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Minors under 13 should not be accessing Instagram and Facebook, per Meta's own terms (the company owns both social media sites). But is the company actually doing enough to stop them from doing so? The European Commission says no.

On Wednesday, the European Commission announced preliminary findings that Instagram and Facebook are in breach of the Digital Services Act (DSA) for "failing to diligently identify, assess and mitigate the risks of minors under 13 years old accessing their services."

SEE ALSO: Meta accused of profiting from scam ads in class-action lawsuit

According to the EU's main executive body, though the platforms say children under 13 cannot set up an Instagram or Facebook account, minors can easily circumvent the safety measures Meta has put in place to stop them. For example, Meta requires a birth date when you create an account — even to create a Teen Account (for under 16s) — but a minor can simply enter a false birth date, with no additional checks in place.

Meta also has a tool to report minors under 13 on the platforms, but the EC says it's "difficult to use and not effective, requiring up to seven clicks just to access the reporting form." And even if a user jumps through all the hoops required to file a report, there "often is no proper follow-up, and the reported minor can simply continue to use the service without any type of check."

This means that Meta needs to strengthen its measures to "prevent, detect and remove minors under the age of 13" from its services. If the company fails to do so, the preliminary findings might be confirmed, and the EC could issue a fine "proportionate to the infringement."

Meta did a major overhaul of Teen Accounts in 2025, including making default age-appropriate content filters which add a PG-13 rating on content unsuitable for children under 13. But these filters won't tackle the problem of minors creating accounts in the first place.

While the EU's fine cannot exceed six percent of Meta's total worldwide annual turnover, given that Meta's revenue in 2025 was $200 billion dollars, the fine could still be very hefty.

SAVE $5: Not only do you get Grubhub+ for free when you link an active Amazon Prime account, but you'll also get $5 off your first order of $15+ with the code FIRSTORDER.

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ICYMI: If you're an Amazon Prime member, you're also a Grubhub+ member. Amazon Prime comes with plenty of perks, from free same-day delivery to Prime Video access, but the free Grubhub+ subscription can sometimes get overlooked by members. All you have to do is head over to the Prime partner offers page and link your Grubhub account to unlock all of the benefits of a Grubhub+ membership for free.

Once you link your accounts, you'll be greeted with $5 off your first order of $15 or more. Just enter the promo code FIRSTORDER at checkout to take advantage of the savings.

Your free Grubhub+ account includes $0 delivery fees, reduced service fees, a 5% Grubhub+ credit back on eligible pickup orders, and other offers from Grubhub+ restaurants. Grubhub+ typically costs $9.99 per month, so you'll save about $120 by linking your Prime account. Not to mention, Amazon claims active members save around $300 per year on food delivery thanks to the reduced fees and exclusive savings through Grubhub+.

If you're craving takeout from your favorite restaurant, this is a perfect excuse to order it. Not only will you pay zero bucks in delivery fees, but you'll also score an extra $5 off your order with the promo code FIRSTORDER. Your Grubhub+ membership is free for as long as your Prime account is active. If you cancel Prime your food delivery benefits disappear as well.

April was a bloody good month on Prime Video, with the final season of The Boys dominating the Global Top 10, and a couple of movies—Chris Hemsworth's heist thriller Crime 101 and Mark Wahlberg's raunchy comedy Balls Up—topping the movie charts for the streamer.

SAVE $700: As of April 29, the Samsung 49-inch Odyssey G93SC OLED curved monitor is on sale for only $899.99 instead of its original list price of $1,599.99. That's a savings of 43%. Plus, you'll get a free game code for Resident Evil Requiem.

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Curved, ultrawide gaming monitors are some of the biggest and baddest on the market. Besides giving you an outrageous amount of screen real estate, they also transform your gaming experience by submerging you in them. If you're ready to take the leap and upgrade your setup, the Samsung 49-inch Odyssey G93SC monitor is over 40% off at Amazon.

As of April 29, the Samsung 49-inch Odyssey G93SC OLED curved gaming monitor is on sale for $899.99. The original list price for this monitor is $1,599.99, so you'll actually save more than Amazon is letting on ($700 or 43% total). According to our favorite price-tracking tool, it's just $1.99 away from its lowest price ever. You'll also get a free game code for Resident Evil Requiem to get you started on your upgraded gaming journey.

Beyond being a truly massive monitor at 49 inches, the Odyssey G93DC also features a steep 1800R curvature that completely wraps around you as a gamer. Its niche 32:9 aspect ratio isn't compatible with every game, so double check that the games you love will work on this display before pulling the trigger. It's also worth noting that curved monitors take up quite a bit of desktop space and can take some getting used to. They quite literally put you smack dab in the center of the action, which can provide some unforgettable gaming experiences.

Specs-wise, the G93SC offers a 240Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response time, DisplayHDR True Black 400, and G-Sync and FreeSync Premium Pro compatibility. There's also plenty of ports (including HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort, and USB Hub) for connectivity.

Most ultra-wide OLED curved gaming monitors of this size clock in at over $1,000, so $899.99 is a pretty sweet deal for the Samsung Odyssey G93SC.

SAVE $799.01: As of April 29, get the Anker Solix F3800 portable power station for $1,799.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $2,599. That's a discount of 31%.

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The summer months are just ahead of us, and that means we're poised for some potentially nasty weather. If you end up losing power with storms or even feel like going off the grid this summer, you'll want a portable power station to keep you online. This one, which is on sale for a fantastic discount, is a great pick for keeping the lights on.

As of April 29, get the Anker Solix F3800 portable power station for $1,799.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $2,599. That's $799.01 off and a discount of 31%.

SEE ALSO: The 6 best portable power stations to stay charged up at home and on the go

This model boasts 6000W of AC output with 3840Wh of electricity, running on LiFePO4 batteries. It can offer 120V and 240V electricity as well, which should keep you online and running in just about any situation for a full day. You can even add up to 6 additional battery packs should you need them to extend the life of the power station or another full Anker Solix F3800 for additional power with a total of 12,000W max AC output.

This massive unit can charge just about everything you need, from your electricc vehicle to all the devices in your household. It's lightweight and easy to maneuver despite its size, and it even has a smart remote control by way of the Anker app. If needed, you could potentially extend your electricity needs with this unit for up to two weeks, making it the perfect emergency option.

If you're ready to stay prepared this summer, pick up this portable power station and be proactive about power loss. You'll appreciate having it when the lights go out.

As a YouTube Premium subscriber, I get YouTube Music included in my subscription fee, yet I use Spotify as my main music service. It's been this way for years, but sometimes I like to give YouTube Music another chance since it can save me a few dollars should I choose to cancel my Spotify subscription.

SAVE $400 + GET A FREE ROBOT GARAGE: The Mova Lidax Ultra 2000 robot lawn mower is on sale at Amazon for $1,399, down from the list price of $1,799. That's a 22% discount and the lowest we've seen at Amazon. Today's deal also comes with a free Mova Robotic Lawn Mower Garage, which ordinarily costs $169.

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Somehow, the list of household chores grows during the spring and summer. While we're mostly in hibernation over the winter, the warm weather means heading back into the yard. Unfortunately, there's maintenance to be done out there. If you're not excited about another season of mowing the lawn, consider jumping on this Amazon deal today.

As of April 29, the Mova Lidax Ultra 2000 robot lawn mower is on sale at Amazon for $1,399, marked down from the standard price of $1,799. That works out to a $400 savings from a 22% discount. It's the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon. As a bonus, Amazon is throwing in a free Mova Robotic Lawn Mower Garage which ordinarily costs $169.

Like the robot vacuum and mops we have inside to keep the floors clean, the Mova Lidax Ultra 2000 robot lawn mower will map your desired mowing area. After that, you can use the app to customize preferences like cutting lengths and the mowing schedule. You can also create zones within your yard and base schedules off those zones. The Mova is even capable of managing two separate maps, a feature that's ideal for homes with a front and back yard that are disconnected. This also works for anyone who owns two properties.

SEE ALSO: It's never been this cheap to snag the Eufy E15 robot lawn mower — save $850 at Amazon

Mova incorporated the ability to choose between grass heights of 1.2 inches up to 3.9 inches. It's designed to mow the lawn in a "U" shaped path, and it'll return to its charging base should the battery run low. Once it's charged up, it can resume mowing where it left off. It's even designed to be capable of mowing in low-light situations.

In case you're worried, the Mova Ultra 2000 has built-in theft protection and will send an alert if it moves outside of the mapped area. You can also check in on real-time tracking for the mower in the app.

In addition to the robot mower itself, Amazon is throwing in a free garage for the robot that covers both the mower and its recharging base. The garage provides protection from harsh conditions like sun or rain, and Mova noted this addition can help extend the robot's life. Ordinarily, the garage costs $169, but it's free today with purchase of the Mova Lidax Ultra 2000 robot lawn mower.

Before the grass gets out of control this spring, enlist the help of the Mova Lidax Ultra 2000 robot lawn mower. It's on sale for the best price we've ever spotted at Amazon and it comes with the free garage today. You'll be able to cross one more item off the chore list while earning the title of the most tech-savvy house on the block.

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Some of the most effective innovations of the last ten years have not come from large, expensive platforms, but from small, community-driven projects. These programs show that some major computing annoyances can be fixed by the smallest, most essential applications, if you know where to find them. Sure, they don't have much hype in the mainstream, but they save money and are incredibly important.

Photoshop can do almost anything—if you're willing to pay for it. Like many casual users, I've been switching between free and open-source alternatives to Photoshops for a while now. There are several good alternatives out there, including Canva, but there is one option that is a much better option than all the others.

Ryobi is a popular, reliable brand loved by DIYers everywhere, and you'll even see its bright neon tools on job sites thanks to its wide assortment of power tools. Ryobi makes a little bit of everything, and while that's great, it also means the company is bound to miss the mark on occasion and release a tool you'll probably want to avoid.

It's frustrating moment when an important, low-power device like a TV remote or a tracking tag starts acting up for no clear reason. It might respond slowly, lose its connection, or flash a low battery warning, even after you've put in a new battery.

The Toyota RAV4 has become the default answer for buyers looking for a dependable compact SUV. Its reputation for reliability, strong resale value, and everyday practicality makes it one of the safest choices in the segment. But for drivers who want something that feels a little more distinctive, sticking with the obvious option isn’t always the best move.

TL;DR: Score the iPhone 17e or iPhone 17 for free when signing up for a T-Mobile plan with no trade-in required.

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March was massive for Apple. After months of anticipation, new iPhones, MacBooks, and iPads were finally released to the public.

So what now?

Is the expectation that we all just sit around and wait for the next announcement from Apple? No, this is the time for finding the best deals on this fresh lineup. And there's a special offer available right now for anyone interested in upgrading to the new iPhone 17.

For a limited time, you can switch to almost any T-Mobile plan and get a free iPhone 17e (no trade in required). Alternatively, you can claim the iPhone 17 for free when you switch to T-Mobile and bring your number on an Experience Beyond or Better Value plan. It's important to note that T-Mobile will charge taxes on these deals and a $35 device connection fee, but that's pretty much always the case with these "free" deals.

SEE ALSO: How the iPhone Fold and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 differ, according to leaks

The Experience Beyond plan is as good as its gets. It is designed for power users who want 4K streaming, huge hotspot data, and international roaming that can keep up with even the most frequent flyers. You're therefore faced with a higher monthly bill than more limited plans. The Experience Beyond plan does include perks like Hulu, Apple TV+, Netflix, and MLB.TV, which helps to offset some of that cost.

The iPhone 17 is the first base model built to handle Apple’s most advanced AI features. Mashable's Stan Schroeder said it's an "excellent phone that matches the iPhone Pro models in many ways that matter." Content creators should note that the camera is "almost as good as the one on the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max."

Score the Apple iPhone 17 for free with T-Mobile.

Most people who own two or more PCs put the more powerful one on their desk and relegate the weaker one to server duty. From personal experience, though, I’ve found doing the opposite has far more practical benefits. Here are five reasons I turned my powerful machine into a home server and use a weaker one as my daily driver.

The most popular Android phones are big—it’s just a fact. Most of us have giant screens in our pockets, but most of us don’t have giant hands. Thankfully, there are some tools at your disposal that can make it easier to use your phone without needing a two-handed grip.

People everywhere use Android Auto for its excellent traffic and navigation tools, streaming music, and more. And while it has some pretty good voice commands that help you keep your hands on the wheel and eyes on the road, I'm not a fan. As a result, I've started messing with powerful automations and home screen shortcuts, and here are a few you'll absolutely love.

The Mercedes-Benz GLC has become one of the default choices in the compact luxury SUV segment, offering the prestige, comfort, and polish buyers expect from a premium badge. But in 2026, that badge alone is no longer enough to guarantee the best experience. One Korean rival is making a strong case that luxury and driving enjoyment can come from somewhere unexpected.

Excel mastery is a slow-burn obsession. You start by color-coding cells, but soon you're living in the Power Query Editor and building automated pipelines. It's a steep learning curve, but you might be higher up than you think. To see how much of a nerd you've become, here are the five levels.

While you might think having one drill, sander, or router is totally fine, you really should have multiple. Not every power tool needs a twin, but there are a handful that definitely do. Here are four power tools that I own multiples of, and why I think you should too.

Save $149.01: Amazon has the M5 Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) nearly down to its lowest price ever as of April 27. At $949.99, this 14% discount puts it just 99 cents away from the record low of $949, and a good deal cheaper than the $1,099 list price.

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The MacBook Neo is an incredibly affordable MacBook, but its not necessarily the absolute best value for everyone, especially when a good deal strikes elsewhere.

Mashable's laptop expert Haley Henschel determined the M5 MacBook Air to be a better value, and as of April 27, it's getting the deal treatment at Amazon. Specifically, you can grab the 13-inch M5 MacBook Air with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD for $949.99, putting it nearly back down to its record low price of $949 even. All told, that's $149.01 cheaper than its list price. And the deal is available in all four colorways.

SEE ALSO: We've tested over 30 laptops in the past year. Here are the 12 best for 2026.

So what makes the M5 Air such a great value? For starters, Apple bumped the starting storage to 512GB over the 256GB of the M4 Air. Yes, they also bumped up the price of the M5 Air by $100, but its still $100 cheaper than the M4 model with the same amount of storage, actually making the newer model a better value. While Mashable tested the 15-inch version, but Henschel still recommends the 13-inch model as a slightly cheaper, more portable option, with the main trade off being two less speakers and GPU cores.

For most everyday tasks, the M5 chip is more than capable to power you through. Only folks who are doing video editing on the daily might appreciate the fans of the Pro over the fanless Air. The Air also comes equipped with a nice 12MP webcam, and true to its name, plenty of portability. The 60Hz refresh rate is its major con, but if that doesn't bother you too much, this an excellent option for a new MacBook — and is much more futureproof than the cheaper Neo.