Well, it's official: there are two new kids on the block. The new MacBook Pro M6 and the MacBook Pro with an OLED touchscreen are finally here. If you've been waiting to upgrade, or are looking to pick up your first-ever MacBook, now's the time to do it. Pre-orders are live, and we've even found a trick to help you save up to $1,400 on the OLED model.

As someone who owns a MacBook and uses one for work, and coincidentally tests the latest and greatest peripherals, I know that your setup isn't complete until you buy the right accessories. I couldn't get on with my work without my trusty mouse, keyboard, monitor, and other gadgets.

Whether you're after a new mechanical keyboard or even a touch-sensitive one whose keycaps double as a trackpad, a pair of earbuds, or need a USB-C dock for more connectivity, I've got you covered. I've rounded up what I believe are the best accessories (and gadgets) to make the most of your new MacBook Pro M6 or OLED.

New MacBook Pro pre-orders

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Netflix just added 30 movies and shows to kick off November 2026. Like many of the best streaming services, Netflix reliably kicks off a new month with a huge drop of movies and TV shows, and the world's biggest streamer isn't bucking that trend this month.

A major library refresh is always welcome, but it can lead to decision paralysis. After all, with so many options to consider, it would be easy to fall into the trap of spending more time scrolling than streaming.

That’s why I’ve put in the hard work for you and sorted through everything added to Netflix in November 2026, and picked out five movies and shows worthy of your watchlist.

My selections include the hilarious 2010s comedy "Bridesmaids," two movies released just a week apart, the intense war thriller "Fury," and the captivating psychological drama "Whiplash." And for those feeling nostalgia, I've got you; be sure to stream the '80s classic "Stand By Me."

Binge-watchers, I haven't forgotten about you either. "Rectify" seasons 1-4 have just found a new home on Netflix, and this slow-burn drama was critically acclaimed across its whole run for good reason.

Want to know more about my top picks? Let’s jump into the five Netflix movies and shows you need to watch to start your November right.

5 Netflix movies to stream right now

‘Bridesmaids’ (2011)

Genre: Comedy

What's it about? When the underachieving, thirtysomething Annie Walker (Kristen Wiig) is asked to be maid of honor for her lifelong best friend, Lillian (Maya Rudolph), she struggles with her own messy love life while also wrangling an eccentric group of bridesmaids, which includes Helen (Rose Byrne), who wants the maid of honor gig herself.

Why you should watch it: For starters, “Bridesmaids” is absolutely hilarious, but it was also a trailblazer. Released in the early 2010s, a period when male-led raunchy comedies were particularly popular, this Paul Feig flick proved that women can be just as funny, and also equally inappropriate (I'll warn you, there's potty humor aplenty). Melissa McCarthy even nabbed an Oscar nomination for her supporting role.

Stream "Bridesmaids" on Netflix now

‘Fury’ (2014)

Genre: War thriller

What's it about? In 1945, during the Allies' invasion of Germany, Don “Wardaddy” Collier (Brad Pitt) commands a Sherman tank nicknamed Fury. Alongside his crew of five fellow soldiers, they face overwhelming odds against enemies that are better-equipped as they head into Nazi territory and attempt to strike a decisive blow to turn the tide of war.

Why you should watch it: “Fury” is an intense war movie that really brings you into the heat of battle. Its tank-centric action scenes are exhilarating and well crafted. However, it’s the camaraderie and close brotherhood of its cast that stands out the most. This is a great movie to watch on Netflix if you’re a fan of HBO’s acclaimed “Band of Brothers.”

Stream "Fury" on Netflix now

‘Whiplash’ (2014)

Genre: Psychological drama

What's it about? Andrew Neiman (Miles Teller) is a student at a prestigious music conservatory, drafted into the institution's top ensemble, conducted by the exacting Terence Fletcher (J.K. Simmons). Under Fletcher’s ruthless direction, Andrew is tormented and reaches a breaking point as his skills are pushed to their absolute limit.

Why you should watch it: Inspired by writer/director Damien Chazelle’s own experience in a competitive high school jazz band, “Whiplash” is a modern masterpiece. It’s an incredibly intense ride that builds to a genuinely note-perfect finale. J.K. Simmons steals every single scene with a memorizing performance that won the Oscar, SAG, Globe, BAFTA and Critics' Choice awards.

Stream "Whiplash" on Netflix now

‘Rectify’ seasons 1-4

Genre: Gothic drama

What's it about? Daniel Holden (Aden Young) has spent the last 19 years on death row for the murder of his girlfriend. When new evidence sees his conviction overturned, he returns to his hometown in Georgia and attempts to reintegrate into society. But that’s not so easy when there are ghosts around every corner, and many locals remain convinced of his guilt.

Why you should watch it: Critically acclaimed throughout its run, “Rectify” arrives in full on Netflix on November 1. You can binge-watch all four seasons; 30 episodes total. Critics praised the show for its performances, writing, and authentic portrayal of Southern culture. It’s very much a slow-burn drama, but stick with it, and you’ll be richly rewarded.

Stream "Rectify" seasons 1-4 on Netflix now

‘Stand by Me’ (1986)

Genre: Coming-of-age drama

What's it about? Based on Stephen King’s novella “The Body,” this small-town drama follows a day in the life of four adolescents living in (the fictional) Castle Rock, Oregon. Looking for something to do on a hot summer’s day, they head off into the woods to locate the dead body of a missing boy. This adventure proves to be life-defining for them all.

Why you should watch it: “Stand By Me” is a certified classic from the late, great Rob Reiner, and one of the most beloved coming-of-age movies of all time. With an all-star young cast — Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman and Kiefer Sutherland — it’s charming and relatable. And if you were wondering, yes, it does feature the iconic Ben E. King song.

Stream "Stand by Me" on Netflix now

Everything coming to Netflix on November 1

Here's the full list of all 30 movies and shows that arrived on Netflix to start this month:

• "100 días para enamorarnos" season 1
• "A Sudden Case of Christmas"
• "Air Force One"
• "Barbie in the Nutcracker"
• "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever"
• "Bridesmaids"
• "Cliffhanger"
• "The Croods"
• "The Day After Tomorrow"
• "El Chema" season 1
• "Falsa identidad" seasons 1-2
• "Fury"
• "Ghosting: The Spirit of Christmas"
• "Happy’s Place" season 2
• "Insidious: Chapter 2"
• "Insidious: Chapter 3"
• "Looper"
• "Mistletoe Murders" seasons 1-2
• "The Mummy"
• "No Sleep 'Til Christmas"
• "Public Enemies"
• "Rectify" seasons 1-4
• "The Red Road" seasons 1-2
• "Resident Evil"
• "Resident Evil: Apocalypse"
• "Richard Jewell"
• "Same Time, Next Christmas"
• "Stand by Me"
• "Weekend at Bernie's"
• "Whiplash"

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We're less than a month away from Black Friday, the biggest sales event of the year. If you've been waiting to pick up one of the best drones come November, I have some good news: you don't need to wait any longer, as some of my favorite quadcopters are already on sale.

I test drones for a living (I know, it's very cool), and I've been keeping an eye on outlets like Adorama and Amazon to see if any deals pop up. And they have! I've found five DJI deals that are actually worth your time and money. For instance, the DJI Avata 360 bundle is nearly $120 off at Adorama right now, and this drone is the ultimate content creation tool.

If you're a beginner, though, and need a drone for capturing candid moments, the DJI Neo is 15% off at Amazon. It's the easiest drone to fly and you can use it hands-free, too. For professional and commercial videographers, the DJI Mavic 4 Pro Fly More Combo is $200 off at Amazon, too.

There's more where that came from. Here are five DJI drones that are currently discounted, and that you should grab before the Black Friday rush.

Quick links

• DJI Mini 3 bundle: was $753 now $489 @ Adorama
• DJI Avata 360 bundle: was $832 now $719 @ Adorama
• DJI Neo 2 bundle: was $298 now $259 @ Adorama
• DJI Neo: was $199 now $169 @ Amazon
• DJI Mavic 4 Pro Fly More Combo: was $2,899 now $2,699 @ Amazon

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A new CNBC report describes how the language at the top of the industry is shifting. On their third-quarter earnings calls, Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg and Tesla and SpaceX’s Elon Musk traded “AI” for “super intelligence,” roughly a month after President Trump ordered federal agencies to replace the term artificial intelligence with super intelligence.

According to the report, The CEOs of Microsoft, Amazon and Alphabet stuck with “AI.” Whatever the motivation behind the swap — alignment with the White House, marketing, or genuine conviction — the word "superintelligence" deserves scrutiny, because it carries a promise that the people using it have every incentive to make sound inevitable.

Companies are free to pursue superintelligence, to spend heavily researching it and to explain why they think it’s within reach. But describing an ambition and demonstrating that you’ve reached it are different things, and readers deserve language that makes clear which one is on the table.

A bigger claim needs better evidence

Superintelligence generally describes AI that substantially exceeds human intellectual capabilities across a broad range of activities. That’s an enormous claim, far beyond being able to generate an essay quickly or outperform someone on a particular test.

The breadth is the point. A calculator can beat me at arithmetic without being more intelligent than a person in any meaningful sense, and an AI system that excels in one domain hasn’t thereby shown it can apply the same judgment everywhere else.

Before accepting the label, we should be asking what was measured, who evaluated the system and whether the results hold up outside the conditions chosen to demonstrate it. For that reason, it's understandable why some tech executives haven't started using the term.

I have a responsibility here, too. If an executive says their company is working toward superintelligence, my headline needs to make clear that it’s still a goal. A prediction about what AI might eventually do shouldn’t become a claim about what you can use today. Readers should be able to trust us to make that clear.

The word can change how much we trust AI

For someone deciding whether to rely on a chatbot, “superintelligence” can carry a consequential suggestion, that the system knows better than they do.

That could affect how carefully a person checks an answer, how much authority they give its advice or how willing they are to let it act on their behalf. The language encourages expectations that the technology then has to meet.

Useful AI doesn’t require that kind of promise; in other words, we know that it can make mistakes. In fact, there are clear labels on most chatbots now indicating that AI does, in fact, make mistakes. An assistant can help someone organize research or understand an unfamiliar document without being presented as intellectually superior to humanity.

Consumers need specific information about how well a product works, where it makes mistakes and what requires human review. “Superintelligence” supplies none of that on its own.

If anything, a grander claim should invite closer examination. A company asking us to believe it is approaching intelligence beyond human abilities should be prepared to explain how it would recognize that achievement — and how anyone outside the company could verify it.

Final thoughts

It's more important than ever to look at AI with extra scrutiny. And we can acknowledge progress without accepting every label.

Skepticism about the word doesn’t require dismissing the technology. AI can improve, become more useful and change the way people work while companies’ descriptions of it still deserve challenge.

We also shouldn’t treat the possibility of future superintelligence as proof of its arrival. Executives are entitled to make forecasts., but for readers paying for these products, the useful tests are concrete and unchanged — whether the tool does what you need, whether you can check its work, and whether it gives you enough control over what it does on your behalf. Calling it “super” answers none of those questions, and the company still has to show its work.

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​The mid-size SUV segment is one of the most crowded spaces in the automotive world, largely because these vehicles must carefully balance family hauling with everyday utility. The 2027 Volvo EX60 checks every box, made even more compelling by the fact that it’s an all-electric model offering up to 330 miles of range.

​After driving the 2027 Volvo EX60 P10 AWD for a week, I’m convinced it sets the benchmark for luxury electric SUVs. With an as-tested price of $68,745, it undercuts two of my favorite alternatives: the Audi Q6 e-tron and Rivian R2.

Inheriting much of the charm and punchy performance of the smaller EX30 — which happens to be one of the best electric cars I’ve tested all year — the EX60 easily proves it’s worth the price of admission. Here’s why.

2027 Volvo EX60 review: Specifications

2027 Volvo EX60 review: Testing summary

​I drove a total of 189.4 miles during my week’s worth of testing the 2027 Volvo EX60 P10 AWD, achieving an outstanding average efficiency of 4.1 mi/kWh. That doesn’t just make it one of the most efficient luxury EVs on the road — it easily outperforms similarly sized rivals like the Subaru Trailseeker, as well as three-row haulers like the Kia EV9 and Hyundai Ioniq 9. In fact, its energy consumption rivals much smaller crossovers like the Subaru Solterra and Toyota bZ.

​Where the EX60 truly shines is in low-speed, stop-and-go suburban driving. I recorded a peak short-distance efficiency of 5.43 mi/kWh, while highway cruising settled at an impressive 3.85 mi/kWh over long distances. Put simply: you'ill stretch your battery pack significantly farther between charges than in almost any competing mid-size luxury EV.

When it comes to charging, the EX60 features Tesla's NACS port for straightforward Level 3 DC fast charging at Tesla Superchargers. At home, plugging into a standard 120V Level 1 wall outlet yielded a charging rate of 5.34 miles per hour — the fastest Level 1 recovery speed I’ve tested to date. In practice, that meant adding roughly 50 miles of range back into the pack in just under 9.5 hours of overnight charging.

2027 Volvo EX60 review: What I like

The most efficient mid-size SUV I’ve tested

​I can’t overstate the EX60’s outstanding efficiency, largely because being frugal isn't what this segment is about. Most mid-size electric crossovers struggle to reach the 3 mi/kWh baseline I consider average, but the EX60 goes the distance by surging past 4 mi/kWh. That puts it in the same efficiency territory as aerodynamic sedans and smaller crossovers like the Lucid Air and Kia EV6.

​In the luxury EV space, dual-motor all-wheel-drive haulers are power hungry — and previously I've tested like the Audi Q6 e-tron and BMW iX xDrive45 prove how difficult that barrier is to break. Yet, the EX60 shatters expectations by achieving those figures despite packing a 503-horsepower dual-motor powertrain. Volvo just proved that compromise is no longer mandatory for a mid-size SUV.

Minimalist dashboard that works

​Volvo employs a distinctive design language that I find fascinating, standing in stark contrast to the over-the-top visual excess often found in Mercedes-Benz and BMW cabins. The Scandinavian-inspired design language Volvo carries over from its other EVs delivers what I call "silent luxury."

​Borrowing heavily from the playbook of the smaller EX30, the EX60 strips away dashboard clutter in favor of an open, airy aesthetic anchored by a crisp 15-inch curved OLED center display. Thoughtful packaging touches — such as a sliding center console that extends to reveal dual cupholders, paired with rich woven textile surfaces — further elevate the understated tone that gives the cabin a calming look and feel.

Intuitive software package

Few things frustrate me more in modern EVs than dealing with outdated, sluggish software. Volvo’s infotainment system continues to make major strides, delivering a polished interface that feels contemporary.

From a home screen that logically positions Google Maps and core media functions as the primary focal points, to clean-looking icons and fluid animations that respond to every tap, the software experience is every bit as impressive as the minimalist cabin surrounding it.

Helpful three-camera view

Navigating tight parking spots is a breeze thanks to sharp exterior cameras that provide comprehensive 360-degree coverage. Beyond the impressive daytime clarity and wide dynamic range in high-contrast lighting, the real highlight is how Volvo arranges the feeds on screen. Instead of forcing you to rely on a single perspective or cycle through menus, the system splits into a simultaneous three-camera view that gives you real-time visibility out front, directly behind, and from an overhead bird's-eye angle all at once.

Really fun to drive

​Moving up to a mid-size SUV, I was worried that the EX60 might lose the pep and responsiveness that made the smaller EX30 so thrilling to drive. Luckily, it delivers driving dynamics that are just as engaging, making this mid-size crossover surprisingly fun to manuver. The EX60 P10 AWD serves up almost that exact same punchy sensation, courtesy of dual permanent-magnet synchronous motors that produce 503 horsepower and 524 lb-ft of torque.

​Not only does it leap forward instantly whenever I stomp on the accelerator, but it's also remarkably agile during quick highway overtakes. There's zero hesitation from this zippy crossover. Thanks to its low center of gravity and planted stance, it gives off genuine sports car vibes in how eagerly it handles corners and responds to my acceleration.

Precise dynamic headlights

As with the previous XC40, EX40, and XC90 models I’ve tested, I’ve always appreciated Volvo’s signature "Thor’s Hammer" headlights. However, the EX60 brings a major functional upgrade by shifting to fully adaptive dynamic matrix LEDs. It's easily one of the smartest lighting setups on the road, functioning very much like the adaptive matrix headlights found on Rivian’s R1T, R1S, and R2.

Rather than simply toggling high beams on and off, the system actively shapes the light beam around oncoming traffic and lead vehicles. Watching it adapt in real time at night looks almost surreal: the matrix array carves out precise dark cutouts around other cars while keeping the shoulders, signs, and open lanes ahead brilliantly illuminated.

Refined Pilot Assist performance

Highway driving is an absolute breeze in this EV because Volvo’s latest iteration of Pilot Assist with adaptive cruise control naturally adapts to changing traffic flow. Not only does it keep the crossover centered and smoothly applies braking and acceleration when needed, but thoughtful details throughout the system highlight just how refined it truly is.

The EX60 excels at reading the road ahead through its high-resolution camera and radar suite, gently letting off the pedal and applying a gentle brake when another car cuts into my lane. Additional safety touches enhance the experience further, including extra-bright blind-spot warning LEDs integrated into each side mirror and clear visual notifications in the digital driver's display that render nearby adjacent vehicles in real time.

Fast, flexible charging

The EX60 delivers the fastest Level 1 charging rate I’ve recorded from any EV to date. Replenishing at a rate of 5.34 miles per hour, nothing else I've tested on standard household power comes close — especially when most competitors struggle to reach 4 miles per hour. For drivers who haven’t yet installed a dedicated Level 2 charger at home, the EX60 can recover a practical amount of daily driving range from an ordinary 120V wall outlet.

When you need to charge on the road, the EX60 features a native NACS (North American Charging Standard) port, providing seamless access to Tesla’s extensive Supercharger network. You can also equip the vehicle with optional adapters, ensuring you still get access to standard CCS DC fast chargers and older public stations.

2027 Volvo EX60 review: What I don't like

Still a stretch for some budgets

While the 2027 Volvo EX60 undercuts many of its luxury rivals, namely BMW, Audi, and Mercedes-Benz, it’s far from a budget EV. Starting under $60,000 for a base trim — and climbing to $68,745 for the P10 AWD I tested — it remains a stretch for some households when cheaper options exist. That becomes even more pronounced when stacked against incoming competition like the Rivian R2, which enters the market starting under $60,000 for a top-of-the-line trim.

2027 Volvo EX60 review: Bottom line

It’s not often I say this, but the 2027 Volvo EX60 stands out as one of the most satisfying EVs I have tested all year. There’s no denying that its $68,745 as-tested price remains a serious financial commitment for many households, but unlike many luxury crossovers that demand major trade-offs, the EX60 overdelivers across the board.

Not only does it preserve the punchy driving dynamics that made the smaller EX30 so enjoyable, but it also scales up into a practical mid-size footprint with generous passenger room and clever storage. Coupled with Volvo's signature "silent luxury" interior aesthetic, what truly steals the show is its staggering real-world efficiency of 4.1 mi/kWh — alongside a class-leading recovery rate of 5.34 miles per hour on simple Level 1 home charging.

If you have the budget for a premium crossover, the EX60 doesn't just meet expectations, it sets a new standard for the class.

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It's been a big year for the iPhone, thanks to the launch of the all-new iPhone Duo. It's Apple's first foldable, and arguably the most exciting new iPhone for the past several years. By comparison the iPhone 18 Pro Max is the best traditional iPhone to date. But which one is the better iPhone?

The iPhone Duo has a lot going for it, including the large foldable display, but it makes some compromises that we'd really like to see fixed. Meanwhile the iPhone 18 Pro Max has improved just about every aspect of what makes an iPhone an iPhone — but at the expense of its "wow" factor. Thankfully we have put both phones through the ringer in the Tom's Guide labs, testing everything that makes them tick.

Here's what we learned about iPhone Duo vs iPhone 18 Pro Max, and which of the two is actually the best iPhone.

iPhone Duo vs iPhone 18 Pro Max: Specs

iPhone Duo vs iPhone 18 Pro Max: Price & availability

The iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at $1,299 / £1,299 / AU$2,299, which gets you a model with 256GB of storage space. Additional storage is available for an extra fee, with 512GB costing $1,499 / £1,499 / AU$2,699, 1TB costing $1,899 / £1,899 / $3,499 and 2TB setting you back $2,499 / £2,499 / $4,699. The Pro Max has been on sale for several weeks, and currently has delivery wait times of two to three weeks.

The iPhone Duo starts at $1,999 / £1,999 / AU$3,499 for a model with 256GB of storage. Higher storage options include 512GB at $2,199 / £2,199 / AU$3,899, 1TB at $2,599 / £2,599 / AU$4,699 and 2TB at $3,199 / £3,199 / AU$5,899.

The iPhone Duo is technically on sale, but online retailers and carriers have delivery wait times pushing back towards the end of the year — and into 2027. It's possible some brick & mortar locations may have physical stock, but you'll need to check your local establishments to find out for sure.

iPhone Duo vs iPhone 18 Pro Max: Design & Display

The most obvious difference between the iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone Duo is the overall shape and look of the devices. The iPhone 18 Pro Max is a traditional looking iPhone with the same 6.9-inch display as the iPhone 17 Pro Max. This screen is covered in Ceramic Shield 2 glass, and has an anti-reflective coating to minimize glare.

Meanwhile the iPhone Duo has a foldable design, with a wider 5.4-inch display, and a larger 7.6-inch display that unfolds as you open the phone. This larger screen has a similar aspect ratio to the 4:3 design utilized in Apple's iPads.

The outer display has the same Ceramic Shield 2 glass and anti-reflective coating. The inner display has a nano-texture matte display that minimizes glare, but also mutes some of the colors in a way a lot of people aren't used to.

According to our testing the iPhone Duo is slightly brighter, with a maximum brightness of 2,558 nits. The iPhone 18 Pro Max is slightly dimmer with a maximum brightness of 2,326 nits.

The iPhone Duo's folding nature means it is both thinner and thicker than the iPhone 18 Pro Max. When folded the phone has a thickness of 11.3mm / 0.44 inches, which is reduced to 5.2 mm / 0.20 inches when unfolded. The iPhone Duo, by contrast, is 8.8mm / 0.35 inches thick.

The Pro Max is slightly lighter, with an overall weight of 249 grams / 8.78 ounces compared to the iPhone Duo's 154 grams / 8.96 ounces. That makes the Duo the heaviest iPhone has ever made.

Both phones have IP68 water and dust resistance, and can handle being submerged in up to six meters of water for up to 30 minutes. The iPhone 18 Pro Max is an eSIM-only model in North America, but physical SIM cards are available in other regions. The Duo is only available with eSIM, regardless of where you buy one.

One advantage the iPhone 18 Pro Max has is the inclusion of Face ID, though this does mean you lose a little bit of screen space to the Dynamic Island cutout. The iPhone Duo has a hole-punch camera on the outer display and a hidden under-display camera on the inner display.

iPhone Duo vs iPhone 18 Pro Max: Cameras

The other crucial difference between the iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Duo is the fact the Duo only has two cameras. Both phones feature 48MP main and ultrawide-angle lenses, though only the Pro Max model features the 48MP telephoto lens (with 4x optical zoom).

It's also worth pointing out that, despite the similar resolution, the two have different camera lenses and hardware specs. This includes the lack of variable aperture which, at the moment, is exclusive to the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max.

But hardware is one thing, how do these cameras actually compare? We put both through a 10-round camera face-off to find out — and here's a quick rundown.

In terms of the main camera, there isn't a whole lot of difference, The two phones manage to capture pretty similar photos, with the same lighting and colors in most places. However the iPhone 18 Pro Max has stronger contrast and captures shadowy areas a little better.

The same is true of the ultrawide cameras. Unless you're looking extremely closely, more than the casual observer ever will, there's nothing to really differentiate the shots from both phones.

Again, selfies aren't that dissimilar, even though the Duo has a lower resolution 12MP camera — compared to the Pro Max's 18MP Center Stage lens. Both manage to capture a realistic image, and pick up the finer details pretty well.

At 2x magnification the loss of the telephoto lens doesn't make a huge difference to the quality of the iPhone Duo's zoomed-in photos. No doubt thanks to Apple's 2x "optical quality" feature, which simply crops down a higher resolution image to simulate magnification.

Increase the magnification to 10x and you can see a much bigger difference. The iPhone 18 Pro Max performs so well that you wouldn't really suspect that this has been zoomed in quite so far. However, the iPhone Duo produces a shot that is blurry, pixelated, and missing many of the finer details that the Pro Max's camera had no issues with.

We're back to even footing with the low-light shots, and despite the Pro Max having a slightly wider aperture, the photos from both phones came out pretty well. Both cameras preserved the details, and lit up the display with minimal noise and loss of quality.

Overall, the cameras on iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone Duo are fairly evenly matched in every way except for zoomed-in shots. All the digital tricks in the world can't seem to make up for the fact that the telephoto lens is missing on the Duo. So, if you can't live without taking higher-quality zoomed-in shots, then the Duo is not for you.

iPhone Duo vs iPhone 18 Pro Max: Performance

There's very little difference in performance power, on account of the iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone Duo sharing the same A20 Pro chipset. However, in terms of raw benchmarking scores, the iPhone 18 Pro Max has a slight advantage in all three major categories: computing, graphics and AI.

As you can see the iPhone 18 Pro Max managed a single-core score of 4,025 in the Geekbench 7 test, compared to the iPhone Duo's 4,007. That's not a huge difference, though the gap grows a little larger when you look at the multi-core results: The iPhone 18 Pro Max scored 11,525 while the Duo came in with 11,363.

3DMark's Solar Bay Unlimited graphics test saw the 18 Pro Max record a score of 17,850 and an average frame rate of 67.9fps. Meanwhile the Duo was quite a bit lower with a score of 16,496 and an average frame rate of 62.3 fps. AI processing also had a rather large gap, with the 18 Pro Max scoring 71,974 in the Geekbench AI 1.7 benchmark. The Duo recorded a score of 69,438.

It's worth mentioning that the iPhone Duo actually scored better than the smaller iPhone 18 Pro in the graphics and AI testing. This is worth bearing in mind if you want maximum performance, but were worried the Pro Max might be a little too big for your tastes.

iPhone Duo vs iPhone 18 Pro Max: Software & AI

Both iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone Duo run iOS 27, and have the same basic selection of software and AI features. The main feature of this is Siri AI, which is the upgraded assistant capable of more AI-heavy tasks than the Siri of old. This includes better understanding of your requests, and the ability to understand personal context that helps you specifically.

iOS 27 also includes features like expressive voices for Siri, the adjustable Liquid Glass interface, Siri Mode on the camera, smart tab optimization in Safari, alongside AI powered editing features like Reframe, Extend and CleanUp. In other words, if the iPhone 18 Pro Max can do it, so can the iPhone Duo.

The real difference in software is that the Duo has a new UI, designed to take advantage of the new screen sizes. This includes the ability to multitask with split-view apps, the first and only iPhone to do so, while also offering a taskbar on the right side of the screen. However a lot of work still needs doing to optimize the apps for those screens, which is not something Pro Max owners have to know about.

The iPhone Duo also features some exclusive features, including the Smart Take camera mode that follows a single subject with the aid of AI. The recent iOS 27.2 update added stylus support from the Apple Pencil USB-C, which is another thing that isn't possible on any other iPhones.

Still, for the most part, the software experience is similar enough that it doesn't make that much difference. Certainly not when it comes to deciding between those two price tags.

iPhone Duo vs iPhone 18 Pro Max: Battery

It's unsurprising that the iPhone Duo does not have as strong a battery life as the iPhone 18 Pro Max. For starters the battery is much smaller, with 4,883 mAh to the Pro Max's 5,567 mAh. The foldable also has to contend with the fact that it has a much larger screen to power, which is going to drain the battery much faster when in use.

Our battery life testing found that the iPhone Duo lasted 13 hours and 20 minutes, which is over four hours less than the iPhone 18 Pro Max's 17 hours and 31 minutes.

The iPhone 18 Pro Max also managed to recharge slightly faster, despite the fact both phones support up to 60W charging speeds. The Pro Max regained 44% of its battery in the first 15 minutes, which rose to 77% after half an hour. The Duo, on the other hand, reached 42% after 15 minutes and 66% after 30 minutes — despite the fact it has a smaller battery.

In other words, if you value battery life above all else, the iPhone 18 Pro Max is the phone to go for. It has the larger, longer lasting battery, and manages to restore any lost charge much faster than its folding sibling.

iPhone Duo vs iPhone 18 Pro Max: Which should you buy?

Overall, there isn't a whole lot of difference between the iPhone Duo and the iPhone 18 Pro Max. It's true, the design of the two phones couldn't be more different, and the experience of using a foldable is completely different to that of a traditional phone. That said, from a user perspective, you're getting a lot of the same qualities and results from both phones.

The iPhone 18 Pro Max does have better battery life and the all-important telephoto lens. Combined with the noticeably lower price tag, that's enough to sway people in that particular direction. More so when you remember that they're a lot easier to get hold of at the moment.

The iPhone Duo has the benefit of being something new and exciting, alongside the fact the larger screen offers a lot more utility. It's a device that offers the same productivity benefits as a tablet, with stylus support and split-view apps. But the downside is that you have to pay a premium and make some sacrifices in the process — particularly the long wait to get your hands on one.

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Earlier this week, I was doomscrolling on Reddit — as one does — when a post on r/espresso caught my eye. I'm often seen lurking on r/espressocirclejerk, but I don't need to frequent the source, r/espresso, for a few reasons. So if I do dip my toe into the main Subreddit, it must be for a special occasion.

And then I saw this post: "My controversial take is that some of you dont[sic] enjoy espresso, you just enjoy buying expensive equipment". Thank you, Reddit user mindlesspointer. Thank you.

I don't think this should be a controversial take. I think this is entirely the truth. Don't let the Internet tell you to spend thousands on gear to prove you like espresso. I'm an ex-professional barista — one independent specialty coffee shop and two chains — and now a professional coffee machine tester and director of The Coffee Lab, so I feel uniquely positioned to comment on this.

A $2,000+ espresso machine doesn't guarantee good coffee

The Reddit room was split. Half of the commenters agreed, while half disagreed. Some users defended their commitment to progression and the journey: "People like the feeling of progression in a hobby. Same way in a video game people like building out their character, finding fancier guns, etc.," wrote user Noah_Joseph.

Others pointed out that their "basic" espresso machines did the trick. PlsNoOlives (love that name, even though olives are one of my favorite foods) added: "The day I realized making a yummy latte for myself and a friend was my peak satisfaction and now I just want to pour a swan on top. I don't even dial in new beans anymore, I eyeball it. Breville Bambino Plus, we ride for life. (Please don't break.)".

As a fellow Breville Bambino Plus owner, I have to say this comment spoke to me. Not once have I felt the urge to upgrade from my Bambino Plus

And no, I'm not saying you can't spend an ungodly amount of money on gear. Do whatever you want — it's your money. Maybe I'm just bitter because I don't have enough money to buy anything over $500 (and even that's a Black Friday, saved-up-all-year purchase). Who knows!

But I know I'm in the majority here. Most people can't afford a Lelit Bianca ($2,999), Rocket Espresso R Nine One ($6,990), or La Marzocco Linea Mini($4,980). Would I buy one if I had the money? I don't know. Depends on how much money we're talking. Do I have $10k spare? Sure, I'd grab a cheeky Linea Mini and then go on a cruise.

However, that's not my reality, and I'm 99.9% sure it's not yours. Please, please listen when I say this: You can get excellent, barista-quality coffee at home for a fraction of the cost. My entire dream espresso setup is just $650 — Breville Bambino Plus, Comandante C40 MK4, and the Wacaco Exagram Pro scale.

And here's the proof

I've tested well over fifty coffee makers at this point. Some manuals, such as the AeroPress; some drip machines, such as the Moccamaster KBGV Select; some espresso machines, such as the Lelit MaraX3; some automated pour-overs, such as the Ratio Four. If it exists, I've got my caffeine-jittery mitts on it.

The flat white in this article's main image? Made it on the $349 Casabrews Marenza. I mean, I probably wouldn't recommend this machine for espresso enthusiasts for other reasons, but it's proof you don't need to spend $$$$($) on an espresso machine to get truly impressive results.

You know what the most important variable is? You. You are the barista. You are the Don of that kitchen. Show the espresso machine who's boss. You will get a perfect espresso. You will achieve flawless microfoam. Your latte art will be worthy of the Louvre. Let's manifest.

Let's do a little game. Take a look at these espresso shots. Can you guess which were made on a cheap machine and which came from a prosumer model?

The answers are thus: cheap, cheap, expensive, cheap, cheap, cheap, expensive, cheap (lever!), cheap, cheap.

I feel like that scene in The Simpsons Movie where the EPA guy is saying "tough, soft, tough, tough, tough, soft".

Anyway, back to coffee. Did you get them all right? Sure, I admit some look cheap, but some could go either way. Taste-wise, if you're using high-quality beans and a high-quality grinder (that does not need to be over $300), you can get $2,000+-beating espresso. Number 8 (and the espresso I'm holding in the main image) was made on the Flair 49 Pro — no electricity involved at all!

And I've got even more proof.

Blind taste tests on my side, too

This year, I've run two blind taste tests: one between the $299 Baratza Encore ESP Pro vs the $1,500 Mazzer Philos, and one between the $299 Breville Bambino vs the $1,999 Lelit MaraX3.

You know which product won? The cheaper one. Both times.

I've linked the articles so you can read them, but the TL;DR is this: I made two lattes with coffee ground on a cheap and expensive grinder and asked people to choose their favorite. Then, I made Americanos and flat whites made on a cheap and expensive espresso machine and asked people to choose their favorite. The cheap machines won both taste tests.

Naturally, this didn't take things like longevity, quality of materials, and machine appearance into account. This was purely taste-based.

Again, I'm not poo-pooing those who have money to spend on premium, prosumer gear. I'm saying that you don't need to spend thousands to prove you like espresso. Do not let people on the Internet trick you into thinking otherwise.

If you see someone with a $10,000+ setup and you're wondering if your espresso will always taste inferior because you can't afford the same gear, please stop wondering. They just have loads of money (or irresponsible spending habits). It doesn't automatically mean they care more about coffee as a hobby than you.

You are the most important variable. With practice, good beans, and passion, you can make prosumer-level coffee without spending a fortune.

Trust me. I've tested enough espresso machines, grinders, and beans to know. Fellow Tom's Guide readers are on your side — I asked my readers their favorite espresso machine, and the Bambino Plus won by a huge margin.

We've got this, fellow poor espresso enthusiast.

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It’s pretty much impossible to see every new movie in theaters. Even as somebody who goes to my local cinema at least twice a week, there are always films that slip through the cracks. But the good news is that you can always catch up when movies hit streaming.

Here at Tom’s Guide, our team of dedicated movie critics watches dozens of movies every month. Our goal is to highlight the ones worth watching (and the ones you can comfortably skip) so when the latest movies land on streaming, you know which to add to your watchlist.

Below, you’ll find our reviews of some of the biggest theatrical movies arriving across streaming services this month, along with a full release calendar for November 2026.

Top movies to stream this November

‘Bad Apples’ (PVOD)

Genre: Comedy thriller

What's it about? Maria (Saoirse Ronan) is a primary school teacher on the verge of a nervous breakdown due to one pupil, a troublemaker named Danny (Eddie Waller). After rashly locking him in her basement when he threatens to spread lies about her, she tries to undo her mistake, that is, until her other pupils start excelling with Danny’s influence gone.

Why you need to watch it: I covered “Bad Apples” in my TikTok movie review show “Screen, Stream, Skip” and recommend that interested viewers watch this one when it arrived on streaming, and here we are! Ronan is excellent throughout as a teacher battling a broken system, but the movie struggles to find a consistent tone, and the ending is weak.

Buy or rent "Bad Apples" from Amazon [PVOD] starting November 3

‘Resident Evil’ (PVOD)

Genre: Action horror

What's it about? From Zach Cregger, director of “Barbarian” and “Weapons,” comes the latest cinematic spin on Capcom's legendary survival horror series. Telling an original story in the Resident Evil universe, Austin Abrams plays a courier trapped in Raccoon City as the metropolis descends into a hellscape of sinister corporate players and mutated creatures.

Why you need to watch it: In his “Resident Evil” review, streaming editor Malcolm McMillan labeled Cregger’s latest “officially the best video game movie of all time” (though he argued it’s simultaneously the hotshot director’s weakest effort to date). It’s a thrilling, fast-paced ride, and while the comedy is laid on a little thick, it’s a huge step up from Paul W. S. Anderson’s lackluster, very-2000s "Resident Evil" film series.

Buy or rent "Resident Evil" from Amazon [PVOD] starting November 3

‘Heart of the Beast’ (PVOD)

Genre: Survival thriller

What's it about? After crashing his plane due to a medical emergency, former special forces soldier James Belmot (Brad Pitt) is left stranded in the harsh Alaskan wilderness with his loyal former-combat dog, Odin. Fortunately, the two are made of stronger stuff than most, and resolve to battle the elements and native predators in their quest to return home.

Why you need to watch it: Contributing writer Josh Bell was mixed in his “Heart of the Beast” review, labeling it “cheesy and unconvincing, and disingenuous in its messaging.” It’s a sentiment that I would personally disagree with; I found this survival thriller very compelling, and while Pitt is good, the star of the show is definitely his loyal canine companion.

Buy or rent "Heart of the Beast" from Amazon [PVOD] starting November 10

‘The Odyssey’ (PVOD)

Genre: Epic fantasy

What's it about? Adapting the epic ancient Greek poem of the same name. “The Odyssey” brings together a stunning assembled cast, led by Matt Damon, to tell the story of Odysseus, a man trying to return to his beloved Ithaca to be reunited with his wife and son (Anne Hathaway and Tom Holland) after masterminding the strategy that won the Trojan War.

Why you need to watch it: Considering “The Odyssey’s” $1.8 billion box office haul over the summer, statistically, there's a good chance you didn’t miss this one in theaters. But if you did, then its long-awaited arrival on streaming is your chance to correct that mistake. Need more convincing? Streaming editor Millan McMillan gave it a full five stars in his “The Odyssey” review, and we don't give out full marks very often!

Buy or rent "The Odyssey" from Amazon [PVOD] starting November 17

‘Tony’ (HBO Max)

Genre: Biopic drama

What's it about? A slice-of-life biographical drama that chronicles a life-changing summer for a 19-year-old Anthony Bourdain (Dominic Sessa). Rocking up in Provincetown, Massachusetts with an unearned cockiness, Bourdain is quickly cut down to size, taking a job in a Cape Cod kitchen. On shift, he learns the ropes and hones his cutlery craft.

Why you need to watch it: In his “Tony” review, contributing writer Josh Bell labeled this biopic “entertaining” and praised it for avoiding “many of the pitfalls of a typical biopic, honing in on a specific period rather than trying to encompass Bourdain’s entire life.” Sessa shines as the lead, with Antonio Banderas also excellent in a meaty supporting role.

Stream "Tony" on HBO Max starting November 20

Every theatrical release coming to streaming in November

Dates and titles are subject to change. Theatrical releases coming to premium video-on-demand (PVOD) and streaming video-on-demand (SVOD) only; no straight-to-streaming movies are on this list.

NOVEMBER 1

• “The Isolate Thief” (MGM+)

NOVEMBER 3

• “April X” (PVOD)
• “Bad Apples” (PVOD)
• “Beware Boiúna” (PVOD)
• “Charlie Harper” (PVOD)
• “Daniel and the Fiery Furnace” (PVOD)
• “The History of Concrete” (PVOD)
• “Primetime” (PVOD)
• “Resident Evil” (PVOD)
• “Rolling Loud: The Movie” (PVOD)
• “Without Blood” (PVOD)

NOVEMBER 6

• “Carolina Caroline” (Netflix)
• “Making Marie Antoinette” (Mubi)
• “Motor City” (AMC+)
• “Musk” (PVOD)
• “Possible Love” (PVOD)
• “The Uprising” (Peacock)

NOVEMBER 7

• “Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass” (Netflix)

NOVEMBER 9

• “Misty Green” (Netflix)

NOVEMBER 10

• “Heart of the Beast” (PVOD)
• “Guillermo del Toro’s Pan’s Labyrinth 20th Anniversary” (PVOD)

NOVEMBER 13

• “Being Heumann” (Apple TV)

NOVEMBER 17

• “Manhood” (PVOD)
• “The Odyssey” (PVOD)

NOVEMBER 18

• “Gentle Monster” (Netflix)
• “Madden” (Prime Video)

NOVEMBER 20

• “Best Pancakes in the County” (PVOD)
• “Ice Cream Man” (Shudder)
• “Tony” (HBO Max)
• “You Had To Be There” (PVOD)

NOVEMBER 25

• “The Mosquito Bowl” (Netflix)

NOVEMBER 27

• “Couture” (Hulu)
• “The Magic Faraway Tree” (HBO Max)
• “Runner” (Hulu)

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I’m sure most of the people in their 20s and 30s have become the household IT expert in their parents’ eyes.

There have been plenty of moments when my mom has screamed in horror over the Wi-Fi connection being down, called on me to fix it, and I've saved the day with my simple “press the restart button on the router” fix. I’ve also stepped in to show my dad how to attach a document to an email, give my grandmother a quick lesson on how to scan something with a printer and even expose my aunt to the wonders of ordering dinner through a food delivery app.

The older folks in my family have begun referring to AI as “ChatGPT” in the same way they still refer to video games as “Nintendo.” And they’ve been requesting my assistance with trying to wrap their head around using the chatbot that’s become synonymous with the trending technology.

So I came up with a short and simple lesson plan for AI beginners who want to start using ChatGPT (including my parents).

A hands-on crash course for beginners on how to properly use ChatGPT

Right from the jump, I chose to forgo teaching ChatGPT beginners about all the technical jargon that comes with jumping into the world of AI. I feel like there’s no need to confuse someone who’s never used an AI tool before by hitting them with expert terms like “Large Language Model” and “Token.”

To start my 15-minute beginner course on how to use ChatGPT, I think it’s worth explaining what it can do. For those not familiar with OpenAI’s chatbot and other AI tools like it, ChatGPT can operate as a digital assistant you can talk to if you ever need help writing, learning, summarizing, brainstorming, planning and solving everyday problems. Simply ask yourself, “What’s something I need help with today?” and turn that into a question you can present to ChatGPT in the form of a prompt.

It’s good to know the difference between a weak prompt and a strong one. A weak prompt, such as “Help me get organized,” won’t give you much of a worthwhile result that’s tailored specifically to you. A much more concise prompt to use instead is something like this: “I’m a busy person who feels overwhelmed by my daily tasks. Create a simple morning routine with three priorities [list your three priorities]. Keep it realistic and easy to follow.”

Coming up with a prompt that targets your goal, gives ChatGPT context on what it needs to accomplish the task you’ve given it, the limits or preferences you need it to take into consideration and the format of the response you want is key to getting the best results from ChatGPT.

Then comes the hands-on part.

A ChatGPT beginner should choose a current objective they need help accomplishing, type it into the chatbot as a prompt, take note of the answer they get back and use follow-up responses if need be. You probably won’t get the perfect answer back from ChatGPT on your attempt at prompting it, so it’s worth understanding that AI works best if you have a conversation with it to get exactly what you’re looking for. In my parents’ case, I’d tell them to ask ChatGPT to help them plan a dinner, then use follow-up responses that mention their favorite foods, ask for the ingredients they need to make a specific dish and request links to videos that show how that dish is actually made.

Explaining the three main habits that separate a beginner from a more experienced ChatGPT user is key. Adding context to your prompts, asking follow-up questions and doing extra research to check if the answers you’ve been given are factual are a must. AI tools can make mistakes, be overconfident when providing information and even invent their own nonfactual data.

I’d make it very clear to my parents that, when asking ChatGPT to help with research tasks, they need to tell it to point out any assumptions it may have made, explain the reasoning behind its response and include reliable sources to check out for themselves on the topic at hand. It’s important to use ChatGPT to support your own judgement and common sense, not fully replace it.

For the final part of my 15-minute lesson plan on how to get the most out of ChatGPT, it's crucial to know the type of information that shouldn’t be given to it or any other AI tool. Never give it your passwords, details about your bank accounts and any other sensitive information about yourself or anyone else you know. There have been far too many instances of AI tools leaking people’s personal information, so I’d prefer it if my parents didn’t give up their most confidential details to ChatGPT.

Bottom line

I’m sure my parents and anyone else who’s ready to wade into the intimidating waters of AI tools like ChatGPT can look at my lesson plan and get a quick primer on how to get started. Using ChatGPT for assistance with completing an everyday task, writing a strong prompt with proper context to make it start working and using follow-up questions to improve its responses are essential details AI beginners must know.

Also, keeping in mind that AI tools like ChatGPT can make mistakes, backing up the answers it gives you with your own research and knowing what personal information you should never share with it are mandatory lessons worth memorizing.

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As temperatures drop and your backyard is covered in fallen leaves, it’s easy to assume that apart from clearing your lawn, gardening takes a backseat until spring. But in reality, it is just the start of your spring garden.

The secret to a lush display of cheery daffodils, tulips and crocuses starts well before you spot the first shoots breaking through the soil. These bright blooms depend on the cool earth to take root, which is why the work to create a beautiful spring garden starts right now.

Why fall is the best time to plant bulbs

Most spring bulbs need a period of cold to initiate flowering — a process known as vernalization. That’s why mid to late fall is a good time to plant bulbs.

"You want to plant before the soil has cooled off, but before it freezes," says Lindsay Chastain, author at Waddle & Cluck

Getting the timing right allows the bulb to develop a strong root system and bloom fully in spring, without sprouting too early, explains Marina Prokaten, plant expert at Plantum.

Timing varies by region

Because bulbs should be planted in the ground before the soil freezes, timing depends on your local climate.

“In colder northern regions, your planting window is September and October, for the most part," explains Chastain. "In moderate climates, October through November, and in warmer regions, you can often wait until November or December.”

To give your bulbs the best chance, Chastain advises planting them about six weeks before your area’s typical hard freeze.

Top tip
But planting too far ahead has its own risks. “Don’t plant too early,” warns Prokaten. “If the weather is still warm, the bulbs may sprout prematurely and get frostbitten, or die off during a cold snap.”

To get your timing just right she suggests keeping an eye on the forecast and waiting until the night temperatures consistently drop to between 40-50°F.

Which bulbs can you plant now?

Mid-to-late fall is prime time for planting daffodils, crocuses, snowdrops, muscari, alliums and fritillaries. You can also plant plenty of other spring-flowering bulbs. Besides common spring bulbs, Elizabeth Waddington, garden designer, writer and horticulturist at First Tunnels, recommends that gardeners look for bulbs that are native to where you live.

Native species often establish with ease and offer vital sustenance for local pollinators.

How to plant bulbs for success

Starting with healthy bulbs will give you the best chance of success. Chastain says to choose bulbs that feel firm and heavy, with no spots or mold. How can you tell if they are fit to plant? “Give them a sniff and make sure that they don’t have a foul smell, because that will indicate that the bulb is not good,” she advises.

When planting your bulbs, Waddington says choosing the right site matters. “Many spring-flowering bulbs prefer a sunny site with free-draining soil," she says. "But some are well-suited to damper conditions, and options can also be found for partial shade.”

Once you have the right location, she suggests planting your bulbs in groups of at least three to five for a more natural look. What's more, large drifts of bulbs will look far more spectacular than one isolated flower.

You also need to follow the golden rule of bulb planting. “Bury the bulbs at three times their own height — making sure the sprouting end is facing upwards,” she adds.

Once your bulbs are in the ground, Chastain advises giving them a thorough water before allowing the soil to settle and filling in around the bulb, which will all help to encourage root growth.

If you’re planting in a container, make sure the pot has a drainage hole and use a well-draining potting mix. You can also plant the bulbs closer together than you would in the soil, just make sure they are not touching.

When planting in a container is best

If you have heavy soil or it is prone to waterlogging, Waddington says container planting offers a workaround. But she warns that you have to make sure that the soil doesn’t dry out, or that the pots don’t stand in water through the winter.

Watch the cold
Cold exposure is another problem. Waddington explains, “Container-grown bulbs are more exposed to freezing temperatures than bulbs planted in the ground, so pots may need to be placed in a polytunnel or greenhouse, or have some other form of protection during prolonged cold spells.”

Peggy Anne Montgomery, horticulturist at Flowerbulbs, offers an easy solution to overcome the cold problem, and advises, “It’s best to select bulbs that are two hardiness zones colder than your zone. For instance, daffodils are generally hardy in zones 3-8. If you live in zone 5, you’re safe to plant them because they can withstand the cold of zone 3.”

Experiment with your planting
Growing bulbs in containers also gives you the opportunity to experiment with different planting techniques, such as lasagna planting, which is based on a layered approach. The bulbs are layered by bloom time to give a continuous show.

The biggest mistake you can make when planting bulbs

According to Chastain, getting drainage right is the most important thing you can do for your bulbs, which is why planting them in waterlogged soil or in a container without drainage is the biggest mistake you can make. And Montgomery agrees, “They will rot in soil that is consistently wet or has standing water.”

Bulb planting tools

Besides a sturdy hand trowel and a pair of gardening gloves, Waddington says a bulb planter can help when planting lots of bulbs in a lawn or established border. You might also want to consider a bulb auger, which attaches to a drill, such as Power Planter’s DIY Guru Garden Auger, for $28 at Amazon.

That’s it; you don’t need fancy equipment to get planting, and if you follow the expert advice above, you should have a yard full of blooms by springtime.

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A few of my friends like to take advantage of the fact I'm a personal trainer, and have no problem hitting me up for free strength programs or fitness advice when they need it.

I'm happy to oblige, and when I recently sent this one to a good friend, I thought it was worth sharing more widely. This routine in particular is 15 minutes and only requires one dumbbell, meaning it's easy to do at the gym when the weight rack is busy, or at home if you have a set of the best adjustable dumbbells or alternatives to hand.

Just remember, this routine was designed with a particular person in mind. If you experience pain or feel unwell, stop immediately and seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Watch: 15-minute dumbbell workout

If you're working with an injury or health condition, I recommend seeking advice before starting this routine.

• Devil press: You can use two weights for this to make it more challenging. Start with your weight(s) in your hands and feet hip-width apart. Keeping hold of the weight, place your hands down on the ground in front of your feet, jump back, then perform a push-up. Jump your feet forward just wide of your hands, then swing the weight through your legs and hinge forward at your hips. Drive the weight upward, extend your hips, then press overhead. Reverse back down to repeat.

• Single-arm clean: You can use any weight for this. Hold a weight in one hand using an overhand grip, with the weight between your feet. Hinge forward at the hips, core engaged and back straight, chest up. Drive the weight upward as if zipping up a jacket pocket, keeping the weight close to your body. Allow the weight to rest on your forearm, elbow high, to rack the weight. Reverse to tap one end of the weight back down to the ground (if using a dumbbell).

• Alternating row: Hinge forward at your hips with your feet roughly shoulder-width apart. Your back should be straight and your chest almost parallel to the ground. Hold your weight in front of you in one hand. Keep the weight close to your side as you row the weight toward your hip. Pause, squeeze your back and shoulder blades, then slowly lower the weight again. This is harder if you start from the ground every rep. Remember to alternate sides unless you decide to work with two weights (as shown below).

What is the workout?

Combined, you pretty much hit your whole body using three moves, with some push and pull work in there to hit your front and back body. I've also included some power work which will require you to push to your limit to move the weight from low to high positions.

Start with 2 reps of your exercises back-to-back (1 rep per side on the first round), then take a brief reset. Add 2 reps (1 per side) each round, set a timer for 15 minutes and aim for maximum reps.

This one builds intensity quickly, so I recommend going for the lighter side of medium-heavy dumbbells. Make sure your core is engaged throughout and prioritize form over your reps.

How fast can you work?

This routine isn't fussy, but it does require a level of skill, so try to ensure you know the moves well and feel confident before you get started. You can use two weights, but I prefer working unilaterally so that you can focus on both sides of the body equally. You're only as strong as your weakest side, and we all have one.

Let us know how you get on in the comments!

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Apple has just announced the MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display, and not only have we already gone hands-on with it (spoiler alert: it's jaw-dropping), we've already tested the chip inside.

You see, it packs the M5 Pro and the M5 Max — two chips we've already benchmarked extensively in the mini-LED MacBook Pros. This is good news for buyers: You don't have to go in without knowing what you're getting.

Of course, there are some differences that may change results here. For example, this is a significantly lighter laptop with an OLED display — two variables (battery capacity and screen) that may change a couple things here. But we already get a good insight from these numbers.

Here's what kind of performance we expect to see from the new MacBook Pro and how we expect it to stack up when faced with some of the best laptops.

What's inside the OLED MacBook Pro?

As expected, Apple decided to skip the M6 Pro and M6 Max for this round of MacBooks. Instead, the focus is solely on other upgrades, while the chips remain the same. We did, however, get the MacBook Pro M6 a day before Apple's event, but that one doesn't have the PROLED screen that these new models do.

According to Mark Gurman, Apple isn't developing the M6 Pro and the M6 Max, and while the base M6 is faster in single-core tasks, it can't match the M5 Pro and the M5 Max in multi-core or graphics performance.

Apple M5 Pro and M5 Max: Performance

The M5 Pro and the M5 Max have been around since March 2026, which has given us plenty of time to test them thoroughly. While there might be some subtle differences in performance that are unrelated to the two processors, we expect raw numbers to be similar to what we've already seen in our MacBook Pro M5 benchmarks.

Apple did say that the new MacBook Pros have a completely redesigned thermal system, so that could let the M5 Pro and the M5 Max stretch their legs and still maintain that same performance even in a significantly lighter chassis.

To see how they stack up, we pulled our Geekbench 6 results. These benchmarks measure single-core and multi-core performance. There's also our Handbrake test, which times how long a laptop takes to transcode a 4K video to 1080p.

Let's have a look at the base M5 (which you won't find in the new OLED MacBook Pros, but it's a good starting point to compare to), the M5 Pro, the M5 Max, and even the M4 Pro and the M6 to give a well-rounded overview.

The first thing that jumps out: Single-core scores are nearly identical across the entire M5 family, so this is what we can expect from the new OLED MacBook Pros, too. It's unlikely to feel snappier in such tasks than a base M5 model.

The real gap lies in multi-core, and it's huge. Just look at the numbers: The M5 Pro and M5 Max both land close to 30,000, which is about 25% ahead of the M4 Pro, roughly in line with the up to 30% Apple promised when it launched these chips back in March.

As a reminder, both the M5 Pro and the M5 Max feature the same 18-core CPU. The extra money buys you extra GPU cores and more memory.

The M6 in the Mac mini and the new 14-inch MacBook Pro tops the single-core benchmarks, but it trails both the M5 Pro/Max chips by a wide margin in multi-core.

To summarize: The MacBook Pros released in March were absolute powerhouses. We expect the same of the OLED models.

Apple M5 Pro and M5 Max: Graphics and AI

CPU comparisons are pretty tight between the two chips, but in graphics, we'll find a definite leader. The M5 Max sports up to twice as many GPU cores, and yes, that does lead to huge performance gains.

We also ran a different set of tests to check out Nvidia's RTX Spark, so this is how the M5 Pro stacks up here:

Both chips beat every Windows laptop in our first table on graphics, which bodes well for the new OLED MacBook Pros. However, Nvidia's new RTX Spark is a different story.

In our more recent testing, it outscored the M5 Pro in both 3DMark Steel Nomad and Solar Bay Extreme. Given the scores and the massively ramped-up GPU performance on the M5 Max, chances are that Apple would win in such a match-up, too.

AI is more nuanced. The M5 Pro scored almost exactly the same as the base M5 in Geekbench AI, and Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme leads the pack.

Apple M5 Pro and M5 Max: Battery life

MacBooks are known for their outstanding battery life, so it won't surprise you to hear that in our testing, the LCD models from earlier this year did a great job.

Our 16-inch M5 Pro lasted 21 hours and 25 minutes in our web-surfing test at 150 nits of brightness. That's more than double what Nvidia's RTX Spark and Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite managed.

The powerful, yet more demanding M5 Max lasted just under 18 hours.

While we can predict the performance of the OLED MacBook Pros with a certain degree of accuracy, the battery life is harder to call. Apple rates the new models at up to 24 hours, which is the same as the mini-LED 16-inch MacBook Pro, and that's despite the lighter chassis. OLED panels use less power on dark content but more on bright, white screens, so we'll need to test it ourselves to see how that 24-hour claim holds up in real life.

Apple OLED MacBook Pro: Outlook

With performance numbers such as these, we fully expect the new PROLED XDR MacBook Pros to be next-level in the best way possible.

As they're equipped with chips we're already familiar with, raw performance numbers should stay roughly the same as before.

With that said, the new OLED models are also pricier. The maxed-out 16-inch model actually goes up to $14,549, but all the new models cost $400 more across the board for the screen upgrade alone.

But you're not paying for more firepower—you're paying for the tandem OLED panel and a couple more goodies, such as a touchscreen and the lack of a display notch. If you're only interested in how capable your laptop is, stick to the LCD versions, as you're getting the exact same chips.

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Everyone knows I refuse to pay more than $30 per month for cellular service. After years of enjoying the savings I’ve gotten with Visible, I only recently discovered that even cheaper cell phone plans exist.

While Visible still offers one of the best cheap cell phone plans around, other MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator) options cost significantly less. In fact, I tested out Red Pocket Mobile’s $10/month Essentials plan for an entire month and came away pleasantly surprised with the service.

Red Pocket isn't the only player in this bracket, either. In fact, there's a handful of other wireless providers offer competing $10/month cell service — so I’m breaking down the best options to show you exactly what they offer and where the compromises lie.

$10 per month cell phone plan comparison

Red Pocket Mobile

• Biggest advantage: Locked-in monthly pricing with no contract commitment.
• Biggest disadvantage: Aggressive speed throttling once your 3GB data pool is exhausted.

Having tested Red Pocket Mobile’s $10/month Essential plan for a full 30 days, I can say it delivers exceptional value. Unlike several budget competitors, this rate isn’t a temporary promotional teaser and doesn't require an upfront annual commitment — you can sign up anytime and cancel whenever you want.

For $10, 3GB of high-speed data per cycle is a solid allotment, but you have to monitor your usage closely. Transitioning from an unlimited plan on Visible, I was surprised by how quickly I burned through nearly 3GB in just the first two weeks. Keeping costs this low requires staying on Wi-Fi whenever possible and holding off on data-heavy tasks when relying on cellular connectivity.

Download and upload speeds were modest and naturally trailed what I typically see on Visible. Even so, the connection proved more than adequate for doom-scrolling Instagram or watching TikTok clips without the irritating buffering that annoys me.

Boost Mobile

• Biggest advantage: Generous 30GB of premium data each month.
• Biggest disadvantage: Promotional rate expires after 6 months, jumping to $25/month.

When I tested Boost Mobile for 30 days last year, its standard $25 per month rate was already a smidge less than what I was paying for Visible. Right now, however, the carrier is running a promotion that slashes that plan down to just $10 per month for your first six months before reverting to the usual $25 rate.

On paper, Boost Mobile’s $10/month plan offers the absolute most value in this class, largely because it packs a generous 30GB allotment of premium data alongside full mobile hotspot support. Compared to the 2GB or 3GB limits common I see in this price tier, 30GB gives you plenty of breathing room without forcing you to strictly monitor your cellular data usage.

If you do stick around after six months at the $25/month price point, Boost's price lock guarantee at least ensures your bill won't creep up down the road.

Tello Mobile

• Biggest advantage: Free calling to 60+ countries and included mobile hotspot.
• Biggest disadvantage: Modest 2GB high-speed data allotment.

If you want a dependable $10 plan without temporary promotional gimmicks or upfront annual payments, Tello Mobile’s 2GB custom plan is one of the most straightforward options available. While Tello does offer a promotion that nets you 10GB for $10/month, that introductory rate only lasts for three months before bumping up to $15/month.

Tello runs on T-Mobile’s nationwide 5G/4G LTE network and packages unlimited talk, unlimited text, mobile hotspot support, and free calling to over 60 international destinations. The hotspot inclusion is particularly valuable because, unlike Red Pocket's $10 Essential plan, Tello lets you tap into your data pool to tether a laptop or tablet on the go.

The obvious trade-off is the strict 2GB data cap. If you thought living with 3GB was tough, 2GB gives you even less breathing room. To make this tier work, you'll definitely want to turn on your phone's built-in data saver mode to curb background consumption and set usage alerts so you don't run out mid-cycle.

Ultra Mobile

• Biggest advantage: Generous baseline perks including mobile hotspot, Wi-Fi calling, and talk and text to Mexico and Canada.
• Biggest disadvantage: Requires an upfront payment of at least $30 to cover three months of service.

If you regularly stay in touch with friends or family overseas, Ultra Mobile easily leads the pack when it comes to international value. Running on T-Mobile’s network, the carrier offers a 4GB plan for an effective 10/month — but you need to pay for at least three months of service upfront($30 total) to get that rate.

What’s particularly impressive about Ultra Mobile’s $10/month 4GB tier is that it includes unlimited nationwide talk, global text, mobile hotspot capability, Wi-Fi calling, and free international calling to over 90 destinations. Those are premium extras you rarely see on a plan this cheap, and you can activate via physical SIM or digital eSIM at no extra charge.

If you don’t mind paying upfront in multi-month chunks to lock in a solid 4GB data bucket, Ultra Mobile pairs reliable nationwide coverage with global calling perks no other carrier in this price bracket can touch.

November 2026 is bringing a gust of new shows and movies to watch across Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV and other major streaming services, plus broadcast and cable TV. As the holiday season approaches, there's no shortage of big-name returns, fantasy adventures and buzzy new arrivals to fill your watchlist.

Fantasy fans have plenty to celebrate, with the third seasons of “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” and “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” on the calendar. Meanwhile, prestige TV gets a boost from the fourth seasons of “The Gilded Age” and “Yellowjackets,” while sci-fi devotees can look forward to “Blade Runner 2099” and comedy lovers will dig the new series “Dig.”

On the movie front, there's Chris Pratt's family drama “Way of the Warrior Kid” and the sports biopic “Madden” starring Nicolas Cage, bringing some big-screen star power to the small screen. Whether you're in the mood for epic quests, high society intrigue or sci-fi action, here's what to watch in November 2026, sorted by premiere date.

‘The Gilded Age’ season 4 (Nov. 1, HBO)

The social war rages on in Julian Fellowes’ period drama. While Bertha Russell (Carrie Coon) tries to repair her marriage to George (Morgan Spector), Agnes van Rhijn (Christine Baranski) sees an opening to claw her way back to the top by hosting a dinner for President Grover Cleveland (guest star Jim Gaffigan). Marian (Louisa Jacobson) and Larry (Harry Richardson) continue their reconciliation, and Peggy (Denée Benton) prepares to marry Dr. Kirkland, even though his formidable mother (Phylicia Rashad) tosses her opinions around like grenades. — Kelly Woo

Premieres Nov. 1 on HBO and HBO Max

‘The Greatest’ (Nov. 4, Prime Video)

Boxing icon Muhammad Ali gets his first-ever authorized scripted series with this Prime Video biographical drama, an eight-part limited series executive-produced by Michael B. Jordan and Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter. Jaalen Best ("All American: Homecoming") gloves up as the man formerly known as Cassius Clay, as the sports drama chronicles the young fighter’s pursuit of the heavyweight title following his 1960 Olympic gold win. Omari Hardwick plays Ali’s father Cash Sr., with Dana Fourrier as his mother Bird, Amin Joseph as pro boxer Sonny Liston, and Michael Ealy as civil rights leader Malcolm X. — Christina Izzo

Premieres Nov. 4 on Prime Video

‘Stick’ season 2 (Nov. 4, Apple TV)

Washed-up golfer Pryce Cahill (Owen Wilson) can pat himself on the back for helping teenage golf phenom Santi (Peter Dager) chase a pro career. Now, he decides to take another swing at his own. With former rival Clark (Timothy Olyphant) pushing him back onto the course, Pryce sets his sights on the U.S. Open and an extremely ambitious record: becoming its oldest winner. Enter Coach Amanda (Rhea Seehorn), the “swing doctor,” who quickly realizes this comeback may need more than a few tweaks. — KW

Premieres Nov. 4 on Apple TV

‘Black Doves’ season 2 (Nov. 5, Netflix)

Nothing says “happy holidays” quite like political blackmail, professional assassins and a marriage built on secrets. Keira Knightley’s Helen Webb is still leaking state secrets to her spy-for-hire bosses, but with her husband Wallace (Andrew Buchan) poised to become prime minister, the stakes are getting even higher and more dangerous. Meanwhile, Ben Whishaw’s Sam is back by her side and Sarah Lancashire’s Mrs. Reed fights for her own survival. — KW

Premieres Nov. 5 on Netflix

‘The Institute’ season 2 (Nov. 8, MGM+)

After escaping a nightmare facility for psychic kids, Luke Ellis (Joe Freeman) and his fellow survivors have a new mission: Make sure the Institute stays dead. Unfortunately, its shadowy Director has other plans, recruiting eccentric tech billionaire Nolan Reeves (Alfie Allen) to rebuild his child-torturing empire. Meanwhile, fugitive Ms. Sigsby (Mary-Louise Parker) is plotting her way back inside. The adaptation is now beyond Stephen King’s book, meaning even readers won’t know what fresh horrors await. — KW

Premieres Nov. 8 on MGM+

‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ season 3 (Nov. 11, Prime Video)

Middle-earth is having a very bad century. Five years after Sauron (Charlie Vickers) sent the Elves into retreat, the Dark Lord is back with a bigger army and one very ambitious DIY project: forging the One Ring. But his attempts aren't exactly going to plan. Meanwhile, Galadriel (Morfydd Clark) has an awkward reunion with her husband, Celeborn (Jamie Campbell Bower), but has bigger issues to deal with, as she, Elrond (Robert Aramayo) and the other free peoples must find a way to unite.

Premieres Nov. 11 on Prime Video

‘The Good Daughter’ (Nov. 12, Peacock)

Rose Byrne and Meghann Fahy lead this six-episode thriller series — which is adapted by Karin Slaughter from her 2019 bestselling novel of the same name — playing a pair of lawyer sisters who are pulled out of their estrangement when a brutal new case dredges up suppressed childhood trauma and dark family secrets. Set in the fictional Georgia town of Pikesville, the small-town mystery also stars Brendan Gleeson, Olivia Williams, Paula Malcomson and Harper Steele. — CI

Premieres Nov. 12 on Peacock

‘12 12 12’ (Nov. 13, Apple TV)

Robbing a bank is easy; getting away with it is much harder. This heist thriller follows an audacious Zurich theft’s three very different deadlines: 12 months of planning, 12 hours of execution and 12 days to avoid getting caught. Anthony Mackie plays a disgraced FBI agent hunting Jamie Dornan’s career criminal across Europe, but this isn’t just a cops-and-robbers exercise. There’s a personal score to settle, too. — KW

Premieres Nov. 13 on Apple TV

‘Heartland’ (Nov. 13, Netflix)

Country music is having a moment right now, so when I heard Netflix was set to release a new movie set in Nashville, I assumed it would be a cloying feel-good dramedy about a starlet trying to make her name in Music City, falling in love with a hunky guy along the way.

My assumption was wrong. “Heartland” is indeed set in the country music capital, but it’s no cliché underdog story. Instead, it’s a mystery thriller starring Oscar winner Jessica Chastain, in which she plays a faded country star who must explore the city’s seedy underbelly to unearth answers when her niece (played by IRL country artist Carter Faith) goes missing. I might not know my Luke Combs from my Luke Bryan, but consider me intrigued! — Rory Mellon

Premieres Nov. 13 on Netflix

‘Guarding Stars’ (Nov. 18, Netflix)

Based on Katherine Center’s novel “The Bodyguard.” Leighton Meester stars in this fake dating rom-com as Hannah Brooks, an executive protection agent assigned to guard Jack Stapleton (Jared Padalecki of “Supernatural”), an action star being hounded by a stalker. To keep Jack’s family from worrying, the two pretend to be a couple while living on his family ranch. There's just one problem: the closer they get, the harder it becomes to tell what’s an act and what’s real. Ain't that always the way? It looks especially cozy, though, and that's what I'm interested in for this holiday season. — Brittany Vincent

Premieres Nov. 18 on Netflix

‘Madden’ (Nov. 18, Prime Video)

Nicolas Cage transforms into one of football’s most beloved figures in this Prime Video original. "Madden" follows the life of John Madden from his Super Bowl-winning years coaching the Oakland Raiders and his partnership with owner Al Davis (Christian Bale) to his legendary broadcasting career. And of course it explores the creation of the blockbuster “Madden NFL” video game series, which may be the only knowledge you have of the man. Whether you grew up on his broadcasts or bought his video games for yourself or for the kids, it’s a larger-than-life portrait of an American icon. — BV

Premieres Nov. 18 on Prime Video

‘The Altruists’ (Nov. 19, Netflix)

Created and written by Graham Moore and Jacqueline Hoyt, this brainy Netflix limited series charts the rise and fall of FTX — the cryptocurrency exchange that famously collapsed in November 2022 — via the tumultuous romance and partnership between its young, idealistic founder Sam Bankman-Fried (played by Anthony Boyle) and Alameda Research co-CEO Caroline Ellison (Julia Garner). The couple’s attempts to remake the global financial system ended up ruining the lives of those around them, with a supporting cast that includes Alex Lawther, Matt Rife, Madison Hu, Karan Soni, Paul Reiser, Hudson Williams and Jennifer Grey. — CI

Premieres Nov. 19 on Netflix

‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ season 3 (Nov. 20, Disney+)

Disney+’s adaptation of Rick Riordan’s YA book series returns for a third season, bringing “The Titan’s Curse,” the third novel, to the screen for the first time. When Annabeth (Leah Sava Jeffries) suddenly vanishes and the Oracle of Delphi delivers a Great Prophecy that could decide the fate of Olympus, Percy Jackson (Walker Scobell) and Grover (Aryan Simhadri) set off on a new quest. Their mission? Rescue Annabeth and the goddess Artemis from the Titan Atlas. With new allies, a darker tone and higher stakes than ever, this season may very well inspire you (and me, if I ever have time) to get into the books. — BV

Premieres Nov. 20 on Disney+

‘Yellowjackets’ season 4 (Nov. 20, Paramount+)

The Yellowjackets are finally getting rescued. The Emmy-nominated thriller returns for its fourth and final season with the teenage survivors edging closer to salvation, but a ride home comes with one hell of a price: their darkest secrets could come spilling out. Meanwhile, in the present day, Shauna (Melanie Lynskey), Taissa (Tawny Cypress), Misty (Christina Ricci) and the gang face an unwelcome blast from the past when an old flame returns with an agenda of her own. Some reunions are best avoided.

Premieres Nov. 20 on Paramount+ Premium

‘Dig’ (Nov. 23, Peacock)

Amy Poehler reunites with “Parks and Recreation” creator Michael Schur for “Dig,” which follows a team of archaeologists and college students spending their summer at an excavation site in Greece. When they unearth a rare artifact, the discovery sends the whole group off on a globe-trotting adventure. If you love Poehler's signature brand of deadpan comedy, this one is probably going to be a no-brainer. — BV

Premieres Nov. 23 on Peacock

‘Way of the Warrior Kid’ (Nov. 25, Apple TV)

Forget Fight Club; 11-year-old Marc has a Navy SEAL instructor in his corner. March (Jude Hill) can’t seem to catch a break at school, whether he’s struggling in P.E. or getting tormented by bullies. Enter his uncle Jake (Chris Pratt), a decorated soldier recovering from an injury who launches Operation Warrior Kid to help Marc toughen up. But this isn’t just about learning to throw a punch. Based on Jocko Willink’s bestselling book, McG’s drama is more akin to “The Karate Kid.” — KW

Premieres Nov. 25 on Apple TV

‘Blade Runner 2099’ (Nov. 25, Prime Video)

When the truly excellent “Blade Runner 2049” film flopped at the box office, I feared my second-favorite sci-fi franchise (“Alien” will always be my No. 1) would be heading to cryosleep for a long time. Fortunately, Prime Video is returning to this neo-noir vision of the future with a new series, “Blade Runner 2099.” And it’s already at the top of my watchlist.

Starring two fantastic actresses, Michelle Yeoh and Hunter Schafer, the show is set in, you’ve guessed it, 2099, and at this point in the Blade Runner timeline, things are even worse for humanity. Following an uprising, Replicants (basically genetically engineered humanoids) have taken control, with surviving humans becoming second-class citizens.

Roles have been reversed, with Replicants Blade Runners hunting down anybody who poses a threat to the new world order. In this far future, we’ll meet Olwen (Yeoah), a Blade Runner nearing retirement, and Cora (Schafer), a human pretending to be synthetic. — RM

Premieres Nov. 25 on Prime Video

‘The Mosquito Bowl’ (Nov. 25, Netflix)

Netflix’s new war movie is part of the streamer's recent (slightly surprising) commitment to theatrical-focused releases. It’s getting nearly a whole month in U.S. cinemas starting on Oct. 30, before dropping on the big red streaming service on Nov. 25.

Based on real events, it follows a quartet of promising college football players who put their dreams of sports stardom aside to enlist in the U.S. Marines after the attack on Pearl Harbor. As they prepare to fight in the brutal invasion of Okinawa, they learn the true meaning of brotherhood and the cost of war. Plus, they even find time to throw the pigskin around.

“The Mosquito Bowl” comes from director Peter Berg, who has a solid track record of crafting explosive, engaging action-thriller flicks including “Lone Survivor” and “Deepwater Horizon,” and he also created “Friday Night Lights.” So, he knows how to bring football to the screen. — RM

Premieres Nov. 25 on Netflix

‘The Hunting Wives’ season 2 (Nov. 26, Netflix)

TV’s horniest show about gun-happy Texans (sorry, "Dutton Ranch") returns for its high-stakes second installment on Netflix, picking up months after the explosive events of that season 1 finale. Sophie (Brittany Snow) and Margo (Malin Åkerman) are still on the outs, but they’re soon forced back together via old secrets and new foes. (Speaking of, John Stamos, Dale Dickey and Kim Matula are all joining the cast for season 2.) There are more shoot-outs, shocking twists, and, yes, sultry homoeroticism coming to Maple Brook —consider us seated! — CI

Premieres Nov. 26 on Netflix

Looking for a horror movie to watch this Halloween? As a huge horror fan, I've seen a lot of them over the years, and precious few are worth your time. With all the new movies coming and going from the best streaming platforms every month, narrowing down what to watch next can be a little overwhelming.

That's where I come in. I'm shining a spotlight on the best horror movies available across all the major streaming platforms, from Netflix and Prime Video to HBO Max and Hulu. Whether you're in the mood for a tried-and-true classic, an underrated gem or a newer release that deserves a spot on your Halloween watchlist, I've got plenty of spooky recommendations to help make your movie night a scream.

'Sinners' (HBO Max)

If you're just dipping your toes into the horror genre, this is the one to watch. I recommend "Sinners" to horror fans and non-horror fans alike. Director Ryan Coogler's vampire horror blockbuster feels more like church than a movie; its sound design is so mesmerizing and electric, you can't help but get swept up in the fever. Honestly, maybe it's for the best that I didn't catch this movie in theaters. I'd have been shoutin' down the aisles.

Set in 1930s Mississippi, "Sinners" tells the story of twin brothers (both played by long-time Coogler collaborator Michael B. Jordan), who return to their hometown to convert an abandoned sawmill into the juke joint of their dreams. Opening night is a roaring success, until a gang of vampires led by Jack O'Connell's chilling and charming Remmick crashes the party.

Watch "Sinners" on HBO Max now

'The Substance' (Hulu)

Demi Moore enjoyed a well-deserved career resurgence thanks to her fearless performance in "The Substance," which earned a rare horror movie Best Actress nomination for her portrayal of Elisabeth Sparkle, a fading Hollywood star in her 50s. After being unceremoniously fired by her producer (Dennis Quaid) for being too old, Elisabeth turns to a black-market drug that unleashes a younger, hotter version of herself (Margaret Qualley) to step back into the spotlight she craves.

There's just one catch: This substance comes with a strict set of instructions, and failing to follow them can (and does) have some seriously gruesome consequences. A stomach-churning yet remarkably effective satire on how the entertainment industry treats aging women, Coralie Fargeat's "The Substance" is one of the rare body-horror films to win over major awards committees, scoring five Oscar nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director.

Watch "The Substance" on Hulu now

'The Witch' (Prime Video)

Before Robert Eggers' "Werwulf" comes out this Christmas, you owe it to yourself to catch the horror movie that put him on the map: "The Witch." This 2015 chilling folk horror tale cemented the filmmaker as a talent to watch, and while its slow pacing and old-timey dialogue might be a turn off for some folks, if you're willing to sit with it, I promise you "The Witch" is a horror film you won't soon forget.

Set in 17th-century New England, it follows brooding patriarch William (Ralph Ineson) and his family after they’re banished from their settlement and forced to start over on a remote farm bordering a clearly haunted forest. When their youngest son, Samuel, goes missing, their eldest daughter, Thomasin (Anya Taylor-Joy) is the first suspect thanks to her witchy ways. Along with the winter's cold, paranoia sets in, and William grows convinced that something evil is lurking in the woods — and that Thomasin may be to blame.

Watch "The Witch" on Prime Video now

'Oculus' (Netflix)

Before "Carrie" and "Haunting of Hill House," acclaimed horror director Mike Flanagan provided some nightmare fuel that haunts me to this day with "Oculus." This trippy horror movie adds a fresh perspective to a familiar framework, where a cursed mirror not only warps the minds of the main characters, but disorients the audience until you're questioning what's real and what's a hallucination.

Said mirror is responsible for the deaths of Kaylie (Karen Gillan) and Tim's (Brenton Thwaites) parents, who began acting strange and talking to the apparition of a dark-haired woman (Flanagan’s future wife and frequent collaborator Kate Siegel) before they passed. Adding to this disorientation, "Oculus" shift between two timelines: when the siblings were young and first witnessing the mirror's horrible influence, and then 11 years later when they come back to put an end to its demented reign of terror for good.

Watch "Oculus" on Netflix now

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AC Milan vs Inter Milan is free-to-air in the U.K. with BBC Two and BBC iPlayer having coverage of the Milan derby.

Kick-off arrives at 3:45 p.m. ET / 12:45 p.m. PT / 7:45 p.m. GMT on Saturday, 31 October.

Ruben Amorim's AC Milan may have lost just one game this season, but they already find themselves seven points behind their city rivals. While Inter have struggled in Europe, their Serie A form has been nothing short of sensational, with eight wins and one draw from their first nine games as they aim to win their third title in four years.

However, one thing they'll be desperate to change is their dreadful recent record in the Milan derby. Inter haven't beaten AC Milan since April 2024, with I Rossoneri winning five of the last seven meetings between the two sides.

Expect Cristian Chivu's side to come out firing as they look to set things straight against their bitter rivals.

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AC Milan vs Inter Milan is free to stream in the U.K. thanks to BBC Two and BBC iPlayer.

How to watch AC Milan vs Inter Milan for free from anywhere with a VPN

If you're not in your home country for AC Milan vs Inter Milan and find yourself unable to stream the Milan derby, you can still tune in via a virtual private network, or VPN. A VPN makes it appear that you're surfing the web from your home location — meaning that you can access the streaming services you already have. It's all totally legal and easy to do.

We've tested many different VPN services and our favorite is NordVPN:

Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is one of our favorites.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance if you're visiting the U.S. and want to view BBC iPlayer's stream, you'd select U.K. from the list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to BBC iPlayer and watch AC Milan vs Inter Milan for free from anywhere.

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I’ve been working as a mattress tester for three years now and in that time I’ve tested a lot of beds. But only one of them, the Nolah Natural 11, now $1,364 (was $2,099) in a queen at Nolah, has used natural latex. This naturally cooling foam is a sustainable alternative to the memory foam found in almost every bed in a box nowadays.

You can find non-toxic materials like latex and wool in many of the year's best mattresses, but the Nolah Natural comes crammed with eco-credentials. GOLS-certified latex, an organic cotton cover, and recycled steel coils result in a long-lasting bed with enhanced breathability for a cooler, cleaner night's sleep.

I've been tracking the monthly mattress deals, so I know that at the beginning of the week, there was just 30% off at Nolah. That makes this weekend's 35% off deal one you don't want to miss. Especially as I don't think it's going to get any better come Black Friday...

Naturally cooling and comfortable latex

The best organic mattresses are known for their non-toxic support and breathability. The Nolah Natural is no different.

As the lead tester of the Nolah Natural 11 Mattress review, I was thoroughly impressed with this organic latex bed's flexible feel which perfectly contoured side sleeper pressure points (that's the knee, hip and shoulder).

I slept on the Nolah Natural for a month and found it to be ultra-responsive. It's a great choice for those who prefer a springy mattress and dislike the sink-in feel of memory foam.

But while the flexibility does help cushion the pressure points for side sleepers, I found it lacked the 'hug' you get from traditional foams. It won't be the best choice for those who like a plush, pillow-top surface (try the Helix Sunset Luxe mattress instead).

However, I was impressed by how cool the Nolah Natural slept thanks to its naturally breathable materials, such as temperature-regulating wool, a moisture-wicking cotton cover, and airflow-boosting coils. The mattress also features a premium design, including a bottom cover with handles for easy moving.

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Watch Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund for free on Fandango in the U.S..

Kick-off for Der Klassiker arrives at 1:30 p.m. ET / 10:30 a.m. PT / 5:30 p.m. GMT on Saturday, 31 October.

Bayern Munich and Dortmund have been the pace-setters in the early weeks of the Bundesliga, sitting first and second, respectively, on 17 points after seven games. As has become customary in German football, this fixture can often shape the destination of the Bundesliga title, but it has become something of a one-sided affair in recent years. Bayern have lost just one of their last 17 games against Niko Kovac’s side, while Dortmund are now 14 years without a title.

This is a chance for Dortmund to set the tone and show that this year is different. But with a front three of Michael Olise, Luis Diaz and Ballon d’Or winner Harry Kane to contend with, defense will have to be the first port of call. That should suit Kovac’s side, who have conceded just four goals in the league so far this season, all across two games. At the other end Serhou Guirassy, Fabio Silva and Marcel Sabitzer will have to be on song if they are to test Bayern's backline.

At Tom's Guide, we'll show you exactly how to stream Der Klassiker from anywhere in the world.

Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund: Free Stream

How to watch Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund for free from anywhere with a VPN

If you're not in your home country for Bayern vs Dortmund today and find yourself unable to stream Der Klassiker, you can still tune in via a virtual private network, or VPN. A VPN makes it appear that you're surfing the web from your home location — meaning that you can access the streaming services you already have. It's all totally legal and easy to do.

We've tested many different VPN services and our favorite is NordVPN:

Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is one of our favorites.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance if you're visiting the U.K.. and want to view Fandango's stream, you'd select U.S. from the list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to Fandango and watch Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund for free.

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Happy Halloween, my lovelies! I can't wait to see all the costumes arrive at my doorstep this evening (I saw a Shadow the Hedgehog last year and lost my ever-loving mind). To celebrate, the best streaming services are serving up plenty of treats in the form of great new movies to wile away an afternoon on the couch. But with so many to choose from, narrowing down what to watch next can became exactly the kind of headache you don't want gracing your weekend.

The Netflix Top 10 is a handy way to cut through the streaming clutter, but just because a movie makes the ranking doesn't mean it's worth your time. To save you the endless scrolling, I'm back every weekend to separate the genuine crowd-pleasers from the movies that are coasting on nostalgia, highlighting which Netflix Top 10 picks are actually worth watching.

This weekend, that includes a disaster thriller about surviving a hurricane at sea, a hit animated musical I refuse to stop yapping about (it's really that good), and a heartwarming sports comedy starring Woody Harrelson that's just the panacea to restore your faith in humanity.

None of these picks fit the vibe? No worries: Our guide to everything new on Netflix this month has plenty more recommendations on what to watch. So without further ado, here are the three must-watch movies in Netflix’s top 10 this weekend. Enjoy!

This article is based on Netflix's top 10 movies list in the U.S. as of 10:30 a.m. ET on Saturday, October 31, 2026.

Best movies in the Netflix top 10

'Surviving Hurricane Otis' (2026)

Disaster films based on real-life events can make me queasy if they don't treat the subject matter with the care they desire, but thankfully that wasn't the case with Netflix's latest "Surviving Hurricane Otis." Since last week, it's been bumped from its #1 spot by a middling Lifetime thriller, which is a crime, so I'm shouting it out again if you haven't already checked it out. The ambitious production took more than three years to complete and involved 800 people, including a 500-person visual effects team and two sailors who survived aboard their boats as a Category 5 hurricane tore through the Mexican resort city of Acapulco.

The storm killed at least 52 people and left another 31 missing, many of them sailors like Marlon Valdez and Jonathan Chico, who weathered winds of 170 miles per hour. To paint a fuller picture of the disaster, the filmmakers also spoke with other survivors, representatives from Civil Protection, the Mexican Navy and the National Meteorological System. The result is a sobering account of a tragedy that rocked the region, and how corporate greed helped make an already catastrophic situation even worse. Shocker, I know.

Watch "Surviving Hurricane Otis" on Netflix now

'K-Pop Demon Hunters' (2025)

The day I stop raving about "K-Pop Demon Hunters," check my pulse. I admittedly haven't listened to a lot of K-pop music, but I am a huge fan of Sony Pictures Animation, the Oscar-winning studio behind the "Spider-Verse" films and "The Mitchells vs. the Machines." This time last year, the movie was such a surprise hit that there was precious little merch to throw at the screaming hordes of fans. This Halloween, I fully expect to see roving bands of Rumis, Miras, and Zoeys among my neighborhood's crop of costumes, and I can't wait.

"K-Pop Demon Hunters" follows chart-topping superstars Rumi (voiced by Arden Cho), Mira (May Hong), and Zoey (Ji-young Yoo), the latest in a long line of demon hunters who shield the world from supernatural threats with their music. The trio faces their biggest threat yet when a rival boy band who comes for their crown turns out to be a group of demons in disguise. With everything they've worked for at stake, the idols gear up to kick evil spirits out of the mortal realm once and for all — if they can overcome their own inner demons holding them back, that is.

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'Champions' (2023)

Sometimes, a feel-good sports comedy is exactly what you need to start the weekend on a high note. Bobby Farrelly’s "Champions" sticks pretty closely to a familiar playbook, but Woody Harrelson is an absolute treat, which helps to sell this by-the-numbers underdog tale. He's charmingly rough around the edges as Marcus, a disgraced minor-league basketball coach who gets an unexpected shot at redemption by leading a team of players with intellectual disabilities.

After a run-in with the law, Marcus (Harrelson) is sentenced to community service and assigned to coach the Friends, a local basketball team whose members dream of competing in the Special Olympics. The program is overseen by Cheech Marin’s weary civil servant and so chronically underfunded that the team has to rely on public transportation to get to away games. At first, Marcus is frustrated by his new players' lack of experience on the court. But as he gets to know the team and learns what makes each member tick, his attitude starts to change. You can probably see where this is going, but that doesn't make the journey any less heartwarming.

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Netflix top 10 movies right now

1. "Don't Trust the Couple Upstairs" (2026)
2. "Surviving Hurricane Otis" (2026)
3. "Collision Course" (2026)
4. "Champions" (2023)
5. "Hubie Halloween" (2020)
6. "Animals" (2026)
7. "Gladiator 2" (2024)
8. "Twilight" (2008)
9. "The Breadwinner" (2026)
10. "K-Pop Demon Hunters" (2025)

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Watch Bournemouth vs Leeds as the in-form Cherries welcome a stubborn Leeds side to the Vitality Stadium for Saturday's Premier League clash.

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Bournemouth may have taken a little time to adjust to new head coach Marco Rose's style of play and weeknights on the continent, but their very ordinary start to the season has now been long forgotten after two of the best results in the club's history. First came that magical night at Dean Court, when they overcame the mighty AC Milan 3-0 in the Europa League. And then, only three days later, another 3-0 victory at Old Trafford over Man United. Marcus Tavernier, who scored in both games, has been a revelation and must surely be in consideration for a full international cap alongside teammate Alex Scott. While the backline have racked up five consecutive clean sheets in all competitions.

Their guests on Saturday, conversely, made a relatively fast start to their league campaign. Daniel Farke's men have proved stubborn opposition, so far losing only one of their eight league games. Outside of a 4-1 thrashing of Newcastle, however, goals have been hard to come by for the Yorkshire club, scoring only five more in the other seven matches. Dominic Calvert-Lewin is fit and will hope to add to his tally of three league goals, while the best — and a first goal for the club — is still yet to be seen from new boy Harry Wilson.

A win for the Cherries would see them leapfrog their opponents and into the top half of the table. So read on to find out how you can watch Bournemouth vs Leeds live in the 2026/27 Premier League, no matter where you are in the world.

Watch Bournemouth vs Leeds from anywhere

Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching the soccer on your usual subscription?

You can still watch Bournemouth vs Leeds in the EPL live thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software can make your devices appear to be back in your home country regardless of where you are, making it ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business. One of our favorites is Proton VPN — it does everything and comes with up to 70% off.

Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, Proton VPN is one of our favorites.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance if you're away in the U.K. and want to view your usual U.S. service, you'd select a United States server from the list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to your usual streaming service and watch Bournemouth vs Leeds.

How to watch Bournemouth vs Leeds live streams in the U.S.

Bournemouth vs Leeds is being streamed on Peacock in the U.S.

Peacock Premium comes in at $12.99/month or $129.99/year and will provide access to Bournemouth vs Leeds as well as a host of other Premier League games across the season.

You can also get Peacock Premium as part of a Walmart Plus trial, which costs just $1.

Not in the U.S. right now? Use a VPN while traveling overseas to watch live streams from your usual subscription.

How to watch Bournemouth vs Leeds live streams in the U.K.

There is a 3 p.m. blackout in operation in the U.K. meaning Saturday games at that time cannot be shown on live television. As a result, there is no option to watch Bournemouth vs Leeds live on the day.

The best option is to watch the highlights on Match of the Day, which plays on BBC One on Saturday nights. You can catch the show on BBC iPlayer, too

Those abroad can still follow the game by using one of the best VPN services, such as Proton VPN.

How to watch Bournemouth vs Leeds live streams in Canada

Bournemouth vs Leeds is available to watch on Fubo in Canada.

Prices start at CA$31.49/month for Fubo's Sports Monthly package. You can also access Fubo's Premier League coverage through an eligible DAZN subscription.

Temporarily away from Canada? Don't let that stop you — you can still watch Premier League soccer thanks to Proton VPN.

How to watch Bournemouth vs Leeds live streams in Australia

Stan Sport is the place to go to watch Bournemouth vs Leeds in Australia.

Stan Sport costs AU$29.99/month — that's AU$9.99 for the Basic package and AU$20 for the Sport add-on.

Outside of Australia this weekend? Use Proton VPN and stream EPL soccer online from anywhere.

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I have spent the better part of the last five years treating flat irons like an airborne virus.

Don’t get me wrong, I am not in the "air-drying only” camp. I diffuse my curls regularly, and when I do indulge in heat styling, I defer almost exclusively to my Dyson Airwrap — the curly and coily version, of course. But standard, sizzling, ceramic clamping straighteners? Absolutely not.

Ever since I committed to nursing my curl pattern back from the brink of oblivion, traditional flat irons have remained permanently banned from my bathroom vanity. Then the algorithm stepped in. After seeing Wavytalk’s Steam Sesh ($79 on Amazon) on what felt like every third video on my feed, I finally caved.

Here’s how a 10-minute session went down, and why I might be in my straight-hair era.

The nostalgia of the heat chamber

The promise of steam styling is what lured me in. Unlike traditional flat irons that pan-fry your hair bone-dry, steam infuses moisture directly into the cuticle, reducing heat damage, boosting shine, and holding frizz at bay.

It’s also a nostalgic full-circle moment. At fourteen, I had a curling tong with a plastic water cap you pumped down for bursts of lukewarm steam. Seeing that category modernized feels grounded in an industry obsessed with over-engineering every tool to death.

Out of the box, you get a surprisingly generous starter kit: a heat-resistant glove, a scrunchie, two sectioning clips, a detachable comb, and a dropper for the water reservoir. Wavytalk insists on distilled water to avoid mineral buildup.

Naturally, I had none and used tap — so consider this your PSA to buy a jug before your delivery arrives. As my mother always put it: do as I say, not as I did.

What it’s actually like to use

Using the Steam Sesh feels wonderfully analog in a world where every beauty tool suddenly requires an app or a Bluetooth pairing. The controls are simple: on/off and temperature, as well a dedicated steam button you can turn on or leave off depending on what you want.

I set the heat, skipped the fussy, paper-thin sectioning I usually dread, and just went for it.

My entire head took about 10 minutes. The steam gave a quiet hiss as the plates glided down, and instead of that scorched-keratin smell, my hair felt soft, hydrated, and surprisingly glossy.

In a beauty space obsessed with 12-step routines customized to your exact hair porosity, it’s refreshing to find a straightforward, one-size-fits-all tool that just gets on with the job, and, I might add, does it extremely well.

The 10-hour endurance test

The real kicker was the endurance test. I styled it in the morning, went about my day, and by evening, there was barely a rogue kink or puff of frizz in sight. My Dyson is great, but getting this level of pin-straight glassiness without feeling like I compromised my hair’s structural integrity has made me an instant fan.

At $79 (or $56 if you grab it while its on sale), calling the Steam Sesh a good value is an understatement. It’s an absolute steal that proves you don’t always need to drop a small fortune to get salon-quality results at home.

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The clocks change this weekend in the U.S. — that’s right, on November 1 the clocks will go back, meaning everybody gets an extra hour in bed. That sounds good at first, but it’s not easy for every person to naturally adjust.

I recently got my hands on the Lumie Bodyclock Spark 100 ($109 at Amazon) and have been using it for over three weeks, including the weekend the clocks went back on my side of the pond. Thanks to this sunrise alarm clock, not only was it easy to adjust to the time change, my sleep has changed certifiably for the better.

The best sunrise alarm clocks aim to do one thing: make it easier to wake up on dark mornings. If you experience seasonal affective disorder, or just struggle to wake up in fall and winter, I strongly encourage picking one up — they really do make a huge difference, which I can now personally attest to.

Using the Bodyclock Spark 100, I instantly noticed that I didn’t feel bleary-eyed and confused like I used to when I woke up with my phone’s alarm; I felt more refreshed and ready to start the day. Having a light already on in the morning also made it easier to get out of bed without falling back to sleep — and without the burning eye pain of flicking the main light in my room. In fact, the first few times I used the alarm clock, I woke up before the beeps, and was actually convinced for a few seconds that the sunrise was real.

This clock's design is compact and unobtrusive, so it fit on my nightstand easily. The alarm took moments to set up, and I didn’t need to worry about charging it since it plugs straight into an outlet.

You can get sunrise alarm clocks with lots of fancy features now, like sleep tracking and Bluetooth support… but I specifically didn’t want any of that. I want to try and use my phone less, not spend time messing around with apps. And I prefer to keep my sleep data private, thank you very much. The Lumie Bodyclock Spark 100 ticks those boxes, and priced at $109, it’s also a fairly affordable option, especially if you can catch it on sale.

However, the stripped-back features might not be to everyone’s taste. I aim to wake up at the same time every day, so all I needed to do was set the alarm time once. But there’s no way to set multiple alarm times or routines, so you’ll have to set the alarm manually every time you want to use it. I just set the alarm to go off again the next day as soon as I shut it off in the morning, which is easy enough to do with a single button press. Having the alarm already set at the start of the day actually motivated me to make sure I went to sleep at a decent time, too.

My biggest issue with the Bodyclock Spark 100 is the alarm beep. The lowest volume setting of the alarm is totally fine, but anything louder than that had my alarm clock emitting an out-of-tune wailing beep that made me jolt awake in a panic. That’s exactly what I wanted to avoid when I got a sunrise alarm clock. If you don’t like the sound, you can turn the beep off entirely, but the light alone might not be enough to wake you up. And there are no alternative alarm sounds.

Considering the fact that you can get a dimmable smart lightbulb for $20 (or less) and set up a smart routine for it to wake you up in the morning with a simulated sunrise, not everyone is going to want to spend $109 on the Lumie Bodyclock Spark 100. But it did make waking up in the mornings much smoother and less stressful; that made it worth the asking price.

For me, truly great movies have captivating and unexpected storylines, interesting characters and great dialogue. And if a line or two of that dialogue becomes iconic, then all the better! Today's multiple choice '80s movies quiz celebrates some of the best quips, catchphrases and memorable quotes of the decade. Bruce Willis, Tom Cruise and Meg Ryan are just a taste of the stars whose movies may feature.

I found it hard to stick to just 10 quotes — there were so many great ones, I think I'll have to do a follow-up just on great opening or closing lines. I have to admit, one of the famous quotes in here was super familiar to me, but I didn't actually know which movie it was from. Hopefully you will know, and score top marks. Enjoy!

If you're still in the mood for more challenges, you're in luck. Why not try matching these 10 stars to their classic 80s movies, or naming an 80s movie from the best friend?

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