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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

• Creator economy M&A deals were up over 17% year-over-year in 2025.
• Quartermast Advisors tracked last year's M&A market, which included a $1.4 billion sale of Vimeo.
• Who will be buyers in 2026? Quartermast predicts more activity from ad giants and private equity.

Is the creator economy in the midst of a comeback era

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.

India is considering new smartphone security rules that would require device makers to allow government access to source code for “vulnerability analysis.” It would also require companies to notify the government of major software updates and security patches before rollout, according to Reuters.

This is the latest in a raft of unprecedented proposals by the Indian government under the guise of

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.

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

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.

• I was delighted when my shy kindergartener was invited to one of his classmates' birthday parties.
• Even though I didn't recognize the birthday boy or any other parents, I thought everything was fine.
• The people were friendly, and we had fun. A week later, I discovered we'd attended the wrong party.

My son, Bobby, had always been a shy person. When he started kindergarten, I

• Paramount Skydance is taking its fight with Warner Bros. Discovery's board to court.
• Instead of raising its bid, Paramount is starting a proxy fight while trying to win over investors.
• Read Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison's latest letter to WBD shareholders.

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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.

Meta has appointed Dina Powell McCormick, a banking executive and former Republican White House official, as its new president and vice-chairman. The company said McCormick will help guide its overall strategy and execution as a part of the management team.

“Dina’s experience at the highest levels of global finance, combined with her deep relationships around the world, makes her uniquely suited to