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The 7 Coolest Pieces of Cool Tech from the Very Cool CES 2026
We saw a lot of cool tech at 2026’s Consumer Electronics Show (as well as some duds). Here’s a list of some tech you may find interesting.

Do You Want a Lollipop That Can Play Music? All the Latest Tech from CES (Video)
Plugged In talks about some of the coolest, strangest and most head-scratching items to make their debuts at CES.

Movie Tuesday: ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Keeps Winning
‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ speared another win for the fifth week in a row, leaving oldcomers and newcomers alike starved for the top spot.

On the Radar: Social Media Sweet Spot, Blocking YouTube Shorts and Tea
Is it possible for teens to spend too little time on social media? YouTube makes it possible for parents to block YouTube Shorts on teen accounts. What do parents need to know about the Tea app?

Making Wise Entertainment Choices: How to Use a Plugged In Review
Let’s dive into our Plugged In movie reviews—and how you can use them to help you (and your family) make wise entertainment choices.

Tech-Related Resolutions for the Whole Family (VIDEO)
One of the biggest obstacles to physical health is screen time. We dive into that and much more in our 125-page tech guide and this video!

Movie Monday: ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Makes a Monkey Out of ‘Primate’
James Cameron continues to dominate the box office with ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash,” but at least we’ve got newcomers this time!

On the Radar: Roblox Age Verification, Grok’s Bikini Scandal and Plugged In’s Parents’ Guide to Technology
Roblox rolls out age verification. People are using Grok to create sensual pictures of women and young girls. How to get a free copy of Plugged In’s Tech Guide.

Introducing Our Parents’ Guide to Technology 2026
As a parent, how can you navigate technology, protect your children while also teaching them practical. biblical screentime habits?
The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe – Plugged In Rewind
Plugged In dives into 2005’s ‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,’ unpacking why this fantasy film is such a beloved classic in many homes.
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