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Apple Watch Rethink Could See Debut of Round Model, Screenless Fitness Tracker, and More

Apple is re-evaluating the Apple Watch lineup and considering a host of radical new designs, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.


In today's edition of his "Power On" newsletter, Gurman compared plans for the Apple Watch's evolution to the "revolutionary design change" that the foldable iPhone represents. It will be "something that transforms the product for a new era." Apple's industrial design team has reportedly been "exploring a broader rethink of its smartwatches" for some time, with several directions under evaluation.

The company is apparently taking the resurgence of fitness bands without screens and smart rings seriously. As a result, the company is considering new Apple Watch-style devices with no display, as well as new Apple Watches with different types of screen and various new sizes.

Apple has also contemplated giving the Apple Watch a round display, but Gurman cautioned that such a device is unlikely to be released. The company has also considered introducing new premium variants designed to sit above the Ultra and Hermès models, alongside even more affordable options in addition to the Apple Watch SE.

The company has not yet settled on a direction for the product line, but it is said to be "determined to reinvent the lineup in response to growing competition." It also plans to make its wearables more AI-focused, with ambitious long-term plans to revamp the Health app.

Gurman believes that the Apple Watch revamp "could be as significant as the iPhone's transformation from a slab design into a foldable device." Apple purportedly hopes to reinvigorate its Wearables, Home and Accessories segment, which has struggled to generate growth over recent years.
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How to watch British Grand Prix 2026 MotoGP for FREE: Live streams and TV channels for big weekend at Silverstone

The 2026 MotoGP season returns from its summer break as a fascinating riders' championship battle resumes at Silverstone, the home of UK motorsport, for the British Grand Prix 2026.

Just 24 points separates the top five riders in the standings, with 2024 champion Jorge Martin (Aprilia Racing) leading SuperFile Trackhouse's Ai Ogura by 14. However, the duo will be nervously looking over their shoulders after seven-time world champion Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo) roared back into contention with three wins in the past four grands prix having recovered from a fractured foot. He is only 18 points off the summit, while Martin's Aprilia teammate Marco Bezzecchi is a further four adrift with Fabio Di Giannantonio of Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing in fifth following a consistent first half of the season.

Bezzecchi has recent experience of success at Silverstone, taking the checkered flag in the 2025 race ahead of Johann Zarco and Marquez. The latter has historically struggled here, despite his incredible success over the years, managing just one British Grand Prix victory in his glittering career - and that was back in 2014. Meanwhile, his Ducati teammate and 2022 race winner Francesco Bagnaia is set to compete despite undergoing arm pump surgery during the four-week summer break, so it will be interesting to see how he fares in Northamptonshire.

So read on to find out how to watch the British Grand Prix 2026 MotoGP for free online and from anywhere in the world.

Can you watch British Grand Prix 2026 MotoGP for free?

Yes. ThreeNow in New Zealand has free-to-air coverage of every session, from first practice to qualifying and, of course, the race. The streaming service is showing all 22 races live across the 2026 season at no cost – you just need to create an account and away you go.

Free MotoGP coverage is also available from Servus On in Austria, RTBF in Belgium, and Canale 8 in Italy.

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How to watch British Grand Prix 2026 MotoGP live streams in the US

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In the US, live coverage of the British Grand Prix 2026 MotoGP will be on FS1, which is showing Saturday's qualifying session and the race on Sunday.

If you don't have the channel on cable, FS1 is available through Sling – specifically the Blue plan, which starts at $45.99/month. You can also access it via YouTube TV (free trial), Fubo (free trial), and DirecTV.

Alternatively, you can live stream every race of the 2026 MotoGP season via Fox One, which costs $19.99/month after a 3-day FREE trial.

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How to watch British Grand Prix 2026 MotoGP live streams in the UK

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TNT Sports is showing the British Grand Prix 2026 MotoGP live in the UK.

TNT Sports is the exclusive rights holder of MotoGP in the UK, with coverage of every session at Silverstone live on TNT Sports 2.

You can add TNT Sports to your Sky, Virgin Media or EE TV package, or get an HBO Max plan that includes TNT Sports. Prices start at £25.99/month if you commit to a year.

If you're out of the UK but still want to tune in, explore the VPN route set out above, which will help you access your accounts from anywhere.

How to watch British Grand Prix 2026 MotoGP live streams in Australia

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MotoGP fans in Australia can watch the British Grand Prix 2026 live on ESPN via Foxtel (streamed via Foxtel Now). Subscriptions start at AU$35/month for the Starter Plan.

The race can also be streamed through the excellent sports streaming platform Kayo Sports (from AU$29.99/month for the Standard Plan, or your first month for $1 if you choose the Premium Plan, which costs AU$45.99/month thereafter).

Both ESPN via Foxtel and Kayo Sports are showing every single MotoGP race live during the 2026 season, so you won't miss a lap.

Not in Australia right now? You can simply use a VPN like NordVPN to watch all the action as if you were back home.

How to watch British Grand Prix 2026 MotoGP in Canada

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In Canada, you can watch live coverage of the British Grand Prix 2026 MotoGP on Sportsnet.

Sportsnet is available to live stream via Sportsnet Plus, which starts at CA$29.99/month or CA$249.99/year. The platform is Canada's leading sports network and will show all 22 grands prix during the 2026 MotoGP season.

If you're traveling outside of Canada, you can make use of NordVPN to catch the action.

MotoGP 2026 Q&A

What is the MotoGP 2026 schedule?

MotoGP 2026 schedule

Sunday, March 1
Thai Grand Prix | Buriram International Circuit (Winner: Marco Bezzecchi - Aprilia Racing)

Sunday, March 22
Brazilian Grand Prix | Autodromo Internacional Ayrton Senna (Winner: Marco Bezzecchi - Aprilia Racing)

Sunday, March 29
US Grand Prix | Circuit of the Americas (Winner: Marco Bezzecchi - Aprilia Racing)

Sunday, April 26
Spanish Grand Priz | Circuito de Jerez (Winner: Alex Marquez - BK8 Gresini)

Sunday, May 10
French Grand Prix | Bugatti Circuit (Winner: Jorge Martin - Aprilia Racing)

Sunday, May 17
Catalan Grand Prix | Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya (Winner: Fabio Di Giannantonio - Pertamina Enduro VR46)

Sunday, May 31
Italian Grand Prix | Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello (Winner: Marco Bezzecchi - Aprilia Racing)

Sunday, June 7
Hungarian Grand Prix | Balaton Park Circuit (Winner: Marc Marquez - Ducati Lenovo)

Sunday, June 21
Czech Grand Prix | Brno Circuit (Winner: Marc Marquez - Ducati Lenovo)

Sunday, June 28
Dutch TT | TT Circuit Assen (Winner: Ai Ogura - SuperFile Trackhouse)

Sunday, July 12
German Grand Prix | Sachsenring (Winner: Marc Marquez - Ducati Lenovo)

Sunday, August 9
British Grand Prix | Silverstone

Sunday, August 30
Aragon Grand Prix | Circuito de Alcañiz

Sunday, September 13
San Marino and Rimini Riviera Grand Prix | Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli

Sunday, September 20
Austrian Grand Prix | Red Bull Ring

Sunday, October 4
Japanese Grand Prix | Mobility Resort Motegi

Sunday, October 11
Indonesian Grand Prix | Mandalika International Street Circuit

Sunday, October 25
Australian Grand Prix | Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit

Sunday, November 1
Malaysian Grand Prix | Sepang International Circuit

Sunday, November 8
Qatari Grand Prix | Lusail International Circuit

Sunday, November 22
Portuguese Grand Prix | Portimão Circuit

Sunday, November 29
Valencian Community Grand Prix | Circuit Ricardo Tormo

What are the MotoGP 2026 Riders' Championship standings? (top 10 only)

Riders' Championship standings

  1. Jorge Martin (Aprilia Racing) - 208 points
  2. Ai Ogura (SuperFile Trackhouse) - 194
  3. Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo) - 190
  4. Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia Racing) - 186
  5. Fabio Di Giannantonio (Pertamina Enduro VR46) - 184
  6. Raul Fernandez (SuperFile Trackhouse) - 159
  7. Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM Factory) - 148
  8. Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo) - 143
  9. Alex Marquez (BK8 Gresini) - 87
  10. Luca Marini (Honda HRC Castrol) - 79

What are the MotoGP 2026 Teams' Championship standings?

Teams' Championship standings

  1. Aprilia Racing - 394 points
  2. SuperFile Trackhouse - 353
  3. Ducati Lenovo - 333
  4. Pertamina Enduro VR46 - 230
  5. Red Bull KTM Factory - 212
  6. BK8 Gresini - 172
  7. Honda HRC Castrol - 105
  8. Red Bull KTM Tech3 - 86
  9. Castrol Honda LCR - 82
  10. Monster Energy Yamaha - 76
  11. Prima Pramac Yamaha - 31

Who are the MotoGP 2026 riders?

MotoGP riders

Aprilia Racing
Marco Bezzecchi
Jorge Martin
Lorenzo Savadori

BK8 Gresini
Alex Marquez
Michele Pirro
Iker Lecuona
Fermin Aldeguer
Michele Pirro

Castrol Honda LCR
Johann Zarco
Cal Crutchlow
Diogo Moreira

Ducati Lenovo
Francesco Bagnaia
Marc Márquez

Honda HRC Castrol
Luca Marini
Joan Mir

Monster Energy Yamaha
Fabio Quartararo
Alex Rins
Augusto Fernandez

Pertamina Enduro VR46
Franco Morbidelli
Fabio Di Giannantonio

Prima Pramac Yamaha
Toprak Razgatlioglu
Jack Miller

Red Bull KTM Factory
Brad Binder
Pedro Acosta

Red Bull KTM Tech3
Maverick Vinales
Jonas Folger
Enea Bastianini

SuperFile Trackhouse
Raul Fernandez
Ai Ogura

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How to watch Argentina vs South Africa for FREE: live stream details as Springboks prepare for New Zealand

South Africa begin their preparations for welcoming New Zealand in Buenos Aires as they face Argentina.

The Springboks finished the summer section of the Nations Championship with three wins from three and have now gone almost a year since their last defeat — a 22-38 loss to Australia. But August brings the Greatest Rivalry Tour, and with it, the chance to beat New Zealand on their own turf.

Before any of that, though, they travel to Argentina for a warm-up game against a side that looked somewhat out of sorts in July. Los Pumas lost two of their three Nations Championship matches, including a damaging 38-47 defeat to Gregor Townsend’s Scotland. Few challenges come tougher than the Springboks, and with Rassie Erasmus naming a strong side, the writing may already be on the wall.

Among those starting for South Africa are a familiar collection of names, including Siya Kolisi, Eben Etzebeth and the now-definitive first-choice fly-half Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu.

So, read on as we show you how to watch Argentina vs South Africa for free from anywhere in the world.

Can you watch Argentina vs South Africa for free?

Yes. Argentina vs South Africa is available for free on RugbyPass TV in the US.

They will also show every game of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour, including the four tests between the Springboks and All Blacks.

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How to watch Argentina vs South Africa live streams in the US

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As alluded to above, you can stream Argentina vs South Africa on RugbyPass TV in the US.

You can tune in via the RugbyPass TV website or app, and it works with Chromecast, Airplay, Apple TV and Android TV.

Outside of the US? Use a VPN while you're traveling away from home to unlock your stream.

How to watch Argentina vs South Africa live streams in the UK

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In the UK, Sky Sports will broadcast Argentina vs South Africa. You will be looking for Sky Sports+ to watch.

Sky Sports packages start at £22 per month for existing Sky subscribers and rise to £35 per month for those without a Sky subscription.

Outside the UK? Access your Sky Sports live stream with NordVPN.

How to watch Argentina vs South Africa live streams in Australia

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In Australia, you can watch Argentina vs South Africa on Stan Sport.

Stan Sport costs AU$20/month on top of a Stan subscription, which itself starts at AU$9.99/month.

It will also cover New Zealand's full tour of South Africa.

Not in Australia right now? You can simply use a VPN like NordVPN to watch the action as if you were back home.

How to watch Argentina vs South Africa live streams in New Zealand

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In New Zealand, Sky Sport Now are showing Argentina vs South Africa.

A day pass starts at NZ$29.99.

Those outside of New Zealand today can use NordVPN to gain access to their home streaming service.

How to watch Argentina vs South Africa live streams in South Africa

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Argentina vs South Africa is being shown on SuperSport in South Africa.

You'll need a DStv access package to watch the game, with prices starting at Rs99/month for the streaming version.

Abroad right now? Just use a VPN and tell your device that you're back home, then you'll be good to go.

What is the Argentina vs South Africa start time?

The scheduled Argentina vs South Africa kick-off time on Saturday, August 8 is 9pm SAST local time in South Africa. That’s 12pm PT / 3pm ET / 8pm BST / 5am AEST (Sun) / 7am NZST (Sun).

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How to watch Man Utd vs PSG: live stream the 2026/27 pre-season friendly from anywhere

  • Man Utd vs PSG: Saturday, August 8 | 4pm BST / 11am ET
  • Stream: MUTV (UK and US)
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Watch Man Utd vs PSG live streams as two of European football's biggest clubs meet in a high-profile pre-season friendly in Gothenburg. The Red Devils arrive on the back of an impressive 2-1 win over Atletico Madrid, while the reigning two-time Champions League winners only returned to training earlier this week.

Preparing for his first full campaign in charge at Old Trafford, Michael Carrick will have been pleased with what he’s seen from his squad thus far in pre-season. Young players have been given an opportunity to impress, with the 19-year-old trio of Shea Lacey, Jacob Devaney and Harry Amass all on target in the recent 5-0 win over Rosenborg. Highly rated 15-year-old JJ Gabriel also featured in the win over Atleti, showing plenty of maturity in a game where Bryan Mbeumo score both goals. It will be interesting to see whether the youngsters get the chance to shine here or whether Carrick opts for more senior figures.

In contrast to United, who are coming to the end of pre-season, the PSG players have had a much longer break. While they may be short of match fitness, and lost 3-0 to Mallorca on Wednesday in their first friendly, the Parisians still present a serious challenge, especially in attack where Luis Enrique has Khvicha Kvaratskhelia available, with Willian Pacho also set to feature in defense. French contingent Desire Doue, Ousmane Dembele, Bradley Barcola are expected to still be on holiday after their World Cup exertions.

Read on to find out how to stream Man Utd vs PSG live and from anywhere in the world.

Can I watch Man Utd vs PSG for free?

Unfortunately, there are no free live streams to watch Man Utd vs PSG.

If you live in Australia, though, new users of beIN Sports can get a 7-day free trial of the service and watch the pre-season friendly without cost.

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Use a VPN to watch Man Utd vs PSG from anywhere

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

You can still watch Man Utd vs PSG 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 Surfshark – we explain why in our Surfshark review.

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It's really straightforward to use a VPN to watch Man Utd vs PSG.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, SurfShark is our favorite.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For example, if you want to watch the MUTV stream, select 'United Kingdom' from the listed countries.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to MUTV and tune into Man Utd vs PSG.

How to watch Man Utd vs PSG live streams in the US

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In the US, the only way to watch Man Utd vs PSG live streams is via the MUTV streaming service.

There is no traditional linear cable or satellite TV channel for MUTV in the US, meaning MUTV can only be downloaded as a digital streaming platform. It costs just $7.99 per month or $9.99 per year.

Outside of the US? Use a VPN whilst you're traveling away from home to unlock your stream.

How to watch Man Utd vs PSG live streams in the UK

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Fans in the UK can watch Man Utd vs PSG on MUTV, the club's in-house streaming platform.

Supporters wanting to stream the game on MUTV can buy a 12-month subscription for just £29.99.

Alternatively, Sky and Virgin Media customers can pay £7.99 and will receive a one-month pass for the streaming service.

If you're out of the UK but still want to tune in, explore the VPN route set out above, which will help you access your accounts from anywhere.

How to watch Man Utd vs PSG live streams in Australia

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Soccer fans in Australia can watch Man Utd vs PSG on beIN Sports.

beIN Sports is carrying this pre-season friendly, with a subscription costing AU$15.99 per month and a 7-day free trial available for new users.

Outside Oz traveling? Use SurfShark to watch Man Utd vs PSG from anywhere in the world.

How to watch Man Utd vs PSG live streams in New Zealand

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beIN Sports will also be showing Man Utd vs PSG in New Zealand via its streaming service, beIN Sports Connect.

If you want to sign up to the service, it costs NZ$14.99 for the monthly plan or NZ$149.99 per year.

Not in New Zealand right now? You can simply use a VPN like SurfShark to watch all the action as if you were back home.

What is the Man Utd vs PSG start time?

Man Utd vs PSG kicks off at 4pm BST / 11am ET / 8am PT on Saturday, August 8 and at 3am NZST on Sunday, August 9.

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West Ham vs Portsmouth Live Streams: How to watch Carabao Cup 2026/27 first round online from anywhere

Saturday's West Ham vs Portsmouth live stream features two Championship teams meeting in the first round of the 2026/27 Carabao Cup – also known as the EFL Cup – as an entrée to the new league season.

For the first time in over a decade, West Ham United begin a new campaign outside the top flight. Nuno Espirito Santo just about clung on to his job following relegation from the Premier League and will have the chance to set up the Hammers for their first competitive fixture since the summer departures of Mateus Fernandes and Crysencio Summerville. The Portuguese gaffer will be eager for a fast start to keep the volatile London Stadium faithful on side, though at least captain Jarrod Bowen is staying.

Following a disappointing 18th-place finish last term, Pompey will take this Carabao Cup showcase as an opportunity to show the Irons how intense EFL football can be. It also gives manager John Mousinho the chance to blood new signings Marko Milovanovic and Rocco Shein, while attacking midfielder Adrian Segecic will look to build on last season's impressive 11-goal league output.

Read on for our guide on where to watch West Ham vs Portsmouth live streams in the Carabao Cup online and on TV wherever you are.

Can I watch West Ham vs Portsmouth for free?

Unfortunately, there are no dedicated free live streams to watch West Ham vs Portsmouth in the Carabao Cup 2026/27 first round.

If you live in Australia, though, new users can get a 7-day free trial of beIN Sports.

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3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to your usual local streaming service and watch Carabao Cup soccer.

How to watch West Ham vs Portsmouth live streams in the US

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The West Ham vs Portsmouth live stream is on Paramount+ in the US.

The Paramount Plus Essential package costs $8.99 per month or $89.99 per year, while Paramount+ Premium costs $13.99 per month or $139.99 per year.

Carabao Cup soccer is available with both tiers, and you can also watch EFL matches and the Champions League on the platform.

You can also watch Paramount+ for free if you sign up to Walmart+ for $1 for 30 days.

Outside the US? Use NordVPN to access your usual Carabao Cup streams.

How to watch West Ham vs Portsmouth in UK

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Sky Sports is providing West Ham vs Portsmouth coverage in the UK, with the game set to stream on Sky Sports+.

Sky Sports plans start from £35 a month or £22 if you're an existing Sky subscriber. Alternatively, grab a Now Sports Membership from £14.99 a day or £34.99 for flexible monthly plans.

Outside the UK right now? Use NordVPN to access your preferred coverage of the EFL Cup.

How to watch West Ham vs Portsmouth live streams in Canada

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In Canada, DAZN is the place to go for EFL Cup coverage – including West Ham vs Portsmouth.

DAZN subscriptions cost from CA$24.99 per month, with dedicated apps for a wide range of devices.

For soccer fans travelling outside of Canada, use NordVPN to login to your DAZN account from anywhere on Earth.

How to watch West Ham vs Portsmouth in Australia

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Soccer fans in Australia can watch West Ham vs Portsmouth exclusively on beIN Sports.

beIN Sports 3 is carrying this EFL Cup game, with a subscription costing AU$15.99 per month and a 7-day free trial available for new users.

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How to watch Chelsea vs AC Milan for FREE: pre-season friendly live streams from anywhere

Watch today's Chelsea vs AC Milan live streams as the Blues continue their pre-season tour of Australia and Asia. Xabi Alonso's men face the Rossoneri giants at GBK Stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Chelsea arrive in the Indonesian capital having lost their past two games, with a last-gasp 2-1 defeat by Tottenham in Sydney followed by a 1-0 reverse against Juventus in Hong Kong. While the results don't matter so much in pre-season, new boss Alonso will have been looking for positive signs and one came in the return of winger Mykhailo Mudryk, who featured for the first time since November 2024 after the resolution of his anti-doping case. The Ukrainian looks set to be involved again here, as do new signings Danny Welbeck and Geovany Quenda, who made their first appearances in blue last time out against Juve.

Milan have embarked on a condensed version of their opponents' summer tour, with one game in Perth – a 1-1 draw with city-and-stadium rivals Inter Milan in which former Chelsea striker Christopher Nkunku scored a late penalty – and this friendly in Jakarta. The Italians also drew 2-2 with Celtic in Glasgow, while they end their pre-season schedule against Manchester United in Wroclaw, Poland, next Saturday, just seven months after the Premier League club sacked now-Rossoneri manager Ruben Amorim. Amorim is seeking to rebuild his reputation in Italy, so this game will be another useful test ahead of the new Serie A campaign.

Read on to find out how to stream Chelsea vs AC Milan live and from anywhere in the world.

How to watch Chelsea vs AC Milan live streams for FREE

While Chelsea vs AC Milan isn't being shown anywhere for free, there is a workaround. In the US, live coverage of the pre-season friendly is available on CBS Sports Network, which you can access on OTT streaming platforms such as Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV and DirecTV, all of which feature a free trial for new users.

Abroad for Chelsea vs AC Milan? Use NordVPN to access your usual streams.

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3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to CBS Sports Network and tune into Chelsea vs AC Milan.

How to watch Chelsea vs AC Milan live streams in the US

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As mentioned above, Chelsea vs AC Milan will be broadcast live on CBS Sports Network in the US.

You can also watch the pre-season friendly on Fox One, the streaming service of FOX, which costs $19.99/month after a 3-day FREE trial.

Not in the US? Use NordVPN to unlock your stream of Chelsea vs AC Milan.

How to watch Chelsea vs AC Milan live streams in the UK

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Fans in the UK can watch Chelsea vs AC Milan on CFC+, the Blues' in-house streaming platform.

Supporters wanting to stream just this game on CFC+ can buy a match pass for £9.99 but you can also subscribe for £14.99 a year, which includes live coverage of Chelsea's three remaining pre-season fixtures.

Not in the UK for Chelsea vs AC Milan? Use NordVPN to access your usual streams.

How to watch Chelsea vs AC Milan live streams in Canada

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Chelsea vs AC Milan isn't being broadcast live in Canada, while CFC+ don't show live matches in countries where a local rights holder exists.

Use NordVPN to watch the pre-season friendly from Canada.

How to watch Chelsea vs AC Milan live streams in Australia

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Paramount+ will be showing Chelsea vs AC Milan in Australia. Plans start at AU$7.99 per month or AU$70.99 per year, with Paramount+ also carrying live coverage of Australia's A-League, as well as the men's and women's national teams.

Missing the game because you're outside Australia? Use a VPN to login to your Paramount+ account.

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Sie haben noch keine Apple Watch? Die aktuelle Series 11 fällt auf neuen Tiefstpreis bei Amazon

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Bestseller Apple Watch 11 mit 46 Millimetern zum Tiefstpreis

Nur 369 Euro statt 479 Euro UVP

Smartwatches können Trainingseinheiten, Schlaf und wichtige Gesundheitswerte erfassen. Im Zusammenspiel mit einem iPhone können Sie außerdem Nachrichten, Anrufe, Musik und Mitteilungen direkt am Handgelenk verwalten.

Die Apple Watch Series 11 mit GPS und 46-Millimeter-Aluminiumgehäuse kostet bei Amazon aktuell nur 369 Euro. Gegenüber der UVP von 479 Euro sparen Sie 110 Euro beziehungsweise 23 Prozent. Dabei handelt es sich um einen neuen Tiefstpreis.

Die letzten Tage war die smarte Uhr bereits auf 379 Euro reduziert, was auch schon attraktiv war und als bislang günstigster Preis galt. Sonst kostet die Smartwatch in der Regel zwischen 430 und 450 Euro. Die Watch wurde im vergangenen Monat mehr als 500 Mal gekauft und erreicht bei über 1.870 Bewertungen durchschnittlich 4,7 von 5 Sternen. Die Series 11 ist zudem Bestseller Nummer 1 bei Amazon (in der 42-Millimeter-Variante).

Was die Apple Watch Series 11 zu bieten hat

Die smarte Uhr besitzt ein 46 Millimeter großes, 9,7 Millimeter dünnes Aluminiumgehäuse und wiegt als GPS-Version 37,8 Gramm. Das Always-On-Retina-Display erreicht bis zu 2.000 Nits und kann in dunkler Umgebung auf 1 Nit herunterregeln. Das Ion-X-Frontglas soll doppelt so kratzfest sein wie bei der Series 10.

Im Inneren arbeitet der S10-Chip mit 64 GB Speicher. Zur Bedienung stehen die Digital Crown, eine Seitentaste sowie Doppeltipp- und Drehgesten bereit. Hinzu kommen Mikrofon, Lautsprecher, Siri, Apple Pay, Bluetooth 5.3 sowie WLAN im 2,4- und 5-GHz-Bereich.

Ein Schwerpunkt liegt auf den Gesundheitsfunktionen. Die Series 11 bietet unter anderem EKG, Blutsauerstoffmessung, Herzfrequenz- und Zyklus-Tracking sowie Hinweise auf Schlafapnoe, unregelmäßigen Herzrhythmus und möglichen Bluthochdruck. Der Schlafindex fasst die Schlafqualität zusammen, während die Vitalzeichen-App wichtige nachts erfasste Daten übersichtlich darstellt.

Für Sport und Fitness stehen zahlreiche Trainingsarten, Herzfrequenz-Zonen, Trainingsbelastung und eine Pacer-Funktion zur Verfügung. GPS, Kompass, Höhenmesser, Tiefenmesser und Wassertemperatursensor ergänzen die Ausstattung. Käufer erhalten außerdem drei Monate Apple Fitness+ kostenlos.

Die Akkulaufzeit beträgt laut Apple bis zu 24 Stunden bei normaler Nutzung und bis zu 38 Stunden im Stromsparmodus. Nach etwa 45 Minuten soll der Akku zu 80 Prozent geladen sein. 15 Minuten Ladezeit reichen für bis zu 8 Stunden Nutzung, 5 Minuten für bis zu 8 Stunden Schlaftracking.

Die Smartwatch ist bis 50 Meter wassergeschützt und nach IP6X staubgeschützt. Zu den Sicherheitsfunktionen gehören Notruf SOS, internationale Notrufe, Sturz- und Unfallerkennung sowie die Wegbegleitung. Bei einem erkannten schweren Unfall kann die Uhr automatisch Hilfe rufen und Notfallkontakte informieren.

Da es sich um die GPS-Version handelt, benötigt die Apple Watch unterwegs ein gekoppeltes iPhone. Die in den allgemeinen technischen Daten genannten 5G- und LTE-Funktionen gelten nur für die separat erhältliche Cellular-Version.

Warum sich das Angebot lohnt

Nutzer loben in den Rezensionen vor allem die Verarbeitung, das schlanke Design, das Display und die Funktionalität. Auch das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis und die Messfunktionen werden häufig positiv bewertet. Gemischte Meinungen gibt es allerdings zur Akkulaufzeit und zur Genauigkeit einzelner Messwerte.

In unserem Test überzeugen uns tatsächlich die längere Akkulaufzeit, die Bluthochdruckschätzung, das kratzfestere Display und die neuen Gesten. Gleichzeitig sind die Unterschiede zur Series 9 und Series 10 gering, da viele Funktionen auch dort per Software-Update verfügbar sind.

Für Besitzer einer Series 10 lohnt sich der Wechsel daher kaum. Interessanter ist die Series 11 für Neueinsteiger und Nutzer einer Series 8 oder eines noch älteren Modells. Zum aktuellen Tiefstpreis von 369 Euro ist sie innerhalb des Apple-Watch-Angebots eine gute Wahl.

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Apple Restocks Refurbished Store With Rare M5 Macs and Studio Displays

The official Certified Refurbished Store from Apple just received a massive wave of fresh inventory. If you want to save money on recent hardware, this is your best chance. The company restocked rare M5 MacBook Pro models, high end Studio Display XDR monitors, and a few other hidden gems. These restocks happen quietly and sell […]

The post Apple Restocks Refurbished Store With Rare M5 Macs and Studio Displays appeared first on The Mac Observer.

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Google destaca design refinado e lança teaser do Pixel Watch 5 para evento em agosto

Conheça o Pixel Watch 5, o smartwatch da Google que mantém o estilo clássico e será lançado em 12 de agosto.

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Huawei Watch D2 : cette montre connectée prisée est à moins de 245 € sur ce site bien connu

Les montres connectées sont nombreuses, et il est parfois difficile de choisir. En ce moment, AliExpress vous aide à faire ce choix en proposant la Huawei Watch D2 pour moins de 245 € par l’intermédiaire d’une double remise. Écran AMOLED, suivi de la santé et fonctionnalités connectées sont...

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How to Sync Apple Health Data With Google Health on Your iPhone

Apple Health data can now move between the Health app and Google Health on an iPhone. The connection lets Google Health import supported information recorded by an iPhone, Apple Watch, and compatible apps. The latest Google Health update can also send supported Fitbit information to Apple Health.

This two-way connection is useful for people who wear a Fitbit but prefer Apple’s Health app as the central place for viewing activity, sleep, steps, and other wellness information. It also reduces the need for third-party synchronization apps.

The feature requires a recent version of Google Health. Google began introducing support for sending data back to Apple Health with Google Health version 5.05. Because app updates can roll out gradually, the new sharing options may not appear until the latest version reaches your account.

Update Google Health Before Starting

The Fitbit app became Google Health in 2026. Existing Fitbit users should find that the installed app has changed its name and design after updating. Fitbit accounts must also be moved to an adult Google Account to use the redesigned service.

Google says the Apple Health connection requires iOS 16.4 or later. The iPhone must have internet access while the connection is being created.

To check the iOS version installed on your iPhone:

Settings > General > About > iOS Version

Install the latest compatible iOS update if the phone is running an older release.

To look for an available iPhone software update:

Settings > General > Software Update

Next, confirm that Google Health is current. Version 5.05 or later is required for the newer option that sends supported Google Health and Fitbit information to Apple Health.

To update Google Health from the App Store:

App Store > Profile Picture > Available Updates > Google Health > Update

If Google Health does not appear under Available Updates, search for the app manually. The App Store page may show an Update button if a newer release is available.

To find the app directly:

App Store > Search > Enter Google Health > Google Health (Fitbit)

People who previously used Fitbit should sign in with the Google Account connected to their Fitbit information. Creating a different account may produce an empty Google Health profile.

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Connect Apple Health Data to Google Health

Connecting the apps allows Google Health to read supported information from Apple Health. This can include data collected by the iPhone, Apple Watch, and other apps that already share information with Apple Health.

To start the Apple Health connection:

Google Health > Connections > Apps and Services > Apple Health > Get Started

Depending on the Google Health version and interface shown on the iPhone, Connections may appear behind the profile icon.

To find Apple Health through the alternative menu:

Google Health > Profile Icon > Partner Apps > Apple Health

Google Health will display a consent screen explaining the connection. Read the information before continuing.

To approve the initial connection:

Sync Google Health With Apple Health > Agree

The iPhone will then display Apple’s health permission screen. This screen lets you decide which information Google Health can read.

To give Google Health access to every supported category:

Apple Health Permission Screen > Turn All Categories On > Allow

You do not have to share every available category. Selecting individual permissions provides more control over sensitive health information.

To share only selected categories:

Apple Health Permission Screen > Select Each Health Category > Allow

Google Health can import supported information such as steps, distance, active energy, exercise records, routes, sleep sessions, sleep stages, heart rate, resting heart rate, heart rate variability, blood oxygen, respiratory rate, body temperature, weight, body fat percentage, water, nutrition information, and some cycle-tracking data.

Available categories depend on the devices and apps connected to Apple Health. An iPhone may provide steps and walking information, while an Apple Watch can contribute heart rate, workouts, sleep, and other measurements supported by the model.

After the permissions are approved, Google Health should confirm that the connection is complete.

To finish the connection:

Google Health Confirmation Screen > Done

New Apple Health information should begin appearing automatically in Google Health. Google has said that imported data can be used across relevant Google Health metrics, although not every external data type is used for every calculation.

To find imported health information:

Google Health > Health > Select a Metric

Google Health may display information from several connected sources together. Its value for a metric can differ slightly from the number shown by Apple Health because the apps may process available data differently.

Send Fitbit Data to Apple Health

Google Health version 5.05 adds the reverse direction that many iPhone and Fitbit users previously lacked. Supported information recorded through Fitbit can now be written into Apple Health.

Before enabling this option, make sure the Fitbit is properly connected to Google Health. Fitbit devices normally synchronize automatically throughout the day when Bluetooth is available and the wearable is near the iPhone.

To check the connected Fitbit:

Google Health > Profile Icon > Devices > Select Your Fitbit

The device page should show the wearable, its battery level, and its most recent synchronization time. Opening Google Health can also prompt a nearby Fitbit to transfer recently collected information.

Once the wearable is updating Google Health correctly, open the Apple Health connection settings.

To open the sharing controls for Apple Health:

Google Health > Profile Icon > Partner Apps > Apple Health

The interface may use Apps and Services instead of Partner Apps on some versions.

To reach the same connection through Apps and Services:

Google Health > Connections > Apps and Services > Apple Health

Follow the prompts for sharing Google Health information with Apple Health. The iPhone may display separate permissions for data that Google Health can read and data that it can write.

To allow supported Fitbit information to appear in Apple Health:

Apple Health Permission Screen > Allow Google Health to Write > Select Health Categories > Allow

Google says supported information can include exercise records, steps, sleep, vitals, and other health data. The exact selection can vary according to the Fitbit model, region, Google Health version, and information stored in the account.

Selecting every category is convenient, but it can create overlapping sources when an iPhone, Apple Watch, and Fitbit record the same type of activity. Choose only the categories you want Google Health to add.

A person who uses a Fitbit mainly for sleep, for example, can allow sleep information while leaving steps disabled. Someone who wears a Fitbit instead of an Apple Watch may prefer to enable steps, workouts, heart rate, sleep, and other supported categories.

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Check Google Health Permissions

Apple Health keeps permission controls on the iPhone. You can change them after the first connection without deleting either app.

To review Google Health access from Apple Health:

Health > Profile Picture > Privacy > Apps > Google Health

The page shows the categories Google Health is permitted to read or update. Turn off any category you no longer want to share.

Some iOS versions provide the same controls through the Sharing tab.

To find Google Health through the Sharing tab:

Health > Sharing > Apps and Services > Google Health

Turning off a permission stops future sharing for that category. It does not necessarily remove information that has already been written to Google Health or Apple Health.

The Google Health app also provides controls for the connection.

To review Apple Health inside Google Health:

Google Health > Connections > Apps and Services > Connected > Apple Health

If Google Health displays a message that new data types are available, open the connection and approve the additional categories you want to use. Newly supported information is not automatically shared without permission.

Manage Duplicate Health Information

An iPhone, Apple Watch, and Fitbit can record similar information at the same time. Apple Health keeps each source attached to its data and uses a priority order when presenting combined measurements.

You can inspect the sources contributing to a category and choose which one Apple Health should prefer.

To review the sources used for step information:

Health > Search > Activity > Steps > Data Sources and Access

The screen shows the apps and devices that provide step records. If Google Health, an Apple Watch, and the iPhone all appear, you can adjust their priority.

To change the order of step sources:

Health > Search > Activity > Steps > Data Sources and Access > Edit > Drag Sources Into the Preferred Order > Done

Move the source you trust most toward the top. Apple Health generally gives higher priority to sources placed above others when similar records overlap.

Repeat the same process for other categories if their totals do not look right. Exercise, sleep, active energy, and distance can each have their own sources and permissions.

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Fix Missing or Delayed Data

Synchronization is not always immediate. A Fitbit first sends its information to Google Health, and Google Health then writes supported records to Apple Health. Bluetooth availability, Background App Refresh, internet access, and battery-saving behavior can affect this process.

Begin by opening Google Health with the Fitbit close to the iPhone. Wait for the device to complete its normal synchronization before checking Apple Health.

If Apple Health information is missing from Google Health, confirm that the connection remains active.

To check the connection status:

Google Health > Connections > Apps and Services > Apple Health

If Google Health displays an error or a request for new permissions, follow the message shown on the screen.

Background App Refresh can help Google Health update when the app is not open.

To allow Google Health to refresh in the background:

Settings > General > Background App Refresh > Google Health > On

Bluetooth must remain available for a Fitbit to communicate with the iPhone.

To confirm that Bluetooth is enabled:

Settings > Bluetooth > Bluetooth On

If the connection continues to fail, disconnecting and reconnecting Apple Health may restore the permission request.

To disconnect Apple Health from Google Health:

Google Health > Connections > Apps and Services > Apple Health > Disconnect > Confirm Disconnect

Disconnecting the service does not automatically remove every permission already stored by Apple Health. Review the Google Health entry in the Health app if you want to remove those permissions as well.

To remove the remaining Apple Health permissions:

Health > Profile Picture > Privacy > Apps > Google Health > Turn Off All

After reconnecting the apps, allow time for new records to appear. Previously stored information may not transfer in exactly the same way as activity recorded after the connection was enabled.

You can inspect an individual entry to confirm whether it came from Google Health, a Fitbit, an Apple Watch, or the iPhone.

To check the source and time of a synced record:

Health > Search > Select a Health Category > Show All Data > Select the Latest Entry

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Apple turns devices into subscriptions: New ‘Apple Upgrade’ leasing program marks shift to hardware-as-a-service

Apple Upgrade — a new hardware leasing program — is available on the Apple Store online, in the Apple Store app, and at Apple Store locations in the United States.
Apple Upgrade — a new hardware leasing program — is available on the Apple Store online, in the Apple Store app, and at Apple Store locations in the United States.

Apple has launched a major new program that lets customers lease its hardware on monthly payments instead of buying outright, positioning the company more firmly as a subscription-driven business.

On July 28th, Apple introduced Apple Upgrade in the United States, a Klarna-backed leasing service available online and in Apple Stores. It replaces the older iPhone Upgrade Program and extends subscription-style access across most iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, and Macs.

How it works

Customers choose lease terms of 12 or 24 months for phones and watches, or 24 or 36 months for tablets and computers. Starting prices are roughly:

• iPhone: from about $17.99–$18 per month

• Apple Watch and iPad: from about $11.99–$12 per month

• Mac: from about $24.99–$25 per month

Exact amounts vary by model, configuration, and term length. Higher-end devices cost more (for example, certain MacBook Pros start in the high $30s to $50s range). A soft credit check is required. Trade-ins can lower monthly payments, and Apple Card users may earn Daily Cash on payments.

At the end of the term, users can upgrade to a newer device, pay a one-time fee to keep the current one, or return it. Early upgrades, early payoffs, or terminations can incur extra fees. AppleCare is not included and must be purchased separately. Some lower-cost models (such as the Apple Watch SE, entry-level iPad, certain older iPhones, and the MacBook Neo) and business/education purchases are excluded.

Why it matters

The program arrives as Apple’s services business continues to grow strongly and as hardware prices have risen amid industry-wide memory and storage shortages driven by AI demand, Bloomberg News‘ Mark Gurman notes in his most-recent newsletter. By partnering with Klarna, Apple offers lower monthly outlays and easier access to the latest devices without taking on the full financing risk itself.

This move answers a long-standing question about Apple’s next growth phase. Combined with its existing software and media subscriptions (now totaling well over a billion paid subscriptions across Apple services and App Store apps), Apple Upgrade pushes the company closer to a full hardware-plus-services subscription model. Customers stay in the ecosystem longer, upgrade more frequently, and generate recurring revenue rather than one-time hardware sales.

In short, Apple is no longer just selling products, it’s increasingly selling ongoing access to them. The new leasing program is the clearest signal yet of that strategic shift.

MacDailyNews Take: Apple just made the smartest move in years. By turning hardware into a true subscription via Apple Upgrade + Klarna, Cupertino locks customers into the ecosystem, smooths out lumpy iPhone cycles, and rakes in predictable revenue while competitors still chase one-time sales. Yet, if you still want to buy outright, you can! Welcome to the optional Apple-as-a-Service era.


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How to watch Leeds vs Liverpool for FREE: pre-season friendly live streams from anywhere

Today's Leeds vs Liverpool live streams sees the two Premier League clubs play the final game of their US tour at Soldier Field in Chicago, with new Reds manager Andoni Iraola hunting a third win in three matches.

After a 3-2 defeat by Championship side Wrexham and a clash with Premier League rivals Sunderland, Leeds will aim to finish their US tour on a high. Fans got their first glimpse of Harry Wilson in Leeds colours after the summer signing came on as a second-half substitute against Wrexham and the Welshman could feature against Liverpool, where he came through the academy. Fellow new boy Tarik Muharemovic could also be in line for his debut. Daniel Farke's side have just three pre-season friendlies left after this game, with a home fixture against German side RB Leipzig next up on Saturday.

Iraola is eyeing a clean sweep in America after making it two wins out of two as Liverpool boss with a 1-0 victory over Wrexham, thanks to Rio Ngumoha's second-half strike. Stand-in captain Dominik Szoboszlai started at centre back in that game, underlining the Reds' lack of options in the heart of defence, but Jeremy Jacquet could make his debut following his £60m move from French club Rennes. Alexander Isak, Florian Wirtz and Ryan Gravenberch could also feature for the first time under Iraola after joining the tour late following the World Cup. After this clash, Liverpool will fly home before facing Monaco and Como at Anfield on the next two Sundays.

Read on to find out how to stream Leeds vs Liverpool live and from anywhere in the world.

How to watch Leeds vs Liverpool live streams for FREE

Good news! All Red Video - Liverpool's official streaming platform comes with a 14-day free trial, enabling you to stream Leeds vs Liverpool and the rest of the Reds' pre-season friendlies for free.

beIN SPORTS Connect in Australia also includes a 7-day free trial.

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3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to Stan Sport and tune into Leeds vs Liverpool.

How to watch Leeds vs Liverpool live streams in the US

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Viewers in the United States can stream Leeds vs Liverpool on the ESPN Deportes channel and via ESPN Select ($12.99).

You will need the Unlimited plan for $29.99 to access ESPN Deportes, which is also available on cord-cutters like YouTube TV (free trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (select markets), Fubo or DirecTV.

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How to watch Leeds vs Liverpool live streams in the UK

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All Red Video (14-day free trial) and LUTV (£5 match pass) are your two options in the UK for streaming Leeds vs Liverpool.

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How to watch Leeds vs Liverpool live streams in Canada

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In Canada, fans can watch Leeds vs Liverpool on All Red Video (14-day free trial for new users), or by purchasing an LUTV match pass.

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How to watch Leeds vs Liverpool live streams in Australia

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Leeds vs Liverpool will be broadcast on Stan Sport ($32/month) and beIN SPORTS Connect (7-day free trial) in Australia.

Stan Sport carries most of the football across the 2026/27 season, including the Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup.

Missing the game because you're outside Australia? Use a VPN to login to your Stan Sport or beIN SPORTS Connect account.

What is the Leeds vs Liverpool start time?

Leeds vs Liverpool kicks off at 9pm BST / 4pm ET / 1pm PT on Sunday, August 2. That's 6am AEST on Monday, August 3 in Australia.

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How to watch Naked and Afraid: Shipwrecked – stream survival show all-star spin-off

In a brand new twist on the franchise, 12 all-star survivalists are dropped into the ocean in the dead of night and left to fend for themselves on a remote Philippine island — all while completely starkers. Read on for how to watch Naked and Afraid: Shipwrecked online from anywhere with a VPN — a potentially for FREE.

Initially told they are on their way to a standard Naked & Afraid group challenge, the survivalists are instead left to grab what they can before being set adrift off a remote island in the pitch black night. After making it ashore, the contestants are divided into four groups and left to survive on the island in an area dubbed “Southeast Asia’s Bermuda Triangle.”

The jungle offers the most fruitful bounty, including essential equipment left behind from those who have come before, but it’s also high risk, with unforgiving terrain and deadly wildlife. The shark-infested ocean doesn't offer much more solace, as alongside the toothsome terrors, there’s also stingrays, sea snakes and box jellyfish to contend with.

With no food, fresh water or clothing, the teams must quickly form a plan, and work together, relying on their skills as a unit, not as individuals. Whatsmore, with each team only receiving one piece of the challenge map, they must track down the others in order to combine intelligence and secure rescue by Day 35.

Shipwrecked sounds like a thrilling take on the franchise, combining the classic N&A survivalist ethos with the desert island drama of the likes of Castway and Lost. Find out how to watch Naked and Afraid: Shipwrecked online and from anywhere.

Can I watch Naked and Afraid: Shipwrecked for free?

Naked and Afraid: Shipwrecked isn't streaming on any free services, however viewers in the UK and Canada could potentially make use of Discovery Plus' 7-day FREE trial.

Use a VPN to access you usual streaming services from abroad – more details below.

How to watch Naked and Afraid: Shipwrecked from abroad

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Naked and Afraid: Shipwrecked premieres in the US on Discovery at 8pm ET / PT on Sunday, August 2. New episodes will go out in the same slot weekly.

Cord cutters can access Discovery via an OTT service such Sling TV or YouTube TV.

Episodes will also be available to stream every Monday, on HBO Max, with subscriptions starting from $10.99 a month.

Have one of these subscriptions but away when Naked and Afraid is on? You can still access your usual streaming services from anywhere by using a VPN.

How to watch Naked and Afraid: Shipwrecked in Canada

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New episodes from Naked and Afraid: Shipwrecked stream on Discovery Plus in Canada, dropping every Monday.

Discover Plus costs CA$5.99 per month for Canadian subscribers.

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Can I watch Naked and Afraid: Shipwrecked online in Australia?

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New episodes of Naked and Afraid usually stream via Foxtel Now in Australia, however there's no set release date for the Shipwrecked spin-off.

When it does arrive, you'll also likely find episodes over on HBO Max.

US viewer travelling Down Under? Try using a VPN to access your usual stream – we recommend NordVPN.

Can I watch Naked and Afraid: Shipwrecked online in the UK?

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Like all other iterations of the franchise, Naked and Afraid: Shipwrecked will stream on Discovery Plus in the UK, however a firm release date is TBC.

Brits can subscribe to Discovery Plus from £3.99, although many Sky users can access the service for free as part of their package.

Brit abroad? You can still watch the show as you usually would by using a VPN.

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What is the Naked and Afraid: Shipwrecked release date?

Naked and Afraid: Shipwrecked premieres on Sunday, August 2 in the US, with episodes streaming in the US and Canada the following day. UK and Australia release dates are TBC.

Naked and Afraid: Shipwrecked episode schedule

Seasons of Naked and Afraid usually last around 8-10 episodes, meaning Shipwrecked would go out on the following schedule:

  • Episode 1: Sunday, August 2
  • Episode 2: Sunday, August 9
  • Episode 3: Sunday, August 16
  • Episode 4: Sunday, August 23
  • Episode 5: Sunday, August 30
  • Episode 6: Sunday, September 6
  • Episode 7: Sunday, September 13
  • Episode 8: Sunday, September 20
  • Episode 9: Sunday, September 27
  • Episode 10: Sunday, October 4

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Sie haben noch keine Apple Watch? Amazon haut aktuell die Series 11 zum neuen Tiefstpreis raus

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Bestseller Apple Watch 11 mit 46 Millimetern zum Tiefstpreis

Nur 379 Euro statt 479 Euro UVP

Smartwatches können Trainingseinheiten, Schlaf und wichtige Gesundheitswerte erfassen. Im Zusammenspiel mit einem iPhone können Sie außerdem Nachrichten, Anrufe, Musik und Mitteilungen direkt am Handgelenk verwalten.

Die Apple Watch Series 11 mit GPS, 46-Millimeter-Aluminiumgehäuse in Space Grau und schwarzem Sportarmband in Größe M/L kostet bei Amazon aktuell nur 379 Euro. Gegenüber der UVP von 479 Euro sparen Sie 100 Euro beziehungsweise 21 Prozent.

Dabei handelt es sich um den bisherigen Tiefstpreis, der zuletzt Ende April beziehungsweise Anfang Mai erreicht wurde. Dazwischen stieg der Preis wieder auf etwa 430 bis 450 Euro. Die Watch wurde im vergangenen Monat mehr als 500 Mal gekauft und erreicht bei über 1.800 Bewertungen durchschnittlich 4,7 von 5 Sternen. Die Series 11 ist zudem Bestseller Nummer 1 bei Amazon (in der 42-Millimeter-Version).

Was die Apple Watch Series 11 zu bieten hat

Die smarte Uhr besitzt ein 46 Millimeter großes, 9,7 Millimeter dünnes Aluminiumgehäuse und wiegt als GPS-Version 37,8 Gramm. Das Always-On-Retina-Display erreicht bis zu 2.000 Nits und kann in dunkler Umgebung auf 1 Nit herunterregeln. Das Ion-X-Frontglas soll doppelt so kratzfest sein wie bei der Series 10.

Im Inneren arbeitet der S10-Chip mit 64 GB Speicher. Zur Bedienung stehen die Digital Crown, eine Seitentaste sowie Doppeltipp- und Drehgesten bereit. Hinzu kommen Mikrofon, Lautsprecher, Siri, Apple Pay, Bluetooth 5.3 sowie WLAN im 2,4- und 5-GHz-Bereich.

Ein Schwerpunkt liegt auf den Gesundheitsfunktionen. Die Series 11 bietet unter anderem EKG, Blutsauerstoffmessung, Herzfrequenz- und Zyklus-Tracking sowie Hinweise auf Schlafapnoe, unregelmäßigen Herzrhythmus und möglichen Bluthochdruck. Der Schlafindex fasst die Schlafqualität zusammen, während die Vitalzeichen-App wichtige nachts erfasste Daten übersichtlich darstellt.

Für Sport und Fitness stehen zahlreiche Trainingsarten, Herzfrequenz-Zonen, Trainingsbelastung und eine Pacer-Funktion zur Verfügung. GPS, Kompass, Höhenmesser, Tiefenmesser und Wassertemperatursensor ergänzen die Ausstattung. Käufer erhalten außerdem drei Monate Apple Fitness+ kostenlos.

Die Akkulaufzeit beträgt laut Apple bis zu 24 Stunden bei normaler Nutzung und bis zu 38 Stunden im Stromsparmodus. Nach etwa 45 Minuten soll der Akku zu 80 Prozent geladen sein. 15 Minuten Ladezeit reichen für bis zu 8 Stunden Nutzung, 5 Minuten für bis zu 8 Stunden Schlaftracking.

Die Smartwatch ist bis 50 Meter wassergeschützt und nach IP6X staubgeschützt. Zu den Sicherheitsfunktionen gehören Notruf SOS, internationale Notrufe, Sturz- und Unfallerkennung sowie die Wegbegleitung. Bei einem erkannten schweren Unfall kann die Uhr automatisch Hilfe rufen und Notfallkontakte informieren.

Da es sich um die GPS-Version handelt, benötigt die Apple Watch unterwegs ein gekoppeltes iPhone. Die in den allgemeinen technischen Daten genannten 5G- und LTE-Funktionen gelten nur für die separat erhältliche Cellular-Version.

Warum sich das Angebot lohnt

Nutzer loben in den Rezensionen vor allem die Verarbeitung, das schlanke Design, das Display und die Funktionalität. Auch das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis und die Messfunktionen werden häufig positiv bewertet. Gemischte Meinungen gibt es allerdings zur Akkulaufzeit und zur Genauigkeit einzelner Messwerte.

In unserem Test überzeugen uns tatsächlich die längere Akkulaufzeit, die Bluthochdruckschätzung, das kratzfestere Display und die neuen Gesten. Gleichzeitig sind die Unterschiede zur Series 9 und Series 10 gering, da viele Funktionen auch dort per Software-Update verfügbar sind.

Für Besitzer einer Series 10 lohnt sich der Wechsel daher kaum. Interessanter ist die Series 11 für Neueinsteiger und Nutzer einer Series 8 oder eines noch älteren Modells. Zum aktuellen Tiefstpreis von 379 Euro ist sie innerhalb des Apple-Watch-Angebots eine gute Wahl.

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Granola AI notepad launches on Apple Watch, bringing one-tap meeting notes to your wrist

Granola AI notepad on Apple Watch
Granola AI notepad on Apple Watch

AI note-taking startup Granola has expanded its popular meeting notepad to the Apple Watch, letting users capture and transcribe conversations with a single tap—no phone or laptop required.

The new watchOS app, which launched on July 28, 2026, targets in-person and on-the-go discussions such as walking one-on-ones, whiteboard brainstorms, and casual coffee chats. Users can start recording via a dedicated app or a watch face complication. The screen turns bright Granola green and plays a sound to confirm it’s listening. When the conversation ends, a second tap stops the recording; the audio syncs to the paired iPhone, where Granola’s AI processes it into structured notes complete with highlights, decisions, and action items. Those notes then appear across the user’s iPhone, Mac, or Windows devices.

The company designed the experience around the idea that “the best wearable is the one you’re already wearing.” Co-founder Chris Pedregal noted that the goal is to let people stay present in face-to-face meetings without pulling a phone from their pocket. Internal testing showed that once employees had access to the Watch app, a substantial portion of their mobile Granola usage shifted from iPhone to wrist.

Granola can record offline on the Watch; a connection is needed only when the audio syncs and notes are generated. The app also surfaces subtle haptic reminders for upcoming calendar meetings and works seamlessly with the existing iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Windows versions of Granola. It requires watchOS 11 or later and the latest Granola iPhone app. Installation is straightforward through the Watch app on iPhone if it doesn’t appear automatically.

The launch arrives as dedicated AI note-taking hardware (pins, pendants, and similar devices) has proliferated. Granola deliberately chose to build for an existing wearable rather than create new hardware. It also follows the company’s earlier unicorn milestone after a $125 million Series C led by Index Ventures.

To mark the release, Granola collaborated with London-based weaver Nowshin Prenon on a limited run of handwoven Apple Watch straps. The Watch app itself is free to download and use via the Granola iOS app.

With the Apple Watch increasingly positioned as an AI-friendly device, Granola’s arrival underscores growing interest in discreet, always-available capture tools that keep the focus on conversation rather than technology. Users can try it on their next in-person meeting simply by updating the iPhone app and installing the Watch companion.

MacDailyNews Take: More info about Granola for Apple Watch via Apple’s App Store here.


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Apple Upgrade

Apple (Hacker News):

Apple today announced Apple Upgrade, a new product leasing program provided by Klarna for iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, and iPad available on the Apple Store online, in the Apple Store app, and at Apple Store locations in the United States.

[…]

Apple Upgrade offers 12- and 24-month leasing options for iPhone and Apple Watch, and 24- and 36-month leasing options for Mac and iPad. Leasing prices start as low as $17.99 per month for iPhone, $11.99 for Apple Watch, $24.99 for Mac, and $11.99 for iPad.

The $17.99/month gets you a base model iPhone 17e for 24 months. This is a total of $431.76 vs. $599 for buying a new one today, but then you have to make a decision:

At the end of the lease term, customers can upgrade their device to the latest generation, purchase it with a one-time payment, or simply return it and exit the program.

I used to get a new phone every other year, but I kept my iPhone 12 mini for three years and will likely keep my 15 Pro for four years. In addition to making it easier to buy phones without the up-front payment, Apple is probably hoping this will encourage more customers to get back on the two-year cycle. Given the choice between continuing a small monthly payment and getting a new phone or making a larger payment to keep their old phone, many may opt to upgrade.

Juli Clover:

The payoff amount is the difference between what was paid during the leasing period and the retail price of the device, minus any remaining trade-in credits. Klarna is not charging a fee for the leasing program, so an iPhone that’s $1,099 can be leased and then purchased for $1,099 with no extra cost beyond taxes.

I guess this means that, for a bit of hassle, you can essentially buy the device for the list price at 0% interest.

Lease participants can opt to end a lease early and return a device, but Apple says there may be “substantial fees” for terminating a lease before the end of the term.

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Customers must upgrade, end the lease, or purchase the device at the end of the lease term. If that doesn’t happen, the lease converts to a month-to-month lease for up to six months.

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Damage to an iPhone, losing an iPhone, or having an iPhone stolen could incur fees.

Aisha Malik:

The rollout of the program comes as Apple has been struggling with supply chain issues related to “RAMageddon,” which refers to the industry-wide shortage of memory chips that is driving up the price of hardware. As a result, Apple recently announced price hikes for its Mac and iPad lineups, sparing the iPhone for now. The new Upgrade program seems to be Apple’s answer to making those higher prices more manageable for consumers.

Customers can manage their lease directly in the Klarna app, where they can view their billing schedule and track remaining payments.

With the launch of the new Upgrade program, Apple is discontinuing its existing in-house financing and installment programs in the U.S., which include the iPhone Upgrade Program and iPhone Payments.

John Voorhees:

For iPhones, you have to have a carrier and can’t use a prepaid plan.

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For iPads, the starting prices range from $12.99/month to $24.99/month, Macs range from starting prices of $24.99/month to $48.99/month, and the Apple Watch ranges from starting prices of $11.99/month to $47.03/month. But again, these are just starting prices. You can configure a fully loaded 16-inch MacBook Pro that is just under $230/month, and it won’t include AppleCare.

As a point of comparison, under the current program that is being discontinued, I pay $69.50/month for an iPhone 17 Pro Max, but I have a 512GB model, so my lease price for the same phone would be $40.83/month, significantly lower, but keep in mind that doesn’t include AppleCare+, which would add $13.99/month or $139/year for that iPhone. On a monthly basis, that puts a new iPhone 17 Pro Max with 512GB of storage and AppleCare+ at just under $55/month. Still a superior deal, but not nearly as good as the landing page might initially lead you to believe.

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If you lease accessories for your device, those don’t have to be returned. Why? Presumably because they have no value to Apple or Klarna.

Marcus Mendes:

9to5Mac can now confirm that code found in the iOS 27 beta appears to reveal a broader system for managing a financed iPhone, including the ability to restrict apps and services when payments are missed.

The code describes a system called App Managed Features, which allows an authorized financing or provider app to enroll an iPhone and perform ongoing status checks.

If the contract is no longer in good standing, Apple’s system services can place the iPhone in “Restricted Mode,” which blocks access to most apps until the payment or contract issue is resolved, while keeping a small set of apps available.

I bet there are some governments that would love to commandeer that for their own purposes.

Finally, the new framework also introduces a new type of activation lock called “Partner Finance Lock,” which is meant to prevent users from erasing, reselling, or stripping a restricted device for parts.

Previously:

Update (2026-07-29): Emma Roth:

Apple says it won’t limit the capabilities of devices leased through its new Upgrade program if you miss a payment. In an emailed statement to The Verge, Apple spokesperson Brian Bumbery says, “There will be no restricted mode and/or there will be no limitations put on device functionality due to missed payments or default with the Apple Upgrade program.”

So then what is the code that 9to5Mac found for?

Marcus Mendes:

One possibility is that it was developed for financing programs offered by carriers, retailers, or other partners outside Apple Upgrade, potentially including markets where device restrictions are already used to enforce installment agreements.

See also: Mac Power Users, TidBITS, MacRumors, Slashdot.

Update (2026-07-30): Ryan Christoffel:

Here’s what every eligible product costs with Apple Upgrade.

Emma Roth:

Here’s a breakdown of how much you’d pay for the devices included in the Apple Upgrade program, as well as how much more you’d pay to purchase the devices outright at the end of your lease[…]

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Klarna doesn’t say what will happen if you don’t pay the outstanding balance.

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During the lease, Klarna owns your device. You’re responsible for any damage, and will get charged a fee if you don’t return the device in “good condition.” That’s why Apple is encouraging customers to sign up for an AppleCare subscription that could drive up the cost of your lease even more.

[…]

Apple also notes that you’ll have to pay an early termination fee if you want to return the device before your lease ends or if you want to upgrade early.

Eyes:

If you lose the leased phone you have to pay Klarna for the phone plus early lease cancellation fees.

D. Griffin Jones:

The Apple Card Monthly Installments aren’t going away, so I’ll keep using that.

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When you finance using the Apple Card Monthly Installments, you pay a fixed amount to own your device. There are no savings here — aside from the 3% cashback — the monthly payment is the purchase price divided by either 12 or 24 months.

John Gruber:

When you lease an iPhone through Apple Upgrade, you need a cellular account on one of the big three U.S. carriers: AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon. That kind of stinks, and I’m not quite sure I understand why.

Eyes:

The iPhone upgrade program always required it. For a time you could do Apple Card installments without a carrier if you bought it online but never in store. I assume there is carrier pressure to tie the phones to the carriers. Activating iPhones on carriers was a key metric at the Apple Store.

Previously:

Update (2026-08-03): John Gruber (Mastodon):

Credit-risk assessment is seemingly part of it. There’s a lot of fraud in iPhone purchases specifically and cell phone service generally. The big three carriers do a significant amount of risk assessment before letting you open a new postpaid account; that you have an active account with one of them is a signal that you’re not trying to lease an iPhone using phony credentials in order to sell it.

But the bigger reason is the complex nature of the contracts between Apple and each of the big three carriers.

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