabetes. The naturally sweet mogrosides in monk fruit also contain antioxidants, which can help with immune health and cancer prevention.Fruit juiceFruit juice is a natural sweetener that you can drink on its own or add to other beverages or condiments or even use in cooking. 100% fruit juice is a much better option than refined table sugar or high-fructose corn syrup because fruit juice is natural and unprocessed. It also contains loads of vitamins and nutrients.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·48 Views
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DeepSeek R1 First Impressions: I've Seen How the Machine Thinkswww.cnet.comIf you ever wondered what it would look like to see someone's stream of consciousness in real time, DeepSeek R1 might be the closest you'll get.When DeepSeek R1 landed on the internet in late January, it caught the AI industry off guard. Suddenly, there was a freely available and open-source "reasoning" AI model that could rival the equivalent $200 per month offering from OpenAI, creator of ChatGPT. Almost immediately, tech stocks plummeted. Investors wondered why they were throwing billions of dollars at OpenAI, Google and Microsoft when a scrappy team out of China was seemingly able to do just as much with significantly fewer resources. Nvidia, the company making the chips powering AI development, saw the single largest market value drop in US history, losing more than $600 billion in a day.Reasoning AI models can handle more-complex questions and do so by breaking problems down step-by-step, whereas the free version of ChatGPT tries to predict the next best word in a sentence.Essentially, DeepSeek R1 commodified reasoning-level AI models overnight imagine Toyota suddenly producing Ferrari-level engines en masse.I spoke with AI experts, and the most interesting or amusing characteristic of DeepSeek R1 is being able to see its chain of thought. If you ask DeepSeek to tell you a bedtime story about a tenacious kitten, say, you're able to see all the considerations it's making while it's processing your request. Basically, you can see DeepSeek think. And it's fascinating.DeepSeek will literally sometimes say, "hmm," which is both quirky and bewildering. OpenAI doesn't let users see ChatGPT's train of thought, so that it doesn't give away its secrets (though now it's showing small snippets). DeepSeek R1 is also open source, meaning any company can use its AI model, which is a major threat to OpenAI. An example of DeepSeek R1's train of thought. CNETHow I've been testing DeepSeekI've been using DeepSeek on desktop for the past week. For security reasons, I opted not to install the app on my phone.Experts advise against installing the app on your personal device, given DeepSeek's Chinese roots and the extensive data collection mentioned in its terms of service. (It would've been nice if word about that had gotten out before the DeepSeek app shot to the top of the App Store.)While using DeepSeek, I've been asking more-general and abstract questions, not uploading any sensitive data, or asking questions that could put me, or CNET, in a compromising position.Journalism is largely a job of synthesizing information from multiple sources and distilling it for a lay audience. In the past this required me to go to Google Scholar, skim through research papers and email professors to ultimately collect relevant quotes to include in an article. AI has changed that process significantly. Now I can ask an AI model specific research questions and it can scrub the internet and give me an answer, usually with sourcing. I continue to interview professors, of course, and I do have to go back and double-check the information the AI serves up, because AI bots can sometimeshallucinate and present something false as correct. Despite that, using AI is often still faster than if I had to tackle research papers manually.For a feature story I'm working on, I asked DeepSeek to help me find information about TikTok's moderation policies and how they've been applied both correctly and incorrectly in the past. I also asked it to help me consider some unforeseen circumstances of overly strong social media moderation policies. This type of search isn't entirely novel older versions of ChatGPT could also handle these sorts of queries. But I was impressed by DeepSeek's overall accuracy and synthesis of multiple articles. Where ChatGPT-4o felt like a really advanced version of autocomplete, DeepSeek R1 actually seems to be parsing through information and coming to conclusions.It's not that ChatGPT-4o's responses are majorly worse. But reasoning models like DeepSeek R1 are much better in terms of quality and more-extensive text output, sourcing and nuance. It really does feel like DeepSeek is "thinking" more.I see you changing your mind, DeepSeekThat's not to say DeepSeek is perfect. Given its Chinese roots, some questions are off-limits. A commonly cited example in the media are queries regarding the 1989 massacre in Beijing's Tiananmen Square. You can see DeepSeek trying to begin answering before it cancels out and tells you to ask something else. I tried asking it, very broadly, to give me background information about the Uyghur minority in China over the last few years. I saw it generating paragraphs of thought before totally canceling itself out. But if I asked about issues in America or other parts of the world, DeepSeek had little problem returning results. Example of DeekSeek R1's train of thought on China's past human rights abuses. CNET An example of DeepSeek R1 cancelling out a response the Chinese government wouldn't like. CNETThe release of AI chatbots, starting with OpenAI's ChatGPT in late 2022, is changing how humans gather information online. Instead of you having to read multiple articles and synthesize information in your head, AI can do the connection-making for you. Reasoning AIs are an evolution of that. Using one feels much closer to having an expert inside your house. In the past, if I found myself stuck on a problem, I'd ask my friends or post a thread on Reddit for answers. This is obviously still an option, but it requires me having to bother others and hope they respond.DeepSeek R1 and ChatGPT o1 essentially relieve me of that social anxiety. Plus, it takes seconds to get an answer, versus whatever the other person's schedule allows for. Knowing if the output is correct, however, is another problem entirely.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·47 Views
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Scotland vs. Ireland: How to Watch 2025 Six Nations Rugby Live From Anywherewww.cnet.comSee at ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming ExpressVPN See at ExpressVPN See more details See at Peacock Watch the 2025 Six Nations in the US from $8 per month Peacock See at Peacock See more details See at BBC Watch the Six Nations in the UK for free BBC See at BBC See more details See at Rte Showing Six Nations matches RTE Player See at Rte See more details See at Stan Sport Watch the Six Nations in Australia from AU$27 a month Stan Sport See at Stan Sport See more details See at DAZN Watch the Six Nations in Canada from CA$30 a month DAZN See at DAZN See more details See at Sky Broadcasting every 2025 Six Nations game live in New Zealand Sky Sport See at Sky See more details Table of Contents Scotland will be looking to end their ten year wait for a win against Ireland on Sunday in this final Gameweek 2 ofixture of the 2025 Six Nations at Murrayfield.The hosts had to work hard to claim a bonus point victory last weekend as they battled to prevent an Italian comeback in a 31-19 victory at home.Defending champs Ireland also made a winning start to their campaign, with the Boys In Green putting in a superb second-half performance to see off England 27-22 at the Aviva in Dublin.Below, we'll outline the bestlive TV streaming servicesto use to stream this Six Nations 2025 match, no matter where you are in the world. Gregor Townsend will be hoping his Scotland side cn register their first victory over Ireland in eight years. Stu Forster/Getty ImagesScotland vs. Ireland: When and where?Scotland host Ireland at Murrayfield onSunday, Feb. 9. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. GMT local time, which makes it a 10 a.m. ET or 7 a.m. PT kickoff in the US and Canada, and a2 a.m. AEDT start in the early hours of Monday, Feb. 10, in Australia. How to watch Scotland vs. Ireland online from anywhere using a VPNIf you can't view this year's Six Nations locally, you may need a different way to watch this match; this is where a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic. It's also a great idea if you're traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins. With a VPN, you can virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. Most VPNs, like ourEditors' Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this. Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Australia, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you're streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions. Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the other greatVPN dealstaking place right now. James Martin/CNET 2024 Price $13 per month, $100 for the first 15 months (then $117 per year) or $140 for the first 28 months (then $150 per year)Latest Tests DNS leaks detected, 35% speed loss in 2025 testsNetwork 3,000 plus servers in 105 countriesJurisdiction British Virgin Islands ExpressVPN isour current best VPN pickfor people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It's normally $13 a month, but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100 you'll get three months free and save 49%. That's the equivalent of $6.67 a month.Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. 61% off with 2yr plan (+4 free months) See at ExpressVPN Livestream Scotland vs. Ireland in the USSelect Six Nations matches this season are being broadcast in the US on NBC, but this match isn't one of them. The good news is that streaming servicePeacockis showing every match of the tournament live in the US. You'll need a Peacock Premium or Premium Plus account to catch games live. NBC's streaming service, Peacock, offers access to all the matches of the 2025 Six Nations. Peacock offers two Premium plans, and after the recent price increases, the ad-supported Premium plan costs $8 a month and the ad-free Premium Plus plan is $14 a month. See at Peacock Watch Scotland vs. Ireland for free in the UKRugby fans in the UK are once again among the luckiest in the world, with all matches of the 2025 Six Nations set to be shown live on free-to-air networks BBC and ITV. This means viewers in the UK will be able to stream every game for free onITVXandBBC iPlayer. This match will be shown live on BBC 1, with coverage starting at 2 p.m. GMT. BBC With the match being broadcast on BBC1, that also means you'll also be able to watch the game online for free via the network's on-demand streaming service, BBC iPlayer.With an app that's available for Android and Apple mobile devices, as well as a vast array of smart TVs and streaming boxes, all you need is a valid UK TV license to stream the game. See at BBC Watch Scotland vs. Ireland for free in IrelandLive coverage is split between free-to-air terrestrial broadcasters RT and Virgin Media in Ireland. That means you'll be able to stream games for free on streaming platformsVirgin Media Playerand RTE Player. This fixture will be shown on RT2, with coverage staring at 2 p.m. GMT. Irish public broadcaster RTE 's online and on-demand service is free to use for anyone living on the Emerald Isle.RT Playeris available across a wide range of mobile and smart devices. See at Rte Stream Scotland vs. Ireland in AustraliaRugby fans down under can watch Six Nations matches on streaming service Stan Sport, which has exclusive rights to show games live in Australia this season. Stan Sport will set you back AU$15 a month (on top of a standard Stan subscription that starts at AU$12 a month for the service's Basic tier).A subscription will also give you access to UEFA Champions League, Europa League and Europa Conference League soccer action, as well as international rugby and Formula E. See at Stan Sport Stream Scotland vs. Ireland in CanadaIf you want to stream Six Nations games live in Canada, subscribe to DAZN Canada. The service has exclusive broadcast rights to the tournament this season. A DAZN subscription costs CA$35 a month or CA$250 a year. It will also give you access to Champions League, Europa League and EFL Championship soccer and WTA tennis.As well as dedicated apps for iOS and Android, there's a wide range of support for set-top boxes and smart TVs. See at DAZN Stream Scotland vs. Ireland in New ZealandPay TV broadcaster Sky Sport has broadcast rights to show every 2025 Six Nations game live in New Zealand. Pay-TV broadcaster Sky Sport will be showing every 2025 Six Nations game in New Zealand. That also means you can also watch every game online using the network's Sky Go streaming service. See at Sky Quick tips for streaming the 2025 Six Nations using a VPNWith four variables at play -- your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN -- your experience and success when streaming Six Nations Rugby action live may vary.If you don't see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the "search for city or country" option.If you're having trouble getting the game after you've turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs -- like Roku -- don't have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you'll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you're using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network's sports app, you'll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you're using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommendBrave.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·46 Views
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Does Rocket Money Really Help You Save on Subscription Costs?www.cnet.com2024 Like nearly everything we buy these days, streaming costs are rising. Netflix recently announced a price hike that, as someone who has yet to watch Squid Game Seasons 2, I have no choice but to roll with. But the last thing I want to do is lose money on subscriptions I'm not even using.In a CNET survey, almost half (48%) of respondents said they've forgotten to cancel a subscription, such as a streaming service, gym membership or grocery service. As a result, they're paying an average of $91 a month for things they don't need or want.Most of us have seen ads for the budgeting app Rocket Money, which claims to help you find unwanted subscriptions and cancel them for you. So I tested it out.The amount it saved me blew my mind. 9.4 Rocket Money Buy at Rocket Money Like Affordable Easy to use Savings goals Credit score and net worth tracking Bill negotiation and cancellation services Don't like Free version is limited No debt playoff planning features No investment tools Fees for bill negotiation Rocket Money saved me over $400 in 15 minutesRocket Money is a budgeting app that monitors your income and expenses, helps you set savings goals and tracks your subscriptions in one place, whether you use the free or paid version. It's also my pick for the best Mint replacement app and recently won CNET's Editors' Choice award. Rocket Money's paid version, which costs $6 to $12 a month, can also find and cancel some subscriptions for you.You can try this service by navigating to the Recurring tab on the app menu. You'll see subscriptions coming due in the next seven days, ones coming due later and how much you spend on these subscriptions in a year.The first thing I noticed was that my subscription to HGTV Magazine, which costs $50 for a year, was up for renewal in four days. Given the enormous pile of back issues I've accumulated but not yet read, canceling this subscription was a no-brainer.Rocket Money gave me two options: The app could cancel this subscription for me, or I could call the number they provided to cancel it myself.I chose to have them do it for me. The app asked for some basic information, including my name, billing address and the reason I wanted to cancel, and then confirmed that they were working on it.The process was fairly painless, but I have one complaint. I didn't know until after I'd submitted my cancellation request that it could take two to seven days for Rocket Money to complete the cancellation -- I found out from the pop-up confirmation I received after submitting. Fortunately, I was able to respond quickly to the email confirmation Rocket sent me, and I received a response within minutes from a customer support rep who said they'd fast-track my cancellation. The next business day, my subscription was canceled.I was hooked. What else was I spending money on without realizing it? I reviewed my other subscriptions and identified a handful I no longer needed:HP Instant Ink: $4.34 per month (for a printer I don't even have anymore)New York Times Digital: $4 per month (the number of free articles I get is usually enough for me)WallStreet Journal: $4 per month (same as above)Pandora: $10 per month (a recent switch to Amazon Prime Unlimited made this service unnecessary)Spotify: $10 per month (same as above)I'll admit I barely noticed these small amounts when they hit my bank account each month. I'd grouped them under "Miscellaneous" in my budget and never really thought about them since that category tended to stay within my spending goals. But viewing them all grouped together, it was easy to see how quickly they could drain my budget.By canceling these subscriptions, I saved myself $32.32 per month going forward, for a total annual savings of $387.84. Add that to the savings on my HGTV Magazine subscription, and that's an extra $437.81 in my pocket annually.What's nice is that, even though I only installed the app a few months ago, Rocket Money pulled in subscriptions from years past, allowing me to catch ones that were coming due even though I hadn't paid for them since installing the app.In total, reviewing my subscriptions and having Rocket Money cancel six of them took me about 15 minutes. Not bad to get over $400 in savings.Rocket Money has a free versionRocket Money's free version only shows subscriptionsit won't cancel them for you. To access the cancellation service, you'll need the paid version, which costs $6 to $12 per month. You choose your amount, and you'll enjoy the same features regardless of the amount.Since I already have Rocket Premium, this wasn't an issue for me. But if you don't want to pay extra for the convenience of having Rocket cancel your subscriptions for you, you could just as easily use the free version to identify your subscriptions and then cancel them yourself.You can also try using Rocket's bill negotiation service, which can help lower your monthly costs, but you'll pay 30% to 60% of your first year's savings if it's able to save you money.How to save on subscriptions without the appI used Rocket Money to trim my subscription costs because it's the budgeting app I regularly use anyway. I'd rather save a few minutes, especially if it doesn't cost me anything extra.But of course you can cancel your subscriptions yourself by calling a customer service line or logging into your online account.These tips can also help you maximize your savings:Note your renewal dates. Whenever you sign up for a new service, note when it's due to renew. Then, set a reminder on your calendar for the week before so you can decide if it's worth renewing and cancel if not. If you sign up for a free trial, use a virtual card to make canceling a breeze.Review your budget regularly. Going over your budget weekly can help you spot subscription charges that have already hit your account and cancel them before they cost you more. But don't just take a cursory glance -- look at each transaction, even the minor ones. I was keeping a general eye on my spending, but I wasn't always doing it line by line to evaluate if each expense was truly worth it.Rotate your streaming services. You can only watch so much content in a month. One of the easiest ways I've found to keep my subscription costs down is to only subscribe to one streaming service at a time. For example, when one of the shows I love dropped its new season on HBO's Max, I canceled my Netflix subscription and signed up for a month of Max. I watched everything that interested me on Max before the month was up, then I canceled it and moved on to another service.Take advantage of complimentary subscriptions. Some subscriptions give you free access to other services. For instance, Walmart Plus members get a free Paramount Plus subscription. Amazon Prime membership comes with perks like a free Amazon Music subscription and a free year of Grubhub Plus. Take a look at your existing subscriptions to see if they offer any free perks you can take advantage of.Visit your local library. Many library systems offer free access to things like newspapers, magazines and more. Check out your local library to see what you can enjoy for free.Threaten to cancel. Sometimes, you can score a discount by calling customer service and saying you'd like to cancel your subscription. It won't always work, but it can't hurt to try.More ways to save on subscriptions0 Comments ·0 Shares ·42 Views
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Everything You Need to Know About the Privacy-Focused Messaging App Signalwww.cnet.comSometimes, you just want to have a private conversation. If you're talking to someone in person, you can just step into a room or other area where the two of you are alone. But things are a little different if you're chatting online or over texts. Unless your messages are end-to-end encrypted, they could potentially be accessed by malicious actors, the government or your cell service carrier. An easy step everyone can take to better protect themselves is downloading the encrypted messaging app Signal.Signal was released over a decade ago in 2014, and more than 40 million people were using the app for encrypted messaging as of 2022, according to the BBC.The app gained a lot of popularity in January, 2021 after WhatsApp, another encrypted messaging app owned by Facebook's parent company Meta, changed its privacy policy. In the wake of this change, people flocked to Signal, causing a surge of new users and a temporary outage of the app. The app-tracking firm Apptopia reported that Signal was downloaded about 1.3 million times a few days after the policy change.If you're new to Signal, or want to learn about the app without downloading it, here's what you need to know about the encrypted messaging app.What is Signal? SignalSignal is an open-source, encrypted messaging app. It's available on Android and iOS devices, and it's free to download and use. You can voice or video call others through the app, and you can send payments through the app using the cryptocurrency MobileCoin.Is Signal secure?Signal uses end-to-end encryption to protect your messages and calls, which means that only your intended recipient can read your messages and receive your call. That way a third-party or government entity can't intercept your message. But nothing is absolutely secure.In 2023, a group of researchers found a way to figure out a Signal user's location by measuring the time between sending a message and receiving a notification that a message was delivered. The method had an overall accuracy of about 82%, and could be used to spy on someone's location.Does my contact need Signal for the app to work?Yes, you both need to be using Signal for the app to work. You can't use Signal to message WhatsApp, for example.Does Signal send my number to others?Not necessarily. The app doesn't send your phone number to others unless you change the setting so others can see your number. Here's how to change this setting.1. Open Signal.2. Tap your profile in the top-left corner of your screen.3. Tap Settings.4. Tap Privacy.5. Tap Phone Number.Under Who Can See My Number, you can tap either Everybody or Nobody.From this menu you can also let anyone who has your number see you're on Signal or hide that you're on the app. Under Who Can Find Me By Number, tap Everybody or Nobody.Should I use my real name or a nickname for more privacy?You can use your real name or a nickname. According to Signal, your profile -- name and photo attached to your number -- is encrypted, and because of that Signal doesn't know what name or photo you've selected."Your profile information is end-to-end encrypted with a unique profile key that is securely shared via the same Signal Protocol messaging channel that already protects your conversations and calls," Signal wrote online.Keep in mind that using a photo and a last name in your profile are optional. Signal wrote that a first name is required, but that first name could be your name, a nickname, a single character or an emoji.Can I send or receive SMS/MMS messages with Signal?No. Signal used to support SMS/MMS messages in its Android app, but that functionality was removed in 2022. The company wrote at the time that it was removing this capability to prioritize security and privacy, to ensure people don't encounter unexpected messaging bills and to create and clear user experience for all Signal users.Can I use Signal for work or travel?Yes and yes. SignalIf you use Signal for work, just know that every phone must register with a different number in order to work. And if you're traveling, the app uses the internet to message and call others. So as long as you are connected to the internet you can use the app instead of your own cell service and potentially incurring roaming fees.What are safety numbers and are they important?Safety numbers are assigned to one-on-one chats in Signal, and these allow you to verify the security of your calls and messages with a contact. Verifying safety numbers is a good way to make sure you're talking to who you intend to be talking to. Once this number is verified, changes to the number must be manually approved in order to send another message.Signal will let you know when someone changes a safety number. According to Signal, this could just be a person using a new phone or reinstalling Signal, but if you see the safety number changing a lot there could be other issues.Here's how to view and verify a safety number.1. Open Signal.2. Go into a chat.3. Tap on the chat header or the recipient's name across the top of the chat.4. Tap View Safety Number.Then, either scan your contact's QR code that's displayed on their screen, or compare the numeric sequence displayed beneath the QR code. If the sequence matches on both yours and your contact's phones, you can each tap Mark as Verified across the bottom of your screens. If the sequences are different, something is wrong.Does Signal store or sell my data?"Signal is designed to never collect or store any sensitive information," Signal wrote online. SignalAll your data is stored locally on your device, and since everything in the app is end-to-end encrypted, the Signal service can't access that data. And because Signal can't access that data, it can't sell or monetize your data.How do I request and download my account data?1. Open Signal.2. Tap your profile in the top-left corner of your screen.3. Tap Settings.4. Tap Account.5. Tap Your Account Data.You can either export your data as an easy-to-read text file -- Export as TXT -- or a machine-readable file -- Export as JSON. Tap which kind of file you'd like to export your data as then tap Export Report.For more on privacy, check out CNET's best VPN services, best password managers and best antivirus software.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·43 Views
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Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Sunday, Feb. 9www.cnet.comLooking forthe most recentMini Crossword answer?Click here for today's Mini Crossword hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Wordle, Strands, Connections and Connections: Sports Edition puzzles.The NYT Mini Crosswordhas aSuper Bowl theme today. Most of the clues should be pretty easy to solve even if you've only paid the slightest attention to the big game. Need some more help with today's Mini Crossword? Read on. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.The Mini Crossword is just one of many games in the Times' games collection. If you're looking for today's Wordle, Connections, Connections: Sports Edition and Strands answers, you can visitCNET's NYT puzzle hints page.Read more: Tips and Tricks for Solving The New York Times Mini CrosswordLet's get at those Mini Crossword clues and answers. The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025. NYT/Screenshot by CNETMini across clues and answers1A clue: Bengal or lionAnswer: CAT4A clue: Patrick Mahomes, for his entire N.F.L. careerAnswer: CHIEF6A clue: Kendrick ___, Super Bowl LIX halftime actAnswer: LAMAR7A clue: Opposing sideAnswer: ENEMY8A clue: Super Bowl scores, for shortAnswer: TDSMini down clues and answers1D clue: "E-A-G-L-E-S, Eagles!," for oneAnswer: CHANT2D clue: Targeted, as a football throwAnswer: AIMED3D clue: Play groups?Answer: TEAMS4D clue: The Browns, on N.F.L. scoreboardsAnswer: CLE5D clue: Cook in the panAnswer: FRYHow to play more Mini CrosswordsThe New York Times Games section offers a number of online games, but only some of them are free for all to play. You can play the current day's Mini Crossword for free, but you'll need a subscription to the Times Games section to play older puzzles from the archives.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·34 Views
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Best Speakerphone in 2025 for Working From Homewww.cnet.comOur Experts Written by David Carnoy Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement How we test Executive Editor David Carnoy has been a leading member of CNET's Reviews team since 2000. He covers the gamut of gadgets and is a notable reviewer of mobile accessories and portable audio products, including headphones and speakers. He's also an e-reader and e-publishing expert as well as the author of the novels Knife Music, The Big Exit and Lucidity. All the titles are available as Kindle, iBooks, Kobo e-books and audiobooks. Expertise Headphones, Bluetooth speakers, mobile accessories, Apple, Sony, Bose, e-readers, Amazon, glasses, ski gear, iPhone cases, gaming accessories, sports tech, portable audio, interviews, audiophile gear, PC speakers Credentials Maggie Award for Best Regularly Featured Web Column/Consumer See full bio What to consider Budget More premium models tend to cost $200 or more but plenty of good options are available in the $80-$150 range. How do you intend to use it? If you plan on using your speakerphone with a computer, think about getting a model that includes a USB Bluetooth dongle. How many people are talking? More premium speakerphones are more suitable for conference calls in larger rooms where multiple people are speaking at the same time. Portabilty Take into account the size of the speakerphone if you plan on carrying it with you for mobile use. Return policy It's always good to buy at a retailer that has a good return policy, in case you have buyer's remorse. Table of Contents While you can make do using your phone for at-home conference calls, you can greatly improve the sound quality of your meetings with a speakerphone. When determining the best speakerphone we examined how each model reduces background noise, improves call quality, what connectivity options it has and more. Many models have a wired USB connection to plug into a PC or Mac and many also have Bluetooth connection. Some have a UC (Universal Communication) that will better connect to a PC wirelessly. While you could just consider getting one of the best headsets for working from home, you may not want to have to wear something like that all day, so a good speakerphone is an excellent alternative. Most of these models are compact enough to be used at home and on the go. Our Picks Best new midrange speakerphone Jabra Speak2 55 View details $139 at Amazon View details Best for under $100 eMeet Luna Plus View details $100 at Amazon View details Flagship Beyerdynamic speakerphone Beyerdynamic Space Max View details $380 at B&H Photo-Video View details Jabra's new premium speakerphone Jabra Speak2 75 View details $269 at Amazon View details Versatile personal speakerphone Beyerdynamic Space View details $113 at Amazon View details Top value speakerphone Anker PowerConf View details $130 at Amazon View details Midrange speakerphone from Poly Poly Sync 20 Plus View details $132 at Amazon View details Midrange speakerphone from Anker Anker PowerConf S500 View details $200 at Amazon View details Best cheap speakerphone eMeet M0 Plus View details $68 at Amazon View details Top Bluetooth speaker that doubles as a speakerphone Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 2nd Gen View details $299 at Amazon View details Previous generation midrange favorite speakerphone Jabra Speak 510 View details $92 at Amazon View details Premium speakerphone for less than $200 eMeet M3 View details $200 at Amazon View details Compact and lightweight Cyber Acoustics Essential Speakerphone SP-2000 View details $70 at Amazon View details Best new personal speakerphone AnkerWork S600 (Update: Unavailable) View details $190 at Amazon View details Table of Contents What's the best overall speakerphone?Choosing one model as the best speakerphone overall is challenging, but certain models stand out from the pack, which is why they're at the top of this list. These include the Jabra Speak2 55 and Speak2 75, as well as the Beyerdynamic Space Max and AnkerWork S600, the mos0 Comments ·0 Shares ·77 Views
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Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Feb. 9 #139www.cnet.comLooking for the most recentregular Connections answers? Click here for today's Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle and Strands puzzles.Today, Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 9, is a big day forConnections: Sports Edition. The puzzle iscoming out of betatoday. That's a sign that the game has earned enough loyal players that The Athletic, the subscription-based sports journalism site owned by the Times, will be continuing to publish it. It won't show up in the NYT Games app but will appear in The Athletic's own app. Or you can continue to play it free online. And to no one's surprise, all of today's categories are about pro football.Read more: NYT Has a Connections Game for Sports Fans. I Tried ItHints for today's Connections: Sports Edition groupsHere are four hints for the groupings in today's Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, ranked from the easiest yellow group to the tough (and sometimes bizarre) purple group.Yellow group hint:Way to scoreGreen group hint: Pass the seven-layer dipBlue group hint: Run and catchPurple group hint:Not front, but...Answers for today's Connections: Sports Edition groupsYellow group: Scoring playsGreen group: Big Game snacksBlue group: Receiver routesPurple group:____ backRead more: Wordle Cheat Sheet: Here Are the Most Popular Letters Used in English WordsWhat are today's Connections: Sports Edition answers? The completed NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Feb. 9, 2024, #139. NYT/Screenshot by CNETThe yellow words in today's ConnectionsThe theme is scoring plays. The four answers are extra point, field goal, safety and touchdown.The green words in today's ConnectionsThe theme is big game snacks. The four answers are chips, nachos, pizza and wings.The blue words in today's ConnectionsThe theme is receiver routes. The four answers are curl, fly, hook and slant.The purple words in today's ConnectionsThe theme is ____ back. The four answers are corner, full, quarter and tail.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·69 Views
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Are Cheap Meal Kit Services Any Good? I Tested a Bunch to Find Outwww.cnet.comOur Experts Written by David Watsky Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement Why You Can Trust CNET 12345 Years of Cooking66676869707172737475 Meal Kits102030405060708090100 Prepared Meals How we test Our meal delivery experts have logged more than five years of cooking more than 75 meal kits and tasting upwards of 100 prepared meals, from popular meal delivery services to help land on our list of the best cheap meal subscriptions. What to consider Cost After you've picked between meal kits or meal delivery, you'll want to find a service within your budget. There are meal kits with recipes for as cheap as $5 a serving with basic menus and no-frills recipes. More expensive services include recipes with more exotic ingredients, high-end cuts of meat and organic produce but they can cost as much as $15 or $20 a serving. Meal kit or prepared meal delivery The first big decision you'll make is whether you want meal kits, which require some prep and cooking, or a prepared meal service that sends fully cooked meals that are ready to heat and eat. Meal kits will demand more of your time and energy but they'll also cost a little less per serving. Prepared meals require almost no time and energy, other than what it takes to actually eat the food, but typically run a few bucks more per serving. Healthiness While most meal delivery services have healthy options, some are much healthier than others. If you're keen on eating low-calorie, low-carb, plant-based or pescatarian food, certain meal kits and meal delivery services will be better than others. Our list of thehealthiest meal delivery services for 2024is a good place to find all the most nutritious options. Number of meals per week With almost every service, the more meals or servings you order per delivery, the cheaper it becomes per meal. You'll want to decide exactly how much food makes sense for your household. If you can't imagine yourself cooking more than twice per week, don't order more than two meal kits because they typically won't last more than a week in the fridge.Most prepared meals either arrive frozen or can be frozen after unboxing. That means it's less of an issue if you order too many meals on your first go around. Most services allow you to change the number of meals or servings in your plan even after you've started. Table of Contents Back to selection0 Comments ·0 Shares ·69 Views
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Best Cases for Your iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro in 2025www.cnet.comGive your iPhone 14 a fresh new look with these durable Apple iPhone cases.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·84 Views
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Watch FA Cup Soccer: Livestream Brighton vs. Chelsea From Anywherewww.cnet.comSee at ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming ExpressVPN See at ExpressVPN See more details See at ESPN Watch the FA Cup in the US from $12 per month ESPN Plus See at ESPN See more details See at ITV Carries 2025 Six Nations games for free in the UK ITV See at ITV See more details See at SN Now Watch the FA Cup in Canada for CA$15 a month Sportsnet See at SN Now See more details See at Optus Watch the FA Cup in Australia from AU$7 a month Optus Sport See at Optus See more details Table of Contents Brighton will look to put last weekend's Premier League humiliation behind it as the team turns its attention to the FA Cup and a tough fourth-round test at home on Saturday against Enzo Maresca's Chelsea.Seagulls boss Fabian Hrzeler faces a challenge in lifting the spirits of his players after they crashed to a 7-0 humbling at the hands of Nottingham Forest last weekend.Brighton faces a Chelsea team that looks likely to be a rotated line up after the Blues' disappointing display in the team's London derby clash against West Ham on Monday, which they surprisingly won 2-1.Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch the game live, wherever you are in the world. Pedro Neto scored for Chelsea in its 2-1 win at home against West Ham in the Premier League on Monday. Bryn Lennon/Getty ImagesBrighton vs. Chelsea: When and where?Brighton take on Chelsea in this FA Cup fourth-round match at the Amex Stadium onSaturday, Feb. 8. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. GMT local time in the UK, which is 3 p.m. ET or 12 p.m. PT in the US and Canada, and7 a.m. AEDT in Australia early on Sunday morning. How to watch the Brighton vs. Chelsea game online from anywhere using a VPNIf you find yourself unable to view EPL matches locally, you may need a different way to watch the games -- that's where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, and it's also a great idea if you're traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and you want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.With a VPN, you're able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. Most VPNs, like our Editors' Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you're streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions. James Martin/CNET 2024 Price $13 per month, $100 for the first 15 months (then $117 per year) or $140 for the first 28 months (then $150 per year)Latest Tests DNS leaks detected, 35% speed loss in 2025 testsNetwork 3,000 plus servers in 105 countriesJurisdiction British Virgin Islands ExpressVPN isour current best VPN pickfor people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It's normally $13 a month, but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100 you'll get three months free and save 49%. That's the equivalent of $6.67 a month.Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. 61% off with 2yr plan (+4 free months) See at ExpressVPN Livestream the Brighton vs. Chelsea game in the USThis clash is streaming exclusively live in the US on ESPN Plus. Kickoff is at 12:45 p.m. ET on Saturday. ESPN Plus ESPN's standalone streaming service costs $12 a month or $120 for an annual subscription. With it, you'll be able to watch all of this season's FA Cup fixtures.Read our ESPN Plus review. See at ESPN Can I livestream the Brighton vs. Chelsea game in the UK?The great news for footy fans in the UK is that free-to-air broadcasters the BBC and ITV are sharing live duties for this season's FA Cup, with this game being shown on ITV4. That means the game will be available to stream on ITVX. Coverage begins at 7:15 p.m. GMT ahead of the 8 p.m. kickoff. ITV ITV's streaming online streaming service is free to viewers in the UK, with dedicated apps available for Apple and Android devices, as well as most smart TVs. See at ITV Livestream Brighton vs. Chelsea in CanadaCanadian soccer fans looking to watch this FA Cup fixture can watch all the action live via Sportsnet. Sportsnet Sportsnet is available via most cable operators, but cord-cutters can subscribe to the network's standalone streaming service Sportsnet Plus instead, with prices starting at CA$25 per month or CA$200 per year. See at SN Now Livestream the Brighton vs. Chelsea game in AustraliaFootball fans Down Under can watch FA Cup matches live on streaming service Optus Sport. Optus With exclusive rights to stream select FA Cup and all Premier League matches live this season, as well as German Bundesliga and Spanish La Liga games, streaming service Optus Sport is a particularly big draw for Aussie soccer fans.If you're already an Optus network customer, you can bag Optus Sport for a reduced price, with discounts bringing the price down to as low as AU$7 a month. If you're not, a standalone monthly subscription to the service starts at AU$25. See at Optus Quick tips for streaming the FA Cup using a VPNWith four variables at play -- your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN -- your experience and success when streaming FA Cup matches may vary.If you don't see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the "search for city or country" option.If you're having trouble getting the game after you've turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs -- like Roku -- don't have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you'll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you're using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network's sports app, you'll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you're using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommendBrave.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·78 Views
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UFC 312: Du Plessis vs. Strickland 2: Watch Livestream, Start Time, Full Cardwww.cnet.comSee at ESPN Plus Watch Du Plessis vs. Strickland Watch UFC on ESPN Plus in the US See at ESPN Plus See more details See at TNT Sport Watch UFC events live in the UK with TNT Sports TNT Sports See at TNT Sport See more details See at Kayo Watch Du Plessis vs. Strickland at UFC 312 Watch UFC on Kayo in Australia See at Kayo See more details See at ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming ExpressVPN See at ExpressVPN See more details Table of Contents UFC makes a rare visit down under on Saturday, with Dricus Du Plessis putting his middleweight title on the line against Sean Strickland as the headlining act for UFC 312 in Sydney, Australia.The main act marks the second meeting between the two fighters after South African star Du Plessis claimed the title from California's Strickland with a split decision in January of 2024.Having made a successful first defense of his belt against Israel Adesanya at UFC 305 in August, Du Plessis now takes on Strickland again at the top of a bill that also sees women's strawweight belt holderZhang Weiliattempt to defend her title against Tatiana Suarez.Catch all the action live by following our guide to watching UFC 312 no matter where in the world you are. Dricus Du Plessis, left, will attempt to defend his title as he faces Sean Strickland at UFC 312. Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC UFC 312 Start timeThe UFC 312main card gets going at 2 p.m. AEDT local time in Sydney, making it a 10 p.m. ET (7 p.m. PT) on Saturday, Feb. 8. Here are all the details for multiple time zones. US and CanadaThe main card starts Feb. 8, 10 p.m. ET (7 p.m. PT).The prelims start Feb. 8, 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT).The early prelims start Feb. 8, 6 p.m. ET (3 p.m. PT). UK The main card starts Feb. 9, 3 a.m. GMT.The prelims start Feb. 9, 1 a.m. GMT.The early prelims start Feb. 8, 11 p.m. GMT. Australia The main card starts Feb. 9, 2 p.m. AEDT.The prelims start Feb. 9, 12 p.m. AEDT.The early prelims start Feb. 9, 10 a.m. AEDT. Main event start time It's hard to say exactly when the main event will take place, but if you're looking toonlywatch the fight between Du Plessis and Strickland, ring walks will start no earlier than 12 a.m. ET (9 p.m. PT). How to watch UFC 312 in the USThe UFC has a long-running partnership with ESPN. That's great news for the UFC and the expansion of the sport of MMA, but it's bad news for the consumer choice of US UFC fans. In the US, if you want to watch UFC 312, you'll find the fight night only on pay-per-view through ESPN Plus. The cost structure is a bit confusing, but here are the options to watch UFC on ESPN, according toESPN's site: Existing annual ESPN Plus subscribers can order the upcoming UFC card for $80.New ESPN Plus subscribers can buy a bundle of the UFC 312 PPV event (streaming in HD) and an ESPN Plus annual recurring subscription for $135. This is a decent deal. The ESPN Plus annual ESPN subscription will auto-renew after one year, at the price of an ESPN Plus annual subscription at the time of auto-renewal.You can do all of the above at the link below. Folks in the US can watch UFC 312 for $80, above and beyond the ESPN Plus subscription price ($11 per month for the stand-alone service, or $110 per year). Alternately, you canbundle ESPN Plus with Disney Plus and Hulustarting at $15 per month for the ad-supported plan. See at ESPN Plus How to watch UFC 312 in the UKMMA fans in the UK can watch all the action from New York via TNT Sports and the surprisingly good news is that, unlike some UFC events on the network, this event won't be PPV. Coverage gets underway on TNT Sports 1 with the prelims at 1 a.m. GMT in the early hours of Sunday morning. TNT Sports TNT Sports is the exclusive UK broadcaster for all numbered UFC events in the UK. You can access TNT Sports in exactly the same way as its predecessor BT Sport, including via Sky Q as a TV package, as well as the option of streaming online. It costs 30 either way and comes in a package that includes Discovery Plus' library of documentary content. See at TNT Sport How to watch UFC 312 in AustraliaYou can watch UFC 312 through Main Event on Foxtel. That means you can also watch online via sports streaming service Kayo for AU$60. You can check out the PPV on Kayo in Australia. See at Kayo How to watch UFC 312 in CanadaUFC 312's main card is available to watch through a variety of PPV providers, including cable operators such as Bell, Rogers and Shaw, as well as streaming services such as DAZN, Sportsnet Plus and UFC Fight Pass. Whichever option you opt for, it's a PPV fee of CA$70 across the board.It's also worth noting that early prelims will be available to stream viaUFC Fight Pass, while the event's Prelims will be shown on Sportsnet andTVA Sports. Full fight card Main card Dricus Du Plessis (C) vs. Sean Strickland 2 (middleweight title fight) Zhang Weili (C) vs. Tatiana Suarez (women's strawweight title fight) Justin Tafa vs. Tallison Teixeira (heavyweight) Jimmy Crute vs. Rodolfo Bellato (light-heavyweight) Jake Matthews vs. Francisco Prado (welterweight) Prelims Jack Jenkins vs. Gabriel Santos (featherweight) Tom Nolan vs. Viacheslav Borshchev (lightweight) Wang Cong vs. Bruna Brasil (women's flyweight) Colby Thicknesse vs. Aleksandre Topuria (bantamweight)Early prelims Rongzhu vs. Kody Steele (lightweight) Jonathan Micallef vs. Kevin Jousset (welterweight)How to watch UFC 312 online from anywhere using a VPNIf you find yourself unable to view UFC 312 locally due toincorrectly applied blackout restrictions, you may need a different way to watch the bout and that's where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on fight night by encrypting your traffic, plus it's a great idea for when you're traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network, and you want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.With a VPN, you're able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the matchup. So if your internet provider or mobile carrier has stuck you with an IP address that incorrectly shows your location in a blackout zone, a VPN can correct that problem by giving you an IP address in your correct, nonblackout area. Most VPNs, like ourEditors' Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US and Canada, as long as you've got a legitimate subscription to the service you're streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions.Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the other greatVPN dealstaking place right now. James Martin/CNET 2024 Price $13 per month, $100 for the first 15 months (then $117 per year) or $140 for the first 28 months (then $150 per year)Latest Tests DNS leaks detected, 35% speed loss in 2025 testsNetwork 3,000 plus servers in 105 countriesJurisdiction British Virgin Islands ExpressVPN isour current best VPN pickfor people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It's normally $13 a month, but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100 you'll get three months free and save 49%. That's the equivalent of $6.67 a month.Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. 61% off with 2yr plan (+4 free months) See at ExpressVPN Quick tips for streaming UFC 312 using a VPNWith four variables at play -- your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN -- your experience and success when streaming UFC 312 may vary.If you don't see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the "search for city or country" option.If you're having trouble getting the fight after you've turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs -- like Roku -- don't have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you'll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you're using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network's sports app, you'll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you're using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommendBrave.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·77 Views
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England vs. France: How to Watch 2025 Six Nations Rugby Live From Anywherewww.cnet.comSee at ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming ExpressVPN See at ExpressVPN See more details See at Peacock Watch the 2025 Six Nations in the US from $8 per month Peacock See at Peacock See more details See at ITV Carries 2025 Six Nations games for free in the UK ITV See at ITV See more details See at Virgin Media Carries live coverage of the 2025 Six Nations Virgin Media See at Virgin Media See more details See at Stan Sport Watch the Six Nations in Australia from AU$27 a month Stan Sport See at Stan Sport See more details See at DAZN Watch the Six Nations in Canada from CA$30 a month DAZN See at DAZN See more details See at Sky Broadcasting every 2025 Six Nations game live in New Zealand Sky Sport See at Sky See more details Table of Contents England will be hoping to get back to winning ways on Saturday as they take on Six Nations favorites France in a tough week 2 game.The Red Rose kicked off its campaign in losing style after slipping to a 27-22 defeat against Ireland in Dublin last weekend.France, meanwhile, underlined its billing as the team to beat in this year's tournament, with a resounding 43-0 victory over Wales last time out in a match that saw them score seven tries.Below, we'll outline the bestlive TV streaming servicesto use to stream this Six Nations 2025 match, no matter where you are in the world. Winger Tho Attissogb scored two tries in France's 43-0 win over Wales in its Six Nations opener last weekend. Julian Finney/Getty ImagesEngland vs. France: When and where?England hosts France at Twickenham onSaturday, Feb. 8. Kickoff is set for 4:45 p.m. GMT local time, which makes it a 11:45 a.m. ET or 8:45 a.m. PT kickoff in the US and Canada, and a 3:45 a.m. AEDT start in the early hours of Sunday, Feb. 9, in Australia. How to watch England vs. France online from anywhere using a VPNIf you can't view this year's Six Nations locally, you may need a different way to watch this match; this is where a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic. It's also a great idea if you're traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins. With a VPN, you can virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. Most VPNs, like ourEditors' Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this. Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Australia, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you're streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions. Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the other greatVPN dealstaking place right now. James Martin/CNET 2024 Price $13 per month, $100 for the first 15 months (then $117 per year) or $140 for the first 28 months (then $150 per year)Latest Tests DNS leaks detected, 35% speed loss in 2025 testsNetwork 3,000 plus servers in 105 countriesJurisdiction British Virgin Islands ExpressVPN isour current best VPN pickfor people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It's normally $13 a month, but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100 you'll get three months free and save 49%. That's the equivalent of $6.67 a month.Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. 61% off with 2yr plan (+4 free months) See at ExpressVPN Livestream England vs. France in the USSelect Six Nations matches this season are being broadcast in the US on NBC, but this match isn't one of them. The good news is that streaming servicePeacockis showing every match of the tournament live in the US. You'll need a Peacock Premium or Premium Plus account to catch games live. NBC's streaming service, Peacock, offers access to all the matches of the 2025 Six Nations. Peacock offers two Premium plans, and after the recent price increases, the ad-supported Premium plan costs $8 a month and the ad-free Premium Plus plan is $14 a month. See at Peacock Watch England vs. France for free in the UKRugby fans in the UK are once again among the luckiest in the world, with all matches of the 2025 Six Nations set to be shown live on free-to-air networks BBC and ITV. This means viewers in the UK will be able to stream every game for free onITVXandBBC iPlayer. This match will be shown live on ITV 1, with coverage starting at 4:15 p.m. GMT. ITV ITV's streaming online streaming service is free to viewers in the UK, with dedicated apps available for Apple and Android devices, as well as most smart TVs. See at ITV Watch England vs. France for free in IrelandLive coverage is split between free-to-air terrestrial broadcasters RT and Virgin Media in Ireland. That means you'll be able to stream games for free on streaming platformsVirgin Media Playerand RTE Player. This fixture will be shown on Virgin Media One, with coverage staring at 4:30 p.m. GMT. You can live stream 2025 Six Nations games for free usingVirgin Media Playeror via the network's TV Anywhere app, which is available for nearly all devices, including smartphones, tablets, computers and more. See at Virgin Media Stream England vs. France in AustraliaRugby fans down under can watch Six Nations matches on streaming service Stan Sport, which has exclusive rights to show games live in Australia this season. Stan Sport will set you back AU$15 a month (on top of a standard Stan subscription that starts at AU$12 a month for the service's Basic tier).A subscription will also give you access to UEFA Champions League, Europa League and Europa Conference League soccer action, as well as international rugby and Formula E. See at Stan Sport Stream England vs. France in CanadaIf you want to stream Six Nations games live in Canada, subscribe to DAZN Canada. The service has exclusive broadcast rights to the tournament this season. A DAZN subscription costs CA$35 a month or CA$250 a year. It will also give you access to Champions League, Europa League and EFL Championship soccer and WTA tennis.As well as dedicated apps for iOS and Android, there's a wide range of support for set-top boxes and smart TVs. See at DAZN Stream England vs. France in New ZealandPay TV broadcaster Sky Sport has broadcast rights to show every 2025 Six Nations game live in New Zealand. Pay-TV broadcaster Sky Sport will be showing every 2025 Six Nations game in New Zealand. That also means you can also watch every game online using the network's Sky Go streaming service. See at Sky Quick tips for streaming the 2025 Six Nations using a VPNWith four variables at play -- your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN -- your experience and success when streaming Six Nations Rugby action live may vary.If you don't see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the "search for city or country" option.If you're having trouble getting the game after you've turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs -- like Roku -- don't have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you'll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you're using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network's sports app, you'll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you're using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommendBrave.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·73 Views
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Best Internet Providers in Austin, Texaswww.cnet.comThere are plenty of solid home internet options in the Lone Star State's capital. Here are CNET's picks for the best internet in Austin.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·79 Views
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Watch FA Cup Soccer: Livestream Everton vs. Bournemouth From Anywherewww.cnet.comSee at ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming ExpressVPN See at ExpressVPN See more details See at ESPN Watch the FA Cup in the US from $12 per month ESPN Plus See at ESPN See more details See at SN Now Watch the FA Cup in Canada for CA$15 a month Sportsnet See at SN Now See more details See at Optus Watch the FA Cup in Australia from AU$7 a month Optus Sport See at Optus See more details Table of Contents Everton host high-flying Bournemouth on Saturday in what could potentially be the final FA Cup fixture at Goodison Park.With the Toffees set to move to a brand new stadium before the start of next season, a defeat to the Cherries today would mark this tie as being the last fixture played in this iconic cup tournament at the stadium in Walton.The hosts come into this one off the back of thrashing fellow Premier League strugglers Leicester City 4-0 at home, while Bournemouth's hopes of European qualification were dented by a 2-0 defeat at home to Liverpool last weekend.Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch the game live, wherever you are in the world. Everton have claimed three successive victories in the Premier League under returning manager David Moyes. Chris Brunskill/Fantasista/Getty ImagesEverton vs. Bournemouth: When and where?Everton takes on AFC Bournemouth in this FA Cup fourth-round match at Stamford Bridge onSaturday, Feb. 8. Kickoff is set for 3p.m. GMT local time in the UK, which is10 a.m. ET or 7 a.m. PT in the US and Canada, and2 a.m. AEDT in Australia in the early hours of Sunday morning. How to watch the Everton vs. Bournemouth game online from anywhere using a VPNIf you find yourself unable to view EPL matches locally, you may need a different way to watch the games -- that's where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, and it's also a great idea if you're traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and you want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.With a VPN, you're able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. Most VPNs, like our Editors' Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you're streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions. James Martin/CNET 2024 Price $13 per month, $100 for the first 15 months (then $117 per year) or $140 for the first 28 months (then $150 per year)Latest Tests DNS leaks detected, 35% speed loss in 2025 testsNetwork 3,000 plus servers in 105 countriesJurisdiction British Virgin Islands ExpressVPN isour current best VPN pickfor people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It's normally $13 a month, but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100 you'll get three months free and save 49%. That's the equivalent of $6.67 a month.Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. 61% off with 2yr plan (+4 free months) See at ExpressVPN Livestream the Everton vs. Bournemouth game in the USThis clash is streaming exclusively live in the US on ESPN Plus. Kickoff is at 10 a.m. ET on Saturday for viewers in the States. ESPN Plus ESPN's standalone streaming service costs $12 a month or $120 for an annual subscription. With it, you'll be able to watch all of this season's FA Cup fixtures.Read our ESPN Plus review. See at ESPN Can I livestream the Everton vs. Bournemouth game in the UK?The great news for footy fans in the UK is that free-to-air broadcasters the BBC and ITV are once again sharing live duties for this season's FA Cup. The bad news is that the match hasn't been selected to be shown live by either network, which also means that if you're in the UK traveling for pleasure or for work, you're unlikely to be able to watch the game like you normally would at home, thanks to geoblocking.There's one option to get around this. By using a VPN, as explained above, you can set your location to a country where the match is being broadcast and go from there..Livestream Everton vs. Bournemouth in CanadaCanadian soccer fans looking to watch this FA Cup fixture can watch all the action live via Sportsnet. Sportsnet Sportsnet is available via most cable operators, but cord-cutters can subscribe to the network's standalone streaming service Sportsnet Plus instead, with prices starting at CA$25 per month or CA$200 per year. See at SN Now Livestream the Everton vs. Bournemouth game in AustraliaFootball fans Down Under can watch FA Cup matches live on streaming service Optus Sport. Optus With exclusive rights to stream select FA Cup and all Premier League matches live this season, as well as German Bundesliga and Spanish La Liga games, streaming service Optus Sport is a particularly big draw for Aussie soccer fans.If you're already an Optus network customer, you can bag Optus Sport for a reduced price, with discounts bringing the price down to as low as AU$7 a month. If you're not, a standalone monthly subscription to the service starts at AU$25. See at Optus Quick tips for streaming the FA Cup using a VPNWith four variables at play -- your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN -- your experience and success when streaming FA Cup matches may vary.If you don't see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the "search for city or country" option.If you're having trouble getting the game after you've turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs -- like Roku -- don't have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you'll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you're using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network's sports app, you'll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you're using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommendBrave.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·71 Views
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Google Gemini 2.0 AI Is Out Now. Here Are the Highlightswww.cnet.comGoogle delivered big artificial intelligence news this week, launching the next generation of itschatbot, Gemini 2.0. Google is opening up new Gemini 2.0 models in a multipronged initiative.Let's break down what's new and coming from Google's Gemini AI tool.Gemini 2.0 ProThe company is releasing an experimental version of Gemini 2.0 Pro inGoogle AI Studio,Vertex AIand in theGemini appfor Gemini Advanced users. The company calls this "our best model yet for coding performance and complex prompts."Gemini 2.0 FlashThe updated Gemini 2.0 Flash is now generally available via the Gemini API inGoogle AI StudioandVertex AI, meaning developers can now build production applications with 2.0 Flash. This gives more people access to the smaller, more efficient version of Google Gemini following thebig splash by DeepSeek, the generative AI tool that burst onto the scene in late January.Read more: What Is DeepSeek? Everything to Know About the New Chinese AI ToolGemini 2.0 Flash-LiteGoogle is also countering Chinese AI startupDeepSeek with Gemini 2.0 Flash-Lite, a less expensive alternative that is now available in Google AI Studio and Vertex AI for developers. (By comparison, all versions of DeepSeek's AI offerings are free.)Google says Flash-Lite (get it?) is its most cost-efficient model yet.2.0 Pro and Flash Thinking ExperimentalPeople with the Gemini app will also get to try out Google Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental, a benchmark darling as the top AI model according toChatbot Arena's leaderboards. This version of Gemini 2.0 Flash is special, thanks to its ability to break down user prompts into a series of steps to help provide better responses to complex prompts. For those looking for something more powerful, Google also added Gemini 2.0 Pro Experimental to the Gemini app for Gemini Advanced users, as well as Google AI Studio and Vertex AI.Flash Thinking can also interact with Google apps like Maps, YouTube and Search."These connected apps already make the Gemini app a uniquely helpful AI-powered assistant, and we're exploring how new reasoning capabilities can combine with your apps to help you do even more," Patrick Kane, director of product management for the Gemini app at Google,wrote in a blog post.The AI news keeps comingThe wide release of Google Gemini 2.0 Pro Experimental, Flash-Lite and Flash Thinking is the latest in a string of AI announcements from Google.Late last month, the Samsung Galaxy S25 series became thefirst smartphones to ship with Google's Project Astra, an AI feature that lets users point their phone cameras at things to get information about them. The company alsolaunched its Daily Listen feature, which generates audio summaries of news updates based on your Search and Discover activity.Google's news is a counterpoint to the hype about DeepSeek, which boasts similar performance to bigger AI models at a fraction of the price. It's too soon to say if DeepSeek will stick around for the long haul due to a variety of factors, but Google's announcement and OpenAI's o3-mini release may help pry attention away from the young AI upstart.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·62 Views
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Student Loan Payments Could Skyrocket for SAVE Borrowers. Here's How Much Yours Could Risewww.cnet.comAbout 8 million federal student loan borrowers had hopes of smaller monthly payments and lower lifetime costs when the Biden administration rolled out theSaving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) repayment plan in 2023. But early in 2024, the plan was met with legal challenges and put on hold.SAVE is an income-driven student loan repayment plan that lowers monthly student loan payments, reduces the burden of interest and offers more options for forgiveness.Borrowers in SAVE are now waiting for courts to decide the fate of their student loan debt. Experts don't expect SAVE to survive its legal challenges and warn borrowers to prepare for it to disappear later this year. When that happens, you may face monthly payments for the first time since the pandemic pause in March 2020 and those payments could be higher than you expect."The payment is likely going to go up" if SAVE is eliminated, said Elaine Rubin, a student loan policy expert for Edvisors and CNET Money expert review board member.Under income-driven repayment (IDR) plans, many borrowers under certain income levels have had their payments lowered to $0 per month since March 2020. The new formula for monthly payments under SAVE would have extended that reality to millions more. With SAVE's likely demise, borrowers already in SAVE stand to see increases in their monthly payments.How student loan payments for IDRs are calculatedSAVE offers the most affordable monthly payment for most student loan borrowers. Here's how the payment calculation for SAVE compares with other income-driven repayment plans:Less of your income is counted:With SAVE, your discretionary income is defined as 225% of the federal poverty level, compared with between 100% and 150% under other IDR plans. If you're married and file taxes separately, your spouse's income won't count.Payments are a smaller portion of income:SAVE was paused before payments could be dropped to 5% of your monthly discretionary income. Other IDRs cap monthly payments at 10% to 20%.Balances don't grow with interest:Under SAVE, your monthly payment doesn't cover all accrued interest, the government subsidizes the difference.How much could your student loan payment increase if SAVE is eliminated?It's likely your student loan payment will rise if SAVE is repealed, but the amount depends on several factors, including your income, loan amount, type of loan and even where you live.I used theDepartment of Education's loan simulatorand found the payments could jump up steeply, by hundreds of dollars per month, in some cases. Here are a few examples of what adjusted payments could look like if SAVE is repealed: Note: The above calculations are based on the circumstances of an individual living in Pennsylvania with a $38,000 unsubsidized undergraduate loan. Monthly payment calculations consider factors including whether you contribute to a retirement account, how much you pay toward health insurance, your family size, your tax filing status and more. Enter your information into theloan simulator to get a personalized payment estimate and see additional plans.An individual with a $38,000 undergraduate loan who makes $40,000 would pay just $25 per month under SAVE. Under the income-based repayment plan, they could see their payments increase to $145 per month, nearly six times the amount of what they're paying with SAVE. If that same individual made $60,000, their payments could more than double, rising from $109 to $312 per month.Without SAVE, you might not qualify for an income-driven repayment plan at all, Rubin noted. For example, in the above graph, a married individual with a combined household income of $120,000 and two dependents wouldn't be eligible for an IDR.Income recertification could also drive up your student loan paymentIf you're enrolled in any income-driven repayment plan, including SAVE, you might see your payments go up soon for another reason: income recertification.Why? Payments under all income-driven plans are based on your income and family size. Normally, you must recertify that information with your servicer each year to remain enrolled in your plan. However, income recertification for IDRs has been on hold since the start of the pandemic.Due to the SAVE plan forbearance, the Department of Education has pushed back the recertification deadline to Feb. 1, 2026, or later. If your income has gone up since 2020, be prepared for a potential change to your payments under any IDR plan.How to prepare for a bigger student loan paymentBorrowers in SAVE may not have owed any money on their student loans since March 2020 when the first federal forbearance period started. As SAVE makes its way through the courts, experts expect repayment to resume at the end of this year.Depending on your income and family size, that could mean fitting a sizable bill into your monthly budget. To prepare for that, Rubin recommends:Using the Department of Education's loan simulator to estimate the size of your monthly payment.Speaking with a trusted, nonprofit source, such as Edvisors or The Institute of Student Loan Advisors, for advice on applying for and choosing the best repayment plan for your financial circumstances.Talking to a student loan advisor and an accountant about potential tax strategies to lower your adjusted gross income (used to calculate payments in some cases).Reviewing your current finances to find places to cut or move costs (for instance,eliminating subscriptions, slowing other debt repayment, reducing savings contributions). More student loan advice:0 Comments ·0 Shares ·67 Views
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Watch FA Cup Soccer: Livestream Leyton Orient vs. Man City From Anywherewww.cnet.comSee at ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming ExpressVPN See at ExpressVPN See more details See at ESPN Watch the FA Cup in the US from $12 per month ESPN Plus See at ESPN See more details See at BBC Watch the FA Cup in the UK for free BBC See at BBC See more details See at SN Now Watch the FA Cup in Canada for CA$15 a month Sportsnet See at SN Now See more details See at Optus Watch the FA Cup in Australia from AU$7 a month Optus Sport See at Optus See more details Table of Contents Manchester City will be hoping to put last week's Premier League defeat to Arsenal behind them as they take on League One side Leyton Orient in this FA Cup fourth-round clash.City suffered a massive dent to their hopes of Champions League qualification after slumping to a 5-1 humiliation at the hands of the Gunners last Sunday, with manager Pep Guardiola likely to ring the changes for this clash.They face an Orient side that is having a solid season in League One. Currently sitting sixth in the table, The O's saw off Championship side Derby County in a 6-5 penalty shootout in the third-round to set up this entrusting tie.Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch the game live, wherever you are in the world. Nico Gonzalez could be involved for Man City today after completing his deadline day transfer from Porto. Jose Manuel Alvarez Rey/JAR Sport Images/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesLeyton Orient vs. Man City: When and where?Leyton Orient take on Manchester City in this FA Cup third-round match at Brisbane Road Stadium in east London onSaturday, Feb. 8. Kickoff is set for 12:15 p.m. GMT local time in the UK, which is 7:15 a.m. ET or 4:15 a.m. PT in the US and Canada, and11:15 p.m. AEDT in Australia. How to watch the Leyton Orient vs. Man City game online from anywhere using a VPNIf you find yourself unable to view EPL matches locally, you may need a different way to watch the games -- that's where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, and it's also a great idea if you're traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and you want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.With a VPN, you're able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. Most VPNs, like our Editors' Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you're streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions. James Martin/CNET 2024 Price $13 per month, $100 for the first 15 months (then $117 per year) or $140 for the first 28 months (then $150 per year)Latest Tests DNS leaks detected, 35% speed loss in 2025 testsNetwork 3,000 plus servers in 105 countriesJurisdiction British Virgin Islands ExpressVPN isour current best VPN pickfor people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It's normally $13 a month, but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100 you'll get three months free and save 49%. That's the equivalent of $6.67 a month.Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. 61% off with 2yr plan (+4 free months) See at ExpressVPN Livestream the Leyton Orient vs. Man City game in the USThis clash is streaming exclusively live in the US on ESPN Plus. Kickoff is at 7:15 a.m. ET on Saturday. ESPN Plus ESPN's standalone streaming service costs $12 a month or $120 for an annual subscription. With it, you'll be able to watch all of this season's FA Cup fixtures.Read our ESPN Plus review. See at ESPN Can I livestream the Leyton Orient vs. Man City game in the UK?The great news for footy fans in the UK is that free-to-air broadcasters the BBC and ITV are sharing live duties for this season's FA Cup, with this game being shown on BBC 1.Coverage begins at 12 p.m. GMT ahead of the 12:15 p.m. kickoff. BBC With the match being broadcast on BBC1, that also means you'll also be able to watch the game online for free via the network's on-demand streaming service, BBC iPlayer.With an app that's available for Android and Apple mobile devices, as well as a vast array of smart TVs and streaming boxes, all you need is a valid UK TV license to stream the game. See at BBC Livestream Leyton Orient vs. Man City in CanadaCanadian soccer fans looking to watch this FA Cup fixture can watch all the action live via Sportsnet. Sportsnet Sportsnet is available via most cable operators, but cord-cutters can subscribe to the network's standalone streaming service Sportsnet Plus instead, with prices starting at CA$25 per month or CA$200 per year. See at SN Now Livestream the Leyton Orient vs. Man City game in AustraliaFootball fans Down Under can watch FA Cup matches live on streaming service Optus Sport. Optus With exclusive rights to stream select FA Cup and all Premier League matches live this season, as well as German Bundesliga and Spanish La Liga games, streaming service Optus Sport is a particularly big draw for Aussie soccer fans.If you're already an Optus network customer, you can bag Optus Sport for a reduced price, with discounts bringing the price down to as low as AU$7 a month. If you're not, a standalone monthly subscription to the service starts at AU$25. See at Optus Quick tips for streaming the FA Cup using a VPNWith four variables at play -- your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN -- your experience and success when streaming FA Cup matches may vary.If you don't see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the "search for city or country" option.If you're having trouble getting the game after you've turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs -- like Roku -- don't have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you'll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you're using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network's sports app, you'll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you're using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommendBrave.0 Comments ·0 Shares ·79 Views
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