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Summary Sith masks and helmets have become a staple inStar Wars, but there is one key reasonEmperor Palpatine/Darth Sidiousnever used one. The first Sith helmet inStar Warsmovies and TV showswas Darth Vader’s, but other Sith have since emerged and mirrored that iconic look. Following in his grandfather’s footsteps, Kylo Ren—although not a true Sith—used a mask with a voice modulator in the sequel trilogy. However, his master, Snoke, rebuked him for this choice, implying that Kylo Ren was little more than a Darth Vader pretender....

Summary The 1980s added some great movies to the cyberpunk subgenre ofscience fiction, and 10 of them can be watched almost endlessly.Cyberpunk, not to be confused with neo-noir, is a very specific but not well-defined subgenre of science fiction. There are a few features almost every cyberpunk story has, such as anti-capitalist messaging, a grim, dystopian depiction of the near future, a focus on advanced technology, body horror, and a protagonist who challenges a corrupt system to tear it all down....

Summary 1000-lb SistersstarAmanda Haltermanhas lost a lot of weight since having bariatric surgery in March 2023, but now a devastating breakup threatens to derail her journey. The beloved series, which premiered in 2020, centers around the extraordinary weight-loss journeys of Tammy Slaton and Amy Slaton, but their sister, Amanda, has also lost some weight. Amanda didn’t appear on the show until season 4 because she was going through a divorce. Though she wasn’t on the show during the first few years, she has always been close to Tammy, Amy, and her siblings....

This week, theNetflixoriginal film,Reptile, is serving as a sharp reminder of why Benicio del Toro is one of the best actors of his generation. And since we’ve already recommendedthree movies likeReptile, it’s time to shift gears and focus on the five Benicio del Toro movies that you should watch. Considering that del Toro made his big screen debut inBig Top Pee-wee, followed by a bit part inLicense to Kill, he’s really come a long way in the last 35 years....

Having access to portableBluetooth speakersis no longer a thing of the future. Nowadays, it is more likely that you’d get lost in the number of options available. If you’re looking for something that is as durable for theoutdoorsas much as it is booming with unadulterated sound, Ultimate Ears’ and JBL’s lineup surely won’t let you down. And now, you’re able to get UE’s Megaboom 3 and either of JBL’s Charge 3 or Xtreme along with $150 in discounts when you order them from Amazon or Walmart....

Nowadays,speakersthat feature virtual assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant have virtually overshadowed regular ones that just want to party and play music. But if you don’t want artificial intelligence to overhear every conversation you and your family are having, theUltimate Ears Megaboom 3is a great option. ThisBluetooth speakergot a nearly perfect score from us and made it to our list of thebest wireless speakers for 2019. Right now, the Megaboom 3 is available on Amazon for acool 15% off...

If you got a taste for premium coffee, you might as well upgrade your ordinarycoffee makerto a premium machine. Instead of waiting in line or trekking down to your local cafe, you can be your own barista and enjoy a hearty cup in the comforts of home. It’s also more economical and efficient in the long run compared to paying the average $5 a cup on a regular basis. And you can bank on up to $150 off on two brewers that made our editor’s list of thebest espressoandNespresso machines....

Apple is rolling out iOS 15.1 and iPadOS 15.1, its third update to thecurrent generation of iOSsince it rolled out alongside the iPhone 13. The iOS 15.1 update bringsSharePlay, which lets multiple Apple users enjoy movies, music, and other content together during FaceTime calls; ProRes video recording on theiPhone 13 Proand theiPhone 13 Pro Max,among other improvements to the camera; and some additions to the Home, Shortcuts, Translate, and Wallet apps....

To get the most out of battle royale games and to increase your odds of victory, Nvidia’s recently published study confirms what most gamers already know: Choosing the right hardware will lead to better performance. For Nvidia, this is more than just picking the most capable graphics card, as the company found thathaving the right monitormay be just as important. This hardware pairing will allow gamers to see things more quickly and respond to enemies, and a fastG-Sync monitoralso makes things sharper by reducing blur....

If you’re looking for some serious audio for your home theater, there’s plenty of savings available among today’sbest soundbar dealsandbest subwoofer deals. But if you’re looking for a portable option, here we’re taking a look at all of the best Bluetooth speaker deals going on today. Most Bluetooth speakers can go just about anywhere with you, and they also make a great audio option if you’d simply like to listen to your music on something with more oomph than your phone....

While there areTV dealsfor premium screens with all of the most advanced features, some shoppers may just be looking for a simple and budget-friendly TV. If you’re one of them, here’s Best Buy’s cheapest offer today: the 24-inch Insignia F20 Series HD TV for an extremely affordable $70, following a $10 discount on its original price of $80. You should temper your expectations if you’re going to buy this low-priced display, but if you understand what you’ll be getting, this is a bargain that’s going to be hard to refuse....

Black Ops 6 Zombies Season 3 Reloaded update patch notes Black Ops 6 Zombiesgot a ton of new content in the Season 3 update, including the Shattered Veil map, but that’s not all, as Season 3 Reloaded brings even more. Call of Dutybrings a new update every four weeks, and this time it’s Season 3 Reloaded.Warzonegets Verdansk map updates,Black Ops 6 multiplayergets new maps, and while Zombies doesn’t get nearly as much content as it did in Season 3, there’s still plenty to look forward to....

Marvel fans have been clamoring for astand-alone Black Widow moviefor years, and they’re finally getting one. Despite her seemingly permanent send-off inAvengers: Endgame, Natasha Romanoff will return to the big screen to kick off Marvel’s highly-anticipated Phase 4. In true superspy fashion, Marvel Studios is keeping many details ofBlack Widowtightly guarded, but the company has revealed some footage from the film via trailers and television ads. Here’s everything we know aboutBlack Widowso far, which is currently scheduled to premiere on July 9....