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Alert all commands: Lego unveiled five new Star Wars Smart Play compatible sets at the Nuremberg Toy Fair today (Jan. 27), including an 885-piece Millennium Falcon set with four Smart Minifigures. The sets range in price from $39.99 to $99.99 and will launch on March 1 alongside three previously announced "All-In-One" Star Wars Smart Play sets, more than doubling the lineup.
Preorders are now live through the Lego Store and third-party retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and Target.
Notably, Best Buy has implemented a reservation system for its preorders due to high demand. Shoppers must create an account, confirm their location, and wait in line for account and inventory verification in order to purchase any of the sets. At the time of writing, I waited 20 minutes trying to add the Millennium Falcon set to my cart before giving up.
What is Lego Smart Play? Get even more interactive with your play. Credit: LegoLego first unveiled its interactive Smart Play platform at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in early January. The system revolves around a 2 x 4 "Smart Brick" filled with sensors that make Smart Minifigures and Smart Tags react to movement and positioning, producing lights and sound effects.
Shoppers should be aware that the five new sets don't include the Smart Brick or its charger, which is necessary to make them interactive. (Without the Smart Brick, these are just regular Lego builds.) Since Lego doesn't sell the Smart Brick on its own, you'll need to purchase one of the three other All-In-One sets that include it:
Lego Star Wars Smart Play: Darth Vader’s TIE Fighter — $69.99
Lego Star Wars Smart Play: Throne Room Duel & A-Wing — $159.99
Read on for more details about the five just-announced sets that will launch alongside them in a matter of weeks.
Lego Star Wars Smart Play: Millennium Falcon set Credit: LegoThis is Lego's third Millennium Falcon build after its mega-popular, mega-expensive flagship set from 2017 and its $85 midi-scale counterpart from 2024. It contains 885 pieces, including four Smart Minifigures of Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Chewbacca, and C-3PO, plus four Smart Tags for various effects. According to a press release, fans will be able to "jump into light speed, shoot lasers from the stud shooters, play holochess, or practice lightsaber skills" by adding a Smart Brick. It's meant for ages 9 and up.
Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Smart Play: Millennium Falcon $99.99 at AmazonTatooine's infamous tavern has also been represented in a Lego build before. But this new 666-piece set marks the first time it will presumably be able to play Figrin D'an and the Modal Nodes' iconic ditty. (It's stuck in your head now, isn't it?) The set comes with Smart Minifigures of Obi-Wan Kenobi, the bounty hunter Greedo, a Sandtrooper, and two band members, plus three Smart Tags for a Dewback, karaoke, and drink mixing. It's geared toward ages 8 and up.
Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Smart Play: Mos Eisley Cantina $79.99 at AmazonLuke's grungy X-34 Landspeeder will be able to produce refueling and repairing sound effects in this 215-piece build for ages 6 and up. It includes a Luke Minifigure and teensy Jawa and Gonk Droid models.
Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Smart Play: Luke's Landspeeder $39.99 at AmazonThis 440-piece set builds into Yoda's Jedi training grounds on Dagobah, complete with Smart Minifigures of him and Luke and a little R2-D2. Two included Smart Tags will play force training and cooking sounds when paired with a Smart Brick. It's best for ages 8 and up.
Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Smart Play: Yoda's Hut and Jedi Training $69.99 at AmazonStar Wars: Return of the Jedi's final battle gets brickified in this 347-piece set, also for ages 8 and up. It has a Smart Minifigure of Wicket the Ewok and Smart Tags that will make the AT-ST walker and Speeder Bike builds play sounds.
Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Smart Play: AT-ST Attack on Endor $49.99 at AmazonSamsung's next big thing has a big price tag.
The Korean tech giant finally announced a U.S. release date and price tag for the Galaxy Z TriFold, a smartphone with a new foldable form factor that includes not one but two creases in the middle of a gargantuan inner display. The phone, which we got some hands-on time with at CES 2026 a few weeks ago, will launch in the States on Jan. 30 for a price of $2,900.
Yes, you read that right. Two thousand and nine hundred dollars.
SEE ALSO: Samsung Galaxy S26: The 7 rumored features that could make me switchFor early adopters dying to get their hands on the TriFold, it's very much a good news, bad news situation. Previous rumors put the price of the TriFold at about $2,500. In addition, many mobile insiders expected to learn the TriFold's U.S. release date at the next Galaxy Unpacked event, rumored to take place on Feb. 25.
To be fair to Samsung, a high price is not a huge surprise, nor is it entirely unreasonable considering the going price for other, theoretically inferior foldable devices. Last year's Galaxy Z Fold 7, which is a similar device that only has one crease and a smaller internal display, started at $1,999. It's not completely out of this world to see a phone with a new form factor and presumably even more expensive tech inside of it start at a higher price point than that. In addition, Korean publications have reported that Samsung is actually losing money on sales of the TriFold.
Still, $2,900 is a lot of money for a smartphone, no matter how much context you throw at it. We can't say yet if the benefits of the new form factor outweigh the downside of paying that much for it, but hopefully people who do spent that amount of money on the TriFold are happy with their decision.
SEE ALSO: Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold hands-on: I'm excited, but it's got quirksA class-action lawsuit filed yesterday in California alleges that adult creator platform OnlyFans engages in "bait-and-switch" practices that mislead customers. The platform offers monthly subscriptions providing "full access" to creators' content, when in reality, most content is locked behind further paywalls.
When OnlyFans customers click "subscribe" to a creator's paid subscription, they're met with a pop-up promising "Full access to this user's content" and "Direct message with this user" (along with being able to cancel at any time). For free subscriptions, the page simply refreshes when a fan clicks "subscribe."
Credit: Screenshot: OnlyFans SEE ALSO: How I make six figures on OnlyFans without taking my clothes offThis complaint claims, however, that "millions of Fans have bought subscriptions only to discover that, behind OnlyFans's paywalls, Creators' exclusive content remains inaccessible." Rather, many creators only post teasers for content not included with the subscription, asking for subsequent payments to view. The suit also alleges that "the sole 'benefit' of many subscriptions is the privilege of being spammed with offers to buy access to content that OnlyFans initially promised."
"In essence, OnlyFans promises a buffet, but provides only a menu," the complaint states.
Specifically, this suit — with over 100 class members — alleges that OnlyFans violated the California consumer protection law, the Consumers Legal Remedies Act, which prohibits deceptive tactics like false advertising, and Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act, a similar statute.
The plaintiff, Los Angeles resident David Gardner, says he paid to subscribe to two OnlyFans creators he found on X, only to see non-explicit "teaser" content. He also received mass direct messaging soliciting further purchases.
The complaint states that Gardner "would like to subscribe to different Creators in the future, but cannot rely on OnlyFans's representations in choosing whether to do so."
Mashable has reached out to OnlyFans for comment.
OnlyFans has been sued several times over the years. In December, a federal judge dismissed a suit claiming that the platform and management agencies were running "chatter scams" that essentially tricked customers into believing they were talking directly to creators.
Looking at Amazon for a Valentine's Day gift is both comforting and overwhelming. On one hand, there are so many cute ideas to choose from that'll ship really fast. But on the other hand, there are so... many... cute ideas to choose from. Luckily, Amazon has narrowed down your options to its top 100 Valentine's Day gift ideas for 2026.
Amazon's Valentine's Day gift guide features a wide range of gifts for her, gifts for him, gifts that'll be universally well-received by whoever, really. Many items match the recommendations we picked for our own gift guides.
From that massive list, we've handpicked our 10 favorite gift ideas that we already know are beloved across the internet:
1. A massage gun Opens in a new window Credit: TheraBody TheraGun Relief $159.99 at AmazonIf you want to peruse more specific categories, Amazon's full Valentine's Day Shop is broken down into curated sections like top 100 self-care gifts, top gifts under a certain price, or personalized or handmade gifts.
We're just a few days into TikTok's new U.S. ownership and, thus far, users are skeptical. And, to be fair, it has been a relatively uneasy start.
In case you missed it, TikTok's new U.S. ownership group — a venture stocked with supporters of President Donald Trump — took power about a week ago. It's been rocky since. Here's what you need to know.
TikTok's outage issueShortly after switching ownership, TikTok went down, which wasn't taken as a great sign. The platform crashed over the weekend, the company citing a power outage at a U.S. data center as the culprit.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed."We're working with our data center partner to stabilize our service," the company said in a statement. "We're sorry for this disruption and hope to resolve it soon."
The outage was resolved, but that wasn't the end of complaints from users.
User complaints and worries about blocked speechSince TikTok's new ownership group was finalized, folks have been worried about the platform blocking speech, perhaps because a Trump ally took power. And users this week began complaining that some posts seemed to be blocked or shadowbanned. Folks suggested that posts about ICE were either being suppressed or would not post. Pop star Billie Eilish, for instance, posted an Instagram story saying, "tiktok is silencing people btw" that showed her brother Finneas' anti-ICE post garnering hardly any engagement. Hacks actress Meg Stalter said she was unable to upload an anti-ICE post to TikTok at all. These claims echoed similar complaints from other users. Some folks also claimed that messages with the word "Epstein" produced an error message, which CNBC reported it was able to recreate.
View this post on InstagramIt is difficult to confirm whether users' content is being blocked or shadowbanned, but TikTok has said that it is not doing so.
TikTok told CNN that the issues were glitches related to the power outage and that the problems were "unrelated to last week’s news." The company also told CNBC that users should not be blocked from messaging the word "Epstein" and that it was investigating the issue, among the other issues.
TikTok did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Mashable but it did point to previous public statements regarding the outage and its effects.
"We've made significant progress in recovering our U.S. infrastructure with our U.S. data center partner," it posted on Tuesday. "However, the U.S. user experience may still have some technical issues, including when posting new content. We're committed to bringing TikTok back to its full capacity as soon as possible."
All in all, it has been quite a rocky start for the new TikTok ownership group — time will tell if things get a bit steadier.
AI Mode is in your AI Overviews now on Google Search.
On Tuesday, Google announced that it was rolling out a new feature to Google Search on mobile that adds the ability for users to ask follow-up questions directly within AI Overviews and continue to carry on conversations about the topic in AI Mode.
Google originally shared that they were testing the feature last month.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed."People come to Search for an incredibly wide range of questions – sometimes to find information quickly, like a sports score or the weather, where a simple result is all you need," Google said in its announcement. "But for complex questions or tasks where you need to explore a topic deeply, you should be able to seamlessly tap into a powerful conversational AI experience."
SEE ALSO: Google AI overviews: Confident when wrong, yet more visible than everAI Overviews are the AI-generated summaries at the top of many search results pages. They answer a user's query without the user having to leave the Google Search page, which has led to a "traffic apocalypse" that's crushing many news websites, whose content often powers AI overviews. Yet, as Mashable reporting has shown, Google AI Overviews continues to make basic factual mistakes.
Mobile users will now be able to click the "See More" tab at the bottom of the AI Overview and access a text input bar where they can take their conversation to AI mode and continue to dive deeper into their query based on the initial results.
In addition to this, Google also announced that its latest and most powerful AI model, Gemini 3, will now be the default model for AI Overviews globally.
Google continues to roll out new AI features across its products as it makes moves to dethrone OpenAI as the de facto AI leader. These new search-related features also help Google further assert itself as the search engine giant, as OpenAI starts to make gains in that area.
Disclosure: Ziff Davis, Mashable’s parent company, in April 2025 filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.
SAVE $3: Until Feb. 17, new and returning subscribers are eligible to get the first month of the Disney+ and Hulu streaming bundle on sale for $9.99. That's a savings of $3 compared to the standard bundle price of $12.99 per month.
Opens in a new window Credit: Hulu / Disney+ Disney+ and Hulu bundle (with ads, first month of membership) $9.99In case you're searching for an escape from real life, you might consider diving into a show that has hundreds of episode to keep you busy. But with the price of streaming services increasing all the time, it's a struggle to find a streaming deal. Lucky for us, there's actually a sale right now on a worthy bundle.
Through Feb. 17, sign up for the Disney+ and Hulu streaming bundle to get your first month for only $9.99, marked down from the normal bundle price of $12.99 per month. That savings of $3 means you're getting a 58% discount. It's also a nice deal compared to the price of the two services separately which works out to $11.99 per month.
SEE ALSO: How to watch the 2026 Winter Olympics online for freeSigning up for this bundle gives you access to millions of hours of entertainment, and winter is the perfect time to rewatch Disney movies or catch up on shows you missed in the last few years. Keep in mind this deal is valid for new and returning subscribers and it does include ads.
While saving $3 isn't a fantastic deal, we're excited to see any streaming deal these days. Before Feb. 17, sign on to get tons of entertainment from Hulu and Disney+ while also saving a bit of money. It's an easy win-win.
SAVE $200.01: As of Jan. 27, get the TCL 65-Inch Class T7 Series for $499.97 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $699.99. That's a discount of 29% and the lowest price we've seen.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon TCL 65-Inch Class T7 Series $499.97 at AmazonThe days of too-expensive TVs are over. If you're ready to add a new display to your living room, now's the time to do it. You can get a decidedly large TV for your living room or wherever else you want to put it for a much lower price than in previous years. In fact, with this particular deal we've found at Amazon, you can get it for the lowest price we've seen, period.
As of Jan. 27, get the TCL 65-Inch Class T7 Series for $499.97 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $699.99. That's a discount of 29% and the lowest price we've seen.
SEE ALSO: The 65-inch TCL Class S5 4K TV just dipped to under $370 at Amazon — upgrade before February sporting eventsIf you're ready to introduce a large display with a realistic picture to your setup, this 4K Ultra HD QLED TV is what you're looking for. It boasts high realism as well as plenty of vivid hues and darker shade, using nearly the entirety of the DCI-P3 color space for a rich and satisfying image.
It's bright, colorful, and responsive on top of offering a 144Hz panel refresh rate to give you the smoothest viewing experience possible. That goes for whatever you happen to be doing, whether you're gaming, watching your favorite shows, or checking out some movies. It also has a TCL AIPQ Pro processor to optimize color, contrast, and clarity all its own for the best picture possible.
This deal won't last long, so make sure to pick it up while it's still available at this price.
SAVE $50: As of Jan. 27, get the Apple AirPods Pro 3 for $199 at Amazon, down from their usual price of $249. That's a discount of 20% and the lowest price we've seen.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple AirPods Pro 3 $199 at AmazonWhen it comes to headphones, you've got plenty of choices out there. If you prefer earbuds to their over-the-ear cousins, however, there's one brand that stands tall over the rest: AirPods. And if you've been waiting to get a pair to upgrade your kit, you should head to Amazon now to pick up the Apple AirPods Pro 3 for the lowest price we've seen.
As of Jan. 27, get the Apple AirPods Pro 3 for $199 at Amazon, down from their usual price of $249. That's a discount of 20% and the lowest price we've seen.
SEE ALSO: Score $120 off Apple AirPods Max in Best Buy's 48-hour flash saleMashable reviewer Adam Doud called the AirPods Pro 3 "one of the best products of the year" in his review. They offer "phenomenal noise cancellation" as well as easy and seamless iPhone integration, and "premium sound", all within a tiny little package. Plus, they have active noise cancellation (ANC) as well as transparency mode and more. They're a refined version of the previous model, and well worth adding to your audio arsenal.
That makes them a great option for not just listening to music, but hanging out on calls with its even sound profile. Doud referred to this bump in quality as a "remarkable upgrade", which you'll undoubtedly appreciate whether you're coming from the previous AirPods or trying them for the first time.
Since they're up for grabs at the lowest price we've seen, now is the time to get a pair if you're interested, so jump on them while you can.
SAVE $60: The Avalanche! AVA750 roof rake is $156.95 at Amazon.
Opens in a new window Credit: Avalanche! Avalanche! AVA750 $156.95 at AmazonWinter storm Fern did a number on us. Snow, ice, power outages, and tons of flight cancellations occurred because of the storm. And plenty of us are still dealing with the aftermath. The kids might be thrilled school is canceled, but those of us who have to adult might be getting a bit concerned about the snow on the roof. If that's a familiar fear, check out this solution that's on sale at Amazon.
As of Jan. 27, the Avalanche! AVA750 roof rake is $156.95 at Amazon. We've all seen the epic videos online of massive amounts of snow sliding off a roof. They look cool, sure, but image that happening when you're not expecting it. Not ideal. Instead, remove the snow yourself with safety and ease in mind thanks to the Avalanche! AVA750 roof rake.
SEE ALSO: Get dinner on the table faster with the Ninja Foodi Smart XL for its lowest price yetDesigned for asphalt shingle roofs, the rake allows you to push a slick surface slide between the roof and the snow, giving it a nice chute to slide down gracefully, with no surprises. The fiberglass handle of the rake is lightweight and has four sections that make for a 15.5-foot pole, so you can stay firmly planted on the ground.
The plastic slide measures 17 inches wide and 12 feet long, so you'll be able to clear the roof quickly and can perhaps head over to a neighbors house who could use help with snow removal, too.
To help deal with snow accumulation from the weekend winter storm or prepare for future storms, snag the Avalanche! AVA750 at Amazon.
Welcome to snow season. Tons of states in the U.S. got significant accumulation thanks to winter storm Fern. For some folks, the snow is a welcomed sight, offering a fun opportunity to head outside or stay indoors for some serious Lego building. But for others, dealing with snow accumulation is a huge pain. Anyone who has to get the car out of the driveway or walk out the front door might not love running into a foot of snow.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.In viral videos that are sweeping our social channels, people have found a unique solution to dealing with snow that doesn't involve shoveling. It's a robot snow blower, specifically the Yarbo Snow Blower Robot. Serving as the only robot snow blower on the market, the Yarbo takes center stage in viral videos that show it working snowy magic.
It comes with a premium price, but for those who deal with constant winter snow clogging up the driveway or walkway, it could be well worth the investment.
Where to buy the Yarbo Snow Blower Robot Yarbo Snow Blower Robot $4,999 at Amazon Shop Now Yarbo Snow Blower Robot $4,999 at Best Buy Shop Now Yarbo Snow Blower Robot $4,999 at Yarbo Shop Now Yarbo 4-in-1 Modular Robot (Lawn Mower, Snow Blower and Leaf Blower) $6,999 at Amazon Shop NowWhen it comes to getting rid of snow, the Yarbo is at your service. With throwing ranges from six to 40 feet, the Yarbo can handle snow as deep as 12 inches. It works in a similar way as a robot vacuum, mapping your driveway, yard, or walkway. You can also set zones and schedules, or let the Yarbo automatically detect storms and take off all on its own. That means the Yarbo can take off to clear the driveway in the middle of the night, without you even knowing the snow has begun.
View this post on InstagramWith a single charge, the Yarbo can clear about 6,000 square feet of snow, and it's capable of operating in temps as low as -13 degrees Fahrenheit. When the snow-gobbling robot gets down to 20% battery, it'll automatically return home to recharge. With about 90 minutes of recharging, it'll be back at 80% battery power.
The stats get even more impressive when we factor in that the Yarbo can even handle plowing on gravel and on slopes as steep as 36%. Plus, it's capable of handling wet and packed snow.
It turns out, the Yarbo Snow Blower has been around for a few years. At CES in 2024, Yarbo introduced the snow-plowing robot as the latest attachment to what Yarbo calls the Yarbo Core. This robot can server as a lawn mower, leaf blower, and a snow blower, depending on which attachment you use. Snag all three and you'll be set for every season.
Sure, dropping $5,000 on a snow-blowing robot isn't gonna be for everyone, but if you live in an area that deals with non-stop snow for months at a time, it could be well worth the investment.
Last year, ChatGPT got the ability to perform tasks in connected third-party apps. Not to be outdone, Anthropic's Claude chatbot just got a similar feature this week.
Announced in a blog post on Monday, Claude now has the capability to interface directly with a handful of connected enterprise-focused apps. These include Slack, Canva, Box, Asana, and more. The blog post and accompanying video demonstrations do a good enough job of showing off how it all works, but since the feature is out now for paid Claude users, you can also get in there and start testing it out yourself.
SEE ALSO: Anthropic used mostly AI to build Claude Cowork toolFor instance, with Slack, you can have Claude draft messages using context derived from previous messages in your inbox, and review and re-format them to your liking before hitting send. Canva allows for the creation of presentation outlines and real-time design work, while Asana will turn your chats with Claude into projects that the rest of your team can see and execute on.
As stated previously, this is similar to something OpenAI embraced last year. However, many of the apps ChatGPT started with were not necessarily focused on professional work. They included things like Spotify and Instacart, not Slack and Asana. This gives Claude a more distinct flavor in the war between AI chatbots, if nothing else.
Daredevil: Born Again brought Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox) back into the MCU with a vengeance, along with a whole host of familiar faces from his first Netflix outing.
Original Daredevil baddie Wilson Fisk (Vincent D'Onofrio), aka Kingpin, continued to prove a formidable opponent, especially given his newfound power as mayor of New York City. Later in the season, Matt allied himself with former Daredevil staples like Karen Page (Deborah Ann Woll) and Frank Castle/Punisher (Jon Bernthal).
SEE ALSO: 'Wonder Man' review: All hail the MCU's latest bromanceDaredevil: Born Again Season 2 continues the ride down memory lane, re-introducing Krysten Ritter as super-strong private investigator Jessica Jones. Jessica Jones was the lead of the Netflix series of the same name, but she also crossed paths with Matt in Netflix's The Defenders, which united New York-based heroes Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage (Mike Colter), and Danny Rand (Finn Jones). Now that Daredevil: Born Again will be reuniting half of the Defenders, what are the odds we'll see the other half back in some capacity in the future?
The trailer for Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 sees Jessica Jones back in action as if she'd never left. She's sassing Matt and throwing goons around like they weigh nothing. I'm not going to lie, it's great to have her back.
While the return of Jessica Jones is something to celebrate, the rest of the Daredevil: Born Again trailer is pretty bleak. Fisk still holds New York in his iron grip, and Matt is dealing with some new demons. Plus, the trailer introduces Matthew Lillard as the mysterious Mr. Charles — will he be an ally or an enemy to Matt?
Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 premieres March 24 at 9 p.m. ET on Disney+.
SAVE $150: As of Jan. 27, get the Ninja Foodi Smart XL for $149.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $299.99. That's a discount of 50% and the lowest price we've seen.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Ninja Foodi Smart XL $149.99 at AmazonIf you love grilled food, you probably love going out in the backyard and whipping up tasty meals. You can't really do that right now in winter, so if you're reminiscing about all the times last summer you cooked tasty grilled food, it might be time to get something that you can make similar flavors with while staying indoors; a 6-in-1 device that not only air fries but grills as well. And it's on sale with the best deal we've seen.
As of Jan. 27, get the Ninja Foodi Smart XL for $149.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $299.99. That's $150 off and a discount of 50%. It's also the lowest price we've seen.
SEE ALSO: The Ninja Crispi is a glass-bottom air fryer, and it's $40 off at AmazonThe Ninja Foodi Smart XL grill, air fry, roast, bake, broil, dehydrate, and air crisp. It's the perfect option for cooking a delicious meal and getting it out on the table, with some seriously tasty meats and more ready in as little as 30 minutes. If you're pressed for time, it's a fantastic option.
But it's not just good at meats—you can prep just about anything else you may need in the Ninja Foodi grill. That includes sides, veggies, sandwiches, and even dessert if you so choose. It's simple to clean, and it comes with niceties like an air fryer basket, cleaning brush, and thermometer to make things even easier.
Whether you're eating alone or feeding a huge family, you can't go wrong with this grill, especially at the lowest price we've seen. Grab it now for toasty cooking while the weather outside is frightful.
Pornhub's parent company, Aylo, announced today that it is restricting the porn site in the UK come Feb. 2. Any adult who has already verified their age will still be able to use that site after that date, but no one else will.
The decision comes around six months after the enaction of the Online Safety Act, the UK's age-verification law. When the law went into effect, Pornhub announced it would comply with the law due to working with a regulator (Ofcom, UK's Office of Communication) and less intrusive methods of age assurance.
SEE ALSO: How to unblock Pornhub for freeOver time, however, Aylo identified failures with the Online Safety Act, namely non-compliant porn sites. There's also the ability to circumvent the law by the use of VPNs. Meanwhile, Pornhub's traffic has taken a nosedive in the territory, announcing in October it has dropped by 77 percent.
Now, Aylo announced that it'll restrict Pornhub and its other free sites (like RedTube and YouPorn) as of Feb. 2. If UK visitors haven't verified their age on the sites by then, the sites will be blocked. Users will instead see a written message (similar to what users in France see). For its paid sites, users will still be able to use them because credit card information is seen as a form of age assurance.
In a press conference today, Aylo representatives advocated for device-level filters, which block all websites registered as RTA, or "Restricted to Adults." Aylo has pushed this solution to keep minors of its sites for years, and free speech experts Mashable has spoken to regarding age-verification laws have also discussed them.
Back in November, Aylo sent letters to Apple, Google, and Microsoft urging them to enable these filters.
Awards season can't be stopped, won't be stopped, with the nominations for the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards announced on Tuesday.
Following this year's Sinners-ruled Oscar nominations, the BAFTAs are also set to celebrate an outstanding 2025 in movies, with the nominations read by actors David Jonsson and Aimee Lou Wood, streamed on YouTube.
SEE ALSO: Oscars 2026: The biggest surprises out of the nominations listOne Battle After Another topped the BAFTA total nominations with 14, followed by Sinners with 13, and Hamnet and Marty Supreme with 11 each. British films that weren't as represented at the Oscars, including Pillion, 28 Years Later, The Ballad Of Wallis Island, and I Swear, saw much-anticipated nominations. Plus, Paul Mescal and Chase Infiniti made up for their Oscar snubs with their BAFTA nods for One Battle After Another and Hamnet, respectively.
Featured Video For You Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley reveal the real surprise in 'Hamnet'So, did your favourite film make the cut?
Best FilmHamnet
Marty Supreme
One Battle After Another
Sentimental Value
Sinners
Best British Film28 Years Later
The Ballad Of Wallis Island
Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy
Die My Love
H Is For Hawk
Hamnet
I Swear
Mr Burton
Pillion
Steve
Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director and ProducerPillion
The Ceremony
Eastman
A Want In Her
My Father’s Shadow
Best DirectorYorgos Lanthimos, Bugonia
Chloé Zhao, Hamnet
Josh Safdie, Marty Supreme
Paul Thomas Anderson, One Battle After Another
Joachim Trier, Sentimental Value
Ryan Coogler, Sinners
Best Leading ActorRobert Aramayo, I Swear
Timothée Chalamet, Marty Supreme
Leonardo DiCaprio, One Battle After Another
Ethan Hawke, Blue Moon
Michael B Jordan, Sinners
Jesse Plemons, Bugonia
Best Leading ActressJessie Buckley, Hamnet
Rose Byrne, If I Had Legs I’d Kick You
Kate Hudson, Song Sung Blue
Chase Infiniti, One Battle After Another
Renate Reinsve, Sentimental Value
Emma Stone, Bugonia
Best Supporting ActorBenicio del Toro, One Battle After Another
Jacob Elordi, Frankenstein
Paul Mescal, Hamnet
Peter Mullan, I Swear
Sean Penn, One Battle After Another
Stellan Skarsgård, Sentimental Value
Best Supporting ActressOdessa A'zion, Marty Supreme
Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, Sentimental Value
Wunmi Mosaku, Sinners
Carey Mulligan, The Ballad Of Wallis Island
Teyana Taylor, One Battle After Another
Emily Watson, Hamnet
Best Makeup and HairFrankenstein
Hamnet
Marty Supreme
Sinners
Wicked: For Good
Best Original ScoreHamnet
One Battle After Another
Sinners
Begonia
Frankenstein
Best Original ScreenplayI Swear
Marty Supreme
Sentimental Value
Sinners
The Secret Agent
Best Film Not in the English LanguageThe Voice of Hind Rajab
It Was Just an Accident
The Secret Agent
Sentimental Value
Sirat
Best Costume DesignFrankenstein
Hamnet
Marty Supreme
Sinners
Wicked: For Good
Best CinematographyFrankenstein
Marty Supreme
One Battle After Another
Sinners
Train Dreams
Best Children’s and Family FilmArco
Boong
Lilo and Stitch
Zootropolis 2
Best CastingI Swear
Marty Supreme
One Battle After Another
Sentimental Value
Sinners
Best British Short FilmWelcome Home Freckles
Magid / Zafar
Nostalgie
Terence
This Is Endometriosis
Best British Short AnimationCardboard
Solstice
Two Black Boys in Paradise
Best Animated FilmElio
Little Amelie
Zootropolis 2
Best Adapted ScreenplayThe Ballad of Wallis Island
Bugonia
Hamnet
One Battle After Another
Pillion
Best Documentary2000 Meters to Andriivka
Apocalypse in the Tropics
Cover-Up
Mr. Nobody Against Putin
The Perfect Neighbour
Best EditingA House of Dynamite
F1
Marty Supreme
One Battle After Another
Sinners
Best Production DesignFrankenstein
Hamnet
Marty Supreme
One Battle After Another
Sinners
Best SoundF1
Frankenstein
One Battle After Another
Sinner
Warfare
Best Special Visual EffectsAvatar: Fire and Ash
F1
Frankenstein
How to Train Your Dragon
The Lost Bus
Outstanding Contribution to British CinemaClaire Binns
The 2026 EE BAFTA Film Awards ceremony will air on Feb. 22.
SAVE $10: As of Jan. 27, the Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees (10373) has dropped to $54.99 at Amazon. This is $10 off its list price of $64.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees Building Set (10373) $54.99 at AmazonLego's Botanicals sets add a sweet splash of color to your home when put on display. And as an added bonus, these floral arrangements don't require any watering or maintenance. If you've been hoping to pick up a set to work on during these winter months, the delightful Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees (10373) are worth checking out.
The Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees normally come with a price tag of $64.99, but for a limited time they've dropped to $54.99. This saves you $10, but keep in mind that since Amazon has this set marked as a limited-time deal, it may not be live much longer. If you've had your eye on it, now is a great time to grab it for less.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!Recommended for adults, the 709-piece Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees set allows you to piece together three different mini bonsai trees to put up on display. One of the trees you'll build is a ginkgo bonsai tree, which is blooming with bright yellow leaves. Then there's a black pine bonsai tree covered in green needles, and finally a wisteria bonsai tree with lovely lilac flowers.
Again, this limited-time offer may not be around for long, so don't miss out on this deal on the Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees at Amazon.
If you're curious what other sets we think are worth your time right now, have a look at some of the best new new floral Lego sets or some of our top picks for the best Lego sets to give for Valentine’s Day.
The following article contains an extract from Kink Curious: A Guide to Exploring Your Kinks, Dispelling Shame, and Staying Safe by Gigi Engle.
For many of us, getting kinky sounds very exciting. The idea of being tied up (or tying someone up) and spanking them into oblivion while wearing a leather corset and thigh-high boots is enticing, but we’re just not even sure where to begin with such a fantasy. This is because we have no idea if we’re actually into something or just like the idea of it. This disconnect can be further aggravated by feelings of shame and a lack of solid educational materials available for the kink-curious among us.
SEE ALSO: The best sexting apps for discreet NSFW chatsFurther still, you might not even have fully formed fantasies or desires quite yet. It is possible (and normal) to have vague inklings of wanting to be submissive and degraded, but not be entirely sure how that would look for you. Or maybe you want to step into your power as a Dom who enjoys doling out spankings and punishments, but you’re scared sh*tless because you don’t know what kind of Dom you’d be or how you'd even be a Dom in the first place. And what kind of implements would you even want to use, anyway?
How do you begin to figure out what you’re into?Honestly, a lot of kink educational materials that are available kind of miss this piece of the puzzle: How do you begin to figure out what you’re into?
Now, you might be 100 percent sure what kinds of kink play you’re into and what you want to try, and that’s fantastic. But I would still invite you to look a bit deeper with conscious curiosity to figure out if there are more kinks you’re into that you’re just not aware of yet, understand what it is about your kinks that gets you going, and consider how you might want to explore these kinks in your own erotic life.
Another pivotal question worth pondering: How important are these kinks to you? You might not have the answer right now (and that’s totally OK!) but if you’re here reading this, you might have very strong kinky predilections. The first place to start is a little self-reflection.
Questions to ask yourselfHow important are my kinks?
Where do they fit into my identity as a human being?
How might my life or happiness be affected (or not affected) if I weren’t able to explore my kinks?
Understanding this can help you formulate a blueprint for how you want to incorporate kink into your life. For some people, kink is part of their sexuality. For others, it’s just something they take part in, according to Rea Pearson, a sex-positive BACP-accredited counselor and relationship therapist.
If your kinks are an essential component of your happiness and fulfilment, this isn’t anything to be ashamed of. It’s entirely valid. It’s just a matter of figuring out a way to incorporate them into your sex life in a way that works for you (and possibly a current or future partner).
Feel free to save this bigger existential question on the importance of kink until later down the road. You don’t need to have the answers yet. I only wanted to introduce it here so you could start to think about it as we unpack your desires.
Using erotic content for inspirationUsing porn and other erotic content is such an amazing way to start exploring different kinds of kink play and figuring out what gets you going.
It’s important that when we’re choosing erotic content, you’re looking for content that isn’t, well, sh*t. Mainstream porn (think free tube sites) is a form of highly stylized entertainment that is geared toward cis-het men. There are all kinds of questionable practices going on behind the scenes as well as in them. If you’ve ever watched a mainstream gang bang scene, you’ll probably know what I’m talking about. There is a lens placed on men dominating women, punish-f*cking them, with questionable consent (if consent is present at all).
Which is why we want to be sure that what we’re consuming is ethical. Now, you might be thinking: There’s an ethical way for me to watch a woman be turned into a human chandelier in a rope harness and be anally penetrated that is considered above board? Yes, this is correct.
With the rise of ethically made porn, stricter standards (standardized, fair pay for actors, STI testing, collaborations over scripts and scenes that take the actors’ boundaries into account, and so forth, just more human respect) are slowly being implemented in smaller indie studios. And this is super important for everyone involved—from the viewer, to the crew, to the actors.
Why is this important for you? Because you want to be sure that the kink content you’re consuming is high quality, with everyone enjoying themselves and practicing safely. Porn is not education — so don’t take it as a substitute for workshops, classes, or reading this book. This is meant to serve as inspiration.
SEE ALSO: Top 5 NSFW sites to learn what porn didn't teach you Ethical erotic content for inspirationOK, where do I find good ethically made material?
CrashPad Series
CrashPad Series is a queer, non-binary, and female-focused studio with authentic, playful, genuine connections and sexual expression with a diverse array of body types, presentations, identities, and expressions.
Royal Fetish Films
Royal Fetish Films is run by King and Jet Setting Jasmine and is setting a high industry standard in ethical porn with inclusive, beautifully made, and incredibly kinky content.
Bellesa
Bellesa is free-to-consume, curated porn made by and for women and femmes, with something for everyone, including plenty of kink.
Cheex
Cheex includes carefully curated erotic films from independent artists and production companies, plus erotic audio stories and educational resources with articles and interviews around sexual wellness and pleasure.
SPIT
SPIT incorporates photos, audio erotica, and videos from naked story time to partnered play, highlighting diverse sexual expression and taking viewers on an authentic journey through desire and exploration.
Erika Lust
Erika Lust produces movie-quality ethical porn and remains one of the top producers in the industry.
Dipsea
Dipsea is an audio erotica app with countless steamy stories and is a fabulous option for anyone who doesn’t enjoy visual representations of sex.
Afterglow
Afterglow is brand-new on the scene and offers inclusive, high-quality ethical porn for a wide range of desires.
You can also subscribe to OnlyFans creators that you particularly like. This is a great way to support your local sex workers — and find content that you want to see.
SEE ALSO: Your guide to audio erotica apps and websites Using journaling to explore desireJournaling is such a fantastic tool for figuring out what it is you’re into. Figuring out what you’re into is not about landing on a perfectly curated list of kinks or arriving at a fixed sexual identity. It’s about learning how to listen to yourself without judgment, letting curiosity replace shame, and giving your desires room to breathe. The internet can be a powerful mirror when used intentionally, reflecting back patterns, themes, and emotional truths you might not yet have words for.
What turns you on today may deepen, shift, or surprise you tomorrow.You don’t need to rush this process, and you don’t need to have it all figured out before you start exploring. Desire evolves. Context changes. What turns you on today may deepen, shift, or surprise you tomorrow. By pairing ethical erotic content with reflection and self-inquiry, you’re not just discovering kinks, you’re building a relationship with your own desire that’s rooted in awareness, consent, and self-trust. And that, more than any specific act or label, is the foundation of a fulfilling erotic life.
Kink Curious: A Guide to Exploring Your Kinks, Dispelling Shame, and Staying Safe by Gigi Engle, published by Jessica Kingsley, is out now.
SAVE $500: The DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo is on sale at Amazon for $1,099, down from the normal price of $1,599. That's a 31% discount that matches the record low at Amazon.
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo $1,099 at AmazonDespite the FCC ban on foreign drones, you can still get yourself a DJI drone. The fine print of the ban explains that any drone already in the country are excluded from the new legislation, which means they're fair game for ownership and operation. However, that means stock is dwindling, so if you're searching for a DJI drone, check out this latest deal.
The DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo is on sale for $1,099 at Amazon, marked down from the standard price of $1,599. That's a 31% discount that takes a hefty $500 off the price. It also matches the record low at Amazon.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!The DJI Mini 5 Pro is a premium drone and the Fly More Combo makes it just that much more appealing. The bundle includes the DJI Mini 5 Pro drone itself, the DJI RC 2 camera-drone remote controller, a set of filters, three DJI Mini 5 Pro Intelligent Flight batteries, three propeller sets, a shoulder bag, and more. Boiled down, this is everything you'd want for an epic drone set-up.
In terms of performance, the DJI Mini 5 Pro is a stellar model. It has a one-inch CMOS camera with 4K HDR filming at 60fps. You can also go with 4K 120fps for slow-motion filming. DJI also made this model especially appealing for night flying thanks to the 360 degree Nightscape Omnidirectional Sensing and Nighttime return-to-home function. DJI's ActiveTrack 360° technology is a must-have feature if you'll be filming moving subjects like a cyclist, skier, or surfer.
While it's still in stock and on sale for a record-low price, snag the DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo. The bundle is packed with advanced accessories while still being a perfect model for beginners.
This content originally appeared on Mashable for a US audience and has been adapted for the UK audience.
If we can get a movie, an album, or Amazon purchase with the tap of a smartphone — hell, even get a takeaway delivered directly to your door — there’s no reason you shouldn’t be able to get a date in the same way. Indeed, this is the age of on-demand apps and instant gratification. That’s hardly news. Online dating and dating apps have dominated the romantic landscape for the best part of 20 years. But things are changing within the online dating world.
According to the sex-perts at Lovehoney — everyone’s favourite progressively-minded sex toy brand — these are horny-but-wholesome times. They’ve declared that 2026 is "The Year of Pleasure."
That doesn’t mean one-night stands and flippant flings. According to research, one-night stands are on the decrease. Prospective daters are actually looking for "purposeful pleasure" and "meaningful connections". In other words, hookups that have some actual substance. We're still hooking up, but we're getting more selective. That’s why using the right dating app is so important. Every dating app has something slightly different to offer, and you need the tools to find someone you actually want to share your time (and more) with. Getting a date might be as easy as tapping your phone, but it has to be the right date. To help you, we’ve looked at the top apps and taken advice from sex and relationship experts.
What to know before you swipeBefore you start downloading apps, it’s good know just how to approach online dating. We advise that you’re completely up-front about who and what you’re looking for. And maybe pass on those mainstream dating apps that are all about romance and happily ever afters (we're looking at you, eharmony). The best hookup apps make chatting quick and easy (messaging, video calls, all that good stuff), and even the free ones should have features like profile verification to help keep you safe. But most importantly, be sure to stick to apps that are purpose-built for hookups, casual fun, and satisfying your kink. It can be freeing, not to mention productive, to be open about specific desires. The ways in which we understand sex and relationships are changing all the time — just looking at fast-growing "heteroflexible" sexuality — and hookup apps allow you to explore curiosities with no judgement or social anxiety.
SEE ALSO: The best sexting apps for discreet NSFW chatsIt doesn’t matter what you’re looking for, whether it's the chance to explore a new sexual frontier, a friends-with-benefits situation on the reg, or an old school one-night stand (the one-night stand might be going out of fashion, but it’s still fun as long as it’s safe and on your terms). Whatever you're after, we’ve got your back with this guide on the best hookups apps, all based on Mashable’s own real-world testing and expert input. We’ve broken down each of the best hookup apps, selecting an option for every type of dater and every dating desire.
These are the best hookup apps for 2026.
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