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U.S. regulators are investigating Tesla over its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software.
On Friday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Office of Defects announced that it was investigating Elon Musk's EV car company over "failure of the system engineering controls to react appropriately to reduced roadway visibility conditions."
According to the NHTSA, there have been four reported and identified incidents where a Tesla vehicle crashed when it was "entering an area of reduced roadway visibility conditions with FSD -Beta or FSD -Supervised (collectively, FSD) engaged." The reduced roadway visibility was attributed to common issues such as sun glare, fog, or airborne dust.
Out of these four incidents, one resulted in a death after the Tesla vehicle fatally hit a pedestrian. There was also a reported injury in one of the other incidents.
SEE ALSO: Tesla issues recall for 9,100 Model X cars, but this one is a bit more serious Tesla's Full-Self Driving investigationThe NHTSA says it will conduct a "preliminary evaluation" to assess a number of factors concerning Tesla's Full-Self Driving software.
Regulators will be looking into FSD’s ability to both detect and respond appropriately to situations where reduced roadway visibility conditions are present. They will also look into whether there are similar additional FSD crashes that occurred where reduced roadway visibility conditions were present and if they played a role in the occurrence of the accident.
The NHTSA will assess if any updates from Tesla affected FSD performance in reduced roadway visibility conditions and if Tesla assessed the safety impacts with those updates.
What Tesla models are involved in the investigation?The NHTSA says it is looking at 2016-2024 Model S and X, 2017-2024 Model 3, 2020-2024 Model Y, and 2023-2024 Cybertruck equipped with FSD.
GET UP TP 50% OFF: Now through October 20, you can get up to 50% off clearance, open-box, and refurbished tech during Best Buy's Outlet Event. Shop laptops, appliances, and more.
Our top picks: Best MacBook deal MacBook Air 13.6-inch laptop (M2, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $939.99 at Best Buy (save $459.01) Get Deal Best Dyson deal Refurbished Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer $279.99 at Best Buy (save $150 ) Get Deal Best audio deal Beats Studio Pro over-ear headphones $249.99 at Best Buy (save $100) Get Deal'Tis the season of deals, and Best Buy’s rolling on with its fall savings schedule by introducing its Outlet Event, where discounted clearance, open-box, and refurbished tech items are up for grabs.
Now through Sunday, Oct. 20, you can score up to 50% off all kinds of tech, including laptops, cell phones, and more. Whether you’re trying to cut down your holiday gift list or just looking to treat yourself, this sale has something for everyone.
Here are the best deals we could find:
Best MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple MacBook Air 13.6-inch laptop (M2, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $939.99 at Best BuyRight now, you can save an extra 20% on select Geek Squad-certified refurbished MacBook models, including the MacBook Air 13.6-inch laptop (M2, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD).
This laptop is currently on sale for $939.99; that's $459.01 off the original listing price and a solid deal on a MacBook Air that’s only two years old. Plus, you can save even more if you trade in your old laptop.
With an M2 chip, up to 20 hours of battery life, and an advanced camera and audio system, you’ll be able to get all your work done at a fraction of the cost. (And, make it a write-off if you're using it for your business.)
Best Dyson deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Refurbished Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer $279.99 at Best BuyIf you’ve yet to join the Dyson cult, now’s your chance. Best Buy’s got a refurbished Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer (in that pretty blue color) for just $279.99. You could get a brand-new one in the nickel/copper colorway for $329.99, but this refurbished model is $150 off, and we’d bet you probably couldn’t tell the difference. (Note: It doesn’t come with a storage case.)
Best audio deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Studio Pro over-ear headphones $249.99 at Best BuyYou can snag a brand-new pair of Beats Studio Pro over-ear noise-cancelling headphones with three months of Apple Fitness+ and Apple Music (it’s only free for new subscribers).
At full price, these headphones would cost $349.99 plus the subscriptions. But with this discount, you’ll get $100 off. You can also save more when you trade in a similar device.
According to Mashable’s Alex Perry, “It's hard to find a pair of over-ear headphones with a better all-around experience than Beats Studio Pro.”
We're over a week past Amazon's Prime Day and still over a month away from Black Friday, but that doesn't mean there aren't any good deals to shop. We did a little digging and rounded up a few deals from top brands like LG and Samsung to kick off your weekend.
Here are our top picks for the best Amazon deals of the day on Oct. 18. If none of these catch your attention, take a look back at our picks from Oct. 16 and Oct. 17. Many of those are still live, like a record-low on the Sony ULT Wear headphones and a $300 price drop on the M3 Pro MacBook Pro.
Our top pick LG CordZero All-in-One Auto Empty cordless vacuum $600.62 at AmazonWhen Mashable's resident vacuum connoisseur Leah Stodart tested LG's CordZero All-in-One she was blown away, claiming the $1,000 price tag is surprisingly justified. A newer version has now taken its place with even better battery life (200 hours versus 120) and the same impressive suction, smooth maneuverability, streamlined multi-step cleaning, and game-changing auto-empty station. And though the initial sticker shock can be hard to get past, the sale price is much more palatable. Snag it on sale for only $600 instead of $1,000 as of Oct. 18. That's 40% in savings and about $150 cheaper than it currently is on LG's own website.
Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 (512GB, Unlocked) ¤1,579.00 at AmazonA $2,000 phone seems extreme — even if it is the impressive Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6. So when we see a discount, we have to highlight it. As of Oct. 18, a 512GB, unlocked Z Fold 6 is down to $1,579 at Amazon — that's not only a 22% discount, but also knocks it down to $20 cheaper than the 256GB version. Keeping the same winning formula from the Z Fold 5 when it comes to fundamentals — cameras, battery capacity, and memory — the Z Fold 6 adds just a few tweaks and extras to make it even better. That includes a thinner, wider, and brighter display with enhanced resolution, a boost in Snapdragon power, and a boat load of AI-powered tools from the Galaxy AI suite.
Fitbit Google Ace LTE kids smartwatch $179.95 at AmazonReleased this past spring, Google's Fitbit Ace LTE was made just for kids. On the little one's side of things, they can play games throughout the day that help them get active and encourage movement and play, swapping screen time for physical activity. On the parent's side, they can keep tabs on their kids by calling, texting, and voice messaging, seeing real-time locations, controlling the contact list, and restricting game access during specific times (school, homework, etc.). It's regularly $229.95, but Amazon has it on sale for only $179.95 as of Oct. 18. That's 22% in savings and about $10 shy from its lowest price ever.
Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 gaming monitor ¤949.99 at AmazonWhen our friends at PCMag (also owned by Ziff Davis) tested the 49-inch Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 gaming monitor, it left quite an impression. It earned a coveted Editors' Choice award and a spot on PCMag's Best of the Year list for 2023. "It's pricey, but the slim, feature-rich Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 is a feast for the eyes and the ultrawide monitor to beat for immersive PC gaming," reviewer Zackery Cuevas wrote. Usually $1,599.99, the Odyssey OLED G93SC is down to just $949.99 at Amazon. Still a splurge, the feature-rich monitor is a little more wallet-friendly at 41% off. This version is just a step down from the model tested by PCMag (no gaming hub or smart TV capabilities), but it's also about $450 more affordable.
None of these deals catching your eye? Check out Amazon's daily deals for even more savings.
If you've gotten used to where Google Maps displays weather information, I have bad news for you.
Google is planning on slightly tweaking the Google Maps mobile app by putting weather somewhere else, per 9to5Google. Weather has only been part of the Maps experience for less than a year and, until this change, it has sat in the upper left hand corner of the map display as you scroll around looking for a place to get lunch. Once the change goes through (it's only visible in beta versions of the app right now), Google is moving weather to the module on the bottom of the screen.
SEE ALSO: Google Maps is cracking down on fake business reviews Weather sits here for now, but probably not for much longer. Credit: Screenshot: GoogleThis change comes only a couple of months after Google Maps on iOS got a somewhat major redesign, streamlining the number of tabs on the bottom of the screen from five to three. Given that weather has only been included in Google Maps for months instead of years, the change is unlikely to ruin anyone's day, but it is worth knowing about so you can prepare for it.
You wouldn't want to be rained out on the way to lunch, right?
It looks like even more AI is going to be trained on your shitposts on X.
X announced back in July that it would use users posts to train X's AI chatbot Grok, but on Wednesday, the social network updated its Privacy Policy to allow third parties to train their AI models on X data, too.
In the third section of the Privacy Policy, X writes that "depending on your settings, or if you decide to share your data, we may share or disclose your information with third parties."
SEE ALSO: Meta is using your posts to train AI. It's not easy to opt out."If you do not opt out, in some instances the recipients of the information may use it for their own independent purposes in addition to those stated in X’s Privacy Policy, including, for example, to train their artificial intelligence models, whether generative or otherwise," the policy reads.
If you haven't already opted out of allowing X to train Grok on your posts, you can still do that. The new policy doesn't go into effect until November 15, 2024, and it doesn't look like there's any way to block X from allowing third parties to train their AI on your posts just yet. God willing, you'll be able to do this once it does go into effect.
Christmas stocking stuffers have long been the afterthoughts of gift-giving, mere "Let's just get this out of the way" or "Oh no, I forgot again" presents like oven mitts, bulk chocolate candy, and anything bacon-scented. (Do not get us started on wh*skey st*nes.) Most of these last-minute gift ideas are just begging to be tossed in a junk drawer or the donation pile, never to see the light of day again. Granted, it's a fate they probably deserve.
But let's be clear on something: You don't have to buy stuff that's bad, boring, or cheaply made just because it's small in size and set to arrive before Christmas. Picking out the best stocking stuffers is a cinch, so long as you know who you're shopping for... and where to look.
You've already got enough on your plate this holiday season, so we've done the searching for you. Below, we've rounded up an extensive list of tiny-but-impressive presents at a range of price points that can work for everyone on your list. So, whether you're searching for stocking stuffer ideas under $25 or something fancier that will catch them by surprise on Christmas morning, we have more than 60 unique gifts to inspire you.
Let the holiday shopping commence.
SAVE $23: As of Oct. 18, get the Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS) for $376 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $399. That's a discount of 6% and its lowest price yet.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS) $376.00 at AmazonLooking to invest in a new smartwatch? You've got tons of options. But if you want something new and now (and you're an iOS user), you can't go wrong with a new Apple Watch. The Apple Watch Series 10 just made its debut on September 20, and you can already score a sweet price cut on the newest addition to Apple's lineup. You just need to head on over to Amazon and snag one while it's still in stock.
As of Oct. 18, you can get the Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS) for just $376 at Amazon. That's $23 off its normal price and a discount of 6%, marking the lowest price we've seen on this watch yet. Currently, you can only get the Jet Black Aluminum Case with Black Sport Band colorway in this model, but that's easily customized by purchasing a different watch band.
SEE ALSO: The best smartwatch for every wristThe newest Apple Watch has a bigger display with more screen real estate as well as a lighter design overall. It comes with the same slew of features you'd expect from all of its predecessors, including a variety of fitness tracking options, but with the addition of sleep apnea notifications so you can determine whether you may be at risk at night. It also features an ECG reading for you to manually check and to receive notifications about irregular heart rhythms. Plus, wake up in the morning to a full report of health-centric metrics with the Vitals app to get a better picture of your overall health.
Beyond that, the Series 10 is your standard Apple Watch with all the fixings: you get texting, calling, Siri support, and a wide range of apps to install and play with. It has the added benefit of being the newest Apple Watch yet as well, so you get the best of the best at a low(er) price.
GET $79.99 OFF: As of Oct. 18, the Logitech G29 Driving Force racing bundle is available for just $279.99 at Amazon, down from $359.98.
Opens in a new window Credit: Logitech Our pick: Logitech G29 Driving Force Racing Wheel, Shifter, and Pedals $279.99 at AmazonWhether you’re a serious gamer, racing fan, or both, the Logitech G29 Driving Force racing bundle might be just what you need to get your qualifying time down and your adrenaline pumping.
As of Oct. 18, you can get the Logitech G29 Driving Force racing wheel, shifter, and pedals on sale for $279.99, down from $359.98. That’s a 22% discount or $79.99 off.
SEE ALSO: I tested the best gaming keyboards, and there was a clear winnerThis racing bundle is compatible with the PS4, PS5, Mac, and PC, so you can use it across multiple platforms and dominate your iRacing league, Assetto Corsa competitions, or Gran Turismo career mode.
With precise control, customizable settings, and a durable mounting system, you’ll feel like you’re on the track IRL. (My dad is an actual racecar driver, and he has one of these setups so he can hit the track and work on his qualifying game during the off-season.)
GET $280 OFF: As of Oct. 18, the Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum is available at Amazon for $269.99, down from $549.99. That's a 51% discount.
Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum (AV2501S) $269.99 at AmazonWhether you missed Prime Day or you just really need a new robot vacuum cleaner, Amazon has tons of models on sale ahead of the holiday season across major brands like Shark, iRobot, and Eufy. But there's one deal that's our favorite.
As of Oct. 18, you can get your hands on the Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum (AV2501S) for just $269.99. That’s $280 off, or a 51% discount. While this isn’t the cheapest we’ve seen this particular model, it only misses the mark by $20, so it's still a great deal for a top-notch robot vacuum.
SEE ALSO: Review: I can't believe how much I loved the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 robot vacuumThe Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum is powerful enough to tackle pet hair and heavy debris (like cereal, chip remnants, and whatever else your roommates or family manage to get on the floor). It features Matrix Clean navigation, so no spot goes untouched. The cool thing is that you can create no-go zones and schedule cleanings from the Shark Clean app, so you can clean your floors from anywhere at any time without worrying about it falling down the stairs or running into furniture.
It’s also bagless and includes a self-emptying base that can hold up to 30 days’ worth of dirt and debris. For less than $300, it’s a total steal.
TL;DR: Live stream Al Shabab vs. Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League for free on 10Play. Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The Saudi Pro League attracts the attention of football fans from all around the world because a number of high-profile players compete in this league, including the likes of Karim Benzema and Sadio Mané. Those guys have a lot of fans, but there's one star that shines brighter than the rest: Cristiano Ronaldo.
The main attraction of the Saudi Pro League is undoubtedly Ronaldo and his Al Nassr team. And that's fortunate because dedicated followers of Ronaldo can live stream Al Nassr's fixtures for free with a simple hack.
If you want to watch Al Shabab vs. Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Al Shabab vs. Al Nassr?Al Shabab vs. Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League kicks off at 2 p.m. ET on Oct. 18. This fixture takes place at the Al-Shabab Club Stadium.
How to watch Al Shabab vs. Al Nassr for freeAl Shabab vs. Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League is available to live stream for free on 10Play.
10Play is geo-restricted to Australia, but anyone can access this free streaming service with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Australia, meaning you can unblock free live streams of the Saudi Pro League from anywhere in the world.
Access a free live stream of Al Shabab vs. Al Nassr by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)
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What is the best VPN for 10Play?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on 10Play, for a number of reasons:
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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 also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.
Live stream Al Shabab vs. Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League for free with ExpressVPN.
TL;DR: Live stream Al Hilal vs. Al Feiha in the Saudi Pro League for free on 10Play. Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The Saudi Pro League does not have the history or the prestige of something like the Premier League or La Liga, but it is a league that's absolutely stacked with talent, so it's always fun to watch the action. And better yet, you can watch top games between the best teams without actually spending anything.
If you want to watch Al Hilal vs. Al Feiha in the Saudi Pro League for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Al Hilal vs. Al Feiha?Al Hilal vs. Al Feiha in the Saudi Pro League kicks off at 11 a.m. ET on Oct. 18. This fixture takes place at the Kingdom Arena.
How to watch Al Hilal vs. Al Feiha for freeAl Hilal vs. Al Feiha in the Saudi Pro League is available to live stream for free on 10Play.
10Play is geo-restricted to Australia, but anyone can access this free streaming service with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Australia, meaning you can unblock free live streams of the Saudi Pro League from anywhere in the world.
Access a free live stream of Al Hilal vs. Al Feiha by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in Australia
Visit 10Play
Live stream Al Hilal vs. Al Feiha for free from anywhere in the world
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Al Hilal vs. Al Feiha in the Saudi Pro League without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream select Saudi Pro League fixtures before recovering your investment.
What is the best VPN for 10Play?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on 10Play, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including Australia
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 also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.
Live stream Al Hilal vs. Al Feiha in the Saudi Pro League for free with ExpressVPN.
TL;DR: Live stream the Saudi Pro League for free on 10Play. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
Domestic competitions like the Premier League, La Liga, and Serie A have always battled for supremacy, but there's a new kid on the block. The Saudi Pro League made a huge splash in 2023 by attracting a bunch of top-level players from European leagues with astonishingly lucrative contracts.
Most of those big names are still competing in the Saudi Pro League, including the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, and Sadio Mané. That means this league produces some of the highest-quality domestic football in the world, whether you like it or not.
If you want to watch the 2024-25 Premier League for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
What is the Saudi Pro League?The Saudi Pro League is the highest football division in the Saudi league system. There are 18 clubs in the Saudi Pro League, with every side playing each other twice over the course of the season (usually from August to May).
The defending champions are Al-Hilal.
How to watch the Saudi Pro League for freeThe Saudi Pro League is available to live stream for free on 10Play. This free streaming service is offering live coverage of up to three fixtures every weekend, including every game featuring Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr FC.
10Play is geo-restricted to Australia, but anyone can access this free streaming service with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Australia, meaning you can unblock free live streams of the Saudi Pro League from anywhere in the world. This might sound complicated, but the process is actually really straightforward.
Access free live streams of the Saudi Pro League by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in Australia
Connect to 10Play
Watch Saudi Pro League fixtures for free from anywhere in the world
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to free live streams of the Saudi Pro League without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch select fixtures before recovering your investment.
If you want to secure permanent access to free live streams from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for streaming live sport is on sale for a limited time.
What is the best VPN for 10Play?ExpressVPN is the best service for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on 10Play, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including Australia
Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more
Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure
Fast connection speeds
Up to 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 also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.
Live stream select Saudi Pro League fixtures for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
TL;DR: Watch the 2024 United States Grand Prix Sprint for free on ServusTV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
This season of F1 has been particularly interesting for fans, but there's something special on the calendar that makes a race weekend even more exciting: a sprint race. China, Miami, Austria, USA, Brazil, and Qatar will each host a sprint weekend this season, and you can watch each session without spending anything.
If you're interested in watching the 2024 United States Grand Prix Sprint for free from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.
When is the 2024 United States Grand Prix Sprint?The 2024 United States Grand Prix takes place over 56 laps of the 5,513-kilometre Circuit of The Americas in Austin. The sprint schedule can be found here:
Sprint Qualifying — 5:30 to 6:14 p.m. ET on Oct. 18
Sprint — 2 to 3 p.m. ET on Oct. 19
The good news is that the 2024 United States Grand Prix Sprint is available to live stream for free.
How to watch the 2024 United States Grand Prix Sprint for freeThe 2024 United States Grand Prix Sprint is available to live stream for free on the ServusTV.
ServusTV is geo-restricted to Austria, but anyone from around the world can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Austria, meaning you can access free live streams of F1 from anywhere in the world.
Access a free live stream of the US GP Sprint by following these simple steps:
Sign up for a VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
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Connect to ServusTV
Watch the 2024 United States Grand Prix Sprint from anywhere in the world
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading services do tend to offer free trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch F1 live streams without actually spending anything. This is clearly not a long-term solution, but it does mean you can stream the 2024 United States Grand Prix Sprint before recovering your investment.
What is the best VPN for F1?ExpressVPN is the top choice for live streaming F1 for free, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including Austria
Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more
Strict no-logging policy so your data is protected
Fast streaming speeds
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 also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Watch the 2024 United States Grand Prix Sprint for free with ExpressVPN.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour makes its return stateside tonight (Oct. 18) in Miami and the Democratic National Committee (DNC) sees it as an opportunity to encourage youth voter turnout in battleground states like Florida!!!
SEE ALSO: Swifties for Kamala: How Taylor Swift fans are creating a new blueprint for political organizingIt's launching a Taylor Swift-themed Snapchat filter in battlegrounds states reading, "I'm in my voting era" followed by "Be fearless for..." Users complete the phrase by tapping through key issues like reproductive rights, climate action, racial justice, and student debt relief and selecting whichever resonates. It also directs users to IWillVote.com, the Democratic Party's flagship voter education website, to learn how to cast their ballot in the upcoming election.
"There are folks from all over the country heading to Miami for the Taylor Swift concert, but also fans from all over the country who will be tuning into it live. We wanted to capitalize on that moment and be creative in the ways that we're reaching some key voters — like young people, women, and the LGBTQ community — to talk to them about the issues that are going to matter most in this election," Rosemary Boeglin, DNC communications director, told Mashable. "You'll see that the Snapchat filter not only directs users to IWillVote.com, but it has them engage on the issues."
Additionally, the DNC is placing ads on a boat near Swift's concert venue and on billboards across Miami that read, "I'm in my Kamala Era" and "A new way forward...Ready for it?" The ads also direct viewers to IWillVote.com.
This is the first Snapchat filter the DNC has launched this election cycle. It's part of its strategy aimed at meeting young voters where they are in a fractured media environment.
According to Snapchat, it has more than 100 million users in the United States, around 80 percent of whom are at least 18 years old and eligible to vote. It has a higher percentage of users under 30 than other major social media platforms, according to the New York Times. The paper reported the Harris-Walz campaign has spent $5.3 million on Snapchat campaign ads so far, while the Trump campaign has yet to buy a single Snapchat ad.
This Snapchat campaign comes after the pop star endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris in an Instagram post after the Presidential debate. To her 284 million followers she wrote, "I will be casting my vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 Presidential Election. I’m voting for @kamalaharris because she fights for the rights and causes I believe need a warrior to champion them." The custom voter registration link she posted on her Instagram story that same night saw 405,999 visitors.
Also timed to Swift's Miami concert is Swifties for Kamala's You're Not Alone Kid friendship bracelet campaign. The grassroots organization of Swift fans is distributing Harris-themed friendship bracelets across the U.S. with a QR code directing the recipients to voting information.
This content originally appeared on Mashable for a US audience and has been adapted for the UK audience.
Many people resist the urge to get a decent VPN for their Android phone or tablet. Why bother with an extra app just to get online?
Over time, however, the scenarios in which you might need a VPN become more common. You could need to check what a site looks like from another geolocation, or test something that isn't available in your country. What often acts as the final straw is being unable to watch some of your favourite TV shows while travelling.
What is a VPN?VPNs provide protection for your data and identity by creating a private network that hides your real IP address. All of your activity is untraceable and secure because everything passes through an encrypted tunnel. Nobody can see into the tunnel, and everything inside is protected against online threats.
Do you need a VPN for your Android?Investing in a VPN is one of the best ways to ensure your safety and anonymity online. VPNs are important tools in the fight against scammers and cybercriminals, meaning you can use your Android device safe in the knowledge that you're secure from these threats.
VPNs can also be used to unlock streaming services from around the world, including the likes of Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+. All you need to do is open up your preferred VPN, connect to a server from another country in order to spoof your IP to another address, and then head to your preferred streaming site. This process tricks the site into thinking you are based in another country, meaning you can watch all that great content that is normally blocked. If you stream on your Android, you could benefit from a VPN.
Should you use free VPNs?The good news is that there are plenty of free versions of popular VPNs out there, plus free trials with full access to everything you get with a premium plan. The bad news is that there tends to always be a catch.
With free versions of popular VPNs, you normally get limited data usage. These plans will work fine if you aren't really online, but if you're going to be streaming or downloading anything, this simply isn't going to work. Free trials come with everything you get in a paid plan, but don't tend to last very long. So you'll be all set for a short time, but this isn't really a long-term solution.
What is the best VPN for Android?Choosing a VPN provider is both easy and incredibly difficult. There are a lot of options to consider, but it's very hard to test how reliable they are in different scenarios. So below, you'll find a list of some VPNs that are just plain good. We've checked out everything on offer and highlighted a selection of the best providers, including popular names like PureVPN and CyberGhost VPN.
These are the best VPNs for Android in 2024.
Sport dominates the lives of millions of people around the world, and fortunately most of it is available to watch on one platform or another. That is unless you are abroad.
If you are travelling, you might find yourself blocked by your favourite streaming platforms. If you want to keep up to speed with all the action when abroad, you need to invest in a VPN. A VPN relocates your IP address back home and bypasses those pesky geographical restrictions. This means that you don't need to put your security at risk with some sketchy stream that regularly cuts out and fills your screen with risqué adverts.
What is a VPN?Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) provide protection for your data and identity when you're online by creating a private network that hides your real IP address. This means that all of your activity is untraceable and secure. Try thinking about VPNs as encrypted tunnels through which all of your online traffic passes through. Nobody can see into the tunnel, and everything inside the tunnel is protected against online threats like viruses, hackers, and malware.
Can you use free VPNs for streaming sport?Yes, there are plenty of free versions of popular VPNs out there, plus free trials of VPNs with full access to everything you get with a premium plan. Alternatively, you can pay for a VPN. So which option is best for you and your lifestyle?
You get what you pay for with VPNs. There tends to always be a catch with free versions, and it's normally in the form of limited data usage. If you're just an occasional user, these plans will work fine. But if you're going to be streaming or downloading, this isn't going to work. Free trials are a little bit different: they come with everything you get in a paid plan, but obviously they don't tend to last very long. Trials are great for testing out a service before committing, but this isn't a long-term solution.
How do you watch sport with a VPN?All you need to do is open your VPN of choice, connect to a secure server located back home, and enjoy undisturbed coverage of your preferred sport platform. It's that easy. The only difficult aspect is actually selecting a VPN service to use. That's because there are so many great services out there, offering different sets of features that will suit some users more than others.
What is the best VPN for sport?A VPN could provide access to games that would usually be out of reach. We have made choosing a service as easy as possible. We have tracked down the best VPNs for speed, security, simplicity, and much more, so you can make an informed decision.
These are the best VPNs for watching sport in 2024.
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