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Quick LinksStreaming Services Worth Staying Subscribed To How often do you fire up your favorite streaming service only to realize it doesn’t have the show or movie you want to watch? Despite streaming services dominating how we consume content, licensing agreements mean you often have to subscribe to multiple options to watch what you want. I’ve totally leaned into this: I have ten different streaming platform subscriptions and couldn’t be happier with my decision. Streaming Services Worth Staying Subscribed To Subscribing to 10 different streaming platforms is a lot- and certainly, more than the average person typically subscribes to. I…

Quick LinksAccess to Exclusive Content Key Takeaways Even if you miss a live race, F1 TV Pro offers race highlights, onboard driver cams, and real-time team radio access. You can quickly relive the action and hear behind-the-scenes team discussions. Follow the entire grid with the Driver Tracker and monitor crucial metrics like tire usage, gap times, and lap times with Live Data. Enjoy live streams of F2, F3, and Porsche Supercup races, along with F1 archives, shows, and documentaries even during the off-season, to make the most of your subscription MAKEUSEOF VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT…

I’m always on the lookout for new audio tech, and the annual IFA tech show in Berlin, Germany, is a great place to find the latest and greatest. MAKEUSEOF VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT I’ve been on the floor at IFA 2024, and these are some of the best new bits of audio tech I’ve seen. 1 Technics SC-CX700 Gavin Phillips/MakeUseOf I wasn’t expecting legendary brand Technics to launch anything new at IFA 2024, but they surprised us all with a new active speaker system. The SC-CX700 combines an amplifier, streaming capabilities, regular connections, and more…

Photograph: Imogen BrownMonday July 15 2024ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppWritten by Allie Early & Danielle ValenteWritten by: Oliver StrandToddlers are always on the move, demanding attention at all times. Navigating public spaces with them can be a challenge, but there are plenty of toddler activities in NYC that ensure fun for the whole family without much hassle. These things to do with toddlers in NYC are crafted with your little ones in mind, offering them the freedom to explore, plenty of engaging stimulation and—thankfully—nothing too fragile. There are both indoor and outdoor options for your toddler adventures, from bustling playgrounds and sprawling parks to family-friendly attractions and museums.…

The official NYC School Calendar for 2024-2025 has been released, and includes all important dates for the school year.Tuesday August 27 2024ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppWritten by Shaye WeaverEditor, Time Out New YorkIt’s time to start planning for the upcoming school year. The Department of Education has officially released the NYC School Calendar for 2024-25, and we have all the important dates for you right here. School holidays, parent-teacher conferences and early dismissals are all included in this list so you can sort out the school year.For those after-school hours, check out these after-school programs for kids in NYC and browse all the…

Photograph: Courtesy Daniel LevinWednesday February 21 2024ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppWritten by Tolly Wright & Allie EarlyWritten by: Oliver StrandFrom classic playgrounds to water playgrounds, NYC kids throughout the five boroughs have it made when it comes to outdoor playtime. The best playgrounds in NYC are places where the kids can gather, burn energy, have fun, make some memories and maybe get a little creative. The city is home to standard slides-and-swings playgrounds as well as innovative, design-forward playgrounds that stimulate the imagination. And who can forget the water playgrounds—featuring splash pads and sprinklers—that serve as summertime spots for staying cool. You’re never…

Photograph: Art Horz, courtesy of Splish Splash | HyperlightSaturday June 1 2024ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppWritten by Hannah Doolin & Allie EarlyWritten by: Danielle ValenteLooking for ways to keep the kids cool during the summer? While outdoor activities like hiking and visiting PYO farms for fresh strawberries or blueberries are classic summer activities, sometimes you just need to find a place to beat the heat. Water playgrounds and beaches are options, but for an all-around cool summer activity, there’s nothing better than heading to a water park near NYC. These NYC-area water parks offer a thrilling escape with water slides, wave pools and…

Photograph: Denis FinninTuesday April 30 2024ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppWritten by Allie Early & Danielle ValenteKids in NYC have it made: the city is a giant playground, featuring a slew of parks, plenty of green space, bike paths galore, accessible beaches, nearby hiking trails and of course amazing actual playgrounds. The outdoor options are endless, but what about the times when it’s too hot, too cold or too rainy for outdoor play? Fortunately there are plenty of  indoor activities for kids in NYC that offer a ton of weather-proof fun. Whether you’re looking for educational activities—think kids’ cooking classes or a kid-friendly museum—or…

Key Takeaways Don’t rely solely on store demos or a salesperson’s pitch; instead, familiarize yourself with key specs like operating systems and display technologies (QLED, OLED, LED) to find the right fit for your space and needs. Picking the wrong size or ignoring essential features like HDMI/USB ports can lead to an unsatisfactory experience, as can basing your decision purely on price. Modern TVs often lack powerful built-in speakers, so it’s important to budget for external speakers or a soundbar to get the full cinematic experience. MAKEUSEOF VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT TV viewing continues to…

Spotify has a variety of personalized playlists on its platform, but nothing has been quite as captivating as Daylist. Since Spotify added its Daylist playlist, I’ve been listening to it more and more for these reasons. MAKEUSEOF VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT 1 Different Playlists at Different Times Like other personalized playlists on Spotify, Daylist is dynamic. But what makes it special is that it automatically updates multiple times a day. As such, Daylist is the most regularly updated personalized playlist on the platform. The main idea behind Daylist is that it provides you with a…