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Saturday Night Live has long been a staple of the US comedy scene, launching multiple A-list careers. But what goes on behind the scenes?

SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night is a four-part documentary featuring interviews with Larry David, Amy Poehler, Andy Samberg, and more, talking about everything from the audition process and certain famous sketches to whether or not writers on the show get enough credit.

The highlight from the trailer? Poehler nervously sitting down to watch her own audition tape.

SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night is streaming on Peacock from Jan 16.

Three years is an absurd amount of time to wait for a new season of TV. That’s triply true when the TV show in question is Severance, a series whose near-flawless first season left us on the steepest and sharpest of cliffhangers.

SEE ALSO: 12 burning questions we have after the 'Severance' Season 2 trailer

For three years, we’ve waited to find out what will happen after the Innies’ daring excursion to the outside world. What will Mark (Adam Scott) do now that he knows his Outie’s supposedly late wife Gemma (Dichen Lachman) is actually alive and trapped in Lumon? How will Helly (Britt Lower) react to being an Eagan? And what fresh hell will Lumon rain down upon Mark, Helly, Irving (John Turturro), and Dylan (Zach Cherry) as punishment for their escape?

But as the years crawled by, and as my excitement for Season 2 mingled with the worry of being let down, another question crept in: Could Severance, after such an outstanding first season, really pull off magic again?

Now, we finally have our answer. And it is an absolute, unequivocal, and most enthusiastic "yes."

Somehow, Severance manages to top itself in its second outing, expanding further on its unique sci-fi premise and always, always keeping us on our toes. Expect the unexpected this season — starting with Lumon's response to the Macrodata Refinement workers' rebellion.

SEE ALSO: 2025 TV preview: All the TV shows you need to know, and where to stream them Severance Season 2 picks up right where Season 1 left off. Tramell Tillman in "Severance." Credit: AppleTV+

Because Innies perceive time differently, Mark blinks back to the Severed Floor mere seconds after he tells his Outie's sister Devon (Jen Tullock) that Gemma is alive. Once there, you might think that Lumon would crack down on him and the other MDR Innies for their escape. Yet Mark soon finds that couldn't be farther from the truth.

As he learns from an ever-smiley Mr. Milchick (Tramell Tillman), the Innies' stories of their treatment resonated in the outside world, leading Lumon to reflect upon its shameful practices and implement "severance reform." Now, Mark, Helly, Irving, and Dylan can work without threat of abuse. Praise Kier!

Of course, Lumon doesn't have the best track record with telling the truth, so it's best to take their claims of reform with a grain of salt. (After all, this is the same company that's been keeping Mark's not-actually-dead wife in its basement for some reason!) Yet Milchick spends much of the Season 2 premiere trying to convince Mark and co. otherwise. There are new perks to win for completing work goals, new snacks in the vending machines, and an actual break room devoid of psychological torture. In just one of many new, clever production design details, motivational posters even celebrate the Innies and their achievements, including a "hang in there" poster depicting Dylan hanging onto the Overtime Contingency switches from the Season 1 finale.

SEE ALSO: 'Severance' Season 2 trailer shows what happened after that gnarly Season 1 cliffhanger

Still, these are all just superficial changes, ones meant to make the Innies feel like they've accomplished something without actually giving them the one thing they desperately want: agency over their own lives. They have no clue about what's really going on in the outside world following their escape. They just have to trust whatever information Lumon sees fit to share with them.

To hammer this home, Severance cleverly splits its first two episodes between the Innie and Outie worlds, with episode 1 focusing on the Innies, and episode 2 focusing on the Outies. It's a reminder of the biggest obstacle facing the Innies: the communication barrier between them and their Outie halves. Severance Season 2 relishes in the dramatic irony this barrier creates. For example, both Innie and Outie Mark are trying to understand how Gemma is still alive and what Lumon is doing to her, yet they don't have a way of sharing their joint goals or knowledge with one another. The result is deliciously infuriating, made all the more so by Severance Season 2's expansive world building.

Severance Season 2 goes bigger — and weirder — with great results. Britt Lower, Adam Scott, John Turturro, and Zach Cherry in "Severance." Credit: AppleTV+

From the cult-like fervor surrounding Kier Eagan to everything about the waffle party, there's no denying that Severance Season 1 was willing to get weird. Season 2 keeps that tradition going strong, leaning into Lumon's uncanniness. Sometimes, that uncanniness manifests itself in small details, like the image of a boxy TV sitting atop a snowy cliff. Elsewhere, it inspires whole set pieces, like a room on the Severed Floor full of rolling hills where goats can graze. (Looks like the kids from Season 1 are all grown up!) Every episode offers new chances for production designer Jeremy Hindle, costume designer Sarah Edwards, and directors of photography Jessica Lee Gagné, Suzie Lavelle, and David Lanzenberg to bring new textures and depth to the office hellscape that is Lumon.

That's only the beginning of Severance's growth this season, as creator and showrunner Dan Erickson widens the scope of the series. Not only do we get a bigger sense of Lumon's impact on the wider world, we also get a deeper look at Lumon's inner workings.

SEE ALSO: 20 burning 'Severance' questions we have after that finale

So much of Severance Season 2 concerns how Lumon responds to the crisis brought on by the Innies' escape. Helena Eagan is at the center of this, forced to come up with creative solutions to bring the Innies to heel. We also get more face time with eerie board liaison Natalie (Sydney Cole Alexander) and a new arrival in the menacing enforcer Mr. Drummond (Ólafur Darri Ólafsson, Somebody Somewhere). As they contemplate the Innies' fates in sterile board rooms far above the Severed Floor, it's impossible to forget how little power the Innies actually have. New severance perks may soothe things for now, but they're just a band-aid concocted by a company that refuses to suffer any consequences for its evil. (Lumon may be fictional, but it's moments like this that make it feel all too real.)

Elsewhere, Mr. Milchick does his best to fit into a challenging new role and further define himself by Lumon's principles, while Ms. Cobel (Patricia Arquette) struggles to find out who she is without Lumon. Their stories of how much Lumon has affected their adulthood contrast nicely with new arrival Miss Huang (Sarah Bock), Milchick's teenaged assistant. Already a master of empty managerial tone, Miss Huang brings an even more disquieting air to the Severed Floor, all while raising questions about why in the world a child would be at Lumon.

Then, of course, there are our beloved MDR employees. Mark and Helly embark on a journey to save Gemma from the unknown horrors of Lumon, yet Dylan and Irving are further removed from their objective. Irving is still grieving the loss of Innie Burt (Christopher Walken), now coupled with the knowledge that Outie Burt is married. Dylan, meanwhile, hopes that clues about his Outie's family will keep him sustained as he continues working. These stories overlap with their Outies' lives, which we get to see in some detail for the first time. Unfortunately, Dylan and Irving's arcs occasionally get lost amid the wider search for Gemma, giving us less time with the MDR quartet dynamic we grew to love in Season 1. But there are still things to love here, like how these plots continue to flesh out Severance's world, and how Turturro and Cherry get to introduce us to Irving and Dylan's Outies in more depth.

All of these storylines are a lot to handle, yet Severance juggles them almost effortlessly. It even takes full episodes to experiment with something new, like a Lumon-sanctioned field trip to the outside world for the Innies. These elements are proof that Severance is still raring to evolve, bringing its unique blend of sci-fi drama and black workplace comedy to new heights. With that comes further questions about the ethics of severance (spoiler: there are none), existential crises about the horrors of being stuck in an endless loop of work, and enough suspense to make you want a soothing wellness session with Ms. Casey.

Severance pulls all of this off while still managing to answer some of our most burning questions from Season 1. That it does so while keeping a firm, grounded focus on its characters' desire for connection is a remarkable feat in a season full of them. The show may throw everything from surreal workplace dance parties to precious baby goats at us, but at the end of the day, we're watching a man trying to reunite with his wife. We're watching Irving pining for Burt, and Dylan seeking crumbs of information about the family he may never know. We're watching workers fight to be recognized as humans instead of free labor. It's personal, it's universal, and it's absolutely astounding. Yes, three years was a long time to wait for Severance Season 2, but I'll gladly wait three more for a Season 3 that will leave me this shaken and satisfied. (I just hope I won't have to!)

Severance Season 2 premieres Jan. 17 on Apple TV+, with a new episode every week.

With all eyes on Nvidia's new graphics cards (and for good reason - these things are pretty powerful), the company released something that may end up being even bigger news: A personal AI supercomputer called Project Digits (we'll just call it Digits from now on because that's way cooler).

Digits is a tiny, Mac mini-like personal computer that should fit on pretty much every desk. You connect it to a keyboard and a monitor, plug it into power, and you're good to go.

But what's inside makes it pretty special. Digits is powered by Nvidia's new GB10 Grace Blackwell Superchip, which delivers up to 1 petaflop of AI performance, and Nvidia teamed up with MediaTek to make the chip more energy-efficient, meaning that running it requires the kind of power you get from a standard power outlet.

SEE ALSO: CES 2025 highlights: What we've seen so far

The GB10 is paired with 128GB of RAM and up to 4TB of NVMe storage. All of this will enable developers to run up to 200-billion-parameter large language models (LLMs). Using Nvidia ConnectX tech, they'll also be able to to pair two Digits computers to run up to 405-billion-parameter models.

Most of this stuff probably makes little sense to folks who aren't in the AI app development business. But for example, ChatGPT 3.5 had 175 billion parameters (ChatGPT 4 is much larger but we don't know the exact numbers), while Meta's most powerful LLM, Llama 3, has 405 billion parameters). This means you can run a very, very powerful LLM at home instead of relying on cloud infrastructure.

"Placing an AI supercomputer on the desks of every data scientist, AI researcher and student empowers them to engage and shape the age of AI," Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of Nvidia, said in a written statement.

Developers who use Digits will be able to access Nvidia's library of AI software including development kits, orchestration tools, frameworks and models available in the Nvidia NGC catalog and on the Nviia Developer portal. They'll also have access to the Nvidia NeMo framework, and Nvidia RAPIDS libraries.

SEE ALSO: Apple defended its oddly placed M4 Mac mini power button — here's my take as a new owner

The biggest news here, perhaps, is the price. Digits will be available in May, starting at $3,000. This sort of money should make it available to a large number of smaller companies and researchers, who will use it to create and test AI apps.

If this still sounds too expensive, you can try Nvidia's Jetson. It's a $249 AI home computer that launched last December, and it can handle up to 8 billion parameters.

Mashable is on the ground live at CES 2025! We’re covering all the wildest and most important developments this week, so please keep checking back in with us. Want to submit a product you represent for our teams’ consideration as we identify the Best of CES? Here’s more info on how to do it.

The move will end a third-party fact-checking system and rely on users to add notes or corrections to posts. It is likely to please the incoming Trump administration and its conservative allies.

TL;DR: Live stream Miami Heat vs. Golden State Warriors in the NBA with FuboTV, Sling TV, or YouTube TV.

The Miami Heat head to the Chase Center to face the Golden State Warriors in a non-conference matchup. The Heat are 17-16, which puts them in sixth place in the Eastern Conference. The Warriors are 18-17, which puts them in eighth place in the Western Conference.

The Heat have lost three of their last five games, and are coming off back-to-back losses to the Utah Jazz and Indiana Pacers. The Warriors have won three of their last five games, but are coming off a loss to the Sacramento Kings.

When is Miami Heat vs. Golden State Warriors?

Miami Heat vs. Golden State Warriors in the NBA starts at 10 p.m. ET on Jan. 7. This game takes place at Chase Center in San Francisco.

How to watch Miami Heat vs. Golden State Warriors

You need to choose a streaming service to watch the NBA without cable or satellite TV. We've found some of the best streaming services to consider for the Heat vs. Warriors basketball game.

Best for single game: FuboTV Opens in a new window Credit: Fubo TV FuboTV Pro plan Get Deal

FuboTV offers you more than 250 channels of live TV and the option to watch on 10 screens at once. You can try FuboTV with a seven-day free trial period. 

FuboTV’s sports channel offerings include ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNews, FOX, FS1, FS2, Golf Network, Marquee Sports Network, Monumental Sports, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network. 

Most live sports: YouTube TV Opens in a new window Credit: YouTube TV YouTube TV $49.99/month for your first two months (save $46) Get Deal

YouTube TV's base plan is $49.99 per month for two months for new subscribers ($72.99 per month regularly). The base plan includes over 100 live TV channels, including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, Fox Sports 1, and NBA TV.

Most affordable: Sling TV Opens in a new window Credit: Sling TV Sling Orange Plan Get Deal

Sling TV suggests the streamer's Orange Plan for the game, which costs $20 for the first month and $40 monthly after that.

Sling TV’s sports channels feature ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPNews, ESPNU, FOX, FS1, FS2, NBA TV, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network.

How to watch Heat vs. Warriors from anywhere in the world

If you're traveling outside of the U.S. during this game, you might need to use a VPN to unblock this live stream. VPNs can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server, meaning you can unblock live streams of the NBA from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Miami Heat vs. Golden State Warriors for free by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

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

4. Sign in to your favorite streaming app

5. Watch Miami Heat vs. Golden State Warriors from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Year Subscription + 3 Months Free) $99.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to live streams of the NBA without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to live stream Miami Heat vs. Golden State Warriors before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for the NBA?

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

• Servers in 105 countries

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

Live stream Miami Heat vs. Golden State Warriors in the NBA with ExpressVPN.

TL;DR: Live stream Boston Celtics vs. Denver Nuggets in the NBA with FuboTV, Sling TV, or YouTube TV.

The Boston Celtics head to the Ball Arena to face the Denver Nuggets in a non-conference matchup. The Celtics are 26-10, which puts them in second place in the Eastern Conference. The Nuggets are 20-14, which puts them in fourth place in the Western Conference.

The Celtics have won three of their last five games, but are coming off a loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Nuggets have won four of their last five games and are coming off a win in overtime over the San Antonio Spurs.

When is Boston Celtics vs. Denver Nuggets?

Boston Celtics vs. Denver Nuggets in the NBA starts at 10 p.m. ET on Jan. 7. This game takes place at Ball Arena in Denver.

This game will air on TNT.

How to watch Boston Celtics vs. Denver Nuggets

You need to choose a streaming service to watch the NBA without cable or satellite TV. We've found some of the best streaming services to consider for the Celtics vs. Nuggets basketball game.

Best for single game: FuboTV Opens in a new window Credit: Fubo TV FuboTV Pro plan Get Deal

FuboTV offers you more than 250 channels of live TV and the option to watch on 10 screens at once. You can try FuboTV with a seven-day free trial period. 

FuboTV’s sports channel offerings include ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNews, FOX, FS1, FS2, Golf Network, Marquee Sports Network, Monumental Sports, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network. 

Most live sports: YouTube TV Opens in a new window Credit: YouTube TV YouTube TV $49.99/month for your first two months (save $46) Get Deal

YouTube TV's base plan is $49.99 per month for two months for new subscribers ($72.99 per month regularly). The base plan includes over 100 live TV channels, including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, Fox Sports 1, and NBA TV.

Most affordable: Sling TV Opens in a new window Credit: Sling TV Sling Orange Plan Get Deal

Sling TV suggests the streamer's Orange Plan for the game, which costs $20 for the first month and $40 monthly after that.

Sling TV’s sports channels feature ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPNews, ESPNU, FOX, FS1, FS2, NBA TV, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network.

How to watch Celtics vs. Nuggets from anywhere in the world

If you're traveling outside of the U.S. during this game, you might need to use a VPN to unblock this live stream. VPNs can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server, meaning you can unblock live streams of the NBA from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Boston Celtics vs. Denver Nuggets for free by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

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

4. Sign in to your favorite streaming app

5. Watch Boston Celtics vs. Denver Nuggets from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Year Subscription + 3 Months Free) $99.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to live streams of the NBA without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to live stream Boston Celtics vs. Denver Nuggets before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for the NBA?

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

• Servers in 105 countries

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

Live stream Boston Celtics vs. Denver Nuggets in the NBA with ExpressVPN.

TL;DR: Live stream Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks in the NBA with FuboTV, Sling TV, or YouTube TV.

The Los Angeles Lakers head to he American Airlines Center to face the Dallas Mavericks in a Western Conference matchup. The Lakers are 20-15, which puts them in fifth place in the west. The Mavs are 20-16, which puts them in sixth place, directly behind the climbing Lakers.

The Lakers have won three of their last five games, but are coming off a loss to the Houston Rockets. The Mavs are sliding, having lost five games in a row.

When is Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks?

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks in the NBA starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on Jan. 7. This game takes place at American Airlines Center in Dallas.

This game will air on TNT.

How to watch Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks

You need to choose a streaming service to watch the NBA without cable or satellite TV. We've found some of the best streaming services to consider for the Lakers vs. Mavs basketball game.

Best for single game: FuboTV Opens in a new window Credit: Fubo TV FuboTV Pro plan Get Deal

FuboTV offers you more than 250 channels of live TV and the option to watch on 10 screens at once. You can try FuboTV with a seven-day free trial period. 

FuboTV’s sports channel offerings include ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNews, FOX, FS1, FS2, Golf Network, Marquee Sports Network, Monumental Sports, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network. 

Most live sports: YouTube TV Opens in a new window Credit: YouTube TV YouTube TV $49.99/month for your first two months (save $46) Get Deal

YouTube TV's base plan is $49.99 per month for two months for new subscribers ($72.99 per month regularly). The base plan includes over 100 live TV channels, including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, Fox Sports 1, and NBA TV.

Most affordable: Sling TV Opens in a new window Credit: Sling TV Sling Orange Plan Get Deal

Sling TV suggests the streamer's Orange Plan for the game, which costs $20 for the first month and $40 monthly after that.

Sling TV’s sports channels feature ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPNews, ESPNU, FOX, FS1, FS2, NBA TV, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network.

How to watch Lakers vs. Mavs from anywhere in the world

If you're traveling outside of the U.S. during this game, you might need to use a VPN to unblock this live stream. VPNs can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server, meaning you can unblock live streams of the NBA from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks for free by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

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

4. Sign in to your favorite streaming app

5. Watch Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Year Subscription + 3 Months Free) $99.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to live streams of the NBA without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to live stream Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for the NBA?

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

• Servers in 105 countries

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

Live stream Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks in the NBA with ExpressVPN.

TL;DR: Live stream Phoenix Suns vs. Charlotte Hornets in the NBA with FuboTV, Sling TV, or YouTube TV.

The Phoenix Suns head to the Spectrum Center to face the Charlotte Hornets in a non-conference matchup. The Suns are 16-18, which puts them in 12th place in the Western Conference. The Hornets are 7-27, which puts them in 14th place in the Eastern Conference.

The Suns have lost four of their last five games, consecutively, but are coming off a win over the Philadelphia 76ers that snapped their four-game skid. The Hornets have lost 10 games in a row, which is nowhere near the franchise record of 23.

When is Phoenix Suns vs. Charlotte Hornets?

Phoenix Suns vs. Charlotte Hornets in the NBA starts at 7 p.m. ET on Jan. 7. This game takes place at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.

How to watch Phoenix Suns vs. Charlotte Hornets

You need to choose a streaming service to watch the NBA without cable or satellite TV. We've found some of the best streaming services to consider for the Suns vs. Hornets basketball game.

Best for single game: FuboTV Opens in a new window Credit: Fubo TV FuboTV Pro plan Get Deal

FuboTV offers you more than 250 channels of live TV and the option to watch on 10 screens at once. You can try FuboTV with a seven-day free trial period. 

FuboTV’s sports channel offerings include ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNews, FOX, FS1, FS2, Golf Network, Marquee Sports Network, Monumental Sports, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network. 

Most live sports: YouTube TV Opens in a new window Credit: YouTube TV YouTube TV $49.99/month for your first two months (save $46) Get Deal

YouTube TV's base plan is $49.99 per month for two months for new subscribers ($72.99 per month regularly). The base plan includes over 100 live TV channels, including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, Fox Sports 1, and NBA TV.

Most affordable: Sling TV Opens in a new window Credit: Sling TV Sling Orange Plan Get Deal

Sling TV suggests the streamer's Orange Plan for the game, which costs $20 for the first month and $40 monthly after that.

Sling TV’s sports channels feature ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPNews, ESPNU, FOX, FS1, FS2, NBA TV, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network.

How to watch Suns vs. Hornets from anywhere in the world

If you're traveling outside of the U.S. during this game, you might need to use a VPN to unblock this live stream. VPNs can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server, meaning you can unblock live streams of the NBA from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Phoenix Suns vs. Charlotte Hornets for free by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

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

4. Sign in to your favorite streaming app

5. Watch Phoenix Suns vs. Charlotte Hornets from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Year Subscription + 3 Months Free) $99.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to live streams of the NBA without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to live stream Phoenix Suns vs. Charlotte Hornets before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for the NBA?

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

• Servers in 105 countries

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

Live stream Phoenix Suns vs. Charlotte Hornets in the NBA with ExpressVPN.

TL;DR: Dell announced a refresh of its AI-powered PCs at CES 2025. The new Dell Pro business laptops are now available to purchase.

Purchase Dell's new range of Pro laptops right here Dell Pro 14 Plus Laptop $1,649.00 at Dell Shop Now Dell Pro 16 Plus Laptop $1,699.00 at Dell Shop Now Dell Pro 13 Premium Laptop $1,829.00 at Dell Shop Now Dell Pro 14 Premium Laptop $1,899.00 at Dell Shop Now

Dell announced a big refresh of its AI-powered PCs at CES 2025, including new hardware, new designs, and new names. The new Dell Pro lineup — business devices geared towards professionals — are now available to purchase directly from Dell. So, if you've been looking to upgrade your laptop, there's no better time than now to do it.

Dell's new Pro lineup includes the Pro 13 Premium laptop (available for $1,829), the Pro 14 Premium laptop (available for $1,899), the Pro 16 Plus laptop (available for $1,699), and the Pro 14 Plus laptop or 2-in-1 (available for $1,649). The Dell Pro Plus 13 arrives on Feb. 25.

SEE ALSO: CES 2025: How to buy the XREAL One Pro AR glasses

In our breakdown of Dell's CES announcement, Mashable's Haley Henschel noted that the "Dell Pro PCs are posited as the company's new flagship machines and unofficially succeed its Latitude line of business computers. Thin and light, they opt for classy over clunky without sacrificing durability: Dell says one 13-inch model withstood three times as much wear and tear as an HP EliteBook 640 G11 in internal testing."

On top of that, the Dell Pro Premium laptops also feature "Core Ultra Series 2 processors that supposedly offer 36 better multithread performance, 82 percent better graphics rendering performance, and 3.5 times faster AI performance than a Latitude laptop."

These Dell laptops are well worth the investment if you've been looking for an upgrade for work. Check them out right now at Dell.

There's plenty more coming out of CES 2025. In our breakdown of CES 2025 highlights, you can have a look at some of our favorite products so far or, for a more general look at what's happening, check out our guide on what to expect at CES 2025. We've also gathered up five gadgets from CES 2025 that are available to buy now, if you're still in the shopping spirit.

TL;DR: Announced at CES 2025, the XREAL One Pro AR glasses are available to pre-order for $599 at XREAL.

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Augmented reality isn't mainstream just yet, but that won't stop a lot of early adopters from jumping on any available technology. And the new standard in this developing world are the XREAL One Pro AR glasses.

Announced at CES 2025, these upgraded AR specs offer a speedier chipset than the XREAL X1, as well as a larger FOV, higher max brightness, and a more lightweight design compared to its predecessor. All of this combines to provide users an immersive and customizable experience that far surpasses previous generation AR glasses.

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CES 2025 showcases a lot of exciting new technology, but for anyone seeking enhanced entertainment, productivity, and gaming AR capabilities, XREAL's offering should be something to seriously consider. And fortunately, interested punters shouldn't have to wait long to try out this new jump in AR.

You can pre-order the XREAL One Pro AR glasses right now — they are listed at $599 and are expected to ship out in March 2025.

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SAVE OVER $200: As of Jan. 7, the 13-inch Apple iPad Air is down to $999.97 at Amazon. This is 20% off its list price of $1,249.

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The holidays may be over, but there's still time to treat yourself to some new tech if you've had your eye on something. In particular, there are still some Apple deals floating around at the start of the new year. If you're hoping to pick up a new iPad, the purple 13-inch iPad Air is currently enjoying a very nice discount at Amazon.

The purple 13-inch Apple iPad Air (M2, 512GB, WiFi and Cellular) is on sale for $999.97 at Amazon, down 20% from its list price of $1,249. According to price tracker camelcamelcamel, this is the lowest-ever price for this iPad. Only the purple model is available at this low price.

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We had high praise for this iPad Air in our review. Mashable's Kimberly Gedeon highlighted the tablet's M2 chip, saying "the M2 chip brings sweet energy efficiency and a performance uptick." We also rank this iPad as the best pick for most people in our roundup of the best iPads.

Don't miss out on this excellent deal on the purple 13-inch iPad Air (M2, 512GB, WiFi and Cellular) at Amazon.

This isn't the only iPad deal that's caught our eye recently. Right now you can also save on a 10th Gen iPad at Amazon, which has dropped to just $279. That's another fantastic Apple deal worth jumping on after the holidays.

SAVE $1,700: As of Jan. 7, Samsung's 77-inch S84D 4K OLED Smart TV is on sale at Best Buy for $1,599.99. This is $1,700 off its list price of $3,299.99.

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If you were itching to upgrade your TV over the holidays but worried you missed your shot after seasonal sale events, Best Buy's here with a selection of discounts to get your new year started on the right foot. One TV deal that caught our eye, and is absolutely worth jumping on if you want a new screen ahead of the Super Bowl, is the latest discount on the Samsung S84D 4K OLED TV.

Samsung's 77-inch S84D 4K OLED TV is currently enjoying a $1,700 discount, dropping its price from $3,299.99 to $1,599.99. On top of this excellent deal, your purchase even comes with one month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for free, so you can start with some new games to play as well.

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Alongside its massive screen size that's sure to impress any guests you have over or make for an excellent movie night display, this Samsung TV boasts 4K resolution on an OLED display, so any picture on the screen will look crisp and vibrant. It's also a smart TV, which makes streaming from your favorite apps simple and easy.

Deals like this usually don't stick around for long, so act fast to scoop up this 77-inch Samsung S84D 4K OLED TV on sale at Best Buy.

There are plenty more TV deals worth checking out right now, too. Want to pick up a TV that doubles as a fancy art frame for your favorite pieces? TCL's NXTFRAME is also on sale at the moment at Best Buy. Or if you're on the lookout for a great budget TV, this 43-inch Vizio smart TV is worth a look.

TL;DR: Announced at CES 2025, the Birdfy Bath Pro is available to pre-order for $199.99 at Birdfy.

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Did you think that there wouldn't be anything for bird enthusiasts at CES 2025? You fool. Of course there would be. CES is all about dazzling prototypes, cutting-edge technology, and important announcements from the leading brands in tech, so why wouldn't bird-related technology be front and center?

We know there is already a lot to consider from CES 2025, but the Birdfy Bath Pro deserves its moment in the spotlight.

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This camera-equipped smart bird bath lets you to check in on your beaked friends as they freshen up in your bird bath. It comes with wide angle and auto-tracking lenses, and has the option for an AI analysis add-on that promises to recognize repeat visitors and even take highlight photos.

The Birdfy Bath Pro is listed at $249.99 and is slated to ship in March 2025. However, if you pre-order now you save $50 on list price.

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TL;DR: Announced at CES 2025, the JLab Epic Lux Lab Edition headphones are available to pre-order for $199.99 at JLab.

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When you consider JLab, you probably think about budget-friendly headphones, earbuds, speakers, and gaming gear. But think again, because JLab is dipping a toe into the world of high-end audio.

Announced at CES 2025, the JLab Epic Lux Lab Edition headphones feature Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation, as well as an Aware mode. These luxurious headphones offer high-fidelity 32mm dynamic drivers, spatial head tracking, wireless charging, Bluetooth Multipoint, Google Fast Pair, Find My Device functionality, and much more. All of this is to say that JLab is positioning these wireless noise-canceling headphones in the same market as the likes of Sennheiser and Sony, at a comparatively low price.

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And JLab claims these headphones offer over 90 hours of playtime with ANC turned off and over 60 hours with ANC. That's absolutely massive, and a big plus for anyone looking for a reliable pair of headphones that can keep up with an active lifestyle.

Looking to get your hands on the JLab Epic Lux Lab Edition ANC headphones? You can pre-order a pair for $199.99 from JLab. They should ship in mid-February.

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At CES 2025, Swiss tech startup Natura Umana is the latest to dive into the rapidly growing trend of minimalist tech designed to free us from our ever-increasing reliance on smartphones.

Following in the footsteps of devices like the Rabbit R1 and the Humane Pin, Natura’s Humanpods promise to deliver a sleek, hands-free experience powered by a personalized AI assistant. The goal? To redefine how we interact with technology and, hopefully, reduce the dopamine-driven doom scrolls that come with constant phone use.

Thanks to the previous products mentioned, it's easy to be cynical about Humanpods. We got a chance to test out the Humanpods, and based on our initial experience, Natura Umana might have the juice.

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Humanpods run on Natura's NatureOS, a companion app for iOS and Android that bridges the voice-controlled earbuds and the AI assistant. Through the app, users can engage with "AI People" designed to simulate human-like interactions. Currently, the Humanpods offer three AI personalities: Athena, the fitness trainer; Hector, the therapist; and Nature, a general-purpose assistant. According to Natura, each AI comes with its own distinct personality, and during our demo, we even had the option to have the AIs interact with each other or switch seamlessly between them at our request.

Users can also use other large language models like ChatGPT, Claude AI, and Gemini without the need to open any other app.

The Humanpods are designed with all-day comfort in mind. Natura founder Carlo Edoardo Ferraris said the goal is for users to "put it on in the morning and forget it's there."

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Featuring Natura's patented "Gravity Hooks," the earbuds fit snugly and comfortably, though long-term wearability remains to be seen.

Sound quality impressed during our demo, even in the noisy Caesars Palace convention center. While the AI handled commands well in loud settings, occasional lag and confusion arose when multiple voices interacted within the earbuds' range.

What we’ve seen so far is impressive, but the use of multiple AIs designed to personally get to know you naturally raises privacy concerns. According to the company, it claims that all sensitive information is stored locally and with explicit user permission.

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The Humanpods don’t have a confirmed release date yet, but Ferraris expressed confidence that they’ll hit the market sometime in Q1 of this year. As for pricing, the company aims to keep it accessible, targeting a range around $100—comparable to the lower-end Apple AirPods.

If you’re eager to try them, you can join Natura Umana’s waitlist on their website.

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Move over, Mi-Mo and Mirumi: A new "cutest robot at CES" contender has entered the Pepcom floor.

Loona is an AI petbot powered by ChatGPT that charmed the hell out of the packed media showcase in Las Vegas Monday night, zooming up to bystanders to say hi, react to chatter, pretend it's in a wind tunnel, and play fetch with a ball. It's one of two flagship products from KEYi Tech, a Chinese consumer robotics company — the other being a modular, programmable kit called Clicbot — which calls Loona the "ideal companion for families with kids."

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Standing about a foot tall, Loona has a curved white body with two wheeled arms, a "head" flanked by animated ears, and an expressive "face" display with a camera right below it. The KEYi website says its lead designer created it with his childhood pets and Pixar characters in mind, and that vision seems perfectly executed. If WALL-E and EVE ever figured out a way to procreate, their offspring would probably look exactly like this.

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The way Loona moves and acts is quite dog-like, but acting like the family pet isn't its only purpose in life. It can respond to commands, expressions, and gestures; recognize different people's faces; adapt to its owners' habits; monitor their home when they're away via a companion mobile app; and answer queries conversationally. When I asked it a low-stakes question about which toppings I should put on a pizza, it suggested basil, tomatoes, and maybe jalapeños (if I was feeling wild), then asked what other foods I liked. It was also able to "draw" me a picture upon request from a KEYi rep — basically just a kind-of-ugly generated image, but still. It has a two-hour battery life and puts itself to bed in its charging dock when its runs low on juice.

Admittedly, I'm someone who gets the ick from robots that seem like they're trying too hard to pass the Turing test or bond with me. I know those wiggly ears and that doe-eyed screen are designed to take advantage of my monkey brain’s instinctual penchant for cuteness. But at one point, as I was sitting on the floor of a Venetian ballroom, jotting obversations down in my notebook, Loona came up to me and head-butted my leg, asking for pets. It's got me wrapped around its little wheel.

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That being said, privacy and data handling concerns are definitely top of mind — especially if children are regularly interacting with the Loona (i.e., training it on their behaviors). According to the KEYi website, "[as] much data processing as possible is done by Loona directly to maximize security & safety." I'd probably want to know a little more before I set Loona loose in my house.

Loona retails for $449 on the KEYi Tech website, where you can bundle it with a game prop kit, a charging dock, and little crocheted outfits. My goodness.

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TL;DR: Through January 12, save 32% on the Toybox Alpha One 3D printer with eight printer food colors.

Think 3D printing is cool but too complicated for someone like you? We all know what it’s like to feel intimidated by a new hobby, especially one that seems filled with technical jargon or high-end machines, but what if there was a simple way to dive right in — like right now?

This beginner-friendly 3D printer was created specifically for people like you, even being simple enough for kids to use. If you know how to use a phone and a regular printer, you can figure out the Toybox Alpha One. And you can save 32% during our New Year’s sale: $299.97 (reg. $439).

The start of your new hobby

You could start 3D printing the same day it arrives in the mail — cool, right? There is practically no learning curve since you can browse the toy catalog, choose something to print, and watch it come to life.

What kind of toys, you might ask? You’ll find iconic figurines from Cartoon Network, Friends, Seinfeld, Looney Tunes, and more.

If you’re interested in designing and printing your own creations, you can upload files to the app. There are a lot of websites online where users share their projects with others, but you might learn CAD modeling software to make your very own. We hear more resolutions on the way.

Get this easy-to-use 3D printer while it’s on sale for $299.99 (reg. $439) until January 12 at 11:59 p.m. PT. No coupon is needed to get this price.

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TL;DR: Get 18 bottles of red, white, or mixed wines for just $69.97 (not including $39.95 for shipping) until January 12.

It's wine season, and the best thing about wine season is you can say that all year. But what are you drinking during this wing of wine season? Whether you love a bold merlot or a crisp riesling, there's a wine shop you might want to try. 

Swirl Wine Shop is an online Wine retailer with a delicious deal that pairs well with everything: 18 bottles of red, white, or mixed wines for just $69.97. 

What you're getting

What's your wine of choice? Or maybe it all depends on what's on the plate. You have the option of getting a collection all red, all white, or mixed wines. The mixed collection also has a few bottles of rosé, so keep that in mind if you're planning a Sunday brunch when the weather gets warm.

The $69.97 price doesn't cover shipping, but shipping cost is only $39.95. Even with that factored in, you're still paying significantly less than what you'd pay at the store for the quality of wine you're receiving. Swirl values some of the wine in their shipments at $19 and $20 per bottle. 

Note: all purchasers have to be 21 years or older. Proof of age may be requested at any time. Someone 21 years or older must be available to sign for the delivery. Deliveries usually ship within three days of ordering. 

But then once you sign, you've got it. 18 bottles of fantastic wine, straight to your door. 

Raise a glass.

You have until January 12 at 11:59 p.m. PT to get a Swirl Wine Shop set of 18 bottles of red, white, or mixed wines for just $69.97

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TL;DR: For only $34.97, you can grab a lifetime license for Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 to ring in the new year.

Ready to make 2025 your most productive year yet? Start strong with Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019, now available for just $34.97 (reg. $229). This no-nonsense version of Microsoft Office is the ideal solution for professionals, small business owners, and budget-conscious freelancers who want premium productivity tools without spending a fortune.

If you don’t need the latest cloud-based features, Office 2019 is your ideal companion. It offers powerful tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more — all with features that help you work smarter. With advanced inking and editing capabilities, new data analysis tools in Excel, and dynamic presentation options in PowerPoint, Office 2019 provides many of the tools needed to streamline your tasks.

Unlike Office 365, this version is a one-time purchase. No subscriptions, no surprise renewal fees—just a lifetime license that lets you focus on your work. And one of the best features is that offline functionality allows you to work anytime, anywhere, even without an internet connection.

Although Office 2019 isn’t the newest version, it still delivers excellent value. Whether you’re using Windows 10 or Windows Server 2019, it’s fully compatible and ready to meet your needs. If you’re looking for a reliable, affordable productivity suite to boost your efficiency, you've come to the right place.

Why wait? With instant delivery, you’ll receive your license key and download link as soon as you complete your purchase so you can dive into your work right away. Plus, with free customer support, help is always just a click away.

Get Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 for just $24.97 (reg. $229) for a limited time.

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TL;DR: Charge three devices at once with the Clingomatic Qi2 3-in-1 Charging Station on sale for $44.99 (reg. $119).

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When you put your kitchen knives away, do you just kinda toss 'em on the counter? It's the same with any room. It's nice when things have a place. Knives go in the knives spot. Cups go in the cups spot. Where does your phone go?

If you want to keep your nightstand tidy, give your devices a tidy spot to call home. The Clingomatic Qi2 is a 3-in-1 charging station that gives three devices a cozy little stand to call their own. They can charge, stay out of the way, and it looks pretty great, too. It's also on sale for $44.99 (reg. $119). 

How much would you pay for a good charger, not the stock Apple cable that came with your iPhone that has been on electrical tape life support since the iPhone 13? Well, this charger is three good chargers in one, and it looks pretty great while doing it. 

The Qi2 is compatible with most modern smartphones. That includes iPhone 8 and newer, Samsung Galaxy S6 and newer, and any Qi-compatible device. 

The smartwatch charging stand works with Samsung Galaxy watches, Apple Watch Series 1 through 10, and more brands. Earbud options range from AirPods to Samsung Galaxy Buds, Pixel Buds, FreeBuds, and beyond. 

And to make this the perfect nightstand companion, it even has a built-in LED nightlight. No more knocking all your stuff over looking for your phone in the morning. 

When you're ready, the Clingomatic Qi2 3-in-1 Charging Station is on sale for $44.99.

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