Dash Pimps Your Ride into a Connected Smart Car

Sure, Xzibit pimped your ride with hydraulics, seat-back flat screen TVs, and a flame-motif paint job, but the new Android app Dash can turn your four-wheeler into a wirelessly connected smart car. It has been billed as a FitBit for cars, working in tandem with a hardware activity tracker of sorts to monitor and analyze real-time data about you and your car’s performances. With Dash, every aspect of driving can be more seamless.

That’s right—the vehicle of the future has been sitting in your driveway this entire time. Dash connects your smartphone (iOS coming soon!) to all car models made in or after 1996 with an ink cartridge-sized device that locks into your car just under the steering wheel. This OBD is the brain, connecting with the app via Bluetooth to unload data that can help you drive safer, save money, and stay social at the same time. Sounds good to us!

As we mentioned, Dash not only monitors your car’s performance, like alerting you when the “check engine” light flashes on. Many of its features are specifically designed to make you a savvier driver on the go, like helping you to detect crashes and find the cheapest gas nearby. But in an age when it’s hip to be super self aware—even in our sleep!—Dash’s most intriguing feature is that it completely breaks down your current journey in real time. View your mileage, travel time, how much gas you’re using (in dollars) and how many miles you’re getting per gallon all on the same screen.

Here’s the kicker: once you’ve reached your destination, your trip is given a score out of 100 to incentivize better driving (cue Driver’s Ed flashbacks). You can then compare your scores with friends who also use Dash and even earn virtual bumper stickers and discounts as your score gets higher—remember, this type of competitive driving is the exact opposite of Fast and Furious, so +1 for making a complete stop at that Stop sign.

If you ask us, Dash is a welcome addition to our activity tracking-saturated world. Besides seeming like something we could very easily integrate into our everyday driving routine, we’re all for making travel more efficient. After all, less time behind the wheel means more time to make!

What are the latest driving apps and gadgets every commuter must have? Which are your favorite to use? Tell us in the comments below.

Give a girl 7 Christmas makeup ideas to choose from and she can change the world — or at least slay her holiday pictures. So what if you only plan to be in your living room this year? There's no harm in getting dolled up to celebrate one of the best days of the year. After all, you've basically survived everything 2024 has thrown at you from dealing with toxic friends to wondering if it's too late to participate in the winter arc trend (it's not!). So let's get into these lovely Christmas makeup looks!

7 Christmas makeup ideas to recreate at home

1. Red-Tinted Lipgloss 

Jasmine Williams

"I love the simplicity of this look because it takes less than 10 minutes to complete. I prepped my skin with e.l.f. Cosmetics' Power Grip Primer before applying Haus Labs Triclone Skin Tech Medium Coverage Foundation and Sephora's Best Skin Ever Concealer, a touch of One/Size Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder, and Ami Colé's Hydrating Lip Oil Treatment in the shade Romance (cranberry color)! IMO, the subtle pop of lip color is great for someone who doesn't want to overdo it on Christmas." — Jasmine Williams, Brit + Co's Writer.

2. Icy Blue Eye Makeup  

Chloe Williams

"When I want to try something different than my classic gold lid, I love breaking out an ice blue or periwinkle shadow. ColourPop is my favorite brand to get eyeshadows from just because of how pigmented they are, and I went crazy with this LAV_ISH palette. More is more in this case, y'all! I layered Mood Boost, Escapism, Serenity, and Virtual Love all together until it was just right. I've also found that skipping eyeliner for this look helps it feel a little more carefree instead of polished, which is always fun." — Chloe Williams, Brit + Co's Entertainment Editor

3.Sunset Eyeshadow 

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While it's easy for bronze looks to sway into the skin-like neutral territory, this cute Christmas makeup idea is more festive. The difference has everything to do with adding brown, gold, or even pink shimmer towards the inner corner and middle of your eyelids.

Our recommendations: Milani Gilded Mini Eyeshadow Palette or Urban Decay Naked Mini Eyeshadow Palette

4. Glittery Purple Eyeshadow

Chloe Williams

Go big or go home with a Christmas makeup look that's as bold as your holiday decor. It doesn't hold anything back with its glittery purple eyeshadow and crimson lipstick! It's going to show up in all your pictures without an issue. As an added bonus, let your nails match your eyeshadow! We have plenty of Christmas naildesigns that'll help you narrow down the right polish or press-on nails to go with this.

Our recommendation: Revolution Beauty Forever Flawless Eyeshadow Palette

5. Pink Shimmery Eyeshadow 

Chloe Williams

"I love the femininity of the sugar plum fairy, which makes this all-pink look one of my favorites! I've been loving the glowy look of the L'oreal true match nude serum foundation along with peachy blush. For the eye, I use the Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette I got in high school along with the Rare Beauty All of the Above Weightless Eyeshadow Stick in Well-being. And to finish off the look, I don't go anywhere without my L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Lipstick in Sugar Plum (fitting!). This is my third tube and it's literally like my lips but better." — Chloe Williams, Brit + Co's Entertainment Editor

6. White Gold Shimmery Eyeshadow + Nude Lip Combo

Jasmine Williams

"This is probably my favorite Christmas makeup look I've worn because I decided to be adventurous with my eyes by adding white gold glitter to them. I didn't want to go overboard so I kept it light by using the shade * from Too Faced's * palette. For my lips, I used Maybelline's SuperStay Matte Lipstick in the shade Seductress and their Lifter Lipgloss in Stone on my lips. It's a great look for anyone who plans to wear statement outfits on Christmas!" — Jasmine Williams, Brit + Co's Writer

7. Sugar Plum Ice Princess 

Kayla Walden

As much as we love intricate designs and makeup looks, we know the best ones don't involve a lot of things. Kayla Walden, one of Brit + Co's Staff Writers and in-house Content Creator, knows how to create stunning looks that only involve a few products. All she did was add a sparkly white eyeshadow all over her eyelids while lining her bottom waterline with a white eyeliner.

Watch Kayla's Christmas Makeup Tutorial Here!

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And just like that, you'll have the perfect makeup this holiday season!

Which Christmas makeup idea will you be wearing in your holiday pictures? Let us know and subscribe to our newsletter for more last-minute ideas!

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Yellowstone might be coming to an end, but good news! There are plenty of TV shows you can binge watch before the new Yellowstone spinoff, and they all have the drama and relationship dynamics you love about the OG show. Here are the best series to press play on after you finish the Yellowstone finale! (Although fair warning: they don't have Bella Hadid ;)).

Here are 17 shows to watch if you're a Yellowstone fan.

1. 1883 — Stream on Paramount+

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You didn't think I could start this list without the Yellowstone prequels did you? This gripping and emotional TV show follows the Duttons in the year 1883 as they move from Texas to Montana.

Stream 1883 on Paramount+. The show stars Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Sam Elliott, Isabel May, LaMonica Garrett, Marc Rissmann, Audie Rick, Eric Nelsen, and James Landry Hébert.

2. 1923 — Stream on Paramount+

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The second Yellowstone prequel finds the next generation of Duttons scattered around the world — and 1923 season 2 (coming February 23, 2025) will see Spencer and Alex fighting to get back home.

1923 is on Paramount+ and stars Julia Schlaepfer, Harrison Ford, Helen Mirren, Brandon Sklenar, Michelle Randolph, Darren Mann, Jerome Flynn, Aminah Nieves, and Isabel May.

3. Godless — Stream on Netflix

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Godless is a super cool show because it takes the cowboy narrative so many of us grew up on and flips it on its head. When a gang of outlaws tracks a supposed traitor named Roy to La Belle, they realize the town is governed mainly by women...and they're notorious.

Godless is on Netflix and stars Jack O'Connell, Michelle Dockery, Scoot McNairy, Merritt Wever, and Thomas Brodie-Sangster.

4. Landman — Stream on Paramount+

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This TV show takes us down south, to West Texas. Tommy Norris, a crisis exec, tries to secure his company's spot in the oil business during a fuel boom in this addicting show.

Landman is on Paramount+ and stars Billy Bob Thornton, Ali Larter, Michelle Randolph, Jacob Lofland, Kayla Wallace, James Jordan, Mark Collie, Paulina Chávez, Demi Moore, Jon Hamm, Andy Garcia, and Michael Peña.

5. Succession — Stream on Max

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If you can't get enough of the family drama, then you'll definitely want to start Succession. This Emmy-winning series follows Logan Roy as he (and his four kids) tries to figure out what the heck to do with the future of his company. Trust me, you'll want to binge watch this one.

Succession is on Max. The show stars Jeremy Strong, Sarah Snook, Brain Cox, Kieran Culkin, Nicholas Braun, Matthew Mcfadyen, Alan Ruck, and J. Smith-Cameron.

6. Lawmen: Bass Reeves — Stream on Paramount+

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Another Paramount pick! Lawmen: Bass Reeves follows the titular Bass, who was one of the first Black deputy U.S. marshals on the west side of the Mississippi.

Lawmen: Bass Reeves is Paramount+ and stars David Oyelowo, Barry Pepper, Demi Singleton, Dennis Quaid, Donald Sutherland, Forrest Goodluck, and Lauren E. Banks.

7. Billy The Kid — Stream on MGM+

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Billy The Kid is definitely for the Yellowstone fans who love the Western vibes of it all. This show follows a younger Billy as he falls in love, experiences different kinds of heartbreak, and becomes the outlaw we know all too well.

Stream Billy The Kid on MGM+ and see Tom Blyth, Eileen O'Higgins, Daniel Webber, and Alex Roe.

8. Hatfields & McCoys — On Amazon Prime

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This series is also a great option for any history buff, and revolves around the true feud between the Hatfield family and the McCoys in Kentucky and West Virginia, respectively. To think it (almost) all started because of a stolen pig...

Hatfields & McCoys is on Amazon Prime and stars Kevin Costner. Bill Paxton, Tom Berenger, Mare Winningham, Jena Malone, Boyd Holbrook, and Powers Boothe.

9. The English — Stream on Prime Video

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Need even more girl power? Turn on The English, which sees Emily Blunt's character out for revenge on the man she blames for her son's death.

The English is on Prime Video and stars Emily Blunt, Chaske Spencer, and Stephen Rea.

10. Ozark — Stream on Netflix

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This family drama follows the Byrdes, who hightail it to the Ozarks after a money-laundering scheme gone wrong sends a Mexican drug lord after them.

Ozark is on Netflix and stars Jason Bateman, Julia Garner, Laura Linney, Skylar Gaertner, and Charlie Tahan.

11. Longmire — Stream on Netflix

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Longmire is another modern Western like Yellowstone, and follows Walt Longmire, a widowed sheriff trying to put his life back together and protect Absaroka County at the same time.

Longmire is on Netflix. The show stars Robert Taylor, Katee Sackhoff, Lou Diamond Phillips, Cassidy Freeman, and Adam Bartley.

12. Peaky Blinders — Stream on Netflix

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If you love the Yellowstone drama more than the aesthetic, swap the West for Ireland with Peaky Blinders, which follows Tommy Shelby as he leads a 20th Century gangster family.

13. Outer Range — Stream on Prime Video

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Outer Range combines Western storytelling with sci-fi elements so while this is technically a Western, it's definitely something you've never seen before. The story follows the Abbotts, who are trying to deal with their daughter-in-law's disappearance and protecting their ranch...then a black void appears.

Outer Range is on Prime Video and stars Josh Brolin, Lili Taylor, Noah Reid, and Imogen Poots.

14. Sons of Anarchy — Stream on Hulu

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Tensions run high in this TV show for Yellowstone fans, which follows a biker who can't reconcile his new role as a father with his place in an outlaw motorcycle club.

Sons of Anarchy is on Hulu and stars Charlie Hunnam, Katey Sagal, Kim Coates, Mark Boone Junior, and Tommy Flanagan.

15. The Ranch — Stream on Netflix

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If you need a laugh, turn on The Ranch, which offers a different (read: fun!) perspective on ranch life. Listen, I get it — sometimes dramas can get you down!

The Ranch is on Netflix and stars Ashton Kutcher, Sam Elliott, and Debra Winger.

16. Bloodline — Stream on Netflix

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Family secrets are everywhere in this show, which deals with the fallout of the family's "black sheep" finally returning home.

Bloodline is on Netflix and stars Kyle Chandler, Ben Mendelsohn, Linda Cardellini, Sissy Spacek, Norbert Leo Butz, and Jacinda Barrett.

17. Deadwood — Stream on Max

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Want to keep up the drama after the Yellowstone finale? Tune into Deadwood, which takes place at the end of the 1800s and examines all the lawless corruption going on in Deadwood, South Dakota. (Spoiler: there's a lot).

Deadwood is on Max and stars Timothy Olyphant, Ian McShane, Molly Parker, and Brad Dourif.

Which TV show like Yellowstone is your fave? Let us know on Facebook!

Girl dinner lovers, it's time to listen up. Trader Joe’s just dropped a delicious $4 item that’s worthy of upgrading all your snacky meals, and shoppers are literally drooling over it – myself included.

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Trader Joe’s brand-new Caesar Salad Dip features everything you love about Caesar salad, but, of course, in dip form: Caesar-seasoned sour cream, mayonnaise, anchovy paste, Parmesan cheese, and finely shredded Romaine lettuce are included in the mix. Cravings hitting yet? Mine surely are!

Tj’s fan account @trader_joes_treasure_hunt recently shared the Caesar Salad Dip with their followers, and they immediately swarmed to the comment section to sound off about its sheer greatness.

“Yessss please!!!” someone commented. “Cannot wait!👏”

"I just bought and tried👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 ," one commenter wrote. "10/10 perfect dip for veggies or even in a wrap! tzatziki consistency with the PERFECT caesar flavor.😩"

“Sheeeeesh,” another exclaimed. “It’s like they made this for me.”

“This with a fry and Diet Coke??” one more person said. “THE girl dinner. 👏🏻”

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This “satisfyingly savory, captivatingly creamy, and remarkably rich” Trader Joe’s dip is the perfect pairing for chicken nuggets, lunch wraps, grinder sandwiches, crackers, and everything in between. Trader Joe's even noted that it's a "game-changer" for game days and cocktail parties. Time to dip in!

Aside from your personal girl dinner needs, the Caesar Salad Dip is the ideal creamy snack to share during the holiday season – include it in your next charcuterie spread!

The Trader Joe’s Caesar Salad Dip goes for just $3.69 at your local TJ's grocery store. You can find it amongst my other dippable faves like their Truffle Dip and Buffalo Chicken Dip! If you're a Caesar fanatic, you've absolutely got to give it a try before it sells out.

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