DJI’s next smartphone gimbal might have a magnetic quick mount system
Leaked images show DJI's Osmo Mobile 4 smartphone gimbal with a new magnetic mount system.
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LG's transparent OLED displays are on subway windows in China
LG is bringing transparent OLED displays to subway trains in Beijing and Shenzhen.
Read MoreRazer made a dull keyboard and mouse for working from home
You could still play 'Microsoft Flight Simulator' with them, though.
Read MoreSony cameras join the work-from-home webcam party
Following most of its rivals, Sony is helping you look better on Zoom calls with a software release that transforms its mirrorless, compact and DLSR cameras into webcams.
Read MoreApple fans: Tell us how you feel about the Magic Keyboard
Review the 2020 version of Apple's Magic Keyboard on Engadget.
Read MoreOWC's cheap Mac Pro wheels are still pretty expensive
OWC has introduced the first third-party wheels for Apple's Mac Pro, and they're a relative bargain at $250.
Read MoreSony's WH-1000XM4 headphones arrive in mid-August for $350
Thanks to early details in a Walmart listing back in June, we knew the debut for Sony's latest flagship headphones was imminent. With the M4, Sony is introducing some subtle tweaks to the design alongside several new features to make further improvements to the highly-rated 1000X noise-canceling headphones line. All of those tweaks make the M4 more comfortable than its predecessor, especially during longer listening sessions.
Read MoreComputer mouse co-inventor William English dies at 91
William English, who helped invent the mouse and define computer interfaces, has died at 91.
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China's new AI trade rules could hamper a TikTok sale
China has set new AI export rules that could create serious headaches for TikTok's sale.
Read MoreHeron Systems' AI pilot just beat a human in a simulated dogfight
A DARPA event pitted AI pilots against each other, and then the winner took on a human pilot wearing a VR helmet. The AI pilot shot down his simulated F-16 in all five rounds.
Read MoreOral-B's absurd $200 AI toothbrush is finally available
Oral-B's AI-powered iO toothbrush is finally available. It'll cost you $200.
Read MoreNew York City says it will reassess police use of facial recognition
The decision comes as cities across the US reevaluate the controversial technology.
Read MoreWhite House budget proposal would hike AI and quantum funding by 30 percent
A White House proposal for the 2021 budget would raise funding for AI and quantum computing by 30 percent.
Read MoreThese AI-generated tennis matches are both eerie and impressive
An new AI allows us to answer the question of what it would look like if Roger Federer played himself.
Read MoreClearview AI wins an ICE contract as it prepares to defend itself in court
It's the sort of scenario privacy advocates feared when the public learned about Clearview.
Read MoreClearview to rely on First Amendment to defend its face-tracking tech
The CEO has been banging this drum since the lawsuits starting rolling in.
Read MoreWatch AI-controlled virtual fighters take on an Air Force pilot on August 18th
DARPA is holding a virtual dogfight between AI and an Air Force pilot starting August 18th.
Read MoreMIT AI system knows when to make a medical diagnosis or defer to an expert
MIT's machine learning system knows when to make a medical diagnosis and when to ask for human assistance.
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Amazon's Prime Air can officially begin drone delivery trials in the US
Amazon is one step closer to offering commercial drone deliveries.
Read MoreAmazon Halo is a subscription fitness wearable and platform
Amazon's launching its own Fitbit rival, with a screen-free wristband and an app that can do at-home body fat scans.
Read MoreAmazon opens its first-ever Fresh grocery store in Los Angeles
Amazon aims to compete with the likes of Albertsons and Kroger with the launch of its first retail Fresh grocery story in Los Angeles.
Read MoreAmazon's latest AR shopping tool fills your space with virtual furniture
Amazon's new AR shopping tool lets you view multiple pieces of furniture and home decor simultaneously.
Read MoreGermany to probe whether Amazon influenced prices during the pandemic
Germany has launched a probe into Amazon's pricing policies with third-party stores on its site.
Read MoreAmazon can be held liable for defective third-party products, court rules
A California state appeals court has ruled that Amazon can be held liable for damages and injuries caused by faulty products sold on its third-party marketplace.
Read MoreTwitch Prime is now called Prime Gaming
So long, Twitch Prime. Today, Amazon is rebranding the suite of video game-focused perks to match the naming convention of its other digital services, such as Prime Video and Prime Reading.
Read MoreAmazon's Fire HD tablets are back at all-time lows
Amazon's Fire HD tablets are again on sale at their lowest prices ever, matching deals we saw just a couple of weeks ago. With a starting price of just $70, they may have some appeal if you're looking for a cheap entertainment device or e-reader.
Read MoreAmazon may turn dying JC Penney and Sears stores into warehouses
Amazon is reportedly in talks to convert department stores in malls to fulfillment centers for its online shopping business.
Read MoreAmazon now offers a smart clock add-on for the Echo Flex
Amazon has introduced a Smart Clock add-on for the Echo Flex that can show timers while you're cooking a meal.
Read MoreAmazon launches a full season of 'Starfinder' RPG episodes on Alexa
Each episode is expected to last 90 minutes, depending on your playing style.
Read MoreUK approves Amazon's investment in food delivery giant Deliveroo
Amazon's long slog to become a major investor in Deliveroo, one of the UK's largest food delivery services, is finally over. Today, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) confirmed that the company could proceed as the lead investor in a funding round worth $575 million. The deal will give Amazon a 16 percent stake in Deliveroo -- a level of influence that the CMA believes won't reduce competition in the market.
Read MoreNew York and California are reportedly helping the FTC investigate Amazon
The joint investigation could be the prelude to a significant antitrust action from the federal government.
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Apple's App Store appeals process is now open for developers
Developers can now suggest changes to Apple's App Store guidelines.
Read MoreApple resurrects its iPod 'Music Quiz' game for iOS 14
Apple has brought back its classic 'Music Quiz' iPod game with iOS 14, and it didn't even need an app to do it.
Read MoreApple's next entry-level iPad might look a lot like an iPad Pro
A leak of possible schematics for the next entry-level iPad hint at an iPad Pro-like design with Face ID and Magic Keyboard support.
Read MoreApple officially unplugs Epic from the App Store
Right on schedule, Apple has terminated the App Store account Epic Games used to support and maintain Fortnite.
Read MoreWhat you need to know about Apple's iPhone 12 and 12 Pro
What is the iPhone 12 Pro series? The iPhone 12 Pro Max, on the other hand, just might be the biggest iPhone Apple has ever made. What is the iPhone 12 series?
Read MoreFacebook says Apple blocked message noting 30 percent App Store fee
Apple wouldn't allow Facebook to tell its users that the tech giant is getting a cut from the sales of paid online events, the social network told Reuters. Earlier this month, Facebook launched a new feature that gives businesses and creators a way to charge for the online events they host on the platform. Facebook said it also asked Apple to reduce its 30 percent App Store tax or to at least allow it to use Facebook Pay to collect users' payments directly.
Read MoreApple pays $9.75 million to settle lawsuit over Powerbeats2 charging issues
Apple has agreed to pay $9.75 million to settle a class-action lawsuit over charging issues with its Powerbeats2 wireless earphones.
Read More'Fortnite' players on Apple devices will be locked out of the new season
They won't be able to play with friends on other platforms either.
Read MoreApple is reportedly working on AR content for TV+ shows
Apple plans to introduce bonus augmented reality (AR) content to its Apple TV+ streaming service.
Read MoreApple's Final Cut Pro X uses AI to auto-crop videos for social media
Apple released a major update that includes improvements for remote collaboration.
Read MoreApple gears up for direct iPhone sales in India
The online Apple Store comes to India next month, and a real-world one is due to arrive in 2021.
Read MoreApple buys a VR company that put real faces on virtual avatars
The company offered free-roam VR experiences, as well as a way of making virtual avatars that used your real face.
Read MoreApple is opening its first 'floating' store in Singapore
Apple has hundreds of physical stores dotted around the world, serving as stores, repair centers and community hubs where people can learn to be more creative. Until now, though, none of these glistening Apple meccas have been built on water. As The Straits Times reports, the company has confirmed plans to open a dome-shaped store near the Marina Bay Sands resort in Singapore.
Read MoreApple won't force WordPress to offer in-app purchases
Apple is no longer pushing WordPress to include in-app purchases in its iOS app after an initial uproar.
Read MoreApple apparently blocked WordPress app updates to force IAP support
Apple's push to make sure developers aren't getting paid via apps without using its gateway (and providing the company a cut) apparently cut off updates to the WordPress app on iOS for a while.
Read MoreApple court filing claims Epic's 'Fortnite' setup is like shoplifting
"If developers can avoid the digital checkout, it is the same as if a customer leaves an Apple retail store without paying for shoplifted product: Apple does not get paid."
Read MoreMajor news organizations join the fight against Apple’s App Store fees
News sites have joined Epic and Spotify in fighting Apple's high App Store commissions (via the WSJ). A group representing the New York Times, WSJ and other major publishers wants Apple to reduce the 30 percent cut it currently takes on first year subscriptions. "The terms of Apple's unique marketplace greatly impact the ability to continue to invest in high-quality, trusted news and entertainment particularly in competition with other larger firms," said Jason Kint, CEO of Digital Content Next (DCN).
Read MoreApple renames Beats 1 and launches two new radio stations
Say goodbye to Apple Music's Beats 1 — at least in name. Today, Apple announced it was rebranding its flagship radio station from Beats 1 to Apple Music 1. It's a logical move, given that "Beats 1" was the only place Beats branding showed up in the Apple Music service.
Read MoreEpic Games asks court to stop Apple pulling its developer tools next week
Epic Games has filed yet another lawsuit against Apple.
Read MoreApple will give third-party Mac repair shops its stamp of approval
Apple will verify third-party Mac repair shops, too.
Read MoreHuge video game companies are exposing Apple's iOS hypocrisy
Epic, xCloud and Congress are setting the stage for change on the App Store.
Read More'Fortnite' maker Epic Games sues Apple over App Store policies
The lawsuit comes after Apple removed 'Fortnite' from its App Store.
Read MoreApple removes 'Fortnite' from App Store following direct payment push
Apple has called Epic's bluff.
Read MoreWhat if Apple was forced to allow app sales outside of the iOS store?
It's a thought experiment: What if regulators allow companies to bypass the iOS App Store?
Read MoreApple is reportedly planning a Peloton-like fitness subscription
Apple may be working on virtual fitness classes that would compete against offerings from Nike and Peloton, according to Bloomberg.
Read MoreApple is reportedly planning 'Apple One' subscription bundles
Apple has many subscription services, and now it wants to bundle them together. As Bloomberg reports, the company is preparing a series of bundles -- currently dubbed "Apple One" internally -- that will offer multiple Apple-made services at a reduced monthly price. The cheapest will reportedly combine Apple Music and Apple TV+, followed by pricier options that stack Apple Arcade, then Apple News +, and finally iCloud storage on top.
Read MoreRussia's antitrust watchdog finds Apple abused App Store 'dominance'
The agency launched an investigation into Apple after Kaspersky Lab filed a complaint against the company over its rejection of its Safe Kids app.
Read MoreApple’s first watchOS 7 public beta is now available
Following the release of the iOS 14 and macOS Big Sur public betas, Apple has released the first public beta for watchOS 7.
Read MoreApple countersues headphone maker Koss in AirPods patent dispute
It claims the inventor of stereo headphones didn't have the right to sue.
Read MoreApple: iOS games need individual review, which blocks cloud gaming apps
Apple claims its App Store policies prohibit cloud gaming services like xCloud, Stadia or GeForce Now because each game needs to be reviewed individually.
Read MoreApple Maps' Street View-like feature expands to cities in Japan
So far, Apple Maps' Street View-like Look Around feature has only been available in select cities in the US. However, it has now expanded internationally for the first time, coming to four cities in Japan: Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya and Kyoto.
Read MoreApple sponsors a three-year UCLA study on depression and anxiety
Apple's latest research project will see the company sponsor a study on depression from UCLA.
Read MorePhil Schiller is ending his long reign as Apple's marketing chief
Greg Joswiak will now be the face of the iPhone.
Read MoreApple updates the 27-inch iMac with new chips, finally makes SSDs standard
No, the exterior design still hasn't changed, but under the hood the company is touting new processors and graphics, a higher-res webcam with improved low-light performance and a new audio setup that borrows the "studio-quality" mic array already found on select MacBook Pros. Most importantly, perhaps, Apple is finally (finally) making SSDs standard across the line, for both the 27-inch and 21.5-inch iMacs. As for graphics, the vanilla configurations have either an AMD Radeon Pro 5300 card or Radeon Pro 5500 XT, both 7-nanometer GPUs built on AMD's RDNA architecture.
Read MoreDark Sky on Android shuts down following Apple deal
As promised, Apple has shut down Dark Sky for Android after buying the developer.
Read MoreApple's latest acquisition could turn iPhones into payment terminals
According to Bloomberg, Apple has acquired a startup called Mobeewave Inc., which is behind a technology that can turn iPhones into payment terminals. Mobeewave's technology only requires an app and a Near Field Communications (NFC) chip to work. As Bloomberg notes, Apple rival Samsung teamed up with Mobeewave last year to turn some of its phones into payment terminals for small businesses.
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Edison's new email service lets you block senders before they hit your inbox
Edison Software, the company behind the popular Edison email app (that recently had a serious bug) has unveiled a new privacy-focused email app called Onmail.
Read MoreAlgoriddim spins off its AI audio tools into the standalone Neural Mix Pro app
Algoriddim launches its AI audio tool Neural Mix Pro, which can extract stem-like instrumentals, acappellas, drum tracks and more from your existing music collection.
Read MoreOlympus cameras can now be turned into webcams on a Mac
Last month, Olympus unveiled an app that transformed its OM-D cameras into webcams on Windows, but a Mac version was nowhere to be found. Now, the company has rectified that with a beta webcam version for macOS.
Read MoreChrome's new tab grouping feature brings order to chaos
Chrome is getting a handful of new features and faster tabs.
Read MoreGoogle Arts & Culture app lets you view ancient creatures in AR
Google has spent years developing 3D models that you can view and manipulate in the real world using smartphone-based AR. Tigers, velociraptors, Iron Man and even Childish Gambino — I've enjoyed summoning them all from the comfort of my living room. Google's latest AR offering is an ancient crustacean with a large black eye covered in tiny lenses.
Read MoreFirefox's overhauled Android app adds the browser's best desktop features
Firefox's overhauled Android app is built on an entirely new browser engine.
Read MoreZoom was down first thing Monday morning
Zoom does note this is only a "partial outage" so you should probably try joining your morning meeting before assuming it is cancelled. By sometime after 11AM ET, though, Zoom said that it was through the worst of the outage. "We are deploying a fix now."
Read MoreWindows 10 can run apps from your Samsung phone
A Windows 10 preview release can use Your Phone to run mobile apps on your desktop, but only from Samsung phones for now.
Read MoreAdobe Lightroom iOS update permanently deleted users’ photos
A recent update to the Adobe Lightroom app permanently deleted some iOS users' photos and presets, an Adobe rep confirmed on the Photoshop feedback forums. "We know that some customers have photos and presets that are not recoverable," Flohr wrote.
Read MoreAdobe brings clipping masks and better brush management to Fresco
The drawing app now works on more Windows 10 PCs, too.
Read MoreDoorDash adds on-demand grocery delivery to its app
More than 75 million people in the US will have access to on-demand grocery delivery through the DoorDash app.
Read MoreInstacart will cover the cost of its shoppers' COVID-19 screenings
It'll also ask them and customers to wear masks whenever they interact.
Read MoreDeezer now has an analytics app for podcasters
Streaming service Deezer has launched a dedicated analytics app for podcast creators, joining other podcasting platforms already offering analytics like Google Podcasts and Stitcher.
Read MoreSonarworks' headphone calibration app adds support for Apple, Bose models
The company introduced SoundID at CES earlier this year, presenting it as an app that can calibrate your headphones and create a sound profile that's unique to you. To create a profile on SoundID, you need to choose one of the supported headphone models and then listen to a few samples.
Read MoreTelegram's one-on-one video calls are live on Android and iOS
Video calling has finally arrived on Telegram. The secure messaging app promised group video calls earlier this year at the beginning of coronavirus-related lockdowns, which made applications like Zoom and Google Meet more popular than ever. It has yet to roll out group video calls, but the alpha version of its one—on—one video calling feature is now out for Android and iOS.
Read MoreFacebook is the latest tech giant to blast Apple's 'App Store tax'
This is far from the first time a disagreement between Facebook and Apple has played out publicly.
Read MoreAt 25, Internet Explorer's legacy has never been more relevant
Internet Explorer is 25, and the antitrust woes Microsoft experienced in the late '90s foreshadow what's happening now.
Read MoreGoogle pulled 'Fortnite' from the Play Store on Android
Apple pulled 'Fortnite' earlier in the day, and now Google has done the same on Android. Their issue is Epic Games' decision to push for direct payments that bypass the cut their app store policies require. However, on Android players can still install the game via sideloading.
Read MorePhotoshop's upcoming tagging system will help identify edited images
Adobe will plans to preview the technology later this year.
Read MoreSignal lets you see more info before you accept a message from a stranger
Signal lets you see a sender's profile before you accept, delete or block a message or call.
Read MoreEpic Games offers ‘Fortnite’ discounts if you bypass Android and iOS app stores
Epic Games is offering 'Fortnite' discounts for players who make in-app purchases outside of the App Store and Google Play Store.
Read MoreDropbox's password manager and secure file vault come to premium users
Dropbox's password manager is officially headed to premium users.
Read MoreWaze's railroad alerts are now available worldwide
Dani Simons, Waze's head of Public Sector Partnerships, said "This feature exemplifies Waze's commitment to building for its Driving app, being the first to implement features and emphasizes our focus on safety."
Read More'Minecraft: Education Edition' is available on Chromebooks
Minecraft: Education Edition is finally making its way to the most popular school computing platform in the US.
Read MoreThe macOS Big Sur public beta is now available
You can try out big updates to Messages, Maps, Safari and more.
Read MoreAdobe and Box make it easier to create and edit PDFs in the cloud
Adobe Acrobat for Box is available today for Acrobat DC subscribers.
Read MoreThe first US COVID-19 app built on Apple and Google tracking tech is here
The Virginia Department of Health has launched COVIDWISE, an app that uses Apple and Google's COVID-19 contact tracing technology to track coronavirus cases and notify users when they may have been exposed. State officials had been beta testing the app, which is the first to fully use Apple and Google's exposure notification API. As of today, the app is free to download in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
Read MoreZoom adds silly filters and more noise suppression options
Zoom's background noise suppression is being subtly updated, too.
Read MoreThe first US COVID-19 exposure notification apps could arrive within 'weeks'
Google and Apple released COVID-19 exposure notification technology that can work across Android and iOS in May, but so far apps to use it haven't launched in the US. Now Google says the first ones should launch in 'the coming weeks,' while Canada launched its app on Friday.
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Hitting the Books: Big Tech turns your every move into profit
Conspiracy theories fly across YouTube, Facebook plays host to extremist communities — and all the while Big Tech's stock is soaring. In Terms of Disservice: How Silicon Valley is Destructive by Design, Dipayan Ghosh points to Silicon Valley's business models, which direct the waves of personal data that flow across the internet, as an underlying issue.
Read MoreMicrosoft backs Epic's request to keep using Apple developer tools
Microsoft has filed a statement supporting Epic's concern that Apple might be threatening all Unreal Engine game developers.
Read MoreCaught between Epic, Apple and Google, indie devs watch and wait
"Let them fight," said Vlambeer co-founder Rami Ismail.
Read MoreUber can now deliver prescriptions in Seattle and Dallas
The company is expanding its Uber Health business.
Read MorePanasonic's $835 cubicle offers authentic office hell in your home
Panasonic's Komoru is a depressing, $835 cubicle for your living room.
Read MoreZoom calls are coming to Amazon, Google and Facebook smart displays
Zoom has just announced that its Zoom for Home video conferencing platform will soon be available on Amazon's Echo Shows, Google's smart displays plus Facebook's line of Portal devices.
Read MoreAdobe Max 2020 will be virtual and free for all
Adobe's Max 2020 virtual conference begins October 20th.
Read MoreRadio Flyer's $100 Tesla Model Y is powered by kids' feet
Radio Flyer's My First Model Y is a mini Tesla for kids four years old and younger.
Read MoreNVIDIA's GPU Technology Conference goes online in October
CEO Jensen Huang will kick things off with a keynote.
Read MoreUS tightens restrictions on Huawei to close trade loopholes
The US is expanding trade restrictions meant to limit Huawei's access to semiconductors.
Read MoreHuawei's expired US license is bad news for phone owners
The Commerce Department has allowed Huawei's trade ban exceptions to expire, possibly marking the end to phone OS updates.
Read MorePinterest employees are staging a walkout after discrimination allegations
Pinterest employees are planning a walkout today at 1PM PST following discrimination allegations by several former employees. In a Medium post and NY Times article, former COO Françoise Brougher said she was fired over issues over gender discrimination and has filed a lawsuit against the the company. That's after two Black female Pinterest employees quit after tweeting that they were underpaid and faced racist comments and retaliation from managers.
Read MoreLyft will temporarily shut down in California if forced to reclassify drivers
Lyft says it may temporarily suspend service in California if it is required to classify drivers as employees.
Read MoreUber warns of temporary California shut down if it has to reclassify drivers
Uber CEO says the company may suspend service in California if the court doesn't rule in its favor.
Read MoreWalmart tests same-day delivery with Instacart
The partnership makes both Walmart and Instacart stronger in opposition to Amazon and Whole Foods.
Read MoreMozilla lays off 250 employees due to the pandemic
Mozilla, makers of Firefox, is restructuring to give it a chance of surviving the pandemic.
Read MoreSoftBank is in talks to sell ARM (at a time when ARM chips matter)
Would an NVIDIA-owned ARM maintain its neutrality?
Read MoreTech giants back lawsuit against US guest worker ban
Apple, Facebook, Microsoft and 49 other tech companies are fighting against the administration's guest worker visa ban.
Read MoreUber wants the government's help to establish a gig workers 'benefits' fund
Uber has been under fire for the last few years about how it classifies its drivers. At least a few states believe those drivers should be treated as full employees, with the benefits that come along with it. Uber, on the other hand, continues to argue that treating those employees as contractors gives them much-needed "freedom" to work whenever they want, while also essentially admitting that it can't afford to pay those contractors as full employees.
Read MoreQualcomm reportedly asks US to let it sell chips for Huawei phones
Qualcomm is reportedly lobbying the US in hopes of selling Snapdragon chips for use in Huawei phones.
Read MoreFacebook slams Apple's restrictive policies as its gaming app arrives on iOS
As promised, Facebook has released its Gaming app on iOS, but it sure isn't happy about it. In fact, the app has no games at all on iPhones and iPads, meaning functionality is limited to game streams and social functions. That's because Apple wouldn't approve the app with any games, for some of the same reasons that it has denied approval to Google's Stadia and Microsoft's xCloud, among other services.
Read More20GB of Intel internal documents were leaked online
More than 20GB worth of Intel internal documents has been uploaded on Mega, and according to ZDNet, the chipmaker is now trying to ascertain how the files were leaked. A Swiss software engineer named Till Kottmann published the documents, most of which are marked "confidential." Kottmann has history publishing data from major tech companies that was leaked online through various avenues, such as misconfigured Git repositories.
Read MoreMicrosoft’s xCloud delayed on iOS as testing halted
Microsoft starting testing its Project xCloud game streaming service on iOS with some fanfare, but the future of the project is now unclear. While Microsoft is preparing to launch the Android version, it has ended its public trial on iOS early, with the app no longer available.
Read MoreNew York State targets big tech with tougher antitrust bill
New York state's proposed bill would broaden the scope of what's considered antitrust behavior, increase penalties and allow class action antitrust lawsuits.
Read MoreWalmart's Amazon Prime competitor is delayed, again
The coronavirus pandemic has been hindering Walmart's plans to introduce its answer to Amazon Prime. Recode says it's because Walmart has delayed the subscription service's debut yet again, and it's unclear if the company has a new date in mind.
Read MoreAfter math: Big Tech gets bigger while AMC's release window gets shorter
As the dust settles on another non-stop spate of news let's take a look back at the some of the top headlines from the week that was. Trolls: World Tour isn't the sort of film that one would expect to cause controversy but at the start of the COVID pandemic, AMC and Universal got themselves into a knock down drag out fight over the family film — specifically whether or not it could be released on VOD before its window of theatrical exclusivity closed.
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The Morning After: Meet LG's face-hugging personal air purifier
LG's PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier is much more than a mask, and it turns out that nearly half of the Scots-language version of Wikipedia was edited by someone who doesn't know how to speak or write in Scots.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Sony will directly invite some gamers to pre-order the PS5
This morning we're looking at a new COVID-19 test & app combo, as well as Sony's direct pre-order process for the PlayStation 5 -- good luck.
Read MoreThe Morning After: iRobot Roombas are getting a 'genius' upgrade
This morning's newsletter breaks down the latest news in Apple vs. Epic, Roomba's 'genius' update, a 4K Nintendo Switch rumor and the VR game that simulates flying in coach for some reason.
Read MoreThe Morning After: But can it run 'Crysis Remastered' in 8K?
This morning we're digging into Apple vs. Epic, Wordpress and everyone else, the new 'Crysis Remastered' trailer and looking at some transparent OLEDs.
Read MoreThe Morning After: One typo created a random skyscraper in 'Flight Simulator'
A glitch in the data used for 'Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020' caused an errant megastructure in Australia.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Gmail went down and BlackBerry came back
Gmail, BlackBerry and Zoom. This morning's newsletter has something for everyone.
Read MoreThe Morning After: 'Ghost of Tsushima' multiplayer is coming this fall
This morning we're looking at the co-op news for 'ghost of Tsushima,' as well as some key updates coming to Google Chrome.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Epic and 'Fortnite' vs. Apple and Google
We'll break down the fight between Epic Games and mobile app stores, plus the biggest news from Intel's Architecture Day 2020 and take a peek at the Lego Star Wars Holiday Special.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Watch an Air Force pilot take on AI-controlled fighters online
AI air-fights, Xbox Series S and more!
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our favorite noise-canceling headphones got an upgrade
This morning's recap includes an explanation of what is (and is not) potentially getting banned, plus a look at our review of Sony's excellent WH-1000XM4 noise-canceling headphones.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Google's $350 Pixel 4a is the best midrange phone you can buy
This morning we're digging into Google's new phone, the Pixel 4a, and preparing for Samsung's Galaxy Note 20 / Galaxy Z Fold2 event at 10 AM ET.
Read MoreThe Morning After: NASA-SpaceX astronauts' historic splashdown
Historic space milestones, TikTok drama and more!
Read MoreThe Morning After: Trump threatens to 'ban' TikTok
Charging documents from the prosecutors claim the Florida teen conducted a spear phishing attack by pretending to be Twitter IT and convincing an employee to hand over credentials. Looking forward, we're ready for some big news next week, with Google's Pixel 4a poised to launch on Monday before Samsung's big Galaxy Unpacked event Wednesday. This week on the show, Devindra and Cherlynn chat about Facebook, Apple, Google and Amazon's long-awaited antitrust hearing.
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Buying Guides (34)
The Razer Blade 15 with a 4K OLED display is $300 off
If you have yet to buy a new laptop for school and always wanted a device that can handle both work and play, you can now grab a powerful machine from Razer for less. The Blade 15 gaming laptop with a 15.6-inch 4K OLED display is $300 off at Best Buy and Razer's own website, dropping it to $1,999. There are a number of other models of the Blade 15 on sale as well as part of Intel's Gamer Days event, but you'll save the most if you opt for the 4K model.
Read MoreInstant Pot's WiFi-connected pressure cooker drops to $80 at Best Buy
The Instant Pot took kitchens by storm and has become a staple in many over the past few years. Best Buy has a daily deal on the most connected Instant Pot model of the bunch — today the Instant Pot Smart WiFi (6-quart) is on sale for $80. The deal also makes it the same price as the Instant Pot Duo (6-quart), a machine that's just as solid but a bit more basic than the Smart WiFi model.
Read MoreThe best deals we found this week: AirPods Pro, Galaxy Buds+ and more
The best deals from this week include Apple AirPods Pro for $200, Samsung Galaxy Buds+ for $130 and DJI Osmo Mobile 3 for $98.
Read MoreDJI's Osmo Mobile 3 costs less than $100 at Amazon right now
Just one day after the launch of DJI's newest smartphone gimbal, the previous model has been discounted by $21. The DJI Osmo Mobile 3 is on sale for $98 at Amazon and the combo kit, which includes the gimbal along with a carrying case, grip tripod and a few other accessories, dropped from $140 to $119. The Osmo Mobile 3 launched around this time last year and it has most of the same features, and a nearly identical design, to the new $150 OM4.
Read MoreApple AirPods return to $129 on Amazon
Apple's standard AirPods have returned to a record low price on Amazon. Now you can grab the wireless earbuds for $129, which is $30 off their normal price. Sales like this on the AirPods with wired case come and go every couple of months on Amazon, but when they arrive, they tend to last only a few days (either due to the sale price expiring or stock selling out).
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Buds+ drop to $130 on Amazon
Samsung's Galaxy Buds+ are great wireless earbuds for Android users and solid alternatives to AirPods now that they have their own iOS app. Samsung debuted these true wireless earbuds back in February we gave them a score of 83, mostly because the company made some major improvements without messing with the good stuff.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Pro return to a record low price on Amazon
Apple's AirPods Pro are back to a low price of $220 on Amazon.
Read MoreGrab Samsung's 500GB T7 external SSD for just $80 at Amazon and Best Buy
Samsung's 500GB T7 SSD is on sale for $80 at Amazon and Best Buy, giving you a low-cost option for fast external storage.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: Amazon Echo devices, iPad mini and more
This week's best deals include Amazon's latest Echo device and Fire TV device sale and $50 off Apple's iPad mini.
Read MoreTCL's 8-series Roku TVs are half off again at Best Buy
Now's a good time to upgrade your TV thanks to a new sale on some of the latest TCL models at Best Buy. Two TCL 8-series Roku smart TVs are discounted again — the 65-inch model is down to $1,000 and the 75-inch model is down to $1,500, making them both 50 percent off.
Read MoreGet an Echo Show with a free Echo Show 5 for $180 at Best Buy
As Amazon continues its "off-to-college" savings event, Best Buy is offering a couple of Alexa speaker bundles that are great deals if you want the most bang for your buck. The latest among them is a bundle that includes a free Echo Show 5 and a Philips Hue smart light bulb when you buy an Echo Show for $180. Not only do you get those two freebies, but you're getting the Echo Show smart display for $50 off.
Read MoreApple's 256GB iPad Air is $100 off right now
The iPad Air often gets overlooked because it's not the most affordable iPad you can get, nor does it have all of the high-end features that the iPad Pros do. Buy iPad Air (256GB) at Amazon - $550 We'll first caution that the iPad Air has been frequently in and out of stock at Amazon.
Read MoreB&H has an LTE iPad Pro on sale for $669, if you don't mind an older model
Buy 2018 iPad Pro at B&H Photo - $669 Buy 2018 iPad Pro + Magic Keyboard at B&H Photo - $999 The iPad Pro model included in these deals has 64GB of storage and WiFi + LTE capabilities.
Read MoreNintendo's 'Ring Fit Adventure' is $10 off at Amazon
Buy Ring Fit Adventure at Amazon - $70 First and foremost, we'll caution that Ring Fit Adventure has been in and out of stock on Amazon for months.
Read MoreSony's WH-XB900N wireless ANC headphones are $100 off today
Active noise-cancelling headphones can be a live saver when you're trying to shut out the world to get some work done or just relax. Today only, you can get a solid pair for less: Sony's WH-XB900N wireless ANC headphones (in both blue and black) are on sale for $148 at Amazon, which is $100 off their normal price and the lowest we've seen them since the end of 2019.
Read MoreAmazon knocks $50 off Apple's latest iPad mini
Amazon has a new sale on the latest iPad mini. The iPad mini makes a more versatile e-reader thanks to its 7.9-inch display on which it's great to read books, comics and articles.
Read MoreApple's latest Mac Mini drops to its lowest price ever on Amazon
The Mac Mini remains the most affordable way to get a new macOS machine and now Amazon lets you get your foot in the door for even less. The entry-level Mac Mini is on sale for $669 at the online retailer, which is $100 off its normal price and a total of $130 off its launch price.
Read MoreAmazon's back-to-school deals include a $75 Echo Plus
Amazon is running a back-to-school sale that includes a $75 Echo Plus and bargains on other Echo, Fire TV and Kindle devices.
Read MoreiRobot's high-end Roomba i7+ vacuum is back down to its lowest price
It's hard to get around the former, but Wellbots' sale makes it much easier to recommend the i7+.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 5 drops to $299 at Walmart
Walmart is selling an Apple Watch Series 5 with a white Sport Band for just $299, well below the official price.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: Amazon Fire tablets, Apple MacBook Pro and more
The best deals from this past week include Amazon Fire tablets at their lowest prices ever and hundreds off of Apple's latest MacBook Pro laptops.
Read MoreLenovo’s 7-inch Google-powered smart display is only $75 at Best Buy
Buy Lenovo Smart Display 7 at Best Buy - $75 While Google's Nest Hub is the same size, Lenovo's smart display adds more powerful speakers as well as a camera shutter and mic-mute button.
Read MoreJabra's Elite 75t wireless earbuds drop back down to their lowest price ever
The Jabra Elite 75t true wireless earbuds are on sale for $150 at Amazon and Best Buy, which is $30 off their normal price and the lowest they've been since June. The sale price applies to the "titanium black" and "gold beige" models at Amazon and only the "titanium black" and Best Buy.
Read MoreThe Surface Laptop 3 is down to only $800 on Amazon
Microsoft's Surface Laptop 3 is a great blend of power and portability, and a great-looking laptop to boot. Now, you can get the 13.5-inch model from Amazon for as little as $800, matching a deal that Amazon offered last month.
Read MoreAmazon knocks $300 off Apple's 16-inch MacBook Pro
It continues to be a good time to pick up an Apple laptop if you need one for work or school. Yesterday brought deals on the 13-inch MacBook Pro and now you can save hundreds on the 16-inch MacBook Pro, too. Amazon has the laptop starting at $2,099, which is $300 off its normal price.
Read MoreSony's WH-1000XM3 wireless ANC headphones are $100 off today
While those are great additions to the WH-1000XM4s, the WH-1000XM3s remain fantastic wireless headphones.
Read MoreThe latest 13-inch MacBook Pro is $200 off at Amazon and B&H Photo
Buy MacBook Pro (512GB) at Amazon - $1,600 Buy MacBook Pro (512GB) at B&H Photo - $1,600 Buy MacBook Pro (1TB) at Amazon - $1,800 Buy MacBook Pro (1TB) at B&H Photo - $1,800 These MacBook Pros just came out in May so you're getting the newest laptops you can possibly get from Apple.
Read MoreGrab a free Amazon Echo Show 5 when you buy an Echo Studio at Best Buy
Best Buy is offering a free Amazon Echo Show 5 if you buy an Echo Studio.
Read MoreThe best games on Google Play Pass
It's no Apple Arcade, but Google Play Pass has a lot of great titles to offer.
Read MoreThe best deals we found this week: Nest WiFi, Sony wireless earbuds and more
The best deals from this week include the Google Nest WiFi system for $199 and Sony true wireless earbuds for less.
Read MoreSony's excellent ANC earbuds are on sale for $170 today
Save big on Sony true wireless earbuds in Best Buy's one-day sale.
Read MoreGet Google's Nest WiFi router and one access point for $199
Save $70 on Google's Nest WiFi router with one access point.
Read MoreAirPods with wireless charging case drop to $140 at Amazon
Amazon sale knocks the price of Apple's AirPods with wireless charging case to new low of $140.
Read MoreSave $40 on CalDigit's excellent Thunderbolt 3 docking station
A docking station can help your makeshift home office space look and feel more organized, and add functionality on top of that. CalDigit makes a number of solid docks and adapters and its TS3 Plus Thunderbolt 3 docking station is on sale for $210 right now at B&H Photo. If you have a laptop with only a few Thunderbolt 3 ports, you've probably needed some kind of adapter in the past.
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Computing (8)
Leaks show off NVIDIA RTX 3000 series graphics cards from Zotac
Leaks on Twitter show off early hints of the new 3000 series graphics cards from NVIDIA and partners like Zotac Gaming.
Read MoreWindows 95 turned 25 today
Windows 95 is 25 -- yes, the Start menu has been around for that long.
Read MoreHow the UK's algorithm-based grading fell apart
Students, parents and educators alike expressed their anger and disappointment over the algorithm's results. The backlash to Ofqual's algorithm was only matched by its complexity. The students in each class or year group were ranked and roughly matched up with the grades range provided by Ofqual.
Read MoreIntel dishes on Tiger Lake, 'SuperFin' transistors and what lies ahead
Intel has spent the past decade refining its FinFET transistor technology, starting with its Ivy Bridge CPUs in 2012. Now, Intel is ready for its next big architecture leap, SuperFin, its name for a refined FinFET process combined with a "super metal insulator metal capacitor." For users, that mouthful means that Intel has been able to deliver its biggest speed improvement ever within a single node (in this case, its 10 nanometer architecture).
Read MoreIntel's discrete Xe GPU for gamers is coming in 2021
Intel's Xe GPU for gamers will arrive in 2021.
Read MoreWill QLC SSDs make hard drives extinct?
QLC flash is enabling bigger and bigger SSDs, including the first 8TB consumer flash drives, but it comes with the serious drawbacks. How exactly does flash memory work, what is QLC and what is it good for?
Read MoreNVIDIA will show off its next-gen graphics cards on September 1st
NVIDIA announced a big event scheduled for September 1st.
Read MoreCode compiler pioneer Frances Allen dies at 88
Frances Allen, who helped invent the code compiler and parallel computing, has died at the age of 88.
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Cybersecurity (24)
PayPal has a fraud problem
A string of 'invoice' scams suggests PayPal isn't doing enough to prevent fraud.
Read MoreThree men have been charged with leaking movies for nearly a decade
Law enforcement arrested three men involved with a global film and TV piracy ring.
Read MoreTesla worked with the FBI to block a million dollar ransomware attack
Tesla avoided a ransomware attack with the help of an honest employee and the FBI.
Read MoreFBI and CISA warn against surge in voice phishing campaigns
Authorities saw an uptick in voice phishing (or "vishing") campaigns after the pandemic forced companies to implement work-from-home arrangements. While the agencies didn't confirm the report, they said that cybercriminals started a vishing campaign in mid-July 2020.
Read MoreGoogle Drive flaw may let attackers fool you into installing malware
Google Drive reportedly has a security flaw that lets attackers use version control to install malware on users' devices.
Read MoreFormer Uber security chief charged with covering up 2016 hack
The hack exposed the email addresses and phone numbers of 57 million Uber drivers and customers.
Read MoreWorld's biggest cruise line company hit by ransomware attack
The world's largest cruise operator Carnival has revealed that it suffered a ransomware attack and security breach that could affect customer and employee data.
Read MoreLawsuit forces The Weather Channel app to disclose location use
The app's privacy policy states that TWC could share people's data with partners and use it for targeted advertising.
Read MoreChrome will soon let you know if a web form is unsecure
It'll turn off autofill on forms that are submitted insecurely.
Read MoreSecret Service bought location data pulled from common apps
The US Secret Service paid a private company for access to location data generated by common smartphone apps.
Read MoreUS officials seize cryptocurrency accounts tied to al-Qaeda and ISIS
Agents recouped about $2 million worth of virtual currency in total.
Read MoreWSJ: TikTok used a loophole to track MAC addresses on Android
As TikTok continues to face accusations that it spies on users, a breakdown of its software confirms that until late last year it collected specific device information from Android phones including their MAC address.
Read MoreUK court rules police facial recognition trials violate privacy laws
Facial recognition is unreliable, dystopian and, according to a British court, incompatible with privacy and data protection legislation.
Read MoreFormer employees claim Talkspace mined therapy transcripts for marketing
Multiple former Talkspace employees claim the therapy app improperly uses the data of its users.
Read MoreCapital One fined $80 million over 2019 data breach
Capital One has been fined $80 million for a 2019 data breach that left 100 million Americans vulnerable.
Read MoreHackers defaced dozens of Reddit communities with pro-Trump messages
Hackers defaced numerous Reddit communities with pro-Trump messages, possibly through mod accounts.
Read MoreHave I Been Pwned's code base will be open sourced
It'll help ensure 'a more sustainable future' for the project after a failed acquisition process.
Read MoreCanon is the latest to be hit by a possible ransomware attack
After Garmin reportedly paid millions to get its systems online, Canon might also be victim to a ransomware attack, according to Bleeping Computer. More than 20 Canon domains, including its main US site, are affected or down, and attackers may have stolen up to 10TB of data.
Read MoreSecurity flaw in Twitter Android app might have exposed Direct Messages
Twitter acknowledged today that there was a security vulnerability in its Android app that would have exposed private data such as Direct Messages if exploited by an attacker through a malicious app (via CNBC). The issue is now fixed and is related to an underlying Android OS security issue that only affects OS versions 8 and 9. According to Twitter, around 96 percent of people using Twitter for Android already have a security patch for this vulnerability.
Read MoreLastPass will warn you if your passwords show up on the dark web
LastPass features a new Security Dashboard that provides an overview of the security of all your online accounts.
Read MoreThe NSA tells military personnel to avoid using location services
The NSA has issued a multi-page bulletin, warning US military personnel to protect their location data.
Read MoreGarmin reportedly paid millions to resolve its recent ransomware attack
The company is said to have made the payment through a third party.
Read MoreAlleged Twitter hacker was previously caught stealing a fortune in Bitcoin
The teenage "mastermind" behind last month's Twitter hack reportedly stole hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of Bitcoin last year.
Read MoreMalware writer pleads guilty to helping $568 million cybercrime ring
A malware creator linked to the $568 million Infraud cybercrime ring has pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges.
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Entertainment (6)
Doom Eternal's first expansion arrives on October 20th
The Ancient Gods: Part One, the first campaign expansion for Doom Eternal comes out on October 20th. Developer id Software shared a full trailer showing off the upcoming DLC during Gamescon 2020 earlier today. The trailer shows Doomguy up to his usual hijinks, taking out demons with Eternal's fun arsenal of weapons, including the Super Shotgun and Meat Hook.
Read MoreWhat's on TV: 'Bill and Ted Face the Music,' 'Madden NFL 21'
This week the new Bill & Ted movie is getting a release direct to home viewers, who can purchase the movie for $25. For gamers, this is the release week for Madden NFL 21. Some special edition buyers have access already, while others will have to wait a few days or be satisfied with the NBA 2K21 demo.
Read MoreWhat's on TV: 'Flight Simulator,' 'Biohackers' and 'Lucifer'
This week's big game release is Microsoft Flight Simulator on the PC. Sports fans can tune in to playoff action from the NBA and NHL, while on streaming, Lucifer is back with the first half of its new season on Netflix. Netflix is also premiering a sci-fi thriller in Biohackers, and the video game documentary High Score.
Read MoreThe last Blockbuster is hosting an Airbnb sleepover in September
Stay the night in a bunker of '90s nostalgia.
Read MoreWatch the first trailer for Ridley Scott's creepy android series on HBO Max
Ridley Scott's Raised by Wolves was supposed to be a straight-to-series order for TNT, but it officially became an HBO Max title last year. Now, the newly launched streaming service has released a trailer for the upcoming sci—fi series, and it showcases elements that bring back memories of Scott's Alien franchise. Scott directed Raised by Wolves' first two episodes, making it his directorial debut for TV, while Prisoners' Aaron Guzikowski served as showrunner and writer.
Read MoreRecommended Reading: The fear of TikTok
It's unclear what the White House will actually do at this point. Why does everyone seem to be afraid of the app that houses silly dance and lip-sync videos? The Atlantic explains how we got here and why a full-on ban probably isn't the best idea.
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EVs and Transportation (46)
Revel's electric mopeds come to San Francisco amid growing safety concerns
Revel is expanding to San Francisco despite concerns the company isn't doing enough to protect its riders.
Read MoreThe Morning After: A Toyota-backed flying car completes piloted test-flight
The slow takeoff of flying cars. This time: a Toyota-backed startup.
Read MorePorsche pushes back the launch of its second EV to 2021
Porsche has moved back the launch of its second EV, the Taycan Cross Turismo, to early 2021.
Read MoreTesla Autopilot now detects speed limit signs
Tesla is rolling out an Autopilot update that detects speed limit signs and alerts you when traffic lights turn green.
Read MoreWatch a Toyota-backed flying car's first public, piloted test flight
Toyota-backed SkyDrive has conducted its first piloted test flight for a flying car, edging closer to airborne taxis.
Read MoreCalifornia's new emissions rules target diesel trucks and cargo ships
California air quality officials have passed two new measures aimed at reducing pollution from diesel trucks and ships. One rule introduces new emissions standards for heavy-duty diesel trucks, while the other requires more ships docked at ports to either plug into electric power or use other technology to reduce harmful emissions. The "Heavy-Duty Low NOx Omnibus Regulation" requires truck manufacturers to comply with tougher emissions standards, revamp engine testing procedures, and further extend engine warranties to ensure emissions are reduced, according to a statement from the California Air Resources Board.
Read MoreBollinger reveals its electric Deliver-E delivery van
The Deliver-E is scheduled to go into production in 2022.
Read MoreBird offers teachers free rides for the start of the school year
Are you a teacher? Would you like to use an e-scooter for the month of September? Get in touch with Bird.
Read MoreFord and Bosch show off how cars can park themselves in Detroit
There's an experiment going on inside Bedrock's Assembly Garage in Detroit that'll sound especially interesting for those who despise looking for parking spaces. Ford has teamed up with Bosch to demonstrate an automated valet parking technology that makes it possible for a vehicle to maneuver and park itself inside a parking structure. The demonstration project, which will last until the end of September, uses connected Ford Escape test vehicles that can communicate with Bosch sensors installed in the Assembly Garage.
Read MoreGM shows off a revamped Chevy Bolt EV in teaser photos
A few years ago, GM promised to have 20 EV models on the road by 2023. Two of those are the refreshed Chevy Bolt and its larger sibling, the Bolt EUV. The EUV, as you can guess, is longer than the standard Bolt, with a longer hood and slimmer windows.
Read MorePorsche's subscription program adds new tier and expands to LA
Porsche's app-based subscription program that was previously known as Passport is now called Porsche Drive, and it's gone through more changes than just a rebranding. The service will soon have three options to choose from: Passport's old multi-vehicle scheme, the previously separate short-term rental option and the new single—vehicle subscription plan. In addition, Porsche is also launching the program in Los Angeles, making the city its biggest market yet.
Read MoreYouTuber built his own DIY version of Tesla's Cyberquad
Remember the ridiculous unveiling of Tesla's fabled Cybertruck? You may also remember that Tesla announced a "Cyberquad" as a sort of accessory to go with the truck. Perhaps unsurprisingly, Tesla aficionado Rich over at the YouTube channel Rich Rebuilds got it in his head to take the Cyberquad as an inspiration to build his own from the ground up — and from a video posted to the channel last night, it looks like he did a seriously impressive job.
Read MoreThe Colorado startup dreaming up a return to supersonic flight
In less than 50 days, we'll see the test plane for a future supersonic airliner. In a year, we could see it fly for the first time. After that? Who knows.
Read MoreJeep's monster off-road e-bike starts shipping in early September
Jeep's full-suspension off-road e-bike with insane amounts of power and an equally ludicrous price tag will finally start shipping in "early September," according to manufacturer QuietKat.
Read MoreTesla thwarts performance hacks for its electric cars
Tesla's latest software update is blocking performance hacks in the Model 3 and other electric cars.
Read MoreThe FAA will test drone detecting technologies in airports this year
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will soon be evaluating several drone detecting systems for airports, the agency has announced. It will be testing at least 10 technologies and systems developed not just to detect unmanned aerial systems, but also to mitigate the potential safety risks they pose. The tests are part of the agency's Airport Unmanned Aircraft Systems Detection and Mitigation Research Program and are expected to begin later this year.
Read MoreVW starts producing its ID.4 EV before its official reveal
Volkswagen has started producing its ID.4 electric crossover weeks before the finished version is even ready for a public debut.
Read MoreUber and Lyft had time to comply with the law. They did not.
Uber and Lyft continue to fight back against laws that would require them to treat drivers as employees. The law is not on their side.
Read MoreTesla wants to use radar sensors to detect kids left in hot cars
Future Tesla cars may come with a built-in feature that can make sure no kids are inadvertently left behind in hot cars. According to the company's filing (via The Verge), the device uses millimeter-wave radar technology to detect movements within a vehicle and to classify its occupants. The company noted that over 50 children died inside hot cars in 2019, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Read MoreUber and Lyft get a temporary reprieve from California shut-down order
The latest court ruling will prevent the ride hailing companies from shutting down in California.
Read MoreLyft will not stop running in California at midnight (updated)
An injunction requiring it to reclassify drivers as employees is set to take effect on Friday.
Read MorePorsche adds Plug & Charge to the 2021 Taycan
In its second model year, the Porsche Taycan is getting support for a new charging standard that makes it easier to plug in and pay, as well as a color HUD and more subscription features that can be unlocked remotely.
Read MoreUber CEO says his company can't hire all of its drivers in California
"We can't go out and hire 50,000 people overnight," the executive said during an interview.
Read MoreLucid claims to have created the fastest charging EV to date
Lucid Motors has been making some bold claims about its upcoming EV, the Lucid Air, ahead of the vehicle's reveal next month and Wednesday's press announcement was no different. Alternately, the Air's onboard AC charger will offer Level 1 and 2 charging speeds of up to 80 miles per hour.
Read MoreFord, BMW and others sign binding emissions agreement with California
They've committed to building cars that outperform federal fuel efficiency standards.
Read MoreUber's all-inclusive Pass goes live across the US, except California
Uber's all-inclusive monthly subscription service is now available across the United States (Update: except for California). The ride-hailing giant started testing Uber Pass in mid-2019, expanding the scope of the original Ride Pass that only offered discounted rates for Uber rides.
Read MoreSiriusXM uses RapidSOS to send 911 detailed crash data
Uber, Waze and other companies have also partnered with RapidSOS to share customers' locations and crash data with 911 dispatchers.
Read MoreTesla is finally bringing two-factor authentication to its car app
Last year, Tesla chief Elon Musk announced that the automaker will introduce two-factor verification for its app. The company has yet to make it available, but Musk has revealed it's finally close to happening. In response to a tweet asking about the feature's status, Musk said Tesla's "embarrassingly late" two factor authentication is going through final validation right now.
Read MoreCavnue is designing a road for autonomous cars in Michigan
The state of Michigan is partnering with an Alphabet subsidiary called Cavnue to potentially build a 40-mile autonomous corridor between Detroit and Ann Arbor.
Read MoreDaimler settles its emissions scandal lawsuit for nearly $3 billion
Daimler will pay approximately $1.5 billion to settle with US regulators.
Read MoreHyperion's hydrogen-electric XP-1 supercar is capable of 220 MPH
Hyperion's XP-1 supercar is here (at least, in video form). The hydrogen-electric vehicle claims a 1,000 mile range and top speed of over 220 miles per hour.
Read MoreLucid hints its first EV will have Tesla-beating range
It has an estimated EPA range of 517 miles.
Read MoreCalifornia wins injunction against Uber, Lyft classifying drivers as contractors
California won a battle in court against Uber and Lyft over its new AB5 law, but they will appeal.
Read MoreRecord-breaking Faraday Future prototype EVs are up for auction
Remember Faraday Future? A Faraday Future EV comparable to anything Tesla offers never materialized, though the company is still around. This vehicle's real value is in its collectability.
Read MoreLyft tests unlimited Citi Bike rides for Pink subscribers
Would 'free' Citi Bike rentals sway you on Lyft's Pink subscription service? Starting this week, select Lyft customers -- including those who are yet to try Pink -- will be offered two-month access to Citi Bike's blue two-wheelers.
Read MoreHyundai is turning Ioniq into its own EV sub-brand
Hyundai has unveiled Ioniq, a new brand named after its current Ioniq EV that will be exclusively dedicated to all-electric cars. In other words, Ioniq looks like it will be much like to Hyundai what Polestar is to Volvo.
Read MoreYour EV's electricity can pay for parking at Nissan's new exhibition
Nissan's new exhibition lets you pay for parking with electricity from your EV -- something that could be commonplace in the future.
Read MoreCadillac jumps into the EV market with its 'Lyriq' crossover
Cadillac has been making automobiles for well over a century but on Thursday evening the carmaker unveiled its first vehicle produced that lacks an internal combustion engine. While many folks associate still Cadillac with its gas-guzzling Escalade SUV, the company has been charged with spearheading parent-company General Motor's multibillion dollar push towards battery powered transportation. The Hummer SUV is already getting an EV reboot for 2022 and GM is also reportedly working on an all-electric pickup that could be released as early as next year.
Read MoreOwlcam’s new owner says it's not bricking smart dashcams
OwlCam's new owner, CallPass, denies that it's bricking its smart dashcams.
Read MoreAudi lowers the E-Tron SUV's starting price by $9,000 for 2021
Audi's electric SUV is getting cheaper and adding some additional range for the 2021 model year.
Read MoreUnagi's take-home scoot subscription service hits NYC and LA
Another scooter-share service has hit the streets of two major American cities, but scooter manufacturer Unagi claims its All-Access subscription is markedly different than what's already on the market. Starting today, those in New York and Los Angeles can rent their own Unagi scooter and ride it as long as they have a subscription -- without having to share their scooter with anyone else. Lime, one of the bigger scooter-share companies, has its own subscription service -- but the scooters are still shared between customers.
Read MoreHonda recalls 608,000 minivans and SUVs over faulty software
Honda has announced a recall of 608,000 SUVs and vans due to faulty software that can cause the instrument display panel to to black out key information and the backup camera to fail.
Read MoreA $13,000 electric car will go on sale in the US by late 2020
Kandi is planning to sell an electric car in the US for just $13,000 in 2020, but you'll have to visit Texas to buy one.
Read MoreTesla is reportedly close to making a more affordable Model Y
Tesla is said to be making its first rear-wheel drive Model Y, lowering the entry price for its electric crossover.
Read MoreBaidu completes its computer for self-driving cars
Baidu is ready to use its computer for self-driving cars as part of a robotic valet parking service.
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Gaming (72)
Ninja and MrBeast are getting 'Fall Guys' skins after $1 million charity contest
The Fall Guys charity competition ended in spectacular fashion, with a winning bid from Fortnite steamer Ninja.
Read MoreCall of Duty League is moving to four-player teams next season
It'll be harder for aspiring pros to make it to the big time.
Read More8BitDo is making a customizable arcade stick for Switch and PC players
8BitDo has unveiled a new arcade stick that looks like the lovechild of a Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) and Street Fighter V cabinet. The peripheral, which supports PC and Switch, has a bunch of customisation options to suit different players. It also supports 8BitDo's Ultimate Software so that, unlike the company's old N30 arcade stick, you can change the button mapping, save custom profiles, and execute macros with the P1 and P2 options in the top right-hand corner.
Read More‘Ni No Kuni’ mobile MMO looks utterly gorgeous
'Ni No Kuni' games have a history of being heartbreakingly beautiful, and in that regard, the upcoming MMO for mobile won't disappoint.
Read MoreWatch the best trailers from Gamescom 2020's opening night in 15 minutes
Gamescom 2020's opening night brought trailers for new games coming to Xbox Series X and PS5 in the future -- watch them all right here.
Read More'Fall Guys' season two will indulge in medieval fantasy
'Fall Guys' is going to the Middle Ages next season.
Read More'Twelve Minutes' gets an all-star cast including Daisy Ridley
Twelve Minutes gets an all-star cast.
Read MoreStar Wars is coming to 'The Sims 4'
In the entertainment world, it doesn't get much bigger than Star Wars. Likewise, in the gaming world, The Sims is another massive, enduring franchise. It's a new game pack for The Sims 4 that arrives on September 8th.
Read MoreBioWare gives us a (very brief) glimpse at the next 'Dragon Age'
BioWare teased the next 'Dragon Age' title during this year's Gamescom.
Read MoreWatch the Gamescom 2020 live stream with us at 1:40pm ET
Our live stream kicks off at 1:40pm ET.
Read MoreValve shares a trailer for the first ‘Left 4 Dead 2’ update in years
Valve says a community-led update is coming to 'Left 4 Dead 2.'
Read MoreFortnite Chapter 2 Season 4 adds classic Marvel heroes and powers
As expected, the juggernaut battle royale is introducing a new season based on the Marvel universe. If you buy the game's new Battle Pass, you'll be able to unlock iconic character skins such as Iron Man, Storm, Doctor Doom, Groot, Mystique and She-Hulk. All players will also be able to use super powers such as Doctor Doom's Arcane Gauntlets, Groot's Bramble Shield and Silver Surfer's Board throughout each winner-takes-all match.
Read MoreThe Witcher gets its own monster-hunting mobile AR game
CD Projekt has announced a Pokémon Go-like augmented reality mobile game set in The Witcher's universe. It's called The Witcher: Monster Slayer, and it's being developed by Spokko, the studio CD Projekt established in 2018 to work on mobile games. As you probably know, CD Projekt is the parent company of the studio behind the mainline Witcher games.
Read More'The Last Campfire' from Hello Games hits consoles, iOS and PC tomorrow
The Last Campfire will be available on Apple Arcade, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Windows PC.
Read MoreFaZe and Tfue have settled their lawsuit and said goodbye
Tfue and FaZe are officially over.
Read More'Pokémon Go' super-sizes its creatures with Mega Evolutions
You can battle with giant versions of Venusaur, Charizard, Blastoise and Beedrill.
Read More'Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War' lands on November 13th
Take a closer look at the Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War campaign, including those Vietnam War scenes.
Read More'Fall Guys' developer says it has a plan to deal with cheaters
As 'Fall Guys' continues its rise to superstardom, Mediatonic is working to rid the game of cheaters.
Read MoreThis cardboard Wolfenstein 3D setup invites you to punch Nazis remotely
A smartphone in a cardboard case is driving around punching Nazis, and you can control it over the internet.
Read More'Predator: Hunting Grounds' will let you play as young Arnie
Dutch '87 is featured in a paid DLC pack that'll arrive next week.
Read MoreJudge won't make Apple restore 'Fortnite,' but protects Unreal Engine
Epic Games has failed to convince the court to order Apple to restore Fornite on the App Store, but it successfully secured a temporary order to stop the tech giant from pulling its developer tools. If you'll recall, Apple told the video game developer that it's terminating all its developer accounts and cutting "Epic off from iOS and Mac development tools" on August 28th shortly after the Fortnite debacle started. As expected, the TRO is granted with respect to "any affiliate of Epic Games" (in other words, Unreal Engine) but not granted with respect to Fortnite.
Read More‘PUBG Mobile’ is getting a massive update and new esports tournament
Since its release over two years ago, PUBG Mobile has become one of the biggest mobile games today. In the meantime, PUBG Mobile creators disclosed a few details of what players can expect. PUBG Mobile 1.0 will see enhanced graphics for more realistic gameplay that creators called "unprecedented" for a mobile game.
Read More'Yakuza: Like a Dragon' reboots the franchise on November 13
The next installment in the long-running Yakuza franchise will reach Western shores on November 13th. Yakuza: Like a Dragon will initially be available on PS4, Xbox One, and PC through Steam and the Microsoft Store. The Xbox Series X version will be available on the same day the console launches, followed by the PS5 release sometime later.
Read More'Fall Guys' is coming to mobile in China
The viral PC and PS4 game Fall Guys might be getting a mobile makeover, at least in China.
Read MoreRocksteady's new 'Suicide Squad' game is all about killing Superman
DC's ragtag band of villains will be taking on the Justice League in Rocksteady's new game, out in 2022.
Read More'Gotham Knights' is a Batman game without the Caped Crusader
DC's newest game asks you to defend Gotham City without Batman.
Read More'Crysis Remastered' can run in 8K, if your PC can handle it
It's coming to PS4, Xbox One and Epic Games Store on September 18th.
Read More'Fortnite' teases a Marvel theme for the next season
Rumors suggest there'll be Thor cosmetics, including his hammer.
Read MoreEpic Games' #FreeFortnite Cup has 1,200 non-Apple prizes
Epic Games' battle against Apple is far from over. After releasing a parody of Apple's 1984 ad, the video game developer is now taking another jab at the tech giant by holding a #FreeFortnite Cup on August 23rd. Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney has long been a critic of Apple's App Store policy to take a 30 percent cut from in-app purchases.
Read MoreA typo created a 212-story monolith in ‘Microsoft Flight Simulator’
Microsoft Flight Simulator users recently found an unusual landmark: a 212-story monolith towering over an otherwise nondescript suburb in Melbourne, Australia.
Read MoreTwitch teams up with streamers for ‘Chat’s Choice Awards’ show
Streamers and viewers will decide the winners.
Read More'Black Myth: Wu Kong' looks like a gorgeous Monkey King-inspired game
We don't usually see AAA-quality games from studios in China, which is why Black Myth: Wu Kong is so notable.
Read More'Control' publisher doubles down on limited next-gen upgrades
505 declined to elaborate on what those "blockers" are, but the thrust of 505's argument is straightforward.
Read More'Black Ops: Cold War' is the next Call of Duty game.
The next entry in the Call of Duty series will touch on Cold War intrigue.
Read MoreTwitch Drops expansion rewards viewers when streamers play well
Thanks to streaming services, watching people play video games can often be as fun as taking part. Game studios have paid close attention, often enlisting big name streamers to generate buzz for their upcoming titles via reward systems like Twitch's Drops platform. Riot Games set Twitch records when it allowed viewers to grab a beta key for its new 5v5 shooter, Valorant, simply by asking that they tune into an activated channel.
Read More'Hitman 3' will tweak its most divisive mode
Besides a single-player campaign, Hitman 3 will see the return of Elusive Targets, as well as the introduction of several new gameplay modes.
Read MoreThe latest 'Rainbow Six: Siege' character is the hero of 'Splinter Cell'
The third season of 'Rainbow Six: Siege' will feature 'Splinter Cell' hero Sam Fisher as a playable character.
Read MoreThe Joker and Poison Ivy are coming to 'Fortnite' on November 17th
'Fortnite' will get The Joker and Poison Ivy through a bundle arriving November 17th.
Read More'Apex Legends' season six trailer offers a peek at Rampart's abilities
The addition of a giant rocketship is one of several major map changes.
Read MoreEA is rebranding Origin and Access subscriptions as EA Play
EA Play events will be known as EA Play Live from now on.
Read MoreUbisoft fires Assassin's Creed creative director amid misconduct allegations
Ashraf Ismail stepped down from his role on 'AC Valhalla' in June.
Read More'Dead by Daylight' enables cross-play between PC and console
In an FAQ page detailing cross-play, Behaviour explained that the game needs to be same version across platforms for those who want to play together.
Read MoreEpic's parody of Apple's 1984 ad ends with #FreeFortnite
Will Fornite fans understand the reference is another matter.
Read MorePro ‘Fortnite’ streamer Ewok is back on Twitch
Mixer shut down July 22nd, meaning Ewok and other pro streamers were faced with choosing a new platform. More than 20,000 viewers watched Ewok play Fortnite and Fall Guys on her return stream, according to Dot Esports. "I decided to return to Twitch because the platform has a vast network, and I had already established a community there before switching over to Mixer," Ewok told ESPN.
Read MoreRockstar rolls back the 'Red Dead Online' update that broke everything
The glitches were funny, but surely frustrating for dedicated players.
Read MoreHere are some of the games in development for Panic's Playdate handheld
With so much attention focused on the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, you might have forgotten about the Playdate. The pint-sized handheld, which has a monochrome screen and a tiny fold-out crank for controlling select games, is "hopefully" coming out this year, according to the official Playdate Twitter account. Well, creator Panic — a software developer and publisher of games like Firewatch and Untitled Goose Game — has teased a bunch of third-party titles on Twitter.
Read MoreGDC 2021 is on the schedule as a hybrid event in July
The Game Developers Conference for 2021 will take place in July instead of March like it usually did in the previous years. In an effort to accommodate changes in our everyday lives brought about by the pandemic and to prevent another cancellation, its organizers have also created a new structure for the conference. Since a huge in-person gathering could still be dangerous by early next year, they're not only moving GDC back a few months, they're also mixing it up by holding a physical event San Francisco while offering a robust virtual lineup.
Read More'Quake II' is free right now from Bethesda, 'Quake III' next week
Fans of old-school first person shooters can easily access these classics for free via the Bethesda Launcher. 'Quake II' is available right now, followed by 'Quake III Arena' on the 17th.
Read MoreA connected Rubik's Cube will let speed cubers compete remotely
You can use the Connected Cube to track your progress and solve times.
Read MoreOnly the new 'Control Ultimate Edition' will get next-gen upgrades
Remedy is preparing an 'Ultimate' version of Control that includes the frankly-brilliant main game, post-launch patches and season pass expansions. The $40 package will be available on Steam -- meaning the title is no longer an Epic Games Store exclusive on PC -- PS4 and Xbox One. "The free upgrade path to Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 version of Control is only available for Control Ultimate Edition," publisher 505 Games confirmed in a blog post.
Read MoreHere's how cross-platform 'Rocket League' play will work
Rocket League's upcoming update is a huge one — it will not only make the game free to play on all platforms, it will also introduce cross-platform progression.
Read More‘Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2’ won’t arrive until 2021
The makers of Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 are pushing the game's release date back to 2021.
Read More'Fall Guys' is getting its first new level
The frustrating Royal Fumble won't be the final round quite as often.
Read More‘Red Dead Online’ is so broken it’s hilarious
A 'Red Dead Online' update seems to have introduced some bizarre and widespread glitches that make the game unplayable.
Read MoreLongtime Street Fighter producer Yoshinori Ono departs Capcom
He's stepping down after almost 30 years at the publisher.
Read MorePeople are still spending record amounts on gaming in the US this year
If it wasn't already obvious that the coronavirus has been a boon for the video game market, industry analysts at the NPD Group have more evidence. The reliable market-tracking firm says that people spent more on video games in the US in the second quarter than ever before.
Read MoreRocksteady teases 'Suicide Squad' game ahead of August 22nd event
Rocksteady will share more details about a 'Suicide Squad' game on August 22nd.
Read More‘Control’ DLC trailer teases the return of an old Remedy hero
Remedy's next big Control expansion is coming out on August 27th, and the developer has released a trailer to give you a glimpse of what you can expect. In the expansion, Control's protagonist Jesse Faden has to go after a mysterious being that's been haunting the sealed Investigations Sector — the sector where the Federal Bureau of Control used to investigate AWE cases from until things went awry. To defeat the being, Faden has to explore those AWE cases, including one from the town of Bright Falls where Remedy's older Alan Wake games for Windows and Xbox are set.
Read More'Braid Anniversary Edition' brings back the original indie hit in 2021
During its latest State of Play livestream, Sony shared footage of Braid Anniversary Edition. Braid Anniversary Edition will also include a developer commentary that will touch on aspects such as the programming, art and design thought that went into the game. It's hard to overstate the importance of Braid to modern gaming.
Read More'Apex Legends' will include crafting in season six
The next legend to join the battle royale is a modder named Rampart.
Read More'Doom Eternal' is getting a free next-gen upgrade
You can also upgrade 'Elder Scrolls Online' to the PS5 or Xbox Series X version.
Read MoreOnePlus phones get early access to 'PUBG Mobile' at 90FPS
Today, the company announced that some of its smartphones -- the OnePlus 8 and 7T series, as well as the OnePlus 7 Pro, to be precise -- can now play PUBG Mobile at a silky smooth 90 frames per second. According to OnePlus, no other handset will have this feature until its timed-exclusivity deal ends on September 6th. OnePlus struck a similar deal with Epic Games so its 8 series of phones could run Fortnite at 90 frames per second.
Read MoreThe nostalgic Intellivision Amico console is delayed until 2021
Another retro console revival has been delayed by the coronavirus pandemic.
Read MoreRiot Games gives its employees a week off to recharge
Riot Games will largely be inactive on the week of August 10th: In an announcement posted on its website, it said the company is taking that week off to "disconnect, recharge and reboot." The developer released Valorant, a first-person shooter and its first game that's not set in the League of Legends universe, a few months ago. Riot admits in its post that "tending to so many new games is a delicate balance," especially with the added stress of having to work from home — making it hard for employees to separate "work" and "life" — due to COVID—19.
Read MoreActivision Blizzard reports a record quarter amid growing wage dispute
Employees say they're struggling to make ends meet while Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick makes millions.
Read More'CoD: Warzone' season five brings big map changes and a mini royale mode
'Modern Warfare' will get more maps and game types too.
Read More'The Alto Collection' bundles two mobile classics for PC and console
If you read Engadget often, you'll know that we're big fans of Alto's Adventure and Alto's Odyssey. Now, Team Alto is preparing to launch both as The Alto Collection on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch and the Epic Games Store. Alto's Adventure was released on Windows 10 in July 2016.
Read MoreTCL’s next 6 Series TV has a THX-certified gaming mode
TCL has collaborated with THX on the next edition of its 6 Series TV with a Certified Game Mode, continuing the company's recent foray into gaming technology. THX first announced the partnership with TCL and the advent of Certified Game Mode at this year's CES. The device earned THX Certification, meaning it underwent more than 400 tests ensuring high fidelity of color, tone and images, the statement said.
Read MoreChromebook users get three free months of Stadia Pro
Google is offering a three-month trial of Stadia Pro to Chromebook owners in a bid to grow its cloud gaming service.
Read More'League of Legends' championship will start in Shanghai despite pandemic
Riot is moving forward with an in-person 'League of Legends' World Championship 2020 in Shanghai, even with COVID-19 remaining a threat.
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Google starts displaying licensing details for image results
Google is making it a lot easier to find images you can legally use for your projects. The tech giant will now mark image results with a badge that says "Licensable" if their publishers or creators have provided their licensing information. You'll get a link to those licensing details — say, if they're under Creative Commons and can be used for free with attribution or if they have a commercial license — when you select an image to view.
Read MoreGoogle is bringing a kids mode to some Android tablets
A new Lenovo device will be the first tablet with access to Google Kids Space.
Read MoreGoogle may pull 'fediverse' Android apps for allegedly enabling hate speech (updated)
Google has pulled multiple 'fediverse' Android apps from the Play Store for allegedly enabling access to hate speech, but critics say it's overreaching.
Read MoreGoogle Assistant can help you donate to the Center for Policing Equity
Google is making it easier for Assistant users to donate to an organization working to address racial bias in policing.
Read MoreGoogle reportedly allowed ads that spread mail-in voting misinformation
Google is allowing ads that show misleading information regarding voting by mail, The Washington Post reported. Now, some are questioning the ad policies and whether Google is prepared to respond to election-related misinformation. In Texas, for example, there are not distinct processes for absentee voting and voting by mail.
Read MoreGoogle Assistant Snapshot can now be summoned with a voice command
You can now summon Google Assistant's Snapshot by saying "Hey Google, show me my day." Now, you can use the new voice command to bring up Snapshot, as long as English is your default language. Google says the feature will roll out for additional languages in the coming months.
Read MoreGoogle Fiber adds Philo streaming as an option next to YouTube and fubo
Now Google Fiber customers can easily add Philo TV streaming.
Read MoreSome Canon cameras can now upload images straight to Google Photos
Canon users can now upload photos directly from their cameras to Google Photos via WiFi.
Read MoreGoogle Fi's additional pandemic data caps and payment extensions expire next week
Like other carriers and telecommunication companies, Google raised Fi's data caps and extended its payment grace period as a response to COVID-19 a few months ago. The tech giant has updated Google Fi's Help page (as spotted by 9to5Google) to notify users that things are going back to the way they were starting on September 3rd. Google raised Fi's limits for full speed data to 30GB per user, regardless of their tier.
Read MoreAlphabet's Verily begins offering stop-loss health insurance
Google's life sciences sibling is now selling insurance.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 5 leak hints at dual cameras and a fingerprint reader
Google has already announced that the Pixel 5 is coming later this year and that we can expect a 5G variant, but official details on the upcoming flagship have remained scarce. As usual, we continue to get drip-fed information from known leakers like @OnLeaks instead, who today shared new renders and a 360-degree video on Twitter of what may be the Pixel 5. If the images are accurate, it looks like we can expect a dual-camera system on the Pixel 5's rear as well as a fingerprint sensor.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel Buds are getting smarter with a new set of updates
It's been almost four months since the Pixel Buds went on sale this year, and Google is rolling out an update today that promises to make them even smarter than they were.
Read MoreGoogle Maps is tracking the spread of America's wildfires hour by hour
As wildfires continue to tear through parts of California and Colorado, Google has launched new tools to help people stay informed about their progress. Starting today, Google search queries for information about the fires will turn up more than just news stories and alerts -- they'll also display maps of the fires' boundaries. The Google Maps app will display the same wildfire boundaries to people attempting to enjoy the height of summer nearby, and will also provide warnings and "ambient alerts" to those who begin to approach affected areas.
Read MoreGoogle rolls out captions for audio and video messages on Duo
That particular tool is capable of real-time transcription for calls on select Pixel phones.
Read MoreGoogle's overnight Gmail outage is finally over (updated)
Is Gmail down? For many people the answer is yes, with errors on attached files and failures to login.
Read MoreGoogle rolls back update that gave people free access to a Nest Aware perk
Google has rolled back an update that erroneously gave people access to a Nest Aware's smoke alarm and glass breaking detection feature without paying for it.
Read MoreGoogle is converting gifted Play Music subscriptions into Play Store credits
The company announced earlier this month that it will start shutting down its Play Music service in September.
Read MoreGoogle Meet comes to TVs thanks to Chromecast
Google has started rolling out an update that allows you to cast your Google Meet calls to Chromecast and Cast-enabled devices.
Read MoreGoogle promises better search results for recipes, jobs and shopping
It also rolled out Assistant-powered audio messages on Android.
Read MoreGoogle Maps update makes it easier to see an area's actual landscape
Google Maps is already one of the most popular services for navigating and remotely exploring the world. Starting this week, though, its default view will be even more colorful and, hopefully, useful for travellers. Google took its satellite imagery and applied some fancy computer vision to accurately identify forests, deserts, rivers and snow-capped mountains.
Read MoreGoogle's smart displays will simplify multi-room audio
For people with multiple Google speakers and displays in their home, getting all your devices to play the same music can be tricky. At the top of the list is a master control for volume that allows you to quickly soften the music when it's too loud, for example.
Read MoreGoogle asks to test a new type of wireless broadband
Google has asked the FCC for permission to run secret wireless broad tests using the 6Ghz spectrum in multiple cities across the US. That could point to future internet services using the recently released spectrum, possibly under its new Fiber WebPass banner.
Read MoreGoogle's Find My Device app can now locate Pixel Buds
Second-gen Pixel Buds owners can now use Find my Device to look for their pair in case they ever get lost. According to 9to5Google, users have started seeing the Pixel Buds they connected to their account on the Find my Device app on Android and the web. While it seems to have started making its way to users, Pixel Buds won't show up in Search when doing the "find device" query yet.
Read MoreChrome's 'Fast page' label shows which websites have quick loading times
Google is launching a new Web Vitals metric with Chrome 85 beta — one that can tell you if a page you're visiting won't take forever to load. Links that earn the label have been historically fast for most users, though Chrome can also evaluate them on a host-by-host basis if they're still new or if they're not that popular. The Fast page label will show up on the context menu when you long press on any link on Chrome 85 Beta for Android.
Read MoreGoogle reportedly sent identifying info of extremist users to law enforcement
Google may have shared identifying information of certain users with law enforcement, according to a report from The Guardian.
Read MoreGoogle says Australian pay-for-news ruling puts 'free services at risk'
In an open letter, Google has warned users in Australia that free search and YouTube services are "at risk" if Australia implements a proposed law compelling it to pay to link to news services. Google has also paused a news licensing system it started earlier this year.
Read MoreChrome could improve your battery life by taking requests from websites
A Chrome experiment could boost battery life by letting sites dictate energy-saving features.
Read MoreGoogle stops responding to data requests from Hong Kong authorities
Google will no longer respond directly to data requests from Hong Kong authorities.
Read MoreEpic lawsuit claims Google blocked 'Fortnite' deals with OnePlus, LG
As The Verge points out, the filing specifically cites a situation concerning the special version of Fortnite Epic offered in a OnePlus tie-in.
Read MoreGoogle adds re-opening and COVID-19 info to travel searches
Google is updating searches to make it easier to find details about travel destinations and re-openings.
Read MoreYouTube will remove videos that encourage election meddling
It'll also yank ones containing hacked information that could interfere with elections.
Read MoreGoogle Search will help you find live sports coverage
Google's new Search feature will tell you which services are showing live NBA and MLB games.
Read MoreGmail's updated workplace design rolls out on Android and the web
Back in July, Gmail users on Android started seeing a new tab at the bottom of the interface that gives them quick access to Meet video meetings. The new design turns Gmail into a full-blown workplace collaboration suite with Chat, Docs, Rooms and Meet integration. Users will get access to Google Chat and the company's Slack-like group chat solution Rooms, aside from Meet, from within Gmail when they get the updated interface.
Read MoreGoogle is making it easier to create apps using Chromebooks
ChromeOS.dev has resources for web, Android and Linux development.
Read MoreGoogle Lens' new 'Homework' filter will solve math problems from a photo
Google has been giving students — and their parents — a few helpful tools to make studying from home a bit easier. Back in May, it launched an augmented reality feature within Search that lets you view 3D anatomy models and cellular structures. The company is using technology from mobile learning app Socratic, which it acquired last year, to power the upcoming Lens feature.
Read MoreJudge dismisses Genius lawsuit against Google over 'stolen' lyrics
While the judge who presided over the case said Genius' concerns about data scraping were legitimate, he ultimately didn't agree with the company's argument that Google's actions constituted copyright infringement.
Read MoreGoogle updates remote learning tools on Meet and Classroom
Consequently, Google for Education has announced a robust set of updates that will enhance Google Meet, Google Classroom and other aspects of the service. The updates were unveiled at Google's The Anywhere School event -- but if you missed the product keynote, here's what you need to know about Google's new tools to facilitate learning in 2020. Google Meet has already seen several updates in the recent months, and updates that will make the app more accessible to teachers and students are still to come.
Read MoreGoogle's Bedtime wellness feature is no longer a Pixel exclusive
Now any Android phone running version 6.0 or higher can get the Bedtime features.
Read MoreGoogle's app for the visually impaired adds food and document scanning
Google launched its Lookout app in 2019 for people who are blind or have low-vision to navigate the world with their phones, but it was only available on Pixel phones with languages set to English. The first of the new modes is Food Label, which helps users identify packaged foods by pointing their cameras at the label. According to Scott Adams, product manager for Google's Accessibility Engineering, this would let Lookout "distinguish between a can of corn and a can of green beans," for example.
Read MoreGoogle teases third-party navigation and charging apps on Android Auto
Right now, Android Auto and Android Automotive support two types of third-party apps: media and messaging.
Read MoreGoogle turns Android phones into an earthquake detection network
"Your Android phone can turn into a mini seismometer, joining millions of other Android phones out there to form the world's largest earthquake detection network," Stogaitis said. Google will use your phone's accelerometer to detect the movement. Google had more to share today.
Read MoreGoogle extends shutdown deadline for native Chrome apps
Earlier this year, Google announced that it would end support for Chrome Apps on Windows, Mac and Linux by June 2020, or for enterprises and educators by December 2020. However, it has now announced an extension, in case you're among the few still using them. Chrome apps will now work on those platforms until June 2021, and organizations can extend that by a full year until June 2022.
Read MoreGoogle adds Smart Compose autocomplete to its Docs mobile app
You'll need to be a G Suite subscriber to use Smart Compose in Docs, though.
Read MoreGoogle's PIN-encrypted Android 'Safe Folder' protects crucial documents
Google has introduced a new way for Android users to protect crucial files like ID documents, particularly in developing countries where devices are often shared. Called "Safe Folder" and located in the Files by Google app, it lets you protect documents, images, videos and audio files with a 4-digit PIN code, on top of your Android lock screen security.
Read MoreEx-Waymo engineer Levandowski sentenced to 18 months in prison
US District Judge William Alsup has sentenced Anthony Levandowski, the former lead Waymo engineer at the heart of a trade secret legal battle between the Alphabet subsidiary and Uber, to 18 months in prison. Prosecutors sought a 27-month sentence, while Levandowski requested a one-year home confinement, telling the court that his recent bouts with pneumonia makes him susceptible to COVID—19. Alphabet filed a lawsuit against Uber in 2017, accusing the company of colluding with its former employee to steal secrets from Waymo.
Read MoreGoogle finally launches Nearby Share to rival Apple's AirDrop
After months of leaks and rumors, Google is finally officially unveiling its tool called Nearby Share that's basically Android's version of Apple's AirDrop sharing feature. It's rolling out today to select Pixel and Samsung phones, with Google saying it's continuing to "work with our partners to bring Nearby Share to more smartphones in the Android ecosystem over the next few weeks."
Read MoreGoogle's Family Bell brings a familiar feature of school back home
If you're a parent who's missed being able to give your kids a semblance of school-like schedule while they've been holed up at home, Google's latest features may be able to help. The company today announced a new tool called Family Bell that can bring a familiar school bell experience to your home. Google also unveiled features like a daily "Animal of the day" activity, Broadcast Targeting and a new command that kicks off a routine to start the school day.
Read MoreEU antitrust regulators are investigating Google's Fitbit purchase
They said Google's plan to 'silo' the wearable company's fitness data was 'insufficient.'
Read MoreGoogle Assistant recommends your YouTube Music on Nest speakers
Over the last couple of years, Google has gradually improved YouTube Music with features like playback screen lyrics and an Explore tab. Now, it has unveiled integration with some of its other products, including Android TV, Google Maps and and Google Assistant.
Read MoreSix banks are using Google Pay for digital bank accounts in the US
Google has had various products that deal with your money for years, most recently Google Pay. Thanks to a partnership between the bank BBVA USA and Google, Google Pay will be the front end to a full digital banking service. BBVA will offer it to its customers in 2021 in an effort to expand its customer base and offer a fully digital banking option.
Read MoreGoogle’s Nest devices will be the ‘cornerstone’ of ADT smart home security
Google has announced that it will invest $450 million in security firm ADT, forming a partnership that will allow ADT's technicians to sell and install Google's Nest family of products. At the same time, Google's Nest devices and AI technology will eventually expand ADT's home security product range and become the "cornerstone of ADT's smart home offering," Google wrote.
Read MoreGoogle's latest Chrome extension shows detailed ad-tracking data
Google has released a Chrome extension that can give you more insight into how you're being targeted by advertisers. Called "Ads Transparency Spotlight," it shows the number ads loading on a page, the advertisers and ad tech companies present, and your personal data (demographics, re-marketing, interests, location, etc.) being used to serve the ads.
Read MoreChrome test could discourage websites from abusing push notifications
Google is testing a feature that could prevent notification abuse in Chrome by making website alerts expire.
Read MoreGoogle starts testing its replacement for third-party cookies
Google is letting developers test trust tokens, its replacement for ad cookies.
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Lenovo’s Legion Slim 7i gaming laptop weighs less than four pounds
Lenovo's new Legion Slim 7i gaming laptop has the slimmest chassis of any Legion laptop and weighs less than four pounds.
Read MoreLenovo's latest flagship Yoga laptops are clad in leather
While the pandemic has dampened that somewhat, companies like Lenovo still have announcements timed with that event. Today, Lenovo is unveiling a slew of new devices including a trio of flagship Yoga laptops — the Yoga 9i 14 and 15, as well as the Yoga Slim 9i. As expected, these will come with up to Intel's latest processors, with Lenovo promising graphics based on Intel's Xe architecture on the 14-inch models.
Read MoreA look back at some of Toshiba's most memorable laptops
Toshiba officially exited the laptop business last week when it sold the remaining 20 percent of its computer business to Sharp, who had already purchased the other 80 percent back in 2018. It's not a huge surprise, given that the business wasn't exactly booming even before 2018.
Read MoreLenovo's Yoga 7 models have smaller bezels and bigger batteries
Lenovo's last 6- and 7-series Yoga 2-in-1s have arrived with new names and a lot of new features. Formerly the Yoga C740, the Yoga 7i 14- and 15.6-inch notebooks offer Intel's "latest" next-gen CPUs (presumably Tiger Lake with Xe graphics) with support for the higher real-world speeds of Thunderbolt 4.
Read MoreSchools might not have enough laptops for students this fall
Acer and others are warning of laptop shortages for the return to school due to the pandemic, particularly Chromebooks.
Read MoreDell's latest business Chromebook offers high-end specs and extra security
Google and Dell unveil their latest Chromebook built for business, the Latitude 7410 Chromebook Enterprise.
Read MoreToshiba officially quits the laptop business
Toshiba has sold its remaining stake in its laptop business to Sharp, effectively quitting the PC industry.
Read MoreMediaTek unveils its first 5G laptop chips in partnership with Intel
Intel might not be building 5G modems on its own anymore, but its partnership with MediaTek is starting to bear fruit. The two companies have unveiled MediaTek's T700 5G modem that's designed to be used with next-generation Intel-powered laptops.
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The Morning After: Our readers reviewed Apple's AirPods Pro
The Morning After includes reader reviews of the Apple AirPods Pro, and a look at Instagram Reels.
Read MoreCars are coming to 'Fortnite'
At long last, Epic Games is adding regular old cars to Fortnite. The aptly-named Joy Ride Update will introduce four vehicles -- the Islander Prevalent sedan, Victory Motors Whiplash sports car, OG Bear pickup truck and Titano Mudflap six-wheeler -- for you to cruise around the map with friends." As long as the car isn't booted, the keys are already in the ignition," the development team explained in a blog post today.
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Meta (29)
Facebook threatens to block all news in Australia
Facebook really, really doesn't want to have to pay publishers.
Read MoreFacebook and Instagram reveal content ‘recommendation guidelines’
Facebook and Instagram published 'recommendation guidelines' to explain how it suggests. content in its apps.
Read MoreFacebook takes down militia group that organized armed response to protests
Facebook has removed the page for a Wisconsin militia group after it organized a "call to arms" event.
Read MoreFacebook warns developers iOS 14 could sink app ad revenue
Apple's upcoming iOS 14 will be a disaster for app developers that rely on Facebook's ad-tracking tools, the social network is warning.
Read MoreFacebook gives Messenger users more reasons to use Rooms
When Facebook introduced Messenger Rooms in April, you didn't have a lot when it came to managing your group video chats through the Messenger app. That's changing with a new update.
Read MoreOculus Connect conference is now Facebook Connect
Oculus Connect will now be known as Facebook Connect. The company said this is due to the event encompassing much more than just the VR headset.
Read MoreFacebook is expanding its dedicated news section to more countries
Facebook plans to expand its News section outside the US in the next six to 12 months.
Read MoreFacebook vows legal action after being forced to block Thai anti-royalty group
After being forced by the Thai government to block access to a group critical of the country's king, Facebook said it will legally challenge the demand. The situation has once again cast a light on Facebook's policies around authoritarian governments and showed what actions it might take in response.
Read MoreWSJ: Mark Zuckerberg used a private Trump meeting to hurt TikTok
The Wall Street Journal claims that Mark Zuckerberg used his time in Washington DC to sound the alarm about TikTok.
Read MoreFacebook is reportedly planning for Trump to meddle with election results
When the election interference comes from inside the White House.
Read MoreFacebook is reportedly testing a ‘virality circuit breaker’ to stop misinformation
Facebook is reportedly piloting a new way to check viral posts for misinformation before they spread too far.
Read MoreFacebook's 'classic' look dies in September
Starting next month, the new Facebook.com will be the only version available as its "classic" website is going away for good.
Read MoreFacebook will let businesses identify themselves as Black-owned
Facebook has created an option for Black-owned businesses to designate themselves as such on their Facebook and Instagram pages, the company announced today. Facebook will also amplify the reach of these Black-owned businesses and help drive traffic to their pages, according to a statement. Once a business self-identifies as Black-owned, diverse business category labeling won't be visible on the business page or profile, the statement said.
Read MoreThe Oculus community hates Facebook’s login policy switch
Yesterday, Facebook announced that Oculus headsets will soon require a Facebook account to use. It will also be mandatory for every headset that Oculus releases in the future. If you already own a Rift or Quest and want to keep using an Oculus account, it'll work until January 1st, 2023.
Read MoreFacebook Portal adds Zoom support and other work-from-home features
The most significant announcement: all Portal devices will now support the Zoom video conferencing platform. All four video chat platforms will be available on Portal Mini, Portal and Portal+ in September, with Portal TV support coming later on.
Read MoreOculus headsets will require Facebook logins starting in October
By the end of 2022, Facebook plans to wind down support for Oculus accounts.
Read MoreFacebook's AI can generate MRI images in minutes instead of an hour
The network, dubbed fastMRI, shortens the scanning time because it only requires a quarter as much data to resolve the image. But rather than wait for k-space to fill up, fastMRI only needs 25 percent of the data that traditional MRI machines would require to generate those same images (below).
Read MoreInstagram starts merging chats with Facebook Messenger
An Instagram update has begun the process of merging chats with Facebook Messenger, although it's not completely ready yet.
Read MoreFacebook ordered to clean up undersea drilling equipment in Oregon
Facebook has earned the ire of Oregon residents and officials for abandoning drilling equipment off the state's coast, 50 feet under the sea floor. The company used all those for Facebook's undersea fiber optic cable project but had to abandon them after an accident that snapped the drill pipe.
Read MoreFacebook launches Voting Information Center for the 2020 US election
Facebook's Voting Information Center is now live on its main platform and on Instagram. In that announcement, the company said it was building the hub as part of the "largest voting campaign in American history," which aims to urge four million people register for the upcoming election in the US.
Read MoreFacebook will label ads from politically connected publications
The new policy builds on rules Facebook has been tweaking since 2018 in response to the 2016 presidential election.
Read MoreFacebook has removed 7 million posts for coronavirus misinformation
Facebook has removed 7 million posts and labeled nearly 100 million more.
Read MoreFacebook forms financial group to focus on payments
Facebook has decided to delve deeper into commerce with the creation of a new group focused on payments.
Read MoreFacebook removes massive QAnon group over hate and harassment claims
Facebook has removed a QAnon group with almost 200,000 members over repeated claims of hate and harassment.
Read MoreFacebook repeatedly overruled fact checkers in favor of conservatives
Facebook was worried about the "PR risk" of applying its rules.
Read MoreFacebook sweep deletes some fake Trump supporters and COVID conspiracies
Facebook's latest anti-CIB action saw the company take action against several groups that used troll farms to game the social media network's algorithms.
Read MoreUS attorneys general urge Facebook to offer live responses for hate speech
The attorneys general for 19 states and the District of Columbia are asking Facebook to take additional steps to prevent the spread of disinformation and to combat hate and harassment on the platform. In a letter (PDF) addressed to Mark Zuckerberg and Sheryl Sandberg, the officials said they know "Facebook has made some progress in counteracting the use of its platform to dehumanize and demean." More than three-quarters of those people said they've been harassed on Facebook.
Read MoreFacebook blocks Brazil president's allies after court order
Facebook has blocked allies of Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro after a court order, but it's appealing over free speech claims.
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Microsoft (10)
Watch us unbox Microsoft's Surface Duo live at 12PM ET
Join us as we unbox Microsoft's Surface Duo live!
Read MoreMicrosoft Word can now transcribe your conversations on the web
Microsoft Word on the web can now capture the text in your conversations with a new transcription feature.
Read MoreMicrosoft is helping the government build AI disaster response tools
Microsoft and the DOE are building AI disaster response tools.
Read MoreAndroid-plus-Windows could be just what dual-screen devices need
But Android offers a compelling advantage to Microsoft.
Read MoreMicrosoft's Surface Duo will cost $1,399 and arrive on September 10th
Like Samsung's high-end foldables, the Duo's hinge and extra display will cost you.
Read MoreMicrosoft's Surface Duo may launch with AT&T
Microsoft's Surface Duo might launch on AT&T, possibly making it easier to buy the dual-screen phone.
Read MoreMicrosoft reportedly considers buying all of TikTok
Microsoft is reportedly looking at buying TikTok's whole business, not just its operations in a few countries.
Read MoreScientists rename genes because Microsoft Excel reads them as dates
Scientists have been renaming human genes to prevent Microsoft Excel from misreading them as dates and corrupting data.
Read MoreMicrosoft wants to operate with 'zero waste' by 2030
Microsoft has set some big environmentally focused goals for itself, and it plans to achieve them over the next 10 years. In addition to reaching carbon negative status by 2030, the tech giant has revealed that it also aims to have zero waste operations and packaging within the same year. It has listed the steps it intends to take to get there, including the construction of "Circular Centers" at its data centers providing Azure and Microsoft 365 services.
Read MoreMicrosoft says it's aiming to close TikTok deal by September 15th
Microsoft has confirmed that it's in discussions with ByteDance to buy TikTok in the US.
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Mobile (7)
Cricket launches 5G service with just one phone
Cricket Wireless has introduced 5G service, but there's only one phone that can use it.
Read MoreResearch shows answering one robocall doesn't lead to more
Researchers used 66,606 fake phone lines to better understand robocalls.
Read MoreVerizon's Mix & Match wireless plans add more Disney streaming
Verizon's updated Mix & Match wireless plans are still the same price, but now you can get ESPN+ and Hulu streaming included along with Disney+ on some of them. The Just Kids plan includes wireless streaming, and its Do More Unlimited package is no longer capped at 480p for video.
Read MoreIndia restores some of Kashmir's 4G internet following court ruling
India has restored some of Kashmir's 4G internet access after the Supreme Court said an indefinite shutdown was illegal.
Read MoreT-Mobile switches on its standalone 5G network in thousands of cities
Unlike other 5G networks in the US, it's not built on top of LTE infrastructure.
Read MoreWhite House withdraws FCC commissioner renomination
The Trump administration has changed its tune about backing what was supposed to be Mike O'Rielly's third term as an FCC Commissioner. According to Reuters and Bloomberg, the White House has withdrawn O'Rielly's renomination and has notified the Senate on Monday. While the administration didn't say why it's no longer nominating O'Rielly for another term, the Commissioner recently expressed doubts about the White House's plans to limit the protections social media platforms enjoy under Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act.
Read MoreDish buys Ting Mobile to expand its wireless business
Dish is adding another piece to its growing wireless business.
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News (30)
Lenovo's new $50 smart clock keeps things stupid simple
It's been more than a year since Lenovo launched the Google-powered Smart Clock, and that little thing has been pretty well-received. Director of global product marketing Wahid Razali said the Smart Clock is "simpler than a smart display and more useful than a small smart speaker." It's hard to imagine the clock getting any more basic than that, but Lenovo's latest offering proves it can be done (for better or worse).
Read MoreGoPro's Hero 9 Black might include a color front screen for vloggers
A leak suggests GoPro's Hero 9 Black will have a color front screen that could help vloggers frame their action camera shots.
Read MoreAfter Math: 15-Minute COVID tests and 27,000 not-so-great scots
Congratulations on making it through another seven days as the world burns around us — in California's case, quite literally — so let's take a look at some of the top headlines from the week that was. While Walmart joined the bidding frenzy, TikTok's recently acquired CEO, former Disney bigwig Kevin Mayer, announced that he is leaving the company after just three months. This new rapid COVID test from Abbot promises to diagnose people for the virus in just 15 minutes, rather than the 15 or so days current testing systems require.
Read MoreBeyond Meat starts direct sales of its plant-based patties and sausages
Beyond Meat is selling its plant-based product directly to customers now, with packages starting at about $50 that are available across the continental US with free two-day shipping.
Read MoreA US teen wrote 27,000 Wikipedia entries in a language they don't speak
A recent scandal is highlighting one of the major pitfalls of Wikipedia: not every editor is an expert in their field.
Read MoreAbbott's 15-minute, $5 COVID-19 test gets FDA authorization
The BinaxNow $5 COVID-19 test works a lot like a home pregnancy test and can return results in 15 minutes. It's paired with an app, Navica, that intends to give users a "temporary digital health pass" to go with negative results.
Read MoreIt takes an estimated seven nuclear plants to power our bitcoin mining
Turns out that plugging a bunch of computers into our electrical grid that do nothing but draw current and hash through algorithms has had some negative environmental impacts. Recent studies suggest that Bitcoin-related power consumption has reached record highs this year — with more than seven gigawatts of power being pulled in the pursuit of the suspect digital currency. Today's bitcoin mining operations can be as small as a single user running a dedicated desktop machine to 50,000 state-of-the-art rigs installed in a Kazakhstan warehouse with the goal of hashing through the Bitcoin consensus algorithm faster than your competition in order to maximize the number of block rewards you receive.
Read MorereMarkable 2 Hands-on: The world's thinnest tablet
reMarkable 2 Hands-on: The world's thinnest tablet
Read MoreArturia's MicoFreak gets a vocoder mode and limited-edition makeover
When Arturia announced the MicroFreak in January of 2019 I said "there's nothing stopping Arturia from adding more oscillators down the road through firmware updates."
Read MoreHow to talk to people who believe in QAnon
There is no easy way to "get someone back" from QAnon, but there are ways to better your odds of getting through.
Read MoreNapster has a new owner
The saga of Napster has taken an interesting turn, as the piracy-turned-streaming site been acquired by the VR experience company MelodyVR.
Read MoreBose appoints its first female CEO
Bose names Lila Snyder as CEO, making her one of tech's few female CEOs.
Read MoreWhite House calls on Supreme Court to rule on Trump's Twitter blocking
President Trump wants to settle the legal debate around the constitutionality of blocking critics on Twitter for good.
Read MoreWhat’s the tech industry's place in a racial justice movement?
But what's the trillion dollar tech company supposed to do? When the protests first started, Sherrell Dorsey, founder of The Plug, which reports on the Black tech economy, started tracking every tech company's statement addressing race with her team.
Read MorePanasonic confirms the full-frame S5 camera is coming September 2nd
Panasonic has confirmed that the rumored S5 mirrorless full-frame camera exists and that it will launch on September 2nd at an online event. The new model is expected to be smaller and lighter than the existing S1, while offering many of the same features at a lower price point.
Read MoreUSPS will stop removing mail-sorting machines until after the election
There are no plans to reinstate machines that have already been taken offline.
Read MoreAnova's $600 convection-steam combo oven is finally available to order
It's available for pre-order today starting at $599. It's actually a combination convection-steam oven, otherwise known as a "combi." The Precision Oven has a water tank for this purpose. Still, the Anova Precision Oven isn't the first consumer-grade countertop combi oven.
Read MoreHisense's $4,000 laser projector comes with a 100-inch screen
When Hisense unveiled the L5-series ultra-short-throw projector at CES 2020, the $5,000 price seemed a bit expensive compared to the competition. However, the company has announced that it's finally going on sale at a lower $4,000 price and it includes a 100-inch ambient light-rejecting (ALR) screen, to boot.
Read MoreAfter Math: Everything is awesome
While the Trump administration spent this past week kneecapping the US Postal Service in an obvious effort to throw the upcoming November election in its favor, other events occurred as well. Well, I guess one solution would be to for you to simply call your elected representatives and tell them in no uncertain terms that this aggression will not stand, man. Call your representatives in Congress and tell them what you think about it.
Read MoreIndia will provide ID cards that store all your medical data
India is planning health ID cards that store all your medical data, although there are privacy concerns.
Read MoreUSPS appears to be retiring vital machines ahead of mail-in ballot surge
The United States Postal Service is reportedly retiring mail sorting machines. According to Postmaster general Louis DeJoy, the agency is in a "dire" financial situation, citing significant falls in mail volume, "a broken business model" and an inadequate management strategy as reasons for the "impending liquidity crisis." Dejoy has been implementing changes since assuming the role in June, including organizational restructuring and a management hiring freeze, saying they're meant to "strengthen the Postal Service."
Read MoreRussia’s ‘first’ COVID vaccine has health officials concerned
As nations and NGOs around the world scramble to develop a safe and effective vaccine against the coronavirus, Russia claimed on Tuesday to already have one. "A vaccine against coronavirus has been registered for the first time in the world this morning," Russian President Vladimir Putin said on state TV during a press conference outside his residence. "One of my own daughters has tested the vaccine," Putin continued.
Read MoreHasselblad's 907X is a love letter to modular medium-format cameras
Last year, Hasselblad showed off its modular 970X 50C medium-format system, and even sold a limited number in a $7,500 limited edition Moon-Landing kit. Now, the company has announced that the camera system will be sold as a standard model.
Read MoreTCL's new 4K TVs offer Mini-LED tech and 120Hz gaming for $650
TCL has unveiled its 6-series lineup of 4K TVs with some impressive tech at relatively low prices. To start with, the sets all use TCL's QLED Mini-LED tech with up to 240 local dimming zones. That delivers higher brightness than OLED, but with better contrast control than regular QLED TVs.
Read MoreMLB teams could use cameras to detect fans who don't wear masks
According to a Bloomberg report the MLB has been investigating the use of cameras that could scan fans and spot individuals who are either not wearing masks or are using them improperly.
Read MoreQuip’s new Smart Brush and app rewards you for brushing your teeth
Quip Smart Brushes start at $45 -- the OG brush is $25 -- and are also available in a mini kid's brush size.
Read MoreWoz is hosting a livestream charity fundraiser for his 70th birthday
While Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak hasn't worked for the company in an official capacity for more than 30 years, "Woz" is still beloved by many in the tech community. As such, it's no surprise that when he celebrates his 70th birthday tomorrow, the internet is invited to celebrate along with him. Woz's wife Janet has set up a virtual 70th birthday party to benefit the musician Jewel's Inspiring Children Foundation. As most everything is in the era of COVID-19, the party will take place via a livestream on Twitch, Twitter and Woz's b-day website.
Read MoreRoland marks TR-808's 40th anniversary with a documentary and freebies
Roland is marking the TR-808 drum machine's 40th anniversary with a documentary, virtual instruments and more.
Read MoreImpossible Burger continues its rapid expansion with Publix
Impossible Foods announced today that its plant-based Impossible Burger will now be available at more than 1,200 Publix stores.
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Nintendo (11)
Someone squeezed a Nintendo Wii into a Game Boy Color-like case
GingerOfMods used parts from various Nintendo consoles to make the Wiiboy Color work.
Read MoreBloomberg: Nintendo is working on a 4K-capable Switch for 2021
Ready for a new Nintendo Switch? Bloomberg reports that a Switch 4K could ship next year, and bring with it a 'slew' of new top-tier games.
Read MoreIKEA Taiwan recreates its iconic catalog using Animal Crossing
Ikea Taiwan has recreated parts of its catalog on Facebook using the iconic characters and in-game furnishings from Animal Crossing.
Read MoreNintendo Switch games are up to 50 percent off in eShop sale
Through August 30, a number of digital Switch titles are up to 50-percent off at Nintendo's eShop. As the sale name suggests, many of the discounted titles, like Luigi's Mansion 3, are great games to play with family or friends.
Read MoreNintendo is bringing the Switch to Brazil at last
It pulled out of the country in 2015 due to high import tariffs.
Read MoreStylish PC roguelike 'Hades' heads to Switch this fall
Once 'Hades' exits Early Access on PC, it's heading to Nintendo's hybrid handheld.
Read More'Subnautica' arrives on Nintendo Switch in early 2021
The sequel, 'Subnautica: Below Zero,' is on the way to the console too.
Read MoreNintendo will show 20 minutes of indie Switch games tomorrow
You shouldn't expect any Zelda or Mario news in the Indie World Showcase.
Read MoreA 'GoldenEye 007' fan remake is dead after a cease and desist demand
'GoldenEye 25' will instead become an 'original game.'
Read MoreNintendo Switch hardware and software sales exploded over spring
The first quarter of Nintendo's financial year is usually a quiet one. Switch sales dip to their lowest point and tentpole releases are scarce. The company sold 5.68 million Switch consoles in the three-month window leading up to June 30th, 2020, which is more than double what it managed in the same period last year.
Read More'Pikmin 3 Deluxe' brings a beloved Wii U gem to Switch on October 30th
The expanded release adds cooperative play, as well as new difficulty settings, a hint system and better targeting.
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PC Gaming (17)
Steam lets you choose words to filter from chat
Steam now lets you make a custom list of words you want filtered from your chat experience, Steam owner Valve has announced. The Steam Text & Chat Filtering feature already removes commonly used strong profanity and slurs, but now you can add specific words that you want to be replaced with symbols across Steam chat and supporting games. The feature is available through the Steam Labs beta program, but may be universal in the near future.
Read MoreWoW's 'Shadowlands' expansion starts rolling out on October 26th
World of Warcraft's eighth expansion comes out this fall.
Read MoreVirtual 'League of Legends' band K/DA returns with The Baddest
K/DA, a four-person group comprised of Ahri, Akali, Evelynn and Kai'Sa — champions from the multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game League of Legends — has released a new track today called "The Baddest." It's the band's first release since "POP/STARS," a chart-topping single that debuted in 2018 and currently has over 360 million views on YouTube. The new track will be included on a currently-untitled EP that will be released under League developer Riot Games' own music label later this year.
Read MoreNVIDIA teases its next-generation RTX 3000 GPUs
NVIDIA is giving us a glimpse of its RTX 3000 Ampere GPUs.
Read MoreThe Logitech G Color Collection is made to look good on your stream
The G-Series Color Collection from Logitech features this G733 wireless headset that includes RGB lighting, swappable headbands and DTS: X stereo sound for $130.
Read MoreEA brings over 1,000 achievements to Steam
You can finally start unlocking those sweet, sweet achievements for EA games on Steam. The video game giant has brought over 1,000 achievements for its games on Steam, and the list includes trophies for newer titles like Battlefield V and Need for Speed.
Read More'Airplane Mode' will let you relive the monotony of economy class this fall
Move over Microsoft Flight Simulator, there's a new sim in town that let's you live the highs and lows of a six-hour economy class flight.
Read More‘Hitman 3’ will be an Epic Games Store exclusive on PC
'Hitman 3' will be a Epic Games Store exclusive for one year.
Read MoreEA Play hits Steam on August 31st
After a delay earlier in the year, EA's subscription will arrive on Steam on August 31st.
Read MoreNVIDIA brings GeForce Now game streaming to Chromebooks
NVIDIA is launching a beta version of its GeForce Now game streaming service on ChromeOS today. Instead, you can simply point your browser to play.geforce.now and login with a new or existing GeForce Now account. GeForce Now supports a range of titles from digital storefronts like Steam, Epic Games Store and Ubisoft's Uplay.
Read MoreThe rare arcade version of 'Quake' is now playable on PC
Tinkerers have found a way to make an arcade version of 'Quake' playable on everyday PCs, 22 years after it first arrived.
Read More'Horizon Zero Dawn' devs are investigating problems with the PC version
Shortly after Horizon Zero Dawn arrived on PC last week, players started reporting problems including crashing, freezing and frame rate issues. Now, Guerrilla Games has acknowledged the reports in a Steam post and said that it's looking into them.
Read More'Fall Guys' racks up two million players on Steam after just five days
Developer Mediatonic and publisher Devolver Digital announced today that over two million players have jumped into the Fall Guys world on Steam.
Read MoreNVIDIA is teasing something big for August 31st
It appears new GeForce graphics cards are on the way.
Read MoreSnag 'Quake' for free this weekend in the Bethesda Launcher (updated)
During this year's online-only QuakeCon event, you can get a free copy of the game that started the whole thing.
Read More'3 out of 10' is a free, interactive sitcom out today on the Epic Games Store
It's a serialized comedy show and mini-game extravaganza bundled into one completely free package.
Read MoreValorant's Act II update adds a new battle pass and deathmatches
Riot Games has revealed what Valorant players can expect in Act II — the free-to-player shooter's take on seasons — when it drops tomorrow (August 4th). The biggest addition is a new battle pass that gives owners a bunch of new cosmetics to unlock, including weapon skins and keychain-style 'gun buddies,' sprays, player titles and 'player card' artwork, and Radianite Points, a currency that can be spent on individual weapons to access even flashier skins and visual effects. Just like the previous battle pass, which launched on June 2nd with the game's general release, it will cost 1,000 Valorant Points, a premium currency that can be bought for $9.99.
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PlayStation (15)
Here's seven minutes of 'Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart' gameplay
At Gamescon 2020, Insomniac Games and Sony shared an uninterrupted demo of Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart that showed off more of the PlayStation 5 exclusive's gameplay. The trailer didn't reveal anything we hadn't already seen when Sony first showed off the game during its PS5 showcase in June, but it did give us a better look at the title's mechanics. For example, one of the tools we got to see Ratchet use more of is the Rift Tether.
Read MoreSony might send you an invite to pre-order the PS5
Your best chance to get a PS5 at launch may come by getting an invitation directly from Sony.
Read More'Iron Man VR' update includes New Game+ and 'Ultimate' difficulty mode
'Iron Man VR' patch adds new game modes, weapons and gameplay improvements.
Read MorePS5 developers explain how the DualSense controller changes gameplay
Developers share how they'll put the PS5 DualSense wireless controller to use.
Read More'Dishonored' follow-up 'Deathloop' delayed to Q2 2021
The latest casualty is Deathloop, the next game from Arx Fatalis and Dishonored creator Arkane Lyon. The game was first announced at Bethesda's press conference last year. Then, last June, Arkane Lyon returned with a trailer that included some Dishonored-inspired stealth and powers.
Read More'Ghost of Tsushima' is getting co-op modes this fall
The free 'Legends' update includes two-player and four-player missions, as well as a raid.
Read More'The Last of Us Part II' gets ultra-difficult Grounded and permadeath modes
As with the original game, Grounded mode tries to make the game's intense violence even more realistic.
Read More'Last of Us Part II' designer breaks down the game's detailed sound effects
The sound designer for 'The Last of Us Part II' has broken down the game's audio tricks in a surprisingly detailed video.
Read MoreDelayed roguelike 'Spelunky 2' comes to PS4 on September 15th
Many years ago, a little game called Spelunky graced the Xbox 360. The upgraded version was an immediate hit, though, and later ported to the PlayStation 3, PS Vita (my personal favorite way to play) PC and PlayStation 4. A sequel was announced in 2017 and given a tentative "2019" release date the following year.
Read More'Hitman 3' will include first-person assassinations on PSVR
Watch the first trailer for Hitman 3 in VR right here.
Read More'Vader Immortal' for PlayStation VR arrives August 25th
Vader Immortal is a pretty great way to get your VR Star Wars fix. As we learned this spring, the entire episodic game will be available in one purchase: that includes three episodes as well as the Lightsaber Dojo. The brief trailer that was shown off today during the latest PlayStation State of Play livestream didn't really offer any new info, but the good news is we already know this is a solid game and showcase for VR that's well worth playing.
Read MorePS4 game sales almost doubled during the pandemic
In its latest financial earnings, Sony reported that 91 million PS4 games were sold during the three-month period leading up to June 30th, 2020. In addition, PS Plus -- a subscription service that's required to play PS4 games online -- now stands at 44.9 million members, up from 41.5 million at the end of the last quarter. The company sold 1.9 million PS4 consoles during the three-month period, which is up from the previous quarter (1.4 million) but down 41 percent on the same quarter last year (3.2 million).
Read MoreSpider-Man is coming to the PlayStation version of 'Marvel's Avengers'
The friendly neighborhood Spider-Man, coming exclusively to PlayStation versions of Marvel's Avengers.
Read MoreSony's next PlayStation stream has 'no big PS5' announcements
In early June, we saw a ton of PS5 games and the first look at the console itself, but this time Sony says there are "no big PS5 announcements." While there isn't much on the docket for the PS5, Sony also said that it would have a "few" updates on third-party and indie PS5 games that were revealed in June.
Read MoreSony explains how PS4 accessories will work on PS5
First, let's get the old DualShock 4 out of the way: it'll work with PS4 games that are backwards compatible on the PS5, but it can't be used for next-gen video games. The reason, Sony explained in a blog post, is that many PS5 games will be using the "new technologies and features" offered by the DualSense controller, such as the adaptive triggers and 'haptic feedback' rumble.
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Reviews (41)
'The Last Campfire' is a haunting twilight stroll through the forest
The Last Campfire, the next game from No Man's Sky Developer Hello Games, captures the haunting aspect of a twilight forest stroll.
Read MoreTell us all about how this year's Pixel Buds sound and feel
If you're rocking Google's Pixel Buds, tell us what you think of this year's model in a user review.
Read MoreInside Facebook Horizon, a social VR playground
Horizon isn't just a place to gather with your friends, it's a large-scale environment where you can wander, chat with people you don't know, and hop into a variety of virtual rooms, from game shows to theme park festivities. At first, Horizon seemed like yet another crazy experiment from Facebook, leveraging its social strength and limitless resources to build the "ultimate" social VR experience. Given the niche market for VR, though, it was hard to tell how useful Horizon would actually be.
Read MoreThe reMarkable 2 is a gorgeous e-paper tablet begging for better software
Still, I'm glad reMarkable put in the work.
Read MoreBang & Olufsen's BeoPlay H95s are money-no-object wireless headphones
Bang & Olufsen has unveiled the BeoPlay H95, its flagship wireless headphones with active noise cancellation (ANC), high-end sound and lots of bespoke features aimed at well-heeled travelers.
Read MoreFairphone updates its ethical, modular phone with new cameras
The Fairphone 3+ is modular, repairable and ethical, but even with new cameras, it'll struggle to best a similarly-priced Pixel.
Read MoreDJI’s magnet-mounted OM4 fixes a major pain point
DJI's next mobile gimbal is called the OM4, and it mounts your phone with magnets.
Read MoreASUS kept the flippable camera for the flagship ZenFone 7 Pro
Apparently people really liked the flip camera on the ZenFone 6, so much that ASUS decided to keep this feature for its 2020 flagship, the ZenFone 7 Pro.
Read MoreThe Coros Pace 2 Sport is an ultralight GPS watch for competitive runners
Coros claims it's the lightest GPS watch on the market.
Read MoreIn ‘Outriders’, powers and teamwork beat guns
It's a crowded world of looter shooter games out there, how will Outriders best the competition?
Read MoreVue Lite smart glasses aren't that smart
The Vue Lite are $179 "smart glasses" that are really just a pair of frames with built-in speakers.
Read MoreThe Level Touch is a smart lock in disguise
For those who want to live a key-free life without having an obvious smart lock on your door, Level Home might have the product for you. Level Touch, the company's latest product, is a smart lock designed to look like a key lock. Billed as an "invisible smart lock," Level Lock was designed with discretion in mind, according to a statement from Level Home.
Read MoreMOD Duo X review: A do-it-all music box with potential
The MOD Duo X is a one-of-a-kind desktop effects processor that has the potential to do even more. It's excellent for building virtual pedalboards, but its synth features still feel unfinished. If you're looking for an all-in-one device that can be a multi-effects unit, a direct recording box, a headphone practice amp and a live sound mangler the Duo X is a solid choice, as long as you're willing to spend the $749.
Read MoreHow some early adopters feel about Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip
Galaxy Z Flip owners share their experiences with this unique clamshell phone.
Read MoreHatch Rest is the perfect all-in-one night light for my kids
The Hatch Rest is a night light, white noise machine and backup alarm all in one.
Read MoreShare your thoughts on the flagship OnePlus 8 Pro
Write a user review for the OnePlus 8 Pro on Engadget!
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Galaxy Note 20 Ultra review and Fortnite v. Apple
This week on the Engadget podcast, we dive into a review of the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, Epic's war with Apple and Facebook's inability to take on Tiktok.
Read MoreKorg's Volca Sample 2 is a huge upgrade in almost every way
Korg's Volca Sample is one of the most beloved members of beloved family of affordable and portable instruments. The Volca Sample 2 is visually almost indistinguishable from the original. That USB port is definitely the biggest upgrade here.
Read MorePolestar 2 first drive: a sporty EV with Android Automotive inside
The centerpiece of the Polestar 2 is the vehicle's high-tech center console.
Read MoreSony's WH-1000XM4 headphones (our new favorites) start shipping today
You can now officially buy Sony's newest wireless ANC headphones, the stellar WH-1000XM4, for $350.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra review: Unabashedly over the top
When I first spent time with the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, I said it felt a lot like a Galaxy S20 Ultra "with a stylus and a bit of a makeover." What didn't come across during that brief socially distanced demo was that, by curbing some of its wilder initiatives and dutifully improving existing features, Samsung built its best big phone ever. Since that (very good) trend seems unlikely to change, the Note 20 Ultra is only worth the splurge if you need the best of the best... and the S Pen.
Read MoreColgate's latest AI-powered smart toothbrush starts at $50
Called "hum by Colgate," it's a smart toothbrush that's more affordable. In general, smart toothbrushes aren't necessarily better than regular run-of-the-mill electric toothbrushes.
Read MoreGalaxy Watch 3 review: The best non-Apple smartwatch
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 3 is the best non-Apple smartwatch.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: All about the Surface Duo and Galaxy Watch 3
Cherlynn and Devindra dig into the Surface Duo's specs and discuss some of their concerns about Microsoft's dual-screen debut. They also go over what it's been like to review the Galaxy Watch 3.
Read MorePerfect Play won’t make me a pro soccer player, but it might help you
The app has been designed by Chelsea FC's academy to help kids around the world develop their fundamentals.
Read MoreTurtle Beach's new gaming headset offers impressive sound for under $100
Turtle Beach's Stealth 600 Gen 2 sounds great and feels comfortable for a great price.
Read MoreWe shot this video about the new iMac on the iMac's upgraded webcam
A few first impressions of the 2020 27-inch iMac.
Read MoreOur readers get real about their issues with the AirPods Pro
Engadget users give us the scoop on how the AirPods Pro fared in the real world.
Read More'Skater XL' is the realistic skateboarding game I’ve been waiting for
If you've been missing EA's Skate franchise, Skater XL might be the game for you.
Read MoreShare your thoughts on this year's XPS 13 laptop
Rank and review Dell's most recent XPS laptop here on Engadget!
Read MoreSony WH-1000XM4 review: The best just got better
Sony has made the best even better. You won't find a more feature-packed set of headphones right now, and it's unlikely you will until Sony updates these again.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Tab S7+ hands-on: It's all about that spec sheet
Samsung is one of few companies still making premium Android tablets, and it's getting pretty good at it. The company announced the new Galaxy Tab S7 and S7+ at its Unpacked event yesterday and based simply off the specs, these are very impressive devices. The Tab S7 is smaller and uses an LCD screen, while the 12-inch S7+ is clearly the higher end model.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Buds Live review: Unique design, poor execution
Samsung's latest true wireless earbuds have a unique "open type" design, but you have to sacrifice sound quality and the effectiveness of ANC. There are some attractive features here, but the company's Galaxy Buds+ are the better option.
Read MoreThe Galaxy Note 20 vs. the competition: A real handful
We take a look at how the specs of the Galaxy Note 20 measure up to its closest competitors.
Read MoreWhat you need to know about the new Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra
Samsung officially revealed the Galaxy Note 20 ($999) and Note 20 Ultra ($1,299) today, alongside a slew of other new devices at its online-only Unpacked event. The big question now is whether these two Notes can carve out niches for themselves among Samsung's already-huge pack of premium devices. And, honestly, I'm not so sure about that.
Read MoreLogitech's G923 racing wheel makes you feel every curve of the road
Logitech's latest racing wheel, the G923, has some of the best force feedback we've ever seen.
Read MoreMPK Mini mk3 is solid but iterative upgrade to a classic MIDI controller
Akai's MPK Mini mkII is one of the best-selling MIDI controllers out there. It's small, affordable, and has a solid arpeggiator plus the best pads on any budget or midrange controller. The portable MIDI controller field has gotten a lot more crowded, not to mention more competitive.
Read MoreOlympus' $699 E-M10 IV has a higher-res sensor and flip-down selfie screen
Olympus has unveiled the $700 O-MD E-M10 Mark IV, the latest in its line of entry level Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. While it looks much the same as the last model, there are some notable improvements in the sensor and display that should appeal to users looking to graduate from smartphones.
Read MoreThe Google Pixel 4a vs. the competition: The midrange heats up
How does the Pixel 4a measure up under the hood to the iPhone SE and Galaxy A51?
Read MoreMasterbuilt Gravity Series 560 review: A versatile smart charcoal grill
Masterbuilt offers the familiarity and convenience of charcoal with a WiFi-connected setup that works well as both a smoker and a high-temperature searing machine. The 560 lacks some of the more advanced features pellet grills have, but at around half the price, the company does a great job covering the basics.
Read MorePixel 4a review: The best $350 phone
Now that Google has launched the Pixel 4a (at last) for just $350, I might actually be convinced: the time for midrange phones to reign is nigh. When I picked up the Pixel 4a, my first thought was "Wait, does this thing have a case on?" The soft-touch coating on the back felt foreign, since I'm used to phones with glossier finishes. In fact, the Pixel 4a is as sturdy and well-made as the Pixel 4.
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Robotics (8)
Elon Musk unveils V2 of the Neuralink brain-machine interface surgery bot
Just over a year since their last major announcement, Elon Musk's Neuralink is finally ready to show off the fruits of its labor: a revolutionary brain-machine interface that could blur the lines between humanity and technology, as well as give our feeble fleshy minds a leg up against increasingly capable AIs. "It's important that Neuralink solves this problem sooner rather than later, because the point at which we have digital superintelligence, that's when we pass the singularity and things become just very uncertain," Musk told Inverse in 2019. Musk took to the stage at the Neuralink headquarters on Friday afternoon to reveal a working "V2" prototype of the automated surgical system that the company debuted last year.
Read MoreCornell University's laser-activated robot is smaller than a paramecium
Researchers from Cornell University unveiled an entire robot that is teensy enough to fit most anywhere in the human body — yes, even in there — and inexpensive enough to produce on a mass scale. The walking robots are the creation of Cornell physics professor Itai Cohen, professor of physical science Paul McEuen, and assistant professor at the University of Pennsylvania, Marc Miskin.
Read MoreHarvard and Sony built a tiny surgery robot inspired by origami
The mini-RCM is about the size of a tennis ball and weighs the same as a penny.
Read MoreiRobot's Roomba gets a huge intelligence boost
iRobot is unveiling a new software platform that lets its Roombas and Braava mop work with other smart devices, and learn from your behavior.
Read MoreThis self-strumming guitar can shred like no other
The Circle Guitar can potentially strum the strings 32,000 times a minute.
Read MoreThis tiny robotic beetle travels for two hours without a battery
This tiny, autonomous robotic beetle runs on liquid methanol.
Read MoreMIT researchers show how 'Dr. Spot' could help diagnose COVID-19
Boston Dynamics and MIT researchers say they've collaborated to create "Dr. Dr. Spot also has a computer tablet that allows doctors to remotely speak with patients. Researchers tested Dr. Spot with volunteers at the Harvard Medical School's Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston.
Read MorePepper the robot can politely suggest you wear a damn mask
Pepper the humanoid robot can now scan face to tell whether or not people are wearing masks.
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Samsung (17)
Samsung says its latest mobile memory is a production breakthrough
Samsung claims to have smashed a production barrier with a new LPDDR5 memory chip for smartphones and other mobile devices.
Read MoreSamsung teases premium Thom Browne Edition of the Galaxy Z Fold 2
Samsung has teased a Thom Browne special edition of the Galaxy Z Fold 2, and it's bound to carry a premium over the standard model.
Read MoreSamsung will give the Galaxy Z Fold 2 a proper unveiling on September 1st
Toward the end of its last Unpacked press conference, Samsung spent a surprising amount of time talking about its new Galaxy Z Fold 2 before promising more detail on September 1st. Now, the company has made those plans more concrete: Rather than a news dump or PR blast, Samsung will stage a streamed event at 10AM Eastern/7AM Pacific that day to focus on the foldable. In years past, such an announcement would've been made on the ground at the IFA trade show in Berlin, but continued concerns over the novel coronavirus pandemic forced Samsung to back out of the event in July.
Read MoreSamsung's 'Find My Mobile' now works when your phone is offline
Nearby Galaxy devices can scan for lost phones and tablets.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy S20 Fan Edition may cut costs in design and cameras
Leaked details of Samsung's low-cost Galaxy S20 Fan Edition suggest its main sacrifices will revolve around the design and cameras.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Diving into everything Samsung (and the Pixel 4a)
This week on the Engadget Podcast, we chat about all of Samsung's new gear, the Pixel 4a and more!
Read MoreWatch the Engadget Podcast chat about everything Samsung live at 10AM ET
Watch our live podcast recording about Samsung's Galaxy Note 20 and their other new gear.
Read MoreHere's everything Samsung announced at its Unpacked 2020 event
Here are all of the highlights from today's Samsung Unpacked event.
Read MoreSamsung extends Android support on flagship phones
It previously only offered full software updates for two years.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Z Fold 2 features a thinner self-cleaning hinge brush
Another folding phone for Samsung, another round of potential problems to deal with. The company revealed the Galaxy Z Fold 2 today, which builds on plenty of the improvements we saw in the Galaxy Z Flip. In particular, Samsung paid close attention to the hinge, which is crucial to making these devices bend.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Watch 3 supports ECG, but only in South Korea for now
Most notable is the electrocardiogram (ECG) feature, something Apple added to the Watch series 4 in 2018. ECG isn't available at launch, but Samsung says it'll be available soon on both the Watch 3 as well as the Watch Active 2. Samsung is also including blood pressure monitoring in the Watch 3, something not available on the Apple Watch.
Read MoreSamsung will offer an Xbox Game Pass Bundle with the Note 20
You'll get a controller and three months of access to games via xCloud.
Read MoreSamsung's Notes app will soon sync with Microsoft OneNote
A new Galaxy Note wouldn't be complete without some new note-taking features. Today, Samsung unveiled a refreshed Notes app that will sync with Microsoft's infinitely more popular OneNote platform. Samsung's Reminders app, meanwhile, will sync with Outlook, Microsoft To-Do (its replacement for Wunderlist) and its Slack competitor Teams.
Read MoreSamsung teases the bigger (and hopefully better) Galaxy Z Fold 2
Say hello to the second-generation Galaxy Fold.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Buds Live offer 'open' ANC and hands-free access to Bixby
Samsung's latest true wireless earbuds, the Galaxy Buds Live, have leaked several times over the last few weeks. Today Samsung is doing just that, alongside the Galaxy Note 20, Galaxy Tab S7 and Galaxy Watch 3. When the Galaxy Buds Live first broke cover, the jokes about their bean-like design were a dime a dozen.
Read MoreWatch Samsung's Unpacked event with us live from 9:40AM ET
Samsung hasn't been shy about the fact that it has a ton of devices to show us at its upcoming Unpacked event, and that day is finally here. You can get excited with senior mobile editor Chris Velazco and myself right here as we head over to YouTube for a real-time reaction stream with a post-show to share our thoughts (and insider info) after. Based on the sneaky silhouette that Samsung has shared, we can tell there will be at least a foldable, a Note phone, a watch and what looks like wireless earbuds.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Z Fold2 leaks one last time before tomorrow's Unpacked
New high-resolution images of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold2 have leaked (again), this time in rose gold, showing even more clearly how much more attractive and refined the design is than the last model. They come courtesy of smartphone leak-meister Evan Blass, who recently tweeted images and colors of the Galaxy Tab S7 and S7+, as well.
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Science (12)
The Morning After: Elon Musk's brain implant is working -- in pigs
Neuralink showed off a working brain implant in a pig named Gertrude, and we have advice on buying gaming laptops.
Read MoreWatch Elon Musk's Neuralink reveal live at 6PM ET
Neuralink will apparently show off a working version of its brain-machine interface technology today.
Read MoreElon Musk teases 'working Neuralink device' reveal on August 28th
Elon Musk has revealed more details about a promised development update for Neuralink, the brain-computer interface designed to help folks with severe brain injuries.
Read MoreOutlier adds Astronomy and Statistics classes to its online university
Fancy learning astronomy or statistics from star academics with real college credit?
Read MoreMIT researchers use radio signals to detect everyday household activities
The RF-Diary can track someone's activities while maintaining their privacy.
Read MoreHitting the Books: This $80 prosthetic has helped millions walk again
In her new book, What Can a Body Do, Hendren examines the challenges that people with disabilities face on a daily basis in a world that often doesn't take their needs into account and shows that more inclusive design — from cybernetic prosthetic arms and more accessible city streets to tactile doorbells for the deaf — isn't just possible, it's already practical. In the excerpt below, Hendren looks at the Jaipur Foot, an unpowered, low-cost prosthetic that has helped nearly two million lower leg amputees in India and other countries regain their ability to walk. From WHAT CAN A BODY DO: How We Meet the Built World by Sara Hendren published on August 18, 2020 by Riverhead, an imprint of Penguin Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House LLC. Copyright © 2020 Sara Hendren.
Read MoreThis super strength body battery is made with discarded Kevlar
Today's robot-mounted batteries provide electrical power but at the expense of added mass that in turn requires added power to move and use. Lithium-Ion batteries can go for around 500 cycles without noticeably degrading, however zinc batteries begin to decline after just 100.
Read MoreResearchers grew a mini human heart to study fetal heart development
A team of scientists have grown a miniature human heart to better understand fetal heart development.
Read MoreRecent damage to the Arecibo telescope could keep it offline for months
It could take months to repair Arecibo Observatory, the second-largest radio telescope in the world.
Read MoreHigh-speed camera captures a fluid behaving like a solid
Researchers have used a high-speed camera to catch a fluid behaving like a solid, which could shape the future of engineering.
Read MoreRecommended Reading: The world of Lego interface panel design
The week's noteworthy writing on technology and more.
Read MoreVirgin Galactic reveals its Mach 3 aircraft design
Virgin Galactic unveils its Mach 3 high-speed aircraft design and plans to work with Rolls-Royce.
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Smartphones (29)
Qualcomm's Snapdragon 732G promises more power for midrange phones
Midrange phones are on the rise, and Qualcomm is updating its portfolio to power more of them. The company today announced the Snapdragon 732G, which follows up last year's Snapdragon 730G. Poco's global head of products Sam Jiang said in a statement, "We believe the device will set a new benchmark in the mid-range category, completely redefining the relationship between a phone's price and its capabilities."
Read MoreMotorola's latest mid-range phone is a sub-$500 stunner with 5G
Motorola has been on a tear this year: It has announced or released more than ten new smartphones in 2020, and rumor has it there's at least one more big reveal coming soon. For what it's worth though, the brand's latest mid-range offering the -- Motorola One 5G -- might be its most appealing new release yet. Motorola promised earlier this year it would release a 5G smartphone for under $500, and, well, you're looking at it.
Read MoreThe Xperia 5 II might be Sony's first phone with a 120Hz screen
A leak for Sony's Xperia 5 II suggests it could have a 120Hz screen and add a headphone jack.
Read MoreXiaomi's under-display camera tech is coming to phones next year
Under-display cameras do a neat trick, allowing manufacturers to build all-screen phones without the need for complex pop-up selfie cameras. Now, Xiaomi has unveiled its third-generation of under-display cameras and promised that the technology will be coming to the mass market "next year."
Read MoreThe OnePlus 'Clover' could be an entry-level phone bound for the US
OnePlus could soon launch its first entry-level smartphone and release it in the US, marking the first time the brand has dabbled in that space.
Read MoreT-Mobile's latest Revvl phone offers 5G speeds for $200
The 5G revolution isn't quite upon us, but it doesn't hurt to own a phone that's primed and ready. The company believes the hardware — which costs $399.99, or $16.67 per month over two years — is "America's most affordable 5G smartphone, ever." The phone will be available through T-Mobile's Metro sub-brand, too, for the same price.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 5 may be boring, and that's not a bad thing
Plus, Google has proven time and again that through smart software optimization it can squeeze great performance out of lesser devices. Just one model that will come with a 6-inch OLED -- which is smack in the middle of the 6.3 inch screen of the Pixel 4 XL and the 5.8 inch screen on the Pixel 4A.
Read MoreWatch the LG Wing and its flip-out second screen in action
A video shows LG's unannounced 'Wing' device that packs a second screen in an usual way.
Read MoreGlobal smartphone shipments tanked by 20.4 percent due to the pandemic
Of the major phone manufacturers, only Apple saw a relatively small decline in sales.
Read MoreGalaxy Note 20 teardown finds graphite cooling in some phones
Samsung's new Note 20 could represent a new direction for how the company designs the cooling of its phones.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Google's new Pixel phones leak in the wild
Another `YouTube record-breaker. Guess who?
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 may have surfaced in the wild
Google's Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 have appeared in image leaks that include hints at welcome battery and camera upgrades.
Read MoreThe 5G BlackBerry could be 'the most American-made phone out there'
BlackBerry faithful were dealt a harsh blow earlier this year when TCL, the biggest company to build phones for the brand, said it would stop. That left enthusiasts clinging to their KEY2s, wondering about would-be replacements, and raising glasses to the good old days — at least until an upstart Texas outfit announced plans to pick up where TCL left off.
Read MoreAndroid 11 will offer wireless Android Auto features on most phones
Once Android 11 rolls out, the list of phones that can use wireless Android Auto will grow considerably. Google has updated Android Auto's FAQ page (as spotted by 9to5Google) to add that almost all devices installed with the upcoming mobile OS will get the capability to connect to compatible in-car entertainment systems without a wire. The updated page also notes that your phone must support 5GHz WiFi for wireless connection to work.
Read MoreBlackBerry phones are back, baby
The startup OnwardMobility plans to release a 5G BlackBerry smartphone in the first half of 2021.
Read MoreZTE's Axon 20 5G smartphone will have the first under-display camera
ZTE has announced that it will release the first smartphone with an under-display selfie camera. The Axon 20 5G is expected to have a 6.92-inch OLED display, but there'll be no notches, punch holes or other blemishes where a front camera would normally go. We just hope that under-display tech has improved since we last saw it on an Oppo prototype, because that model showed a fair amount of hazing.
Read MoreiOS update arrives to fix 'green tint' iPhone 11 issue
Apple's latest update addresses a 'green tint' that some iPhone 11 owners were seeing.
Read MoreMotorola will show off its latest Razr successor on September 9th
We'll likely see the company announce a new version of its Razr foldable.
Read MoreYou can pre-order Microsoft's Surface Duo foldable phone today
Microsoft's Surface Duo is arriving a bit early on September 10th.
Read MoreSamsung's 120Hz mobile displays use variable refresh rates to save power
Samsung's new Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G is the first one with its variable refresh rate display that can slow things down from 120Hz to 10Hz and use less energy.
Read MoreXiaomi's Mi 10 Ultra promises an absurd 120x hybrid zoom
Xiaomi adds the Mi 10 Ultra, with a 120x hybrid zoom, to its flagship lineup.
Read MoreThe Mate 40 will feature Huawei's final high-end Kirin processor
The Trump Administration's Entity List ban continues to affect Huawei's business.
Read MoreGoogle is done with the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL
The Pixel 4 and 4 XL will soon be hard to come by. A Google spokesperson told The Verge that the Google Store has "sold through its inventory" and "completed sales of Pixel 4 [and] Pixel 4 XL." At the time of writing, though, it's still possible to buy the regular Pixel 4 from Google's Store, provided you're willing to use the company's Fi network.
Read MoreSamsung's UWB tech will let you use a Galaxy Note 20 Ultra as a digital key
As rumored, the flagship Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is Samsung's first phone with newfangled ultra wideband (UWB) technology first seen on Apple's iPhone 11. Samsung calls it Nearby Share, and it lets you point your Galaxy Note 20 Ultra at another Note 20 Ultra or future Samsung UWB device. It'll then list all of those other devices or people at the top of a sharing panel.
Read MoreMotorola’s $399 One Fusion+ lands in North America tomorrow
Motorola's $399 One Fusion+ arrives in North America tomorrow.
Read MoreHow Google made its newest Pixel phone so cheap
When Google released the Pixel 3a and 3a XL, they were pretty good deals -- you could pay as little as $399 for a phone with the same clean software and excellent camera performance as the company's earlier, more premium devices. The strategy paid off: Google sold 3 million Pixel 3a phones in its first two quarters on the market, compared to just 2 million Pixel 4s in the same amount of time. To help replicate that success, Google made the new Pixel 4a even cheaper: There's just one version, and it costs $349.
Read MoreGoogle's long-awaited Pixel 4a goes on sale August 20th for $350
After a months-long delay and a steady stream of leaks, Google's Pixel 4a is finally here. Google focused most of its resources on developing a single version of the Pixel 4a, and thanks to its 5.8-inch OLED screen, it physically splits the difference between last year's Pixel 3a and 3a XL. As all those rumors suggested, the 4a looks cleaner than earlier models because Google went with a hole-punch display, rather than clutter things up with foreheads, chins, and notches.
Read MoreGoogle's Live Caption feature for Pixel phones now supports calls
Google's Live Caption tool is not only an important accessibility feature, but it's also useful in noisy environments like a bar or a subway station. It's available on Pixel phones and computers through the Chrome browser, and will provide onscreen subtitles for any media that plays audio on your device. With today's launch of the Pixel 4a, though, Google is unveiling Live Caption for Calls and it'll be available on the Pixel 2, 3, 3a, 4 and 4a.
Read MoreGoogle will release 5G versions of the Pixel 4a and Pixel 5 in the fall
Google launched the Pixel 4a today and unlike previous years, there is only one version available. No Pixel 4a XL, no "Clearly White" or "Purple-ish" option — we can only get it in "Just Black." There will also be a 5G-ready version for the upcoming Pixel 5, which Google hadn't officially announced until today.
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Social Media (60)
Twitter makes sure Quote Tweets are just one click away
Getting to a tweet's "Quote Tweets" takes just one click.
Read MoreTwitter says Chadwick Boseman's final post is the most liked tweet ever
Twitter says Chadwick Boseman's last post broke the record for the most liked tweet.
Read MoreFacebook pilot links user profiles with online news subscriptions
Facebook is testing an account-linking feature that connects users' profiles with their news subscriptions.
Read MoreFacebook sues man who sold fake Instagram likes
Facebook is once again taking the issue of fake Instagram likes to court.
Read MoreWalmart joins Microsoft’s bid to buy TikTok
Walmart says it's joining forces with Microsoft in an attempt to buy TikTok US.
Read MoreTikTok CEO Kevin Mayer quits just three months after taking the job
TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer has resigned, after leaving Disney to take the job in May of this year.
Read MoreFacebook users reported Wisconsin militia group before protest shooting
Facebook users reported an event organized by a militia group in Kenosha, Wisconsin and were told it didn't break the company's rules.
Read MoreInstagram brings in-app shopping cart to all US businesses
Instagram is finally flipping the switch on the in-app shopping features it's been testing for more than a year.
Read MoreTikTok sues the US government over upcoming ban
As expected, TikTok has filed a lawsuit against the US government to challenge a proposed ban against the service.
Read MoreTwitter hides Trump tweet for potentially discouraging voting
Twitter has once again flagged and hidden one of President Trump's tweets, this time "for making misleading health claims that could potentially dissuade people from participation in voting."
Read MoreWeChat user alliance sues Trump administration over threatened ban
An alliance of WeChat users is suing the Trump administration over an executive order that could ban the chat app in the US.
Read MoreTikTok will sue the US over threatened ban
TikTok has confirmed it will file a lawsuit against the US over a Trump executive order threatening to ban the social network.
Read MoreTikTok executive says it has 'multiple paths' to stay alive in the US
Multiple companies have expressed interest in acquiring TikTok's US business since President Trump issued an executive order earlier this month requiring the app's Chinese owners to shutdown operations in America. Should a sale not go through by the end of September (within 90 days of the order dated Aug. 14th), Trump said TikTok will have to "close down" in the US.
Read MoreTikTok has removed hundreds of thousands of videos for hate speech
TikTok is the latest social media platform to peel back the curtain on its efforts to fight hate speech.
Read MoreReddit has banned nearly 7,000 hateful subreddits since June 29th
Reddit has banned nearly 7,000 hateful subreddits since its new content policies went into effect.
Read MoreTwitter 'Transparency Center' shows government data requests by country
Twitter unveils a new Transparency Center to showcase past transparency reports and the data they contain.
Read MoreInstagram's suggested posts will keep you scrolling forever
Instagram's new suggested posts will make your feed endless.
Read MoreInstagram's new QR codes are a shortcut directly to your profile
Instagram's shareable QR codes are a quick link that any camera app can scan to find your profile.
Read MoreFacebook and Twitter push back against links to 'Plandemic' sequel
On Facebook, it has blocked links to a coronavirus conspiracy video that's filled with misinformation. YouTube is blocking uploads while Twitter sends people who click on links to a warning page first.
Read MoreSnapchat will test making content viewable outside of its app
The experiment will affect the app's publicly-viewable content, like shows and publisher content.
Read MoreFT: Oracle joins Microsoft as a possible bidder for TikTok
If TikTok is sold, who will buy it? The latest name in the rumor mill is an unexpected one: Oracle.
Read MoreYouTuber’s DIY gun shoots masks onto people’s faces
YouTuber Allen Pan created a DIY mask gun that launches masks onto people's faces.
Read MoreTrump orders TikTok owner to sell its US business
Trump issued an executive order to undo ByteDance's acquisition of Musical.ly
Read MoreA third of TikTok’s US users may be 14 years old or younger
As much as a third of TikTok's 49 million users in the US may be 14 years old or younger.
Read MoreSnapchat's latest custom Lenses are designed for dancing videos
Snap has updated its Lens Studio platform so artists and developers can create custom Lenses — the company's term for AR experiences — that leverage full body tracking. Snapchat's maker has created two templates, Full Body Triggers and Full Body Attachments, that can conjure up various effects based on what the user is doing inside the frame.
Read MoreInstagram will make suspicious accounts verify their identities
Instagram is taking new steps to root out bots and other accounts trying to manipulate its platform.
Read MoreDisney, Apple and more voice concerns over WeChat ban to White House
After President Donald Trump signed an executive order that would ban all US transactions with messaging app WeChat, some of the biggest names in American industry have begun to voice concerns about the shift directly to White House officials. According to a report published by the Wall Street Journal, representatives from "more than a dozen" major US companies, from Apple to Walmart to Disney to UPS, participated in a call this past Tuesday to highlight how they might be affected by action against taken against WeChat.
Read MoreTwitter’s new API for third-party apps is now live
After a security breach caused a delay, Twitter has launched its new API meant to improve third-party apps. Twitter's API "has long taken a one-size-fits-all approach," according to a post on the Twitter Developer Blog, but Twitter developers said they've listened to feedback to make the API more scalable and flexible to apps like Tweet Delete and Tweetbot. Notable changes include a new foundation, multiple access levels and product tracks.
Read MoreFacebook will show pop-ups before you share articles about COVID-19
Facebook has struggled to tamp down viral misinformation about the pandemic.
Read MorePinterest says its skin tone searches are now more accurate
It has expanded the feature to the UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand.
Read MoreTwitter’s reply-limiting feature is now available to everyone
Twitter is making one of its boldest experiments official.
Read MoreTwitter tests automatic translations in Brazil
That's because Twitter has started testing automatic translations in the region "to make it easier to understand the conversations [they] follow."
Read MoreBelarus is reportedly blocking and throttling Twitter in reaction to protests
Twitter has acknowledged that it is being blocked and throttled in Belarus, likely due to protests contesting the legitimacy of recent election results.
Read MoreTwitter test directly shows your tweet quote counts
Twitter is testing a change that shows the number of quotes directly on tweets.
Read MoreTwitter is reportedly the latest to explore a deal with TikTok
Twitter is said to have entered preliminary talks about a deal with TikTok.
Read MoreTikTok may sue White House over ban as soon as August 11th
TikTok is reportedly suing the Trump administration over a threatened ban as soon as August 11th over constitutional grounds.
Read MoreUS Army and Navy unban Twitch commenter who criticized the military
The US Army and Navy have agreed to unban Jordan Uhl, the activist who linked to a Wikipedia page listing US military war crimes in their Twitch chats. After the incident, Uhl wrote an article criticizing the military for using Twitch to scout for potential recruits, especially since recruiters can interact with kids as young as 13. In a letter sent to Columbia University's Knight First Amendment Institute, which represented Uhl, the Navy justified his ban by pointing out that he violated the channel's spam policy when he kept posting similar messages over a period of three days.
Read MoreReels is a worthy TikTok rival lost in Instagram bloat
Earlier this week, Facebook finally released its latest attempt at a TikTok rival. It's called Instagram Reels, and as its name suggests, it's actually a feature that lives inside Instagram, without an app of its own. While incorporating Reels directly inside an already popular app gives it a good chance at succeeding, it also adds clutter and bloat to the Instagram experience, and after trying it out, risks confusing users.
Read MoreTikTok vows to fight White House ban with ‘all remedies available’
TikTok has issued a statement on the White House's plan to ban its popular app, saying it was "shocked" by the executive order and that it will respond in court, if necessary. The order, issued yesterday by President Trump, means that TikTok could disappear in the US in 45 days if nothing changes.
Read MoreTrump executive order seeks to ban TikTok, WeChat 'transactions' in 45 days
Donald Trump issued two executive orders stating a ban on transactions with Tencent and ByteDance, the Chinese parent companies of WeChat and TikTok.
Read MoreSnapchat introduces voting resources to boost youth turnout
Snapchat wants to use its influence with young people to help drive higher turnout in the upcoming elections. To do that, the company is introducing a new set of educational tools meant to help users prepare to vote. The new features include voter registration tools and informational guides about the upcoming elections.
Read MoreTrump's threat to ban TikTok might be legal, but it's super shady
If you don't know what TikTok is, go ask literally anybody under the age of 30. The short-form, video-based website is a social media juggernaut. It pales against Facebook or Twitter in terms of monthly active users but TikTok still commands an estimated 70 million users in the US (and around 800 million worldwide).
Read MoreTwitter adds labels to state-backed media and government accounts
The labels will appear in users' profiles and within their tweets.
Read MoreTwitter mistakenly tells all iOS users they can limit tweet replies (updated)
Twitter now gives iOS users the option of limiting who can reply to a tweet.
Read MoreFacebook removes Trump post for 'harmful COVID misinformation'
Trump falsely claimed that children are 'almost immune' from COVID-19.
Read MoreInstagram inexplicably adds a Comic Sans-like font to Stories
Instagram couldn't even get the real Comic Sans for Stories.
Read MoreWhy Trump views TikTok as a threat
TikTok's reckoning over user data has been a long time coming.
Read MoreTikTok bans deepfakes to fight misinformation and election meddling
TikTok has become the latest platform to ban "synthetic or manipulated media."
Read MoreInstagram 'bug' heavily favored Trump content over Biden for months
In yet another evidentiary blow to the conservative mythology that social media platforms are biased against them and actively silencing right-wing voices, Buzzfeed reports that for the past two months Instagram's algorithms have been heavily favoring content generated by the Trump reelection campaign. Not only has the algorithm been returning more Trump-brand content on tag searches, Buzzfeed found, but that content has been overwhelmingly positive with nary a negative connotation to be seen. A similar search for #DonaldTrump returned 7 million hits with virtually zero results coming from anti-Trump tags.
Read MoreSnapchat now lets you turn your face into an animated sticker
Think of it as a more realistic (and slightly more terrifying) Bitmoji.
Read MoreInstagram launches Reels, and tries to beat TikTok at its own game
Facebook is coming for TikTok.
Read MoreAn OnlyFans creator is suing a site that hosts paywalled images for free
OnlyFans creators Deniece Waidhofer is suing Thothub for spreading her images without consent.
Read MoreWhatsApp makes it easier to fact-check forwarded messages
WhatsApp's new feature that lets users search the web for more info about frequently forwarded messages.
Read MoreChina won't accept 'theft' of TikTok, according to state newspaper
China won't accept the "theft" of TikTok, and that it has "plenty of ways to respond" if the US government tries to force a sale through, according to an editorial in the state-run China Daily (via Reuters). That follows news that Microsoft wants to acquire TikTok's operations in certain markets, after US President Trump threatened to ban the app.
Read MoreTwitter expects a fine of up to $250 million over privacy violations
The FTC has been investigating Twitter over the use of personal data for ad targeting since October last year, the social network itself revealed in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. According to the document, the Commission is looking into Twitter's "use of phone number and/or email address data provided for safety and security purposes for targeted advertising during periods between 2013 and 2019." In a blog post from 2019, Twitter disclosed that it may have "inadvertently" matched users' phone numbers and email ads provided for two-factor and identity verification with marketing lists advertisers had uploaded.
Read MoreTwitter 'rate limit' messages are due to an error, not your bad tweets
Twitter 'rate limit' error messages are popping up everywhere.
Read MoreTrump says TikTok has until September 15th to sell US operations or close
According to the New York Times, President Donald Trump said at a White House briefing that TikTok must sell its US operations by September 15th, or be forced to shut down. "I don't mind whether it's Microsoft or someone else, a big company, a secure company, a very American company buys it," Trump told reporters, according to Bloomberg. "It'll close down on Sept. 15 unless Microsoft or somebody else is able to buy it and work out a deal, an appropriate deal, so the Treasury of the United States gets a lot of money."
Read MoreSnapchat targets TikTok by adding music to snaps
Snapchat will soon get a little more like Instagram and TikTok.
Read MoreTikTok owner reportedly agrees to sell US stake to avoid ban (updated)
ByteDance has reportedly agreed to give up its US stake in TikTok to prevent a ban, and Microsoft would protect the data.
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Space (16)
SpaceX makes first polar orbit launch from Florida in 'decades'
While SpaceX didn't pull off a doubleheader Sunday launch like it planned, the company still managed a rare feat. Instead of launching eastward like every other Cape Canaveral rocket, SpaceX's Falcon 9 headed south toward Cuba, close to populated areas on Florida's coast (via The Verge).
Read MoreRocket Lab's Electron rocket makes a successful return to flight
Rocket Lab has made a successful return to flight following a failure last month. The company's Electron rocket launched a 100 kg (220 pound) Earth observation satellite from its facility on the Mahia Peninsula in New Zealand at 11:05 PM EDT on August 30th. That marks the first flight since the company's failed launch on July 4th, when it lost seven satellites including one from Canon.
Read MoreWatch ULA abort a rocket launch at the last moment
The United Launch Alliance had to abort a launch at the last possible moment,
Read MoreNASA picks potential missions to better understand space weather
NASA has taken a big step towards launching new missions that would help us better understand how the sun interacts with the space environment around our planet. The agency has picked five proposals and given them $1.25 million each to conduct a nine-month mission concept study under its heliophysics program. After the study period, NASA will choose two to send to space in the coming years.
Read MoreHow NASA knows when it's a 'go' for launch
The launch window -- the span of time that a rocket can successfully launch during -- will therefore be different for putting an Earth-observing satellite into LEO versus launching a Dragon Capsule to precisely rendezvous with the ISS.
Read MoreA tiny space rock holds clues about the evolution of life
NASA researchers believe meteorite Asuka 12236 holds clues about the evolution of life as we know it.
Read MoreRocket Lab will resume launches no sooner than August 27th
Rocket Lab has revealed that it will resume launches as soon as August 27th.
Read MoreBlue Origin's lunar lander mockup is ready for NASA simulations
Blue Origin and its "National Team" partners Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman and Draper have delivered their full scale lunar lander mock-up to NASA. The space agency will use the engineering prototype to simulate how it could get "crew, equipment, supplies and samples off and on the vehicle" in future moon missions.
Read MoreHitting the Books: Volcanoes, mortal enemy of the mighty telescope
In The Last Stargazers: The Enduring Story of Astronomy's Vanishing Explorers, author Emily Levesque shines a light on today's astronomers, a hearty breed of scientist willing to endure uncomfortable work conditions, odd hours, and some of the most remote sites on the planet for a chance to unlock the secrets of the cosmos. In the excerpt below, Levesque recalls the time a volcanic eruption in Washington state derailed a sky survey in Hawaii and led to one of the most epic log entries in scientific history. Telescopes actually have something of an interesting quirk when it comes to these tremors: they're pointed so incredibly carefully and kept so incredibly still that even the tiniest and earliest shake of an earthquake can show up dramatically in the view of the telescope.
Read MorePuerto Rico’s Arecibo radio telescope suffers serious damage
A broken cable damaged the Arecibo Observatory, the second-largest radio telescope in the world.
Read MoreHitting the Books: Why we'll never see the edge of the universe
While nothing can travel faster than light through space, there's no rule that limits how quickly things can happen to find themselves farther apart because they are sitting still in a space that's getting bigger between them.
Read MoreSpaceX's Starship prototype flies hundreds of feet for the first time
Almost a year after we saw SpaceX's 'Starhopper' test vehicle make a short trip into the air, the company has successfully flown and landed a full-size Starship prototype. The SN5 vehicle is missing its nose cone, so it's a bit like a taller "flying water tower" just like the earlier test rig, but it went up and down from SpaceX's Boca Chica, TX launch pad all the same. You can watch the NASASpaceflight YouTube stream that captured the event (start at about 1:14), and see the single Raptor engine-powered hop, that took SN5 about 150 meters into the air.
Read MoreSpaceX Crew Dragon completes historic mission with an ocean landing
SpaceX's Crew Dragon has landed in the Atlantic after completing the first crewed private mission to space.
Read MoreRocket Lab will resume missions in August following launch failure
Rocket Lab's Electron vehicle will resume ferrying satellites and other payloads to space this month. In early July, Rocket Lab's "Pics Or It Didn't Happen" mission resulted in the loss of both the rocket and its satellite payloads, including a Canon satellite that was supposed to demonstrate an Earth imaging camera system before it enters mass production. The company launched an investigation with the FAA and managed to pinpoint the culprit: an anomalous electrical connection.
Read MoreHitting the Books: Why women make better astronauts
Kate Greene knows better than most what it's like to live on Mars. As a member of NASA's inaugural 2013 HI-SEAS project, she spent four months in a simulated Martian environment on Hawaii's Mauna Loa. In Once Upon a Time I Lived on Mars, Greene examines humanity's yearning for space travel through the lens of her own experience and explores, not just the cold, technical capabilities needed to get us to Mars, but also the human element that will allow us to thrive on the Red Planet once we get there.
Read MoreWatch SpaceX return Crew Dragon astronauts to Earth starting at 5:45PM ET
SpaceX is about to return astronauts to Earth aboard Crew Dragon for the first time, and you can watch starting at 5:45PM Eastern.
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Streaming (42)
Netflix offers a collection of original movies and shows for free
Over the last year, Netflix has faced increasing competition from streaming newcomers like Disney+, so the company is taking the somewhat surprising step of giving away some original content for free. Starting today, you can visit a "watch free" page without logging in to Netflix to watch shows and movies including Bird Box, Stranger Things, Grace and Frankie, The Two Popes and a handful of others. In the past, Netflix has occasionally offered a movie or show for free as a preview — the hit rom-com To All the Boys I've Loved Before was available to anyone for about a month, and more recently the company put a bunch of documentaries out for free on its YouTube channel for educators and students.
Read MoreTwitch's Subtember promo is back with discounts on channel subscriptions
Save some money and support your favorite channel.
Read MoreDiplo previews his new album in the meditation app Calm
This year has been a roller coaster of emotions for a variety of reasons, and as such apps for mental well-being have been in the spotlight quite a bit. Calm, one of the most popular meditation and sleep apps out there, scored a somewhat unexpected bit of exclusive content — massive electronic musician and producer Diplo is previewing his new album through the app right now. The album, titled MMXX, is the "only music" Diplo made and plans to release this year.
Read MoreJoe Budden's podcast will no longer be a Spotify exclusive
He claimed his show was 'undermined and undervalued.'
Read MoreFlipboard TV expands to all Android and iOS devices
After launching on Samsung devices earlier in the year, Flipboard TV is now available to all Flipboard users.
Read MoreGoPro unveils Twitch-like streaming service for thrill-seekers
GoPro.com will soon be a destination for live action video streams.
Read MoreNetflix finally confirms that it's making a 'Resident Evil' show
At last, we can say with absolute confidence: Netflix is making a Resident Evil TV series. The streaming giant confirmed the news with a tweet that showed a script for the show's premiere, titled "Welcome to Raccoon City." The cover also reveals that Andrew Dabb (Supernatural) penned the episode, Bronwen Hughes (Breaking Bad, 13 Reasons Why and The Walking Dead) is directing, and Constantin Film is the production company behind it all.
Read MoreNVIDIA Shield update makes its 4K upscaling even better
NVIDIA's anniversary Shield TV update includes a few interesting features, mainly new 4K AI upscaling tech that promises better sharpness and higher frame rates.
Read MoreNetflix cancels 'Altered Carbon' after just two seasons
There won't be a third season of Altered Carbon.
Read MoreApple Music's Kids and Family section gets new playlists and a fresh look
Just in time for the back to school season, Apple is updating its Kids and Family section with new playlists.
Read MoreNetflix will make a movie about Martin Shkreli's rare Wu-Tang album purchase
The story behind Martin Shkreli's $2 million purchase of Wu-Tang Clan's 'Once Upon a Time in Shaolin' is coming to Netflix.
Read MoreAudible has a new, cheaper plan (if you can do without the book credits)
It's also merging Gold and Premium plans into a single subscription.
Read MoreCrunchyroll subscribers can finally watch anime offline
With new membership tiers, Crunchyroll subscribers can watch anime offline.
Read MoreSpotify’s first esports partnership includes a ‘League of Legends’ podcast
Spotify has taken another step to diversify its offerings by entering its first-ever esports partnership with Riot Games. The music streaming giant has become Riot's exclusive global audio service provider for League of Legends, and that means it's planning to launch a bunch of new LoL-related content for its users. In addition, Spotify is also creating an official LoL hub populated with new gaming music, podcasts and playlists, including the "Official League of Legends" and the "This Is League of Legends" playlists.
Read MoreBTS is the first band to rack up 100 million YouTube views in 24 hours
K-pop band BTS not only broke YouTube's 24-hour viewing record, but became the first to top 100 million in the process.
Read MoreDisney+ will allow in-app 'Mulan' purchases via Apple, Google and Roku
Disney+ 'premium access' for 'Mulan' will be available September 4th for $30, and in addition to Disney's website, subscribers can buy via iOS, Android and Roku devices.
Read MoreI went through hell to make an HDR YouTube video so you don’t have to
If you're a YouTube creator, a good way to draw eyeballs is to make your videos look as beautiful as possible. High dynamic range (HDR) video can help do that instantly and dramatically. Compared to standard video (SDR), it's far brighter and more colorful -- almost more real than reality.
Read MoreLive theater over Zoom is better when it’s interactive
Live theater over Zoom is a lot more fun when the audience gets to call the shots.
Read MoreSpotify was briefly down in the US this morning
A handful of Engadget editors have experienced this issue, the reliable Down Detector site is showing problems, and Spotify itself has confirmed the issue on its support Twitter account.
Read MoreNetflix is testing a "Shuffle Play" button
While it's the only shuffle feature currently being trialed, Netflix had tested similar features in the past.
Read MoreAmazon Prime Video will stream some Seattle Sounders MLS games
But you'll only be able to watch them if you're in Washington state.
Read MoreApple TV+ offers subscribers Showtime and CBS All Access for $10 monthly
The deal is Apple's first content bundle.
Read MoreLife online: Subscribe to everything, own nothing
"It's an access lifestyle rather than an ownership lifestyle." But if I have a customer that's paying me a monthly subscription fee, the longer I keep them." "They just want a curated selection that's personalized for them that's going to show up at their doorstep every month."
Read MoreSpotify's Daily Sports playlist combines music and podcasts
Daily Sports playlists will feature a mix of music and podcasts.
Read MoreDC Universe content is 'migrating' to HBO Max
After a restructuring and layoffs, DC exec Jim Lee confirmed DC Universe content is headed to HBO Max in the future.
Read MoreApple may offer half-off CBS All Access and Showtime bundle for TV+
Apple may offer TV+ subscribers discounted access to bundled CBS All Access and Showtime content.
Read MoreTikTok Trump lip-syncer Sarah Cooper gets a Netflix special
TikTok sensation Sarah Cooper is getting her own Netflix special.
Read MoreA new Broadway musical will premiere on Netflix due to COVID-19
'Diana: A New Musical' will premiere on Netflix ahead of its 2021 Broadway opening.
Read MoreMartin Scorsese signs Apple TV+ deal after last year's Netflix success
Martin Scorsese signs a mutli-year deal to produce and direct film and television projects for Apple TV+.
Read MoreHans Zimmer scored an extended Netflix intro for theaters
So it commissioned Hans Zimmer -- the composer behind Gladiator, Inception, Man of Steel and countless other movies -- to create an extended version.
Read MoreYouTube Music makes collaborative playlists available to everyone
In May, Google launched a solution that will let you transfer Play songs to the YT Music app in one click, and it's a feature you may want to take advantage of before the Play Music app starts shutting down in September.
Read MoreAfter Math: Big leaks, small savings and free Quibi
The first week of August has been an eventful one, what with Samsung unveiling its new lineup of Galaxy products and the President trying to strong arm the sale of a foreign company to US interests. Disney on the other hand can apparently charge whatever the heck it wants (see: Mulan) and people will still scream, "shut up and take my money."
Read MoreWarnerMedia shakes itself up to focus on HBO Max
WarnerMedia has gone through a management shakeup under new CEO Jason Kilar, and it's part of his efforts to make HBO Max the company's main priority. Kilar has announced the restructuring in an email to employees, telling them that it's vital for WarnerMedia to change and simplify how it's organized to "[elevate] HBO Max in the organization and [expand] its scope globally." The new structure consolidates all of WarnerMedia's production operations — Warner Bros., HBO, HBO Max, TNT, TBS and TruTV — under a single studios and networks group led by Warner Bros. CEO Ann Sarnoff.
Read MoreHBO Max is making a series based on the One Perfect Shot Twitter account
If you miss YouTube channels like Every Frame a Painting, HBO Max's upcoming One Perfect Shot series may fill that void.
Read MoreESPN+ will be $1/month more expensive for new subscribers
Existing members won't pay more for at least a year.
Read MoreHulu's annual ad-supported plan can save you $12 a year
It's only open to current subscribers for now, though.
Read MoreNetflix finally supports Hindi, one of the world’s most spoken languages
Netflix now supports Hindi, the third most spoken language in the world after English and Mandarin Chinese. After you change your language under the "Manage Profiles" section of your account, almost everything in your user interface will switch to Hindi, from the menu in the search row at the very top to the shows' descriptions and your whole payment and Settings page. Netflix is now available in Hindi.
Read MoreQuibi is offering a free subscription tier in Australia and New Zealand
After a less than stellar launch, Quibi is launching a free ad-supported tier in Australia.
Read MoreDisney has no idea what it's doing with 'Mulan'
Disney is clearing making up its Mulan Disney+ release as it goes along.
Read More'Mulan' will premiere on Disney+ September 4th for $30
Disney's $200 million 'Mulan' film will be available directly to consumers starting September 4th.
Read MoreDisney now has over 100 million streaming video subscribers
Disney now has over 100 million streaming subscribers, including Disney+, Hulu and ESPN.
Read MoreGoogle Play Music will start shutting down in September
It's been a long time coming, but Google is in the final stages of shutting down its longstanding Google Play Music app and service in favor of YouTube Music. At that point, you won't be able to stream from the Google Play Music app at all; streaming on the web will stop then as well. While Google Play Music will stop functioning sometime in October, former users will have until December of this year to transfer all their music and data out of the service.
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Tablets (2)
Lenovo is giving premium Android tablets another go
One of the devices Lenovo has announced today is a premium Android tablet that the company says is its most powerful one yet. The Lenovo Tab P11 Pro has an 11.5-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2,560 x 1,600 pixels, HDR10 and Dolby Vision. While Lenovo presents it as a device meant for "productivity on the go," it's powered by one of the gaming chips Qualcomm launched last year: the Snapdragon 730G mobile platform.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Tab S7 and S7+ are the first 5G tablets in the US
Among the five products that Samsung unveiled today at its Unpacked event are the new Galaxy Tab S7 and S7+. The company is one of very few Android tablet makers left, and the S7 and S7+ are the latest in its premium slate lineup. In fact, Samsung itself said the Tab S7 and S7+ "combine the power of a PC, the flexibility of a tablet and the connectivity of a smartphone."
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Technology (10)
The Morning After: Level's subtle smart lock opens with a touch
This morning we're looking at a smart lock that looks like just like a regular lock, but hides a sensor that you can unlock just by touching it. Also, Elon Musk is promising to show off a "working" Neuralink brain-machine interface this week.
Read MoreSee how the Galaxy Z Fold 2 differs from its predecessor
We'd seen what Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 2 would look like even before the tech giant unveiled it at an Unpacked event earlier this month thanks to various leaks. Now a video review (via DroidLife) is giving us a closer look at the foldable a few days before the dedicated Fold 2 event happens on September 1st. While the review isn't in English, it clearly shows the Fold 2 in various angles and compares it in detail against its predecessor.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Netflix tests a button that picks something for you
Today's The Morning After newsletter highlights a Netflix test that might fix all of your problems, an update on the USPS changes and Engadget's review of the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Samsung might have another Galaxy phone to reveal
Samsung's phone lineup is confusing. Continue reading. Continue reading. Continue reading. Continue reading.
Read MoreThe Morning After: AI-generated video plays out fake Wimbledon matchups
This morning we're looking back at some of the week's biggest stories, while the Engadget Podcast discusses the Surface Duo and Galaxy Watch 3.
Read MoreThe Morning After: More Surface Duo details and TCL's latest 4K TVs
We have all the Microsoft Surface Duo specs ready for you, plus a look at TCL's new 4K TVs that bring micro LED tech to the sub-$700 price point.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Surface Duo ships September 10th for $1,399
The details on Microsoft's dual-screen Android device have been revealed. We have a price and release date for the Surface Duo.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple started the public beta for watchOS 7
This morning we're looking into the new mixed reality glasses from Nreal, and Apple's open beta for the next version of watchOS.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Samsung revealed the Note 20 and Galaxy Z Fold 2
This morning's we're considering Samsung's latest attempt at a foldable phone and the new Note 20 series. Also, what's the plan for 'Mulan' on Disney+?
Read MoreThe Morning After: 'Mulan' is going directly to Disney+
This morning we're looking into Disney's surprise announcement that 'Mulan' will be available on Disney+ for $30, and preparing for the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event
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Tomorrow (1)
E Ink shows off a foldable e-reader prototype you can take notes on
It has a huge 10.3-inch screen, which could be great for digital newspapers.
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TV & Movies (16)
CBS pads its fall lineup with 'Star Trek: Discovery' and 'One Day at a Time'
'Star Trek: Discovery' returns to broadcast television this fall, while the Latinx 'One Day at a Time' makes its network debut.
Read MoreWatch the first trailer for Netflix's 'Dragon's Dogma' adaptation
Remember the Dragon's Dogma adaptation that Netflix announced last year? If you've been wondering what a TV adaptation of the hack-and-slash game might look like, good news: there's now a short trailer to feast your eyes on. "For when you fight a monster... you just may become one too," the video description on YouTube teases.
Read MoreShudder's 'Host' finds the true horror in pandemic Zoom calls
Shudder's Host turns the insanity of pandemic lockdown life into Zoom-based horror.
Read MoreA drive-through 'Stranger Things' experience in LA is coming in October
There's an upcoming Stranger Things interactive experience in LA that seems to be tailor-made for the social-distancing era. Netflix has teamed up with event curator Fever and immersive event company Secret Cinema to launch a Drive-Into Stranger Things adventure based on the third season of the series. Participants don't have to step out of the car at all — the hour-long experience will have them driving from one Hawkins set to another, including the Starcourt Mall, the Russian labs and, of course, the Upside Down.
Read MoreHow The Handmaid's Tale defaced the Lincoln Memorial
Watch how 'The Handmaid's Tale' VFX artists defaced the Lincoln memorial.
Read MoreNetflix's The Irishman will get a Criterion Blu-ray release in November
The Criterion version of the film is a new 4K digital master that Scorsese approved.
Read MoreWatch the first trailer for Gillian Flynn's Amazon series 'Utopia'
Amazon has released the first trailer for Utopia and announced that it will debut on Prime Video on September 25th.
Read More'The Goes Wrong Show' gets funnier while things get worse
'The Goes Wrong Show' is available for streaming on Amazon Prime.
Read MoreA 'Firewatch' movie is in the works, again
A Firewatch movie is once again in development after the rights to the initial film reverted to Campo Santo.
Read MoreDisney and Lego are making a new 'Star Wars Holiday Special'
The November 17th, 1978 Star Wars Holiday Special is infamously awful and "not awful in a good way," the late Carrie Fisher once told Yahoo. In fact, it was so cheesy and awkward that George Lucas disowned it, saying he'd smash every single copy if he could. You might be surprised, then, to hear that Disney+ is making a new Star Wars Holiday Special — but since it's teaming up with Lego, the idea makes a lot more sense.
Read MoreAMC plans to open two-thirds of its theaters by September 3rd
AMC once planned to open theaters in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic with a mask-optional policy, but backtracked on that idea after a backlash. Now, the cinema giant has unveiled a new plan to reopen two-thirds of its chains by September 3rd, with 100 locations reopening as early as August 20th.
Read More'Avatar: The Last Airbender' creators leave Netflix's live-action series
Avatar the Last Airbender's creators are leaving the Netflix live-action adaptation.
Read MoreWhat's on TV: 'Project Power' and 'Hyper Scape'
This week 'Project Power' premieres on Netflix, as Apple TV+ features its new 'Ted Lasso' series with Jason Sudeikis.
Read MoreWhat's on TV this week: 'Star Trek: Lower Decks'
This week there's a new 'Star Trek' animated series and 'Horizon Zero Dawn' comes to PC.
Read MoreApple TV's Ted Lasso turns a viral video into a pretty good sitcom
There's the odd sports-movie cliche buried in there, but it's funny enough for even the hardened sports-hater.
Read MoreNetflix is making a film based on Ubisoft's 'Beyond Good & Evil'
Netflix is working on a feature film adaptation of Ubisoft's Beyond Good & Evil, the streaming platform has revealed on Twitter. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the project is still in early development and still in in the midst of looking for writers. It already has a few names attached to it, though, including Rob Letterman (Detective Pikachu's director) who'll head up what's apparently going to be a hybrid live-action/animated flick.
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Wearables (13)
OnePlus might be resurrecting its smartwatch ambitions
The smartwatch plans OnePlus shelved years ago could be back on the table.
Read MoreThis $99 'smart case' records when you take your birth control pill
The new Emme Smart Case records when you take your birth control pill and automatically updates the companion app.
Read MoreFitbit’s $329 Sense watch monitors stress response and heart health
While Fitbit focused on fitness trackers earlier this year with the launch of the Charge 4, the fall is all about new smartwatches. The latest timepiece from the company is the $329 Fitbit Sense, an "advanced health" wearable that includes new hardware like an electrodermal activity (EDA) sensor and new features like electrocardiogram (ECG) measurements. Fitbit's also updating its Versa smartwatch family and its Inspire fitness trackers, all the while bolstering its Fitbit Premium subscription service with the hope that users will choose it as their health service of choice for the long haul.
Read MoreBluetooth update could turn wearables into COVID-19 trackers
Could your smartwatch join a global network of contact tracing devices?
Read MoreAirBolt promises one-year battery life on its $80 GPS tracker
AirBolt GPS is an $80 GPS tracker with a one-year battery life.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Watch 3 blood oxygen apps are rolling out now
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 3 is getting its blood monitoring apps now.
Read MoreGoogle’s next Wear OS update will bring more speed and a weather app
A Wear OS update rolling out this fall will bring improved performance and a new weather app.
Read MoreCarbon's Trainer is a smart mirror designed to deliver guided workouts
Carbon's Trainer smart mirror is now available for pre-order at $1,750 on Indiegogo.
Read MoreNreal Light mixed reality glasses launch in Korea with the Galaxy Note 20
Starting today, folks in Korea can pre-order the Nreal Light as part of a mobile phone plan on the LG Uplus network, so long as you pick the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 or the LG Velvet as your handset.
Read MoreGoogle Maps is finally back on Apple Watch
Google has two big updates planned for the iOS version of Maps.
Read MoreFossil's Gen 5 Wear OS smartwatches are about to get a major update
Fossil's Gen 5 smartwatches will get an update that tweaks the phone app and helps the battery last longer during workouts or sleep tracking.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Watch 3 adds Apple Watch-like features
Samsung hasn't unveiled a new Galaxy Watch in years, choosing instead to release the Galaxy Watch Active and Watch Active 2 since it debuted the original Galaxy Watch in 2018. Naming standards aside, the Galaxy Watch 3 will be available in 41mm and 45mm options from August 6th from $400 and $430 respectively.
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Xbox (12)
A Bungie veteran will attempt to get 'Halo Infinite' back on course
Joseph Staten worked on the original trilogy as a writer and cinematics director.
Read MoreXbox beta testers can try the Xbox One UI redesign starting today
The August update includes some useful features for everyone.
Read MoreMicrosoft made three limited-edition Wonder Woman Xbox One X consoles
Microsoft has created three Xbox One X consoles inspired by Wonder Woman to celebrate the upcoming release of Wonder Woman 1984. The Wonder Woman Golden Armor console matches the golden suit of armor worn by Wonder Woman in the upcoming film.
Read MoreMicrosoft's new Xbox UI stretches across One, Series X, PC and mobile
A new Xbox experience will connect the Xbox One, PC, mobile apps and -- once it launches in November -- the Xbox Series X.
Read More'Halo Infinite' will not be an Xbox Series X launch title
Microsoft has delayed the exclusive to 2021.
Read MoreMicrosoft's Xbox Series X arrives in November
You can expect the Xbox Series X to launch in November.
Read MoreXbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers can try xCloud in beta today
Ahead of the September 15th launch, Microsoft is releasing its game streaming service xCloud for Android in beta today at 9AM. Right now it's only available in preview form for Xbox Insiders, but today, any Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers will be able to access the beta version of the Android app from Google's Play Store.
Read More'Xbox Series S' console revealed by controller packaging
Just before Microsoft revealed its next-gen Xbox Series X console, rumors surfaced of a second cheaper, possibly disc-less console code-named "Lockhart." It looks like that device will be called the Xbox Series S, according to a controller packaging leak and report from Ars Technica.
Read MoreXbox testers can access a new store experience and game activity tab
Microsoft is giving Xbox Insiders in the invite-only Alpha Skip-Ahead and Alpha rings access to a handful of experimental features, including the new Game Activity tab. While the feature was designed to replace Xbox One's Achievements tab, Achievements still take up its top portion. It also shows users which friends are playing a particular game, though, along with in-game events, updates from developers and "Looking for group" posts, so they can find new people to play with.
Read MoreCloud gaming hits Xbox Game Pass Ultimate on September 15th
Here are 36 of the 100-plus games that will be on xCloud via Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Read MoreMicrosoft redesigned the Xbox store ahead of Series X debut
It'll roll out to all users this fall, but some beta testers can try it this week.
Read MoreClassic 'Halo' games will get crossplay and custom game browsing in 2020
'Halo: The Master Chief Collection' is slated to get crossplay, custom game browsing and other modern staples in 2020.
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