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Win cool gadgets we can’t keep because The Verge has ethics

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Briefings

The Verge announced a new initiative to distribute unwanted tech gadgets to the public as part of its ethics policy. The program allows users to win items like robot toys and chargers through a contest, with winners receiving the devices. The initiative began in 2026 and is part of the Verge's broader commitment to returning items to their original owners or giving them away.

Key points

• The Verge's ethics policy explicitly states they do not accept, sell, or pass on items of value from companies or their PR firms.
• The Verge will distribute unwanted gadgets to the public via a contest, with winners receiving items such as robot toys and chargers.

Context

The Verge's new gadget giveaway program is a direct response to the common question of whether they keep the tech they film. The initiative is part of the Verge's broader commitment to returning items to their original owners or giving them away, starting in 2026.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single statement from The Verge regarding their ethics policy and the specific types of items they will distribute. The program details, contest rules, and specific dates are not provided in the source evidence.

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