Atomos Ninja V+ brings 8K ProRes RAW support to Canon's EOS R5
Atomos has introduced a new external recorder/monitor that makes 8K or 4K 120p ProRes RAW recording possible on select mirrorless and pro cameras.
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Bang & Olufsen's Beolab 28 is a $14,750 pair of connected speakers
Bang & Olufsen's latest high-end wireless speakers are equipped mechanical curtains that move to adjust how the speakers project sound.
Read MoreHTC Vive owners can buy parts from iFixit for DIY VR repairs
HTC has teamed up with iFixit to make it easier for its customers to get their VR headsets and accessories repaired.
Read MoreSennheiser's Ambeo soundbar now supports Sony 360 Reality Audio
Sennheiser has rolled out a firmware update for the Ambeo soundbar, which brings Sony's 360 Reality Audio support to the device.
Read MoreAll about Eve: The upstart PC brand struggling to pay back jilted customers
Three years after the first Eve-branded computers went on sale, some customers still haven't received their machines, and attempts to reclaim their money have largely gone unanswered. Now, with a bevy of new products in the works — including a follow-up to that original V PC — Eve seemingly hopes its new customers will forget how much it still owes some of its earliest backers.
Read MoreLogitech launches Combo Touch keyboard cases for the new iPad Pros
Logitech has, quite predictably, released new versions of its Combo Touch keyboard case for Apple's newly announced iPad Pros.
Read MoreBang & Olufsen's latest speaker was designed to look like a book
With a design inspired by a book, Bang & Olufsen's Beosound Emerge is an impressively slim and full-featured speaker.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The end of the line for Harmony remotes
Harmony's universal remotes are fading away, and there's a $699 Optimus Prime robot you should see.
Read MoreLogitech is done making Harmony remotes
Logitech is killing off its line of Harmony remotes, with the remaining devices available only 'while supplies last.'
Read MoreTHX's Onyx is a tiny USB-C headphone DAC that supports master-quality audio
THX's first consumer hardware is a portable USB-C DAC that gives wired headphones a powerful audio upgrade for $200.
Read MoreSonos and IKEA are developing new Symfonisk speakers that hide in plain sight
According to a new report, one of the new devices IKEA and Sonos are working on is a speaker that will double as an art piece.
Read MoreTP-Link's latest WiFi 6 router packs 4.8Gbps speeds at a reasonable price
TP-Link has introduced the Archer AX5400, a WiFi 6 router that promises 4.8Gbps connections at a semi-affordable price.
Read MoreBelkin's new MagSafe-compatible products include a face-tracking iPhone mount
Belkin has launched a bunch of magnetic accessories for the iPhone 12, and the most interesting in the collection is a phone mount with face tracking.
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The EU's proposed AI laws would regulate robot surgeons but not the military
The European Commission has unveiled a sweeping regulatory framework that, if adopted, could have global implications for the future of AI development.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How IBM's metadata research made US drones even deadlier
While the US military may have you in its sights, it might not know who you actually are — even as that wrathful finger of God is called down from upon on high
Read MoreSenators want to block government agencies from buying Clearview AI data
A bipartisan bill would also ban purchases of location data without a warrant.
Read MoreEuropean Commission proposes strict policies to govern AI use
As governments around the world consider how to regulate AI, the European Union is planning first-of-its-kind legislation that would put strict limits on the technology.
Read MoreACLU and 70 other organizations ask DHS to stop using Clearview AI
More than 70 advocacy groups have called on the Department of Homeland Security to stop using Clearview AI's facial recognition software.
Read MoreSony's FlavorGraph uses AI to predict which ingredients will pair together
AI has gone into games and self-driving with mixed success, but now it's trying its hand at cooking.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How biased AI can hurt users or boost a business's bottom line
In 'A Citizen's Guide to Artificial Intelligence,' John Zerilli presents readers with an approachable, holistic examination of both the history and current state of the art, the potential benefits of and challenges facing ever-improving AI technology, and how this rapidly advancing field could influence society for decades to come.
Read MoreRecommended Reading: Painful memories the algorithms won't let you forget
Recommended Reading highlights the week's best long-form writing on technology and more.
Read MoreThis browser game shows the limits of AI emotion recognition software
As you play the game, what you'll notice is that it's easy to fool the software. You can fake a smile to trick it into thinking that you're happy. Ultimately, that's the point of the experience.
Read MoreThousands of US government agencies are using Clearview AI without approval
Buzzfeed News has published what it claims is a database of US agencies that have used the tool, and how many times they used it.
Read MoreHitting the Books: The bias behind AI assistants' failure to understand accents
The age of speaking to our computers as we do with other humans is finally upon us. But as with other long-awaited technologies such as self-driving cars and computer vision systems, voice-activated assistants like Siri and Alexa aren't nearly as revolutionary as we'd hope.
Read More'Lost Tapes of the 27 Club' used Google AI to 'write' a new Nirvana song
While we'll never know what kind of music Kurt Cobain would write if he were still alive today, an AI may provide a glimpse.
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Amazon (27)
Amazon made more profit during the pandemic than in the past three years
Amazon made more profit during the pandemic than in the past three years combined.
Read MoreAmazon to increase the pay of over 500,000 workers amid union battles
Amazon will give workers a pay rise of between 50 cents and $3 as part of an early wage review, the retailer said on Wednesday.
Read MoreAmazon's new range of Fire HD 10 tablets includes Plus and Kids models
Amazon is launching a new range of Fire HD 10 tablets including a kids edition and a new line-up of Fire Kids Pro slates aimed at older children.
Read MoreADT sues Amazon’s Ring over lookalike blue octagon signs
ADT has filed a lawsuit against Ring for using blue octagon signs that look similar to its own.
Read MoreAmazon now offers Key in-garage grocery deliveries in 5,000 cities and towns
Amazon's Key in-garage grocery deliveries are now available to all Prime members in the US.
Read MoreAmazon's cashierless tech could be ready for full-size supermarkets
Planning documents for a Connecticut location include a similar setup to Amazon Go outlets.
Read MoreAmazon is bringing its palm-reading payment tech to Whole Foods stores
Amazon's contactless payments are making a significant expansion to Whole Foods Market stores.
Read MoreAlexa can help you find a COVID-19 vaccination site
Amazon Alexa now helps you find nearby COVID-19 vaccination sites, and call them if you have vaccine questions.
Read MoreAmazon is opening a hair salon with an AR color bar
Amazon is opening its first salon in east London to show off its augmented reality tech and beauty products.
Read MoreUnion says Amazon interfered with Alabama warehouse vote
Amazon beat back a push to unionize in its Bessemer, Alabama fulfillment center thanks to a surprisingly one-sided vote — nearly two-thirds of the facility's workers chose not to join the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union on April 9th. According to a list of objections filed with the National Labor Relations Board late Friday, however, the union argues Amazon won the vote because it "interfered" with the rights of its employees "to vote in a free and fair election; a right protected under Section 7 of the National Labor Relations Act."
Read MoreThe Morning After: Amazon cancels its 'Lord of the Rings' MMORPG
Today's headlines: New York caps the cost of broadband for low-income families, Amazon cancels its Lord of the Rings RPG and two die in Tesla crash with no-one at the wheel.
Read MoreAmazon cancels 'Lord of the Rings' game after contract dispute
Amazon has cancelled its 'Lord of the Rings' game after a contract dispute reportedly soured the project.
Read MoreAmazon delivery drivers may soon assemble furniture and install appliances
Amazon is reportedly preparing to test a service where it would both deliver and installs furniture and appliances for customers.
Read MoreSome Kindle e-readers can now display your current book as your lockscreen
File this one under a feature the Kindle probably should have had since launch.
Read MoreJeff Bezos says Amazon has to treat its employees better
Jeff Bezos is leaving Amazon with 200 million Prime subscribers.
Read MoreAmazon's redesigned Echo Buds offer improved noise cancellation for $120
Amazon's second-gen Echo Buds are cheaper, smaller and offer true active noise cancellation on top of hands-free access to Alexa.
Read MoreFeds charge man with planning to blow up an Amazon data center
The FBI has charged a Texas man with planning to blow up an Amazon data center in Virginia and help 'kill' most of the internet.
Read MoreFirefox will soon stop supporting Amazon Fire TV and Echo Show devices
Mozilla is ending Firefox support for the Amazon Fire TV platform and Echo Show devices starting on April 30th.
Read MoreAmazon warehouse workers in Alabama vote against unionization
Amazon is on track to beat back the historic unionization attempt at its BHM1 fulfillment center in Bessemer, Alabama.
Read MoreAmazon Luna's 720p streams help you play with poor connectivity
Amazon Luna now has a 720p option to make game streaming practical with data caps and slower internet connections.
Read MoreTwitch will ban users for serious offline misconduct
An expanded safety policy targets major safety risks to the Twitch community that emerge offline or on other platforms.
Read MoreRing brings its radar-scanning tech to a floodlight camera
The new floodlight camera lets you see a breadcrumb trail of someone's path to your door.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Federal labor regulators say Amazon illegally fired two employees
Today's headlines: Yahoo Answers is shutting down on May 4th, Federal labor agency says Amazon illegally fired climate activists and someone made a playable, TV-sized Nintendo Switch.
Read MoreZoom now works on Amazon's Echo Show 10
Amazon Chime is also available on the smart display.
Read MoreFederal labor agency says Amazon illegally fired climate activists
Amazon illegally retaliated against two former employees after it fired them for staging climate and workplace safety protests last year, according to federal labor regulators.
Read MoreAmazon apologizes for tweets attacking criticism of working conditions
Amazon has apologized for tweets attacking Rep. Mark Pocan after he criticized the company's working conditions, including drivers who have to pee in bottles.
Read MoreAmazon reportedly explored opening discount stores to offload unsold electronics
Amazon has been examining the idea of opening discount stores or outlets selling unsold electronics and home goods at steep discounts.
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Apple (46)
The EU's Apple antitrust investigation is moving forward
The EU has opened a formal probe into how Apple runs the App Store.
Read MoreiPhone and Mac sales are way up from the start of the pandemic
Apple is still riding high on the tails of a blockbuster quarter, according to a new earnings statement released today. Over the past three months, the company recorded a total of $89.6 billion in revenue — nearly $48 billion of which came courtesy of iPhone sales — and set another quarterly record in the process.
Read MoreRussia fines Apple $12 million for allegedly abusing its App Store dominance
Apple has been fined $12 million by Russia's antitrust regulator (FAS) for abusing its App Store dominance.
Read MoreEU set to charge Apple over anti-competitive App Store policies this week
The EU will reportedly file anti-competitive behaviour charges against Apple later this week over issues relating to its App Store policies.
Read MoreApple's next-gen 'M2' Mac processor has reportedly gone into production
Apple's successor to its M1 Apple Silicon chip could arrive in MacBook computers by the second half of this year, according to a report from Nikkei.
Read MoreThe new iMac's paltry port selection doesn't bode well for the next MacBook Pro
Apple's new iMac has far fewer ports than the model it replaced, and that could be a bad sign for the next MacBook Pro.
Read MorewatchOS 7.4 arrives with an easier way to unlock your iPhone
Meanwhile, macOS and tvOS add support for the latest PlayStation and Xbox controllers.
Read MoreApple releases iOS 14.5 with stricter app tracking privacy
Apple has released iOS 14.5 with stricter privacy, mask-friendly Watch unlocks and a redesigned Podcasts app.
Read MoreApple will build another US campus in North Carolina
Apple plans to invest $430 billion in the US economy over five years after exceeding its previous domestic target.
Read MoreApple faces lawsuit over its iTunes 'buy' button
Apple is facing a putative class action lawsuit for allegedly misleading consumers by telling them they can 'buy' media on its iTunes store.
Read MoreApple's podcast subscriptions are good for business
Now that Apple has provided an easy way for podcasts to make money, will it spur a change in the industry?
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Apple’s AirTags and, yes, the purple iPhone
This week, Cherlynn and Devindra chat with Engadget's Chris Velazco about Apple's AirTags and the new purple iPhone. We dive into what it's like to use the AirTags to find things, and their potential limitations.
Read MoreHow to order Apple AirTags
Here's how to order Apple's AirTags, plus more information on when you can buy the new Apple iMac, iPad Pro and Apple TV 4K.
Read MoreiOS 15 may revamp notifications and the iPad home screen
Apple is reportedly planning to give iOS 15 significant upgrades to notifications, the iPad home screen and the lock screen.
Read MoreMac owners in the US can now extend their warranty beyond three years
The ongoing coverage will continue to renew annually until a customer cancels it.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Meet the new iMacs, iPad Pros and Apple TV 4K
Apple revealed new PCs and tablets but didn't stop there. Check out the AirTag locators and a new Apple TV with a redesigned remote.
Read MoreThe new Apple TV 4K arrives with HDMI 2.1, Thread wireless tech
The new Apple TV has HDMI 2.1 and a new type of mesh networking technology built-in.
Read MoreHere’s everything Apple announced at its ‘Spring Forward’ event
Apple's first keynote of 2021 saw the company cover a lot of ground, announcing something new in almost every product category it offers.
Read MoreApple is bringing Touch ID to the new iMacs
This marks the debut of Touch ID in Apple's desktop line.
Read MoreApple’s new iPad Pro has an M1 chip, Thunderbolt and 5G support
Apple just revealed new versions of its 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro today, and as expected, they're shaping up to be the most powerful pair of tablets out there right now.
Read MoreThe new Apple TV 4K gets a revamped remote and A12 Bionic chip
At its Spring Forward event, Apple announced a new Apple TV 4K streaming box, its first since 2017.
Read MoreApple's colorful new iMacs feature a sleeker design and the M1 chip
Apple's M1 chip is finally making its way to iMacs, along with a slew of other long-awaited upgrades.
Read MoreApple will launch podcast subscriptions next month
Apple is adding paid subscriptions to its Podcasts app, so podcasters can charge listeners for content directly through the app.
Read MoreApple's AirTag tracks your items for $29
The fobs can be customized with engravings of characters, letters and emoji. An Hermes edition will also be available, and the regular versions will cost $29 each when they arrive on April 30th.
Read MoreWatch Apple's 'Spring Loaded' event right here at 1PM ET
Apple is holding its 'Spring Loaded' virtual event at 1PM ET, and you can watch it here.
Read MoreApple will allow Parler back onto the App Store
Proposed updates to the app and moderation practices were sufficient enough for Apple.
Read MoreApple says selling new iPhones without power adapters will save 861,000 tons of metal
The company highlighted carbon capture and energy efficiency in its 2021 Environmental Progress Report.
Read MoreSan Francisco's Clipper transit card gets iPhone and Apple Watch support
The Metropolitan Transportation Commission has launched support for Clipper, Bay Area's all-in-one reloadable transit card, on the iPhone and the Apple Watch.
Read MoreApple Fitness+ is adding workouts for pregnant women and seniors
Apple is making Fitness+ even more accessible with workouts specifically designed for pregnant women and older adults.
Read MoreApple starts $200 million fund to remove CO2 by restoring forests
Apple has launched a $200 million Restore Fund to capture CO2 by reviving forests.
Read MoreAn Australian company helped the FBI unlock San Bernardino shooter's iPhone
The FBI tapped an Australian company to help it unlock the San Bernardino shooter's iPhone 5C.
Read MoreApple begins studying whether the Watch can predict COVID-19
Apple has launched a study that could determine if a Watch or iPhone can predict COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses.
Read MoreEpic announces billion-dollar funding round ahead of Apple trial
Sony has increased its stake in the company with a $200 million investment.
Read MoreApple confirms April 20th launch event, new iPads and Macs expected
Mark your calendars, friends: Apple has just sent out invitations for a launch event on April 20th at 10:00 AM Pacific/1:00 PM Eastern, where the company is expected to pull back the curtain on a slate of refreshed tablets and PCs.
Read MoreSiri says Apple will hold a special event on April 20th
Apple's virtual assistant Siri seems to have let slip the official date of its upcoming event where it's expected to reveal a new iPad pro.
Read MoreApple ditches its ‘far beyond HDR’ claim for the Pro Display XDR in the UK
The Advertising Standards Authority reportedly asked the company to stop using the phrase.
Read MoreApple is reportedly working on a speaker with Apple TV built in
Apple is reportedly developing two smart home devices with premium audio features.
Read MoreApple's upcoming iPad Pro could be scarce due to next-gen display shortages
Apple plans to introduce a Mini LED display on its flagship 12.9-inch iPad Pro, but the suppliers of that tech are apparently experiencing poor manufacturing yields.
Read MoreSenators criticize Apple's refusal to testify in hearing on app store rules (updated)
Apple appears unwilling to take part in an upcoming hearing the Senate plans to hold on anti-competitive app store practices.
Read MoreApple and Epic lay out strategies for their upcoming court battle
Apple and Epic have outlined their arguments in a lawsuit over App Store policies and competition.
Read MoreMacBook and iPad production could face delays due to global chip shortage
Apple has delayed the production of some MacBook and iPad models due to the global chip shortage affecting the electronics and automotive industries, according to Nikkei Asia.
Read MoreApple's Find My app officially works with non-Apple devices
Apple is expanding its Find My network to include third-party devices.
Read MoreApple opens Find My to third-party testing
The software allows MFi (Made for iPhone) licensees to test their hardware for use on Apple's Find My network.
Read MoreThere's a way to upgrade an M1 Mac's memory and storage
Technicians say it's possible to upgrade the RAM and SSDs on M1 Macs, if only with a lot of skill — and you're guaranteed to void your warranty.
Read MoreThe next Apple TV may support 4K 120Hz gaming
The next Apple TV model might support 120Hz refresh rates, presumably at 4K.
Read MoreApple begins showing Russian iPhone owners state-approved apps during setup
Apple has been forced to show Russian iPhone users a recommended list of local apps following the implementation of a new law.
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A multi-skin toned handshake emoji is coming in 2022
The handshake emoji is finally getting multi-skin support.
Read MoreGoogle's new Play Store rules target misleading app listings
Google is enforcing new Play store policies designed to crack down on misleading and inaccurate app store listings.
Read MoreLocker Room will relaunch as Spotify Greenroom
CEO Daniel Ek announced the rebranding during the latest episode of the company's For the Record podcast.
Read MoreThis web app uses computer vision to teach you the ASL alphabet
Fingerspelling.xyz is a web-based experience that takes advantage of computer vision software to make the process of learning the ASL alphabet fun and easy.
Read MoreCoinbase now lets US users pay for cryptocurrency through a PayPal account
Starting today, PayPal users in the US can link their accounts to Coinbase to make it easier to buy digital currencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum and Litecoin.
Read MoreSpotify makes it easier to navigate your library on the go
Today, Spotify is finally modernizing its experience with a completely redesigned Your Library section, which will start rolling out to Android and iOS users over the next week.
Read MoreTelegram is launching a video conferencing feature in May
The service initially planned to switch on the feature last year.
Read MoreSpotify's new music player debuts in Facebook apps on iOS and Android
Spotify's music and podcast player will let you listen to audio from posts without leaving Facebook's iOS or Android apps.
Read MoreZoom's Immersive View puts up to 25 people inside one virtual background
Zoom is launching Immersive View, a new feature that can assemble up to 25 participants in front of the same virtual scene.
Read MoreWeather and news are coming to the Windows 10 taskbar
The tool creates a shortcut on the taskbar that allows you to check the weather, as well as catch up on the latest news, sports scores and stock prices.
Read MoreVenmo built crypto trading into its payments app
PayPal-owned payments company Venmo is rolling out the ability to buy and sell cryptocurrency to users.
Read MoreChrome 90 will let you share links to highlighted text
Google has started rolling out a feature for Chrome 90, which will allow you to create a link that takes people straight to the part of a page you highlighted.
Read MoreFitXR's VR fitness club offers multiplayer workouts with a monthly subscription
FitXR is becoming a VR fitness club, with multiplayer. Could it replace real gyms?
Read MoreMicrosoft Edge Kids Mode rolls out in the US
We learned in February that Microsoft was testing a Kids Mode for its Edge browser — as of today, it's now available for English users in the US.
Read MoreOBS streaming app adds native support for NVIDIA's noise-removal tech
The AI-powered tool gets rid of unwanted background noise.
Read MoreRode Connect app simplifies recording multi-host podcasts on one PC
Recording a podcast with multiple guests on one PC is surprisingly difficult. Rode Connect makes it ridiculously easy -- if you don't mind buying one of their microphones.
Read MoreDiscord blocks adult NSFW servers on its iOS app
Those communities are still available on Android and other platforms.
Read MoreThe FCC wants to know how fast your internet connection is
The FCC has had a speed test app since 2013, but under Acting Chair Jessica Rosenworcel it's asking that more Americans download and use the software.
Read MoreSpotify rolls out its own hands-free voice assistant on iOS and Android
You can ask the app to play a song, artist or playlist after saying 'Hey, Spotify.'
Read MoreAmazon Music for iOS and Android has a simplified Car Mode
It has streamlined controls and custom presets for playlists, stations and albums.
Read MoreeBay's app will soon use image recognition to automate listing trading cards
eBay is making it easier and much faster to list individual cards to its platform for sale.
Read MoreYahoo Answers is shutting down on May 4th
Pour one out for one of the web's oldest Q&A websites.
Read MoreApple Arcade adds over 30 games and a 'greatest hits' section
Apple Arcade has expanded to 180-plus games, including a mix of App Store classics like 'Monument Valley' and 'Fruit Ninja.'
Read MoreGoogle brings back the compass widget to Maps on Android
After a lengthy absence, Google is bringing back the compass widget within Maps on Android.
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Big Tech (24)
Former Netflix CTO convicted for taking bribes
A former Netflix VP has been convicted of taking bribes from suppliers worth more than $500,000.
Read MoreSnap's latest diversity numbers are almost unchanged from last year
Snap published its second-ever diversity report, which confirms the company is still overwhelmingly white and male.
Read MoreYou can now book a COVID-19 vaccine through Uber
You'll also be able to reserve a rental car and have a valet drop it off.
Read MoreDoorDash offers restaurants more flexible commission rates
Paying a lower rate shrinks the delivery area and bumps up customer delivery fees.
Read MoreFoxconn drastically scales back plans for $10 billion Wisconsin factory
After promising 13,000 new jobs in the state, Foxconn will only create 1,454 positions.
Read MoreComcast takes another step toward '10G' with test of a multigigabit chip
If you can't get a fiber connection, DOCSIS 4.0 and '10G' could be your route to multigigabit speeds for uploads and downloads.
Read MoreTesla's solar panels and Powerwall batteries are becoming a package deal
Elon Musk said that starting next week, if you want a Tesla solar setup, you'll have to order a Powerwall battery too.
Read MoreAdobe co-founder Charles Geschke dies at 81
Adobe co-founder Charles Geschke has died at 81, leaving behind a major legacy in creative software through PDFs and PostScript.
Read MoreTwitter will study ‘unintentional harms’ caused by its algorithms
Twitter announced a new plan to study the fairness of its algorithms with the "Responsible Machine learning Initiative."
Read MoreAT&T will launch a 'digital learning platform' with WarnerMedia content
AT&T says it's planning to launch a connected learning platform with WarnerMedia.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Both Apple and Samsung have launch events planned for April
Today's headlines: Both Apple and Samsung announce launch events for April, the first major PS5 update will roll out starting today and Microsoft's new 'Modern' accessories include its first webcam in years.
Read MoreWatch NVIDIA's GTC keynote in 17 minutes
Come for Jensen's hair, stay for all of NVIDIA's chip announcements.
Read MoreIntel wants to make chips for automakers to help with the global shortage
Intel has laid out a plan to help automakers dealing with the global semiconductor shortage that has left companies like GM canceling production shifts.
Read MoreUber says March was its biggest month ever
According to The Wall Street Journal, Uber had a record March, with gross bookings hitting their highest-ever level in the company's history. Uber also said that demand has recovered faster than driver availability — something that means you might be paying a surge price or waiting a little bit for a car when you need one.
Read MoreUber, PayPal and Walgreens set up a Vaccine Access Fund
Anyone can donate and help to cover the cost of rides to COVID-19 vaccination sites.
Read MoreAlibaba hit with $2.8 billion fine in China antitrust case
Chinese authorities have slapped Alibaba with a $2.8 billion fine after finishing an anti—trust investigation that looked into alleged monopolistic practices.
Read MoreBest Buy's $200 Amazon Prime rival offers tech support and free installs
Best Buy has started piloting a $200 membership program meant to rival Amazon Prime and Walmart's own take on a subscription service.
Read MoreTesla refunded customers who were charged twice for their cars
The Tesla customers who were charged twice for their EVs did get their money back, eventually.
Read MoreTesla takes to Chinese social media to ease local spying fears
Tesla is using its Chinese social media page to assuage local spying fears after its cars were banned from the country's military facilities and select state-owned companies.
Read MoreUK launches new watchdog to govern the dominance of Big Tech
The UK has launched its Digital Markets Unit, a new watchdog tasked with ensuring that the likes of Facebook and Google cannot abuse their power to block out competitors.
Read MoreYelp makes it easier to support Asian-owned businesses
Yelp is making it easier to support Asian-owned businesses with an opt-in label that identifies restaurants and shops.
Read MoreSony's LED Bravia TVs with 'cognitive intelligence' start at $1,299
Sony has unveiled its first LED models with the Cognitive Processor XR that are more reasonably priced than the OLED models.
Read MorePinterest is reportedly in talks to acquire VSCO
NYT sources claim Pinterest and VSCO could team up.
Read MoreIntel's plan to get back on track
Intel unveiled its plan to get the company back on track. including taking contract manufacturing jobs, and a massive $20 billion investment in building new factories.
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Business (1)
United Airlines unveils plan to fund more sustainable jet fuel made from trash
(Reuters) -United Airlines said on Tuesday it has partnered with global firms including Nike Inc and Siemens AG in an "Eco-Skies Alliance" to finance use this year of about 3.4 million gallons of low-carbon, sustainable aviation fuel derived from trash. Though tiny compared with the 4.3 billion gallons of jet fuel that United consumed in 2019 prior to the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the amount triples the roughly 1 million gallons of sustainable fuel it has used each year since 2016. Airlines have used sustainable fuel since 2008 as part of efforts to reduce outright emissions, but so far this represents barely 1 percent of the fuel used worldwide, industry groups say.
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Buying Guides (42)
Apple's new 11-inch iPad Pro is already $50 off at Walmart
Walmart knocks $50 off Apple's new 2021 11-inch iPad Pro, bringing it down to $749.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: 40 percent off Amazon's Echo Dot and more
This week's best tech deals include $20 off Amazon's Echo Dot, up to $200 off Samsung's Galaxy S21 smartphones, and $40 off Star Wars Instant Pots.
Read MoreStar Wars Instant Pots hit all-time low prices ahead of May the 4th
Williams Sonoma's Star Wars-branded Instant Pots have gone on sale on Amazon at some of the steepest discounts we've seen.
Read MoreRoku's Streambar falls to $100 at HSN
You can now pick up a Roku Streambar at HSN for $100, a $30 discount and one of the best prices we've seen yet.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 6 price falls again to a new low of $249
The Apple Watch Series 6 Product Red edition is now down to $249 at Best Buy, marking an all-time low for the bestelling smartwatch.
Read MoreSamsung's excellent Galaxy Buds+ are $50 off right now
Save big on Samsung's Galaxy Buds+ true wireless earbuds at Amazon and Best Buy.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch Series 6 falls to an all-time low of $299
The Apple Watch Series 6 is currently available for $100 less than its original price at Amazon and Best Buy.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy S21 smartphones are up to $200 off at Amazon
Save big on Samsung Galaxy smartphones at Amazon -- the Galaxy S21 Ultra is $200 off right now.
Read MoreSony's WH-1000XM4 wireless headphones return to record low of $278
Amazon's latest headphone sale knocks $72 off Sony's WH-1000XM4 headphones.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Watch 3 models are up to 38 percent off
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 3 is now on sale for $150 off including LTE models.
Read MoreAmazon drops the price of its latest Echo Dot to $30
Amazon is selling the newest Echo Dot for $30 as part of a limited-time sale.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Picking the right mirrorless camera in 2021
All the new Apple hardware, drones making oxygen on Mars and more.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: $100 off the Mac Mini M1 and more
This week's best tech deals include $100 off the Apple Mac Mini M1, $100 off the latest MacBook Air M1 and 20 percent off the Google WiFi system.
Read MoreThe 2020 iPad Pro is at an all time low as 2021 pre-orders open
The 12.9-inch 2020 iPad Pro with LTE is now on sale for $1,000, or $250 off the regular price -- the best deal we've seen yet.
Read MoreApple's 256GB MacBook Air M1 is down to an all-time low at Amazon
Apple's MacBook Air M1 is down to an all-time low price on Amazon for both the silver and space grey models with 256GB storage.
Read MoreThe latest Google mesh WiFi system is 20 percent off at Adorama
Google's mesh WiFi system is 20 percent off at Adorama, bringing it down to $160.
Read MoreFitbit trackers and smartwatches are at all-time low prices
You can now pickup Fitbit's Sense smartwatch for $249, the cheapest price we've seen yet.
Read MoreAmazon's Fire HD 8 and Blink Mini camera bundle is $75 for today only
Amazon is offering its Kindle Fire HD 8 tablet and Blink Mini security camera bundle for $75 as part of a limited time deal.
Read MoreApple's 512GB Mac Mini M1 returns to a record-low $800 at Amazon
Apple's M1 Mac Mini with 512GB storage has returned to a record-low $800 price at Amazon.
Read MoreiRobot's Roomba i7+ with clean base is $200 off at Wellbots
Save big on iRobot's Roomba i7+ and i9+ robot vacuums at Wellbots.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: $20 off Google's Nest Audio and more
Here are this week's best tech deals, including $20 off Google's Nest Audio smart speaker and more than $50 off Apple's AirPods Pro.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Buds Pro hit all-time low of $165 at Woot
Samsung's Galaxy Buds Pro earbuds are on sale at an all-time low, while the Galaxy Buds+ have also been reduced.
Read MoreApple’s AirPods Pro fall to $197 at Amazon
You can get a pair of Apple's AirPods Pro for $197 right now from Amazon, where it's on sale for $52 lower than its original price.
Read MoreAmazon's Fire TV Stick Lite is on sale for $20 for Prime members
Amazon knocks the price of the Fire TV Stick Lite streaming dongle down to $20 for Prime members.
Read MoreVizio's rotating Elevate soundbar is $220 off at Wellbots
Vizio's high-end Elevate soundbar is 22 percent off at Wellbots.
Read MoreFacebook's Portal+ smart display is on sale for $200 right now
Save big on Facebook's Portal+ smart display at QVC, where you can get it for 29 percent off.
Read MoreGoogle's Nest Audio smart speaker is 20 percent off across the web
Google's Nest Audio is on sale for $20 off at many online retailers, including Best Buy and Walmart.
Read MoreApple's iPad mini drops to $345 at Amazon
Save big the iPad mini -- Apple's tiny tablet is $55 off at Amazon right now.
Read MoreDJI's Osmo Pocket gimbal camera is 46 percent off at B&H Photo
Save big on DJI's Osmo Pocket gimbal camera at B&H Photo.
Read MoreAmazon's rotating Echo Show 10 drops to a new low price of $200
Amazon is offering its premium Echo Show 10 smart screen for $50 less as part of an all-time low deal on the Alexa-powered device.
Read MoreApple's 512GB MacBook Air M1 falls to an all-time low on Amazon
Amazon is currently offering the 512GB MacBook Air with Apple's latest M1 chipset for $1,149.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: Over 50 percent off Beats' Solo Pro headphones and more
Here's a list of the best tech deals from this week, including more than 50 percent off Beats' Solo Pro headphones and the lowest price ever on Apple's MacBook Air M1.
Read MoreGoogle's Nest Thermostat is the cheapest it's ever been
Amazon has a new deal on Google's latest Nest Thermostat that cuts $30 off its original price.
Read MoreThe best baby monitors for your home nursery
Here's a list of the best baby monitors for your home nursery, as reviewed by Engadget editors.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The best wireless headphones you can find
We're lining up the best wireless headphones we can find, and looking at Best Buy's Amazon Prime rival.
Read MoreEufy's two-camera baby monitor kit is $50 off again at Amazon
Eufy's popular baby monitor kit is back down to its lowest price
Read MoreSamsung's new Galaxy Chromebook 2 is already $100 off
Save $100 on Samsung's new Galaxy Chromebook 2 laptop at Samsung and Best Buy.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch Series 6 is down to $320 on Amazon
Amazon is selling the Apple Watch Series 6 Product Red edition smartwatch at an all-time low price of $320.
Read MoreApple's 128GB 10.2-inch iPad is back to an all-time low at Best Buy
The 128GB 10-inch iPad is back to $380 on Best Buy, $50 less than its original price of $430.
Read MoreBeats Solo Pro wireless headphones drop to $145 on Woot
Save more than 50 percent on the Beats Solo Pro wireless headphones at Woot.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: $50 off Apple's MacBook Air M1 and more
Here's a list of the best tech deals from this week that you can still get today, including $50 off Apple's MacBook Air M1 and $40 off Amazon's Echo Show 10.
Read MoreApple's Magic Keyboards for iPad are cheaper than ever on Amazon
Save big on Apple's Magic Keyboard for iPad -- both the 11-inch and 12.9-inch models are at record low prices.
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Computing (11)
The Morning After: New WiFi 6E routers are starting to go on sale
New WiFi 6E routers are going on sale, with prices that start at $500 and go up from there.
Read MoreLinksys' first WiFi 6E routers are now available to buy
Linksys has launched its first WiFi 6E-certified systems.
Read MoreTP-Link's latest WiFi 6 mesh system starts at $280
TP-Link has unveiled the Deco X68, a tri-band WiFi-6 mesh router system with reasonable pricing and several improvements over the Deco X60 WiFi 6 model.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: NVIDIA bets big on ARM, Surface Laptop 4 arrives
This week, Cherlynn and Devindra chat about NVIDIA's massive GTC developer conference. It turns out ARM chips are going to be a much bigger deal for NVIDIA! Also, they discuss the recently announced Surface Laptop 4 and Microsoft's new family of accessories.
Read MoreDJI unveils the Air 2S drone with 20-megapixel camera
The Mavic Air 2's replacement offers more megapixels and a larger sensor for superior photo credentials.
Read MoreAMD unveils its first Ryzen 5000 CPUs with built-in graphics
AMD has unveiled its first Ryzen 5000-series chips with built-in graphics, and it's promising a leap in performance over Intel equivalents.
Read MoreNVIDIA unveils pro-level Ampere GPUs for workstations
NVIDIA isn't letting gamers have all the fun. Today at its GTC conference, the company announced its next round of professional-focused graphics cards, based on the Ampere architecture first scene with its RTX 30-series GPUs.
Read MoreNVIDIA's Grace, its first datacenter CPU, is another major threat to Intel
Just like Apple did with its M1 chip, NVIDIA is taking on Intel directly with its own Arm-based CPU.
Read MoreWatch NVIDIA's GTC 2021 keynote here at 11:30AM ET
NVIDIA is holding its GTC keynote at 11:30AM ET, and it's poised to share news on graphics, self-driving car technology and more.
Read MoreBiden's first budget proposal would fight chip shortages with US factories
The Biden White House's first budget proposal includes funding for domestic manufacturing to tackle chip shortages.
Read MoreUS blacklists Chinese supercomputer organizations over military support
The US Commerce Department has put seven Chinese supercomputer organizations on its Entity List for contributing to China's military.
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Cybersecurity (20)
Dashlane's $24 Essentials plan lets you to access your passwords on two devices
Password manager Dashlane has introduced a new essentials tier to its pricing structure.
Read MoreEU approves rules for rapid takedown of online terrorist content
Platforms will have an hour to remove such material or face possible fines.
Read MoreReport: Russia 'likely' kept access to US networks after SolarWinds hack
Russian intelligence 'likely' still has access to US networks after the SolarWinds hack despite attempts to close vulnerabilities, according to sources.
Read MoreDutch politicians were tricked by a deepfake video chat
Dutch parliament members were fooled into holding a video call with a deepfake impostor pretending to be Alexei Navalny's chief of staff.
Read MoreThe Pentagon gave a company control of 175 million IP addresses
The US military has given a Florida company control over 175 million IP addresses in an unusual bid to spot security vulnerabilities.
Read MoreSupreme Court asked to review case against border device searches
The ACLU and EFF have asked the Supreme Court to hear a challenge against warrantless phone and laptop searches at borders, including airports.
Read MoreSignal hacked Cellebrite's phone hacking software used by law enforcement
After the cellphone hacking company Cellebrite said it had figured out a way to access the secure messaging app Signal, Signal said that it's turning the tables.
Read MoreApple supplier is the latest target of a $50 million ransomware hack
Apple's key MacBook supplier, Quanta, is the target of ransomware hackers threatening to leak Mac blueprints
Read MoreData-scraping tool can link millions of Facebook profiles to email addresses
A security researcher shared a video with Vice, Ars Technica and others, showing how a tool can match email addresses to Facebook profiles in bulk — even if the users chose to keep their email details hidden from the public.
Read MoreSamsung SmartThings update helps prevent unwanted tag-based tracking
Samsung has unveiled an update to its SmartThings platform that includes Bixby voice control and a clever new feature that can detect if someone is tracking your location.
Read MoreHackers stole driver's license numbers from Geico's website
Geico has filed a data breach notice with the California attorney general's office, admitting that fraudsters had stolen customers' driver's license numbers from its website.
Read MoreManager of prominent Fin7 hacking group sentenced to 10 years in prison
The manager of a hacking group known as Fin7 has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for his role in an international cybercrime operation that targeted US banks and retailers.
Read MoreUS investigates code testing hack that could affect thousands of companies
The US is investigating a hack at Codecov that could affect thousands of companies, including Proctor & Gamble and GoDaddy.
Read MoreGoogle's Project Zero will wait longer before disclosing security flaws
Google's Project Zero security team will wait an extra 30 days before disclosing vulnerability details so end-users have enough time to patch software.
Read MoreUS expels Russian diplomats in response to SolarWinds hack
The US has expelled Russian diplomats and imposed new sanctions in response to the SolarWinds hack and election interference.
Read MoreIreland's data privacy agency opens investigation into Facebook data leak
Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) is investigating the recent leak of a Facebook user dataset that dates back to 2019.
Read MoreWhat would the internet look like without third-party cookies?
With recent news about Google committing to disabling third-party cookies in Chrome, it seems like the internet as we know it is about to undergo a seismic shift — at least behind the scenes. What will it look like?
Read MoreThe FBI got a court order to delete backdoors from hacked Exchange servers
An FBI operation accessed Microsoft Exchange Servers remotely, causing hacker-installed web shells to delete themselves.
Read MoreSorry, judges, encrypted chat is not like a private thought
A judge recently claimed that encrypted messages are similar to private thoughts. We, and the FBI, bed to differ.
Read MorePersonal data for 533 million Facebook users leaks on the web
A database of personal info for 533 million Facebook users has leaked on the web, including phone numbers.
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Entertainment (2)
How Hainbach tackled 'the Dark Souls of synthesis'
The composer and YouTuber on his test equipment-based album and virtual instrument 'Landfill Totems.'
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EVs and Transportation (58)
London City is the first major airport to control air traffic via a digital tower
London City Airport has become the first major international airport to launch a remote air traffic control system.
Read MoreElectrify America will expand its EV chargers to four more states by early 2022
The network will soon cover 47 states and the District of Columbia.
Read MoreFord, BMW and Honda cut production due to global chip crisis
Car makers Ford, Honda and BMW have reportedly joined tech companies Apple and Samsung in flagging production cuts caused by the global chip shortage.
Read MoreGM's Ultium Charge 360 project provides access to almost 60,000 EV plugs
The first Ultium-ready EV charging sites are now live in three states.
Read MoreUK says 'self-driving' cars could be allowed by the end of 2021
The UK government has announced that basic self-driving cars with automated lane-keeping system (ALKS) could arrive on British roads by the end of 2021.
Read MoreFord announces plans for two EV battery facilities
Ford's new Ion Park facility in southeast Michigan will test and develop new battery technologies for the company.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Tesla's record car sales, despite COVID-19
Today's headlines: Tesla built, sold and shipped more vehicles in this last quarter than ever before, Apple releases iOS 14.5 with stricter app tracking privacy, and Zoom's Immersive View crams up to 25 people inside one virtual background.
Read MoreFord's premium Mustang Mach-E GT EV starts at $59,900
Ford has revealed more information about the features and performance of its Mustang Mach-E GT and GT Performance Edition along with the all-important pricing.
Read MoreTesla built, sold and shipped more vehicles in this last quarter than ever before
Elon Musk took a break from his SNL prep on Monday to host Tesla's Q1 2021 investor earnings call and let the journalists who had tuned in know all about the company's stellar start to the start of the new year.
Read MoreLyft is selling its self-driving unit to Toyota for $550 million
Lyft is offloading Level 5, its internal autonomous vehicle development team.
Read MoreLuminar will bring its LiDAR tech to Airbus planes and helicopters
The companies hope to 'ultimately enable safe, autonomous flight.'
Read MoreWhy Elon Musk's first Loop is, and isn't, as silly as you think
The Loop here is designed to solve a specific problem.
Read MoreHonda aims to shift car sales entirely to EVs by 2040
The automaker also revealed plans for an EV platform called e:Architecture.
Read MoreVolkswagen's ID.4 will race in the Mexican 1000 Rally
When the Mexican 1000 Rally kicks off on April 25th, Volkswagen's new ID.4 SUV will be one of the cars competing in the grueling 1,141-mile off-road race.
Read MoreBrompton's Electric bike is being recalled in the US due to an acceleration bug
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has recalled 600 Brompton electric bikes in US over a software bug that can cause the vehicle to unintentionally accelerate.
Read MoreSegway's updated Ninebot Kickscooter Max is $100 off for Earth Day
Save big on Segway's Ninebot Kickscooter Max G30LP at Wellbots for Earth Day.
Read MoreRiding in the Lucid Air luxury EV
Ahead of beginning the deliveries of the Lucid Air to customers in the second half of this year, the electric vehicle startup gave us a ride in its Grand Touring release candidate vehicle.
Read MoreCadillac's Lyriq EV will boast 300-plus miles of range
Cadillac plans to release its all-electric Lyriq crossover SUV beginning in the first half of 2022, and which customers will be able to reserve starting this September.
Read MoreFIA launches 'groundbreaking' electric GT category
The FIA has unveiled a new electric GT motorsports category with the aim of pushing manufacturers to develop battery, charging and other tech for high-performance road cars.
Read MoreVanMoof's PowerBank can boost its e-bikes' range by up to 62 miles
VanMoof has launched a removable PowerBank for its S3 and X3 electric bikes, giving you a way to add a range between 28 and 62 miles.
Read MoreMercedes-Benz unveils the EQB, its first electric SUV for the US market
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the EQB, a compact electric SUV that will be the automaker's first electric SUV to go on sale in the US.
Read MoreElon Musk: Data recovered 'so far' shows Autopilot not enabled in Houston crash
Tesla 'technoking' Elon Musk said that so far, data logs show a Model S that hit a tree in Texas this weekend did not have Autopilot enabled.
Read MoreToyota's first electric vehicle will hit the road in 2022
Toyota announced today it plans to sell around 70 different electric cars globally by the end of 2025, including 15 new fully electric models.
Read MoreAudi unveils its A6 e-tron concept ahead of Auto Shanghai 2021
At the biannual Auto Shanghai 2021 expo this week, Audi provided a sparkly peek at its future EV plans with the official debut of its new A6 e-tron concept vehicle.
Read MoreTwo die in Tesla crash with no one at the wheel
Two men have died in a Tesla crash where no one appeared to be in the driver's seat.
Read MoreWashington state votes for goal of banning new gas car sales by 2030
Washington state has voted for a measure that will ban sales of gas-powered cars by 2030, years before California.
Read MoreTesla settles with ex-employee over Autopilot code theft accusations
Tesla has settled with a former employee that it sued for downloading data related to its Autopilot feature.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Touring Mercedes' very luxurious EV
Today's other headlines: Ferrari's CEO promises an EV in 2025, Amazon finally adds book covers to your Kindle lock screens and the US expels Russian diplomats in response to SolarWinds hack.
Read MoreWalmart invests in GM-owned autonomous car startup Cruise
Walmart has invested in GM's self-driving car subsidiary Cruise following their partnership on a pilot delivery program.
Read MoreFerrari's CEO promises an EV in 2025
Ferrari's acting CEO says the sports car company has an "electrification strategy" that includes unveiling its first EV in 2025.
Read MoreXwing completes first autonomous gate-to-gate commercial cargo flight
Autonomous aviation startup Xwing has completed the first gate-to-gate commercial cargo flight using a Cessna Grand Caravan 208B utility aircraft retrofitted with its AutoFlight system.
Read MoreMercedes EQS first look: The pinnacle of EV luxury
The EQS is an EV take on the Mercedes-Benz S Class, the company's classic luxury model. While we wait for US pricing, Mercedes gave us an opportunity to check out the vehicle and test some of its features.
Read MoreLyft lets you request rides directly from your healthcare provider
Lyft is introducing a healthcare pass that lets health plan provides and social services organizations cover rides for eligible patients.
Read MoreThe Q4 e-tron and its Sportback sibling join Audi's European EV lineup this summer
Audi's upcoming Q4 e-tron and Q4 Sportback EV SUVs are ideal for daily errands and weekend getaways — though they'll only be available in Europe.
Read MoreFord's BlueCruise self-driving tech did a 110,000-mile road trip
Ford has been testing its BlueCruise hands-free highway driving with a 110,000-mile road trip.
Read MoreThe Polestar 2 is getting a cheaper, single-motor option
The EV will have a longer range in cooler climates if you add a new heat pump.
Read MoreNVIDIA's Drive Atlan chip is headed to cars in 2025
NVIDIA detailed its next-generation Atlan Drive chip at its GTC keynote, promising a processor that will deliver 1,000 TOPS of performance.
Read MoreGM's Cruise will operate a robotaxi service in Dubai
Cruise has struck a deal to operate a robotaxi service in Dubai in 2023 — the first time it will offer commercial self-driving service outside of the US.
Read MoreDomino’s starts making autonomous pizza deliveries
Houston residents might receive their pizza from Nuro's R2.
Read MoreIntel's Mobileye will power driverless 'last-mile' deliveries starting in 2023
Intel's self-driving technology company Mobileye has just announced a partnership with Udelv to build a fleet of autonomous delivery vehicles.
Read MoreDucati backs away from electric motorcycle production plans
After saying in 2019 that it was "not far from starting production" on an electric motorcyle, Ducati is doing a U-turn on those plans.
Read MoreVW teases larger ID.6 electric SUV ahead of auto show debut
VW has teased the ID.6 electric SUV ahead of a launch in Shanghai, and there have been significant changes since the Roomzz concept.
Read MoreLast-minute battery deal keeps Ford, VW electric car plans on track
A last-minute settlement between two battery giants, LG and SK, may have saved EV production plans for Ford and VW.
Read MoreToyota's new Mirai and Lexus LS models come with Advanced Drive assistance tech
Toyota has launched Advanced Drive, a new driver assistance technology, with the latest Toyota Mirai and Lexus LS vehicles.
Read MoreA Mustang Mach-E bug leaves cars stuck in 'deep sleep' with an empty 12v battery
Add a software bug to the list of issues affecting Ford's recently released Mustang Mach-E electric crossover.
Read MoreTesla offers 50 percent discounts on overnight Supercharger use in California
Tesla is giving California owners a 50 percent discount on their charging fees if they plug into a Supercharger between 7PM and 10AM.
Read MorePolestar wants its cars to be carbon-neutral by 2030
Volvo's performance EV subsidiary Polestar is reportedly taking steps to go greener than any electric auto manufacturer before it. As part of the company's inaugural release of its annual review and sustainability report, Polestar announced on Wednesday that it plans to produce only carbon-neutral vehicles by 2030.
Read MoreChevrolet will build an electric Silverado with 400 miles of range
General Motors President Mark Reuss has announced the electric Silverado pickup.
Read MoreGM is betting its electrified future on a revolutionary new battery system
When the Hummer EV SUT (sport utility truck) and its newly-unveiled SUV variant hit dealer show floors in the fall of 2021 and 2023, respectively, they'll be among the first models in GM's new electrified lineup to be built atop the company's Ultium battery system.
Read MoreExtreme E's first race ends with a small amount of drama
The first Extreme E race has a winner after its share of excitement, marking a historic moment for electric off-road racing.
Read MoreGMC's newly-unveiled Hummer EV SUV is 830HP of electric 'supertruck'
The Hummer EV pickup won't be the only "supertruck" in GMC's fleet after the automaker unveiled its Hummer EV SUV variant on Saturday. It's slated for release in spring 2023.
Read MoreExtreme E's first qualifying round ends with Nico Rosberg's team out front
The off-road electric racing series started its first weekend with some big crashes, and Nico Rosberg's team in P1 after the first qualifying round.
Read MoreWaymo has two new CEOs, one of whom is a woman of color
John Krafcik is handing over the job to executives Tekedra Mawakana and Dmitri Dolgov.
Read MoreRivian's EV service plans include remote diagnosis and on-site repairs
Rivian has outlined how it will service your EV, including remote diagnosis and on-site visits — it's hoping to beat Tesla at its own game.
Read MoreWhat if your next electric car's body was also its battery?
EV batteries are large and expensive. Nanom thinks it has a solution: a cheaper, longer-lasting cell that can be built right in to the structure of a vehicle.
Read MoreSpecialized's latest e-bike is a lighter, easier-to-ride city cruiser
Specialized has introduced the Turbo Como SL, a super light e-bike meant for maneuverability and less effort when you pedal.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Now there's a 'Hey Google' car
Fiat made a 'Hey Google' car and the FDA pushed forward rapid COVID tests you can take at home
Read MoreThe Genesis X is a curvy, high-tech luxury EV concept
Genesis has unveiled the X Concept EV, its fifth concept car since Hyundai launched the Genesis brand in 2015.
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Gaming (51)
'Fall Guys' is delayed indefinitely on Switch and Xbox
You'll have to wait until after the summer to play on those consoles, but cross-play is on the way.
Read MoreTeenage Engineering's Capcom videopaks blend your music with classic games
Music makers with the OP-Z synth can use the new Capcom videopaks to add retro gaming scenes to their music.
Read MoreRhythm shooter 'BPM: Bullets Per Minute' heads to Xbox and PlayStation this year
Stylish rhythm shooter BPM: Bullets Per Minute is heading to PlayStation 4 and Xbox One later this year.
Read More'Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order' PS5 and Xbox Series X/S update arrives this summer
Folks who bought the PS4 or Xbox One version will get the upgrade for free.
Read More'Assassin's Creed Valhalla' update lets you turn off cinematic kill animations
With Valhalla latest 1.2.1 update, Ubisoft is adding a toggle that turns off the short cinematic cutscenes that play when your character executes a finisher.
Read MoreThe final 'Resident Evil Village' demo will be playable for 8 days
RE Village's final 60-minute demo will be playable for a full week.
Read More'Apex Legends' is getting a permanent team deathmatch mode
The 3v3 Arenas option takes a page out of the 'Valorant' playbook.
Read More'Colette' Oscar win is a first for the video game industry
The documentary short Colette won an Oscar last night, a first for the video game industry, and it took a very unusual route to get there.
Read MoreHumble Bundle will test limiting charitable contributions to 15 percent
Starting in late May, Humble Bundle plans to test a new store page that will do away with its signature sliders.
Read More'RuneScape' is heading to iOS and Android this summer
Not to be confused with 'Old School RuneScape,' which is already on mobile.
Read MoreEvercade's retro game cartridge system now has a home console
UK-based company Blaze Entertainment has launched Evercade VS, a follow-up to the Evercade handheld retrogaming console it released last year.
Read MoreCD Projekt Red made hundreds of millions on 'Cyberpunk 2077' despite the refunds
CD Projekt Red posted record-breaking revenue and sales numbers for the 2020 fiscal year, thanks to Cyberpunk 2077 — and despite the game's problematic release.
Read More'Call of Duty: Warzone' season 3 update takes Verdansk to 1984
Season three of Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War and Warzone kicks off today.
Read More'Battlefield' is finally coming to mobile as a standalone game
EA has announced that a new Battlefield mobile game will arrive in 2022.
Read More'Resident Evil 4' comes out on Oculus Quest 2 this year
As promised, Oculus had new details to share about the upcoming VR remaster of Resident Evil 4.
Read More'Lone Echo II' heads to Oculus VR this summer
Here's a highlight of some of the more notable announcements from Facebook's first Oculus Gaming Showcase.
Read MoreTwo formerly Japan-only 'Ace Attorney' games are finally being released in English
Warm up your arguing voice and limber your objection fingers, there's a new Ace Attorney game coming to town.
Read MoreThe Tamagotchi Pix lets you take digital pet selfies
The new Tamagotchi Pix has a camera for taking photos with your pet.
Read MoreMy Arcade's latest Micro Player is a 'Street Fighter II: Champion Edition' replica
My Arcade is releasing a Micro Player of iconic beat-em-up Street Fighter II: Champion Edition in partnership with Capcom.
Read MoreThe director of Overwatch is leaving Blizzard
After nearly two decades at the company, one of Blizzard's best-known employees is ready for something new.
Read MoreEA announces 'Apex Legends Mobile,' with regional betas starting this month
It's completely separate from the PC and console versions of 'Apex Legends.'
Read More'Roblox' will use content ratings to help limit access to sexual material
'Roblox' creators have promised a content rating system that will help prevent kids from seeing sexual activity in games on the platform.
Read MoreAcclaimed 'Skyrim' mod 'The Forgotten City' hits consoles and PC this summer
It's an updated, standalone version of the award-winning mystery experience.
Read MoreWe're still spending record amounts on gaming, a year into the pandemic
Video game sales hit another record in March 2021 thanks to the PS5, Switch and a handful of hit games.
Read MoreSquare Enix denies takeover rumors
Square Enix has denied reports that it is being targeted by multiple buyers for a potential takeover.
Read More'Skate City' heads to Switch, PlayStation, Xbox and PC on May 6th
Another Apple Arcade gem spreads its wings.
Read More'F1 2021' is coming to PlayStation, Xbox and PC on July 16th
It's the first announcement of a Codemasters game since EA bought the racing specialist.
Read MoreUbisoft delays Assassin's Creed Valhalla's first major expansion to May 13th
Assassin's Creed Valhalla's first major expansion, Wrath of the Druids, will come out a couple of weeks later than expected.
Read More2021 Hugo Award game finalists include 'Hades' and 'Animal Crossing'
This week, the Hugo Awards revealed the list of six finalists judges will consider for the best game of the past 12 months.
Read More'Apex Legends' has 100 million players after two years
Just over two months after its two-year birthday, Apex Legends has more than 100 million total players worldwide.
Read More'Mass Effect Legendary Edition' comparison trailer shows off the upgrades
A 4K look at all the improvements coming to the Mass Effect trilogy next month.
Read MoreFortnite’s next crossover character is Aloy from ‘Horizon Zero Dawn’
Epic Games is teaming her up with Lara Croft for a limited-time event.
Read MoreOculus will host its first games showcase on April 21st
Expect updates on 'Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy's Edge' and 'Pistol Whip.'
Read MoreOne-chance assassination missions arrive in 'Hitman 3'
'Hitman 3' now has one of the series' best-known features: just-one-chance Elusive Target missions.
Read More'Super Meat Boy Forever' comes to PlayStation and Xbox on April 16th
The platforming sequel is also on the way to Steam later this year.
Read MoreOutriders' first big patch addresses inventory wiping bugs and crashes
'Outriders' is getting its first big patch to fix some of its crashes and bugs including an issue that wiped players' inventories.
Read More'Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children' will be re-released in 4K HDR on June 8th
Don't expect to fully understand the plot if you've only played 'FF7: Remake.'
Read More'Alex Kidd in Miracle World' remake arrives on June 24th
The classic platformer is coming back on PC and modern consoles.
Read MoreGoogle Stadia is getting 10 new indie games
Google's Stadia cloud gaming service is adding ten new indie games in the coming months including 'The Darkside Detective: A Fumble in the Dark' and 'Figment 2: Creed Valley.'
Read MoreArkane delays 'Deathloop' until September 14th
The hotly anticipated first-person shooter was supposed to hit PS5 and PC on May 21st.
Read MoreLenovo's new gaming phone has a 720Hz touch response rate
Lenovo's Legion Phone Duel 2, the follow-up to its first gaming handset, features eight virtual controls including four ultrasonic shoulder keys.
Read MoreBioWare details the gameplay changes coming to 'Mass Effect: Legendary Edition'
BioWare says combat in the original Mass Effect should feel snappier. Driving in the Mako is also smoother.
Read MoreUbisoft buys anti-cheat company to fight game ruiners
Ubisoft has bought GameBlocks to help it fight game cheating on the server side.
Read MoreMicrosoft and Nintendo sign up for a free, all-digital E3
This year's event runs from June 12th to 15th, and Sony probably won't be involved.
Read MoreThe latest Lego Star Wars game has been delayed indefinitely
'Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga' has been delayed indefinitely — the second time the game has been pushed back.
Read MoreSummer Game Fest's second edition gets underway in June
A Day of the Devs showcase of indie and AAA games is on the schedule.
Read More'Final Fantasy' creator Sakaguchi on what makes 'Fantasian' a unique mobile RPG
Hironobu Sakaguchi, the creator of Final Fantasy, chats about his new Apple Arcade RPG Fantasian.
Read More'Fantasian,' from the creator of Final Fantasy, arrives on Apple Arcade
Fantasian, the new RPG that unites Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi with composer Nobuo Uematsu, has landed on mobile gaming service Apple Arcade.
Read MoreE3 2021 organizers confirm the all-digital event will be '100 percent free'
E3 2021 will be '100 percent free' according to its organizers, with no paywalled content.
Read MorePlatinumGames is making an April Fools' Day joke into a real game
One year after teasing a new Cresta game, PlatinumGames says it will release the shoot 'em up later this year.
Read MoreManeater's 'Truth Quest' DLC pits players against new apex predators
Tripwire Interactive's 2020 cult hit, Maneater, is back with the "Truth Quest" DLC featuring new evolutions, enemies and explorable regions.
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Google (29)
Google Assistant will let you teach it how to pronounce tricky names
Google is introducing a handful new updates that will make Assistant better at pronouncing tricky names and understanding the context of conversations you share with it.
Read MoreStadia store upgrade will let you search for games
You would think the first thing a Google engineer would add to any product is a search bar, but not so with Stadia, which has been without the feature since it came out in 2019.
Read MoreGoogle can now email you about COVID-19 travel advisory changes
Google has launched a new feature that lets you opt into getting an email if COVID-19 travel advisories change for a particular location.
Read MoreGoogle owner Alphabet posts big gains after pandemic uncertainty
Google parent Alphabet reported today that it raked in a total of $55.3 billion in revenue over the past three months — that's up 34 percent compared to this time last year. (In case you were curious, Wall Street types were expecting revenue growth of just around 25 percent.) The company's net income jumped dramatically as well, from $6.8 billion in Q1 2020 to $17.9 billion in this year's quarter.
Read MoreRoku warns of standoff with Google over YouTube TV
Roku has accused Google of demanding special treatment for YouTube apps, warning that YouTube TV might leave the platform.
Read MoreExperiment lets you skip 'Hey, Google' for Assistant voice commands
An experimental Google Assistant feature codenamed "Guacamole" will give you the power to issue voice commands without having to preface it with "Hey, Google."
Read MoreGoogle’s Fi wireless service gets a new, cheaper unlimited plan
Google's Fi wireless service has always been a niche option that best served owners of Google Pixels, but today the search giant is adding a more affordable unlimited data plan in hopes of making Fi more palatable to the masses.
Read MoreGoogle's Live Caption feature comes to Chromebooks
Google is adding its auto-generating Live Caption system to Chromebooks by way of a new Chrome OS release.
Read MoreBackground replacement videos are coming to Google Meet
Along with other updates, you'll have more control over how you see your own feed.
Read MoreGoogle responds to last month's WebView nightmare on Android
Google is working on improvements for its WebView apps and plans to release more updates for the software and Chrome in order to avoid a repeat of last month's Android crash.
Read MoreGoogle is adding a Maps widget to Calendar in Workspace
Google Workspace now has a Maps side panel that can help you research locations for meetings and other trips.
Read MoreGoogle Search turns Pac-Man and Hello Kitty into interactive AR objects
Google is putting a bunch of iconic Japanese characters in Search as augmented reality objects you can interact with.
Read MoreGoogle offers virtual tours of UNESCO World Heritage sites
Explore Mount Kilimanjaro, the Taj Mahal, Yosemite National Park and many other locations.
Read MoreGoogle found to have 'partially' misled Australian users in location tracking case
The Australian Federal Court has ruled that Google "partially" misled users in the country when it comes to how it collects and uses location data.
Read MoreGoogle makes it easy to jump back to the search box by pressing '/'
Google has rolled out a new Search shortcut that can quickly help you refine the results you get.
Read MoreGoogle Earth's biggest update in years adds free 3D timelapse videos
Google Earth is getting its biggest update to the service since 2017. It's adding 3D timelapse videos that anyone can watch and download for free.
Read MoreGoogle rolls out Chrome 90, which defaults to HTTPS instead of HTTP
Starting with Chrome 90, Google will automatically try to create an encrypted connection with any websites you visit.
Read MoreGoogle Assistant can fill out your payment info for your next takeout order
Google's Assistant updates for Spring 2021 revolve around simplifying the restaurant checkout process and making it easier to automate your smart home.
Read MoreGoogle is working to bring Sony's 360 Reality Audio to Android
Google could be working with Sony to integrate 360 Reality Audio into its Android software.
Read MoreGoogle is shutting down its iOS and Android Shopping apps
Google is adding another entry to its app graveyard, and this time it's Shopping that's getting the guillotine.
Read MoreGoogle allegedly gave its ad system an advantage with a special project
Google ran an effort, Project Bernanke, that supposedly gave its ad system an unfair edge — and Texas intends to use this in its antitrust case.
Read MoreGoogle's Phone app can automatically record calls from unknown numbers
Google is rolling out an update to its Phone app that lets you automatically record calls from unknown numbers.
Read MoreGoogle's virtual I/O developer conference kicks off on May 18
The show will kick off May 18 and will be hosted online only, as we continue to wait out the end of the pandemic. It will also be free to attend.
Read MoreEuropean privacy group claims Android's ad-tracking code is illegal
A privacy campaigner has filed a complaint in France claiming that Google's Android Advertising Identifier violates EU law.
Read MoreGoogle's latest acquisition could lead to spatial audio for the Pixel Buds
Google recently acquired a 3D audio startup that could lead to new features for the Pixel Buds or any of its other future products.
Read MoreGoogle opens up the Play Store to more Android Auto apps
Android Auto users will soon see a greater variety of navigation, parking and charging apps on the Play Store.
Read MoreSupreme Court rules in Google's favor in Oracle copyright case
Today, the US Supreme Court ruled 6-2 in favor of Google in the company's long-running legal battle against Oracle.
Read MoreGoogle will reportedly use its own chip in the Pixel 6
According to documentation 9to5Google says it saw, the chipset, codenamed Whitechapel, will power Pixels that are slated to launch this fall.
Read MoreGoogle puts limits on which apps can see what's installed on an Android device
Google has updated its Developer Program Policy to limit the kinds of apps that can request the QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES permission, which returns the full list of installed apps on a device that runs Android 11 or later.
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Laptops (9)
Samsung's Galaxy Book will start at $800 in the US later this year
A more affordable but still sophisticated laptop.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Book Odyssey is the first laptop with NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 3050 Ti
The gaming machine will arrive in August.
Read MoreDell's latest Latitude detachable has a stylish look with thinner bezels
Dell could have a serious Surface competitor on its hands.
Read MoreParallels Desktop on M1 Macs now runs ARM Windows 10 at 'native speeds'
Parallels Desktop 16.5 has arrived with native support for M1 Macs, promising Windows 10 virtual machines at 'native speeds' — if you don't mind the ARM version.
Read MoreDell's refreshed Inspiron line includes a 16-inch laptop
In addition to the typical performance upgrades we see every year, the company is also unveiling the Inspiron 16 Plus
Read MoreMicrosoft's Surface Laptop 4 features Intel and AMD CPUs
Almost a year and a half since launching the Surface Laptop 3, Microsoft is finally ready with a follow-up. The Surface Laptop 4 continues the line's tradition of being, well, kind of basic.
Read MoreDell's XPS 13 now comes with an optional $300 OLED display
Starting today, you can pay an extra $300 on the price of the Full HD model to configure a new XPS 13 with a 3,456 x 2,160 OLED panel.
Read MoreNVIDIA and MediaTek want to bring RTX graphics to ARM laptops
What would an ARM-based laptop look like with an RTX graphics card? That's something NVIDIA is exploring together with MediaTek, a company best known for building ARM-based chips.
Read MoreAlienware's M15 and Dell's G15 gaming laptops are getting AMD Ryzen CPUs
Dell is finally bringing AMD CPUs back to its gaming laptops on the Alienware M15 and Dell G15.
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Meta (21)
Facebook buys the studio behind VR shooter 'Onward'
Facebook is another developer to its growing Oculus Studios stable.
Read MoreFacebook jumpstarts newsletter ambitions with $5 million for indie writers
The company will prioritize reporters who plan to cover marginalized communities.
Read MoreFacebook Marketplace has 1 billion users
Facebook's push into e-commerce features is starting to pay off.
Read MoreOculus debuts its more customizable VR avatars
Oculus has rolled out brand new VR Avatars that are more customizable, right down to facial features.
Read MoreInternal Facebook report finds the company bungled its 'Stop the Steal' response
Facebook missed several opportunities to crack down on the "Stop the Steal" movement that fueled the US Capitol insurrection.
Read MoreFacebook will ask users about ‘negative experiences’ in News Feed
Facebook will begin surveying users about the content in their News Feeds, including whether too much political content is contributing "negative experiences."
Read MoreFacebook will remove calls for violence in preparation for Derek Chauvin verdict
As cities and communities across the US anxiously wait for a verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former police officer accused of killing George Floyd, Facebook says it's "doing what we can" to prepare.
Read MoreFacebook now lets you transfer posts to Google Docs and Wordpress.com
Facebook's data tool now lets you transfer notes and posts to Google Docs, Blogger and Wordpress.
Read MoreFacebook's 'Supreme Court' is about to face its first big test
The Oversight Board, Facebook's 'Supreme Court,' is getting ready for the most consequential decision in its short existence.
Read MoreOculus titles can now offer subscriptions via the Quest store
You can now subscribe to online fitness and productivity suites through the Quest store.
Read MoreFacebook reaches its target of using 100 percent renewable energy
Facebook says it has reached its goal to power its global operations on renewable energy several months ahead of its targets thanks to a large investment in solar and wind energy projects.
Read MoreFacebook's speed-dating app gives you four minutes to impress
The experimental video app Sparked has no public profiles or Tinder-style swiping.
Read MoreFacebook starts displaying state by state vaccination notifications
Facebook plans to start rolling out notifications to connect people to state-specific information from their local health departments about how they can get vaccinated.
Read MoreStudy suggests Facebook shows users different job ads based on their gender
Gender identity seemed to impact whether someone saw an employment ad for NVIDIA or Netflix.
Read MoreFacebook was down
After a brief outage, Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp are available once again.
Read MoreFacebook asked people to share their age and gender to create a fairer AI dataset
Casual Conversations feature paid actors explicitly sharing their age and gender.
Read MoreFacebook test adds contextual 'labels' to popular pages
Facebook has gradually started applying labels to pages in order to provide more context about their nature as part of a new experiment.
Read MoreFacebook adds Zoom video calls to Portal for TVs
Facebook's Portal TV now supports Zoom and GoToMeeting, bringing video calls to the biggest screen in your home.
Read MoreFacebook banned an Albanian troll farm supporting exiled Iranian militants
Facebook took down more than 1,000 fake accounts in March, including a few hundred that were tied to a troll farm in Albania.
Read MoreFacebook's line of PC-only VR headsets ends as Rift S stock dries up
The Oculus Rift S stock is drying up and Facebook says it won't be replenished as it focuses on standalone VR headsets.
Read MoreDemocratic lawmakers ask Facebook to detail its Instagram for kids project
A group of four Democratic lawmakers says they're concerned with the company's plan to build an Instagram for users under the age of 13.
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Microsoft (19)
Microsoft is adding support for AAC Bluetooth audio in Windows 10
That's great news if you own a pair of AirPods.
Read MoreMicrosoft follows Epic and cuts Xbox PC revenue share to 12 percent
'It seems a good time to do that,' Xbox Game Studios head Matt Booty said.
Read MoreMicrosoft is fixing the pain of arranging Windows 10 apps on multiple displays
If you use a multi-monitor setup on Windows 10 for gaming, work or because they're built right into your laptop, Microsoft has some good news.
Read MoreMicrosoft’s five-year accessibility pledge begins with AI improvements for Office and more
Microsoft has announced a new five-year pledge to create more opportunities for disabled people across education, product design, and internally within its own workforce.
Read MoreWhat did the pandemic mean for Microsoft? A 44 percent jump in profits.
One thing we've learned over the past year: the COVID-19 pandemic has been awful for humanity, but a boon to all of the tech company's we're relying on. That's truer than ever for Microsoft, which announced a 19 percent increase in revenues for the third quarter ($41.7 billion), compared to last year.
Read MoreMicrosoft's Classroom Pen 2 is half the price of its predecessor
Modest design updates accompany the savings.
Read MoreMicrosoft and the UK will build the world's 'most powerful' weather supercomputer
The Met Office has stuck a multi-million pound agreement with Microsoft to build the UK's fastest supercomputer to predict weather and climate forecasts.
Read MoreDiscord reportedly won't sell itself to Microsoft (or anyone else)
The chat service was said to be in talks with Microsoft for a deal worth at least $10 billion.
Read MoreMicrosoft is reportedly launching a Cloud PC service this summer
You might be able to access a virtual Windows 10 desktop from just about any device.
Read MoreMicrosoft adds personalized homepages to Bing on Android
Microsoft has updated Bing Search on Android to add personalized homepages.
Read MoreMicrosoft is reportedly building a new Windows 10 store
It's likely to have a major redesign and several developer-friendly features.
Read MoreMicrosoft: Timeline is staying in Windows 10, but without free syncing
Timeline was the "star" of Microsoft's big 2018 update for Windows 10 and while it will still remember everything you did, it just won't save that information to the cloud anymore.
Read MoreMicrosoft's new 'Modern' accessories include its first webcam in years
Microsoft is launching a range of new workplace-oriented accessories, including a webcam and Surface Headphones 2+, that are certified to work with Teams.
Read MoreMicrosoft will acquire speech-tech giant Nuance for $19.7 billion
Nuance already works with Microsoft on its Healthcare Cloud, now it'll be part of Microsoft's cloud business entirely.
Read MoreMicrosoft is reportedly close to buying speech tech giant Nuance
Microsoft is reportedly in late talks to buy Nuance for $16 billion, giving it advantages in speech tech and AI.
Read MoreMicrosoft is finally releasing a 64-bit version of OneDrive for Windows
The new version of OneDrive will help those who need to transfer large files or many files since 64-bit systems can access more resources than their 32-bit counterparts.
Read MoreMicrosoft delays full reopening of its offices to at least September
Microsoft has delayed the full reopening of its offices until September 7th at the earliest as it comes to terms with the possible end of the pandemic.
Read MoreMicrosoft’s online-only Build conference starts on May 25th
Microsoft confirmed today that its online-only Build developer conference will run between May 25th and May 27th, though there's still no word on when registration will open. (If last year is any indication, our money is on "the end of April.") "Microsoft Build is where developers, architects, start-ups, and students learn, connect, and code together, sharing knowledge and expanding their skillset, while exploring new ways of innovating for tomorrow," the company's events page explains.
Read MoreMicrosoft's cloud services are down again, possible DNS issue
Having Xbox problems? Microsoft's cloud outage could be causing sign-in problems.
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Mobile (8)
The FCC is going to hold providers accountable for anti-robocall efforts
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is introducing a new database all voice providers will have to use to allow the agency to track the work they're doing to stop robocalls.
Read MoreComcast's Xfinity Mobile unlimited 5G plans start at $30 per month
Comcast has unveiled new unlimited Xfinity Mobile 5G plans promising "the lowest ever prices for unlimited data for new and existing customers."
Read MoreAT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon end their joint effort for RCS texting
AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon have ended the Cross Carrier Messaging Initiative (CCMI), the joint venture they formed in 2019 to push RCS texting, according to Light Reading.
Read MoreFire risk makes Verizon recall 2.5 million Ellipsis Jetpack mobile hotspots
Verizon has issued a recall for 2.5 million Jetpack mobile hotspots after receiving 15 reports of instances wherein the device overheated.
Read MoreT-Mobile's wireless home internet service launches today
After a lengthy trial, T-Mobile Home Internet service is now available to 30 million Americans.
Read MoreLG confirms it's shutting down its mobile business
LG is shutting down its struggling mobile business after failing to reverse years of losses.
Read MoreDish accuses T-Mobile of anti-competitive behavior over Sprint CDMA shutdown
In a letter to the Federal Communications Commission, Dish has accused T-Mobile of becoming precisely the type of incumbent player it spent years trying to fight.
Read MoreAT&T adds 5G to its public safety network
AT&T is giving first responders on its FirstNet public safety network access to 5G+ in parts of 38 cities, starting in Houston.
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News (28)
Real-life 'Disaster Girl' turns her meme into a $500,000 NFT
The "Disaster Girl" photo that sparked a thousand memes is the latest to make it big all over again as an NFT.
Read MoreCES will return as an in-person event in 2022
CES will return as an in-person event in 2022, but are people ready for it after a long pandemic?
Read MoreNevada governor backpedals on plan to allow tech companies to form local governments
Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak is retreating from his plan to introduce legislation that would have allowed tech companies to form local governments within the state.
Read MoreAT&T's entry and mid-level fiber plans get a 200 Mbps speed bump
AT&T is increasing the speeds of its entry and mid-level fiber internet plans by 200 Mbps
Read MoreCalifornia plans to end oil extraction by 2045
California will be the first state to end oil extraction, phasing it out by 2045.
Read MoreWemo's latest smart home gadget is a $50 Apple Home remote
Belkin's new Wemo Stage Scene Controller can activate up to six different Apple Home scenes.
Read MoreBiden pledges to cut US greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030
The US has vowed to cut greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030 ahead of President Biden's global summit on climate change.
Read MoreBowers & Wilkins launches PI7 and PI5 premium true wireless earphones
Bowers & Wilkins has launched the PI7 and the PI5, two new true wireless earbuds models, which it says don't compromise "sound quality for wireless convenience."
Read MorePolaroid reveals its smallest-ever analog instant camera
Pre-orders are open for the $100 Polaroid Go.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Turning pro in the NBA with an NFT
Today's headlines: Fitbit's $150 Luxe is another attempt to make a stylish fitness tracker, NASA's Ingenuity becomes the first aircraft to fly on another planet, and EA announces 'Apex Legends Mobile'.
Read MoreJalen Suggs announces he's going pro with an NFT
With Suggs now heading to the NBA draft and expected to land somewhere among the top three picks, he's auctioning off a commemorative NFT celebrating his semi-finals buzzer beater.
Read MoreThe UK is considering starting a digital currency
The Bank of England and HM Treasury are jointly exploring a central bank digital currency that would co-exist alongside traditional cash and deposits.
Read MoreNew York caps the cost of broadband for low-income families
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed a bill requiring all internet service providers (ISPs) to offer $15 per month broadband for low-income users.
Read MorePeloton opposes US demand for Tread+ recall following child injuries
Peloton is fighting US demands for a Tread+ recall after reports of numerous injuries to children, including one death.
Read MoreEdward Snowden's NFT sold for $5.5 million at auction for charity
Edward Snowden's NFT has sold for a whopping 2,224 Etherium or around $5.5 million at an auction that lasted for a day.
Read MoreNFL adds DraftKings and Fanduel as official betting partners
On Thursday, the NFL announced a multi-year deal with Ceasars Entertainment, DraftKings and FanDuel that will see those three companies become official betting partners of the league.
Read MoreIFA is planning a 'full-scale return' with an in-person event in September
Health and safety will be a priority, but organizers don't expect this year's edition to set new records.
Read MoreAdidas' Stan Smith Mylo are its first mushroom leather sneakers
Adidas wants to launch a mushroom leather shoe in 12 months.
Read MoreLG's rollable OLED R TV is available in the US, if you can afford one
LG's rollable OLED TV is available, it's just probably not affordable.
Read MoreCanon confirms a high-speed EOS R3 mirrorless camera is on the way
Canon has confirmed a rumor that it's developing the EOS R3, a "high-performance, high-speed" full-frame mirrorless camera designed for news and sports, along with three new lenses.
Read MorePlaypulse's smart exercise bike lets you choose between workout classes and Netflix
The Playpulse One lets you attend classes, play games, and watch TV all while riding.
Read MoreCanon's mirrorless EOS R3 leaks with a 1D-like pro body
Prolific (and generally accurate) camera leaker Nokishita has just tweeted an image that appears to show an EOS R3 camera.
Read MoreTopps debuts its first NFT baseball card collection
Topps has released its first NFT baseball card collection, Series 1, bringing MLB cards into the digital era.
Read MoreA manufacturing issue has pulled some Boeing 737 Max planes from service
It was only late last year that the Boeing 737 Max returned to service, but the long-troubled passenger jet has run into another problem.
Read MoreRecommended Reading: NFTs before the hype took over
Recommended Reading highlights the week's best long-form writing on technology and more.
Read MoreiZotope's 2nd-gen Spire Studio gets a major but costly upgrade
The new Spire Studio has improved software, preamps and storage but costs $150 more than the original.
Read MoreFunko will combine its collectible figures with NFTs
Funko has claimed a stake in a company, TokenHead, that will let it offer digital NFTs alongside its vinyl figures.
Read MoreFDA authorizes cheap rapid at-home COVID-19 tests
Cheap, rapid at-home COVID-19 tests will be available soon without a prescription.
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Nintendo (12)
'Super Mario Party' update adds proper online multiplayer
Nintendo has added a full online multiplayer mode to 'Super Mario Party,' making it much more viable when you can't join friends in person.
Read MoreFamicom Detective Club is a pair of visual novels for people new to the genre
Nintendo's re-release of the Famicom Detective Club games is an interesting time capsule of the visual novel genre.
Read MoreFujifilm and Nintendo team up on a Switch-themed Instax printer
Fujifilm has launched a new Instax Mini Link smartphone printer variant with colors that may remind you of the Nintendo Switch.
Read MoreLego adds a Luigi set to its Super Mario collection
Lego has added a Luigi set to its Super Mario Adventures kits, giving the video game plumber his due.
Read MoreNintendo sues Bowser for violating copyright with Switch hacks
Nintendo is suing Bowser (that is, Gary Bowser) for allegedly violating copyright by selling Switch hacks.
Read MoreLego hints at an upcoming Luigi-themed set with a clever update
In what will likely go down as one of the most clever marketing campaigns in recent memory, Lego's electronic Super Mario has started to hint at Luigi getting his own set following a recent firmware update.
Read More'Oxenfree II: Lost Signals' headlines a new crop of Switch indie games
A new OlliOlli game is on the way, while classic puzzle-platformer 'Fez' hits Switch today.
Read MoreWatch Nintendo's latest Indie World Showcase here at noon ET
Expect around 20 minutes of indie games that are coming to Switch.
Read MoreNintendo’s Switch Lite will soon come in deep blue
The new colorway drops the same day as Miitopia.
Read More'Pac-Man 99' battle royale launches Wednesday on Nintendo Switch
Nintendo and Bandai are launching a battle royale 'Pac-Man' game for the Switch.
Read MoreSomeone made a playable, TV-sized Nintendo Switch
This Switch comes in at 30 inches tall and 70 inches wide, making it impossible to touch two buttons on opposite sides of one another without stretching out as far as you can.
Read MoreA sealed copy of 'Super Mario Bros.' just sold for $660,000
The copy was one of the earliest shrink-wrapped versions of the games you could buy in the US.
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PC Gaming (9)
Riot will record voice chats in 'Valorant' to tackle harassment
The publisher said it will only listen to a recording after a report is filed.
Read MoreValorant's new 'Breeze' map whisks you to the Bermuda Triangle
'Valorant' Episode 2 Act 3 is launching on April 27 with a new map, skinline and battlepass.
Read More'Call of Duty' DLSS upgrades promise a big boost to 4K gaming
Updates to 'Call of Duty' for 'Warzone' and 'Modern Warfare' now support NVIDIA's DLSS, promising up to much higher frame rates in 4K.
Read MoreEpic Games Store now offers Itch.io's indie marketplace
The Epic Games Store has added multiple apps, including the indie game shop Itch.io and Brave's browser.
Read MoreValve Anti-Cheat’s permanent bans no longer apply to Valve events
Valve is making a single but significant exception to how it will enforce cheating bans moving forward.
Read More‘Days Gone’ hits Steam and Epic Games Store on May 19th
Sony's survival horror game will have 21:9 ultra-wide monitor support on PC.
Read MoreUnity will add native NVIDIA DLSS support to its game engine
The tech boost performance and visual acuity in games with little work needed for developers.
Read MoreOculus Quest 2 owners can start testing wireless PC VR gaming with Air Link
With the latest software update, Oculus Quest 2 owners can play PC VR games streamed via WiFi, no strings or wires needed.
Read More'Overwatch' gets full support for NVIDIA's low-latency Reflex tech
Landing a headshot should be slightly easier.
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PlayStation (18)
'Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart' gameplay reveals what the PS5 can do
'Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart' takes full advantage of the PS5.
Read MoreHousemarque's 30-minute deep dive shows what to expect from 'Returnal'
Still wondering what to expect from 'Returnal'? This 30-minute video explains everything that's in the new third-person PS5 exclusive.
Read More'Among Us' heads to PS4 and PS5 later this year
The platform-exclusive Ratchet & Clank skin is suspiciously adorable.
Read MoreSony begins selling the PS5 in China
Sony has officially launched the PlayStation 5 in China ahead of Microsoft's Xbox consoles.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Sony is selling a lot of PS5s
Sony reports it's sold 7.8 million PlayStation 5s so far, while Microsoft's console sales are up 232 percent compared to last year.
Read MoreSony has already sold 7.8 million PS5s
Sony can't make enough PlayStation 5 consoles to satisfy demand.
Read MoreNike's PlayStation 5-themed shoes arrive next month
Paul George's new shoes will go on sale next month with a PS5 theme, but buying them will probably be as difficult as buying a PS5 right now.
Read MoreA PSN outage knocked gamers offline Tuesday afternoon
The PlayStation Network is down, cutting off multiplayer gaming and more.
Read MoreSony starts rolling out 1080p support for PlayStation Now
Support for 1080p streaming is finally coming to Sony's PlayStation Now service.
Read MoreSony picks up a multiplayer game from Bungie veterans
Firewalk Studios' first game will be a PS5 console exclusive.
Read MorePlayStation Plus could soon include a video service
Sony may offer movies to PlayStation Plus subscribers through a briefly hinted-at Video Pass service.
Read MoreSony reverses decision to close PS3 and Vita game stores this summer
'It's clear that we made the wrong decision here.'
Read More'Resident Evil Village' demo is coming soon, but sooner on PS4 and PS5
PlayStation owners will get first crack at the 'Resident Evil Village' demos starting this weekend.
Read MoreSony's PS5 update added 120Hz for 1080p displays and better HDMI control
The first big PlayStation 5 update adds new features to almost every part of the system.
Read More'Final Fantasy XIV' PS5 open beta upgrades both graphics and sound
Final Fantasy XIV is now available on the PS5 as an open beta, and Square Enix's Matt Hilton has detailed the enhancements for the new console on the PlayStation Blog.
Read MoreYou can now store PS5 games on a USB drive
Sony is rolling out the first major PS5 system update on April 14th, and it adds support for storing the new console's games on USB drives.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Sony plans to bring its hit PlayStation series to smartphones
Today's headlines: Alibaba hit with $2.8 billion fine in China antitrust case, Sony plans to bring its hit PlayStation series to smartphones and NASA delays Mars helicopter flight to at least April 14th.
Read MoreSony wants to bring 'popular' PlayStation game franchises to phones
Sony is hiring an executive to lead a PlayStation push into mobile gaming.
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Reviews (25)
Samsung Galaxy A52 5G: Can just ‘good’ be good enough?
We get pretty worked up when a new, premium smartphone shows up. And I'd be lying if I said playing with expensive hardware wasn't one of the best parts of this job. It's especially nice because, more often than not, the last thing I want to do is pay for some of the things we test. Which brings me to an important question: how much should anyone actually shell out for a new smartphone? The short answer is "as much as you're comfortable with." Thankfully, companies are working to make their more affordable devices flashier than ever. Case in point: I've spent a few days with Samsung's new A52 5G, and while it might not satisfy those with flagship tastes, it gets pretty close sometimes.
Read More'Returnal' captures the beauty (and frustration) of failure
Returnal is an excellent PS5 shooter, but it's also unforgivingly difficult.
Read MoreSamsung’s Galaxy Book Pro is a series of super thin, light AMOLED laptops
Samsung's newest Galaxy Book Pro laptops are super thin and light, offer sumptuous AMOLED panels and intriguing software.
Read More‘Hey Spotify, play Up First:’ Two weeks with Car Thing
Spotify's Car Thing isn't available for purchase, but you might have a better music streaming option for your drive already.
Read MoreRazer Anzu review: Smart glasses that are almost great
The Razer Anzu is a bit more appealing than other smart glasses thanks to blue-light-filtering lenses, long battery life and an affordable price.
Read MoreSurface Laptop 4 review (15-inch): A bigger, better ultraportable
The Surface Laptop 4 may look familiar, but it's a major upgrade over the last model.
Read MoreYoto is a podcast and audiobook machine built for kids
Kids can enjoy audiobooks and podcasts too thanks to the child-friendly Yoto Player and its library.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Testing Apple's AirTags
Today's headlines: CD Projekt Red made hundreds of millions on 'Cyberpunk 2077' made hundreds of millions despite the refunds, Signal hacked some Cellebrite's phone hacking software used by law enforcement and the next version of iOS may revamp notifications.
Read MoreApple's new AirTags are as simple as they should be
If there's one thing you should know about me, it's that I. Lose. Everything. That character flaw, in tandem with a complete inability to see things smack in front of my face sometimes, means I'm perhaps the perfect person to try out Apple's new AirTags. Good thing, then, that Apple sent along a few to test — along with a purple iPhone 12 running the new (and required) iOS 14.5 update.
Read MoreThe iPad Pro (2021) vs. the competition: The M1 and more
How does the newest iPad Pro measure up against other slates built for productivity?
Read MoreThe new iMac vs. the competition: Beneath the pretty colors
2021 just might be the year to invest in an all-in-one desktop like Apple's new iMac.
Read MoreArturia gives its Pigments super synth a massive free update
Pigments 3 adds a new synth engine, new wavetables, four new effects and 300 new presets.
Read MorePositive Grid Spark Pearl review: A high-tech guitar amp that's easy on the eyes
The Positive Grid Spark is one of, if not the most high-tech practice amp out there and packs a lot of versatility for $299.
Read MoreASUS Zephyrus G15 review (2021): All the gaming laptop you need
The ASUS Zephyrus G15 has almost everything we'd want in a gaming laptop.
Read MoreSony A1 review: The alpha of mirrorless cameras
After Canon released the R5 with 8K and fast shooting speeds, Sony is counter-punching with its new flagship, the 8K, 50-megapixel A1.
Read MoreOnePlus Watch review: Just get a Fitbit instead
OnePlus is promising a week's worth of juice in just 20 minutes. And its $159 price tag is another pro. But with a brand new OS and little else unique, the OnePlus Watch struggles to hold its own against the competition.
Read MoreICYMI: We check out the new Sonos Roam portable speaker
Here's a recap of all of Engadget's tech reviews this week, including those for the new Sonos speaker, OnePlus smartphone, Master & Dynamic earbuds and the Google Nest Hub.
Read MoreCan a gaming mouse filled with holes really be water resistant?
SteelSeries' Aerox 3 Wireless is an ultra-light gaming mouse full of holes that shakes off water like a duck.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on the Sonos Roam
Sonos just delivered the Roam, but it has a more secretive speaker on the way.
Read MoreFujifilm's $100 Instax Mini 40 offers vintage looks and simple features
Fujifilm has unveiled the Instax Mini 40, an instant film camera much like last year's Instax Mini 11 but with a new retro look and $30 higher price tag.
Read MoreSonos Roam review: The right speaker at the right price
The Sonos Roam is a slim, light, $170 speaker that competes directly with Bluetooth-enabled devices like the Ultimate Ears Boom and Megaboom options. Despite its small size and lower price tag, though, the Roam has a lot more features on board than the average Bluetooth speaker. And that might make it enticing — especially if you already own other Sonos devices.
Read MoreFender's Mustang Micro packs impressive amp modelling in a tiny package
Fender brings its amp modeling chops to a headphone guitar amp.
Read More8Bitdo’s Pro 2 sneaks premium features into a $50 gamepad
At first glance, 8Bitdo Pro 2 looks almost identical to its predecessor, but with two new button bumpers underneath the controller, it's even more appealing for a $50 controller.
Read MoreTheragun's pricey massage gun delivers on its muscle recovery promise
The Theragun Elite is a percussive therapy massage gun that helped my sore muscles recover from workouts and alleviate aches and pains.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Reviewing Google's sleep-stalking smart display
This week, Cherlynn and Devindra are joined by UK bureau chief Mat Smith to dive deeper into our review of Google's new Nest Hub. Is the sleep-tracking smart display creepy or cool? Plus, loads of updates from Google and a peek at Xiaomi's first foldable phone.
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Robotics (8)
NYPD stops using Boston Dynamics' robodog following backlash
The police force canceled its $94,000 lease and will return the robot to the company.
Read MoreDisney's latest robot will bring Groot and other characters to life
Project Kiwi could one day make Disney theme parks feel more real.
Read MoreSound location inspired by bat ears could help robots navigate outdoors
Researchers have developed bat-inspired, AI-guided sound location that could help robots navigate outside.
Read MoreCarnegie Mellon’s latest snakebot can swim underwater
You can now add swimming to the list of things Carnegie Mellon's snake robot can do.
Read MoreRobosen Robotics' Optimus Prime collectible responds to voice commands
Robosen Robotics has teamed up with Hasbro to build a programmable Optimus Prime collectible.
Read MoreBoston Dynamics' Spot robot tested in combat training with the French army
Boston Dynamics robotic dog Spot was one of several robots tested by the French army during training sessions at a military school in the northwest of France.
Read MoreGenesis broke a world record for the most drones in the sky
Hyundai's Genesis brand just broke a world record for the most drones airborne at the same time, putting 3,281 UAVs in the air for a publicity stunt.
Read MoreMIT researchers use radio waves to help robots find hidden objects
With a wrist-mounted camera and an RF reader, RF Grasp can find and pick up objects, even if they're initially hidden from sight.
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Samsung (13)
Engadget Podcast: Samsung's slew of Galaxy Book laptops
This week, Cherlynn and Devindra chat Samsung's latest Galaxy Unpacked fiesta and all its new laptops.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Samsung's new family of Galaxy Book laptops
Today's headlines: iPhone and Mac sales are way up from the start of the pandemic, Samsung unveils a new family of Galaxy Book laptops and CES plans a return as an in-person event in 2022.
Read MoreSamsung's profits rose in Q1, but the chip shortage looms over Q2
Samsung's consumer electronics profits hit a new record high for Q1, but the company warned investors that sales will slow in Q2 due to component shortages.
Read MoreWatch Samsung's Galaxy Book Pro event in 10 minutes
We recap everything Samsung announced at its recent Unpacked event devoted to the company's Galaxy Book laptop lineup.
Read MoreWatch Samsung's latest Galaxy Unpacked event with us at 10AM ET
Samsung is holding its third Galaxy Unpacked event of 2021 at 10AM Eastern — here's how to watch with us.
Read MoreSamsung opens Galaxy Upcycling beta to turn old phones into IoT gadgets
Samsung is opening up its Galaxy Upcycling at Home beta to users in the US, UK and Korea.
Read MoreSamsung is hosting yet another Unpacked event on April 28th
The event will be livestreamed on April 28th, and the invite teases that "the most powerful Galaxy is coming."
Read MoreLeak hints Samsung's Galaxy S21 FE will use a 'traditional' design
A reported Galaxy S21 FE leak hints Samsung's next value-for-money phone will sport a familiar but more conventional design.
Read MoreSamsung’s iTest offers a look at Galaxy Android on iPhone
If you're using an iPhone and thinking about switching to a Galaxy device, Samsung has unveiled a website to let you "sample the other side."
Read MoreRumors claim Samsung will make OLED TVs with LG panels next year
A big shakeup might be coming to the AV world as Samsung may start producing OLED TVs with panels sourced by rival LG, according to a report from Korean broadcaster MTN.
Read MoreSamsung’s new Galaxy A phone lineup includes its cheapest 5G model yet
Between the Galaxy S21 series and the foldables it plans to release later this year, Samsung is pretty much set with premium smartphones. For anyone who doesn't want to drop flagship levels of cash, though, Samsung just pulled back the curtain on a bevy of new affordable models for the US, including the company's cheapest 5G smartphone yet.
Read MoreSamsung drops the price of the Galaxy Z Fold2 5G by $200
The foldable can be all yours for $1,800.
Read MoreSamsung's SmartTag+ Bluetooth tracker is finally available for pre-order
More than two months after it was announced, Samsung's SmartTag+ Bluetooth item tracker is finally available to pre-order ahead of an April 12th release date.
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Science (7)
Fukushima's nuclear meltdown hasn't been the environmental calamity we feared
Despite the initial fallout from the Fukushima Daiichi incident the massive ecological disaster that many initially feared has, so far, failed to materialize.
Read MoreThe world's 'most powerful' tidal turbine is nearly ready to power on
Once it's connected to the European Marine Energy Centre off the Orkney Islands, the two megawatt O2 will have the capacity to generate enough energy to power 2,000 UK households annually.
Read MoreHigh Hopes plans to extract atmospheric CO2 with hot air balloons
Freezing CO2 is easier just below the stratosphere.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How Planck's 'chain of tiny beads' helps explain why lightbulbs work
'Einstein's Fridge' author Paul Sen explores the works and quirks of the pioneering researchers — from Lord Kelvin and James Joule to Emmy Noether, Alan Turing, and Stephen Hawking — who sought to understand how heat helped shape the known universe.
Read MoreHow gadgets could open the potential of lucid dreaming
Recent experiments show we can learn in our dreams. What else could we do with the right technology?
Read MoreNeuralink's brain-computer interface demo shows a monkey playing Pong
Elon Musk's Neuralink is building brain-computer interfaces, like the one that allows this monkey to control a game of Pong with its thoughts.
Read MoreScientists show you can collect DNA from the air
Scientists have shown that you can collect DNA from the air, opening new ways to study airborne diseases and investigate crimes.
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Smartphones (21)
Android earthquake alerts are now live in Greece and New Zealand
Google is rolling out its Android earthquake detection feature in New Zealand and Greece after launching the system in parts of the US.
Read MoreOgling Apple's purple iPhone 12
Look, there really isn't much to say about the new, purple iPhone 12. It's roughly the same pastel shade that last year's purple iPhone 11 came in, which means it's more of a lavender than anything else. (If you're a connoisseur of Southeast Asian flavors, I should point out this iPhone's hue is nearly a dead ringer for some varieties of delicious Ube ice cream.) You'll also be able to pre-order one starting this Friday, if for some reason the white, black, red, blue, or green models didn't already do it for you. That's... about it.
Read MoreThe third Android 12 developer preview improves haptics and in-app links
This preview adds haptic feedback options for developers, new app launch animations and improved link management in apps, which are features we expect to arrive in the next major version of Android.
Read MoreiOS 14.5 will roll out next week
You can now set your iPhone to unlock if it detects your watch in the area.
Read MoreThe iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini are now available in purple
Apple's iPhone 12 will be available in purple.
Read MoreThe Morning After: TCL's Fold n' Roll phone transforms between three sizes
TCL has a funky concept phone to show off and LG is ready to sell its ultra-expensive rollable TV.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra gets eSIM support for T-Mobile in the US
T-Mobile has rolled out an update for the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra that adds eSIM support to the phone, allowing you to use your number without having to slot in a physical SIM.
Read MoreTCL reveals three new affordable ‘20’ series smartphones
The cheap phone announcements have been coming hard and fast this month: first, there was Samsung's slew of Galaxy A devices, then HMD's revamped line of Nokia phones, and now TCL is expanding its line of 20-series smartphones with a few new models.
Read MoreTCL’s latest concept phone combines a folding screen with a rollable one
TCL revealed more than just a handful of budget phones today — it also pulled back the curtain on yet another wild concept device that we'll probably never get to buy. It's called the Fold n' Roll, and really, the name says it all.
Read MoreSony’s new Xperia 1 III smartphone is a love letter to photography nerds
Last year's Xperia 1 II might have been a mobile photographer's dream come true, but it was far from perfect — it didn't have 5G in the US, its design could feel awkward, and it focused on the camera experience over just about everything else. But in designing the new Xperia 1 III, Sony seems to have addressed, well, just about everything we didn't like about the last one.
Read MoreAndroid's latest feature reminds you to avoid distracted walking
Google is rolling out a 'Heads Up' feature on Android that will remind you to stop using your phone while you're walking.
Read MoreGoogle says the Pixel 5a 5G is coming this year despite cancelation rumors
However, it'll only be available in the US and Japan due to a global chip shortage.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Michio Kaku on 'The God Equation,' LG gives up on phones
This week, we explore why the Biden admission is bringing on Big Tech critics like Lina Khan and Tim Wu. It seems like they're gearing up to regulate the tech world even more.
Read MoreGE is working to put COVID-19 virus-detecting sensors in phones
Scientists at GE Research have been awarded a grant to develop tiny sensors that can be embedded inside phones to identify COVID-19 particles on surfaces.
Read MoreHMD revamps its Nokia smartphone lineup with six new affordable models
HMD first made a name for itself by remaking a classic feature phone — and triggering an avalanche of hype in the process. The Finnish company has been dutifully churning out Nokia-branded smartphones ever since, but during an online launch event today, HMD was eager to prove that it's been up to more than business as usual. For one, those numbers-only model names are gone, replaced by three new smartphone ranges: the X, G, and C series. And to make getting connected even easier, the company is making an end-run around its usual carrier partners by lighting up an HMD-branded MVNO in the UK with a global roll-out to follow.
Read MoreLG makes a 'three year pledge' on updates for its Android phones
LG says its premium smartphones will receive up to three Android OS upgrades from the year of purchase.
Read MoreRemembering LG's finest (and strangest) phones
LG has never been the biggest, most important smartphone maker, but consumers always benefit from more competition — it drives smartphone makers to innovate faster, and to make those innovations more affordable. But nothing lasts forever. Rather than sit around all glum, though, I think our time is better spent remembering some of the truly great — and truly wild — phones LG has made over the years.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 5 April update appears to boost GPU performance
Google's Pixel 5 flagship phone has reportedly witnessed a massive improvement in GPU performance following an April security update.
Read MoreThe Morning After: LG quits the smartphone race
Today's headlines: LG quits the smartphone race, scientists demonstrate how DNA can be collected from the air and Hyundai's Genesis broke the world record for the most drones in the sky.
Read MoreYou still can't buy the base OnePlus 9 Pro
OnePlus has delayed sales of the base 9 Pro, leaving customers no choice but to buy the higher-end model.
Read MoreSony will unveil a new Xperia device on April 14th
Sony is launching a new Xperia product on April 14th at 4:30PM Japan time or 3:30AM Eastern time in the US.
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Social Media (44)
TikTok’s new CEO is an executive from its parent company
TikTok announced today Shouzi Chew, the current chief financial officer of parent company ByteDance, will take over leading the firm.
Read MoreTwitter quickly gained a lot of new users in 2020 thanks to the pandemic
Twitter just posted earnings for the first quarter of 2021, and it sheds a light on how much the company grew during the ongoing pandemic. On average, Twitter had 199 million daily active users in Q1 2021, up almost 20 percent compared to the 166 million Twitter counted one year ago, when the scope of the COVID-19 pandemic had recently become clear.
Read MoreInstagram tries to take on Clubhouse with audio-only livestreams
Facebook has introduced a new feature inside of Instagram Live that allows you to turn off your phone's camera when broadcasting.
Read MoreFacebook temporarily blocked searches for 'resignModi'
Facebook temporarily blocked searches for a hashtag that called for the resignation of India's prime minister.
Read MoreInstagram is working on creator shops and a 'branded content marketplace' for influencers
Instagram is working on a suite of new tools for influencers, including creator shops, affiliate commerce and a "branded content marketplace."
Read MoreAnti-Defamation League: Twitch should invest in moderation tools
ADL figured out why Jimmy Fallon's Twitch streams were more toxic than AOC's.
Read MoreTwitter is adding a COVID-19 vaccine fact box to user timelines
Starting this week, Twitter users will see a prompt at the top of their timeline with information on COVID-19 vaccines, the company said on Monday.
Read MoreClubhouse's first sports deal lets you tune into NFL Draft Week
Clubhouse has landed an NFL deal that lets you follow Draft Week, including chats with athletes and coaches.
Read MoreEnglish soccer to boycott social media for four days over racist abuse
English football is boycotting social media for four days starting later this month to pile pressure on Facebook and Twitter to combat racist abuse online.
Read MoreReddit sued for failing to pull child sexual abuse content
Reddit has been sued for allegedly refusing to pull child sexual abuse material despite repeated attempts.
Read MoreIndia orders Twitter to pull tweets criticizing its COVID-19 response
India has ordered Twitter to pull dozens of tweets criticizing the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read MoreSenate hearing on algorithms will include Facebook, Twitter and YouTube execs
Early next week, executives from Facebook, Twitter and YouTube will participate in a Senate Judiciary hearing on algorithmic amplification.
Read MoreSnapchat now has more Android users than iOS
Snapchat continues to grow, thanks to an improved Android app and interest in its Spotlight feature.
Read MoreTwitch is adding threaded replies to chat
In an effort to make all of that chaos more manageable, Twitch is introducing threaded conversations.
Read MoreTwitter rolls out 4K image support on Android and iOS
Following a test the company ran in March, Twitter users on both iOS and Android can now upload and view images at 4K.
Read MoreInstagram is bringing ads to Reels
Less than a year after launching its TikTok clone, Instagram is bringing ads to Reels.
Read MoreTwitter is testing professional profiles for businesses
Twitter has started testing its redesigned profile for businesses that allows owners to display more information potential customers can see.
Read MoreThe US Postal Service is monitoring social media for 'inflammatory' postings
According to Yahoo News, the Postal Service's law enforcement arm — the United States Postal Inspection Service or USPIS — has been running a surveillance program called the Internet Covert Operations Program (iCOP).
Read MoreInstagram adds new anti-harassment tools to block abusive DMs
Instagram is adding new features to prevent harassment in direct messages.
Read MoreTikTok uploads are broken
Many TikTok users are currently unable to post to the app due to a strange issue affecting uploads to the video app.
Read MoreFacebook introduces new audio features to compete with Clubhouse
Facebook will test several new audio features, including audio-only "rooms" for live chats, as well as "soundbites," for sharing short voice messages, and a new podcasting feature.
Read MoreNextdoor will display 'anti-racism notification' if it notices discriminatory language
Nextdoor has introduced "anti-racism notifications" to prevent discriminatory language.
Read MoreReddit reveals its version of Clubhouse's audio chat rooms
AMAs could be about to get much more candid in Reddit Talk.
Read MoreDiscord softens its iOS NSFW server ban
Discord has partly lifted a ban on NSFW servers on iOS, letting you opt in to most of these chats.
Read MoreYes, Twitter was down -- at least on the East Coast (updated)
Twitter is down for some people, if not everyone.
Read MoreFacebook’s Oversight Board has delayed its decision on Trump’s suspension
The board needs more time to review the thousands of public comments it received.
Read MoreFacebook tests a new feature to recommend businesses in News Feed
Facebook is testing a new feature that will recommend posts from businesses in users' News Feeds.
Read MoreFBI director: Social media is ‘key amplifier’ of domestic extremism
Social media platforms play a pivotal role in amplifying domestic extremism, according to FBI Director Christopher Wray. "
Read MoreTwitch is purging 7.5 million bots that inflated view and follower counts
Twitch has discovered over 7.5 million bot accounts that have been inflating streamer stats.
Read MoreTwitch is failing trans streamers, so Peer2Peer is stepping up
Identity-based tags allow marginalized streamers to build safer communities.
Read MoreInstagram is still trying to figure out the best way to hide likes
Instagram is testing a new way to hide likes in its first major update to the long-running experiment.
Read MoreFacebook's Oversight Board will consider appeals to remove content
Facebook's Oversight Board now accepts appeals to remove content, not just restore it.
Read MoreMuslim civil rights group sues Facebook for 'misleading' content moderation claims
A new consumer protection lawsuit alleges Facebook executives like Mark Zuckerberg and Sheryl Sandberg have misled Congress and the American public by falsely stating the company removes content that violates its policies.
Read MoreFacebook's experimental app Hotline is like Clubhouse with video
Facebook is testing an app called Hotline that shares some of the features of the invitation-only audio chat room app Clubhouse, but allows speakers, or creators to appear on video.
Read MoreThe National Archives won't be able to host Donald Trump's tweets on Twitter
Twitter won't allow the National Archives to host an archive of Trump's tweets on the social media network.
Read MoreTikTok is adding six new interactive, musical filters
Starting today, TikTok is rolling out new music-themed filters that promise greater interactivity.
Read MoreYouTube is once again the most popular social media platform
Facebook and YouTube are still the most dominant social media platforms in the United States, but only YouTube is still growing.
Read MorePinterest launches a Creator Fund to pay influencers
Pinterest is launching a "Creator Fund" to pay a small group of influencers to create content for the platform. It also wrote a "Creator Code" to keep its influencers positive.
Read MoreTikTok is finally adding automatic captions
TikTok is taking a big step toward making its app more accessible: the app is adding automatic captions, which allows video makers to create subtitles for their clips.
Read MoreClubhouse teams up with Stripe so anybody can send creators money
Clubhouse has teamed up with Stripe to introduce Clubhouse Payments, which gives all users a way to send money directly to speakers on the platform.
Read MoreDiscord banned 2,212 servers for extremist content in the second half of 2020
Discord also deleted 30,000 accounts for promoting violent or extremist content.
Read MoreSupreme Court vacates ruling that prevented Trump from blocking Twitter critics
Not that it matters too much for Trump anyway after Twitter permanently banned him.
Read MorePornhub's first transparency report details how it addresses illegal content
Pornhub has published its first ever transparency report that sheds light on its content moderation practices and reports its received from January 2020 to December 2020.
Read MoreNow Twitter lets you add stickers and GIFs to fleets
Twitter has updated fleets with the ability to embellish them with fun stickers without having to use another app.
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Space (31)
NASA, SpaceX pause work on the lunar lander deal due to contract challenges
SpaceX will have to hold off work on a lunar lander for NASA while the government reviews protests from Blue Origin and SpaceX.
Read MoreNASA wants to use its Mars helicopter to support Perseverance rover
After making history and completing two additional flights, NASA's Ingenuity Mars Helicopter could soon attempt even more ambitious forays into the skies of the Red Planet.
Read MoreStratolaunch completes second flight of world's largest plane
Stratolaunch hascompleted the second test flight of its carrier vehicle, which is currently known for being the world's largest aircraft by wingspan.
Read MoreNASA wants to go farther and faster for fourth Mars helicopter flight
NASA has announced that the helicopter's fourth flight is scheduled to take off on April 29th at 10:12 AM Eastern time.
Read MoreApollo 11 astronaut Michael Collins dies at 90
Collins flew Apollo 11's command module around the Moon as Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin visited the surface.
Read MoreDeepfake satellite images pose serious military and political challenges
Research shows how deepfake satellite imagery could be used to fool military strategists, politicians and others.
Read MoreBlue Origin is challenging SpaceX's Artemis lander contract from NASA
Jeff's Bezos' rocket company claims NASA improperly awarded the contract to its rival.
Read MoreNASA's Mars helicopter travels farther and faster on its third flight
NASA's Ingenuity Mars helicopter has completed its third flight, traveling much farther and faster than before.
Read MoreSpaceX's reused Crew Dragon capsule docks with the ISS
Crew Dragon has docked with the International Space Station as part of the Crew-2 mission, marking the first time SpaceX has reused a crewed capsule.
Read MoreNew space radar in Costa Rica can track even tiny orbital debris
There's a new giant space radar in Costa Rica that can track orbital debris as small as two centimeters.
Read MoreSpaceX successfully launches four astronauts into orbit for ISS rendezvous
SpaceX has successfully launched four astronauts into orbit en route to the International Space Station (ISS) and stuck the landing with the Falcon 9's first stage booster.
Read MoreWatch SpaceX's first ISS astronaut launch with a reused Falcon rocket
SpaceX set for its second operational Crew Dragon mission (Crew-2) to launch four astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) at 5:49 AM ET today.
Read MoreThe Morning After: NASA's Perseverance rover is making oxygen on Mars
Today's headlines: PlayStation Plus could soon include a video service, NASA's Perseverance rover turns a tiny bit of Mars air into breathable oxygen and Samsung's gadget Upcycling beta comes to the US.
Read MoreNASA's Perseverance rover turns a tiny bit of Mars air into breathable oxygen
On April 20th, Perseverance successfully pulled carbon dioxide from the planet's atmosphere and converted it into oxygen.
Read MoreRussia is considering leaving the ISS for its own space station
Russia's space agency Roscosmos has reportedly started work on its own orbiting space station as it considers leaving the ISS by 2025.
Read MoreAmazon's first Project Kuiper internet satellites will launch aboard Atlas V rockets
The rockets will help Amazon start putting the more than 3,200 satellites that will eventually make up its Project Kuiper constellation in low Earth orbit.
Read MoreNASA's Mars helicopter becomes the first aircraft to fly on another planet
NASA's Ingenuity Mars helicopter has completed its initial flight, marking the first time an aircraft has flown on another planet.
Read MoreNASA will attempt to fly its Mars helicopter on April 19th
NASA now expects to fly its Mars helicopter Ingenuity no earlier than April 19th, with live coverage that morning.
Read MoreThe Morning After: SpaceX's Starship secures a lunar lander deal with NASA
SpaceX got good news on Friday, and we're preparing for the Apple spring event on Tuesday
Read MoreIngenuity Mars Helicopter completes a 'spin test,' moves closer to flight
Completing a spin test means the Ingenuity Mars copter could be a step closer to its first flight.
Read MoreSpaceX wins NASA's Artemis lunar lander contract
Elon Musk's company will take astronauts to the Moon for the first time since 1972.
Read MoreSpaceX gets the go-ahead for Crew Dragon launch to ISS next week
NASA and SpaceX's Crew Dragon is a go for liftoff to the International Space Station next week following the completion of a Flight Readiness Review.
Read MoreDARPA picks Lockheed Martin and Blue Origin to build nuclear spacecraft
DARPA has picked Jeff Bezo's Blue Origin, Lockheed Martin and General Atomics to build and demonstrate a spacecraft driven by nuclear thermal propulsion.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Even NASA’s Mars drone needs software updates
Today's headlines: Domino's starts making autonomous pizza deliveries, Apple is reportedly working on a speaker with Apple TV built-in and NASA's Mars drone needed a software update.
Read MoreNorthrop's servicing robot extends the life of an orbiting satellite by five years
Northrop Grumman's Mission Extension Vehicle-2 clamped onto Intelsat's IS-10-02 communications satellite and extended its lifespan by five years.
Read MoreBlue Origin's 15th New Shepard test flight serves as an astronaut rehearsal
The launch window for New Shepard's 15th test flight opens on April 14th, 9AM Eastern time. That particular test, aptly codenamed NS-15, will serve as a verification step for the vehicle and its operations prior to flying astronauts to suborbital space.
Read MoreNASA's Mars copter needs a software update ahead of its flight test
The Ingenuity copter should be ready to fly on Mars after it downloads an update... from 174 million miles away.
Read MoreNASA delays Mars helicopter flight to at least April 14th
NASA has delayed the first flight of its Mars helicopter to at least April 14 after an issue during a test.
Read MoreRocket Lab's next reusable rocket mission will test a new heat shield
Rocket Lab hopes to validate its previous findings and test a new heat shield the company designed to protect Electron from temperatures as hot as 4,352 degrees Fahrenheit.
Read MoreWe're entombing the Earth in an impenetrable shell of dead satellites
A recent study suggests that there is now nowhere on Earth free from the light pollution produced by overhead debris and satellites. Researchers expect that problem to only get worse as mega-constellations of internet-beaming mini-satellites, like SpaceX's Starlink program, take off.
Read MoreNASA deploys Mars helicopter before its pioneering first flight
NASA's Perserverance rover has deployed the Ingenuity helicopter on Mars ahead of its historic first flight.
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Streaming (56)
Hulu expands its live TV service with ViacomCBS networks
Comedy Central, BET, MTV and more are available to watch today.
Read MoreRoku pulls YouTube TV from its store as Google feud deepens
Existing users can still access the app on their Roku device.
Read MoreYouTube is testing SoundCloud-like timestamped comments
YouTube has started testing a new feature that gives you a quick way to view comments "timed to the exact moment you're watching in a video."
Read MoreHBO Max will reportedly drop to $10 per month if you accept ads
When AT&T debuts HBO Max's new ad-supported tier in June, it will cost $10 per month, according to a report from CNBC.
Read MoreNetflix finally rolls out its shuffle play feature
You'll find the Play Something option on the profile select screen or in the navigation menu.
Read MoreSpotify now has 158 million Premium subscribers
It's slower growth after an explosive 2020, but one that Spotify was expecting.
Read MoreChromecast with Google TV and new Roku devices get certified for HDR10+
The number of devices certified for HDR10+ support grew just a bit more, now that Chromecast with Google TV and new Roku devices have joined the list.
Read MoreNHL Turner Sports deal includes live game rights for HBO Max
WarnerMedia has secured streaming rights to 72 regular season games, including the league's annual outdoor Winter Classic game.
Read MoreNetflix will stream 'Sailor Moon Eternal' starting June 3rd
A new 'Sailor Moon' double feature will make its worldwide debut on Netflix in June.
Read MoreDraftKings spends $50 million on former ESPN podcast 'The Dan Le Batard Show'
One of the most sought-after sports podcasts has an unlikely new home.
Read MoreSpotify counters Apple with its own podcast subscription plan
Spotify will take on Apple with its own paid podcast subscription platform, but it won't take a cut for the first two years.
Read MoreSiriusXM buys design podcast '99% Invisible'
SiriusXM has acquired 99% Invisible Inc., the company behind the popular design and architecture podcast of the same name.
Read MoreYouTube starts airing COVID-19 vaccine PSAs
The service has been taking down videos containing vaccine misinformation.
Read MoreSpotify is raising the price of its family plan in the US
Spotify is increasing the price of its Premium Family plan in the US.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Netflix's big night at the Oscars
Today's headlines: Netflix has its best night ever at the Oscars, Google tests out faster Assistant voice commands and SpaceX's reused Crew Dragon capsule docks with the ISS.
Read MoreNetflix has its best night ever at the Oscars with seven wins
Netflix had its best night ever at the Academy Awards, taking seven Oscars out of 31 nominations, including two wins for Ma Rainey's Black Bottom and two for Mank, leading all studios.
Read MoreESPN+ will stream a Marvel-themed NBA game on May 3rd
Golden State Warriors and New Orleans Pelicans players will battle to become Marvel's first champion.
Read MoreYouTube adds more video quality settings to its mobile apps
'Data saver' and 'higher picture quality' modes have arrived.
Read MoreSpotify might counter Apple with its own podcast subscription service
Spotify may reportedly launch paid podcast subscriptions next week, offering an answer to Apple's just-launched feature.
Read MoreNetflix recruits the Hype House's TikTok megastars for a reality show
Imagine 'The Real World' with social media influencers who already know each other.
Read MoreYouTube makes it easier for creators to change channel name and profile picture
They can make the switch without affecting their Google account details.
Read MoreSony is already testing its PlayStation Plus Video Pass in Poland
Well, that was fast. Just one day after Sony accidentally shared an image promoting its new "PlayStation Plus Video Pass", the company has confirmed that the feature is live and being publicly testing the feature right now. The only catch? You need to be in Poland to use it.
Read MoreDisney's new deal with Sony gets Spider-Man flicks on Disney+
Sony already had a streaming deal with Netflix, but now it has a new agreement with Disney that locks in films for Disney+ and Hulu.
Read More'Roku Originals' will become the new name for Quibi's catalog
Roku is getting closer to releasing that host of content it picked up from Quibi.
Read More'Ted Lasso' season two hits Apple TV+ on July 23rd
Ted Lasso returns to Apple TV+ on July 23rd.
Read MoreNetflix's subscriber numbers fall off from 2020's boom
Netflix has 207 million customers, but only added 4 million in the last quarter.
Read MoreWhat's on TV this week: 'Mortal Kombat,' 'Shadow and Bone'
This week 'Mortal Kombat' streams on HBO Max, MLB the Show crosses over to Xbox, and Netflix dives into sci-fi and fantasy.
Read MoreFacebook and Spotify will team up on 'Project Boombox'
Facebook and Spotify will team up on new music features that will allow people to listen to music while they use the Facebook app.
Read MoreApple Music pays a penny per stream, double Spotify's rate
But Spotify users typically stream more songs, leading to higher payouts overall.
Read MoreNetflix's 'Resident Evil' series premieres in July
'Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness' is coming to Netflix in July.
Read MoreDisney's latest MCU series accounted for 495 million minutes of streaming in one week
It should come as no surprise, but The Falcon and the Winter Soldier is a massive success for Disney+.
Read MoreArcade Fire release a 45-minute song through Headspace's mindfulness app
'Memories In The Age Of Anxiety' appears on a John Legend-curated playlist.
Read MoreSpotify adds more livestream platforms to its virtual event listings
Spotify began showing virtual event listings last fall, but now it's expanding that info so you can easily keep up with livestreams.
Read MorePlex's latest funding will boost its own streaming catalog while supporting others
Plex has raised $50 million in new funding as part of its bid to become a one-stop shop for all things streaming.
Read MoreSpotify's improved podcast charts now rank individual episodes
Spotify is giving users the chance to discover even relatively unknown podcasts by launching a "Top Episodes" ranking for its charts.
Read MoreLudwig Ahgren breaks the Twitch subscriber record with a 31-day live stream
Ludwig Ahgren's month-long "subathon" ends tonight after the streamer broke Twitch's all-time record for subscribers.
Read MoreApple TV+ docuseries will explore high-tech music production with Mark Ronson
'Watch the Sound with Mark Ronson' premieres on July 30th on Apple TV+.
Read MoreRoku unveils an Express 4K+ set-top box and its first rechargeable remote
Roku's entry-level streaming box is getting a 4K upgrade: the $40 Roku Express 4K+. And it's finally unveiling a rechargeable voice remote.
Read MoreSpotify's voice-controlled 'Car Thing' is available for some subscribers
Spotify admitted its voice-controlled in-car streaming player existed in 2019. Now you might have a chance to actually use it.
Read MoreRoku's OS 10 brings AirPlay 2 and HomeKit support to its HD streaming devices
Roku has started rolling out its latest operating system, and it will gives its HD streaming devices AirPlay 2 and HomeKit compatibility.
Read MoreThe Google Play video app will leave Roku, Vizio, LG and Samsung's TV platforms
Google is discontinuing the Google Play Movies and TV app for Samsung, LG and Vizio smart TVs, as well as Roku devices.
Read MoreTwitch viewership more than doubled over the last year
Twitch viewership has doubled in the space of a year thanks to the pandemic, and rivals like YouTube have also grown.
Read MoreSpotify explains how its voice assistant uses your data
Spotify has outlined how its 'Hey Spotify' voice assistant works, including how it uses your data.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Netflix made a major movie deal with Sony Pictures
Neuralink plugged a monkey's brain into Pong, and also other things happened.
Read MoreDiscovery+ is the latest streaming service to land on Comcast Xfinity set-top boxes
It's available on Flex now, and it's coming to X1 boxes soon.
Read MoreNetflix will get exclusive streaming rights to future Sony films
Netflix will get exclusive streaming rights to all of Sony's upcoming movies, including the next installment in the Spider-Man franchise.
Read MoreWarner Bros is going back to theater-first releases in 2022
Movies like 'The Batman' won't hit HBO Max on the same day they arrive in theaters.
Read MoreMST3K's latest kickstarter is funding a new streaming platform
Mystery Science Theater 3000 returns to Kickstarter to fund its latest comeback, with greater aspirations this time around.
Read MoreApple TV+ will stream another 'Mythic Quest' bonus episode ahead of season two
Anthony Hopkins guest stars in 'Everlight,' an episode about a post-quarantine return to the office.
Read MoreYouTube says it's doing better at removing videos that go against its policies
Short for Violative View Rate, the stat details the percentage of views on YouTube that come from content that violates the company's community guidelines.
Read MoreApple TV+ unveils its first combination podcast and TV series
Apple TV+ is branching out with its first combination of a podcast with an original show, bolstering its documentary 'The Line' with an audio series.
Read More'Star Trek: Picard' season two will debut on Paramount+ in 2022
'Star Trek: Picard' season 2 will debut in 2022 with an old frenemy in tow.
Read MoreA Hulu docuseries based on the The New York Times' 1619 Project is on the way
The Pulitzer-winning project examined the history of slavery in the US.
Read MoreWhat's coming to Netflix in April: 'Shadow and Bone' and 'The Mitchells vs. The Machines'
Catch 'Shadow and Bone' on April 23rd and 'The Mitchells vs. The Machines' on the last day of the month.
Read MoreRoku's streaming plans aim to fill the gaps Netflix can't
Roku is planning to bolster the library of films and TV series on its homegrown channel.
Read MoreComcast may pull Universal movies from Netflix to boost its Peacock offering
Comcast is reportedly considering pulling its Universal Pictures movies and popular animated films from Netflix and HBO Max in order to boost Peacock.
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TV & Movies (17)
Watch the trailer for the final season of Netflix's 'Castlevania'
Netflix has released a two-and-a-half minute trailer to give you a glimpse of what you can expect from the final season of Castlevania.
Read MoreHTC Vive and Bandai Namco are bringing anime to VR
In a move that will surely delight every tech-obsessed otaku out there, HTC Vive and Bandai Namco have announced a partnership to bring popular anime experiences into VR.
Read More‘The Falcon and Winter Soldier’ fails to pay off on its initial promise
Disney+ promised us Marvel shows that would tie into the movies but the finale of 'The Falcon and Winter Soldier' just sent us back to the beginning.
Read MoreWhat's on TV: 'Returnal' and 'Yasuke'
This week we're looking forward to Netflix's new anime Yasuke, The Mitchells vs. the Machines and Returnal on PS5.
Read MoreElon Musk will host 'Saturday Night Live' on May 8th
Elon Musk will host the May 8th episode of 'Saturday Night Live' in an unusual move for a tech CEO.
Read MoreThe new 'Mortal Kombat' movie isn't just about the violence
Screenwriter Greg Russo says he intentionally injected some levity, for old time's sake.
Read More'Sonic the Hedgehog 2' is getting another spikey sidekick
A familiar sidekick is headed to the Sonic sequel.
Read MoreNetflix is working on a live-action Gundam movie
Kong: Skull Island's Jordan Vogt-Roberts will produce and direct the film.
Read MoreThe next Star Trek movie is scheduled for 2023
Paramount has delayed 'Top Gun: Maverick' and 'Mission: Impossible 7' in a shakeup of its release calendar.
Read MoreFeds allege actor's $690 million Ponzi scheme lied about selling movies to Netflix
A small-time actor has been arrested and charged with fraud for allegedly stealing hundreds of millions from investors by claiming he could sell film rights to Netflix and HBO.
Read MoreWhat's on TV this week: 'Them,' 'Thunder Force' and 'Republic Commando'
This week Netflix premieres a new superhero flick with Melissa McCarthy and a Dolly Parton tribute.
Read MoreSeason two of 'Star Trek: Lower Decks' hits Paramount+ on August 12th
Animated comedy 'Star Trek: Lower Decks' gets a second season on Paramount+ this summer.
Read MoreThe new season of 'Star Trek: Discovery' debuts later this year
'Star Trek: Discovery' season four will debut later this year on Paramount+.
Read More'Loki' trailer previews a multi-dimensional, time-traveling adventure
The MCU's god of mischief returns on June 11th on Disney+.
Read MoreNetflix, Apple and Disney were big winners at the SAG Awards
Netflix, Apple and Disney+ were big winners at the SAG Awards, with 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom' and 'Ted Lasso' among the highlights.
Read More'Space Jam: A New Legacy' trailer pays tribute to sci-fi
The trailer for 'Space Jam: A New Legacy' has arrived, showing its sci-fi premise ahead of its July 16th debut on HBO Max.
Read MoreILM explains how it used Stagecraft 2.0 for season two of 'The Mandalorian'
ILM made StageCraft better and easier to use.
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Wearables (16)
The Ascend is a robotic knee brace on a budget
Bay Area startup Roam Robotics has a less intensive and expensive means of getting folks with mobility issues back on their feet. It's called the Ascend and it's a sub-$10k exoskeletal knee brace for everybody.
Read MoreICYMI: Where OnePlus went wrong with its first smartwatch
This week's tech reviews include the Sony A1 camera, the ASUS Zephyrus G15 gaming laptop, the Positive Grid Spark Pearl and the OnePlus Watch.
Read MoreMontblanc's fitness-centric Wear OS smartwatch arrives in the US for $860
The fitness-centric Montblanc Summit Lite smartwatch is coming to the US for $860.
Read MoreGarmin's Venu 2 smartwatches offer sleep scores and health snapshots
Garmin has unveiled the Venu 2 and smaller Venu 2S fitness-oriented smartwatches with a host of extra health features over the original Venu model.
Read MoreOnePlus Watch is getting an always-on display after abysmal reviews
OnePlus is rolling out an update that should improve activity tracking.
Read MoreMagic Leap 2 is coming later this year, says CEO Peggy Johnson
The business-focused headset will be generally available to buy in early 2022.
Read MoreHTC 'Vive Air' wireless headset leaks on design award site
HTC Vive is getting set to release a fitness-focused VR headset called the Vive Air, according to a leak from the World Design Guide awards.
Read MoreSony is releasing its WH-1000XM4 headphones in white for a limited time
Sony is releasing a white version of its WH-1000XM4 headphones for a limited time in Europe.
Read MoreFitbit's $150 Luxe is another attempt to make a stylish fitness tracker
The company is announcing the Fitbit Luxe today — which it's calling a "fashion-forward fitness and wellness tracker... in an effortlessly chic bracelet design."
Read MoreFitbit is reportedly working on a 'luxury' fitness tracker
A leak may have revealed the Fitbit Luxe, an upscale fitness tracker for those who want fashion without a smartwatch.
Read MoreUrbanista says its solar-powered headphones can basically play endlessly
The Urbanista Los Angeles ANC set can convert all light into power.
Read MoreFitbit is offering a $50 discount on Charge 4 trackers
Fitbit is currently offering sit Charge 4 activity tracker and its special edition model with an extra band for $50 off.
Read MoreWill.i.am's Xupermask is a $299 HEPA face mask with ANC earphones built in
Will.i.am has partnered with Honeywell on the Xupermask face mask featuring integrated earbuds with active noise cancellation and a mic.
Read MoreSamsung's Adidas-branded Galaxy Buds Pro come in a snapback-shaped case
Samsung is doing some co-branding with Adidas as a way to create some buzz around its wireless earbud products, while buffing up its eco-friendly bonafides.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Casio will make a G-Shock smartwatch with Wear OS
Google's wearable OS meets Casio's smartwatch, and Amazon thought about opening discount stores.
Read MoreCasio unveils its first G-Shock smartwatch with Wear OS
Casio has unveiled its first G-Shock rugged smartwatch using Google's Wear OS platform.
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Xbox (9)
Epic is deliberately keeping 'Fortnite' off Microsoft's Xbox Cloud Game service
Epic sees the platform as competitive with its PC offerings.
Read MoreFree-to-play Xbox games no longer require Xbox Live Gold to play online
Starting today, all Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S owners can play free online multiplayer games without an Xbox Live Gold membership.
Read MoreXbox Cloud Gaming beta arrives on iOS and Windows PCs
Microsoft is sending invitations to try the Xbox Cloud Gaming beta on iPhone, iPad and Windows 10 PCs.
Read MoreMicrosoft's Xbox Wireless Headset offers spatial audio for $100
Microsoft's affordable wireless headset supports spatial audio formats including Dolby Atmos.
Read More'Halo: Master Chief Collection' now supports keyboard and mouse on Xbox
Halo: Master Chief Collection (MCC) Season 6 has arrived for Xbox and PC and a new patch has enabled a much anticipated feature on Xbox: mouse and keyboard support.
Read More'Grand Theft Auto V' returns to Xbox Game Pass on April 8th
You'll be able to play Rockstar's blockbuster on your phone via the cloud.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Xbox mini-fridges are really happening
A real Xbox fridge might not be exactly like the one Microsoft gave Snoop Dogg, but we're going to find out.
Read MoreOfficial Xbox Series X mini fridges are coming
Microsoft is honoring a promise to make Xbox Series X mini fridges after winning a Twitter battle.
Read More'MLB The Show 21' is coming to Xbox Game Pass at launch
Subscribers can play a PlayStation Studios game at no extra cost. Strange times.
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