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Save $25: Crocs Baya clogs are now 50% off at Walmart. For $24.99, get a new pair of Crocs just in time for summer. At this price, you may as well pick up two pairs.

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$49.99 Save $25.00 Get Deal

With the warm weather finally here, toss your boots to the back of the closet and let your feet breathe. As you get ready to hit the beach or spend hours in the garden, a pair of Crocs Baya Clogs are the ultimate companion.

Normally $49.99, these Crocs are now $24.99 at Walmart. That's a major discount, slashing the price in half. They're available in 18 colors and a wide range of unisex sizes.

SEE ALSO: Gardening season is here — shop the best deals now

These lightweight, foam shoes are comfortable and supportive. The ventilation provides nice airflow since we all know things get a little sweaty in summer.

Plus, they're great water shoes. Wear them to the beach or pool, and the hole-y design drains out water rather than trapping it. If one of the shoes drops into the water, its buoyant, so you won't need to throw on goggles and go diving. Crocs also make great gardening shoes. After a day in the mud and dirt, hose off these durable clogs to wash grime away.

Get the Crocs Baya Clogs at Walmart for just $24.99 (save 50%).

Between the tear-jerking journey of super-sized episode "The Sign" and the jaw-dropping surprise at the end of the Season 3 finale, Bluey fans have been fretting that the beloved children's show is coming to an end. There certainly was a feeling of conclusion to those two episodes.

Thankfully, Disney+ has announced that a new slate of episodes will hit this summer. However, they won't be the standard seven-minute eps.

SEE ALSO: Why 'Bluey' is the ultimate kids' show for grownups

Bluey creator Joe Brumm — in conjunction with Ludo Studios — is offering 20 minisodes, which run from one minute to three minutes. Per Disney+'s press release:

The “Bluey Minisodes” highlight funny and sweet moments featuring Bluey and Bingo, leaning into playful interactions and games that further explore the characters and world of Bluey.

This is great news for kids who relish the show's charming tales of childhood, centered on dog sisters Bluey and Bingo alongside a playful pack of pups. For grown-ups who can't get enough of the Easter Eggs offering nuanced stories in the background of the kiddie antics (Brandy is pregnant! Winson's dad has found love! WHO IS BLUEY'S BABY DADDY?!), there will surely be new clues to pour over about our favorite canine characters.

Disney has also revealed exactly how big a hit "The Sign" was for the streaming service, sharing the 28-minute episode was "most-viewed Bluey and Disney Jr. episode premiere ever, with 10.4 million views," per Nielsen Streaming Content Ratings and Disney's internal data.

While these new minisodes are slated for July, it seems Disney would be game for longer form Bluey tales as well. And Brumm seems on board. Speaking to The Guardian about "The Sign," Brumm teased the possibility of a Bluey movie, saying, "I love the idea of doing something even longer, so we’ll see how this goes down. Maybe a movie, who knows? This is a good way to test the waters."

Bluey is now streaming on Disney+.

SAVE $70: The Beats Studio Buds are on sale for $79.95 at Amazon, down from their regular price of $149.95. That's a discount of 47% — and their lowest price ever.

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While Apple AirPods dominate the megabrand's assortment of headphones, the Beats Studio Buds (yes, the Beats line is owned by Apple) are a sneaky competitor in its line-up. Offering beautiful, deep bass, these earbuds are a great entry-level option for those who prioritize sound quality.

As of May 9, the Beats Studio Buds are on sale for $79.95 at Amazon, down from their regular price of $149.95. That's a discount of 47% — and a return to their lowest price ever. The last time these noise-canceling headphones dipped below $100 was in December. If you missed out then, now's your chance to score these savings. If you want some extra protection for your new buds, you can choose the bundle that includes two years of AppleCare+ for just $99.95.

SEE ALSO: The 5 best earbuds to buy in 2024

Mashable's Alex Perry reviewed the Beat Studio Buds, awarding them a Mashable Choice award and naming them "Apple's go-to entry-level earbuds." For Apple users, the Beats seamlessly fit into the ecosystem with simple pairing. The earbuds stay snug in the ear, with three different tips included to find the best fit. Perry noted that the entry-level AirPods pale in comparison to the Studio Buds when it comes to sound quality. The Beats deliver rich audio with two modes of listening: active noise cancellation and transparency modes.

These earbuds have about eight hours of battery life, but the self-charging case (which holds 24 hours of charge time) makes charging on the go a breeze.

Shop the Beats Studio Buds now for just $79.95.

SAVE $100: Score an Amazon Kindle Scribe (16GB) with Basic Pen for just $239.99, down from the usual price of $339.99. That's a 29% discount.

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The Amazon Kindle e-reader family is terrific for anyone who enjoys reading, with models to suit everyone's preferences and budget. Amazon's Book Sale officially kicks off on May 15, but the deals are already rolling in. Today's deals include a deep discount on one of our favorite Kindles.

As of May 9, the Amazon Kindle Scribe (16GB with Basic Pen) is on sale for $239.99, marked down from the typical price of $339.99. That's $100 off or a discount of 29%. This sale price matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

SEE ALSO: The best Kindles for every type of reader

Amazon has a range of Kindle e-readers on offer these days, but if you're looking for the model with the largest display, you'll want to grab the Kindle Scribe. With a 10.2-inch glare-free screen, the Scribe is twice as large as the Kindle Paperwhite. The display size means you can see two pages of a book side by side if you're reading in landscape mode.

The Scribe also gets bragging rights for the longest-lasting battery of any Kindle, getting weeks of life before needing to recharge.

But the Scribe is more than just a beautiful e-reader. The included Basic Pen allows you to take notes in the margins of books, create personal notes, make a daily to-do list, write a journal entry, or even sketch a drawing. Plus, the pen is battery-free, which means you'll never have to worry about it going dead or needing to recharge.

Our list of the best Kindles for every reader names the Kindle Scribe as the best option for taking notes. Whether you're reading the latest fiction hit or diving into a textbook for history class, take notes with the Scribe's sticky notes features which automatically save at that spot in the book, making them easy to review in the future.

Whether you're new to e-readers or upgrading to a model that can also take notes, today's deal on the Amazon Kindle Scribe allows you to read and take notes while also saving $100 — a smart move all around.

The prequel to "A Quiet Place" stars Lupita Nyong'o and Joseph Quinn as New York City citizens trying to escape the alien apocalypse.

It might not happen every day, but there's nothing more frustrating than our sweet, sweet technology failing us.

iPhones are no exception. If your screen is stuck on the Apple logo for a long time, or it prompts you to connect to your computer screen or simply tells you it's in recovery mode, then all you need to do is follow the steps below in order to recover and restore it.

SEE ALSO: How to set up Siri on your iPhone How to put your iPhone in recovery mode and restore it Total Time

• 15 mins

What You Need

• iPhone
• laptop or desktop computer

Step 1: Make sure your computer is up-to-date.

This is an important start! Get that Mac up to speed, and update Apple Devices or iTunes.

Step 2: Connect your iPhone to your computer.

Use either a USB-C Cable or USB-C to Lightning Cable.

Step 3: Open Finder, Apple Devices, or iTunes.

If you're on Mac, use Finder. If you're on PC, open Apple Devices. If you don't have the Apple Devices app or are using an operating system older than macOS Mojave, open iTunes.

Step 4: Wait until the screen says "Connect to computer".

Step 5: Press the following buttons in the following order.

If you have an iPhone 8 or later, you need to quickly press volume up, then volume down, and then hold the side button until you see Connect to computer. (For 7th generation iPhones you'll need to hold the side button and the volume down button at the same time, while earlier iPhones require holding the side and Home buttons at the same time.)

Credit: Apple

Step 6: Locate your iPhone.

Once you've found your device, and if given the option, click Update (if Update isn't there, choose Restore instead). If your iPhone exits the Connect screen at any point, repeat Step 3 once the download is finished.

Step 7: Set up your iPhone.

Almost there! Once your Update/Restore is complete, it's time to set up your iPhone.

If you're looking for a guide on how to reset your iPhone, we've also got you covered.

Losing your internet connection when trying to navigate isn't a fun moment. Whether you're driving or walking to your destination, it can throw a spanner in the works.

But Google Maps offers a good hack: you can download offline maps to help you reach your location even if your phone has zero bars. This tool is perfect for when you've planned a trip ahead of time and know exactly where you're heading — or, if you want to be able to navigate a specific city. Downloading the map in advance is good insurance, especially in spotty WiFi zones.

SEE ALSO: 3 tips for using Google Maps more effectively, according to Google

Here's how to do it.

How to download Google Maps Total Time

• 5 min.

What You Need

• iPhone or Android
• Google Maps app

Step 1: Open the Google Maps app on your phone.

Step 2: Click on the profile icon at the top right of the screen.

Step 3: Choose "offline maps."

Credit: Meera Navlakha / Google Maps

Step 4: Click "select your own map".

Credit: Meera Navlakha / Google Maps

Step 5: Here, move your map to the area you want to download.

Google Maps will indicate how much storage the download will require depending on the size of the location.

Credit: Meera Navlakha / Google Maps

Step 6: Click "download".

Step 7: Bonus: you can also search for a specific city and click "download".

Credit: Screenshot / Google Maps.

Here's a few more tips and tricks for using Google Maps while you're at it.

The search for a rocky world swaddled in a protective atmosphere somewhere else in space has eluded scientists, but the James Webb Space Telescope has found a strong case.

Webb, the leading infrared observatory run by NASA and the European and Canadian space agencies, has taken a closer look at super-Earth 55 Cancri e, an exoplanet blanketed in either carbon dioxide or carbon monoxide just 41 light-years away.

But to call it an "Earth-like world" would be misleading. Discovered 13 years ago in the constellation Cancer, the planet seems to orbit so close to its star, its surface is probably lava. And because it's hugging the star so tightly, chances are it isn't rotating either, with one side in constant darkness.

Still, the discovery could be the best evidence scientists have found of a rocky planet's atmosphere outside Earth's own solar system. Such a finding, published in the journal Nature, bolsters experts' confidence that they'll eventually discover rocky worlds with hospitable atmospheres.

"Webb is pushing the frontiers of exoplanet characterization to rocky planets," said Renyu Hu, a researcher at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, in a statement. "It is truly enabling a new type of science."

SEE ALSO: Webb may have just found an Earth-like world with an atmosphere Tweet may have been deleted

When exoplanets cross in front of their host star, the star’s light is filtered through that atmosphere. Molecules within the atmosphere absorb certain light wavelengths, or colors, so by splitting the star’s light into its basic parts — a rainbow — astronomers can use Webb to detect what light segments are missing and discern the molecular makeup of an atmosphere.

Scientists have found signs of atmospheres surrounding many exoplanets over the past 20 years, but all of them have been gas giant planets, like Jupiter, with thick atmospheres mostly composed of hydrogen.

Knowing what's in another planet's atmosphere is important. NASA has playfully called Earth's own atmosphere its "security blanket": Without it, the type of life flourishing on the planet wouldn't exist. This cocoon holds oxygen in the air and filters out harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun, all while keeping our world warm and habitable. Furthermore, it creates pressure that allows liquid water to exist on Earth's surface.

NASA made a travel poster-inspired illustration of what the exoplanet 55 Cancri e might look like. Credit: NASA / JPL-Caltech illustration

The first sign that 55 Cancri e could have a substantial atmosphere came from temperature readings based on the infrared light it radiates. If the planet is covered in dark molten rock with no atmosphere — or a very thin one of vaporized rock — the side in constant light should be about 4,000 degrees Fahrenheit.

Instead, the researchers found a much lower temperature of about 2,800 degrees Fahrenheit.

"Webb is pushing the frontiers of exoplanet characterization to rocky planets," said Renyu Hu, a researcher at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Credit: NASA GSFC / CIL / Adriana Manrique Gutierrez illustration

"This is a very strong indication that energy is being distributed from the dayside to the nightside, most likely by a volatile-rich atmosphere," Hu said.

While 55 Cancri e would seem far too hot to support life as we know it, scientists think studying it could enhance their understanding of the primitive conditions of Earth, Venus, and Mars, which some believe were also once covered in magma oceans.

"Ultimately, we want to understand what conditions make it possible for a rocky planet to sustain a gas-rich atmosphere: a key ingredient for a habitable planet,” Hu said.

Apple's new iPad Pro 2024 is out, and it's beautiful, thin, powerful...but if you look very closely, you'll notice that some features are missing. Even a couple of pretty big ones.

We're not just talking about our wish list (yes, I'd very much like to see more USB-C ports). No, there are some features and options that were there in the 2022 iPad Pro but were taken away from the new one. Let's dive in.

SEE ALSO: iPad Pro 2024 hands-on: How the new 'nano-texture glass' looks next to one without it No ultra-wide camera New iPad Pro on the left, old iPad Pro on the right. Credit: Apple

This is a pretty big one, and an unusual move for Apple. The 2022 iPad Pro came with dual cameras on the back — a 12-megapixel wide camera, and a 10-megapixel ultra-wide camera. On the 2024 version of the iPad Pro, the ultra-wide camera is gone.

We suspect that the ultra-wide camera wasn't utilized very much, and most people probably won't notice that it's gone. But it does feel like a (pretty big) downgrade. Hey, at least owners of the old iPad Pro can brag about their device being better than the new one in this regard!

SEE ALSO: 12.9-inch Apple iPad Pro (2022) review: Powerful, but still just a tablet No physical SIM slot

There's no physical SIM slot on the Cellular version of the new iPad Pro, only an eSIM. Again, most users won't have a problem with this one, and it's probably one of the cuts Apple had to do to make the new iPad Pro the thinnest iPad ever, but if you do need a physical SIM slot, it's a bummer.

Only four mics We're not sure if it'll make much of a difference, but the new iPad Pro has one mic less than the old one. Credit: Apple

Yes, the 2024 iPad Pro has only four "studio-quality microphones," whereas the 2022 had five. Another thing I'll constantly mention while proudly showing off my old iPad Pro.

"Hear that crystal quality audio? That's the fifth mic doing the work."

No stickers in the box

This one has to do with saving the environment: You don't get an Apple logo sticker with the new iPad Pro. Getting an Apple sticker you can stick on the back of your car and thus show off your nerdiness to the world is a long-standing Apple tradition, though, and we're a bit sad to see it go.

No Always On display

There's no two ways about it: The new, Ultra Retina XDR OLED display on the iPad Pro 2024 appears to be a massive improvement on the last version's display, and perhaps even any display on a portable device out there.

There's one thing that irks us, though. The new display has ProMotion tech allowing for adaptive refresh rates from 10Hz to 120Hz, but unlike the iPhone 15 Pro, it doesn't have an Always On display option. Personally, I find Always On on my phone too distracting, but the option might be nice to have on the iPad Pro's large display, perhaps for displaying calendar, weather, and other glanceable information. In any case, you can't have it, because the option just isn't there. Maybe next time.

No Smart Keyboard Folio If you want a thin and light keyboard for your iPad Pro 2024, you'll have to look elsewhere. Credit: Apple

The new iPad Pro got a new Magic Keyboard, but it lost Apple's other keyboard option: Smart Keyboard Folio. Per Apple's spec sheet, the new iPad isn't compatible with the old Smart Keyboard Folio, and the company didn't launch a new one so...tough luck.

This one stings even harder given how thin and light the iPad Pro 2024 is. It would make sense to have a super-thin and super-light portable keyboard to match, but Apple only offers the fairly bulky Magic Keyboard. Fortunately, there will probably be plenty of third-party keyboards for the iPad Pro soon.

The 2024 iPad Pro's now available for preorder. But it's not the only new Apple tablet leaving out features — here's what's missing from the iPad Air 2024.

Political parties and their candidates are turning to the power of TikTok as election season looms. That includes President Joe Biden's re-election campaign and now, MAGA Inc, Donald Trump's main super PAC.

MAGA Inc. launched its TikTok account (@maga) on May 8, posting content directly targeting Biden and the Democratic Party, posted by members of the main political action committee backing Trump. The first few videos attacked Biden's economic policies and deemed independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. a "radical leftist".

About 18 hours after @maga's first TikTok post, the account holds less than 500 followers.

SEE ALSO: Stephen Colbert breaks down Trump's shifting stance on abortion

MAGA, or "Make America Great Again", is a long-standing political phrase that has been increasingly attributed to Trump in the wake of the 2016 elections. The former president utilized the phrase as a campaign slogan, leading to a social media movement of sorts and the popularization of the hashtag #MAGA. In 2022, MAGA Inc. was formed to back Trump.

"MAGA INC will not cede any platform to Joe Biden and the Democrats who are trying to destroy our country," said Taylor Budowich, CEO of MAGA Inc., on X, formerly known as Twitter. "We will ensure President Trump’s America First agenda is brought to every corner of the internet and every precinct of this country."

The group's decision to join TikTok comes at a contentious time. Last month, President Biden signed a bill that will effectively ban TikTok in the U.S., unless its parent company ByteDance divests from the app.

Trump unsuccessfully attempted to ban TikTok during his time in office, describing the app as a threat to national security. "We'll either close up TikTok in this country for security reasons or it'll be sold," Trump said at the time. Since, the likely Republican candidate has now gone quiet on TikTok, blaming Biden for the potential ban and instead focusing on publicly admonishing social media rival Facebook.

The Biden campaign also continues to use TikTok in their re-election efforts.

TL;DR: Watch Wimbledon for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The Australian Open, French Open, and U.S. Open can all claim to be the biggest tennis tournament on the calendar, but Wimbledon simply has that special something.

Maybe it's the fast-paced nature of the grass courts, promoting a more aggressive serve and volley style of tennis. Maybe it's the crisp white outfits on display. Or maybe it's the copious amounts of champagne on offer for spectators. We don't know what makes Wimbledon so special, but it's got a mystique that's tough to beat.

If you're interested in watching Wimbledon 2024 for free from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.

What is Wimbledon?

The Wimbledon Championships (or just Wimbledon) is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and is regarded by many fans as the most prestigious of the bunch. It has been held at the All England Club in Wimbledon (London) since 1877, and is the only major played on outdoor grass courts.

The current singles champions are Carlos Alcaraz and Markéta Vondroušová.

When is Wimbledon in 2024?

Wimbledon 2024 will begin on July 1 and run until the men's singles final on July 14.

How to watch Wimbledon for free

The BBC will broadcast the action from Wimbledon daily on BBC One and BBC Two, with free live streaming also available on BBC iPlayer.

BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, 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 another country, meaning you can unblock free streaming sites like BBC iPlayer from anywhere in the world.

Stream Wimbledon for free from anywhere in the world by following this process:

1. Sign up for a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

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

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

4. Visit BBC iPlayer

5. Live stream Wimbledon 2024 from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer money-back guarantees and free trials. By leveraging these offers, you can unblock BBC iPlayer without committing with your cash. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it gives you plenty of time to stream Wimbledon 2024 before recovering your investment. This is a sneaky trick, but it works.

What is the best VPN for BBC iPlayer?

There are plenty of VPNs that can reliably unblock streaming sites from around the world, but ExpressVPN is tough to beat. ExpressVPN remains the top choice for streaming sport on sites like BBC iPlayer, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including the UK

• 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 streaming 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, saving you 49% on list price. This discounted plan includes an extra three months of coverage and a year of unlimited cloud backup for free. Subscribers also get a generous 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can watch Wimbledon and then get your money back after the tournament.

Watch Wimbledon for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

If you were concerned that you couldn't get in on the Apple AirPods craze with your Google Chromebook, don't worry — they're compatible via Bluetooth.

SEE ALSO: How to use only one AirPod

While AirPods are an Apple product, they can still connect to a Chromebook and other Bluetooth-enabled devices, like a Peloton bike. Follow these simple steps to connect your AirPods to your Chromebook:

How to connect AirPods to Chromebook Total Time

• 2 min

What You Need

• AirPods
• Chromebook

Step 1: Click the network icon in the bottom right hand corner of your screen.

This is located next to the battery and clock on your desktop.

Step 2: Make sure Bluetooth on your Chromebook is on.

You can do this by looking below where it says "Bluetooth." If your Bluetooth is off, click the arrow next to Bluetooth to turn it on.

Step 3: Click "Bluetooth" and your Chromebook will immediately start scanning for devices in the area to pair with.

If your AirPods don't immediately show up, hold down the button on the back of your AirPods case to make your device discoverable. Now your AirPods should show up under Bluetooth.

Step 4: Click on your AirPods under Bluetooth.

Once AirPods appear under Paired Devices, they are connected. Now you're free to go about your wireless listening.

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  This article was originally published in July 2021, was updated in March 2022, then again in May 2024..
  

TL;DR: As of May 6, get support with your résumé and more with a lifetime subscription to the Complete Resoume AI Assistant Résumé Writer for $39.99 (reg. $180) for a limited time.

Crafting an eye-catching résumé can be time-consuming, and truly showcasing your skills and experience can be a challenge. Now, you can get support creating a terrific résumé, cover letter, and portfolio to help you land that dream job. For a limited time, you can sign up for a lifetime subscription to the Complete Resoume AI Assistant for just $39.99, meaning you can access that support any time.

With this tool, you can avoid writer's block and endless tweaking. The AI assistant guides you through the résumé-creation process, helping you craft a polished and professional résumé tailored to your industry and career level in a matter of minutes. 

Choose from 20 professionally designed templates to find the perfect look for yours. You can even import your info from LinkedIn to save the time it would take to manually enter it.

Want a look that's more you? Change the font, color, and theme to reflect your professional personality. You can even include a profile picture to stand out and link your website and portfolio to give hiring managers an extra glimpse at your accomplishments. 

The AI assistant can give your CV a score based on the job description and show you how and where to improve it. You can also download a PDF version to print and take to your interview if you'd like to bring hard copies. And Resoume helps ensure your resume is ready for applicant tracking systems so you don't get rejected due to format issues.

Whether you're actively searching for a job or want to have this support tool ready just in case, this is an excellent opportunity to try AI résumé building.

Usually $180, you can get the Complete Resoume AI Assistant Résumé Writer on sale for $39.99 for a limited time, a 77% discount. And once you sign up, you'll have lifetime access.

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TL;DR: Through May 12, get help creating all types of content with a lifetime subscription to the IdeaAize All-in-One AI Tool while it's on sale for $69.99 (reg. $199.95).

Have you heard? Content is king. The internet is built on content, and for the creative professionals making it on tight deadlines, the quicker it's created, the better. If you could use some help creating your content, IdeaAize is an all-in-one AI content generator tool. This week, a lifetime subscription is currently on sale for $69.99 (reg. $199.95).

Content creation is part art and part science. From blog copy and vlog scripts to marketing materials and images to accompany it, this tool was made to be your go-to assistant for all things content. IdeaAize uses natural-language processing to create content that sounds realistically human.

If you need product descriptions on your site or backup with programmatic SEO, streamline the process with IdeaAize. You can also create AI voiceovers for your material, convert text to audio (and audio to text if necessary), and generate code. If your site could use some audience interaction, this platform allows you to build chatbots to assist with user-friendly tasks like answering frequently asked questions and providing support when you can't do it yourself.

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TL;DR: Through May 12, this lifetime subscription to FastestVPN covers up to ten devices and is on sale for just $31.97 (reg. $360).

In today's interconnected digital world, safeguarding your online privacy is a proactive measure that's simply par for the course. And lucky for all of us, there are tools available to make it easy. FastestVPN is a virtual private network (VPN) that creates a secure and anonymous connection over the internet. This week, a lifetime subscription is on sale for just $31.97 (reg. $360).

When you connect to a VPN server, all data transmitted between your device and the VPN server is encrypted. This encryption prevents unauthorized parties from accessing your data or identifying you, which is especially helpful when traveling and connecting to public networks. FastestVPN has more than 600 servers working in more than 41 countries for your convenience.

FastestVPN uses advanced encryption to keep security tight. It also features an ad-blocker, firewall, and anti-malware software. With a no-logging policy, you can rest assured that even FastestVPN doesn't have access to your information.

This service is made for zero-buffering while downloading and streaming via its fast P2P-optimized 10Gbps+ servers. The Smart Connect feature instantly connects you to the fastest server available, so your digital life isn't interrupted, an ideal feature if you do a lot of streaming.

It's compatible with a huge variety of different systems, including Windows, Mac, Android, iOS, Xbox, Apple TV, and more. You get access on up to ten devices for life with an internet kill switch and round-the-clock tech support. No matter how you access the internet — on your phone, tablet, computer, or all of the above — you can protect yourself with this lifetime subscription.

Take control of your digital privacy for life with this limited-time offer.

Again, a lifetime subscription to FastestVPN that covers up to ten devices is now on sale for just $31.97 (reg. $360) until May 12 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

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TL;DR: Live stream 24 Hours of Le Mans for free on ServusTV or L’Equipe TV. Access these free streaming platforms from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Gather round fans of motor racing, because one of the biggest events of the year is set to take place in France. So sit back, relax, and prepare yourself for probably the most famous endurance race in the world.

If you're interested in watching 24 Hours of Le Mans for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

What is 24 Hours of Le Mans?

Le Mans is an endurance race held annually near the town of Le Mans, France. It's the world's oldest active endurance racing event, and unlike fixed-distance races, Le Mans is won by the car that covers the greatest distance in 24 hours.

When is 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2024?

The 2024 24 Hours of Le Mans is the 92nd Grand Prix of Endurance. This year's event is scheduled to take place on June 15-16 at the Circuit de la Sarthe in Le Mans, France.

How to watch 24 Hours of Le Mans for free

The good news is that you can stream all the action from 24 Hours of Le Mans for free on these platforms:

• Austria — ServusTV

• France — L’Equipe TV

ServusTV and L’Equipe TV are geo-restricted to Austria and France respectively, which means you'll need to use a VPN to stream on these free platforms. VPNs can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Austria or France. This process makes it look like you're connecting from Austria or France, so you can access ServusTV or L’Equipe TV from anywhere in the world.

Unblock ServusTV and L’Equipe TV by following these simple steps:

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3. Open up the app and connect to a server in Austria or France

4. Connect to ServusTV or L’Equipe TV

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading services do tend to offer pretty generous money-back guarantees. By using these offers, you can unblock ServusTV and L’Equipe TV without fully committing with your cash. This clearly isn't a long-term solution to free streaming, but it does give you the opportunity to stream 24 Hours of Le Mans before recovering your investment.

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ExpressVPN is the best service for unblocking streaming sites from around the world, for a number of reasons:

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• 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. You can sign up to watch Le Mans and then recover your investment without hassle after the race.

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Let's do a Rabbit R1 vs. Meta AI (via Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses) face-off. I mean, why not, right? Both claim to offer the best on-the-go AI assistant, so let's put them to the test.

The Rabbit R1 hit the scene with a lot of hype, particularly when it got showcased at CES 2024. Personally, I didn't understand the hullabaloo over this electric-orange gadget — and I still don't. But you may be surprised how its Perplexity-based AI stacks up against rivals.

And then we have the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, which feature Meta AI. The question is, which is better? To do this face-off justice, not only will I compare their AI capabilities, but I'll dive into a comparative analysis on all aspects, including price, design, and more.

SEE ALSO: Rabbit R1 review: I can't believe this bunny took my money Rabbit R1 vs. Meta AI (Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses): price and specs

The Rabbit R1 costs $199, but if you place an order now, it won't start shipping until June.

Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

It only comes in one configuration, featuring a loud, brash color called "Leuchtorange," with the following specs:

• MediaTek MT6765 processor

• 4GB of RAM

• 128GB of storage

• 2.88-inch touchscreen

• 8MP camera

• 2W speaker

• "Rabbit Hole" for accessing captures

The Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses I purchased sport the Wayfarer style and features matte-black frames and blue-violet light filter lenses.

The Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses have a starting price of $299 at Ray-Ban's official website, but keep in mind that the lenses cost me an additional $17, bringing the total to $316.

There's also a configuration with "Amber" lenses available. Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

It comes with the following specs:

• Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1

• 32GB of storage

• 12MP ultra-wide camera

• 2 open-ear speakers

• "Meta View" app for accessing photos/videos

Of course, one of these is the equivalent of a dumb Android phone running an app and the other is a pair of spectacles. Allow me to show you how they stack up in terms of design.

Winner: Rabbit R1

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The Rabbit R1 is one of the most conspicuous, eye-catching technological masterpieces that has hit the market this year, thanks to Teenage Engineering (a tech design company known for creating eye-catching gadgets).

The Rabbit R1 being used outside. The screen's pretty dim, no? Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

It's not a color I would have picked for myself if there were other options (I prefer more muted hues), but the electric tangerine-esque color that emanates from the Rabbit R1's chassis is pure visual candy.

With an undeniably cute bobbing bunny on the screen, it invigorated a sense of nostalgia, taking me back to my obsession with digital-pet pocket toys in the 90s, like my Tamagotchi or Digimon gadgets. Plus, it has a fidget toy vibe, too, with a scroll wheel that lets you navigate the UI, a shake-to-open-the-Settings-menu feature, and a functionality that brings up the virtual keyboard when you turn it to the side.

Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

The Rabbit R1's touchscreen capabilities unlocks when you enable keyboard, but for other interactions, you're limited to using the scroll wheel. Keep in mind that the scroll wheel lacks sensitivity. In other words, it takes several "rolls" to get from one option to another.

The Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, on the other hand, are, well, glasses. They're designed to be worn on your face. (One thing the Rabbit R1 lacks is having something that lets you attach it to your clothes or bag, so you're not carrying yet another gadget in your hands, but there are third-party cases that make this possible.)

Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

Despite being packed with a lot of tech, from a camera to dual speakers, the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses are light and comfortable to wear. You'll probably forget it's even on your face.

Winner: Rabbit R1

Rabbit R1 vs. Meta AI (Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses): photos and video

A popular question I often get is, "Can the Rabbit R1 take photos and videos?" The answer is technically no. It does have an 8MP camera, but it's not designed to take photos. Instead, the built-in shooter is for the Rabbit R1's "Vision" feature (a perk where the AI can give you descriptions of things by "seeing" them).

The Rabbit R1's "Vision feature" in action. Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

You can see the photo captures you took during your Rabbit R1 Vision sessions by visiting the Rabbit Hole, a companion website, but again, they're not meant for consumption. They're just there to help you look back into your AI conversation history.

As for videos, forget it. The Rabbit R1 doesn't take those at all.

The Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, on the other hand, are awesome for capturing photo-and-video capture. By tapping on the capture button on the right frame, you can take hands-free 12MP photos. (The downside, though, is that there's no viewfinder, so it's difficult to tell whether your subject is in frame.)

Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

It can record 1080p videos for up to 60 seconds at a time after you long-press the capture button. (You can also use your voice to capture photos and videos by invoking Meta AI).

You can livestream, too, but only with Meta property like Instagram and Facebook. You can find all of your content in the Meta View app when you're done.

No, the photos and footage won't be anywhere as good as what you can capture with the iPhone 15 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, but the advantage is that you can shoot things without even needing to use your hands.

Winner: Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses

Rabbit R1 vs. Meta AI (Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses): text and calling

Rabbit R1 cannot connect to your phone. As of this writing, the Rabbit R1 is not capable of texting and calling on your behalf. I did speak to a Rabbit rep about whether this feature is coming in the near future. They told me that this plan is in the works, but they don't have a timeline.

Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

The Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, on the other hand, can, indeed, make calls and send texts for you. I can say, for example, "Hey Meta, call Jason on WhatsApp." In response, Meta AI will say, "On WhatsApp, call Jason, right?" And in response to "Yup," WhatsApp calls my significant other.

I can ask it to send texts for me, too. For example, with the prompt, "Tell my mom I said 'Hi.'" In response, Meta AI will say, "Message to Mom on WhatsApp that says 'Hi,' right?" I say "Yes," and soon enough, it fires off a message to my mother.

Rabbit R1 vs. Meta (Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses): AI features

Both the Rabbit R1 and the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses can "identify" objects and make conjectures about them. However, the former does a better job at this via the Vision feature.

Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable Object identification

Behind a window, I pointed the Rabbit R1 at the Empire State Building in the distance while standing inside Mashable's office building.

To test its knowledge, I asked, "Can you tell me what you see?" It offered an elaborate response:

I can see the iconic Empire State Building in the background of the image. The skyline of the city is dominated by tall skyscrapers, with the Empire State Building standing out prominently against the clear blue sky.

Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

Using the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses to identify objects was trickier. Of course, spectacles don't have a viewfinder, so it's difficult to see whether your target object is in frame. Still, when I asked it, "Can you tell me what you see?", it accurately pointed out a "cityscape." To test it even further, I said, "Do you see that light-brown skyscraper in the background? It's the tallest of them all. Tell me which building this is."

To my surprise, Meta AI said, "That's the Empire State Building." But unlike the Rabbit R1, offered no superfluous details.

The Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses can identify the Empire State Building. Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

It's worth noting that Rabbit R1 snaps a photo before saving it to The Rabbit Hole, allowing you to look back at your conversation history (but only for the Vision feature.) Meta AI snaps a photo, too, but I haven't seen any photos nor conversations saved in the Meta View app.

Menu translation

As a frequent traveler, having a device that can, for example, translate a Spanish menu into English is a godsend. I tested both AI gadgets to see which can do a better job at this, and again, the Rabbit R1's viewfinder gave it an edge.

Watch below as I pulled up an online Spanish menu:

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The downside of the Rabbit R1 is that I needed to use a specific prompt for it to "understand" my request. The Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, on the other hand, understood my initial prompt, but some words were cut off from its "view," because, well, again, it's difficult to "see" what the spectacles are looking at.

At the end, though, both managed to give me an accurate Spanish-to-English translation based on the menu in front of them.

Recipe suggestions

I placed potatoes, a plantain, tumeric powder, and salt on a table. Next, I asked Rabbit R1 to suggest recipes for me based on what it "sees."

Rabbit R1 identifying food on the table. Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

As you can see from its response (sent to the Rabbit Hole), it correctly identified the food items and delved into recipe suggestions that made sense based on the snapshot.

Rabbit R1's recipe suggestions based on potatoes, a plantain, tumeric powder, sand salt. Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

The Rabbit R1 was always pretty good at this. Watch me testing it a few weeks ago with similar ingredients:

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The Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, however, was disappointing. With those same ingredients, it thought it was looking at eggs — not potatoes. Plus, it oddly spotted some pasta and cheese, which were not in the picture.

In response to asking for recipe suggestions, Meta AI said the following:

"I see eggs, cheese and pasta. Suggesting a simple, yet satisfying spaghetti carbonara recipe."

I can't believe I'm saying this, but the Rabbit R1 is the winner here.

Asking questions

Keep in mind that the best way to test AI devices is to ask both gadgets the same sizable swath of queries to determine which is most accurate. However, for the sake of time, I asked one:

I asked, "When is the next solar eclipse in New York City?"

Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

Both answers were somewhat inaccurate.

"The next solar eclipse visible in New York City will occur on April 8, 2024 around 3:25 p.m. with the moon covering up to 90% of the sun," Rabbit R1 said. "The partial eclipse will begin around 2:04 p.m. And skies will start to darken around 2:51 p.m., with lightening starting again by 3:58 p.m."

If I were to hop into a time machine and ask this question before April 8, this response would have been correct, but it looks like the Rabbit R1's knowledge base is slightly outdated because it's not tapping into au courant information.

Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

Meta AI, on the other hand, said the following: "The next solar eclipse visible in New York City will be a partial solar eclipse, and it will run 0 hours and 0 minutes, beginning at 0 a.m. and ending at 0 p.m."

Either Meta AI is taunting me, telling me that "never" is the answer —or there's simply a glitch in Meta AI's system.

Winner: Rabbit R1

Rabbit R1 vs. Meta AI (Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses): battery life

When I tested the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, they dropped to 16 percent when I came home from work at 7:30 p.m. Kicking my day off at about 10 a.m., I played music during my subway commute, asked Meta AI to launch two 15-minute calls, took several photos and videos, and more.

As such, you should still have some battery left at the end of the day, but not enough to last into the next day.

The Rabbit R1, on the other hand, had its battery life improve significantly after a major update. With light-to-medium usage, you could get two days out of the gadget. However, if you plan on playing a lot of music and using the Vision feature, you'll only get one day.

Surprisingly, Rabbit R1 has an edge when it comes to battery life.

Winner: Rabbit R1

The winner:

When it comes to the basics that every AI assistant should have, like texting and calling on your behalf, Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses have an edge over Rabbit R1. It can also take photos and record videos, whether you're using the capture button or your voice.

Finally, the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses have a more convenient design — it's like wearing ChatGPT on your face.

However, when it comes to AI, the Rabbit R1 surprisingly shined. Truthfully, I wasn't expecting that. Its object identification definitely has the edge over Meta AI. Still, both devices don't seem to be up to snuff yet. Neither one could answer the solar eclipse question.

To sum it up, neither Meta AI nor Rabbit R1 are ready for primetime, but if I had to choose a winner (for AI assistance only), the Rabbit R1 is victorious by a hair.

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TL;DR: Watch Punjab Kings vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL for free on JioCinema. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Fans are gearing up for the next fixture in the IPL. With just over two weeks to go, things are heating up as teams go head-to-head for a chance at the title. The latest fixture will see the Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru take to the pitch.

If you want to watch Punjab Kings vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru for free from anywhere in the world, look no further, we have all the information you need.

When is Punjab Kings vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru?

Punjab Kings vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru starts at 3 p.m. BST on May 9. This fixture will be played at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala, India.

How to watch Punjab Kings vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru for free

To find free live streams of the IPL, head over to JioCinema. On the app, you can find live streams of every IPL cricket match this season in 4K resolution.

JioCinema is geo-restricted to India, but anyone can access this free streaming service by using a VPN. A VPN hides your real IP address (digital location) and connects you to a secure server in India, meaning you can access JioCinema from anywhere in the world.

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Imagine The X-Files with religious trauma and you've got Evil, the best show you're not watching. Look, we get why it's been off your radar. It was on CBS and then bounced to Paramount+ in a time when the streaming platform felt too baby to bother with. But now, Evil is reaching its long, dark claws into Season 4 (dropping May 23), and it's time you caught up. 

Why? When there's so much to watch and so little time? Here are eight reasons why you need to be watching Evil. Besides, with the show's first two seasons now on Netflix, it's easier to dive in than ever before.

1. Evil is like The X-Files but with demons. Sparks fly between David and Kristen. Credit: Elizabeth Fisher / CBS / Paramount+

Instead of UFO–obsessed Agent Mulder trying to convince skeptical Agent Scully, Evil offers vision-having priest-in-training David Acosta (Mike Colter) trying to convince lapsed Catholic and fiercely rational therapist Kristen Bouchard (Katja Herbers) that the devil is in the details. And you'd better believe in between exorcisms and fierce debates about mental illness and demonic possession, there's throbbing hot sexual tension! Sure, sure, she is married and he's very nearly a priest, but her hubby Andy (Patrick Brammall) is far away on a long mountain-climbing trek, and his calling from God doesn't mean David doesn't experience urges. Can they resist temptation or will they Benedetta it up?! 

SEE ALSO: The stars of 'Evil' reveal what it is like working with the show's demons 2. Everyone on Evil is hot as hell. "Evil"s sexy Scooby Gang. Credit: Elizabeth Fisher / CBS / Paramount+

Colter is a broad-shouldered hunk. Herbers is a no-nonsense knockout. Rounding out their Scooby Gang is Aasif Mandvi as tech expert Ben Shakir, who brings smirking swagger to the New York City-set series.

Admittedly, the show's primary lustiness is very invested in Kristen and David's undeniable sexual tension. But Season 2 gives Ben a love interest (Nicole Shalhoub), who is not only smoking hot but also has a bit of evil twin baggage that is next-level fascinating.

Adding more smoke to the show is Christine Lahti as Kristen's mother Sheryl Luria, a rocking GILF who is basically New York City's answer to Blanche Devereaux.

3. Evil's monsters of the week are reliably spine-tingling.  Meet Eddie. Credit: Elizabeth Fisher / CBS / Paramount+

Over the course of Season 1-3, Evil introduces a batch of recurring demons, some of who plague individual characters, all of whom are brought to vivid life with incredible practical effects make-up. But night terror demon George and his friends are just the tip of the scary iceberg. Joining in on the fun are kid-taunting ghosts, marauding figures of local legend, internet bogeymen, and Michael Emerson as the series' ghoulishly amusing antagonist, Leland Townsend.

If you're not sure Evil is for you, try out "E is for Elevator," episode 4 in Season 2. Here, an NYC urban legend promises a trip to hell, and one of our heroes gets up close and personal with a nightmare that becomes real. Full disclosure: I paused this episode in the middle to turn on all the lights in my home. That is how damn creepy it is.

4. Evil tackles current events and real malevolence too. Leland showing all the respect he holds for the church. Credit: Elizabeth Fisher / CBS / Paramount+

Beyond its masterfully made monsters of the week, Evil also uncovers horrific real-world issues, like the dehumanizing treatment of delivery workers under capitalism, the anti-Black racism within the U.S. healthcare system, and the corruption of the police force. Because the show's cast of characters includes those who suffer from such injustices as well as those who profit from them, these topics are addressed with care and nuance, as opposed to coming off as try-hard "very special episode" vibes.

Basically, Evil recognizes that for marginalized groups who aren't protected by privilege, these evils aren't uncommon, which only makes them more horrifying.  

SEE ALSO: 10 scariest movies on Paramount+ to send a chill down your spine 5. It's way darker than you'd expect from CBS. Michael Emerson is a deranged delight as "Evil"s central antagonist. Credit: Elizabeth Fisher / CBS / Paramount+

Look, if you eye-rolled when the network that brought you How I Met Your Mother promised a sexy, iconoclastic procedural drama, I get it. But Paramount+ isn't playing by broadcast rules. Characters drop curse words, confront graphic violence, and engage in kinky sex. Admittedly, it doesn't get to Game of Thrones-levels of saucy debauchery, but it's plenty to keep Evil feeling fresh and daring. 

6. Evil's version of single-motherhood is scary accurate. The kids of "Evil" are frightfully real. Credit: Elizabeth Fisher / CBS / Paramount+

Technically, Kristen is not a single mom. But with her husband far away for long stretches of episodes, she basically is parenting her four daughters on her own.

These are not the plucky kiddos of sitcoms like Full House or Modern Family. Kristen's daughters are a deeply bonded and complex coven of kids. They clamor about their crowded Queens home. They shout over each other, argue full-throatedly, and deliver their own brand of sisterly justice. While their mom grapples with possible devils, they wrestle with demons of their own, from body insecurities and shallow influencers to peer pressure and online dangers.

To handle all this, Kristen must rely on her resilience, her mother's help (for better or for arguably evil), and a stock of margaritas in a can. We hear those canned cocktails are awful, but Kristen assures us "you get used to them."

7. Evil wields a wicked sense of humor.  Sister Andrea doesn't play nice. Credit: Elizabeth Fisher / CBS / Paramount+

As the skeptical tech expert, Aasif Mandvi brings a sharp-tongued sarcasm that makes for reliably funny one-liners. But he's not the show's soul source of humor.

Creators Michelle King and Robert King have baked irreverent humor into the series, through snide remarks and audacious visuals — including the reveal of Leland's version of a therapist, who is a full-on goat-headed demon.

Season 2 added new shades of comedy by bringing in cut-up character actress Andrea Martin as a snarky nun named Sister Andrea (naturally). For Season 3, this sister has been upped to series regular, and I can promise you she brings a sharp wit to her battles against Leland and his like.

Yet the funniest episode owes a debt to the likes of Buster Keaton and Charlie Chaplin. For a spooky and silly good time, check out Season 2, episode 7, "S is for Silence," in which the central trio visits a monastery, where a vow of silence is meant to cap chitchat — but can't stop belly laughs. 

8. Evil's long arc is impossible to predict. A dinner party you might want to skip. Credit: Elizabeth Fisher / CBS / Paramount+

Sure, sure, in the battle of good and evil, the mention of prophesied apocalypse is an inevitability. But amid the monsters and issues tackled week after week, Evil is building an overarching plotline that plays like a mafia drama about demons plotting to spawn the Antichrist.

There are families of demons at war with the Catholic Church, and they've got their clawed fingers in all sorts of bloody pies. But as new characters and strange twists turn this God squad's world upside down, it's impossible to know what will come next. And that, my fiendish friends, is all part of the fun. 

Evil Season 4 premieres on Paramount+ on May 23. Seasons 1-3 are now streaming on Paramount+.

Seasons 1 and 2 are also streaming on Netflix.

UPDATE: May. 8, 2024, 12:35 p.m. EDT This article has been updated to reflect the current options for streaming.

TL;DR: Access free live streams of Euro 2024 from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

We're approaching that beautiful time of year when the whole world seems to slow down and dedicate themselves to sport, in this case for Euro 2024. The best international sides in Europe are heading to Germany to compete for the trophy, with a selection of superstars on show including Kylian Mbappé, Harry Kane, and Kevin De Bruyne.

If you want to watch Euro 2024 for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

What is Euro 2024?

The 2024 UEFA European Football Championship (Euro 2024) is an international football tournament organised by UEFA. The tournament is comprised of 24 European men's national teams, with a group stage followed by knockout fixtures.

Italy are the defending champions, after beating England on penalties in the 2020 tournament final.

When is Euro 2024?

Euro 2024 is the 17th edition of the UEFA European Championship. This year's competition takes place from June 14 to July 14.

How to watch Euro 2024 for free

There are a number of free streaming platforms offering coverage of Euro 2024:

• Austria — ORF and ServusTV

• Belgium — RTBF and VRT

• France — 6play and TF1

• Germany — ARD, RTL, and ZDF

• Italy — RAI and TV8

• Norway — NRK

• Netherlands — NOS

• Spain — RTVE

• UK — BBC iPlayer and ITVX (recommended)

Don't panic if your location is not listed, because you can access free live streams from other countries with a VPN. These powerful tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to secure servers in other countries, meaning you can access these free streaming platforms from anywhere in the world.

Access free live streams of Euro 2024 by following these simple steps:

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4. Visit BBC iPlayer or ITVX (recommended)

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What is the best VPN for streaming sport?

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

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• 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.

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