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  12.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has cut 90 percent of its employees]]></title>
  13.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has been reduced to a skeleton crew. The department, which was created to oversee banks and financial institutions, has cut about <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://apnews.com/article/donald-trump-doge-cfpb-elon-musk-456b747c367fccbcf3b74d2893cd1a35"><ins>1,500 jobs</ins></a>, leaving about 200 employees and reducing the agency by about 90 percent.</p>
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  15. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>SInce it was created in 2010, this department has pursued actions against financial and tech institutions accused of deceptive or abusive practices, with cases involving firms such as <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/2015-05-19-paypal-credit-abusive-15-million-cfpb.html"><ins>PayPal</ins></a> and <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/cybersecurity/cfpb-fines-block-175m-over-cash-apps-lax-fraud-controls-210749768.html"><ins>Block</ins></a>, which created Cash App. It was also slated to provide oversight of the providers of <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/the-us-consumer-financial-protection-bureau-will-now-regulate-apple-pay-venmo-and-others-132129928.html"><ins>digital wallets and payment apps</ins></a>.</p>
  16. <p>However, since the start of 2025, the CFPB has <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/cybersecurity/cfpb-drops-zelle-lawsuit-in-latest-reversal-under-trump-administration-204639032.html"><ins>abandoned</ins></a> multiple cases it had launched under President Joe Biden's administration. The Office of Management and Budget's Acting Director Russell Vought had signaled that the bureau's days may be numbered when he ordered all of its "supervision and examination activity" <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:7;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trumps-acting-cfpb-chief-halts-all-supervision-companies-2025-02-09/"><ins>to stop</ins></a> in February.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/the-consumer-financial-protection-bureau-has-cut-90-percent-of-its-employees-225239056.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  67.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The Pacific Rim prequel series has reportedly found a home at Amazon]]></title>
  68.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>A live-action <em>Pacific Rim </em>TV series is in-development at Amazon, <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/pacific-rim-tv-series-legendary-eric-heisserer-amazon-1236371706/">according to <em>Variety</em></a>. News of the project was first shared in 2024, when <em>Variety</em> reported that <em>Arrival </em>screenwriter Eric Heisserer was attached <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/tv-movies/a-pacific-rim-prequel-series-is-being-developed-by-the-scriptwriter-of-bird-box-110043597.html">to develop and write the show</a>.</p>
  69. <p>The new series will apparently be a prequel to Guillermo Del Toro's original <em>Pacific Rim</em>, a movie about Kaiju-fighting giant mechs and the humans that pilot them. Legendary, which produced <em>Pacific Rim</em>, is also backing the series alongside Amazon MGM. The studio appears to be using the same strategy with <em>Pacific Rim </em>that worked with its Godzilla-and-King-Kong-starring "MonsterVerse" franchise. <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/apples-monarch-legacy-of-monsters-trailer-pits-kurt-russell-against-godzilla-154145455.html"><em>Monarch: Legacy of Monsters </em></a>streamed on Apple TV+ in 2023, and acted as both a prequel and sequel to the "MonsterVerse" films.</p>
  70. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Heisserer has plenty of experience adapting existing material. His <em>Arrival </em>script converted an experimental second-person short story into a (relatively) thoughtful blockbuster, and his work on Netflix's <em>Shadow and Bone</em> found a clever way to interweave the first book in Leigh Bardugo's series with characters from a later duology. <em>Pacific Rim </em>seems a lot more straightforward in comparison.</p>
  71. <p>There's yet to be an official announcement from Amazon, or any dates for when we can expect the series to be available, but there has been quite a bit of new <em>Pacific Rim</em> material since the first film came out in 2013. The live-action sequel <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/2017-10-06-pacific-rim-uprising-trailer.html"><em>Pacific Rim Uprising</em></a><em>&nbsp;</em>was released in 2018 and Netflix put out its anime sequel, <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/2019-07-04-netflix-pacific-rim-anime-2020.html"><em>Pacific Rim: The Black</em></a><em>, </em>in 2021.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/tv-movies/the-pacific-rim-prequel-series-has-reportedly-found-a-home-at-amazon-213245776.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  125.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Select Sonos refurbished gear is 25 percent off through April 22]]></title>
  126.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Sonos is offering discounts on its refurbished gear just in time for Earth Day. Select purchases of the audio company's certified refurbished products are currently 25 percent off. That means you can pick up a pre-owned <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sonos;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=1e71dc69-0ad7-47e7-abf5-dc3926557fa3&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=a045cead-0dd7-4933-81e3-08e304ec7853&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Sonos&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zb25vcy5jb20vZW4tdXMvc2hvcC9hcmMtYi1zdG9jayIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiYTA0NWNlYWQtMGRkNy00OTMzLTgxZTMtMDhlMzA0ZWM3ODUzIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zb25vcy5jb20vZW4tdXMvc2hvcC9hcmMtYi1zdG9jayJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAcjVd6zJeyOTDK5jEDP5AAqROhVNybizcPB6_zWezapT&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sonos.com%2Fen-us%2Fshop%2Farc-b-stock" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/arc-b-stock"><ins>Arc soundbar</ins></a> for $599, or $120 less than the usual sticker price. The deal is running through April 22 or as long as supplies of the refurb items last, so if you're considering one of these revitalized audio products, it's probably best to act quickly. Here's the list of what's <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sonos;elmt:;cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=1e71dc69-0ad7-47e7-abf5-dc3926557fa3&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=a045cead-0dd7-4933-81e3-08e304ec7853&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Sonos&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zb25vcy5jb20vZW4tdXMvc2hvcC9wcm9tb3Rpb25hbC1vZmZlcnMiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImEwNDVjZWFkLTBkZDctNDkzMy04MWUzLTA4ZTMwNGVjNzg1MyIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc29ub3MuY29tL2VuLXVzL3Nob3AvcHJvbW90aW9uYWwtb2ZmZXJzIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAZ9WVQuwVyrYw1S7W9-gZhSV46LUHUhosuvThLERnWSY&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sonos.com%2Fen-us%2Fshop%2Fpromotional-offers" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/promotional-offers"><ins>currently available</ins></a>.</p>
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  129. <p>Right now, in addition to the Arc, the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sonos;elmt:;cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=1e71dc69-0ad7-47e7-abf5-dc3926557fa3&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=a045cead-0dd7-4933-81e3-08e304ec7853&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Sonos&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zb25vcy5jb20vZW4tdXMvc2hvcC9zdWItZzMtYi1zdG9jayIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiYTA0NWNlYWQtMGRkNy00OTMzLTgxZTMtMDhlMzA0ZWM3ODUzIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zb25vcy5jb20vZW4tdXMvc2hvcC9zdWItZzMtYi1zdG9jayJ9&amp;signature=AQAAATxYnQrrYcOP0VWxD00L9ee_jOhqeOw_JSJzVLJ-Dyrj&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sonos.com%2Fen-us%2Fshop%2Fsub-g3-b-stock" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/sub-g3-b-stock">Sub subwoofer</a> is $160 off and available for $479, or you can save $90 on the smaller <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sonos;elmt:;cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=1e71dc69-0ad7-47e7-abf5-dc3926557fa3&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=a045cead-0dd7-4933-81e3-08e304ec7853&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Sonos&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zb25vcy5jb20vZW4tdXMvc2hvcC9zdWItbWluaS1iLXN0b2NrIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJhMDQ1Y2VhZC0wZGQ3LTQ5MzMtODFlMy0wOGUzMDRlYzc4NTMiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnNvbm9zLmNvbS9lbi11cy9zaG9wL3N1Yi1taW5pLWItc3RvY2sifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAec7IhUGo1OYBMZYBd7DSgMLpLU3FSX5nquiJfRJ1cmI&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sonos.com%2Fen-us%2Fshop%2Fsub-mini-b-stock" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/sub-mini-b-stock">Sub Mini</a> for $259. <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sonos;elmt:;cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=1e71dc69-0ad7-47e7-abf5-dc3926557fa3&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=a045cead-0dd7-4933-81e3-08e304ec7853&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Sonos&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zb25vcy5jb20vZW4tdXMvc2hvcC9zb25vcy1hY2UtYi1zdG9jayIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiYTA0NWNlYWQtMGRkNy00OTMzLTgxZTMtMDhlMzA0ZWM3ODUzIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zb25vcy5jb20vZW4tdXMvc2hvcC9zb25vcy1hY2UtYi1zdG9jayJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAQIkxH0JRFPDD3fBZFAc8EZRbJpjl_s9rN_2P_UGaiiL&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sonos.com%2Fen-us%2Fshop%2Fsonos-ace-b-stock" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-b-stock">Ace headphones</a> are $269, which is a savings of $90. There are also versions of the Beam soundbar currently listed on the refurbished page. The newer <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sonos;elmt:;cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=1e71dc69-0ad7-47e7-abf5-dc3926557fa3&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=a045cead-0dd7-4933-81e3-08e304ec7853&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Sonos&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zb25vcy5jb20vZW4tdXMvc2hvcC9iZWFtLWcyLWItc3RvY2siLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImEwNDVjZWFkLTBkZDctNDkzMy04MWUzLTA4ZTMwNGVjNzg1MyIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc29ub3MuY29tL2VuLXVzL3Nob3AvYmVhbS1nMi1iLXN0b2NrIn0&amp;signature=AQAAASAlJvJSZU_KNEkr8C68Qk-G83WSZgbpaLMZYr0CzS2E&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sonos.com%2Fen-us%2Fshop%2Fbeam-g2-b-stock" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-g2-b-stock">Beam (Gen 2)</a> speaker costs $299 and the older <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sonos;elmt:;cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=1e71dc69-0ad7-47e7-abf5-dc3926557fa3&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=a045cead-0dd7-4933-81e3-08e304ec7853&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Sonos&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zb25vcy5jb20vZW4tdXMvc2hvcC9iZWFtLWItc3RvY2stc2hhZG93IiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJhMDQ1Y2VhZC0wZGQ3LTQ5MzMtODFlMy0wOGUzMDRlYzc4NTMiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnNvbm9zLmNvbS9lbi11cy9zaG9wL2JlYW0tYi1zdG9jay1zaGFkb3cifQ&amp;signature=AQAAASNktjw6mQOaithcJSixxXmhtenbPFRyjThqt8EmqJJZ&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sonos.com%2Fen-us%2Fshop%2Fbeam-b-stock-shadow" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/beam-b-stock-shadow">Beam (Gen 1)</a> costs $191, which is $100 and $128 off their usual prices.</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
  130. <p>Buying refurbished items is a great option for saving on major tech purchases while also keeping pre-owned products from going into landfills. We've got a <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:8;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/mobile/where-to-buy-refurbished-tech-140028700.html"><ins>complete guide</ins></a> on how to approach this sector, but in most cases, it's a chance for companies to find buyers for products that are like new that were returned. With this promotion, Sonos is upping the environmental impact by donating a portion of refurbished item sales to conservation nonprofits.</p>
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  179.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The best live TV streaming services to cut cable in 2025]]></title>
  180.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>After testing the major live TV streaming services and comparing what you get for the price, we still think it’s a better deal than paying for cable — but the gulf between the two options is narrowing. Now that many of the major providers go for more than $80 per month, it’s not the amazing deal it once was.<br><br>Still, live TV streaming plans have no contract, offer relatively simpler pricing and don’t need special equipment beyond a smart TV and an internet connection, which you likely already have. There are a handful of major players and, after testing them all, we found <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://tv.youtube.com/welcome/">YouTube TV</a> to be the most well-rounded. But other services have their advantages, too, depending on what you want to watch. So if you’re ready to join the cord-cutters out there, here are the best live TV streaming services according to our hands-on testing.</p>
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  183. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-best-live-tv-streaming-services-for-2025">Best live TV streaming services for 2025</a></p></li>
  184. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-best-free-live-tv-streaming-services-for-2025">Best free live TV streaming services for 2025</a></p></li>
  185. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-what-to-look-for-in-a-live-tv-streaming-service">What to look for in a live TV streaming service</a></p></li>
  186. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-how-we-tested">How we tested</a></p></li>
  187. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-live-tv-streaming-faqs">Live TV Streaming FAQs</a></p></li>
  188. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-recent-updates">Recent updates</a></p></li>
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  204. <h2 id="jump-link-best-free-live-tv-streaming-services-for-2025">Best free live TV streaming services for 2025</h2>
  205. <p>There are plenty of ways to get free TV these days. To start, many standard streaming apps have added live components to their lineups. You’re paying for the service, so it’s not technically “free,” but you can get a dose of live TV without spending more than necessary. Peacock includes some regional NBC stations, and notably access to the 2024 Summer <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/peacocks-2024-paris-olympics-coverage-includes-enhanced-multiview-options-190047120.html">Olympic Games</a>. Paramount+ subscribers can watch on-air CBS programming. The standard Hulu app has a live ABC news channel and Max <a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/a-live-cnn-streaming-channel-is-coming-to-max-in-september-141316706.html">now includes</a> a live CNN outlet with its service, along with cable-like <a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/streaming-is-just-tv-all-over-again-165115834.html">linear channels</a>.</p>
  206. <p>The smart TV operating system (OS) you use likely provides free live content too: Amazon’s Fire TV interface has a live tab and Roku’s built-in <a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=f3574a52-3bcf-4a37-83ee-65836ac78115&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Roku&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5yb2t1LmNvbS93aGF0cy1vbi90aGUtcm9rdS1jaGFubmVsIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI1MGViMzRkYi1jMGZjLTRiZmItYWI0MS0xY2JlOTdmYWZmZDgiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnJva3UuY29tL3doYXRzLW9uL3RoZS1yb2t1LWNoYW5uZWwifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAZBySIi8oQ7DlJJm5e8o1CC284MW-_AeB7ls29bMlyi6&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.roku.com%2Fwhats-on%2Fthe-roku-channel&amp;refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.engadget.com%2Fentertainment%2Fstreaming%2Fbest-live-tv-streaming-service-133000410.html&amp;uuid=bZ8vat5VNQqvKfbh64605&amp;amcid=amcid-18816049363b0p4">Roku Channel</a> includes hundreds of live channels at no extra cost. The same goes for <a data-i13n="cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://www.samsungtvplus.com/us/about">Samsung TV Plus</a>, which added <a data-i13n="cpos:14;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/samsungs-fast-tv-plus-service-is-going-all-in-on-k-dramas-203821372.html">a trove of K-dramas</a> to its free live and on-demand lineup in 2024. The PBS app offers local live streams of its channels — even <a data-i13n="cpos:15;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/nasa-is-launching-a-free-streaming-service-with-live-shows-and-original-series-150128180.html">NASA</a> has a free streaming service with live coverage.</p>
  207. <p>But for a full suite of live TV networks, and don’t want to sign up for <em>any</em> paid service, there are a number of free ad-supported TV services that have live TV. Even cable company DirecTV has joined the crowd with <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:DIRECTV;elmt:;cpos:16;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=fd7207b2-1b6a-4385-aa15-2f04784de078&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=DIRECTV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5kaXJlY3R2LmNvbS9teWZyZWUtZGlyZWN0di8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjUwZWIzNGRiLWMwZmMtNGJmYi1hYjQxLTFjYmU5N2ZhZmZkOCIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlyZWN0di5jb20vbXlmcmVlLWRpcmVjdHYvIn0&amp;signature=AQAAARy8jjkg4o0KOvGsOVsCPTp2QcB6OCmCTClKSNu70vND&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.directv.com%2Fmyfree-directv%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.directv.com/myfree-directv/">MyFree</a>, though we haven’t had a chance to test that one yet. Here's the best of what we tried:</p>
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  219. <h2 id="jump-link-what-to-look-for-in-a-live-tv-streaming-service">What to look for in a live TV streaming service</h2>
  220. <h3 id="jump-link-how-to-stream-live-tv"><strong>How to stream live TV</strong></h3>
  221. <p>Streaming live TV is a lot like using Netflix. You get access through apps on your phone, tablet, smart TV or <a data-i13n="cpos:18;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-streaming-devices-media-players-123021395.html">streaming device</a> and the signal arrives over the internet. A faster and more stable connection tends to give you a better experience. Most live TV apps require you to sign up and pay via a web browser. After that, you can activate the app on all of your devices.</p>
  222. <h3 id="jump-link-monthly-price"><strong>Monthly Price</strong></h3>
  223. <p>When I started testing these cord-cutting alternatives, I was struck by the price difference between live TV and a <a data-i13n="cpos:19;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-video-streaming-services-133000093.html">standard video streaming app</a>. Where the latter cost between $5 and $20 per month, most live TV services hit the $80 mark and can go higher than $200 with additional perks, channel packages and premium extras. The higher starting price is mostly due to the cost of providing multiple networks — particularly sports and local stations. And, in the past year or so, every service except Sling has raised base plan prices.</p>
  224. <h3 id="jump-link-local-channels"><strong>Local channels</strong></h3>
  225. <p>Only two of the services I tried don’t include full local channel coverage for subscribers and one of those makes no effort to carry sports at all. That would be Philo and, as you might guess, it’s the cheapest. The next most affordable option, Sling, only carries three local stations — and only in larger markets — but it still manages to include some of the top sports channels.</p>
  226. <p>When you sign up with any provider that handles local TV, you’ll enter your zip code, ensuring you get your area’s broadcast affiliates for ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC. Of course, you can also get those stations for free. Nearly all modern television sets support a radio frequency (RF) connection, also known as the coaxial port, which means if you buy an <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:20;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=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&amp;signature=AQAAAYFrBzybV7JrmQ6EI0-2SiNJpVRVKi5fSnmf_a2Xkzyj&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FAntenna-Outdoor-Reception-Supports-Channels%2Fdp%2FB0D9NZTGLF" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/Antenna-Outdoor-Reception-Supports-Channels/dp/B0D9NZTGLF">HD antenna</a>, you’ll receive locally broadcast stations like ABC, CBS, PBS, FOX and NBC. And since the signal is digital, reception is much improved over the staticky rabbit-ears era.</p>
  227. <h3 id="jump-link-live-sports-coverage"><strong>Live sports coverage</strong></h3>
  228. <p>One reality that spun my head was the sheer number and iterations of sports networks in existence. Trying to figure out which network will carry the match-up you want to see can be tricky. I found that Google makes it a little easier for sports fans by listing out <a data-i13n="cpos:21;pos:1" href="https://www.google.com/search?q=upcoming+nfl+games">upcoming games</a> (just swap in NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL and so on in the search bar). When you click an event, the “TV &amp; streaming” button will tell you which network is covering it.</p>
  229. <p>That just leaves figuring out if your chosen service carries the RSNs (regional sports networks) you want. Unfortunately, even with add-ons and extra packages, some providers simply don’t have certain channels in their lineups. It would take a lawyer to understand the ins and outs of <a data-i13n="cpos:22;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/disney-cuts-directv-customers-access-to-abc-espn-and-more-123047594.html">streaming rights negotiations</a>, and networks leave and return to live TV carriers all the time. That said, most major sporting events in the US are covered by ESPN, Fox Sports, TNT, USA and local affiliates.</p>
  230. <p>I should also point out that traditional streaming services have started adding live sports to their lineups. <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Peacock TV;elmt:;cpos:23;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=cbef8901-c2f3-4af7-b1b7-e2c3afcffd7a&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Peacock+TV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5wZWFjb2NrdHYuY29tLyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5wZWFjb2NrdHYuY29tLyJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAYnRVh_g_jgVhSp7LBrtJVkcMpZ3bn_n25jQbBiVS3P6&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.peacocktv.com%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.peacocktv.com/">Peacock</a> carries <a data-i13n="cpos:24;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/peacock-ui-update-183247828.html">live</a> Premier League matches, <a data-i13n="cpos:25;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/peacocks-nfl-wild-card-game-broke-streaming-records-103503762.html">Sunday Night Football</a> games and aired the 2024 <a data-i13n="cpos:26;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/peacocks-2024-paris-olympics-coverage-includes-enhanced-multiview-options-190047120.html">Olympic Games</a> from Paris. <a data-i13n="cpos:27;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/amazon-prime-x-ray-replays-thursday-night-football-173723667.html">Thursday Night Football</a> as well as <a data-i13n="cpos:28;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/nba-tv-rights-go-to-espn-nbc-and-amazon-as-tnt-is-rejected-230811550.html">NBA and WNBA games</a> are on Amazon Prime and <a data-i13n="cpos:29;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/netflix-will-stream-its-first-nfl-games-on-christmas-day-163407396.html">Christmas Day Football</a> aired on Netflix. Max (<a data-i13n="cpos:30;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/max-hbo-max-rebrand-analysis-194800553.html">formerly</a> HBO Max) now airs select, regular season games from the NHL, MLB, NCAA and NBA with a <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:HBO Max;elmt:;cpos:31;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=c7892fca-8328-4299-9c5b-59b5f841f383&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=HBO+Max&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5tYXguY29tL3Nwb3J0cyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5tYXguY29tL3Nwb3J0cyJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAQCZgn6baeynelQxEfT2qSrDKqg9h4OrJTFFtD2T_7Yp&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.max.com%2Fsports" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.max.com/sports">$10-per-month add-on</a>. You can watch <a data-i13n="cpos:32;pos:1" href="https://engadget.com/apple-tvs-mls-season-pass-subscriptions-have-doubled-since-messis-arrival-in-the-us-150221673.html">MLS games</a> with an add-on through the Apple TV app, and Apple TV+ includes some <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:33;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N1cHBvcnQuYXBwbGUuY29tL2VuLXVzLzExODU5MyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N1cHBvcnQuYXBwbGUuY29tL2VuLXVzLzExODU5MyJ9&amp;signature=AQAAASzl96DfdmeoIeLdx5R5oqzMqHKSBpGcyGdJ1JbrVQS0&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fsupport.apple.com%2Fen-us%2F118593" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://support.apple.com/en-us/118593">MLB games</a>. Roku users can watch the just-added <a data-i13n="cpos:34;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/roku-is-launching-the-roku-sports-channel-on-august-12-130041121.html">free sports channel</a> and those who subscribe to <a data-i13n="cpos:35;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=b0d3a482-802c-4eb1-9616-94f7490562f7&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Paramount+Plus&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5wYXJhbW91bnRwbHVzLmNvbS9jb2xsZWN0aW9ucy9zcG9ydHMtaHViLyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5wYXJhbW91bnRwbHVzLmNvbS9jb2xsZWN0aW9ucy9zcG9ydHMtaHViLyJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAVJdPRa4HXjHcuYt_3dGNw7WU26Xx_QP3oxJ6qthqRtD&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.paramountplus.com%2Fcollections%2Fsports-hub%2F&amp;refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.engadget.com%2Fentertainment%2Fstreaming%2Fbest-live-tv-streaming-service-133000410.html&amp;uuid=7B3AgkG1zEFmgIRd93983&amp;amcid=amcid-19181944778bwjt">Paramount Plus</a> can see many of the matches aired on CBS Sports, including live NFL games. This year, even the Super Bowl was live-streamed for free on <a data-i13n="cpos:36;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/tubi-will-livestream-the-2025-super-bowl-for-free-in-4k-232831563.html">Tubi</a>. While all of these alternatives may not cover as much ground as live TV streamers, they could end up being cheaper avenues to the sports you want.</p>
  231. <p>And if sports is all you’re after, there are sports-only plans that are a touch cheaper too. While the promised sports streaming service from ESPN, Fox and Warner Bros. called Venu was <a data-i13n="cpos:37;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/rip-to-the-entirely-hypothetical-streaming-service-venu-sports-180532990.html">cancelled</a> early this year, shortly after, DirecTV<a data-i13n="cpos:38;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/directv-is-launching-its-first-sports-only-subscription-144553549.html"> announced</a> a $70-per-month, sports-only streaming package called <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:streamtvdirectv;elmt:;cpos:39;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=23abf927-2e2d-407e-9b56-ba09999b12f8&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=streamtvdirectv&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N0cmVhbXR2LmRpcmVjdHYuY29tL3Nob3AvbXlzcG9ydHMtcGFja2FnZSIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N0cmVhbXR2LmRpcmVjdHYuY29tL3Nob3AvbXlzcG9ydHMtcGFja2FnZSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAXjti6GAhFFF36moSNnW2MpcpAu_Hg30blPD-Sc2EwZ7&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fstreamtv.directv.com%2Fshop%2Fmysports-package" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://streamtv.directv.com/shop/mysports-package">MySports</a> and Comcast now has a <a data-i13n="cpos:40;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/comcasts-sports-and-news-streaming-bundle-starts-at-70-monthly-203017976.html">sports and news bundle</a> for the same price (as long as you're an Xfinity customer with auto-pay, otherwise it's more expensive).</p>
  232. <h3 id="jump-link-traditional-cable-networks"><strong>Traditional cable networks</strong></h3>
  233. <p>Dozens of linear programming networks were once only available with cable TV, like Bravo, BET, Food Network, HGTV, CNN, Lifetime, SYFY and MTV. If you only subscribe to, say, Netflix or Apple TV+, you won’t have access to those. But as with sports, standard streamers are starting to incorporate this content into their offerings. After the Warner Bros. merger, Max incorporated some content from HGTV, Discovery and TLC. Peacock has Bravo and Hallmark shows, and Paramount+ has material from Nickelodeon, MTV and Comedy Central.</p>
  234. <p>Other channels like AMC+ have stand-alone apps. The <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Discovery+;elmt:;cpos:41;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=e3296106-c693-4525-ba0e-6b65767ea99e&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Discovery%2B&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5kaXNjb3ZlcnlwbHVzLmNvbS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjUwZWIzNGRiLWMwZmMtNGJmYi1hYjQxLTFjYmU5N2ZhZmZkOCIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlzY292ZXJ5cGx1cy5jb20vIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAXazZwOAuUzjiAAyIuqwqeh0wDkrnetJMWu8rK4iL_fI&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.discoveryplus.com%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.discoveryplus.com/">Discovery+</a> app gives you 15 channels ad-free for $9 per month (or with ads for $5 monthly). And a service called <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Frndly TV;elmt:;cpos:42;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=7b9bb3b3-1213-42b3-a8ff-5489551a532e&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Frndly+TV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3RyeS5mcm5kbHl0di5jb20vIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI1MGViMzRkYi1jMGZjLTRiZmItYWI0MS0xY2JlOTdmYWZmZDgiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vdHJ5LmZybmRseXR2LmNvbS8ifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAQKpOfgGIQeWLXowiNcsf3wA5UScImpEywueEVIJ0Q4Q&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Ftry.frndlytv.com%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://try.frndlytv.com/">Frndly TV</a> starts at a mere $7 per month and streams A&amp;E, Lifetime, Game Show Network, Outdoor Channel and about 35 others. Of course, most live TV streaming options will deliver more sizable lists of cable networks, but just note that you may already be paying for some of them — and if all you need is a certain channel, you could get it cheaper by subscribing directly.</p>
  235. <h3 id="jump-link-on-demand-streaming"><strong>On-demand streaming</strong></h3>
  236. <p>Most live TV subscriptions include access to a selection of video-on-demand (VOD) content, like you would get with a traditional streaming service. Much of this content is made up of the movies and TV series that have recently aired on your subscribed networks. This typically doesn’t cover live events and news programming, but I was able to watch specific episodes of ongoing shows like Top Chef or BET’s Diarra from Detroit. Just search the on-demand library for the program, pick an episode and hit play.</p>
  237. <p>Partnerships, like Hulu’s relationship with Disney, and add-ons, such as bundling Max with your YouTube TV subscription or Starz with your Sling plan, will let you watch even larger libraries of on-demand content. But again, if VOD is all you’re after, paying for those networks directly instead of through a live TV plan will be far cheaper.</p>
  238. <h3 id="jump-link-digital-video-recordings-dvr-limits"><strong>Digital video recordings (DVR) limits</strong></h3>
  239. <p>Every option I tried offers some cloud DVR storage without needing a separate physical device. You’ll either get unlimited storage for recordings that expires after nine months or a year, or you’ll get a set number of hours (between 50 and 1,000) that you can keep indefinitely. Typically, all you need to do is designate what ongoing TV series you want to record and the DVR component will do all the hard work of saving subsequent episodes for you to watch later. You can do the same thing with sports events.</p>
  240. <p>Aside from being able to watch whenever it’s most convenient, you can also fast-forward through commercials in recorded content. In contrast, you can’t skip them on live TV or VOD.</p>
  241. <h3 id="jump-link-simultaneous-streams-and-profiles-per-account"><strong>Simultaneous streams and profiles per account</strong></h3>
  242. <p>Each plan gives you a certain number of simultaneous streams, aka how many screens can play content at the same time. And while most providers will let you travel with your subscription, there are usually location restrictions that require you to sign in from your home IP address periodically. Stream allowances range from one at a time to unlimited screens (or as many as your ISP’s bandwidth can handle). Some plans require add-ons to get more screens.</p>
  243. <p>Most services also let you set up a few profiles so I was able to give different people in my family the ability to build their own watch histories and libraries, set their favorite channels and get individual recommendations.</p>
  244. <h3 id="jump-link-picture-in-picture-mode-and-multiview"><strong>Picture-in-picture mode and multiview</strong></h3>
  245. <p>Picture-in-picture (PiP) usually refers to shrinking a video window on a mobile device or computer browser so you can watch it while using other apps. Sling, YouTube TV, FuboTV, Philo, DirecTV Stream and Hulu + Live TV all have PiP modes on computers and mobile devices. Another feature, multiview, lets you view multiple live sports games at once on your TV screen. YouTube TV and FuboTV are the only live TV streamers that let you do this. With YouTube TV, you can select up to four views from a few preset selection of streams. FuboTV offers the same feature, but only if you're using an Apple TV or Roku streaming device.</p>
  246. <h3 id="jump-link-4k-live-streams"><strong>4K live streams</strong></h3>
  247. <p>Right now, just FuboTV, YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream offer 4K live streams — but with caveats. YouTube TV requires a <a data-i13n="cpos:43;pos:1" href="https://support.google.com/youtubetv/answer/10383365?hl=en&amp;co=GENIE.Platform%3DAndroid">$20-per-month add-on</a>, after which you’ll only be able to watch certain live content in 4K. DirecTV Stream has <a data-i13n="cpos:44;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=fd7207b2-1b6a-4385-aa15-2f04784de078&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=DIRECTV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5kaXJlY3R2LmNvbS9zdXBwb3J0L2FydGljbGUvMDAwMDkzNTEzIzp-OnRleHQ9TGl2ZSUyMDRLJTIwc3RyZWFtaW5nJTIwY2hhbm5lbHMlM0EsTElWRTRLMiklMjAlRTIlODAlOTMlMjBvY2Nhc2lvbmFsJTIwbGl2ZSUyMHNwb3J0aW5nJTIwZXZlbnRzIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI1MGViMzRkYi1jMGZjLTRiZmItYWI0MS0xY2JlOTdmYWZmZDgiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmRpcmVjdHYuY29tL3N1cHBvcnQvYXJ0aWNsZS8wMDAwOTM1MTMjOn46dGV4dD1MaXZlJTIwNEslMjBzdHJlYW1pbmclMjBjaGFubmVscyUzQSxMSVZFNEsyKSUyMCVFMiU4MCU5MyUyMG9jY2FzaW9uYWwlMjBsaXZlJTIwc3BvcnRpbmclMjBldmVudHMifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAfBOZeOCs_mDWZxqAtOv4p2bzWJin4372k1YbK5zuEsQ&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.directv.com%2Fsupport%2Farticle%2F000093513%23%3A%7E%3Atext%3DLive%25204K%2520streaming%2520channels%253A%2CLIVE4K2%29%2520%25E2%2580%2593%2520occasional%2520live%2520sporting%2520events&amp;refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.engadget.com%2Fentertainment%2Fstreaming%2Fbest-live-tv-streaming-service-133000410.html&amp;uuid=Q0o4SanNgVn6m64I97983&amp;amcid=amcid-19181944780h3tx">three channels</a> that show live 4K content — one with shows and original series, and two with occasional sporting events. You don’t have to pay extra for these but you do need to have either DirecTV’s Gemini receiver, or a device from Fire TV, Apple TV or Roku. You’ll need those same streaming devices to watch the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sling TV;elmt:;cpos:45;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=34c77505-6db4-4664-9320-2c38b4122d5e&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Sling+TV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zbGluZy5jb20vd2hhdHNvbi9zcG9ydHMvZ2VuZXJhbC1zcG9ydHMvbGl2ZS1zcG9ydHMtc2NoZWR1bGVzLXNsaW5nLXR2IzRrLXNwb3J0cy1vbi1zbGluZy0xIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI1MGViMzRkYi1jMGZjLTRiZmItYWI0MS0xY2JlOTdmYWZmZDgiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnNsaW5nLmNvbS93aGF0c29uL3Nwb3J0cy9nZW5lcmFsLXNwb3J0cy9saXZlLXNwb3J0cy1zY2hlZHVsZXMtc2xpbmctdHYjNGstc3BvcnRzLW9uLXNsaW5nLTEifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAVY_dHhP9i0fmVsymYxGHTamd7M9wBxJv4tOkBNiDZc7&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sling.com%2Fwhatson%2Fsports%2Fgeneral-sports%2Flive-sports-schedules-sling-tv%234k-sports-on-sling-1" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.sling.com/whatson/sports/general-sports/live-sports-schedules-sling-tv#4k-sports-on-sling-1">select 4K programming</a> on Sling as well. FuboTV shows <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:FuboTV;elmt:;cpos:46;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=9a941868-c063-4b44-9207-896f1fb5891e&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=FuboTV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N1cHBvcnQuZnViby50di9oYy9lbi11cy9hcnRpY2xlcy8zNjAwMTE0ODMwMTEtV2hhdC1ldmVudHMtaW4tNEstSERSLWFyZS1jb21pbmctdXAtb24tRnVibyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N1cHBvcnQuZnViby50di9oYy9lbi11cy9hcnRpY2xlcy8zNjAwMTE0ODMwMTEtV2hhdC1ldmVudHMtaW4tNEstSERSLWFyZS1jb21pbmctdXAtb24tRnVibyJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAdyaCYkoejpZKzL8_nB7PYkC6nB5m7Kg10_zjLAK7Ig-&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fsupport.fubo.tv%2Fhc%2Fen-us%2Farticles%2F360011483011-What-events-in-4K-HDR-are-coming-up-on-Fubo" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://support.fubo.tv/hc/en-us/articles/360011483011-What-events-in-4K-HDR-are-coming-up-on-Fubo">certain live events</a> in 4K but access is limited to the Elite and Premier packages, not the base-level Pro plan.</p>
  248. <p>Of course, watching any 4K content also requires equipment that can handle it: a 4K smart TV or 4K streaming device paired with a cord and screen that can handle 4K resolution.</p>
  249. <h3 id="jump-link-tiers-packages-and-add-ons"><strong>Tiers, packages and add-ons</strong></h3>
  250. <p>Comparing price-to-offering ratios is a task for a spreadsheet. I… made three. The base plans range from $28 to $85 per month. From there, you can add packages, which are usually groups of live TV channels bundled by themes like news, sports, entertainment or international content. Premium VOD extras like Max, AMC+ and Starz are also available. Add-ons cost an extra $5 to $20 each per month and simply show up in the guide where you find the rest of your live TV. This is where streaming can quickly get expensive, pushing an $80 subscription to $200 monthly, depending on what you choose.</p>
  251. <h3 id="jump-link-how-to-stream-live-tv-for-free"><strong>How to stream live TV for free</strong></h3>
  252. <p>I also downloaded and tried out a few apps that offer free ad-supported TV (<a data-i13n="cpos:47;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/youtube-is-testing-a-hub-of-free-cable-style-channels-192518784.html">FAST</a>) including <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:48;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2dwL3ZpZGVvL3NwbGFzaC9mcmVldmVlX2ZpbmR1cz90YWc9Z2RndDBjLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI1MGViMzRkYi1jMGZjLTRiZmItYWI0MS0xY2JlOTdmYWZmZDgiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmFtYXpvbi5jb20vZ3AvdmlkZW8vc3BsYXNoL2ZyZWV2ZWVfZmluZHVzIiwiZHluYW1pY0NlbnRyYWxUcmFja2luZ0lkIjp0cnVlLCJzaXRlSWQiOiJ1cy1lbmdhZGdldCIsInBhZ2VJZCI6IjFwLWF1dG9saW5rIiwiZmVhdHVyZUlkIjoidGV4dC1saW5rIn0&amp;signature=AQAAARSjkmnkz3GBqaCsuITtxGWZbLEL7-4c9Dq2bCDEJlxS&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fsplash%2Ffreevee_findus" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/splash/freevee_findus">Freevee</a>, <a data-i13n="cpos:49;pos:1" href="https://tubitv.com/">Tubi</a>, <a data-i13n="cpos:50;pos:1" href="https://pluto.tv/welcome">PlutoTV</a> and <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sling TV;elmt:;cpos:51;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=34c77505-6db4-4664-9320-2c38b4122d5e&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Sling+TV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zbGluZy5jb20vZnJlZXN0cmVhbSIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zbGluZy5jb20vZnJlZXN0cmVhbSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAaPq6YMd5yy0gvP1qP9zpcespJW1yApZRTBDFv6_MD1C&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sling.com%2Ffreestream" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.sling.com/freestream">Sling Freestream</a>. These let you drop in and watch a more limited selection of live networks at zero cost. Most don’t even require an email address, let alone a credit card. And if you have a Roku device, an Amazon Fire TV or Stick, a Samsung TV, a Chromecast device or a Google TV, you already have access to hundreds of live channels via the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Roku;elmt:;cpos:52;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=f3574a52-3bcf-4a37-83ee-65836ac78115&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Roku&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5yb2t1LmNvbS93aGF0cy1vbi90aGUtcm9rdS1jaGFubmVsIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI1MGViMzRkYi1jMGZjLTRiZmItYWI0MS0xY2JlOTdmYWZmZDgiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnJva3UuY29tL3doYXRzLW9uL3RoZS1yb2t1LWNoYW5uZWwifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAZBySIi8oQ7DlJJm5e8o1CC284MW-_AeB7ls29bMlyi6&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.roku.com%2Fwhats-on%2Fthe-roku-channel" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.roku.com/whats-on/the-roku-channel">Roku Channel</a>, the live tab in Fire TV, through the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Samsung Electronics;elmt:;cpos:53;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=f85e63cd-e13c-4f9d-991c-9fbaadede3ac&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Samsung+Electronics&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zYW1zdW5nLmNvbS91cy90ZWxldmlzaW9ucy1ob21lLXRoZWF0ZXIvdHZzL3R2cGx1cy8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjUwZWIzNGRiLWMwZmMtNGJmYi1hYjQxLTFjYmU5N2ZhZmZkOCIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc2Ftc3VuZy5jb20vdXMvdGVsZXZpc2lvbnMtaG9tZS10aGVhdGVyL3R2cy90dnBsdXMvIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAQTq3W71bZeSplBcUeq6-nXwpHNBmbk8CAOnHFEdZbVP&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.samsung.com%2Fus%2Ftelevisions-home-theater%2Ftvs%2Ftvplus%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.samsung.com/us/televisions-home-theater/tvs/tvplus/">Samsung TV Plus</a> app or through <a data-i13n="cpos:54;pos:1" href="https://tv.google/">Google TV</a>.</p>
  253. <p><a href="#jump-link-table-of-contents">Back to top</a></p>
  254. <h2 id="jump-link-how-we-tested">How we tested</h2>
  255. <p>When I begin testing for a guide, I research the most popular and well-reviewed players in the category and narrow down which are worth trying. For the paid plans, just six services dominate so I tried them all. There are considerably more free live TV contenders so I tested the four most popular. After getting accounts set up using my laptop, I downloaded the apps on a Samsung smart TV running the latest version of Tizen OS. I counted the local stations and regional sports coverage, and noted how many of the <a data-i13n="cpos:56;pos:1" href="https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/most-watched-channels-2024-tv-network-ratings-1236259845/">top cable networks</a> were available. I then weighed the prices, base packages and available add-ons.</p>
  256. <p>I then looked at how the programming was organized in each app’s UI and judged how easy everything was to navigate, from the top navigation to the settings. To test the search function, I searched for the same few TV shows on BET, Food Network, HGTV and Comedy Central, since all six providers carry those channels. I noted how helpful the searches were and how quickly they got me to season 6, episode 13 of <em>Home Town</em>.</p>
  257. <p>I used DVR to record entire series and single movies and watched VOD shows, making sure to test the pause and scan functions. On each service with sports, I searched for the same four upcoming NHL, NBA, MLS and NCAA basketball matches and used the record option to save the games and play them back a day or two later. Finally, I noted any extra perks or irritating quirks.</p>
  258. <p><strong>All live TV streaming services we’ve tested:</strong></p>
  259. <ul>
  260. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:57;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=b250d7a0-0e4e-4332-bc87-bf6e669b0564&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Philo&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiJiMjUwZDdhMC0wZTRlLTQzMzItYmM4Ny1iZjZlNjY5YjA1NjQiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cucGhpbG8uY29tL2xvZ2luL3N1YnNjcmliZSIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4In0&amp;signature=AQAAAabIVZR19dFPFnrkXwC-HZhqdthhzjQEXtk-uUzjcKrv&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.philo.com%2Flogin%2Fsubscribe">Philo</a></p></li>
  261. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:58;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=34c77505-6db4-4664-9320-2c38b4122d5e&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Sling+TV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiIzNGM3NzUwNS02ZGI0LTQ2NjQtOTMyMC0yYzM4YjQxMjJkNWUiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc2xpbmcuY29tLyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4In0&amp;signature=AQAAAQuX1x-8Li1Y3BleLw5tlSNrUlv0th9PPvhRuDrLsSQD&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sling.com%2F">Sling</a></p></li>
  262. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:59;pos:1" href="https://tv.youtube.com/welcome/">YouTube TV</a></p></li>
  263. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:60;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=ca19dea0-e7ad-4f54-beed-6302bce56589&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Hulu&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiJjYTE5ZGVhMC1lN2FkLTRmNTQtYmVlZC02MzAyYmNlNTY1ODkiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaHVsdS5jb20vbGl2ZS10diIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4In0&amp;signature=AQAAASOsz4gSX7PSfobz14RykoXuU9OPnxuKEPPXAKT0mdHs&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hulu.com%2Flive-tv">Hulu + Live TV</a></p></li>
  264. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:61;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=fd7207b2-1b6a-4385-aa15-2f04784de078&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=DIRECTV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiJmZDcyMDdiMi0xYjZhLTQzODUtYWExNS0yZjA0Nzg0ZGUwNzgiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlyZWN0di5jb20vc3RyZWFtLyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4In0&amp;signature=AQAAAZCwHkjcdTHbgJbx0h8bZZ50xk2YCKyUPzrRoo-1iCLq&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.directv.com%2Fstream%2F">DirecTV Stream</a></p></li>
  265. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:62;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=9a941868-c063-4b44-9207-896f1fb5891e&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=FuboTV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI5YTk0MTg2OC1jMDYzLTRiNDQtOTIwNy04OTZmMWZiNTg5MWUiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cDovL3d3dy5mdWJvLnR2L3dlbGNvbWU_aXJhZD0zNDM3NDcmaXJtcD0yNTM2MjE3JnBhcnRuZXJwcm9wZXJ0eWlkPTMxNDI4MjMmc3ViSWQzPXhpZDpmcjE2NzQyNTQ5ODIwMDhiaGIiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjUwZWIzNGRiLWMwZmMtNGJmYi1hYjQxLTFjYmU5N2ZhZmZkOCJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAbfV5QVpXnp6Zv4vvSRE-0I6_ukuICBOH21I_DjeUyw3&amp;gcReferrer=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fubo.tv%2Fwelcome%3Firad%3D343747%26irmp%3D2536217%26partnerpropertyid%3D3142823%26subId3%3Dxid%3Afr1674254982008bhb">FuboTV</a></p></li>
  266. <li><p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:63;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2dwL3ZpZGVvL3NwbGFzaC9mcmVldmVlX2ZpbmR1cz90YWc9Z2RndDBjLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI1MGViMzRkYi1jMGZjLTRiZmItYWI0MS0xY2JlOTdmYWZmZDgiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmFtYXpvbi5jb20vZ3AvdmlkZW8vc3BsYXNoL2ZyZWV2ZWVfZmluZHVzIiwiZHluYW1pY0NlbnRyYWxUcmFja2luZ0lkIjp0cnVlLCJzaXRlSWQiOiJ1cy1lbmdhZGdldCIsInBhZ2VJZCI6IjFwLWF1dG9saW5rIiwiZmVhdHVyZUlkIjoidGV4dC1saW5rIn0&amp;signature=AQAAARSjkmnkz3GBqaCsuITtxGWZbLEL7-4c9Dq2bCDEJlxS&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fsplash%2Ffreevee_findus" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/splash/freevee_findus">Freevee</a></p></li>
  267. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:64;pos:1" href="https://tubitv.com/">Tubi</a></p></li>
  268. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:65;pos:1" href="https://pluto.tv/">PlutoTV</a></p></li>
  269. <li><p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sling TV;elmt:;cpos:66;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=34c77505-6db4-4664-9320-2c38b4122d5e&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Sling+TV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zbGluZy5jb20vZnJlZXN0cmVhbSIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zbGluZy5jb20vZnJlZXN0cmVhbSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAaPq6YMd5yy0gvP1qP9zpcespJW1yApZRTBDFv6_MD1C&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sling.com%2Ffreestream" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.sling.com/freestream">Sling Freestream</a></p></li>
  270. <li><p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:plex;elmt:;cpos:67;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=5cf66e44-0330-4ae6-8b44-6d2fe8acb745&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=50eb34db-c0fc-4bfb-ab41-1cbe97faffd8&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=plex&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5wbGV4LnR2LyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5wbGV4LnR2LyJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAVcKd0GG7zVeIuEUnsKd-HnQnCkpp00kxCBCH_iipIUl&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.plex.tv%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.plex.tv/">Plex</a></p></li>
  271. </ul>
  272. <p><a href="#jump-link-table-of-contents">Back to top</a></p>
  273. <h2 id="jump-link-live-tv-streaming-faqs">Live TV Streaming FAQs</h2>
  274. <h3 id="jump-link-what-is-live-streaming"><strong>What is live streaming?</strong></h3>
  275. <p>Streaming simply refers to video content that is delivered to your screen over the internet. <em>Live</em> streaming can be split into two categories: linear programming and simultaneous transmission. That first one is similar to what you get with cable or broadcast TV, with channels that play a constant flow of movies and shows (sort of what TV looked like before Netflix). Simultaneous streaming lets you watch live events (like a basketball game) or a program (like the evening news) as they happen.</p>
  276. <h3 id="jump-link-what-is-the-difference-between-streaming-and-live-streaming"><strong>What is the difference between streaming and live streaming?</strong></h3>
  277. <p>Standard streaming, the most popular example being Netflix, lets you pick what you want to watch from a menu of choices. It’s also referred to as “video on demand.” Live streaming refers to sports and news events that you can stream as they happen in real time. It also refers to channels that show a continuous, linear flow of programming.</p>
  278. <h3 id="jump-link-what-streaming-service-is-best-for-live-tv"><strong>What streaming service is best for live TV?</strong></h3>
  279. <p>FuboTV does the best job of letting you organize live channels to help you find just what you want to watch. The interface is uncluttered and when you search for something, the UI clearly tells you whether something is live now or on-demand. YouTube TV also does a good job making that info clear. Both have just over 100 live channels on offer.</p>
  280. <h3 id="jump-link-what-is-the-most-cost-effective-tv-streaming-service"><strong>What is the most cost effective TV streaming service?</strong></h3>
  281. <p>Free TV streaming services like PlutoTV, Plex, Tubi and FreeVee show plenty of ad-supported TV shows and movies without charging you anything. Of course, they won’t have the same channels or content that more premium subscriptions have. Ultimately it depends on what you want to watch and finding the service that can supply that to you in the most streamlined form so you’re not paying for stuff you don’t need.</p>
  282. <h3 id="jump-link-is-it-cheaper-to-have-cable-or-streaming"><strong>Is it cheaper to have cable or streaming?</strong></h3>
  283. <p>A basic cable package used to be more expensive than the base-level live TV streaming service. But now that nearly all major providers have raised their prices to over $75 per month, that’s no longer the case. And with add-ons and other premiums, you can easily pay over $200 a month for either cable or a live TV streaming service.</p>
  284. <h3 id="jump-link-what-streaming-service-has-all-the-tv-channels"><strong>What streaming service has all the TV channels?</strong></h3>
  285. <p>No service that we tested had every available channel. Hulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream carry the the highest number of the top rated channels, <a data-i13n="cpos:69;pos:1" href="https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/most-watched-channels-2024-tv-network-ratings-1236259845/">according to Neilsen</a>. Hulu’s service also gets you Disney+ fare, which you can’t get elsewhere. FuboTV has the most sports channels and YouTube TV gives you the widest selection of add-ons.</p>
  286. <h3 id="jump-link-what-is-the-most-popular-live-tv-streaming-platform"><strong>What is the most popular live TV streaming platform?</strong></h3>
  287. <p>YouTube TV has the most paying customers. According to 2024's <a data-i13n="cpos:70;pos:1" href="https://blog.youtube/inside-youtube/2024-letter-from-neal/">letter</a> from the CEO, the service has over eight million subscribers. Disney’s 2024 third quarter <a data-i13n="cpos:71;pos:1" href="https://deadline.com/2024/11/disney-earnings-inside-out-2-deadpool-wolverine-disney-hulu-streaming-theme-parks-1236176347/">earnings</a> put the Hulu + Live TV viewer count at 4.6 million. Sling’s <a data-i13n="cpos:72;pos:1" href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sling-tv-slips-below-2-135658433.html">customer count dipped</a> from two million to about 1.9 million in 2024 and FuboTV grew its subscriber list to <a data-i13n="cpos:73;pos:1" href="https://ir.fubo.tv/news/news-details/2024/Fubo-Closed-Q3-2024-With-21-Year-over-Year-Revenue-Growth-and-1.613M-Subscribers-in-North-America/default.aspx">1.6 million</a>.</p>
  288. <h3 id="jump-link-how-safe-are-free-streaming-services-and-websites"><strong>How safe are free streaming services and websites?</strong></h3>
  289. <p>You may have heard certain sites that provide free content can be dangerous, leading to stolen info and/or exposing you to malware. That’s likely in reference to certain peer-to-peer (P2P) networks and file-sharing sites that let people download free movies and series — which can come bundled with malicious code.</p>
  290. <p>But if you’re talking about the free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) services listed here, from providers like PlutoTV, Tubi and Freevee, they are just as safe as any other streaming service. Since you sometimes don’t even have to provide your email address or credit card info, they can even be more anonymous than apps that require login credentials.</p>
  291. <p><a href="#jump-link-table-of-contents">Back to top</a></p>
  292. <h2 id="jump-link-recent-updates"><strong>Recent updates</strong></h2>
  293. <p><strong>January 31, 2025</strong>: Added information about which streaming service would live-stream the Super Bowl, including Tubi’s free option. Updated Fubo’s pricing. Added details about DirectTV Stream’s sports-only package and Comcast’s sports and news bundle.</p>
  294. <p><strong>January 16, 2025</strong>: Included higher prices for Sling’s Orange and Blue plans. Noted the demise of the never-launched Venu sports streaming service and mentioned the inclusion of DirecTV’s new sports package.</p>
  295. <p><strong>December 31, 2024</strong>: Noted increased pricing for YouTube TV, Hulu+ Live TV and DirecTV. Updated information for 4K streaming capabilities and requirements for multiple services. Reported on the upcoming shut down of Amazon’s Freevee service and the addition of DirecTV’s free service.</p>
  296. <p><strong>August 6, 2024</strong>: Updated with the addition of Plex as a free live TV streaming recommendation and mentioned the additional free channels Philo is now including with the free version of its service. Added pricing information for ESPN's new sports-only streaming service, Venu.&nbsp;</p>
  297. <p><strong>June 12, 2024</strong>: Updated with more information about 4K live streaming, picture-in-picture and multiview modes, as well as video on-demand options. We expanded our recommendations around free live TV streaming services and added a FAQ query about the safety of free streaming services and clarified the difference between standard and live streaming. More traditional streaming services have added live and sports components, so we revised that section accordingly.</p>
  298. <p><a href="#jump-link-table-of-contents">Back to top</a></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/best-live-tv-streaming-service-133000410.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  346.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The Xbox Spring Sale is live]]></title>
  347.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Xbox's <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Microsoft;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=67071605-d4df-494e-8d9c-c9c236b8bb38&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=2ed18c9e-8d48-4fa6-a51d-26e62b5080de&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Microsoft&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9nYW1lcy9icm93c2Uvc3ByaW5nLXNhbGUiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjJlZDE4YzllLThkNDgtNGZhNi1hNTFkLTI2ZTYyYjUwODBkZSIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cueGJveC5jb20vZW4tVVMvZ2FtZXMvYnJvd3NlL3NwcmluZy1zYWxlIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAdy1Nr5qfeJhS7-iQDnE5LSFRaE14-FkIG3-DCrJMcOa&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fen-US%2Fgames%2Fbrowse%2Fspring-sale" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/browse/spring-sale">Spring Sale</a> is live, with big discounts on old and new classics and plenty of forgotten gems. But the deals aren't limited to Xbox console games; there's plenty on tap for PC, too. (You can filter by platform under the "Play with" option in the sidebar.)</p>
  348. <p>Some of the standouts in the Xbox sale include 75 percent off <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Microsoft;elmt:;cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=67071605-d4df-494e-8d9c-c9c236b8bb38&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=2ed18c9e-8d48-4fa6-a51d-26e62b5080de&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Microsoft&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9nYW1lcy9zdG9yZS9yZWQtZGVhZC1yZWRlbXB0aW9uLTIvOU4yWkRON05XUUtWLzAwMTAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjJlZDE4YzllLThkNDgtNGZhNi1hNTFkLTI2ZTYyYjUwODBkZSIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cueGJveC5jb20vZW4tVVMvZ2FtZXMvc3RvcmUvcmVkLWRlYWQtcmVkZW1wdGlvbi0yLzlOMlpETjdOV1FLVi8wMDEwIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAblh4YDZ11prKsyyegrhuowxbbyryr1zGFjt9Qwk7BoO&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fen-US%2Fgames%2Fstore%2Fred-dead-redemption-2%2F9N2ZDN7NWQKV%2F0010" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/red-dead-redemption-2/9N2ZDN7NWQKV/0010"><em>Red Dead Redemption 2</em></a> (a mere $15 for the 2018 masterpiece), <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Microsoft;elmt:;cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=67071605-d4df-494e-8d9c-c9c236b8bb38&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=2ed18c9e-8d48-4fa6-a51d-26e62b5080de&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Microsoft&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9nYW1lcy9zdG9yZS9lbGRlbi1yaW5nLzlQM0ozMkNUWExSWi8wMDEwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIyZWQxOGM5ZS04ZDQ4LTRmYTYtYTUxZC0yNmU2MmI1MDgwZGUiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lnhib3guY29tL2VuLVVTL2dhbWVzL3N0b3JlL2VsZGVuLXJpbmcvOVAzSjMyQ1RYTFJaLzAwMTAifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAedY43-DC8uO8TEFBFR75nqUzqhplW5YxPutnqfKULxM&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fen-US%2Fgames%2Fstore%2Felden-ring%2F9P3J32CTXLRZ%2F0010" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/elden-ring/9P3J32CTXLRZ/0010"><em>Elden Ring</em></a> ($36) and 20 percent off <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Microsoft;elmt:;cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=67071605-d4df-494e-8d9c-c9c236b8bb38&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=2ed18c9e-8d48-4fa6-a51d-26e62b5080de&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Microsoft&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9nYW1lcy9zdG9yZS9iYWxkdXJzLWdhdGUtMy85TkQ1OExRVEcwOVQvMDAxMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiMmVkMThjOWUtOGQ0OC00ZmE2LWE1MWQtMjZlNjJiNTA4MGRlIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9nYW1lcy9zdG9yZS9iYWxkdXJzLWdhdGUtMy85TkQ1OExRVEcwOVQvMDAxMCJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAeiGyjt3l20Kw9Xj980CS56WLqytVhEDhyQ146AucnXn&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fen-US%2Fgames%2Fstore%2Fbaldurs-gate-3%2F9ND58LQTG09T%2F0010" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/baldurs-gate-3/9ND58LQTG09T/0010"><em>Baldur's Gate 3</em></a> ($56). Also available are <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/subnautica/BX3S1Q5DVHRD/0001"><em>Subnautica</em></a> ($9.89), the feline adventure <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/stray/9NMPDQ2NRX34/0010"><em>Stray</em></a> ($18) and <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Microsoft;elmt:;cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=67071605-d4df-494e-8d9c-c9c236b8bb38&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=2ed18c9e-8d48-4fa6-a51d-26e62b5080de&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Microsoft&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9nYW1lcy9zdG9yZS9hbGFuLXdha2UtMi1kZWx1eGUtZWRpdGlvbi85TlA0MlJHN0xCR0wvMDAxMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiMmVkMThjOWUtOGQ0OC00ZmE2LWE1MWQtMjZlNjJiNTA4MGRlIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9nYW1lcy9zdG9yZS9hbGFuLXdha2UtMi1kZWx1eGUtZWRpdGlvbi85TlA0MlJHN0xCR0wvMDAxMCJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAYeHX1JPTizPFry4AADIQUwMnMjeP7gQNEpdVl4q0YOj&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fen-US%2Fgames%2Fstore%2Falan-wake-2-deluxe-edition%2F9NP42RG7LBGL%2F0010" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/alan-wake-2-deluxe-edition/9NP42RG7LBGL/0010"><em>Alan Wake 2 Deluxe Edition</em></a> ($40).</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
  349. <p>If you're one of the two gamers who don't already own it, you can even snag <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Microsoft;elmt:;cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=67071605-d4df-494e-8d9c-c9c236b8bb38&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=2ed18c9e-8d48-4fa6-a51d-26e62b5080de&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Microsoft&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9nYW1lcy9zdG9yZS9ncmFuZC10aGVmdC1hdXRvLXYteGJveC1zZXJpZXMteHMvOU5YTUJUQjAyWlNGLzAwMTAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjJlZDE4YzllLThkNDgtNGZhNi1hNTFkLTI2ZTYyYjUwODBkZSIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cueGJveC5jb20vZW4tVVMvZ2FtZXMvc3RvcmUvZ3JhbmQtdGhlZnQtYXV0by12LXhib3gtc2VyaWVzLXhzLzlOWE1CVEIwMlpTRi8wMDEwIn0&amp;signature=AQAAATAHoY7Yy8geVi2cpxN2mMNALxEXgxm5Um6ZVZe1pjqL&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fen-US%2Fgames%2Fstore%2Fgrand-theft-auto-v-xbox-series-xs%2F9NXMBTB02ZSF%2F0010" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/grand-theft-auto-v-xbox-series-xs/9NXMBTB02ZSF/0010"><em>Grand Theft Auto V</em></a> for a mere $20. (Even if you have the 2013 mega-hit on another platform, this is the enhanced version for Xbox Series X/S.)</p>
  350. <figure>
  351. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/d9e5c100-1bbc-11f0-befc-7f9d274fe340" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/d9e5c100-1bbc-11f0-befc-7f9d274fe340" style="height:1080px;width:1920px;" alt="Gameplay screen from Cuphead" data-uuid="aa21521b-e508-34c1-ab25-9697dc1bd957">
  352. <figcaption>
  353.  <em>Cuphead</em>
  354. </figcaption>
  355. <div class="photo-credit">
  356.  StudioMDHR
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  358. </figure>
  359. <p>A few more worth checking out include the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Microsoft;elmt:;cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=67071605-d4df-494e-8d9c-c9c236b8bb38&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=2ed18c9e-8d48-4fa6-a51d-26e62b5080de&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Microsoft&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9nYW1lcy9zdG9yZS9jdXBoZWFkLXRoZS1kZWxpY2lvdXMtbGFzdC1jb3Vyc2UvOU5CMDExNUM5V05NLzAwMTAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjJlZDE4YzllLThkNDgtNGZhNi1hNTFkLTI2ZTYyYjUwODBkZSIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cueGJveC5jb20vZW4tVVMvZ2FtZXMvc3RvcmUvY3VwaGVhZC10aGUtZGVsaWNpb3VzLWxhc3QtY291cnNlLzlOQjAxMTVDOVdOTS8wMDEwIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAe-CVicx6q_AvzwZvwvz-Oipoyke-r2XGIpGhy0PBjSL&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fen-US%2Fgames%2Fstore%2Fcuphead-the-delicious-last-course%2F9NB0115C9WNM%2F0010" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/cuphead-the-delicious-last-course/9NB0115C9WNM/0010"><em>Cuphead &amp; The Delicious Last Course</em></a> bundle ($18.89), <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Microsoft;elmt:;cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=67071605-d4df-494e-8d9c-c9c236b8bb38&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=2ed18c9e-8d48-4fa6-a51d-26e62b5080de&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Microsoft&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9nYW1lcy9zdG9yZS9ib3JkZXJsYW5kcy0zL0MzNE5CMEYxQjVXUS8wMDAxIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIyZWQxOGM5ZS04ZDQ4LTRmYTYtYTUxZC0yNmU2MmI1MDgwZGUiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lnhib3guY29tL2VuLVVTL2dhbWVzL3N0b3JlL2JvcmRlcmxhbmRzLTMvQzM0TkIwRjFCNVdRLzAwMDEifQ&amp;signature=AQAAARPmF9qCwFL1nqKMeXfuP9qUY1D3W4YPobgrMt_oxo3V&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fen-US%2Fgames%2Fstore%2Fborderlands-3%2FC34NB0F1B5WQ%2F0001" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/borderlands-3/C34NB0F1B5WQ/0001"><em>Borderlands 3</em></a> ($6), <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Microsoft;elmt:;cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=67071605-d4df-494e-8d9c-c9c236b8bb38&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=2ed18c9e-8d48-4fa6-a51d-26e62b5080de&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Microsoft&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9nYW1lcy9zdG9yZS9ob2d3YXJ0cy1sZWdhY3ktZGlnaXRhbC1kZWx1eGUtZWRpdGlvbi85TVcxMEdYMTQwTjEvMDAxMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiMmVkMThjOWUtOGQ0OC00ZmE2LWE1MWQtMjZlNjJiNTA4MGRlIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9nYW1lcy9zdG9yZS9ob2d3YXJ0cy1sZWdhY3ktZGlnaXRhbC1kZWx1eGUtZWRpdGlvbi85TVcxMEdYMTQwTjEvMDAxMCJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAUKGsraf3DKlNN-1B-kqQ1-aG6psn3UlN8p6gCug-y20&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fen-US%2Fgames%2Fstore%2Fhogwarts-legacy-digital-deluxe-edition%2F9MW10GX140N1%2F0010" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/hogwarts-legacy-digital-deluxe-edition/9MW10GX140N1/0010"><em>Hogwarts Legacy: Digital Deluxe Edition</em></a> ($20) and the stealth sandbox <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Microsoft;elmt:;cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=67071605-d4df-494e-8d9c-c9c236b8bb38&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=2ed18c9e-8d48-4fa6-a51d-26e62b5080de&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Microsoft&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9nYW1lcy9zdG9yZS9oaXRtYW4td29ybGQtb2YtYXNzYXNzaW5hdGlvbi85Tk44Mk5IOTQ5RDUvMDAxMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiMmVkMThjOWUtOGQ0OC00ZmE2LWE1MWQtMjZlNjJiNTA4MGRlIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9nYW1lcy9zdG9yZS9oaXRtYW4td29ybGQtb2YtYXNzYXNzaW5hdGlvbi85Tk44Mk5IOTQ5RDUvMDAxMCJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAR7ETeppFvMH3dyc5JXABHhhNr7PDi1vPB3-Zgph4dFn&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fen-US%2Fgames%2Fstore%2Fhitman-world-of-assassination%2F9NN82NH949D5%2F0010" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/hitman-world-of-assassination/9NN82NH949D5/0010"><em>Hitman World of Assassination</em></a> ($28).</p>
  360. <p>You can check out <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Microsoft;elmt:;cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=67071605-d4df-494e-8d9c-c9c236b8bb38&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=2ed18c9e-8d48-4fa6-a51d-26e62b5080de&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Microsoft&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9nYW1lcy9icm93c2Uvc3ByaW5nLXNhbGUiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjJlZDE4YzllLThkNDgtNGZhNi1hNTFkLTI2ZTYyYjUwODBkZSIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cueGJveC5jb20vZW4tVVMvZ2FtZXMvYnJvd3NlL3NwcmluZy1zYWxlIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAdy1Nr5qfeJhS7-iQDnE5LSFRaE14-FkIG3-DCrJMcOa&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fen-US%2Fgames%2Fbrowse%2Fspring-sale" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/browse/spring-sale">the entire Xbox Spring Sale</a> for much more. It lasts until April 30, so you have time for a deep dive before it ends.</p>
  361. <p>
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  363. <p></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/xbox/the-xbox-spring-sale-is-live-185646088.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  414.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[New Jersey AG sues Discord over alleged child safety failures]]></title>
  415.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>New Jersey's Attorney General Matthew Platkin is <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.njoag.gov/ag-platkin-sues-messaging-app-discord-for-unlawful-practices-that-expose-nj-kids-to-child-predators-and-violent-sexual-content/">suing Discord</a> over the chat company's child safety features. The lawsuit claims that Discord has "misled parents about the efficacy of its safety controls and obscured the risks children faced when using the application."</p>
  416. <p>The Office of the Attorney General and the state's Division of Consumer Affairs concluded that Discord violated New Jersey's Consumer Fraud Act after a multiyear investigation into the company. The details of the lawsuit are currently sealed, but Platkin's announcement suggests a few ways he plans to argue Discord's approach may have endangered children. He says the app uses default settings that "allow users to receive friend requests from anyone on the app" and that it makes it simple to create an account when you're under 13. According to Platkin, Discord "only requires individuals to enter their date of birth to establish their age when creating an account."</p>
  417. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>When ask for comment, Discord offered the following statement:</p>
  418. <blockquote><p>Discord is proud of our continuous efforts and investments in features and tools that help make Discord safer. Given our engagement with the Attorney General's office, we are surprised by the announcement that New Jersey has filed an action against Discord today. We dispute the claims in the lawsuit and look forward to defending the action in court.</p></blockquote>
  419. <p>Discord has introduced multiple features over the years with the express purpose of protecting younger users. Following <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/discord-still-has-a-child-safety-issue-085304790.html">a report</a> that detailed 35 cases involving Discord in which adults were prosecuted on charges like "kidnapping, grooming or sexual assault," the company introduced its <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/new-family-center-tool-gives-parents-better-insight-into-their-teens-discord-usage-150014579.html">Family Center</a> tool, which lets adults track what their children do on the app. <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/discords-latest-teen-safety-blitz-starts-with-content-filters-and-automated-warnings-150031569.html">Teen Safety Assist</a>, also introduced in 2023, added automatic content filters and a new warning system for people who violate the apps guidelines. In 2025, Discord launched a nonprofit coalition called <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/roblox-discord-openai-and-google-found-new-child-safety-group-194445241.html">Roost</a> with the express purpose of developing open-source child safety tools.</p>
  420. <p>Discord, like other social platforms, has faced scrutiny before, and the pressure seems like it's only going to increase. Back in 2024, California lawmakers proposed the idea of blocking children's <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/proposed-california-bill-would-let-parents-block-algorithmic-social-feeds-for-children-220132956.html">access to algorithmic social feeds</a>, and just this year Utah passed an <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:7;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/utah-just-became-the-first-state-in-the-country-to-pass-an-age-verification-law-for-app-stores-225846117.html">age verification law for app stores</a>, a decidedly blunt way to try and guarantee child safety.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/apps/new-jersey-ag-sues-discord-over-alleged-child-safety-failures-184501604.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  471.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Mario Kart World Direct: Rewatch nearly 17 minutes of Switch 2 gameplay]]></title>
  472.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>We already knew that Mario Kart World was being released alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5 for a whopping $80 (or bundled with the Switch 2 hardware at a slight discount). But this morning, the latest Nintendo Direct gave us nearly 17 minutes of Mario Kart World gameplay. There are plenty of callbacks to classic Mario Kart modes (Balloon Battle Mode), mixed in with all-new options (Knockout Tour). Want the full download? Watch the replay below, and read our full summary of the latest <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/mario-kart-world-for-switch-2-borrows-forzas-rewind-feature-160818661.html">Mario Kart World</a> reveal, as well as our <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/mario-kart-world-hands-on-the-perfect-launch-game-for-the-switch-2-130003924.html">hands-on impressions of the game</a> from earlier this month.</p>
  473. <div id="88c6d9a27eb149e4b74bddd87a71ec11"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mq4uCJDwO9U?si=VuhOWOJigFV-1I6k" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>
  474. <p>The original story follows.&nbsp;</p>
  475. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><hr>
  476. <p>There’s yet another Nintendo Direct coming our way, which is the third in less than a month. This one is entirely focused on the <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/mario-kart-world-hands-on-the-perfect-launch-game-for-the-switch-2-130003924.html">upcoming Switch 2 launch title</a> <em>Mario Kart World</em>. It starts at 9AM ET and <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.nintendo.com/us/nintendo-direct/4-17-2025/">should last around 15 minutes</a>.</p>
  477. <p>It’s livestreaming on <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq4uCJDwO9U">Nintendo’s YouTube page</a>, but mega-fans can also open up that recently-launched <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/nintendo-today-app-will-provide-updates-on-games-events-and-the-switch-2-150808151.html">Nintendo Today! app</a> to follow along. We are embedding the YouTube link, so feel free to keep this tab open.</p>
  478. <p>We have no idea what information Nintendo is going to spring on us as part of this Direct presentation. The company has already released a ton of info about <em>Mario Kart World</em>. It’s an open-world racer that can accommodate 24 plays at the same time.</p>
  479. <p>However, there are still a couple of unknowns. Most of these involve the open-world aspect. Are there any rewards for exploration? Are there secret tracks that can only be unlocked by finding them? Can the same be said for unlockable characters? Again, we don’t know, but hope springs eternal.</p>
  480. <p>There’s also the $80 elephant in the room. The exorbitant retail price of <em>Mario Kart World</em> <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/is-the-450-nintendo-switch-2-too-expensive-195750206.html?src=rss">has sent many fans</a> into a tailspin. That’s a whole lot of money, and Nintendo only recently-released its first-ever $70 game. There’s a minuscule chance that the company will throw us a bone and knock $10 off the asking price, but this is highly unlikely <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/general/the-morning-after-engadget-newsletter-111618899.html">given current</a> <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/trump-announces-90-day-pause-on-tariffs-excluding-china-195630212.html">economic uncertainty</a>. At the very least, we could get some new data regarding the preorder date for US customers.&nbsp;</p>
  481. <p><strong>Update, April 17 2025, 2:30PM ET: </strong>This story was updated after its original publication to include a brief summary of the announcements and link to additional relevant coverage of the game.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/mario-kart-world-direct-rewatch-nearly-17-minutes-of-switch-2-gameplay-184825781.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  529.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Twisted Metal season two crashes onto Peacock on July 31]]></title>
  530.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The TV adaptation of the video game <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Peacock TV;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=cbef8901-c2f3-4af7-b1b7-e2c3afcffd7a&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=e9ca5e4f-47f2-4d55-915c-33c4ce1a2b2b&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Peacock+TV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5wZWFjb2NrdHYuY29tL3N0cmVhbS10di90d2lzdGVkLW1ldGFsIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJlOWNhNWU0Zi00N2YyLTRkNTUtOTE1Yy0zM2M0Y2UxYTJiMmIiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnBlYWNvY2t0di5jb20vc3RyZWFtLXR2L3R3aXN0ZWQtbWV0YWwifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAYM-DxNlpv2SfbFROAxMCpWZo2R1ZADYoJ_M7-zXfD2w&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.peacocktv.com%2Fstream-tv%2Ftwisted-metal" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.peacocktv.com/stream-tv/twisted-metal"><em>Twisted Metal</em></a> is coming back for a second season <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjqr33IAtS0">on July 31</a>. Just like the first season, this won’t be a weekly release. All of the episodes will be available on <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Peacock TV;elmt:;cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=cbef8901-c2f3-4af7-b1b7-e2c3afcffd7a&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=e9ca5e4f-47f2-4d55-915c-33c4ce1a2b2b&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Peacock+TV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5wZWFjb2NrdHYuY29tLyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZTljYTVlNGYtNDdmMi00ZDU1LTkxNWMtMzNjNGNlMWEyYjJiIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5wZWFjb2NrdHYuY29tLyJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAc74uuVtI6UMVKI32WQ8T7rR7aHRGGavUWbMIWxPRRBG&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.peacocktv.com%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.peacocktv.com/">Peacock</a> on that date.</p>
  531. <p>The first season was surprisingly decent, and occasionally hilarious. One thing we didn’t see in that batch of episodes, however, was the titular tournament. The show is rectifying that, as the second season looks to revolve entirely around the <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/tv-movies/the-twisted-metal-season-two-trailer-finally-shows-off-the-titular-tournament-180609928.html">Twisted Metal demolition derby</a>.</p>
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  533. <p>Co-leads Anthony Mackie and Stephanie Beatriz are both returning. Will Arnett will also once again voice the killer clown Sweet Tooth. Anthony Carrigan, from the HBO show <em>Barry</em>, is on deck as the iconic derby host Calypso. The show’s creators include folks from <em>Cobra Kai</em> and the Deadpool film franchise.</p>
  534. <p>Like I said up top, the first season <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/twisted-metal-trailer-basks-in-post-apocalyptic-extravagance-211534351.html">was surprisingly fun</a>. It’s a fast-paced action-comedy set in a post-apocalyptic version of the US. It’s more goofy than grimdark, so think <em>Fallout </em>and not <em>The Last of Us</em>.</p>
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  536. <p>Twisted Metal joins other modern TV adaptations of video games, like <em>Knuckles</em>, <em>The Last of Us</em>, <em>Arcane</em> and <em>Castlevania: Nocturne</em>. Video game adaptations have also been ruling the box office these past few years, with <em>A Minecraft Movie</em> and <em>The Super Mario Bros. Movie</em> both <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.vulture.com/article/a-minecraft-movie-box-office-records.html">breaking records</a>.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/tv-movies/twisted-metal-season-two-crashes-onto-peacock-on-july-31-182717907.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  593.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Playdate Season Two includes an action arcade game from Into The Breach studio Subset]]></title>
  594.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The long-awaited <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/panic-will-showcase-the-second-season-of-playdate-games-on-april-17-181556782.html"><ins>second season of weekly Playdate game drops</ins></a> commences on May 29. During a showcase on Thursday, Panic revealed that players will get two fresh games on their console every seven days for six weeks. It&#39;s also promising a surprise of some kind. Unlike the first season of games that&#39;s included with every <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/playdate-revisited-two-years-with-the-little-yellow-inspiration-machine-125517060.html"><ins>Playdate</ins></a>, you&#39;ll need to pay extra for this one. Playdate Season Two will run you $39. You can pre-order now through the Playdate Catalog.</p>
  595. <p>Part of the allure of Playdate&#39;s seasons is that the games are a bit of a mystery, so you never quite know what you&#39;re going to get in your weekly drops. To that end, Panic didn&#39;t go super in depth into all 12 during the showcase, instead opting to shine a spotlight on four of them. One of the games will be of particular interest to <em>FTL: Faster Than Light </em>and <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2018-02-27-into-the-breach-subset-games-ftl-sequel-gameplay-video.html"><em><ins>Into The Breach</ins></em></a><em>&nbsp;</em>fans.</p>
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  597. <p>Subset Games, the studio behind those hits, has made a brand new game for the Playdate. It&#39;s an arcade action game called <em>Fulcrum Defender</em>. You&#39;ll use the crank to aim and shoot at waves of enemies as you try to survive. Subset co-founder Jay Ma says the enemies will progressively become more complex and you&#39;ll need to have good aim and choose upgrades wisely to keep your run going.</p>
  598. <p>Antonio &quot;Fáyer&quot; Uribe, one of the folks behind last year&#39;s well-received <em>Arco </em>(which Panic published), teamed up with <em>Flinthook </em>designer Dom2D to make <em>Dig! Dig! Dino!</em>. This is a relaxing puzzle game in which you&#39;ll be digging for dinosaur bones and treasure. Sell the booty and you can unlock upgrades to help you dig deeper for more bones and artifacts.</p>
  599. <p>The maker of Playdate titles <em>Life’s Too Short </em>and <em>Time From Earth</em> is back with another game that will be part of Season Two. It&#39;s a remake of the classic point-and-click adventure <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2008-01-03-virtually-overlooked-shadowgate.html"><em><ins>Shadowgate</ins></em></a> for the diminutive console. Pixel Ghost says it took the best parts of the previous versions to make <em>Shadowgate PD</em>, which includes new music, art and features.</p>
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  601. <p>The fourth game that was featured in the showcase is <em>Taria &amp; Como</em>, a puzzle platformer that&#39;s based around swinging instead of jumping (that reminds me a little of the wonderful <em>Grapple Dogs</em>). You&#39;ll take on the role of Taria, a girl with a prosthetic leg who sets out to find her sister, Como. JuVee Productions, Viola Davis&#39; production company, collaborated with Popseed Studio on this project.</p>
  602. <p>&quot;A few years ago, my friend’s son was diagnosed with Tourette’s, and I began to think about what sort of stories he’d grow up with. As a disabled person, I’ve seen the same tropes recycled — pity case, inspiration, disability as a superpower, magical cures,&quot;<em> Taria &amp; Como</em> creator Kip Henderson said in a statement. &quot;Disability is complex, and we’re more than the inspirational fodder for able-bodied people. <em>Taria &amp; Como</em> is the story I wish I had growing up.&quot;</p>
  603. <p>In addition to the Playdate Season Two details, Panic revealed a new cover for the console to go alongside the purple, blue and <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/i-like-this-ridiculous-playdate-pizza-case-so-much-i-bought-a-playdate-213610781.html"><ins>pizza</ins></a> ones. This one is yellow to match the hardware and it costs $34. The price of the console itself <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/the-diminutive-playdate-console-is-getting-a-price-increase-to-229-on-march-25-120004199.html"><ins>recently jumped up to $229</ins></a>, but you might be able to snag an official refurbished model for the system&#39;s original price of $179.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/playdate-season-two-includes-an-action-arcade-game-from-into-the-breach-studio-subset-181438605.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  655.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>There are several meteor showers we can count on seeing every year as Earth passes through the debris trails of known comets and asteroids orbiting the sun, and two of them are about to be in full swing. The <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://science.nasa.gov/solar-system/meteors-meteorites/lyrids/#:~:text=The%20Lyrids%20are%20best%20viewed,%2C%20blanket%2C%20or%20lawn%20chair."><ins>Lyrids</ins></a>, which come from comet C/1861 G1 Thatcher, will be visible from April 17 to 26, most prominently in the skies over the Northern Hemisphere. And just a couple days later, the bright streaks of the Eta Aquarids — stemming from the famous Halley’s Comet — will make their first appearance around April 20 before peaking in early May. In both cases, you won’t need any equipment to enjoy the show.</p>
  656. <h2 id="jump-link-how-to-see-the-lyrids">How to see the Lyrids</h2>
  657. <p>While the Lyrid meteor shower isn’t the most fruitful astronomical event of the year, we can still expect to see an average of 15 meteors per hour during its peak on the night of April 21 going into April 22, if the conditions are right. In the days before and after that, they’ll come at a rate of about five per hour. The Lyrids’ radiant, or the point from which they appear to emerge, will be in the northeast near the constellation Lyra and well above the horizon by around midnight. You’ll want to set up in a spot with a wide view of the sky and as little light pollution as possible, and look up toward the east.</p>
  658. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>“The best time to watch is late evening on April 21 until the moon <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.sunrisesunset.com/predefined.asp"><ins>rises</ins></a> a few hours before dawn on April 22,” <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://earthsky.org/astronomy-essentials/everything-you-need-to-know-lyrid-meteor-shower/"><em><ins>EarthSky</ins></em></a><em>&nbsp;</em>recommends. “Then, after the moon rises, place yourself in the moon’s shadow.” You’ll have the best shot at seeing the Lyrids if you’re in the Northern Hemisphere (and if the weather is clear), but viewers south of the equator may be able to catch some too.</p>
  659. <p>Every so often, the Lyrid meteor shower produces an unusual abundance of meteors in events known as outbursts, but when they’ll occur is unpredictable. In 1982, viewers in Florida spotted as many as 75 meteors per hour, according to <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.nasa.gov/blogs/watch-the-skies/2023/04/21/heads-up-lyrid-meteor-shower-peaks-april-22-23/"><ins>NASA</ins></a>. While that’s by no means the norm, it’s not out of the question that you might catch an outburst one of these days. More likely than that, though, is the chance of seeing a fireball, or an exceptionally bright meteor that NASA says is occasionally a feature of the Lyrids.</p>
  660. <p>The relatively short meteor shower will come and go in a little over a week, but the Eta Aquarids right after will offer a whole month of potential “shooting star” sightings.&nbsp;</p>
  661. <h2 id="jump-link-how-to-see-the-eta-aquarids">How to see the Eta Aquarids</h2>
  662. <p>The Eta Aquarid meteor shower (also spelled Aquariid) is one of two annual meteor showers originating from comet 1P/Halley, or Halley’s Comet. “This comet is in a retrograde orbit around the sun,” <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://earthsky.org/astronomy-essentials/everything-you-need-to-know-eta-aquarid-meteor-shower/"><em><ins>EarthSky</ins></em></a> explains. “That means it runs around the sun in the opposite direction from Earth and all the other planets. As a result, we pass near its path twice,” giving us the Eta Aquarids on the outbound leg of the trip and the Orionids in late October during the inbound.</p>
  663. <p>The Eta Aquarids are more plentiful than the Lyrids, and you can start looking out for them around April 20, according to <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://science.nasa.gov/solar-system/meteors-meteorites/eta-aquarids/"><ins>NASA</ins></a>. The shower will be active until May 21, but the best time to spot meteors will be overnight from May 5 into May 6, when it peaks, in the pre-dawn hours. During that time, as many as 50 meteors per hour could be visible, versus about 10 per hour in the non-peak windows. The Eta Aquarids’ radiant is in the constellation Aquarius.</p>
  664. <p>These meteors are best seen from the Southern Hemisphere, where they’ll pop up at a higher rate, but that doesn’t mean you won’t be able to see any if you’re in the north. Observers in the Northern Hemisphere may just see fewer, and they’re more likely to see those dubbed ‘Earthgrazers,’ or “long meteors that appear to skim the surface of the Earth at the horizon,” NASA notes. The Eta Aquarids in general move fast, at about 40.7 miles per second, according to the space agency, and they’ll often leave incandescent “trains” lingering in the sky after they’ve zipped by.</p>
  665. <p>While the debris from Halley’s Comet graces our skies twice a year, the comet itself (which I can’t think about without also remembering that episode of <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:7;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://heyarnold.fandom.com/wiki/Sally%27s_Comet"><em><ins>Hey Arnold!</ins></em></a>) only swings past Earth about every 76 years, which last happened in 1986. It’ll make its next appearance in 2061.</p>
  666. <p>After the Eta Aquarids wrap up, we’ll still have a few more meteor showers to look forward to through the summer, so there will be plenty of chances to view some shooting stars if you missed out this time around or just want to catch as many as possible. That includes the Arietids in early June, the Delta Aquarids starting in mid-July and perhaps the best known meteor shower, the Perseids, in mid-August.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/science/space/the-first-meteor-shower-of-spring-peaks-soon-and-another-is-close-on-its-heels-174458501.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  717.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The coolest cars at the 2025 New York International Auto Show]]></title>
  718.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>This year marks the 125th anniversary of the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), and despite concerns over tariffs, there are still a lot of manufacturers here showing off new models including a handful of US and global debuts. So without further ado, here are some of the most intriguing cars on display at the 2025 NYIAS. If you are in the area and want to see some of these for yourself, <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://autoshowny.com/">the event</a> is open to the public from April 18 to April 27 and held at the Javits Center. Tickets cost <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/99576103/2025-ny-auto-show-general-admission-whitestone-ny-auto-show-javits-center">$22 per adult</a> and $8 for children aged 3 to 12.</p>
  719. <h2 id="jump-link-the-2026-subaru-trailseeker">The 2026 Subaru Trailseeker</h2>
  720. <p>First up on the docket is Subaru, which is here today with an early look at its second-ever EV: <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/transportation/evs/subarus-new-trailseeker-ev-has-solid-4x4-bonafides-but-mediocre-range-132516469.html">the Trailseeker</a>. Now I admit that the followup to the Solterra might not be the most exciting announcement, as this model will once again be based the e-TNGA platform, which is shared with Toyota&#39;s <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/toyotas-first-battery-ev-will-start-at-42000-dollars-144020190.html">bZ4x.</a> That said, while the Trailseeker doesn&#39;t have the most impressive range (around 260 miles), its updated styling, larger body and improved off-roading capabilities feel more suited to an outdoor lifestyle.</p>
  721. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/625fa010-1acc-11f0-bfea-ccb10293fd41" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/625fa010-1acc-11f0-bfea-ccb10293fd41" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The 2026 Trailseeker is Subaru&#39;s second-ever EV. " data-uuid="e8706c3d-49b8-3e7d-8316-584ce7e3bf9c" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  722. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/f2b17c00-1aeb-11f0-bafe-cd41b6207762" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/f2b17c00-1aeb-11f0-bafe-cd41b6207762" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The 2026 Subaru Trailseeker" data-uuid="c5b226de-c9f3-3f56-bd1c-03c816983cae" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  723. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/f2a212b0-1aeb-11f0-96e6-ad42b90a02b5" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/f2a212b0-1aeb-11f0-96e6-ad42b90a02b5" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The 2026 Subaru Trailseeker" data-uuid="500050dd-0fe9-37f4-bc28-fb0704b4d100" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  724. <h2 id="jump-link-the-2026-kia-ev4">The 2026 Kia EV4</h2>
  725. <p>Kia has been on a roll when it comes to EVs thanks to existing cars like the EV6 and <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/kia-ev9-review-everything-i-want-in-a-three-row-family-ev-150048944.html">EV9</a>. At the 2025 NYIAS, the company is looking to keep that momentum rolling with the US debut of the <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/transportation/evs/the-kia-ev4-makes-its-us-debut-at-the-new-york-auto-show-140036813.html">EV4</a>, which incorporates many of the headline features from its previous battery-powered offerings, but with an even more affordable expected starting price of between $35,000 and $40,000. It also features Kia&#39;s improved i-PEDAL 3.0 regenerative braking tech which now works even in reverse.</p>
  726. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/b142b710-1ace-11f0-b5ce-50f8e670f742" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/b142b710-1ace-11f0-b5ce-50f8e670f742" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The 2026 Kia EV4 at its US debut at the 2025 New York International Auto Show." data-uuid="43e7e1ca-420f-3e6b-a848-f925387ce4db" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  727. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/ec225db0-1aea-11f0-9b7b-ec73c3138503" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/ec225db0-1aea-11f0-9b7b-ec73c3138503" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The front of the EV4 has a very funky design while having some family resemblance with Kia&#39;s other EVs. " data-uuid="a457e409-bccc-3441-9d06-5623c78a9142" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  728. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/ec2236a0-1aea-11f0-abef-f0ae5fcacfd0" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/ec2236a0-1aea-11f0-abef-f0ae5fcacfd0" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="With an expected starting price of between $35,000 and $40,000, the EV4 should be one of the most affordable new EVs for 2026. " data-uuid="01080b57-029e-3cc6-9f15-6ef9f1416287" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  729. <h2 id="jump-link-kia-ev9-nightfall-edition">Kia EV9 Nightfall edition</h2>
  730. <p>Speaking of the EV9, while there aren&#39;t a ton of updates for 2025, Kia did roll out a new Nightfall edition for its flagship electric SUV. It features blacked-out accents throughout the vehicle including dark wheels, trim and badging. That color scheme even continues inside the vehicle with exclusive all-black upholstery. And when you consider that this remains one of the most affordable three-row electric cars, I think this is a pretty nice way to freshen up the look of the EV9.</p>
  731. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/c4c2ac80-1ae9-11f0-bdef-050ec0629681" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/c4c2ac80-1ae9-11f0-bdef-050ec0629681" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The new EV9 Nightfall edition features blacked out accents across the entire car, including the interior. " data-uuid="6449e7fd-47bb-3778-a679-4d581b8face4" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  732. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/c4c2faa0-1ae9-11f0-b4cc-564ea40cdaf3" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/c4c2faa0-1ae9-11f0-b4cc-564ea40cdaf3" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="With its darker trim, the EV9 Nightfall edition looks even better than the standard model. " data-uuid="5533f525-a3f5-3da4-9aa7-e64d563b7ac0" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  733. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/c4c2d390-1ae9-11f0-b9fb-18c14c98cbc9" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/c4c2d390-1ae9-11f0-b9fb-18c14c98cbc9" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The all-black interior is exclusive to the EV9 Nightfall edition." data-uuid="1f7c4734-af22-3819-9f64-73bab895f170" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  734. <h2 id="jump-link-genesis-x-gran-equator-concept">Genesis X Gran Equator concept</h2>
  735. <p>Billed as a luxury overlander, the Genesis X Gran Equator concept is easily one of the most striking cars at the 2025 New York Auto Show. It features an extremely long hood and LED light strips that wrap all the way around to the side of the vehicle along with matching tail lights in back. Inside, while it has fancy diamond-stitched upholstery, there are also dedicated holders for resuable waterbottles, which hint at its role as a potential camping vehicle. And while Genesis has not said what kind of powertrain it will have if the X Gran Equator reaches official production, the lack of a distinct grille up front means there&#39;s hope it will be an EV.</p>
  736. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/2a1f2a00-1adf-11f0-be5d-5771d7c01f55" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/2a1f2a00-1adf-11f0-be5d-5771d7c01f55" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The Genesis X Gran Equator concept is billed as a luxury overland. " data-uuid="9dd3148a-1e14-37d6-8962-7ea40997284f" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  737. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/49375d80-1aea-11f0-bbff-1d5f28044ccb" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/49375d80-1aea-11f0-bbff-1d5f28044ccb" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The X Gran Equator has some of the most complex wheels we&#39;ve seen in recent memory. Here&#39;s hoping they make it to production. " data-uuid="5dea1614-04dd-3d6c-9092-404d95e0cea6" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  738. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/4937d2b0-1aea-11f0-bf7a-d0059899b3a0" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/4937d2b0-1aea-11f0-bf7a-d0059899b3a0" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The dedicated storage for resuable water bottles looks like a nod towards the X Gran Equator&#39;s role as a luxury overlander/camping vehicle. " data-uuid="74a70e3d-deea-3502-a5ff-cb895e6644ac" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  739. <h2 id="jump-link-lucid-gravity">Lucid Gravity</h2>
  740. <p>While the Gravity was <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/transportation/evs/lucids-electric-gravity-suv-starts-at-79900-161020540.html">officially announced</a> late last year, it&#39;s largely only been available for purchase by friends and family of the company up until now, which has made it a relatively rare site both at trade shows and on the road. But the at NYIAS, it was on display in all of its three-row electric glory. Not only is the Gravity the fastest charging EV outside of China capable of sucking down up to 400 kW, it also boasts a top range of up to 450 miles. Plus, thanks its ability to add 200 miles of range in less than 11 minutes, it pretty much upends the belief that EVs aren&#39;t good for longer road trips. And while it&#39;s a niche feature, Lucid even created a special cushion that goes in its frunk that instantly converts it into a cozy little love seat. It&#39;s the kind of thing that makes me wish drive-in movie theaters weren&#39;t so hard to find nowadays.&nbsp;</p>
  741. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/937875d0-1b0f-11f0-bbff-bb8c9e73dfd1" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/937875d0-1b0f-11f0-bbff-bb8c9e73dfd1" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The Lucid Gravity at the NYIAS." data-uuid="98b34794-963e-3a41-998d-ac2c5e53136a" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  742. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/03f124c0-1b0f-11f0-bfd7-e18d7f799222" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/03f124c0-1b0f-11f0-bfd7-e18d7f799222" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The three-row Lucid Gravity at the NYIAS. " data-uuid="fd27a477-0ff8-36c7-9715-3d2deed5eb12" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  743. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/03f0fdb0-1b0f-11f0-bfff-4f04bf42ad17" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/03f0fdb0-1b0f-11f0-bfff-4f04bf42ad17" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The three-row Lucid Gravity at the NYIAS. " data-uuid="3d805e50-5677-3364-9ebf-65d5bb5ec1a5" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  744. <h2 id="jump-link-hyundai-ioniq-5-n-ta-spec">Hyundai Ioniq 5 N TA spec</h2>
  745. <p>The TA in the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N TA spec&#39;s name stands for time attack. And last year, it did just that when it set the record at Pike&#39;s Peak for the electric modified SUV/crossover class with a time of 9 minutes and 32 seconds. But what might be the most impressive thing about the car is that despite some obvious changes to its body (just look at the size of that rear wing), Hyundai says the TA was also built to showcase the strength of the regualar Ioniq 5 N&#39;s power electric system. So instead of swapping in some one-off motors, this car has the same basic setup as the standard model (601 hp) with a small boost in output of just 37 horsepower.&nbsp;</p>
  746. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/8dd723d0-1b17-11f0-afff-488eee6b2a9a" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/8dd723d0-1b17-11f0-afff-488eee6b2a9a" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The Pike&#39;s Peak recording breaking Hyundai Ioniq 5 N TA Spec at the 2025 NYIAS. " data-uuid="8d76465c-8d86-3746-9e0a-7b5d41b6b635" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  747. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/8dd74ae0-1b17-11f0-b3f3-5772c2ac3472" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/8dd74ae0-1b17-11f0-b3f3-5772c2ac3472" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The Pike&#39;s Peak recording breaking Hyundai Ioniq 5 N TA Spec at the 2025 NYIAS. " data-uuid="f7727f42-813b-3395-8e6d-46e12370ce5d" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  748. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/8dd6d5b0-1b17-11f0-bd76-c472e9b8a962" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/8dd6d5b0-1b17-11f0-bd76-c472e9b8a962" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The Pike&#39;s Peak recording breaking Hyundai Ioniq 5 N TA Spec at the 2025 NYIAS. " data-uuid="c9ce5eca-b2b2-3f11-86a2-6cae6962deb2" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  749. <h2 id="jump-link-maserati-gt2-stradale">Maserati GT2 Stradale</h2>
  750. <p>Even though we here at Engadget prefer EVs, we&#39;d be remiss not to mention at least one gas-powered car at the New York Auto Show. Announced back in February, the Maserati GT2 Stradale is basically a road-legal version of the GT2 race car, which itself is based on the truly outrageous MC20 supercar.  And as you&#39;d expect, it has some pretty impressive specs with a blistering 0-60 time of 2.8 seconds despite it only having rear-wheel drive. It also features a carbon monocoque design just like its track-focused sibling and if you want, you can order one with semi-slick racing tires. So if you&#39;ve ever had dreams of driving a race car on the street, this might be your ride. That said, Maserati hasn&#39;t announced official pricing for the GT2 Stradale. But as the saying goes, if you have to ask, you probably can&#39;t afford it.&nbsp;</p>
  751. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/1e1adc80-1b17-11f0-bf7b-098fa2057527" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/1e1adc80-1b17-11f0-bf7b-098fa2057527" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="Maserati GT2 Stradale from the 2025 New York International Auto Show. " data-uuid="672e41a0-b10b-30a7-8596-74e6d770bc95" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  752. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/1e1b9fd0-1b17-11f0-af7b-23bc10d3eba2" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/1e1b9fd0-1b17-11f0-af7b-23bc10d3eba2" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="Maserati GT2 Stradale from the 2025 New York International Auto Show. " data-uuid="b8a15b1f-3def-3fef-8030-6ac8c3bfc7aa" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  753. <h2 id="jump-link-1924-chrysler-6-prototype">1924 Chrysler 6 prototype</h2>
  754. <p>Finally, capping off this list is the Chrysler 6 prototype which made its debut way back at the 1924 New York Auto Show. Granted, this thing is ancient, but at the time it was state-of-the-art boasting the industry&#39;s first four-wheel hydraulic brakes along with a six-cylinder engine that produced a whopping 68 horsepower. When it eventually hit the market later that year, the Chrysler 6 cost $1,565. After factoring for inflation, that translates to a sticker price around $29,000, which actually doesn&#39;t seem too bad.&nbsp;</p>
  755. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/57298b21-1b1c-11f0-85f7-f274b6dee54c" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/57298b21-1b1c-11f0-85f7-f274b6dee54c" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="1924 Chrysler 6 prototype at the 2025 New York International Auto Show. " data-uuid="443ea839-46ae-3408-ab48-456645ce8213" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  756. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/57298b22-1b1c-11f0-bbd5-a090f2c3d1c8" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/57298b22-1b1c-11f0-bbd5-a090f2c3d1c8" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="1924 Chrysler 6 prototype at the 2025 New York International Auto Show. " data-uuid="2e679705-9f1e-332b-9025-9120f4fed30a" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  757. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/57298b20-1b1c-11f0-b9fb-ecb1ee991328" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/57298b20-1b1c-11f0-b9fb-ecb1ee991328" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="1924 Chrysler 6 prototype at the 2025 New York International Auto Show. " data-uuid="99ca006a-e1fd-361d-a998-d92503941349" data-display-size="large"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sam Rutherford for Engadget</div></figure>
  758. <p></p>
  759. <p><strong>Update, April  17 2025, 1:11PM ET:</strong> This story has been updated to add information to the intro on public admission days and ticket prices.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/transportation/evs/the-coolest-cars-at-the-2025-new-york-international-auto-show-144832805.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  811.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>You might now be out of luck if you&#39;ve been relying on Apple&#39;s AI tools to help you craft a Facebook post or generate a custom emoji to slap on an Instagram Story. As first reported by <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://sorcererhat.tech/articles/meta-impede-o-uso-da-apple-intelligence-em-seus-apps"><em>Sorcererhat Tech</em></a><em>&nbsp;</em>(by way of <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://9to5mac.com/2025/04/16/meta-blocks-apple-intelligence-on-facebook-and-its-other-ios-apps/?utm_source=dlvr.it&amp;utm_medium=threads"><em>9to5Mac</em></a>), Apple Intelligence <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/mobile/apple-intelligence-whats-new-in-ios-182-223004890.html">features</a> are not currently functional on Meta&#39;s iOS apps, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp or Threads. Engadget has confirmed that Apple Intelligence isn&#39;t working in the apps at the time of writing.</p>
  812. <p>As things stand, along with writing tools (which include the likes of text generation and proofreading), Apple Intelligence features such as <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/mobile/how-to-use-genmoji-to-make-your-own-custom-emojis-225907928.html">Genmoji</a> aren&#39;t working in Meta&#39;s apps. While people were previously able to include keyboard stickers and Memoji in Instagram Stories, that&#39;s no longer the case.</p>
  813. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Developers can opt out of using Apple Intelligence in their iOS apps and Meta may have done just that. Perhaps it&#39;s looking to nudge folks to use its own <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ai/meta-ai-is-coming-to-europe-this-week-113019014.html">Meta AI</a> tools in Facebook et al. Engadget has contacted Meta and Apple for comment.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/apple-intelligence-is-busted-on-metas-ios-apps-165620772.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  864.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Google is a monopoly in online ad tech, federal judge rules]]></title>
  865.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>A federal judge has ruled that Google is a monopolist in online advertising. <em>The New York Times</em> <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/17/technology/google-ad-tech-antitrust-ruling.html">reported</a> on Thursday that Judge Leonie Brinkema of the US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia said the company broke the law to maintain its ad tech dominance.</p>
  866. <p>“In addition to depriving rivals of the ability to compete, this exclusionary conduct substantially harmed Google’s publisher customers, the competitive process, and, ultimately, consumers of information on the open web,” the judge said.</p>
  867. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>The case stemmed from <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/justice-department-sues-google-to-break-up-the-companys-digital-ad-business-190131636.html">a January 2023 lawsuit</a> from the US Justice Department and eight states. They accused Google of illegally monopolizing the ad market and using that power to charge more and take a higher portion of sales.</p>
  868. <p>"Competition in the ad tech space is broken, for reasons that were neither accidental nor inevitable," the government said in its <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.vaed.533508/gov.uscourts.vaed.533508.1.0_2.pdf">complaint</a>. "One industry behemoth, Google, has corrupted legitimate competition in the ad tech industry by engaging in a systematic campaign to seize control of the wide swath of high-tech tools used by publishers, advertisers, and brokers, to facilitate digital advertising."</p>
  869. <p>The government says Google holds an 87 percent market share in ad-selling tech.</p>
  870. <p>The judge also dismissed a portion of the government's case. “We won half of this case, and we will appeal the other half," Lee-Anne Mulholland, Google Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://x.com/NewsFromGoogle/status/1912892999047971152">wrote</a> in a statement. "The Court found that our advertiser tools and our acquisitions, such as DoubleClick, don’t harm competition. We disagree with the Court’s decision regarding our publisher tools. Publishers have many options and they choose Google because our ad tech tools are simple, affordable and effective.”</p>
  871. <p>The government claimed Google’s monopoly powers enabled it to force publishers to use its ad software, leaving online media organizations and other websites without much recourse. This reduced the revenue for news sites, especially those without paywalled subscriptions. The media industry is, by and large, in dire financial straits, with closures and layoffs <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.fastcompany.com/91035879/news-media-layoffs-2024-list-growing-worst-year-financial-crisis">multiplying</a> in recent years. This also has a trickle-down effect, leading to <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.athensjournals.gr/media/2023-5729-AJMMC-Rahman-07.pdf">snowballing</a> clickbait headlines and other reader-hostile gimmicks as news orgs try to figure out how to recoup lost revenue and stay afloat.</p>
  872. <p>Judge Brinkema's decision follows another in August, when a federal judge <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/google-is-a-monopolist-in-search-us-judge-rules-in-antitrust-case-193358356.html">ruled that Google monopolizes online search</a>. Judge Amit Mehta of the US District Court for the District of Columbia said in 2024 that the company "is a monopolist, and it has acted as one to maintain its monopoly." Judge Mehta is considering a DOJ request to break up the company based on that ruling.</p>
  873. <p>Now, Judge Brinkema will face a similar decision about the nearly $1.9 trillion company's dominance in advertising. The DOJ's lawsuit already asked the court to make Google sell portions of its ad tech business. Much of the company's future will rest on what those two judges decide in the coming months.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/google-is-a-monopoly-in-online-ad-tech-federal-judge-rules-151531919.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  924.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Mario Kart World for Switch 2 borrows Forza's rewind feature]]></title>
  925.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<div id="0b127fce8a4d48919141cb4f7191d019"><div style="left:0;width:100%;height:0;position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mq4uCJDwO9U?rel=0" style="top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;position:absolute;border:0;" allowfullscreen scrolling="no" data-embed-domain="www.youtube.com"></iframe></div></div>
  926. <p>More details about <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/mario-kart-world-hands-on-the-perfect-launch-game-for-the-switch-2-130003924.html"><em><ins>Mario Kart World</ins></em></a>, the big first-party Nintendo Switch 2 launch title, were shown during <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/heres-how-to-watch-the-mario-kart-focused-nintendo-direct-184825796.html"><ins>a dedicated Direct on Thursday</ins></a>. The 17-minute presentation showcased some of the game&#39;s courses, such as the canal-based Salty Salty Speedway and spooky Boo Cinema, and revealed that some classic, reimagined courses will be dotted around the game&#39;s open world.</p>
  927. <p>Beyond regular races and the new Knockout Tour elimination mode, there are a bunch of other ways to play <em>Mario Kart World</em>. Team-based races will see you compete in squads of between six and 12, and you can test yourself in time trials. The classic Balloon Battle mode is here, and in Coin Runners, you&#39;ll compete to collect the most coins.</p>
  928. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/295b2130-1ba4-11f0-bfdc-eef33ad0e61c" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/295b2130-1ba4-11f0-bfdc-eef33ad0e61c" style="height:2160px;width:3840px;" alt="Balloon Battles in Mario Kart World." data-uuid="600a1a4a-0cf0-39c3-a50a-e5816b28d581"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Nintendo</div></figure>
  929. <p>New tricks include a charge jump and a wall-riding option that was highlighted in the reveal trailer. A nifty Rewind feature in particular caught my eye. If you miss a jump or want another crack at making it to an elevated shortcut, you can hit a button that will send your kart backward a bit. You&#39;ll probably want to use this sparingly, as the Rewind function only affects your own kart. Your opponents can easily overtake you in the process, so there&#39;s a risk-reward balance to consider here. The Forza Horizon series <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/forza-horizon-5-gaming-irl-racing-154527277.html"><ins>has a similar rewind feature</ins></a>, so it&#39;s interesting to see Nintendo adopt that.</p>
  930. <p>Some of the fresh items look pretty nifty. You&#39;ll be able to embrace your inner Hammer Bro by peppering the track with an arc of hammers to either hit an opponent or block their progress. With the Ice Flower, you can freeze enemies, while deploying the Coin Shell, oddly enough, leaves a trail of coins that you can collect. It&#39;s nice to see the feather, which debuted all the way back in the original <em>Super Mario Kart</em>, make a return.</p>
  931. <p>The open-world aspect of the game looks pretty interesting. You can explore it with your friends (you&#39;re all going to be using <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/gamechat-is-decades-late-and-looks-pretty-janky-202309823.html"><ins>GameChat</ins></a>, right?) and find some secrets. Hitting one of the hundreds of P Switches that are dotted across the world starts a minigame, such as collecting a number of blue coins in a certain period of time. In Free Roam, you&#39;ll also be able to make use of the photo mode.</p>
  932. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/30ba0810-1ba4-11f0-af7f-04c27048e384" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/30ba0810-1ba4-11f0-af7f-04c27048e384" style="height:2160px;width:3840px;" alt="Mario looks at a Question Block in Mario Kart World" data-uuid="39d88959-696b-3f74-b1e4-60be9e8eb239"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Nintendo</div></figure>
  933. <p>Elsewhere in the first completely new mainline Mario Kart game since 2014, there are several assist options. The Smart Steering feature can help you avoid accidentally veering off a track, and there&#39;s a tilt control function for steering.</p>
  934. <p>On top of all of that, you can pick up food from drive-thrus. While I suspected that we might be taking a trip to <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://jetlag.fandom.com/wiki/The_Snack_Zone"><ins>The Snack Zone</ins></a>, the Dash Food that you pick up unlocks outfits that are inspired by your meal. Munch on some sushi, for instance, and you&#39;ll find yourself wearing a Japanese-influenced getup.</p>
  935. <p><em>Mario Kart World </em>is <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/mario-kart-world-headed-to-switch-2-with-24-player-races-and-an-80-price-tag-134117599.html"><ins>slated to arrive on June 5</ins></a>, the same day as the <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/nintendo-switch-2-pre-orders-updates-prices-delays-release-date-and-everything-else-you-need-to-know-140931563.html"><ins>Nintendo Switch 2</ins></a>. There&#39;s still no official update on when Switch 2 pre-orders will go live in the US and Canada after Nintendo <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/nintendo-delays-switch-2-us-pre-orders-following-trump-tariffs-150747208.html">delayed them</a>. However, rumors suggest that you may be able to lock in a pre-order in either country in the coming days.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/mario-kart-world-for-switch-2-borrows-forzas-rewind-feature-160818661.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  983.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The best portable monitors in 2025]]></title>
  984.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Portable monitors have been around for years, but their importance skyrocketed during the pandemic. And with the continuation of remote and hybrid work positions, they’re going to be staples for the foreseeable future. But picking one isn’t as simple as it seems. At this point, almost every major PC maker has its own take on travel-friendly displays, with prices ranging from as little as $100 to nearly $1,000. So to help sort through the confusion, I tested out a bunch of options to put together a short list of the best portable monitors on sale today.</p>
  985. <h2 id="jump-link-table-of-contents">Table of contents</h2>
  986. <ul>
  987. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-best-portable-monitors-for-2025">Best portable monitors for 2025</a></p></li>
  988. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-things-to-consider-before-buying-a-portable-monitor">Things to consider before buying a portable monitor</a></p></li>
  989. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-what-to-look-for-in-a-portable-monitor">What to look for in a portable monitor</a></p></li>
  990. </ul>
  991. <h2 id="jump-link-best-portable-monitors-for-2025">Best portable monitors for 2025</h2>
  992. <p>
  993. <core-commerce id="b3c4edfed14543b39be7ce06bc0f2bdf" data-type="product-list" data-original-url="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1841008-REG/espresso_rb0002_17_3_pro_display.html/?" data-original-url-b3c4e-btn-0="https://us.espres.so/products/espresso-pro-and-stand"></core-commerce></p>
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  998. <p>
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  1000. <p>
  1001. <core-commerce id="4612d7f49f6b4f81880ea59fe59a2881" data-type="product-list" data-original-url="https://www.cdw.com/product/lenovo-thinkvision-m14t-gen-2-led-monitor-14/7991080"></core-commerce></p>
  1002. <h2 id="jump-link-things-to-consider-before-buying-a-portable-monitor">Things to consider before buying a portable monitor</h2>
  1003. <p>Before you start looking at specific products, it’s super important to think about how and where you plan on using a second monitor as a portable display. Larger panels are great for home use where you may only need to move it or put it away when you have company over. Meanwhile, smaller screens are great for travel and whipping out at a coffee shop or shared workspace. But if you go too small, you may be adding extra weight to your bag without providing a ton of extra utility, especially if it lacks a good USB-C cable or mini HDMI for connectivity. Screen size and compatibility with your existing devices should be top considerations.</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
  1004. <p>It’s also important to consider your typical workload, as artists may get extra value out of monitors with higher maximum brightness, HDR, wider color accuracy and a higher contrast ratio. Those who spend all day looking at spreadsheets won’t get as much value from more vibrant displays or FHD displays with high refresh rates, but they may still benefit from having a basic plug-and-play second monitor for multitasking.</p>
  1005. <h2 id="jump-link-what-to-look-for-in-a-portable-monitor">What to look for in a portable monitor</h2>
  1006. <p>Aside from price and screen size, some of the most important specs in a portable monitor include panel type, pixels per inch, brightness, refresh rate and connectivity. Most portable monitors use IPS LCD displays, which generally offer good viewing angles, strong brightness and good power efficiency. However, some higher resolution models now feature OLED screens that support wider color gamuts, better color accuracy and contrast ratio, which can be a major benefit for artists and content creators. Some budget models may use TN panels, as that can help cut costs and reduce energy consumption. That said, we generally try to stay away from those as they often have worse image quality compared to IPS screens.</p>
  1007. <p>For brightness, 300 nits is the lowest we recommend — anything less can make the monitor hard to use even in some indoor environments. Ideally, we look for screens that are closer to 350 or 400 nits and above for better accuracy and visibility.</p>
  1008. <p>Connectivity is also important because if you can’t easily hook your phone, gaming console, or laptop to a monitor, it becomes an oversized paperweight. Most travel displays include an HDMI port or USB-C port(or both), which cover the large majority of devices. It’s rare to find a portable monitor these days with only USB-A, since the majority of devices have moved over to USB-C. However, we also like models that support passthrough power over USB-C connections, which reduces the complexity of your setup and decreases the number of cords and adapters you have to carry around.</p>
  1009. <p>Finally, most portable monitors feature 60Hz refresh rates, which is fine for most use cases. However, if you’re looking for a gaming monitor, there are models with 120Hz or even 240Hz refresh rates. These are excellent choices for gamers looking to maintain smooth fps while playing on the go.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/computing/accessories/best-portable-monitor-120050851.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1057.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Instagram now lets  you combine your Reels recommendations with friends]]></title>
  1058.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Instagram is adding yet another way to liven up your Reels recommendations. The app is rolling out “Blend,” a feature that allows you to create a custom feed within a DM that combines your recommendations with a friend’s.</p>
  1059. <p>If that sounds familiar, it’s because Blend has been in the works for some time. It was <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/instagram-is-working-on-new-reels-feed-that-combines-two-users-interests-192018928.html"><ins>first spotted</ins></a> in the app more than a year ago, but was only an internal prototype at the time. Now, Meta is finally making it official, describing it as an “invite-only Reels feed for you and your friend(s).”</p>
  1060. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Anyone can invite a friend or a group of friends to join a Blend from within a direct message or group chat on Instagram. Once someone accepts the invitation, Instagram generates a custom feed of Reels made up of video recommendations tailored to each person. As you scroll, you can view who each suggested clip is for, giving a window into what types of Reels Instagram’s algorithm serves your friends.</p>
  1061. <p>The feature is the latest way Meta has been allowing instagram users to gain more insight into their friends’ Reels-watching habits. The company also recently introduced a <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/social-media/instagram-swoops-in-with-3-minute-reels-and-rectangular-profile-grids-as-the-tiktok-ban-gets-real-201316339.html"><ins>dedicated tab</ins></a> that shows videos liked by your Instagram friends. Whether that sounds like an intriguing way to find new niches of content, or potentially massively embarrassing is another matter. (It’s also <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2019-10-07-instagram-removing-following-activity-tab.html"><ins>yet another reminder</ins></a> that your Instagram likes were never actually private.) But, if you’re Reels suggestions have been feeling a little stale, or you’re just curious about how some of your friends experience the app, it could be an entertaining way to spice up your recommendations.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/social-media/instagram-now-lets-you-combine-your-reels-recommendations-with-friends-160023003.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1112.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders: Updates, prices, delays, release date and everything else you need to know]]></title>
  1113.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Americans who were ready and willing to pay up for a Switch 2 immediately are still waiting for their time to shine. <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/nintendo-delays-switch-2-us-pre-orders-following-trump-tariffs-150747208.html">Switch 2 pre-orders remain indefinitely delayed in the U.S.</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://mobilesyrup.com/2025/04/08/nintendo-switch-2-pre-orders-canada-delay/">Canada</a> right now. Nintendo previously announced an April 9 pre-order opening date but then rescinded that in response to tariffs announced by President Donald Trump.</p>
  1114. <p>According a statement Nintendo provided to Engadget: "Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. will not start April 9, 2025 in order to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions. Nintendo will update timing at a later date. The launch date of June 5, 2025 is unchanged."</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
  1115. <p>There has been no additional information from Nintendo since the initial delay was announced. However, now there are <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://x.com/billbil_kun/status/1912167208140108026">rumors</a> that pre-orders could open as early as April 23 or April 30, but that’s yet to be confirmed.</p>
  1116. <h2 id="jump-link-tariffs-and-the-nintendo-switch-2">Tariffs and the Nintendo Switch 2</h2>
  1117. <p>During its most recent <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/nintendo-switch-2-release-date-price-new-switch-games-and-everything-else-you-need-to-know-133105613.html">Direct presentation</a> at the start of April, Nintendo showed off more of the Switch 2 than it ever had before. That included the reveal of the April 9 pre-order opening date, in addition to the original $450 starting price. Shortly after, President Trump announced sweeping tariffs on China and other countries, prompting Nintendo to delay pre-orders in the U.S. and Canada.</p>
  1118. <p>In a reversal, President Trump then announced a <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/live/trump-tariffs-live-updates-trump-raises-rate-on-china-to-125-pauses-reciprocal-tariffs-on-other-countries-191201868.html">90-day pause on steep “reciprocal” tariffs</a> affecting 75 countries, but also announced that the tariff imposed on China will go up even further (currently, it's up to <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/live/trump-tariffs-live-updates-china-signals-readiness-for-talks-if-us-shows-respect-amid-numbers-game-191201017.html">245 percent</a> for that country).</p>
  1119. <p>It remains unclear what this could mean for Switch 2 pre-orders and pricing, but we do know this: Nintendo started moving some of its <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.gamesindustry.biz/nintendo-moves-some-switch-production-to-vietnam">Switch console manufacturing to Vietnam</a> in 2019. The reciprocal tariff for Vietnam was set to be 46 percent, but that appears to be on hold for now in favor of a 10 percent reciprocal tariff that’s now in effect for the 90-day pause period.</p>
  1120. <p>The latest speculation is that Nintendo will ramp up production of Switch 2 units in Vietnam so it can ship them to the U.S. on schedule, and possibly even <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/nintendo-may-sell-the-switch-2-at-a-loss-in-the-us-due-to-tariffs-175857327.html">selling them at a loss</a> in the short term.</p>
  1121. <h2 id="jump-link-how-to-pre-order-the-switch-2">How to pre-order the Switch 2</h2>
  1122. <p>In addition to direct from Nintendo, you'll be able to snag a Switch 2 from participating retailers when the console eventually makes its way to the U.S. We expect those to include <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=615c9f9f-b1ce-4beb-aa21-bab5ea796a29&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=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&amp;signature=AQAAAV1-4zJ6SdqWT6-eWvQfcRtaySiyrEe3zqzmt3h3njux&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fstores%2FNintendo%2Fpage%2FBE0EB5D0-0AD6-4564-8BC5-4A129A3A9CFD" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nintendo/page/BE0EB5D0-0AD6-4564-8BC5-4A129A3A9CFD?ref_=ast_bln">Amazon</a>, <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Best Buy;elmt:;cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=5e0bed65-d2f8-4b34-9b8f-955218c0e37a&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=615c9f9f-b1ce-4beb-aa21-bab5ea796a29&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Best+Buy&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5iZXN0YnV5LmNvbS9zaXRlL3ZpZGVvLWdhbWVzL25pbnRlbmRvL3BjbWNhdDE3NDI0MDczMDU3MTAuYz9pZD1wY21jYXQxNzQyNDA3MzA1NzEwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI2MTVjOWY5Zi1iMWNlLTRiZWItYWEyMS1iYWI1ZWE3OTZhMjkiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmJlc3RidXkuY29tL3NpdGUvdmlkZW8tZ2FtZXMvbmludGVuZG8vcGNtY2F0MTc0MjQwNzMwNTcxMC5jP2lkPXBjbWNhdDE3NDI0MDczMDU3MTAifQ&amp;signature=AQAAARUh5hG4XqDi4mFCyz5mo5EIW7MalDFd2-HrtInFyGBS&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fvideo-games%2Fnintendo%2Fpcmcat1742407305710.c%3Fid%3Dpcmcat1742407305710" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://sovrn.co/1qu1iuu">Best Buy</a>, <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:GameStop;elmt:;cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=ffe106af-8248-4af3-9098-a2d4fd637766&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=615c9f9f-b1ce-4beb-aa21-bab5ea796a29&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=GameStop&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5nYW1lc3RvcC5jb20vcG9wdWxhci1jb25zb2xlcy9uaW50ZW5kby1zd2l0Y2giLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjYxNWM5ZjlmLWIxY2UtNGJlYi1hYTIxLWJhYjVlYTc5NmEyOSIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ2FtZXN0b3AuY29tL3BvcHVsYXItY29uc29sZXMvbmludGVuZG8tc3dpdGNoIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAUonejCHcLSDitpae8s_wWNi0dXwgY-bF6mV2v-YBDbG&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gamestop.com%2Fpopular-consoles%2Fnintendo-switch" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.gamestop.com/popular-consoles/nintendo-switch">GameStop</a>, <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Walmart;elmt:;cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=3719d8d4-5edd-4817-998a-91f3229e7323&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=615c9f9f-b1ce-4beb-aa21-bab5ea796a29&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Walmart&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy53YWxtYXJ0LmNvbS9jcC9uaW50ZW5kby1zd2l0Y2gvNDY0NjUyOT9wb3ZpZD1FVFNfdmdfbmF2cGlsbHNfbmludGVuZG9zZWFyY2hicm93c2Vfc2hvcGFsbG5pbnRlbmRvIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI2MTVjOWY5Zi1iMWNlLTRiZWItYWEyMS1iYWI1ZWE3OTZhMjkiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LndhbG1hcnQuY29tL2NwL25pbnRlbmRvLXN3aXRjaC80NjQ2NTI5P3BvdmlkPUVUU192Z19uYXZwaWxsc19uaW50ZW5kb3NlYXJjaGJyb3dzZV9zaG9wYWxsbmludGVuZG8ifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAaPSKvyVhw_lEKf-cSlzZAKB9kujMj7KR__wfW21TS-g&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fcp%2Fnintendo-switch%2F4646529%3Fpovid%3DETS_vg_navpills_nintendosearchbrowse_shopallnintendo" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.walmart.com/cp/nintendo-switch/4646529?povid=ETS_vg_navpills_nintendosearchbrowse_shopallnintendo">Walmart</a> and others.</p>
  1123. <p>But there's some fine-print attached to pre-ordering directly from Nintendo. According to the <a data-i13n="cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://www.nintendo.com/us/gaming-systems/switch-2/how-to-buy/">pre-order page</a> on Nintendo's site, you must be 18 years or older, sign in with your Nintendo account and register your interest in pre-ordering. Then, you'll be sent an invitation email when it's time to play your pre-order, and the invitation will be valid for 72 hours. And then there's this bit of info: "Invitation emails will be prioritized on a first-come, first-served basis to registrants who have purchased a Nintendo Switch Online membership with a minimum of 12 months of paid membership and a minimum of 50 total gameplay hours, as of April 2, 2025."</p>
  1124. <p>That seems to mean those who have paid for Switch Online in the recent past and those who have spent a good amount of time playing Switch games as of late will get first pick at buying a Switch 2. There's no telling if these same restrictions will apply if you want to pre-order from third-party retailers.</p>
  1125. <h3 id="jump-link-pre-order-the-nintendo-switch-2-from">Pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2 from:</h3>
  1126. <ul>
  1127. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:14;pos:1" href="https://www.nintendo.com/us/gaming-systems/switch-2/how-to-buy/">Nintendo</a></p></li>
  1128. <li><p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:15;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=615c9f9f-b1ce-4beb-aa21-bab5ea796a29&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=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&amp;signature=AQAAAV1-4zJ6SdqWT6-eWvQfcRtaySiyrEe3zqzmt3h3njux&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fstores%2FNintendo%2Fpage%2FBE0EB5D0-0AD6-4564-8BC5-4A129A3A9CFD" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nintendo/page/BE0EB5D0-0AD6-4564-8BC5-4A129A3A9CFD?ref_=ast_bln">Amazon</a></p></li>
  1129. <li><p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Walmart;elmt:;cpos:16;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=3719d8d4-5edd-4817-998a-91f3229e7323&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=615c9f9f-b1ce-4beb-aa21-bab5ea796a29&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Walmart&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy53YWxtYXJ0LmNvbS9pcC9OaW50ZW5kby1Td2l0Y2gtMi1TeXN0ZW0vMTU5NDk2MTA4NDY_cG92aWQ9TmludGVuZG9fRVRTX1ZpZGVvR2FtZXNfU2hvcF9DaGlwX0NvbnNvbGUiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjYxNWM5ZjlmLWIxY2UtNGJlYi1hYTIxLWJhYjVlYTc5NmEyOSIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cud2FsbWFydC5jb20vaXAvTmludGVuZG8tU3dpdGNoLTItU3lzdGVtLzE1OTQ5NjEwODQ2P3BvdmlkPU5pbnRlbmRvX0VUU19WaWRlb0dhbWVzX1Nob3BfQ2hpcF9Db25zb2xlIn0&amp;signature=AQAAARJ-adDVqII34P-GIII1eJYVBOeDHCOsz67qE2B7tq2W&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FNintendo-Switch-2-System%2F15949610846%3Fpovid%3DNintendo_ETS_VideoGames_Shop_Chip_Console" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nintendo-Switch-2-System/15949610846?povid=Nintendo_ETS_VideoGames_Shop_Chip_Console">Walmart</a></p></li>
  1130. <li><p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:GameStop;elmt:;cpos:17;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=ffe106af-8248-4af3-9098-a2d4fd637766&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=615c9f9f-b1ce-4beb-aa21-bab5ea796a29&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=GameStop&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5nYW1lc3RvcC5jb20vcG9wdWxhci1jb25zb2xlcy9uaW50ZW5kby1zd2l0Y2giLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjYxNWM5ZjlmLWIxY2UtNGJlYi1hYTIxLWJhYjVlYTc5NmEyOSIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ2FtZXN0b3AuY29tL3BvcHVsYXItY29uc29sZXMvbmludGVuZG8tc3dpdGNoIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAUonejCHcLSDitpae8s_wWNi0dXwgY-bF6mV2v-YBDbG&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gamestop.com%2Fpopular-consoles%2Fnintendo-switch" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.gamestop.com/popular-consoles/nintendo-switch">GameStop</a></p></li>
  1131. <li><p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Best Buy;elmt:;cpos:18;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=5e0bed65-d2f8-4b34-9b8f-955218c0e37a&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=615c9f9f-b1ce-4beb-aa21-bab5ea796a29&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Best+Buy&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5iZXN0YnV5LmNvbS9zaXRlL3ZpZGVvLWdhbWVzL25pbnRlbmRvL3BjbWNhdDE3NDI0MDczMDU3MTAuYz9pZD1wY21jYXQxNzQyNDA3MzA1NzEwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI2MTVjOWY5Zi1iMWNlLTRiZWItYWEyMS1iYWI1ZWE3OTZhMjkiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmJlc3RidXkuY29tL3NpdGUvdmlkZW8tZ2FtZXMvbmludGVuZG8vcGNtY2F0MTc0MjQwNzMwNTcxMC5jP2lkPXBjbWNhdDE3NDI0MDczMDU3MTAifQ&amp;signature=AQAAARUh5hG4XqDi4mFCyz5mo5EIW7MalDFd2-HrtInFyGBS&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fvideo-games%2Fnintendo%2Fpcmcat1742407305710.c%3Fid%3Dpcmcat1742407305710" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://sovrn.co/1qu1iuu">Best Buy</a></p></li>
  1132. <li><p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Target;elmt:;cpos:19;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=827d7835-78d6-4491-ae04-c042cab1d6e7&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=615c9f9f-b1ce-4beb-aa21-bab5ea796a29&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Target&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy50YXJnZXQuY29tL3AvbmludGVuZG8tc3dpdGNoLTItY29uc29sZS8tL0EtOTQ2OTMyMjUiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjYxNWM5ZjlmLWIxY2UtNGJlYi1hYTIxLWJhYjVlYTc5NmEyOSIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudGFyZ2V0LmNvbS9wL25pbnRlbmRvLXN3aXRjaC0yLWNvbnNvbGUvLS9BLTk0NjkzMjI1In0&amp;signature=AQAAAf-6ao3Kx6l9KnLh4KcF2Nts0aZUnHHU86ZJszxUQVc0&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Fnintendo-switch-2-console%2F-%2FA-94693225" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.target.com/p/nintendo-switch-2-console/-/A-94693225">Target</a></p></li>
  1133. </ul>
  1134. <p>
  1135. <core-commerce id="ba1aad5314d2493abbbd6cdd81e4c9bb" data-type="product-list" data-original-url="https://www.nintendo.com/us/gaming-systems/switch-2/how-to-buy/"></core-commerce></p>
  1136. <h2 id="jump-link-more-switch-2-details">More Switch 2 details</h2>
  1137. <p>We knew from the teaser trailer for the <a data-i13n="cpos:20;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/the-nintendo-switch-2-arrives-on-june-5-132838214.html">Switch 2</a> that Nintendo's new hardware would be bigger and would have a new approach to the detachable Joy-Cons. The new Joy-Con 2 have a new C button, <a data-i13n="cpos:21;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/the-switch-2s-joy-cons-can-double-as-mouse-like-controllers-133355339.html">mouse controls</a> and a built in gyroscope for tilt control. The console has a built-in mic to support a new feature called Game Chat that will let you communicate with friends in-game. The device is indeed a bit larger, with a 7.9-inch LCD screen that supports a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR and a 1080p resolution.</p>
  1138. <p>When docked, you'll be able to play at up to 4K on your TV, and Nintendo says it improved the consoles internal speakers as well. The new dock also has a built-in fan to keep the console cool and help maintain performance during long play sessions. The Switch 2 has dual USB-C ports for charging, and the base storage amount has increased to 256GB. The Switch 2's storage can be expanded like the previous model, but it will only work with newer <a data-i13n="cpos:22;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/computing/accessories/best-microsd-card-130038282.html">microSD</a> Express cards.</p>
  1139. <p>The Switch 2 has a number of <a data-i13n="cpos:23;pos:1" href="https://www.nintendo.com/us/gaming-systems/switch-2/accessories/">accessories</a> that you'll be able to purchase separately as well, including the <a data-i13n="cpos:24;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/the-nintendo-switch-2-offers-built-in-voice-chat-and-screensharing-133334225.html">new Switch 2 camera</a> for $50, a new Switch 2 Pro controller for $80, an extra pair of Joy-Con 2 controllers for $90, a Joy-Con 2 charging grip for $35 and more. However, considering the new question of tariffs, it's unclear if those accessory prices will change before customers can actually order the gear.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/nintendo-switch-2-pre-orders-updates-prices-delays-release-date-and-everything-else-you-need-to-know-140931563.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1188.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Looking for a good VPN service? ExpressVPN is offering one heck of a deal right now. You can snag a 28-month subscription, which is well over two years, <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:ExpressVPN;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=4255ebf1-6185-403e-9be2-91ab47ad1ac3&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=842bda85-b5cf-4292-8d3c-395e1787cf06&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=ExpressVPN&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5leHByZXNzdnBuLmNvbS9vcmRlciIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiODQyYmRhODUtYjVjZi00MjkyLThkM2MtMzk1ZTE3ODdjZjA2Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5leHByZXNzdnBuLmNvbS9vcmRlciJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAUy47K_SlBvOIiolVNsF3UOnZ4gvGwA4HstTW-OawMBM&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expressvpn.com%2Forder" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.expressvpn.com/order"><ins>for 61 percent off the typical price</ins></a>. This boils down to $5 per month, but there’s one catch. You have to pay up front, which comes out to $140.</p>
  1189. <p>That’s a hefty initial payout, but having access to a good VPN service into late 2027 sounds pretty dang nice. To that end, ExpressVPN is one of the more reputable companies out there and it easily made our list of the <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/cybersecurity/vpn/best-vpn-130004396.html"><ins>best VPN providers</ins></a>. We appreciated the speedy connections offered by the service. This isn’t always the case with VPNs. We also didn’t encounter too much lag during our testing.</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
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  1192. <p>It works on a variety of devices, so this isn’t just for the living room desktop. ExpressVPN integrates with mobile gadgets, smart TVs and game consoles, among other items. It’s really the best solution for gamers who travel a lot. It also comes with an in-house password manager, which would eliminate the need for a standalone subscription.</p>
  1193. <p>Truly the only real downside of this service is the price. The regular cost is $13 per month, which is mighty steep. This sale alleviates this concern, at least for 28 months. Spending $5 per month for a VPN of this caliber is something of a no-brainer.</p>
  1194. <p><em>Follow </em><a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/EngadgetDeals"><em>@EngadgetDeals</em></a><em> on X for the latest </em><a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/deals/"><em>tech deals</em></a><em> and </em><a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-tech/"><em>buying advice</em></a><em>.</em></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/expressvpn-two-year-subscriptions-are-61-percent-off-right-now-150758431.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1242.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[EA used LiDAR to model the tracks in F1 25]]></title>
  1243.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Codemasters' <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/f1-2022-uses-real-formula-one-race-day-audio-102534651.html">Formula 1 franchise</a> is back for another lap. Publisher EA says the tracks in <em>F1 2025</em> have a more realistic look and feel, thanks to LiDAR scanning. The new installment arrives on May 30.</p>
  1244. <p>Although EA initially didn't offer much detail about LiDAR's use, it confirmed on Thursday that it involved high-resolution 3D scans of real-world tracks to make them as close to a 1:1 representation as possible. (After all, it's the same tech <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2019-07-12-luminar-affordable-lidar.html">autonomous vehicles use for real-time 3D mapping</a> and object detection.)</p>
  1245. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>EA scanned five tracks on F1 race weekends: Bahrain, Miami, Melbourne, Suzuka and Imola. It then used millions of data points from those batches to recreate the courses for <em>F1 2025</em>. "These tracks now reflect every bump and detail, including safety barriers and fan areas," the company said, adding that LiDAR allowed for "unprecedented accuracy" in this year's installment.</p>
  1246. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-03/c51d59f0-0a72-11f0-af6d-3a7594690090" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-03/c51d59f0-0a72-11f0-af6d-3a7594690090" style="height:1080px;width:1920px;" alt="In-cockpit view from the video game F1 25." data-uuid="f1b14f65-b31a-3f87-bf9d-1b25df861069"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">EA / Codemasters</div></figure>
  1247. <p>In other areas, <em>F1 25</em> overhauls My Team, with players now able to serve as the squad's owner and driver. And in the Braking Point story mode, Konnersport has moved up in the world and is now a highly competitive team battling for championships. But wait, "a dramatic event throws the team into chaos," so rest assured the writing team still understands the importance of using obstacles in storytelling.</p>
  1248. <p>EA is also adding a new race mode with a fun wrinkle: You can race several tracks backward. To be clear, that doesn't mean you'll screech around the circuit with your car in reverse. (Although that may have a twisted fun to it.) Instead, everyone's <em>forward-facing</em> vehicles will drive the tracks opposite their usual direction. If nothing else, it should add more variety to the game.</p>
  1249. <p>Reverse tracks will be available for Silverstone, Zandvoort and the Red Bull Ring. You can kick it in "R" in Grand Prix, Time Trial, Multiplayer modes or add them to Career modes beginning with the game's second season.</p>
  1250. <p><em>F1 25</em> launches on <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UP0006-PPSA24662_00-F12025PS5GAME000/">PS5</a>, <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Microsoft;elmt:;cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=67071605-d4df-494e-8d9c-c9c236b8bb38&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=40056fc5-2ac7-4af1-8f8b-05ed586e1b4c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Microsoft&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi11cy9nYW1lcy9zdG9yZS9mMS0yNS1zdGFuZGFyZC1lZGl0aW9uLzlONzdOVFo2VDZNSyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNDAwNTZmYzUtMmFjNy00YWYxLThmOGItMDVlZDU4NmUxYjRjIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi11cy9nYW1lcy9zdG9yZS9mMS0yNS1zdGFuZGFyZC1lZGl0aW9uLzlONzdOVFo2VDZNSyJ9&amp;signature=AQAAARspmRO5gtWsFN8t9CvMwf_LFKE4_PA6LiTlj5pw910Y&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fen-us%2Fgames%2Fstore%2Ff1-25-standard-edition%2F9N77NTZ6T6MK" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.xbox.com/en-us/games/store/f1-25-standard-edition/9N77NTZ6T6MK">Xbox Series X/S</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3059520/F1_25/">PC</a> on May 30. If you own <em>F1 23</em> or <em>F1 24</em>, you can save 15 percent off your pre-order of the game's Iconic Edition, which typically costs $80 on PC and $90 on consoles. That variant will add post-launch Braking Point chapters that tie into <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/tv-movies/see-brad-pitt-behind-the-wheel-in-the-trailer-for-f1-224420723.html">Apple's upcoming film F1</a>, starring Brad Pitt. Meanwhile, the base game costs $60 on PC and $70 on PlayStation and Xbox.</p>
  1251. <p>You can check out the trailer below, featuring cover star Lewis Hamilton.</p>
  1252. <div id="42041c0361c7453d908b421fb78cf7de"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/u5rWBgBjDsc" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
  1253. <p><strong>Update, April 17, 2025, 11AM ET:</strong> This story has been updated with extra info about LiDAR scanning and reverse tracks.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/ea-used-lidar-to-model-the-tracks-in-f1-25-192206031.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1301.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Wikipedia offers AI developers a training dataset to maybe get scraper bots off its back]]></title>
  1302.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Wikipedia has been <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ai/wikipedia-is-struggling-with-voracious-ai-bot-crawlers-121546854.html?_fsig=Wr5Dq_GeIVF_s2qPwjs2Ig--%7EA"><ins>struggling</ins></a> with the impact that <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/websites-accuse-ai-startup-anthropic-of-bypassing-their-anti-scraping-rules-and-protocol-133022756.html"><ins>AI crawlers</ins></a> — bots that are scraping text and multimedia from the encyclopedia to train generative artificial intelligence models — have been having on its servers, leading to increased costs and slower load times for human users in some cases. Perhaps in an effort to stop the bots from pummeling the public Wikipedia website and soaking up too much bandwidth, the Wikimedia Foundation (which manages Wikipedia&#39;s data) is offering AI developers a dataset they can freely use.</p>
  1303. <p>The organization has teamed up with Kaggle, a data science platform, to offer up a beta release of a structured dataset in both English and French. <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://blog.google/technology/developers/kaggle-wikimedia/"><ins>According to Google</ins></a> — which owns Kaggle — the dataset is formatted for machine learning to make it more useful for training, development and data science.</p>
  1304. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Wikimedia Enterprise <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://enterprise.wikimedia.com/blog/kaggle-dataset/"><ins>notes</ins></a> that the dataset includes &quot;abstracts, short descriptions, infobox-style key-value data, image links and clearly segmented article sections.&quot; There are no references or other &quot;non-prose elements,&quot; such as video clips. The lack of references could make the issue of attribution for information in the dataset somewhat foggy. However, Wikimedia Enterprise (a part of the Wikimedia Foundation that seeks to make Wikipedia data available through APIs) says that the content in the dataset is freely licensed under Creative Commons, the public domain and so on since it&#39;s all from Wikipedia.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/wikipedia-offers-ai-developers-a-training-dataset-to-maybe-get-scraper-bots-off-its-back-143255593.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1352.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[China cracks down on 'autonomous' car claims after fatal accident]]></title>
  1353.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Chinese authorities have banned automakers from using terms such as &quot;smart driving&quot; and &quot;autonomous driving&quot; for ads in the country, according to <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/china-bans-smart-autonomous-driving-terms-vehicle-ads-2025-04-17/"><em>Reuters</em></a>. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has tightened its rules for advertising driving assistance features following a fatal crash involving a Xiaomi SUV7 (pictured above), which raised concerns about the technology&#39;s safety. Based on Xiaomi&#39;s report, the vehicle&#39;s driving assistance mode was switched on when the vehicle was approaching a construction zone, but the driver took control right before the SUV collided with a concrete barrier. The electric vehicle went up in flames, with the accident <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://carnewschina.com/2025/04/01/first-fatal-accident-involving-xiaomi-su7-claims-three-lives-on-chinese-highway/">claiming three lives</a>.&nbsp;</p>
  1354. <p>Back in 2022, the California DMV <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/california-dmv-accuses-tesla-false-advertising-130350292.html">accused Tesla</a> of falsely portraying its vehicles as fully autonomous based on the language it used on its website, though that didn&#39;t lead to a ban on advertising terms. Chinese authorities announced the new rule at a meeting attended by 60 representatives from the automobile industry. In addition to the new advertising rules, they also announced that they&#39;re prohibiting automakers from testing and improving their driver assistance systems via remote software upgrades if they&#39;re already in the hands of customers. If the companies want to roll out updates over the air, they&#39;ll have to secure an approval for them after conducting a battery of tests.&nbsp;</p>
  1355. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>As <em>Reuters</em> noted, there&#39;s a growing competition in the Chinese automotive industry with companies launching vehicles promising &quot;smart driving&quot; capabilities. BYD, the <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://edition.cnn.com/2025/03/26/cars/china-byd-profile-tesla-rival-intl-hnk/index.html">top Chinese EV manufacturer</a> based in Shenzhen, <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/chinas-byd-sell-21-models-with-its-gods-eye-smart-driving-tech-2025-02-10/">rolled out a whopping 21 models</a> of electric vehicles in February, with the company&#39;s free &quot;smart driving&quot; features being one of their main selling points. These automakers may now have to alter their advertising materials in order to comply with the new regulations.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/transportation/china-cracks-down-on-autonomous-car-claims-after-fatal-accident-143026741.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1415.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Gemini live video and screen sharing is now free for Android users]]></title>
  1416.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p><a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://x.com/GeminiApp/status/1912591827087315323?s=19">Google is now offering Gemini live video and screen sharing</a> to just about every Android user who wants them  — totally free. The announcement comes just a couple weeks after Google first rolled out the features. They have been available to all <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ai/gemini-live-video-and-screensharing-starts-rolling-out-to-pixel-9-and-galaxy-s25-phones-151032356.html?_fsig=EBQkxhWqCKg8SSPBH245hA--%7EA">Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy S25 owners</a> and through a <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ai/googles-gemini-deep-research-tool-is-here-to-answer-your-most-complicated-questions-154354424.html?_fsig=bbrDHKVtvQsXAUO55LyqiA--%7EA">Google One AI Premium plan</a> for other Android users with the Gemini app. Now, Google says that &quot;great feedback&quot; has motivated the company &quot;to bring it to more people.&quot;&nbsp;</p>
  1417. <p><a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ai/gemini-live-video-and-screensharing-arrive-on-android-devices-later-this-month-151743457.html?_fsig=bbrDHKVtvQsXAUO55LyqiA--%7EA">Gemini live video and screen share</a> allows you to ask Gemini about anything on your screen or directly in front of you. For example, you can take a picture of an item of clothing and get info about its materials. You can also ask it about something you&#39;ve found on the internet, like a word in a story that you&#39;ve never heard before.&nbsp;</p>
  1418. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><div id="a30ca9d0a792437bb9b0d1820d9b6849"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">We’ve been hearing great feedback on Gemini Live with camera and screen share, so we decided to bring it to more people ✨<br><br>Starting today and over the coming weeks, we&#39;re rolling it out to *all* <a href="https://twitter.com/Android?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Android</a> users with the Gemini app. Enjoy!<br><br>PS If you don’t have the app yet,… <a href="https://t.co/dTsxLZLxNI">https://t.co/dTsxLZLxNI</a></p>— Google Gemini App (@GeminiApp) <a href="https://twitter.com/GeminiApp/status/1912591827087315323?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 16, 2025</a></blockquote> </div>
  1419. <p>Google will be rolling the tools out over the coming weeks to all Androids that are compatible with the Gemini app. According to a Google spokesperson, this is all &quot;Android devices with 2GB of RAM or more, running Android 10 and up.&quot;&nbsp;</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/gemini-live-video-and-screen-sharing-is-now-free-for-android-users-140051993.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1472.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The Google TV Streamer 4K drops to a record low of $79]]></title>
  1473.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Sure, it's getting warmer outside but, if you ask me, there's no reason that should get in the way of watching TV. With that in mind, we're very excited to see that our <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/best-streaming-devices-media-players-123021395.html?_fsig=oyO7NdnEQ1q1dSufhME4xw--%7EA">favorite all-in-one streaming device</a> is now on sale.&nbsp;</p>
  1474. <p>Right now, you can get the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=349e3791-3fc1-4c0d-9251-4c2abb874cc3&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=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&amp;signature=AQAAAfVhafDoMe7mDpjC2tPWMJCAT7mNwiRo92z3Cfig6bEq&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FGoogle-Streamer-Streaming-Entertainment-Porcelain%2Fdp%2FB0D8WJYSF9" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/Google-Streamer-Streaming-Entertainment-Porcelain/dp/B0D8WJYSF9?">Google TV Streamer 4K</a> for $79, down from $100 — a 21 percent discount. This deal is the lowest price we've seen since the device went on sale in October of last year. The low price is (unsurprisingly) available on Amazon, but is also the same if you purchase it directly from <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Google;elmt:;cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=0931b986-736e-47bb-80b9-5f6f8f4ef5ae&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=349e3791-3fc1-4c0d-9251-4c2abb874cc3&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Google&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N0b3JlLmdvb2dsZS5jb20vdXMvcHJvZHVjdC9nb29nbGVfdHZfc3RyZWFtZXI_aGw9ZW4tVVMiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjM0OWUzNzkxLTNmYzEtNGMwZC05MjUxLTRjMmFiYjg3NGNjMyIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yZS5nb29nbGUuY29tL3VzL3Byb2R1Y3QvZ29vZ2xlX3R2X3N0cmVhbWVyP2hsPWVuLVVTIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAeX_w-ZDNmC78J3xxFFQRJ-WO2g_YjzIAgrtbwFFiApe&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fstore.google.com%2Fus%2Fproduct%2Fgoogle_tv_streamer%3Fhl%3Den-US" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://store.google.com/us/product/google_tv_streamer?hl=en-US">Google</a>.&nbsp;</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
  1475. <p>
  1476. <core-commerce id="9eac3cec767c43659278d8c30a001207" data-type="product-list" data-original-url="https://www.amazon.com/Google-Streamer-Streaming-Entertainment-Porcelain/dp/B0D8WJYSF9?"></core-commerce></p>
  1477. <p>We gave the Google TV streamer 4K an <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/google-tv-streamer-review-a-great-side-piece-for-your-tv-with-a-dash-of-smart-home-chops-and-inessential-ai-160034550.html?_fsig=oyO7NdnEQ1q1dSufhME4xw--%7EA">87 in our review</a> thanks to features like its great interface that keeps everything organized and clear, even across different streaming sources. It also has a simple, easy-to-use remote and switches between content very quickly. However, it does require an HDMI cord (which is not included) and doesn't work with Wi-Fi 6 or 6E.&nbsp;</p>
  1478. <p><em>Follow </em><a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/EngadgetDeals"><em>@EngadgetDeals</em></a><em> on X for the latest </em><a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/deals/"><em>tech deals</em></a><em> and </em><a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-tech/"><em>buying advice</em></a><em>.</em></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/the-google-tv-streamer-4k-drops-to-a-record-low-of-79-133539395.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1526.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Strava buys UK-based personalized running plan app Runna]]></title>
  1527.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Strava has exercised its right to expand. A bad pun, yes, but apt considering the <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://press.strava.com/articles/strava-to-acquire-runna-a-leading-running-training-app">exercise tracking app has purchased Runna</a>, a UK-based company that provides its users personalized running plans and coaching. The deal proceeded for an undisclosed sum of money.&nbsp;</p>
  1528. <p>Strava reports that interest in running has grown significantly, with 43 percent of its members wanting to do a big race or event this year. &quot;Running is booming worldwide — nearly 1 billion runs were recorded on Strava in 2024. Runna’s mission to give every runner a personalised plan to achieve their goal is a perfect fit,&quot; Strava CEO Michael Martin stated. &quot;Coming off Strava’s accelerated innovation and unprecedented growth last year, it was the right time to look for complementary businesses that could create even greater value for our users.&quot; Last year, Strava launched features such as a <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/strava-launches-a-family-plan-170002189.html?_fsig=8w0NayG10VeKdff5o01hEQ--%7EA">family plan</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apps/stravas-new-night-heatmaps-look-to-make-subscribers-safer-after-dark-140011174.html?_fsig=8w0NayG10VeKdff5o01hEQ--%7EA">night heat maps</a>.&nbsp;</p>
  1529. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p><a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.runna.com/">Runna</a> launched in 2022, but has since grown to a team of 180 employees working on an app available in 180 countries. According to Martin, Strava and Runna will be kept as separate apps for the time being, with plans to expand the latter&#39;s team and resources.&nbsp;</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/apps/strava-buys-uk-based-personalized-running-plan-app-runna-133044850.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1577.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Nike and Hyperice to release the Hyperboot warm-up footwear for athletes on May 17]]></title>
  1578.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Nike has teamed up with Hyperice, a company that specializes in products meant for muscle recovery and relaxation in athletes, to launch the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Hyperice;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=f02d617b-153f-43f9-a1b9-66d9d1d302bc&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=fbb75f31-33e8-4a5e-af6c-3035c0b04438&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Hyperice&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL2h5cGVyaWNlLmNvbS9wcm9kdWN0cy9oeXBlcmJvb3QtbmlrZS1oeXBlcmljZS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImZiYjc1ZjMxLTMzZTgtNGE1ZS1hZjZjLTMwMzVjMGIwNDQzOCIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9oeXBlcmljZS5jb20vcHJvZHVjdHMvaHlwZXJib290LW5pa2UtaHlwZXJpY2UvIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAV9sKJXnV9IRfsDzT8Jxv81PlMnRfWRQCHKH24Na2MhE&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fhyperice.com%2Fproducts%2Fhyperboot-nike-hyperice%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://hyperice.com/products/hyperboot-nike-hyperice/">Hyperboot</a>. Originally introduced in the summer of 2024, the Hyperboot looks pretty much like a pair of chunky high-top shoes. The companies said it's more than that, however, calling it a "heat and dynamic air-compression massage tool" that you can walk in.</p>
  1579. <p>It's equipped with dual-air bladders with heating elements throughout its entire upper. The Hyperboot was designed to massage its wearer's feet with sequential compression patterns designed to "drive heat deep into the muscle and tissue in the foot and ankle." Apparently, that helps athletes feel like they've already warmed up before they even start their warm-up routine. It also helps them recover much faster. Nike and Hyperice have been testing the Hyperboot with help from athletes, one of whom was Sha'Carri Richardson, Olympic gold medalist for track and field, who said that the device allowed her to "start warming up and recovering while still being mobile."&nbsp;</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
  1580. <p>Wearers will be able to synchronize their boots with the press of a button to make sure they're delivering compressions at the same time. They'll also be able to choose from three levels of compression and three levels of heat. And for those wondering why the boots' soles are so thick, it's because that's where the battery packs are located. They can power the footwear for one to one-and-a-half hours on maximum setting and up to eight hours in massage mode with no heat. It takes five to six hours to charge them.&nbsp;</p>
  1581. <p>The Hyperboot might look like a concept, but it'll soon be something you can actually buy. It will be available from Nike's and <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Hyperice;elmt:;cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=f02d617b-153f-43f9-a1b9-66d9d1d302bc&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=fbb75f31-33e8-4a5e-af6c-3035c0b04438&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Hyperice&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL2h5cGVyaWNlLmNvbS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImZiYjc1ZjMxLTMzZTgtNGE1ZS1hZjZjLTMwMzVjMGIwNDQzOCIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9oeXBlcmljZS5jb20vIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAeXJxqdbjbVzOCw_Lzc6ABMLS-uqEGQ5uQhpk5_-sXlR&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fhyperice.com%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://hyperice.com/">Hyperice's</a> websites, as well as from some of their retail partners, starting on May 17 in North America. They're also planning to release it worldwide later this year.</p>
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  1584. <p></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/wearables/nike-and-hyperice-to-release-the-hyperboot-warm-up-footwear-for-athletes-on-may-17-130019623.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1635.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Recteq debuts the X-Fire Pro dual-mode pellet grill that can sear at 1,250 degrees]]></title>
  1636.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Pellet grills are great for the <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-smart-grills-and-how-to-choose-one-153006286.html">"set it and forget it"</a> style of low-and-slow cooking things like brisket, pork shoulders and other barbecue meats require. And most of them will get hot enough to sear a steak, although not all models offer some type of direct-flame grilling. <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/how-recteqs-dual-chamber-and-griddle-designs-put-a-unique-spin-on-pellet-grills-120025500.html">Recteq</a> thinks it has finally cracked the code with its new <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.recteq.com/products/x-fire-pro-825">X-Fire Pro</a>, a smart pellet grill that <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.recteq.com/explore/x-fire">the company says</a> will replace a gas grill thanks to a 1,250-degree Fahrenheit maximum temperature.&nbsp;</p>
  1637. <p>The X-Fire Pro has two separate modes for both of those styles of cooking: Grill Mode and Smoke Mode. The grill offers a temperature range of 225-1,250 degrees Fahrenheit, so it can do everything in between smoking and searing too. Adaptive Sear Control allows backyard cooks to adjust how much direct flame they want. Turn it all the way up to sear a steak or keep it at a lower level for "classic grilling." And Grill Mode has low, medium and high temperature settings, so using it will feel familiar to anyone who has used a gas grill.&nbsp;</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
  1638. <p>“This is a totally new grill concept for Recteq and the pellet grill category as a whole,” CEO Ralph Santana said in the X-Fire Pro announcement. “Our research indicated that while the majority of gas grillers enjoy their current grilling experience, they wish they could also cook low and slow. So, we challenged ourselves to replicate the hot, fast, open-lid convenience of gas while still delivering that additional control and versatility of pellet grill smoking."&nbsp;</p>
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  1646. <p>With 825 square inches of cooking space, Recteq says you'll have enough capacity for 28 pork chops or 26 burgers, and that should be plenty of room for multiple chickens, briskets or pork shoulders. The hopper holds up to 20 pounds of pellets, which is enough fuel for up to 20 hours of use. Durable materials like stainless steel and cast iron were used for components like the barrel, heat deflector and grill grates.&nbsp;</p>
  1647. <p>The X-Fire Pro is also equipped with Recteq's smart grilling tech, which includes precise PID temperature control for Smoke Mode and the ability to monitor temperatures from afar with Wi-Fi connectivity. This is done with the Recteq app, software that also allows you to make adjustments to the grill from your phone. The X-Fire Pro comes with two meat temperature probes, and those stats get beamed to the app as well.&nbsp;</p>
  1648. <p>The X-Fire Pro is available now from Recteq, Amazon and other retailers in the US for $1,550. The company is also selling a rotisserie spit rod add-on for $250. That price is comparable to Traeger's new <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/home/kitchen-tech/traeger-woodridge-review-a-big-upgrade-for-the-entry-level-pellet-grill-160010591.html">Woodridge Elite</a> that comes with slightly more cooking space, enclosed storage and a side burner. That grill doesn't have an open-lid mode though. <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/home/kitchen-tech/weber-searwood-review-second-times-the-charm-153037440.html">Weber's Searwood</a> does, and the largest version of it clocks in at $1,199.&nbsp;</p>
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  1699.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Pick up the Twelve South AirFly Pro while it's on sale for only $42]]></title>
  1700.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Wireless headphones can make so many situations more convenient, including your commute and any sort of traveling you might do. But airplanes are stuck in the past when it comes to audio tech for travelers. Your wireless headphones won't help you much if you want to catch an in-flight movie — that is, unless you have a <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-travel-tech-for-graduates-123028465.html?">handy gadget</a> like one of Twelve South's AirFly Bluetooth transmitters, which allow you to wirelessly connect with everything from treadmills to TVs.</p>
  1701. <p>Amazon has one of our favorites, the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=1c00ecfe-8ef5-49af-976a-5bbb95d24c99&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQlFaQk1YRDQ_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiMWMwMGVjZmUtOGVmNS00OWFmLTk3NmEtNWJiYjk1ZDI0Yzk5Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQlFaQk1YRDQiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAaIs31Nay1YGBMOggGkVUhANQIl-E6cn5DhorDTHgABy&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0BQZBMXD4" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BQZBMXD4?th=1">AirFly Pro,</a> for only $42 right now, which is 24 percent off its usual $55 price tag. This model lets you pair up to two wireless headphones to access the in-flight entertainment system, so you can finally tell the flight attendants "no, thank you" when they offer you a pair of cheap, wired earbuds.</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
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  1704. <p>The <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/audio/headphones/the-airfly-pro-2-wireless-headphone-dongle-offers-improved-sound-and-volume-control-155811522.html?_fsig=4IuEsCj16D7DK3yfIu53PQ--%7EA">AirFly Pro</a> works with all types of headphones, including Sony, Bose and Beats. The transmitter is small enough to fit in your pocket, but lasts for up to 25 hours — meaning you don't have to bother with charging it mid-travel. Plus, it includes a USB-C cable for whenever it does need a juice up.&nbsp;</p>
  1705. <p><em>Follow </em><a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/EngadgetDeals"><em>@EngadgetDeals</em></a><em> on X for the latest </em><a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/deals/"><em>tech deals</em></a><em> and </em><a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-tech/"><em>buying advice</em></a><em>.</em></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/pick-up-the-twelve-south-airfly-pro-while-its-on-sale-for-only-42-131547286.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1753.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Archer outlines its plan to use air taxis between New York's major airports]]></title>
  1754.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>One of the more serious players in the air taxi game, <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/fiat-chrysler-teams-with-archer-to-build-an-allelectric-passenger-plane-130001850.html">Archer</a>, has just unveiled routes for a potential service in New York City. Its <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://archer.com/aircraft">Midnight aircraft</a> would shuttle passengers from Manhattan to JFK, LaGuardia and Newark airpots in five to 15 minutes, potentially shaving an hour or more from typical driving times. However, Archer didn&#39;t provide any dates for the start of the service and all of this could be derailed by regulatory bodies, particularly the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).</p>
  1755. <p>Any news about air taxis should come with the caveat that no such services are operating yet, even though startups have been trying <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2013-11-22-e-volo-volocoptor-video.html">for a decade or more</a>. With that said, Archer has partnered with a number of established aviation and other companies including <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/fiat-chrysler-teams-with-archer-to-build-an-allelectric-passenger-plane-130001850.html?">Fiat Chrysler</a> and United Airlines, along with fixed base operators (FBOs) like Signature Aviation and Atlantic Aviation. Archer also previously announced proposed air taxi networks in San Francisco, Los Angeles and <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/united-and-archer-will-open-an-air-taxi-route-to-chicagos-ohare-airport-in-2025-191352804.html">Chicago</a>.&nbsp;</p>
  1756. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Archer&#39;s plan is to have you book air taxi rides as an &quot;add-on&quot; to traditional flights. You&#39;d launch from existing Manhattan facilities, namely the East 34th Street Heliport, Downtown Skyport and West 30th Street Heliport.  From there, you&#39;d be able to fly to &quot;vertiports&quot; at JFK, LaGuardia and Newark airpots, along with locations at other regional airports. Flights would be aboard the company&#39;s human-piloted, four-passenger Midnight aircraft with 12 rotors, six batteries and a range of 20-50 miles.&nbsp;</p>
  1757. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/1b9a6800-1b6b-11f0-99f5-35823d14f310" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/1b9a6800-1b6b-11f0-99f5-35823d14f310" style="height:1125px;width:1999px;" alt="Archer planned New York Air Taxi Network" data-uuid="3048f556-f54e-375d-9232-7c73767eaa03"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Archer</div></figure>
  1758. <p>Archer does have United Airlines, New York&#39;s Port Authority and the New York City Economic Development Corportation (NYCEDC) all on board. However, it hasn&#39;t provided important details like the number of potential flights per day, operating hours and more. That information would be vital to the FAA, which must decide if the service is safe for passengers, other aircraft and people on the ground.</p>
  1759. <p>That&#39;s an undertaking that could require a lot of time and cost, and Archer&#39;s VTOL aircraft still hasn&#39;t received its FAA type certification required for any operations. The company did receive the FAA&#39;s final airworthiness criteria, though, making it one of only two air taxi companies with that certification along with rival <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/joby-aviation-says-it-completed-a-523-mile-test-flight-of-a-hydrogen-powered-air-taxi-154111466.html?_fsig=BY439mkbIs95TyPn_ACEyA--%7EA">Joby Aviation</a>. The only air taxi company to obtain type certification from an aviation regulator is EHang from China&#39;s Civil Aviation Administration (CAAC).&nbsp;</p>
  1760. <p>The air taxi game is risky for startups, too. Late last year one of Archer&#39;s VTOL rivals, Lilium <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/transportation/flying-taxi-maker-lillium-lays-off-1000-workers-and-ceases-operations-160025593.html?_fsig=E_CeKY8hqRGonRwiIeG_Eg--%7EA">ceased operations</a>, laying off 1,000 people, despite successful <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://lilium.com/newsroom-detail/watch-a-complete-lilium-jet-test-flight">flight tests</a>.&nbsp;</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/transportation/archer-outlines-its-plan-to-use-air-taxis-between-new-yorks-major-airports-123024903.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1817.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Get a Blink Mini 2 security camera for half off right now]]></title>
  1818.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Whether you're planning a long vacation or just want more peace of mind, a security camera can make a big difference in your life. Now, our choice for <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/home/smart-home/best-security-camera-130035012.html">best budget security camera</a> is half off, making safety all the more accessible. You can pick up the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=4a1b35d9-303a-422c-879d-c4e9ab9766b3&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQldYMzlSNVc_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNGExYjM1ZDktMzAzYS00MjJjLTg3OWQtYzRlOWFiOTc2NmIzIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQldYMzlSNVciLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAbjeYqhLeGDlETTLI3eU_ScGSHYs9bu5j043KXn60yZH&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0BWX39R5W" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWX39R5W?th=1">newest Blink Mini 2</a> for $20, down from $40 — a deal last seen during <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/deals/amazon-spring-sale-tech-deals-the-best-sales-you-can-still-get-from-apple-bose-irobot-dyson-and-others-130607704.html">Amazon's Spring Sale</a>.</p>
  1819. <p>The Blink Mini 2 offers a great device for the price. It's easy to set up and can be used outside (with a separately purchased water-resistant power adapter). It also has a 1080p HD live view with a built-in spotlight and night vision in color.&nbsp;</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
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  1822. <p>If you're in need of multiple Blink Mini 2 cameras then you can take advantage of multi-pack deals. Right now, the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=4a1b35d9-303a-422c-879d-c4e9ab9766b3&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQldXWlk4Rks_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNGExYjM1ZDktMzAzYS00MjJjLTg3OWQtYzRlOWFiOTc2NmIzIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQldXWlk4RksiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAc5YiESeFWns7H4C8vzNIge4G5UAoYaNVKX7O8pb8155&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0BWWZY8FK" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWWZY8FK?th=1">two-pack of Blink Mini 2s</a> is down to $38 from $70 — a 46 percent sale. A <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=4a1b35d9-303a-422c-879d-c4e9ab9766b3&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQ1JaN1dXMlI_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNGExYjM1ZDktMzAzYS00MjJjLTg3OWQtYzRlOWFiOTc2NmIzIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQ1JaN1dXMlIiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAQLbvhAv3q-hzaKn_rI0WaVLY6BnTTrIBjxFKJW5I3p1&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0CRZ7WW2R" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRZ7WW2R?th=1">trio of the cameras</a> is 45 percent off, down to $55 from $100.&nbsp;</p>
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  1877.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The best VPN service for 2025]]></title>
  1878.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Virtual private networks (VPNs) are notoriously difficult to work with. Maybe you’re a remote worker who has to sign in to one each day to access company services, or you tried it once because you heard you could use it to access international content, but were met with laggy service and frequent disruptions. Today’s VPNs don’t have to come with those headaches. We tested nine of the best VPN services available now to come up with our top picks, and lay out what you should know before paying for one.<br><br>We tested nine of the most popular VPN services available now to come up with our top picks, and lay out what you should know before paying for one. Our top pick remains <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-100230748-13792482">ProtonVPN</a> thanks to its easy-to-use interface, no-logs policy and open-source framework, while other popular options like NordVPN didn't quite make the cut. While we think ProtonVPN is the best VPN for most people, we lay out other good options you can consider, too.</p>
  1879. <h2 id="jump-link-table-of-contents">Table of contents</h2>
  1880. <ul>
  1881. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-best-vpns-of-2025">Best VPNs of 2025</a></p></li>
  1882. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-what-is-a-vpn">What is a VPN?</a></p></li>
  1883. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-are-vpns-worth-it">Are VPNs worth it?</a></p></li>
  1884. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-how-we-tested-vpns">How we tested VPNs</a></p></li>
  1885. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-other-vpn-services-our-experts-tested">Other VPN services our experts tested</a></p></li>
  1886. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-vpn-faqs">VPN FAQs</a></p></li>
  1887. </ul>
  1888. <h2 id="jump-link-best-vpns-for-2025">Best VPNs for 2025</h2>
  1889. <p>
  1890. <core-commerce id="63c0a858cd424cbbbd8fc054923c35ae" data-type="product-list"></core-commerce></p>
  1891. <p>
  1892. <core-commerce id="f8701bd670c5472686c44193ba20ad5d" data-type="product-list" data-original-url="https://windscribe.com/features/use-for-free"></core-commerce></p>
  1893. <p>
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  1895. <p>
  1896. <core-commerce id="ed180ae1676a46bba2e5e1f51aeeaa1e" data-type="product-list"></core-commerce></p>
  1897. <p>
  1898. <core-commerce id="37f324eb5c3d464e86dd6baef0d952a3" data-type="product-list" data-original-url="https://surfshark.com/deals"></core-commerce></p>
  1899. <p></p>
  1900. <h2 id="jump-link-what-is-a-vpn">What is a VPN?</h2>
  1901. <p>VPNs, or virtual private networks, mask your IP address and the identity of your computer or mobile device on the network and creating an encrypted "tunnel" that prevents your internet service provider (ISP) from accessing data about your browsing history. VPNs are not a one-size-fits-all security solution, though.</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
  1902. <p>Instead, they’re just one part of keeping your data private and secure. <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://eecs.engin.umich.edu/people/ensafi-roya/">Roya Ensafi</a>, assistant professor of computer science and engineering at the University of Michigan, told Engadget that VPNs don’t protect against common threats like phishing attacks, nor do they protect your data from being stolen. Much of the data or information is stored with the VPN provider instead of your ISP, which means that using a poorly designed or unprotected network can still undermine your security. But they do come in handy for online privacy when you’re connecting to an untrusted network somewhere public because they tunnel and encrypt your traffic to the next hop.</p>
  1903. <p>That means <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/us-congress-wants-the-ftc-to-regulate-the-vpn-industry-074102207.html">sweeping claims</a> that seem promising, like military-grade encryption or total digital invisibility, may not be totally accurate. Instead, <a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://yaelwrites.com/">Yael Grauer</a>, program manager of Consumer Reports’ online security guide, recommends looking for security features like open-source software with reproducible builds, up-to-date support for industry-standard protocols like <a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://www.wireguard.com/">WireGuard</a> (CR's preferred protocol) or <a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://www.cloudflare.com/learning/network-layer/what-is-ipsec/">IPsec</a>, and the ability to defend against attack vectors like brute force.</p>
  1904. <h3 id="jump-link-read-more">Read more:</h3>
  1905. <ul>
  1906. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/cybersecurity/vpn/how-to-use-a-vpn-on-your-iphone-124543616.html">How to use a VPN on your iPhone</a></p></li>
  1907. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:14;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/how-to-stream-video-to-your-tv-using-a-vpn-023736315.html">How to stream video to your TV using a VPN</a></p></li>
  1908. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:15;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/cybersecurity/vpn/how-to-stream-using-a-vpn-on-your-google-tv-or-chromecast-140619331.html">How to stream using a VPN on your Google TV or Chromecast</a></p></li>
  1909. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:16;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/cybersecurity/vpn/how-to-stream-via-a-vpn-on-roku-130009403.html">How to stream via a VPN on Roku</a></p></li>
  1910. </ul>
  1911. <h2 id="jump-link-understanding-vpns-and-your-needs">Understanding VPNs and your needs</h2>
  1912. <p>Before considering a VPN, make sure your online security is up to date in other ways. That means complex passwords, multi-factor authentication methods and locking down your data sharing preferences. Even then, you probably don’t need to be using a VPN all the time.</p>
  1913. <p>“If you're just worried about somebody sitting there passively and looking at your data then a VPN is great,” <a data-i13n="cpos:17;pos:1" href="https://search.asu.edu/profile/3584805">Jed Crandall</a>, an associate professor at Arizona State University, told Engadget.</p>
  1914. <p>That brings us to some of the most common uses cases for VPNs. If you use public WiFi networks a lot, like while working at a coffee shop, then VPN usage can help give you private internet access. They’re also helpful for hiding information from other people on your ISP if you don’t want members of your household to know what you’re up to online.</p>
  1915. <p>Geoblocking has also become a popular use case as it helps you reach services in other parts of the world. For example, you can access shows that are only available on <a data-i13n="cpos:18;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-video-streaming-services-133000093.html">streaming services</a>, like Netflix, Hulu or Amazon Prime, in other countries, or play online games with people located all over the globe.</p>
  1916. <p>There are also a few common VPN features that you should consider before deciding if you want to use one, and which is best for you:</p>
  1917. <h3 id="jump-link-what-is-split-tunneling">What is split tunneling?</h3>
  1918. <p>Split tunneling allows you to route some traffic through your VPN, while other traffic has direct access to the internet. This can come in handy when you want to protect certain activity online without losing access to local network devices, or services that work best with location sharing enabled.</p>
  1919. <h3 id="jump-link-what-is-a-double-vpn">What is a double VPN?</h3>
  1920. <p>A double VPN, otherwise known as multi-hop VPN or a VPN chain, passes your online activity through two different VPN servers one right after the other. For VPN services that support this, users are typically able to choose which two servers they want their traffic to pass through. As you might expect, this provides an extra layer of security.</p>
  1921. <h2 id="jump-link-are-vpns-worth-it">Are VPNs worth it?</h2>
  1922. <p>Whether or not VPNs are worth it depends how often you could use it for the above use cases. If you travel a lot and rely on public WiFi or hotspots, are looking to browse outside of your home country or want to keep your traffic hidden from your ISP, then investing in a VPN will be useful. But, keep in mind that even the best VPN services often slow down your internet connection speed, so they may not be ideal all the time.</p>
  1923. <p>In today's world, we recommend not relying on a VPN connection as your main cybersecurity tool. VPN use can provide a false sense of security, leaving you vulnerable to attack. Plus, if you choose just any VPN, it may not be as secure as just relying on your ISP. That’s because the VPN could be based in a country with weaker data privacy regulation, obligated to hand information over to law enforcement or linked to weak user data protection policies.</p>
  1924. <p>For VPN users working in professions like activism or journalism that want to really strengthen their internet security, options like the Tor browser may be a worthwhile alternative, according to Crandall. Tor is free, and while it's less user-friendly, it’s built for anonymity and privacy.</p>
  1925. <h2 id="jump-link-how-we-tested-vpns">How we tested VPNs</h2>
  1926. <p>To test the security specs of different VPNs and name our top picks, we relied on pre-existing academic work through <a data-i13n="cpos:19;pos:1" href="https://www.consumerreports.org/vpn-services/mullvad-ivpn-mozilla-vpn-top-consumer-reports-vpn-testing-a9588707317/">Consumer Reports</a>, <a data-i13n="cpos:20;pos:1" href="https://vpnalyzer.org/">VPNalyzer</a> and other sources. We referenced privacy policies, transparency reports and security audits made available to the public. We also considered past security incidents like data breaches.</p>
  1927. <p>We looked at price, usage limits, effects on internet speed, possible use cases, ease of use, general functionality and additional “extra” VPN features like multihop. The VPNs were tested across iOS, Android and Mac devices so we could see the state of the mobile apps across various platforms (Windows devices are also supported in most cases). We used the “quick connect” feature on the VPN apps to connect to the “fastest” provider available when testing internet speed, access to IP address data and DNS and WebRTC leaks or when a fault in the encrypted tunnel reveals requests to an ISP.</p>
  1928. <p>Otherwise, we conducted a test of geoblocking content by accessing Canada-exclusive Netflix releases, a streaming test by watching a news livestream on YouTube via a Hong Kong-based VPN and a gaming test by playing on servers in the United Kingdom. By performing these tests at the same time, it also allowed us to test claims about simultaneous device use. Here are the VPN services we tested:</p>
  1929. <ul>
  1930. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:21;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-100230748-14437997">ExpressVPN</a></p></li>
  1931. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:22;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=c52a3d27-2d9a-44d8-8cf2-6f6387b122a0&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=NordVPN&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiJjNTJhM2QyNy0yZDlhLTQ0ZDgtOGNmMi02ZjYzODdiMTIyYTAiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9ub3JkdnBuLmNvbS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImFkOTE1MDhiLWJiZTEtNDRlOC1hNzE2LTAyNzI0Y2JjYTNhYyJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAQXft9OD6rLKuE3EeJnnHBCc242IE-XnNcv8hGIe48D_&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fnordvpn.com%2F">NordVPN</a></p></li>
  1932. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:23;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=6119f7ca-bf13-40ba-b3f6-2a335a8890f6&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=surfshark&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2MTE5ZjdjYS1iZjEzLTQwYmEtYjNmNi0yYTMzNWE4ODkwZjYiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9zdXJmc2hhcmsuY29tLyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiYWQ5MTUwOGItYmJlMS00NGU4LWE3MTYtMDI3MjRjYmNhM2FjIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAew67IgxBRqcZ6LIo58dh_RnSNSjrwxb8YksKDxdubiq&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fsurfshark.com%2Fdeals">Surfshark</a></p></li>
  1933. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:24;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-100230748-13792482">Proton VPN</a></p></li>
  1934. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:25;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=1c695770-3d23-4adf-9f4f-c595e9124f3b&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=TunnelBear&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiIxYzY5NTc3MC0zZDIzLTRhZGYtOWY0Zi1jNTk1ZTkxMjRmM2IiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudHVubmVsYmVhci5jb20vIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJhZDkxNTA4Yi1iYmUxLTQ0ZTgtYTcxNi0wMjcyNGNiY2EzYWMifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAWmLU8w1OqAlasUVR9oUII9dIM0UOkRgiKVV2zB9ShaL&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tunnelbear.com%2F">TunnelBear</a></p></li>
  1935. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:26;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=611316b6-01c7-4271-8c69-1aaf6d7108ac&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Bitdefender&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2MTEzMTZiNi0wMWM3LTQyNzEtOGM2OS0xYWFmNmQ3MTA4YWMiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYml0ZGVmZW5kZXIuY29tL3NvbHV0aW9ucy92cG4uaHRtbCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiYWQ5MTUwOGItYmJlMS00NGU4LWE3MTYtMDI3MjRjYmNhM2FjIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAf2reOHxw0jaFi1jiRPDJtR3Y5YHJSajvTuMNHmB-SgL&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bitdefender.com%2Fsolutions%2Fvpn.html">Bitdefender VPN</a></p></li>
  1936. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:27;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=9fd99815-3196-46cf-9b6f-707caf84c282&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=CyberGhost&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI5ZmQ5OTgxNS0zMTk2LTQ2Y2YtOWI2Zi03MDdjYWY4NGMyODIiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuY3liZXJnaG9zdHZwbi5jb20vZW5fVVMvIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJhZDkxNTA4Yi1iYmUxLTQ0ZTgtYTcxNi0wMjcyNGNiY2EzYWMifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAbdpm0QDvyQD5IH5XMG0vgx732Wi0D5g6CgSmbUNZ9ln&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cyberghostvpn.com%2Fen_US%2F">CyberGhost</a></p></li>
  1937. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:28;pos:1" href="https://windscribe.com/features/use-for-free">Windscribe</a></p></li>
  1938. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:29;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL2F0bGFzdnBuLmNvbS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImFkOTE1MDhiLWJiZTEtNDRlOC1hNzE2LTAyNzI0Y2JjYTNhYyJ9&amp;signature=AQAAASeETI9dS6ZPxbToUph0S5NWTograPEVPjPRVP931t6V&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fatlasvpn.com%2F">Atlas VPN</a></p></li>
  1939. </ul>
  1940. <p><strong>Read more:</strong> <a data-i13n="cpos:30;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-password-manager-134639599.html">The best password managers for 2023</a></p>
  1941. <h2 id="jump-link-other-vpn-services-our-experts-tested">Other VPN services our experts tested</h2>
  1942. <h3 id="jump-link-nordvpn">NordVPN</h3>
  1943. <p>NordVPN didn’t quite make the cut because it’s overhyped, and underwhelming. As I've written in <a data-i13n="cpos:31;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/nordvpn-review-a-bit-too-overhyped-for-the-price-163100341.html">our full review of NordVPN</a>, the pricing, up to $14.49 for a “complete” subscription, seemed high compared to other services, and its free or lower cost plans just didn’t have the same wide variety of features as its competitors.&nbsp;</p>
  1944. <h3 id="jump-link-tunnelbear">TunnelBear</h3>
  1945. <p>Despite the cute graphics and user friendliness, TunnelBear wasn’t a top choice. It failed numerous basic security tests from Consumer Reports, and had limited availability across platforms like Linux. It did, however, get a major security boost in July when it updated<a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:TunnelBear;elmt:;cpos:32;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=1c695770-3d23-4adf-9f4f-c595e9124f3b&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=ad91508b-bbe1-44e8-a716-02724cbca3ac&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=TunnelBear&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy50dW5uZWxiZWFyLmNvbS9ibG9nL3R1bm5lbGJlYXItaW1wbGVtZW50cy1zdXBwb3J0LWZvci13aXJlZ3VhcmQvIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJhZDkxNTA4Yi1iYmUxLTQ0ZTgtYTcxNi0wMjcyNGNiY2EzYWMiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnR1bm5lbGJlYXIuY29tL2Jsb2cvdHVubmVsYmVhci1pbXBsZW1lbnRzLXN1cHBvcnQtZm9yLXdpcmVndWFyZC8ifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAZVsovGoMmgtQMFEW-WhipOnxjd0pe3Xdz31PQIZ0cVf&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tunnelbear.com%2Fblog%2Ftunnelbear-implements-support-for-wireguard%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.tunnelbear.com/blog/tunnelbear-implements-support-for-wireguard/"> to support WireGuard protocol</a> across more of its platforms.</p>
  1946. <h3 id="jump-link-bitdefender-vpn">Bitdefender VPN</h3>
  1947. <p>Bitdefender doesn’t offer support for devices like routers, which limits its cross-platform accessibility. It also lacked a transparency report or third-party audit to confirm security specs.</p>
  1948. <h3 id="jump-link-atlas-vpn">Atlas VPN</h3>
  1949. <p>Atlas ranked lower on our speed tests compared to the other VPNs tested, with a notably slower difference on web browsing and streaming tests. It was a good option otherwise, but could easily cause headaches for those chasing high speed connections. Security-wise, an Atlas VPN vulnerability <a data-i13n="cpos:33;pos:1" href="https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/atlas-vpn-zero-day-vulnerability-leaks-users-real-ip-address/">leaked Linux users’ real IP addresses</a>.</p>
  1950. <h2 id="jump-link-vpn-faqs">VPN FAQs</h2>
  1951. <h3 id="jump-link-what-are-some-things-vpns-are-used-for">What are some things VPNs are used for?</h3>
  1952. <p>VPNs are traditionally used to protect your internet traffic. If you’re connected to an untrusted network like public WiFi in a cafe, using a VPN hides what you do from the internet service provider. Then, the owner of the WiFi or hackers trying to get into the system can’t see the identity of your computer or your browsing history.</p>
  1953. <p>A common non-textbook use case for VPNs has been accessing geographically restricted content. VPNs can mask your location, so even if you’re based in the United States, they can make it appear as if you’re browsing abroad and unblock access. This is especially useful for streaming content that’s often limited to certain countries, like if you want to watch Canadian Netflix from the US.</p>
  1954. <h3 id="jump-link-what-information-does-a-vpn-hide">What information does a VPN hide?</h3>
  1955. <p>A VPN doesn’t hide all of your data. It only hides information like your IP address, location and browser history. A common misconception is that VPNs can make you totally invisible online. But keep in mind that the VPN provider often still has access to all of this information, so it doesn’t grant you total anonymity. You’re also still vulnerable to phishing attacks, hacking and other cyberthreats that you should be mindful of by implementing strong passwords and multi-factor authentication.</p>
  1956. <h3 id="jump-link-are-vpns-safe">Are VPNs safe?</h3>
  1957. <p>Generally, yes. VPNs are a safe and reliable way to encrypt and protect your internet data. But like most online services, the safety specifics vary from provider to provider. You can use resources like third-party audits, <a data-i13n="cpos:34;pos:1" href="https://www.consumerreports.org/vpn-services/mullvad-ivpn-mozilla-vpn-top-consumer-reports-vpn-testing-a9588707317/">Consumer Reports reviews</a>, transparency reports and privacy policies to understand the specifics of your chosen provider.</p>
  1958. <h3 id="jump-link-can-you-get-a-vpn-on-your-phone">Can you get a VPN on your phone?</h3>
  1959. <p>Yes, you can use a VPN on your phone. Most major VPN services have mobile apps you can install on iPhones and Android devices so you can connect on your phone to protect your mobile browsing.</p>
  1960. <h3 id="jump-link-what-about-googles-one-vpn">What about Google’s One VPN?</h3>
  1961. <p>Google One subscriptions include access to <a data-i13n="cpos:35;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/google-ones-vpn-will-soon-be-available-to-all-subscribers-170006417.html">the company’s VPN</a>, which works similarly to other VPNs on our list, hiding your online activity from network operators. However, Google announced recently that it plans to <a data-i13n="cpos:36;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/google-one-is-shutting-down-its-vpn-feature-later-this-year-063507780.html">shut down the One VPN</a> because "people simply weren’t using it." There's no specific date for the shutdown, with Google simply saying it will discontinue the service sometime in 2024. Pixel phone owners, however, will continue to have access to the free VPN available on their devices.</p>
  1962. <h2 id="jump-link-recent-updates">Recent updates</h2>
  1963. <p><strong>April 2025:</strong> Updated for timeliness and to ensure our top picks are still current.</p>
  1964. <p><strong>October 2024:</strong> Added a "read more" section with links to additional VPN content.</p>
  1965. <p><strong>June 2024:</strong> Updated to include table of contents.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/cybersecurity/vpn/best-vpn-130004396.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2016.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The best Apple Arcade games for 2025]]></title>
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  2018. <h2 id="jump-link-best-apple-arcade-games-of-2025">Best Apple Arcade games of 2025</h2>
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  2049. <h2 id="jump-link-what-is-apple-arcade">What is Apple Arcade?</h2>
  2050. <p>Apple originally released Apple Arcade with the promise of high-quality, exclusive games that are playable across basically every device the company makes. That includes the iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV (though you need a controller for the latter). Over time, Apple started allowing games originally launched in the App Store as well, provided that they met certain criteria. All Apple Arcade games are ad-free and have no in-app purchases, something that really helps differentiate its offerings over the flood of low-quality games in the App Store.</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
  2051. <p>While Apple Arcade launched with a pretty excellent lineup, additional games have unfortunately been fewer and farther between in recent years. Apple has also pulled a number of games from the service, including some of the best ones you could get like <em>Sayonara Wild Hearts, Cozy Grove, Assemble with Care, Shinsekai: Into the Depths</em> and numerous others. It’s a reminder that with a subscription service, things can go away at any time.</p>
  2052. <p>While we’re not seeing the same cadence of high-quality original games on Apple Arcade as we did a few years ago, I still think the service is worth the $7 per month or $50 per year subscription if you do a lot of gaming on your phone. Some of the best games in the history of the App Store are here (anything with a “plus” symbol denotes a game that was originally sold in the App Store and then brought to Apple Arcade), and there are still a number of excellent originals worth playing. It is worth noting that the “plus” games were not designed with Mac or Apple TV playback in mind and thus only work on an iPhone or iPad. These 16 games are some of the best you can play, and there are a bunch more I want to try for future inclusion on this list. In the meantime, this should be more than enough to get you started.</p>
  2053. <p><em>Check out our entire </em><a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/best-games/"><em>Best Games series</em></a><em> including the </em><a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-21-best-nintendo-switch-games-in-2024-183005073.html"><em>best Nintendo Switch games</em></a><em>, the </em><a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-best-ps5-games-for-2024-top-playstation-titles-to-play-right-now-144653417.html"><em>best PS5 games</em></a><em>, the </em><a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-xbox-games-140022399.html"><em>best Xbox games</em></a><em>, the </em><a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-best-pc-games-150000910.html"><em>best PC games</em></a><em> and the </em><a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-free-games-163045609.html"><em>best free games</em></a><em> you can play today.</em></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/best-apple-arcade-games-140053796.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2134.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[American Airlines will provide inflight Wi-Fi for free starting next year]]></title>
  2135.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>American Airlines has announced plans to finally offer <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://news.aa.com/news/news-details/2025/Connecting-the-world-American-Airlines-to-provide-complimentary-inflight-Wi-Fi-sponsored-by-ATT-MKG-OB-04/default.aspx">free Wi-Fi on flights</a>. The company said that its AT&amp;T-sponsored program will start offering free, high-speed Wi-Fi "across more than 2 million American flights per year" in January 2026.</p>
  2136. <p>To be able to access free Wi-Fi you'll have to be a member of American's AAdvantage loyalty program, but once you're signed up, all you'll need to do is log in to access the internet. Wi-Fi will be offered on planes with "Viasat and Intelsat high-speed satellite connectivity", according to American, which includes 90 percent of the airline's fleet. "American is also on pace to outfit more than 500 regional aircraft with high-speed Wi-Fi by the end of 2025," the company says.</p>
  2137. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Nearly every major US-based airline offer some kind of free Wi-Fi program, and they're all able to do so thanks to satellite connectivity. United started <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/transportation/united-will-start-testing-starlink-on-flights-in-february-130047392.html">using Starlink</a> for Wi-Fi earlier this year, and both <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/hawaiian-airlines-spacex-starlink-free-internet-131056087.html">Hawaiian Airlines</a> and <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/delta-starlink-satellite-internet-trial-081226116.html">Delta</a> ran tests with SpaceX's satellite internet service back in 2022. Delta <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/delta-is-bringing-free-wi-fi-to-domestic-flights-starting-on-february-1st-2023-100521749.html">ultimately went with Viasat</a> for its T-Mobile-sponsored Wi-Fi program in 2023, with the same loyalty program requirement as American Airlines.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/transportation/american-airlines-will-provide-inflight-wi-fi-for-free-starting-next-year-211243870.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2179.                                <media:description><![CDATA[FILE PHOTO: An American Airlines commercial aircraft flies over Washington as it approaches to land at Dulles International Airport, as seen from Washington, U.S., August 5, 2024. REUTERS/ Umit Bektas/File Photo]]></media:description>
  2180.                                <media:title><![CDATA[An American Airlines commercial aircraft flies over Washington as it approaches to land at Dulles International Airport]]></media:title>
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  2185.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Zoom is back up after outages this afternoon]]></title>
  2186.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Zoom went down for many of its users this afternoon. People began experiencing issues with video conferencing service over the past few hours, peaking at more than 60,000 reports on <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://downdetector.com/status/zoom/">DownDetector</a>. Zoom shared an <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://status.zoom.us/incidents/pw9r9vnq5rvk">update</a> acknowledging the problems and <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://x.com/Zoom/status/1912605198616232315">posted</a> on X that "a restore is underway." Around 5PM ET, the company <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://x.com/Zoom/status/1912610181101547612">stated</a> that normal service has resumed.&nbsp;</p>
  2187. <p>On the down side, people may have been unable to connect to their meetings and calls during the workday. On the positive side, people may have been unable to connect to their meetings and calls during the workday.</p>
  2188. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>It's been a bad day for online services, as Spotify <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/apps/spotify-is-down-the-music-streaming-services-outage-is-not-a-security-hack-143552014.html">went down</a> for several hours earlier today.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/apps/zoom-is-back-up-after-outages-this-afternoon-210704980.html?src=rss]]></description>
  2189.                                                                                         <link><![CDATA[https://www.engadget.com/apps/zoom-is-back-up-after-outages-this-afternoon-210704980.html?src=rss]]></link>
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  2192.                                                                                        <dc:creator><![CDATA[Anna Washenko]]></dc:creator>
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  2230.                                <media:description><![CDATA[BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 4: A logo sits illuminated outside the Zoom booth at ISE 2025 on February 4, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), the second largest professional congress to be held in Barcelona this year, expects to attract more than 80,000 attendants. ISE occupies the entire Fira Barcelona space and has more than 1,600 exhibiting companies. One of the major novelties this year is the installation of an area dedicated to eSports. (Photo by Cesc Maymo/Getty Images)]]></media:description>
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  2236.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Sony raises PlayStation Plus prices in Canada]]></title>
  2237.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Sony is jacking up <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/playstation/hogwarts-legacy-and-blue-prince-come-to-playstation-plus-game-catalog-in-april-175501864.html">PlayStation Plus</a> prices in Canada. In an email to Engadget's Kris Holt, the company said the increase would apply to subscribers' first payments on or after June 24. The price hikes are now live on the PS Plus <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.playstation.com/en-ca/ps-plus/#subscriptions">website</a> for new Canadian subscribers. They vary depending on the tier and billing period but range from 12 to 22 percent higher than they were yesterday.</p>
  2238. <p>The new Canadian prices for PS Plus Premium are CA$25 monthly (up from $21), $69 for three months (from $60) and — <em>yikes</em> — $225 for a year (from $190). Meanwhile, Extra members will now pay $21 monthly (from $18), $56 for three months (from $50) and $190 annually (from $155). Finally, Essential subscribers' prices go up to $14 monthly (from $12), $35 for three months (from $30) and $110 annually (from $95).</p>
  2239. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/05cb0b50-1b03-11f0-bf2d-14eae847ff71" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/05cb0b50-1b03-11f0-bf2d-14eae847ff71" style="height:1028px;width:2468px;" alt="Screenshot of new PS Plus prices in Canada." data-uuid="d5450856-7138-336b-bf26-b93c17107b66"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Sony</div></figure>
  2240. <p>Other countries saw (previously announced) price increases go into effect on Wednesday. These include — <em>deep breath</em> — Australia, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru and Uruguay. So far, we haven't seen or heard of any US or UK price increases.</p>
  2241. <p>The company didn't mention the elephant in the room — <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/smartphones-computers-and-other-electronics-are-exempt-from-trumps-reciprocal-tariffs-for-now-153139830.html">tariffs</a> — in its email, instead justifying the price increase in vague terms. "This is necessary to enable us to continue bringing you high-quality games and benefits," it stated.</p>
  2242. <p>But in a blog post last week <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://blog.playstation.com/2025/04/09/20250410-psplus/">announcing</a> similar rate hikes in other countries, Sony perhaps hinted at the "T" word. "Like many businesses around the world, we continue to be impacted by global market conditions and will be adjusting our local prices for PlayStation Plus," Game Services Director Adam Michel wrote.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/playstation/sony-raises-playstation-plus-prices-in-canada-205342723.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2293.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Database for cybersecurity vulnerabilities secures last-minute government funding]]></title>
  2294.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The US government has continued to make drastic cuts to budgets and personnel, but one cybersecurity service has at least temporarily avoided the chop. The <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.cve.org/"><ins>Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures</ins></a> database operated by nonprofit MITRE Corp will receive 11 months of federal support. A representative from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, whose parent agency funds the MITRE database, told <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-agency-extends-support-last-minute-cyber-vulnerability-database-2025-04-16/"><em><ins>Reuters</ins></em></a> that the department exercised an "option period on the contract to ensure there will be no lapse in critical CVE services." The news was an eleventh-hour announcement, as federal funding for the project was slated to <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.reuters.com/technology/us-funding-running-out-critical-cyber-vulnerability-database-manager-says-2025-04-15/"><ins>expire</ins></a> today.</p>
  2295. <p>This CVE database identifies and tracks cybersecurity vulnerabilities, and it is regularly used by IT professionals. It offers a standardized approach that allows complex and technical information about potential problems to be quickly shared across companies and organizations worldwide.&nbsp;</p>
  2296. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>"We appreciate the overwhelming support for these programs that have been expressed by the global cyber community, industry, and government over the last 24 hours," said Yosry Barsoum, vice president and director for MITRE's Center for Securing the Homeland.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/cybersecurity/database-for-cybersecurity-vulnerabilities-secures-last-minute-government-funding-202703659.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2347.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The 2026 Subaru Trailseeker EV has solid 4X4 bonafides but mediocre range]]></title>
  2348.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Subaru has unveiled its second-ever EV, the 2026 Trailseeker, at the New York International Auto Show. It&#39;s a slightly larger version of the company&#39;s first electric vehicle, <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/subaru-solterra-price-205433204.html">the Solterra</a>, and is likely based on the same platform — also used by Toyota with its <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/toyota-restarts-bz4x-ev-production-165203347.html">BZ4X electric SUV</a>. You can see a few images we grabbed of the new vehicle at the Auto Show this morning <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/transportation/evs/the-coolest-cars-at-the-2025-new-york-international-auto-show-144832805.html">right here</a>.</p>
  2349. <p>The Trailseeker is taller than the Solterra and has more cargo area, but otherwise resembles that model, with similar body creases along the doors and rear fender. It also has the same type of plastic panels around the fenders, which was something of a polarizing feature on the Solterra.&nbsp;</p>
  2350. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Range isn&#39;t the Trailseeker&#39;s strong point as it&#39;s equipped with a smallish 74.7-kWh lithium-ion battery and tops out at just 260 miles. Charging won&#39;t be blazingly fast either as it&#39;s limited to 150kW. However, the electric SUV will be able to handle fast charging in cold or warm conditions thanks to a battery preconditioning system, and you&#39;ll be able to pull up to any Supercharger thanks to the NACS port and Subaru&#39;s <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/subaru-evs-will-support-teslas-nacs-chargers-starting-in-2025-185214250.html">arrangement with Tesla</a>.&nbsp;</p>
  2351. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/d7a046e0-1a95-11f0-af79-9717efa929be" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/d7a046e0-1a95-11f0-af79-9717efa929be" style="height:790px;width:1337px;" alt="Subaru&#39;s new Trailseeker EV has solid 4x4 bonafides but mediocre range" data-uuid="9d3dce4b-f6ef-39d3-9eba-c08b61dc66d0"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Subaru</div></figure>
  2352. <p>The Trailseeker does seem to have the goods when it comes to performance and offroading, though. It uses a symmetrical all-wheel drive system with dual motors putting out a combined 375 HP that propel it from 0-60 mph in 4.3 seconds. It also comes standard with 8.3 inches of ground clearance and the company&#39;s X-Mode system with settings for snow/dirt, deep snow/mud, grip control and downhill assist control.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
  2353. <p>It&#39;s also loaded with driver assist tech powered by the company&#39;s EyeSight system. That includes pre-collision braking, front cross traffic alert, blind spot monitors, lane departure alert, a panoramic view monitor, emergency stop assist, traffic jam assist, lane change assist and adaptive cruise control.</p>
  2354. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/edd8c0e0-1a95-11f0-9b7d-03f0d107071a" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/edd8c0e0-1a95-11f0-9b7d-03f0d107071a" style="height:2340px;width:3120px;" alt="Subaru&#39;s new Trailseeker EV has solid 4x4 bonafides but mediocre range" data-uuid="ea70aaee-1ddb-32b7-9bef-1f9ae8eeee32"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Subaru</div></figure>
  2355. <p>The interior looks fairly plain but it does feature a 14-inch touchscreen, the largest on any Subaru to date. In a nod to its techie market, the EV also offers a wide center console that &quot;provides a centralized hub for devices and personal items for easy storage,&quot; the company said. That includes two 15W chargers, two fast USB-C chargers for rear passengers, plus Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support.&nbsp;</p>
  2356. <p>Pricing will be announced in &quot;early 2026,&quot; according to Subaru. However, it&#39;s likely to be more expensive than the company&#39;s Solterra, which currently starts at $38,495 before any tax credits, and ahead of any future tariffs levied on Japanese imports.&nbsp;</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/transportation/evs/the-2026-subaru-trailseeker-ev-has-solid-4x4-bonafides-but-mediocre-range-132516217.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2410.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[iOS 18.4.1 patches two iPhone security flaws used in 'extremely sophisticated' attacks]]></title>
  2411.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>On Wednesday, Apple pushed updates to most of its platforms: iOS 18.4.1, iPadOS 18.4.1, macOS 15.4.1, tvOS 18.4.1 and visionOS 2.4.1. They contain two <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/122282">security fixes</a> for flaws that may have been used in real-world attacks, so it's wise to update your devices without too much delay.</p>
  2412. <p>Apple is aware of a report that both security issues "may have been exploited in an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals on iOS."</p>
  2413. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>One patched bug is in Apple's audio framework, CoreAudio. This memory corruption issue allowed malicious media files to execute code when processed as audio streams. The other relates to the Remote Participant Audio Control (RPAC) framework, which lets communications apps manage audio streams. That flaw allowed an attacker with arbitrary read / write capabilities to bypass Pointer Authentication (a security feature in Apple's processors).</p>
  2414. <p>Apple "strongly advises" all users to update their devices.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mobile/smartphones/ios-1841-patches-two-iphone-security-flaws-used-in-extremely-sophisticated-attacks-194922877.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2465.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Deezer reports 18 percent of the music uploaded to its service every day is AI-generated]]></title>
  2466.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Deezer, a Spotify alternative that <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/2016-08-23-deezer-us-service-review.html">launched in the US in 2016</a>, shared on Wednesday that <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://newsroom-deezer.com/2025/04/deezer-reveals-18-of-all-new-music-uploaded-to-streaming-is-fully-ai-generated/">20,000 completely AI-generated tracks</a> are added to its music service on a daily basis, making up "over 18% of all uploaded content" the platform receives every day.</p>
  2467. <p>Like other streaming services, Deezer offers methods for independent artists to upload their own music without having to be part of a larger licensing deal with a record label. While that lowers some barriers, it also leaves the door open for music that isn't made by people at all. Clearly, people are taking advantage of the option.</p>
  2468. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Deezer introduced <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://newsroom-deezer.com/2025/01/deezer-deploys-cutting-edge-ai-detection-tool-for-music-streaming/">a tool</a> for detecting and tagging AI-generated content in January 2025, when at the time, AI-generated music only made up 10 percent of uploads. The tool is helpful, but it feels like a stopgap until there's consensus on whether AI-generated tracks should be allowed to exist in the first place. AI companies contend that training on existing books, movies, music, and internet ephemera is <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/ai/ai-startup-argues-scraping-every-song-on-the-internet-is-fair-use-233132459.html">"fair use,"</a> but many of the people who made that material feel differently. In terms of pushback, AI music startups Suno and Udio were <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/record-labels-sue-ai-music-generators-for-massive-infringement-of-recorded-music-172915925.html">sued by record labels for copyright infringement</a> in 2024 and <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/ai/more-than-10500-artists-sign-open-letter-protesting-unlicensed-ai-training-174544491.html">artists have spoken out</a> about "unlicensed AI training" but there's yet to be ruling that sets the new legal standard.&nbsp;</p>
  2469. <p>Deezer also isn't alone in dealing with an infestation of AI-generated content. It's well-documented at this point that Spotify has the same issue. Subscribers have <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:7;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/truespotify/comments/1gkrrwc/spotify_release_radar_is_full_of_ai_generated/">highlighted dozens of instances</a> <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=4ae00dfa-2bb3-4df4-964c-3962226e5a5f&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL2NvbW11bml0eS5zcG90aWZ5LmNvbS90NS9Db250ZW50LVF1ZXN0aW9ucy9SZWxlYXNlLVJhZGFyLXRoaXMtd2Vlay13YXMtYWxtb3N0LWFsbC1BSS1nZW5lcmF0ZWQtbXVzaWMvdGQtcC81NjMwNDY2IiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI0YWUwMGRmYS0yYmIzLTRkZjQtOTY0Yy0zOTYyMjI2ZTVhNWYiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vY29tbXVuaXR5LnNwb3RpZnkuY29tL3Q1L0NvbnRlbnQtUXVlc3Rpb25zL1JlbGVhc2UtUmFkYXItdGhpcy13ZWVrLXdhcy1hbG1vc3QtYWxsLUFJLWdlbmVyYXRlZC1tdXNpYy90ZC1wLzU2MzA0NjYifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAYs-2nb8vNcuDzwZh6cTqtsZw75Ki7XmmwT36Ku8eVr8&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fcommunity.spotify.com%2Ft5%2FContent-Questions%2FRelease-Radar-this-week-was-almost-all-AI-generated-music%2Ftd-p%2F5630466" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://community.spotify.com/t5/Content-Questions/Release-Radar-this-week-was-almost-all-AI-generated-music/td-p/5630466">of AI-generated tracks</a> that were clearly uploaded to try and game Spotify's popular weekly playlists, and while Spotify has <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:9;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/home-entertainment/ai-songs-are-infiltrating-spotify-heres-why-its-an-issue-for-fans-and-creators/">removed some copycat tracks</a> when artists have complained, the company has no qualms with hosting AI music.&nbsp;</p>
  2470. <p>"If creators are using these technologies — where they are creating music in a legal way that we reimburse and people listen to them — and are successful, we should let people listen to them," Spotify co-president Gustav Söderström shared on a Big Technology podcast episode <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:10;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.bigtechnology.com/p/spotifys-plans-for-ai-generated-music">from November 2024</a>.&nbsp;</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/deezer-reports-18-percent-of-the-music-uploaded-to-its-service-every-day-is-ai-generated-193652533.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2524.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The best gaming handhelds for 2025]]></title>
  2525.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Handheld gaming systems are having a moment. While people have been gaming on the go since the halcyon days of the Game Boy, recent years have brought an avalanche of devices that let you play all sorts of games anywhere you want. But new machines seem to arrive every week, and figuring out which ones are actually worth buying can be overwhelming. You already know that the Nintendo Switch is great, but depending on your tastes, the right handheld could be a $70 emulator or an $800 portable PC. To help you narrow things down, we’ve spent months researching the best handheld gaming consoles and testing several top contenders. Here are the ones we like the most right now.<br><br><strong>Editor’s note (4/16/2025)</strong>: We’ve made a few minor tweaks for clarity and ensured our top picks are still accurate. We’ve also started the process of testing the new <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.goretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-flip-2">Retroid Pocket Flip 2</a>, which is essentially a variant of the Retroid Pocket 5 with a Nintendo DS-style “flip” design, and the <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://powkiddy.com/products/trimui-brick-handheld-game-console">TrimUI Brick</a>, a more affordable emulation handheld that’s meant to resemble a Game Boy. We aim to give verdicts on those in the coming weeks.<br><br>Looming over everything, though, is the Trump administration’s <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.thegamebusiness.com/p/what-do-the-us-tariffs-mean-for-video">newly imposed tariffs</a> and forthcoming repeal of the <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/04/10/temu-shein-trump-tariffs-de-minimis">“de minimis” exemption</a> for shipments from China. While these policies are likely to increase the prices of consumer electronics in the US more broadly (or lead some companies to simply <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://lifehacker.com/tech/all-the-companies-that-have-paused-us-sales-due-to-tariffs">halt sales</a> in the US altogether), they’d have a particularly massive impact on gaming handhelds like the Retroid Pocket 5 and AYN Odin 2 that are built and sold directly by companies based in China. <br><br>Since our last update, the Trump administration has <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/smartphones-computers-and-other-electronics-are-exempt-from-trumps-reciprocal-tariffs-for-now-153139830.html">temporarily exempted</a> certain smartphones, PCs and other electronics from its most severe tariffs but said those imports will be subject to a separate “sectoral” levy in the future. Video game consoles, meanwhile, are not included in <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/04/clarification-of-exceptions-under-executive-order-14257-of-april-2-2025-as-amended/">any current exceptions</a>. <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hongkong_Post">Hongkong Post</a> has begun <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.reuters.com/world/hong-kong-post-suspend-postal-service-us-2025-04-16/">suspending mail services</a> to the US as well (though at least one private courier, DHL, has said it will continue processing shipments). As we write this, the prices of our top picks have not changed. If and when any alterations do occur, we’ll update this guide accordingly.</p>
  2526. <h2 id="jump-link-table-of-contents">Table of contents</h2>
  2527. <ul>
  2528. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-best-gaming-handhelds-for-2025">Best gaming handhelds for 2025</a></p></li>
  2529. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-other-gaming-handhelds-weve-tested">Other gaming handhelds we've tested</a></p></li>
  2530. <li><p><a href="#jump-link-what-to-know-about-the-gaming-handheld-market">What to know about the gaming handheld market</a></p></li>
  2531. </ul>
  2532. <h2 id="jump-link-best-handheld-gaming-devices-for-2025">Best handheld gaming devices for 2025</h2>
  2533. <p>
  2534. <core-commerce id="5ca7e3ede9464a9a8dff8eb0f10a91ff" data-type="product-list" data-original-url="https://store.steampowered.com/steamdeck" data-original-url-5ca7e-btn-0="https://store.steampowered.com/steamdeck"></core-commerce></p>
  2535. <p>
  2536. <core-commerce id="b8c772815e6348699e41fd4ec2f1cbc9" data-type="product-list" data-original-url="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus-rog-ally-x-7-120hz-fhd-1080p-gaming-handheld-amd-ryzen-z1-extreme-processor-24gb-with-1tb-ssd-black/6583218.p?skuId=6583218" data-original-url-b8c77-btn-0="https://shop.asus.com/us/rog/90nv00f1-m002f0-rog-ally-x-2024.html"></core-commerce></p>
  2537. <p>
  2538. <core-commerce id="a2d0186f0f49446e987f80ea348ba257" data-type="product-list" data-original-url="https://www.goretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-5-handheld?variant=46282124722400"></core-commerce></p>
  2539. <p>
  2540. <core-commerce id="079f941ab5a04bc997c40cb1b3aba4b6" data-type="product-list" data-original-url="https://www.ayntec.com/products/odin-2?variant=44035820421312"></core-commerce></p>
  2541. <p>
  2542. <core-commerce id="594b93114f04495a99ed1d15690924e7" data-type="product-list" data-original-url="https://store.analogue.co/products/analogue-pocket-black"></core-commerce></p>
  2543. <p>
  2544. <core-commerce id="bcc6c62f120a436f85fb057c87dc0b1e" data-type="product-list" data-original-url="https://shop.play.date/#buy"></core-commerce></p>
  2545. <h2 id="jump-link-other-gaming-handhelds-weve-tested">Other gaming handhelds we've tested</h2>
  2546. <figure>
  2547. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-03/9c391790-fd6b-11ef-bdff-0ccea4d701ce" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-03/9c391790-fd6b-11ef-bdff-0ccea4d701ce" style="height:1200px;width:2000px;" alt="The beige-and-black MSI Claw 8 AI+ gaming handheld rests on a brown and white table with its screen active and facing the camera." data-uuid="4cc85f4c-b9bb-32af-9ae7-261f22c932d6">
  2548. <figcaption>
  2549.  The MSI Claw 8 AI+.
  2550. </figcaption>
  2551. <div class="photo-credit">
  2552.  Sam Rutherford for Engadget
  2553. </div>
  2554. </figure>
  2555. <p><em>Note: This is a selection of noteworthy gaming handhelds we’ve tested, not a comprehensive list of everything we've ever tried.</em></p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
  2556. <h3 id="jump-link-msi-claw-8-ai">MSI Claw 8 AI+</h3>
  2557. <p>The original MSI Claw <a data-i13n="cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/msi-claw-a1m-review-a-touch-late-and-bit-too-pricey-143009327.html">was a flop</a>, but the newer <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:14;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://sovrn.co/gnnhgvi">Claw 8 AI+</a> is much <a data-i13n="cpos:15;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/pc/msi-claw-8-ai-review-this-cat-got-its-bite-back-184526430.html">more appealing</a> if you’re willing to pay for a larger and slightly more powerful alternative to the ASUS ROG Ally X. With its Intel Core Ultra 7-258V chip and 32GB of RAM, it typically pumped out 10 to 15 percent higher frame rates than other high-end models like the Ally X and Lenovo Legion Go in our testing. Battery life is relatively strong, while its 8-inch 120Hz IPS display is plenty bright and supports VRR. There are smooth Hall effect thumbsticks and triggers, two Thunderbolt 4 ports and a built-in fingerprint sensor beyond that.</p>
  2558. <p>The Claw’s main issue is its price: At $900, it’s hard to justify over the ROG Ally X, which is already too expensive for most people. ASUS' handheld is smaller, lighter and generally more portable on top of that— though the Claw is thinner — and its Armoury Crate software, while far from perfect, is still a bit more polished than MSI’s Center M hub. There's also a smaller <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Best Buy;elmt:;cpos:16;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=5e0bed65-d2f8-4b34-9b8f-955218c0e37a&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=dfc3e0b3-da21-41e6-b4c8-0fcc411e86dd&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Best+Buy&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5iZXN0YnV5LmNvbS9zaXRlL21zaS1jbGF3LTctYWktYTJ2bS03LTEyMGh6LWZoZC0xMDgwcC1nYW1pbmctaGFuZGhlbGQtaW50ZWwtY29yZS11bHRyYS03LTI1OHYtaW50ZWwtYXJjLTMyZ2ItNTEyZ2Itc3NkLWNvbnNvbGUtYmxhY2svNjYwODU1OC5wP3NrdUlkPTY2MDg1NTgiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImRmYzNlMGIzLWRhMjEtNDFlNi1iNGM4LTBmY2M0MTFlODZkZCIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYmVzdGJ1eS5jb20vc2l0ZS9tc2ktY2xhdy03LWFpLWEydm0tNy0xMjBoei1maGQtMTA4MHAtZ2FtaW5nLWhhbmRoZWxkLWludGVsLWNvcmUtdWx0cmEtNy0yNTh2LWludGVsLWFyYy0zMmdiLTUxMmdiLXNzZC1jb25zb2xlLWJsYWNrLzY2MDg1NTgucD9za3VJZD02NjA4NTU4In0&amp;signature=AQAAAfNvSgJ79NJfihNoeR5VCoH6Un2-EImq_WYL-DlgYZHA&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fmsi-claw-7-ai-a2vm-7-120hz-fhd-1080p-gaming-handheld-intel-core-ultra-7-258v-intel-arc-32gb-512gb-ssd-console-black%2F6608558.p%3FskuId%3D6608558" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/msi-claw-7-ai-a2vm-7-120hz-fhd-1080p-gaming-handheld-intel-core-ultra-7-258v-intel-arc-32gb-512gb-ssd-console-black/6608558.p?skuId=6608558">7-inch version</a> of this handheld for $829, but we haven’t tested that one yet.</p>
  2559. <figure>
  2560. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-12/8ee26120-92e9-11ee-beaf-244a46e79b35" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-12/8ee26120-92e9-11ee-beaf-244a46e79b35" style="height:1200px;width:2000px;" alt="The Legion Go's 8.8-inch OLED display is the biggest screen available on pretty much any gaming handheld available today. ">
  2561. <figcaption>
  2562.  The Lenovo Legion Go.
  2563. </figcaption>
  2564. <div class="photo-credit">
  2565.  Photo by Sam Rutherford/Engadget
  2566. </div>
  2567. </figure>
  2568. <h3 id="jump-link-lenovo-legion-go">Lenovo Legion Go</h3>
  2569. <p>The <a data-i13n="cpos:17;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=59bdf74a-dd5e-49bf-af3d-ef9ab46255e9&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Lenovo&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5sZW5vdm8uY29tL3VzL2VuL3AvaGFuZGhlbGQvbGVnaW9uLWdvL2xlbjEwNmcwMDAxIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJkZmMzZTBiMy1kYTIxLTQxZTYtYjRjOC0wZmNjNDExZTg2ZGQiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lmxlbm92by5jb20vdXMvZW4vcC9oYW5kaGVsZC9sZWdpb24tZ28vbGVuMTA2ZzAwMDEifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAQbH12EhF2K30QCVbTSLovsAeg7H4NT4wOAG-Xh3Uzt6&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lenovo.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Fp%2Fhandheld%2Flegion-go%2Flen106g0001&amp;refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.engadget.com%2Fgaming%2Fbest-handheld-gaming-system-140018863.html&amp;uuid=NUL4mMDJbQKlcg7m54870&amp;amcid=amcid-188017350219ac6">Lenovo Legion Go</a> is another <a data-i13n="cpos:18;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/lenovo-legion-go-review-the-xl-alternative-to-the-steam-deck-141522230.html">capable alternative</a> to the ASUS ROG Ally X with an even larger display. It runs on the same Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip and offers a similar set of performance modes, but it has a mondo-sized 8.8-inch panel with a sharper 2,560 x 1,600 resolution and a higher 144Hz refresh rate. It also borrows some ideas from the Switch, including detachable controllers and a built-in kickstand for playing games in a tabletop mode. Those controllers have touchpads to make navigating Windows a little easier, something the ROG Ally X lacks.</p>
  2570. <p>But it’s still a Windows handheld, and Lenovo’s software tweaks aren’t as intuitive as what ASUS has done with Armoury Crate, so the UX can feel half-baked by comparison. The jumbo design is bulkier and heavier than the ROG Ally X, so some will find it too fatiguing to hold. Its fans are louder as well, plus the display lacks VRR. Lenovo<a data-i13n="cpos:19;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/pc/lenovo-is-already-teasing-the-successor-to-its-flagship-legion-go-gaming-handheld-161852837.html"> teased a Legion Go 2</a> at CES earlier this year, though it hasn't shared a release date or pricing details as of our latest update.</p>
  2571. <figure>
  2572. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-02/7069e990-ef0c-11ef-acff-ee9f6d066621" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-02/7069e990-ef0c-11ef-acff-ee9f6d066621" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="The Legion Go S features an 8-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. " data-uuid="423920cd-7e16-39c0-88f2-a5cfb0610eb9">
  2573. <figcaption>
  2574.  The Lenovo Legion Go S.
  2575. </figcaption>
  2576. <div class="photo-credit">
  2577.  Sam Rutherford for Engadget
  2578. </div>
  2579. </figure>
  2580. <h3 id="jump-link-lenovo-legion-go-s-windows-version">Lenovo Legion Go S (Windows version)</h3>
  2581. <p>The <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Best Buy;elmt:;cpos:20;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=5e0bed65-d2f8-4b34-9b8f-955218c0e37a&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=dfc3e0b3-da21-41e6-b4c8-0fcc411e86dd&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Best+Buy&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5iZXN0YnV5LmNvbS9zaXRlL2xlbm92by1sZWdpb24tZ28tcy04LTEyMGh6LXd1eGdhLWdhbWluZy1oYW5kaGVsZC1hbWQtcnl6ZW4tejItZ28tMzItZ2Itd2l0aC0xLXRiLXNzZC1nbGFjaWVyLXdoaXRlLzY2MTI5NTgucD9za3VJZD02NjEyOTU4IiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJkZmMzZTBiMy1kYTIxLTQxZTYtYjRjOC0wZmNjNDExZTg2ZGQiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmJlc3RidXkuY29tL3NpdGUvbGVub3ZvLWxlZ2lvbi1nby1zLTgtMTIwaHotd3V4Z2EtZ2FtaW5nLWhhbmRoZWxkLWFtZC1yeXplbi16Mi1nby0zMi1nYi13aXRoLTEtdGItc3NkLWdsYWNpZXItd2hpdGUvNjYxMjk1OC5wP3NrdUlkPTY2MTI5NTgifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAT_MOJZIy4xh5PVBJSu9VxIizQ8k3lYvSbBHBQpTaGGX&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Flenovo-legion-go-s-8-120hz-wuxga-gaming-handheld-amd-ryzen-z2-go-32-gb-with-1-tb-ssd-glacier-white%2F6612958.p%3FskuId%3D6612958" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://sovrn.co/m3a5mv3">Lenovo Legion Go S</a> has a relatively comfortable design and a commendable 8-inch 120Hz display, but its performance <a data-i13n="cpos:21;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/pc/lenovo-legion-go-s-review-windows-version-not-so-fast-140002828.html">lags too far behind</a> the ROG Ally X, Claw 8 AI+ and original Legion Go for a device priced at $730. Windows is still as clunky as ever, too. We’re more excited to test the <a data-i13n="cpos:22;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/pc/ces-2025-the-lenovo-legion-go-s-is-the-first-third-party-steamos-handheld-160001642.html">SteamOS version</a> that’s <a data-i13n="cpos:23;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/pc/lenovo-legion-go-s-with-steamos-will-land-may-25-for-50-more-than-expected-213820420.html">scheduled to arrive</a> in May, as that should be one of the first non-Valve devices to utilize the Steam Deck’s software.</p>
  2582. <figure>
  2583. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-07/ad753380-37f1-11ef-b7b5-01da329cec16" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-07/ad753380-37f1-11ef-b7b5-01da329cec16" style="height:1201px;width:2000px;" alt="The Ayaneo Flip DS gaming handheld rests on a light brown wooden table, with its top screen showcasing the game Rocket League and its bottom screen playing a YouTube video." data-uuid="cb429d5d-0c70-3e13-98da-81c27c7e64dc">
  2584. <figcaption>
  2585.  The Ayaneo Flip DS.
  2586. </figcaption>
  2587. <div class="photo-credit">
  2588.  Photo by Jeff Dunn / Engadget
  2589. </div>
  2590. </figure>
  2591. <h3 id="jump-link-ayaneo-flip-ds">Ayaneo Flip DS</h3>
  2592. <p>The <a data-i13n="cpos:24;pos:1" href="https://www.ayaneo.com/product/AYANEO-FLIP-DS.html">Ayaneo Flip DS</a> is a cool concept: a powerful Windows machine with a clamshell design and dual displays, sort of like a supercharged Nintendo DS. It feels sturdy, it performs roughly on par with the other Ryzen 7 7840U (or 8840U) handhelds in this guide, and its 7-inch top display is sharp, fast and bright. The second screen makes it a natural fit for emulating Wii U or 3DS games, but you could also, say, look up a guide or play a YouTube video without having to close whatever you’re playing.&nbsp;</p>
  2593. <p>Unfortunately, this is more of a neat idea than a fully thought-out product. The folding design means that the joysticks have to be short and recessed, while the face buttons and d-pad are uncomfortably flat. The whole thing is overly thick and heavy, plus it runs very hot. Battery life tops out around two hours, and actually managing two displays on a Windows handheld is about as clunky as you'd expect. With <a data-i13n="cpos:25;pos:1" href="https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/ayaneo-flip-1st-ever-dual-screen-windows-handheld#/">prices starting</a> above $800, the Flip DS is hard to recommend unless you’re (oddly) desperate for a handheld Wii U emulator. We're always happy to see more weird hardware, though.</p>
  2594. <figure>
  2595. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-10/c89c7de0-7806-11ee-bcba-ff722260ed04" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-10/c89c7de0-7806-11ee-bcba-ff722260ed04" style="height:1333px;width:2000px;" alt="The Ayaneo Kun is pictured on a coffee table with the Death Stranding launch screen showing." data-uuid="24b50a0e-fea3-3769-a558-a2766a783406">
  2596. <figcaption>
  2597.  The Ayaneo Kun.
  2598. </figcaption>
  2599. <div class="photo-credit">
  2600.  Photo by James Trew / Engadget
  2601. </div>
  2602. </figure>
  2603. <h3 id="jump-link-ayaneo-kun">Ayaneo Kun</h3>
  2604. <p>The<a data-i13n="cpos:26;pos:1" href="https://ayaneo.com/product/AYANEO-KUN.html"> Ayaneo Kun</a> is among the<a data-i13n="cpos:27;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ayaneos-kun-gaming-handheld-review-164050984.html"> most decadent</a> Windows handhelds we’ve tested. With a sharp 8.4-inch display, a Ryzen 7 8840U chip, up to 64GB of RAM, up to 4TB of storage, a sizable 75Wh battery and a 54W max TDP, it’s both a capable gaming device and a feasible replacement for a desktop PC. But it costs well over $1,000, it’s huge and it suffers from the usual Windows-related issues. It also lacks VRR. It’s still a fine device if money is truly no object, but it’s more handheld than most need. The ROG Ally X is a much better value. This is technically an older model for Ayaneo, too, as the company seems to <a data-i13n="cpos:28;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/ayaneo/">launch a new handheld</a> every other hour these days.</p>
  2605. <h3 id="jump-link-ayaneo-2s">Ayaneo 2S</h3>
  2606. <p>The <a data-i13n="cpos:29;pos:1" href="https://www.ayaneo.com/product/AYANEO-2S.html">Ayaneo 2S</a> is another <a data-i13n="cpos:30;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ayaneo-2s-review-160047194.html">high-power</a> Windows handheld with a sharper display and higher configuration options than the ROG Ally X. It also uses the same chip as the Kun above. But it’s limited to a 60Hz refresh rate and costs a few hundred dollars extra. Ayaneo announced a <a data-i13n="cpos:31;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/the-ayaneo-3-looks-to-be-an-improvement-in-nearly-every-way-193511618.html">decked-out successor</a> called the <a data-i13n="cpos:32;pos:1" href="https://www.ayaneo.com/product/AYANEO-3">Ayaneo 3</a> toward the end of 2024; we'll try to test that one out when it becomes widely available.&nbsp;</p>
  2607. <figure>
  2608. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-12/33174410-bc90-11ef-9dbb-68bc1bfd0dcd" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-12/33174410-bc90-11ef-9dbb-68bc1bfd0dcd" style="height:1200px;width:2000px;" alt="The Retroid Pocket Mini and Retroid Pocket 5 gaming handhelds rest on a brown desktop." data-uuid="97f4a026-4136-36be-a966-354c5a1d0d00">
  2609. <figcaption>
  2610.  The Retroid Pocket Mini (bottom) and Retroid Pocket 5.
  2611. </figcaption>
  2612. <div class="photo-credit">
  2613.  Jeff Dunn for Engadget
  2614. </div>
  2615. </figure>
  2616. <h3 id="jump-link-retroid-pocket-mini">Retroid Pocket Mini</h3>
  2617. <p>The <a data-i13n="cpos:33;pos:1" href="https://www.goretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-mini-handheld?variant=46282197336288">Retroid Pocket Mini</a> is essentially a smaller version of the Retroid Pocket 5. It runs on the same Snapdragon 865 chip and feels just as sturdy, but it has a smaller 3.7-inch display with a 4:3 aspect ratio. This makes it a more natural fit for older retro consoles, as you won’t get the black boxes you’d see on a 16:9 display like the one on the Pocket 5. If you mainly want to emulate systems like the SNES, Sega Genesis or Game Boy Color and don’t mind paying extra for a rich OLED display, it’s a good little device. But the tiny screen is limiting if you ever want to play newer games, and we wish there wasn't so much empty space around the display.&nbsp;</p>
  2618. <p>This device has also generated some controversy within the retro gaming community for having <a data-i13n="cpos:34;pos:1" href="https://retrohandhelds.gg/its-official-retroid-pocket-mini-shader-issue-cannot-be-fixed/">persistent issues</a> with inaccurate <a data-i13n="cpos:35;pos:1" href="https://emulation.gametechwiki.com/index.php/Shaders_and_filters">shaders</a> (and for the <a data-i13n="cpos:36;pos:1" href="https://www.androidauthority.com/retroid-pocket-mini-screen-broken-3533594/">slapdash way</a> Retroid has handled the matter). That shouldn't be a dealbreaker for most people, but those who prefer to use effects like those should look elsewhere.&nbsp;</p>
  2619. <h3 id="jump-link-retroid-pocket-4-pro-and-retroid-pocket-4">Retroid Pocket 4 Pro and Retroid Pocket 4</h3>
  2620. <p>The 4.7-inch <a data-i13n="cpos:37;pos:1" href="https://www.goretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-4-handheld">Retroid Pocket 4 Pro</a> is the predecessor to the Pocket 5. Its performance isn’t significantly far off the newer model, so it remains a nice value if you’re determined to spend less than $200 on an emulation device. It misses out on the larger OLED display and more ergonomically-friendly design of its follow-up, however. The base <a data-i13n="cpos:38;pos:1" href="https://www.goretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-4-handheld?variant=44459095490784">Pocket 4</a> may also be worth a look if you want to stay under $150, but its weaker chip makes it less adept at emulating games from the PS2, GameCube and up.</p>
  2621. <figure>
  2622. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-12/f5670ea0-9dd9-11ee-bb3c-06eb8d3ce01c" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-12/f5670ea0-9dd9-11ee-bb3c-06eb8d3ce01c" style="height:1319px;width:2000px;" alt="A small gaming handheld that looks reminiscent to the original Nintendo Game Boy called the Anbernic RG35XX Plus rests at an angle on a light brown wooden table. The display is turned on and showcases the start screen from the Game Boy game Metal Gear Solid." data-uuid="6f61a444-609d-31d0-aa9c-7dd30060b33b">
  2623. <figcaption>
  2624.  The Anbernic RG35XX Plus.
  2625. </figcaption>
  2626. <div class="photo-credit">
  2627.  Photo by Jeff Dunn / Engadget
  2628. </div>
  2629. </figure>
  2630. <h3 id="jump-link-miyoo-mini-plus">Miyoo Mini Plus</h3>
  2631. <p>The <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:39;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=dfc3e0b3-da21-41e6-b4c8-0fcc411e86dd&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbGlleHByZXNzLnVzL2l0ZW0vMzI1NjgwNTAyOTA3MjczMy5odG1sIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJkZmMzZTBiMy1kYTIxLTQxZTYtYjRjOC0wZmNjNDExZTg2ZGQiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmFsaWV4cHJlc3MudXMvaXRlbS8zMjU2ODA1MDI5MDcyNzMzLmh0bWwifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAYu50W8viD2-YxjUuMBe4bpT7JYoPaTg7uvkctN-T-PU&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.aliexpress.us%2Fitem%2F3256805029072733.html" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805029072733.html">Miyoo Mini Plus</a> is a highly affordable handheld with a well-built, Game Boy-style form factor that fits nicely with older games. Its 3.5-inch display really pops for something in the $60 to $80 range, its battery lasts as long as it needs to and it can emulate consoles up to the original PlayStation without much issue. Its Linux-based software is extensively <a data-i13n="cpos:40;pos:1" href="https://onionui.github.io/docs/features">customizable</a>, though it requires some tinkering to get it working optimally. Like many cheapo handhelds, it also lacks fast charging. Still, of the many Game Boy-like emulation devices floating around the budget end of the market, it’s the one we’d recommend first. Since it’s from a smaller Chinese firm and isn’t available at major retailers, however, it can be difficult to actually buy.</p>
  2632. <h3 id="jump-link-anbernic-rg35xx-plus">Anbernic RG35XX Plus</h3>
  2633. <p>The <a data-i13n="cpos:41;pos:1" href="https://anbernic.com/products/rg35xx-plus">Anbernic RG35XX Plus</a> is another wallet-friendly vertical handheld. For about the same price as the Miyoo Mini Plus, it offers a faster chipset, more RAM and a bigger battery alongside a similarly impressive design. Its stock OS is overly sloppy and cheap-looking, however, and while the stronger processor is nice, the small screen and lack of analog sticks means you won’t want to emulate much beyond the PS1 anyway.</p>
  2634. <figure>
  2635. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-12/2f91dbf0-bc92-11ef-afbf-de74aa0ec3e5" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-12/2f91dbf0-bc92-11ef-afbf-de74aa0ec3e5" style="height:1200px;width:2000px;" alt="The Anbernic RG35XXSP gaming handheld rests on a brown wooden table." data-uuid="2976ee2e-80c3-3078-a6c5-7dbb1a253462">
  2636. <figcaption>
  2637.  The Anbernic RG35XXSP.
  2638. </figcaption>
  2639. <div class="photo-credit">
  2640.  Jeff Dunn for Engadget
  2641. </div>
  2642. </figure>
  2643. <h3 id="jump-link-anbernic-rg35xxsp">Anbernic RG35XXSP</h3>
  2644. <p>The <a data-i13n="cpos:42;pos:1" href="https://anbernic.com/products/rg35xxsp">Anbernic RG35XXSP</a> is a variant of the RG35XX Plus based on the same internals, only it apes the clamshell form factor of the old <a data-i13n="cpos:43;pos:1" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Game_Boy_Advance_SP">Game Boy Advance SP</a>. That’s a great design to rip off if you must pick one, and the hardware doesn’t feel nearly as cheap as its $60-ish price tag would suggest. But the software issues noted above still apply (both here and with the many <a data-i13n="cpos:44;pos:1" href="https://anbernic.com/collections/handheld-game-console">other devices</a> in the same RGXX family). We’ve also seen <a data-i13n="cpos:45;pos:1" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/ANBERNIC/comments/1d8ytrl/rg35xxsp_concerning_thermal_runaway_while/">several</a> <a data-i13n="cpos:46;pos:1" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/ANBERNIC/comments/1dy5uxm/my_rg35xxsp_almost_caught_on_fire_and_anbernic_is/">user</a> <a data-i13n="cpos:47;pos:1" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/RG35XXSP/comments/1e0pae4/fried/">reports</a> of quality control issues with the RG35XXSP’s battery, which is automatically disqualifying.</p>
  2645. <h3 id="jump-link-anbernic-rg405m">Anbernic RG405M</h3>
  2646. <p>The <a data-i13n="cpos:48;pos:1" href="https://anbernic.com/products/rg405m">Anbernic RG405M</a> is another 4:3 handheld with a 4-inch display and a pleasing metal frame. It’s an OK alternative to the Retroid Pocket Mini if you want a little more screen space for $50 less, but it’s slower, and it lacks the Mini’s OLED display. We find the Retroid’s grooved back to be comfier to hold over time as well.</p>
  2647. <figure>
  2648. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-11/8114d040-8255-11ee-bff7-c2a788437010" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-11/8114d040-8255-11ee-bff7-c2a788437010" style="height:1413px;width:2500px;" alt="PlayStation Portal">
  2649. <figcaption>
  2650.  The PlayStation Portal.
  2651. </figcaption>
  2652. <div class="photo-credit">
  2653.  Photo by Devindra Hardawar/Engadget
  2654. </div>
  2655. </figure>
  2656. <h3 id="jump-link-playstation-portal">PlayStation Portal</h3>
  2657. <p>The <a data-i13n="cpos:49;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL1BsYXlTdGF0aW9uLVBvcnRhbC1SZW1vdGUtUGxheWVyLUdhbWluZy1Db25zb2xlL2RwL0IwQ0pUNURKMTY_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZGZjM2UwYjMtZGEyMS00MWU2LWI0YzgtMGZjYzQxMWU4NmRkIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL1BsYXlTdGF0aW9uLVBvcnRhbC1SZW1vdGUtUGxheWVyLUdhbWluZy1Db25zb2xlL2RwL0IwQ0pUNURKMTYiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAU3X2JDGpUlJLvVZNC4XyLXCdwQdbXFS_dHpNrRu5ta8&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FPlayStation-Portal-Remote-Player-Gaming-Console%2Fdp%2FB0CJT5DJ16&amp;refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.engadget.com%2Fgaming%2Fbest-handheld-gaming-system-140018863.html&amp;uuid=T77jqrJhDizbucao65871&amp;amcid=amcid-18801735025gm11">PlayStation Portal</a> is an <a data-i13n="cpos:50;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/playstation-portal-review-a-baffling-handheld-for-no-one-but-sony-diehards-201558485.html">odd accessory</a> that’s designed to stream games from a PlayStation 5. It lacks built-in apps, so it doesn’t support traditional emulation. Because it’s entirely dependent on the quality of your home Wi-Fi, we can’t guarantee how well it’ll actually perform. It doesn’t work with Bluetooth earbuds either.&nbsp;</p>
  2658. <p>The 8-inch display is fine and the DualSense-style controls are great, so PlayStation diehards who want a second screen for local PS5 streaming may see the appeal. Sony recently added the ability to stream a selection of games <a data-i13n="cpos:51;pos:1" href="https://www.playstation.com/en-us/support/subscriptions/psportal-cloud-game-streaming/">via the cloud</a>, which is a step in the right direction, but you need an expensive PlayStation Plus Premium subscription to take advantage. In general, there’s little here that you can’t do with a smartphone and <a data-i13n="cpos:52;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/backbone-one-ios-gamepad-review-143015385.html">mobile game controller</a>, so most people are better off saving their $200.</p>
  2659. <h3 id="jump-link-logitech-g-cloud">Logitech G Cloud</h3>
  2660. <p>The <a data-i13n="cpos:53;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;elmt:premonetized" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0xvZ2l0ZWNoLUhhbmRoZWxkLUxvbmctQmF0dGVyeS1Ub3VjaHNjcmVlbi1MaWdodHdlaWdodC1UYWJsZXQvZHAvQjA5VDlGSFpMSD90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtby16ci0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZGZjM2UwYjMtZGEyMS00MWU2LWI0YzgtMGZjYzQxMWU4NmRkIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAdfKoqGbzcqN-b2x3tZN815qaexNDdszhF8XjxW6L1sg&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FLogitech-Handheld-Long-Battery-Touchscreen-Lightweight-Tablet%2Fdp%2FB09T9FHZLH&amp;uuid=EQt7XjTTxzOCalwC39559&amp;amcid=amcid-18801735025vv5t">Logitech G Cloud</a> would’ve been a great Android pick when it launched if it cost about $150 less. Its 7-inch 1080p display is bright, vibrant and generally more pleasing to look at than the panel on the AYN Odin 2, its battery lasts a good 10 to 12 hours per charge and its design is comfy to hold for hours at a time. Alas, the G Cloud still tends to cost between $260 and $300, which is just too much when the Retroid Pocket 5 offers more power at a lower price.</p>
  2661. <h2 id="jump-link-what-to-know-about-the-gaming-handheld-market"><strong>What to know about the gaming handheld market</strong></h2>
  2662. <figure>
  2663. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-05/b56e1aa0-fa46-11ed-bf6c-fd19d876366a" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-05/b56e1aa0-fa46-11ed-bf6c-fd19d876366a" style="height:1320px;width:2200px;" alt="A collection of gaming handhelds rest on a wooden tabletop. The handhelds include the Nintendo Switch - OLED Model, Valve Steam Deck and the Retroid Pocket 3, as well as an iPhone 12 mini hooked up to a Backbone One mobile game controller.">
  2664. <figcaption></figcaption>
  2665. <div class="photo-credit">
  2666.  Jeff Dunn / Engadget
  2667. </div>
  2668. </figure>
  2669. <p>You can break down the gaming handheld market into three broad tiers. At the top, you have x86-based portable gaming PCs like the <a data-i13n="cpos:54;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/steam-deck-oled-review-its-just-better-180038030.html">Steam Deck</a> or <a data-i13n="cpos:55;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/pc/asus-rog-ally-review-a-fully-armed-and-operational-handheld-battle-station-133043986.html">ASUS ROG Ally X</a>. These are the most powerful handhelds you can buy, as they seek to replicate the experience of a moderately specced gaming desktop. The Steam Deck runs on the Linux operating system, but most others use Windows. If you want to play modern, recently released PC games on the go (and need something stronger than a Switch), this is the type of device you’d get. They can also emulate the widest range of retro consoles. They’re typically the largest and most cumbersome devices to hold, however, and their battery life can be short. Naturally, they’re also the most expensive, costing anywhere from $400 to more than $1,000.</p>
  2670. <p>Further down on the price spectrum are "mobile handhelds" like the <a data-i13n="cpos:56;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/logitech-g-cloud-gaming-handheld-preorder-amazon-logi-play-142636818.html">Logitech G Cloud</a> or <a data-i13n="cpos:57;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/retroid-pocket-3-irl-153508438.html">Retroid Pocket</a>. These devices often run Android or Linux and can range from under $50 to $400-ish. They aren’t equipped to play modern console or PC titles, but they’re usually more compact than a portable PC, and you can still use them for mobile games and cloud streaming. While most are marketed toward those ends, many gamers actually buy them to emulate classic games through software like <a data-i13n="cpos:58;pos:1" href="https://www.retroarch.com/">RetroArch</a>. Getting emulators to work <a data-i13n="cpos:59;pos:1" href="https://retrogamecorps.com/2022/01/16/retroid-pocket-2-starter-guide/">can be complicated</a>, and accessing the BIOS and ROM files required to play games this way is <a data-i13n="cpos:60;pos:1" href="https://www.howtogeek.com/262758/is-downloading-retro-video-game-roms-ever-legal/">legally murky</a>. One lawsuit from Nintendo recently led to the shutdown of the <a data-i13n="cpos:61;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/makers-of-switch-emulator-yuzu-quickly-settle-with-nintendo-for-24-million-203204698.html">most prominent Switch and 3DS emulators</a>, for instance. (Engadget does not condone piracy.) Backing up files of games you already own for personal use only is considered more defensible, though, so for that a mobile handheld can be a more user- and wallet-friendly way to play the classics — provided you don’t want to <a data-i13n="cpos:62;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/nintendo-emulator-delta-hits-the-ios-app-store-no-sideloading-required-201158987.html">just use your phone</a>.</p>
  2671. <p>We’ll call the last tier “handhelds that do their own thing.” This is a catch-all for things like the <a data-i13n="cpos:63;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/nintendo-switch-oled-review-130025998.html">Switch</a> or <a data-i13n="cpos:64;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/playdate-review-indie-games-crank-170054294.html">Playdate</a>: portable devices that run heavily customized software and aim to provide a unique gaming experience. They aren’t necessarily ideal for emulation or playing the latest multiplatform titles; instead, they often have distinct game libraries. They might not have the widest appeal as a result (Switch excluded), but they’re often easier for less tech-literate folks to just pick up and use.</p>
  2672. <h2 id="jump-link-recent-updates">Recent updates</h2>
  2673. <p><strong>March 2025</strong>: We’ve edited this guide for clarity and added testing notes for the <a data-i13n="cpos:65;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/pc/msi-claw-8-ai-review-this-cat-got-its-bite-back-184526430.html">MSI Claw 8 AI+</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:66;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/pc/lenovo-legion-go-s-review-windows-version-not-so-fast-140002828.html">Lenovo Legion Go S</a> (Windows version). Our main picks are unchanged. Looking ahead, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming Windows handhelds <a data-i13n="cpos:67;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/pc/the-acer-nitro-blaze-11-is-an-absolutely-massive-handheld-gaming-pc-194505881.html">from Acer</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:68;pos:1" href="https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/ayaneo-3-the-world-s-first-modular-handheld#/">Ayaneo</a>, a <a data-i13n="cpos:69;pos:1" href="https://x.com/Retroid0fficial/status/1897097627508068695">pair of</a> new <a data-i13n="cpos:70;pos:1" href="https://x.com/Retroid0fficial/status/1894719069447729606">emulation devices</a> from Retroid, the first <a data-i13n="cpos:71;pos:1" href="https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/593110/view/529834914570306831">third-party devices</a> to ship with SteamOS and more machines that run on <a data-i13n="cpos:72;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/the-amd-ryzen-z2-will-power-next-gen-gaming-handhelds-including-a-new-steam-deck-194531373.html">AMD’s Ryzen Z2 chips</a>, among others.&nbsp;</p>
  2674. <p><strong>January 2025</strong>: We have a new top pick among emulation-focused handhelds: the Retroid Pocket 5. Beyond that, we’ve added notes on a few other devices we’ve tested, including the Retroid Pocket Mini and Anbernic RG35XXSP; lightly edited other blurbs to reflect changes in the market; and removed a couple write-ups for products that’ve been discontinued. We're also keeping an eye on new handhelds that’ve recently been announced or are strongly rumored to arrive in the near future, including devices from <a data-i13n="cpos:73;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/pc/msis-new-claw-gaming-handhelds-have-lunar-lake-processors-and-nondescript-ai-powers-230028563.html">MSI</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:74;pos:1" href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/12/13/24320607/lenovo-legion-go-8-leak-gamepad">Lenovo</a>.</p>
  2675. <p><strong>August 2024</strong>: We’ve replaced the ASUS ROG Ally, our prior pick for the best Windows gaming handheld, with the new and improved ROG Ally X. We’ve also checked to make sure all availability and pricing details noted throughout the guide are accurate.</p>
  2676. <p><strong>June 2024</strong>: We’ve updated this guide to ensure all of our recommendations are up to date, adding a note on ASUS’ upcoming <a data-i13n="cpos:75;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-asus-rog-ally-x-improves-on-the-original-in-all-the-right-ways-090008278.html">ROG Ally X</a> in the process. We’ve also included details on two new handhelds we’ve tested since our previous update: the <a data-i13n="cpos:76;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/msi-claw-a1m-review-a-touch-late-and-bit-too-pricey-143009327.html">MSI Claw</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:77;pos:1" href="https://www.ayaneo.com/product/AYANEO-FLIP-DS.html">Ayaneo Flip DS</a>. Staying on top of this market is a tall task, but we’re currently looking at recent noteworthy releases like the PSP-esque <a data-i13n="cpos:78;pos:1" href="https://www.ayntec.com/products/odin2-mini?variant=45104574464192">AYN Odin 2 Mini</a> and the GBA-style <a data-i13n="cpos:79;pos:1" href="https://anbernic.com/products/rg35xxsp?variant=45132487328001">Anbernic RG35XXSP</a> as well.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/best-handheld-gaming-system-140018863.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2727.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Samsung Odyssey 3D monitor hands-on: This should be the new baseline for glasses-free 3D]]></title>
  2728.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>It seems like every few years, gadget makers try to come up with something that will make us care about seeing things in 3D again. Without going all the way back to the <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.3dglassesonline.com/the-history-of-3d-technology/">1800s</a>, the first <em>Avatar</em> movie brought millions to theaters to watch <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2009-12-02-metareview-james-camerons-avatar.html">blue cat people</a> dance around in stereoscopic vision. Then came the flop that was 3D TVs in the early 2010s before things heated up again with the arrival of VR headsets like the HTC Vive and Oculus Rift. Soon, Samsung will release a new take on the tech with its glasses-free Odyssey 3D Gaming Monitor (model G90XF) and after trying it out, I feel like if 3D has been this good all along, people wouldn't roll their eyes every time the idea gets brought up.</p>
  2729. <p>If this monitor looks somewhat familiar, that's because Samsung actually demoed very early pre-production models at CES in both <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.ces.tech/ces-innovation-awards/2024/samsung-2d3d-gaming-monitor/">2024</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://news.samsung.com/us/samsung-new-monitors-bring-ai-capabilities-gaming-performance-enhanced-productivity-ces-2025/">2025</a>. In fact, I tried the first version in Las Vegas almost a year and a half ago, playing <em>Lies of P </em>back when it was a slightly larger 37-inch display. Regardless, the Odyssey 3D is finally going on sale later this month on April 28 for $2,000 and while I don't think it's an essential piece of tech, it's definitely a fun way to experience both games and videos in a new dimension.</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
  2730. <figure>
  2731. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/61029270-1a5b-11f0-bf9e-0432832fd57d" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/61029270-1a5b-11f0-bf9e-0432832fd57d" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="Unfortunately, due to the way Samsung's glasses-free 3D works on the Odyssey 3D gaming monitor, the effect doesn't come across in photos or videos. " data-uuid="33db6b3e-966a-3297-97f6-2aa4112fc19c">
  2732. <figcaption></figcaption>
  2733. <div class="photo-credit">
  2734.   Sam Rutherford for Engadget
  2735. </div>
  2736. </figure>
  2737. <p>The G90XF features a 27-inch 4K LCD panel with a 165Hz refresh rate, which isn't all that impressive considering its price. And in some respects, it gets even worse when the 3D effect is active. In addition to having two eye and face tracking sensors hidden beneath its bezels, the Odyssey 3D also uses a lenticular filter to create two slightly different versions of the same scene (one for each eye), which gets interpreted by your brain as a 3D image.</p>
  2738. <p>This lowers the perceived resolution of the screen, which results in a very faint screen door effect like you might get on a VR headset. For me, this meant I saw a little chromatic fringing around certain objects while individual pixels became more noticeable. Unfortunately, because the monitor is designed to be viewed with two eyes, the effect doesn't come across in photos or videos as cameras typically only record with a single lens/sensor at a time. (Womp womp.)</p>
  2739. <figure>
  2740. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/0e0298d0-1a5c-11f0-aedb-6d24b04946a3" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/0e0298d0-1a5c-11f0-aedb-6d24b04946a3" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="In titles co-developed for the Samsung Odyssey 3D gaming monitor, there will be in-game settings for easily controlling the intensity of the 3D effects. " data-uuid="6671214a-a589-3edb-8290-47af81eb867c">
  2741. <figcaption></figcaption>
  2742. <div class="photo-credit">
  2743.   Sam Rutherford for Engadget
  2744. </div>
  2745. </figure>
  2746. <p>That said, even with all of those limitations, I was still impressed by the Odyssey 3D. In games, the monitor can handle two different levels of integration. There is one for titles specifically co-developed with input from Samsung (denoted with a yellow badge) that take full advantage of the tech and another more general setting for games with basic 3D support.</p>
  2747. <p>The first game I played — <em>Khazan: The First Berserker</em> — is a fully certified title and it demonstrated a surprising level of immersion. Even without pushing the sliders for 3D effects like focal distance and depth factor all the way up, trees and foliage around the edge of the screen looked like they were popping out the display right at me, while little gameplay elements like floating orbs of blood just hovered in the space between my face and the monitor. There were also details like snowflakes that looked like they were flying past my head, which was a nice touch.</p> <core-slideshow data-slideshowid="58819e8e-3cd6-4ef1-827a-892e8008f5df" />
  2748. <p>Importantly, the tech never felt oppressive and thanks to the built-in head tracking, I had the freedom to move around in my seat (just a little bit) without ruining the effect. So instead of being a distraction, it simply added a bit of atmosphere to the game. And it still looked quite sharp and ran as smooth as you’d expect. Sadly, I couldn't play <em>Octopath Traveler, </em>which is another one of Samsung's supported titles, as I think the combination of the 3D effect with the game's retro HD-2D art style would be a great showcase of the tech.</p>
  2749. <p>As for other titles, the monitor can convert standard 2D graphics into 3D on the fly. Though, as you might imagine, the effect isn't nearly as pronounced, particularly in more modern titles with fancier graphics. However, when I played <em>Grand Theft Auto: Vice City</em>, characters and vehicles still popped out in a very pleasing way that made a more than 20-year-old game feel brand new. Once again, it wasn’t a groundbreaking change, but added an extra level of fun and immersion to an already very nostalgic game.</p>
  2750. <figure>
  2751. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/93b90e10-1a5b-11f0-bfbf-463b9eac623a" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/93b90e10-1a5b-11f0-bfbf-463b9eac623a" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="One of the most impressive demos of the Odyssey 3D gaming monitor is watching content like anime, which is converted from 2D to 3D on the fly. " data-uuid="b2a38245-e839-3097-8fab-a9de553374cf">
  2752. <figcaption></figcaption>
  2753. <div class="photo-credit">
  2754.   Sam Rutherford for Engadget
  2755. </div>
  2756. </figure>
  2757. <p>But the Odyssey 3D's abilities don't stop at gaming because the monitor can also convert non-DRM-protected videos (like clips from YouTube) into 3D on the fly. Similar to games, more recent trailers like <em>Avengers: Endgame</em> had an obvious depth effect that made certain scenes shine, though I still wouldn't call it a revolutionary experience. However, for other genres like anime, the display did an even better job of separating stuff in the background from characters up front. On top of all that, the monitor can also convert <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydwPjrKM86A">side-by-side stereoscopic footage</a> into standard 3D videos as well, which is a nice, though rather niche, inclusion. I just wish I didn’t have to click on the notification to activate the 3D effect every time I pulled up a new video.</p>
  2758. <p>Of course, the big question is if the Odyssey 3D's added dimensionality is worth an extra $1,000 or more compared to a more traditional monitor with similar specs. And to that I'd probably say no. But I don't think that means this display is a failure, because I found that being able to turn this effect on and off at will without needing extra equipment like glasses made the whole experience rather enjoyable, instead of completely off-putting like so many devices in the past. And if Samsung can make this tech a bit more affordable, it would feel more like a nice bonus that has definite value when viewing certain games or movies. When you consider all the false starts and flops 3D gadgets have had throughout the years, that feels like a small but important win in my book.</p>
  2759. <figure>
  2760. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/d553f240-1a5b-11f0-b9f2-fdad3aa78b5f" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/d553f240-1a5b-11f0-b9f2-fdad3aa78b5f" style="height:2000px;width:3333px;" alt="Even for games that don't feature native support, the Samsung Odyssey 3D gaming monitor can convert them to 3D in real time. " data-uuid="edaba1d7-c27a-390a-894b-7d3ec3b95882">
  2761. <figcaption></figcaption>
  2762. <div class="photo-credit">
  2763.   Sam Rutherford for Engadget
  2764. </div>
  2765. </figure>
  2766. <p>Finally, while there are currently 12 games that are fully certified to work with the Odyssey 3D, Samsung says it hopes to bring that number closer to 50 by the end of the year. Currently support titles are listed below.</p>
  2767. <ul>
  2768. <li><p>KHAZAN: The First Berserker</p></li>
  2769. <li><p>Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot</p></li>
  2770. <li><p>Lies of P</p></li>
  2771. <li><p>Psychonauts 2</p></li>
  2772. <li><p>Little Nightmares II</p></li>
  2773. <li><p>Palworld</p></li>
  2774. <li><p>F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch</p></li>
  2775. <li><p>SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake</p></li>
  2776. <li><p>Like a Dragon: Ishin</p></li>
  2777. <li><p>Only UP</p></li>
  2778. <li><p>Darksiders Genesis</p></li>
  2779. <li><p>Octopath Traveler</p></li>
  2780. </ul>
  2781. <p>The Samsung Odyssey 3D Gaming Monitor will be available for $2,000 starting on April 28, with pre-orders eligible for a $200 credit from select retailers like Samsung.com.</p>
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  2784. <p></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/computing/samsung-odyssey-3d-monitor-hands-on-this-should-be-the-new-baseline-for-glasses-free-3d-190015689.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2835.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[How to watch Kia's New York International Auto Show presentation on April 16]]></title>
  2836.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Kia has <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/23065/kia-america-returns-to-the-new-york-international-auto-show">teased</a> that it will have a trio of announcements at the 2025 New York International Auto Show. The car company's presentation is scheduled for 10AM ET on April 16. That's today! This morning, in fact. The reveal was hosted live on YouTube, and it's also embedded below. If you missed it as it was happening, you can still watch the video below, just to revel in the announcement, perhaps.&nbsp;</p>
  2837. <div id="3312d50f4c3d443abf6f93e299ead56f"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WZAr4rWbusk?si=J1oqHgI013yxj_GW" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
  2838. <p>If you don't have time to watch the 21-minute-long event, check out our article on <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/transportation/evs/the-kia-ev4-makes-its-us-debut-at-the-new-york-auto-show-140036813.html">Kia's US debut of its first all-electric sedan</a>. The presentation featured three vehicles, including two that are fully electric. Kia unveiled its <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/transportation/evs/kias-ev4-its-first-electric-sedan-will-be-available-in-the-us-later-this-year-140039030.html">EV4 hatchback sedan</a> in February, but didn't share info about North American manufacturing at that time.&nbsp;</p>
  2839. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>While the stage presentation will get livestreamed, we don't yet have tech to remotely test the Kia EV9 and EV6 models that will be at the live show. Maybe one day…</p>
  2840. <p><strong>Update, April 16 2025, 2:00PM ET:</strong> This story has been updated to clarify that Kia's NY Auto Show 2025 event has taken place and to share some details on what was announced.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/transportation/how-to-watch-kias-new-york-international-auto-show-presentation-on-april-16-195259387.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2891.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Xbox users can now stream games they own on their consoles]]></title>
  2892.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Microsoft just announced that Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One owners can now stream select games they own <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2025/04/16/xbox-april-update-buy-games-xbx-app-stream-your-own-game-console/"><ins>directly from the console</ins></a>. This feature is exclusive to Game Pass Ultimate members.</p>
  2893. <p>What’s the point of this? It’s intended to save both time and hard drive space. Gamers can jump right in immediately, without having to download and install a giant file. It doesn’t work with every game. As of this writing, there are over 100 titles <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Microsoft;elmt:;cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=67071605-d4df-494e-8d9c-c9c236b8bb38&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=60bc2703-e340-4229-bae6-68874a31dcb4&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Microsoft&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy54Ym94LmNvbS9lbi1VUy9wbGF5L2dhbGxlcnkvYnV5LWFuZC1zdHJlYW0iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjYwYmMyNzAzLWUzNDAtNDIyOS1iYWU2LTY4ODc0YTMxZGNiNCIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cueGJveC5jb20vZW4tVVMvcGxheS9nYWxsZXJ5L2J1eS1hbmQtc3RyZWFtIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAanHl49bxXBCPHPx2u-6m6Rm_tKz_W9FUV_kdygsS-lI&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xbox.com%2Fen-US%2Fplay%2Fgallery%2Fbuy-and-stream" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/play/gallery/buy-and-stream"><ins>that enable this feature</ins></a>. They include standouts like <em>Assassin’s Creed Shadows</em>, <em>Animal Well</em>, <em>Baldur’s Gate 3</em> and <em>Hogwarts Legacy</em>, among others.</p>
  2894. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/f6b6f0f0-1ae6-11f0-8bee-3eab64129289" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/f6b6f0f0-1ae6-11f0-8bee-3eab64129289" style="height:850px;width:1528px;" alt="An ad for the feature showing Assassin's Creed." data-uuid="fb224acb-5dd3-3b43-969e-98923b419220"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Xbox</div></figure>
  2895. <p>All you have to do is peruse your library and look for the cloud icon accompanying a game. Playable titles can also be filtered in search. The Store app even displays this icon, allowing you to start playing as soon as you hand over some digital cash.</p>
  2896. <p>Xbox players could already do this on devices outside of an official console. Throughout the past few months, <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/xbox/you-can-now-stream-some-xbox-games-you-own-but-you-still-need-game-pass-ultimate-181047095.html"><ins>the feature has been popping up</ins></a> on <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-cloud-streaming-is-coming-to-new-lg-smart-tvs-204457962.html"><ins>select smart TVs</ins></a>, Amazon Fire TVs and Meta Quest VR headsets. It also works on browser-supported devices like PCs, tablets and smartphones. A beta test for Xbox consoles <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-previews-cloud-streaming-of-games-you-own-on-consoles-211008822.html"><ins>started in December</ins></a>.</p>
  2897. <p>Microsoft also just announced that backward compatible games from the Xbox and Xbox 360 will now be streamable via remote play across all supported devices. That significantly increases the library of available titles. It’s worth noting that the company has removed remote play from the official Xbox app on mobile, but it still works via browsers.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-users-can-now-stream-games-they-own-on-their-consoles-173739687.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2951.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Cronos: The New Dawn seems to smush Dead Space and Control together (in a good way)]]></title>
  2952.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<div id="b26f64120ed1445696d4efce05c5bec3"><div style="left:0;width:100%;height:0;position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZblwGH-C7eg?rel=0" style="top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;position:absolute;border:0;" allowfullscreen scrolling="no" data-embed-domain="www.youtube.com"></iframe></div></div>
  2953. <p>Bloober Team has provided a first proper look at gameplay for its latest project, <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/bloober-teams-next-horror-game-is-cronos-the-new-dawn-184925036.html"><em><ins>Cronos: The New Dawn</ins></em></a>, after a brief tease at the end of the initial reveal in October. The trailer has a very <em>Dead Space</em>-like feel, which shouldn&#39;t be too surprising given that this is a third-person survival horror game, but that&#39;s hardly a bad thing. There appear to be some other influences at play here, and there&#39;s one particular feature that seems quite terrifying.</p>
  2954. <p>The game takes place across two time periods, a decayed post-apocalyptic future and 1980s-era Poland. As a Traveller, you&#39;re sent back in time to rescue certain people before they die in an apocalypse. To do that, you&#39;ll need to battle creatures known as Orphans, which Bloober describes as &quot;twisted, body-horror monstrosities born from humanity’s darkest nightmares.&quot; But you&#39;ll need to be sure to burn the bodies of fallen monsters. If you don&#39;t, that can spell a whole heap of trouble.</p>
  2955. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Living Orphans can absorb the bodies of their fallen ilk. This so-called Merging evolves the creatures. They become fast, stronger and tougher to take down, and they gain new abilities to boot. So yeah, you&#39;ll want to torch any Orphans that you take out.</p>
  2956. <p>There&#39;s a lot going on elsewhere in the trailer. Along with <em>Dead Space</em>, the action and visuals evoke games like <em>The Last of Us Part 2 </em>(if you know, you know), <em>Returnal, Bioshock </em>and <em>Control </em>— not least because of the shifting, fractured Brutalist architecture<em>. </em>The creature designs are reminiscent of those in last year&#39;s <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/silent-hill-2-remake-hits-ps5-and-pc-on-october-8-230731258.html"><em><ins>Silent Hill 2 </ins></em><ins>remake</ins></a><em>,</em> a game that Bloober Team just happens to be behind.</p>
  2957. <p>Those aren&#39;t criticisms in any way. There&#39;s nothing wrong with drawing inspiration from others and fashioning them into something new. <em>Cronos: The New Dawn </em>is looking pretty compelling, and it&#39;s already got a spot on my wishlist.</p>
  2958. <p><em>Cronos: The New Dawn </em>is slated to arrive later this year. It&#39;s coming to Steam, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/cronos-the-new-dawn-seems-to-smush-dead-space-and-control-together-in-a-good-way-172611962.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  3009.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[X may soon replace DMs with its upcoming chat platform]]></title>
  3010.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>X DMs may soon be kaput. On Tuesday, a company software engineer <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://x.com/ZachWarunek/status/1912344586782924919">posted</a> on the platform that "the whole entire DM's will be gone soon." But the former Twitter isn't getting rid of messaging; the company is said to be replacing it with a full-fledged chatting system called XChat.</p>
  3011. <p>X Software Engineer Zach Warunek replied to another user who asked whether XChat would replace message requests. "No, not like request messages but like the whole entire DM's will be gone soon," the engineer replied. Engadget contacted Warunek to ask about a timeframe for the feature, and we'll update this article if we hear back.</p>
  3012. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><div id="e5736be9a09341f79513ee0fd5d57794"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">No, not like request messages but like the whole entire DM’s will be gone soon</p>— Zach Warunek (@ZachWarunek) <a href="https://x.com/ZachWarunek/status/1912344586782924919">April 16, 2025</a></blockquote> </div>
  3013. <p>These aren't the first rumors we've seen about XChat. Early this year, the X account @xDaily <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://x.com/xDaily/status/1883965823959851322">posted</a> a screenshot showing an XChat icon instead of Messages in the platform's sidebar. In February, owner Elon Musk <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1755870691159626094">wrote</a> that, within a few months, he would discontinue his phone number and only use X for texts and calls. Then, @swak_12 (<a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.androidheadlines.com/2025/04/x-developing-xchat-android.html">via</a> <em>Android Headlines</em>) <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://x.com/swak_12/status/1908592961589567947">posted</a> screenshots this month showing a PIN verification screen (similar to secure messaging apps like <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apps/how-to-add-someone-to-a-signal-group-chat-201430756.html">Signal</a>) for XChat.</p>
  3014. <p>Yet another alleged leak <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:7;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://x.com/P4mui/status/1912522524757246193">posted</a> on Wednesday by @P4mui includes more screenshots and a list of XChat features, including fully encrypted end-to-end messaging, file transfers and the ability to unread messages and delete individual ones for all users.</p>
  3015. <p></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/social-media/x-may-soon-replace-dms-with-its-upcoming-chat-platform-171006540.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  3060.                                <media:description><![CDATA[The new X sign is installed on the roof of the headquarters of Twitter, which is being rebranded as "X", in San Francisco on July 28, 2023. Elon Musk killed off the Twitter logo on July 24, 2023, replacing the world-recognized blue bird with a white X as the tycoon accelerates his efforts to transform the floundering social media giant. Musk and the company's new chief executive Linda Yaccarino announced the rebranding on July 23, 2023, scrapping one of technology's most iconic brands in the latest shock move since the tycoon took over Twitter nine months ago. (Photo by Julie JAMMOT / AFP) (Photo by JULIE JAMMOT/AFP via Getty Images)]]></media:description>
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  3066.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[OpenAI's new o3 and o4-mini models are all about 'thinking with images']]></title>
  3067.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>A mere two days after <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ai/openai-is-phasing-out-gpt-45-for-developers-185554841.html">announcing GPT-4.1</a>, OpenAI is releasing not one but two new models. The company today announced the <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://openai.com/index/thinking-with-images/">public availability of o3 and o4-mini</a>. Of the former, OpenAI says o3 is its most advanced reasoning model yet, with it showing &quot;strong performance&quot; in coding, math and science tasks. As for o4-mini, OpenAI is billing it as a lower cost alternative that still delivers &quot;impressive results&quot; across those same fields.</p>
  3068. <p>More notably, both models offer novel capabilities not found in OpenAI&#39;s past systems. For first time, the company&#39;s reasoning models can use and combine all of the tools available in ChatGPT, including <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ai/chatgpt-search-no-longer-requires-an-openai-account-to-use-205538282.html">web browsing</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ai/openais-built-in-image-generator-for-chatgpt-is-now-available-to-free-users-120003146.html">image generation</a>. The company says this capability allows o3 and o4-mini solve challenging, multi-step problems more effectively, and &quot;take real steps toward acting independently.&quot;&nbsp;</p>
  3069. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><div id="3ed73095e22c4c349b346fb653579ab2"><div style="left:0;width:100%;height:0;position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/sq8GBPUb3rk?rel=0" style="top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;position:absolute;border:0;" allowfullscreen="" scrolling="no" data-embed-domain="www.youtube.com"></iframe></div></div>
  3070. <p>At the same time, o3 and o4-mini can not just see images, but also interpret and &quot;think&quot; about them in a way that significantly extends their visual processing capabilities. For instance, you can upload images of whiteboards, diagrams or sketches — even poor quality ones — and the new models will understand them. They can also adjust the images as part of how they reason.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
  3071. <p>&quot;The combined power of state-of-the-art reasoning with full tool access translates into significantly stronger performance across academic benchmarks and real-world tasks, setting a new standard in both intelligence and usefulness,&quot; says OpenAI.&nbsp;</p>
  3072. <p>Separately, OpenAI is releasing a new coding agent (<a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ai/anthropics-new-claude-model-can-think-both-fast-and-slow-203307140.html">à la Claude Code</a>) named Codex CLI. It&#39;s designed to give developers a minimal interface they can use to link OpenAI&#39;s models with their local code. Out of the box, it works with o3 and o4-mini, with support for GPT-4.1 on the way.&nbsp;</p>
  3073. <p>Today&#39;s announcement comes after OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said the company was changing course on the roadmap he <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ai/openai-will-offer-free-chatgpt-users-unlimited-access-to-gpt-5-211935734.html">detailed in February</a>. At the time, Altman indicated OpenAI would not release o3, which the company first <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ai/openais-next-generation-o3-model-will-arrive-early-next-year-191707632.html">previewed late last year</a>, as a standalone product. However, at the start of April, he announced a &quot;change of plans,&quot; noting OpenAI was moving forward with the release of o3 and o4-mini.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
  3074. <p>&quot;There are a bunch of reasons for this, but the most exciting one is that we are going to be able to make GPT-5 much better than we originally though,&quot; he <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://x.com/sama/status/1908167621624856998">wrote on X</a>. &quot;We also found it harder than we thought it was going to be to smoothly integrate everything. and we want to make sure we have enough capacity to support what we expect to be unprecedented demand.&quot;</p>
  3075. <p>That means the streamlining Altman promised in February will likely need to wait until at least the release of GPT-5, which he said would arrive sometime in the next &quot;few months.&quot;&nbsp;</p>
  3076. <p>In the meantime, ChatGPT Plus, Pro and Team users can begin using o3 and o4-mini starting today. Sometime in the next few weeks, OpenAI will bring online o3-pro, an even more powerful version of its flagship reasoning model, and make it available to Pro subscribers. For the time being, those users can continue to use o1-pro.&nbsp;</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/openais-new-o3-and-o4-mini-models-are-all-about-thinking-with-images-170043465.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  3124.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Panasonic S1R II review: An excellent hybrid camera that’s cheaper than rivals]]></title>
  3125.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>With <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/sony-a1-review-8k-mirrorless-camera-video-143023884-143023847.html">the A1</a>, Sony was the first to introduce a high-resolution hybrid camera that was equally adept at stills and video — but boy was it <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/sony-a1-full-frame-full-frame-mirrorless-camera-154222241.html?_fsig=S2BMW968FwCp66OFUXiiLg--%7EA">expensive</a>. Nikon and Canon followed that template with the R5 II and Z8 models that offered similar capabilities for less money, but those were still well north of $4,000.</p>
  3126. <p>Enter <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/cameras/panasonic-takes-on-canon-with-the-full-frame-45-megapixel-s1r-ii-mirrorless-camera-140048286.html">the S1R II</a>. It’s Panasonic’s first camera that can not only shoot up to 8K video at the company’s usual high standards, but also capture 44-megapixel (MP) photos in rapid bursts. And unlike its rivals, the new model is available at a more reasonable $3,300 — half the price of <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/cameras/sony-a1-ii-review-a-powerhouse-camera-that-falls-short-of-its-own-high-standards-150053430.html">Sony’s A1 II</a>. At the same time, it’s a massive upgrade over the original S1R.</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
  3127. <p>The main catch is the lack of a high-speed stacked sensor found in the other models, which can cause some skewing in both images and video. As I discovered, though, that tradeoff is well worth it for the lower price and picture quality that matches its competition. All of that makes the S1R II Panasonic’s best camera yet and a very tempting option in the high-resolution mirrorless category.</p>
  3128. <p>
  3129. <core-commerce id="f0f8ad7968224badbdd730ca34c732fa" data-type="product-list" data-original-url="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1879621-REG/panasonic_dc_s1rm2body_lumix_s1r_ii_mirrorless.html"></core-commerce></p>
  3130. <h2 id="jump-link-design-and-handling">Design and handling</h2>
  3131. <p>The S1R II is similar to other recent Panasonic models like the GH7 in terms of the design and control layout. It’s much lighter than the original S1R at 1.75 pounds compared to 2.24 pounds, so it’s less tiresome to carry around all day. As for handling, the massive grip has a ridge where your fingertips sit, making it nearly impossible to drop. The rubberized exterior is easy on the hands, though not quite as nice as the R5 II’s softer material.</p>
  3132. <p>I’ve always liked Panasonic’s controls and in that regard the S1R II may be the company’s best model yet. Along with a joystick and dials on the top front, top back and rear, it has lockable mode and burst shooting dials on top. You also get a dedicated button for photos, video and slow and quick (S&amp;Q) modes, each with separate settings. There’s a dedicated autofocus switch, video record buttons both on top and front, a tally light and multiple programmable buttons.</p>
  3133. <p>The menu system is equally good, with logical color-coded menus and submenus. You can also rapidly find your most-used functions in the quick menu. All of that allowed me to shoot photos and video without fumbling for settings. You can also fully program buttons, dials and the quick menu to your own preferences.</p>
  3134. <figure>
  3135. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/a6415b70-1ad6-11f0-b70f-e358d2aab483" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/a6415b70-1ad6-11f0-b70f-e358d2aab483" style="height:1667px;width:2500px;" alt="The Panasonic S1R II's versatile tilting and folding display" data-uuid="3629068b-2859-386e-86b0-e187c37418fb">
  3136. <figcaption></figcaption>
  3137. <div class="photo-credit">
  3138.  Steve Dent for Engadget
  3139. </div>
  3140. </figure>
  3141. <p>The rear display is great for content creators and photographers alike. It tilts up and down to allow for easy overhead or shoot-from-the hip photography and also swivels out to the side so vloggers can conveniently film themselves. It’s very sharp and bright enough to use on sunny days. The electronic viewfinder is also excellent with 5.76 million dots of resolution and 100 percent magnification, matching Canon’s R5 II and beating the Nikon Z8.</p>
  3142. <p>Battery life isn’t a strong point, though, with 350 shots on a charge or just 280 when using the electronic viewfinder — far below the 640 shots allowed by the R5 II. It also only allows just over an hour of start-and-stop video shooting. However, Panasonic’s optional DMW-BG2 battery grip doubles endurance and also allows for battery hot-swapping.</p>
  3143. <p>The S1R II supports both SDXC UHS II and much faster CFexpress Type B cards, while also supporting SSD capture via the USB-C port like the <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/panasonic-s5-iix-review-power-and-value-in-one-vlogging-package-133058128.html">S5 IIX</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/panasonic-has-revealed-the-followup-to-the-popular-lumix-gh6-vlogging-camera-210033083.html">GH7</a>. The latter two storage methods enable shooting in high-bandwidth RAW and ProRes to maximize quality.</p>
  3144. <p>Panasonic also included a full-sized HDMI port along with microphone and headphone jacks. For the best possible sound quality, the optional XLR2 accessory lets you capture four channels at up to 32-bit float quality to reduce the possibility of clipped audio. And finally, the S1R II is Panasonic’s first mirrorless model with a protective carbon fiber curtain that comes down to protect the sensor, just like recent Canon and Sony models.</p>
  3145. <h2 id="jump-link-performance">Performance</h2>
  3146. <figure>
  3147. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/f1cb4740-1ad6-11f0-bbee-e78fc5a4e064" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/f1cb4740-1ad6-11f0-bbee-e78fc5a4e064" style="height:1080px;width:1920px;" alt="The Panasonic S1R II offers burst shooting speeds up to 40 fps in electronic shutter mode. " data-uuid="d53cf9da-5ba8-3b32-9b00-fd584d4f24cf">
  3148. <figcaption></figcaption>
  3149. <div class="photo-credit">
  3150.  Steve Dent for Engadget
  3151. </div>
  3152. </figure>
  3153. <p>Although the <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2019-07-29-panasonic-s1r-mirrorless-camera-review.html">original S1R</a> could only manage an anemic 6 fps burst speeds, its successor can hit 40 RAW images per second in silent electronic mode, beating all its rivals — though shooting at that speed limits quality to 12-bit RAW. To get 14-bit quality, you need to use the mechanical shutter for burst shooting which tops out at 9 fps.</p>
  3154. <p>However, the Panasonic S1R II doesn’t have a fast stacked sensor like rivals. The result is rolling shutter that can be a problem in some circumstances, like shooting race cars, propellers or golf swings. However, it does outperform many other non-stacked high-resolution cameras like Sony’s A7R V and Panasonic’s own S5 IIX in that area.</p>
  3155. <p>Pre-burst capture is now available and starts when you half-press the shutter. That lets you save up to 1.5 seconds of photos you might have otherwise missed once you fully press the shutter button.</p>
  3156. <p>With an overhauled phase-detect autofocus system and a new, faster processor, the S1R II features Panasonic’s fastest and smartest AF system yet. It can now lock onto a subject’s face and eyes quicker and follow their movements more smoothly, while also detecting and automatically switching between humans, animals, cars, motorcycles, bikes, trains and airplanes. I found it to be fast and generally reliable, but it’s still not quite up to Sony’s and Canon’s standards for speed and accuracy.</p>
  3157. <p>Panasonic boosted in-body stabilization to 8 stops. That’s nearly on par with rivals, though Canon leads the way with 8.5 stops on the R5 II. Still, it lets you freeze action at shutter speeds as low as a quarter second in case you want to blur waterfalls or moving cars when shooting handheld.</p>
  3158. <h2 id="jump-link-image-quality">Image quality</h2> <core-slideshow data-slideshowid="4740b9bb-3b01-49bc-b63d-0f6c0a725a1b" />
  3159. <p>Photo quality is outstanding with detail as good as rivals, though understandably short of Sony’s 61-megapixel A7R V. Colors are as accurate as I’ve seen on any recent camera, matching or even beating Canon’s excellent R5 II. My pro photographer friends took a number of shots with the S1R II and found it slightly superior to their Sony A1, noting that they rarely needed to white balance in post.</p>
  3160. <p>Thanks to the dual-ISO backside-illuminated sensor, low-light capability is excellent for a high-resolution camera, with noise well controlled up to ISO 12,800. Beyond that, grain becomes more problematic and shadows can take on a green cast. JPEG noise reduction does a good job retaining detail while suppressing noise, but gets overly aggressive above ISO 6,400.</p>
  3161. <p>If 44MP isn’t enough, the S1R II offers a high-resolution mode that captures eight images with a slightly offset sensor position and composes them into a single 177 megapixel file (either RAW or JPEG). It can supposedly be used without a tripod, though I found I had to remain very still to get decent images when doing so.</p>
  3162. <h2 id="jump-link-video">Video</h2>
  3163. <p>The S1R II is Panasonic’s best mirrorless camera yet for video, albeit with some caveats I’ll discuss soon. You can capture up to 8K 30p 10-bit video at a reasonably high 300 Mbps, close to what Sony’s far more expensive A1 can do. Better still, it supports oversampled 5.8K ProRes RAW video internally with no crop for maximum dynamic range, or 4K video at up to 120 fps. Finally, the S1R II is capable of “open gate” 3:2 capture of the full sensor at up to 6.4K (and 8K down the road via a firmware update), making it easy to shoot all types of formats at once, including vertical video for social media.</p>
  3164. <figure>
  3165. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/50eaa090-1ad7-11f0-aeff-0eb2fea706b3" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/50eaa090-1ad7-11f0-aeff-0eb2fea706b3" style="height:1080px;width:1920px;" alt="The Panasonic S1R II is an excellent vlogging camera thanks to the innovative stabilization system. " data-uuid="7864b9fa-8075-3cbf-a99f-41ebcfe51383">
  3166. <figcaption></figcaption>
  3167. <div class="photo-credit">
  3168.  Steve Dent for Engadget
  3169. </div>
  3170. </figure>
  3171. <p>Some of these resolutions, particularly the 5.9K 60 fps and 4K 120 fps modes come with a slight crop of about 1.1x and 1.04x, respectively. 4K 120 fps also uses pixel binning, which introduces a loss of resolution and other artifacts like rainbow-colored moire.</p>
  3172. <p>That takes us to the main downside: rolling shutter. The S1R II is actually a bit better than the S5 II in that regard, with a total readout speed of about 1/40th of a second, or about 25 milliseconds at any of the full sensor readout resolutions (8K or 5.8K). That can result in wobble or skew if you whip the camera around or film fast-moving objects. However, it’s acceptable for regular handheld shooting.</p>
  3173. <p>One complication is Panasonic’s dynamic range expansion (DRE) that boosts video dynamic range by a stop, mostly in an image's highlights. Enabling that feature makes rolling shutter worse.</p>
  3174. <p>Should you need to reduce rolling shutter, you can simply disable DRE without a big hit in quality. And shooting 4K at 60p minimizes rolling shutter so that it’s nearly on par with stacked sensor cameras, while still offering high-quality footage with just a slight crop.</p>
  3175. <p>As for video quality, it’s razor sharp and color rendition is accurate and pleasing. Dynamic range is on the high end of cameras I’ve tested at close to 14 stops when shooting with Panasonic’s V-log, allowing excellent shadow and highlight recovery, especially in DRE mode. It’s still very good without DRE though, particularly if you’re not shooting in bright and sunny conditions.</p>
  3176. <figure>
  3177. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/f9861450-1ad7-11f0-a7ff-67db824e08af" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/f9861450-1ad7-11f0-a7ff-67db824e08af" style="height:1313px;width:2400px;" alt="Video still from the Panasonic S1R II " data-uuid="7e60aa8c-76db-3505-ade2-17367cfd367d">
  3178. <figcaption>
  3179.  Frame grab from Panasonic S1R II 8K video
  3180. </figcaption>
  3181. <div class="photo-credit">
  3182.  Steve Dent for Engadget
  3183. </div>
  3184. </figure>
  3185. <p>Video AF is also strong, keeping even quick-moving subjects in focus. Face, eye, animal and vehicle detection work well, though again, the system isn’t quite as reliable as what I saw on Sony and Canon’s latest models.</p>
  3186. <p>The S1R II offers more stabilization options than its rivals, though. Optical stabilization provides good results for handheld video, while electronic stabilization (EIS) smooths things further . Cranking that up to the most aggressive high EIS setting provides gimbal-like smoothness but introduces a significant 1.5x crop.</p>
  3187. <p>Along with those, Panasonic introduced something called “cropless” EIS. That setting takes advantage of unused areas of the sensor to correct corner distortion typical with wide angle lenses while also fixing skew. I found it worked very well to reduce rolling shutter even for quick pans and walking, which may help alleviate such concerns for some creators.</p>
  3188. <p>So yes, rolling shutter wobble is worse on this camera than rivals like the R5 II. However, there are ways to work around it. If minimal skewing is a critical feature then don’t buy the S1R II, but it shouldn’t be an issue for most users, particularly at this price.</p>
  3189. <h2 id="jump-link-wrap-up">Wrap-up</h2>
  3190. <figure>
  3191. <img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/48780a50-1ad8-11f0-97fd-76ee1863bf03" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/48780a50-1ad8-11f0-97fd-76ee1863bf03" style="height:1667px;width:2500px;" alt="The Panasonic S1R II is one of the nicest handling cameras out there. " data-uuid="905d88c0-967c-30c6-bace-0638cd2cdc05">
  3192. <figcaption></figcaption>
  3193. <div class="photo-credit">
  3194.  Steve Dent for Engadget
  3195. </div>
  3196. </figure>
  3197. <p>The S1R II is Panasonic’s best hybrid mirrorless camera to date, offering a great balance of photography and video powers. It’s also the cheapest new camera in the high-resolution hybrid full-frame category, undercutting rivals like Canon’s R5 II and the Nikon Z8.</p>
  3198. <p>The main downside is rolling shutter that primarily affects video. As I mentioned, though, it won’t pose a problem for many content creators and there are workarounds. Aside from that, it delivers outstanding photo and video quality while offering innovative features like cropless electronic stabilization.</p>
  3199. <p>If you need even more resolution, Sony’s 61MP A7R V offers slightly better image quality. And if rolling shutter is really an issue then I’d recommend Canon’s R5 II (though that model does cost $1,000 more) or the Nikon Z8. Should you want to spend considerably less, the Canon R6 II or even Panasonic’s S5 II or S5 IIx are solid picks. For other hybrid shooters, though, Panasonic’s S1R II is a great choice.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/cameras/panasonic-s1r-ii-review-an-excellent-hybrid-camera-thats-cheaper-than-rivals-163013065.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  3253.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Spotify was down for a while this morning, but it's back now]]></title>
  3254.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The music-streaming app Spotify was down for a good chunk of time this morning, leaving millions of music fans in the lurch. Both the app and web client weren&#39;t working, but service seem to be broadly returned to normal at this point, though lingering bugs may remain.</p>
  3255. <div id="6b69419eb89e452fa77876d4994e4946"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">We’re aware of some issues right now and are checking them out!</p>— Spotify Status (@SpotifyStatus) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpotifyStatus/status/1912487507616313838?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 16, 2025</a></blockquote>
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  3259. <p>At about 10:40AM ET, Spotify <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://x.com/SpotifyStatus/status/1912516215865594264">updated its X account</a> saying it was working on the issue and also said that &quot;the reports of this being a security hack are false.&quot; We haven&#39;t seen any such reports yet, but we&#39;ll keep an eye on things to see if they offer any more details on this front. Finally, at 12:08PM ET, the company said things were back to normal. All told, it seems like things were down for nearly four hours, a pretty long outage.</p>
  3260. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p><strong>Update, April 16, 2025, 11:04AM ET: </strong>Added details about Spotify claiming this downtime was not due to a security hack.</p>
  3261. <p><strong>Update, April 16 2025, 12:18PM ET: </strong>This story and its headline have been updated to note that Spotify is now back online after its outage.&nbsp;</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/apps/spotify-is-down-the-music-streaming-services-outage-is-not-a-security-hack-143552014.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  3309.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Scientists film a living colossal squid for the first time]]></title>
  3310.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Scientists have caught a colossal squid on camera in its natural environment for the very time, <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c99pg13yv32o"><ins>according to a report by the </ins><em><ins>BBC</ins></em></a>. This happened around <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20250130-colossal-squid-the-eerie-ambassador-from-the-abyss"><ins>100 years after the species</ins></a> was originally discovered, proving just how vast and mysterious the ocean truly is.</p>
  3311. <p>The squid is a juvenile, so it’s not nearly as large as its namesake suggests. It clocks in at around 11.8-inches long. Adult colossal squid can grow up to 23 feet in length and weigh up to 1,100 pounds. They are the heaviest invertebrate on the planet.</p>
  3312. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><div id="fdaac3808b424aa68830244404ec4387"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/6f8leNRUXdo?si=htIMCf-sYI4a_YJG" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
  3313. <p>The crew was exploring the south Atlantic Ocean, near the South Sandwich Islands, as part of a 35-day mission to find new marine life. The juvenile squid was caught on camera at a depth of nearly 2,000 feet. Chief scientist Dr. Michelle Taylor said the team was unsure it was even a colossal squid at first, but filmed it anyway because it was &quot;beautiful and unusual.&quot; The footage was then verified by another researcher.</p>
  3314. <p>&quot;It&#39;s exciting to see the first in situ footage of a juvenile colossal and humbling to think that they have no idea that humans exist,&quot; said Dr. Kat Bolstad.</p>
  3315. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/87ca7330-1ada-11f0-b3db-920eb589e3a4" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-04/87ca7330-1ada-11f0-b3db-920eb589e3a4" style="height:500px;width:782px;" alt="Folks fishing encounter a dead squid." data-uuid="a67900e7-5705-3e58-924a-cbc9fc20dc9d"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Wikimedia Commons</div></figure>
  3316. <p>Most colossal squid found in the wild are already dead and spotted as remains in whale stomachs. Dying adults have been spotted near the surface of the ocean but this is the first time a specimen has been filmed in its natural element. We don’t even know that much about their life cycle, other than the fact that juveniles are transparent and adults are not. The Natural History Museum has said it’s hard to estimate the global population.</p>
  3317. <p>It’s incredible just how ignorant we still are of our own ocean in the year 2025. Only a fifth of the ocean floor <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/fifth-of-earth-ocean-floor-mapped-174617719.html"><ins>has been sufficiently mapped</ins></a>. It truly is the final frontier of Earth-bound exploration. Maybe Katy Perry and Gayle King would have received a better reception if they took an 11-minute trip underwater instead.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/science/scientists-film-a-living-colossal-squid-for-the-first-time-161201996.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  3365.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The best streaming deals: Save on Apple TV+, Audible, Starz, Disney+ and more]]></title>
  3366.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Whether you’re a true cord-cutter or you just want to watch the next season of Stranger Things when it (eventually? maybe?) drops, everyone’s on the lookout for streaming deals nowadays. Plenty have chosen VOD and<a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/best-live-tv-streaming-service-133000410.html"> live TV streaming services</a> over traditional cable in recent years, but the savings that choice got you just a few years ago have somewhat evaporated now. Companies like Netflix, Disney, Max and others have been<a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/disney-is-increasing-prices-again-for-standalone-streaming-plans-183518837.html"> consistently</a><a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/discovery-is-raising-prices-for-all-customers-160646636.html"> raising</a><a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/netflix-raises-subscription-praises-again-with-its-standard-plan-now-costing-18-per-month-234344714.html"> prices</a> to the point where you may question<a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/is-streaming-video-even-still-worth-it-192651141.html"> if streaming is even worth it anymore</a>.</p>
  3367. <p>We at Engadget still think so, for many reasons, but you can (and should) be smart with your money at the same time. Streaming deals are an option, even if they don’t come around with the same regularity as discounts on AirPods do. If you’re looking to save money and still stream all of the content you want, Engadget can help by laying out the best streaming deals you can get right now, how you can save with bundles and everything you should know before paying for yet another streaming service.</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
  3368. <h2 id="jump-link-best-streaming-deals">Best streaming deals</h2>
  3369. <p>True streaming deals can be hard to come by. Most often, they’ll pop up during the Black Friday shopping period. On occasion, we’ll see them sparingly throughout the year and they usually take the form of a discounted monthly or annual rate for a limited period of time. Also, true streaming deals are typically on the ad-supported versions of a service, but once in a while you’ll find a unicorn of a deal on a tier that has ad-free viewing.</p>
  3370. <p>If you’re able to wait for a deal before subscribing to a streaming service, we recommend doing so. You’ll save money upfront and in the long run, and you also have the option to cancel your subscription before the price goes back up to the normal rate. Maybe you find you like the service so much that you’re fine paying full price for it — that’s the ideal situation. But if you’re not compelled to keep that app on rotation in your smart TV, most streaming services make it easy for you to cancel at any time. With that said, these are the best streaming deals you can snag right now.</p>
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  3372. <core-commerce id="9c8bd72f046c4ecfa4a8048d751cffeb" data-type="product-list" data-original-url="https://tv.apple.com/"></core-commerce></p>
  3373. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0F1ZGlibGUtQm9va3MtYW5kLU9yaWdpbmFscy9iLz9ub2RlPTE4MTQ1Mjg5MDExJnRhZz1nZGd0MGMtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjAyNmZlMWI1LWVhMjItNDlmNi04MDE2LWZkODY4NjkyOGY1YyIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9BdWRpYmxlLUJvb2tzLWFuZC1PcmlnaW5hbHMvYi8_bm9kZT0xODE0NTI4OTAxMSIsImR5bmFtaWNDZW50cmFsVHJhY2tpbmdJZCI6dHJ1ZSwic2l0ZUlkIjoidXMtZW5nYWRnZXQiLCJwYWdlSWQiOiIxcC1hdXRvbGluayIsImZlYXR1cmVJZCI6InRleHQtbGluayJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAVKWZZlYq855SeE6kh1SJXh-JszJ_CkjoH21kDA8dUyR&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FAudible-Books-and-Originals%2Fb%2F%3Fnode%3D18145289011" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Books-and-Originals/b/?ie=UTF8&amp;node=18145289011&amp;ref_=nav_cs_audible"><strong>Audible (three months) for $3 ($42 off): </strong></a>This deal gives you access to Audible Premium Plus, which includes one credit each month that you can spend on any book you'd like, along with listening access to thousands of other books, podcasts and Audible Originals. You also get to take part in Audible's exclusive member sales. The deal runs through April 30.</p>
  3374. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:STARZ;elmt:;cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=cc213f7f-ca63-4b41-92c9-3fcfeaf9686b&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=STARZ&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zdGFyei5jb20vdXMvZW4vYnV5IiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIwMjZmZTFiNS1lYTIyLTQ5ZjYtODAxNi1mZDg2ODY5MjhmNWMiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnN0YXJ6LmNvbS91cy9lbi9idXkifQ&amp;signature=AQAAASvBZnmRMUepaJ9V51qB_SFah2VNJT7ZShmZ1jEvguLh&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.starz.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Fbuy" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.starz.com/us/en/buy"><strong>Starz (six months) for $18 ($28 off):</strong></a> <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:STARZ;elmt:;cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=cc213f7f-ca63-4b41-92c9-3fcfeaf9686b&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=STARZ&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zdGFyei5jb20vdXMvZW4vYnV5IiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIwMjZmZTFiNS1lYTIyLTQ5ZjYtODAxNi1mZDg2ODY5MjhmNWMiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnN0YXJ6LmNvbS91cy9lbi9idXkifQ&amp;signature=AQAAASvBZnmRMUepaJ9V51qB_SFah2VNJT7ZShmZ1jEvguLh&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.starz.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Fbuy" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.starz.com/us/en/buy">Starz's</a> latest offer gives you six months of access for only $18, which shakes out to just $3 per month. This represents a 66-percent discount off the standard annual plan. This gives you access to all Starz content, including originals like <em>Power Book III: Raising Kanan</em> and movies like <em>Fast X</em>. If you'd prefer less of a commitment, you can get three months of access for only $9.</p>
  3375. <p><a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://tv.youtube.com/welcome/"><strong>YouTube TV for $60/month for the first two months ($46 off):</strong></a> New subscribers can save a total of $46 when they sign up for YouTube TV’s base plan, which includes access to over 100 channels, unlimited DVR space and six household accounts with the ability to stream on three devices at once.</p>
  3376. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sling TV;elmt:;cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=34c77505-6db4-4664-9320-2c38b4122d5e&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Sling+TV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zbGluZy5jb20vIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIwMjZmZTFiNS1lYTIyLTQ5ZjYtODAxNi1mZDg2ODY5MjhmNWMiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnNsaW5nLmNvbS8ifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAQfw-Yf92m_e6aRtA2aL1MrguwqpyVySo7MIxY3fYLno&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sling.com%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.sling.com/"><strong>Sling Orange for $23/month for the first month (50 percent off):</strong></a> New customers can get Sling Orange or Sling Blue for half off the usual price for the first month, bringing the final prices to $23/month and $25.50/month, respectively. Orange is likely best for sports fans, with eight exclusive sports and family channels, while Blue includes 19 exclusive news and entertainment channels. You can get both Orange and Blue access also for half off for one month, or $33 total.</p>
  3377. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:FuboTV;elmt:;cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=9a941868-c063-4b44-9207-896f1fb5891e&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=FuboTV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5mdWJvLnR2L3dlbGNvbWUiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjAyNmZlMWI1LWVhMjItNDlmNi04MDE2LWZkODY4NjkyOGY1YyIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZnViby50di93ZWxjb21lIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAXqYkMKAUm8799Kqd7h3b8qXj7L_Ft7q4NAGclsLGpGU&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fubo.tv%2Fwelcome" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.fubo.tv/welcome"><strong>Fubo Essential for $55/month for the first month ($30 off): </strong></a>Fubo has introductory discounts on most of its packages, but Essential may be the best for most people. It offers access to 215 channels, unlimited cloud DVR and up to 10 simultaneous streams. Note that regional sports content is not included here; you’ll have to go up to Pro or Elite plans for that.</p>
  3378. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:streamtvdirectv;elmt:;cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=23abf927-2e2d-407e-9b56-ba09999b12f8&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=streamtvdirectv&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N0cmVhbXR2LmRpcmVjdHYuY29tL2xpdmUtc3BvcnRzL3Nwb3J0cy1wYWNrLyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiMDI2ZmUxYjUtZWEyMi00OWY2LTgwMTYtZmQ4Njg2OTI4ZjVjIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N0cmVhbXR2LmRpcmVjdHYuY29tL2xpdmUtc3BvcnRzL3Nwb3J0cy1wYWNrLyJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAah7FspuDZQe3qHmsb1QiLQHqt3eV7iTaG6CRGIpJlYo&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fstreamtv.directv.com%2Flive-sports%2Fsports-pack%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://streamtv.directv.com/live-sports/sports-pack/"><strong>DirecTV Sports Pack - first month free ($15 off):</strong></a> When you sign up for an Entertainment, Choice or Ultimate package, you can get the first month of the DirecTV Sports Pack for free. This gives you access to NFL Network and NFL Red Zone, MLB Network, CBS Sports Network and TUDN and more.</p>
  3379. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sling TV;elmt:;cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=34c77505-6db4-4664-9320-2c38b4122d5e&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Sling+TV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zbGluZy5jb20vcHJvZ3JhbW1pbmcvc3BvcnRzL21sYiIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiMDI2ZmUxYjUtZWEyMi00OWY2LTgwMTYtZmQ4Njg2OTI4ZjVjIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zbGluZy5jb20vcHJvZ3JhbW1pbmcvc3BvcnRzL21sYiJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAcWdNGpWO1LQ1ke7so_lUUQwu3Yt8bvwJBt0hOIIY3nY&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sling.com%2Fprogramming%2Fsports%2Fmlb" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.sling.com/programming/sports/mlb"><strong>Sling TV + MLB.TV for $30 off:</strong></a> New subscribers can get $30 off their first month of Sling TV when they sign up and add MLB.TV to their package. The offer applies to Sling Orange, Sling Blue and Sling Orange &amp; Blue, and <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:MLBshop.com;elmt:;cpos:14;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=4b5774f7-b9f2-4bbb-b1dc-195558aba230&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=MLBshop.com&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5tbGIuY29tL2xpdmUtc3RyZWFtLWdhbWVzL3N1YnNjcmliZS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjAyNmZlMWI1LWVhMjItNDlmNi04MDE2LWZkODY4NjkyOGY1YyIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubWxiLmNvbS9saXZlLXN0cmVhbS1nYW1lcy9zdWJzY3JpYmUvIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAfgbI_tnLsPzGf7C5fW54XkTo-P0FfqWsYn0HtSzctr_&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mlb.com%2Flive-stream-games%2Fsubscribe%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.mlb.com/live-stream-games/subscribe/">MLB.TV</a> gives you access to MLB Network along with access to all out-of-market games during the regular season. This offer runs through May 31.</p>
  3380. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Spotify;elmt:;cpos:15;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=449e2503-c6b5-44c5-bdb8-b3045047b3e5&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Spotify&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zcG90aWZ5LmNvbS91cy9zdHVkZW50LyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiMDI2ZmUxYjUtZWEyMi00OWY2LTgwMTYtZmQ4Njg2OTI4ZjVjIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zcG90aWZ5LmNvbS91cy9zdHVkZW50LyJ9&amp;signature=AQAAARP4AyvppygFvJ4vrPFGYZ9k2weFDpL_FzdcVGE3uM9X&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.spotify.com%2Fus%2Fstudent%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.spotify.com/us/student/"><strong>Spotify student discount - Premium + Hulu with ads for $6/month (72 percent off):</strong></a> Spotify’s student offer continues to be one of the best around, giving you access to the Premium tier of the music streamer and Hulu’s ad-supported plan for only $6 monthly. Purchased separately, you’d pay $22 per month for both of the services. Plus, the first month is free when you sign up.</p>
  3381. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Hulu;elmt:;cpos:16;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=ca19dea0-e7ad-4f54-beed-6302bce56589&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Hulu&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5odWx1LmNvbS9zdHVkZW50IiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIwMjZmZTFiNS1lYTIyLTQ5ZjYtODAxNi1mZDg2ODY5MjhmNWMiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lmh1bHUuY29tL3N0dWRlbnQifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAV4KsYBbX0kLrA2y-GMrG3k9z_PHlyJK2q92V_FBdUqc&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hulu.com%2Fstudent" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.hulu.com/student"><strong>Hulu student discount - subscribe for $2/month (75 percent off):</strong></a> Those with a valid student ID can get Hulu’s ad-supported tier for 75 percent off the typical rate. They’ll keep the same sale price for as long as they’re a student as well.</p>
  3382. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:HBO Max;elmt:;cpos:17;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=c7892fca-8328-4299-9c5b-59b5f841f383&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=HBO+Max&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5tYXguY29tL3N0dWRlbnQiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjAyNmZlMWI1LWVhMjItNDlmNi04MDE2LWZkODY4NjkyOGY1YyIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubWF4LmNvbS9zdHVkZW50In0&amp;signature=AQAAATKMxp1yl1CtHU6i6YQIW6tmEXYt-HWlvvzENQzDdK8Z&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.max.com%2Fstudent" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.max.com/student"><strong>Max student discount - subscribe for $5/month (50 percent off):</strong></a> Max offers their ad-supported tier to students for half off the usual rate. You’ll just have to verify that you’re a student through <a data-i13n="cpos:18;pos:1" href="https://www.myunidays.com/US/en-US">Unidays</a>, and make note that this offer is only good for up to 12 months of service.</p>
  3383. <h2 id="jump-link-streaming-bundle-discounts">Streaming bundle discounts</h2>
  3384. <p>There’s more consolidation happening now than ever before in the streaming space, and that means there are more streaming bundle options. These bundles offer you access to more content with one subscription price, but those prices are typically higher than paying for a single service by itself (obviously). It may be tempting to just get the bundle, but if only one of those services in the bundle speaks to you, you’ll spend less overall by just paying for the single service.</p>
  3385. <p>Speaking of a deep love for a single streaming service: if all of your favorite shows are on Peacock or the latest releases on Max consistently bring you joy, consider paying for one year upfront. Subscribing with an annual plan usually saves you money in the long term over paying on a monthly basis. Unfortunately, not all streaming services (looking at you, Netflix) have an annual subscription option. Here are some of the best streaming bundles you can get right now.</p>
  3386. <p>
  3387. <core-commerce id="1df24922c60d4c8797c71e56ab44bf2c" data-type="product-list" data-original-url="https://www.disneyplus.com/welcome/disney-hulu-max-bundle"></core-commerce></p>
  3388. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Disney Store;elmt:;cpos:19;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=9c431828-c2cf-402b-a23c-df7fba43d348&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Disney+Store&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5kaXNuZXlwbHVzLmNvbS93ZWxjb21lL2Rpc25leS1odWx1LW1heC1idW5kbGUiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjAyNmZlMWI1LWVhMjItNDlmNi04MDE2LWZkODY4NjkyOGY1YyIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlzbmV5cGx1cy5jb20vd2VsY29tZS9kaXNuZXktaHVsdS1tYXgtYnVuZGxlIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAduD_oqRyynLYkzWzDFLK1tpl2rJVpZNu-qVQ1XrfSaQ&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.disneyplus.com%2Fwelcome%2Fdisney-hulu-max-bundle" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.disneyplus.com/welcome/disney-hulu-max-bundle"><strong>Disney+, Hulu, Max bundle with ads for $17/month</strong></a><strong>:</strong> Ad-supported Max is included here, along with full, ad-supported access to Disney+ and Hulu. You’ll save 43 percent with this bundle, as opposed to paying for all three services individually.</p>
  3389. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sling TV;elmt:;cpos:20;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=34c77505-6db4-4664-9320-2c38b4122d5e&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Sling+TV&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zbGluZy5jb20vcHJvZ3JhbW1pbmcvbWF4IiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIwMjZmZTFiNS1lYTIyLTQ5ZjYtODAxNi1mZDg2ODY5MjhmNWMiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnNsaW5nLmNvbS9wcm9ncmFtbWluZy9tYXgifQ&amp;signature=AQAAATyEE7UlDDC1wlrG2y5A_t2EIt6qCU566bztlvocQWqo&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sling.com%2Fprogramming%2Fmax" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.sling.com/programming/max"><strong>Sling TV + Max starting at $53/month:</strong></a> Sling TV and Max have partnered on a discount that gives new subscribers 50 percent off their first month of Sling TV, plus $5 off monthly when you subscribe to the Sling TV + Max bundle. The standard price for the Sling Blue + Max duo is roughly $58/month, so you'll get a monthly discount of $5 off that. In addition, for the first month only, you'll get half off the price of the bundle. The promotion also applies to the Sling Orange &amp; Blue + Max package, which has a standard price of $73/month.</p>
  3390. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Paramount Plus;elmt:;cpos:21;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=b0d3a482-802c-4eb1-9616-94f7490562f7&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Paramount+Plus&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5wYXJhbW91bnRwbHVzLmNvbS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjAyNmZlMWI1LWVhMjItNDlmNi04MDE2LWZkODY4NjkyOGY1YyIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cucGFyYW1vdW50cGx1cy5jb20vIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAV8iOXVl016P3T1Ibx0jMonfg-tZJd-51LFlOrDY5Khd&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.paramountplus.com%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.paramountplus.com/"><strong>Paramount+ with Showtime for $13/month or $120/year</strong></a><strong>:</strong> This includes everything in Paramount+’s Essential plan, except the ads, and also provides access to Showtime content, live CBS streams and download features.</p>
  3391. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Hulu;elmt:;cpos:22;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=ca19dea0-e7ad-4f54-beed-6302bce56589&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Hulu&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5odWx1LmNvbS9saXZlLXR2IiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIwMjZmZTFiNS1lYTIyLTQ5ZjYtODAxNi1mZDg2ODY5MjhmNWMiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lmh1bHUuY29tL2xpdmUtdHYifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAcqJA3U15Rm-fZoUDBrpnFfOj6R9bPJaLP5OPglFG9Ku&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hulu.com%2Flive-tv" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.hulu.com/live-tv"><strong>Hulu + Live TV with Disney+ and ESPN+ for $96/month:</strong></a> This streaming bundle amalgamation is a bit confusing but it does offer a lot: you get live TV streaming via Hulu’s service plus access to the following VOD services: Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+. Out of those three, only ESPN+ will have ads.</p>
  3392. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Disney Store;elmt:;cpos:23;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=9c431828-c2cf-402b-a23c-df7fba43d348&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Disney+Store&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5kaXNuZXlwbHVzLmNvbS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjAyNmZlMWI1LWVhMjItNDlmNi04MDE2LWZkODY4NjkyOGY1YyIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlzbmV5cGx1cy5jb20vIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAfTrIOOmtx6dAIKCTZ26nxRVnZ6d5zjFO4nGLRZV9o6l&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.disneyplus.com%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.disneyplus.com/"><strong>Disney+ and Hulu Duo Premium for $20/month</strong></a><strong>:</strong> This bundle removes the ads from both Disney+ and Hulu (with the exception of select live and linear content) and allows you to download content for offline viewing. You’ll save 43 percent with this bundle, as opposed to paying for both ad-free tiers individually.</p>
  3393. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Disney Store;elmt:;cpos:24;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=9c431828-c2cf-402b-a23c-df7fba43d348&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Disney+Store&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5kaXNuZXlwbHVzLmNvbS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjAyNmZlMWI1LWVhMjItNDlmNi04MDE2LWZkODY4NjkyOGY1YyIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlzbmV5cGx1cy5jb20vIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAfTrIOOmtx6dAIKCTZ26nxRVnZ6d5zjFO4nGLRZV9o6l&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.disneyplus.com%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.disneyplus.com/"><strong>Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ Trio Basic for $17/month</strong></a><strong>:</strong> You get full access to Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ content with this package, albeit with ads across the board. This bundle price is 47 percent off the total price of all three separate subscriptions.</p>
  3394. <p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Disney Store;elmt:;cpos:25;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=9c431828-c2cf-402b-a23c-df7fba43d348&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;contentUuid=026fe1b5-ea22-49f6-8016-fd8686928f5c&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Disney+Store&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5kaXNuZXlwbHVzLmNvbS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjAyNmZlMWI1LWVhMjItNDlmNi04MDE2LWZkODY4NjkyOGY1YyIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlzbmV5cGx1cy5jb20vIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAfTrIOOmtx6dAIKCTZ26nxRVnZ6d5zjFO4nGLRZV9o6l&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.disneyplus.com%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.disneyplus.com/"><strong>Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ Trio Premium for $27/month</strong></a><strong>:</strong> Similarly to the Duo bundles, the Premium version of the Trio removes ads from most content in Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+, and you can download content for offline viewing. This price represents a 43-percent savings when compared to paying for all three ad-free tiers separately.</p>
  3395. <h3 id="jump-link-read-more-streaming-coverage">Read more streaming coverage</h3>
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  3397. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:26;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/best-live-tv-streaming-service-133000410.html">The best live TV streaming services to cut cable</a></p></li>
  3398. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:27;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/best-streaming-services-154527042.html">The best streaming services: Netflix, Hulu, Max and more</a></p></li>
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