Things to do at home: 34 ideas while you're stuck in isolation

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Update: We're halfway through the week and we've added more ideas to our list of things to do at home as more shows and games are released since our original update. We have completely reorganized our to-do list in detail in case you get stuck in self-isolation and get bored quickly. We have 32 new ideas for you. Everything mentioned here can be done at home. Think of it this way: we're your digital guide to help you get through the coronavirus epidemic and the world's seemingly indefinite lockdown. Let us distract you from today's surreal situation while directing you to fun and productive activities. You can do whatever you want, as long as it's inside and you keep walking away. Our ideas for things to do include new movies, live sports alternatives, and new games that will waste your time. There are also podcasts and cleaning tips to get you started. Yes, finding things to do at home when we're bored has become the number one challenge we didn't anticipate when forecasting for 2020. We'll continue to do our part to help make self-isolation bearable and to protect you as we go through all these difficult times.

Look

1. Look at Quibi to see if the new service is good

(Image credit: Quibi) Quibi has just launched and everyone's first immediate question is: what in the world is Quibi? Good question, especially if you haven't seen the Quibi Super Bowl ad. It's a mobile-only video streaming service with big names in Hollywood tied in, both front and backstage. All of the short videos here work in landscape or portrait, and their length is long enough to watch over lunch. Here's everyone's second question: Does Quibi deserve to be a subscriber? Our ongoing Quibi review notes that there is a free trial of Quibi that lasts for 90 days, and right now it's the best of the service. The current lineup of shows can be random, and we'll need time to reach a verdict on this evolving mobile streaming platform, especially when new creators are brought on board.

2. Watch Pixar's Onward for free with Disney Plus

(Image credit: Disney/Pixar) The best Disney Plus deals of the day Pixar, known for its big-budget CG movies, is gearing up for a small-screen release with its latest movie: Onward. Disney released it on March 20 for digital purchase, while Disney Plus subscribers starting April 3 in the US and Canada can watch it for free (at no additional cost on top of the Disney Plus subscription, mind you). . We think this weekend is the best time to sign up for Disney Plus (see free trial offer above), at least in North America. Everyone, like those in the UK, can still soak up episodes of The Mandalorian, The Imagineering Story, and The Simpsons.

3. Watch home movies that came out early

(Image credit: Paramount Pictures) There are a number of great movies that are either supposed to be in theaters or shouldn't be available on demand much later. The theaters are closed, so the big studios turned to you to get you to stream home early. New movies to buy: Sonic the Hedgehog has accelerated its release to meet the demand of all those who are bored at home and looking for things to do, such as Bad Boys for Life, The Invisible Man, Call of the Wild, Bloodshot, Birds of Prey, The Hunt, Dolittle, Emma, ​​I Still Believe, and The Wayback. Everyone is priced on the property. New rentals for rent: 1917, Jumanji: The Next Level, Richard Jewell, and Bombshell, while Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker now has pay-to-buy status. We've put together a series of short videos to help keep you entertained and informed at home. Check out our overviews of the best headsets, webcams, and tablets below, tips on how to clean your phone, and more. .

4. Watch the Netflix 'Tiger King' nonsense

(Image credit: Netflix) Update: Tiger King is apparently getting more content, but the rest won't be on Netflix. The Joe Exotic will be seen on the US television network Investigation Discovery. Additionally, one of the stars of the streaming series is also teasing another episode of the series on Netflix, though that has yet to be confirmed. Everyone is watching the new Netflix series Tiger King, and even if your video quality has degraded, all seven episodes are worth airing. It's our new favorite true crime documentary, beating The Staircase (also a winner if you haven't seen it). Right off the bat, Tiger King and his colorful characters are so ridiculous I'd swear they're not true. PSA: We've met some serious cat lovers who couldn't bear to watch him for more than five minutes, so we'd rather suggest HBO's February documentary miniseries McMillions.

5. Tune in to the nightly shows - they're back

(Image credit: Sling TV) The world needs comedy right now, and late-night comedians are doing it this week after a short break from coronavirus self-isolation. No, they're not in their usual studios, but Conan O'Brien, Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon, Stephen Colbert and James Corden are laughing at their respective houses. Production quality, well, varies. But the laughs are authentic enough to be charming. There are a few options to tweak: Sling TV, YouTube TV, Hulu Live, and for the last two shows, CBS All Access.

6. Watch something new on Netflix or Prime Video

(Image credit: Justina Mintz) The best Amazon Prime deals today Netflix and Amazon Prime Video were the bore of our saviors, constantly giving us the easiest new recommendations in our weekend to-do list updates. We've outlined five new shows and movies on the two streaming services (which you probably already have; if not, there's a free Prime Video trial above). It includes a new movie called Coffee and Kareem with Ed Helms (The Office, The Hangover). If you need to dive into a new comedy, you'll find it on Netflix. Meanwhile, Amazon Prime Video presents the unseen life of Rio de Janeiro in the 1950s and the new sci-fi drama Tales from the Loop.

7. Watch a series of epic movies in order

(Image credit: Marvel) The best Disney Plus deals today Nothing is more time-consuming than a good long-running TV series, but because movies typically have bigger budgets and higher production values ​​(aside from a few TV shows), TV), we changed it (and we have also missed TV shows to watch this weekend). Now is the perfect time to go through an entire movie franchise, in order. There are several ways to watch the Marvel movies in order, and we've got links to where you can watch most of the 23 Marvel movies (Disney Plus is the easiest way to watch most of them). If you are looking for things to do during coronavirus self-isolation, it will take you a total of 60 hours. We also have lists for Star Wars movies in order, Batman movies in order, James Bond movies in order (unfortunately ``No Time to Die'' is pending), Star Trek in order (including the new Picard series), Harry Potter movies in order and, if you're in the mood for impenetrable entertainment directed by Vin Diesel, fast and furious movies in order.

8. Watch Epix for free with Apple TV channels

(Image credit: Epix) You probably haven't paid much attention to Apple TV channels, which launched with Apple TV Plus late last year, but it's important now, now that we're running out of TV shows and movies. to stream for free. Epix, the small American premium network, is free until May 2, giving you almost a month with the network that has a catalog of movies you might have missed. The Elton John Rocketman biopic, the comedy The Hustle, and the first Avengers movie are all free to view. The lost lawyer Lincoln? It's worth it (and free too), and therefore our old James Bond movies. Original shows on Epix include A New War of the Worlds, The Godfather of Harlem, The Berlin Station, and the Deep State series. The best part is that even though Apple TV Channels offers some free trials of premium channels (ShowTime Anytime, History Channel Vault, and Smithsonian Channel Plus), the Epix trial doesn't require you to sign up or enter a credit card number.

9. Watch the iHeart show concert

(Image credit: iHeartRadio) There are no limits to coronavirus and self-isolation: Royalty, movie stars and musicians have all been affected by this new virus. With many artists forced to cancel tours, iHeart Radio and Fox had an idea: broadcast a concert from celebrity homes. He raised €8 million during and after the concert via streaming, the money was donated to First Responders Children's Foundation and Feeding America. The actual video is free, but you may need a cable or VPN connection to view it, depending on your location. The hour-long video is hosted by Sir Elton John, with performances by Alicia Keys, the Backstreet Boys, Billie Eilish, Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong, Mariah Carey and Tim McGraw. Don't Miss: Dave Grohl does a wonderful acoustic version of the Foo Fighters' "My Hero" and it's dedicated to altruistic guards fighting Covid-19.

To play

10. Pre-order remake of Final Fantasy 7

(Image credit: Future) Today's best Final Fantasy VII deals It took 23 years to get a final remake of Final Fantasy 7, but it couldn't have come at a better time. This now fabulous jRPG is ready to eat up the rest of the auto-lock period, no matter how long. The official release date for the FF7 remake is Friday, April 10, although some retailers have pushed the on-sale date past (as it was weeks ago!). People hoped that it would mean that Square-Enix would also release the digital version sooner, but that didn't happen.

11. Play through the new version of Resident Evil 3

(Image credit: Capcom) Today's best deals for Resident Evil 3 (2020) Our new game of the week is Capcom's Resident Evil 3 remake, and it goes back 21 years to when the first Resident Evil 3: Nemesis released in 1999. Today it's a much different experience: we played it in 8K at over 60 frames per second (although there are big sacrifices), and we tested its performance with today's largest graphics cards. Be warned, the game's plot of a city infected with a bioweapon may hit a little too close for you right now, but it's even better than the Resident Evil 2 remake, in our opinion.

12. Play Doom Eternal to make life less chaotic.

(Image credit: iD Software) Today's best Bethesda Doom Eternal deals Bethesda Softworks Doom... DOOM Eternal for Xbox One In March, two new video games launched that couldn't be more different, and we're thankful for the variety Provided by Bethesda Softworks and Nintendo. This walk through hell is one of the best experiences you'll have in 2020. Doom Eternal is a beautiful yet brutal reimagining of the first-person shooter series making life right now... not bad. This journey through hell is one of the best experiences you'll have in 2020. Our comprehensive Doom Eternal review agrees, with a five-star rating and an Editor's Choice award. It's fast at 60 frames per second and exceeded our expectations even when played at 8K with a $2,500 graphics card.

13. Play Animal Crossing to forget the chaos of life.

(Image credit: Nintendo) Today's best deals on Animal Crossing: New Horizons Animal Crossing: New Horizons... Animal Crossing: New Horizons is on the other end of the spectrum - it's ready to fall asleep in the sense that there is nothing wrong with a good ASMR. It's good. It's okay, says the main character Tim Nook. Nintendo's beautiful social life simulation is ideal for today's self-isolation situation. Read our Animal Crossing: New Horizons review and think happy thoughts. One thing to note: while the new Animal Crossing is a must-have exclusive for Nintendo Switch, Doom Eternal is available on a wider range of platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and even Google Stadia.

14. The latest version of Apple Arcade is designed for the whole family.

Our best Apple Arcade games list now includes Crossy Road Castle, a platform title that thrives on its four-player local multiplayer mode (fear not, single-player is an option, in case you're stuck). In the house). The frenetic action reminds us of all the New Super Mario Bros. games and the old Castle Crashers game that never made it to iOS. Developer Hipster Whale offers the next best thing. The best thing about a game like Crossy Road Castle is that it's easy to get the whole family involved in the multiplayer action thanks to Apple's family sharing feature. You can share this game with anyone in your iCloud family, and we just renewed the Apple Arcade subscription (costs $4.99 / £4.99 / AU$7.99 per month) to do just that.

15. Play board games online with friends

(Image credit: Shutterstock / TechRadar) Self-isolation games aren't just video games and anecdotes. Traditional board games have also started to migrate to the online sphere for friends and families far away. The ancient remedy for boredom? address them. You can use a webcam to play some boring games (those that don't require you to keep secrets, while some games, like the ones on Tabletopia (paid and free), put the experience online. Your smartphone or tablet also offers webcam games. multiplayer table.

16. Find your sports solution live in these games

(Image credit: Shutterstock) Typically our things to do at home when bored list includes live sports games, especially baseball this time of year. That's all thanks to this period of self-isolation, and the brief idea of ​​teams playing without crowds was quickly abandoned when NBA players began testing positive for the coronavirus. Here's the next best thing, and one that protects everyone: you're the one spending the season playing your favorite sports teams in various video games. Not Wimbledon? No problem.

17. Play cards against humanity online with friends

(Image credit: Cards Against Humanity / TechRadar) You may not be able to get together to play with your friends and family in person as usual, but you can still play Cards Against Humanity online with a variety of services that offer virtual cards. . There are three options in our guide, and they offer a safe way to play while staying isolated. We're also highlighting the physical version of the game, in case you're confined with a family or roommates and want the real deal.

Learning

18. Take a trip… to a virtual museum or national park

(Image credit: Wikipedia) You can't go out and do little things like go to the movies, but make bigger plans like embarking on an expedition to another country. Trust us, it's a much better idea to stay home during this coronavirus epidemic. Good news: Our 10 Virtual Tours: See Museums and the World Without Leaving the Welcome List lets you virtually visit the world's most popular museums and American national parks. You can use a VR headset, but these tours also work with a smartphone or tablet. Highlights include Machu Picchu in Peru (without walking), the Louvre Museum in Paris (Mona Lisa told us to say "Hello"), and the Georgia Aquarium in the United States (without all the students in the somehow completely block giant belugas).

19. Discover a new podcast

(Image credit: Future) Podcasts are generally free and often strike the right balance between entertaining and informative. Notable podcasts, including This American Life, Serial, and Stuff You Know Know, are consistently featured on the top 50 podcast platforms. If we can be a little biased for a second, you should definitely check out Noise Cancelling, the best new tech podcast right now. This is our new weekly podcast that talks about what's happening in technology, expanding TechRadar's daily written coverage.

20. Trivia is back in session, right on your phone

(Image credit: HQ Trivia) There are plenty of ways to get in on the anecdotes, even if your local bar is closed. The first is HQ Trivia (iOS and Android), a once popular live game show app that shut down in February. He's back at 9 pm ET, when we need him. No, you won't find Scott Rogowsky hosting this 'question-and-answer train,' but Matt Richards led the opener on Sunday and regular tests followed. Q&A companies at stop bars have switched to streaming on Twitch due to distancing rules. The biggest brands are King Trivia (Sunday and Wednesday at 10 pm ET / 7 pm PT) and Geeks Who Drink. It was one of the social things to do every week in person that survived in a completely new, isolation-friendly format.

21. Create a movie with Final Cut Pro X for free

(Image credit: Apple) Final Cut Pro X and Logic Pro X are free for 90 days, which means you have three months to make a movie or produce a song about your life in detention, courtesy of Apple. That's plenty of time to learn advanced techniques like color grading without paying $299 / £299 / AU$499.99 for FCPX or £199 / £199 / AU$319.99 for Logic Pro X While Adobe Premier Pro CC has become popular in Windows machines, Final Cut Pro is still the king of Mac computers when it comes to creating video.

22. Read one of the 100 best e-books

Do this... but inside or away from people please. (Image credit: Amazon) It's easy to put off reading books when life is busy and you have to move. But you are probably free to travel if you work from home. So basically you have no excuse for browsing a few pages of an ebook. Where to start? Sometimes it's the hardest part, but we were blown away by Amazon's 100 Books to Read in a Lifetime List. Not everything will be your cup of tea, but there is something for everyone and most eBooks come down cheaply. Not a fan of reading? Hate the sound of your own voice in your head? Audible is the best remedy for this. The Amazon audio book company is still offering a free 30-day subscription. The best parts? Ebooks and audiobooks are delivered instantly, and Amazon won't run out of inventory either.

Socialize

23. Buy a webcam to chat with friends (and maybe work)

(Image credit: Logitech) We've seen a dramatic increase in the use of video conferencing services and apps, prompting everyone to search their drawers for this long-lost webcam. Like us, you probably don't remember the last time you saw it. Or maybe it's sitting in your locked office. Anyway, we have a solution to keep you informed: we have created a list of the best webcams for 2020 so you can chat with friends and work from home. The supply of webcams is limited, we also point out where the webcams are still in stock.

Welfare

24. Organize your digital life

(Image credit: Future) Among the top things to do this week are digital cleaning chores for adults that I've never done before with the Covid-19 hatch. It is the best time to face them. There are no excuses. In fact, here is a list to get you started:

• Overload of apps on your laptop and phone: Your laptop and smartphone's home screen is cluttered with files and apps that you never use, and they take up more space than you know you probably think, then crop them up.
• Social Media Purge - You probably have too many friends on social media with whom you don't intend to share everything (it's a privacy risk), and you probably follow too many accounts that you are no longer interested in. Time to purge. Also, take care of the embarrassing messages of yesteryear. You are no longer you.
• Sort your photos into albums: Your photos aren't organized into albums, which makes it harder to show off vacation photos when it really matters. Never say "Wait, let me find it..." in a social setting. You know, every time we start over.
• Delete Bad Photos - If a quarter of your camera roll is made up of throwaway photos that you would never post and never managed to delete, then you need to put those unnecessary photos and videos.
• Go to Inbox Zero - Biggest Task of All - Your email is overloaded. It's time to hit that zero inbox goal and make your life easier every morning when you wake up to new spam. We use a service called Mailstorm to help delete bulk emails.

25. Clean your gadgets from germs

(Image credit: androidpit) We've released a number of methods for cleaning up articles, which is timely since you probably delayed this for a long time before the coronavirus outbreak. It's one of the best things to do if you haven't disposed of your dirty, germ-collecting gadgets. The biggest offender is your smartphone, which is why we've released a guide on how to clean your phone, mirroring our tips on how to clean your iPad or tablet and how to clean your laptop screen. It's all too easy to forget to clean your AirPods, but they could use a good scrubbing as well, whether you see visible wax or not. Don't forget your Nintendo Switch and cleaning all your gaming peripherals, you'll be shaking them hard during gaming marathons and they'll become germ magnets.

26. Stock up on cleaning products

(Image credit: Future) A quick amend to this last suggestion on our to-do list: We have a lot of appliances to clean, and this makes it hard to keep up with cleaning supplies. That's why we keep an eye on things like Clorox wipes, hand sanitizer, and cleaning clothes. Other things to consider are compressed air and DW40, which we all use in the smart and stupid gadgets and mechanical gadgets we own.

27. Buy a robot vacuum cleaner

(Image Credit: iRobot) Best Robot Vacuum Sales and Deals Today Bob Sweeping Standard Robotics... Bobi Classic Robotic Vacuum... bObsweep - Bob Standard Robot... One of the best investments we ever made the Black Friday last year was to buy a robotic vacuum cleaner at a reduced price. As we are cleaning our house more than ever, it is extremely convenient to have an appliance to carry the load. We also stay away from dust and dirt that can be thrown into the air, not behind the barrel of a traditional vacuum cleaner. You'll need to check out our best robot vacuum buying guide and our featured robot vacuum sales product to get the best vacuum for a decent price.

28. Exercise away from yourself

(Image credit: TechRadar) Apple Watch Series 5 GPS, ... Apple Watch Series 3 GPS, ... Fitbit Versa 2 Health and ... Fitbit Versa Fitness Watch ... Fitbit Inspire HR Fitness ... Fitbit Charge 3 Fitness ... Samsung Galaxy Watch Active Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 ... Exercise is crucial given our suddenly healthier sedentary lifestyles. You, like us, may have a hard time staying motivated, and that's understandable. That's why we turn to fitness trackers to constantly remind us that we didn't move enough to be isolated. They work from home or, if their government allows it, when they go out. We've just pointed out the new Apple Watch deals, though almost as many people are claiming the best version on our Apple Watch 5 deals page. Android users should keep an eye out for Fitbit deals and Samsung Galaxy Watch Active deals ( both work with iOS devices too) and our global picks for the best smartwatch deals.

Meal

29. Book a grocery delivery time now

(Image credit: Amazon) Best Instacart Deals of the Day The Best Things to Do at Home reflects what we loved to do on the go: eat. Unfortunately, it's harder now, with grocery delivery times saved around the world and services like Instacart and Amazon Fresh facing employee strikes. To the best of our ability, we highlight the best grocery delivery services in the US and grocery delivery services in the UK and, where possible, highlighting rare opening hours. It's better to do it now than all the other fun things to do.

30. Become a chef with a meal kit service

(Image credit: Purple Carrot) Hello Fresh's best deals of the day Now is your chance to become a chef with the best meal prep kits that offer step-by-step recipes with the ingredients you need. The blue apron is our favorite in the US, while HelloFresh is available in the US and UK. If you're not quite ready to flex your cooking skills, there are food delivery services in the US and similar take-out apps in the UK that will prepare it at restaurants you normally visit. You order breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and you'll be supporting many distressed restaurants in your area.

31. Support your local restaurant with take out orders

(Image credit: UberEats) We have a list of the best food delivery services in the US and food delivery apps in the UK, and these guides became even more important in 2020 as local restaurants suffered during the Covid lockdown. 19) While it's important to stock up on groceries at grocery stores, it's important to support your favorite restaurants with delivery and takeout orders who want to stay in business and keep employees busy. Buying gift cards is also a way to show your support.

32. Remember to feed your pets

El autoaislamiento puede ser duro para su mascotas (credito de imagen: Pexels) También puede comprar comida para mascotas en línea, por lo que no solo la comida de las personas se puede entregar en la puerta de su casa. Estas son buenas noticias para tu perro, gato, etc. We've highlighted various UK and UK stores in our guide, with names like PetCo and PetSmart sending our deliveries to the US. The UK includes stores like Pet-Supermarket, Pets at Home and even Amazon among the top picks.

Économiser de l'argent

33. Annuler les useless dépenses (voyages, gymnase, etc.)

(Image credit: Pixabay) Most airlines and hotels are offering free cancellations or at least vouchers in light of the coronavirus outbreak, although phone lines are blocked. Happened to us twice on a recent visit, leaving us with penalties each time. The good news is that most companies will right their wrongs – eventually. We know you're concerned about your travel plans. We are experiencing unprecedented call volumes and ask that if you are not traveling within the next 72 hours, please wait to call. If you're traveling between now and April 30, we have new options to change or cancel your trip online. Expedia Group There are a few important tips. Airlines and travel sites like Expedia.com ask customers to call about changes no later than 72 hours before departure. The idea is that people with immediate travel plans still in jeopardy will have a chance to pass. Online cancellations weren't possible (which probably made it harder to cancel) before our attempt in March, so businesses are adapting. You'll also want to cancel or pause your gym membership and make sure Groupon extends your coupon expiration dates. It's the little things that end up costing you money when you forget them.

34. Suivre them useless recurring dépenses

(Image credit: Truebill) You're probably paying for more subscriptions than you think, and getting charged high fees every month. This is where the Truebill budget planning app comes in handy. It dives into your bank and credit card accounts to determine the recurring expenses that hit you each month. Here's what floated atop our accounts: Netflix, Hulu, Disney Plus, Amazon Prime. Are we really using them? What about those Apple subscriptions? iCloud storage (do we really need a lot of cloud space?) and Apple Arcade take small amounts from our bank accounts every month. We found Truebill to help highlight these expenses. and it's free to monitor your accounts. It starts to cost money if you want the service to do the legwork and reverse or negotiate your payments for you. We'll keep this to-do list updated as the weeks of detention continue and as long as we feel we offer helpful advice. We're not in a global call to arms, but a global couch call - and we understand it can be tough if you're running out of fun ideas. We often give people buying advice, but we're just as happy to provide valuable advice.