The Trump administration is working on a deal with China to determine TikTok’s fate, which could be finalized by the end of this week, according to reports citing Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

President Trump has plans to meet on Friday with China’s President Xi Jinping, and the two are expected to discuss the fate of the Chinese-owned social media platform. That means the deadline of Wednesday, Sept. 17, may pass before there’s a definitive resolution on the matter. The key question is whether ownership of TikTok will transfer to a US-based company. The platform could shut down temporarily in the US, as it has before, in accordance with a federal law passed last year. 

Bessent said on Monday that the two countries have reached a preliminary deal and «commercial terms have been agreed upon.»

Neither TikTok nor the Treasury Department responded immediately to requests for comment.

An agreement over TikTok has been complicated by ongoing trade warring between the US and China and a new ruling against US-based Nvidia. China claims Nvidia has violated anti-monopoly laws in that country. 

How many times has your iPhone charger snapped, leaving you with no way to power up your phone? Wireless chargers are a convenient way to make sure your devices are powered without the hassle of fumbling around with a cable. But Apple doesn’t bundle a MagSafe charger with its devices, so if you want the convenience, you’ll have to buy one separately. 

Right now, you can score a first-gen MagSafe charger for only $15 at Woot, which is a savings of 62% off the full price. However, this deal wraps up on Oct. 3 or when stock runs out, so don’t wait around too long if you want to snag one at this record-low price.

After plugging in your MagSafe charger, simply put your phone or other MagSafe-compatible device on top of the charger — that’s it. The magnets in the MagSafe charging system will align and wirelessly charge your device up to 15W. This works with Qi charging, too, so it can wirelessly charge your iPhone 8 or later and AirPods with a wireless charging case. 

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You can get Woot’s Apple MagSafe wireless chargers in bulk, too. Right now you’ll get one for $15, a two-pack for $28 or a three-pack for $40. The more you buy, the higher the percentage off. They also come with a 90-day Woot limited warranty and Prime members can get free standard shipping (because Woot is an Amazon company). 

Note that this is the first-gen MagSafe charger, not the 2024 second-gen model that bumped speeds to 25 watts. And Apple just introduced a 2025 version alongside the iPhone 17 that’s still 25 watts but now Qi2 certified, making it more future-proof with upcoming accessories.

Why this deal matters

Ordinarily, one MagSafe charger costs $39. With this deal, you can get three of those chargers for just $1 more, so you’re essentially getting three for the price of one. The timing isn’t random either — Apple is clearing out stock of its older MagSafe chargers to make room for the latest versions. If you don’t mind sticking with the earlier 15-watt model, this clearance prices makes it a compelling pick-up.

If you’ve been holding out for a phone upgrade, now’s the moment — and you don’t have to drop iPhone-level cash to get it. Samsung’s Galaxy S24 series is on sale at Woot with prices kicking off at $400. But there’s a catch.

These Galaxy S24 phones come in «like-new» condition, which means they’ve been gently used. According to Woot, they’ve been sourced from Samsung’s 15-day return program and thoroughly inspected to ensure quality. They won’t come in the original retail box, but you’ll still get a USB-C cable and SIM-ejector tool. The sale only runs through next Monday, Sept. 22, or until stock runs dry. Given that these are 2024 flagships, they might sell out quick, so get your order in soon if you’re interested.

The sale has already sold out of the base S24, but you can grab the S24 Plus from $400 and S24 Ultra from $550, with more options for higher storage. Whether you’re after big-screen daily use or Samsung’s powerhouse Ultra with its advanced cameras, this is a rare chance to pick up a premium device without the premium price tag.

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Spec-wise, the S24 Plus features a high-refresh-rate 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X display and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip. The S24 Ultra takes things further with a 6.8-inch display, titanium frame, improved cooling and a camera setup led by a 200-megapixel main sensor plus telephoto and ultrawide lenses. Battery capacity is at nearly 5,000 mAh on the S24 Plus and Ultra, too, and these models support both wired and wireless charging.

If these aren’t to your taste, take a look at our picks for the best Android smartphones for 2025. You’re sure to find something there. And for other discounted options, peruse our roundup of all the best phone deals happening now.

Why this deal matters

Because phones are expensive, having an option that’s nearly brand new but costs hundreds less makes a real difference. Opting for an older model is a great way to save some cash on an upgrade. You’re still getting much of what people chase when they buy top-tier devices without paying the full price.