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The LG 75-inch 85A QNED Mini-LED TV is under $900 — its best price ever

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 10:28

SAVE $703: As of Feb. 18, the LG 75-inch 85A QNED Mini-LED 4K TV is on sale for only $896.99 at Amazon. That's around 44% in savings and matches its best price on record.

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While it's not traditionally the best time to buy a TV, it is a pretty great time to buy one specific TV: the LG QNED85A.

As of Feb. 18, the LG 75-inch 85A QNED Mini-LED 4K TV is on sale at Amazon for only $896.99. While Amazon's listing might make it look like a price drop of only $500 or so, it's actually a savings of over $700 (about 44%). The actual list price is between $1,599.99 and $1,799.99 — as seen at Best Buy and LG's own website — so Amazon cuts itself short. This price matches its lowest on record.

The Class 85A series from LG, one of our favorite TV brands, debuted at CES 2025. It's a mid-range Mini-LED option that uses AI to enhance your picture and audio in real time. Its Alpha 8 AI Processor Gen2 can find the perfect HDR and brightness settings for whatever you're watching, while giving the dialogue a boost over background noise and refining the sound to suit your preferences. The AI Magic Remote can also give you content recommendations, picture and audio customizations, and even a generative AI gallery of images to transform your TV into art.

The gaming specs are stacked as well. A 120Hz native refresh rate and VRR 144Hz refresh rate, paired with AMD FreeSync Premium and LG's Game Optimizer, make for a smooth gaming experience. Meanwhile, GeForce NOW and Xbox Cloud Gaming allow for quick game streaming.

If a big screen with stunning picture quality that won't put a huge dent in your wallet is what you're after, the mid-range LG 75-inch 85A Mini-LED 4K TV is a great pick — especially when it's at its best price ever.

The Apple AirTag 4-pack is down to $64 at Amazon — save $35 right now

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 10:25

SAVE $35: As of Feb. 18, get the Apple AirTag (4-Pack) for $64, down from its usual price of $99 at Amazon. That's a discount of 35%.

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How often do you misplace important items like your keys or wallet? If you're the type of person who just can't find things on a regular basis, you might want to give in and pick up a smart tracker like an Apple AirTag to help in the future. Now's a good time to do so, in fact, as you can get a set of four for an excellent price.

As of Feb. 18, get the Apple AirTag (4-Pack) for $64, down from its usual price of $99 at Amazon. That's $35 off and a discount of 35%.

SEE ALSO: The Apple Watch Series 11 has hit its best-ever price at Amazon — save $100

Apple AirTags are extremely easy to use and can help you find all your things when you're in a pinch. Just bring one near your iPhone and you can attach it to a single item or keep it freestanding. You can name it and assign an emoji of your choice, then drop it wherever you want it.

You can track down the tag using the Find My app, which leverages nearby iPhones to ping your tag's location. It has a built-in speaker that can play a jingle to help you locate the tag, or you can follow onscreen instructions to get to your lost item. That makes it especially useful for finding your lost wallet, luggage, or even a pet should you lose it.

This deal is for the 1st-gen Apple AirTags, which have a slightly less loud speaker and range than the new models, but if you're someone who loses things often and you need a little help finding things, this 4-pack is a steal. Hand them out in your family, drop one anywhere you need it, and get some peace of mind. Your phone can help you track just about anything down.

Google officially unveils Pixel 10a with completely flat backside

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 10:23

Google's Pixel A-series is generally one of the easiest budget handsets to recommend each year. So, those in the market for a new Android phone might want to take a look at the new Pixel 10a, officially announced today.

The Pixel 10a is priced at $499 (no price increase) and delivers modest upgrades over its predecessor. The new phone will be available starting March 4, and you can pre-order the phone starting today.

I got to preview the phone at a recent demo event, and it looks very similar to last year's Pixel 9a. The prominent horizontal camera bar that adorns the regular Pixel line is still gone, in favor of an inconspicuous little camera array that now sits completely flush with the device's back.

See? It's flat. Credit: Joe Maldonado/Mashable

Last year's model also got rid of the horizontal bar, but the camera still jutted out a little bit. Now, you can lay the Pixel 10a completely flat on a table without it rocking around, a big problem with the latest Samsung phones.

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Ships March 5 Pre-order Here SEE ALSO: Google responds to claim that it stole NPR host's voice Google Pixel 10a: The specs Credit: Joe Maldonado/Mashable

Google Pixel 10a comes in four colors: Lavender, Berry, Fog, and Obsidian. It also costs $499, just like the Pixel 9a did. Here are the basic specs:

  • 6.3-inch display with 1080x2424 resolution and 60-120Hz adaptive refresh rate

  • Up to 3,000 nits peak brightness

  • Google Tensor G4 processor

  • 5,100mAh battery

  • 8GB RAM

  • 128/256GB storage

  • Two rear camera lenses: 48MP and 13MP

  • 13MP selfie camera

What's new, what's not The display hasn't changed much. Credit: Joe Maldonado/Mashable

Eagle-eyed readers will notice quite a few similarities between the Pixel 10a and the Pixel 9a on that list of specs. The battery size, RAM, and storage options are all the same as last year, too. Ditto for the camera specs.

However, the Pixel 10a does carry some upgrades. Google says the Pixel 10a is its most durable A-series phone, with IP68 water and dust resistance. The 6.3-inch Actua display also has new Corning Gorilla Glass 7i and is 11 percent brighter than the 9a.

What kind of performance will it offer? Credit: Joe Maldonado/Mashable

Interestingly, the processor hasn't changed, which is unusual for the Pixel A-series. Usually, the budget version of a Pixel phone uses the same processor as the previous model. For example, the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9a both used the Tensor G4 processor. For some reason, Google has kept the Tensor G4 processor in the Pixel 10a, despite the Pixel 10 running on Tensor G5.

At this moment in time, it's impossible to tell what practical difference this will make on performance, especially given that Google is bringing AI feature parity from the Pixel 10 to the Pixel 10a. It doesn't necessarily do anything new software-wise, but it can do basically everything the Pixel 10 could do, as far as I can tell.

Is the Pixel 10a worth it? Credit: Joe Maldonado/Mashable

Processor weirdness aside, the Pixel 10a is looking like another high-value mid-range phone from a company that's gotten very, very good at making those in recent years.

We'll know more about the Pixel 10a once we have a chance to properly test it out, and a full review ill be coming soon.

You can preorder the Google Pixel 10a for $499 at the Google Store. Shoppers who pre-order the phone at Amazon will also get a free $100 Amazon gift card.

Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on February 18

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 10:09

It's a new lunar phase tonight, but the Moon is still mostly covered in darkness. Things should start to get brighter over the coming days as we move through the lunar cycle, but for now, can you spot the Moon at all?

What is today’s Moon phase?

As of Wednesday, Feb. 18, the Moon phase is Waxing Crescent. According to NASA's Daily Moon Guide, 1% of the Moon will be lit up tonight.

When is the next Full Moon?

The next Full Moon will be on March 3. The last Full Moon was on Feb. 1.

What are Moon phases?

NASA tells us that the Moon completes a full orbit around Earth in roughly 29.5 days. During this cycle, it passes through eight distinct phases. Although we consistently see the same side of the Moon, the portion illuminated by the Sun shifts as it travels along its orbit. The changing angle of sunlight reflecting off the Moon’s surface is what makes it appear full, partially lit, or nearly dark at different times. The eight phases include:

New Moon - The Moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark (in other words, it's invisible to the eye).

Waxing Crescent - A small sliver of light appears on the right side (Northern Hemisphere).

First Quarter - Half of the Moon is lit on the right side. It looks like a half-Moon.

Waxing Gibbous - More than half is lit up, but it’s not quite full yet.

Full Moon - The whole face of the Moon is illuminated and fully visible.

Waning Gibbous - The Moon starts losing light on the right side. (Northern Hemisphere)

Third Quarter (or Last Quarter) - Another half-Moon, but now the left side is lit.

Waning Crescent - A thin sliver of light remains on the left side before going dark again.

The Bluetti AC200L portable power station with a 350W solar panel is on a major discount at Amazon

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 09:52

SAVE $700.02: The Bluetti AC200L portable power station with a 350W solar panel is on sale at Amazon for $1,298.98, down from the list price of $1,999. That's a 35% discount.

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Back in the day, going camping meant your phone and other gadgets would go dead within a day of arriving. Not to mention the coffee was instant, and once the sun went down, it was flashlight tag to find your friends. Instead of dealing with dead batteries during the upcoming camping season, upgrade the experience with a portable power station. There's a great model on sale today at Amazon, and it comes with a major perk.

As of Feb. 18, the Bluetti AC200L portable power station with a 350W solar panel is on sale at Amazon for $1,298.98, marked down from the normal price of $1,999. That's a 35% discount that saves a hefty $700.02. Note that shipping might take a week or longer, and the solar panel will ship separately from the power station.

Bluetti makes some of the most versatile portable power stations, and the AC200L brings a nice 2,048Wh to the party. This will be a major asset for camping, taking to the worksite, or powering up the backyard projector for movie nights.

The Bluetti AC200L comes with plenty of ports for your charging needs, including four AC ports, two USB-A, two USB-C, and a 30-amp plug. But one of the coolest parts about this deal is that it comes with a foldable 350W solar panel to recharge the power station. With good sun, you'll be able to recharge the AC200L back to 80 percent battery capacity in about 4.5 hours with the solar panel. If you have access to standard wall recharging, you'll get back to 80 percent in about 45 minutes.

SEE ALSO: The Anker Solix C2000 power station is over $700 off right now at Amazon

The Bluetti AC200L also offers a blazing-fast fast uninterrupted power supply (UPS) that measures 0.02 seconds. That's important if you'll be using the power station to keep the WiFi router online or power up a CPAP machine during a power outage. The 0.02-second switch over time means you won't notice the switch at all, giving you an uninterrupted power experience.

Before camping season kicks off, upgrade this year's adventures with the Bluetti AC200L portable power station and a 350W solar panel. As long as you have sunshine at camp, the power station could mean unlimited recharging of all your gadgets.

The Apple Watch Series 11 has hit its best-ever price at Amazon — save $100

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 09:40

SAVE $100: As of Feb. 18, the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) is on sale for only $299 at Amazon. That's 25% off or $100 less than its list price of $399.

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The newest Apple Watch isn't a whole lot different than its predecessor, as is the case lately with most new generations of tech products. As Mashable's tech editor put it, "We're living in the era of iterative improvements." But the Apple Watch Series 11 does significantly improve one aspect that really matters: battery life. And that's reason enough to upgrade for some folks. Another reason? It's on sale for $100 off.

As of Feb. 18, the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) is on sale for $299 at Amazon. That's 25% off its list price and matches its lowest price on record.

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Anyone who has used an Apple Watch knows how sad the battery life is, but the Series 11 finally offers a much-needed boost. While the Series 10 lasted a mere 18 hours per charge, the Series 11 brings that up to a full 24 hours. That's still not the greatest compared to other smartwatches, but any improvement is welcome in that department.

It looks, performs, and functions almost the same as the previous generation smartwatch, but now has a tougher design with durable glass that's twice as resistant to scratches, is 5G-capable for quicker connectivity, and has a Sleep Score and hypertension tool that can flag chronic high blood pressure. It's not a massive upgrade, but as Mashable's reviewer Stan Schroeder writes, "Buy it for the battery life."

How to Make a Killing review: Glen Powell stars in A24s eat-the-rich comedy

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 09:00

Parasite. Saltburn. Ready or Not. Triangle of Sadness. The Menu. Send Help. The last few years have offered moviegoers a feast of wild and compelling eat-the-rich comedies. However, A24's latest, How to Make a Killing, should not be counted among them. 

SEE ALSO: 2026 movie preview: All the films you need to know about right now

This film's predecessors offered scorching social commentary, scandalous twists, gross-out gags or gag-worthy gore, and dark humor so grim you might choke on your laughter. How to Make a Killing, however, is tame by comparison.

In every way, writer/director John Patton Ford (Emily the Criminal) has dulled the edge of the very premise, creating a dark comedy that feels less like punching up and more like a defeated shrug. 

How to Make a Killing has a video game premise. 

Glen Powell stars as Becket Redfellow, the firstborn son of a poised New York socialite, who should have been able to grant him every privilege — no matter how obscene — of the ultra-rich. 

However, because Becket was conceived out of wedlock, his mother was disowned, forced to raise him not in the luxurious family mansion in Huntington, Long Island, but in the blue-collar setting of Bellevue, New Jersey. 

In flashbacks, a young Becket is educated by his mother in the hobbies of the hobnobbing elite, like archery, and told that he is still in the will, so one day the Redfellow fortune could be his. So, naturally, when his childhood crush resurfaces as a femme fatale (Margaret Qualley), tempting him to join high society no matter the cost, Becket gets to offing his estranged relatives. 

This has the vibes of a video game at first, where he stalks a douchey Wall Street broker (Raff Law) to his yacht, then a Bushwick trustafarian (Zach Woods) to his rooftop darkroom, then a two-faced televangelist (Topher Grace) to the office of his megachurch. With each successful murder, Becket is one step closer to the big boss, his ornery grandfather Whitelaw Redfellow (Ed Harris, bringing Love Lies Bleeding menace to a higher social class). 

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However, where Qualley's Waspy seductress is the devil on his shoulder, an angel appears in Jessica Henwick, who plays an aspiring high school teacher named Ruth, who is proud of her "small dreams." Which woman — and thereby which path — will Becket choose? It's not as fun as it should be to find out. 

Glen Powell is miscast in How to Make a Killing. 

As in Edgar Wright's The Running Man remake, this strong-jawed leading man with brilliantly white, straight teeth is cast as a working-class everyman, put-upon by a wealthy ruling class that scoffs at his suffering. However, Powell doesn't look working class, no matter how he might muss his hair. 

Becket was supposed to be born into a life of privilege, so you could argue him looking the part is the point. OK. But the other problem is, Powell is just not as funny as the supporting players around him. Law is channeling The Wolf of Wall Street slapstick as a finance bro with no self-awareness. Woods is sharply comedic as a self-important photographer with more money than vision. Grace, who looks jarring with a deep spray tan and a litter of tattoos, is unnervingly amusing as a modern pastor whose true passion is scamming. Add to that Bill Camp (Drive-Away Dolls) as a self-loathing uncle and Qualley as an over-the-top vamp, and you have a stellar supporting cast priming Powell for punchlines. And he can't land a one. (No offense to Henwick. She's cast to play a one-note good girl, so she gets nothing in the way of jokes.) 

SEE ALSO: How eat-the-rich comedies changed during COVID

Powell's playing an underdog, but he has the suavity of a leading man. And as Ford's thriller trudges into its climactic showdown, I was frustrated to realize I didn't feel invested in Becket's journey because he didn't feel remotely real to me. While everyone else had built characters kooky, bold, and — even if thinly written — defined, Powell's revenge killer struck me as bland, despite his murder spree. 

How to Make a Killing falls short of shocking, surprising, or fun. 

Ford conceives of unexpected ways to kill the first couple of cousins. However, for those seeking gruesome spectacle, as is common for eat-the-rich comedies, you'll be let down by how often the deaths happen out of frame. There's nothing as heart-stopping as the climax of Parasite's party, or as gross as Triangle of Sadness's vomit fest, or as satisfying as the gloppy explosions in Ready or Not. And Ford certainly doesn't genre-bend as effectively as Sam Raimi does with Send Help

For those hoping for a thrilling cat-and-mouse game with the FBI agents who turn up after the second murder, you'll be frustrated by how the authorities are painted as both outrageously incompetent and, abruptly, incredibly competent, depending on the needs of the plot. 

How to Make a Killing isn't shocking in its violence, but it is bold in its gaping plot holes. For a movie so fixated on how its anti-hero aims to get away with murder, it's wild to ignore typical evidence, like DNA, as a plot point. 

But most frustrating of all is how How to Make a Killing offers neither political satire nor cheap thrills, delivering a tedious cautionary tale about the pursuit of money at all costs. All the other comedies I mentioned use their twisted tales to not only entertain but also urge their audience to consider how class conflict and wealth inequality impacts them and their world. How to Make A Killing offers a story that feels bound by Hays Code conventions, antiquated guidelines for Hollywood movies intended to keep them from being too subversive or controversial. While that code fell out of fashion in the 1960s, it's alarming to see in 2026 a movie from A24, the groundbreaking studio behind such superb cinema as Lady Bird, Moonlight, The Florida Project, and Everything Everywhere All at Once, deliver an eat-the-rich comedy so tame. 

How to Make a Killing opens in theaters on Feb. 20.

Grab 8 Pokemon TCG: Phantasmal Flames booster packs at a new low price on Amazon — save $20

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 08:47

TL;DR: Eight-pack lots of Pokémon TCG: Phantasmal Flames booster packs are now $69.98 on Amazon. That’s a 22% discount from the $89.99 list price.

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Modern expansions in the Pokémon trading card game are still hard to come by at reasonable prices, but now you can save just over $20 when stocking up on Phantasmal Flames. As of Feb. 18, you can buy an eight-pack lot of Pokémon TCG: Phantasmal Flames booster packs for $69.98 — that's $20.01 off its original list price of $89.99. 

Checking price tracker camelcamelcamel has confirmed that this is a fairly new listing, but it is still an amazing deal considering the other prices out there. 

Firstly, as with other expansions, each Phantasmal Flames booster pack will give you 10 random cards from its 120-card total — giving you the chance to pull stunning and valuable Special Illustration Rares like Mega Charizard X ex and Dawn, although you can also buy single cards from the expansion at TCGplayer.

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Due to the long ongoing issues with the Pokémon TCG’s high consumer demand vs. supply, it’s been almost impossible to have readily available booster packs at market value pricing. With this eight-pack lot sold for $69.98, you would normally be saving money with each booster worth $8.74. However, Phantasmal Flames seem to be seeing even shorter supply than normal — resulting in its boosters being sold for $11.43. So you're getting an even bigger saving with this bundle.

To get more of Phantasmal Flames at a good price, the Weavile 3-Pack Blister is still going for $34.99 at Amazon. What’s more, the Pokémon TCG Pokémon Day 2026 Collection is still available for under $40 at Amazon.

Get $80 off Sonos Ace headphones at Amazon — act fast to score this limited-time discount

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 08:38

SAVE $80: As of Feb. 18, Sonos Ace headphones are on sale for $319 at Amazon. This deal saves you $80 on their list price of $399.

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Are you searching for some new headphones to take on adventures once the warmer weather rolls in? The Sonos Ace are worth a look and they're on sale at Amazon. For a limited time, you can grab the black pair for $319 at Amazon.

This is an $80 drop from the Sonos Ace list price of $399, but it only applies to the black headphones. The white pair are also on sale right now, although they've only been reduced to $349. You'll save money on whichever pair you decide to go with, but the black pair are the real standout deal of the two.

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As is the case with many products from Sonos, the Sonos Ace feature a sleek, understated style that's comfy to boot. In our review of the Sonos Ace, Mashable's Miller Kern said they're "the most comfortable over-ear headphones I’ve personally tried." It's not just the comfort department that they excel in, though. The Sonos Ace also boast great sound quality, spatial audio, and active noise cancellation, alongside up to 30 hours of battery life with ANC enabled.

When it comes to the ANC, Kern noted that it's "pretty good noise cancellation that blocks out most outside noise." And as for sound quality? Kern had high praise, saying, "Other headphones I’ve tested pale in comparison to Sonos Ace when it comes to sound quality."

Treat yourself to new headphones with this great deal on the Sonos Ace at Amazon.

Audible launches Read & Listen, allowing you to follow along with your audiobook

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 08:30

We're not here to debate if audiobooks count as reading, and neither is Audible. Audiobooks are an essential part of the reading world, providing an accessible and convenient option. But what if you want to read and listen at the same time? Well, Audible has built that into its app.

Read & Listen is the latest feature coming to Audible. Now, while listening to an audiobook, the app shows synchronized text to the audiobook track. It's a flexible option for those moments you want to be fully immersed and others when you just want to listen on the go.

You can swap between Listen and Read & Listen modes on any book. Credit: Audible / Mashable

Included in the Read & Listen feature is one-tap mode switching between listen and read & listen, real-time synchronization, which highlights word-by-word, and easy discovery in which Audible automatically identifies matching e-books in a customer's Kindle library, surfacing eligible titles in a dedicated Library tab. The catalogue is global for Listen & Read with titles available in English, German, Spanish, Italian, and French.

Andy Tsao, Chief Product Officer at Audible, says, "Read & Listen gives book lovers the best of both worlds. Whether you're learning a new language, studying for school, or lost in a story’s world, you no longer have to choose one format over the other."

According to Audible, users of Read & Listen consume twice as much content per month compared to audiobook-only listeners. The Read & Listen feature was previously only available in the Kindle app as part of the Whispersync for Voice experience. Now it's fully integrated into the Audible app, with discounted audiobooks available for customers who own the matching e-book.

The feature is now available to United States Audible users as of Feb. 18, 2026. Users in the UK, Australia, and Germany can access the feature on March 18, 2026.

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How I make 6 figures on OnlyFans selling feet pics

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 07:17

"No free feet" has become a meme online, but for some creators, it's actually true. Of Clips4Sale's top 10 fetishes that defined the last 20 years, the humble foot fetish topped the list. It's popular, which means it's profitable.

Naomi Noel is a foot creator, stripper, and porn performer. On OnlyFans, her foot content literally pays off. She makes around six figures a year on the platform, and for one month in 2025, made over $12,000 (she shared a screenshot of her earnings with Mashable to verify).

SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about foot fetishes

Mashable interviewed Noel about her content and her (money-making) toes.

The power of niching down

Noel was a stripper for six years before COVID struck. At the height of the pandemic, clubs closed, so she started an OnlyFans account doing nude and solo content. She found a foot creator (she can't recall who now, and she's since retired) who she taught Noel how to post on Instagram for an audience that loves feet.

"There's a large niche for that online," Noel told Mashable. "People who are looking it up, their algorithms really pick up anything to do with feet." While she does different types of adult content, feet content brings in a lot of income because it's so niche, she said.

SEE ALSO: AdultFriendFinder review: Is the hookup site legit or a scam?

Now, she produces a variety of content on different fan sites, like LoyalFans and the phone sex site SextPanther, and she also films porn for studios. She also has different social media sites and uses them in different ways. On X, she posts more explicit clips from her porn. On Instagram, she posts feet. 

"Honestly, the only way I will get any views on my Instagram is if I post my feet," she said. She also has multiple Instagram accounts for different purposes, like accounts for feet, stripping, and sex worker rights. She's very careful about what she posts to Instagram because of its content rules —  "You can't really post too much ass cheek" on Instagram, she said — but feet are different. 

Over the years, adult performers, LGBTQ content creators, and others have told Mashable they're shadowbanned from Instagram, meaning they're unsearchable and not shown to non-followers and sometimes even followers. But because feet aren't always perceived as sexual, Noel is able to post them.

SEE ALSO: How to unblock Pornhub for free

"Shadowbanning is a big deal," Noel said. "But with feet, it's actually a little bit easier because feet are not banned."

What does an adult foot creator post?

Through her experience, Noel has found out that different customers want different things. When she strips in Miami, the "girl next door" look — natural hair color, not a lot of tattoos — makes her more money.

"I dance with 50 to 100 girls in a night," she said, but online, there are thousands, if not millions, of creators. "You have to stand out. And I feel like the best way is to niche." And feet are a big niche.

Noel herself doesn't find women's feet attractive, but she understands the domination aspect of the fetish. She met a male creator who doms in his videos, and his submissive women worship his feet.

SEE ALSO: A beginner's guide to understanding Dom/sub dynamics

"When I started seeing it from my own perspective, as a sub, I was like, 'OK, now I get it,'" she told Mashable.

When she does foot content, she does so from a dom perspective because that's what customers want. "They want to worship the ground you walk on, in a way," she said. "That's the real psychological part of it."

She'll oil her feet and ask men to pay for her pedicures — then she'll send out videos to whoever tipped her, and she'll get the style they ask for, like French tips. Other custom requests she receives are saying a customer's name, or giving them jerk-off instructions (or JOI — Clips4Sale's #9 of 10 top ten fetishes of the last decade). 

All in all, even if you don't share a fetish, you can appreciate it — or financially benefit from it.

"I have girlfriends who censor their toes, like they would censor [their] nipples…because some people really get off to that," she said, "and you don't want to give it out for free."

Polestar will launch four new electric cars by 2028

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 07:08

Polestar is expanding its lineup in a big way.

On Wednesday, the company announced what it called the "largest model offensive in its history," with four new cars coming in the next three years.

Some of these aren't exactly a surprise. The 2026 Polestar 5, a quick electric sedan, was announced last year, will start being delivered to customers this summer.

But the company also announced a revamp version of its electric SUV, the Polestar 4, which will launch later in 2026, with deliveries starting in the fourth quarter of the year.

Next in line is a new version of the compact electric sedan, the Polestar 2, which should launch "early in 2027."

Finally, the Polestar 7, a "compact, premium SUV," is scheduled for launch in 2028.

Here's a closer look at the upcoming models, Polestar 4,2, and 7. Credit: Polestar

The details on the new models are scarce; this is more of a strategy announcement from Polestar than a car reveal. The company did say the Polestar 4 will be "combining the space of an estate and the versatility of an SUV with the dynamic performance that is Polestar," while the Polestar 2 will be "very exciting."

SEE ALSO: Is the Polestar 4's missing rear window genius or a gimmick?

As for the Polestar 7, a very important model in Europe where compact SUVs are all the rage, the company claims that it's convinced it "can offer customers a progressive performance-driven car for a very attractive price point, built in Europe."

Get your 1st month of Proton Drive for just $1 — score 200GB of cloud storage for a low price

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 06:36

TL;DR: A one-month subscription to Proton Drive Plus is on sale for just $1 for the first month. Alternatively, get 40% off Proton Drive Plus annual plans.

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Keeping documents, photos, and more of your personal files safe in a digital landscape is incredibly important. If you've been searching for extra cloud storage to hold your most important items online, and make sure they are secure and protected from any outside access, Proton Drive is worth considering. That's even more true right now, as you can secure a limited-time deal on both its monthly and annual Drive Plus 200GB plans.

Those who sign up for the Proton Drive Plus monthly plan — which sets you up with "200GB of end-to-end encrypted cloud storage" — can get their first month for just $1. Yep, only a dollar. After that it goes back up to its usual price of $4.99 per month, but there's no pressure to continue with the service if you're not impressed.

If you want to spring for the annual Drive Plus plan instead, you can save 40% right now with the new price of $35.92 for the first 12 months. After that, your plan will renew at $47.88 every year, unless you cancel.

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Proton Drive can significantly boost your digital security. Alongside end-to-end encryption, you're able to access your items from anywhere and have full control over who can view what you've stored with the help of passwords and expiration dates. It even allows you to upload as much as you like, recover files that may have been overwritten or altered, and back up your photos so nothing gets lost.

We're big fans of Proton VPN, which was even awarded our favorite VPN overall, so why not take advantage of this great deal on its cloud storage plan? Now is your chance to get your first month of Proton Drive Plus for just $1.

Get the Razer Orochi V2 wireless gaming mouse for its lowest-ever price at Amazon — save $40

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 06:25

TL;DR: The Razer Orochi V2 wireless gaming mouse is now at its lowest-ever price on Amazon, down to $29.99. That’s 57% off a compact, ultra-light gaming mouse built for precision and long battery life.

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Razer’s long been a go-to name for reliable gaming peripherals, and right now you can pick up one of its most travel-friendly mice for less than ever before. As of Feb. 18, Amazon has dropped the price of the Razer Orochi V2 wireless gaming mouse to as low as $29.99 — its lowest-ever price, confirmed with price tracker camelcamelcamel

The Razer Orochi V2 was initially cut to $32.99 as part of a limited-time deal; however, Amazon has a coupon available until Feb. 22 where you can knock off an extra $3. While the quartz pink SKU is temporarily out of stock, the white version of the mouse is still available, but only for the $32.99 price without the option of adding the voucher.

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Whichever color of the Razer Orochi V2 you buy, you’re still getting a wireless mouse designed for gamers who want portability without sacrificing performance. Weighing in at under 60 grams (excluding the battery), it’s compact enough to slip into a backpack while still offering the responsiveness you’d expect from a competitive gaming mouse. Its 5G Advanced 18K DPI optical sensor delivers fast, pixel-precise tracking, making it a strong pick for shooters like Fortnite, MOBAs such as League of Legends, and everyday play.

The Orochi V2’s battery lasts up to 950 hours on Bluetooth or around 425 hours using Razer HyperSpeed Wireless. With that, you can game for months on a single AA or AAA battery. What’s more, this mouse features second-gen Razer mechanical switches rated for up to 60 million clicks, making sure you can play click-heavy games like Civilization VII to your heart’s content without worry of it abruptly giving out on you. 

Looking for something even cheaper? The Logitech G305 is still on sale for a low price at Amazon. For more from Razer, the premium Basilisk V3 Pro RGB wireless gaming mouse is on sale.

The Samsung QD-OLED Odyssey G9 gaming monitor is close to its best-ever price — save over $350 at Amazon

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 06:07

TL;DR: The Samsung 49-inch Odyssey G9 QD-OLED curved gaming monitor is currently on sale for $899.99 at Amazon, down from its typical $1,266 price.

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Ideal for anyone planning to upgrade their gaming setup to an OLED display on a budget, this latest price drop on a stellar-looking Samsung monitor might be just what you need.

As of Feb. 18, Samsung’s enormous 49-inch Odyssey G9QD-OLED ultrawide monitor (the G93SC series) has dipped to $899.99 at Amazon; that makes it just $1.99 short of reaching its all-time-low price of $898 — as confirmed with price tracker camelcamelcamel.

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You’re getting a model that’s built around a super-wide 32:9 Dual QHD panel, which stretches your games and apps across a massive canvas designed to eliminate the need for a dual-monitor setup. The 1,800R curve wraps around your field of view for a more targeted cinematic feel, whether you’re exploring open-world RPGs like Nioh 3, playing classic PC franchises like The Sims, streaming on Twitch, or managing multiple tabs for work.

If you’re planning on a mix of all of the above, the Odyssey G9’s speed is another big draw. With a blazing-fast 240Hz refresh rate and a near-instant 0.03ms response time, this massive Samsung monitor promises smooth gameplay without distracting blur or lag. With its QD-OLED technology, you’ll get deeper contrast and vibrant colors, while features like G-Sync compatibility and FreeSync Premium Pro support keep performance stable during fast-paced sessions. 

oFor an even cheaper QD-OLED monitor, the 34-inch curved Alienware AW3423DWF is at a record-low price on Amazon. If you’d like to save even more, Samsung’s pure OLED version of the Odyssey G9 (G91SD series) is still on sale for $799.99 at Amazon.

Get the Eufy 11S Max robot vacuum for under $150 at Amazon — act fast to save $140

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 06:02

SAVE OVER $100: As of Feb. 18, the Eufy 11S MAX robot vacuum is on sale at Amazon for $139.99. That's $140 off its list price of $279.99.

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The Presidents' Day sales may be reaching their end, but Amazon still has a few offers hanging around that are worth checking out. Looking for a robot vacuum? There are still some big savings worth taking advantage of, including a 50% discount on the Eufy 11S Max robot vacuum.

As of Feb. 18, the Eufy 11S Max robot vacuum is marked down to $139.99 at Amazon. Normally, its full price comes to $279.99, but this is a great opportunity to grab it for $140 less than list price. This is a limited-time deal, so be quick to scoop it up at this price.

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If you're just looking for vacuuming help around the house, rather than the full mopping/vacuuming combo that can be found in more premium robot vacuums, the Eufy 11S Max gets the job done. It has a maximum suction power of 2,000 Pa, and its slim design (that comes to about 2.85-inches high) helps it to slip underneath furniture for a deeper clean around your home. It also features BoostIQ Technology, which adjusts the suction power to make sure each surface gets a thorough clean.

On top of that, it has an infrared sensor and drop-sensing tech that helps it avoid any obstacles or steps as it cleans around, and it can run up to 100 minutes while vacuuming on hardwood floors. If you're shopping on a budget, the Eufy 11S Max can help clean without breaking the bank. Don't miss out on this deal at Amazon.

Even though Presidents' Day deals are slowing down, it's still worth having a last-minute look at Amazon to see what's leftover. Check out our rundown of Amazon's Presidents' Day sale to see if there are any deals still available that catch your eye.

Need a new TV? The Hisense 55-inch Canvas is over $300 off Amazon.

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 05:56

SAVE $306: As of Feb. 18 the Hisense 55-inch Canvas TV is on sale for $693.99 at Amazon. That's a 31% discount on list price.

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Is it time for a TV upgrade? Why not upgrade to a TV that can become an actual piece of art? Yep, we're talking about the Hisense 55-inch Canvas TV. When it’s off, the TV's Art Mode lets you display your favorite paintings or even a custom slideshow of your personal photos. And as of Feb. 18, it's on sale for $693.99. That's a discount of over $300 on the list price.

And it's an impressive TV when it's turned on, giving you stunning 4K QLED visuals with over a billion colors. It also benefits from a hi-matte display that reduces glare and gives your off-mode artwork a more realistic look.

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You can also mount it straight against your wall thanks to its ultra-slim design, and you can personalize the frame design with interchangeable magnetic frames in different colors. Choose from teak, white, or walnut to suit your home.

Its gaming qualities are impressive too, thanks to the 144Hz Game Mode Pro. And for navigating and streaming you'll get Google TV, giving you easy access to a range of apps like Netflix and Prime Video, as well as many live TV options.

Get this TV deal online at Amazon now.

The Jackery Explorer 300 power station has hit its lowest-ever price at Amazon — save $70 right now

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 05:52

SAVE $70: As of Feb. 18, the Jackery Explorer 300 is on sale for $189 at Amazon. That's a 27% saving on the list price.

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Looking for an affordable portable power station that can see your devices through a power cut or keep you online when camping off-grid? Meet the Jackery Explorer 300. This compact unit is lightweight, affordable, and provides a steady power supply to several devices at the same time. And as of Feb. 18, it's on sale.

As of Feb. 18, the Jackery Explorer 300 is on sale for $189 at Amazon. That's a 27% saving on the list price. This is also the lowest price it has ever been at Amazon, according to price tracker camelcamelcamel.

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This power station is a handy option to have tucked away, and it recharges to 80% in just two hours using a wall outlet and 60W USB-C PD port simultaneously, so you don't need lots of time to prepare it for use. It has various different outlets, including AC, USB-C, USB-A, and a DC car port, so you can charge up to six devices at once.

And it's a great option for camping vacations because it's so compact and portable. In fact, it weighs just 7.1 pounds, so you won't need to add another heavy product to haul. With the unit itself you'll also receive an AC adapter, a car charging cable, and user guide, so you're ready to go as soon as it arrives.

Get this Jackery deal at Amazon now.

How to watch Sri Lanka vs. Zimbabwe in the 2026 T20 World Cup online for free

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 05:41

TL;DR: Live stream Sri Lanka vs. Zimbabwe in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 for free on ICC.TV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Sri Lanka are set to play Zimbabwe in one of the most intriguing group-stage matchups of the 2026 T20 World Cup. Both teams are undefeated, though Zimbabwe are behind on group points after their game against Ireland was rained off. Both nations have already progressed to the Super 8 stage and while co-hosts Sri Lanka are the favorites on paper, both teams are looking to score a win before advancing to the next stage.

If you want to watch Sri Lanka vs. Zimbabwe in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Sri Lanka vs. Zimbabwe?

Sri Lanka vs. Zimbabwe in the 2026 T20 World Cup starts at 4:30 a.m. ET on Feb. 19. This game takes place at R. Premadasa Stadium.

How to watch Sri Lanka vs. Zimbabwe for free

Sri Lanka vs. Zimbabwe in the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup is available to live stream for free on ICC.TV.

This free live stream on ICC.TV is only available in select regions (see full list of territories here), but anyone can live stream the T20 Cricket World Cup for free with a VPN. These helpful tools can hide your IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in a location with free access. This simple process bypasses geo-restrictions so you can live stream on ICC.TV from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Sri Lanka vs. Zimbabwe in the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup for free by following these simple steps:

  1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

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

  3. Open up the app and connect to a server in a location with access

  4. Visit ICC.TV

  5. Watch the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to free live streams without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch every game from the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup (plus the Winter Olympics) before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for ICC.TV?

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

  • Servers in 105 countries

  • Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

  • Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

  • Fast connection speeds

  • Up to 10 simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

Watch the 2026 T20 World Cup for free with ExpressVPN.

How to watch West Indies vs. Italy in the 2026 T20 World Cup online for free

Wed, 02/18/2026 - 05:40

TL;DR: Live stream West Indies vs. Italy in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 for free on ICC.TV. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

It's been an exciting 2026 T20 World Cup for Italy, who made their tournament debut this year. Though they're ruled out of the Super 8 stage, they gave England a tough time and are looking to go out of this event on a high.

The competition doesn't come much tougher than the unbeaten West Indies, who lead Group C and are already heading to the Super 8 stage with a lot of confidence. Can Italy cause an upset before heading home?

If you want to watch West Indies vs. Italy in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is West Indies vs. Italy?

West Indies vs. Italy in the 2026 T20 World Cup starts at 12:30 a.m. ET on Feb. 19. This game takes place at Eden Gardens.

How to watch West Indies vs. Italy for free

West Indies vs. Italy in the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup is available to live stream for free on ICC.TV.

This free live stream on ICC.TV is only available in select regions (see full list of territories here), but anyone can live stream the T20 Cricket World Cup for free with a VPN. These helpful tools can hide your IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in a location with free access. This simple process bypasses geo-restrictions so you can live stream on ICC.TV from anywhere in the world.

Live stream West Indies vs. Italy in the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup for free by following these simple steps:

  1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

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

  3. Open up the app and connect to a server in a location with access

  4. Visit ICC.TV

  5. Watch the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to free live streams without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch every game from the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup (plus the Winter Olympics) before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for ICC.TV?

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

  • Servers in 105 countries

  • Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

  • Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

  • Fast connection speeds

  • Up to 10 simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

Watch the 2026 T20 World Cup for free with ExpressVPN.

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