Teenage Engineering's OB-4 speaker lets you remix the radio
Take one Bluetooth speaker, add some wild imagination and you basically have the OB-4 from Teenage Engineering.
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TCL rolls out new Roku TV Ready Alto sound bars with Dolby Atmos
TCL already makes well-regarded TVs that fill your living room without costing a ton, and its new Alto sound bars can do the same with audio. The $299 Alto 9+ includes Google Assistant, AirPlay and Dolby Atmos support.
Read MoreRoli’s light-up, learn-to-play Lumi keyboard is available for pre-order
Roli's crowdfunded Lumi keyboard is now available for pre-order.
Read MoreRazer made wireless versions of its most popular accessories
The company's first major cable-free collection includes a headset, mouse and keyboard.
Read MoreElgato’s new Ring Light can be controlled from a Stream Deck
The new Ring Light has the same tech as the Key Light, but, you know, in a ring.
Read MoreJabra's Elite 85t true wireless earbuds offer adjustable ANC for $229
Jabra's latest true wireless earbuds offer "advanced" ANC thanks to a dedicated noise-cancelling chip.
Read MoreLogitech’s new MX Anywhere 3 mouse has buttons to control Zoom calls
As someone who's used to a larger mouse like the MX Master 2s, the Anywhere 3 felt small at first.
Read MoreInsta360 One R gains webcam mode and major image improvements
The modular Insta360 One R is already receiving its third major update since its launch about nine months ago.
Read MoreOculus Link for Quest headsets is moving out of beta this fall
If you have a Quest headset and a gaming PC, you can play Rift titles.
Read MoreLogitech G mice get the world’s first sub-micron sensor with an update
Logitech's gaming mice can now track movement at the sub-micron level with 25,000 DPI resolution.
Read MoreHP’s fall gaming lineup includes a new lag-free wireless headset
HP's fall gaming hardware lineup is built on lag-free wireless accessories.
Read MoreEero could be coming out with a faster WiFi 6 router
Current Eero hardware is compatible with Apple's HomeKit and works well with Alexa-enabled devices too.
Read MoreIKEA Sonos Symfonisk speakers get colorful new covers
Fancy making your IKEA speakers a little more colorful?
Read MoreHuawei’s FreeBuds Pro offer improved noise cancellation
A new design and better ANC help to create another possible AirPods Pro rival.
Read MoreArturia's KeyStep 37 is a $199 MIDI controller with scale and strum modes
The KeyStep family has a new member: the $199 KeyStep 37.
Read MoreCrowdfunded dongle brings wireless Android Auto to more cars
A crowdfunded project aims to add wireless Android Auto to many cars through a USB dongle.
Read MoreJBL debuts five new Bluetooth speakers with something for everyone
When it comes to Bluetooth speakers, JBL likes to cover all the bases. The company has a literal truckload of options, ranging from tiny portable units for under $100 all the way up to pricey party machines.
Read MoreAcer unveils a 360Hz NVIDIA-powered gaming monitor
Acer's NVIDIA-powered Predator X25 gaming monitor will have a 360Hz refresh rate.
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YouTube's AI can automatically age-restrict inappropriate videos
Starting later this year, YouTube will use machine learning to add age restrictions to inappropriate videos automatically.
Read MoreQualcomm's mid-range chip uses AI to clean up the audio on voice calls
Qualcomm has unveiled the Snapdragon 750G, a 5G-capable processor designed for mid-range smartphones rather than higher-tier devices that might use the Snapdragon 765G.
Read MoreThe LAPD has used facial recognition software 30,000 times since 2009
The LAPD uses the Los Angeles County Regional Identification System (LACRIS), a database of more than 9 million mugshots maintained by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
Read MoreAdobe previews AI-powered ‘Sky Replacement’ tool for Photoshop
Adobe shows off a new tool that lets you replace the sky in any image.
Read MoreHitting the books: How China uses AI to influence its 1.4 billion citizens
Today, states and their actors are waging a digital cold war with artificial intelligence systems at the heart of the fight. In T-Minus AI, the US Air Force's first Chairperson for Artificial Intelligence, Michael Kanaan examines the emergence of AI as a tool for maintaining and expanding State power. Russia, for example, is pushing for AI in every aspect of its military complex, while China, as you can see in the excerpt below, has taken a more holistic approach, with the technology infiltrating virtually all strata of Chinese society.
Read MorePortland officials pass strict ban on facial recognition systems
Portland, Oregon officials have passed what could be the strictest municipal ban on facial recognition in the country. It's not just local government units, such as the police, that can no longer use facial recognition under the city's new regulations — private businesses can't deploy the technology in public spaces either. It added that face recognition technologies "have been documented to have an unacceptable gender and racial bias" and explained that the city "needs to take precautionary actions until these technologies are certified and safe to use and civil liberties issues are resolved."
Read MoreHow 'Coraline' studio Laika uses Intel's AI to perfect stop motion films
Laika is using a new Intel AI tool to clean up stop motion animation.
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Amazon Explore offers livestreamed classes, tours and shopping
Amazon's solution is Explore, a platform that offers virtual classes, shopping advice and sightseeing tours. Notably, Amazon is using a one-way video, two-way audio approach, which means you'll never have to turn on your webcam to take part.
Read MoreLeaked Amazon data shows automated warehouses have higher injury rates
The rate at which Amazon employees sustained serious injuries was 50 percent higher at warehouses where the company has robots that at ones where it does not.
Read MoreAmazon's personal shopping subscription now includes men's fashion
Amazon's personal shopping subscription service, launched in July for women's fashion, is now available for men. Personal Shopper by Prime Wardrobe will now include thousands of menswear items from brands like Adidas, Lacoste, Scotch 7 Soda, Levi's and Carhartt, along with its exclusive Amazon Essentials and GoodThreads labels.
Read MoreAmazon One uses your palm to approve store purchases
Amazon is putting contactless payments in the palm of your hand. Today, the company has revealed Amazon One, a service that uses your unique palm signature to authenticate purchases and let you into gated locations, such as offices, gyms and stadiums. For now, palm reading is restricted to two Amazon Go stores — the type that doesn't require you to interact with a cashier or self-service checkout — in Seattle.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Amazon Prime Day is happening next month
Engadget's daily tech news bulletin.
Read MoreAmazon’s two-day Prime Day event kicks off October 13th
Amazon Prime Day 2020 is officially scheduled for October 13 and 14.
Read MoreAmazon's data request portal for police is visible on the web
Amazon's data request portal for police is visible on the web, offering some clues as to what law enforcement can get.
Read MoreWatch Amazon's entire new hardware event right here
Amazon unveiled new Echos, eeros and even a Ring camera/drone. Now you can watch the entire hardware presentation on YouTube, or just check out a 30 second ad for the flying security camera.
Read MoreAmazon's new Echos are cheaper if you pre-order two
Apple launched a new Echo speaker yesterday with a futuristic spherical design and new features borrowed from the Echo Studio and Echo Plus. It also unveiled a globe-shaped version of the budget Echo Dot. Normally, you'd pay full price to get all-new devices, but Amazon is offering the Echos at a discount from the get-go.
Read MoreAlexa can bark at intruders from your Echo for $49 per year
Amazon will roll out its Guard Plus service this fall.
Read MoreAmazon's Fire TV Stick Lite offers HD streaming for $30
Amazon announced two new Fire TV Sticks at its fall hardware event, with the more affordable of the two coming in at a mere $30.
Read MoreA closer look at Luna, Amazon's cloud gaming service
Luna will be available on iOS, but Amazon has once again sidestepped Apple's App Store rules and fees.
Read MoreAmazon's Luna cloud gaming service arrives next month
Luna will support Fire TV, PC, Mac and iOS devices at first, with Android support coming just "weeks" later.
Read MoreAmazon's Echo Show 10 rotates to follow you
At long last, you can watch Netflix on an Amazon smart display.
Read MoreAmazon's new Eero mesh routers support WiFi 6
WiFi 6 support was a notable missing feature from Eero's mesh routers, but not anymore.
Read MoreRing announces a security camera and alarm for your car
Ring is building a dashcam and car alarm to protect your ride.
Read MoreRing made a security drone that flies around inside your home
It'll fly around your home to keep watch for baddies, and check you turned the cooker off.
Read MoreAlexa will seem more human with breathing pauses and learning skills
In addition to a new orb-shaped Echo speaker and a slew of other news today, Amazon announced new Alexa capabilities that might make the assistant seem more human. When it realizes it made a mistake, the assistant will correct itself or ask a question to "fill gaps in her understanding." Amazon calls this feature Teachable AI, and it could help make Alexa much smarter and more powerful over time. The teaching capability will roll out first to smart home devices in the coming months and expand "to other areas in the future," Amazon said.
Read MoreAmazon adds low power mode to its Echo and Fire TV devices
During its Devices and Services event on Thursday, Amazon's Dave Limp, SVP of Devices, recommitted the company's commitment to The Climate Pledge and announced a pair of new energy saving features for its wall-powered Echo and Fire TV equipment. You'll be able to spot them via the new "Climate Pledge Friendly" badge on the products Amazon page. Existing Echos and Fire TVs will be get their own low power modes in the coming weeks as Amazon rolls out an OTA update for them.
Read MoreAmazon's latest Echo speaker has an all-new spherical design
Amazon's new Echo looks like a sphere, sounds even better and has a built-in smart hub.
Read MoreHere's everything Amazon announced at its big hardware event
Amazon announces round Echos, a Ring security drone, a new Luna gaming service, and more.
Read MoreAmazon Fire TV Stick Lite leaks ahead of tomorrow's hardware event
Leaked images offer a glimpse of the new Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite.
Read MoreAmazon says it has nothing to do with the Echelon 'Prime Bike'
Amazon has moved to put clear distance between it and Echelon Fitness, a company that produces connected exercise equipment. Yesterday, the company announced that it was making the "Prime Bike," a stripped-down version of its Peloton-esque Connect Sport spin bike.
Read MoreAmazon Prime Day will reportedly start on October 13th
After it was delayed earlier in the year, Prime Day 2020 will reportedly start on October 13th.
Read MoreAmazon's Sidewalk neighborhood WiFi will work with Echo and Tile devices
Amazon's Sidewalk neighborhood WiFi should arrive later this year.
Read MoreSix people face charges for allegedly bribing Amazon staff to help sellers
Six people have been indicted over an alleged scheme that bribed Amazon employees to help third-party sellers.
Read MoreAmazon Fresh grocery store in Los Angeles opens to the public
The centerpiece of the store is Amazon's new Dash Cart. Each one features a scale and a variety of cameras and sensors, allowing it to calculate your total as you shop.
Read MoreAlexa users can share their Routines with others
Have you crafted a useful Alexa Routine that helps you get out of bed, remember to finish certain tasks or have a more effective workout? Amazon has made both sharing and discovering Routines easier with shareable URL links for customers in the US, the company announced today. You can share a Routine you've created by accessing the Alexa app, selecting the Routine you want to share, then choosing whether you want the routine sent via text, email or social media.
Read MoreAmazon and Oscar de la Renta launch a luxury shop
Amazon is finally getting a taste of high-end fashion retail with help from Oscar de la Renta.
Read MoreAmazon FreeTime is now called Amazon Kids
FreeTime Unlimited has been renamed Amazon Kids+ too.
Read MoreWatchdog accuses Amazon of price gouging during the pandemic
Amazon allegedly jacked the prices of essential items during the pandemic, a consumer watchdog group reports.
Read MoreDozens of AmazonBasics products could pose a safety risk, report says
It might be a good idea to carefully read the reviews before you buy another Amazon Basics product.
Read MoreAlexa can print your recipes, sudoku games or your grocery list
Find out more at the printing with Alexa page here.
Read MoreAT&T customers can use Alexa devices to make phone calls
AT&T customers can now link their phone numbers to their Amazon account to make and answer calls through Alexa.
Read MoreAmazon bans foreign sales of plants in US after mysterious seed deliveries
Amazon is banning sales of foreign plants in the US after a string of mysterious seed deliveries in the country.
Read MoreAmazon foils plot using phones in trees to get more deliveries
Amazon says it has stopped a scheme that used smartphones in trees to game delivery routes.
Read MoreAmazon's new Blink cameras can run for up to four years
It wasn't that long ago that Amazon fleshed out its line-up of home security cameras with the $35 Blink Mini, but apparently four-ish months without a new release was just too much. There are a few helpful tricks to make note of here: For one, if you've placed one of these Blink cameras in high-traffic areas, you can designate them as such in the companion app so your phone doesn't drown in motion detection notifications. Since this is Amazon we're talking about, you'll get full control over settings and routines through Alexa.
Read MoreAlexa for Residential lets landlords create smart apartments
Amazon wants to make it easier to have a smart home without actually owning a home.
Read MoreAmazon opens the first permanent online-only Whole Foods store
Earlier this year, Whole Foods temporarily converted a few of its locations into online-only stores to keep up with much higher grocery delivery demands brought about by COVID-19-related lockdowns. Its new location in Brooklyn isn't just a temporary online-only store, though — it's the first one the Amazon-owned supermarket chain built specifically to fulfill orders placed online. Amazon opened the new location on September 1st to exclusively serve customers in the Brooklyn area.
Read MoreAlexa can now pay for gas at Exxon and Mobil pumps
The option's available at more than 11,500 stations across the US.
Read MoreAmazon drivers are hanging phones in trees to get more deliveries
Amazon's contract delivery drivers are so desperate for work they've come up with a bizarre way to game the system.
Read MoreAmazon Music adds artist Twitch streams
Artists can now offer live Twitch streams in the Amazon Music app.
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Apple outage caused iCloud, App Store, Music and TV+ problems
If you're getting error messages instead of media across your Apple devices and services then you're not alone. The company's status page notes an outage that's affecting many of its connected services that bring music, video and pictures to you.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 3 owners deal with random reboots in watchOS 7
Apple Watch Series 3 owners say their wristwear is randomly rebooting after installing watchOS 7, on top of other bugs.
Read MoreApple won’t collect fees on paid Facebook events until 2021
Apple won't charge its 30 percent commission on paid Facebook events through December 31st.
Read MoreApple's Irish tax deal will be scrutinized by Europe's highest court
The European Commission refuses to back down in its long-running legal battle against Apple and the Irish government's tax arrangements. Today, the executive branch of the European Union announced that it would appeal a decision granted by the General Court in July that sided with the juggernaut technology company. The Commission believes that the Court "made a number of errors of law" and wants the case re-examined by the European Court of Justice — the highest form of scrutiny in the EU.
Read MoreApple confirms it bought podcast curation app Scout FM earlier this year
Apple has purchased Scout FM, an app that makes it easy to find podcasts tailored to your tastes.
Read MoreApple is allowing Solo Loop returns without sending back the Watch
Apple is now letting Watch buyers send back the Loop Solo bands without returning the entire Watch.
Read MoreEpic rejects Apple claims that 'Fortnite' on iOS was dying
Epic Games has disputed Apple's claims that 'Fortnite' on iOS was dying before it was removed from the App Store.
Read MoreApple's online store is opening in India on September 23rd
Apple is opening its online store in India on September 23rd over a year after the government eased rules that limited the tech giant's business in the country. The store will offer Apple's full range of products and direct support to customers in India for the first time, and it will also give them access to financing options and the company's trade-in program. Apple started building iPhones at a plant in Karnataka back in 2017.
Read MoreApple's latest iOS 14.2 beta adds a built-in control for Shazam
Apple's testing a new Control Center toggle for Shazam in iOS 14.
Read MoreiOS 14 and iPadOS 14 are ready to download
Apple's iOS 14, iPadOS 14 and watchOS 7 are all available.
Read MoreApple's services still aren't as good as its hardware
Are Apple's services for iOS diehards or a mass-market?
Read MoreAppleCare+ now covers two incidents of accidental damage per year
Replacing an iPhone under theft or loss coverage could be cheaper too.
Read MoreApple calls Epic lawsuit a 'campaign to reinvigorate interest in Fortnite'
Apple says Epic 'started a fire, and poured gasoline on it.'
Read MoreHere's everything Apple announced at its 'Time Flies' event
While it didn't have any new iPhones to announce, Apple still had plenty to share during its latest keynote.
Read MoreSpotify is still angry at Apple
This might have something to do with the new Apple One bundle.
Read MoreTime's up for the ceramic Apple Watch (again)
This isn't the first time Apple has discontinued its high-end ceramic watch.
Read MoreiOS 14 lands tomorrow, September 16th
iOS 14 comes out on September 16, 2020, which means Apple's not waiting until it reveals this year's iPhone lineup.
Read MoreWatch us chat about Apple's new Watches and iPads live
Now that the Apple Watch Series 6 is official, join Engadget as we chat about how the Series 6 fits in with the current smartwatch landscape. We'll also dive into the new Apple Watch SE and iPad Air.
Read MoreApple lets you manage a family's worth of Watches from a single iPhone
Pair a bunch of Apple Watches to one phone for easy kid-tracking.
Read MoreApple adds Fitness+ workouts to its growing subscription stable
Fitness+ is Apple's new subscription service for Apple Watch owners.
Read MoreApple One bundle offers Arcade, Music, TV+ and iCloud for $15 a month
Apple officially announced its "Apple One" subscription bundle: a combination of Apple Arcade, Apple Music, Apple TV+ and iCloud (50GB) for $14.95 a month.
Read MoreFollow our live coverage of Apple's 'Time Flies' event!
Follow along with Engadget's liveblog of Apple's September 2020 keynote.
Read MoreWatch Apple’s ‘Time Flies’ event here at 1PM ET
Watch Apple's 'Time Flies' launch event here at 1PM ET.
Read MoreApple experiments with 'Express' store to limit COVID risks
Apple is experimenting with offering service to customers in stores.
Read MoreApple AirPods Pro now offer spatial audio
The latest firmware update for Apple's AirPods Pro and second—generation AirPods has arrived, and it brings at least a couple of much-awaited features with it. For the AirPods Pro, build number 3A283 debuts spatial audio, which enables a surround sound effect for a movie theater-like experience. The tech giant didn't release a feature log for the firmware, but AppleInsider was able to confirm it adds a spatial audio setting within the AirPods Pro bluetooth menu.
Read MoreWhat to expect at Apple's September 15th event
It's early September, so Apple naturally has an event planned. More significant, though, is that Apple has already admitted it will be launching its next generation of iPhones later than usual. The tag line for Tuesday's event is "time flies," which almost certainly is a nod to a new Apple Watch.
Read MoreApple will let Epic Games users 'sign in with Apple' for a bit longer
A day before Apple was set to shut down the "sign in with Apple" prompt for Epic Games users, the company has retreated on its threat.
Read MoreApple will stop letting Epic Games use ‘Sign in with Apple’ on September 11th
Apple will no longer allow Epic Games users to 'Sign In with Apple'
Read MoreApple seeks damages from Epic Games over 'Fortnite' contract breach
The ongoing legal feud between Apple and Epic Games took another turn on Tuesday, with the tech company now seeking damages from Epic (via CNBC). Developing...
Read MoreApple's next big launch event will take place on September 15th
Well, that's that: Apple has just announced a special event on September 15th, where it's expected to show off plus new Apple Watches and an updated iPad. You'll be able to follow along with the news as it unfolds starting at 10AM Pacific/1PM Eastern on Apple's website, or via a live stream on YouTube.
Read MoreApple is using Subaru Imprezas with old garbage-can Mac Pros to map the US
Apple's 3D Vision team uses a fleet of white Subaru Imprezas equipped with high-res cameras and LiDAR scanners to gather 3D images for Apple Maps.
Read MoreApple's 'floating' store in Singapore will open on September 10th
Apple has some pretty stunning stores around the world, such as the one in NYC's Grand Central Terminal and the one in Dubai with "Solar Wings" that respond to environmental conditions. Its newest location Singapore is its first ever "floating" store, though, and the tech giant has just announced that it's set to open on September 10th. The floating Apple Store, its third retail location in Singapore, is located at the country's posh Marina Bay Sands resort.
Read MoreEpic Games asks a court to make Apple put 'Fortnite' back in the App Store
Epic is suing Apple claiming it's abusing market dominance, and now a filing is trying to put 'Fortnite' back in the App Store on iOS while the case proceeds.
Read MoremacOS Big Sur preview: Five things you should know before installing
Safari's details on tracking protection are interesting, but not actionable Apple first introduced macOS Big Sur back in June, lauding it with all the usual flowery language. But for now, these are the five most important things I noticed while using Big Sur.
Read MoreApple pushes iOS 14's updated ad anti-tracking feature to 2021
The company is delaying the feature to give developers more time to make their apps compliant.
Read MoreApple releases iOS 13.7 with Exposure Notifications Express framework
It includes an update for Apple's COVID-19 contact tracing efforts.
Read MoreApple's fall event could feature four iPhones, two Watches and an iPad Air
Apple's next virtual event should be just around the corner and it looks like a big one. To start with, Apple plans to release four new 5G iPhones with OLED displays, including basic 5.4-inch and 6.1-inch models, along with two Pro models with 6.1- and 6.9-inch screens.
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Noise cancellation comes to Google Meet on Android and iOS
Google Meet has introduced noise cancellation for mobile devices on Android and iOS, matching what it can already do on the desktop.
Read MoreAndroid 12 will make it easier to install apps from third-party stores
Google said it will share more details on how it plans to make it easier to install apps from third-party stores in the future.
Read MoreThe Roku Channel is now available as a standalone Android and iOS app
There are a plethora of streaming TV services available today and you'll have to pay up for most of them. Now the company is making it easier for anyone to access the Roku Channel — now you can download the new, standalone version of the free Roku Channel app for Android and iOS, which lets anyone stream free video content on their mobile devices. While the Roku Channel is available to all via a web video player, this is the first time those without Roku devices will be able to access the channel via a dedicated mobile app.
Read MoreRoland's synth engine comes to mobile devices with the Zenbeats 2.0 app
Roland has rolled out an upgraded version of its cross-platform digital audio workstation app, and it comes with several feature and workflow enhancements. The biggest addition to Zenbeats 2.0, though, is ZC1, which brings the company's Zen-Core synth engine to mobile. Roland launched Zen-Core back in January, offering musicians a synth system that works across a wide variety of its instruments.
Read MoreiOS 14 update fixes a bug that reset your browser and mail defaults
Apple fixed an iOS 14 bug would reset your default app settings after rebooting an iPad or iPhone, so now you can set Chrome or Gmail as a default and they will stay that way.
Read MoreXbox Family Sharing App arrives on iOS and Android today
Just in time for the school year, Microsoft is rolling out the official Xbox Family Sharing App.
Read MoreEmail app Superhuman adds a cheaper plan for students and teachers
They can pay $10 per month instead of $30.
Read MoreEpic, Spotify and others ally against Apple and Google app policies
A diverse variety of companies including Epic Games, Spotify, Match Group, Tile and others have formed an alliance to pressure Apple, Google and others to change their app store rules. The Coalition for App Fairness debuted today stating that "Apple taxes consumers and crushes innovation," and that it will advocate "freedom of choice and fair competition across the app ecosystem." The group plans to push for new regulations governing how app stores can be run.
Read MoreTodoist's new Boards feature is a better-looking Trello
Todoist adds a card-based Boards feature to its project management app.
Read MoreAdobe's Liquid Mode uses AI to make PDFs easier to read on phones
The new mode uses Sensei, Adobe's AI tool, to automatically reformat text, images and tables for mobile devices.
Read MoreOpera update uses QR codes to sync data between PC and Android browsers
Opera's browser is making it easier to sync between desktop and Android devices. The latest updates (version 71 on desktop and version 60 on Android) include a new feature called Sync that lets you scan a QR code rather than entering a password.
Read MoreYou can now set Firefox as your default iOS browser
You can opt for Firefox as your default browser on iOS devices.
Read MoreNow iOS users can set Gmail as their default email app
Now you can make Gmail the default email app on your iPhone or iPad -- as long as you're running iOS 14.
Read MoreJudge blocks US ban on WeChat app downloads
A judge has blocked the Commerce Department's attempt to ban WeChat downloads, citing First Amendment concerns.
Read MoreNike Run Club's Apple Watch app gives you more incentives to keep running
Nike's updated Run Club app for Apple Watch now offers running 'streaks' and a mode for twilight runners.
Read MoreMinor emoji update for 2021 adds 200 skintone variants for couples
The Unicode Consortium has unveiled a relatively minor emoji update that would still add 217 options to your selection next year. The rest is made up of new skintone grouping variants for the "couple with heart" and "couple kissing" emoji. The Consortium had to push back its annual Unicode Standard release by six months due to COVID-19: Unicode 14.0, which was supposed to come out in March 2021, will now be released in September.
Read MoreMozilla is shutting down Firefox Send and Notes
Mozilla plans to say goodbye to two of its lesser-known products this year.
Read MoreEvernote’s completely redesigned iOS app arrives today
Evernote's rebuilt iOS app launches today.
Read MoreWaze's latest update adds lane guidance and proactive traffic updates
Waze announced a number of new features, including a few that are already live in its navigation app.
Read MoreAndroid Auto is glitchy in Android 11
Android Auto in Android 11 appears to have numerous glitches, including sound problems, a missing Calendar app and even temporarily bricking phones.
Read MoreApple gives Stadia and xCloud the green light to run on iOS
But you'll need to download each game directly from the App Store.
Read MoreIFTTT Pro will let users create more complex actions for $10 per month
IFTTT introduced a new $9.99 per month Pro plan for unlimited applet creation.
Read MoreAdobe digitally recreated Keith Haring’s paint brushes and tools
Adobe digitally recreated 37 brushes inspired by iconic artist Keith Haring.
Read MoreThe Apple TV app is now available on Vizio SmartCast TVs
You can get three free months of Apple TV+ if you're a new subscriber.
Read MoreWaze lets you plan trips on the web and save them to your phone
Waze lets you plan a trip on its web-based Live Map and save it to your app.
Read MoreNative Instruments crams its powerful music-making software in a standalone groovebox
Maschine+ brings the Maschine workflow and Komplete instruments to a standalone groovebox.
Read MoreApple will roll out 'offer codes' for app subscriptions with iOS 14
Subscribers will be able to redeem the codes on their devices, so long as they're running Apple's upcoming mobile platform.
Read MoreIndia bans 'PUBG Mobile' and more than 100 other apps
Since June, India has banned 177 apps with ties to China.
Read MoreRussian law could force Apple to cut App Store fee to 20 percent
It's nowhere near becoming law yet, but the fact Russia's even thinking about this speaks volumes.
Read MoreUber will require some riders to verify they're wearing masks
The move builds on the health and safety policy the company announced on May 13th in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Many Android phones will offer Bing alongside Google search in Europe
Microsoft scores key markets in the latest browser choice auction.
Read MoreiOS doesn’t need to be more like Android, it just needs more Google
Apple's iOS 14 has taken some heat for copying Android features. Another big change is the introduction of the App Library, a decluttered app screen that's suspiciously similar to Android's app drawer. This one feature, more than any other, is what I feel is a key factor in preventing me from switching to Android.
Read MoreTwitter will keep fighting to share government data requests
Twitter's years-long battle over government surveillance and transparency isn't over yet.
Read MoreNVIDIA is officially buying ARM for $40 billion
NVIDIA is officially buying the chip design company ARM for $40 billion.
Read MoreSoftBank is reportedly close to selling ARM to NVIDIA
SoftBank is said to be close to a deal to sell ARM to NVIDIA for a whopping $40 billion, shaking up the chip industry.
Read MoreMicrosoft says Apple's game streaming policy will lead to 'a bad experience'
"This remains a bad experience for customers," a spokesperson for the company told The Verge.
Read MoreItaly is investigating Apple, Google and Dropbox cloud storage services
Italy launches six investigations into Apple, Google and Dropbox cloud storage services.
Read MorePodcast: Galaxy Z Fold 2, NVIDIA RTX 3000 and Intel's 11th-gen CPUs
It's been an intense week for those covering tech news and on this episode of the Engadget Podcast, we dive into Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 2, NVIDIA's new RTX chips, Intel's latest processors and a slew of IFA announcements.
Read MoreAt 25, eBay is a reminder of a bygone internet
eBay celebrates its quarter-century anniversary this week.
Read MoreIntel revamps its logo and five-note audio signature
Intel last changed its logo in 2006, but now it has a new look and soon it will have a "modernized" new sound.
Read MoreHTC CEO Yves Maitre resigns after less than a year
HTC President and CEO Yves Maitre has resigned due to personal reasons, and chairwoman Cher Wang is back in charge.
Read MoreYou can soon join Apple's COVID-19 tracing system without an app
Apple and Google have announced the latest form of their coronavirus tracing system which, for iOS users, does not require downloading an app. As expected, the system uses random Bluetooth identifiers (a more privacy-protective approach than GPS data) to alert people if they come close to someone with COVID-19 for a significant period of time. The key is that on Apple devices, state public health authorities that have opted into the program — providing their criteria for what counts as an exposure to COVID-19 and guidance for what residents should do if exposed — will have their customizations built into iOS.
Read MoreLG made a virtual showroom to show off its IFA 2020 lineup
It's an invite-only affair that's limited to 1,000 people per day, though, which is probably why LG has launched a virtual showroom even though it will be attending as a presenter. While LG is displaying various appliances in its virtual space, the stars of the show are its OLED displays.
Read MoreWalmart's $98-a-year Amazon Prime rival launches September 15th
Walmart+ costs $98 a year and offers you unlimited free delivery and fuel discounts.
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The Morning After: How AI shapes the world of 'Flight Simulator'
We reviewed the new iPad, and have recommendations on wireless earbuds for running.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Amazon's new security camera is also an in-home drone
The Ring Always Home Cam is a self-patrolling security camera that flies around your house autonomously. Also, 'Left 4 Dead 2' is back with new content.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Samsung's new Galaxy S20 is a flagship for the rest of us
This afternoon, Amazon's going to unveil a bunch of new devices, and while we assume many of them will be Alexa-connected, one of them has already leaked. The bike is no longer available to buy, and numerous references to Amazon have been scrubbed from the listing.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Tesla's $25,000 EV, and its 200 MPH-capable Model S
The Xbox Series X and S pre-orders started roughly on time, and Tesla's battery day brought word of EVs that will be cheaper and faster than ever.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Next-gen consoles are real big
Doesn't matter if it's PS5 or Xbox Series X: Make room.
Read MoreThe Morning After: PS5 price, release date and pre-order info revealed
The $400 PS5 is almost here, but first we're reviewing NVIDIA's RTX 3080. Also, iOS 14 has launched and Google Fiber is testing 2 Gbps service.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple's big iPad and Apple Watch event
Apple is ready to launch iOS 14, plus new Watches, tablets and subscriptions. Also, there's a new trailer for 'The Mandalorian' season two.
Read MoreThe Morning After: LG gets weird again with the dual-screen Wing
LG's flip-out Wing phone has arrived, there are new PS5 rumors and Sony has a compact full-frame mirroless camera.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The world’s biggest digital photo is 3,200 megapixels
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Read MoreThe Morning After: To avoid censorship in India, Netflix, Amazon and Disney+ will self-regulate
Engadget's daily tech news bulletin includes streaming services' regulating in India, the end of the Amazon delivery 'phone tree' hack and more!
Read MoreThe Morning After: Meet Intel's 11th gen 'Tiger Lake' CPUs
Lucid Motors shared video of a Lucid Air sedan burning up the quarter-mile in 9.9 seconds. Despite some setbacks moving from 10nm to 7nm, Intel still promises that its SuperFin FinFET transistor process contributes the biggest speed improvement within a generation. The benefit of that boost will be seen in its upcoming 11th gen CPUs, which can deliver a 20 percent CPU speed improvement over last year's 10th generation, with graphics performance that's twice as fast.
Read MoreThe Morning After: NVIDIA's RTX 30 Series is ready for 8K gaming
NVIDIA has a new family of graphics cards that put its previous products to shame. The $1,499 RTX 3090 has us drooling, but even the RTX 3070 is faster than a 2080Ti for just $499.
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Buying Guides (42)
How and where to pre-order the Google Pixel 5
Here's how to pre-order Google's latest flagship smartphone, the $699 Pixel 5.
Read MoreThe unlocked OnePlus 7T is $200 cheaper at B&H Photo
B&H Photo is closing out September with the same deal it began the month with: $200 off the OnePlus 7T smartphone. The OnePlus 7T is quite similar to the OnePlus 7 Pro, a handset that made it into our list of favorite midrange handsets. The 7T has a 6.5-inch 1080p AMOLED display and the Pro has a 6.7-inch 1440p AMOLED screen.
Read MoreA handful of the latest iPad Pros are $50 off on Amazon
If you missed the last sale on the latest iPad Pros on Amazon, you have another shot right now. A couple models of Apple's most premium tablet are $50 off — the best deal slashes $50 off the 12.9-inch iPad Pro (WiFi, 128GB), bringing it to $949. You can also get the 11-inch iPad Pro (WiFi, 256GB) for $50 off, which brings the price down to $849.
Read MoreEarly Prime Day deal drops 3rd-gen Echo Dot to $20 (when you buy two)
Buy Echo Dot (2-pack) at Amazon - $40 Remember — this is an early Prime Day deal, so you must be an Amazon Prime member to get the savings. It's also worth calling out that the Echo Dots in this deal are the previous models.
Read MoreAmazon offers $100 off Fire TV Recast and certain TVs for Prime members
Today for Prime members, Amazon is offering the Fire TV Recast over-the-air DVR starting at $130, or $100 off the regular price. You can also get several Fire TV Edition TVs for $100 off, including a 43-inch Toshiba 1080p model for $180 and Insignia 50-inch 4K set for $250.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: The first Apple Watch Series 6 discount and more
This week's best deals that are still available now include a $15 discount on the new Apple Watch Series 6 and $200 off a 13-inch MacBook Pro model with extra storage.
Read MoreAirPods Pro with AppleCare+ are just $230 at B&H until Sunday
If you've been waiting for a discount on the AirPods Pro, you may want to check out B&H Photo's latest deal for a pair, especially if you're also looking to get an AppleCare+ plan for it.
Read MoreApple's brand-new iPad is down to $299 on Amazon
Amazon joins Walmart with a new sale on the latest 8th-generation iPad — yes, the one that only came out last week. Amazon now has the iPad starting at $299, which is $30 less than its normal starting price. For those unaware, the 8th-generation iPad is the newest version of Apple's entry-level tablet.
Read MoreSamsung's new Galaxy S20 FE is already $100 off
Samsung's Galaxy S20 Fan Edition (FE) was already a good buy at $700, considering it had the Galaxy S20's high-end specs minus some RAM and a few other features. However, you can already find it cheaper, even though it just came out yesterday: it's now on pre-order for $100 off at Amazon, Best Buy and B&H Electronics.
Read MoreAmazon knocks $200 off the 512GB 13-inch MacBook Pro
Amazon has the latest 13-inch MacBook Pro with 512GB of storage (double that of the base model) for $200 off, bringing the price down to $1,599. Follow @EngadgetDeals on Twitter for the latest tech deals and buying advice.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch Series 6 is already discounted at Amazon
Despite Apple only announcing the latest Apple Watches and iPads last week, we're already starting to see discounts. The newest sales come from Amazon on the Apple Watch Series 6 — a few models are up to $15 off, which may seem like a paltry discount but it's actually not bad considering the device is less than one week old. A couple GPS + Cellular models of the Apple Watch SE are also on sale.
Read MoreAmazon sale cuts up to $40 off the latest Fire HD tablets
If you've been waiting for a price drop on the Fire HD 8, HD 8 Plus and HD 10 tablets, you may want to check out their Amazon pages.
Read MoreHow and where to pre-order an Xbox Series X or S
Here's everything you need to know about pre-ordering an Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S game console.
Read MoreThe best deals we found this week: $50 off AirPods Pro and more
The best deals from this week that you can still get today include the Apple AirPods Pro at their lowest price ever, $100 off the MacBook Air laptop and $200 off the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra.
Read MoreThe 8th-generation iPad is already $30 off at Walmart
Apple's new 8th-generation iPad is discounted to $299 at Walmart just a couple of days after being announced. Earlier this week, Apple revealed the latest version of its base iPad, along with a new iPad Air and new Apple Watches, at its "Time Flies" event. The starting price of the base iPad is $329, but Walmart has the 32GB rose gold and space gray WiFi models for $299 right now.
Read MoreHow and where to pre-order a PlayStation 5
Here's everything you need to know about pre-ordering a PlayStation 5 console, as well as which accessories you can buy.
Read MoreConfused about which console to buy? Just wait.
After months of speculation, we now have a clear picture of the next-gen consoles. If you haven't decided which to get, maybe you simply don't need one yet.
Read MoreYou’ll need more than $299 to truly enjoy next-gen gaming
SSDs are expensive, though, so neither Microsoft nor Sony have pushed the envelope on capacity. The Xbox Series S has 512GB of onboard storage, while both PS5 models offer 825GB and the Xbox Series X boasts 1TB. The Xbox One X and PS4 Pro came with slower hard-disk drives (HDD), but they were also 1TB.
Read MoreA pink and gold Apple Watch Series 5 can be yours for $329 on Amazon
With the new Apple Watch Series 6 arriving earlier this week, you can count on to previous models just as sure as Groundhog Day. And true to form, Apple's Watch Series 5 is already on sale at Amazon For $329, or $100 off the full retail price — although with one caveat related to color.
Read MoreWhere to buy the Apple Watch Series 6 and Apple Watch SE
Apple debuted the newest Apple Watches yesterday at its "Time Flies" virtual event and, unlike years past, you don't have to wait a few days to a couple of weeks to pre-order one. The Apple Watch Series 6 and the more affordable Apple Watch SE are available to buy on Apple's website today and it appears the first Watches are estimated to be delivered by the end of September. You can pre-order both Watches from other retailers as well, including B&H Photo and Best Buy, and they should ship on or before September 18.
Read MoreAmazon knocks $100 off the latest MacBook Air
Buy MacBook Air (256GB) at Amazon - $899 Buy MacBook Air (512GB) at Amazon - $1,199 The $899 model is the base MacBook Air, which runs on a 10th-gen Core i3 processor, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.
Read MoreAmazon price-matches the $199 AirPods Pro deal
Amazon now has the AirPods Pro on sale for $199, matching Staple's low sale price.
Read MoreLenovo's Google Assistant Smart Clock is half price at Best Buy
When Lenovo's Smart Clock first arrived, we were charmed by the tiny minimalistic design, clock-centric features and Google Assistant-powered smart home features. The original $80 price was also a plus, but Best Buy just made it a lot more interesting — it's selling the device at $40, or half off.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Pro return to a low $199 price at Staples
Staples has once more cut the price of Apple's AirPods Pro to $199, and regular AirPods are also on sale.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: $200 off the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and more
Labor Day deals you can still buy today include $200 off Samsung's Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, $50 off Apple's latest iPad Pro and more.
Read MoreApple's 10.2-inch iPad drops to $279 at Amazon and Walmart
It's been almost three months since we've seen a good sale on Apple's 10.2-inch iPad, but we've got one now as we get closer to Apple's hardware event next week. The 7th-generation iPad is discounted to $279 at Amazon and Walmart, which is $50 off its normal price. While not the lowest price its ever been ($250), it's a good sale for anyone who's been waiting for the next opportunity to save on Apple's most affordable tablet.
Read MoreSony's 55-inch A8H OLED smart TV is $400 off right now
OLED TVs, as expensive as they can be, are a favorite among display aficionados. Both Sony and LG announced new OLED TVs earlier this year at CES and now there's actually a decent sale on one of them. The Sony 55-inch A8H 4K OLED TV is $400 off right now at a bunch of retailers, which brings its price down to $1,499.
Read MoreThe latest iPad Pros are on sale ahead of next week's Apple event
The online retailer has the 256GB 11-inch iPad Pro for $50 off, bringing the price down to $850. The top-of-the-line 1TB 12.9-inch iPad Pro is also on sale thanks to an automatically applied digital coupon that knocks $64.51 off its $1,499 price tag.
Read MoreSony's budget ANC headphones are just $98 at Amazon
Wireless noise-cancelling (ANC) headphones are in huge demand these days, but they can make a significant dent in your bank account. However, you can get Sony's budget WH-CH710N headphones for at just $98 on Amazon — over half off, which is the best deal we've seen yet at that site.
Read MoreBeats' Solo Pro headphones are cheaper than ever on Amazon
Beats headphones can be a sweet spot for those that like bass-heavy audio but want the many conveniences that come with Apple's AirPods. While Beats devices tend to be expensive, you can get one of the company's most impressive headphones to date at an all-time-low price right now. The Beats Solo Pro on-ear wireless headphones with active noise-cancellation are down to $199 at Amazon, which is $100 off their normal price.
Read MoreAugust's fourth-gen WiFi Smart Lock drops to $219 on Amazon
It's the lowest price we've seen on the device to date.
Read MoreInstant Pot's Duo Evo Plus is only $100 on Amazon
Instant Pot's Duo Evo Plus is on sale for an all time low price of $100.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Watch 3 gets its first big discount on Amazon
We think that Samsung's Galaxy Watch 3 is the best non-Apple smartwatch, which is one reason why it's been very tough to find on sale. However, Amazon is now offering the first real deal on the Tizen-powered watch, selling it at $365.30 instead of the regular $430 price.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy S20 Ultra gets a whopping $300 discount at Amazon
Samsung's Galaxy S20 Ultra has received a hefty $300 discount at Amazon, making it a better option if you're a phone camera enthusiasst.
Read MoreThis week’s best deals: $300 off the Razer Blade 15 and more
The best deals from this week and early Labor Day deals include $300 off the Razer Blade 15 gaming laptop and Apple's AirPods Pro for $220.
Read MoreSegway's ES2 electric scooter is nearly 50 percent off at Amazon
Update 12:22pm ET: It appears the additional $90 coupon is no longer available on Amazon. If you're looking for a fun and convenient way to travel short distances, an electric scooter can do the trick. Amazon has the Segway Ninebot ES2 electric scooter for $309, which is roughly 47 percent off and the lowest price we've ever seen it.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Fit is 50 percent off at Best Buy
Samsung's Galaxy Fit fitness tracker is 50 percent off in new Best Buy sale.
Read MoreThe OnePlus 7T is 33 percent off today at B&H Photo
The OnePlus 7T smartphone, unlocked and in glacier blue, is on sale for $400 at B&H Photo, which is the lowest price we've ever seen on the device. Now if OnePlus' smartphone updates last year confused you, you're not alone. The handset on sale is not the OnePlus 7 Pro that made it onto our list of favorite midrange smartphones, but the two are actually quite similar.
Read MoreB&H Photo knocks $250 off Lenovo's high-powered Legion 7 laptop
While the Razer Blade 15 with NVIDIA's RTX 2060 GPU is $400 off today, you may be itching for a gaming laptop with a slightly better graphics card. If that's the case, you can grab a Lenovo Legion 7 machine with an NVIDIA RTX 2070 GPU for $1,599 right now at B&H Photo.
Read MoreAmazon's Echo Buds are back to their lowest price
Amazon's Echo Buds are on sale for just $90.
Read MoreThe Razer Blade 15 is the cheapest it's ever been on Amazon today
It remains a good time to grab a Razer gaming laptop, particularly the Blade 15, if you've wanted an upgrade or a new laptop before the new school year begins. Today only, Amazon has a great deal on the base Razer Blade 15, dropping it to a new all-time-low price of $1,399. This model is different from the 4K model we wrote about yesterday that's also on sale, but in some ways, this base version might be better for most people.
Read MoreJabra's Elite 85h ANC headphones are more than half off at $120
Good quality wireless active noise cancellation (ANC) headphones generally aren't cheap, which is what makes Jabra's latest proposition so interesting. It's selling the Elite 85h wireless over-ear headphones for $120, which is much less than the best deal we've seen so far on that model, and over half the normal $250 price.
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Computing (14)
Windows 10 for ARM will support 64-bit x64 apps through emulation
Windows Insiders can start testing the emulator in November.
Read MoreUS slaps trade restrictions on China's top chipmaker
The US has put limits on exports to China's top chip manufacturer, SMIC, potentially hurting a host of Chinese tech compaines.
Read MoreNVIDIA apologizes for RTX 3090 pre-orders before they even begin
NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 3090 is going on pre-order this morning, but it sounds like you're going to need a lot of luck to get one. In a blog post, the company has essentially pre-apologized for the lack of supply, while stressing that it's strictly designed (and priced) for enthusiasts.
Read MoreResearchers found the manual for the world's oldest surviving computer
It should give them a better understanding of how the Z4 works.
Read MoreNVIDIA apologizes for RTX 3080 order chaos
NVIDIA apparently failed to account for the excitement it created, as the $699 RTX 3080 Founder's Edition sold out nearly instantly. On top of that, the site went down almost immediately after sales opened, shutting out most buyers.
Read MoreAMD's Radeon RX 6000 reference card ditches the noisy blower
With NVIDIA gathering raves for its GeForce RTX 3080 launch, AMD is trying to draw attention to its own upcoming Radeon GPUs. To that end, the company has teased the reference design for its RX 6000 "Big Navi" graphics cards, showing a much-improved cooling system.
Read MoreUS considers blocking deals with China's largest chip maker
The US is considering blacklisting China's largest chip maker, SMIC, in a move that could escalate an ongoing trade war.
Read MoreNVIDIA's RTX 3000 cards make counting teraflops pointless
With NVIDIA's first RTX 3000 cards arriving in weeks, you can expect reviews to give you a firm idea of Ampere performance soon. Even now, it feels safe to say that Ampere represents a monumental leap forward for PC gaming. However these cards stack up, though, it's clear that their worth can no longer be represented by a singular figure like teraflops.
Read MoreGIF search, voice typing and more are coming to Windows 10
Windows 10 is getting an integrated GIF search, improvements to voice typing and other new features, Microsoft Senior Program Manager Brandon LeBlanc wrote in a Windows blog post. The overall goal of the new features, LeBlanc said, is to improve the system's ability to help you communicate via voice and text on your devices. To better enable you to react with the perfect laughing, crying or eye roll GIF, Windows 10 will allow you to quickly input animated GIFs by typing WIN + [.] and WIN + [;].
Read MoreTCL's new paper-like display can also play videos
TCL also said it has received eye protection certifications from the German Rhine laboratory, and has 11 different patents for eye protection.
Read MoreQualcomm promises better AI for its next Snapdragon PC chip
The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 follows up 2018's Snapdragon 8cx, and back then the company said the "x" in the name stood for "extreme" power. Amon pointed out the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2's image signal processor (ISP) as a means to help webcams deliver better quality.
Read MoreIntel unveils Tiger Lake CPUs, rebrands Project Athena as Evo
Intel is finally giving us full details on its Tiger Lake chips.
Read MoreNVIDIA unveils the $699 GeForce RTX 3080, its first 'Ampere' GPU
NVIDIA has officially unveiled its RTX 3000 "Ampere" GPUs.
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Cybersecurity (21)
Suspected ransomware attack hits one of the largest hospital networks in the US
One of the US's largest healthcare providers has been hit by what looks like a highly coordinated ransomware attack.
Read MoreWindows XP source code leak sheds light on Microsoft's OS history
Windows XP's source code appears to have leaked online, hinting at early work that included a Mac-like placeholder theme.
Read MoreTwitter's changes since the June attack include requiring security keys
Back in July, Twitter became the target of cyberattackers that hijacked high-profile accounts to run a bitcoin scam. Now, the company has published a post detailing how it's keeping Twitter secure and making sure that incident won't happen again, especially since it's election season in the US. As the company explains, some of its teams need access to user data to keep Twitter running.
Read MoreRing will introduce end-to-end encryption to address security concerns
Ring says it wants to make its products
Read More179 arrested in 'Operation DisrupTor' dark web drug takedown
A massive international law enforcement operation has led to the arrests of 179 dark web drug traffickers who sold opioids and other illicit goods and services across Europe and the US. The investigators part of JCODE, an FBI-led multi—agency Department of Justice initiative, worked with Europol over a period of nine months under the project called Operation DisrupTor. Wall Street Market served more than 1.15 million customers.
Read More1Password team-up with Privacy.com lets you create burner cards
1Password has announced its partnership with Privacy.com, which is a service you can use to create virtual credit cards to make shopping online a lot safer. The team-up integrates Privacy.com's capabilities into 1Password, giving you a way to generate burner cards from within a browser that's installed with the 1Password X extension for Chrome, Firefox, Opera or Brave.
Read MoreShopify reports 'rogue' employees stole some customer data
The company's software enables online shopping for other businesses, and in a blog post it revealed that two employees were caught "in a scheme to obtain customer transactional records of certain merchants." It's unclear how much data they actually stole, which the blog post said came from fewer than 200 merchants. The information access included stuff like contact information as well as order details of what was purchased, but for now, the company says it did not include payment information like credit card or account numbers.
Read More'The Dark Overlord' hacking group member sentenced to five years in prison
A US district judge has sentenced a UK National to five years in federal prison for participating in the cybercrime activities of hacking collective group "The Dark Overlord." Nathan Wyatt was extradited from the UK to the US in December 2019 for targeting computer networks of American companies.
Read MoreIranian hackers' Android malware spies on dissidents by stealing 2FA codes
An Iranian hacking group made Android malware that appears built to spy on regime critics by stealing their two-factor codes.
Read MoreHomeland Security warns of a 'critical' security flaw in Windows servers
Homeland Security has issued an emergency alert for a Windows security flaw, Zerologon, that allows attackers to compromise entire networks.
Read MoreRansomware may have led to the death of a German hospital patient
A patient has died after ransomware limited emergency services at a German hospital.
Read MoreThe switch to remote learning has made schools even bigger cyber targets
As homeschooling increased, so did attacks against educational institutions.
Read MoreJoe Biden's campaign app had a bug that made it too easy to access voter info
The app had a flaw that trivialized obtaining someone's personal information.
Read MoreRazer data leak may have exposed info of over 100,000 customers
A server mis-configuration may have leaked the personal information of more than 100,000 Razer customers.
Read MoreZoom rolls out two-factor authentication for all accounts
Zoom has unveiled two-factor authentication (2FA) for all user accounts, to make it easier to prevent "zoombombing" and other security breaches.
Read MoreRussia, China and Iran target US elections with cyberattacks
Russia is once again trying to interfere with a US presidential election. So are China and Iran.
Read MoreYubico's latest security key uses NFC and USB-C for authentication
Yubico, the company that wants you to drop passwords and use a physical hardware key instead, has unveiled a new product that works with just about any device and authentication protocol. The YubiKey 5C supports both USB-C and NFC, so it supports Windows, macOS and Linux PCs, along with Android and iOS smartphones or tablets.
Read MoreJudge rules FBI, NSA broke the law and court orders with data collection
A judge has determined that the FBI and NSA broke the law and court orders when they collected data from email and other US communications.
Read MoreTelmate data breach leaked personal info for millions of prisoners
Telmate, a widely used prison phone service, left millions of inmates' and their contacts' data exposed online, according to Comparitech. Comparitech security researcher Bob Diachenko discovered an unsecured database in early August containing 11 million records of inmates and their contacts, as well as 227 million message records. Comparitech says Telmate owner Global Tel Link secured the database within just a few hours after being informed.
Read MoreWhite House issues 'SPD-5' cybersecurity policy for space
The White House doesn't plan to require the country's space industry to adopt the practices it outlined.
Read MoreAlphaBay dark web moderator sentenced to 11 years in prison
Bryan Connor Herrell, a 26-year-old man from Colorado who served as a moderator for AlphaBay, has been sentenced to 11 years in prison. The DOJ says Herrell was paid in Bitcoin for his services and operated under the pseudonyms "Penissmith" and "Botah," but the steps he took to preserve his anonymity weren't enough to protect him.
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Entertainment (3)
SXSW will host an online festival in 2021
As part of its 2021 plans, SXSW will host an online festival that will attempt to replicate the best features of its annual conference in Austin, Texas.
Read MoreThe Morning After: PS5 and RTX 3080 rollouts are frustrating for gamers
The Xbox Series S has 512GB of onboard storage, while both PS5 models offer 825GB and the Xbox Series X boasts 1TB.
Read MoreABC's Chadwick Boseman tribute is now streaming on Disney+
After news broke of Chadwick Boseman's passing last week, ABC aired a special tribute to the late actor during the episode of its 20/20 show the Sunday after. If you missed it the first time around, you can now catch Chadwick Boseman: A Tribute For A King on Disney+, according to the streaming service. Disney+ is also the home of some of Boseman's shows like Black Panther, Captain America: Civil War, Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame.
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EVs and Transportation (48)
Seattle law will force Uber and Lyft to pay drivers a minimum hourly wage
Seattle's city council has unanimously approved a minimum wage for Uber and Lyft drivers, becoming the second major US city to do so along with New York.
Read MoreFord makes the 2021 Mustang Mach-E a little cheaper
You can get up to $3,000 off the price of the Mustang Mach-E.
Read MoreNissan's Re-Leaf prototype is a mobile power supply for disaster response
Nissan's all-electric Re-Leaf is an EV designed to provide a mobile power supply during disaster recovery.
Read MoreHyundai's new studio hopes to develop a 'transformer-class' vehicle
Hyundai is actively working on vehicles like this Elevate concept, while it try to create "the world's first transformer-class vehicle, also known as the Ultimate Mobility Vehicle."
Read MoreUber can continue operating in London after winning court appeal
Uber has won the right to continue operating in London. The ride-hailing company was contesting a decision made by Transport for London (TfL) in November last year. The regulator believed that Uber wasn't "fit and proper" and had shown "a pattern of failures" since entering the city in May 2012.
Read MoreAfter Math: Tesla goes budget and California has gas car ban plans
This week we saw Amazon roll out a bunch of next-generation Big Brother gear, including dash cams and an indoor camera-copter, in an ongoing effort to normalize its all-encompassing, inescapable surveillance schemes. The UK announced this week that it has put the disgraced former CEO of Cambridge Analytica, Alexander Nix, in businessman time out until 2027. Elon "Im going to put a chip in your head" Musk has never been one to shy away from making grandiose forward looking statements but if he can keep his word from this year's battery day — the one about being able to build batteries at half the current cost per kWh and usher in the era of $25,000 electric cars within tree years.
Read MoreHonda's electric SUV concept is a peek at a production vehicle
Honda has unveiled an electric SUV concept that it says is representative of a production EV.
Read MoreBMW's motorsport division announces first EV based on the i4
BMW M, the German automaker's motorsport division, has announced that it's developing its first battery-electric car based on the upcoming i4 EV. According to CarAdvice, BMW M CEO Markus Flasch has made the revelation during a press event for Australian media, where he also said that the car will be unveiled next year and will fall under the company's "performance segment." As CarAdvice noted, it likely means that the vehicle will be sportier than the standard i4 but won't be able to match the division's "high-performance" models, such as the BMW M3 and M4.
Read MoreHyundai's next electric race car hints at the future of sporty road-going EVs
Hyundai has unveiled its next electric race car, the RM20e, and it points to where road-going N sports cars are headed.
Read MorePolestar will put its eco-friendly Precept car into production
Polestar is putting its Precept prototype car into production, adding semi-autonomous features and eco-friendly design to its EV lineup.
Read MoreTesla will boost your Model Y's acceleration for $2,000
Tesla has introduced a Model Y "Acceleration Boost" that unlocks added performance — if you're willing to pay $2,000.
Read MoreLucid Air EV runs the quarter-mile in just 9.245 seconds
Tesla promises sub 9.9-second times for the 'Plaid' Model S and Lucid fired back with this clip of a prototype going down the drag strip well under that time.
Read MoreE1 is like Formula E, but with boats
Today, Formula E and Extreme E founder Alejandro Agag unveiled E1, a competition that will revolve around battery-powered boats. E1 competitors will use RaceBirds, a single-person vessel developed by SeaBird Technologies, that uses electric propulsion and a hydrofoil to reach speeds up 60 knots, or 111KMH/69MPH. E1 will be run "in direct association" with Extreme E, according to the competition's organizers.
Read MoreCalifornia to ban sale of new gas-powered vehicles by 2035
Newsom's office notes that transportation accounts for roughly half of the state's carbon emissions and estimates that these new rules will reduce those emissions by 35 percent.
Read MoreVolkswagen's ID.4 is its first electric SUV for North America
Three years after we got our first peek at VW's throwback electric microbus concept, the quirky I.D.Buzz, Volkswagen unveiled the ID's next evolution on Wednesday with the reveal of the 2021 ID.4 electric SUV.
Read MoreTesla lays out 'Battery Day' plans that lead to a $25,000 electric car
Tesla CEO Elon Musk teased a $25,000 EV in the company's future, built on new batteries that are cheaper to make and more efficient.
Read MoreTesla's 1,100HP 'Plaid' Model S sport sedan will arrive in late 2021
Tesla's triple-motor Plaid Model S promises 0 - 60 MPH times of under two seconds, and it's going on sale next year.
Read MoreWalmart's latest drone trial delivers at-home COVID-19 tests
A pilot project is underway in North Las Vegas.
Read MoreTour de France winner Greg LeMond is making cute carbon e-bikes
Today, his personal company — simply called LeMond — has launched two pedal-assist bicycles built almost entirely from carbon fiber. Both have carbon fiber frames, seat posts and, unusually, barstems.
Read MoreElon Musk warns that Tesla's 'Battery Day' tech is two years away
Tesla is expected to reveal some exciting news tomorrow about its car batteries, but first, CEO Elon Musk is downplaying the potential short-term impact of what it will reveal.
Read MoreCowboy is bringing free crash detection to its e-bikes
The feature is coming to Cowboy 2 and 3 this month.
Read MoreNikola founder resigns following SEC probe into electric truck business
Following a fraud accusation by a short firm and potential probe by the US Securities Exchange Commission (SEC), Nikola founder Trevor Milton is stepping down as executive chairman.
Read MoreBird releases more affordable, foldable Air electric scooter for $599
Bird has released the Air, a custom foldable e-scooter you can buy outright for a more affordable $599.
Read MorePorsche debuts its Taycan safety car at Le Mans
This Porsche Taycan Turbo will serve as a safety car during a support race ahead of the 24 Hours of Le Mans event.
Read MoreCanadian police charged a Tesla owner for sleeping while driving
The 2019 Model S was spotted speeding on a Canadian highway with both front seats "completely reclined."
Read MoreFord’s electric F-150 can be a mobile power source for jobsites and more
Ford shares new details about its electric F-150.
Read MoreVolocopter opens reservations for first electric air taxi flights
The company's final certification for air taxis is still pending.
Read MoreGM's Ultium motors will power its next-generation EVs
GM, the company known for Corvettes and Sierra pickups, has embraced EVs as much as any US automaker. It already revealed plans for its Ultium batteries and now, ahead of the 2020 Bolt EV launch, is showing off its Ultium electric motors and drive units for its next-generation of electric cars and trucks.
Read MoreUber backup driver charged with negligent homicide in self-driving accident
Uber's self-driving test car struck and killed a person two years ago, and today a grand jury indicted the backup driver on a charge of negligent homicide.
Read MoreLyft is discounting rides to polling locations on election day
Taking a bike or scooter to vote will also be a bit cheaper.
Read MoreJaguar's F-Pace refresh includes its first plug-in hybrid
The Jaguar F-Pace has a PHEV model that'll delight company car buyers.
Read MoreThe SEC is reportedly looking into Nikola's electric truck promises
A short selling firm accused electric big rig startup Nikola of being an "intricate fraud" and now the SEC is reportedly investigating.
Read MoreGMC will detail the Hummer EV on October 20th
GMC will detail the Hummer EV on October 20th, with reservations opening that same day.
Read MoreWalmart partners with Zipline for glider drone delivery tests
Walmart has had drone delivery ambitions for years now, and today they've announced a partnership with Zipline for on-demand delivery of "health and wellness" products.
Read MoreTesla Supercharger flaw lets rival EVs top up for free in Europe
An apparent bug with Tesla's V3 Superchargers lets competing EVs recharge for free in Europe.
Read MoreBaidu's Apollo Go robotaxi service arrives in Beijing
Baidu launched its Apollo Go robotaxi service in the Chinese cities of Changsha and Cangzhou back in August, shortly after announcing that its autonomous driving computer is ready for use on the streets. Now, Apollo Go has also made its way to Beijing, making it the first autonomous car service operating in the nation's capital. Apollo Go's service area in Beijing encompasses 435 miles of road with 100 pick-up and drop-off stations across several residential and business areas.
Read MoreWalmart launches a drone delivery program in North Carolina
Shortly after receiving final FAA approval for drone deliveries, Amazon already has a rival. Walmart announced that it will start a pilot program with drone company Flytrex to deliver groceries and other household essentials from its superstore in Fayetteville, NC.
Read MoreFor Lucid’s Air EV sedan, performance and prestige come at a price
After multiple production delays and setbacks, Lucid Motors gave the EV driving public its first look at the upcoming Lucid Air sedan during a live streamed reveal event on Wednesday. Built on the Lucid Electric Advanced Platform (LEAP), the all-wheel drive Lucid Air will be powered by either a single, double, or triple electric motor set producing a whopping 1,080 horsepower between them. The Air's 113 kWh battery pack is only slightly larger than the 100 kWh used in Tesla's Model S Long Range Plus yet Lucid claims that the Air will be able to travel up to 517 miles on a single charge, easily dwarfing the Model 3's 402 miles (and really any other EV vehicle currently on sale).
Read MoreUber brings its green rides option to the US
Uber Green is coming to the US, letting you ask for an EV or hybrid to drive you to your destination.
Read MoreLewis Hamilton launches his own Extreme E racing team
Lewis Hamilton will have no day-to-day involvement, but is behind team X44.
Read MoreVolkswagen shows off ID.4's interior ahead of official debut
Volkswagen is giving us a glimpse of the ID.4, its first all-electric crossover, before the vehicle's official reveal later this month. The automaker has released photos of ID.4's interior, showing its touchscreen displays — yes, it has more than one — dials and an intuitive lighting strip. The ID.4 will also feature 30-color ambient lighting and a light strip below the windscreen that can signal drivers, say, when the vehicle's drive system is active and when the car has been locked or unlocked.
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Read MoreMustang Mach E pre-delivery app lets you set up the car before it arrives
Ford has unveiled a new app feature for its upcoming Mustang Mach-E that will save you the hassle of setting up navigation, climate control, charging stations and other personal settings once it's delivered.
Read MoreA new NHTSA tool will show you where self-driving cars are in testing
You can now see ongoing driverless testing programs across the US, thanks to a new tool from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The agency has launched the public-facing platform as part of its Automated Vehicle Transparency and Engagement for Safe Testing Initiative, which aims to improve transparency in the self-driving industry. If you'll recall, the NHTSA unveiled the initiative back in June, shortly after the Partners for Automated Vehicle Education (PAVE) published a study that says most Americans still don't trust automated vehicle technologies.
Read MoreFord's electric Mustang dragster covers a quarter-mile in 8.27 seconds
Ford's electric Mustang prototype put all that horsepower to work with an 8.27-second run down the quarter-mile drag strip.
Read MoreVolta Zero is an electric delivery truck built just for cities
Volta Trucks is currently building its first prototype for Zero.
Read MoreLucid Motors claims its first EV covers a quarter mile in 9.9 seconds
With 1,080 horsepower, the Lucid Air Dream Edition hits 60 MPH in 2.5 seconds.
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Gaming (67)
Esports tournament organizers ESL and DreamHack have merged
ESL Gaming aims to 'shape the future of esports and gaming.'
Read MoreEA removed a FIFA microtransaction ad that was aimed at kids
It promoted FIFA Points, which are used to unlock FUT packs, in a toy magazine.
Read More'Pokémon Go' will roll back some of its COVID-19-related changes
Some of the changes added to Pokémon Go that made it easier to play during COVID-19 lockdowns are going away as of October 1st.
Read MoreAtari VCS backers should get their consoles 'very soon'
More than two years and multiple delays after its original announcement, the Atari VCS is finally making its way to people who helped crowdfund the console. In an update over on Medium, Atari says it's putting the "finishing touches" on the first batch of production VCS units. It also shared photos from the factory floor to prove manufacturing has been coming along.
Read More'Dead by Daylight', 'Celeste' and others join Stadia Pro's free game lineup
Google wants more people to check out Stadia Pro, the subscription-based version of its video game streaming service. To that end, the company is adding six titles to its freebie lineup on October 1st, including Dead by Daylight. The asymmetric horror game, which is already available on other platforms, pits four survivors against another human-controlled menace.
Read MoreMuscular Dystrophy Association is streaming on Twitch to raise funds
The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is hosting a weekly streaming event entitled "MDA Let's Play For A Cure" featuring some big-name gamers on Twitch. It aims to drive awareness and raise funds for research to develop treatments and cures for muscular dystrophy, ALS and over 43 related neuromuscular diseases. The Association launched its Let's Play initiative a year ago, but its gaming streams have become a more significant source of funding now that it can't hold in-person events due to the pandemic.
Read MoreA Redditor got Stadia to run on an iPhone
It works in a browser app you can download from the App Store.
Read More‘FarmVille’ is shutting down for good on December 31st
FarmVille is closing its gates on December 31st.
Read MoreWhat Activision’s YouTube deal says about Call of Duty esports
"We absolutely have to diversify," said Activision Blizzard esports branding head Brandon Snow.
Read MoreEpic is acquiring SuperAwesome, a company focused on kids' online safety
Epic Games is acquiring UK-based SuperAwesome, a company that powers kid-safe gaming technology.
Read MoreCapcom wants to bring 'Resident Evil Village' to PS4 and Xbox One
Resident Evil Village could join the growing list of next-gen games also coming to current-gen consoles. At its Tokyo Games Show presentation, Capcom announced that the eighth mainline Resident Evil game may make its way to PlayStation 4 and PC. "While Resident Evil Village is being developed specifically for next-generation consoles and PC, we're looking into delivering the experience on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One as well," a Capcom producer said via a translator.
Read MoreTribeca Film Festival will expand its games program next year
Hideo Kojima and Geoff Keighley have joined Tribeca Games' new advisory board.
Read More'Nier' remaster heads to the West on April 23rd, 2021
A remaster of the original Nier video game will be released in the West on April 23rd, 2021. The cult classic, directed by Yoko Taro, was first released for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in 2010. It was a spin-off from the Drakengard series and followed the skilled fighter Nier as he searched for a cure that could save his sickly daughter.
Read More'Among Us' developers cancel sequel plans, focus on their new/old smash hit
'Among Us' will get more content instead of a sequel, as its developers focus on tweaking the indie game that exploded into a hit two years after it was released.
Read MoreThe Game Awards will stream live on December 10th
The Game Awards returns December 10th with a virtual show from three cities.
Read More'No Man's Sky' update adds new planets, volcanoes and sandworms
No Man's Sky underwhelmed at launch back in 2016, in part because Hello Games and its marketing materials had set expectations extraordinarily high.
Read MoreFortnite's Battle Bus is dropping into 'Rocket League'
A crossover event between the free-to-play games starts on Saturday.
Read MoreBlizzCon will return as an online-only event in February 2021
After cancelling this year's BlizzCon convention due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Blizzard has announced that it will hold a replacement show online. BlizzConline (yep) will be held on February 19th-20th, 2021 with all the latest news around its popular franchises including World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, Hearthstone and Starcraft.
Read MoreYou’ll soon be able to dance like BTS in ‘Fortnite’
'Fortnite' is hosting the world premiere of a new, choreographed music video of the BTS bop 'Dynamite.'
Read MoreMassive 'Marvel's Avengers' patch fixes over 1,000 bugs
Square Enix has rolled out a huge update for Marvel's Avengers that focus on fixing issues affecting the game on consoles and PC. The lengthy changelog includes fixes for serious issues that prevent progression, as well as small graphical and animation tweaks. Square Enix's take on Marvel's Avengers is an action role-playing brawler set in the team's second HQ in San Francisco with single-player, multiplayer and online co-op modes.
Read MoreUbisoft plans to show 'Beyond Good & Evil 2' gameplay next year
'BG&E' creator Michel Ancel has quit the company to work at a wildlife sanctuary.
Read More'Disintegration' multiplayer shuts down after just six months
The developer behind Disintegration, the tactical shooter with transhuman characters, is ending the multiplayer mode that it launched early this year.
Read MoreHumble’s You Can Pet The Dog bundle is exactly what it sounds like
Good. Doggos. Petting. Charity. What more do you need?
Read More'Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition' will have a 120fps mode
Capcom has officially unveiled Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition during Sony's PlayStation 5 event, where it revealed that the game will launch on the same day the console becomes available. The upgraded version of DMC5, which was originally released in 2019, takes advantage of the upcoming device's ray tracing capabilities to enable realistic shadows and lighting. Special Edition also makes Vergil a playable character, granting the request of fans who've been asking for the feature since the original DMC5 was announced years ago.
Read More‘The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners’ is coming to the Oculus Quest
VR game The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners is officially coming to Oculus Quest October 13th, Skydance Interactive developers announced Wednesday during Facebook Connect. The game was one of several announced today alongside the brand-new Oculus Quest 2 hardware. The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners takes place in a walker-infested New Orleans, where you must fight your way through the streets and negotiate with warring factions.
Read MoreThe PlayStation 5 vs. the Xbox Series X and Series S
Now that we know how much the PS5 will cost, how does it compare to the Xbox Series X?
Read MoreWatch the new trailer for 'Resident Evil Village'
We already knew Capcom was working on a new Resident Evil entry, but during Sony's recent PlayStation 5 showcase, the developer shared a second trailer for Resident Evil Village.
Read More'Hogwarts Legacy' will make you a wizard in 2021
The long-rumored Harry Potter open-world game finally has a release date.
Read MoreAnthony Daniels will play C-3PO in 'Tales from the Galaxy's Edge'
Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy's Edge, the upcoming VR spin-off of Disney's popular Star Wars-themed attraction, will feature a familiar voice.
Read MoreClassic adventure game 'Myst' is being reimagined for Oculus Quest
After making its way to every other platform out there, Myst is making the jump to VR.
Read More‘Assassin’s Creed’ and ‘Splinter Cell’ are coming to Oculus
Ubisoft's 'Assassin's Creed' and 'Splinter Cell' are coming to Oculus VR.
Read More'Rocket League' will go free-to-play on September 23rd
Current players will receive their Legacy items tomorrow.
Read MoreTwitch chat successfully barrel-rolled a ‘Flight Simulator’ plane
Twitch chat users successfully flew a plane in Microsoft Flight Simulator.
Read MoreFortnite's anti-cheat solution comes to 'Fall Guys' in major update
'Fall Guys' gets Epic's Easy Anti-Cheat software.
Read MoreHow I discovered the magic of wholesome travel games
In a time when we can't travel anywhere, games offer a bit of relief.
Read MoreAston Martin built a $74,000 racing simulator
Aston Martin is breaking into the world of 'luxury esports' with a $74,000 racing simulator.
Read MoreIKEA partners with ASUS ROG on 'affordable' gaming furniture
IKEA has already jumped into tech with a smart home division and AR furniture app, but now it's making a leap into an entirely new category: PC gaming. The Swedish company has announced that it's teaming up with ASUS' Republic of Gamers (ROG) division to create "affordable gaming furniture accessories" with a line of around 30 products.
Read More'Borderlands 3' will get 4K and 4-player split-screen on PS5 and Xbox Series X
'Borderlands' 3 will play at 4K and 60FPS on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, and will offer four-player split-screen co-op to match.
Read More'AGOS: A Game of Space' is Ubisoft's interstellar VR adventure
Think: SpaceX Crew Dragon simulator but in VR and with a sweeping orchestral score for accompaniment.
Read More'Riders Republic' is an extreme sports MMO from the studio behind 'Steep'
You'll be able to play it on current and next-generation consoles next year.
Read MoreThe 'Scott Pilgrim' game returns this holiday in a 'Complete Edition'
Ten years after its launch on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, Scott Pilgrim vs The World: The Game is back.
Read MoreHow much do you really want to play Far Cry in VR?
Ubisoft takes environmental threats to new highs for 'Far Cry VR.'
Read MoreTwitch makes it easier for esports organizations to hold their own tournaments
Twitch is making it easier for small esports organizers to hold competitions and broadcast them on the website. The platform has launched the beta version of a new end-to-end toolsuite called Versus by Twitch, which gives esports leagues and creators a quick way to create competitions, to manage and accept registrations and to stream them for viewers. "We understand not all competition organizers have the tools or resources needed to host esports tournaments and it's important to us to ensure we're empowering organizers and players of all sizes and skill levels."
Read More'Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War' multiplayer is smooth and slightly neon
Watch our gameplay and read the details about Black Ops Cold War multiplayer.
Read MoreRazer made the gum gamers didn’t know they needed
As a follow up to its focus-sharpening Razer Respawn drink, and to meet an apparent need for fortified gum, the company has rolled out Respawn By 5 gaming gum.
Read MoreColin Kaepernick returns to Madden in 'NFL 21'
After a four-year absence from virtual play, Kaepernick is back in Madden NFL 21.
Read MoreAlto's Adventure devs open a studio focused on 'folk' games
The development team behind the classic snowboarding endless runners Alto's Adventure and Alto's Odyssey have opened a new studio called Land & Sea. Alto lead artist and developer Harry Nesbitt, programmer Joe Grainger and composer Todd Baker have been joined at Land & Sea by producer Jair McBain and narrative designer Jenna Jovi. Land & Sea will continue to work with Snowman on Alto projects while developing other games.
Read MoreEpic built a real-life soundstage for in-game 'Fortnite' concerts
A concert series starts Party Royale this Saturday, but iOS players can't join in the fun.
Read More'PUBG Mobile' will escape India ban by cutting out Tencent
PUBG Corporation says it's looking for ways to bring its mobile apps back to India.
Read MoreInfinity Ward disables all 'Warzone' vehicles after game-breaking bug emerges
Infinity Ward temporarily removed all 'Call of Duty: Warzone' vehicles to prevent a game-breaking glitch.
Read More‘Fall Guys’ will use the same anti-cheat software as 'Fortnite'
'Fall Guys' developer Mediatonic says it's working on a big update that will include the same anti-cheat software used by 'Fortnite.'
Read MoreEA pulls ads from 'UFC 4' replays after widespread complaints
EA has removed ads from 'UFC 4' replays and overlays after gamers complained they were disruptive.
Read MoreTwitch will shut down its live karaoke game on January 1st
Twitch Sings will bid karaoke fans farewell after 2020. The Amazon subsidiary has announced that it's shutting down the live karaoke game on January 1st, 2021, less than two years after it was officially launched. Streamers can play Twitch Sings by choosing one of the game's available songs, giving their fans the power to choose what they should sing or asking friends or fans to join them for duets.
Read MoreHitting the Books: Lessons learned from gaming with the King of Sweden
Video games have come a long way from their dim arcade origins. In his new book, The Dream Architects: Adventures in the Video Game Industry, author David Polfeldt examines both the rise of video games as a cultural and commercial force as well as his own experiences in eventually becoming the Managing Director of Massive Entertainment. In the excerpt below, Polfeldt recalls the time the King of Sweden's staff rang up the Massive offices asking for a tour as well as the realizations His Majesty Carl XVI Gustaf managed to elicit with but a simple question.
Read MoreThe Witcher 3's free next-gen upgrade will include lots of improvements
A next-gen version of 'The Witcher 3' will take advantage of new gaming hardware.
Read More'The Division 2' players can soon fight their way up a 100-floor building
This might be as close as we ever get to a video game version of 'The Raid.'
Read MoreIf 'Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 and 2' is a feast, local multiplayer is dessert
Local multiplayer is the star of the new THPS.
Read MoreMicrosoft fixed several 'Flight Simulator' installation issues
While Microsoft's launch of Flight Simulator 2020 has largely been a success (apart from the odd monolith) lots of folks have found that the massive 150GB app can get stuck during installation. To that end, Microsoft has released a patch that's designed to fix multiple installation issues, along with some minor stability issues.
Read MoreFree-to-play ‘Rocket League’ won’t need PS Plus or Switch Online plans
Xbox Live Gold players, unfortunately, will. Additionally, Rocket League is streamlining its various contests so that Rocket Pass and Tournament, Competitive Seasons all align with one another.
Read MoreThe first 'Avengers' DLC character will be Kate Bishop's Hawkeye
Well, developer Crystal Dynamics has now revealed that two Hawkeyes are actually on the way. The first will be Kate Bishop, a member of the Young Avengers, through a story event called Taking Aim in late October. The Japanese publisher has described Taking Aim as the "first half" of a complete Hawkeye story arc that will introduce Clint in November.
Read MoreAT&T reportedly backs away from selling Warner Bros. Interactive
AT&T has reportedly abandoned a sale that could've netted the debt burdened company as much as $4 billion.
Read MoreInfluential indie studio Vlambeer is shutting down after a decade
One of the most prominent indie studios of the 2010s is closing its doors.
Read MoreNike's new 'League of Legends' range includes special Jordans
Nike is back with a new line of apparel celebrating professional League of Legends. The range includes four new jerseys that will be worn by the teams representing China at the World Championship later this month: Top Esports, JD Gaming, Suning and LGD. Nike took a similar approach last year, giving eventual World Champion FunPlus Phoenix, Royal Never Give Up and Invictus Gaming new uniforms to compete in at the 2019 tournament.
Read MoreStadia needs more games like 'Super Bomberman R Online'
My bomb-dropping dojo is Super Bomberman R Online. It's a timed exclusive on Google's Stadia streaming service, and if you're a Pro subscriber you can pick up the Premium Edition — which adds some special characters and private matchmaking — for free until November 30th. The Premium upgrade will then cost $9.99/€9.99/£9.99, and a complete version of the game will be sold to a la carte Stadia customers for the same price at a later date.
Read MoreAstro explains how its headsets will work with the PS5 and Xbox Series X
You won't need to buy a new headset for your Xbox Series X or PS5 if you already have an existing model from Astro Gaming.
Read More'Pokémon Go' will stop working on old Android and iOS devices in October
Niantic has announced that Pokémon Go will stop supporting devices running Android 5, iOS 10 and iOS 11. For Apple owners, in particular, the game will no longer work on the iPhone 5s and the iPhone 6 even if you install iOS 12 on it.
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Google (41)
Google's 'Hold for Me' Assistant feature appears first on new Pixel phones
Google's new Assistant feature will roll out first on the new Pixel phones, and it listens to the hold music while you do something else, then alerts you once a real human being picks up.
Read MoreHere's everything Google announced at its Pixel 5 event
We break down everything Google announced at its Launch Night event, including the Pixel 5, Pixel 4a 5G, Chromecast and Nest Audio
Read MoreGoogle Photos for Android has a powerful new editor
To start, Google plans to augment its already useful image auto-enhance feature with machine learning algorithms that can further improve those enhancements based on the specific image you're working on. The company is also offering an AI-based lighting feature, dubbed Portrait Light, that can apply varying levels and differing positions of light and shadow to a photo you've already taken.
Read MoreGoogle's latest smart speaker is the $100 Nest Audio
Google's Nest Audio is the latest Assistant-powered smart speaker.
Read MoreGoogle TV is back, and it runs on Android TV
A year after it launched the original Chromecast, Google debuted Android TV with the Nexus Player in 2014. Today, with the new Chromecast, the company is ready to bring back the Google TV name with a new interface built upon Android TV. Google's Launch Night In event, is basically just confirmation of what we already saw.
Read MoreGoogle expands its free Shopping listings to merchants worldwide
It's rolling out Local Services Ads in several European countries too.
Read MoreGoogle may face an antitrust probe in China, too
Google might soon face an antitrust investigation in China on top of the one already happening in the US. The government will reportedly look into charges that Google used its Android dominance to stifle mobile competition, saying it could cause "extreme damage" to Huawei and other Chinese companies.
Read MoreGoogle Meet's 60-minute limit on free calls won't kick in until 2021
Google expanded Meet's availability earlier this year to give more people access to the video chat service in the midst of coronavirus-related lockdowns. The tech giant didn't just make it available to everyone with a Gmail account, though, it also made its premium features accessible at no cost until September 30th. In a post announcing the extension, Meet Group Product Manager Samir Pradhan said Google wants to "continue helping those who rely on Meet to stay in touch" over the holiday season, especially since not everyone can travel to be with their families and friends.
Read MoreSonos sues Google for infringing on five more speaker patents
Sonos is suing Google for allegedly infringing five more of its speaker patents.
Read MoreGoogle will likely win EU approval for its $2.1 billion Fitbit deal
Google is reportedly on track to win EU antitrust approval for its $2.1 billion acquisition of Fitbit.
Read MoreGoogle reportedly plans to ban post-election day political ads
Google will reportedly not run any election-related ads after polls for the US presidential election close on November 3rd.
Read MoreGoogle Fiber customers can now use their own routers
If you're a Google Fiber customer, you were given a router to use with your service when you signed on. Google is changing that, announcing that you'll be able to use whatever router you want with its internet service. According to the company, the router included with service was "chosen to deliver the best performance for your home network with your Google Fiber connection."
Read MoreSomeone bought the new Chromecast and told Reddit all about it
A Redditor managed to buy a Chromecast with Google TV dongle before it was officially announced.
Read MoreGoogle server problems took out Gmail and other services briefly
Gmail, YouTube and other Google services went down briefly for many users on Thursday night, but should be available again now.
Read MoreGoogle wants you to train its AI by lip syncing 'Dance Monkey' by Tones and I
Google is asking users to lip sync 'Dance Monkey' by Tones and I in order to train its AI.
Read MoreYouTube is sharing more ‘authoritative' election info with voters
YouTube points users to 'authoritative' info to combat election misinformation.
Read MoreGoogle's Nest Audio speaker revealed early by Walmart
One of the products Google is expected to unveil at its September 30th event is a Nest Audio speaker. You don't have to wait until that day to confirm that it does indeed have a Nest branding and to see what its packaging looks like, though: Twitter user Marcos Frausto has posted photos of the device's box, which was prematurely displayed in a Walmart. As 9to5Google notes, the box, which looks like most Made by Google product packaging, confirms that the product is named Nest Audio.
Read MoreGoogle Maps now shows you COVID-19 stats
Google has already released a number of COVID-related features on its Maps app, including noting potential transit delays due to the outbreak, the relative busyness of local businesses and tagging the locations of nearby COVID testing sites. On Wednesday, Google announced yet another new feature which will inform users as to whether new cases of the virus are on the rise in the area they want to travel to. Specifically, the company has released a new layer for Maps which displays the seven-day average of new COVID cases per 100,000 people as well as notes whether that infection rate is increasing or decreasing.
Read MoreGoogle Assistant wants to shake up your boring pandemic routine
Google has a new Assistant routine that will remind you of the passage of time as you continue to work from home.
Read MoreGoogle will no longer let developers charge for Chrome extensions
Google will soon discontinue paid extensions for its Chrome browser.
Read MoreGoogle Assistant can control Disney+ on Google smart displays
You can now navigate Disney+ with voice controls on Google Assistant smart displays.
Read MoreThe original Pixelbook is out of stock on the Google Store (updated)
The original Pixelbook is out of stock on the Google Store, suggesting the premium Chromebook's life might be nearing an end.
Read MoreThe latest Chromecast leak shows remote in full detail
Another Chromecast leak gives us a glimpse of the new remote.
Read MoreGoogle really wants you to game on a Chromebook for some reason
Chromebooks aren't exactly gaming machines, but Google is trying to remind you that they're more capable than they have been in the past with a set of announcements this morning. Probably the most intriguing is that Google now has a set of "Works with Chromebook" controllers. Naturally, that includes Google's Stadia controller as well as Logitech's F310 and F710 gamepads.
Read MoreGoogle Drive will start automatically deleting Trash files after 30 days
Deleted Google Drive files will no longer live in Trash indefinitely.
Read MoreGoogle Fiber's two gigabit broadband is almost ready
Google Fiber is about to start testing a new 2 Gbps internet service in two cities with the plan to launch it widely in 2021, the company announced. The plan will cost $100 per month, or $30 more than the current 1 Gbps offering.
Read MoreGoogle's latest attempt at meeting room gear focuses on simplicity
As we begin to consider returning to our offices, Google wants to help make conference rooms more pleasant. The company is announcing Series One meeting room kits today that comprises a soundbar, a pair of cameras, a touchscreen controller, mic pods and a compute unit. Expect more details on when these go on sale in October, when Google's hardware partner on this project Lenovo will have more to share.
Read MoreGrimes, FKA twigs and Twice's Chaeyoung give art talks for Google
After two million people listened to musician Maggie Rogers narrate an ASMRy video about Van Gogh's Starry Night, Google has released a second season of Art Zoom. The project combines the Google Arts & Culture division's photography with wispy narration from musicians, and the first set of videos last year also featured Feist on Bruegel, Jarvis Cocker on Monet and Girl in Red on Edvard Munch. The 1975 frontman Matty Healy gets into Mondrian's abstract art, K-pop group Twice's Chaeyoung narrates Yoo Youngkuk's Mountain, while Grimes covers Bruegel's The Fall of Rebel Angels.
Read MoreGoogle announces September 30th event for Pixel 5 and more
Google announces the date of its upcoming Pixel event.
Read MoreGoogle says it offset all of the emissions it has ever generated
Google eliminates its 'entire carbon legacy' and plans to use only clean energy by 2030.
Read MoreGoogle’s Android dongle may be called ‘Chromecast with Google TV’
Over the past few months, leaked renders and internal listings pretty much confirmed that Google is working on an Android TV dongle codenamed "Sabrina." Now, Artem Russakovskii of Android Police has discovered a listing on Target's retail system that calls the device "Google Chromecast with Google TV" and prices it at $50.
Read MoreA dozen states might join the DOJ's antitrust lawsuit against Google
About a dozen states are reportedly joining the Department of Justice's upcoming antitrust lawsuit against Google.
Read MoreGoogle will remove misleading election-related autocompletes
In the fight against fake news, even a search engine's autocomplete suggestions can create confusion. Google announced today that it's updating its autocomplete policies related to elections, adding that it will "remove predictions that could be interpreted as a claim about participation in the election" as well as "predictions that could be interpreted as claims for or against any candidate or political party." Things that sound like they might be claims about voting methods, requirements or status of voting locations will not be shown either.
Read MoreGoogle’s latest experimental app lets influencers host paid online events
The software promises to care of most of the logistics involved with hosting an online get together.
Read MoreOrion WiFi will connect you to public WiFi when cell coverage is limited
Orion WiFi will seamlessly connect cellular customers to public WiFi when cell coverage is limited.
Read MoreGoogle's phone app can tell you why businesses are calling
The app will soon be available on more Android devices too.
Read MoreGoogle Magenta’s Lo-Fi Player is an AI-based virtual music studio
Google Magenta's Lo-Fi Player lets you create your own lo-fi hip hop tracks by clicking around in a pixelated, 2D room.
Read MoreDOJ may present its antitrust case against Google later this month
The New York Times reports Justice Department lawyers are divided over a push to bring antitrust charges against Alphabet/Google this month, as some worry that moving too fast will help Google's case.
Read MoreGoogle Maps is improving travel ETAs with DeepMind AI
Google Maps' traffic predictions are 50 percent more accurate in some cities thanks to DeepMind's AI.
Read MoreGoogle makes it easier to find local news through Podcasts and Assistant
Google Nest speakers will read you local news, even if it only appeared in print.
Read MoreGoogle Docs is now easier for visually impaired users to navigate
Google is making it easier for visually impaired people to use its Microsoft Office alternatives. The biggest change is a new shortcut — Ctrl+Alt+H on Windows, and CMD+Option+H on Mac — to instantly toggle Braille support in Docs, Sheets and Slides. Finally, Google has changed its software so that images, misspelling and grammatical errors are verbalized "directly by assistive technology," such as refreshable braille displays.
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Laptops (12)
Lenovo's 2-pound Thinkpad X1 Nano features Intel's latest processors
Lenovo has announced its latest addition to the ThinkPad X1 collection: the X1 Nano. For one thing, the newest ThinkPad is powered by 11th Gen Intel Core processors; and at just under 2 pounds (1 kg) it's Lenovo's lightest laptop yet.
Read MoreLenovo's Thinkpad X1 Fold is available for pre-order starting at $2,499
The company says it's 'the world's first foldable PC.'
Read MoreLenovo’s latest ThinkBook 15 has built-in wireless earbuds
Lenovo's new hardware includes the ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 i with built-in wireless earbuds.
Read MoreDell updated its 13-inch XPS laptops with 11th-gen Intel CPUs
The upgraded models will be available in the US and Canada this week.
Read MoreHP's first Intel 11th-gen laptops use recycled ocean-bound plastics
HP's latest 13-, 14- and 15-inch Pavilion clamshell laptops are the company's first to use post-consumer-recycled and "ocean-bound" plastics.
Read MoreHuawei's latest MateBook X looks great, but good luck getting one
The machine is light, powerful, gorgeous and... probably never going to be available to buy in the US.
Read MoreHonor made a 16-inch laptop powered by AMD’s Ryzen 5
The affordable 16.1-inch laptop could be a viable alternative for budget buyers, but it's not without compromise.
Read MoreMSI unveils its first Intel Evo-certified laptop
It also has new gaming and business-focused machines in its lineup.
Read MoreAcer's Spin 7 convertible will support sub-6 and mmwave 5G
The company claims it's the first Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 notebook to do so.
Read MoreAcer updates its Swift 3 and 5 laptops with 11th Gen Intel Core CPUs
They should go on sale in November.
Read MoreASUS' latest ZenBooks feature OLED and 'Intel Evo' designs
ASUS's new lineup of ZenBook feature Intel Evo designs and OLED.
Read MoreAlienware rolls out laptops with 360Hz displays
Alienware is bringing esports-level refresh rates to laptops.
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Meta (33)
Facebook's Accounts Center lets you cross-post to Instagram
You can use it to sign in to both accounts and Messenger at the same time.
Read MoreBiden campaign says Facebook is failing to tackle election lies
The Biden campaign has sent a letter to Facebook accusing it of backsliding on its policies to remove election disinformation.
Read MoreFacebook wants users to be able to set Messenger as the default on iOS
Facebook wants you to be able to use Messenger as the default messaging app on iOS.
Read MoreFacebook critics have formed their own oversight board
They've expressed concerns about the company's formal Oversight Board.
Read MoreFacebook takes down more fake accounts linked to Russian intelligence
book has uncovered yet another network of fake accounts with ties to Russia's intelligence services.
Read MoreFacebook's new benchmarking system asks humans to interrogate AIs
Facebook's AI research (FAIR) lab has taken a new approach to benchmarking: it's putting humans in the loop to help train their natural language processing (NLP) AIs directly and dynamically.
Read MoreFacebook's Oversight Board will begin hearing cases before the US election
Faceboook has confirmed that it's Oversight Board set up to rule on moderation disputes across the company's platforms will begin to hear cases in mid-October, just ahead of the November US elections.
Read MoreFacebook will block ads claiming victory ahead of official results
Contrary to previous reports, a Facebook rep has confirmed that the social media site will not, in fact, allow ads claiming victory for either the Trump or Biden campaigns to run on election night.
Read MoreReport highlights blindspots in Facebook's fight against voting misinformation
A tool that Facebook says can help state officials monitor voting misinformation doesn't give users a complete picture of Facebook activity, according to a report from the Tech Transparency Project (TTP).
Read MoreFacebook takes down Chinese-run accounts that posted about US elections
Facebook has taken down a network of fake accounts that were run out of China and posted about US politics.
Read MoreFacebook prepares for a potentially 'chaotic' election aftermath
Facebook has become the latest tech giant to say its executives are planning for some of the worst case scenarios after the 2020 presidential election.
Read MoreFacebook is testing a tool to let users claim image rights
Facebook's Rights Manager of Images could make it easier for creators to issue takedown requests.
Read MoreFacebook is running a national ad campaign to encourage voting
Facebook is launching a national consumer awareness campaign around voting, with information on registering, a "vote-a-thon" and in-app consumer marketing campaign.
Read MoreFacebook will no longer recommend health groups
Facebook says that groups dedicated to health-related topics are no longer eligible to appear in recommendations.
Read MoreFacebook's Infinite Office is a virtual office space for the WFH crowd
It's called Infinite Office, and it promises to make WFH a lot more immersive.
Read MoreFacebook's first AR glasses are a research project called 'Aria'
Dubbed Project Aria, these smart glasses are more of a research platform than consumer-ready face gadget. As Facebook points out, "Project Aria was designed as a way to help us innovate safely and responsibly.
Read MoreFacebook to stop selling Oculus Rift S next spring as it bets on Quest 2
Oculus Rift S is going to leave store shelves next spring.
Read MoreFacebook’s Messenger and Portal will support third-party AR effects next year
You might already be aware of third-party AR effects on Instagram and Facebook, many of which have become increasingly popular during quarantine. Soon, those effects could be coming to Messenger and Portal as well.
Read MoreFacebook will add fitness-tracking features to Oculus
You'll be able to track how many calories you're burning in 'Beat Saber' in real time.
Read MoreHow to watch Facebook’s Connect keynote today
Facebook will likely show off its new Oculus Quest 2 VR headset at today's Connect event.
Read MoreFTC could file Facebook antitrust lawsuit by the end of this year
The FTC is preparing for a possible antitrust lawsuit against Facebook before the year ends, according to The Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg. If you'll recall, the agency started looking into the social network's purchase of smaller companies like Instagram and WhatsApp last year, shortly after it slapped Facebook with a $5 billion fine over its privacy practices related to the Cambridge Analytica scandal. While the FTC approved those acquisitions, it has the authority to revisit past transactions — in this case, its efforts were part of its investigation on the anticompetitive practices of the tech industry as a whole.
Read MoreFacebook information center will highlight science-backed data on climate change
"Climate change is real," Facebook wrote in a Newsroom post detailing how it's stepping up its fight against climate change. As part of its efforts, the social network has launched the Climate Change Information Center, which will give you access to science-based information from the world's leading climate experts. Facebook modeled the center after its COVID-19 hub that has successfully directed over 2 billion people (so far) to information from health authorities.
Read MoreFacebook Gaming's partnered streamers can now play licensed music
Facebook Gaming has secured partnerships with multiple music labels including Universal, Warner, Sony, BMG, Kobalt and Merlin. For now, the feature is limited to streamers with partner status, though Facebook says it's working on similar access for Level Up creators. "Playing DJ without gaming is a no-no," Facebook explained in a blog post.
Read MoreFormer Facebook employee exposes its inability to stop misinformation
A 6,600-word memo written by fired Facebook data scientist Sophie Zhang shows how widespread political misinformation campaigns are on the platform — and how little the social network is doing about it. According to BuzzFeed News, which has obtained a copy of the internal document, Zhang listed concrete examples of how foreign national governments abuse the platform "on vast scales to mislead their own citizenry." In most instances, political parties use fake accounts to sway public opinion and to discredit the opposition.
Read MoreFacebook leaks its Oculus Quest 2 standalone VR headset
Facebook appears to have leaked its all-in-one Oculus Quest 2 headset, with the company boasting that it will be "our most advanced all-in-one VR system yet."
Read MoreFacebook takes down false claims of extremists starting Oregon wildfires
Facebook has cracked down against false claims extremists started the Oregon wildfires, including removals and warning labels.
Read MoreFacebook launches Campus to keep college kids connected (again)
With a new school year upon us, Facebook is embracing its history with the launch of Facebook Campus, college-only social network.
Read MoreFacebook blocks terminally ill French man from livestreaming his death
Facebook said it would block a terminally ill French man from livestreaming his death, raising questions about its broadcast policies.
Read MoreSome Facebook users are about to start seeing Instagram Stories
Facebook is testing a new feature that allows users to view Instagram Stories from the main Facebook app.
Read MoreFacebook wants its AR glasses to unlock 'perceptual superpowers'
Facebook has been developing its own AR glasses for quite a while now, and a new report from its researchers reveal that the device could feature advanced audio technology. The technology can do that by using the glasses' multiple microphones to capture sounds around you. While the researchers aren't specifically developing the technology for the hard of hearing, the glasses could help those who'd rather not use hearing aids in social situations.
Read MoreFacebook slaps new label on Trump post about mail-in ballots
Facebook's label contradicts Trump's repeated claims that voting by mail is unreliable and susceptible to fraud.
Read MoreFacebook lets users transfer photos and videos to Dropbox
Facebook users can now transfer photos and videos to Google Photos, Dropbox or EU-based Koofr.
Read MoreFacebook will ban new political ads in the week before US elections
Facebook has announced that it will block new political ads a week before US elections, as part of a new campaign to protect the integrity of elections.
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Microsoft (21)
Microsoft thinks remote workers need a 'virtual commute'
Microsoft Teams wants to recreate the daily commute for remote workers.
Read MoreMicrosoft outlines recent Edge browser improvements
In a new post on the Microsoft Edge blog, the browser's Principal PM Lead Kim Denny has outlined how the company made it faster and more efficient over the past few months. PGOs prioritize the most important parts of the code, while LTOs optimize memory usage. Microsoft also introduced improvements to the browser's scroll animation and enhanced how scrolling looks, feels and reacts to your touch in general back in April.
Read MoreMicrosoft is releasing a non-subscription Office suite in 2021
The company has been pushing Microsoft 365 for years now as the main way to get its Office apps.
Read MoreMicrosoft's Project HSD is all about holographic storage for the cloud
Microsoft's Project HSD is exploring holographic storage for cloud computing.
Read MoreMicrosoft licenses the breakthrough natural language AI GPT-3
Microsoft announced that it has "exclusively licensed" OpenAI's sophisticated GPT-3 language model that can generate disturbingly human-like text in applications ranging from commercial bots to creative writing
Read MoreMicrosoft expands App Assure to bring better compatibility to Snapdragon PCs
Qualcomm and Microsoft are teaming up to ensure developers are ready to make their apps compatible with Windows in Snapdragon.
Read MoreMicrosoft gives Outlook for Mac a facelift for Big Sur
Microsoft's big changes to Outlook don't end with an updated iOS app — Outlook's Mac version will also get a major facelift in October, just in time for Apple's macOS Big Sur release. Announced as part of Microsoft's Ignite developer conference, the new Outlook features new icons that more closely tie-in to the rest of the company's apps, along with lots of rounded corners and semi-translucent panels to let whatever's behind the app shine through slightly. In other words, it's all clean, friendly and flat, much like the redesigned Big Sur apps Apple first showed off over the summer.
Read MoreMicrosoft Teams will add breakout rooms and automated meeting recaps
Updates also include automated meeting recaps and custom layouts.
Read MoreMicrosoft Edge on Linux preview is coming in October
Microsoft's Edge browser arrives on Linux as a developer preview in October.
Read MoreMicrosoft says its $22,000 85-inch Surface Hub S2 can help with social distancing
Microsoft's giant Surface Hub 2S display will arrive in January.
Read MoreOutlook for iOS and Android is getting better voice controls
As part of the slew of news from its Ignite conference today, Microsoft announced some changes coming to its Outlook app for iOS and Android. Voice controls are getting expanded so you can dictate short emails or call a contact from the app, in addition to being able to speak search terms as you could do before. You'll also see suggested replies in emails where Microsoft detects a request for a meeting.
Read MoreMicrosoft details its plan to become ‘water positive’ by 2030
Microsoft plans to replenish more water than it uses by 2030.
Read MoreMicrosoft is buying Bethesda, id, Arkane and more studios
Microsoft just bought some of the biggest game studios in the world.
Read MoreMicrosoft releases a final preview for Windows 10's October update
Windows 10's October 2020 update will change how the Start Menu looks, and bring more control to notifications.
Read MoreOracle reportedly wins bid for TikTok as Microsoft officially drops out
Microsoft is officially out of the running to buy TikTok. The company issued a brief statement on Sunday confirming that ByteDance rejected its offer to buy TikTok's US operations.
Read MoreRecommended Reading: Microsoft's Panos Panay on the Surface Duo
Recommended Reading highlights the week's noteworthy writing on technology and more.
Read MoreMicrosoft Teams will bring fans into NFL stadiums virtually
That's certainly better than having completely empty stands.
Read MoreMicrosoft is reportedly working on a midrange Surface laptop
It could cost under $600 and bridge the gap between Surface Go and Surface Pro.
Read MorePentagon says Microsoft still deserves $10 billion JEDI cloud contract
After an internal investigation, the US Department of Defense (DoD) announced that is standing by its decision to award the $10 billion JEDI cloud computing contract to Microsoft and not Amazon.
Read MoreMicrosoft details how it will phase out Flash support in Edge after 2020
Microsoft has outlined how it will end support for Adobe Flash in its Edge browser, and it's a multi-step process with some exceptions.
Read MoreMicrosoft will identify manipulated media with a confidence score
Microsoft is rolling out new tools to combat misinformation, specifically deepfakes.
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The FCC's new anti-robocall rules prevent surprise charges for consumers
Back in March, the FCC ordered all carriers and phone companies to adopt the STIR/SHAKEN protocol by June 30th, 2021 as an effort to combat robocalls. Now, the commission has announced new rules to clarify carriers' obligations regarding the technology's implementation. One of those new rules, for instance, protects consumers from surprise charges.
Read MoreMWC 2021 has been pushed back to late June
The 2020 Mobile World Conference (MWC) in Barcelona was one of the first tech casualties of the COVID-19 pandemic, with the February date canceled after a lot of debate. The next event was ambitiously scheduled for March of 2021, but that event has now been postponed as well. The GSMA, the industry association behind MWC, has announced that it will now be now be held from June 28th to July 1st, 2021.
Read MoreVerizon's $30 Unlimited Plus tablet plan offers 5G access
Verizon (Engadget's parent company) has introduced a new plan for tablets, hotspots, smartwatches and laptops that'll give you access to its 5G Ultra Wideband network, provided you have a device that supports it. The Unlimited Plus plan expands upon the carrier's old Unlimited plan and includes double the LTE data allowance. While the standard Unlimited plan comes with 15GB of LTE data, the Plus version comes with 30GB — it's also just $10 more expensive at $30 a month if you already have an existing smartphone plan with the company.
Read MoreAT&T could offer ad-subsidized phone plans starting next year
AT&T is looking into the possibility of offering cellphone plans subsidized in part by advertisements, company CEO John Stankey told Reuters in an interview. Subscribers will still have to pay the bigger chunk of their bill, but Stankey said he believes there's a segment of AT&T's customer base "where given a choice, they would take some load of advertising for a $5 or $10 reduction in their mobile bill." Stankey didn't go into the nitty-gritty of how the offer would work, but based on what he revealed during the interview, it sounds like AT&T plans to serve individual customers with targeted advertisements.
Read MoreVerizon buys prepaid mobile provider Tracfone for $6.25 billion
The mobile operator Tracfone isn't exactly a household name, but it does have about 21 million customers in the US. (Disclosure, Verizon is Engadget's parent company.)
Read MoreFCC estimates it'll cost carriers $1.8 billion to replace Huawei, ZTE hardware
Restrictions on the companies' equipment have put small providers in a tough spot.
Read MoreT-Mobile details its plan to give free internet to 10 million homes
Last year, T-Mobile CEO John Legere promised to provide free internet for 10 million US homes in an effort to eliminate the "homework gap" — provided its merger with Sprint went through. Now that merger has happened, the combined company has opened up applications for its "Project 10Million" plan and revealed how it will work.
Read MoreVerizon spends big in FCC auction ahead of mid-band 5G launch
Verizon (Engadget's parent company) was the biggest winner in the FCC's recently concluded auction for licenses in the 3.5 GHz band.
Read MoreNiantic creates a 5G supergroup for 'planet-scale AR' experiences
Niantic, the AR specialist behind Ingress and Pokémon Go, has made a telecommunications dream team with some of the world's biggest carriers. The 'Planet-Scale AR Alliance' has been formed with Deutsche Telekom, EE, Globe, Orange, SK Telecom, SoftBank, TELUS and Verizon. Niantic has been building and teasing a "planet-scale" AR platform for some time that will help developers make their own location-based experiences.
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News (33)
UAE plans to put a lander on the Moon by 2024
The UAE's rover will be built on Emirati land, and exclusively by Emirati engineers.
Read MoreThe Arcwave Ion is designed to 'give men a female orgasm'
The company promises a 'female' orgasm with its new toy,
Read MoreRoku’s new $129 soundbar offers Dolby Audio and 4K streaming
A soundbar can be a good addition to your living room if you want to up the audio game of your movie nights. Roku hopes to make the decision easier for most people with its newest audio device, the Roku Streambar. The company launched a couple of smart speakers, a subwoofer and a full-sized soundbar last year.
Read MoreRoku's new Ultra player finally supports Dolby Vision
Roku's Ultra player is finally getting Dolby Vision, along with a load of new speed improvements.
Read MoreRoland's WM-1 turns your instruments into (MIDI) cord cutters
The WM-1 is a combination 2.4GHz and Bluetooth dongle you plug into your MIDI-compatible instrument that allows it to wirelessly communicate with other MIDI hardware.
Read MoreOusted Cambridge Analytica CEO can't run another company for seven years
Cambridge Analytica's former CEO has been banned from running another company in the United Kingdom for seven years.
Read MoreMoog Matriarch and Grandmother synths get retro 'Dark' makeovers
The Grandmother and Matriarch quickly became staples of the modern Moog era when they were released. The Moog Dark Series replaces the bright green, yellow of the original models with serious looking black panels. There's no gaming changing features being added, but there's improved sync and an envelope multi-trig mode for the Grandmother and a few additional enhancements and bug fixes.
Read MoreEchelon made a $500 version of its connected spin bike for Amazon Prime (updated)
For $500, you can get an Amazon Prime-blessed connected spin bike from Echelon.
Read MoreThe Wayback Machine and Cloudflare team up to keep websites online
The Wayback Machine, a project of Internet Archive, allows you to view web pages as they appeared on certain past dates.
Read MorePodcast: Apple Watch Series 6, Oculus Quest 2, RTX 3080 and more!
This week on the Engadget Podcast, we dive into Apple's big event and chat about the Apple Watch Series 6.
Read MoreMasterClass is offering college students a year of courses for $1
You'll need to hurry if you're interested -- the offer expires tonight.
Read MoreiRobot's Roomba i3+ is its cheapest vacuum with a self-cleaning dock
You can control the Roomba i3+ with the redesigned iRobot Home app for iOS and Android that's powered by iRobot Genius.
Read MoreGoPro Hero 9 Black: Everything you need to know
GoPro just announced the Hero 9 Black, and it's a hefty update, here's everything you need to know, including new features, hardware, accessories and price.
Read MoreArturia's PolyBrute is a beastly analog synth with infinite control
The PolyBrute is a six-voice analog beast that combines Arturia's signature mod matrix with its digital effects expertise and a some innovative controls in a true polyphonic instrument.
Read MoreMoog's new coffee table book is filled with tips for synth nerds
'Patch and Tweak with Moog' is a book dedicated to tips, tricks and ideas for the semi-modular Mother family — including the Mother 32, DFAM, Subharmonicon, Grandmother and Matriarch. It's filled with synth history, an inside look at the Moog factory plus interviews with synth icons, musicians and Moog employees.
Read MoreOn wants to rent, rather than sell, its recyclable sneakers
It's expensive, but elite runners can get new shoes every six months without any guilt that they're being wasteful.
Read MoreWalmart Plus signups officially begin today, starting at $98 per year
The new Walmart Plus subscription service that rivals Amazon Prime is available today for $12.95 per month or $98 per year.
Read MoreArlo's wireless doorbell can do direct-to-mobile video calls
To better compete with rivals like Ring, Arlo has launched the Essential Video Doorbell, a wireless version of last year's Video Doorbell.
Read MoreThe EU is testing cross-border COVID-19 contact tracing
Six countries are trialing the system, which should go live next month.
Read MoreWink's smart home platform faces a days-long outage
Wink's smart home platform has been suffering outages for days.
Read MoreTile's new service will offer up to $1,000 if it can't find your stuff
Tile's Premium Protect service will arrive this fall, though a specific date has yet to be announced.
Read MoreWildLeaks: The whistleblowing site for planet Earth
"Really, fuck fuck fuck fuck, fuck" Andrea Crosta tells the driver of the car he just got in. Crosta is the founder of WildLeaks, a whistleblowing site for environmental crime, and he's just aborted an undercover operation with a prominent ivory trader in China. Crosta wasn't alone, and his collaborator's hidden camera was spotted after she conspicuously moved her purse in front of some illegal merchandise.
Read MorePeloton is getting cheaper with new Bike and Tread options
Peloton's got a new, lower-end treadmill and a higher-end bike.
Read MoreFCC chairman cited false broadband data in spite of warnings
FCC Chairman Ajit Pai used false broadband data for progress claims despite staff pointing out problems years earlier.
Read More360-degree virtual tours are easier to make with Insta360 and Matterport
Matterport has added the Insta360 One R camera to the beta release of its Capture app, with full integration due in October.
Read MoreTeenage Engineering's next product is probably a Bluetooth speaker
Teenage Engineering fans, don't look if you don't want the company's next product spoiled for you.
Read MoreRing devices will soon work with Lutron's smart lighting systems
You can set your lights to turn on for a while when Ring devices detect movement.
Read MorePeloton's next treadmill may cost less than $3,000
Peloton is planning to launch a cheaper treadmill and slash the price of its existing bike.
Read MoreRobinhood reportedly facing SEC probe for selling to high-speed traders
The SEC requires brokers to disclose to investors if they use the practice, which is called "payment for order flow." However, Robinhood didn't put the information on its website until 2018, five years after it was founded.
Read MoreBurger King is designing 'touchless' restaurants for the COVID-19 era
Basically every aspect of modern life has been touched by the coronavirus pandemic, and the restaurant industry is probably one that has been most significantly affected. As such, restaurants big and small are thinking about how to make things work for customers in this new reality, and today Burger King announced plans for future restaurants that are focused on modern tech and the car. According to CNBC, Burger King's two new restaurant designs will be as "touchless" as possible, with conveyor belts delivering food to customers, parking bays with solar panels where food will be delivered directly to your car and multiple drive-thru lanes, including one dedicated to delivery drivers.
Read MoreFujifilm's insanely fast f/1.0 lens is the first with autofocus
Fujifilm has unveiled the world's fastest autofocus lens, the XF50mmf1.0 R WR designed for its APS-C sensor X-series mirrorless cameras.
Read MoreEach LED in the new Philips Hue lightstrip can match different colors on your TV
The Philips Hue Play gradient lightstrip can sync with on-screen media for an immersive experience. The 55-inch lightstrip costs $199.99, the 65-inch lightstrip is $219.99 and the 75-inch lightstrip is $239.99.
Read MoreJAXJOX made an interactive fitness studio you can build over time
JAXJOX Interactive Studio is an all-in-one connected interactive studio that consists of a 43-inch touch screen TV, kettlebell, dumbbells, a foam roller and a push up tool.
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Nintendo (21)
Pokémon Sword and Shield's second expansion arrives October 22nd
The second expansion for Pokémon Sword and Shield, "The Crown Tundra" (TCT), will arrive on October 22nd. TCT will take players to a new wintry area of the Galar region named for the expansion's title. The news dropped during a presentation on The Pokémon Company's YouTube channel, which also detailed a new "Galarian Star Tournament" available in the update.
Read More‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ is getting spooky for Halloween
Pumpkins and pine cones, and a Halloween friend called Jack.
Read MoreNintendo just surprised Switch owners by releasing 'Kirby Fighters 2'
Kirby Fighters 2 is now available as a digital download for $20, and as the trailer's voiceover says, it's a Kirby vs. Kirby vs. Kirby vs. Kirby affair.
Read MoreSomeone turned Lego Mario into a controller for 'Super Mario Bros.'
A self-professed hardware hacker found a way to make a Lego Mario figure work as a controller for Super Mario Bros.
Read More'Hades' suddenly lands on Nintendo Switch
The action-RPG is also out of early access on PC.
Read More'Monster Hunter Rise' debuts on Switch in March 2021
There's a certain kind of joy that can only be achieved when you wallop a virtual dragon in the face with a Great Sword, and Nintendo Switch owners are getting another chance to feel it. Capcom confirmed today in a partner-focused Nintendo Direct that Monster Hunter Rise will launch on the Switch on March 26, 2021.
Read More'Ori and the Will of the Wisps' is available today on Switch
A collector's edition bundle of both Ori games is up for pre-order too.
Read MoreWatch the latest Nintendo Direct Mini here at 10AM ET
Nintendo's latest Direct Mini showcase begins at 10AM ET.
Read MoreNintendo has discontinued the 3DS family
Three years after launching the Switch, Nintendo is putting the 3DS out to pasture. Now, it has officially discontinued the family of handheld devices, which used to be wildly popular until the Switch took over as the company's main console. As The Verge reports, Nintendo has posted a notice on the 3DS' UK and Japanese pages that says "The manufacturing of the Nintendo 3DS family of systems has ended."
Read MoreNintendo made a special 'Fortnite' edition Switch
A new 'Fortnite' Nintendo Switch bundle is landing in Europe on October 30th
Read MoreSwitch exclusive 'No More Heroes 3' has been delayed to 2021
Today, developer Grasshopper Manufacture announced that No More Heroes 3, the latest adventure featuring Travis Touchdown, won't be out this year. No More Heroes isn't a juggernaut franchise on the scale of Metroid or Animal Crossing, but the Wii originals have a cult following and the third numbered entry was a much-needed exclusive in the Switch's 2020 lineup. There's still Bravely Default II, but otherwise Nintendo is banking on the aforementioned collection of 3D Mario classics, a port of Pikmin 3, Mario Kart: Live Home Circuit and a new Hyrule Warriors prequel game.
Read MoreNintendo is ramping production to deal with Switch hardware shortages
Nintendo is boosting Switch production again to keep up with high demand during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read More'Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity' is a hack-and-slash 'Breath of the Wild' prequel
'Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity' is set 100 years before 'Breath of the Wild' and will tell the story of the Great Calamity.
Read MoreThe Nintendo Switch goes on sale in Brazil on September 18th
Since 2015, consumers in Brazil have had to either import Nintendo products or buy them from a reseller.
Read More'Super Mario 3D World' gets a second chance on the Switch
Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury will land on the Switch on February 12th, 2021, and just like the original game, you can expect a pronounced focus on playing with others.
Read More'Super Mario Bros. 35' turns the classic platformer into a battle royale
In a surprise Nintendo Direct presentation this morning, Nintendo announced a slew of games celebrating Mario's 35th birthday. One of the most intriguing things on the menu is Super Mario Bros. 35, a battle royale-style reimagining of the original Super Mario Bros. game. Like the Tetris 99 battle royale game Nintendo released last year, Super Mario Bros. 35 doesn't cost anything to play, but you do need a subscription to Nintendo's Switch Online service.
Read MoreNintendo will release a Super Mario Game & Watch for the holidays
$49.99 and you can get a Game & Watch that'll play the NES versions of 'Super Mario Bros.' and original 'Super Mario Bros. 2'.
Read MoreRace tiny, real-life RC cars in 'Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit'
When it launches on October 16th, Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit will let racers steer tiny Mario-themed RC cars around their houses at (relatively) high speeds.
Read More‘Super Mario 3D All-Stars’ comes to Nintendo Switch on September 18th
Nintendo just announced Super Mario 3D All-Stars, a Switch collection of three of Mario's most notable adventures. The package includes Super Mario 64 (the first 3D Mario game, originally released for the Nintendo 64), Super Mario Sunshine (for the Game Cube) and Super Mario Galaxy (for the Wii).
Read MoreJoe Biden's team brings official campaign signs to 'Animal Crossing'
'Animal Crossing' players can now add official Biden-Harris campaign signs to their islands.
Read MoreNintendo now lets gamers cancel Switch eShop pre-orders
Until now, you've been charged for pre-orders when you press the button. Now, Nintendo will take your cash seven days before launch.
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PC Gaming (21)
EA Play joins Xbox Game Pass Ultimate on November 10th
We already knew that Microsoft was adding EA Play as a free perk for Game Pass subscribers. If you have Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, the service -- which normally costs $4.99 per month on console -- will be available on Xbox hardware from November 10th.
Read MoreHow 'Microsoft Flight Simulator' became a 'living game' with Azure AI
Microsoft Flight simulator wouldn't be possible without Azure AI.
Read More'Metal Gear Solid' and other Konami classics come to GOG.com
For the longest time, it was weirdly difficult to play Solid Snake's early outings on PC. The original Metal Gear was released for the MSX2 computer and then, a few years later, MS-DOS and Commodore 64. The first two Metal Gear Solid titles, meanwhile, were released on PC but never available through digital storefronts like Steam.
Read MoreThe first 'Left 4 Dead 2' expansion in years is available now for free
Play 'Left 4 Dead 2' for free on PC this weekend, and enjoy the new community-produced DLC add-on The Last Stand.
Read More'Microsoft Flight Simulator' is getting a Japan-centric update next week
At its Tokyo Games Show event, Microsoft today announced a major free update to Microsoft Flight Simulator. Appropriately, the update adds a lot to the experience of flying in Japan. Six cities, including Tokyo, are getting improved with 3D photogrammetery, more handcrafted Japanese airports are on their way and 20 landmarks throughout the country are also being added in high resolution.
Read MoreEpic Games offers $10 vouchers for redeeming 'Rocket League'
Rocket League has officially gone free-to-play on all platforms including PS4, Xbox One and Switch. Epic Games is keen that you play the rocket-powered-car-football-chaos on PC and Mac, though — and preferably by downloading the game through its own digital store. The best part is that you don't have to download or play Rocket League.
Read More'Amnesia: The Dark Descent' and its sequel go open source
The source code for both Amnesia: The Dark Descent and Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs now is available through GitHub.
Read More'Cyberpunk 2077' won't require a high-end gaming rig
CD Projekt Red has revealed the minimum and recommended specs for the RPG.
Read More'Fortnite: Save the World' will shut down on macOS September 23rd
The PvE version of 'Fortnite' is going away entirely on macOS, and Epic will refund Mac-using players who bought add-ons for the game in the last year.
Read MoreEA kills off Origin with new 'EA Desktop' app
It'll support faster downloads and updates, along with more cross-play features.
Read More'Fortnite' will add ray tracing and DLSS on September 17th
'Fortnite' will get NVIDIA's ray tracing and DLSS tech on September 17th.
Read MoreRiot Games adds to its world of virtual influencers who promote 'League of Legends'
"Seraphine" first appeared on social media in late June, posting selfies to Instagram and tweeting about her desire to "share music and hopefully connect with people." For another, she's dropped League of Legends easter eggs in her posts that have sparked rumors about her association with it. Now, Riot Games has confirmed that she's a "virtual influencer," not unlike the other virtual bands created by the company: True Damage and K/DA.
Read MoreAfter 27 years, 'Doom' and 'Doom 2' get widescreen support
id Software's latest update to Doom and Doom 2 add substantial enhancements to both games.
Read MoreNVIDIA shows off 'Doom Eternal' running on the GeForce RTX 3080
It's one of our earliest looks at the new GPU in action.
Read MoreNVIDIA's Reflex technology promises to reduce input lag on your PC
If you've ever played a competitive shooter, you'll know how much input lag can ruin your match.
Read MoreAlienware introduces its first gaming monitor with a 360Hz refresh rate
Alienware's new gear includes a gaming monitor with a 360Hz refresh rate.
Read More'Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War' will have ray-tracing support
It'll tap into NVIDIA's new low-latency Reflex tech as well.
Read MoreNVIDIA Broadcast app is a simple toolset for streamers
Stay tuned for the app in September.
Read MoreNVIDIA's GeForce RTX 3090 is a $1,499 GPU for 8K gaming
NVIDIA's RTX 3090 is its new Titan killer, with enough power to play games in 8K.
Read More'Fortnite' will soon support ray-tracing and NVIDIA's DLSS tech
The battle royale's about to look much nicer.
Read MoreWatch NVIDIA's RTX 3000 GPU event here at 12PM ET
Check out NVIDIA's special GeForce event today at 12pm ET.
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PlayStation (23)
Peter Parker has been recast in ‘Marvel’s Spider-Man: Remastered’
Developer Insomniac Games says the forthcoming Marvel's Spider-Man: Remastered for the PS5 will be different from the 2018 original in multiple ways. While we could have predicted changes like a higher frame rate and the addition of new spider suits, one change seems out of left field: Peter Parker's face. Peter Parker has been recast, and his face has been redesigned to reflect the new actor.
Read More'Yakuza: Like a Dragon' will be available on November 10th across platforms
Back in May, Microsoft revealed that the upcoming entry to the Yakuza franchise will be an Xbox Series X and Series S launch title. Now, Sega has officially confirmed that Yakuza: Like a Dragon is coming out on November 10th, the same day the next—gen consoles are launching. The game will also be available for the PS4 and for the PC through Steam and the Microsoft Store on the same day, so nobody's getting left behind.
Read MoreGameStop will have more $499 PS5s available to pre-order on Friday
GameStop will have additional PS5 stock available to pre-order this Friday.
Read MoreLive PlayStation 5 photos reveal a truly giant console
A filing has shown Sony's PS5 in live photos for the first time, and it's particularly large -- you'll need to make room for the game console.
Read MoreSony apologizes for botched PlayStation 5 pre-orders
Sony has apologized for a botched PlayStation 5 pre-order process, promising more consoles in the days ahead.
Read MoreSony: We’ll have more PS5s than we did PS4s at launch
Despite rumors to the contrary, Sony will have plenty of PlayStation 5 consoles ready for launch — even more than it did PS4 units, according to Sony Interactive CEO Jim Ryan.
Read MoreTry 'Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War' multiplayer on PS4 this weekend
PlayStation 'Call of Duty' players can join an alpha test of the next game's multiplayer system this weekend.
Read MorePlayStation 5 pre-orders start at Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy
Posts on social media have indicated GameStop locations are doing in-person pre-orders, albeit with very limited availability, while online a couple of retailers have started to offer the console.
Read MoreSome of Sony's own PS5 launch titles will cost $70
Get used to new pricing for next-gen games that will launch at $70, a $10 premium over standard PS4 and Xbox One prices.
Read More'Horizon Forbidden West' is also coming to PS4
Great news for those who don't want to miss Aloy's next adventure.
Read MoreThe PS5 DualSense controller costs $70
Sony revealed prices for the console's other first-party accessories as well.
Read MoreWatch the first gameplay from the 'Demon's Souls' PS5 remake
Vanguard looks more monstrous than ever.
Read MoreMost of the world won't get the PS5 until November 19th
We have not changed the production number for PlayStation 5 since the start of mass production."
Read MorePlayStation Plus Collection gives PS5 owners some of the best PS4 games
Today, Sony announced that PS5 owners with an active PS Plus membership will have immediate access to the PlayStation Plus Collection.
Read MoreSony shows off 'Miles Morales' mayhem, announces PS4 release
Miles Morales follows on directly from the ending scenes of PS4's Spider-Man.
Read MoreThe next God of War will come to the PS5 in 2021
As with past games, it's being developed by Sony's Santa Monica Studios.
Read More'Final Fantasy XVI' will be a PlayStation console exclusive
Sony started its PS5 event with a bang.
Read MoreWatch Sony's PlayStation 5 showcase here at 4PM ET
We could finally get a release date and price for the console.
Read MoreBloomberg: PS5 Digital Edition pricing could dip below $400
Bloomberg's analyst suggests a disc-equipped PS5 could go on sale for $449, but the outlet also reports production slowdowns will result in fewer units than Sony hoped to make.
Read MoreSony will stream a PlayStation 5 games showcase on September 16th at 4PM ET
Sony is streaming a PlayStation 5 games showcase on September 16 at 4PM Eastern, but the question is whether or not it will provide a console release date.
Read MoreAnnapurna Interactive is releasing a PS4 box set with eight games
It includes the first physical PS4 versions of 'Telling Lies' and 'Gorogoa.'
Read More'Minecraft' PSVR support is coming this month
The free update isn't quite ready, so there's no firm release date yet.
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Reviews (56)
The Pixel 5 vs. the competition: Ultrawide cameras all around
We see how Google's new Pixel 5 compares to Samsung and Apple's current flagship offerings.
Read MoreGoogle Chromecast (2020) hands-on: A helpful new remote and Assistant
New remote control A highlight this year is the new remote control, which Google said was "our most requested feature."
Read MoreThe Morning After: We reviewed iOS 14
Our review of iOS 14 is in, and there's also a shoot-out of high-tech hearing aids
Read MoreOwlet's new baby smart sock is finicky yet adorable (like my twins)
Owlet's redesigned infant monitor has a lot going for it (and a few flaws).
Read MoreiOS 14 review: Finally rid of the grid
iOS 14 arrives without any new iPhone hardware alongside it, which means the focus is firmly on the software innovations and changes. There are big changes for your home screen and apps.
Read MoreHigh-tech hearing aids for gadget lovers
These days, hearing aids are becoming more like consumer technology. We take a look at two of the latest and greatest to see which one should appeal to gadget lovers the most.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our first impressions of the Xbox Series X
The Xbox Series X is here, Dell's XPS line got an update and there's a foldable-screen PC.
Read MoreApple Watch SE review: An excellent starter smartwatch
Smartwatches have evolved since the first Apple Watch. The Apple Watch SE might just change that. I don't like wearing a watch to bed, but of all the smartwatches I've tested lately, the Apple Watch SE is the one I minded the least.
Read MoreXbox Series X first look: Fast, powerful and quiet
With load times like these, you'll need to rethink your entire drink-break routine.
Read MoreApple iPad (2020) and iPadOS 14 review
The 2020 iPad is about as straightforward as gadget updates get, but that's not a bad thing. Apple delivered a remarkably well-rounded package for the price, and what it lacks in flashy thrills it makes up for with more consistently competent performance. Meanwhile, iPadOS 14 packs plenty of design tweaks, and gives this basic tablet some of the software tools it needs to shine as an inexpensive productivity machine.
Read MoreReaders compare and contrast the Galaxy S20 lineup
Engadget readers review the Samsung Galaxy S20 lineup.
Read MorePodcast: Our Apple Watch SE review and Microsoft buys Bethesda
This week on the podcast, we dive into just how important Microsoft's Bethesda acquisition actually is. And Cherlynn talks about her thoughts reviewing the Apple Watch SE.
Read MoreTell us all about your Surface Earbuds
Submit your own review for Microsoft's wireless Earbuds!
Read MoreTriumph’s first e-bike is a welcome blend of technology and nostalgia
That's all changed with the Trekker GT, an e-bike designed by the Triumph Motorcycles team in the UK.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy S20 FE is a flagship for people who can't afford flagships
Unlike the last two we've sat through, today's Galaxy Unpacked isn't focused on a pricey new Samsung flagship phone -- instead, the star is a relatively cheap one. (Emphasis on "relatively.") After weeks of spot-on leaks, the Galaxy S20 Fan Edition is here, and for Samsung, this launch couldn't come soon enough.
Read MoreArlo's Essential XL Spotlight camera can go a full year on a single battery charge
Arlo is adding two new models to its affordable Essential series of security cameras.
Read MoreBose's Sleepbuds II address some of our concerns (just not the high price)
You can pre-order Bose next-gen Sleepbuds II beginning today.
Read MoreFitbit Sense review: Basic smartwatch, robust health tracker
Still, the Fitbit Sense is the company's stab at what it calls an "advanced health" device and it's chock full of features to help it meet that promise.
Read MoreiFixit's Apple Watch Series 6 teardown discovers larger capacity batteries
The 40mm model has an 8.5 percent larger power cell than its Series 5 counterpart.
Read MorePetcube Cam is a small, smart way to keep tabs on your furbabies
Petcube makes home cameras designed specifically for animal lovers. The Cam is the latest, smallest and cheapest in the line.
Read MoreJamstik Studio is the MIDI guitar you might actually want to use
Guitar MIDI controllers are usually giant disappointments. But Jamstik seems to have broken the code. The Studio MIDI Guitar has fast and accurate pitch detection, and even does an impressive job of recreating bends, hammer-ons and to a lesser degree slides. MIDI wasn't designed with stringed instruments in mind, so it's never going to be perfect, and the $800 asking price is steep. But, this is probably the best guitar-style MIDI controller on the market right now. Plus, it's actually a guitar.
Read MoreHuami Amazfit Band 5 is a multi-feature fitness watch for only $45
Huami has announced the newest addition to its lineup of Amazfit smartwatch fitness trackers, which are generally less expensive than popular counterparts from Garmin and Fitbit. The Amazfit Band 5 has typical fitness tracker features, such as a pedometer and heart-rate monitor, plus more advanced offerings like a blood oxygen saturation monitor and Amazon Alexa functions, all for $45. The watch's BioTracker 2 heart rate monitor audits your resting heart rate and heart rate zones, and will alert you when your heart rate gets too high, according to a statement from Huami.
Read MoreFully’s Jarvis standing desk is good, but its customer service is even better
It's a great standing desk, but the customer service was above and beyond what I expected.
Read MoreSennheiser CX 400BT review: Great-sounding mid-range wireless earbuds
At $199.95, the CX 400BT aren't a bargain. But they are Sennheiser's most affordable true wireless option.
Read MoreGalaxy Tab S7 and S7+ review: Samsung’s best can’t fix Android’s flaws
Wrap-up As tablets, the Tab S7 and S7+ shine.
Read MoreShare your reviews of Microsoft's Surface Book 3
Write a review of the Surface Book 3 here on Engadget!
Read MoreApple Watch Series 6 hands-on: A few new tricks in a very familiar package
The Apple Watch Series 6 only has a few new hardware tricks, but it doesn't mess with the good stuff. It's available for pre-order now starting at $399.
Read MoreIntel Tiger Lake hands-on: A solid GPU upgrade for ultraportables
We got our first look at Intel's Tiger Lake CPU in action during this hands on with a reference PC.
Read MoreApple Watch SE hands-on: The ‘greatest hits’ wearable
Considering the Watch SE's price and what it offers, it might be the ideal entry point to Apple's wearables.
Read MoreApple iPad (2020) hands-on: A better kind of basic
The 2020 iPad brings more power to the entry-level tablet series. Not much else has changed, however.
Read MoreThe star of Netgear’s first WiFi 6 gaming router is its software
Netgear's first WiFi 6 gaming router lets you fully customize your connection for the best internet experience during a match.
Read MoreOculus Quest 2 review: The $299 VR headset to rule them all
The Quest 2's top strap, meanwhile, is meant to be adjusted frequently.
Read MoreBose turns its beloved QC 35 II headphones into a gaming headset
Bose's first gaming headset is a new take on the QuietComfort 35 II.
Read MoreGoPro Hero 9 Black review: More power, more affordable
The new GoPro Hero 9 Black is here, and we've put it through it's paces. The new front screen, the improved 5K resolution, extra battery life all add up to an impressive camera that grows beyond its action roots.
Read MoreNVIDIA RTX 3080 review: A huge leap for 4K gaming and ray tracing
NVIDIA's RTX 3080 is an absolute beast, delivering solid 4K speeds while also running ray tracing.
Read MoreThe new Apple Watch models vs. the competition: Below the surface
We compare the new Apple Watch models to competing wearables from Samsung.
Read MoreThe iPad Air vs. the competition: Does this new 10.9-inch tablet measure up?
We see how the new iPad Air measures up in specs against rivals from Samsung, Amazon and Microsoft.
Read MoreKano’s first Windows PC is a step toward classroom supremacy
Kano's first Windows 10 machine is a $300 Surface-style tablet. The hardware is good enough, but the bundled learn-to-code software is excellent.
Read MoreSteelSeries' $200 Arctis 9 headset can mix PS4 and phone audio together
The Arctis 9 features both 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connectivity. You can use the latter to pair the headset to your phone and mix in audio from your console or PC.
Read MoreSony's 'budget' A7C fits a full frame sensor in a new, compact body
Shortly after unveiling the high-end, video-oriented A7S III, Sony has gone in a completely different direction with its latest full frame mirrorless camera. The A7C has an all-new compact body with the electronic viewfinder in the corner, so it looks more like the APS-C sensor A6600 model than any other A7-series camera to date.
Read MoreMicrosoft Surface Duo teardown reveals 'refreshingly simple hinge design'
One of the team's most notable findings is that the Duo has a "refreshingly simple hinge design" compared to the ones found in foldable devices on the market today. To be fair, the Duo has two screens whereas devices like the Galaxy Fold and the new Motorola Razr have displays that can actually fold and probably needed a more sophisticated hinge design. The iFixit team has also noted that one of the two batteries is twice the size of the other, but that Microsoft has made them difficult to replace by using lots of glue and screws.
Read MoreShare your memories and reviews of the last iPod Classic
Take a look back at the last of the original iPod models.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 review: Waiting on the world to change
It's the finest foldable I've used yet, and Samsung deserves credit for ironing out many of the issues that plagued the original. The thing you need to keep in mind, though, is that while the hardware is miles better than it used to be, the ecosystem around it still has a long way to go.
Read MorePodcast: Surface Duo review, Xbox Series S and Apple's upcoming event
Devindra and Cherlynn go over what it's like to use the Surface Duo now that reviews are live. Then, UK Bureau Chief Mat Smith joins to discuss Xbox and Apple.
Read More'Immortals Fenyx Rising' is Ubisoft's love letter to 'Breath of the Wild'
"Immortals: Fenyx Rising" is a solid new open world game from Ubisoft, but it also owes a lot to Breath of the Wild.
Read MoreMicrosoft Surface Duo review: An exciting, erratic affair
The Surface Duo is one of the more exciting attempts to straddle that divide. Instead of going for a foldable screen like Samsung, Motorola or Huawei, Microsoft simply connected two screens together. Plus, since the Duo can rotate 360 degrees, it offers a few more orientations, or what Microsoft likes to call "postures," than the Galaxy Z Fold 2.
Read MoreMotorola's 5G Razr is better than the original in almost every way
For one, Motorola squeezed a better camera into the Razr's top half.
Read MoreAmazfit Bip S review: How good can a $70 running watch be?
Engadget reviews the Amazfit Bip S budget GPS smartwatch.
Read MoreAndroid 11 review: An incremental update that needs some polish
And, honestly I found the lock screen controls more convenient. Obviously I haven't used Android 11 long enough for that to happen yet, but I appreciate it in theory. Android 11 is here, three months after the first public beta was released in June.
Read MoreWithings’ ScanWatch is the best hybrid smartwatch I've tried so far
This could be the best hybrid smartwatch ever made.
Read MoreReal users give feedback on the Fitbit Charge 4
Users talk about their experiences with the recent Fitbit Charge 4.
Read MoreArturia's KeyStep Pro is a near-perfect MIDI controller for hardware synths
Arturia's KeyStep Pro successfully marries most of what makes the KeyStep so ubiquitous with the sequencing power of the BeatStep Pro. It's not perfect, especially if you're hoping to use it as the core of a hybrid setup that combines hardware synths with the power of a DAW. But there are few controllers out there with this breadth of connectivity options, especially at the price point.
Read MoreSkullcandy’s Crusher Evo headphones are even better at rattling your brain
Skullycandy's Crusher Evo wireless headphones pack 'more multi-dimensional haptic vibration patterns.'
Read MoreTell us what you think of your classic Nokia 3310
Reminisce about this indestructible phone from twenty years ago on Engadget!
Read MoreVava 4K short-throw projector review: Home theater on a relative budget
You might not have heard of Vava, but its short-throw projector is surprisingly good and priced competitively.
Read MorePanasonic Lumix S5 review: Incredible video power in a smaller package
In the last month or two, Canon and Sony released formidable video-centric cameras that can match the S1 for video, while being considerably smaller than the two-pound-plus S1. Now, Panasonic has responded with the full-frame Lumix S5. It takes nearly everything that's good about the Lumix S1 and puts it into a much smaller and lighter body.
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Robotics (3)
Yale's smart robotic fabric is as flexible as you need it to be
Now a research team out of Yale University has taken the technology one step further with the invention of smart, robotic fabric that can change its shape and stiffness on the fly. The team, led by Dr. Rebecca Kramer-Bottiglio, spun epoxy into fibers that can vary their stiffness thanks to the particles of Field's metal embedded within them. Field's metal is novel in that it liquefies at very low temperatures.
Read MoreBoston Dynamics' robot dog takes an 'evening stroll' in Canada
Now that people can buy their own Boston Dynamics robots, we'll have to get used to seeing them out and about.
Read MoreNeato’s robotic D10 vacuum uses LIDAR-based navigation
Neato's newest robotic vacuum, the Neato D10, uses LIDAR-based mapping technology and a HEPA filter.
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Samsung (7)
Samsung says its Galaxy Z Fold 2 display has the 'world's smallest curvature'
Samsung's OLED display used in the Galaxy Z Fold 2 has the "world's smallest curvature," with a radius of just 1.4mm (1.4R), the company's display division announced.
Read MoreSamsung will stream a ‘Galaxy Unpacked for Every Fan’ on September 23rd
Samsung's upcoming "Galaxy Unpacked for Every Fan" event is clearly hinting at the leaked Galaxy S20 Fan Edition.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy S20 Fan Edition appears headed to the US
Videos on Verizon's website suggest the Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition is headed to the US.
Read MoreSamsung will stop supplying Huawei with phone chips amid US sanctions
Samsung will stop trading with Huawei on September 15th.
Read MoreSamsung's latest Galaxy Book Flex gets 5G and 11th-gen Intel CPUs
The 2-in-1 has a '13MP world-facing camera,' in case that's something you ever wanted.
Read MoreSamsung's Premiere 4K ultra short throw is the first projector certified for HDR10+
In addition, both Premiere models will come equipped with Samsung's Smart TV platform, so viewers can access all the streaming apps they want and take advantage of mobile connectivity features, such as mirroring.
Read MoreWatch Samsung unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 2 in detail with us at 9:40 AM ET
The Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra may already be in the company's rear-view mirror, but today it plans to talk about the new Galaxy Z Fold 2 in much greater detail than it did at Unpacked in August, and we're going to discuss those revelations live as they happen.
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Science (13)
Researchers say they can predict epileptic seizures an hour in advance
Their wearable device uses machine learning algorithms to analyze EEG signals.
Read MoreUK ambulance services are testing a rescue jet suit
The "Iron Man" jet suit we first saw back in 2017 might be less crazy than we first thought. Inventor Richard Browning and his company Gravity Industries have demonstrated that it may be a viable option to get quick medical help to victims in remote areas.
Read MoreHow to tell if the air around us is safe to breathe
In fact, air quality in the US in general has suffered in recent years.
Read MoreThe next US particle accelerator will be built on Long Island by 2031
The Electron-Ion Collider will try and uncover the secrets of how electrons bind themselves together.
Read MoreMIT sleep monitor can track people's sleeping positions using radio signals
A team of MIT researchers has developed a device that can monitor people's sleep postures without having to use cameras or to stick sensors on their body. It's a wall-mounted monitor the team dubbed BodyCompass, and it works by analyzing radio signals as they bounce off objects in a room. As the researchers explained, a device that can monitor sleep postures has many potential uses.
Read MoreCornell's VibroSense makes appliances 'smart' by tracking their vibrations
Cornell University's VibroSense gadget tracks your appliances like Sandworms.
Read MoreResearchers capture the world's first 3,200-megapixel digital photo
Stanford researchers have taken 3,200-megapixel photos, the largest-ever, using sensors that will be part of the world's largest digital camera, according to a SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory blog post. The camera will be installed in the university's Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) telescope in Chile, which will study dark energy, dark matter and create the "largest astronomical movie of all time." You can also see small, dim objects other cameras can't capture -- the resolution is so high that you could see a golf ball from 15 miles away, and the sensors can spot objects 100 million times dimmer than visible with the naked eye.
Read MoreResearchers created a Game Boy that doesn't need batteries
No need to carry around a set of spare AA batteries all the time.
Read MoreElectronic skin reacts to pain like a human
Scientists have developed electronic skin that reacts to pain like humans, potentially leading to smarter prosthetics and robots.
Read MoreHarvard created a wool-like 3D-printable material that can shape shift
Researchers believe it could reduce waste in the fashion industry.
Read MoreAlphabet's Loon balloons are helping scientists study gravity waves
To compile their report, professor Sheshadri and her team used data that Alphabet's Loon balloons collected over 6,811 separate 48-hour periods between 2014 and 2018.
Read MoreDARPA's hypersonic weapons move closer to free-flight testing
DARPA testing is moving forward on two variants of a weapon concept that can travel faster than the speed of sound.
Read MoreFDA approves first automated insulin system for kids
Testing blood sugar frequently and administering insulin as needed throughout the day isn't easy, especially if the individual with diabetes is a young child who can't do it on their own yet. Now, there's an FDA-sanctioned device that could make things easier for parents and caregivers: The agency has approved Medtronic's MiniMed 770G System for use in children aged 2 to 6 with type 1 diabetes. It can be used for individuals 2 years old and above, but it's the first of its kind that can be legally marketed towards kids in that age range.
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Smartphones (30)
Verizon's mmWave version of the Pixel 4a 5G costs $100 extra
Earlier today, Google announced the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G, both of which Verizon (Engadget's parent company) will carry. You can chalk up the price hike on the fact Verzion's version of the phone, the Pixel 4a 5G UW, has additional radios and antennas to take advantage of the carrier's mmWave 5G buildouts. For a $100 more, you can buy the Pixel 5 through Verizon and get a phone with a bigger battery, IP68 water resistance, Qi wireless charging, a 90Hz display and more RAM.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 5 includes 5G and an ultrawide camera for $699
It's October, so despite the weird year we're having, Google is hosting a (virtual) event to show off its latest smartphone, the Pixel 5. As usual, plenty of details about the Pixel 5 leaked in advance, and we also got an idea of what to expect from the Pixel 4a, which arrived this summer. The same style screen is here on the Pixel 5 — as expected, it's a 6-inch, 2340 x 1080 screen that sits between the 5.7-inch display on the Pixel 4 and the 6.3-inch one on the 4 XL.
Read MoreGoogle's $499 Pixel 4a 5G is almost as powerful as the Pixel 5
The Pixel 4a 5G starts at $499 and features the same Snapdragon 765G processor as the $700 Pixel 5.
Read MoreWatch Google’s Pixel 5 event with us here at 2PM ET!
We'll finally get the official scoop on Google's latest leaks and the 5G-enabled Pixel 5.
Read MoreMore inclusive emoji will come to iPhones in iOS 14.2
The new icons have been revealed in the latest iOS beta, and include ninjas, roaches and the transgender flag.
Read MoreMotorola's redesigned 5G Razr goes on sale October 2nd
On paper at least, the new 5G-friendly Razr is a big improvement over the one we reviewed earlier this year, and it's set to hit store shelves very soon. Motorola confirmed today that its revamped foldable will go on sale on October 2nd -- you'll be able to pick one up from Best Buy, B&H, Amazon, and Motorola for $1,200 instead of the usual $1,400 for a while, or from carrier partners AT&T and T-Mobile.
Read MoreThe OnePlus 8 is $100 off ahead of OnePlus 8T launch
OnePlus is gearing up to launch its next flagship in October, so it's no surprise that prices for the existing generation are starting to fall. The OnePlus 8 is currently $100 off on Amazon and the company's own website, with the 128GB model now going for $599 instead of $699. The 256GB configuration is now $699 instead of $799, and this appears to be the only model available on Amazon at the moment.
Read MoreRoyole's FlexPai 2 5G foldable phone costs under $1,500
Royole FlexPai 2 is available for pre-ordering via Royole's website and JD.com, starting from just under $1,500.
Read MoreThe OnePlus 8T will be revealed on October 14th
Since 2016, OnePlus has supported all of its flagship phones with a T-branded model several months later. The OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro were unveiled last April, so right on schedule, the company is preparing a new device called the OnePlus 8T. The OnePlus 8T will follow the OnePlus Nord, a roughly $500 phone that many have called a 'return to the midrange.'
Read MoreiOS 14 picture-in-picture video stops working with YouTube's mobile website (updated)
YouTube's mobile website has stopped supporting iOS 14's picture-in-picture video, shutting out iPhone users.
Read MoreAn upgraded OnePlus Nord could land in the US
Leaked details offer a glimpse of OnePlus' next mid-range Nord phone.
Read MoreSony's Xperia 5 II features a 120Hz display and real-time eye-autofocus
The Xperia 5 II takes plenty of what we loved in the Xperia 1 II and shrinks it down.
Read MoreRazer's Kishi gaming controller is now available for iPhones
Razer has finally released the iPhone—compatible version of its Kishi gaming controller, the Junglecat follow-up it debuted earlier this year at CES. Just like Kishi for Android, which the company launched back in June, this version has a wired connection and doesn't need to be charged. It connects to an iPhone's Lightning port to bring what Razer describes as "console-level control" to iOS devices and supports pass-through charging, so you can play and charge at the same time.
Read MoreMotorola's 5G-capable Edge is $200 off right now
The Motorola Edge drops to its pre-order price of $500.
Read MoreLG teases an ‘Explorer Project’ phone with a slide-out display
LG's second phone could look at lot like TCL's rollable sliding smartphone.
Read MoreEven an idiot can repair a Fairphone
It turns out, even the most screwdriver-averse person can upgrade a Fairphone.
Read MoreLG's Wing 5G is the strangest dual-screen phone we've ever seen
In 2011, it tried to cash in on an extremely short-lived 3D smartphone craze with the Optimus 3D/Thrill 4G. Perhaps inspired by Google's ultimately doomed Project Ara, it released one of the world's only modular smartphones -- the G5 -- in 2016. Here's the idea: When the Wing is closed, it looks like any other big smartphone.
Read MoreAndroid Go 11 squeezes more performance from modern budget phones
Now that Android 11 has dropped, Google has unveiled Android 11 Go Edition with the aim of speeding up entry-level smartphones. Many of the changes are designed to take advantage of improved features on modern budget devices like larger screens, dual cameras, more RAM and extra storage .
Read MoreHuawei’s homegrown Android rival is coming to phones
Huawei will release its own mobile operating system, as well as an open version for other handset makers.
Read MoreThe premium Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is already $200 off
Less than one month after coming out, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is $200 off at Amazon and Best Buy.
Read MoreAndroid 11 is here and brings built-in screen recording at last
Months after the Android 11 beta was released in June, the final version is finally here and ready to roll out to consumer devices.
Read MoreWhat we know about the Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition
Samsung's Galaxy S20 Fan Edition could offer a more affordable flagship in time for the holiday season.
Read MorePoco's X3 is the first smartphone with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 732G
Xiaomi spun out Poco into a separate company earlier this year.
Read MoreMotorola's budget G9 Plus leaks with a 64-megapixel camera and big battery
Motorola's latest leak shows how its budget smartphones are offering pretty decent value. The entry-level Moto G9 Plus (appearing in an Orange Slovakia listing, via Roland Quandt) has four rear cameras including a 64-megapixel main camera, along with a huge 5,000 mAh battery — all for €255, or about $300.
Read MoreQualcomm is bringing 5G to its entry-level Snapdragon 4-series chipsets
Qualcomm plans to scale its 5G tech to entry-level 4-series chipsets.
Read MoreThe Galaxy A42 could be Samsung's cheapest 5G phone yet
Samsung latest phone is a mid-range device with 5G connectivity, a large 6.6-inch display and four main cameras.
Read MoreLG teases a reveal of its dual-screen 'Wing' phone on September 14th
LG set a date to reveal its first true dual-screen phone -- we'll meet the LG Wing on September 14th at 10AM.
Read MoreWatch us unbox Samsung's new Galaxy Z Fold 2 live at 4PM ET
We'll be cracking open a freshly delivered Z Fold 2 and taking questions from straight from our audience. You get some answers and a first look at beautiful new hardware, we get a better sense of what the people want us to focus on as we start working on our review. It's a win-win!
Read MoreThe Galaxy Z Fold 2 will be available on September 18th for $2,000
When Samsung teased its third foldable phone at Unpacked earlier this month, it didn't reveal much beyond quick specs like screen and battery sizes, explaining that more details were coming. Today, the company is sharing all the information about the Galaxy Z Fold 2, which will be available on September 18th starting at $1,999. Samsung explained to press during a briefing that this folding screen will not support the S Pen, so fans of the stylus won't be able to use it here.
Read MoreZTE unveils the Axon 20 5G, the first phone with an under-display camera
Instead, ZTE has achieved what many consider the holy grail of smartphone selfie systems: an under-display camera. You just want to know about the camera, right? Well, ZTE says it built the selfie snapper with five "core" technologies.
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Social Media (44)
Facebook has removed more than 6,500 militia groups and pages
Facebook has removed more than 6,500 pages and groups associated with "militarized social movements."
Read MoreFacebook brings Messenger into Instagram DMs
Facebook will begin incorporating more of Messenger's features into Instagram's in-app chat, including the ability to send messages across the two apps.
Read MoreTwitter will add voice tweet transcriptions following criticism over accessibility
When Twitter launched voice tweets earlier this summer as a way to send more personalized messages, it caught a lot of flack for not including accessibility features. Now, the company said it plans to introduce transcriptions for voice tweets as part of an initiative to promote accessibility within its products.
Read MoreTikTok introduces in-app election guide to fight misinformation
TikTok is adding a 2020 election guide to its app for its US users.
Read MoreJudge temporarily blocks Trump's order banning TikTok downloads
A US judge has ruled that a ban on TikTok ordered by the Trump administration will not go into effect as planned today. The decision means that the app will remain available to Americans for new downloads on Android and iOS stores.
Read MoreTwitter says its test to get people to read articles before tweeting worked
Twitter will start prompting everyone to read before they retweet.
Read MoreEven LinkedIn has Stories now
LinkedIn is the latest platform to embrace the disappearing Stories format.
Read MoreTikTok ask the court to prevent a US ban from taking effect
TikTok is asking the court to step in and stop the Trump Administration's proposed ban from taking effect on Sunday.
Read MoreTikTok bans ads for fasting apps and weight loss supplements
TikTok is introducing a new policy that cracks down on ads that "promote a harmful or negative body image."
Read MoreDoJ asks Congress to limit protections for social media companies
The Department of Justice (DoJ) is asking Congress to adopt a new law that would make Facebook, Google and Twitter liable for the way they moderate content, The Washington Post reports. The legislation would alter the controversial Section 230 so that tech companies would be accountable when they "unlawfully censor speech and when they knowingly facilitate criminal activity online." "For too long Section 230 has provided a shield for online platforms to operate with impunity," Attorney General William Barr said in a statement.
Read MorePinterest lures lifestyle influencers with its own version of Stories
Pinterest is stepping up its efforts to lure influencers to its platform with a new set of Instagram-like features.
Read MoreTwitter makes its ‘biggest push ever’ to encourage voter registration
As part of National Voter Registration Day, Twitter is rolling out new tools to connect US users with voter registration resources.
Read MoreTikTok removed more than 104 million videos in the first half of 2020
TikTok's surging popularity has resulted in more video takedowns. The company's latest transparency report states that it removed 104 million clips during the first six months of 2020. For comparison, the last report — which was published a couple of months ago, but covered July to December 2019 — revealed that roughly 49 million videos were deleted during the latter half of 2019.
Read MoreTwitter has 'more analysis to do' after algorithm shows possible racial bias
Twitter plans to study its algorithm after an experiment showed possible signs of racial bias.
Read MoreTrump approves TikTok deal with Oracle and Walmart 'in concept'
Trump has tentatively approved a deal that would see Oracle and Walmart claim stakes in TikTok as it forms a new company to avoid a US ban.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How social media keeps us clicking
What then happens to our brains on social media?
Read MoreWhat we know about Trump’s ‘ban’ on TikTok and WeChat
TikTok could still avert a shutdown. It's much more complicated for WeChat.
Read MoreTikTok and WeChat will be banned from US app stores on Sunday
TikTok and WeChat will be banned from US app stores starting on Sunday, September 20th, the US Department of Commerce has announced.
Read MoreTwitter steps up account security for politicians ahead of the election
Twitter is giving elected officials and other 'high profile' accounts additional protections.
Read MoreMozilla asks YouTube users to ‘donate’ their recommendations
created a browser extension to help researchers study YouTube's recommendations algorithm.
Read MoreTikTok's woes helped Triller become one of its biggest competitors
Triller just nabbed Charli D'Amelio, one of TikTok's biggest stars. The app has stepped up its efforts to woo creators.
Read MoreTikTok's global headquarters might move to the US to avert a ban
ByteDance will keep the algorithm, but Oracle will control American user data.
Read MoreTwitter adds election hub to elevate 'reputable' news and voting info
Twitter is taking new steps to promote official election information to its users ahead of the 2020 presidential election.
Read MoreYouTube is launching a short-form video format to compete with TikTok
YouTube is launching a new 15-second video format to compete with TikTok and Reels.
Read MoreTo avoid TikTok ban, ByteDance partners with Oracle in the US
The deal will see TikTok partner up with Oracle in the hope of avoiding a ban.
Read MoreFacebook adds 'Watch Together' viewing parties to Messenger
Facebook Messenger introduced "Watch Together," a new feature that allows friends to view TV shows and other content during group calls.
Read MoreTikTok's owner might refuse to sell its algorithm to a US buyer
TikTok's owner, ByteDance, reportedly refuses to sell the recommendation algorithm to any potential US buyer.
Read MoreHow a suicide video on Facebook Live went viral on TikTok
The story of how a suicide video on Facebook Live ended up going viral on TikTok, as well as why such videos are sad but inevitable, and what social networks can do to limit their spread.
Read MoreChinese government reportedly would rather TikTok shut down than be sold
China could throw yet another wrench in TikTok's attempts to secure its future in the US.
Read MoreTwitter bans far-right extremist group the Oath Keepers
The group is one of the US's largest anti-government movements.
Read MoreTwitter plans for the worst with new election misinformation policy
Twitter is ramping up its fight against election misinformation ahead of the 2020 election.
Read MoreHaving lots of followers will no longer help you get Instagram verified
Back in June, during the George Floyd Uprisings, Instagram took a long, hard look at its harassment, verification and content recommendation policies as part of a push to "elevate Black voices." To start, Instagram has created a dedicated Equity team tasked with "better understanding and addressing bias in our product development and people's experiences on Instagram," per a post from Adam Mosseri, Head of Instagram, on Wednesday. To address the site's rampant harassment and hate speech, Instagram is going to the mat.
Read MoreInstagram tests new home screen with tabs for shopping and Reels
Instagram is testing three new looks for its home screen that make Reels and shopping more prominent in its app.
Read MoreTikTok is trying to stop a suicide video from spreading
The episode highlights a significant weakness of TikTok's algorithm.
Read MoreHow TikTok got caught in the middle of a trade war with China
Caught in the middle of a trade war with China, TikTok's future in the US is still uncertain.
Read MorePinterest users won't see ads when they search for election-related content
Pinterest is implementing new policies to limit the amount and spread of misleading information related to the upcoming US presidential election.
Read MoreInstagram replaces Explore with Reels in India
Instagram is giving Reels its own tab in India. TikTok has been banned in the country since June.
Read MoreFacebook didn't actually take down the event page for Wisconsin militia
The event was deleted by its organizers before Facebook took any action against the militia.
Read MoreFacebook limits forwarding on Messenger to fight misinformation
Facebook hopes its Messenger forwarding limit will slow the spread of misinformation.
Read MoreTwitter says two new teams will address its accessibility issues
Twitter vows to make its service more accessible.
Read MoreFacebook and Twitter caught Russian trolls running a literal fake news site
Facebook and Twitter have, again, caught Russian trolls trying to meddle with their platforms.
Read MoreTwitter will pin tweets to explain trending topics
Twitter is adding pinned tweets and descriptions to help users make sense of trending topics.
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Space (23)
Scientists find evidence of multiple underground lakes on Mars
Scientists believe they've found more evidence confirming the presence of a large reservoir of liquid water under the surface of Mars first discovered back in 2018. In fact, they believe they've found three more subsurface saltwater lakes surrounding that main one — a huge discovery, seeing as those lakes are potential habitats for life. The team used data from a radar instrument on the European Space Agency's (ESA) Mars Express spacecraft to investigate the planet's southern polar region.
Read MoreNASA schedules the first Crew Dragon operational flight for Halloween
NASA and SpaceX have set a new launch date for Crew Dragon's first crewed operational flight: October 31st. The SpaceX Crew-1 mission follows the company's successful Demo—2 test flight, which flew astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley to the ISS.
Read MoreNASA wants ideas for keeping Moon missions powered in the dark
NASA is crowdsourcing ideas for energy systems that would keep Moon missions powered, even in the dark.
Read MoreNASA delays its Titan drone mission by another year
NASA is delaying the launch of its Dragonfly drone mission to Titan to 2027 due to the pandemic and other external setbacks.
Read MoreSpaceX's reused rockets will carry national security payloads for the first time
SpaceX's reused rockets will soon carry US national security payloads, starting with a GPS satellite in 2021.
Read MoreSpaceX scales back plans for Starship's first high-altitude flight
SpaceX's Elon Musk now says Starship's first high-altitude flight will top out at 50,000 feet, not 60,000.
Read MoreHitting the Books: The invisible threat that every ISS astronaut fears
"Station, Houston, execute ammonia leak emergency response, I say again, execute emergency response, ammonia leak, this is not a drill!"
Read MoreOSIRIS-REx will attempt its first asteroid sample collection next month
NASA's OSIRIS-REx will touch down on asteroid Bennu to collect space rocks on October 20th.
Read MoreWatch the Blue Origin sensor test that will help NASA land on the Moon (update: scrubbed)
Blue Origin is set to launch its reusable New Shepard rocket on a suborbital mission today (September 24th) and test sensors for a vehicle that could one day land on the Moon.
Read MoreNASA outlines how it will take humanity back to the Moon in 2024
When NASA officially announced the Artemis program last year, it revealed its plans to land the next man and the first woman on the Moon in 2024. Now, the agency has published the Artemis Plan, which details (PDF) how it would take humanity back to the Moon in four years' time. NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine said the agency has "solidified more of [its] exploration plans in recent months" and has "continued to refine [its] budget and architecture."
Read MoreAstronomers detect possible signs of life in Venus's atmosphere
Some astronomers believe phosphine detected on Venus was produced by living microorganisms.
Read MoreJapan will send an 8K camera to Mars and its moons
Japan's JAXA and NHK are sending an 8K camera to Mars and its moons to capture images in unprecedented detail.
Read MoreSpaceX's next Starship prototype will try a 60,000-foot return flight
Elon Musk has revealed that SpaceX's Starship SN8 prototype will have a nosecone and attempt a 60,000-foot return trip.
Read MoreSpace startup Astra's first orbital rocket launch ends prematurely
Rocket startup Astra's first orbital launch bid ended sooner than expected after its vehicle threatened to go off-course.
Read MoreNASA will pay private companies to collect Moon dirt samples
NASA is looking to buy Moon dirt from private companies before its 2024 Moon mission.
Read MoreBlue Origin has been trying to get the hell off this planet for 20 years now
Blue Origin has built three New Shepards to date. (The crew capsule was unharmed; the rocket stage, not so much.) It comes in two variants: a 270-foot-tall two-stage rocket and a 313-foot-tall three-stage rocket.
Read MoreVirgin Galactic's last round of SpaceShipTwo tests begins October 22nd
Virgin Galactic has filed to start the first in a 'final' round of SpaceShipTwo tests on October 22nd, after which it will fly Richard Branson to space.
Read MoreChina says it landed a reusable spacecraft after a two-day flight
China says it has landed a reusable spacecraft after two days in orbit, possibly helping it compete with the US Air Force's X-37B.
Read MoreAfter Math: Fast cars, discount scooters and hopping spacecraft
As the IFA conference winds down and gadget release season heats up, let's take a look at some of the headline highlights of the past seven days. The 1,502HP electrically-driven Ford Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 aims to find out.
Read MoreRocket Lab secretly launched its own satellite designed to go to the Moon
Rocket Lab recently made a successful return to flight and launched a client satellite from its Electron Rocket, but that's not all that happened on the mission. The company also secretly launched its own satellite, called Photon, that could one day fly ambitious deep space missions.
Read MoreSpaceX sends its Starship on a second 150m test flight
SpaceX's latest Starship prototype took flight yesterday in Texas.
Read MoreAstronomers spot a super-rare class of black hole for the first time
"We were able to confirm that this came from a collision of two black holes," Jani said. The individual black holes weighed roughly 85 and 65 times the mass of the sun, respectively.
Read MoreRocket Lab gains FAA approval to launch satellites from US soil
After successfully returning to launch following a failure in July, Rocket Lab has announced that it has received FAA clearance to launch Electron rockets in the US.
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Streaming (49)
Google’s new Chromecast has a proper OS and remote control
Google's original Chromecast is seven years old, and despite multiple iterations since, it still runs the basic Cast interface from 2013. Today, the Chromecast is getting its biggest update, with the introduction of a built-in OS called... Google TV. Because some of Google's retail partners accidentally sold units of the new player, we've already know exactly what to expect.
Read MoreTwitch offers streamers a way to safely use licensed music
Twitch streamers are no strangers to DMCA music claims. Over the summer, the platform acknowledged a flood of takedown requests for older videos, which could've potentially put streamers in jeopardy of consequences under Twitch's content policy. The company has offered a library of free-to-use tunes for years, but using a song from one of today's popular artists could land you in hot water.
Read MoreYouTube TV loses regional Fox sports channels
Starting on October 1st, YouTube TV will no longer have access to Fox regional sports channels owned by Sinclair. If you'll recall, the Google-owned streaming TV service first announced that it would no longer carry Fox Regional Sports Networks back in February, because it was "unable to reach an agreement" with the broadcaster. The two companies were able to arrange an extension that would give subscribers continued access to the channels while hashing out the terms of the deal.
Read MoreWhat's on TV: 'Super Mario,' 'Star Wars: Squadrons' and 'Walking Dead'
This week the new 'Star Wars' game arrives, as well as AMC+ and a new 'The Walking Dead' show. On streaming, there are season finales for 'Raised by Wolves' and 'Ted Lasso.'
Read More‘Batman Unburied’ will be Spotify’s first exclusive DC Comics podcast
Spotify's first DC Comics podcast series will explore the darker side of Bruce Wayne's psyche.
Read MoreSpotify makes it easier to add people to collaborative playlists
Spotify is making it easier to add friends and family to your playlists.
Read MorePeacock's 'Saved By The Bell' reboot premieres on November 25th
Zack Morris is governor of California, which is both surprising and totally logical.
Read MoreDisney+ GroupWatch is now available for subscribers in the US
That's particularly important if you want to use GroupWatch's reactions feature.
Read MoreBillie Eilish documentary hits Apple TV+ and theaters in February
Apple reportedly paid $25 million for the film.
Read MoreRoku is adding Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit to its 4K devices
Roku OS 9.4 will add Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit, along with a slew of other new features.
Read MoreNetflix unveils a 'Resident Evil' CG anime series arriving in 2021
Netflix has unveiled 'Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness,' a CG anime series that will premiere sometime in 2021.
Read MoreAll 45 seasons of SNL arrive on Peacock October 1st
This is the first time all 45 seasons will be available to watch in one place.
Read MoreGet ready for more Spotify podcasts to become TV shows and movies
Need further proof of podcasting's immense cultural value? Earlier this morning, Spotify announced a multi-year deal giving the production house Chernin Entertainment first crack at adapting its podcasts into movies and television shows. "As we continue to expand our content ambitions, we are thrilled to collaborate with Peter Chernin, who, along with his exceptional team, are the perfect partners to help us share these stories with audiences across mediums and around the world," said Spotify Chief Content Officer Dawn Ostroff in a statement.
Read MoreSling's 'Watch Party' group streaming feature works with live TV
Sling TV just launched a "Sling Watch Party" feature in beta, meaning you can now connect with friends and family via video or text chat while you watch live TV together. Sling Watch Party allows customers to invite up to three guests to share a TV viewing experience.
Read MoreSpotify is testing polls to make podcasts more interactive
Spotify will let podcasters survey their listeners with a new poll tool.
Read MoreNetflix cancels 'Dark Crystal' prequel series after one season
Not even an Emmy award could save 'The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance' from Netflix's axe.
Read MoreApple TV+ won its first major Emmy for Billy Crudup in 'The Morning Show'
After winning two Daytime Emmys last week, Apple TV+ took its first major Emmy last night. Billy Crudup won for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series in ATV+'s The Morning Show for his role as network executive Cory Ellison
Read MoreNBC's Peacock is finally live on Roku after tense negotiations
When NBC Universal's streaming service Peacock launched on July 15th, it was available to just about every bit of streaming hardware out there -- except Roku devices. After prolonged negotiations, and even a bit of public acrimony, Peacock is now officially available to Roku users. "We are excited to bring Peacock and its unrivaled catalog to millions of Americans who enjoy entertainment on their favorite Roku devices," said Maggie McLean Suniewick, Peacock' president of Business Development and Partnerships.
Read MoreDeezer's country selector lets you listen to music and podcasts like a local
Deezer is giving subscribers a nifty way to explore the music of different countries and cultures.
Read MoreNBCU's new deal with Roku will bring Peacock to the streaming platform
NBCUniversal and Roku have worked things out so that a Peacock streaming app is coming to Roku-powered devices soon.
Read MoreDC Universe will become a comics-only service on January 21st
DC Universe will become DC Universe Infinite, a comics-only subscription service.
Read MoreComcast may force Roku to drop some NBCUniversal channels
Roku may lose NBCUniversal channels as early as this weekend.
Read MoreSpotify belatedly adds notifications for new podcast episodes
Spotify has rolled out mobile push notifications for new podcast episodes starting today, the streaming app announced in a statement. It's a relatively small development, but one that indicates Spotify is continuing to strengthen its podcast offerings — although it's also playing catch-up to apps that have long had this feature. To take advantage of the feature, go to a podcast's show page on Spotify and click "follow."
Read MoreNetflix made a docuseries based on the hit podcast 'Song Exploder'
The first episodes break down tunes from Alicia Keys, REM and 'Hamilton.'
Read MoreAmazon Music is the latest streaming service to add podcasts
It'll have exclusive shows from hosts like Will Smith, Becky G and DJ Khaled.
Read MoreCBS All Access will be rebranded as Paramount+
ViacomCBS is attempting to wrangle all of its series under a single streaming banner.
Read MoreSpotify will now list virtual events on artist pages
Spotify has clearly noticed this and decided to spruce up the mostly-empty 'On Tour' area that lives on artist pages. Starting today, any kind of virtual event can show up there too. According to Spotify, a "select number of [presumably virtual] Ticketmaster events" will also appear automatically in the On Tour section.
Read More'Console Wars' documentary arrives on CBS All Access on September 23rd
Console Wars details the battle between Nintendo and Sega in the 90s, focusing mostly on the Genesis and SNES era.
Read MoreDisney+ is getting a watch party mode
Some users in Canada can try GroupWatch, which should be available elsewhere soon.
Read MoreVinyl outsold CDs for the first time since the '80s
Streaming now accounts for 85 percent of revenue from recorded music, according to the RIAA.
Read MoreAirTV Anywhere allows you to watch and record local channels remotely
If you're already a Sling TV customer, local programming will be accessible alongside your Sling TV channels in the Sling TV app -- no need for a separate app.
Read MoreNinja has returned to Twitch on a multi-year exclusive deal
He's back where he made his name after leaving for Mixer last year.
Read MoreThe Grammy Museum built a streaming service to share its archives
The Grammy Museum will share its archives on a new streaming service COLLECTION:Live.
Read MoreFunimation partners with VIZ Media to expand its streaming anime catalog
Thanks to the deal, Funimation subscribers can watch shows like 'Megalo Box' starting on September 22nd.
Read MoreYouTube Music will suggest songs to make your playlists even better
You can show off your killer mixes on your profile.
Read MorePeacock is turning a viral ‘Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’ trailer into a series
Peacock signed a two-season deal for a modern-day version of 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.'
Read MoreNetflix merges English and local language programming under one VP
Netflix has streamlined its content team by merging its English and local language original programming under a single head, undergoing a leadership shakeup in the process. Newly-appointed co-CEO Ted Sarandos has named Bela Bajaria, who used to be the streaming giant's VP for local language originals, as VP of global TV. As a result, Netflix veteran Cindy Holland will be leaving in October after 18 years with the company.
Read MoreNetflix, Amazon and Disney+ will self-regulate to avoid censorship in India
Netflix, Amazon and Disney+ have agreed to a self-regulatory code to prevent the Indian government from censoring streaming movies and TV.
Read MoreA 13-episode 'Shenmue' anime series is on the way
'Shenmue' is back, this time as a new anime series destined for streaming on Crunchyroll and cable TV via Adult Swim.
Read MoreYouTube TV adds NFL Network to its core lineup
With football season right around the corner, YouTube TV is making some significant changes to its NFL and general sports coverage.
Read MoreDisney+ confirms subscribers will get 'Mulan' on December 4th
If you don't want to pay $30 extra, then you can still see 'Mulan' on Disney+ starting December 4th.
Read MoreHBO to host ‘groundbreaking’ ‘Lovecraft Country’ VR events
HBO is commemorating the release of its show, Lovecraft Country, in a unique way with a series of three VR events it describes as "first-of-its-kind." As guests with VR headsets experience the events, they will be able to talk and interact with each other through the platform VRChat.
Read MorePrince Harry and Meghan Markle will produce content for Netflix
They've signed a multiyear deal with the streaming service.
Read More'The Mandalorian' season two hits Disney+ on October 30th
The Star Wars series could be a multiple Emmy winner by the time it returns.
Read MoreTwitch's Prime Video watch parties are now available to everyone
It's unsurprising, therefore, that the company wants to make it easier for streamers to host 'Watch Parties' with their most passionate fans. Both the streamer and viewer need an active Prime Video subscription to participate, for instance. Finally, you can't view Watch Parties on a mobile device, though Amazon has promised that it'll be available "in the coming months."
Read MoreMovies Anywhere's lending feature is now available to all US users
Movies Anywhere's Screen Pass feature is out of beta.
Read More'Game of Thrones' duo are making a 'Three-Body Problem' series for Netflix
Rian Johnson is executive producing D.B. Weiss and David Benioff's alien invasion show.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Netflix queues up some free samples
Netflix is giving away a few shows and movies for you to watch, Lenovo's new smart clock brings just the essentials and we have more Apple rumors ahead of its fall iPhone event.
Read MoreWhat's on TV this week: 'Mulan,' 'The Boys,' 'Tony Hawk' and 'NBA 2K21'
.This week Disney+ will sell its first 'premium VOD' movie with 'Mulan.' There's also 'The Boys,' 'NBA 2K21,' 'Marvel's Avengers' and the 'Tony Hawk' remake.
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Tablets (4)
Where to buy Apple's new 8th-generation iPad
There were plenty of rumors about a new iPad Air launching at Apple's event yesterday, but few about a new base-level iPad. According to the product page, the new iPad may not arrive until early October, but you can still place your order now at Apple or other retailers including B&H Photo, Best Buy and Walmart.
Read MoreApple updates the $329 iPad with an A12 Bionic chip
Apple's entry-level iPad stays at its $329 price tag but adds a new, more powerful processor to the mix.
Read MoreApple's colorful new iPad Air looks a lot like the iPad Pro
It comes in fun colors and is the first Apple product with an A14 chipset.
Read MoreTCL fleshes out its mobile line-up with two affordable tablets
The TABMAX's 10.36-inch IPS LCD screen makes it the clear standout here -- like the company's smartphones, the TABMAX uses TCL's NXTVISION image processing to try and crank up detail and saturation.
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Technology (8)
Elektron's Analog Four and Rytm get both design and software upgrades
Elektron's Analog Four MKII and Analog Rytm MKII are both serious high-end instruments. They're $1,399 and $1,699 respectively. But, despite being at the top of the Elektron heap, they've been missing some of the big features that make its more affordable Digi- and Model: lines so exciting.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Tesla's 'Battery Day' is here and Xbox pre-orders start
Just before Xbox Series X pre-orders start, Microsoft announced it's buying Bethesda (and iD, and Arkane Studios). Also, we're preparing for Tesla's Battery Day event this afternoon.
Read MoreThe Morning After: What the app store 'ban' means for TikTok and WeChat
Tomorrow a ban will block new downloads of TikTok and WeChat apps in the US, so what does that mean for users? We'll try to explain, and look back at this week's other major news stories.
Read MoreThe Morning After: What to expect from Apple's event next week
A new iPad and a new Apple Watch are incoming
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on the Microsoft Surface Duo
Engadget's daily tech news bulletin.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Everything Xbox Series X
Engadget's daily tech news bulletin. Are you going to get the new Xbox or the new PlayS
Read MoreThe Morning After: Xbox Series X and Series S prices and release date revealed
Everything you need to know about the new Xbox consoles. Finally, a release date!
Read MoreThe Morning After: Nintendo turned 'Super Mario' into a battle royale
To follow up 'Tetris 99' Nintendo is turning another classic game into a battle royale, and this time it's Mario. Also, Tony Hawk Pro Skater is back and better than ever, while Amazon's new security cameras can run for four years on one set of batteries.
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TV & Movies (11)
Amazon's superhero show 'The Boys' is getting a college spinoff
In the war of the streaming services, killer content is the best ammunition. Amazon's original series The Boys is so popular that not only was a third season ordered before the second season even aired, but a spinoff is also in the works. Executive producers Seth Rogen and Eric Kripke confirmed the news on Twitter, and the spinoff will feature a superhero college run by giant corporation Vought International, according to Deadline.
Read MoreSega is working on another Yakuza movie
If the project makes its way to theatres, it won't be the first film inspired by the Yakuza series to do so.
Read More'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' won't arrive until 2021
Marvel fans awaiting the debut of The Falcon and The Winter Soldier will have to wait a little longer than expected. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier was supposed to be the first official Marvel Studios TV show to debut on Disney's streaming service.
Read MoreAfter Math: Quibi wins some Emmys and Ridley Scott's 'Wolves' is renewed
Not only did Apple reveal a bunch of new wrist-bound and palm-top hardware during its September 2020 Watch event on Tuesday, Sony's Playstation 5 event followed right on its heels with news that the next-gen gaming console (the digital only version, at least) will start at $400, roughly the same introductory price as its Xbox rival. While most folks were reveling in the news that Harley Quinn is returning for a third season of animated antics, Ridley Scott's dystopian sci-fi series Raised by Wolves, has quietly been re-upped for its sophomore season. If you and seven friends have find yourselves in the enviable position of still having you economic recovery checks burning holes in your collective pockets, hoo boy has Aston Martin got the ludicrous luxury item for your to blow them on.
Read MoreHBO Max renews Ridley Scott's 'Raised by Wolves' for a second season
Ridley Scott's creepy android series Raised by Wolves is getting a second season at HBO Max.
Read MoreA reality show wants to send its winning contestant to the ISS
'Space Hero' wants to send a reality TV winner into space, if it can find the money.
Read MoreQuibi wins two Emmys for #FreeRayshawn
The series has 15 10—minute episodes in all, with each one costing Quibi $1 million.
Read More'The Mandalorian' won the first Emmy for Disney+
'The Mandalorian' has already won five Emmys, including the first Emmy for a Disney+ production.
Read MoreAmazon wants a Joe Exotic series starring Nicolas Cage
What's better than one fictional 'Tiger King' spin-off? Two fictional 'Tiger King' spin-offs.
Read More'Star Trek: Discovery' season 3 trailer shows the crew landing in the future
CBS All Access has released the official trailer for the third season of Star Trek: Discovery, giving you a glimpse of what's in store for its characters after they went into a wormhole last season. It shows Commander Michael Burnham and the rest of the USS Discovery crew make a one-way trip and land in an unknown future where the Federation has mostly collapsed. Star Trek: Discovery finished filming for its third season before COVID-19 lockdowns were put in place, allowing CBS to make it available for streaming on October 15th as planned.
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Wearables (32)
Marshall's latest headphones last over 80 hours on a charge
With the Major IV, Marshall extended the battery life to over 80 hours and included wireless charging without increasing the price.
Read MoreXiaomi says its new smartwatch only needs to charge twice a month
With 117 fitness modes, remote camera shutter, heart-rate tracking and blood oxygen level monitoring, the Mi watch does a lot.
Read MoreThe Aura Strap adds new tricks to your Apple Watch
The app, algorithms and user experience all need a little bit more polish.
Read MoreThe London Marathon will go ahead thanks to social-distancing wearables
The organizers of the London Marathon have announced that they will use distance-measuring 'Bump' devices to keep roughly 100 athletes safe as they participate in the men's, women's and wheelchair races. The hardware will also be worn by 500 members of staff that are necessary to carry out the event on Sunday (October 4th). "Tharsus's Bump technology has played an important role, giving our athletes and internal teams extra confidence to engage with the event safely," Hugh Brasher, event director for the London Marathon said.
Read MoreDirac's spatial audio tech will soon be built into wireless headphones
Audio optimization company Dirac has developed a way to integrate is spatial audio tech directly into wireless headphones.
Read MoreFitbit's OS for the Sense and Versa 3 won't come to earlier smartwatches
Fitbit's Sense and Versa 3 smartwatches have a new OS with interface improvements, but it won't be available on older models — not even the Versa 2.
Read MoreRecommended Reading: The new Apple Watch's blood oxygen feature
Recommended Reading highlights the week's noteworthy writing on technology and more.
Read MoreThe next generation of wearables will be a privacy minefield
Amazon and Facebook are poised to gain newfound insights into our emotions. The privacy implications would be enormous.
Read MoreSamsung's newest watches can now take ECG readings in the US
Galaxy Watch 3 and Galaxy Watch Active 2 do so with the Samsung Health Monitor app.
Read MoreGarmin's Venu Sq is another Apple Watch lookalike
Still, for $200, the Venu Sq offers plenty of features that you'll find on pricier competitors like the Fitbit Sense, Apple Watch and Galaxy Watch.
Read MoreReplacing an Apple Watch Solo Loop could be a headache
Good luck replacing your new Apple Watch Solo Loop if it doesn't fit.
Read MoreJabra will add ANC to its Elite 75t earbuds in October
In October, Jabra will release an update for the Elite 75t and Elite Active 75t that adds ANC to those earbuds. And any purchase made afterwards will ship with the feature already loaded.
Read MoreMophie's latest portable battery pack has a flip-out Apple Watch charger
It revealed three new wireless charging stations designed for Apple devices.
Read MorePixel Buds firmware update fixes annoying audio cutout issue
Google fixes another Pixel Buds audio issue.
Read MoreThe first music video shot on Snap Spectacles 3 is a rumination on love
Over the years, we've seen music videos and movies shot on iPhones, GoPros, and even in a few disappointing cases, Google Glass. Long story short, if a gadget has a camera, people will use it to make art, and that streak continues today with a new music video from R&B artist Bosco that was shot entirely on Snap's Spectacles 3. As you might expect, the video -- made to accompany Bosco's single "4th of July" -- is packed to the gills with Snapchat's augmented reality lenses.
Read MoreOculus Quest 2 delivers standalone VR with sharper 90Hz screens for $299
The Oculus Quest 2 looks like a huge upgrade over the original in every way. And it's only $299.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch doesn't come with a power adapter anymore
The Apple Watch doesn't come with a power adapter anymore. Is that the company being environmentally conscious, or just cheap?
Read MoreThe Apple Watch SE costs $279
The Apple Watch SE is a smartwatch that offers most of the essential Apple Watch features, including the same sized screen as the flagship Series 6.
Read MoreApple adds blood oxygen monitoring to the Watch Series 6
Thanks to a new sensor on the Apple Watch Series 6, watchOS 7 will include a blood oxygen monitoring feature.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 6 adds a new sensor and more power in the same size case
The Apple Watch Series 6 features more colors and a new health sensor for blood oxygen monitoring.
Read MoreFitbit gets FDA clearance for its Sense smartwatch and ECG app
Fitbit's Sense smartwatch will be able to detect atrial fibrillation when it arrives in October.
Read MoreUS Border Patrol seized OnePlus Buds as 'counterfeit Apple AirPods'
In what looks like an embarrassing error, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has seized a shipment of OnePlus Buds, believing they were "2,000 counterfeit Apple AirPods.
Read MoreGalaxy Watch Active 2 gets some of the Galaxy Watch 3's best features
They include running analysis, fall detection and smart reply.
Read MoreBose QuietComfort Earbuds offer powerful noise cancellation for $280
When Bose announced its Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 in spring 2019, the company also teased two new true wireless models. Well, it's September 2020 and Bose is finally ready to fully reveal the Noise Cancelling Earbuds 700 and Sport 500 true wireless products. The former are now called the QuietComfort Earbuds — taking on the label of the company's popular noise-cancelling over-ear headphones.
Read MoreBose launches three new sunglasses with speakers for its Frames line
Tempo was made for sports, while Tenor and Soprano are for everyday use.
Read MoreHonor says its new rugged smartwatch has 25-day battery life
The Watch GS Pro is great for outdoor adventure, the ES for people who want their watch to be a fitness coach first, a companion second.
Read MoreTCL's latest true wireless earbuds are a $120 AirPods alternative
TCL's true wireless MOVEAUDIO S200 earbuds will cost less than €100.
Read MoreTCL's latest visor concept hides a movie screen in a pair of shades
The company also showed off a new prototype waterfall display smartphone.
Read MoreQualcomm's adaptive ANC adjusts to changes in earbud fit
However, Qualcomm has a solution that will automatically adjust the ANC levels when the fit of your earbuds changes or with variations in outside noise.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Fit 2 can run for two weeks on a single charge
You won't be charging Samsung's latest fitness wearable frequently.
Read MoreJBL's Club Pro+ true wireless earbuds offer ANC and more for $200
When JBL debuted its Club line of headphones back at CES, the company unveiled both on-ear and over-ear models. The one notable omission was a true wireless option. Inside the My JBL Headphones app, the Stage+ feature offers a collection of audio presets created by "the world's top DJs."
Read MoreSennheiser's CX 400BT are its most affordable true wireless earbuds yet
While some headphone companies have gone all in on true wireless earbuds, Sennheiser has taken a more measured approach. The company has released two versions of its Momentum True Wireless buds thus far, with an improved model debuting back in March. While the MTW 2 offered better battery life, active noise cancellation (ANC) and more reliable controls, it was still $299.95.
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Microsoft is bringing Xbox remote play to iOS
Xbox remote play is officially coming to iOS.
Read MoreSega’s Football Manager heads back to Xbox this fall
After more than a decade, Sega's Football Manager series is heading back to Xbox consoles.
Read MoreMicrosoft makes a last-minute Xbox Series S price cut in Japan
Seemingly out of nowhere, Microsoft has decided to change the price of the Xbox Series S in Japan. Microsoft didn't give a reason for the last-minute change. As our colleagues at Engadget Japan noted, though, the standard Nintendo Switch also costs 29,980 yen.
Read MoreSeagate's 1TB Game Drive for Xbox Series X, Series S costs $220
Xbox Series X and Series S require these 1TB Game Drive expansion cards to add storage for next-gen games, and to get one it will cost you $220.
Read MoreMicrosoft is holding Xbox Series X and S stock for launch day
Microsoft says we can expect more Xbox Series X and S stock on launch day.
Read MoreMicrosoft keeps the same price for its new wireless Xbox controllers
The new Xbox Wireless Controller goes up for pre-order along with the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S tomorrow for $60.
Read MoreThe Xbox's redesigned Microsoft Store is now available to all
Microsoft says the redesigned marketplace is "faster, safer and easier to use than ever before."
Read MoreMicrosoft’s Bethesda deal: Great for Game Pass, troubling for exclusives
Microsoft's ZeniMax Media acquisition is going to make Game Pass a lot stronger. But it could also mean more headaches for console exclusives.
Read MoreXbox remote play is open to everyone on Android devices
The new Xbox Android app can help you set up your Series X/S console.
Read MoreXbox Game Pass has more than 15 million subscribers
They're about to get access to a bunch of Bethesda and EA games.
Read MoreXbox Series X, Series S pre-orders start September 22nd at 11AM ET
Now we know when the Xbox Series X and Series S pre-order availability will start on Tuesday.
Read MoreDTS:X for home theater comes to Xbox One
After releasing its Sound Unbound spatial audio for headphones on Xbox One, DTS is doing the same for home theater systems. The company has just released its Sound Unbound DTS:X home theater support on Xbox One to Xbox Insiders, following testing on the Alpha Ring.
Read More'Minecraft Dungeons' on xCloud has been optimized for touchscreens
Microsoft's long-awaited xCloud game-streaming service officially launches tomorrow with more than 150 games.
Read MoreMicrosoft xCloud will offer over 150 Xbox games when it goes live tomorrow
Microsoft previously said 100-plus titles would be available on day one.
Read MoreAfter Math: Ninja pulls the old 'Twitcheroo'
Just as TV killed the radio star, music streaming has absolutely slaughtered physical media sales. Pressed disc sales accounted for 62 percent of physical media sales in the first half of the year, totaling $232 million.
Read MoreXbox Series S won't apply Xbox One X enhancements to older games
You won't be able to play Xbox and Xbox 360 games in 4K on the Xbox Series S.
Read MoreXbox Series X and S will support Dolby Vision HDR for gaming
Dolby has announced that the upcoming Xbox Series S and Series X will be the first consoles with Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision HDR gaming support. Dolby Atmos 3D surround sound will be enabled at launch, while Dolby Vision HDR gaming is set to arrive in 2021.
Read MoreXbox Series S is all about Game Pass
Microsoft has finally announced its budget next-gen Xbox, the $299 Xbox Series S. That price is appealing, but the cuts to storage and graphical power... not so much.
Read MoreXbox Game Pass for PC will soon double in price
Microsoft has confirmed that the PC version of Game Pass will soon cost $9.99 per month, rather than $4.99 per month. The new pricing makes sense, given that the console version of Game Pass — which is functionally identical, but offers a tweaked library — also costs $9.99 per month at the moment. Unlike the console version, though, Game Pass for PC will soon come with a basic EA Play subscription.
Read MoreXbox Series S is an incredible value for next-gen gaming
For $299, the Xbox Series S offers a ton of value for mainstream gamers.
Read MoreThe Xbox Series X vs. the Xbox Series S: What's the difference?
We compare the specs of the Xbox Series X and the Series S.
Read MoreHere are the Xbox Series S and X games you can play at launch
Even without 'Halo Infinite,' the day one slate is shaping up nicely.
Read MoreAssassin's Creed Valhalla will arrive the same day as the new Xbox consoles
Ubisoft's 'Assassin's Creed Valhalla' will arrive a week earlier than expected.
Read MoreMicrosoft confirms Xbox Series S supports storage expansion cards
You don't need to be stuck with only 512GB of storage.
Read MoreThe Xbox Series S and X will be available on monthly payment plans
Microsoft will offer two-year financing for its next-gen consoles.
Read MoreMicrosoft is adding EA Play to Xbox Game Pass
Today, Microsoft announced that multiple versions of Xbox Game Pass will soon come with EA Play, another subscription service run by a completely different publisher, at no extra cost. Starting "this holiday," anyone with the PC version of Game Pass, which currently costs $4.99 per month, or Game Pass Ultimate, which is $14.99 per month, will also be able to log into the service that was formerly called EA Access and Origin Access. EA Play currently costs $4.99 per month on console and, depending on how many games you want access to, either $4.99 or $14.99 per month on PC.
Read MoreXbox Series X officially arrives November 10th for $499
Microsoft's Xbox Series X is coming November 10th for $499.
Read MoreThe all-digital Xbox Series S comes out on November 10th
After a brief tease this morning, Microsoft revealed a trailer and details about the Series S.
Read MoreXbox Series S is official, tiny and will only cost $299
After a flurry of leaks, Microsoft has been forced to prematurely confirm the existence of a second next-generation console: the Xbox Series S. The company hasn't gone into too much detail — it says that will come "soon" — but it's already said that the slim, white console will deliver "next-gen performance in the smallest Xbox ever," which is saying something when the Xbox Series X is already pretty tiny compared to Sony's rival console. Microsoft has also confirmed the price, which as the earlier leaks suggested will be $299 (or £249 in the UK).
Read MoreXbox Series X will reportedly cost $499 and arrive November 10th
Microsoft revealed last month that the Xbox Series X will arrive in November, just in time for this year's holiday shopping season. The publication's report comes hot on the heels of a leak that shows what the Xbox Series S, which is expected to be Microsoft's cheaper disc-less console, could look like. According to Windows Central, Microsoft will offer a $35-per-month Xbox All Access financing option for the Series X. The publication also confirms that the Series S will cost $299.
Read MoreXbox Series S leak reveals $299 price
Update: The leaks were true: Microsoft has confirmed the Xbox Series S will cost $299 and deliver "next-gen performance in the smallest Xbox ever." Back in mid-August, the packaging of what appeared to be a controller for the Xbox Series S was leaked online, pretty much confirming the existence of Microsoft's long—rumored cheaper next-gen console. Now, we may already know what the device looks like, thanks to another leak by Brad Sams.
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