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Shane Gillis — a stand-up comic who was announced as a new Saturday Night Live castmember in 2019 before having his job revoked after podcast clips featuring ethnic slurs surfaced — is back to host the show this weekend (Feb. 24), and in a new promo, the comedian runs his monologue by current castmembers Sarah […]
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Too many photos on your phone? With everything from photographs to concert tickets going digital, it’s nice to have a photo you can hold — and if you’re like a lot of people, there’s a good chance that your phone is packed with pictures that are just waiting to be printed.
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If you’re unsure where to start, the bestsellers list is a great place to check for shopping recommendations — and Kodak’s Dock Plus is Amazon’s No. 1 photo printer. The top selling, portable printer is compatible with iPhone or Android and currently 35% off at Amazon.
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The photo printer has a 4.2 out of 5 stars and over 13,000 customer ratings at Amazon. Need more proof of its popularity? Amazon has sold over 4,000 of these printers in the last month.
Why do people love it? It’s portable, affordable and user friendly. The mini photo printer measures 4 x 7 x 3 inches, and prints 4 x 6 inch photos. It’s equipped with Bluetooth for easy, wireless printing. Simply place your phone on the dock and print.
According to the product description, Kodak’s Dock Plus utilizes 4PASS Technology and prints “layers of color” to create glossy, waterproof, and smudge-proof photos. Besides keepsakes, the device can also print photos that can be used for passports, identification and more. The Kodak bundle includes a printer and 90 sheets of paper.
See below for a few other photo printer options.
Kodak Step Wireless Printer
Amazon
If you’re looking for a photo printer under $100, try the Kodak Step wireless, mini photo printer. It features Bluetooth but prints small (2 x 3 inches), stickable photos.
Canon SELPHY CP1500 Compact Photo Printer
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The Canon Selphy is another fan-favorite printer option, for around the same price as the Kodak Dock. The portable printer is available in black or white and offers multiple ways to connect including Wi-Fi, USB and memory card. It also features a 3.5-inch display screen, so you can view and edit your photos or add filters.
A Portable Photo Printer Under $20
If you’re budget is even tighter, here’s a photo printer for less than $20. The Vretti Pocket Printer is top-rated at Walmart snagging 4.8 out of 5 stars, and it’s on sale for $19.99.
Vretti Pocket Printer
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The portable printer weighs less than your smartphone and a “lifesaver” when you’re on the go, as one customer review noted. “It’s compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry around,” reads the customer review, which goes on to highlight the “seamless” Bluetooth connectivity, “excellent” print quality, “impressive” battery.
The mini printer can be used for photos, journal entries, notes, cards and more.
The Kid Laroi seemingly went from being an unknown Australian teenager navigating puberty to a burgeoning superstar with a diamond plaque to his name in the blink of an eye.
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Laroi — born Charlton Howard — opens up with an intimate documentary titled Kids Are Growing Up: A Story About A Kid Named Laroi, which will be available on Prime Video on Feb. 29. The “Stay” artist released the first trailer on Wednesday (Feb. 21), giving fans a taste of what’s to come.
Directed by Michael Ratner, the documentary takes viewers on an emotional journey of The Kid Laroi’s dealings with fame amid the massive commercial success of “Stay” leading into his The First Time debut album, which arrived in November.
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The two-minute trailer includes a preview of an unreleased song and features contributions from his “Stay” collaborator Justin Bieber.
“The first time I ever actually called him, he was in the shower, and I was like, ‘What’s up, dog? You can call me when you’re done showering!’” the Canadian pop star recalls.
“STAY” spent seven non-consecutive weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100, and the diamond-certified anthem won Top Hot 100 Song as well as Top Collaboration honors at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards.
Post Malone also sings Laroi’s praises in the clip: “Laroi, he’s so ambitious. I could tell he was gonna be huge.”
In a more serious turn, The Kid Laroi also gets candid about the lessons he learned from his late mentor, Juice WRLD, who passed away from an accidental drug overdose in December 2019.
“[Juice WRLD] taught me a lot about life,” he says. “He had so much life left to live. That just should not be placed on anybody.”
Prime Video is celebrating the doc’s arrival by hosting an interactive screening watch party and live Q&A between fans and The Kid Laroi from his home in Los Angeles on Feb. 28 at 4 p.m. PT.
Watch the Kids Are Growing Up trailer below and stream the documentary on Prime Video later this month.
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Vampire Weekend is taking over our spring, summer and fall with a new tour to celebrate its fifth studio album, Only God Was Above Us. It’s been nearly five years since they’ve released a full album, but on April 5, fans will have a set of fresh tunes to dance along to, and you can score cheap tickets now to ensure you see the “Capricorn” band perform new and old hits live.
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Vampire Weekend took to Instagram to make the tour announcement on Feb. 16 with a post detailing the dates and cities they’ll be visiting. The tour will kickoff on April 8 in Austin, Texas, and continue you on throughout the rest of the year until the final show on Oct. 17 in the same city they start in.
“THE ‘ONLY GOD WAS ABOVE US’ NORTH AMERICA TOUR IS HERE,” the caption says.
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The band also announced a slew of openers, including LA LOM, The English Beat, Voodoo Glow Skulls, Mike Gordon, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Ra Ra Riot, Princess featuring Maya Rudolph and Gretchen Lieberum, Cults, a DJ set by Mark Ronson, Turnstiles and The Brothers Macklovitch. You’ll want to refer to the official tour flyer to determine which opener is playing in your desired city.
When Is Presale & General Sale for Vampire Weekend’s Only God Was Above Us Tour?
Citi cardmembers have access to an exclusive presale starting Tuesday (Feb. 20) until Thursday (Feb. 22), which will occur through Ticketmaster — the official ticket distributer for the Vampire Weekend tour. Registration for the fan presale may be closed, but you still have chance to get tickets to the concert during the general sale, which is happening on Friday (Feb. 23) at 10 a.m. local time.
Ticket prices on Ticketmaster range from $43 to $300, depending on the seats you choose.
Where to Buy Tickets to Vampire Weekend Only God Was Above Us Tour
Missed out on the presale and general sale? Ticketmaster isn’t the only way to score cheap tickets to the concert — you can also find tickets through resale sites including StubHub, Seat Geek and Vivid Seats.
StubHub tickets start as low as $36 and are backed by the brand’s FanProtect Guarantee, which means if your tickets aren’t legit, then the retailer will provide 120% credit or the option for a full refund.
Take advantage of tickets from $49 as well as a 10% discount on purchases of $250+ with the code BILLBOARD10 (valid on first purchases only). Seat Geek also has a Buyer Guarantee with tickets to help protect your purchases, which you can learn more about here.
Vivid Seats is offering tickets starting at $34, which are protected through the retailer’s Buyer Guarantee that promises 100% legitimate tickets or your money back.
LeAnn Rimes is doubling down on her role as a coach on two international versions of The Voice. The Grammy-winning country singer is currently in Sydney, Australia filming her role as a coach on the upcoming season of The Voice Australia and on Wednesday (Feb. 21) it was announced that she will also serve the […]
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J.Lovers, get ready! Advance presale tickets for Jennifer Lopez’s This Is Me…Now: The Tour went on sale on Tuesday morning (Feb. 20).
Tickets are available at Ticketmaster, Vivid Seats, StubHub, Seat Geek and OntheJlo.com.
Lopez’s first tour in nearly five years launches June 26 at the Kia Center in Orlando. The tour will stop in Miami, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Philadelphia, Atlanta, New Orleans, Houston, Washington D.C., Cleveland, Montreal, Toronto and more cities across North America, including New York City, where the Bronx native will take the stage at Madison Square Garden on Aug. 16.
Read on for details on how to get tickets and how much they cost.
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Where to Get Tickets
Advance presale tickets to the This Is Me…Now: The Tour became available Tuesday at 9 a.m. local time. Presale tickets are available via the On the JLo Fan Club, Verizon Up and Citi card.
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VIP packages include the Ultimate JLo Meet and Greet Package, the Gold JLo Lounge Package, the Can’t Get Enough VIP Pit Package and the Silver J.Lo Merch package.
How to Get Tickets at StubHub
Looking for cheap tickets? Resale tickets for the tour are currently available at SeatGeek, Vivid Seats and StubHub, averaging around $60-$100 for the cheapest tickets.
If you want to be in the building for opening night, you’ll have to act fast. Tickets for the Orlando show are selling fast at StubHub (and Vivid Seats).
Prices start at $42 to $370 for the most affordable seats. However, most of the good seats are priced between $255-$400.
Want to get even closer to the stage? It’ll cost around $450 for the more affordably priced tickets. Some of the more expensive tickets that we’ve seen online are priced from around $700 to over $1,000 (some tickets are going for as much as $1,500 each).
If you’re looking to save money on concert tickets, it’s usually better to buy tickets early — unless you enjoy the thrill of waiting until the last minute. As demand increases, ticket prices for cities like Las Vegas, New York, Los Angeles and Miami could end up being more expensive than smaller cities such as Rosemont, Ill., and Edinburg, Texas.
Right now, most of the tickets are around the same price, regardless of the city, but prices are subject to change as the tour gets closer.
How to Get Tickets at SeatGeek
SeatGeek usually offers cheaper tickets than most of the other resale sites, but not by very much. Although tickets start as low as $39, many of the good seats are priced from $250-$350, while the more expensive tickets are priced from around $400 to $1000+.
How to Get Tickets at Vivid Seats
At Vivid Seats, tickets start as low as $40 to $77 for the cheapest seats, but the brunt of tickets cost around $255-$400. If you’re waiting for a good deal, now’s your chance to secure tickets at a decent price.
Use code BB2024 to save $20 off when you spend $200 or more at Vivid Seats.
The upcoming tour will be Lopez’s first jaunt since 2019. The “Rebound” singer announced the tour on Feb. 16, a day before dropping her new album, This Is Me Now… and the film This Is Me Now: A Love Story.
Next up, Lopez is slated to perform tracks from her new album along with some of her previous hits in Los Angeles on Thursday. The concert will stream live on Apple Music and Apple TV+.
Lopez’s new documentary, The Greatest Love Story Never Told, premieres Feb. 27 on Prime Video.
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Bringing your personality and creativity to social media (especially in the form of a vlog) requires more than just a great idea — you also have to make sure you have the right equipment, such as a recording booth or studio headphones. Investing in a quality camera for vlogging is just one of the ways you can help set yourself up for success, and with a slew of tech deals out there, you can even do it without breaking the bank.
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Digital content creation has become all the rage as influencers take over our social feeds. If you’re aspiring to create your own content or are looking to improve the equipment you already have, the best camera for vlogging will come with video-capturing features and more. You’ll want to consider what type of content you’re looking to capture, whether it’s travel, beauty, music or lifestyle, as it’ll determine what accessories and features you require.
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If you plan to shoot footage of yourself sitting and talking, it may be worth getting a bundle with a tripod to avoid having to hunt for a flat surface that’ll balance your camera as well as be tall enough to capture you in the frame.
No matter what your budget or needs are, Billboard Shopping went straight to the reviews to find the bestselling and most popular cameras for content creation. Rather than spend hours researching and comparing different models, we did the work for you and created a list of worthy cameras to get you crafting your next video.
Keep reading to check out our picks.
Best Cameras for Vlogging
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DJI Osmo Action 4 4K Action Camera Adventure Bundle
$399.99
$499.99
20% off
Take advantage of $100 off the DJI Osmo Action 4 Adventure Combo Bundle that’ll help you save money while capturing your best content. The bundle includes a battery that’s deep-freeze proof and able to withstand temperatures as low as -4 degrees, a stabilizing rod and mount to keep your camera in place.
The bundle has built up a 4.8 star rating with one shopper raving about how “It’s become a very important tool in my bag of capturing footage that most normal cameras can’t without extra gear.”
Amazon
Sony ZV-1 Compact Digital Vlogging 4K Camera
$498
$499.99
This Sony digital camera may be more of a splurge, but it’s totally worth it as it comes with everything you could possibly need to get started — and for the lowest price its been in 30 days! Along with the camera, you’ll receive a compact tripod, carrying case, lens blower, lens and sensor brush, lens tissue paper, a microfiber cloth, Paint Pro Shop software, a 10 SDXC memory card and more. A directional 3-capsule microphone is also included and will help minimize background noise to capture only your voice. Plus, the image stabilization will help minimize any shakiness in your footage.
Verified Amazon reviewers are praising the camera’s beginner-friendly qualities — especially for first-time users. “This was my first ever camera and let me tell you, this one is amazing!” one shopper wrote. “I used this to record short videos and take pictures for my trip overseas and they all captured exactly how those moments felt in person. The best camera for taking on the go, is lightweight and easy to use. The automatic feature that adjusts the camera setting based on the environment (sunlight, darkness, etc) to take beautiful videos and pictures. Would recommend it for beginners starting vlogs or capturing memories!”
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GoPro HERO11 Black Action Camera Bundle
Travel vloggers can take advantage of GoPro’s camera bundle, which comes almost everything your could need to take your content on the go. It’s designed with a front and back LCD camera to assist in framing your shots as well as stabilization capabilities and the ability create wide cinematic shots or extra-tall vertical shots.
Best Buy reviewers have given the device a 4.7 star rating and stating that “If you are looking for an action camera that can capture stunning videos and photos in any situation, and also share them easily on your favorite platforms, the GoPro HERO11 is the perfect choice for you.”
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NBD Digital Camera 48MP 4K Video Camera
$134.96
$499
73% off
If you’re in the market for a budget-friendly camera with all the bells and whistles of a luxe model, NBD’s digital camera is the one to go for. It comes with a full content creation kit including an attachable microphone, lens, batteries, carrying bag and more. The textured grip on the side of the camera will also decrease your risk of dropping it while the 4K resolution and wide-angle makes sure you capture every moment.
One reviewer even loves how durable it is, especially for travel, saying, “This camera is built to last with a sturdy body that can withstand drops and bumps. You can take it on all your adventures without worrying about damage.”
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Ariana Grande and Kacey Musgraves will both promote their upcoming March album releases by performing on Saturday Night Live next month, the NBC late-night comedy show announced Tuesday (Feb. 20). Musgraves will join Anyone But You actress Sydney Sweeney when she hosts the March 2 episode, while Grande will join host Josh Brolin on the […]
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Dolly Parton is putting together a variety show that may just earn two paws up for its lineup of star-studded appearances. Coming Wednesday (Feb. 21) to CBS and the next day on Paramount+, Dolly Parton’s Pet Gala will debut a celebration of four-legged friends.
You can expect dogs strutting the runway and pink carpet glammed in the “Jolene” singer’s own pet apparel line, with the Grammy winner acting as co-host alongside comedian and actress Jane Lynch.
“I have hosted or co-hosted many shows throughout my career, but I have never been more excited about co-hosting a show than I am about being part of this pet gala!” Parton said in an official press release. “I love animals. I’ve got all kinds, and of course, I’ve always had little dogs around, and big ones! We’re going to have some of all kinds and colors on the show, and there is nothing more fun to me than when little animals do what they do best, and I’m looking forward to it! There is so much fun stuff, and I know all the animal lovers out there are going to love this show.”
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The two hour variety show won’t just feature dogs decked out in their most paw-some Doggy Parton looks, but will include exclusive performances of Parton’s greatest hits including “9 to 5,” “I Will Always Love You,” “Puppy Love” and “Jolene,” sung by none other than Lainey Wilson, Carly Pearce, Chris Janson and KC of KC and the Sunshine Band.
Kelly Osbourne and Rachel Smith will act as runway correspondents, but the special guests don’t end there. Celebrity pet owners including Drew Barrymore, Kristen Bell, Kristin Chenoweth, Margaret Cho, Neil Patrick Harris, Carson Kressley, Jim Nantz, Jessica Simpson, more will be making an appearance with their furry friends.
Keep reading to learn the streaming options available.
How to Watch Dolly Parton’s Pet Gala Live Without Cable
You can watch Dolly Parton’s Pet Gala live through the CBS channel on Wednesday (Feb. 21) at 9 p.m. ET/PT. If you have cable, you can tune into whatever channel offers CBS, which you can find through your cable provider’s channel guide. If you don’t have cable, you might be able to get CBS through an HD antenna like one of these from Amazon.
Live TV streaming platforms including DirecTV Stream, Fubo and Hulu + Live TV offer free trials ranging from five days to up to 30 days free, which means you can watch the pet variety show and more for free. Once the free trials are up, you’ll be charged the regular subscription price based on what plan you go with. Monthly prices start at $77 and provide up to hundreds of live TV channel options, DVR capabilities and more.
If you’re watching from outside the U.S., you can watch the pet gala using a VPN like NordVPN and ExpressVPN.
How to Watch Dolly Parton’s Pet Gala on Paramount+
Another way you can stream the variety show for free is through CBS’ official streaming platform Paramount+. You’ll be able to watch the pet gala the day after it airs live on Thursday (Feb. 22). If you already have a subscription to the streaming platform, you can watch Dolly Parton’s Pet Gala for free when you log into your account.
Don’t have a subscription? Paramount+ offers a seven day free trial, which will give you access to special and more. After the free trial is done, you’ll be charged the regular membership fee based on the plan you choose. Click here or the button below to start your free trial.
If you’re a student you can take advantage of the student membership, which is 25% off the Paramount+ Essential monthly subscription
The streaming platform comes with two different plans to choose from: Paramount+ Essential and Paramount + with Showtime. The Essential plan is ad-supported and the cheapest one at $5.99/month with access to thousands of episodes and movies, NFL on CBS, UEFA Champions League and 24/7 live news on CBS News.
Paramount + with Showtime is not only ad-free, but for $11.99 you’ll get everything in the Paramount+ Essential plan as well as access to Showtime programs and content, college football, live TV on CBS and the ability to download content offline onto your smart devices.
Along with Dolly Parton’s Pet Gala, subscribers will also be able to watch and stream original shows and movies as well as CBS content such as Halo, RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, Willie Nelson & Family, Big Brother, Milli Vanilli, Special Ops: Lioness, Survivor, Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning and more. And, with Showtime, you can expect to watch programs like Yellowjackets, The Curse, X, Past Lives, Lamb, The Chi and more.
Check below to watch a preview of the variety show.
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Megan Thee Stallion wants you to feel “like a hottie” in her new collection with Nike. The Houston rapper’s flaming hot Nike collaboration — featuring biker shorts, a bodysuit, sports bras, cropped T-shirts and more — dropped on Tuesday (Feb. 20).
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The Hot Girl Systems collection is comprised of day-to-night pieces that are available in sizes XS to 3X. Prices range from $40 to $200.
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“For the hot girls doing hot things. @theestallion’s first collection with Nike, Hot Girl Systems, is here,” reads a post on Nike’s Instagram account on Tuesday. “Including AM to PM pieces with sizes ranging from XS to 3X. Customize and finalize your look with her Nike By You Air Max 97. Created by Megan Thee Stallion, inspired by how she wants you to feel: Like the hottie you are. 🔥🔥”
Fans can also customize a pair of Nike Air Max 97 in three different colorways, the rapper announced on Instagram Tuesday. “Stepping on necks in these Nike By Yous. Hotties customize a pair of Air Max 97s with three different packs inspired by Hot Girl Meg, Tina Snow, and Suga. Designed by me, customized by you. Download the @nike app to create your perfect pair.”
The Nike x Megan Thee Stallion Hot Girl Systems collection was initially released on Feb. 15, the rapper’s birthday, via megantheestallion.com. The collection dropped at Nike stores and on Nike.com on Feb. 20.
Starting March 4, Hotties can hit up the NTC app to join Megan Thee Stallion in two new workout classes: Hottie Lower Body and Hottie Core.
The Nike x Megan Thee Stallion Hot Girl Systems collection is nearly sold out at Nike.com and on Megan Thee Stallion’s website, but there are some items still available. (It’s unclear if the collection will be restocked.)
Shop the collection below.
Nike x Megan Thee Stallion Women’s Cropped T-Shirt (Plus Size)
Nike x Megan Thee Stallion Women’s 5″ Bodysuit
Nike x Megan Thee Stallion Women’s Medium-Support Non-Padded Sports Bra
Nike x Megan Thee Stallion Women’s Cropped Shirt