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For years, Apple and Samsung have been neck and neck when it comes to global smartphone shipments. But now, the tide has turned in Apple's favor.

According to new data from tech market research firm Counterpoint, Apple was the world's number one smartphone maker in 2025, with a 20 percent market share. Samsung had a 19 percent market share, followed by Xiaomi, Vivo, and Oppo, with a 13, 8, and 8 percent market share, respectively.

Apple is number one again. Credit: Counterpoint

This is notable as Apple and Samsung had the same market share in 2023 (19 percent) and 2024 (18 percent).

SEE ALSO: Did the foldable iPhone just get leaked? Seems like it.

Counterpoint says Apple had a 10 percent year-over-year smartphone shipment growth, which was the highest among the top five smartphone brands. According to Counterpoint senior analyst Varun Mishra, this was due to Apple's "expanding presence and rising demand across emerging and mid‑size markets, supported by a stronger product mix."

In other words, Apple's strategy of expanding its lineup — the company launched a new entry-level phone, the iPhone 16e, in February 2025 — is working.

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Samsung's shipments also grew, by 5 percent year-over-year, but it wasn't enough to catch up with Apple. Counterpoint says the growth was driven by the company's mid-range A series phones, as well as the Galaxy Fold 7 and Galaxy S25 in the premium segments.

Apple is rumored to be planning another large expansion of its phone lineup, which could extend its lead over the competitors, though Samsung is reportedly already hard at work at matching the devices Apple is working on.

Notably, while Apple is expected to debut a foldable iPhone later this year, Samsung is poised to launch its Galaxy Z TriFold in the coming months.

TL;DR: The Lego Pokémon Kanto Region Badge Collection comes as a free gift with preorders of the new Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set.

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We spend a lot of time sourcing the best deals on just about everything, so we know what sells. And you know what really gets the people going? Lego and Pokémon.

Any sort of shopping opportunity on Lego or Pokémon sends the world into a spin. There really isn't any comparison, so now that the two juggernauts have come together in the form of three sets launching in February, you best believe that we're hunting for every single opportunity to save.

Lego Pokémon sets are now available to pre-order. The Pikachu and Poké Ball is listed for $199.99, Eevee is $59.99, and the Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set is $649.99. These sets will release on Feb. 27. At this early stage, you're not going to find discounts on these preorders. Instead, you should be seeking out free gifts that sweeten the deal.

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If you purchase the Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set before March 3, you'll get the Kanto Region Badge Collection as a free gift with purchase (while supplies last). Coming in at 312 pieces and recommended for ages 18 and up, this buildable case houses all eight Pokémon Kanto region badges from the first generation of games.

It's a seriously cool set. Will it pursuade shoppers to drop over $600 on the Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set? We're not sure. But if you were already lining up the biggest and most expensive set from this new Pokémon Lego launch, you should note the deadline and the fact that supply is limited.

Act fast to secure the Kanto Region Badge Collection as a free gift with purchase.

SAVE $59.80: The RingConn Gen 2 is on sale at Amazon for $239.20, down from the list price of $299. That's a 20% discount.

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Plenty of us made health and fitness resolutions for 2026. If you're working hard on reaching those goals, but have been wondering about snagging a fitness tracker, you have tons of options. For those who don't want to wear a watch, you have the option of a smart ring, and there's a model on sale today at Amazon that comes with a free health-tracking subscription.

As of Jan. 12, the RingConn Gen 2 smart ring is on sale for $239.20 in select colorway and size combinations. This sale price takes $59.80 off the normal price of $299. That works out to a 20% discount.

For those who don't love watches, a smart ring is a great solution to tracking health and fitness metrics. Many smart rings, like the Oura Ring 4, come with the additional cost of a monthly subscription, but that's not the case with the RingConn Gen 2. For no additional cost, the RingConn will give you access to health metrics like heart rate, sleep tracking, and fitness progress.

The RingConn also comes with some unique features that make it a standout in the market. For starters, its battery life can reach up to 12 days. Comparatively, Mashable's testing found the Oura Ring 4 to get a maximum of seven days of life before it needed to recharge.

SEE ALSO: Apple AirPods Max are on sale for under $450 at Amazon — save almost $100

The RingConn Gen 2 is also said to have the ability to detect sleep apnea. By monitoring breathing while sleeping, the RingConn Gen 2 can help ensure you're getting healthy sleep. This could be espeically useful for people who suspect they have sleep apnea but haven't gone for a sleep study yet. Of course, the ring cannot give a medical diagnosis but it could be a useful accessory to check in on sleep health.

You're free to swim, shower, and wash the dishes with the RingConn Gen 2 since it can handle water up to a depth of 100 meters. Keep in mind RingConn recommends that shoppers purchase the sizing kit first before deciding on an ideal size. The good news is the sizing kit only costs $1.30, which includes nine size options.

While the RingConn Gen 2 is on sale for under $240 at Amazon, set yourself up for health and fitness tracking that comes with no extra subscription fee. It's ideal for anyone who's not thrilled about wearing a watch that doubles as a fitness tracker.

SAVE $1,402: As of Jan. 12, the Samsung 77-inch S85F OLED 4K TV is on sale at Amazon for $1,597.99. That's over $1,400 off its list price and just $100 shy of its all-time low Black Friday price.

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Want to watch all the NFL playoff action on a gorgeous, massive screen? Now's one of the best times to upgrade your TV. For example, this 77-inch Samsung OLED from 2025 is about $1,400 cheaper than usual.

With the most advanced lighting on the market, OLED TVs are typically the most expensive. Even as an entry-level OLED model, the S85F typically carries a $2,999.99 price tag (though Amazon has deflated it). Fortunately, though, you can get the Samsung 77-inch S85F OLED 4K TV for just $1,597.99 at Amazon as of Jan. 12. That's about 46% in savings and just $100 shy of its best-ever price from Black Friday.

Aside from a huge 77-inch screen, the S85F features a brilliant picture quality with vivid colors and deep contrast, solid gaming features (120Hz refresh rate, HDMI 2.1, FreeSync Premium), and AI tools like Click to Search, Live Translate, Adaptive Sound Pro, and Real Depth Enhancer. With the Tizen 9.0 platform, the latest version of Samsung’s smart TV platform, navigation is smooth and speedy. Plus, there are (of course) AI-based tools for content recommendations.

It's not quite as impressive as its higher-end siblings, the S90F and S95F, but it's pretty snazzy and an excellent value — especially when it's on sale. If you want a big screen with a bold picture and OLED lighting , the S85F is a strong contender.

Sexting can be pretty fun and downright hot if done right. The rub is that the act can also be an awkward minefield. Thoughts may cross your mind, like: Is now a good time to sext? What do I even say?

To answer these questions, we asked the sexperts. As it turns out, sexting (like sex itself) is an opportunity for you to liberate yourself, explore what you want in bed, and get to know your partner better.

SEE ALSO: Can't stop stalking your crush online? It may be limerence. How to sext

Sexting can benefit both you and your budding relationship (or hookup, or however you define it).

By sharing your desires and boundaries together, you're forging a deeper connection. Texting feels lower stakes than talking in person, especially if your relationship is new. Thus, it's a great option if you're shy about sex and have difficulty vocalizing what you want, said Casey Tanner, a certified sex therapist and then a sex expert for toy brand LELO.

Make no mistake, though: Sexting is legitimate communication, even if it's through screens.

Sending saucy messages back and forth can even be a kind of foreplay. It can build suspense and anticipation for when you see each other in person next, even if that won't be anytime soon.

How to ask for consent while sexting

Before anything else, get consent — both about sexting in general and for individual sessions.

Ask yourself if you trust your partner enough to sext, advised Edwina Caito, a head writer at sex/sex toy blog BedBible. Decide if you're comfortable with the activity in the first place.

If yes, Tanner offered more questions to self-reflect: Is your style more flirty, raunchy, or suggestive? Are you OK sending nudes, and if so, what body parts do you want to photograph?

Have conversations about these boundaries before your first roll around in the digital hay. Set ground rules, said Caito, whether they be time-related — such as, don't send nudes before 6 p.m. when someone may be at work — or about what kind of media and messages you will and won't send.

You can even set a boundary for which messaging services you prefer to use to sext. Apps like Snapchat and Signal have features like disappearing chats, and the former sends a notification when the other person screenshots your messages. Alternatively, turn on Instagram's vanish mode for the same features.

As sexuality educator Jamie J. LeClaire wrote for sex wellness shop Unbound's blog, set an expectation for language used in sexts, too. If you're uncomfortable with some words — say ones that describe genitalia — tell your partner, and encourage them to share any words they dislike in turn.

Furthermore, consent at one time doesn't extend to every time. Always make sure it's OK to send through a naughty text or photo before doing it. A tip from Unbound is having a go-to emoji that serves as a way to ask, "Is now a good time for you to receive some smut?"

And never, ever share messages or other media that a partner sent to you (unless they ask you to, that is).

Sexting is a lower-stakes way to express your desires to your partner. Credit: Bob Al-Greene / Mashable How to start sexting conversations

Tanner advised keeping your messages pithy if you're just starting out. "Keeping messages on the shorter side gives you a little more leeway to ease into something new," she said. "You also give yourself more space to reflect in between texts about what feels good and where your boundaries are."

Your first message can be coy while sparking your partner's interest and making them think (about you, or an experience you both had in the past).

A couple of examples Caito gave to get things rolling are:

• "I'm lying in bed and can't stop thinking about you."

• "I can't stop thinking about what we did the other night."

Another option is to ask your partner questions, like:

• "What would you do if you were here right now?"

• "What was your favorite part about the other night?"

These texts are suggestive enough to gauge how your partner feels at the moment and get the conversation going. Feel free to be more direct if that's your style, though. You can let your partner know that, say, you've just gotten out of the shower and haven't put anything on yet. There's also the classic, "What are you wearing?"

Tips for great sexting

Now that you're engaging in textual coitus, where do you go from here?

Be as explicit as you want to be. You don't need to even refer to actual body parts if you don't want to, euphemistically or not. "I'm so wet" has the same impact as literally describing the state of your crotch, for instance.

Caroline Spiegel, founder of audio porn site Quinn, suggests contextualizing your sexy messages by telling your partner how you feel about them, what you want to do with them, and what you believe are their hottest features.

You can ask your partner to share fantasies, but don't feel pressure to reveal everything about your sexuality in one go, said Tanner. Texting your partner that they'll "just have to wait and see" can be just as tantalizing as revealing your desires.

To that end, you don't need to talk about activities you don't want to do. Instead, guide the conversation back to what gets you going, said Caito.

Compliment your partner, said Spiegel, to show you're really paying attention to them. Some examples she said are:

• "I love the way you look at me when you…"

• "I can't stop thinking about that time when you said…"

Another tip of Spiegel's is to use your partner's actual name as opposed to a pet name. "You might be surprised how hot it is to be called by your real name in a spicy context," she said.

How to send sexy voice notes and videos

Texts are great, but you can also incorporate different mediums to produce a multimedia sexting experience.

With iMessage and WhatsApp, for instance, you can send sexy voice notes. "I hear all the time from women how they wish their boyfriends or significant others would send audio notes or videos instead of dick pics," said Spiegel.

SEE ALSO: How to have sober sex

Hearing your partner's voice can be encouraging ("such a hot photo"). Cursing can also go a long way.

You can send photos and videos as well, or even take it to FaceTime if texting just isn't enough. And, of course, GIFs and emoji are easy options if words just can't express what you want to get across.

Caito also suggested an app-controlled sex toy your partner can handle if you're long-distance...but it's a toss-up on whether they'll work. As former Mashable reporter Jess Joho found, Bluetooth sex toys may have more connectivity problems than they're worth.

As with physical sex, it may take time to get in a sexting groove with a partner, and that's OK. The more you communicate your desires, whether vocal or over text, the easier it'll get.

Sexting can be a place to explore fantasies and get creative, said Tanner — all from the comfort of your fingertips.

This article was first published in 2021 and republished in 2026.

SAVE 35%: As of Jan. 12, you can get the Samsung 57-inch Odyssey Neo G9 (G95NC) Series dual 4K UHD curved gaming monitor for $1,499.99, down from $2,299.99, at Amazon. That's a 35% discount or $800 in savings.

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If you've been looking for an excuse to justify upgrading your gaming setup, this deal on Samsung's most ambitious monitor might be it.

As of Jan. 12, the 57-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 (G95NC) is on sale for $1,499.99 at Amazon. That's a 35% discount off its $2,299.99 list price and $800 in savings. While this isn't the lowest we've seen this model go for (it's currently $100 more than its all-time lowest price), $800 is nothing to sneeze at.

SEE ALSO: Acer debuted 3 new gaming monitors at CES 2026 — should you upgrade?

According to Samsung, the Odyssey Neo G9 is the world's first Dual UHD monitor with a 7680 x 2160 resolution. It uses Quantum Mini-LEDs with 2,392 local dimming zones, which means you'll get incredibly deep blacks and a 1,000-nit peak brightness.

It offers a 240Hz refresh rate and a 1ms response time. It’s also one of the first major displays to support DisplayPort 2.1, though you'll need a high-end graphics card to actually push that many pixels at such a high speed.

Just a heads-up: this thing is a beast. It weighs about 42 pounds and is over four feet wide, so you’ll want to make sure your desk can actually handle it before you hit buy.

Pluribus star Rhea Seehorn took home Best Female Actor (TV Series - Drama) at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, giving a delightfully candid speech.

"My speech says, 'Get a prescription for beta blockers,' but I did not. Sorry! I'm going to do my best. I'm sorry, I'm just a little shocked, I think my stomach is still over there," said Seehorn.

SEE ALSO: Rhea Seehorn breaks down why 'The Left Hand of Darkness' is so important to 'Pluribus'

Seehorn also thanked Pluribus/Breaking Bad/Better Call Saul creator Vince Gilligan, and paid tribute to her fellow nominees Britt Lower (Severance), Bella Ramsey (The Last of Us), Helen Mirren (MobLand), Keri Russell (The Diplomat), and Kathy Bates (Matlock).

"Getting your name read with Bella Ramsey, Britt Lower, Helen Mirren, Kathy Bates, and Keri Russell, I'm astonished by all your performances. I appreciate being listed with you,” she said. "I've been to a lot of these parties that get pretty scary for someone like me sometimes, and the women in this room have been incredible in the last couple of weeks. Thank you for that."

It's a long-awaited moment for Seehorn, who had been nominated twice for Emmys for her role in Better Call Saul without a win. She recently took out a Critics Choice Award win for Pluribus, with the Emmys looking pretty good.

Check out the whole list of Golden Globes award winners and nominees.

A British regulator said it had started a formal investigation into Mr. Musk’s chatbot over the spread of illegal images.

The Golden Globes has wrapped for another year, and as always the awards show brought its mixture of amusing moments, emotional moments, and upsets.

From Timothée Chalamet beating out Leonardo DiCaprio and George Clooney to win his first Globe to Teyana Taylor's emotional acceptance speech, we've rounded up some of the must-see moments below...

SEE ALSO: The complete list of winners at the 2026 Golden Globes Celebrities wearing pins to protest ICE Credit: Michael Tran / AFP via Getty Images

A number of Golden Globes attendees, including Mark Ruffalo, Wanda Skyes and Natasha Lyonne, wore pins to the ceremony with the words "BE GOOD" in black caps against a white background — a protest against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after 37-year-old mother Renee Good was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis last week.

"We need every part of civil society, society to speak up," anti-ICE pin organiser, Nelini Stamp of Working Families Power, was quoted as saying by NPR. "We need our artists. We need our entertainers. We need the folks who reflect society."

Nikki Glaser roasting celebrities and the government

Nikki Glaser also brought some politics to the awards show, roasting the U.S. Justice Department along with many of the celebrities in attendance.

"Yes, the Golden Globes: without a doubt, the most important thing that's happening in the world right now," she said. "I cannot believe the amount of star power we have in this room tonight. It's insane. There are so many A-listers. And by A-listers, I do mean people who are on A-list that has been heavily redacted."

Rose Byrne's joke about her husband

Rose Byrne's husband Bobby Cannavale wasn't in attendance, but when she picked up her award for Best Female Actor (Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy) for her performance in If I Had Legs I'd Kick You, she made sure to shout him out.

"He couldn't be here because he's getting a bearded dragon, and he went to a reptile expo in New Jersey," she said. "So thank you, baby."

Ryan Coogler thanking audiences for "showing up"

Sinners picked up awards for best original score and cinematic and box office achievement on Sunday. In his acceptance speech, writer/director Ryan Coogler thanked the audience.

"It was an honour on this movie to know it was getting a theatrical release," said Coogler. "We would remind people every day, in the dog days of summer, in New Orleans, like, 'Hey, big movie, people gonna see this, big theatre.' We didn't know that they would show up, so we just want to say thank you that they did. It meant the world to us."

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Timothée Chalamet thanked everyone involved in the making of Marty Supreme, and even managed to squeeze a pretty great joke in.

Teyana Taylor's emotional speech

After winning the award for Best Supporting Female Actor for her role in One Battle After Enough, Teyana Taylor gave a powerful speech.

"To all my brown sisters and little brown girls watching tonight: Our softness is not a liability, our depth is not too much, our light does not need permission to shine, we belong in every room we walk into, our voices matter, and our dreams deserve space," said Taylor.

Check out the complete list of Golden Globes 2026 winners.

KPop Demon Hunters remains forever shining with the smash-hit Netflix film taking home Golden Globes for Best Animated Feature Film and Best Original Song for eternal banger "Golden."

Directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans accepted the award on Sunday night alongside producer Michelle Wong, shouting out their relatable female characters like HUNTR/X's Rumi, Mira, and Zoey.

"Thank you to the Golden Globes and for everyone who believed that a movie so deeply rooted in Korean culture could resonate with a global audience," said Kang onstage. "Through this film, we really wanted to depict female characters the way that we know women, which is really strong and bold, really silly and weird, and really hungry for food — and sometimes a little thirsty."

Damn right! Couch! Couch! Couch! Couch!

Watch Ejae's acceptance speech for "Golden" and check out the whole list of Golden Globes award winners and nominees.

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: How to play Pips, the newest NYT game

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Monday, Jan. 12, 2026:

AcrossUnit of farmland

• The answer is Acre.

Counterpart of "Musical or Comedy" at the Golden Globes

• The answer is Drama.

Kind of "touch" that A.I. lacks

• The answer is Human.

Alternative to credit

• The answer is Debit.

"OMG, that's hilarious"

• The answer is LOL.

DownCondition that affects concentration, for short

• The answer is ADHD.

Willfully causing pain

• The answer is Cruel.

Five-time role for Sylvester Stallone

• The answer is Rambo.

One might have a scheduled send time

• The answer is Email.

Aardvark's prey

• The answer is Ant.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Mini Crossword.

Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you know west coast schools.

As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.

Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier — so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for the latest Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections: Sports Edition?

The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake — players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. Here's a hint for today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

• Yellow: Track and field

• Green: Football team-related

• Blue: Player-focused

• Purple: For short

Here are today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:

• Yellow: Decathlon events

• Green: Associated with the Pittsburgh Steelers

• Blue: Associated with C.J. Stroud

• Purple: What "SF" might refer to

Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.

Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.

Drumroll, please!

The solution to today's Connections: Sports Edition #476 is...

What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?

• Decathlon events - 100 METERS, DISCUS, LONG JUMP, SHOT PUT

• Associsted with the Pittsburgh Steelers - BLACK AND YELLOW, IMMACULATE RECEPTION, RENEGADE, TERRIBLE TOWELS

• Associated with C.J. Stroud - NO, 2 PICK, OHIO STATE, ROOKIE OF THE YEAR, TEXANS

• What "SF" might refer to - 49ERS, SACRIFICE FLY, SEMIFINAL, SMALL FORWARD

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new sports Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.

KPop Demon Hunters keeps goin' up, up, up with the smash-hit Netflix film taking home Golden Globes for Best Animated Feature Film and Best Original Song for eternal banger "Golden."

Singer-songwriter Ejae, who co-wrote and performed the record-breaking, chart-topping song, accepted the award with co-writers Mark Sonnenblick and Lee Hee-joon.

"When I was a little girl, I worked tirelessly for 10 years to fill one dream to become a K-pop idol, and I was rejected and disappointed that my voice wasn't good enough," said Ejae onstage. "So I leaned on songs and music to get through it. Now I'm here as a singer and a songwriter."

SEE ALSO: 'KPop Demon Hunters' stars Arden Cho and May Hong react to fans' TikTok videos

"It's a dream come true to be part of a song that is helping other girls, other boys, and everyone from all ages get through their hardship and to accept themselves," she said.

"I just want to say this award goes to people who've had their doors closed at them. I can confidently say rejection is redirection, so never give up."

Ejae then finished with a quote directly from her own "Golden" lyrics: "It's never too late to shine like you were born to be."

Check out the whole list of Golden Globes award winners and nominees.

Sinners took home two awards during the Golden Globes on Sunday, including best original score and the award for cinematic and box office achievement. Ryan Coogler's lauded film made a whopping $368 million worldwide at the box office, breaking more than one record.

"I just want to thank the audience for showing up," said Coogler onstage during his acceptance speech. "This movie was made by hundreds of people. We don't always be working in the film business, wear tuxedos, and look glammed up — it's usually a grind. We'll be wearing like, performance fishing gear and being in the swamps."

SEE ALSO: Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan on 'Sinners' unique spin on vampirism

Coogler then noted the importance of Sinners being released in cinemas.

"It was an honour on this movie to know it was getting a theatrical release. We would remind people every day, in the dog days of summer, in New Orleans, like, 'Hey, big movie, people gonna see this, big theatre.' We didn't know that they would show up, so we just want to say thank you that they did. It meant the world to us," he said.

"We created a very special community and family making this film, grinding every day while many of us were away from our own families at home," said producer Zinzi Coogler onstage. "Thank you for pouring into this story. You are all masters of your craft at an elite level and it was an honour to share this space with you."

Check out the whole list of Golden Globes award winners and nominees.

SAVE $30: As of Jan. 12, the Fire TV Cube has been marked down to $109.99 at Amazon. This is $30 off its list price of $139.99.

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The start of a new year means a wide variety of new shows and films are gearing up to drop on streaming services. If you can't wait to watch what's to come over 2026, it's worth having a solid streaming setup ready to go. Thankfully, Amazon's offering $30 off its Fire TV Cube right now, so you can upgrade for less than usual.

As of Jan. 12, the Fire TV Cube has dropped from $139.99 to $109.99 at Amazon, making for a 21% discount. Keep in mind it's marked as a limited-time deal right now. If it's caught your eye, you'll want to be quick to make a move while it's still available at this reduced rate.

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With big shows set to drop this year — from A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms to season four of Bridgerton and so much more — the Fire TV Cube will make sure they shine on your screen, as it supports 4K UHD resolution alongside Dolby Vision and HDR. It also supports Dolby Atmos audio, allowing sound to come through clear and crisp as well.

The Fire TV Cube also supports WiFi 6E, which offers smooth streaming quality while you watch. On top of that, its octa-core 2.0 GHz processor allows you to quickly boot up and search through your favorite apps, so you can jump into the shows and movies you're interested in right away.

If it sounds like the upgrade you've been searching for, now is a good time to grab the Fire TV Cube on sale.

TL;DR: The Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Jumpstart Booster Box is on sale for $104.98 at Amazon.

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2025 was an astounding year for Magic: The Gathering expansions, and the Avatar: The Last Airbender set was a match made in heaven with the long-running trading card game — right alongside Final Fantasy. However, huge demand has kept stock low and prices high in some cases, requiring collectors to keep an eye out for new deals.

As of Jan. 12, you can buy the Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Jumpstart Booster Box for only $104.98, following a drop from its $167.76 list price of 37%. This set gives you 24 booster packs from Magic: The Gathering’s Avatar expansion altogether — each containing 20 cards, for a 480-card grand total.

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Granted, over $100 still seems quite a lot, but this does fall in line with this Avatar Booster Box’s market value in the MTG space right now, with TCGplayer currently estimating it at $94.52. Yes, the Amazon listing is $10 higher, but that’s still the best price you can find right now. Compared to TCGplayer, for instance, you’ll be saving around $57 — with its lowest-price listing at $161.95 when shipping costs are added on. 

If you’re a keen Magic: The Gathering player who wants the best bang for their buck but hasn’t tried the Avatar: The Last Airbender cards yet, this is one of the best ways to jump in. For more Magic: The Gathering savings, you can also score the Innistrad Remastered Play Booster Box at $70 off. As for the Marvel fans out there, MTG’s Spider-Man Play Booster Box is now only $104.99.

The Pitt thrived at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, with star Noah Wyle taking home Best Male Actor (TV – Drama) on Sunday.

During his speech, Wyle thanked healthcare workers, who are the heart of the HBO medical drama — the Emmy-winning star plays Dr. Michael "Robby" Robinavitch in the Emergency Department of Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center.

"To all the healthcare workers in the world, thank you," he said onstage.

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The Pitt also took home Best Television Series (Drama) at the Globes, with creator R. Scott Gemmill also taking a moment to thank healthcare workers during his acceptance speech.

"I also want to thank the first responders and healthcare workers who are the real heroes who inspire us," said Gemmill. "Deborah Khan, from The Diplomat, reminded me I have to thank all the civil servants as well.

"We live in a very divided country in a world right now, but I think cinema — and I call TV "cinema" — brings us all together, not only as an audience, but as a community. And we show people what we can do when a bunch of individuals, hundreds of us, who have a common goal, and we work together with decency, humanity, acceptance, and respect for each other, we can do amazing things."

Check out the whole list of Golden Globes award winners and nominees.

Timothée Chalamet picked up the award for Best Male Actor (Motion Picture – Musical/Comedy) at the Golden Globes on Sunday, where he paid tribute to the other actors in a "stacked" category before thanking the various people involved in making Marty Supreme.

"To Josh Safdie, thank you from the bottom of my heart, thank you for this role, thank you for believing in me. Thank you for this portrait, for your mind, for your world view. To A24, Ronnie Bronstein who co-wrote the script with Josh. The amazing cast of this film, Odessa A'zion, Gwyneth Paltrow, Tyler the Creator, Fran Drescher, Kevin O'Leary...If you would have told me when I was 19 years old I'd be thanking Mr Wonderful from Shark Tank," says Chalamet, referring to his co-star and the movie's multi-millionaire executive producer.

"Alright you're laughing so I got away with that one, thank you Kevin."

Check out the complete list of winners at the 2026 Golden Globes.

SAVE OVER $90: As of Jan. 12, select models of the Apple AirPods Max have dropped to $449.99 at Amazon. That's $99.01 off their list price of $549.

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For those looking to pick up some brand new headphones for 2026, select models of the AirPods Max have dropped to $449.99 at Amazon. We consider these headphones to have "excellent audio quality, easy-to-use controls, and good battery life," per our review, so this is a great opportunity to score them for a little less.

This deal saves you nearly $100 as they're usually listed for $549. The midnight, starlight, and blue models are marked down to this new price, so you can pick out your favorite pair to match your aesthetic.

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The AirPods Max are fitted with the H1 chip and feature Active Noise Cancellation so you can enjoy high-quality audio without being interrupted by the world around you. And for when you'd rather hear what's going on, they also feature Transparency mode. Our review at the time of release said that, "When it comes down to it, the AirPods Max check off almost all the boxes for what makes an excellent pair of headphones: great sound quality, ideal battery life, easy controls, and a stylish design."

If you've been searching for a headphone upgrade, now is a great time to grab select models of the AirPods Max for $449.99 at Amazon. Alternatively, if you're curious what other headphones we think are worth investing in, our roundup of the best headphones can point you towards our top picks.

As if we're not already spending too much on online purchases, Google just announced new tech that will make shopping even easier.

At the core of the announcement is the just-launched Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP), a "new open standard for agentic commerce." Developed with major online retailers including Shopify, Etsy, Wayfair, Target, and Walmart, it will enable new ways to purchase things online, such as from within a conversation with an AI agent.

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For example, you could ask an AI to help you find a new carry-on suitcase, to which it may offer some options. You'll soon be able to click on the product right there within that convo and buy it without ever leaving that screen.

Google says more than 20 partners have endorsed the system, including heavyweights like American Express, Best Buy, Macy’s, Mastercard, Stripe, Home Depot, and Visa. For payments, you'll be able to use Google Pay, with shipping info coming from your Google Wallet; PayPal is joining as a partner "soon."

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Google is also launching a tool called Business Agent, a "virtual sales associate that can answer product questions in a brand's voice." So if you're searching for Reebok sneakers on Google, the branded agent might pop up as an option and help you find the right ones; once again, you'll be able to complete the purchase and check out directly in that conversation.

Google says Business Agent is live starting today, with partners including Lowe's, Michael's, Poshmark, and Reebok.

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Finally, Google is introducing a new type of ads called Direct Offers, allowing advertisers to give exclusive offers to shoppers who are searching for products in AI mode. In other words, you might get a discount from the AI agent you're chatting with, which should push shoppers towards using this type of experience more often.