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The streaming war has led to subscription confusion for consumers, and now Verizon is the latest company to turn back to bundles as a way to solve that issue while luring people to switch to its latest unlimited plans. On Monday, the wireless giant announced a new perk for its latest “myPlan” users: a subscription to the ad-supported versions of Max and Netflix for $10 per month.

The carrier says the new bundle is exclusive to its wireless users who are on its latest plans known as Unlimited Welcome, Unlimited Plus or Unlimited Ultimate. Those on older offerings would need to change their plans to one of those options to be eligible. The new perk will be available starting on Dec. 7.

Read more: What are the best Verizon plans and which should you pick

Introduced back in May, Verizon’s latest plans removed the blanket inclusion of perks like the Disney Bundle (ad-free Disney Plus and ad-supported Hulu and ESPN Plus) with its unlimited plans and instead allowed users to pick what kind of perks they wanted for $10 per month, per perk. So if someone just wanted wireless service without streaming thrown in, they could get that while if you wanted the Disney offering, more hotspot data or subscriptions to services like Apple One or Walmart Plus you could them each for $10 per month.

In short, Verizon pitched it as a way to pay for services you want at a discount while not paying for things you don’t use.

For perks like the Disney Bundle, this would allow you to save $9 per month as you would be getting it for $10 per month through Verizon instead of the usual $19 per month from Disney. The Apple One offering is a savings of nearly $7 per month compared with buying it separately from Apple, while Walmart Plus through Verizon would save $3 monthly as opposed to buying directly from Walmart.

Max with Ads runs $10 per month (or $100 if purchased annually) while Netflix Standard with ads runs $7 per month. The Verizon bundle would be a $7 per month savings compared with doing monthly subscriptions to both services (or a $5.33 monthly savings if you did the annual Max deal with a monthly subscription to Netflix).

In theory, someone with this new Netflix and Max bundle, the Disney Bundle, Apple One, and Walmart Plus could be paying $40 per month to Verizon and get access to ad-supported versions of Netflix, Max, Hulu, ESPN Plus and Paramount Plus (since Walmart Plus includes Paramount Plus Essentials) as well as ad-free versions of Disney Plus and Apple TV Plus (through Apple One, which also includes Apple Music and Apple Arcade).

Read more: The best streaming service deals

The move is also interesting as it takes two streaming services offered by Verizon’s rivals and makes it available for its users. T-Mobile has long bundled in Netflix with a variety of its wireless plans, while AT&T used to offer Max (when it was under the HBO Max name) as part of some of its wireless plans.

T-Mobile still offers ad-free Netflix with a number of its offerings. AT&T stopped including Max on its top plan back in June 2022, though in August of that year it revealed it had agreed to a new deal with Max parent Warner Bros. Discovery that allowed it to bring back the bundle in the future. While that deal was announced over a year ago, AT&T has yet to offer Max with any of its traditional wireless plans outside of include Max with Ads on one of its Cricket prepaid offerings.

The bundling of different streaming services may bring back memories of traditional cable packages, and this trend may not be limited to Verizon’s packaging of Netflix and Max. The Wall Street Journal reported last week that Apple and Paramount have discussed creating a joint offering that includes Apple TV Plus and Paramount Plus in one subscription suggesting that other streaming services may be partnering up in the not-too-distant future.

The world of smartwatches continues to grow and Google’s Pixel Watch 2 is one of the best around. But the best way to make a great smartwatch even better is to make it cheaper, and that’s what we can do for you right now thanks to a few different retailers offering a $50 Pixel Watch 2 saving.

The newest Google smartwatch would normally sell for $350 but if you order right now you’ll pay a lot less. Amazon is offering the wearable for just $300 and you can get the same watch for the same $300 asking price over at Best Buy, Target and directly at the Google Store, too. With offer various trade-in options available at each, you could save even more if you have an older watch to hand over. Cellular-enabled models are also discounted.

The Pixel Watch 2 is of course the upgraded version of the popular Pixel Watch and comes with support for Wi-Fi connectivity and all of the usual activity and sleep tracking that have become table stakes at this point. Both retailers also offer the Pixel Watch 2 in a variety of colorways, so make sure to select your preferred one before adding anything to your cart, too.

Notable features include the ability to get help when you need it with an emergency SOS feature, while the long battery life means that you can go more than 24 hours between charges. The watch can also help monitor your heart to ensure that you’re alerted if there are signs of an irregular heart rate — and there’s an ECG functionality included, too. All in all, the Pixel Watch is a full-featured smartwatch and one that’s even better at this lower price.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year: 2023’s Spotify Wrapped has dropped. That means it’s time to sit back and review your top artists, genres and songs of the year. More importantly, it’s time to share your listening trends with your friends, your coworkers or even other fans on the internet.

If your friends are anything like mine, sharing your Spotify Wrapped results across group chats is mandatory. Each winter, nearly all of my group chats are inundated with screenshots and links to others’ Spotify Wrapped results.

This year’s Spotify Wrapped offers even more insights into your listening habits than before. 2023’s Wrapped includes new (and refreshed) features like Sound Towns, Me in 2023, Top 5 Artists and Top 5 Genres that you can share. Even more, you are able to customize your Spotify Wrapped results when you share your listening data.

If you’re interested in sharing and customizing your 2023 Spotify Wrapped results, read on to learn everything you need to know. For more, here are our picks for best music streaming services and best TV streaming services.

How to share your Spotify Wrapped results

Sharing your Spotify Wrapped results is pretty simple. In the Spotify app, tap the Your stories box under the Your 2023 Wrapped header. This will take you to Spotify Wrapped, where you can watch your yearlong listening stats in a format similar to Instagram stories or Snapchat and then watch or tap through short videos, each showing you a different slice of your listening habits.

When you come to a shareable listening stat, a Share this story button will appear at the bottom of the page. Note this option will only appear once you’ve watched the entire story, so you can’t skip straight to the data.

After tapping Share this story, you will have the option to copy the link and share the results via your favorite messaging app or download the results.

If you send a link to your results directly from the Spotify app, you are essentially sending a link to your entire Spotify Wrapped, including the stat you wish to share. If you don’t want to send your entire Wrapped, you can instead download the result in the Spotify app and then just send the specific image you wish to share.

How to customize your Spotify Wrapped results

When you’re sharing your final Spotify Wrapped results (which will show your top five artists, your top five songs, your top genre, a picture of your top artist and your minutes listened), you will have the ability to slightly customize the appearance of your Wrapped results.

After reaching your final results, you will have six options that you can choose from before sharing. These contain the same information and the same image of your top artists. The only difference is the backgrounds: Each background has a different color and design that matches the theme of this year’s Wrapped. The background colors you can choose from are red, light purple, yellow, green, dark purple and black.

Spotify doesn’t allow users to make any edits or changes to their Wrapped results; if you have some songs or artists you’d rather not share that you’ve been listening to (we’ve all been there), you’ll have to take care of that on your own.

For more, here’s how to change your Spotify settings for the best listening experience.

If you’re in the Google ecosystem and eyeing one of its flagship phones, then you’re probably considering the Pixel 8 Pro. Unfortunately, it’s not as great as some were hoping it to be, and you can actually save quite a bit of money by going with the Pixel 7 Pro, which is still an excellent phone. You can even get a substantial discount from Woot on a brand-new 256GB Pixel 7 Pro for $600 rather than the $999 it usually goes for. That’s a whopping $399 discount and $30 less than the 128GB model is going for at Amazon.

The Pixel 7 Pro still features on our list of best phones to buy in 2023, and for good reason. It has a sleek design and a lot of power under the hood with its Tensor G2 chip that puts it on par with something like the Samsung S22 Ultra in terms of performance. That means you get a really smooth experience out of using it, especially with the latest Android software, which the Pixel 7 Pro is optimized to use given that Google makes Android.

You also get three excellent cameras: a 50-megapixel main camera, a 48-megapixel telephoto lens and a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera. There’s also a lot more AI in the imaging software this time around and even includes a photo unblur tool which is useful in a lot of scenarios. You’ll also get to see all your pics on a gorgeous 6.7-inch screen that’s running a 3,120 by 1,440 resolution and a120Hz refresh rate, the latter of which makes for a snappy experience and is what you’d want to see on a flagship phone.

The Pixel 7 Pro continues to be an impressive phone in 2023, while the Pixel 8 Pro suffered from quite a few issues post-launch. As such, it’s worth considering the Pixel 7 Pro and this discounted price, or, if you’d rather go for something else entirely, check out our roundup of the best phone deals available right now.

A possible NFC playoff preview is set for Sunday in Philly, when the NFC East-leading, 10-1 Eagles host the 8-3, NFC West-leading 49ers at Lincoln Financial Field. Both teams are getting hot at the right time, with Philly on a five-game win streak, including wins over the Bills and Chiefs in the last two weeks.

San Francisco is on a three-game win streak of its own, with wins over the Seahawks and Buccaneers these past two weeks.

Kickoff is called for 1:25 p.m. PT (4:25 p.m. ET) on Fox. We’ll show you how you can watch, even if the game isn’t available on your local Fox channel.

The game will be shown on TV in the San Francisco and Philadelphia areas (according to 506 Sports) on live TV streaming services, but there may be cases where you’re blocked because of an internet location glitch or if you’ve elected to have an added layer of privacy for streaming.

There is an option that doesn’t require subscribing to something like NFL Sunday Ticket or NFL Plus, or searching the internet for a sketchy website: You can use a virtual private network, or VPN.

Here’s how you can watch the game from anywhere in the US with a VPN.

Read more: NFL 2023: How to Watch and Stream Games and RedZone With or Without Cable

49ers vs. Eagles: When and where?

Week 13 of the NFL season sees the Eagles host the 49ers at 1:25 p.m. PT (4:25 p.m. ET) on Sunday. The game will take place at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia — home of the Eagles.

How to watch the 49ers vs. Eagles game online from anywhere using a VPN

If you find yourself unable to view the game locally due to incorrectly applied blackout restrictions, you may need a different way to watch; that’s where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, and it’s a great idea for when you’re traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.

With a VPN, you can virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. If your internet provider or mobile carrier has assigned you an IP address that incorrectly places you in a blackout zone, a VPN can solve for that by giving you an IP address in your correct, non-blackout area. Most VPNs — like our Editors’ Choice, ExpressVPN — make it really easy to do this.

Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US and Canada, as long as you’ve got a legitimate subscription to the service you’re streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions.

Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the other great VPN deals taking place right now.

Livestream the 49ers vs. Eagles game in the US

This week’s 49ers-Eagles game is on Fox, so in addition to a VPN set to an area carrying the game (see tips below) you’ll need a live TV streaming service that carries a local Fox affiliate that’s broadcasting the game. The least expensive such service is Sling TV Blue.

Numerous other live TV streaming services carry local Fox stations as well, namely YouTube TV, Hulu Plus Live TV, DirecTV Stream and Fubo. They all cost more than Sling TV, but they also carry more channels, including football-broadcasting channels like ESPN. Check out our live TV streaming services guide for details.

If you live in an area where the game is being broadcast, an over-the-air antenna connected to your TV provides another option for Fox. The best part about antennas is that no streaming or monthly fees are required, although you will need to make sure you have good reception.

Quick tips for streaming 49ers vs. Eagles using a VPN

• With four variables at play — your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN — experience and success may vary.
• Sling Blue is only an option if and when the ability to get Fox local affiliates is active on your account. You may want to verify that your billing address is eligible for that option before committing your credit card.
• If you don’t see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the “search for city or country” option.
• If you’re having trouble getting the game after you’ve turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs — like Roku — don’t have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you’ll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you’re using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.
• All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network’s sports app, you’ll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.
• And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you’re using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommend Brave.

Whether you’re building a new PC from scratch or want to upgrade the one you already have, StackSocial has a bundle deal that you definitely won’t want to miss. Today only, you can snag Windows 11 Pro — the latest and greatest Microsoft OS — along with the full suite of Office Pro Plus apps (2019 version) for just $50. That’s over $350 off compared with the usual price for these programs when purchased separately. But this deal is only available through 11:59 p.m. PT (2:59 a.m. ET) tonight, so be sure to get your order in before then if you don’t want to miss out on these savings.

Windows 11 Pro is the most advanced Microsoft OS out there at the moment, and includes some exclusive features that you don’t get with the base version. That includes Microsoft Remote Desktop, BitLocker device encryption, Windows Sandbox, Hyper-V, Azure Active Directory and more. This offer includes lifetime access for up to three devices, but not all PCs will be compatible, so be sure to check it yours meets the system requirements before you purchase.

And this bundle also includes lifetime access to Office Pro Plus apps, which are used by schools and businesses around the world. The 2019 version is now a generation old and doesn’t include Microsoft Teams, but will still allow you to access popular programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and more. And this one-time purchase is a serious bargain compared with the usual subscription price for Microsoft 365, which starts at $7 per month or $70 for the year. Just note this deal includes lifetime access for only a single device, and Microsoft’s extended support for Office 2019 will end on Oct. 14, 2025.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday may have come and gone, but the holiday savings haven’t dried up quite yet. Best Buy is still offering tons of bargains on TVs, laptops, headphones, kitchen appliances and much, much more at it’s ongoing three-day weekend sale, so it’s a great time to take care of some gift shopping (or snag some new tech for yourself). But these deals are available only until 9:59 p.m. PT (12:59 a.m ET) tonight, so be sure to get your order in before then if you don’t want to miss out on these savings.

To help you make the most of these bargains before they’re gone, we’ve highlighted some of today’s best last-chance offers. For example, this Sonos One SL Smart Speaker has a rare $41 discount that brings the price down to $159. If you’re looking for a TV, the excellent 48-inchLG A2 Series with an OLED screen is discounted down to $550 from $1,300. On the laptop front, the Dell Inspiron 16-inch 2-in-1 is just $700, a $400 savings, while Apple users can take advantage of this $150 discount on the M2 MacBook Air, dropping it down to $949. And those looking to snag some new kitchen appliances can grab the Bella Pro Series 8-quart air fryer is for just $50 instead of $110, or snag the Keurig K-Select coffee maker for just $70 instead of the usual price of $150.

Here are some more of our top picks from Best Buy’s three-day sale:

• PS5 bundles: $500 (save $70)
• JBL Clip 3: $40 (save $30)
• Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen): $199 (save $50)
• Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite: $100 (save $60)
• Samsung HW-B650/ZA 3.1ch Soundbar with Dolby 5.1: $200 (save $200)
• KitchenAid 5.5-quart stand mixer: $300 (save $150)
• Ninja Foodi Smart XL 6-in-1 Countertop Indoor Grill: $160 (save $120)
• Insignia 43-inch N10 Series: $130 (save $40)
• Samsung 50-inch TU690T Crystal TV: $280 (save $100)
• Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Camera Security Bundle: $300 (save $300)
• Blink Outdoor 3 security camera two-pack: $108 (save $72)
• Philips Hue A19 Bluetooth 60W LED Smart Bulb three-pack: $80 (save $55)
• Lenovo Ideapad 3i: $380 (save $250)
• ASUS TUF 15 with RTX 4070: $980 (save $420)
• JBL Reflect Noise Cancelling Earbuds: $70 (save $80)
• Sennheiser HD 458BT Noise Cancelling Headphones: $70 (save $130)

• NordicTrack Commercial S15i exercise bike: $650 (save $650)

• Bose QuietComfort 2 earbuds: $200 (save $100)
• LG 27-inch FHD FreeSync monitor: $100 (save $120)
• Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen): $55 (save $75)

After firing head coach Frank Reich this past week, the 1-10 Panthers will play their first game with former special-teams coach Chris Tabor at the helm and offensive coordinator Thomas Brown calling the plays. Perhaps this arrangement will lead to better results for top overall draft pick Bryce Young, who has struggled along with the rest of the team in his rookie year.

The Panthers face division rival Tampa Bay on the road Sunday. The Buccaneers have dropped two straight, falling to 4-7 on the season ahead of Sunday’s game.

The Panthers and Buccaneers kick off in Tampa Bay at 4:05 p.m. ET (1:05 p.m. PT) on CBS. Here is how you can watch, even if the game isn’t available on your local CBS channel.

According to 506 Sports, the game will be shown on TV in the Tampa Bay and Charlotte areas on live TV streaming services, but there may be cases where you’re blocked because of an internet location glitch, or you just want an added layer of privacy for streaming. There is an option that doesn’t require subscribing to something like NFL Sunday Ticket or NFL Plus, or searching the internet for a sketchy website: You can use a virtual private network, or VPN.

Here’s how you can watch the game from anywhere in the US with a VPN.

Read more: NFL 2023: How to Watch and Stream Games and RedZone With or Without Cable

Panthers vs. Buccaneers game today: When and where?

This Week 13 NFL fixture has the Texans hosting the Broncos at 4:05 p.m. ET (1:05 p.m. PT) on Sunday. The game is at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay, Florida, home of the Bucs.

How to watch the Panthers vs. Buccaneers game online from anywhere using a VPN

If you’re unable to view the game locally due to incorrectly applied blackout restrictions, you may need a different way to watch — and that’s where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN also encrypts your traffic, stopping your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day, plus it’s a great idea for adding an extra layer of privacy to your devices and log-ins when you’re traveling and connecting to various Wi-Fi networks.

With a VPN, you’re able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. So if your internet provider or mobile carrier has assigned an IP address that incorrectly shows your location in a blackout zone, a VPN can fix that problem by giving you an IP address in your correct, non-blackout area. Most VPNs, like our Editors’ Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.

Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US and Canada, as long as you’ve got a legitimate subscription to the service you’re streaming. Be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it suspects of circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions.

Looking for other options? Check out some of the other great VPN deals taking place right now.

How to watch Panthers vs. Buccaneers in the US

This week’s Panthers-Buccaneers game is on CBS, so in addition to a VPN, you’ll need a live TV streaming service carrying a local CBS affiliate that’s broadcasting the game. The good news for football fans is that CBS is available on most of the major streaming services. The least expensive option is Paramount Plus.

Numerous other live TV streaming services carry local CBS stations, including YouTube TV, Hulu Plus Live TV, DirecTV Stream and Fubo. They all cost far more than Paramount Plus, but they also carry many live channels, including football-broadcasting channels like Fox and ESPN. Check out our live TV streaming services guide for details.

If you live in an area where the game is being broadcast, an over-the-air antenna connected to your TV is another option for watching CBS. The best part about antennas is that there are no monthly fees, though you will need to make sure you have good reception.

Quick tips for streaming the Panthers vs. Buccaneers game using a VPN

• With four variables at play — your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN — your experience may vary.
• If you don’t see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the “search for city or country” option.
• If you’re having trouble getting the game after you’ve turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs including Roku don’t have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you’ll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you’re using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.
• All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network’s sports app, you’ll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to the email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.
• Remember, browsers can give away locations despite using a VPN, so be sure you’re using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We recommend Brave.

The Browns enter Week 13 following a rough Sunday in Denver, where they lost to the Broncos 29-12. Even with the loss, Cleveland remains firmly in the AFC playoff picture at 7-4. On Sunday the Browns head to Los Angeles to take on a Rams team that has won two straight following last Sunday’s beatdown of the Cardinals.

Kickoff is called for 1:25 p.m. PT (4:25 p.m. ET) on Fox. We’ll show you how you can watch, even if the game isn’t available on your local Fox channel.

The game will be shown on TV in the Cleveland and Los Angeles areas (according to 506 Sports) on live TV streaming services, but there may be cases where you’re blocked because of an internet location glitch or if you’ve elected to have an added layer of privacy for streaming.

There is an option that doesn’t require subscribing to something like NFL Sunday Ticket or NFL Plus, or searching the internet for a sketchy website: You can use a virtual private network, or VPN.

Here’s how you can watch the game from anywhere in the US with a VPN.

Read more: NFL 2023: How to Watch and Stream Games and RedZone With or Without Cable

Browns vs. Rams: When and where?

Week 13 of the NFL season sees the Rams host the Browns at 1:25 p.m. PT (4:25 p.m. ET) on Sunday. The game will take place at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California — home of the Rams.

How to watch the Browns vs. Rams game online from anywhere using a VPN

If you find yourself unable to view the game locally due to incorrectly applied blackout restrictions, you may need a different way to watch; that’s where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, and it’s a great idea for when you’re traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.

With a VPN, you can virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. If your internet provider or mobile carrier has assigned you an IP address that incorrectly places you in a blackout zone, a VPN can solve for that by giving you an IP address in your correct, non-blackout area. Most VPNs — like our Editors’ Choice, ExpressVPN — make it really easy to do this.

Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US and Canada, as long as you’ve got a legitimate subscription to the service you’re streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions.

Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the other great VPN deals taking place right now.

Livestream the Browns vs. Rams game in the US

This week’s Browns-Rams game is on Fox, so in addition to a VPN set to an area carrying the game (see tips below) you’ll need a live TV streaming service that carries a local Fox affiliate that’s broadcasting the game. The least expensive such service is Sling TV Blue.

Numerous other live TV streaming services carry local Fox stations as well, namely YouTube TV, Hulu Plus Live TV, DirecTV Stream and Fubo. They all cost more than Sling TV, but they also carry more channels, including football-broadcasting channels like ESPN. Check out our live TV streaming services guide for details.

If you live in an area where the game is being broadcast, an over-the-air antenna connected to your TV provides another option for Fox. The best part about antennas is that no streaming or monthly fees are required, although you will need to make sure you have good reception.

Quick tips for streaming Browns vs. Rams using a VPN

• With four variables at play — your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN — experience and success may vary.
• Sling Blue is only an option if and when the ability to get Fox local affiliates is active on your account. You may want to verify that your billing address is eligible for that option before committing your credit card.
• If you don’t see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the “search for city or country” option.
• If you’re having trouble getting the game after you’ve turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs — like Roku — don’t have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you’ll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you’re using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.
• All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network’s sports app, you’ll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.
• And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you’re using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommend Brave.

Don’t let the Cardinals’ 2-10 record fool you. With quarterback Kyler Murray back behind center, this is a dangerous team. On Sunday, Murray and the Cards take on the Steelers, who are 7-4 despite having a negative scoring differential on the year.

The Steelers offense showed some life last week under new offensive coordinator Eddie Faulkner, but the defense remains the Steelers’ calling card.

The Cardinals and Steelers kick off in Pittsburgh at 1 p.m. ET (10 a.m. PT) on CBS. Here is how you can watch, even if the game isn’t available on your local CBS channel.

According to 506 Sports, the game will be shown on TV in the Phoenix and Pittsburgh areas on live TV streaming services, but there may be cases where you’re blocked because of an internet location glitch or just want an added layer of privacy for streaming. There is an option that doesn’t require subscribing to something like NFL Sunday Ticket or NFL Plus, or searching the internet for a sketchy website: You can use a virtual private network, or VPN.

Here’s how you can watch the game from anywhere in the US with a VPN.

Read more: NFL 2023: How to Watch and Stream Games and RedZone With or Without Cable

Cardinals vs. Steelers game today: When and where?

This Week 13 NFL fixture sees the Cardinals host the Steelers at 1 p.m. ET (10 a.m. PT) on Sunday. The game is at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.

How to watch the Cardinals vs. Steelers game online from anywhere using a VPN

If you’re unable to view the game locally due to incorrectly applied blackout restrictions, you may need a different way to watch — and that’s where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic. It’s also a great idea for adding an extra layer of privacy for your devices and log-ins while traveling and connecting to various Wi-Fi networks.

With a VPN, you’re able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. So if your internet provider or mobile carrier has assigned an IP address that incorrectly shows your location in a blackout zone, a VPN can fix that problem by giving you an IP address in your correct, nonblackout area. Most VPNs, like our Editors’ Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.

Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you’re streaming. Be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it suspects is circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions.

Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the other great VPN deals taking place right now.

How to watch Cardinals vs. Steelers in the US

This week’s Cardinals-Steelers game is on CBS, so in addition to a VPN, you’ll need a live TV streaming service that carries a local CBS affiliate that’s broadcasting the game. The good news for football fans is that CBS is available on most of the major streaming services. The least expensive option is Paramount Plus.

Numerous other live TV streaming services carry local CBS stations as well, including YouTube TV, Hulu Plus Live TV, DirecTV Stream and Fubo. They all cost far more than Paramount Plus, but they also carry many live channels, including football-broadcasting channels like Fox and ESPN. Check our live TV streaming services guide for details.

If you live in an area where the game is being broadcast, an over-the-air antenna connected to your TV provides another option for CBS. The best part about antennas is that there are no monthly fees, though you will need to make sure you have good reception.

Quick tips for streaming the Cardinals vs. Steelers game using a VPN

• With four variables at play — your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN — your experience may vary.
• If you don’t see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the “search for city or country” option.
• If you’re having trouble getting the game after you’ve turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs including Roku don’t have VPN apps that you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you’ll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you’re using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.
• All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network’s sports app, you’ll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to the email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.
• Remember, browsers can give away locations despite VPNs, so be sure you’re using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We recommend Brave.