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TikTok to creators: make longer videos, get paid
TikTok is rolling out the Creator Rewards Program that only pays for videos longer than one minute.
Max will start cracking down on password sharing this year
Max will soon join Netflix and Disney in cracking down on account sharing.
The best music streaming services in 2024
We put Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music and other music streaming services head-to-head to find out which are worth your money.
Dune 2 kicks butt (literally)
Dune Part 2 was worth the wait -- and it'll literally kick your butt.
Spotify rolls out an audiobook-only subscription
Spotify is now offering a subscription tier just for audiobooks. It costs $10 per month and includes the same 15 hours of listening time as a Premium plan.
Streaming video changed the internet forever
No matter how convoluted and expensive streaming video services become, I’ll always think: At least it’s better than watching this thing over dial-up.
Engadget is turning 20
This Saturday, on March 2, 2024, Engadget turns 20. To mark the occasion, our team has prepared almost 20 articles about the tech industry over the past two decades, the products that truly made an impact and how tech has changed our lives.
Meta is killing the Facebook News tab in the US and Australia
In early April, the Facebook News tab will start disappearing for users in the US and Australia. Meta will also stop paying Australian news organizations for their content, ending deals currently worth around $66 million.
TikTok is muting all Universal Music-related songs
More songs are disappearing from and being muted on TikTok. The platform is at loggerheads with Universal Music Group over royalty payments.
Honda built a powered chair to zoom around theme parks while wearing an AR headset
At SXSW this year, people will be able to ride the Honda UNI-ONE while wearing a virtual reality headset and play a choose-your-own VR adventure.
Amazon accused of using AI to 'replicate the voices' of actors in Road House remake
Amazon is being sued by the writer of the original 1989 Patrick Swayze version of the film Road House over alleged copyright infringement in the movie's remake.
Netflix removes grandfathered accounts' access to Apple iTunes billing
Those who've been paying Netflix through iTunes over the past years will soon have to say to goodbye to their lower, discounted rates.
The Borderlands movie trailer has all the nuance of a Borderlands game
The first trailer for the upcoming Borderlands movie is upon us. The film’s directed by Eli Roth and stars Cate Blanchett, Kevin Hart and Jack Black.
Apple Sports puts real-time scores on your iPhone lock screen
Apple Sports will make it easier to get real-time data in your lock screen.
FuboTV accuses Disney, Fox and Warner Bros. of antitrust practices over joint streaming service
FuboTV has filed filed an antitrust lawsuit against Disney, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery after they announced launching a joint sports streaming service.
Signal usernames will keep your phone number private
You'll soon be able to create a unique username on Signal, which you can share with others via a link or QR code, instead of your phone number.
Twitch is increasing channel subscription prices for the first time
Twitch is increasing the prices of its subscriptions for the first time. The UK, Canada, Australia and Turkey are the first countries impacted by the changes.
Apple Music debuts a monthly version of its annual Replay feature
Apple Music is now offering a monthly version of its annual Replay feature. You'll be able to access an archive of your top songs, albums and artists, as well as your personal milestones for each month.
Walmart is buying smart TV maker Vizio for $2.3 billion
Walmart is buying Smart TV manufacturer Vizio for $2.3 billion.
Alan Wake 2 is Remedy's fastest-selling game ever
Alan Wake 2 sold 2.3 million copies in its first four months, making it Remedy's fastest selling game.