Available for newer Samsung Galaxy and iPhones models, castAway is a phone case that also adds a second screen. Read more…
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Launching a new streaming device in 2019 requires ticking a few boxes if you want consumers to purchase it. Top of the list is support for all the major streaming services, a feature Verizon seems to have overlooked for its new Stream TV device.
As 9To5Google reports, Verizon just launched its Verizon Stream TV. The little black box is free if you are a Verizon 5G Home subscriber, but if you want more than one, each additional box costs $69.99. In return, Verizon is offering 4K streaming and access to the Google Assistant.
There’s a question mark over why you would spend $70 on this device when other 4K streaming hardware can be picked up for far less. A good example is the Roku Premiere, which costs $40. But the real kicker for anyone hooking up the Stream TV is a complete lack of support for Netflix. Read more…
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Black Friday is upon us, and amidst all the chaos, we’re serving up five big tips to get the most for your money!
Follow all of Mashable’s Black Friday coverage here. Read more…
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Information about our health is supposed to be sacred, but the internet has basically thrown that tenet of society out the window.
A new report from the Financial Times has found that the extent to which consumer medical websites share data with internet advertisers like Google, Facebook, and others, is vast. The report specifically looked at UK websites, and there is no concrete indication that this is the case for the U.S. However, the revelation about health data’s place in the advertising information ecosystem is still revealing no matter the country: When you search websites like WebMD, advertisers know about it and can use that data to build upon what they know about you, and sell you things. Read more…
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The feature will allow users to “follow” particular interests, and then show users top tweets related to the topic. Read more…
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The 40-year-old singer and “Voice” judge was recently crowned by “People.” As such, Legend’s wife, who has a large presence on Twitter, took to her account to give her thoughts on Legend’s accomplishment. Read more…
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The bug, on the most recent update of Facebook, appears to activate the camera once a photo or video is opened. Facebook is currently working to fix the issue. Read more…
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Dating is terrible as it is, but when you’re a cannabis consumer, things can get a little but complicated.
Say you’re on a first date and everything is going very well. You have genuine chemistry and a good rapport with your date, you have the same taste in movies and TV shows, and then you mention you like to smoke a joint or two after work.
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Suddenly, everything gets awkward because cannabis still has a negative stigma in some circles of society (despite the fact that it’s been decriminalized in a handful of states across the country.) If only there was a way to meet singles who share your passions. Lucky for you, there are unique dating sites designed specifically for finding other people who smoke weed. If you’re more into the mainstream dating sites (we’re looking at you Match and Zoosk), then there are some things you can do to ensure you’ve established some common ground right off the bat. Hey, you might even meet that special someone who wants nothing more than to share a spliff with you. Read more…
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BEST ALL-ENCOMPASSING SERVICE
Match
The OG dating site that’s open to anyone and everyone.
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MOST POPULAR
High There!
High There! boasts the largest user base of cannabis dating apps, and it’s free.
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BEST DATING SITE FOR EVERYONE
OkCupid
OkCupid lets you search using terms like “420,” and everyone’s on it.
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BEST FOR THE ECCENTRIC DATER
420 Singles
420 Singles is easy to use and mostly free, but start by choosing either the app or desktop versions, because they’re completely separate.
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BEST FOR MEDICINAL USERS
My 420 Mate
It’s not totally free like some other services, but My 420 Mate does feature some matchmaking tech.
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BEST FOR THOSE DEEP INTO THE LIFESTYLE
Date 420 Friendly
It isn’t free and doesn’t have an app, but Date 420 Friendly does have events, games, and even job listings.
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BEST ALTERNATIVE TO TRADITIONAL DATING APPS
Zoosk
Zoosk has a large user base and the ability to save searches, but appears to have a lot of fake or inactive profiles, and is pricey.
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BEST FOR A HOOKUP
AdultFriendFinder
If you’re just looking for some fun, this is the place (don’t mind the terrible site layout).
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BEST FOR LONG-DISTANCE FLIRTATIONSHIPS
iHookup
You’re not going to find more than a long-distance sexting partner, but if that’s what you’re looking for, use iHookup.
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BEST FOR CLASSY CANNABIS CONSUMERS
Highly Devoted
Highly Devoted takes a personalized approach, interviewing you several times to help find your match. It’s cool, but it will cost you.
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BEST FOR RELATIONSHIPS
Hinge
If you’re looking for a relationship, Hinge’s 3-month free trial should tell you what you need to know.
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BEST FREE OPTION FOR THE CASUAL DATER
Plenty of Fish
While POF wasn’t built as a 420 dating site, there’s a large cannabis-friendly membership and even IRL meetups.
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BEST FOR FINDING FRIENDS
Social High
While Social High is more of a community/friends app than a dating one, it still has dating features.
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BEST FOR PICKY DATERS
EliteSingles
If you’re more of the picky type and want to find more mature, serious relationships, EliteSingles isn’t a bad start (probably not as many weed fans on here, though).
In the modern age of the internet, there are ways to watch movies for free that are completely legal. Yes, you read that correctly. There’s no need to visit any shady sites or jump around YouTube in order to watch free movies.
Free (and legal) movies are waiting for you only a few clicks away, and there’s a pretty easy hack to get you there. It all hinges on one crucial step: Get creative with utilizing free trials, and you’ll have hundreds of free movies right at your fingertips.
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Almost every movie streaming service offers new subscribers a free trial period to “try before you buy.” Taking a test run on a streaming service is the best way to know if it’s a good fit for you and your individual movie tastes. Of course, eventually you’ll run out of free trials, but the idea is to use these free trials to shop around so you can find the streaming service that you truly love — and don’t mind paying for. Read more…
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BEST FOR ORIGINALS
Netflix
You can cram a lot of movies into that 30-day free trial if you do it right.
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BEST FOR DISNEY FANATICS
Disney+
Since Disney pulled its movies and shows from other streaming platforms, Disney+ is the absolute best place to find everything Disney.
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BEST FOR DOCUMENTARIES
Hulu
Not just for TV anymore, there’s a surprisingly good selection of new movies.
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BEST FOR MORE THAN JUST MOVIES
Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Studios has produced more award nominated movies than Netflix.
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BEST FOR MATURE THEMES
HBO Now
We dare you to watch every single “Game of Thrones” episode during the 7-day free trial.
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BEST FOR FREE MOVIES
Crackle
A totally free video streaming service. The catch? You’ll have to watch ads.
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BEST FOR INDIE AND FOREIGN FILMS
Kanopy
All you need is a library card and you’ll get streaming access to 10 movies per month.
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BEST FOR WATCHING ONLINE
YouTube
Way more than just silly cat videos.
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BEST FOR COMEDIES
Showtime Anytime
Showtime Anytime unlocks just about everything found on Showtime.
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BEST FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
Starz
Plenty of options for the kids — then enough to keep you entertained once they’re in bed.
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BEST FOR WATCHING MOVIES FROM THE ’90S AND THE 2000S
VUDU
Rent, buy, or watch for free.
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BEST FOR ROKU USERS
Roku Channel
An easy way to get free movies if you already have a Roku device or account.
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BEST FOR EXPANDING YOUR MOVIE PALATE.
MUBI
This is a curated streaming service that focuses on indie and foreign arthouse films.
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Your entire life is on your phone, and that merits some basic privacy protections.
So ruled the United States District Court of Massachusetts on Nov. 12, declaring that Customs and Border Protection or ICE officials can no longer search the electronics of travelers at the border without individualized suspicion. In other words, it’s officially unconstitutional for authorities to seize and search your smartphone or laptop at the border just because they feel like it.
This, it should go without saying, is a good thing — a fact emphasized by EFF senior attorney Sophia Cope.
“This is a great day for travelers who now can cross the international border without fear that the government will, in the absence of any suspicion, ransack the extraordinarily sensitive information we all carry in our electronic devices,” observed Cope in an statement emailed to Mashable. Read more…
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