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Mariella Moon @ Engadget · 01/20/2026 08:00 EDT

The UK is mulling an Australia-like social media ban for users under 16

The UK government has announced a consultation, asking people for their feedback on whether to introduce a social media ban for children under 16 years old. It would also explore how to enforce that limit, how to limit tech companies from being able to access children’s data and how to limit “infinite scrolling,” as well as access to addictive online tools. In addition to seeking feedback from parents and young... Read more ›

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Mat Smith @ Engadget · 01/20/2026 07:15 EDT

The Morning After: Elon Musk wants a $134 billion payout from OpenAI and Microsoft

Part of a lawsuit accusing OpenAI of abandoning its non-profit status claims Musk is owed anywhere from $79 billion to $134 billion in damages for the “wrongful gains” of OpenAI and Microsoft. Musk claims in the filing that he’s entitled to a chunk of the company’s recent $500 billion valuation, after contributing $38 million in “seed funding” during the AI company’s early years. It wasn’t just money — according to... Read more ›

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Steve Dent @ Engadget 1 place · 01/20/2026 07:10 EDT

Sony is handing control of its Bravia TV business to China's TCL

Sony is ceding control of its Bravia TV brand to China's TCL as part of a new "strategic partnership," the companies announced in a joint press release. The Japanese electronics giant plans to sell a majority 51 percent stake in its home entertainment arm to TCL, while retaining a 49 percent share. The joint venture is set to start operations in April 2027, pending regulatory and other approvals.  The new... Read more ›

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Jon Fingas,Valentina Palladino @ Engadget · 01/20/2026 05:01 EDT

The best wireless chargers for 2026

If you’ve upgraded your phone recently, there’s a good chance it supports wireless charging. Battery life can be one of the first things to deteriorate as your phone ages, so you’ll need quick and easy ways to power up wherever you are. You may not always be able to have a cable on your person, but investing in a wireless phone charger (or a few) can make it more convenient... Read more ›

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Anna Washenko @ Engadget · 01/19/2026 18:46 EDT

Dr. Gladys West, whose mathematical models inspired GPS, dies at 95

Pioneering mathematician Dr. Gladys West has passed away at the age of 95. Her name may not be familiar to you, but her contributions certainly are; West's work laid the foundation for the global positioning system. As you likely know from experience, GPS is now an essential component of industries ranging from aviation and emergency response, as well as ensuring that you get to that dinner date or job interview... Read more ›

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Anna Washenko @ Engadget · 01/19/2026 16:30 EDT

ASUS will not release any new smartphones this year

ASUS appears to be shifting its business operations away from smartphones. According to translations of recent quotes from Chairman Jonney Shih, the company does not plan to release new phone models in the future. The chairman did not confirm whether smartphones would be completely phased out, but he did acknowledge that possibility. Whatever direction ASUS takes, its existing phones will continue to receive software updates and warranty assistance. Shih suggested... Read more ›

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Anna Washenko @ Engadget · 01/19/2026 16:05 EDT

UK agency questions Meta's policies for illegal gambling site ads

The UK Gambling Commission has raised concerns that Meta is ignoring advertisements by illegal gambling websites on its platforms. At a conference in Barcelona, the commission's Executive Director Tim Miller criticized Meta's behavior towards advertisements for online gambling on its Facebook and Instagram social networks."Companies like Meta will tell you that they don’t tolerate the advertising of illegal sites and will remove them if they are notified about them," Miller's... Read more ›

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Igor Bonifacic @ Engadget · 01/19/2026 15:48 EDT

TurboTax Deluxe is on sale for $45 ahead of tax season

With the spring approaching, it's time to start thinking about how you'll file your taxes. Unfortunately, with the recent demise of Direct File, there isn't a free, government-provided alternative to TurboTax in 2026, and you'll need to look to other federal programs, including IRS Free File, to file your paperwork. If you don't qualify for Free File, chances are you'll need to dish out cash for Intuit's software. And while... Read more ›

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Igor Bonifacic @ Engadget · 01/19/2026 14:38 EDT

Bungie's Marathon arrives on March 5

Marathon, Bungie's long-awaited extraction shooter, will arrive on March 5, the studio announced today. Alongside a definitive release date, Bungie shared a new gameplay trailer, in addition to details about the game's forthcoming deluxe edition, which fans can pre-order today on Steam, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. All versions of the game will support crossplay, meaning you'll be able to play with your friends, no matter where they decide... Read more ›

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Andre Revilla @ Engadget · 01/19/2026 12:31 EDT

Musk claims Tesla will restart work on its Dojo supercomputer

Elon Musk posted on X that Tesla will be restarting work on Dojo3, the third generation of its in-house supercomputer project. The Dojo team had been disbanded last year as the company prioritized the AI chips that run on board Tesla vehicles. Musk said the company is returning to the project "now that the AI5 chip design is in good shape." The purpose of the Dojo project is to process... Read more ›

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Andre Revilla @ Engadget · 01/19/2026 11:15 EDT

NBA League Pass deal: Get access for the rest of the season for up to 55 percent off

Basketball fans can save on NBA League Pass right now, which lets you catch a bunch of out-of-market NBA games via streaming. The League Pass Premium subscription is on sale for $75, down from the usual $160, and League Pass Standard is marked down to $50 from $110. Considering we're almost halfway though the season, the discount makes sense and is a good deal for anyone who wants to keep... Read more ›

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Anna Washenko @ Engadget · 01/19/2026 10:10 EDT

AirTag deal: Get four of the Bluetooth trackers for $65

Apple keeps most of its product pricing on a tight leash, but we do see the company's AirTags go on sale pretty frequently. Another cost cut has come around for this item just in time for the holidays. Amazon is currently selling a four-pack of AirTags for $65. At a third off the regular cost, that price is pretty close to the record low discount of $63 we've seen for... Read more ›

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Andre Revilla @ Engadget · 01/19/2026 09:49 EDT

Threads has more global daily users than X on mobile for the first time

Meta’s Threads is pulling further ahead of Elon Musk’s X on mobile, based on recent estimates from analytics firm Similarweb, Forbes reports. In the first stretch of January, Threads averaged roughly 143 million daily active users worldwide on mobile devices, compared with about 126 million for X. Similarweb’s year-over-year snapshot shows Threads growing sharply, up 37.8 percent year-over-year, while X’s daily mobile audience fell 11.9 percent across the same period.... Read more ›

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Steve Dent @ Engadget · 01/19/2026 05:01 EDT

The best instant cameras for 2026

Instant cameras have become a popular category for one simple reason: they’re fun. You can whip one out at a party or event and take a snap, then a couple of minutes later you have a real, physical, instant photo that everyone can touch, feel and enjoy instead of staring at a screen. It’s also a lot cooler than a smartphone shot thanks to the retro, nostalgic vibes of analog... Read more ›

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Andre Revilla @ Engadget · 01/18/2026 16:06 EDT

ExpressVPN two-year plans are up to 78 percent off

ExpressVPN is back on sale again, and its two-year plans are up to 78 percent off right now. You can get the Advanced tier for $101 for 28 months. This is marked down from the $392 that this time frame normally costs. On a per-month basis, it works out to roughly $3.59 for the promo period. We’ve consistently liked ExpressVPN because it’s fast, easy to use and widely available across... Read more ›

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Jackson Chen @ Engadget · 01/18/2026 14:22 EDT

Microsoft issues emergency fix afer a security update left some Windows 11 devices unable to shut down

If you weren't able to shut down your Windows 11 device recently, Microsoft has rolled out an emergency fix addressing a couple of critical bugs that popped up with its latest January 2026 Windows security update. The latest "out-of-band" update repairs an issue for some Windows 11 devices that would only restart when users tried to shut down or hibernate. The same update restores the ability for Windows 10 and... Read more ›

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Lawrence Bonk @ Engadget · 01/18/2026 13:30 EDT

Three months of Audible is on sale for $3 right now

Have a hankering for some audiobooks? Audible is holding one heck of a sale right now, giving users three months of access for $3. That's a dollar per month. This is something of a winter tradition for the Amazon-owned platform and the promotion ends on January 21. An Audible subscription grants one audiobook per month to keep. This can be selected from a massive catalog of new releases and bestsellers.... Read more ›

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Anna Washenko @ Engadget · 01/18/2026 13:25 EDT

This UGreen 3-in-1 wireless charger is 32 percent off right now

You can easily spruce up your nightstand or desk by decluttering a bit, replacing some of those annoying charging cables with a good wireless charging setup. One of our favorites that can handle three devices at once is the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2 3-in-1 Charger Station 25W. Normally $140, it's on sale right now for $95; that's 32 percent off and only about $5 more than its record-low price. This is... Read more ›

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Jackson Chen @ Engadget 3 place · 01/18/2026 12:44 EDT

Washington is the latest state pursuing an age verification law for porn sites

Washington state residents may soon be forced to produce IDs before getting onto websites with pornographic content. Within the state's House of Representatives, Rep. Mari Leavitt introduced House Bill 2112, which is informally known as the Keep Our Children Safe Act. Similar to the initiatives seen in other states, the bill proposes to restrict access to "online sexual material harmful" to anyone under 18. In practical terms, those living in... Read more ›

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Ian Carlos Campbell @ Engadget · 01/18/2026 11:56 EDT

New users can get a year of one of our favorite budgeting apps for only $50

A new year is the perfect time to get your spending in order, and if you're not trying to build your own spreadsheet, budgeting apps are one of the best ways to do it. To save yourself some money in the process, you can pick up a year-long subscription to Monarch Money, one of Engadget's favorite budgeting apps, for just $50 if you use code NEWYEAR2026 at checkout and you're... Read more ›

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