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Vivo's X500 Pro Max is another camera-focused smartphone with more video tricks

staff@engadget.com (Mat Smith) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Vivo and Oppo are launching similar phones with different priorities.

4 drawbacks you should know before buying an Xbox Series X

staff@engadget.com (Dave Meikleham) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:45:00 +0000

The Xbox Series X has had some stumbles, so you should be aware of its faults before picking one up.

6+ ways you can use your PlayStation 5's USB ports

staff@engadget.com (Ben Stegner) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:00:00 +0000

You can do more than charge your controllers with the USB ports on your PS5. Here are some of the possibilities.

What are the downsides of a foldable electric bike?

staff@engadget.com (Jack Whitcombe) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:45:00 +0000

The foldable form factor comes with some trade-offs.

4 Ray-Ban Meta privacy settings you should change before wearing them

staff@engadget.com (Husain Parvez) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:15:00 +0000

Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses have rightly been criticized for the many ways they can violate people's privacy.

Don't throw away your old speakers — Use them for your TV instead

staff@engadget.com (Nimrod Aldea) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0000

Old speakers often get set aside alongside the device they were used with, but you may still be able to use them with your current tech.

Engadget review recap: iPhone Duo, Rivian R2 and more

staff@engadget.com (Billy Steele) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000

A roundup of recent reviews from Engadget.

Peak on consoles, hockey roguelites and other new indie games worth checking out

staff@engadget.com (Kris Holt) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:30:00 +0000

Steam Next Fest means there are a lot of weird new games in our indie gaming roundup this week.

2027 BMW iX5 first drive: You'll love the range, but maybe not the look

staff@engadget.com (Tim Stevens) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:01:00 +0000

BMW's latest EV will do over 450 miles on a charge and even close its own doors.

Oppo Find X10 Pro Max hands-on: Triple 200-megapixel cameras but few surprises

staff@engadget.com (Mat Smith) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Trying to fill a OnePlus-shaped hole, Oppo plays it a little safe.

How to spot a white label gadget, and why that's important

staff@engadget.com (Daniel Cooper) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Sometimes the same product is sold under multiple brands, which means you might not be getting the best gear.

Five things you should know before buying the iPhone Duo

staff@engadget.com (Filipe Espósito) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:00:00 +0000

From software limitations to the pre-sale deals, here's what you need to know ahead of the iPhone Duo launch.

5 ways to make your old iPhone feel faster

staff@engadget.com (Filipe Espósito) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:45:00 +0000

Your iPhone will slow down over time, but some changes can help it run at its best for longer.

5 CarPlay navigation apps you should be using instead of Apple Maps

staff@engadget.com (Filipe Espósito) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:15:00 +0000

Alternative GPS apps for CarPlay can provide better routing, real-time alerts, weather condition info and much more.

3+ useful features included with Google One that people ignore

staff@engadget.com (Ben Stegner) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Google One plans originally started off as a way to expand the storage limits for files and photos. Now, they come with more features and additional perks.

6 unexpected uses for your old PlayStation 3

staff@engadget.com (Isaac Egbon) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:45:00 +0000

The PlayStation 3 arrived in 2006 and shouldn't have any right finding a place in a modern media center. Here's a number of reasons why it should make a return.

These 6 retro sites let you relive the glory days of 2000s Flash games

staff@engadget.com (Kari Paul) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 13:45:00 +0000

Flash hasn't been around for over half a decade, but thanks to archivists, you can still enjoy this era of the internet.

Should you have both Ethernet and Wi-Fi for your home?

staff@engadget.com (Ben Stegner) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:30:00 +0000

Ethernet will keep your devices connecting online in record time, while Wi-Fi keeps them untethered. But how well can they both work together?

How many watts should your Bluetooth speaker have?

staff@engadget.com (Calvin Wankhede) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0000

If you're confused by Bluetooth speaker wattage, here's what those numbers actually mean. Spoiler: more wattage doesn't necessarily mean a louder speaker.

More than Just Storage: 8 Ways To Repurpose Your Old USB Flash Drive

staff@engadget.com (Max Sheridan) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0000

It's time to do something with that drawer full of old USB flash drives. Breathe new life into unused tech with simple, useful tricks spanning an array of uses.