Raspberry Pi built an AI camera with Sony
Raspberry Pi's new AI Camera is the product of a collaboration with Sony. The camera works with all Raspberry Pi computers.
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Samsung’s new 990 Evo Plus SSD is 50 percent faster than its predecessor
Samsung's 990 Evo Plus SSD is 50 percent faster than the 990 Evo. It also has PCle 4.0 and 5.0 support.
Read MoreHP's Print AI will offer a better way to print websites
HP's Print AI will offer a better way to print websites. It should work on any of the company's printers running on Windows 10 or Windows 11, with the appropriate drivers.
Read MoreSony’s latest Inzone monitors are made for FPS and PS5 gamers
Sony's new Inzone gaming monitors are now available. One of them is the result of a collaboration with Fnatic.
Read MoreLogitech MX Creative Console review: An affordable entry point into edit panels
Logitech's first branded control panel is the MX Creative Console, a $200 device that includes a keypad, dialpad and plugins for popular Adobe apps like Premiere Pro.
Read MoreElgato’s Stream Deck+ drops to a record low of $170 in this early Prime Day deal
Amazon has the Elgato Stream Deck+ for $30 off. Great for streamers or anyone who wants tactile shortcuts and dials, the Stream Deck+ drops from its usual $200 to $170.
Read MoreLogitech drops an analog keyboard and new Pro Superlight mice
Logitech reveals new Pro Superlight mice and an analog keyboard.
Read MoreElgato's latest Stream Deck is a $900 rackmount unit for pros
Elgato has introduced the Stream Deck Studio, a new version of its creative control tech that's firmly targeting professional broadcasters.
Read MoreApple's Find My finally comes to South Korea in 2025
Apple says it's finally bringing Find My tracking to South Korea in 2025. Any iPhone sold in the country has the network permanently disabled.
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AI (40)
ByteDance will reportedly use Huawei chips to train a new AI model
ByteDance will now use Huawei-made chips to train a new AI model.
Read MoreCalifornia Gov. Newsom vetoes bill SB 1047 that aims to prevent AI disasters
In his veto message on Sunday, Newsom said the bill's approach could 'give the public a false sense of security' about controlling AI.
Read MoreOpenAI reportedly plans to increase ChatGPT's price to $44 within five years
A new document distributors to investors shows that OpenAI wants to raise the monthly rates for its ChatGPT app.
Read MoreGoogle launches Gemini's contextual smart replies in Gmail
Google has started rolling out Gemini-generated smart replies for Gmail, which are more detailed and have more context than its old version of smart replies.
Read MoreFCC fines political consultant $6 million for deepfake robocalls
The FCC issued a hefty fine against political consultant Steve Kramer for sending fake robocalls of President Biden during the 2024 New Hampshire primary.
Read MoreAdvanced AI chatbots are less likely to admit they don’t have all the answers
Although AI models predictably get more accurate as they advance, they're also more likely to (wrongly) answer questions beyond their capabilities rather than saying, "I don't know." That's the conclusion from a team of AI researchers who analyzed chatbots from OpenAI and Meta.
Read MoreCTO Mira Murati is the latest leader to leave OpenAI
Mira Murati has departed OpenAI, where she had been the chief technology officer since 2018.
Read MoreDoNotPay 'robot lawyer' fined $193K by the FTC for not being a lawyer
The Federal Trade Commission is taking action against DoNotPay, alleging that the AI-powered company billing itself as "the world's first robot lawyer" failed to back its claims that it could replace human legal representation.
Read MoreNew report details OpenAI's plan to switch to for-profit mode
OpenAI is inching away from its non-profit model, a deal that would net CEO Sam Altman a hefty chunk of equity for the first time.
Read MoreMeta will use AI to create lip-synced translations of creators' Reels
Meta will use AI to dub creators' Reels into other languages with lip-sync. The company didn't announce when this tool will roll out to consumers.
Read MoreMeta’s AI chatbot will soon speak in the voices of John Cena and other celebrities
Meta has reportedly secured the rights to the voices of several celebrities for use in Meta AI.
Read MoreReddit is rolling out AI-powered translations to 35 countries
It's now available in France, Brazil and Spain.
Read MoreSpotify’s AI Playlists are rolling out for Premium users in the US
Spotify's beta AI Playlist feature is now available for Premium users in the US. The feature creates and refines custom playlists using text prompts.
Read MoreJony Ive confirms he’s working with Sam Altman on a secret project
In a profile by The New York Times that was published this weekend, Ive confirms his company LoveFrom is leading the design on an AI product being built with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.
Read MoreOpenAI staffers reportedly 'taken aback' by 'ominous' logo rebranding
OpenAI is changing its logo to a large black "O," Fortune says, and the company's own staff members reportedly find it ominous.
Read MoreMicrosoft plans to restart the Three Mile Island nuclear plant that narrowly avoided disaster
Microsoft is restarting a nuclear plant that partially melted down in 1979. It's keeping all of the energy for itself, because of the massive power needs of AI.
Read MoreThe iOS 18.1 public beta is here, bringing Apple Intelligence (almost) to the masses
Apple Intelligence is now a little more ready for primetime. If you have an iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max or iPhone 16, you can install the public beta of iOS 18.1 and check out some of Apple's generative AI tools.
Read MoreLionsgate signs a deal with the devil (an AI startup)
Surely this won't impact creators at all!
Read MoreApple confirms expanded language support for Apple Intelligence in 2025
Apple has announced expanded language support for Apple Intelligence. The AI tools will be available in German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese and Vietnamese in 2025. However, access will remain limited in the European Union and China for the time being.
Read MoreCalifornia passes landmark law requiring actors' permission for AI likenesses
California has passed a landmark AI regulation bill to protect performers' digital likenesses. Assembly Bill 2602 requires studios and other employers to get consent before using "digital replicas" of performers.
Read MoreHere’s how Google will start helping you figure out which images are AI generated
Google has detailed how it plans to start helping users figure out if an image was created or modified using generative AI tools.
Read MoreOpenAI's new safety board has more power and no Sam Altman
This move comes with a notable shift: CEO Sam Altman is no longer part of the safety committee, marking a departure from the previous structure.
Read MoreMicrosoft 365 Copilot users can collaborate with AI and each other in BizChat Pages
Now that we're a year beyond the MS 365 Copilot launch (at a costly $30 per seat), Microsoft is eager to throw more AI features at corporate drones.
Read MoreSlack AI will generate transcripts and notes from huddles
Salesforce has rolled out some new AI features for its business-focused Slack chat app designed to take over mundane chores like transcription.
Read MoreOpenAI is reportedly moving away from its complicated non-profit structure next year
Sam Altman has reportedly told OpenAI staff members that they're moving away from its non-profit structure.
Read MoreWhite House gets voluntary commitments from AI companies to curb deepfake porn
The White House released a statement today outlining commitments that several AI companies are making to curb the creation and distribution of image-based sexual abuse.
Read MoreOpenAI's new o1 model is slower, on purpose
The company said that o1's reasoning capabilities are significantly more advanced than previous models, a critical area where most current AI systems still falter.
Read MoreGoogle's AI notebook can generate a podcast about your notes
Google's latest update for its AI-powered research tool NotebookLM can turn the materials you want to pore over into a podcast-like audio discussion.
Read MoreNevada will use Google AI to process a backlog of unemployment cases
Nevada has a new helper in its quest to plow through a backlog of unemployment claims: Google AI. Gizmodo reports that the initiative will task a cloud-based AI model with analyzing appeals hearing transcripts and suggesting whether they should be approved.
Read MoreAdobe previews AI video tools that arrive later this year
On Wednesday, Adobe premiered Firefly AI video generation tools that will arrive in beta later this year. Like many things related to AI, the examples are equal parts mesmerizing and terrifying as the company slowly integrates tools built to automate much of the creative work its prized user base is paid for today.
Read MoreUS senators urge regulators to probe potential AI antitrust violations
The US government is starting to notice the potentially negative effects of generative AI on areas like journalism and content creation.
Read MoreApple Intelligence for iPhone, iPad and Mac arrives in October
Apple Intelligence is coming next month.
Read MoreApple invents its own version of Google Lens called Visual Intelligence
With just a click, Visual Intelligence can identify objects, provide information, and offer actions based on what you point it at.
Read MoreThe US, UK, EU and other major nations have signed a landmark global AI treaty
The treaty focuses on three main areas: protecting human rights, including privacy and preventing discrimination, safeguarding democracy, and upholding the rule of law.
Read MoreYouTube is making tools to detect face and voice deepfakes
YouTube is developing new tools to protect artists and creators from unauthorized use of their likenesses. The company said on Thursday that new tech to detect AI-generated content using a person's face or singing voice is in the pipeline, with pilot programs starting early next year.
Read MoreGoogle’s Gemini-powered photo search arrives in early access
The improved search for more descriptive Google Photos queries begins rolling out today. In addition, Ask Photos, the Gemini-powered chatbot that lets you get even more specific in your photo searches, is launching in early access for select users in the US.
Read MoreZillow enhanced its AI search feature, so now you can sadly stare at even more overpriced homes
Zillow enhanced its AI search feature, so now you can sadly stare at even more overpriced homes. The update allows for conversational queries regarding commute distance and more.
Read MoreNVIDIA is reportedly in the spotlight of the DoJ's AI antitrust probe
DOJ subpoenas NVIDIA as part of antitrust probe regarding AI hardware. The government is trying to figure out if the company "penalizes buyers that don't exclusively use its artificial intelligence chips."
Read MoreMicrosoft is sharing Copilot's 'next phase' in a September 16 livestream
Catch the event on Linkedin.
Read MoreCopilot+ features are coming in November to AI PCs powered by Intel and AMD’s latest chips
Qualcomm's exclusivity period on Copilot+ PCs is winding down. Microsoft confirmed on Tuesday that Intel and AMD's latest AI chips will get Microsoft's AI features in a software update later this year.
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Apple event live updates on iPhone 16 launch, iOS 18, Apple Watch 10, AirPods 4, Apple Intelligence and more
Live updates from the September 2024 event at Apple Park.
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Apps (14)
Epic is suing Google and Samsung for making it too hard to download Fortnite
Epic Games is suing Google and Samsung over the latter's Auto Blocker feature making installing Epic Games Store difficult.
Read MoreZillow is adding climate risk data to all US for-sale listings
Zillow has announced a new partnership to bring climate risk information to its for-sale listings in the US.
Read MoreStrava makes it easier to keep your activity data private
Quick Edit also lets you customize activity titles and upload media.
Read MorePokémon Sleep now supports smartwatches for more accurate tracking
Pokémon Sleep now supports smartwatches and Spotify. The former could allow for more accurate tracking.
Read MoreTelegram will now provide IP addresses and phone numbers in response to legal requests
Telegram will now provide users' IP addresses and phone numbers if the company receives legal requests.
Read MoreGoogle passkeys can now sync across devices on multiple platforms
Chrome passkeys now sync securely across devices. Previously, users could only save passkeys to the Google Password Manager on Android.
Read MoreSubstack, a newsletter service, is now also a live video company
Substack is adding a live video component to its newsletter service. In its announcement post, the company positioned this feature as providing real-time audience engagement for creators.
Read MoreFlappy Bird's creator wants you to know he's got nothing to do with the new version
The creator, Dong Nguyen, took the game offline in early 2014.
Read MoreGoogle Wallet is testing turning passports into digital IDs
Google Wallet's newest feature can make a digital ID out of your passport that can be used at some TSA checkpoints.
Read MoreMeta scraped every Australian user's account to train its AI
Meta scrapes all the photos and texts in all Facebook and Instagram posts in Australia since 2007, unless the user had set their posts to private, Meta's global privacy director Melinda Claybaugh admitted.
Read MoreMeta shares how WhatsApp and Messenger will interact with other messaging apps in the EU
Meta is sharing how interoperability with third-party chat apps would work on WhatsApp and Messenger in Europe.
Read MoreTelegram will allow users to report illegal content in private chats
Telegram has quietly edited its FAQs to remove language stating that it doesn't moderate private and group chats, as reported by CoinDesk.
Read MoreSnap is testing a less confusing version of its app
Snap CEO Evan Spiegel has revealed the existence of an experimental Snapchat app in a lengthy blog post.
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Duolingo, best known as a language learning app, now makes a piano
Duolingo, which is best known as a language learning app, just announced a piano. It's a partnership with Loog and integrates with the app's music courses.
Read MoreRoland just released an (almost) pocket-sized sampler with a built-in mic
Roland just released an (almost) pocket-sized sampler with a built-in mic. The Aira P-6 also includes a sequencer, granular synthesis and plenty of effects.
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Big Tech (37)
Reddit policy changes make sitewide protests nearly impossible
Reddit changes the rules to make sitewide protests much more difficult. Moderators will now have to get admin approval when switching a subreddit from public to private or when adding a NSFW tag.
Read MoreDirecTV to acquire rival Dish Network for $1, subject to regulatory approval
DirecTV to acquire rival Dish Network, subject to regulatory approval. Regulators shut down a similar merger in 2002.
Read MoreJudge rejects Apple’s last-minute request for a deadline extension in Epic case
Apple tried at the last second to get out of producing a trove of documents by Monday as it was ordered to in its ongoing dispute with Epic, and was denied by Magistrate Judge Thomas Hixson.
Read MoreMeta fined $102 million for storing passwords in plain text
The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) has fined Meta €91 million for a 2019 incident wherein the company stored millions of Facebook and Instagram passwords in plain text.
Read MoreApple Store employees in Oklahoma City ratify their first union contract
Employees at an Apple Store in Oklahoma City's Penn Square Mall have voted to ratify their first collectively-bargained contract.
Read MoreGoogle files EU antitrust complaint against Microsoft
Google filed a complaint with the European Commission against Microsoft on Wednesday. It accused Microsoft of making it difficult for cloud customers to move their work from Azure to other providers.
Read MoreMozilla faces a privacy complaint over Firefox's tracking
Noyb has previously gone after Microsoft, Meta and more.
Read MoreFTX advisor and Alameda CEO Caroline Ellison gets two years in prison
The former advisor and ex-girlfriend of Sam Bankman-Fried testified against the FTX co-founder before receiving her sentence.
Read MoreVisa slapped with a DOJ antitrust lawsuit
Visa is accused of running a monopoly that prevents competitors like PayPal and Stripe from competing in debit markets.
Read MoreQualcomm is reportedly eyeing a takeover of Intel
Qualcomm has reportedly expressed an interest in taking over Intel "in recent days," according to a new report in The Wall Street Journal.
Read MoreSweeping FTC study finds that social media sites engage in ‘vast surveillance’ of its users
Sweeping FTC study finds that social media sites engage in 'vast surveillance' of its users. This includes children and teens.
Read MoreThe EU gives Apple six months to make cross-device interoperability easier
The European Commission plans to come up with its own measures that Apple has to follow to ensure interoperability if it doesn't want to pay huge fines.
Read MoreReport: Google offered to sell AdX to end EU antitrust suit
In an effort to quell monopoly concerns in the EU, Google reportedly offered to sell its AdX advertising marketplace, sources have told Reuters.
Read MoreGoogle wins appeal against $1.7 billion EU fine for 'abusive' advertising practices
European Union's General Court sided with Google in its appeal against a $1.7 billion EU antitrust fine over its ad practices.
Read MoreMeta could face massive EU fines over Marketplace competition
The report comes as a new antitrust commissioner has been announced.
Read MoreZynga says it will fight $45 million fine for infringing decades-old IBM patents
A court ruled last week that gaming company Zynga infringed on IBM patents dating back to the pre-internet telecom platform Prodigy in the 1980s.
Read MoreAmazon accused of deceptive 'sales' of its own products in lawsuit
Amazon gets slapped with a lawsuit accusing it of deceptive pricing practices. The suit alleges that the company misled shoppers by showing inflated prices for Fire TVs.
Read MoreHundreds of Amazon drivers in NYC join the Teamsters union
Third-party delivery drivers working out of an Amazon warehouse in New York City have joined the Teamsters union in the hope of obtaining better pay and working conditions.
Read MoreFormer MoviePass CEO reportedly pleads guilty to securities fraud
Mitch Lowe, one of two MoviePass execs indicted by the Justice Department in 2022, has pleaded guilty to securities fraud charges. The former MoviePass CEO admitted to conspiring to deceive the public and investors about the service's sustainability.
Read MoreGoogle announces deal with direct-air capture startup to remove carbon emissions
Google announced that it has entered a partnership with Holocene to support its direct-air capture technology for collecting and removing carbon dioxide emissions from the atmosphere.
Read MoreApple ordered to pay back its illegal $14.4 billion Irish tax break
Europe's highest court ruled that Apple must pay back its €13 billion ($14.4 billion) Irish tax break deemed illegal by the EU Commission way back in 2016.
Read MoreGoogle loses its seven-year fight against $2.7 billion EU antitrust fine
Google has lost a seven-year battle with the European Commission as the EU's highest court upheld a $2.7 billion antitrust fine against the search giant.
Read MoreAn Apple Store in Oklahoma City is close to approving an union agreement for its workers
Employees of the Apple Store in Oklahoma City have reached a tentative labor agreement.
Read MoreYouTube terminates five right-wing channels linked to the DOJ’s Russia indictments
YouTube confirmed its termination of five right-wing political channels connected to the Department of Justice's Russia-linked US media indictments this week. The platform pulled the channel of Tenet Media, widely believed to be the unnamed company named in the indictment.
Read MoreUK watchdog claims Google’s ad tech practices are harming competition
Google is facing more scrutiny over its ad tech practices, this time from a UK competition watchdog.
Read MoreMicrosoft joins coalition to scrub revenge and deepfake porn from Bing
Microsoft announced it has partnered with StopNCII to help remove non-consensual intimate images — including deepfakes — from its Bing search engine.
Read MoreNew Mexico sues Snap over its alleged failure to protect kids from sextortion schemes
New Mexico's attorney general has sued Snap over its alleged failure to protect children from sextortion, sexual exploitation and other harms on Snapchat.
Read MoreUK competition watchdog opens Ticketmaster probe after Oasis ticket debacle
The UK's competition regulator is looking into whether Ticketmaster broke consumer law over its use of dynamic pricing for Oasis tickets.
Read MoreUS charges Russian state media employees over a social media influence scheme
The US government is taking action to clamp down on Russian propaganda and disinformation ahead of November's general election.
Read MoreThe US government may be preparing to investigate internet retail giants like Shein and Temu
The Consumer Product Safety Commission wants to question the operations of online discount retailers like Shein and Temu.
Read MoreVerizon is reportedly near a deal to buy broadband provider Frontier Communications
Verizon is reportedly near a deal to buy fiber provider Frontier Communications. An announcement could come as early as this week, provided discussions don't "hit any last-minute snags."
Read MoreThe Internet Archive loses its appeal of ebook copyright case ruling
The Internet Archive lost an appeal to a federal court ruling that found it violated the copyright of book publishers with its online library of ebooks.
Read MoreX won't train Grok on EU users' public posts
X has committed to no longer using public posts from EU users to train its Grok chatbot.
Read MoreElon Musk's Starlink will comply with the Brazil X ban after all
Starlink told Brazil's telecom agency it won't comply with an order to block X in the country until officials unfreeze its local bank accounts.
Read MoreHP is seeking up to $4 billion from Mike Lynch’s estate
The company won a civil lawsuit again Mike Lynch in 2022.
Read MoreSocial media companies can’t be forced to block teens from seeing ‘harmful’ content, judge rules
A federal judge has ruled that social media companies can't be required to block certain types of content from teens.
Read MoreThe UK government will investigate Ticketmaster's dynamic pricing model after Oasis chaos
The UK government said it will investigate dynamic pricing after Oasis ticket costs skyrocketed on Ticketmaster.
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Walmart Holiday Deals: Get Google hardware discounts now, more tech deals start October 8
We've got the scoop on everything you need to know about Walmart's competing Prime Day sale, plus amazing discounts to shop right now.
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Cameras (4)
Fujifilm GFX100S II review: Outstanding performance at a reduced price
Fujifilm's GFX100S II is a big improvement over the original GFX100S and offers the same picture quality as the GFX100 II for $2,500 less.
Read MoreDJI launches the Action 5 Pro camera with subject tracking and improved video
DJI has been chipping away at GoPro's action cam dominance and just took a big step in that direction with the launch of the Action 5 Pro.
Read MoreDJI Neo hands-on: A powerful and lightweight $200 drone
DJI has just unveiled the Neo, its much-leaked $200 drone aimed at content creators and casual users.
Read MoreThe GoPro Hero 13’s biggest upgrades are on the outside
GoPro's latest action cam offers more versatility and features aimed at high-level users who've probably owned a GoPro or two for years. GPS is back, the battery is bigger, and slow-motion capture and other features have been upgraded, but the big news might be outside of the camera unit itself.
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Computing (11)
AMD's latest updates address 9000X desktop CPU performance issues
AMD has addressed performance issues on Ryzen 9000-series processors with several new updates.
Read MoreMicrosoft explains how it's tackling security and privacy for Recall
Microsoft offered up more details about Recall's security and privacy measures.
Read MoreIntel reportedly rebuffed an offer from ARM to buy its product unit
Intel's fortunes have declined so rapidly over the past year that UK-based chip designer ARM inquired about buying its crown jewel product unit.
Read MoreGalaxy Tab S10 Ultra hands-on: AI arrives on Samsung's premium Android tablet
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S10+ and S10 Ultra feel as thin and premium as always, while the new AI features are nice to see.
Read MoreIntel rolls out another fix for its CPU voltage issues
Intel has determined four scenarios that could cause voltage instability in its Core 13th and 14th gen processors. It has released another microcode patch to fix it.
Read MoremacOS Sequoia review: iPhone mirroring is more useful than you think
MacOS Sequoia is the rare Mac update you should install immediately, especially if you're an iPhone user.
Read MoreiFixit wants to fix the soldering iron
iFixit has made a smart soldering iron to improve everyone's repair work.
Read MoreGoogle searches now link to the Internet Archive
Google searches now allow users to use the Wayback Machine with a few clicks in the latest collaboration between Google and the Internet Archive.
Read MoreIntel’s next-gen chip manufacturing process reportedly hits snag after failing crucial tests
Intel's next-gen chip manufacturing process hits snag after reportedly failing crucial tests. Broadcom found that the technique isn't quite ready for high-volume production.
Read MoreCheaper Copilot+ PCs are coming with Qualcomm's 8-core Snapdragon X Plus chip
Qualcomm is moving to make AI PCs more affordable. Following the company's 12-core Snapdragon X Elite and 10-core X Plus, it unveiled an eight-core version of the Snapdragon X Plus on Wednesday. The chip includes the same Hexagon neural processing unit (NPU) from the higher-end variants.
Read MoreApple reportedly plans to drop USB-A ports with the M4 Mac mini and is working on a low-end Magic Keyboard
Apple's M4 Mac mini will boast a ton of ports, but not a single one of them will be USB-A, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Apple is also reportedly working on a cheaper, pared down version of its Magic Keyboard
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Cybersecurity (8)
Three men charged in connection with the Trump campaign hack
Masoud Jalili, Seyyed Ali Aghamiri and Yasar Balaghi face charges in the US in connection with the hacking of President Trump's presidential campaign.
Read MoreThe Arc browser that lets you customize websites had a serious vulnerability
The Arc browser's 'Boosts' feature would've allowed bad actors to edit a website and add a malicious payload that their target could download to their computer.
Read MoreDiscord is rolling out end-to-end encryption for voice and video calls
Discord is rolling out new end-to-end encryption for both audio and video calls on its platform.
Read More23andMe will pay $30 million to settle 2023 data breach lawsuit
23andMe is close to settling a proposed class action lawsuit filed against the company over a data breach that compromised 6.9 million users' information.
Read MoreChrome's latest safety update will be more proactive about protecting you
Safety Check has a few new updates.
Read MoreYubiKey vulnerability will let attackers clone the authentication device
NinjaLab, a security research company, has discovered a vulnerability that would allow bad actors to clone YubiKeys.
Read MoreBitcoin ATM scams have cost Americans over $10 million per month this year
The Federal Trade Commission has published a report that aims to warn people about Bitcoin ATM (or BTM) scams, which have apparently increased tenfold from 2020 to 2023.
Read MoreClearview faces a €30.5 million for violating the GDPR
The company is accused of illegally obtaining photos to hold in a facial recognition database.
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Deals (37)
Amazon's Fire HD 10 tablet drops to a record-low price ahead of October Prime Day
The base Fire HD 10 has dropped back down to its lowest price to date. You can snap up one of Amazon's tablets for $75 ahead of the October edition of Prime Day.
Read MoreIt's the last day to get three months of Disney+ Basic for only $6
Save 75 percent on three months of Disney+ with this deal that gives you access to the service for $2/month.
Read MoreApple's silicone MagSafe iPhone 16 cases are 14 percent off in this early Prime Day deal
Apple's silicone MagSafe iPhone 16 cases are 14 percent off in this early Prime Day deal. That brings the price down to $42.
Read MoreEarly Prime Day deal bundles a free $30 gift card with the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds
If you're interested in picking up a pair of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds, you may as well opt for this bundle, which includes a free $30 Amazon gift card.
Read MoreGet $20 off Google's new 4th-gen Nest Learning Thermostat
Get $20 off Google's new 4th-gen Nest Learning Thermostat. This brings the price down to $260.
Read MoreApple's AirPods 4 are already on sale in this early Prime Day deal
Shop discounts on both the ANC and standard models.
Read MoreiRobot's Roomba Combo Essential with self-emptying base is $170 off right now
iRobot's Roomba Combo Essential with self-emptying base is $170 off right now. This brings the price down to $280.
Read MoreThe Nintendo Switch OLED model is $50 off right now
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom will be released later this week.
Read MorePrime Day deals include three free months of Amazon Music Unlimited for new users
Amazon Music Unlimited is free for three months to those who haven't used it before. Prime members who are newcomers to the service get an additional month of access at no extra cost.
Read MoreEarly Prime Day deals include our favorite microSD card for 64 percent off
Get it right now for $54 off its sticker price.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch Ultra 2 drops to a record-low price ahead of October Prime Day
You can get the Ultra 2 for $689.
Read MoreEarly Prime Day deals include the Pixel Buds A-Series for only $64
Google's Pixel Buds A-Series earbuds have dropped down to just $64 from their normal price of $99 in an early Prime Day deal on Amazon.
Read MoreEarly Prime Day deals include this Anker 10K magnetic power bank for only $40
Get the power bank for half off its sticker price.
Read MoreAmazon announces the return of Prime Big Deal Days on October 8 and 9
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days is back this October; here's everything we know about the sale event so far.
Read MoreApple's M3 iMac is down to a record-low price ahead of October Prime Day
You can pick up the iMac for $1,100.
Read MoreGet one year of Dashlane Premium password manager for only $39
Get one year of Dashlane Premium password manager for only $39. That's a discount of more than $20.
Read MoreEarly Prime Day deals include the Echo Show 5 plus a smart light bulb for only $60
Early Prime Day deals include the Echo Show 5 plus a smart light bulb for only $60. The same combo with an Echo Show 8 is $105.
Read MoreApple's 13-inch M2 iPad Air is back on sale for $720
The 13-inch M2 iPad Air has dropped by $79 to $520. That's close to a record-low price.
Read More8BitDo's Ultimate C controller is cheaper than it was on Prime Day at only $15
Get it for 25 percent off its sticker price.
Read MoreOne of our top MagSafe-compatible power banks is 40 percent off, plus the rest of this week's best tech deals
Here are the best deals from this week on the tech we've reviewed and tested.
Read MoreAnker's 3-in-1 MagSafe foldable charging station drops back down to its Prime Day price
Anker's 3-in-1 MagSafe foldable charging station drops to $88. It's 20 percent off now and its Prime Day price isn't exclusive anymore.
Read MoreRoomba robot vacuums are up to $620 off right now
Roomba robot vacuums are up to $620 off right now. This includes the j9+ combo model for $780.
Read MoreOne of our favorite MagSafe power banks is 40 percent off right now
One of our favorite MagSafe power banks is 40 percent off right now. This Baseus 30W model is down to $28, which is a record low.
Read MoreAmazon discounts the Apple 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro below its Prime Day price
Apple's 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro is cheaper than it was on Prime Day. The 8GB/512GB model is on sale for $1,300.
Read MoreThese Anker earbuds we love are cheaper than they were during Prime Day
Get them for 40 percent off their sticker price.
Read MoreDisney+ Basic is only $6 for three months in this limited-time deal
You can save big on a Disney+ subscription if you can live with some ads. New and returning customers can get a Disney+ Basic (with ads) subscription for $2 monthly for three months.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch Ultra 2 is cheaper now than it was during Amazon Prime Day
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 drops below its Prime Day price. It's down to $689, which is a savings of $110.
Read MoreOne of our favorite Samsung tablets is back on sale for close to its Prime Day price
Get it for $170 direct from Samsung or on Amazon.
Read MoreAmazon's Fire HD 8 tablet is more than half off and close to its Prime Day price
Amazon's Fire HD 8 tablet is more than half off and close to its Prime Day price. At $60, it's only $5 more than it was during Amazon Prime Day in July.
Read MoreApple's black Magic Mouse drops to $85 in a rare deal
Apple's black Magic Mouse drops to $85 in a rare deal. It's $15 off, though the white one is still cheaper.
Read MoreA four-pack of Apple's AirTags falls back to $75, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include an Apple AirTags four-pack for $75, the Sonos Roam 2 for $143 and discounts on microSD cards and mechanical keyboards we recommend.
Read MoreThis Anker 5K power bank for iPhones is cheaper than ever
This Anker 5K power bank for iPhones is cheaper than ever. It's down to just $18.
Read MoreFubo TV streaming plans are $30 off for the first month right now
All plans of Fubo's live TV streaming service are on sale for $30 off for the first month.
Read MoreOur favorite smart plug drops to only $35 for a four-pack
Turn your light switch on and off from afar.
Read MoreElgato's Stream Deck Neo is 15 percent off right now
Elgato's Stream Deck Neo is a super useful and flexible desktop controller that can trigger custom PC and Mac shortcuts. It can be yours for $85.
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle is back on sale at its Prime Day price
The standard Amazon Kindle is once again available for 15 percent off.
Read MoreThe best Labor Day tech sales you can still get from Apple, Amazon, Samsung and more
These are the best Labor Day sales on tech you can get this year, as curated by Engadget editors.
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Entertainment (13)
What to read this weekend: The history of overhyped tech, and a new graphic novel from Charles Burns
New releases in fiction, nonfiction and comics that caught our attention.
Read MoreNew California law will force companies to admit you don't own digital content
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 2426, a new law that requires digital marketplaces to make clearer to customers when they are only purchasing a license to access media.
Read MoreWarner Bros. Discovery teams up with Google to generate captions using AI
Warner Bros. Discovery is using Google Cloud AI tech to generate captions for its programming.
Read MoreWhat to read this weekend: A house haunted by AI and the mysterious murder of a superhero
New releases in fiction, nonfiction and comics that caught our attention.
Read MoreHere's what a TV show based on Untitled Goose Game could have been like
There were hopes to turn Untitled Goose Game into a TV show at one point. A proof-of-concept video shows what that might have looked like.
Read MoreAmazon joins the Motion Picture Association, highlighting its power in Hollywood
Amazon's growing foothold in the entertainment industry is impossible to ignore. The company is joining the Motion Picture Association, Hollywood's top lobbying group, as its seventh member.
Read MoreOprah buys back her Apple TV+ documentary to lock it away
She ended a deal with Apple TV+ in 2022.
Read MoreShogun and The Bear win big for Disney at the Emmys
Shogun and The Bear won big at the 76th Emmys.
Read MoreWhat to read this weekend: Cosmic horror sci-fi, and the quest to understand how life began
Psychological and cosmic horror, plus the quest to understand how (and where) life happens.
Read MoreA Minecraft Movie trailer gives us our first look at Jason Momoa and Jack Black ahead of its 2025 release
It's finally coming to theaters.
Read MoreMLB’s virtual ballpark returns for four regular-season games in September
Major League Baseball's virtual ballpark is back. Like a metaverse experience for traditional (non-VR) devices, it lets you watch real-time 3D reenactments of games in virtual environments with other fans. MLB will host interactive watch parties in the environment for select games each Wednesday in September.
Read MoreDisney cuts DirecTV customers' access to ABC, ESPN and more
Disney and DirecTV failed to reach a licensing agreement.
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Gaming (42)
Sea of Stars’ free Dawn of Equinox update arrives in November
The first of two Sea of Stars content updates for the next year has an official release date. The free Dawn of Equinox update, which adds a co-op mode, new combat and other features, arrives on November 12 on all platforms.
Read MoreValve cuts binding arbitration from its Steam user agreement
Steam updates some of the legal parts of its service agreement.
Read MoreBlizzard is trying to make a StarCraft shooter again (for the third time)
Blizzard is trying to make a StarCraft shooter again (for the third time). It's being helmed by Dan Hay, who was behind some of the best Far Cry entries.
Read MoreGoogle and Roblox teamed up on a weird game to teach kids about internet safety
Google and Roblox teamed up for a weird game to teach kids internet safety. It's called Be Internet Awesome World and ignores the many complaints about child safety levied at Roblox.
Read MoreAssassin's Creed Shadows is delayed until February 14
You'll need to wait an extra three months to play Assassin's Creed Shadows. It's now coming out on February 14 to give Ubisoft extra time to polish the game and squish bugs.
Read MoreHow to watch Xbox's Toyko Game Show livestream
It will be available on Toyko Game Show's YouTube channel.
Read MoreThe Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver games have been remastered and will arrive on December 10
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered will be available for modern consoles and PCs.
Read MoreHorizon Zero Dawn Remastered arrives October 31 on PS5 and PC
A remastered version of Horizon Zero Dawn will be available on October 31, and fans who already have the original game can upgrade for $10.
Read MoreLego Horizon Adventures hits PS5, PC and Switch on November 14
Lego Horizon Adventures now has a release date. Aloy's family-friendly outing is coming to PS5, PC and Nintendo Switch on November 14.
Read MoreSAG-AFTRA strikes against League of Legends over voiceover company actions
SAG-AFTRA has called a strike against the video game League of Legends. Under this action, any union voice actors must cease working on the popular MOBA from Riot Games.
Read MoreBehaviour Interactive snaps up Darkest Dungeon developer Red Hook Studios
Dead by Daylight publisher Behaviour Interactive is continuing to expand. It has acquired Darkest Dungeon developer Red Hook Studio.
Read MoreTales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game is now due out in March 2025
Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game is now due out in March 2025. The cozy sim blends Animal Crossing, Stardew Valley and other titles in the genre.
Read MoreIndie classic To the Moon comes to Xbox Series X/S and PS5 October 8
The emotional 2011 indie game To the Moon will soon be playable on Xbox Series X/S and PS5. There's also a new installment in the series — a short called Just a To the Moon Series Beach Episode that offers one of the series' endings.
Read MoreMonument Valley 3 breaks the series' old boundaries by adding a sailboat
Netflix provided a look at its upcoming slate of games during its Geeked Week event. The company revealed more details about Monument Valley 3, as well as its Squid Game title and more.
Read MoreGet a good gawp at Ghostface’s fatality and some new animalities for MK1
The new trailer for Mortal Kombat 1's Khaos Reigns add-on shows the first fatality for Ghostface from Scream and the new animalities.
Read MoreWatch the Game Devs of Color Expo Direct livestream here at 4PM ET
The Game Devs of Color Expo 2024 kicks off on Wednesday. Now in its ninth year, the event celebrates and highlights the game industry's creators of color. You can watch here at 4PM ET on Wednesday.
Read MoreThe Dead by Deadlight co-op shooter spinoff has been officially canceled
The Dead by Deadlight co-op shooter spinoff is officially dead. It seems like early player tests didn't go well.
Read MoreAfter a 15-year hiatus, a new Skate game is coming in 2025
EA announced the new Skate game is headed to consoles and PC next year.
Read MoreA Sims movie from Amazon MGM Studios is on the way
The Sims is coming to the big screen after EA confirmed Amazon MGM Studios is working on an adaptation. The publisher also provided some updates on the future of the games.
Read MorePS1 gem Tomba! is still a wild ride nearly 20 years later
Tomba! Special Edition is now available digitally for PS5, Nintendo Switch and PC thanks to a rerelease from Limited Run Games.
Read More8BitDo’s latest mod kit will make your old GameCube controller wireless and Switch compatible
A new, $26 solderless mod kit from 8BitDo can transform your old GameCube controller into a wireless Bluetooth device that works with Nintendo Switch and Android.
Read MoreTales of the Shire, a cozy life sim with Hobbits, has been delayed until 2025
Tales of the Shire, a cozy life sim with Hobbits, has been delayed until 2025. There's a developer's showcase coming on September 22.
Read MoreHollowbody fills the void left by PS2 survival horror games
Hollowbody is an homage to the PlayStation 2-era survival horror classics, but with a tech-noir spin.
Read MoreEU complaint urges action on confusing in-game currencies
A European consumer watchdog has filed a complaint against Epic Games, Electronic Arts, Roblox and other game publishers over deceptive in-game currency practices.
Read MoreAnnapurna's entire video game team has reportedly left the company
The whole Annapurna Interactive team has left the company after its executives walked out, according to Bloomberg.
Read MoreAn artist says Nerf’s Destiny 2 hand cannon is a ripoff of their work
Nerf's Destiny 2 "Ace of Spades" limited edition blaster looks very similar to an artist's piece of fan art.
Read MoreUnity dumps the runtime fee that caused a developer revolt
Unity is ditching a controversial fee it was charging developers in a bid to rebuild trust with them.
Read MoreFlappy Bird is finally returning, 10 years after its demise
This is not a drill: the original mobile gaming sensation Flappy Bird is coming back.
Read MoreSomeone discovered a new cheat code for the 27-year-old Saturn port of Doom
A new Doom cheat code was discovered in the Sega Saturn version of the game that lets you see through walls (sort of).
Read MoreThe new Carmen Sandiego game will let you play as Carmen Sandiego
Play as Carmen Sandiego in Netflix, GameLoft and HarperCollins' new Carmen Sandiego game set for release in 2025.
Read MoreAnalogue's latest limited edition Pocket consoles are inspired by the Game Boy Color
Analogue's latest limited editions of its Pocket handheld console are based on the Game Boy Color's shell colors.
Read MoreHere's Bungie's roadmap for Destiny 2
Bungie has revealed its roadmap for Destiny 2 on the franchise's 10h anniversary.
Read MorePerennial Order is a stunning 2D Soulslike filled with plant monsters that’ll kill you in one hit
Gardenfiend Games' Perennial Order is a 2D boss rush game that pulls inspiration from Dark Souls, Princess Mononoke and the art style of Magic: The Gathering. It's available now for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Read MoreThe best puzzle games for 2024
These are the best puzzle games you can play right now, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Read MoreBalatro is coming to mobile, and it’s going to ruin my life
Beware: The most addictive game of 2024 is coming to a device that's always within reach. Balatro, a clever combination of poker, deck-building and roguelikes, will arrive on iOS (standalone and Apple Arcade) and Android later this month.
Read MoreYou can finally fish in No Man's Sky as its Aquarius update rolls out today
No Man's Sky 'Aquarius' adds a fishing mechanic to the game.
Read MoreDraftKings gets slapped with fine for online slots that paid zilch
Connecticut issued fines to DraftKings and White Hat Gaming for operating an online slot machine that did not issue the payment percentage they promised their players.
Read MoreValve hires key employees from Risk of Rain developer
Hopoo Games' co-founders and other staff members are joining Valve.
Read MoreResident Evil mobile ports now require an online check-in before you can play
Several mobile ports of Resident Evil games now require an internet connection when starting the app.
Read MoreNYT Connections bot uses AI to highlight each day’s top mistakes
A new bot will tell you just how well or poorly you're doing at Connections, a New York Times word game. The bot also uses AI to deduce players' thought processes for failed guesses.
Read MoreThank Goodness You’re Here is a vibrant, funny, unashamedly silly game
Thank Goodness You're Here is a vibrant, silly game based in the fictional northern-England town called Barnsworth, which is definitely 80 percent Barnsley, 20 percent plausible deniability. It's also actually, truly, funny.
Read MoreElectrolight is a short and sweet Playdate adventure game about branching out
Electrolight is a charming short adventure game in which you play as a gleam of light trying to find your way out of a computer to experience the world.
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Google (3)
Google Maps will flag businesses with potentially fake reviews
Google also removes the fradulent reviews.
Read MoreGoogle Earth will show historical imagery dating back to World War II
Google Earth images are also getting the AI treatment.
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Laptops (13)
ASUS Zenbook S14 review: A showpiece for Intel’s Lunar Lake AI PC chips
The Zenbook S 14, powered by Intel's new Lunar Lake chips, is an attractive ultraportable that's ready to tackle AI-infused features. It's an incredible value, especially with an OLED screen, and it offers stunning battery life.
Read MoreHP’s Omnibook Ultra Flip 14-inch is its first 2-in-1 AI PC
On Tuesday, HP unveiled its first 2-in-1 "Next Gen AI" PC, the OmniBook Ultra Flip 14-inch. The device has a 3K OLED display, a haptic touchpad and an AI chip from Intel.
Read MoreLenovo’s Auto Twist concept laptop has a lid that can swivel and bow down at your command
Lenovo's latest wacky laptop idea is one with a motorized hinge that lets it swivel around and bow down on its own.
Read MoreLenovo announces new Aura edition laptops
Lenovo is announcing many new laptops, including two Aura Edition models with improved accessibility.
Read MoreHonor’s new laptop has a detachable webcam
Honor's new 14-inch MacBook Air rival has a detachable webcam for a cleaner display setup.
Read MoreASUS introduces six new Copilot+ PC laptops
ASUS unveiled a large collection of new Copilot+ PC laptops at IFA 2024, bringing AI power to several of its product lines.
Read MoreAcer expands Swift line with four new AI laptops
Acer's Swift line of laptops now has four new models with AI functionality.
Read MoreThe Acer Nitro V 16 gaming laptop now comes in an Intel flavor
Acer has refreshed its Nitro V 16 gaming laptop with Intel CPUs and introduced an all-new 14.5-inch version.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 Windows Copilot+ laptop supports Android AI features
Samsung has launched its new line of Galaxy Book5 laptops with the Pro 360, a Copilot+ enabled Windows 11 PC with Intel's latest Core 2 CPU and Arc GPU.
Read MoreMicrosoft brings 5G to its latest Surface Pros for Business
Today, the company announced that 5G versions of the Surface Pro 10 and Surface Pro (Copilot+) for Business will be available on September 26.
Read MoreDell brings Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Plus to Inspiron and Latitude laptops
Dell revealed details for new models in its Inspiron and Latitude laptop lines at IFA 2024. Both new machines will have Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Plus processors.
Read MoreDell's XPS 13 gets its third update in a year with Intel's Core Ultra 200V
If you need another sign that it's a very strange year for PC hardware, consider Dell's latest XPS 13 revision with Intel's just-announced Core Ultra 200V processors.
Read MoreIntel's Core Ultra 200V chips aim for AI PC dominance
Intel's Core Ultra 200V chips, AKA Lunar Lake, are arriving on September 24th.
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Mobile (12)
VR hit Walkabout Mini Golf is getting a mobile edition
Walkabout Mini-Golf is releasing a "Pocket Version" on October 10 for iOS devices.
Read MoreThe Google Photos video editor is getting AI, because of course it is
Google Photos' newest features including better video editing, new speed controls and a new AI-powered color enhancer.
Read MoreApple has released iOS 18 to install but is your iPhone compatible? Here are the eligible devices and new features
You might not get to download the new iOS 18 or experience Apple Intelligence. We'll explain which iPhones are getting left out this year.
Read MoreMore electronic devices reportedly exploded in Lebanon a day after coordinated pager attack
An attack in Lebanon on Tuesday reportedly killed eight people and injured over 2,700 — with hundreds of pagers belonging to Hezbollah members detonating simultaneously.
Read MoreiPhone 16 vs. iPhone 16 Pro: Specs and features compared side by side
Is Apple's iPhone 16 good enough or should you upgrade to the iPhone 16 Pro? Here's what to know about both phones.
Read MoreAmericans used 100 trillion megabytes of wireless data last year
Americans used over 100 trillion megabytes.
Read MoreThe iPhone 16 launches September 20 and starts at $799
Apple will announce the iPhone 16 at its largest event of the year, but it won't be available to buy today.
Read MoreApple's A18 and A18 Pro chips will power the entire iPhone 16 lineup
Apple's A18 chips, which are built for Apple Intelligence, will power the new iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro phones.
Read MoreGenmoji and image-generation tools for iPhone reportedly delayed until iOS 18.2
Genmoji and the upcoming image-generation tool, Image Playground, will ship with iOS 18.2, which is slated for December, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Read MoreVerizon will buy Frontier for $20 billion to expand its fiber network
The all-cash deal comes one day after rumors began.
Read MoreWHO-backed study finds no link between mobile phone use and brain cancer
It also showed no link between other head and neck cancers.
Read MoreAndroid's Earthquake Alert System expands to the entire US
It tells you how to react if there's an earthquake.
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Music (1)
What we’re listening to: Harlequin (or LG 6.5), Rack and more
In What We're Listening To, Engadget writers and editors discuss some of the recent music releases we've had on repeat lately. This installment has everything from jazz standards to The Jesus Lizard.
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News (88)
Songs from Adele and others are returning to YouTube as SESAC agrees to a new deal
Songs from popular artists have begun to disappear from YouTube as the platform's deal with the performing rights organization SESAC approaches its expiration date.
Read MoreFord throws in a free home charger and installation with new EV purchases and leases
Ford is trying to entice more people to buy or lease one of its EVs with the promise of a free Level 2 home charger and installation.
Read MoreTesla's Full Self-Driving is now available for some Cybertrucks
Buyers that paid at least $93,990 to be among the first to own (Tesla's Cybertruck are finally getting a key, promised feature: full self-driving (FSD).
Read MoreThe UK says goodbye to coal production
The UK opened the world's first coal power plant nearly 150 years ago.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple’s rumored smart display may arrive next year
The biggest news stories this morning: YouTube blocks songs from Adele and Green Day amid licensing negotiations, Fujifilm GFX100S II review, A peek at how A Minecraft Movie will handle crafting.
Read MoreApple’s rumored smart display may arrive in 2025 running new homeOS
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says there are two versions in the works: a low-end display that will offer the basics, like FaceTime and smart home controls, and the high-end robotic variant that'll cost upwards of $1,000.
Read MoreThe Morning After: A $6 million fine for robocalls from fake Biden
This morning's biggest news stories: X suspends journalist Ken Klippenstein after he published JD Vance dossier, New California law will force companies to admit you don't own digital content, PS5 Pro available to preorder now.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Meta launches a newer, cheaper VR headset
All the news from Meta Connect 2024, and we've played with both the PS5 Pro and the new Zelda game.
Read MoreMeta’s Orion holographic avatars will (eventually) be in VR too
Meta offered a glimpse of its new holographic avatars, which will allow people to talk with lifelike holograms in augmented reality.
Read MoreEverything Announced at Meta Connect 2024: Quest 3S, Orion AR glasses and Meta AI updates
Although Meta Connect 2024 lacked a marquee high-end product for the holiday season, it still included a new budget VR headset and a tease of the "magic glasses" Meta's XR gurus have been talking about for the better part of a decade.
Read MoreMeta reveals its Orion AR smart glasses
After months of teases, Meta finally gave the world a proper look at its upcoming AR glasses, aka Orion.
Read MoreMeta Connect 2024 live updates: News on the Meta Quest 3S, Orion AR headset and Meta AI features for Ray-Ban glasses
Join us for live coverage of Meta's Connect 2024 keynote.
Read MoreMeta will stop selling the Quest 2 and Quest Pro by the end of the year
Meta announces plans to stop selling the Quest 2 and Quest Pro by the end of the year. This is to make room for the just-announced Quest 3S.
Read MoreHow to pre-order the Meta Quest 3S VR headset
The Meta Quest 3S VR headset is official. If you're thinking about grabbing one, here's what to know before you order.
Read MoreMeta reveals the budget-friendly Quest 3S VR headset
Meta reveals the budget-friendly Quest 3S VR headset. It starts at $300, but sacrifices storage space and those sweet pancake lenses.
Read MoreThe Meta Quest 3S vs Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest 3: Finding a happy medium
Let's compare the new Quest 3S VR headset from Meta with the Quest 2 and Quest 3. Is the new one worth it?
Read MorePixel Buds Pro 2 review: Tiny earbuds with big sound and a direct line to Gemini
Google has once again supplanted the best Pixel Buds in its lineup. These earbuds aren't perfect, but the improved fit and sound quality alone are worth the upgrade.
Read MoreMeta Connect 2024: Cheaper Quest 3S, AI, AR and everything else you can expect at the metaverse event
We can likely predict the biggest news coming out of Meta Connect 2024 with just two acronyms: AI and AR.
Read MoreCalifornia's 'click to cancel' subscription bill is signed into law
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed California's "click to cancel" Assembly Bill 286 into law to make it easier for consumers to opt out of subscriptions.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Get ready for Meta Connect
The biggest news stories this morning include Meta Connect, Palword's arrival on the PS5 and Duolingo's cute piano.
Read MoreThe new Alienware Pro Headset has graphene-coated drivers and lasts up to 75 hours
Alienware's new Pro Headset last for up to 75 hours and has graphene-coated drivers.
Read MoreMarshall’s latest Bluetooth headphones promise improved noise cancellation and extreme battery life
Marshall's new Monitor III ANC headphones have incredible battery life and upgraded noise canceling capabilities.
Read MoreNeurable's brainwave-tracking Master & Dynamic headphones tell you when to take a break
Neurable wants to boost productivity by enhancing focus and concentration with brain-tracking headphones, built in collaboration with Master & Dynamic.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Elon blocks blocking
The biggest news stories this morning include the new macOS, and X's end to blocking.
Read MoreBiden administration seeks ban on auto software from China
Biden administration seeks ban on auto software from China. This would effectively block the import of Chinese EVs.
Read MoreThe Morning After: SpaceX gets a surprising new enemy
The biggest news stories this morning include SpaceX's new enemy, Microsoft's nuclear ambitions and what's going on down at OpenAI?
Read More‘We’ve got to make it happen’: How Apple designed AirPods 4 for effective ANC
The work that began with EarPods continues to pay off as Apple prepares to ship the noise-canceling AirPods 4.
Read MoreThe Morning After: I really want this 30th anniversary PS5 Pro
The biggest news stories this morning: The iOS 18.1 public beta is here, bringing Apple Intelligence (almost) to the masses, US citizens can now apply for their passport online, YouTube is cramming ads in when you pause videos.
Read MoreThe Immersed Visor aims for spatial computing’s sweet spot
The Immersed Visor, revealed today at an Austin event, appears to sit somewhere between a Vision Pro Lite and Xreal Plus. The relatively light headset creates a spatial computing environment for $1,050.
Read MoreYouTube is now showing ads when you pause videos
A new advertising method on YouTube shows ads when you pause videos.
Read MoreUS citizens can now apply for their passport online
There are some restrictions on who can use the new system.
Read MoreIranian hackers tried to send Trump leaks to Biden campaign
Iranian cyber attackers sent unsolicited emails to people in the Biden campaign, according to US authorities. They contained materials stolen from Trump's camp.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on the iPhone 16 Pro
The biggest news stories this morning: Did the design of Nintendo's next console leak? MrBeast and Amazon are being sued by contestants of their planned competition show, all the iPhone 16 and AirPod reviews.
Read MoreFive features that caught our eye from today's YouTube livestream
Check out the five upcoming YouTube features that impressed us.
Read MoreGM electric vehicles can finally recharge at Tesla Supercharger stations
GM electric vehicles can now recharge at Tesla Superchargers.
Read MoreBose's new noise-canceling QuietComfort Earbuds are more affordable at $179
Bose's latest earbuds still offer its powerful ANC, but they're much more affordable.
Read MoreBose’s latest soundbar can use the Ultra Open Earbuds as rear speakers
Bose has a new soundbar for the fall shopping season. The company's Smart Soundbar is a "small, sleek" model with AI Dialogue Mode and a Personal Surround feature for owners of the Ultra Open Earbuds.
Read MoreHTC Vive's Focus Vision is a $999 stab at high-end VR and mixed reality
HTC Vive's Focus Vision builds on the Focus 3 with eye tracking, a wide field of view and a slew of other features.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on the Apple Watch Series 10
The biggest news stories this morning: How Google will start helping you figure out which images are AI generated, watchOS 11 is out now, with new Sleep Apnea feature, Trump jumps into cryptocurrency, appears to know nothing about it.
Read MoreMicrosoft says Russian troll farms are targeting the Harris-Walz campaign
Microsoft has published a report detailing the US election interference activities of Russian troll farms.
Read MoreTrump jumps into cryptocurrency, appears to know nothing about it
Donald Trump, who previously called Bitcoin a scam, has launched a new cryptocurrency venture called World Liberty Financial.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on Apple’s new AirPods 4
The biggest news stories this morning: Amazon Prime Big Deal Days announced, Meta bans Russian state media outlets on Facebook and Instagram, Apple's iOS 18 is available now.
Read MoreIntel is separating its ailing foundry business from the main company
Intel's foundry business will become an independent subsidiary, allowing it to take funding from external sources directly.
Read MoreWho exactly asked for a Wordle VR app?
Wordle is now available in VR on Meta Quest headsets. It's just what gamers around the world were clamoring for.
Read MoreTile introduces its first new Bluetooth trackers in years
Tile introduces its first new Bluetooth trackers in years. There are updated colors, extended Bluetooth range, an SOS alert mode and more.
Read MoreAirPods Pro 2's new features have arrived. Here's what to expect
Your AirPods Pro should have already installed a major update ahead of iOS 18, so here's what to expect when you use the new features.
Read MoreApple AirPods 4 review: Pro features for everyone
Apple offers useful ANC while keeping your ears open on the AirPods 4. but the non-ANC model is much improved as well.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The AirPods Pro’s new hearing aid features are a big deal
The biggest news stories this morning: Everything to expect at Meta Connect 2024, How to pre-order the new iPhone 16, 23andMe will pay $30 million to settle 2023 data breach lawsuit.
Read MoreWhy the AirPods Pro’s new hearing aid features are a bigger deal than you think
Apple is turning the hearing aid market on its head with the latest AirPods Pro update.
Read MoreWaymo and Uber are bringing their robotaxi service to Austin and Atlanta by early 2025
Waymo and Uber's robotaxi service is finally coming to Austin in the coming months. Waymo One will also debut in Atlanta in early 2025.
Read MoreHow to pre-order the Apple AirPods 4
The newest AirPods are now open for pre-orders before they officially hit the shelves on September 20.
Read MoreTesla Semi fire required 50,000 gallons of water to extinguish
California firefighters needed to use 50,000 gallons of water to extinguish a roadside Tesla Semi fire.
Read MoreThe Morning After: OpenAI made its latest model slower, on purpose
The biggest news stories this morning: Flappy Bird is back, The future of NASA and White House tries to curb deepfake porn.
Read MoreThe FDA greenlights Apple’s Hearing Aid feature for AirPods Pro
The Food and Drug Administration has approved Apple's over-the-counter Hearing Aid feature. Designed for people with mild to moderate hearing loss, it transforms the second-gen AirPods Pro into OTC hearing aids.
Read MoreGM and Hyundai plan to work together on cars and clean-energy tech
GM and Hyundai are the latest automakers to team up and try to 'deliver even more competitive vehicles to customers faster and more efficiently.'
Read MoreThe Morning After: Everything we know so far about Nintendo’s next console
The biggest news stories this morning: The audio earrings Kamala Harris didn't wear during the debate barely even exist, Ultimate Ears Everboom review, Adobe's AI video tools will arrive later this year.
Read MoreUltimate Ears Everboom review: A floatable outdoor speaker that packs a punch
Small enough to haul easily, yet loud enough to power a party, the Everboom checks a lot of boxes for a UE speaker.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The $700 PS5 Pro
The biggest news stories this morning: iPhone 16 hands-on: More Pro than I expected, Why AirPods 4 block sound better — and just sound better, Huawei's triple-fold smartphone is almost triple the price of a smartphone
Read MoreWhy are Apple's AirPods Max still saddled with 2020 hardware?
Apple's AirPods Max are almost four years old, but this week's update barely changed anything. It's hard to recommend them without a more substantial improvement.
Read MoreThe key updates that make AirPods 4 block sound better — and just sound better
Improved sound quality and the addition of ANC are key upgrades on the AirPods 4, but there are specific reasons why both of those are effective.
Read MoreHow Apple's Hearing Aid and Hearing Test will work on AirPods Pro
Apple is expanding its hearing health features on the second-gen AirPods Pro. Here's how some of those tools will work.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Should you upgrade to an iPhone 16?
The biggest news stories this morning: Everything Apple revealed at the iPhone 16 launch event, Google Pixel Watch 3 review, It looks like Sony will announce the PS5 Pro later today.
Read MoreApple AirPods 4 don't come with a cable to charge them
The new AirPods that Apple just announced at its iPhone 16 event come with cases that have USB-C ports, but they will not ship with USB-C charging cables in the box.
Read MoreApple AirPods 4 hands-on: Seriously impressive ANC performance
Our first ears-on with the new AirPods 4.
Read MoreHere's how the new AirPods 4 compare to the rest of Apple's headphone lineup
Apple has rolled out some new AirPods, so we've broken down how all of the company's wireless headphones now compare to one another.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Pro update turns them into a clinical grade hearing aid
Apple is adding an over-the-counter, professional-grade hearing aid feature to its AirPods Pro. It'll boost the specific kinds of sounds you need help with.
Read MoreApple refreshes its AirPods Max with USB-C and new colors
After nearly four years, Apple finally delivered an update to its most premium headphones.
Read MoreAirPods 4 have a new design and an ANC upgrade option
Apple announces two new AirPods models with USB-C charging cases. One supports wireless charging and the other does not.
Read MoreHow to watch today's iPhone 16 launch event, live soon with a new Apple Watch and AirPods
We're anticipating a new lineup of iPhones, along with a new line of Apple Watches and AirPods.
Read MoreThe Morning After: What to expect from Apple’s iPhone 16 event later today
The biggest news stories this morning: YouTube terminates five right-wing channels accused of links to Russia,, LG flaunts its stretchable displays on the catwalk, YouTubers built a six-foot tall working replica of the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Read MoreMiniroll is the smallest Ultimate Ears speaker, but it packs big sound
Ultimate Ears' latest speaker is the smallest in its current lineup, but it's still loud and built for adventures.
Read MoreThe new Philips Hue Sync Box can keep up with your game console’s framerates
Signify launched a more future-proofed Philips Hue Sync Box, the company's gizmo that plugs into your TV and creates a light show synced with your onscreen content. Unlike the original model from 2019, the upgraded box supports HDMI 2.1.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Did Sony just reveal the PS5 Pro design?
The biggest news stories this morning: The US, UK, EU and other major nations have signed a landmark global AI treaty, You can now officially create and use Baldur's Gate 3 mods on PC, YouTube is making tools to detect face and voice deepfakes
Read MoreTesla says 'Full Self-Driving' will be ready for Europe and China in early 2025
While Tesla's FSD could be ready for China and Europe early next year, it still needs regulatory approval in those regions.
Read MorePanasonic just returned to the US market with new OLED and Mini-LED TVs
Panasonic just returned to the US market with snazzy new OLED and Mini-LED TVs. These boxes also include built-in Fire TV.
Read MoreSony's MDR-M1 studio headphones offer an audio and comfort upgrade over the MDR-7506
Sony's new studio-monitoring headphones have upgraded drivers, wide frequency response and high noise isolation.
Read MoreYouTube will limit fitness and weight video recommendations to European teens
YouTube has introduced additional safeguards for teens on its website, which includes limiting the content they see that could lead them to form negative beliefs about themselves.
Read MoreThe Morning After: reMarkable’s new e-ink tablet has a color display
The biggest news stories this morning: Concord players keep jumping off the map, Acer finally has a gaming handheld, You can finally fish in No Man's Sky.
Read MoreVolvo scales back its EV goals, will no longer be fully electric by 2030
Over three years after saying it would sell only electric vehicles by 2030, Volvo has softened its stance. The automaker now says it will aim for 90 to 100 percent electrified vehicles (including full EVs and plug-in hybrids) by the decade's end, with the remaining 0 to 10 percent being mild hybrids.
Read MoreBeats Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds are coming in 2025
The successor to the Powerbeats Pro is coming next year.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The X TV app wobbles onto your big screen
The biggest news stories this morning: Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold review, How to watch the new iPhone 16 unveiling at the September Apple event, Instagram Stories are getting comments.
Read MoreDTS built an AI-powered system to make dialog sound clearer
DTS reveals an AI-powered system to make dialogue sound clearer while watching TV. DTS Clear Dialogue uses an algorithm to raise human voices.
Read MoreVolvo's EX90 SUV was (mostly) worth the wait
The EX90 is something of a battery-powered counterpart to the brand's XC90 SUV, the biggest in its lineup. It's still big, at 16 and a half feet long, but that's more than three inches shorter in length and an inch shorter in height than the XC90, plus nearly two inches narrower. That makes it feel a little cramped compared to Volvo's current big-boy SUV.
Read MoreNoble Audio pairs dynamic and planar magnetic drivers in its first headphones
Noble Audio's first headphones feature a unique driver arrangement that should offer enhanced audio quality.
Read MoreKlipsch's latest soundbar is the first to come with Dirac Live room calibration
Klipsch's largest and most powerful soundbar in its current lineup has a unique feature to adjust to your living room.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Bang & Olufsen’s new headphones cost over $1,500
The biggest news stories this morning: Starlink is refusing to comply with Brazil's X ban, Resident Evil mobile ports now require an online check-in before you can play, Disney cuts DirecTV customers' access to ABC, ESPN and more.
Read MoreBang & Olufsen debuts the $1,549 Beoplay H100 headphones
You'll really have to love Bang & Olufsen audio gear to invest in its latest flagship headphones.
Read MoreThe Morning After: A Tamagotchi made with real egg
The biggest news stories this morning: Egg-based Tamagotchis, The best tech deals from Labor Day, Apple reportedly plans to drop USB-A ports with the M4 Mac mini.
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Nintendo (7)
Football Manager 25 is out on November 26
It should arrive to the Nintendo Switch on December 3.
Read MoreThe Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is as familiar as it is fresh
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom flips the standard sword-and-shield formula for something both fresh and familiar.
Read MoreNintendo and The Pokémon Company are suing Palworld creator Pocketpair
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Pocketpair over Palworld, a game often described as 'Pokémon with guns.'
Read MoreBattletoads/Double Dragon headbutts its way onto Nintendo's Switch Online library
Four new SNES games including Battletoads Double Dragon are on the Nintendo Switch's Online library.
Read MoreNintendo will sell cheaper Switch Mario Kart bundles in October
Nintendo has announced new Switch bundles with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and a 12-month Switch Online Individual membership.
Read MoreThe Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom may have leaked already
It seems that The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom has leaked online, a couple of weeks ahead of the game's release date.
Read MoreThe Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom plays like a traditional Zelda game, remixed
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is the first game in the Zelda series that lets you play as the game's namesake, and it feels well-suited to younger and older players alike.
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PC Gaming (15)
Valve's Deadlock lets you turn cheaters into frogs
The anti-cheat system Valve added to Deadlock allows opponents of a detected cheater to turn them into a frog.
Read MoreStarCraft: Remastered and StarCraft II are coming to PC Game Pass
StarCraft: Remastered and StarCraft II are coming to PC Game Pass. The games will be ready to play on November 5.
Read MoreBlumhouse Games’ Fear The Spotlight set for release on October 22
The horror PC game Fear the Spotlight uses old school, PS1 style graphics.
Read MoreGod Of War Ragnarok's PC port is out and it fixes one of the game’s most annoying quirks
The God Of War: Ragnarok PC port is out and it has fixed one of the game's most annoying quirks. Players can finally quiet Atreus, who is Kratos' son. He tends to ruin all of the puzzles.
Read MoreThe LCD Steam Deck is up to 25 percent off right now
Valve has big savings on the entry-level (LCD) Steam Deck. You can take 25 percent off the 512GB model or 15 percent off the 64GB one, dropping their prices to $336.75 and $296.65, respectively.
Read MoreSteam Families library sharing is live, and you can all play at the same time
Following a beta test earlier this year, Steam Families is now live with a new way for relatives to be connected on the gaming portal.
Read MoreGlorious Gaming's GMMK 3 is a flagship keyboard with tons of premium features
Glorious Gaming has released the GMMK 3, a flagship keyboard with tons of premium features. These include hall effect sensors and support for a rapid trigger feature.
Read MoreKind Words 2 takes cozy letter-writing to the city on October 7
If anyone can create a troll-free anonymous social network, it's Popcannibal.
Read MoreWhat the Car? hits Steam, and it's still one of the best games you'll play this year
What the Car? is a celebration of gaming through pure creativity, unfettered by the trappings of narrative logic.
Read MoreYou can now officially create and use Baldur’s Gate 3 mods on PC
Baldur's Gate 3 modding has arrived for PC players. After a closed alpha in June and an open beta in July, the long-awaited Patch 7 is now available. It lets you play around with user-created weapons, armor, classes and subclasses, spells, dice skins and just about anything else you can imagine.
Read MoreStylish neo-noir detective game Phoenix Springs is delayed until October 7
Gorgeous neo-noir detective game Phoenix Springs has been delayed until October 7.
Read MoreMicrosoft is testing a new on-screen keyboard layout that works better with game controllers
Microsoft is testing a new on-screen keyboard layout designed to work with Xbox and handheld PC controllers.
Read MoreAcer announces its latest Predator and Nitro monitors
Acer announces its newest Nitro and Predator monitors along with two smart monitors.
Read MoreAcer's Project DualPlay is a truly wild gaming laptop with a built-in controller
Acer just revealed a truly wild gaming laptop with a built-in controller. Project DualPlay is just a concept design.
Read MoreAcer finally has a gaming handheld, the Nitro Blaze 7
Acer finally has a gaming handheld. The Nitro Blaze 7 could give the Steam Deck a run for its money.
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PlayStation (23)
Engadget Podcast: PS5 Pro hands-on and Meta’s wild Orion AR glasses
We've finally had a chance to try the PlayStation 5 Pro and Engadget's Jessica Conditt has come away impressed.
Read MoreSony's PS5 Pro is available to pre-order today
Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro pushes gaming console boundaries with a more powerful GPU, better ray tracing and a narrower gap between graphical fidelity and performance. Today's the first day you can reserve the pricey powerhouse before its November 7 launch.
Read MorePlayStation 5 Pro preview: I don't need it, but I want it
Sony is mining a niche market with the Pro, targeting dedicated PS5 players who happen to have money to burn.
Read MoreDead Space leads Sony's PlayStation Plus lineup for October
Sony Interactive Entertainment has revealed the titles it's adding to PlayStation Plus' lineup for October.
Read MorePalworld suddenly arrives on PS5
Surprise! Palworld, one of the biggest games of the year, has suddenly arrived on PS5. But its debut on the console comes just days after Nintendo and The Pokémon Company filed a patent infringement suit against developer Pocketpair.
Read MoreGhost of Y?tei is a Tsushima sequel coming to PS5 in 2025
The 2020 PlayStation hit Ghost of Tsushima is getting a sequel featuring a new protagonist, era and landscape.
Read MoreAstro Bot is getting a free update that adds speedrunning levels
Charming 3D platformer Astro Bot just released earlier this month and the game is already getting a content update.
Read MoreSony's next State of Play stream is set for September 24
Sony has announced that its next State of Play stream will take place on September 24 at 6PM ET. The company plans to shine the spotlight on more than 20 PS5 and PS VR2 games during the stream, which is set to run for over 30 minutes.
Read MorePlayStation’s 30th anniversary PS5 and PS5 Pro consoles are so very pretty
PlayStation's 30th anniversary PS5 and PS5 Pro consoles are so very pretty. They pay nostalgic homage to the PS1.
Read MoreA PS5 system update squashes those pesky Final Fantasy XVI bugs
Sony pushed a PS5 system update on Friday that Square Enix says is a response to Final Fantasy XVI bugs. The glitches were created by the console's last firmware update.
Read MoreConcord’s disastrous launch reportedly leads to its director’s self-demotion
Firewalk Studios' Ryan Ellis is taking on a smaller role following Concord's devastating numbers.
Read MoreMinecraft will no longer work on PSVR after March
Mojang says it will end support for Minecraft on PlayStation VR in March 2023. The studio will continue to update the PS4 version.
Read MoreFinal Fantasy 16 players are encountering bugs after PS5 firmware update
Final Fantasy 16 players and others are encountering bugs after a PS5 firmware update.
Read MoreThe PS5 is getting a more customizable home screen
The PS5 is getting a more customizable home screen. It's part of a system update that also includes personalized 3D audio profiles.
Read MoreSony unveils its PS5 Pro console, which will cost you a whopping $700
Sony has officially announced the much-anticipated PS5 Pro. It'll cost $700 and arrive on November 7.
Read MoreSony looks set to announce the PS5 Pro today in a strangely short livestream
Sony looks set to reveal the PS5 Pro during a "technical presentation" that's set for September 10.
Read MoreSony raises PS5 DualSense controller prices by $5
You'll have to pay a bit more for a PS5 DualSense controller that you might be expecting if you're getting a new one.
Read MoreDid Sony just reveal the PS5 Pro design in its 30th Anniversary announcement?
Today, Sony shared a first glimpse at what it has planned to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the PlayStation and it seems likely that a PS5 Pro will be a part of the party.
Read MoreAstro Bot PS5 review: One of the best games Sony has ever made
Astro Bot highlights the importance of play. It's Super Mario Bros. for a new generation of video game fanatics, at once an introduction to common video game mechanics and also a significant challenge for seasoned players.
Read MoreConcord players keep jumping off the map in a race to claim the Platinum trophy
Concord players have resorted to drastic measures in a race to claim the Platinum trophy on PS5 before the game goes offline on Friday.
Read MoreConcord aside, PlayStation is having a great year
By all accounts, Concord looks like a painful failure for Sony. However, that flop aside, PlayStation is quietly having a great year overall.
Read MoreUntil Dawn remake studio lays off staffers before the game’s even out
Ballistic Moon has let go an undetermined number of staffers and confirmed the news on Labor Day.
Read MoreConcord is going offline two weeks after its PS5 and PC launch
Sony and developer Firewalk Studios have announced that they're taking Concord offline just two weeks after releasing the team shooter. Those who bought the $40 game will get a full refund.
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Reviews (2)
Engadget review recap: iPhones, AirPods, Pixel Buds and an early look at the PlayStation 5 Pro
Revisiting our iPhone 16, AirPods 4, Apple Watch Series 10, PlayStation 5 Pro reviews and more from hardware launch season.
Read MoreEngadget review recap: Foldable, wearable, floatable
Two weeks can feel like ages. In case you missed it, Engadget reviewed the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, the Pixel Watch 3 and a floating speaker in the last fortnight.
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Science (3)
New Government website shows how much sea levels have risen
The US government just released a website that shows how much sea levels have risen and provides plenty of data.
Read MoreSolid-state battery prototype boosts energy density by nearly 25 percent
An EU R&D giant has manufactured a prototype solid-state battery with a 1070 Wh/L energy density, nearly 25 percent higher than the best lithium-ion cells
Read MoreNeuralink says the FDA designated its Blindsight implant as a 'breakthrough device'
Neuralink says the FDA has designated its experimental Blindsight implant as a 'breakthrough device.' This could help to accelerate development of the tech, which aims to restore blind people's sight, and bring it to market sooner.
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Smartphones (33)
Verizon says its network is 'fully restored' following an hours-long outage
Verizon says it's working to resolve an outage that's affecting cellular customers across the US.
Read MoreHow to mirror your iPhone on macOS Sequoia
With macOS Sequoia and iOS 18, Apple has a handy new way to hop between devices while using your Mac. Here's how to set up and get the most out of iPhone Mirroring, which shows a virtual phone screen on your computer.
Read MoreSamsung debuts the Galaxy S24 FE and Galaxy Watch FE LTE
Samsung dusts off the FE series once more for new versions of the S24 and Galaxy Watch.
Read MoreSee the iPhone 16’s game-changing battery removal process in new iFixit teardown
A teardown by iFixit now shows the new battery removal process in action, and it looks easier than ever.
Read MoreiPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max review: Apple focuses on cameras and customization
Engadget's review of the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max, including detailed camera testing and analysis of Camera Control, battery life and iOS 18.
Read MoreApple iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus review: Closing the gap to the Pro
For once, you don't have to wait a year to get the best new features from the iPhone 16 Pro. The iPhone 16 offers all the ones you will appreciate most, and for $200 less.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Reviewing the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch Series 10
In this episode, we chat about our final thoughts on the iPhone 16/Pro and Apple Watch Series 10.
Read MoreApple reveals how it's made the iPhone 16 series (much) easier to repair
Apple has released new updates on iPhone 16 repairability and addressed parts compatibility, ease of access and more.
Read MoreApple has released iOS 18. Here's how to update your iPhone
iOS 18 is now available for all compatible iPhone models.
Read MoreApple Music brings its audio haptics feature to all users as part of iOS 18
Apple Music brings its audio haptics feature to all users as part of iOS 18. The phone will vibrate along to songs, which is a fantastic feature for those impacted by hearing loss.
Read MoreiPhone 16 launch: Here's how to pre-order the new iPhone from the Apple Store
Apple just announced its newest family of smartphones at the 2024 iPhone event. Here's how to pre-order yours before they hit the shelves.
Read MoreMy iPhone 11 is perfectly fine, but the new buttons on the iPhone 16 are compelling
The iPhone 16 launch event was a work thing for me. I wasn't thinking about buying a new phone. But those new buttons got me.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: iPhone 16, AirPods 4 and Apple Watch Series 10 impressions
The iPhone 16 event is over, and now we've got plenty of thoughts to share after playing with all of Apple's new hardware.
Read MoreI don't get why Apple’s multitrack Voice Memos require an iPhone 16 Pro
Apple's Voice Memos multitrack recording feature requires an iPhone 16 Pro and I'm dumbfounded. Let the rest of us layer!
Read MoreEverything Apple revealed at the iPhone 16 launch event: Apple Watch Series 10, AirPods 4, iOS 18 and more
Here's everything announced at Apple's iPhone 16 launch event, including details on the new iPhone 16 series, the latest Apple Watches, new AirPods and more.
Read MoreiPhone 16 hands-on: More Pro than I expected
The base iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus look like a significant improvement from last year's models.
Read MoreIt's a good year to buy the vanilla iPhone 16 (and avoid the SE at all costs)
After sitting with Apple's announcements for a day, one thing has become clear: The plain $799 iPhone 16 is a pretty solid deal, at least compared to basic iPhones from the last few years.
Read MoreHuawei's first tri-fold phone starts at an eye-watering $2,800
Huawei has unveiled what it claims is the world's first tri-fold phone with a three-panel system that folds up accordion-style.
Read MoreApple needs to remember what the iPhone 16 is for
Apple needs to remember the iPhone shouldn't be used for everything.
Read MoreiPhone 16 Pro hands-on: How does a faux camera control button feel so real?
Checking out the iPhone 16 Pro and its dedicated camera button in person to see if it really makes a difference.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Apple Watch Series 10 was the star of the iPhone 16 launch
In this bonus episode, Devindra and Engadget Contributing Reporter Kris Holt break down everything new (and not so new) in the iPhone 16 lineup, and discuss why the Apple Watch Series 10 is so impressive.
Read MoreApple’s new MagSafe charger will juice up the iPhone 16 faster than the old accessory can
Following its big iPhone 16 event, which also included a new Apple Watch and AirPods, the company snuck in a new MagSafe charging cable. The new magnetic accessory will boost charging speeds for iPhone 16 owners.
Read MoreApple iPhone 16 Pro vs. the competition: Bigger, with more buttons
We've broken down how the new Apple iPhone 16 Pro compares to the Google Pixel 9 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24+, two other popular phones in the $1,000 range, on the spec sheet.
Read MoreApple quietly kills its terrible FineWoven iPhone cases
When Apple revealed its FineWoven case, it was pitched as a leather substitute that used 68 percent post-consumer recycled content. But there are no iPhone 16-compatible FineWoven cases, period.
Read MoreApple’s Voice Memos app is getting simple multitrack recording
Apple's Voice Memos app is getting multitrack recording. You'll be able to sing right on top of a guitar track.
Read MoreiPhone 16 Pro has a DSLR-like camera button and a slightly bigger display
Say hello to the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max.
Read MoreApple's iPhone 16 gets a camera button, Action button and the A18 chip
Apple has revealed the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. We've got all the details.
Read MoreApple Event 2024: All the iPhone 16, Apple Watch and AirPods news expected today
Apple event rumor roundup: What to expect at the Phone 16 keynote. Here's everything we know so far.
Read MoreYouTubers built a six foot tall working replica of Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro Max
The YouTube channels MrWhoseTheBoss and DIY Perks worked on a joint project to build the world's largest smartphone replica.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Pixel 9 Pro Fold review with MrMobile + IFA 2024
Cherlynn and Devindra are joined by Michael Fisher (AKA YouTube's MrMobile) to discuss the Pixel 9 Pro Fold and why it feels like a far more mature device than the previous Pixel Fold.
Read MoreHonor solves a major folding phone problem with the Magic V3
Honor's Magic v3 is only a little bit thinner than its predecessor, but that goes a long way to making it feel nicer in your pocket.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 9 Pro Fold review: A grown-up, glowed-up foldable
Engadget's review of the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. We loved its cameras, desisng and battery life, but wish it were cheaper.
Read MoreAndroid 15 is now here a month later than expected
Android 15 is now available at the Android Open Source Project.
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Social Media (27)
X can be 'immediately' unblocked in Brazil after it pays a $1.9 million fine
Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has ordered X to pay a fine worth 10 million Reais, or around $1.9 million. The company can "immediately return to its activities" after it settles the penalty.
Read MoreThreads is adding location sharing to posts
Threads seems to be rolling out a new location tagging feature that allows users to add a location to their posts.
Read MoreX suspends journalist Ken Klippenstein after he published J.D. Vance dossier
Journalist Ken Klippenstein's decision to release the leaked vetting dossier of vice presidential candidate JD Vance earned him a temporary suspension on X.
Read MoreMeta AI can now talk to you and edit your photos
Meta is infusing Meta AI with a load of new features in the hopes that more people will find its assistant useful.
Read MoreX just released its first full transparency report since Elon Musk took over
X has published its most detailed accounting of its content moderation practices since Elon Musk's takeover of the company.
Read MoreTikTok removes Russian state-owned media accounts for 'covert influence'
TikTok follows Meta's example and bans accounts affiliated with Sputnik and RT.
Read MoreOpenAI's X account was hacked to promote a crypto scam
OpenAI opened a newsroom Twitter account earlier this month and it's... not going great.
Read MoreX is nerfing the block button: Blocked users will be able to see your posts
X will allow blocked users to still be able to see the accounts that blocked them.
Read MoreX is reportedly now complying with orders from Brazil’s Supreme Court
According to The New York Times, the company said in a Friday court filing that X has named a legal representative in Brazil as demanded and removed accounts that the judge had identified as a threat to democracy.
Read MoreBrazil threatens daily fines for X and Starlink for 'non-compliance' with ban
Brazil's Supreme Court is threatening X and Elon Musk-owned Starlink with hefty daily fines for "non-compliance" with its ban of the servcie.
Read MoreX is temporarily back online for some people in Brazil
X is reportedly back online — at least temporarily — for many people in Brazil, more than two weeks after the service was blocked in the country.
Read MoreSnap’s fifth-generation Spectacles bring your hands into into augmented reality
Snap's latest augmented reality glasses have a completely new — but still very oversized — design, larger field of view and all-new software that supports full hand tracking abilities.
Read MoreSnap is redesigning Snapchat and adding new AI powers
Snap is adding a new slate of generative AI-powered features as it begins testing a larger redesign of Snapchat
Read MoreInstagram ‘teen accounts’ with parental controls will be mandatory for kids under 16
Meta is introducing a new type of account that will soon be required for all teens under 16 on Instagram.
Read MoreMeta bans Russian state media outlets on Facebook and Instagram
Meta says it's banning Russian state media outlets from its platforms due to their foreign interference activities.
Read MoreMeta hides warning labels for AI-edited images
Starting next week, Meta will no longer put an easy-to-see label on Facebook images that were edited using AI tools.
Read MoreMeta and the Mental Health Coalition launch a data-sharing program to reduce violating suicidal content
The program aims to limit violating self-harm and suicidal content across social media platforms.
Read MoreBluesky now lets you upload videos, but there are some caveats
Bluesky now lets you upload videos, but there are some caveats. For starters, they can only be a minute long.
Read MoreUtah judge blocks law preventing youth from accessing social media freely
Utah judge prevents the passing of a law limiting youth social media usage.
Read MoreAustralia’s Prime Minister wants to ban social media for children
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wants to impose a nationwide age limit on social media.
Read MoreMajority of Attorneys General support a warning label for social media platforms
A group of attorneys general have drafted an open letter to Congress to signal their support for social media platforms to come with a warning label.
Read MoreIn its first Threads case, Meta’s Oversight Board asked for clarity on death threats
Meta's Oversight Board has weighed in on its first Threads case and reversed the company's initial decision and first appeal. Regarding a post using a phrase that translates to "drop dead / die" in English, the board determined the phrase was used figuratively.
Read MoreMeta's Oversight Board separates death threats and 'aspirational statements' in Venezuela
Meta's Oversight Board has weighed in on the company's content moderation policies in Venezuela amid violent crackdowns and widespread protests following the country's disputed presidential election.
Read MoreReport: A quarter of X advertisers plan to cut spending next year
X's advertising woes are about to get a whole lot worse, according to a new report from Kantar.
Read MoreBluesky added over 2 million Brazilian users after Brazil banned Elon Musk's X
In a post on its own social network, Bluesky has revealed that it has added two million new people over the last week.
Read MoreMeta’s Oversight Board says phrase ‘From the River to the Sea’ should not be banned
Meta's Oversight Board recommended that Meta open its Content Library to provide more transparency to journalists and researchers.
Read MoreInstagram Stories are getting comments
Instagram is rolling out comments for Stories. This new feature offers a more visible way for users to interact with their friends' posts.
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Space (12)
Cards Against Humanity is suing SpaceX for trespassing and filling its property with ‘space garbage’
Cards Against Humanity filed a $15 million lawsuit against SpaceX for trespassing on property it owns in Texas, which happens to sit near SpaceX facilities.
Read MoreFAA wants to impose more than $630K in fines for SpaceX launch violations
SpaceX faces thousands in fines stemming from two of its 2023 launches.
Read MoreThe Polaris Dawn crew is back on Earth after a historic mission
The Polaris Dawn crew safely returned to Earth Sunday morning.. The Dragon capsule carrying the mission's four astronauts — Jared Isaacman, Scott "Kidd" Poteet, Sarah Gillis and Anna Menon — splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico around 3:30AM ET.
Read MoreNASA confirms it’s developing the Moon’s new time zone
NASA confirmed on Friday that it will create a new lunar time system for the Moon. The White House published a policy memo in April, directing NASA to create the new standard by 2026.
Read MoreA new report raises concerns about the future of NASA
A new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM) lays out some serious concerns about the future of NASA.
Read MoreStarlink competitor AST SpaceMobile launched its Bluebird smartphone satellites this morning
AST SpaceMobile announced that its network of five commercial satellites is scheduled to launch into low-Earth orbit on September 12 from Florida's Cape Canaveral.
Read MorePolaris Dawn astronauts successfully perform the first commercial spacewalk
Polaris Dawn astronauts Jared Isaacman and Sarah Gillis have successfully exited the confines of their Crew Dragon vehicle to perform the first ever commercial spacewalk on September 12.
Read MoreHow to watch Polaris Dawn astronauts attempt the first commercial spacewalk
Two of Polaris Dawn's four astronauts could make history today by performing the first ever commercial spacewalk at around 700 kilometers (435 miles) above our planet.
Read MorePolaris Dawn is finally headed to space for its groundbreaking civilian mission
A SpaceX Dragon capsule carrying the four private astronauts of the Polaris Dawn mission has launched from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida after a few weeks of delays.
Read MoreBoeing's Starliner is back without the astronauts it flew to the ISS
Boeing's Starliner capsule has undocked from the ISS at 6:04PM Eastern time on September 6 and has safely landed at White Sands Space Harbor in New Mexico at 12:01AM on September 7.
Read MoreHow to watch Boeing Starliner's uncrewed flight back to Earth
The spacecraft is undocking from the ISS at 6:04PM Eastern time on September 6 at the earliest.
Read MoreA creepy, sonar-like sound coming through Starliner’s speaker posed a brief mystery on the ISS
On Saturday, astronaut Butch Wilmore alerted NASA's Mission Control about an unexplained "strange noise" coming from a speaker in the spacecraft. An audio clip of the conversation was shared on a NASASpaceflight forum by meteorologist Rob Dale.
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Streaming (20)
Spotify is up and running again after a brief outage
In an update on X, Spotify indicated that everything should be back to normal after issues on Sunday made the app and web player temporarily unusable.
Read MoreLG Smart TVs bring ads to the screensaver
LG has begun showing screensaver ads on all its smart TVs, even expensive OLED models.
Read MoreDisney+ account sharing crackdown starts today in the US
Disney+ is getting a Paid Sharing feature intended to curb password sharing among its streaming subscribers.
Read MoreApple TV will make three classic Peanuts specials free to stream
All three Peanuts holiday specials will be streaming for free on Apple TV.
Read MoreThe Rodecaster Video packs audio and video production features into one mighty console
Rode introduces its new Rodecaster Video video and audio production console designed for content creators.
Read MoreRoku says its new Ultra streaming box is 30 percent faster
The 2024 Roku Ultra is the latest update to the streaming player, announced today at the company's developer conference.
Read MoreGoogle TV Streamer goes on sale today with home panel, sports page and more
As part of its Google TV Streamer launch today, Google is bringing key features from that device to TVs from Hisense, TCL and others.
Read MoreTwitch will do a better job of telling rulebreakers why their accounts were suspended
Twitch provided some platform updates during its TwitchCon San Diego opening ceremony. Coming soon: more clarity over the reason for a suspension, shared chat for Stream Together sessions and simultaneous vertical and horizontal streams.
Read MoreNetflix teases the next seasons of Avatar, Squid Game and Arcane at Geeked Week
Netflix has shown teasers and announced streaming dates for various upcoming shows at Geeked Week.
Read MoreBlack Mirror season 7 cast revealed in a cryptic computer message
The X page for the tech anthology series Black Mirror revealed the cast for its seventh season.
Read MoreMrBeast and Amazon are being sued by contestants of their planned competition show
Five unnamed contestants of MrBeast's Beast Games are suing him and Amazon, demanding class-action status for the lawsuit.
Read MoreGeralt broods by the campfire in the first clip from Netflix’s The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep
Netflix's first clip from The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep leans on the familiar dulcet growls of Doug Cockle, who voiced Geralt of Rivia in the games.
Read MoreESPN and other channels return to DirecTV as it finally reaches a deal with Disney
After a two-week blackout, ESPN and other Disney-owned channels are back on DirecTV. The Walt Disney Company and DirecTV announced Saturday that they are in the process of finalizing a new contract.
Read MoreThere’s a Stranger Things Polly Pocket set, and its design is really clever
Mattel Creations' latest Polly Pocket collab is a Stranger Things playset that houses the fictional town of Hawkins and the Upside Down in a compact shaped like a walkie-talkie.
Read MoreMax is giving college students in the US a 50 percent discount again
You can get a Max subscription at half the amount it costs other subscribers in the US if you're a college or a university student.
Read MorePeacock Premium is only $5 for four months for a limited time
NBC is offering a discount on its Peacock Premium streaming service until September 6.
Read MoreAlleged fraudster got $10 million in royalties using robots to stream AI-made music
A man is facing fraud charges after being accused of uploading hundreds of thousands of AI-generated songs to streaming services and using bots to play them billions of times. Michael Smith is said to have received over $10 million in royalties through the scheme.
Read MoreRoku’s new feature will turn your TV into a fancy art delivery system
Roku is rolling out a new feature called Backdrops that displays a custom playlist of artworks and photos.
Read MoreThe X TV app is out now and yes, it really sucks
The new X TV app available for some Android TVs is in beta and it's just a shell of its social media wasteland.
Read MoreThe MLS Season Pass on Apple TV is now $10 for the rest of the season
The MLS Season Pass for the 2024 season on Apple TV is now $10 for the rest of the season. The pass includes playoffs and more content.
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Tablets (5)
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S10+ are tablets built for AI
Samsung's new tablets put a heavy emphasis on AI.
Read MoreApple halts iPadOS 18 update for M4 iPad Pro after bricking reports
"We have temporarily removed the iPadOS 18 update for M4 iPad Pro models as we work to resolve an issue that is impacting a small number of devices," Apple told Engadget.
Read MoreiPads will support third-party app stores in Europe starting September 16
Starting on September 16, iPad users in the EU will be able to easily install third-party app stores. Apple will enable that as part of iPadOS 18.
Read MoreThe new reMarkable Paper Pro adds a color display
reMarkable's third-generation writing slate gets a color display and far faster internals.
Read MoreHonor's high-end MagicPad 2 offers elegance and style
The MagicPad 2 appears to be a compelling iPad alternative.
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Transportation (5)
GM’s Cruise fined $1.5 million for omitting details about its gruesome 2023 crash
On Monday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) fined Cruise, GM's self-driving vehicle division, $1.5 million. The company omitted key details from an October 2023 accident in San Francisco.
Read MoreCruise resumes operations in California, thankfully with human drivers
Autonomous vehicle outfit Cruise is slowly returning to operation in California following an incident in which a pedestrian was struck and dragged by a robotaxi for approximately 20 feet in October 2023.
Read MoreUber's rider ID program is available everywhere in the US as of tomorrow
Uber's rolling out rider ID and other safety features. The Record My Ride tool is also getting a national launch.
Read MoreOver 1.4 million Ram 1500 trucks recalled to fix a bug in the anti-lock brake system
Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, has issued a recall for Ram 1500 trucks from 2019 and 2021-2024 due to a software problem in the anti-lock brake system.
Read MoreLyft’s new price lock feature caps the cost of rides, even during peak hours
Lyft's new price lock feature caps the cost of rides, even during peak hours. It does, however, require a $3 monthly subscription.
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TV & Movies (6)
Here’s a peek at how A Minecraft Movie will handle crafting
The team behind the upcoming Minecraft movie shared a new clip during Minecraft Live that expands on the brief crafting moment we saw in the teaser. The segment also gives us our first look at the movie's interpretation of a Minecraft bee.
Read MoreThe Last of Us season two trailer shows Ellie in danger and Joel in... therapy?
To mark The Last of Us Day, HBO has released the first full trailer for season two of its adaptation of the games. Naughty Dog is also celebrating the occasion with some fun Steam cosmetics, including a Steam Deck startup video.
Read More28 Years Later was partially shot on an iPhone 15 Pro Max
28 Years Later was reportedly shot on an iPhone 15 Pro Max. The first film, after all, was made using a MiniDV camera.
Read MoreTheater chains will spend $2.2 billion to lure you back to the movies
The biggest theater chains in the US and Canada are upgrading their technology and adding attractions like arcades, bowling alleys and ziplines in hopes of enticing more people to go to the movies, according to Variety.
Read MoreBong Joon Ho’s Mickey17 trailer is even crazier than the book
Bong Joon Ho's Mickey17 has a trailer and it looks even crazier than the book. The film stars Robert Pattinson, Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun and Mark Ruffalo.
Read MoreNetflix is working on an animated Twilight TV show based on Midnight Sun
An animated series adaptation of Midnight Sun is currently in development at Netflix. Published in 2020, Midnight Sun tells the same events of the original Twilight novel from Edward Cullen's perspective.
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Wearables (18)
Meta’s Ray-Ban branded smart glasses are getting AI-powered reminders and translation features
Meta showed off a number of new abilities for the year-old smart glasses onstage at its Connect event, including reminders, live translations and other powers.
Read MoreGoogle is bringing Watch OS 5 to the Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2
Google announced today that the Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2 will be getting the new Watch OS 5.
Read MoreHow to watch Meta Connect 2024
Meta Connect is right around the corner. Here's how to watch Mark Zuckerberg discuss advancements in mixed reality, AI and wearables, possibly including AR smart glasses and a cheaper version of the Quest 3.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 10 review: Legacy and sequel in equal measure
Engadget's review of the Apple Watch Series 10 contemplates the device's progress and iteration since its birth ten years ago.
Read MoreMeta and Ray Ban's owner extend smart glasses partnership
There's two generations of Ray-Ban Meta glasses currently.
Read MorewatchOS 11 is out now, with new Sleep Apnea feature
Over three months after Apple introduced it at WWDC 2024, watchOS 11 is officially here. The 2024 Apple Watch update, which adds the new Vital apps, widget improvements and sleep apnea detection, is now available to install on your smartwatch.
Read MoreA plastic Apple Watch SE may still be happening, but not until next year
Apple announced a bunch of new products at the It's Glowtime event on Sept. 9, but the rumored Apple Watch SE with a plastic shell wasn't among them. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, we may still see it soon.
Read MoreHow to pre-order the new Apple Watch Series 10
Here's how to pre-order the new Apple Watch ahead of the official release.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch Series 10 deserves more than 18-hour battery life
The Apple Watch Series 10 is quite impressive, but it would be nice if instead of making it thinner, Apple put in a bigger battery.
Read MoreThe ‘audio earrings’ Kamala Harris didn’t wear during the debate barely even exist
After Tuesday's presidential debate, predictable conspiracy theories incorrectly suggested that Vice President Kamala Harris was wearing an earpiece.
Read MorePixel Watch 3 review: Google finally got it right, especially with the battery life
Like the rest of this year's lineup of Pixel hardware, the Pixel Watch 3 feels mature and ready to do battle.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 10 hands-on: Bigger, lighter and thinner than ever
Our first up-close look at the new Apple Watch.
Read MoreThere's no Apple Watch Ultra 3, just a new color and a new band
The Ultra 2 now comes in satin black finish, which Apple claims it achieved through a custom blasting process that applies a diamond-like PVD coating, giving the chonky smartwatch a refined and durable look.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 10 features a much larger screen and a thinner design
The new Apple Watch is here. A decade after the company revealed its first model, the Apple Watch Series 10 has a bigger screen and thinner design than all its predecessors.
Read MoreApple brings sleep apnea detection to the Watch Series 10
Your Apple Watch will now keep watch while you sleep.
Read MoreLG flaunts its stretchable displays on the catwalk
LG's stretchable displays that we first saw at CES 2023 have made a new public appearance at a fashion show
Read MoreWithings introduces a 39mm version of its ScanWatch Nova smartwatch
Withings introduces the ScanWatch Nova Brilliant, a 39mm version of the ScanWatch Nova. The watch has various health-tracking features.
Read MoreAbbott’s OTC glucose monitor is now available in the US
Abbott's over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor is now available in the US. There's an affiliated app that shows graphs of real-time reactions and other metrics.
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Xbox (4)
The Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster series finally arrives on Xbox
Square Enix's Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters have made their way to Xbox. The classics, which arrived on PC and mobile in 2021 and Switch and PS4 last year, are now available for the Xbox Series X/S.
Read MoreMicrosoft lays off another 650 Xbox employees as part of its Activision deal
After slashing 1,900 jobs across Xbox and Activision earlier this year, Microsoft is laying off another 650 employees.
Read MoreFriend requests are returning to Xbox
Xbox is changing its process for forming connections on the gaming platform with the return of friend requests.
Read MoreGame Pass Standard is now available on Xbox
The Xbox Game Pass Standard plan is available starting today. Microsoft announced a revamp to its Game Pass subscription plans in July.
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