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The shocking Married at First Sight allegations are yet another sobering reminder of reality TV’s dark side

The shocking Married at First Sight allegations are yet another sobering reminder of reality TV’s dark side

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Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more It was billed as a “social experiment”. In each season of Married at First Sight, a lineup of hopeful singles walk down the aisle to be greeted by a complete stranger, someone who has supposedly been selected as their perfect match. A mock wedding ensues – and the “newlyweds”, two people who have never previously laid eyes on each other, then proceed to move in together to see if they can make their relationship work. And throughout every tentative kiss, stony silence and explosive row, the cameras are rolling. As far as dating shows go, it is a high-stakes, high-emotion format – and one that pulls in a lot of viewers. In September 2024, the UK version of MAFS (as it is known by …

Best Memorial Day deals 2026: TVs, mattresses, headphones, and more

Best Memorial Day deals 2026: TVs, mattresses, headphones, and more

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The best early Memorial Day 2026 deals: The unofficial start to summer is less than week away, but anyone looking to shop Memorial Day deals doesn’t have to wait until May 25. Deals are already live at Amazon, where you can save as much as 40%. There are also plenty of savings from the mega-retailer and across the online shopping sphere on the usual suspects, like mattresses, TVs, furniture, and outdoor patio deals. However, plenty of other brands are getting in on early MDW sales — you can grab the Dyson Airwrap i.d. for $150 off and the Bose QuietComfort headphones for $120 off. We’ll be updating all the best Memorial Day deals throughout the week, so if you don’t see anything that catches your eye just yet, be sure to check back soon. Best Memorial Day Amazon deals $259 at Amazon $349.99 Save $90.99   Why we like it What says start of the summer better than slushies on-demand? When Mashable’s Leah Stodart reviewed the Ninja Slushi, pointed out the merits of the Slushi …

Amazon Memorial Day deals: Take over 50% off TVs, Bose earbuds, Jackery portable power stations and more

Amazon Memorial Day deals: Take over 50% off TVs, Bose earbuds, Jackery portable power stations and more

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The best early Memorial Day deals to shop on Amazon right now: The long Memorial Day weekend is coming up quickly. Like every other major holiday, Amazon is celebrating with a sale. Also standard for Amazon, we don’t necessarily have to wait until the official holiday drops to get savings. Amazon’s Memorial Day is already in full swing. Timing it well with the season, Amazon’s Memorial Day sale has great price drops on summer-themed items like portable power stations, a TV worthy of every MLB and World Cup game, and plenty of camping gear. There are also excellent deals for home upgrades, from the kitchen to the backyard that’ll help celebrate all that summer has to offer. Before the holiday weekend kicks off, shop these early Amazon Memorial Day deals today and leave the weekend open for relaxation or adventure. Best TV deal $696.94 at Amazon $1,499.99 Save $803.05   Why we like it Summer is undeniably getting hotter. If you’ll be taking respite indoors this summer, it might be high time to make a …

4 things you’re doing right now that are shortening your OLED TV’s life

4 things you’re doing right now that are shortening your OLED TV’s life

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If you have an OLED TV, congratulations! This TV will afford a fabulous cinematic experience at home, with deep blacks, vibrant colors, and fantastic wide-angle viewing. Chances are you invested quite a bit into the TV since OLED TVs are among the most expensive you can buy. So, you’ll want to ensure that you protect that investment. But there are a few things you might be doing right now that are already shortening its life. Like any technology product, OLED TVs require proper care and use. With small changes to your habits and settings, you can prolong the TV’s lifespan and enjoy it for many years to come. The typical lifespan for an OLED TV, based on average use, is anywhere from 10 to 20 years. You can stretch that to the max, even longer, by making sure you follow a few notes. Related My OLED TV looked washed out until I found this one picture setting Dynamic Tone Mapping is the display feature you might not know you needed. Leaving it on when you’re …

Apple TV’s Hilarious New Horror Series Is a Small-Town Comedy Unlike Anything on TV

Apple TV’s Hilarious New Horror Series Is a Small-Town Comedy Unlike Anything on TV

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It’s been a while since a horror series grabbed my attention, like really grabbed my attention. We’re living in an era where genre programming feels plentiful, yet formulaic — where the algorithm can overpower originality. It’s important to say that, because I’ve discovered a new horror show that, through its familiar-feeling aesthetic, feels fresh, original and requires my complete attention. I’m talking about Widow’s Bay on Apple TV, and if this is the first you’ve heard of the series, the best way I can describe it is to ask, what if Parks and Recreation was created by Stephen King? If that question stopped you in your tracks, then you’re going to want to read what I have to say.  This is a show that blends the small-town sensibilities of The Andy Griffith Show with David Lynch’s Twin Peaks. It’s quaint like the beach scenes from Jaws; it’s terrifying like the shark scenes from, well, Jaws. Bold statement, incoming: It’s the best new horror series on TV, and there’s nothing else on quite like it. Read …

Dua Lipa Sues Samsung for Million for Using Her Face to Sell TVs

Dua Lipa Sues Samsung for $15 Million for Using Her Face to Sell TVs

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Dua Lipa has filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung, accusing the electronics company of using her likeness to sell TVs without her permission or compensating her. In a complaint filed on Friday in the Central District of California, the multi-Grammy winner is accusing the electronics company of “copyright infringement, trademark infringement and violation of her right of publicity in order to obtain redress for the massive, continuing, unauthorized commercial exploitation of her valuable image and likeness.” Lipa alleges that Samsung used a photo, which she owns the copyright to, that was taken backstage at the Austin City Limits Music Festival in 2024 and displayed it on the packaging for various Samsung TVs since 2025. “Recognizing Ms. Lipa’s notoriety and goodwill, Samsung used a copyrighted image of Ms. Lipa without authority or license and prominently featured it on the front of cardboard boxes containing Samsung manufactured televisions for retail sale,” the suit states. The “Levitating” singer claims that Samsung has continued to profit off her likeness and refused to comply with her demands to stop using …

Best TVs for 2026: Expert Tested and Reviewed

Best TVs for 2026: Expert Tested and Reviewed

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The Sony Bravia 8 II is a new flagship OLED. David Katzmaier/CNET With all of the TVs available today, and all of the technical terms and jargon associated with television technology, it can be tough to figure out what’s important. Here’s a quick guide to help cut through the confusion. Picture quality: Broadly speaking, the type of display technology helps dictate how good a TV’s picture quality is, but OLED is typically the best display technology, and this is followed by LCD (including QLED, and Mini LED). OLED tends to have the best picture quality because it doesn’t need a backlight and every pixel can be either on or off, leading to great black levels. In comparison, each LED in a backlight looks after multiple pixels at a time so it isn’t as precise — it’s not yet 1:1. Among midrange models, look for a feature including full-array local dimming, mini-LED and 120Hz refresh rate, which (unlike some other extras) do help improve the picture in my experience. Additionally, If a TV uses Quantum Dots …

Roku sued for allegedly bricking TVs – see which models are affected, and your best alternatives

Roku sued for allegedly bricking TVs – see which models are affected, and your best alternatives

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Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Roku and TCL are being sued for allegedly bricking TVs. The suit alleges Roku deployed defective updates. Six specific models are named in the suit. If you have a Roku TV, there’s a class action lawsuit you should be following. In a recent filing in California, a user is accusing Roku and TCL North America of issuing defective software updates that render TVs unusable. In some cases, the suit alleges, the TV only shows a black screen. In other instances, the TV gets stuck in a boot loop, freezes, or restarts repeatedly. A replacement set suffered similar problems. Also: The 4 streaming services I swear by – and my bill is just $40 a month The plaintiff in this case appears to not be alone. In the comments section on TopClassActions.com, a site that compiles current class action lawsuits, dozens of other users reported similar problems, many explaining that their TVs were either unusable or degraded to the …

The best 40-inch TVs of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

The best 40-inch TVs of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

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While many shoppers tend to gravitate toward 55- and 65-inch TVs, both big and small brands offer excellent small-screen options with features for home entertainment. You’ll still get premium smart features like built-in voice controls, support for hundreds of streaming apps, and web browsing without the high cost of a bigger model. A 40-inch class OLED TV is a great, yet expensive, TV for gamers seeking a reliable screen to use with both PCs and consoles, with a 120Hz refresh rate and VRR support. A 40-inch TV is also a good option if you’re looking for a budget TV, which often retails well under $1,000, barring OLED options.  In our May update, we performed minor editorial changes and checked product availability and pricing. Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source on Chrome and Chromium browsers. Best tv deals of the week Deals are selected by the CNET Group commerce team, and may be unrelated to this article. What is the best 40-inch TV right now? The Sony Bravia 2 …