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I'm tired of everything being "AI." AI smartphones, AI fridges, AI tablets, AI vacuum cleaners, and most of all, AI PCs. I've seen enough of those to last me a lifetime.

Save $110: As of Jan. 12, Amazon marked down the 27-inch Asus ROG Strix XG27UCG monitor to $339, saving you 24% on the $449 list price.

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Good gaming peripherals can seriously change your setup, but high price tags don't make it easy to invest in those upgrades.

That's why taking advantage of deals year-round is the way to go, and as of Jan. 12, there's a solid gaming monitor deal worth checking out. The 27-inch Asus ROG Strix XG27UCG is on sale at Amazon for $339, bringing it's price down $110 from its $449 list price. That 24% discount also marks the best price we've ever seen on this monitor.

SEE ALSO: CES 2026: Asus' ROG Zephyrus Duo is finally a proper dual-screen gaming laptop

The monitor has a 4K display, with an excellent resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels. The Dual Mode gets you access to a refresh rate of 160Hz for 4K gaming or 320Hz at 1080p, making it an especially intriguing option for anyone who enjoys both AAA games, as well as competitive games where a faster refresh rate is more important than a higher resolution. The response time isn't the best we've seen on a gaming monitor, but decent for the price at 1 ms.

The display also has a 95% DCI-P3 color gamut — it won't be the most vibrant display on the market, but it's decent for the price point. Port-wise, this monitor is more limited with one DisplayPort 1.4, one HDMI port, and one USB-C port that has 15 watts of power delivery.

If you aren't quite ready to invest in a premium gaming monitor that can run you upwards of $1,000, the Asus ROG Strix comes with some cons, but is ultimately a solid get for under $350.

Grok, xAI's all-purpose helper, fact-checker, and content generator, is under close watch from international regulators who worry the chatbot is dangerous.

In early January, X users spotted that Grok was complying with requests to create sexualized depictions of minors in revealing clothing, a form of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). xAI staff said they were looking to strengthen the chatbot's guardrails.

SEE ALSO: Grok says it has restricted image generation to subscribers after deepfake concerns. But has it?

But it's not a simple fix. Recent investigations by Reuters, The Atlantic, and Wired found widespread flaws in the model's safeguards, which have allowed for a proliferation of nonconsensual, sexual, and sometimes graphically violent content to be generated by Grok at the request of users. On X, investigators have uncovered a mass "undressing" problem, marked by numerous accounts of users who have had their publicly posted images edited by the integrated chatbot to don revealing attire. RAINN, the national anti-sexual assault nonprofit, has called this a form of AI or tech-enabled sexual abuse.

Other chatbots and AI-powered image generators have also come under scrutiny for failing to implement safeguards regarding sexual content, including Meta's AI companions.

Replying to user concerns on X, CEO Elon Musk stated that the company takes the generation of illegal content seriously, but argued that the legal ramifications should fall on the users. Musk later responded to comments from UK's leaders about a potential sitewide block, calling it a form of censorship and alleging that foreign governments are eager to silence free speech online.

Governments crack down on xAI

In response to slow movement from X's teams, countries have begun tamping down access to xAI's bot and standalone app, as several conduct investigations into Grok's safeguards, xAI's response, and the possibility that the company is violating various online safety laws.

The company has already faced several investigations before recent claims that Grok enabled CSAM.

In addition to ongoing investigation of X's content moderation and algorithms, members have pushed for the European Union to probe Grok for several alleged violations under its Digital Services Act, including potentially dangerous and "erratic" behavior. In recent weeks, the body ordered X to retain all data and internal documents regarding Grok as it expands its investigation.

Despite a commission spokesperson calling Grok's conduct "illegal," tech watchdogs are skeptical the body would invoke its measures to block the site completely.

The UK's communication regulator, Ofcom, also announced an official investigation into Grok, with a potential revenue fine of up to 10 percent (about $24 million) if it's found to have violated the Online Safety Act.

Organizations in the U.S. have called on federal agencies to investigate xAI, as well, citing the recently passed Take It Down Act, which criminalizes publishing or threatening to publish nonconsensual intimate imagery (NCII) and grants the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) authority to sue social media platforms that don't comply with take-down requests.

Other countries, meanwhile, are moving forward with outright bans until the company complies with investigations or overhauls Grok's safety structure.

Countries that have blocked Grok access

• Malaysia - Temporary suspension

• Indonesia - Temporary suspension

Regions actively investigating or threatening to suspend Grok

• India

• The European Union

• France

• The UK - Considering blocking services

• Brazil - Threatened to suspend Grok

• Australia - Already blocks social media access for users under 16

If you have had intimate images shared without your consent, call the Cyber Civil Rights Initiative’s 24/7 hotline at 844-878-2274 for free, confidential support. The CCRI website also includes helpful information as well as a list of international resources.

Instagram denied a breach of its systems — but also warned that those sketchy password reset emails were triggered by an external party.

The entire situation is bizarre and, frankly, confusing.

Instagram released a statement over the weekend denying its systems had been breached, though the company did confirm that external parties had been able to trigger password reset emails. So, while many customers did receive unnecessary and unprompted password reset emails, the emails themselves may have been legitimate.

"We fixed an issue that let an external party request password reset emails for some people," Instagram's account on X posted. "There was no breach of our systems and your Instagram accounts are secure. You can ignore those emails — sorry for any confusion."

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Strangely, Instagram users can check their account settings to view all official emails Instagram has sent in the past 14 days; however, the recent password reset emails are not showing up in some users' account settings. It appears this feature only shows password reset emails requested by the user.

As a cybersecurity best practice, if you've gotten a strange or unexpected password reset email for one of your accounts — even one that looks very convincing — do not click any links until you have verified the email is legit.

As we covered at Mashable over the weekend, users online reported a sudden influx of password reset emails from Instagram. Cybersecurity-focused TikTok account @ohhackno posted an explainer on the issue that garnered more than 4 million views.

There were concerns that the reset emails were related to reports of a breach at Instagram, which the company has now denied.

So, for now, follow Instagram's advice and ignore the emails.

NASA will undock a SpaceX Dragon capsule from the International Space Station and bring four astronauts home Thursday morning after a medical problem prompted an early return.

The move is surprising because it marks the first medical evacuation from the station in its 25 years of continuous use, highlighting the limits of health care in space. The agency will not disclose which astronaut is unwell, citing privacy reasons. 

NASA plans for Crew-11 to depart the station at about 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET Wednesday, Jan. 14, pending weather and recovery conditions. The ship is targeted to splash down in the Pacific Ocean off California at about 12:40 a.m. PT / 3:40 a.m. ET Thursday, Jan. 15.

SEE ALSO: Who is the sick astronaut on the ISS? What we know. How to watch Crew-11 return

Live coverage is scheduled to begin at noon PT / 3 p.m. ET Wednesday for the hatch closing on the spacecraft and departure. NASA plans to resume coverage of the return at 11:15 p.m. PT Wednesday / 2:15 a.m. ET Thursday, with a news briefing following a few hours later.

NASA officials said one crew member experienced a serious medical issue that requires a full diagnostic workup on the ground. The astronaut is stable, officials said. NASA characterized the event as a "controlled expedited return," not an emergency deorbit, meaning the crew will follow standard landing rules and approved splashdown zones.

The Dragon spacecraft carrying Crew-11 is expected to depart from the International Space Station on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026. Credit: NASA

Crew-11 includes commander Zena Cardman, pilot Mike Fincke, Japan’s Kimya Yui, and Russia’s Oleg Platonov. NASA has not identified the affected astronaut, citing medical privacy. Japan’s space agency said Yui is not the ill or injured party, according to Japanese news reports.

The agency announced the early return after canceling a planned spacewalk last week. Fincke and Cardman had been preparing for a solar panel project when a medical concern arose. Officials said the issue was not related to station operations, spacewalk preparations, or a work-related injury.

After Dragon departs, American astronaut Chris Williams, who arrived on a Russian Soyuz spacecraft in November, will remain as the only U.S. crew member aboard the station, supported by Russian colleagues until Crew-12 launches, potentially in mid-February.

NASA said the splashdown and recovery will proceed normally, with flight surgeons on the recovery ship and hospitals on standby.

Apple is finally making a massive move to catch up in the AI race by partnering with Google to power a revamped version of Siri later this year. Under the multi-year deal, Apple will rely on Google's cloud architecture and Gemini lineup to underpin its upcoming foundational AI models.

Leonardo DiCaprio didn't leave the 2026 Golden Globes with a trophy on Sunday night, but the One Battle After Another star did leave the internet with a question it desperately wants answered: Who was he talking to?

A brief, off-stage clip of the actor mid–animated storytelling at the event has gone viral, turning a half-seen joke into a full-blown pop culture whodunit. Here is the clip in question, from New York Times awards season columnist Kyle Buchanan:

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In the short video, DiCaprio can be seen pointing across the room, motioning to his own eyes as if to say, 'I saw that,' before launching into what looks like an exaggerated, somewhat goofy reenactment of a moment from the ceremony.

SEE ALSO: Teyana Taylor's Golden Globes speech is 2 minutes of pure emotion

The identity of the person DiCaprio is addressing remains unclear, though that hasn't stopped social media from trying to solve the puzzle anyway. Amateur lip readers seemed convinced he's talking about KPop Demon Hunters, the Netflix animated hit that took home two Golden Globes, translating his animated gestures as something along the lines of: "I was watching you with the K-pop thing — you were like, 'Is that, who is that, oh, K-pop.'"

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Whatever the backstory, the moment has struck a chord precisely because it's so unscripted, instantly adding yet another iconic Leo meme to the cultural canon.

In an awards show built around carefully crafted speeches and polished appearances, DiCaprio's animated, off-stage persona is a reminder that the most compelling Golden Globes moments often happen when no one's technically watching.

Check out the whole list of Golden Globes award winners and nominees and Mashable's round-up of the night's biggest moments.

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In a crowded SUV market, shoppers often gravitate toward familiar names and larger crossovers, but one smaller Korean model quietly delivers exceptional reliability that most buyers overlook. While bigger and flashier SUVs grab headlines, this compact contender consistently earns high marks for low maintenance costs, strong dependability ratings, and trouble-free ownership, making it one of the most sensible choices in its class.

I wanted to upgrade the audio quality of the TV in my office, but I didn't want to blow a bunch of money on a soundbar. So, I gathered up some cheap components and threw together a small sound system for less than $25. It's far from perfect, but it gets the job done.

Linux Mint 22.3 'Zena' is now rolling out, and it's another great update for the Ubuntu-based distribution. It includes the Cinnamon 6.6 environment, a new system information tool, and other improvements.

SAVE 21%: As of Jan. 12, you can get the DJI Mic 3 (2 TX + 1 RX + charging case) for $259, down from $329. That's a 21% discount and $70 in savings.

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If your goal for 2026 is to finally launch that podcast or stop relying on your phone's built-in mic for videos, your first step is to invest in good audio. And right now, you can get a top-notch setup for $70 off.

As of Jan. 12, you can get the DJI Mic 3 (2 TX + 1 RX + charging case) for $259, down from $329. That's a 21% discount and matches the lowest price we’ve seen for this specific bundle.

SEE ALSO: The DJI Mic Mini is one of the best upgrades for content creators

When we reviewed the Mic 3, we gave it a 4.25 out of 5 score, largely because it’s such a versatile, set-and-forget tool for creators. It definitely makes some trade-offs: You can’t plug in an external lavalier mic anymore, and the transmitters lost their individual USB-C ports. However, the new adaptive gain control is a lifesaver. It automatically balances your volume, so if a guest suddenly shouts, the audio won't peak and ruin the whole take.

The hardware is tiny enough to fit in a pocket, and the charging case gets you about 28 hours of total battery life. It also records 32-bit float internally, which gives you enough data to "save" audio that was recorded too quiet or too loud in post-production.

Raspberry Pis are popular among DIYers, tinkerers, and homelabbers, but if you don't ask too much, you can also use them as a fairly capable mini PC as a replacement for a laptop or desktop. Here are 5 apps I use constantly.

One Piece's valiant Straw Hat Pirates are about to face their greatest foes yet: Baroque Works.

SEE ALSO: 2026 TV preview: All the TV shows you need to know, and where to stream them

A new trailer for Netflix's live-action adaptation of One Piece centers on the fearsome criminal syndicate Monkey D. Luffy (Iñaki Godoy) and his crew fill face in Season 2. And just from the teaser, it's clear that this secret society of assassins is not to be messed with.

Bridgerton's Charithra Chandran stars as Miss Wednesday, seen facing off against Nami (Emily Rudd). Also introduced in the trailer are Lera Abova as Miss All-Sunday, David Dastmalchian as Mr. 3, Camrus Johnson as Mr. 5, Jazzara Jaslyn as Miss Valentine, Daniel Lasker as Mr. 9, and Sophia Anne Caruso as Miss Goldenweek.

Joe Manganiello has been cast as Mr. 0, also known as Baroque Works leader Sir Crocodile, but the trailer keeps him in the dark.

What the trailer doesn't keep in the dark, though, are Baroque Works' formidable abilities — not to mention their impeccable attire. From taking out legions of guards with just a few words to hypnotizing people with paint, Baroque Works look like they're ready to put the fun in the Straw Hats' funeral. Oh, and did I mention there are wig guns? The trailer's worth watching in full for the wig guns alone.

One Piece Season 2 premieres March 10 on Netflix.

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.

One of the first accessories people make or buy for a Raspberry Pi is a case. In fact, online sellers are happy to include one with your purchase, since surely you'll need one. The truth is, most of the time, you don't strictly need a case for your SBC. Going caseless is just fine, and can sometimes be the better choice.

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.

Are you thinking about buying a new external SSD? We all seem to be constantly in need of more storage, but I'd caution against heading straight for a pre-built external SSD.