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TL;DR: Live stream Herediano vs. LA Galaxy in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free on YouTube. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The Concacaf Champions Cup action continues this week with a number of really interesting matchups, including Herediano vs. LA Galaxy. The team from Costa Rica dumped Real Salt Lake out of the competition in the last round. Can they do the same to LA Galaxy?
If you want to watch Herediano vs. LA Galaxy in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Herediano vs. LA Galaxy?Herediano vs. LA Galaxy in the Concacaf Champions Cup kicks off at 8:30 p.m. ET on March 5. This fixture takes place at the Estadio Jose Rafael Fello Meza Ivancovich.
How to watch Herediano vs. LA Galaxy for freeHerediano vs. LA Galaxy in the Concacaf Champions Cup is available to live stream for free on YouTube.
This free live stream is available in most locations around the world, but not in North or Central America. Fortunately, fans in these excluded territories can still access this free live stream with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK (or somewhere else with access), meaning you can unblock free live streams of the Concacaf Champions Cup from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Herediano vs. LA Galaxy 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 the UK (or somewhere else with access)
Visit YouTube
Live stream Herediano vs. LA Galaxy for free
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 Herediano vs. LA Galaxy in the Concacaf Champions Cup without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream select Concacaf Champions Cup fixtures before recovering your investment.
If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming services 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 YouTube?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on YouTube, for a number of reasons:
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TL;DR: While codes last, you can save $189 on Microsoft Office Home and Business for Mac 2019 (the PC version is also available).
You could may monthly for Microsoft 365 access, or you could pay $39.99 once and get lifetime device access to Microsoft Office Home & Business.
But which should you choose?
Let's put the two ways of accessing your favorite Microsoft apps head to head.
Microsoft 365, the subscription-based version, charges users $10 monthly for cloud-based access to the latest version of the apps. On the other hand, a Microsoft Office license asks for a one-time $39.99 payment for lifelong access to the apps on your device. This is our discounted offering since this purchase normally costs $229.
How does Microsoft 365 get away with charging such hefty subscription fees? Well, users get a few more apps than the Office lifetime license (like the Clipchamp video editor), built-in cloud storage, and mobile app access. The 2019 version of Office also looks a little different from the newest version, though you still get the most important Microsoft tools.
What you need to ask yourself is this: Do I really want another monthly subscription fee? We find that most people simply want affordable, lifelong access to their favorite Office apps — and that’s what the lifetime device license gets you.
Instead of paying each month, you’ll pay once, receive an email with your download link and activation code, and install the software on your Mac (PC codes are also available). Then, you’ll have access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and Teams Classic for the life of your computer.
While some users may still opt for Microsoft 365 for the cloud-based apps and mobile access, those looking for the most affordable version can save at the Mashable Shop.
Get Microsoft Office Home and Business for Mac, now $39.99 (reg. $229).
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Opens in a new window Credit: InterPlein Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for Mac $39.99The 2025 SXSW Conference and festivals kicks off March 7, with a flurry of film and television premieres, tech speakers and panels, enticing activations, comedy shows, and much, much more.
Movie lovers flock to Austin Texas for SXSW to see the world premieres of star-studded films, as well as take the opportunity to discover hidden gems. With so many options to choose from, making your SXSW plan can be stressful. And even if you're not going to be on the ground, you might want your ear to the ground to know what's a must-see and what's a miss. Fear not, Mashable has got you covered. We'll be running reviews out of the SXSW Film Festival, praising the best and jeering the worst. But Opening Night, here are the titles that most intrigue.
Here are the most-anticipated movies and shows premiering at the SXSW Film Festival in 2025.
Another Simple FavorOpening SXSW 2025's film festival is this cheeky sequel to the 2018 thriller A Simple Favor. Set years after vlogging single mom Stephanie Smothers (Anna Kendrick) bested her devious bestie Emily (Blake Lively) in a game of lies, insurance fraud, and homicide, they're reunited. Somehow — despite several murder convictions — Emily is out of prison and looking to wed in a flashy destination wedding. And the perfect person to be her maid of honor is none other than the friend who turned their toxic relationship into a best-selling true crime novel.
Screenwriter Jessica Sharzer and director Paul Feig also return, bringing with them some memorable supporting players. But the most enchanting lure for Another Simple Favor is the intensity Lively brought to the mesmerizing, mercurial, and ever elegant Emily. Or Claudia. Or Hope. Or whatever she's going by now.
Starring: Anna Kendrick, Blake Lively, Andrew Rannells, Bashir Salahuddin, Elizabeth Perkins, Michele Morrone, Elena Sofia Ricci, Alex Newell, Henry Golding, and Allison Janney
How to watch: Another Simple Favor will come to Prime Video on May 1.
DropWhen it comes to dating, in the immortal words of contemporary poet Olivia Rodrigo, "It's brutal out there."
No one understands that better than Violet (White Lotus' Meghann Fahy), a widowed mom who's going on her first date in ages. But far beyond getting the ick, she's getting bizarre and threatening memes from an unknown number. Coming from Christopher Landon, the writer of such high concept comedy-horror gems as Happy Death Day, Freaky, and Heart Eyes, this Drop promises to be a thrilling night out.
Starring: Meghann Fahy, Brandon Sklenar, Violett Beane, Jacob Robinson, Reed Diamond, Gabrielle Ryan, Jeffery Self, Ed Weeks, and Travis Nelson
How to watch: Drop opens in theaters April 11.
Death of a UnicornLet's be honest, this title alone should be enough to pique your curiosity. From A24 comes the feature directorial debut of helmer/writer Alex Scharfman. And as you might predict, Death of a Unicorn centers around the demise of the eponymous mythical beast.
Look, daughter duo Elliot and Ridley (Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega) didn't mean to kill the unicorn. It was a accident. But when the corpse of a unicorn inspires an obscenely affluent family of pharmaceutical execs to experiment, things go from bad to fantastically worse. Which seems good news for moviegoers who love a wild ride.
Starring: Paul Rudd, Jenna Ortega, Will Poulter, Téa Leoni, and Richard E. Grant
How to watch: Death of a Unicorn opens in theaters March 28.
The Accountant 2Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal re-team in an enticing sequel to director Gavin O'Connor's 2016's The Accountant. The first film unfurled the twisted tale of two brothers, raised by a hard-headed military dad, who felt violence could be an answer to just about anything. But while one son grew up a mercenary with no qualms about murder, the other became an accountant for some of the most dangerous wealthy folk on the planet.
Now, when former treasury chief (and friend) Ray King (J.K. Simmons) dies, it's up to Christian Wolff (Affleck) and his hot-tempered brother Braxton (Bernthal) to crack the case... and maybe some skulls along the way. A thriller that promises action and character-driven drama starring two of Hollywood's most strong-jawed leading men? That math adds up to LFG.
Starring: Ben Affleck, Jon Bernthal, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Daniella Pineda, Allison Robertson, and J.K. Simmons
How to watch: The Accountant 2 opens in theaters nationwide on April 25.
HollandSleep is for anyone but AMC movie queen Nicole Kidman. In 2024, the heralded leading lady appeared in the Lulu Wang mini-series Expats, the May-December rom-com A Family Affair, the mystery series The Perfect Couple, the espionage drama series Lioness, and the steamy erotic thriller Babygirl. Now, she's kicking off 2025 with a curious collaboration with Mimi Cave, director of the cannibal thriller Fresh.
Holland seems to be set in a picture-perfect town in Michigan, where cheerful children, happy housewives, and Dutch dancing are thriving. But something is off for Nancy (Kidman). She's convinced she's onto a mystery, but what could it mean — for her and her husband and son? We can't wait to find out.
Starring: Nicole Kidman, Matthew Macfadyen, Jude Hill, and Gael García Bernal
How to watch: Holland debuts on Prime Video on March 27.
O'DessaThis rock opera from writer/director Geremy Jasper (Patti Cake$) is coming to Hulu. But I'd recommend you take advantage of the chance to see it in theaters at SXSW, where the soundtrack can envelope you, rattling your bones and soul.
Stranger Things' Sadie Sink stars as O’Dessa, a rambler who has a song in her heart and a destiny in her blood. In a dystopian world, a narcissistic dictator numbs the population into poverty through an endless barrage of TV broadcasts. It's up to O'Dessa to bring her music to the masses and open their hearts and minds. Along the way, Jasper drenches his audience in an enchanting musical soundscape with visuals gorgeous and strange, making for a movie musical that feels familiar yet thrillingly fresh.
Starring: Sadie Sink, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Murray Bartlett, Regina Hall, and Pokey LaFarge
How to watch: O'Dessa premieres on Hulu on March 13.
The StudioSeth Rogen and a jaw-dropping cast of big stars give Hollywood the takedown it so richly deserves with The Studio.
The battle of art versus commerce takes center stage as Rogen plays a newly minted studio exec, who has to make an endless series of wild decisions. If you ever wonder how the blockbuster sausage gets made, the first episode of this stellar comedy series gives you a juicy and revolting taste.
The writing on this satirical series is so sharp that Rogen practically bleeds as he plays the fool across an array of comical conflicts. And he's bolstered by a supporting cast that is blisteringly funny, spitting barbs, allusions, and one-liners with a dizzying intensity. SXSW gives audiences a little taste of this new sitcom. To see the rest, you'll need to subscribe to Apple TV+.
Starring: Seth Rogen, Catherine O’Hara, Kathryn Hahn, Ike Barinholtz, Chase Sui Wonders, and Bryan Cranston
How to watch: The Studio premieres on Apple TV+ on March 26.
The Ballad of Wallis IslandFollowing its Sundance debut, this winsome dramedy is perfectly pitched for SXSW, dealing with music, fandom, and the power of love.
Imagine if you will, you won a lottery prize so immense you could not only afford a home on a remote island far from the worries of the world, but you could also afford to essentially bribe your favorite band to reunite for a private concert. This is what eccentric Charles Heath (Tim Key) does, just to hear McGwyer Mortimer play live one more time. However, the folk rock band who peaked in the 2010s didn't just disband. The angsty Herb McGwyer (Tom Basden) and the cheery Nell Mortimer (Carey Mulligan) broke up romantically as well. So when she turns up with her new husband (Akemnji Ndifornyen) the stage is set for romantic rivalry, resurrected resentments, and some really great indie rock.
Starring: Tom Basden, Tim Key, Sian Clifford, Akemnji Ndifornyen, and Carey Mulligan
How to watch: The Ballad of Wallis Island premieres in theaters March 28.
Happy FaceTrue crime fans, brace yourselves for your next TV obsession. Robert King and Michelle King, the dynamic partnership that brought us the rousing drama and wit of The Good Fight and The Good Wife, are now delivering an intriguing new series inspired by Melissa G. Moore's autobiographical podcast and book about being the daughter of the notorious Happy Face Killer.
Annaleigh Ashford stars as Melissa Reed. A wife, mother, and professional make-up artist, Melissa's plate is pretty full even before her convicted killer father (played by a snarling Dennis Quaid) barges into what peace she has built. He's been locked up for years after being convicted of eight murders. But he claims there's a ninth victim, and he'll only tell the details to his darling "Missy." To reconnect with her dad will not only open up old wounds, but also risk the anonymity on which she's raised her own family. But if a confession could stop the wrong man from unjust punishment, would it be worth it?
Starring: Annaleigh Ashford, Dennis Quaid, Tamera Tomakili, and James Wolk
How to watch: Happy Face begins streaming on Paramount+ March 20.
American Sweatshop Lili Reinhart stars as Daisy in "American Sweatshop." Credit: Guido MarxLili Reinhart headlines this sly thriller about a young woman who has a total nightmare job: She's a moderator for videos on the internet. Every day, she and a small army of her coworkers come to a dismal office, where they must watch acts of violence, depravity, and violation to determine whether these videos break the company's user agreement. Smartly, director Uta Briesewitz doesn't make a spectacle of the horrors that her characters witness, keeping most of them off-camera. Instead, she turns the knife by focusing on the psychological agony of those forced to watch for a meager salary.
Tormented by one video in particular, Daisy (Reinhart) becomes obsessed with tracking down its maker. Through her journey, this savage film not only vivisects the dark voyeurism that exists on the internet and the trauma it inflicts. It also mocks the callous nature of corporate America, which will allow anything it can in the name of profit. Achingly timely and unnervingly thrilling, American Sweatshop is must-see for the chronically online.
Starring: Lili Reinhart, Daniela Melchior, Jeremy Ang Jones, Josh Whitehouse, Tim Plester, Christiane Paul, and Joel Fry
How to watch: Release TBD.
I Really Love My Husband Madison Lanesey and Travis Quentin Young in "I Really Love My Husband." Credit: Still by Ryan Thomas. Color by Dan Edwards.The feature debut of writer/director G.G. Hawkins is a playful and enticing look at love and desire, with a sharp sense of humor.
The story of this sexy comedy begins on a honeymoon to tropical Panama. There, newlyweds Drew and Teresa (Travis Quentin Young and Madison Lanesey) are seeking pleasure and fun under the sun. But something is eating at Teresa, who seems irked by her husband's every move. That is, until they meet their enchanting rental host, the free-spirited Paz (Arta Gee). More than a sexy stranger, they seem a path to sexual exploration and personal liberation. While this concept of a straight-seeming couple dabbling in kink and queer hook-ups might seem predictable and problematic, Hawkins and her cast show a keen self-awareness in the film's final act. The result is a comedy that's funny, poignant, and thought-provoking.
Starring: Madison Lanesey, Travis Quentin Young, Arta Gee, Lisa Jacqueline Starrett, Elizabeth de Robbins, Sophia Amodio, Meggan Taylor, Mitch Bisshop, Amberlin Morse
How to watch: Release TBD.
The Secret of Me Credit: SXSWThe personal is political in the poignant and richly informative documentary The Secret of Me.
Directed by Grace Hughes-Hallett, this film begins with the story of an American girl who loves soccer and her parents. But as she grows older, family secrets are revealed that change how she sees herself, her family, and the world around her. A story of personal discovery becomes one of intersex activism, as The Secret of Me's hero comes to realize they're not alone. Tying this individual story to the history of a landmark psychology experiment and the disturbing impact it had on countless children, this doc will open eyes, and hopefully hearts.
How to watch: Release TBD.
The Threesome Zoey Deutch, Jonah Hauer-King, and Ruby Cruz get together in "The Threesome." Credit: Star Thrower EntertainmentWant a romantic comedy with a little bit of spice? Then you'll fall for director Chad Hartigan's surprisingly charming The Threesome.
What begins as the kind of story you might read in an AITA thread evolves into a sweet and silly story about three young lovers who face big decisions after a wild night together. Zoey Deutch stars as a charismatic but mercurial waitress who propose a threesome with an old friend (Jonah Hauer-King) who's long been crushing on her, and a new acquaintance (Ruby Cruz) with a dazzling energy. While you might suspect you know where this sexual encounter might lead, you're wrong. This is far from a Challengers-like tale of tension, lust, and resentment. Instead, it's a story about growing up, whether you're ready or not, and taking responsibility for your choices and the hearts you broke along the way. Tender and beguiling, The Threesome is solid fun.
Starring: Zoey Deutch, Jonah Hauer-King, Ruby Cruz, Jaboukie Young-White, Josh Segarra, Robert Longstreet, Arden Myrin, Kristin Slaysman, Allan McLeod, and Julia Sweeney
How to watch: Release TBD.
Dead Lover Grace Glowicki as Gravedigger in "Dead Lover." Credit: Rhayne VermetteIf you crave something determinedly offbeat, check out this Sundance pick, which has its Texas premiere at SXSW. Co-written, directed, and starring Grace Glowicki, Dead Lover is as far from a vanity project as a filmmaker might get. In this gnarly horror-comedy, she plays an unnamed gravedigger who smells so rank she repels everyone around her. However, when she finally meets a man who is all too happy to share her bed, he tragically dies, leaving only a dismembered finger behind. But that scrap of lover could be enough to Frankenstein her way to a reunion.
If that weren't wild enough, Glowicki and co-writer/co-star Ben Petrie weave in subplots of naughty nuns, judgmental biddies, a sneering parson, and a grief-stricken swashbuckler. And their cast of four will play all of the roles in black box setting, with obvious wigs, and clumsy costumes that relish in the DIY aesthetic. It's "Let's Put on a Show!" for the midnight movie crowd, making Dead Lover a really bonkers watch.
Starring: Grace Glowicki, Ben Petrie, Leah Doz, and Lowen Morrow
How to watch: Release TBD.
HULU BUNDLES: Hulu is offering a range of bundle deals so you can stream from its library without breaking the bank.
The best Hulu deals and bundles in March 2025: Best Bundle Deal Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle $16.99/month with ads, $29.99/month ad-free Get Deal Best Add-On Deal Disney Bundle Duo Basic Disney+ and Hulu with ads for $10.99 per month Get Deal Best Student Deal Hulu Student Deal Hulu (with ads) for $1.99 per month Get DealThere's a wide range of excellent shows and films to watch on Hulu. From Poor Things to the thrilling (and Golden Globe-winning) Shōgun, it's a library that's full of options to keep you entertained for hours. You can even catch Oscar Best Picture winner Anora on the service on March 17.
If any of these have caught your eye and have you itching to sign up for Hulu, we're here to help. Outside of the standard ad-supported and ad free plans, there are quite a few bundle deals available with Hulu that are worth exploring if you're looking to save some cash.
SEE ALSO: The best Presidents' Day streaming deals: Peacock, Starz, and moreWith streaming prices on the rise (Hulu even recently increased its prices just last year), there's no better time than now to find a way to save on streaming services like this one. Below you can find details on Hulu's best bundles at the moment — alongside information on both its ad-supported and ad free plan, if you just want the basics — offering you a way to save on the service without going overboard on spending.
You'll even get additional streaming services thrown in at a lower cost, and what's better than that?
Best Bundle Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hulu Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle $16.99/month with ads, $29.99/month ad-free Get Deal Why we like itReleased last July, this is one of the best Hulu bundles available at the moment. Starting at $16.99 per month, this bundle grants you access to Hulu, Disney+, and Max's streaming services for a much lower price than what you'd pay for the three of them separately. It's an incredible deal to take advantage of, especially if you've already got Disney+ and Max subscriptions. There are two plans to choose from with this bundle, and they are:
Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle (with ads) — $16.99 per month (save 43%)
Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle (no ads) — $29.99 per month (save 42%)
If you don't want to splash out on the full Hulu, Disney+, and Max bundle, the next best thing is the Duo Basic bundle. This comes with just Disney+ alongside Hulu, giving you access to each of their ad-supported streaming platforms for as low as $10.99 per month. If you're already subscribed to Disney+ or have been hoping to jump into its library, this is well worth investing in.
Disney Bundle Duo Basic — $10.99 per month
This isn't the only Disney+ plan available with Hulu, though. For those looking to jump into an ad-free tier for the Disney+ and Hulu bundle, there's the Duo Premium (no ads) plan that'll cost you $19.99 per month instead. And if you're a sports fan and want to throw in ESPN+, there are also Disney Bundle Trio Basic and Trio Premium plans, which run for $16.99 per month and $26.99 per month, respectively.
Disney Bundle Duo Premium — $19.99 per month
Disney Bundle Trio Basic — $16.99 per month
Disney Bundle Trio Premium — $26.99 per month
If you're a student enrolled at a university, you can score a Hulu (with ads) plan for even lower than the above bundles. Hulu's Student Deal gives eligible college students the ability to buy a Hulu (with ads) plan for just $1.99 per month. Hulu notes that the deal lasts "so long as student enrollment status remains verified," then it goes back up to the standard monthly price.
Hulu Student Deal — $1.99 per month
If you're just looking to jump straight into Hulu's library without any fancy bundles, there are a couple of subscription options to consider. The ad-supported tier comes in at $9.99 per month, but you'll get your first month free, which is a great way to test the waters and see if it's the right fit for you. If you want to go ad free, that'll cost you $18.99 per month. Unfortunately, this plan does not offer a free trial like its ad-supported sibling.
Hulu (with ads) — $9.99 per month (get first month free)
Hulu (no ads) — $18.99 per month
If you really want to go big on a streaming investment, there's the Hulu + Live TV plan. This costs a whopping $82.99 per month for its ad-supported plan, but comes with plenty to keep you busy. Hulu + Live TV (with ads) gets you access to 95+ channels, unlimited DVR, Disney+ (with ads), ESPN+ (with ads), and Hulu (with ads). If you want to go even bigger with the ad-free plan — which offers Hulu (No Ads), Disney+ (no ads), and ESPN+ (with ads) alongside Live TV — it'll cost you $95.99 per month. The ad-supported plan also offers a free trial, but for just three days instead.
Hulu + Live TV (with ads) — $82.99 per month (three day free trial)
Hulu + Live TV (no ads) — $95.99 per month
Wondering what to watch once you get set up with a Hulu plan or bundle? We're here to help with that as well. Have a look at our roundups of the 30 best comedies on Hulu, the 25 best sci-fi movies on Hulu, and the 26 best horror movies on Hulu to start building your watchlist. And if you're in the mood to binge-watch a show, check out our breakdown of the 25 best shows on Hulu.
SAVE $60: As of March 5, this Kindle Scribe essentials bundle is on sale for $479.97 at Amazon. That's a saving of 11% on list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Scribe Essentials Bundle $479.97 at AmazonThe Kindle Scribe is the latest dream product for book lovers. A new kind of device that combines reading and notetaking, this new model released in 2024 is one we're always monitoring for discounts. And we're in luck, because Amazon currenty has a great deal on an essentials bundle that you won't want to miss.
As of March 5, you can save $60 on the Kindle Scribe essentials bundle, now just $479.97. The deal comes with the Premium Pen so you can jot down notes and convert them to text as easily as writing in a notebook. Unlike the basic pen, this model comes with an eraser at the top so you can quickly remove mistakes just by flipping the pen. It is also battery-free and works through a special power source embedded in the Kindle Scribe, so there is no need to charge it.
SEE ALSO: Kindle users: Don't sleep on the free credits you could earn through Kindle RewardsIt also comes with a 9W power adapter and a plant-based leather folio to store it away. According to Amazon, the plant-based leather is made from 76% renewable bio-materials (non-GMO corn, and viscose fiber from Forest Stewardship Council-certified sources) and 24% polyurethane. This deal is specific to the 64GB device, but you can choose between tungsten and metallic jade.
Besides its note-taking abilities, the Kindle Scribe has a 10.2-inch 300 ppi Paperwhite display, glare and ink-free. So, like the original Kindle model, it's perfect for sitting outside in the sun or harsh lighting. And if you're someone who reads on the go a lot, the Scribe has the best battery life of any model, promising to last months on a single charge. Yes, months.
Head to Amazon to grab this deal.
Save $100: As of March 5, the Dyson V15 corldess vacuum is on sale for $649.99 at Amazon. That's a saving of 13% on list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson V15 Cordless Vacuum $649.99 at AmazonWhether it's a vacuum or a hair styling product, with Dyson you know you're getting a high-quality product. That's why when it comes to Dyson discounts, we just can't let them slide. Much like this latest Amazon deal on the Dyson V15, a stellar cordless vacuum that received great scores when our reviewer tested it out.
And as of March 5, you can save $100 on this model, now down to $649.99. So far this year it has only been this low in price once.
SEE ALSO: The roborock Qrevo Edge robot vacuum is down to its lowest-ever priceA high-tech model, the V15's most notable feature is the laser dust detection system that illuminates dust on hard floors, so you won’t miss any dirty spots, something our reviewer found to be incredibly effective. This model also benefits from an LCD screen that gives real-time updates on dust it has picked up, battery life, and some handy maintenance alerts.
You can expect up to 60 minutes of run time before it needs to be charged. And if you have pets, you'll really love the hair screw tool. This one is great for sucking up pet hair, and the anti-tangle conical brush bar can remove stubborn hairs from pet beds, car seats, stairs, and more tricky spots.
This deal is only available for a limited time at Amazon, so don't miss out.
SAVE $300: As of March 5, the roborock Qrevo Edge is on sale for $1,299.98 at Amazon. That's a 19% saving on the list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: roborock roborock Qrevo Edge $1,299.98 at AmazonWe're back at it again with the robot vacuum love, but how could we not with this incredible deal on the roborock Qrevo Edge? As of March 5, this impressive vacuum is reduced by $300, saving you 19% off the full price. This model has also never been priced lower than this.
$1,000 is still a hefty price tag, so what are you really getting for your money with this vacuum? Well, with both vacuuming and mopping functions, this robot vacuum really is an amazing addition to your home.
SEE ALSO: The Shark AI Ultra Robot Vacuum is nearly half off at Amazon — just in time for pollen seasonIt boasts 18,500Pa suction power, aiding the main brush speed by 10% for maximum cleaning efficiency. The all-rubber spiral brush design also prevents tangling, making it ideal for homes with carpets, pet hair, and long hair. It even has pet-friendly settings that reduce sounds to 55dB to keep your furry friends happy and calm.
And no need to guide the vacuum around your house. Powered by structured light technology, this vacuum works its way around your house, avoiding obstacles and navigating even the most cluttered of rooms.
This deal is available at Amazon for a limited time only.
WHERE TO BUY: The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 launches on March 5 with a starting price of $549. It will be available at Amazon and Best Buy, though third-party models may cost more.
Opens in a new window Credit: Gigabyte / Nvidia NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 $549.99 at Best BuyNvidia GeForce RTX 5070 is here, and while it is not the most exciting upgrade, it is still the latest mid-range option in the 50-series lineup.
Performance is nearly identical to RTX 4070 Super, with only a slight lead in some games and even some losses in others. The only real improvement is the inclusion of DLSS 4, which allows Multi-Frame Generation to artificially boost frame rates. That comes with added latency, making it more useful for single-player games than competitive ones.
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PNY GeForce RTX 5070 12GB ARGB OC GDDR7 PCI Express 5.0 Graphics Card with Triple Fan — $699.99
MSI NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 12G GAMING TRIO OC 12GB GDDR7 PCI Express Gen 5 Graphics Card — $649.99
At launch, RTX 5070 is priced at $549. That makes it $50 cheaper than the 4070 Super at launch, but that may not be enough to make up for the lack of a real generational jump. It is a reasonable choice for those who skipped the 40-series and are upgrading from something older. But it may be better to buy the 4070 Super if you can find stock.
For those who already have a RTX 4070 Super, I've noticed around a 15% bump in general performance from my MSI model by using a program called DLSS Swapper. This allows users to use DLSS 4 on 4000 series cards (usually locked to 3.5) and is managed by games that use the AI tech.
Here's a spec comparison for RTX 5070 to RTX 4070 Super:
CUDA Cores: 6,144 / 7,168
VRAM: 12GB GDDR7 / 12GB GDDR6X
Memory Bus:192-bit / 192-bit
Power Draw: 250W / 220W
DLSS Version: DLSS 4 / DLSS 3.5
For those set on getting RTX 5070, Amazon and Best Buy are the best places to look. Amazon will have a range of third-party models from brands like ASUS, MSI, and Gigabyte. Prices may vary, especially if resellers get involved. Best Buy is the most reliable place to find Nvidia’s Founders Edition cards, which tend to sell out quickly. Both stores will have stock at launch, but availability may change within hours.
The card itself is built on Nvidia’s Blackwell architecture and features 6,144 CUDA cores, 12GB of GDDR7 memory, and a 192-bit memory bus. The power draw is slightly higher than the previous generation, reaching 250W compared to the 220W of 4070 Super. That should not be an issue for most modern power supplies, but it is something to keep in mind for those with lower-wattage setups.
Buying a GPU at launch always comes with some risk. Prices may fluctuate, stock may disappear, and better deals may come up later. If RTX 5070 drops below $549, it becomes a more attractive option. If the 4070 Super stays in stock at a lower price, it may be worth choosing instead.
For those who do not want to wait, checking Amazon and Best Buy early on launch day is the best bet.
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.
With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.
So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on MashableHere are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Wednesday, March 5, 2025:
AcrossMoon stage, like 8-Across or 2-DownThe answer is Phase.
The answer is Sacha.
The answer is Alter.
The answer is Full.
The answer is Ply.
The answer is PSA.
The answer is Half.
The answer is ActUp.
The answer is Shell.
The answer is Early.
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has announced that GPT-4.5 will "likely" begin rolling out to ChatGPT Plus subscribers "over a few days" rather than all at once. You'll just have to continue being patient.
"there is no perfect way to do this; we wanted to do it for everyone tomorrow, but it would have meant we had to launch with a very low rate limit," Altman posted to X on Tuesday. "we think people are gonna use this a lot and love it. so we think it's better to let people have real, long conversations with it, but that means we have to stagger people in rather than have everyone hit it hard a [sic] the same time."
Tweet may have been deletedAnnounced last Thursday, GPT-4.5 is the latest version of OpenAI's large language model (LLM), and will apparently be the last which doesn't use chain-of-thought prompting. Chain-of-thought models strive to simulate human reasoning by breaking down complex tasks into manageable, logical steps, which are followed to ultimately reach an answer.
Though GPT-4.5 isn't quite there yet, OpenAI asserts that early testing indicates that interaction with it "feels more natural."
"Its broader knowledge base, improved ability to follow user intent, and greater 'EQ' make it useful for tasks like improving writing, programming, and solving practical problems," OpenAI said last week. "We also expect it to hallucinate less."
SEE ALSO: OpenAI's GPT-4.5 is here. How to try it now.Even so, Altman has attempted to temper expectations, noting that GPT-4.5 "isn’t a reasoning model and won’t crush benchmarks."
The rolling, staggered release of GPT-4.5 doesn't come as a surprise. Altman previously stated that though OpenAI had initially wanted to launch the "giant, expensive model" to ChatGPT Plus and Pro subscribers simultaneously, a lack of graphics processing units (GPUs) prevented this. As such, ChatGPT Pro subscribers got their hands on it first. A ChatGPT Pro subscription costs $200 per month, while a Plus subscription is $20 per month.
"we will add tens of thousands of GPUs next week and roll it out to the plus tier then," Altman wrote on Thursday. "(hundreds of thousands coming soon, and i'm pretty sure y'all will use every one we can rack up.)"
Remember the iconic 1994 action flick Speed, in which Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock were stuck on a bus that would explode if it slowed below 50 mph? Picture that, but instead of a bus it's a bullet train hurtling toward Tokyo, and instead of Keanu Reeves it's one very dedicated train conductor.
Netflix has released a teaser trailer for Bullet Train Explosion, the next project from Shin Godzilla director Shinji Higuchi. A modern reboot of the 1975 Japanese film The Bullet Train, Bullet Train Explosion follows Tohoku Shinkansen Hayabusa No. 60, a train which has been rigged to explode if its speed drops below 100 km/h (62 mph). That is, unless a ransom of 100 billion yen (approximately $667 million) is paid.
SEE ALSO: 'Bullet Train' review: David Leitch snatched Guy Ritchie's whole vibeAboard the train is conductor Takaichi (Tsuyoshi Kusanagi), who looks like he's about to demonstrate a ridiculously fierce commitment to customer service and passenger safety. He won't be alone on the worst train ride ever though, with the ensemble cast also including Kanata Hosoda, Non, Jun Kaname, Machiko Ono, Hana Toyoshima, and Takumi Saitoh.
Bullet Train Explosion will arrive April 23 on Netflix.
TL;DR: Get the Luminar Neo Lifetime Bundle on sale for £93.89 (reg. £533.66) and save 82% on this award-winning, AI-powered photo editing software.
Opens in a new window Credit: Luminar Luminar Neo Lifetime Bundle £93.89 at the Mashable ShopIf you're a photography enthusiast or a professional looking to shake things up, photo editing tools that utilise AI are an easy way to boost your creativity. Now, you can get your photos to look exactly how you want — and without spending months learning Photoshop. For a limited time, you can get lifetime access to Luminar Neo, along with unique add-ons, for hundreds of pounds off the regular retail price.
Luminar Neo will help you enhance tone, correct colour and lighting, remove unwanted objects, and make other creative adjustments in an instant. You can do magical things like retouching a person's skin and swapping out the sky. You'll also get pro-level tools that use AI to transform and enhance your photos.
This bundle also comes with six specialty add-ons to help you further enhance the look of your photos. This includes the Light Reflections Overlay that gives you 10 overlays to add a different feel and intensity to your pics. Or, if you want to lean into the holiday season, you can use the Frosty Winter LUTs add-on or the Wintertime Overlay add-on.
You'll get a wide range of editing tools, including layers, masking, local adjustments, pro-level presets, and continuous software updates. You can also use AI to manipulate light, upscale, remove background, and much more. You also get a video course called "Creative Photo Editing Techniques in Luminar Neo" that includes 10 tutorial videos.
A Red Dot winner in 2022 for Interface Design, this pay-once software can help you amp up your photographic creativity. And it's on sale at the Mashable Shop for 82% off the usual price.
Again, head to the Mashable Shop to get the Luminar Neo lifetime bundle on sale for £93.89 (reg. £533.66).
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TL;DR: Live stream Bayern Munich vs. Leverkusen in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
There are so many interesting matchups in the first round of Champions League knockout fixtures, including Bayern Munich vs. Leverkusen. Celtic came close to knocking out Bayern Munich in the playoff round, but Vincent Kompany's side survived to earn a chance to face off against their domestic rivals.
If you want to watch Bayern Munich vs. Leverkusen in the Champions League from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Bayern Munich vs. Leverkusen?Bayern Munich vs. Leverkusen in the Champions League kicks off at 8 p.m. GMT on March 5. This fixture takes place at the Allianz Arena.
How to watch Bayern Munich vs. Leverkusen for freeBayern Munich vs. Leverkusen is available to live stream for free on Virgin Media Player.
Virgin Media Player is geo-restricted to Ireland, but anyone 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 Ireland, meaning you can unblock Virgin Media Player to stream the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Bayern Munich vs. Leverkusen for free 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 Ireland
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Watch Bayern Munich vs. Leverkusen 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 access free live streams of the Champions League without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Bayern Munich vs. Leverkusen (plus more Champions League fixtures) before recovering your investment.
What is the best VPN for Virgin Media Player?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on Virgin Media Player, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including Ireland
Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more
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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 Bayern Munich vs. Leverkusen in the Champions League for free with ExpressVPN.
TL;DR: Live stream Feyenoord vs. Inter Milan in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The Champions League's first knockout round includes some really interesting matchups, including Feyenoord vs. Inter Milan. Sure, there are probably more glamorous matchups, but this two-legged fixture is really difficult to call. Feyenoord have already dumped AC Milan out of the competition. Could they do the same to the blue half of Milan?
If you want to watch Feyenoord vs. Inter Milan in the Champions League from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Feyenoord vs. Inter Milan?Feyenoord vs. Inter Milan in the Champions League kicks off at 5:45 p.m. GMT on March 5. This fixture takes place at De Kuip.
How to watch Feyenoord vs. Inter Milan for freeFeyenoord vs. Inter Milan is available to live stream for free on Virgin Media Player.
Virgin Media Player is geo-restricted to Ireland, but anyone 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 Ireland, meaning you can unblock Virgin Media Player to stream the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Feyenoord vs. Inter Milan for free 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 Ireland
Visit Virgin Media Player
Watch Feyenoord vs. Inter Milan 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 access free live streams of the Champions League without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Feyenoord vs. Inter Milan (plus more Champions League fixtures) before recovering your investment.
What is the best VPN for Virgin Media Player?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on Virgin Media Player, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including Ireland
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 Feyenoord vs. Inter Milan in the Champions League for free with ExpressVPN.
TL;DR: Live stream South Africa vs. New Zealand in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy final is looming large on the horizon, but there's only one spot left in this showpiece event. South Africa came out on top in Group B, and now they face off against New Zealand in the second semi final of the tournament.
If you want to watch South Africa vs. New Zealand in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is South Africa vs. New Zealand?South Africa vs. New Zealand in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy starts at 4 a.m. ET on March 5. This ODI takes place at the Gaddafi Stadium.
How to watch South Africa vs. New Zealand for freeThe following platforms are offering coverage of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy:
Australia — Prime Video (free with 30-day trial)
India — Disney+ Hotstar
New Zealand — Sky TV NZ
UK — Sky Sports
The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy is available to live stream for free in Pakistan. The free streaming platforms are geo-restricted to Pakistan, but anyone can access these free live streams with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Pakistan, meaning you can unblock free live streams of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy from anywhere in the world.
Live stream the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy for free 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 Pakistan
Live stream South Africa vs. New Zealand 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 access free live streams of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream South Africa vs. New Zealand (plus the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy final) before recovering your investment.
What is the best VPN for live sport?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including Pakistan
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 South Africa vs. New Zealand in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy for free with ExpressVPN.
TL;DR: Live stream PSG vs. Liverpool in the Champions League for free on RTÉ Player. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The Champions League playoff round produced some really tense matchups, with late goals deciding the result. That was not the case with PSG vs. Brest. The French champions won the second leg 7-0 to secure a 10-0 aggregate victory. That's about as easy as it gets.
It's probably not going to be that straightforward in the first knockout round, because PSG have been drawn against Liverpool in what is arguably the matchup of the round. Liverpool are flying domestically and in Europe this season. PSG will need to deliver an impressive performance to take anything from this game.
If you want to watch PSG vs. Liverpool in the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is PSG vs. Liverpool?PSG vs. Liverpool in the Champions League kicks off at 8 p.m. GMT on March 5. This fixture takes place at the Parc des Princes.
How to watch PSG vs. Liverpool for freePSG vs. Liverpool is available to live stream for free on RTÉ Player.
RTÉ Player is geo-restricted to Ireland, 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 Ireland, meaning you can unblock free live streams of the Champions League from anywhere in the world.
Live stream PSG vs. Liverpool on RTÉ Player 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 Ireland
Sign in to RTÉ Player
Watch PSG vs. Liverpool 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 access free live streams of the Champions League without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream PSG vs. Liverpool (plus more Champions League fixtures) before recovering your investment.
What is the best VPN for RTÉ Player?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on RTÉ Player, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including Ireland
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 PSG vs. Liverpool in the Champions League for free with ExpressVPN.
This content originally appeared on Mashable for a US audience and has been adapted for the UK audience.
We're living in a high-definition, super-connected world. It makes sense that 4K smart TVs are now the expected standard for streaming from your favourite apps, up-to-date to gaming, and accessing a whole host of tech-savvy features. Not to mention the fact that 4K resolution looks absolutely incredible across a 50-inch (or bigger) screen.
Let's put it another way: You need a TV that’s up to the task of keeping you entertained while also keeping pace with the latest innovations. But one that comes at a price that suits you, of course. Thankfully, there's no shortage of choice when it comes to 4K TVs. The top manufacturers, such as Samsung and LG, update their smart TV ranges pretty much every year. There's never a bad time to upgrade.
But with an ever-growing selection of TV brands, not to mention all the head-spinning terminology, choosing a new 4K TV isn't always straightforward. If you want the latest spec — and a model that won't look out of date after a few months — it can be hard to navigate. After all, it wasn't so long ago that Full HD was the sharpest resolution on the block. Now it's budget level.
To help put you in the picture, we've pulled together some helpful information and a selection of the best 4K TVs available right now.
What resolution is 4K?The futuristic sounding 4K is another way of saying ultra-high definition. A 4K TV display has at least 8 million active pixels. That’s a standardised resolution of 3,840 x 2,160 — four times the resolution of the HD standard of 1080p. Top branded TVs will also do a great job of upscaling regular HD and SD content so it looks as polished as possible on your 4K display.
How big are 4K TVs?When it comes to 4K, bigger is indeed better. And why not? A bigger screen makes sense to get the most out of the 4K quality — and to set these TVs apart from smartphones and small devices, which we increasingly use to watch HD content. The smallest size in 4K is usually 48 inches, going up to 55, 65, 75, and even 80+ inch screens. The screen size is measured diagonally, from corner to corner.
How much do 4K TVs cost?This very much depends on the spec and manufacturer. It’s possible to find basic (but good quality) models around the £400 mark. You might be surprised to find that for TVs that offer multiple screen sizes, there isn’t a huge price difference between 48 and 65-inch models. It’s when you go past 80 inches that the prices really start to go up.
What’s better, OLED or QLED?OLED and QLED are the panel technologies behind premium 4K screens. OLED stands for Organic Light Emitting Diode. It uses a carbon-based film between two conductors that emits its own light when electric current is passed through. This creates a “self-emissive” display, as the OLED panel generates light without needing to use a backlight (as used by LCD displays). Its pixels are individually lit.
OLED has whiter whites, because the panel lights itself, and blacker blacks, because the pixels turn off entirely without using a backlight. OLED prevents “hotpsots” (overly bright areas) and “blooming” (when lighter images bleed into dark patches).
QLED stands for Quantum-dot Light Emitting Diode. Championed by Samsung — the world’s biggest manufacturer of televisions — QLED is a type of LCD panel technology. It uses an LCD backlight and quantum dot colour filter that boosts colour and contrast. QLED is renowned for delivering a brighter picture than OLED — which is especially useful if you’re watching in a brightly-lit room. Samsung also has its own version called Neo QLED, which replaces usual LED diodes with ever smaller "mini" LEDs.
What is the best 4K TV for gaming?If you’re planning on connecting a TV to a PS5 or Xbox Series X, there are features to look out for. Make sure it has HDMI 2.1 ports, which deliver better bandwidth, higher resolution, and higher frame rates. A gaming-friendly TV will also support eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel), ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode), 4K@120Hz (High Frame Rate), HGiG tone-mapping, and VRR (Variable Refresh Rate).
What is the best 4K TV?We've searched the internet for some of the best 4K TVs. Maybe you're looking for pure power, or maybe you're on a tight budget. No matter what you're looking for, there should be something for you in this list. These 4K TVs are truly eye-popping.
These are the best 4K TVs in 2025.
Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.
Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.
If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for the latest Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections Sports Edition?The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.
Tweet may have been deletedEach puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.
If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.
Tweet may have been deletedPlayers can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.
Here's a hint for today's Connections Sports Edition categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: Carried onto the green
Green: Related to the NCAA basketball tournament
Blue: Released by the biggest sportswear company
Purple: Share a second word
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Golf accessories
Green: Associated with March Madness
Blue: Nike shoes
Purple: ______ time
Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.
Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.
Drumroll, please!
The solution to today's Connections Sports Edition #163 is...
What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition todayGolf accessories - BAG, GLOVE, HEADCOVER, RANGEFINDER
Associated with March Madness - BRACKET, BUBBLE, CINDERELLA, SEED
Nike shoes - BLAZER, DUNK, PEGASUS, SHOX
______ time - FULL, HANG, PRIME, TEE
Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.
If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.
Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.
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