Dell’s $200 4K webcam uses a low-light Sony sensor
Dell is releasing the 4K UltraSharp Webcam with HDR today.
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Razer made a tiny 130W GaN charger that costs $180
Measuring in at 3.2 by 7.7 by 6.2 mm, Razer's new GaN power adapter is small enough to fit in your pocket.
Read MoreRazer reveals a more affordable version of its Opus headphones
The colorful $100 Opus X features active noise cancellation and a 60ms low-latency gaming mode.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Ultra-short-throw projectors are finally getting cheaper
Today's headlines: Elon Musk says Tesla Model S Plaid+ is 'canceled', Microsoft blocked Tiananmen Square searches outside China due to an 'error' and WatchOS 8 may make a more independent Apple Watch.
Read MoreJMGO's O1 is a surprisingly affordable ultra-short-throw projector
JMGO, an up-and-coming Chinese brand, has significantly lowered the entry barrier for ultra-short-throw projectors, starting with the O1 and the Leica-branded O1 Pro.
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AI (6)
Maine bans facial recognition technology from schools and most police work
Maine has passed the strongest statewide law regulating government use of facial recognition to date.
Read MoreNVIDIA's Canvas app turns doodles into AI-generated 'photos'
NVIDIA has launched Canvas, a new app that can turn doodles into photorealistic landscape images.
Read MoreFacial recognition systems are denying unemployment benefits across the US (updated)
A facial recognition system from ID.me is denying unemployment benefits to people across the US with potentially concerning frequency.
Read MoreTool around in a real-time generated AI version of 'GTAV'
YouTuber Harrison Kinsley shared a video on GAN Theft Auto, an AI that can generate a playable stretch of Grand Theft Auto V's gameworld on its own.
Read MoreChina's gigantic multi-modal AI is no one-trick pony
Researchers from the Beijing Academy of Artificial Intelligence announced on Tuesday the release of Wu Dao, a mammoth AI seemingly capable of doing everything GPT-3 can do, and more.
Read MoreCanon's new AI autofocus system will let the EOS R3 track race cars
Canon has revealed more specifications about it's upcoming EOS R3, including AF tracking for race cars.
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Amazon (22)
Amazon calls for FTC chair Lina Khan's recusal from antitrust investigations
Khan came to prominence as a critic of tech giants.
Read MoreAmazon picks up the rights to star-studded podcast 'SmartLess'
Jason Bateman, Will Arnett and Sean Hayes host the show, which is less than a year old.
Read MoreAmazon reportedly pressuring suppliers for a discounted stake in their businesses
It has struck deals to potentially buy stock in dozens of vendors at below-market rates.
Read MoreAlexa can help your kids read stories
Amazon is introducing a Reading Sidekick that uses Alexa to help kids read books.
Read MoreAmazon gives Music Unlimited subscribers up to six months of free Disney+
Amazon is giving you free access to Disney+ if you pay for its music streaming service.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Amazon launches a vinyl of the month club
Today's headlines: Amazon launches vinyl record of the month club, YouTube TV now supports 4K streaming, at a price, and Microsoft's first Windows 11 preview is available now.
Read MoreAmazon is reportedly using algorithms to fire Flex delivery drivers
Amazon's contract Flex delivery driver fleet already has to deal with various indignities, and you can now add the fact that they can be hired — and fired — by algorithms.
Read MoreAmazon cashes in on the vinyl resurgence with record of the month club
For $25/month, you'll get a classic album from the '60s and '70s every 30 days or so.
Read MoreAmazon buys the secure messaging platform Wickr
Amazon has bought the secure messaging platform Wickr to offer secure messaging. It's meant for AWS, but it raises other possibilities.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Amazon Prime Day 2021 kicks off
Today's headlines: NASA is struggling with a computer glitch on the Hubble Space Telescope, Amazon's Prime Day 2021 kicks off with discounts on the usual suspects, and YouTube's iOS app is finally getting picture-in-picture.
Read MoreAmazon will reduce Appstore fees for smaller developers later this year
Amazon has followed in the footsteps of Apple and Google in cutting app store fees for smaller developers.
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle Vella episodic story platform to launch in July
Amazon has announced a new serialized fiction store called Kindle Vella, which lets users buy and interact with episodic stories using in-app credits.
Read MoreAmazon is bringing its Just Walk Out tech to a full-size Fresh store for the first time
On June 17th, Amazon will open the first full-sized Fresh grocery store that uses its Just Walk Out technology in the US.
Read MoreAmazon will open Luna cloud gaming to Prime members between June 21st and 22nd
Amazon's new Luna game streaming service is offering no-invite access on Prime Day, June 21 and 22.
Read MoreAmazon hopes more robots will improve worker safety
Amazon has offered a look at robots it hopes will improve worker safety, although they raise questions about the company's other safety practices.
Read MoreHow to opt out of Amazon's bandwidth-sharing Sidewalk network
Echo and Ring devices in the US are automatically enrolled in the program.
Read MoreAmazon furniture assembly workers report poor training and tight schedules
A few months ago, reports indicated that Amazon was piloting a new service where its delivery drivers not only dropped off products — they'd also assemble things like furniture, appliances and other large items. Given Amazon's problems keeping its workers safe and happy, it's not surprising that this program sounds like it's off to a rough start.
Read MoreAmazon adds fitness tests and posture-improving exercises to its Halo app
Amazon's fitness wearable/platform Halo is getting a new feature. Movement Health aims to gauge and assess your functional fitness capabilities, which include stretching, twisting pushing, pulling and more.
Read MoreNow Ring requires public requests from police seeking surveillance videos
Ring is making a significant change to how it plans to handle video requests from law enforcement agencies in the US.
Read MoreAmazon makes it easier to sue after deluge of arbitration claims
Amazon has changed its policy on forced arbitration to allow customers to file lawsuits against it.
Read MoreAmazon Prime Day kicks off on June 21st this year
Amazon Prime Day 2021 is June 21 and 22. Here's everything you need to know about this year's two-day, Prime-member shopping event.
Read MoreAmazon adjusts its 'Time Off Task' metric and drug testing policy
Amazon said it will change the way it measures "Time Off Task" -- a metric that counts every second workers are away from their stations including when they take bathroom breaks.
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Apple (48)
Apple’s developer problems are much bigger than Epic and ‘Fortnite’
The Epic v. Apple trial exacerbated the company's developer relations problem, and it could still get worse.
Read MoreApple lists the devices you should keep away from your pacemaker
Apple has outlined the productsthat could interfere with pacemakers and other medical devices, and they include much more than just the iPhone 12.
Read MoreApple is reportedly exploring iPad designs with supersized displays
Apple is reportedly looking into iPads with larger screens than the already-big 12.9-inch iPad Pro.
Read MoreApple's artist-themed Fitness+ workouts start this Monday
Apple is bringing its promised Artist Spotlight to Fitness+ this Monday, alongside a new season of Time To Walk episodes.
Read MoreApple's 2022 iPhones could include a cheaper model with a big display
Ming-Chi Kuo expects Apple's iPhone lineup for 2022 to include affordable 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch models.
Read MoreApple defends the App Store ahead of antitrust debates
A 16-page letter explains that without Apple's protections, the iPhone would become a security hellscape.
Read MoreApple says Shazam identifies over a billion songs per month
Apple's music discovery service Shazam has surpassed 1 billion song IDs per month.
Read MoreApple has reportedly considered launching its own primary healthcare service
Apple has reportedly considered a plan to launch its own subscription-based healthcare service, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal.
Read MoreApple Podcasts subscriptions launch globally
Apple is rolling out paid subscriptions and channels on its Podcasts app.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 7 could include a new screen and updated ultra-wideband tech
Future Apple Watch models could track your body temperature, although this year's models might focus on upgrades like the screen and a faster chip.
Read MoreApple Boot Camp update finally adds better trackpad support for Windows
Apple has added support for Windows Precision Touchpad drivers to its latest version of Boot Camp, addressing a big issue with Windows 10 Mac installations.
Read MoreApple was told to quietly supply data on Trump's White House counsel in 2018
Apple was quietly subpoenaed for information on Trump's White House counsel, Don McGahn, and wasn't allowed to talk about it.
Read MoreApple sets tighter limits on legal requests after Trump DOJ targeted politicians
Apple says it has set limits on legal requests sometime after the Trump-era DOJ gathered info on Democrat politicians in hopes of finding leakers.
Read MoreApple's WWDC announcements should worry anyone with an Intel Mac
Apple is deprecating some models based on the age of their chip, but protecting others that have... the same chip.
Read MoreApple hires former BMW and Faraday Future exec to EV team
Apple has hired former BMW executive Ulrich Kranz to join its automotive team.
Read MoreApple will shut down Dark Sky's iOS app and website by the end of 2022
Apple is shutting down Dark Sky's iOS app, website and API at the end of 2022 as the attention shifts to iOS' built-in weather features.
Read MoreApple will reportedly open paid Podcasts subscriptions on June 15th
In an email obtained by The Verge, the company reportedly tells producers and publishers it will launch the feature globally on June 15th.
Read MoreApple shares more details on how Spatial Audio will work with AirPods on Apple TV
The feature will work with stereo, 5.1, 7.1 and Dolby Atmos content.
Read MoreiOS 15 lets Siri perform tasks on a locked iPhone, if you own an Apple Watch
iOS 15 expands the 'Unlock with Apple Watch' feature.
Read MoreApple's educational iOS coding tool lets users build and submit App Store apps
Apple is updating Swift Playgrounds to allow app developers to build and submit their software directly to the App Store from an iPad.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple's WWDC 2021
Today's headlines: Apple announces iOS 15 at WWDC, with a focus on notifications and privacy, DOJ recovers 63.7 Bitcoins paid out in Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack and Apple's watchOS 8 adds new mindfulness exercises and tai chi.
Read MoreApple will not release its VPN-like 'private relay' feature in China
Apple's "privacy relay" feature won't be available in China.
Read MoreApple's 'Find My' network locates iOS 15 devices even if they're off or erased
iOS 15 is making Find My tracking more persistent -- now it will locate iPhones and iPads that have been turned off or erased.
Read MoreApple will still release security updates for iOS 14 after iOS 15 comes out
When iOS 15 is released, if you don't want to upgrade immediately then you can stay on iOS 14 and still receive security patches as they're released.
Read MoreEverything Apple announced at its WWDC 2021 keynote
From iOS to macOS Monterey and privacy, here's everything Apple announced at WWDC.
Read MoreApple's Testflight beta testing service is coming to macOS
Apple announced that its Testflight tool, which allows developers to share their apps with non-developer beta testers, is finally migrating to MacOS.
Read MoreApple brings Safari web extensions to iPhone and iPad
Tabs and windows will be easier to manage too.
Read MoreUniversal Control lets you use Macs and iPads like they're one machine
In macOS Monterey, you'll be able to bring an iPad next to your MacBook and simply drag your cursor over from your laptop to the tablet.
Read MoreApple Home Keys will let you unlock your front door with your iPhone
With iOS 15, Apple will let you use your iPhone as a key to your home.
Read MoreApple Health adds the ability to share data with doctors and family members
Receive alerts in real-time about your loved ones' health risks.
Read MoreSiri is coming to third-party devices
Unlike Alexa and Google Assistant, Siri has been limited to only Apple devices since it was introduced nearly a decade ago. That's changing this year, though — Apple just announced that third-party devices would be able to take advantage of Siri as part of an update to the company's HomeKid system.
Read MoreApple's watchOS 8 adds new mindfulness exercises and workout types
Apple announced the latest version of its Apple Watch software, watchOS 8, at WWDC 2021.
Read MoreMonterey is the next version of Apple's macOS
With macOS Monterey, Apple is trying to polish its desktop operating system even further.
Read MoreApple moves Siri's speech recognition offline with new privacy updates
Siri's speech-recognition capabilities can happen on-device beginning with iOS 15.
Read MoretvOS is getting spatial audio support for AirPods Pro and Max
Later this year, Apple will update tvOS and M1 Macs to allow AirPods Pro and AirPods Max owners to take advantage of spatial audio.
Read MoreApple Maps' new UI is a boon for the navigationally challenged
During its WWDC 2021 keynote address on Monday, Apple announced a slew of new features for its Maps that will help even the most easily lost among us navigate the unfamiliar outside world with confidence.
Read MoreApple Wallet can hold driver's licenses in iOS 15
Plus, a feature to make TSA check-ins faster.
Read MoreApple Messages is getting a host of new sharing features
Apple previewed new sharing features coming in iOS 15 for its messaging app that will make it easier to view photos, articles and music shared in your chats.
Read MoreFaceTime is coming to PC and Android via a web app
When iOS 15 arrives later this year, it will come with some significant upgrades to FaceTime.
Read MoreHow to watch WWDC 2021
Apple is delivering its WWDC 2021 keynote at 1PM ET — here's how to watch live, and to check out Engadget's post-event stream.
Read MoreApple paid woman millions after iPhone technicans posted explicit photos online
Apple paid a woman millions after contracted iPhone technicians posted explicit photos of her online.
Read MoreICYMI: The new Apple TV 4K gets a significantly better Siri remote
This week's tech reviews on Engadget include the new Apple 4K TV, the latest Google Pixel Buds A-Series and the Dyson V15 Detect vacuum.
Read MoreApple employee group rejects planned return to the office
Apple employees sent a letter objecting to a policy that will require them to return to offices in September, arguing that they should be allowed to work remotely unless necessary.
Read MoreApple is reportedly developing an iPad Pro with wireless charging
Apple is reportedly working on a new iPad Pro with wireless charging and a new iPad mini.
Read MoreApple updates AirTags to address stalking concerns
Apple has updated AirTags in order to address privacy concerns associated with the Bluetooth trackers.
Read MoreAmerican Heart Association says MagSafe could interfere with cardiac devices
Researchers suggest there's a risk when Apple's iPhone 12 Pro Max is placed very close to pacemakers.
Read MoreWhat to expect from Apple's online-only WWDC 2021
Google I/O is done, and so is Microsoft Build — that means Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference is the last high-profile software showcase for at least a month. If you're one to take Apple at its word, this year's WWDC is shaping up to be the "biggest and best yet," which leads us to the obvious question: what does the company plan to show off this year? Short answer: a lot.
Read MoreApple employees will return to the office in September
Apple CEO Tim Cook sent out an email to employees, asking them to work from the office thrice a week starting in September.
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Slack is getting a Discord-like audio feature called 'Huddles'
Slack just became the latest company to embrace real-time audio with Huddles, a new Discord-like feature for chatting.
Read MoreVenmo will let you sell goods through your personal account
Venmo will soon let you sell goods through a personal account, although you'll have to pay a fee.
Read MoreTelegram finally adds group video calling
The long wait for group video calling to come to Telegram is over.
Read MoreAGs push Uber Eats to add a price disclaimer to the checkout page
In Pennsylvania and Washington, DC, Uber Eats will be more transparent about items costing more than in restaurants.
Read MoreBrave's privacy-focused search engine is available in beta
Brave has launched its privacy-oriented search engine in beta, and you don't need the company's browser to try it.
Read MoreZoom makes it easy for users to display their gender pronouns
Zoom has unveiled the "pronouns" feature for version 5.7 of the video conferencing platform.
Read MoreYouTube's iOS app is finally getting picture-in-picture
It'll be a Premium feature at first before rolling out to all users in the US.
Read More'RuneScape' opens up to everyone on iOS and Android
The long-running MMORPG supports full cross-platform play between PC and mobile.
Read MoreThe Android Messages app now offers end-to-end encryption
It's only available in one-on-one conversations for now.
Read MoreAmazon Music's 'DJ Mode' recreates the old school radio vibe
Amazon Music has launched a 'DJ Mode' that adds radio-like commentary and interludes — if you don't mind interruptions to your music.
Read MoreSplice launches new Creator plans with exclusive plugins and educational videos
Astra and Beatmaker are the company's first VSTs, but the Skills lessons are the star of the show.
Read MoreAsana adds video messaging because this meeting could've been an email
With help from Vimeo, it's adding an asynchronous video messaging feature.
Read MoreVivaldi adds mail, calendar, RSS and translation tools to its privacy-focused browser
Vivaldi has updated its web browser to add built-in translation, more layouts, and beta versions of mail, calendar and an RSS reader.
Read MoreHBO Max update mostly fixes its broken Apple TV app
HBO Max has updated its Apple TV app to address technical glitches.
Read MoreArturia FX Collection 2 packs 22 plugins ‘you’ll actually use’
Arturia's updated FX collection adds seven new plug ins and is a much better bang-for-your-buck.
Read MoreMicrosoft Outlook on iOS adds voice dictation for emails, search and calendar invites
Microsoft is making voice a much more significant part of the Outlook experience.
Read MoreAdobe optimizes Illustrator, InDesign and Lightroom Classic for M1 Macs
Adobe says that the M1-native versions are significantly faster than their Intel equivalents.
Read MoreReport suggests two percent of the top 1,000 App Store titles were scams
A report suggests two percent of the top 1,000 App Store titles were scams, including VPNs, dating apps and QR readers.
Read MoreEvernote adds task management tools for personal projects
You can use the one-time king of note-taking apps to manage personal projects with the introduction of a new feature called Tasks.
Read MoreWhatsApp is finally figuring out true multi-device support
WhatsApp has revealed that multi-device support is coming soon, letting you chat across four devices.
Read MoreNew Philips Hue app makes it easier to automate your lights
Signify has released a brand new version of the Philips Hue application that gives you a quick way to control your smart lights.
Read MoreWhatsApp makes it easier and faster to chat with businesses
WhatsApp has revamped business chats to make them easier and faster, saving you time
Read MoreAI music app AiMi lets you set the tempo and mood of endless playlists
AI-powered music app AiMi is launching a major update with a new interface that features six endless eletronica mixes.
Read MoreFirefox's latest design minimizes distracting notifications and messages
With Firefox's latest redesign, Mozilla says it became obsessed over reducing "distractions, extra clicks and wasted time."
Read MoreApple TV comes to NVIDIA Shield devices
The Apple TV app is now available on NVIDIA Shield players, filling one of the few gaps left in Apple's streaming coverage.
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Big Tech (22)
Zoom is buying a startup to bring real-time translation to video calls
Zoom announced today it plans to acquire Karlsruhe Information Technology, a German startup that specializes in machine learning-based real-time translation.
Read MoreLG updates its 2021 OLED TVs to support 120Hz Dolby Vision gaming
LG has announced that it's rolling out a firmware update that unlocks Dolby Vision HDR at 4K 120Hz on its C1 and G1 series OLED models.
Read MoreVerizon seems to be making its own Alexa-based smart display
The device will use 'Hey, Verizon' as the wake word, according to FCC filings.
Read MoreMozilla’s Rally will share your data with scientists instead of advertisers
With Rally, Mozilla says it hopes to make a case for an equitable market for data.
Read MorePanasonic turned its $30 million Tesla investment into a $3.6 billion windfall
Panasonic has sold its entire stake in Tesla for around $3.6 billion to raise cash for an acquisition.
Read MoreUK opens investigation into Amazon and Google over fake reviews
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has launched an investigation into AMazon and Google's handling of fake reviews.
Read MorePeloton wants to take over your company's fitness plan
Peloton now lets companies offer discounted access to its subscriptions — in other words, to serve as your corporate fitness plan.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Robot dog maker Boston Dynamics has a new owner
Today's headlines: Steven Spielberg will produce movies for Netflix, Samsung drops the curve for its latest gaming monitors, and robot dog maker Boston Dynamics is now owned by Hyundai.
Read MoreBig Tech critic Lina Khan wins FTC confirmation
The Senate voted 69-28 to approve Khan's appointment as an FTC commissioner.
Read MoreUK regulator will examine Google and Apple’s ‘effective duopoly’ in mobile
It is concerned that having just two players is stifling consumer choice.
Read MoreSupreme Court gives LinkedIn another chance to block data scraping
The Supreme Court had thrown out the earlier ruling that blocked LinkedIn from stopping rivals from scraping its data.
Read MoreTech giants call on the SEC to require climate impact reports from companies
Alphabet, Facebook, Amazon, Intel, eBay, Salesforce and Autodesk asked the agency to leverage global standards.
Read MoreHouse introduces five antitrust bills targeting Apple, Google, Facebook and Amazon
House lawmakers have introduced five new bills that would place significant limits on major tech companies, including Apple, Google, Facebook and Amazon.
Read MoreG7 deal will likely raise taxes for tech giants like Apple and Google
G7 countries have reached a deal that will likely increase taxes for tech giants like Apple, Amazon and Google.
Read MoreApple, Google, Microsoft and Mozilla team up for a 'common vision' on extensions
Collaboration by Apple, Google, Microsoft and Mozilla should make it easier for extension developers to create tools that work across multiple browsers.
Read MoreSquare may make a 'hardware wallet' for Bitcoin
Square may make a bitcoin hardware wallet, says Jack Dorsey.
Read MoreWalmart and Target announce sales events to compete with Amazon Prime Day
Target and Walmart have announced their own sales events on the same dates as Amazon's Prime Day.
Read MoreEtsy is acquiring the reseller Depop in a bid to reach Gen Z
Etsy is acquiring secondhand clothing marketplace Depop for $1.625 billion.
Read MoreLG is shutting down its mobile payments service
LG Pay, the mobile payments service, is being phased out in the US less than two years after its launch.
Read MoreThe SEC wrote Tesla in 2019 and 2020 about Elon Musk's tweets
The SEC still isn't happy about Elon Musk's tweets, but for now it's not doing anything about them.
Read MoreWarnerMedia and Discovery’s post-merger name is… Warner Bros. Discovery
While those involved don't expect the deal to close until partway through next year, the proposed entity already has a name.
Read MoreChinese activists sue Tencent over 'inappropriate' content in 'Honor of Kings'
A public interest group said the game, also known as 'Arena of Valor,' has elements that are unsuitable for kids.
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Buying Guides (57)
Sony's excellent WH-1000XM3 wireless headphones hit new low of $190
Save big on Sony's WH-1000XM3 wireless headphones in a new Best Buy sale.
Read MoreApple's new colorful iMacs with 8-core GPUs are $50 off at Amazon
Amazon knocks $50 off Apple's new 24-inch iMac.
Read MoreThe Steam Summer Sale is live with deals on thousands of games
Save on 'Mass Effect Legendary Edition,' 'Cyberpunk 2077' and many other titles.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Max fall to a new all-time low of $489 at Amazon
You can now pick up a pair of Apple's AirPods Max headphone from Amazon at $490, the lowest price we've seen yet.
Read MoreThe best baby tech deals we found for Prime Day
Here are the best Amazon Prime Day 2021 deals on baby tech including baby monitors, sleep aids, smart breast pumps and more.
Read MoreThe best gadgets you can get on Prime Day for less than $100
Here are the best Amazon Prime Day 2021 deals you can get for under $100, including sales on Instant Pots, portable battery packs, speakers, earbuds and more.
Read MoreSeveral Anker charging gizmos hit record low prices for Prime Day
A GaN fast charging hub is down from $61 to $39.
Read MoreThe best TV and home entertainment deals we found for Prime Day
Here are the best Amazon Prime Day 2021 TV and home entertainment deals you can get, including sales on LG, Samsung and Vizio devices.
Read MoreThe best toy deals we've found on Prime Day so far
Whether you're holiday shopping or just looking for something to keep the kids occupied this summer, we've got the Amazon Prime Day 2021 toy deals for you.
Read MoreAmazon discounts a bunch of SSDs and storage devices for Prime Day
Here are the best Amazon Prime Day 2021 deals on SSDs, microSD cards and other storage devices from SanDisk, Crucial, Samsung, and others.
Read MoreThe best deals on robot vacuums and smart home gadgets for Prime Day
Here's a list of the best Amazon Prime Day 2021 deals on robot vacuums, smart home devices and other home tech.
Read MoreAmazon includes a free 128GB microSD card when you buy a Switch Lite
Trust us, you're going to need that extra storage.
Read MoreThe best gaming deals we could find for Prime Day
If you're looking to upgrade your gaming setup, check out some of the Prime Day 2021 deals on game controllers, headsets, keyboards, mice and more.
Read MoreThe best 'Prime Day' tech deals that aren't from Amazon
Here are the best anti-Prime Day 2021 deals from Best Buy, Walmart, Target and others.
Read MoreSony's budget ANC headphones are even cheaper for Prime Day
The Sony WH-CH710N set is at an all-time low of $78 for Amazon Prime Day.
Read MoreSony's WF-1000XM3 earbuds have never been cheaper than this Prime Day deal
Sony's WF-1000XM3 earbuds are down to an all-time low at Amazon as part of deal that also includes a gift card.
Read MoreThe best Apple deals we've found on Prime Day so far
Here are the best Amazon Prime Day 2021 deals on Apple devices you can get, including AirPods, MacBooks and more.
Read MoreThe best Amazon Prime Day tech deals you can get right now
Here are the best Amazon Prime Day 2021 tech deals you can get, including sales on headphones, e-readers, robot vacuums and more.
Read MoreThese are the best headphones and earbuds on sale for Prime Day
Here are the best Amazon Prime Day 2021 deals on headphones, earbuds and speakers that you can get.
Read MoreSamsung's best SSD, the 980 Pro, is $100 for Prime Day
The 500GB model is also down to $100.
Read MoreFitbit's Sense health tracker is just $200 for Prime Day
If you've had your eye on Fitbit's Sense smartwatch, today is the day to get one.
Read MoreThe Kindle Paperwhite drops to a new low of $80 for Prime Day
The standard Kindle and Kindle Oasis are also on sale.
Read MoreThe Razer Blade 15 drops to $1,000 for Amazon Prime Day
Amazon has discounted Razer's affordable entry-level Blade 15 model to an all-time low price of $1,000.
Read MoreThis is the Instant Pot deal to grab on Amazon Prime Day
The $50 Instant Pot Duo Nova should do the trick for most people.
Read MoreSony's WH-1000XM4 ANC headphones fall to an all-time low of $248 for Prime Day
Sony's WH-1000XM4 headphones with active noise cancellation are on sale for a 29 percent discount at Amazon.
Read MoreApple's regular AirPods have dropped to just $100 at Amazon
Apple's AirPods with a wired charging case are on sale for just $100 at Amazon ahead of Prime Day.
Read MoreAmazon's Fire TV Stick 4K drops to $25 before Prime Day
Amazon has discounted its Fire TV devices ahead of Prime Day.
Read MoreApple's iPad Air returns to a record low $539 at Amazon
Apple's iPad Air has dropped to an all-time low price of $539 at Amazon, making it a good deal if you want a fast
Read MoreAirPods Pro are on sale for $190 ahead of Prime Day
Apple AirPods Pro have dropped to a low $190 at Amazon before Prime Day even begins.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 6 drops to $279 at Amazon and Best Buy
Amazon and Best Buy knock $120 off the Apple Watch Series 6 Product Red Edition.
Read MoreICYMI: The new Studio Buds are the best Beats for most people
Engadget's tech reviews this week include the Beats Studio Buds, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage laptop and the Acer Chromebook Spin 713 laptop.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: Get two Echo Dots for $50 ahead of Amazon Prime Day
Here are the week's best tech deals including early Amazon Prime Day 2021 deals on Echo Dots and the Echo Show 5, and the Beats Flex earbuds for $39.
Read MoreGoogle's new sleep-tracking Nest Hub is on sale for $80 right now
Save 20 percent on Google's second-generation Nest Hub smart display at B&H Photo.
Read MoreApple's new 12.9-inch iPad Pro with 256GB storage is $100 off at Amazon
Apple's latest iPad Pro with a 12.9-inch screen and 256GB storage is on offer for $100 less at Amazon.
Read MoreThe Beats Flex wireless earbuds are only $39 on Amazon
Save big on the Beats Flex wireless earbuds at Amazon.
Read MoreAmazon knocks $200 off Apple's 512GB MacBook Pro M1
Save $200 on Apple's 512GB MacBook Pro M1 at Amazon.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Navigating the best of Amazon Prime Day 2021
Today's headlines: Microsoft will end Windows 10 support in October 2025, Google's Workspace suite is now available to anyone, and Apple Watch Series 7 could include a new screen and updated ultra-wideband tech.
Read MoreGoogle's Nest Audio smart speaker hits new low of $75
Google's Nest Audio smart speaker is down to an all-time low price thanks to deals at Best Buy, Walmart and the Google Store.
Read MoreHow to make the most of Amazon Prime Day 2021
Amazon Prime Day 2021 is June 21-22. Here's everything we know about the shopping event, plus out tips on how to save big on gadgets.
Read MoreJabra's Elite 85t wireless earbuds drop to $180 at Amazon and Best Buy
Save $50 on Jabra's Elite 85t wireless earbuds at Amazon and Best Buy.
Read MoreAmazon is offering two Echo Dots for $50 in early Prime Day deal
Amazon is offering deals on two Echo and two Echo Dot speakers as part of an early Prime Day offer.
Read MoreAmazon's 2nd-gen Echo Buds drop to $80 in early Prime Day deal
The true wireless earbuds are on sale for the first time, with or without the wireless charging case.
Read MoreThe first-gen Echo Show 5 drops down to $45 ahead of Prime Day
That matches the device's lowest price to date.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: Early Prime Day sales discount Eero routers and Blink cameras
This week's best tech deals include early Prime Day deals on Eero routers and Blink security cameras, the Roku Ultra for $69 and $200 off Anova's Precision Cooker Pro.
Read MoreMicrosoft's E3 sale includes discounts on 'Cyberpunk 2077' and gaming accessories
With the official start of E3 less than a day away, Microsoft's Deals Unlocked sale has kicked off, bringing with it discounts on a variety of games.
Read MoreApple's colorful new iMacs are already $50 off at Amazon
Save big on Apple's latest 24-inch iMac at Amazon.
Read MoreApple AirPods Max headphones drop to their lowest price so far at Amazon
Amazon has dropped the AirPods Max price to $499 for two colors -- $50 off the regular price.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch Series 6 is on sale for $329 right now
Save $70 on the Apple Watch Series 6 at Amazon and Walmart.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Buds Pro fall to a new all-time low price at Woot
Samsung's premium Galaxy Buds Pro true wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation are now just $140 thanks to a new deal.
Read MoreThe Eero 6 WiFi router is 35 percent off ahead of Prime Day
Amazon Prime members can save big on Eero 6 WiFi routers ahead of Prime Day 2021.
Read MoreThe Instant Pot Duo Nova is down to $69 right now
Save big on the 6-quart Instant Post Duo Nova at BuyDig.
Read MoreAnova's Precision Cooker Pro is $200 off at Amazon
Save $200 on Anova's Precision Cooker Pro sous vide at Amazon.
Read MoreRoku streamers fall to all-time lows at Amazon
Roku's connected TV devices for video streaming are down to record low prices at Amazon.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Which streaming TV box or stick is the best one for you?
We'll help you pick a streaming TV box (or dongle, or game system) and run down the tech news highlights of the week.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: $30 off Apple's 10.2-inch iPad and more
This week's best tech deals include Apple's 10.2-inch iPad for $299, the AirPods Max headphones for $520 and Samsung's T7 SSD for $80.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Max are $30 off at Amazon and B&H Photo
Save $30 on Apple's high-end AirPods Max headphones, which are on sale for $520.
Read MoreIntroducing Engadget's 2021 Father's Day gift guide
Here's Engadget's Father's Day gift guide for 2021, full of the best tech gift ideas for dad.
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Computing (13)
The Morning After: Windows 11 will be a free upgrade from Windows 10
Today's headlines: Microsoft reveals Windows 11, a free upgrade coming later this year Apple might be planning a cheaper iPhone with a big display and Android apps are coming to Windows 11.
Read MoreIntel's Bridge technology will allow Android apps to run natively on Windows 11
Intel says Bridge is a runtime post-compiler that allows applications that were originally designed for a variety of different hardware platforms to run natively on x86 devices.
Read MoreCircuit Rhythm is a portable $400 sampler for budding beatmakers
The budget-friendly groovebox brings the best of the Circuit workflow to lo-fi hip hop beat making.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Windows 11's surprise leak and the best of E3
We dive into what makes the Windows 11 leak so interesting.
Read MoreLawmakers propose 25 percent tax credit to incentivize domestic chip production
A group of bipartisan lawmakers on the Senate Finance Committee have introduced legislation that seeks to incentivize chipmakers to manufacture their silicon in the US.
Read MoreAMD unveils a liquid-cooled version of the Radeon RX 6900 XT GPU
It appears to have a memory bandwidth increase from the standard version of the graphics card.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Windows 11 looks like this
Today's headlines: Windows 11 has leaked, more details on Legend of 'Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2', IKEA and Sonos newest speaker is a $199 piece of wall art.
Read MoreWindows 11 has leaked, and it looks a lot like Windows 10X
Windows 11 is real, and details about it are leaking all over the internet.
Read MoreTim Berners-Lee is auctioning off the web's source code as an NFT for charity
Web pioneer Tim Berners-Lee will auction the original code for the modern internet as an NFT.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Will your Mac be able to run macOS Monterey?
A week of WWDC 2021 news, the start of E3 2021 and new vehicles from Ford and Tesla. In short, a very busy week in tech.
Read MoreSenate passes competitiveness bill with $52 billion for chip manufacturing
A bill allocating billions to increase US chip manufacturing and research has passed the Senate in a 68 - 32 vote.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: NVIDIA, AMD and Intel sweep virtual Computex
This week, Cherlynn and Devindra chat about the big news from virtual Computex: NVIDIA's RTX 3080 Ti and 3070 Ti; AMD's Radeon 6000M mobile graphics; and Intel's latest chips.
Read MoreNVIDIA’s RTX 3080 Ti looks like a great flagship GPU to attempt to buy
NVIDIA has announced two new cards, the RTX 3080 Ti and RTX 3070 Ti, which fill gaps in its 30-series lineup.
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Cybersecurity (28)
Hackers exploited two flaws in event that remotely wiped Western Digital devices
An Ars Technica investigation revealed that bad actors exploited an undocumented vulnerability to mass-wipe WD My Book Live devices.
Read MoreSenator proposes law to safeguard journalists’ data from the government
Senator Ron Wyden proposes a federal shield law for journalists that would prevent their records from being seized.
Read MoreMicrosoft signed a driver loaded with rootkit malware
Microsoft has confirmed that it signed a driver containing malware, although it stressed the limited real-world security impact.
Read MoreMicrosoft customer support rep compromised by hackers behind SolarWinds breach
The group behind the SolarWinds hacks launched another cyberattack campaign, and one of the victims was a Microsoft customer support agent.
Read MorePolice seize approximately $158 million in UK's largest crypto seizure
Police in the UK have seized approximately £114 million (about $158 million) worth of cryptocurrencies as part of a money laundering investigation.
Read MoreWestern Digital blames malware for My Book Live devices being wiped remotely
Western Digital My Book Live cloud storage devices are being wiped remotely.
Read MoreGoogle Drive security update could leave some file links broken
Google will add a resource key to Drive links generated for sharing.
Read MoreFounders of South African Bitcoin exchange disappear after $3.6 billion 'hack'
Cryptocurrency investors in South Africa may have lost nearly $3.6 billion in Bitcoin following the disappearance of two brothers associated with one of the country's largest cryptocurrency exchanges.
Read MoreUS seizes Iranian websites over disinformation claims
The US government has seized 33 websites owned by the Iranian Islamic Radio and Television Union (IRTVU), as well as three other sites owned by Iraqi-based Kata'ib Hizballah (KH), after the groups violated US sanctions, the Department of Justice said in a statement yesterday.
Read MoreMarvel's Avengers showed players' IP addresses on screen after the latest patch
It's best to avoid livestreaming the game right now.
Read MoreEU data regulators call for facial recognition ban in public spaces
They also said it should be illegal to use AI for social credit scoring.
Read MoreUS lawmakers want to restrict police use of 'Stingray' cell tower simulators
Law enforcement agencies in the US currently do not require a warrant to use the technology. The Cell-Site Simulator Act of 2021 seeks to change that.
Read MoreDemocratic lawmakers want to ban the federal government from using facial recognition
If passed, the bill would prohibit federal authorities from using the technology alongside other biometric platforms.
Read MoreVolkswagen supplier breach may affect up to 3.3 million customers
Volkswagen has revealed that information about 3.3 million customers and prospective buyers was exposed after a supplier left the data unsecured online.
Read MoreMcDonald's hit by data breaches in US, South Korea and Taiwan
McDonald's is the latest massive corporation to be hit by a cyberattack.
Read MoreCD Projekt Red says internal data from ransomware breach is being spread online
'Cyberpunk 2077' developer CD Projekt has released an update on the security breach it suffered in February, stating that stolen internal data is circulating online.
Read MoreDOJ charges security exec for hacking a Georgia healthcare company in 2018
A security company executive has been charged for hacking into the Gwinnett Medical Center's network on or around September 27th, 2018.
Read MoreHackers steal source code to 'FIFA 2021' and Frostbite engine from EA
Electronic Arts, the publisher of the Battlefield series and many other popular video game franchises, has been hacked.
Read MoreMeat supplier JBS paid $11 million to its ransomware attackers
JBS says that backups got its meat processing plants operating again, but it paid $11 million to ransomware attackers to "mitigate any unforeseen issues."
Read MoreThe FBI operated an 'encrypted' chat app for organized criminals
The FBI secretly ran an encrypted chat app, known as Anom, as part of a global sting operation.
Read MoreDOJ recovers 63.7 Bitcoins paid out in Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack
The US Justice Department has recovered part of the ransom Colonial Pipeline paid last month to regain access to its computer systems after it was locked out of them by "apolitical" ransomware gang Darkside.
Read MoreSupreme Court narrows the scope of a key anti-hacking law
The US Supreme Court has ruled that the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act doesn't cover abuse of networks people are authorized to access.
Read MoreDOJ charges Latvian national for helping develop the Trickbot malware
The Department of Justice has charged Alla Witte, a Latvian national accused of being part of the Trickbot Group.
Read MoreDOJ memo puts ransomware investigations on a level similar to terrorism
The DoJ has laid out a new process for a centralized and coordinated response to cases relating to ransomware and digital extortion. It's a model already used in terrorism investigations.
Read MoreThe FBI says Russian ransomware group is behind meat supplier cyberattack
Operations are returning to full capacity at meat supplier JBS following a cyberattack that the FBI has attributed to the Russian group REvil.
Read MoreNorton 360 antivirus will soon mine cryptocurrency
Norton 360 will soon come with a built-in miner that will enable users to mine for Ethereum.
Read MoreMysterious cyberattack cripples world's largest meat supplier
JBS shut down some processing plants Tuesday after an "organized cybersecurity attack."
Read MoreThe EU plans a digital wallet for payments, passwords and IDs
The European Union is getting ready to unveil a digital wallet that will allow citizens in the bloc to store payments details and passwords.
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Entertainment (2)
YouTube Theater will be a new 6,000-seat live entertainment arena in California
YouTube is opening a three-story, 6,000-seat live arena for concerts, esports and creator events at Hollywood Park in Inglewood, California.
Read MoreAlessandro Cortini on designing a new instrument, the Strega
The Nine Inch Nails collaborator uses it throughout his new album 'Scuro Chiaro'
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EVs and Transportation (55)
Volvo's Concept Recharge offers a peek at the company's 'pure' EVs
Volvo has unveiled Concept Recharge, a prototype that hints at the future of the company's 'pure' EV designs.
Read MoreRenault plans to electrify two thirds of its cars by 2025
Renault will introduce 10 new EVs as part of a push that could make it the most eco-friendly car maker in Europe by 2025.
Read MoreUnited's new Boeing jets will offer Bluetooth audio with its in-flight entertainment
United's new Boeing and Airbus jets will have in-flight entertainment that come with Bluetooth audio.
Read MoreAirCar prototype completes its first inter-city flight
Klein Vision's flying AirCar prototype vehicle has completed its first inter-city flight between airports.
Read MoreAutomakers must report crashes involving self-driving and driver-assist systems
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has implemented a new policy that will require car companies to report incidents involving semi- and fully autonomous driving systems within one day of learning of an accident.
Read MoreAlphabet's Wing brings its drone safety app to the US
Alphabet's Wing is launching its drone navigation app OpenSky in the US.
Read MoreHonda's first electric SUV will be called the Prologue
Honda has revealed that its first electric SUV is named the Prologue, and will arrive in early 2024 alongside an Acura model.
Read MoreThe world's fastest electric motorcycle has a new aerodynamic challenger
White Motorcycle Concepts is targeting an Electric motorcycle land speed record with its WMC250EV concept.
Read MoreVW will stop selling combustion engine cars in Europe by 2035
VW says it will end sales of gas and diesel engine cars in Europe by 2035, although the end will come later in the US.
Read MoreICYMI: Toyota's 2021 Sienna is a stress-free people mover
Engadget's tech reviews this week include the 2021 Toyota Sienna minivan, the HP Elite Folio laptop and the OnePlus Nord N200 5G.
Read MoreTesla Autopilot issue leads to 'recall' of nearly 300,000 cars in China
Tesla is 'recalling' almost 300,000 Model 3 and Y cars in China due to Autopilot complaints.
Read MoreNew York City will get its first curbside EV chargers in October
New York City is expanding its electric vehicle charging infrastructure with the launch of 120 extra charging ports in October.
Read MoreGogoro teams with Foxconn to make its e-scooters available worldwide
Gogoro has struck a deal with Foxconn that will help it make battery-swappable e-scooters available worldwide.
Read MoreBird reveals its own e-bike as it moves into bikesharing
Bird Bikes will arrive in several North American and European cities this year.
Read MoreSpin's new e-scooter is designed to withstand the public's neglect
The scooters have sturdier bodies, swappable batteries and a more modular design.
Read MoreTesla's 'Dojo' supercomputer will train its vision-centric autonomous tech
At a CVPR 2021 workshop, Tesla has explained how it's planning to do vision-only autonomous driving using an in-house supercomputer called "Dojo,"
Read MorePorsche to develop battery cells for EV motorsports
Porsche will produce electric batteries for racing cars and some production vehicles as part of a joint venture with German lithium-ion specialist Customcells.
Read MoreAirspeeder completes the first test flight for its electric flying race car
Airspeeder has completed the first test flight for its electric flying race car ahead of a planned racing series.
Read MoreElon Musk's Boring Company is reportedly pitching freight tunnels
The Boring Company is shifting its attention to wider, freight-friendly tunnels after its early commuter passages got a frigid response.
Read MorePorsche's 'Soundtrack My Life' delivers custom music based on your driving
Porsche has developed a prototype system that plays custom, original music to your driving, whether you're on the open road or stuck in traffic.
Read MoreHonda to end production of its hydrogen and plug-in hybrid Clarity cars
After killing off the Clarity EV last year, Honda is ending production of its hydrogen fuel-cell and plug-in hybrid Clarity models this summer.
Read MoreGM increases its self-driving and EV investment to $35 billion
GM has increased the money it's earmarking for its combined EV and self-driving investment from 2020 through 2025 to $35 billion.
Read MoreHow the rising popularity of EVs could lead to a resurgence of drum brakes
Drum brakes are some of the automotive industry's oldest technologies. They have been falling out of favor with automakers for years but are now poised for a resurgence thanks to the rising popularity of EVs.
Read MoreVolvo hopes to make cars using fossil-free steel
Volvo is exploring cars made using fossil-free steel, ensuring its cars are environmentally friendly right down to the chassis.
Read MoreLincoln is the latest car maker to promise an all-electric lineup by 2030
Lincoln is planning to introduce an all-electric vehicle lineup by 2030, with a new fully electric car scheduled for next year.
Read MoreSouthwest Airlines' technical issues lead to 500 canceled flights
Southwest Airlines had thousands of delayed and canceled flights this week caused by a couple of technical problems that affected its systems.
Read MoreAudi e-tron GT buyers will get three years of free DC fast charging
Audi is giving E-Tron GT buyers three years of free DC fast charging to match an offering for Porsche EV buyers.
Read MoreFedEx teams up with Nuro to test self-driving delivery vehicles
FedEx has struck a deal to test Nuro self-driving delivery vehicles, including for 'last mile' trips
Read MoreJaguar Land Rover to test a hydrogen fuel cell-powered Defender this year
Jaguar is currently developing a hydrogen fuel cell-powered Defender.
Read MoreLarry Page's air taxi startup loses one of its key designers
The Larry Page-backed air taxi startup Kitty Hawk has dropped a key designer after fights over the company's strategy.
Read MoreMcLaren is the next big racing team to join Extreme E
McLaren Racing is joining Extreme E, giving the electric off-road league a big boost.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Showing off the power of the Tesla Model S Plaid
Today's headlines: Tesla shows off the $130,000 Model S Plaid's performance, Microsoft is making Xbox video game streaming sticks and FromSoftware, and George R.R. Martin's 'Elden Ring' arrives in January 2022.
Read MoreNVIDIA to buy autonomous vehicle mapping company DeepMap
NVIDIA has acquired DeepMap, a company that makes high-definition mapping technology for self-driving cars.
Read MoreTesla shows off the $130,000 Model S Plaid's performance
Tesla delivered its first 25 Model S Plaid EVs while CEO Elon Musk detailed all the new features that give it so much extra quickness and enhanced range.
Read MoreTune in for Tesla's Model S Plaid delivery event at 11:15 PM ET
A triple-motor Model S capable of 0 - 60 MPH in under two seconds will be unveiled at Tesla's Fremont factory tonight.
Read MoreFord's connected cars can now tell you if they're being broken into
Ford's connected security system is rolling out to all cars via the FordPass smartphone app.
Read MoreFord snags 100,000 F-150 Lightning pre-orders in three weeks
There are 100,000 pre-orders waiting for Ford's electric F-150, and the company's CEO says an electric Explorer is next up.
Read MoreJaguar's 2022 I-Pace gives US drivers faster charging and a new infotainment system
Jaguar has unveiled the 2022 I-Pace, and it brigs significant updates to the US that include faster charging and a new infotainment system.
Read MoreUber's updated app makes it easier for drivers to pick you up
They'll also be able to choose alternate routes to help complete trips faster.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Ford made a small hybrid truck that sells for $21,495
The Ford Maverick is here, and so is Amazon's Sidewalk mesh network -- we'll get you up to speed on both of them.
Read MoreLordstown Motors warns it doesn't have enough cash to produce electric trucks
Lordstown Motors will need additional funding to get its electric pickup on the market.
Read MoreGeneral Motors offers OnStar Guardian to non-GM drivers
OnStar Guardian can now be used even if you drive cars from another brand.
Read MoreFord's Maverick starts at less than $20k with a hybrid engine and built-in LTE
The first pickup truck to come standard with a hybrid powertrain is the Ford Maverick, and you can buy one for $21,490 later this year.
Read MoreNissan's next-gen Ariya EV has been delayed in the US until early 2022
Nissan's next-gen Ariya EV was set to arrive in the US and Europe by the end of this year, but the company is now saying that those dates will be pushed back.
Read MoreElon Musk says Tesla Model S Plaid+ is 'canceled'
Elon Musk claims the Tesla Model S Plaid+ is 'canceled' as the regular Plaid model is good enough.
Read MoreKia 2021 Niro EV adds tech perks while maintaining the price
Kia has unveiled the 2021 Niro EV, which adds new features like wireless CarPlay and Android Auto while maintaining the same price.
Read MoreGM's Cruise can give California passengers fully driverless rides
The California Public Utilities Commission has issued Cruise the permit needed to give passengers a ride without a driver behind the wheel.
Read MoreFiat plans to become an EV-only automaker by 2030
The company will start phasing out combustion engine vehicles in 2025.
Read MoreToyota’s electric concept SUV lands in the US ahead of its 2022 launch
Toyota's bZ4X BEV concept SUV started turning heads when it debuted at Auto Shanghai earlier this year, and its journey to the United States has already begun. The automaker confirmed yesterday that the concept vehicle has officially landed in its Plano, Texas headquarters, and that it plans to begin selling the angular crossover in the US sometime next year. (Here's hoping it gets less tongue twister-y name when it arrives.)
Read MoreFord brings back the Maverick name for a new compact truck
Rumors about Ford's Maverick pickup have been floating around for a long time, and next week it will reveal the compact truck to the world.
Read MoreLyft's first in-house ebike reflects light like a street sign
Lyft's new ebike features a built-in speaker system and LCD display, as well as host of other features.
Read MoreTesla recalls almost 6,000 cars due to loose brake caliper bolts
Tesla is recalling 5,974 electric cars, CNBC reports, based on documents released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Read MoreBMW's i4 EV arrives next year starting at $55,400
BMW has revealed more specifications about the i4 electric sedan it unveiled in March along with the US pricing and availability.
Read MoreRimac unveils the production version of its 1,900HP electric hypercar
Rimac has unveiled the Nevera, the production version of its 1,900HP Concept Two electric hypercar.
Read MoreThe Morning After: With too few drivers, Uber and Lyft rides are getting pricier
Uber and Lyft rides are pricier due to a lack of drivers (and the waits are longer, too), Tesla's revamped Model S and X will feature powerful RDNA 2 GPUs from AMD, and Google Photos' free unlimited storage ends today.
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Gaming (105)
Konami and 'The Medium' studio Bloober Team to partner on new games
Silent Hill and Metal Gear publisher Konami is teaming up with The Medium creator Bloober in a "strategic partnership," the companies have announced.
Read MoreFormer BioWare GM Casey Hudson starts new game studio
On Tuesday, Casey Hudson announced the existence of a new independent game developer called Humanoid Studios.
Read More'Control' is getting a co-op spin-off game
It seems a bigger-budget sequel is in the works as well.
Read More'Contra Returns' for mobile is finally coming to the US on July 26th
Mobile game Contra Returns is coming to North America, Europe and Latin America on July 26th.
Read More'Nier Reincarnation' comes to mobile on July 28th
Nier fans won't have to wait much longer to play the franchise's first mobile spin-off.
Read More'The Sims 4' is hosting a (partly Simlish) music festival
Starting on June 29th, EA will host a music festival inside of the Sims 4 that will feature pop star Bebe Rexha, one part of indie band Glass Animals and singer-songwriter Joy Oladokun.
Read MoreAmazon is adding 'DIRT 5' and 'Saints Row The Third' to its Luna+ game library
Amazon is adding DIRT 5, Saints Row The Third: Remastered and Valkyria Chronicles 4 to the Luna+ channel in July.
Read MoreThis electronic fairy jar is a charming mix of Pokémon and Tamagotchi
WowWee's new LCD toy lets children amass a collection of colorful fairies in a jar.
Read MoreCo-op shooter 'Aliens: Fireteam Elite' heads to consoles and PC on August 24th
20th Century Games will release three-player co-op shooter Aliens: Fireteam Elite on August 24th.
Read MoreEA buys the creators of mobile hit 'Golf Clash' for $1.4 billion
EA has bought Playdemic, the creator of 'Golf Clash,' for $1.4 billion as it dives deeper into mobile sports games.
Read More'Tribes of Midgard' blends survival, RPG and co-op mechanics for a new kind of Viking game
There aren't enough video game genres to describe 'Tribes of Midgard.'
Read More'Minecraft' is getting Sonic the Hedgehog DLC
Just in time for the hedgehog's 30th birthday on June 23rd, Mojang is releasing Sonic-themed DLC for its immensely popular sandbox title.
Read More'Overwatch' crossplay is live now
Play casual matches with buddies on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Switch.
Read MoreEpic Games will let developers use its voice and anti-cheat services for free
Epic Games has expanded its Online Services' offerings, giving developers access to voice communications and anti-cheat software for free.
Read MoreEA tests FIFA Ultimate Team loot boxes you can preview
As part of FIFA 21's ongoing Festival of FUTball event, EA is selling new Ultimate Team Preview Packs that allow you to see their contents before you make a decision whether to buy them.
Read MoreEverything you missed at 2021's all-digital E3
The first online-only E3 officially ended Tuesday, but Summer Game Fest has just begun. Engadget editors take stock of what the major players got right.
Read MoreBungie begins selling its official Destiny toaster
Bungie has made an official Destiny toaster that you can pre-order right now.
Read More'A Plague Tale: Innocence' is getting a PS5 and Xbox Series X/S upgrade
The nightmarish survival horror game is coming to Switch on the same day, July 6th.
Read More'OlliOlli World' turns skateboarding into a meditative adventure
Roll7's OlliOlli World lands this winter on Switch, PlayStation, Xbox and PC. After playing a demo, we spoke with studio co-founder Simon Bennett about his aims for the game.
Read More'Madden NFL 22' has exclusive features for PS5 and Xbox Series consoles
EA will release 'Madden NFL 22' on August 20th, and it will include features exclusive to PS5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles.
Read More'Blankos Block Party' is an NFT Trojan Horse for the video game industry
It may not sound exciting, but this could change the way games are played.
Read MoreFallout fans are making a mod that takes the series to post-apocalyptic London
Just as the curtain was closing on E3 2021, a team of passionate fans released a trailer for Fallout: London, a "DLC-sized mod" of Fallout 4.
Read More‘GTA Online’ will shut down on PS3 and Xbox 360 on December 16th
'Max Payne 3' multiplayer is also going away on those consoles.
Read More'Alto's Odyssey: The Lost City' is coming to Apple Arcade
"Alto's Odyssey: The Lost City" is coming to Apple Arcade with extra content, developer Snowman has announced.
Read MoreAtari VCS is now available to buy
Three years after its original announcement, you can finally buy the Atari VCS.
Read MoreFacebook Gaming rolls out Fan Groups to help streamers and fans stay connected
Creators can create topics for chats, similar to Discord channels.
Read More'Super Monkey Ball: Banana Mania' comes to consoles and PC on October 5th
Sega is releasing a bundle featuring remastered versions of the first three Super Monkey Ball games to coincide with the franchise's 20th anniversary.
Read More'Castlevania: Rondo of Blood' is getting a physical release on the TurboDuo
Limited Run Games is releasing an English language version of 'Castlevania Rondo of Blood' in the US.
Read MoreShocking no one, Capcom announces 'Resident Evil Village' DLC
Capcom will release additional content for Resident Evil Village.
Read MoreE3 failed its deaf and hard-of-hearing viewers today
If you were relying on the ESA's closed captions to make sense of what's being unveiled at E3 today, you might have been very confused.
Read More'Elden Ring' will let you summon the spirits of dead enemies as allies
Director Hidetaka Miyazaki revealed a bunch more details about FromSoftware's next game.
Read MoreHalo Infinite's season passes won't expire
With Infinite, 343 Industries says it's taking a "player-first" approach to progression and customization. There won't be any random loot or loot boxes in the game.
Read MoreNiantic and Hasbro are making a Transformers AR game
'Transformers: Heavy Metal' is making its way to phones later this year.
Read More‘Welcome to Elk’ packs an emotional wallop in its short play time
Welcome to Elk is a short, but emotional, game about very personal stories.
Read MoreWatch Square Enix's E3 conference in 12 minutes
Watch all the highlights from Square Enix's E3 showcase, including new looks at 'Guardians of the Galaxy' and 'Life is Strange: True Colors.'
Read MoreVR Nerf gun battles are coming to Oculus Quest next year
'Nerf Ultimate Championship' is a new team-based virtual reality shooter for Oculus.
Read MoreHand-drawn adventure game 'Minute of Islands' gets a surprise E3 release
At E3 this year, Studio Fizbin has announced a release date for 'Minute of Islands'. It's available on PC, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch right now.
Read MoreA 'Slime Rancher' sequel is coming to Xbox Series X and PC in 2022
'Slime Rancher 2' will bring a cute, open-world life simulator to Xbox Series X and PC in 2022.
Read More'Babylon's Fall' will put a co-op twist on the PlatinumGames formula
Surprise! Babylon's Fall is an online RPG.
Read MoreThe first six 'Final Fantasy' games are getting 'pixel perfect' remakes
While this isn't quite what we've seen already with more recent Final Fantasy titles, Square Enix is giving the first six games in the RPG series a 'pixel remaster' treatment.
Read More'Stranger of Paradise Final Fantasy Origin' is a violent spin-off from the 'Nioh' team
Team Ninja and Tetsuo Nomura aren't pulling any punches.
Read More'Life is Strange: True Colors' somehow makes empathy a cool superpower
his time around, you play as 21-year-old Alex Chen, who's moved to Haven Springs in Colorado to reunite with her brother Gabe. According to the new E3 trailer, Alex seems to be amazed by the life Gabe has made for himself, and the warm characters that live in this small mountain town. But this is LIS, and tragedy is usually only a few narrative beats away. Gabe mysteriously passes away, and True Colors focuses on Alex's efforts to figure out what happened and what was responsible for Gabe's death. Oh and she has some high-level empath talents that will help her on the way.
Read MoreTime-loop thriller 'Twelve Minutes' arrives August 19th on Xbox and PC
'Twelve Minutes' comes to Xbox and PC on August 19th, complete with James McAvoy, Daisy Ridley and Willem Dafoe in the cast.
Read More‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ is more 'Deus Ex' than 'Avengers'
The next Square Enix Marvel game, Guardians of the Galaxy, has just been announced for an October 26th release. This time Eidos-Montréal is taking the reins and leading the partnership in a very different direction.
Read More'Guardians of the Galaxy' hits Xbox, PlayStation and PC on October 26th
It's a narrative, third-person, action-adventure title from the Deus Ex folks.
Read More'Redfall' is an open-world vampire shooter from the studio behind 'Dishonored'
Arkane and Bethesda have unveiled 'Redfall,' an open-world vampire shooter for Xbox Series X and PC due in 2022.
Read More'Forza Horizon 5' will take players to Mexico on November 9th
Microsoft will release Forza Horizon 5, the next-entry its long-running open world racing series, on November 9th.
Read More'Replaced' is a dystopian cyberpunk platformer for Xbox and Windows
'Replaced' is a dystopian vision of the 1980s for Xbox and PC coming in 2022.
Read More‘Diablo II: Resurrected’ lands September 23rd
4K, 60fps gameplay and a whole load of quality-of-life improvements.
Read More'Psychonauts 2' finally arrives on August 25, 2021
'Psychonauts 2' is coming out on August 25th.
Read MoreFirst 'Battlefield 2042' gameplay trailer shows tornadoes, rockets and wingsuits
EA and DICE have shown the first gameplay from 'Battlefield 2042' in a trailer, and those tornadoes and wingsuits are very much a part of the game.
Read More'S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2' is coming to Xbox Series X/S and PC on April 28th, 2022
Take a deeper look at gameplay from the first-person survival horror sequel.
Read More'Starfield' hits Xbox Series X/S and PC on November 11th, 2022
Starfield, Bethesda's new sci-fi RPG, will come out on November 11th, 2022.
Read MoreWatch Ubisoft's Forward event at E3 2021 in 12 minutes
Watch Ubisoft's Forward event at E3 2021 in just 12 minutes, including 'Rainbow 6: Extraction' and 'Avatar.'
Read More'Trek to Yomi' is a Kurosawa-inspired 2D samurai game coming in 2022
Announced today during Devolver Digital's E3 presentation, the 2.5D side-scroller sees you play as samurai.
Read More'Far Cry 6' will bring back the series' best villains (if you pay more)
Far Cry 6 will see the return of past villains from the franchise as playable characters in post-launch DLC.
Read MoreUbisoft's Avatar game will arrive in 2022
Ubisoft has revealed that 'Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora' will release in 2022, and it won't be available for last-gen consoles.
Read More'Assassin's Creed Valhalla' DLC will let you lay siege to Paris this summer
When Assassin's Creed Valhalla new expansion comes out this summer, it will allow players to relieve the Siege of Paris.
Read MoreMassively multiplayer extreme sports game 'Riders Republic' arrives September 2nd
'Riders Republic' is an extreme sports fantasy world where you can race against 63 other people/
Read MoreRocksmith+ is an Ubisoft subscription service for learning guitar and bass
You can use your phone's microphone and get real-time feedback as you play.
Read More'Rainbow Six: Extraction' brings alien co-op shooting on September 16th
As promised, Ubisoft showed off Rainbow 6: Extraction, a new spin on its popular first-person shooter.
Read MoreWatch Ubisoft's Forward E3 event with us at 2:40PM ET
Ubisoft is gearing up to make a splash at E3 today with its Forward event, which kicks off at 3PM ET.
Read MoreFallout 76's battle royale mode is getting nuked in September
Bethesda is killing Nuclear Winter two years after announcing it.
Read MoreMeet the biggest games publisher you’ve never heard of
Embracer, formerly THQ Nordic, has spent billions to acquire the best of the rest game developers in the world.
Read More'Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order' free upgrade for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S is here
Newcomers can pick up the action RPG for $40.
Read More'Last Stop' brings its supernatural story to consoles and PC on July 22nd
'Last Stop,' the latest project from Virginia developer Variable State, will hit consoles and PC on July 22nd.
Read MoreJackbox is offering 'practice friends' to rebuild your social skills
Jackbox Games is offering the chance to hire 'practice friends' that remind you how to socialize in a post-pandemic world.
Read More'Evil Dead: The Game' trailer shows a brutal multiplayer battle with Deadites
Boss Team and Saber have shown the first gameplay from 'Evil Dead: The Game,' and its a brutal battle between Ash's crew and the Deadites.
Read MoreRhythm game 'A Musical Story' comes to consoles, iOS and PC this October
Part rhythm game, you'll need to play music to unlock the memories of protagonist Gabriel.
Read More'Endless Dungeon' brings co-op tower defense to console and PC in 2022
At the Summer Game Fest we got a new look at 'Endless Dungeon.'
Read MoreFromSoftware and George R.R. Martin's 'Elden Ring' arrives in January 2022
Hidetaka Miyazaki and George R.R. Martin's 'Elden Ring' will be out on PlayStation, Xbox and PC next year.
Read MoreBlizzard shows off a pair of 'Overwatch 2' hero redesigns
Sombra and Baptiste are the latest characters to get new looks.
Read MoreFast and Furious is returning to 'Rocket League'
A trio of Fast and Furious cars are heading to 'Rocket League' including F9's rocket-strapped Pontiac Fiero and two returning franchise faves.
Read More'Two Point Campus' is a silly, fantastical, college life simulator
Two Point's new simulation game takes place on a wacky college campus.
Read More'Salt and Sacrifice' brings Soulslike co-op action to PlayStation and PC in 2022
Salt and Sacrifice is the sequel to 2016's Salt and Sanctuary.
Read MorePrime Matter is a new ‘premium’ game publisher with a lot of new IPs
Prime Matter is a new publishing label that'll play home to games like 'Payday 3', a Painkiller sequel and a Crossfire RTS, as well as a bunch of new IPs.
Read More'Among Us' will borrow from its mod community to stay relevant
'Among Us' will add a slew of fan-favorite mod features to keep people playing, including hide and seek and roles like the sheriff.
Read MoreTiny Tina's Wonderlands is a fantasy Borderlands spin-off due in early 2022
Gearbox has unveiled 'Tiny Tina's Wonderlands,' a fantasy spin-off of 'Borderlands' with stars like Andy Samberg and Wanda Sykes.
Read More'Monark' RPG by former 'Shin Megami Tensei' developers launches in October
A group of ex-Atlus developers who previously worked on the Shin Megami Tensei franchise has launched a brand new JRPG IP called Monark
Read More'Overwatch' is finally getting crossplay support
Five years after its initial release, crossplay is finally coming to Overwatch.
Read More'Battlefield 2042' trailer pays tribute to one player's legendary maneuver
The trailer for Battlefield 2042 is a celebration of "Only in Battlefield" moments.
Read MoreWhat to expect at E3 2021
This year, the big video game conference is all digital and completely free.
Read MoreEverything you need to know about 'Battlefield 2042'
Most importantly? It's not Battlefield V.
Read MoreWatch the first trailer for 'Battlefield 2042'
EA will reveal the next 'Battlefield' game at 10AM Eastern, and you can watch the live introduction here.
Read MorePanic's Playdate handheld will be available for pre-order in July
Panic's hand-cranked Playdate will be available for pre-order in July
Read More'Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake' won't be at E3
Ubisoft says the game is on track for a 2022 release date.
Read MoreFortnite's new season lets you fly UFOs and play as Superman
Fortnite has unveiled its 7th season of chapter 2 with the ability to play as Superman or Rick & Morty's Rich Sanchez and fly in a UFO
Read MoreUbisoft's upcoming Rainbow Six game is now called 'Extraction'
Ubisoft has announced that Rainbow Six Quarantine will now officially be called Rainbow Six Extraction.
Read MoreDon't expect Saints Row, Metro, Dead Island or TimeSplitters at E3
Deep Silver says those franchises won't be featured at Summer Game Fest either.
Read MorePanic's upcoming Playdate handheld will cost $179 but arrive with more games
Panic increases Playdate price and will hold a video showcase event on June 8th.
Read More2K is reportedly preparing a Marvel 'XCOM' game and a Borderlands spin-off
Publisher 2K is rumored to be working on a Marvel game from XCOM studio Firaxis and a Borderlands spinoff.
Read MoreTaito's Egret II Mini is an arcade replica with a rotating screen
Taito is releasing a mini replica of its Egret II sit down arcade cabinet from the '90s.
Read MoreSierra founders Ken and Roberta Williams are developing a new game
Sierra On-Line's Ken and Roberta Williams are developing a new game.
Read MoreSquare Enix will show off 'Babylon's Fall' from PlatinumGames during E3
Square Enix's E3 presentation on June 13th will include a fresh look at Babylon's Fall.
Read MoreUbisoft will reveal whatever 'Rainbow Six Quarantine' is now at E3
It will have a new name, for obvious reasons.
Read MoreThe official E3 2021 schedule includes Take-Two, Gearbox and WB Games
With the start of E3 2021 a little more than a week away, the Electronic Software Association has shared the official schedule for the four-day virtual event.
Read MoreDICE Awards organizer's new festival will honor video game art
The Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences is launching a video game art festival with help from iam8bit.
Read More'No Man's Sky' is getting a major visual upgrade
A huge 'Prisms' update is rolling out that also adds flying pets.
Read More'Valorant' is coming to mobile
After months of rumors, Riot Games has confirmed that a mobile version of Valorant is in development.
Read More'Tell Me Why' is free for Pride Month
Starting today through to the end of June, you can download Tell Me Why for free.
Read More'Crysis Remastered Trilogy' is coming to PC and consoles this fall
You'll be able to pick up the reworked versions of all three games separately.
Read MoreEA will reveal the next Battlefield game on June 9th
EA and Dice will share a first look at the next Battlefield game on June 9th.
Read More‘Lego Builder’s Journey’ will hit PC and Switch on June 22nd
The puzzle game was initially an Apple Arcade exclusive.
Read MoreFar Cry comes to Zero Latency's VR arcades
'Far Cry VR: Dive into Insanity' is now available to play at Zero Latency's gaming arcades.
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Google (31)
Google UK will rely on a regulator to crack down on scam finance ads
Google says it will soon only run financial ads in the UK from companies that have been authorized by the country's financial watchdog.
Read MoreGoogle promises improved privacy and five-years of updates for Nest devices
Google is updating its Nest privacy commitments with pledges regarding multi-device setups, future software releases and bug fixes and vulnerability research.
Read MoreGoogle removes Maps targeting Thai dissidents and activists
Google has pulled two custom Maps creations used to target alleged opponents of Thailand's king.
Read MoreGoogle's new support website will help you locate local US food banks
Google has launched a new website called Find Food Support, which puts important resources on how to locate free food in the US in one place.
Read MoreAndroid developers will get larger sales cuts if they support devices beyond phones
Google has rolled out a worldwide program that gives Android developers a larger cut of sales if they support tablets, watches, and other non-phone devices.
Read MoreYouTube took down videos documenting Xinjiang human rights abuses
YouTube took down a string of videos documenting human rights abuses in China's Xinjiang province, and the reasoning isn't necessarily clear.
Read MoreGoogle's latest feature warns you if search results may not be reliable
Google is testing a new feature that will warn users when a search may yield unreliable results.
Read MoreGoogle delays the rollout of its third-party cookie replacement to mid-2023
Google is pushing back its plan to phase out third-party cookies in Chrome as part of its Privacy sandbox changes.
Read MoreGoogle and Jio reveal a low-cost smartphone that's 'made for India'
Google has unveiled its first Android smartphone built jointly with Jio, the Indian mobile network it acquired a stake in last year.
Read MoreGoogle expands its News Showcase program to Canada
Google has signed agreements with eight publishers in Canada for its News Showcase program, including major publishers like The Globe and Mail.
Read MoreEU opens antitrust probe into Google's advertising tech
European regulators have launched an antitrust investigation into Google's advertising policies.
Read MoreGoogle may be adding Bluetooth detection to its Find My Device service
Google may be working on expanding Android's Find My Device functionality to more closely match the capabilities of Apple's Find My network.
Read MoreGoogle's $99 Pixel Buds A-Series are now available
You can buy the Pixel Buds A-Series starting today on Google's website, as well as retailers like Best Buy and Walmart.
Read MoreGoogle Meet update makes Hand Raise requests more visible
After introducing the much-needed Hand Raise feature in Meet, Google has now made it more useful for all parties in a call.
Read MoreGoogle's refreshed WiFi router comes to Canada and Europe
Google has brought its low-cost WiFi router to Canada and 16 European countries — it's not just for Americans.
Read MoreGoogle's first retail store is a space to sell, fix and show off its products
Google is opening its first permanent physical store in New York this Thursday. Here's what to expect.
Read MoreYouTube bans election and gambling ads at the top of its homepage
Alcohol and prescription drug advertisers are also locked out of the prominent masthead slot.
Read MoreGoogle's Workspace suite is now available to anyone
Google is opening up Workspace to all users with a Google account and improving some features.
Read MoreGoogle will update Chrome OS just as quickly as its web browser
Google is speeding up the Chrome OS update cycle and will now release new versions every four weeks, just like the regular Chrome browser.
Read MoreNLRB expands its Google complaint for alleged retaliatory dismissals
The US National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is expanding its complaint against Google to include three additional former employees of the company.
Read MoreGoogle Chrome will once again show a website's full URL
Google will now show the full URL in Chrome after admitting that the experiment "didn't move" security metrics.
Read MoreUK competition regulator to supervise Google's Privacy Sandbox changes
The UK's competition regulator has agreed with Google to oversee its Privacy Sandbox changes.
Read MoreGoogle will update its search algorithm to discourage slander extortion schemes
Google is changing its search algorithms to suppress sites used to extort money through slander.
Read MoreGoogle's Firmina subsea cable will connect the US to Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay
Google is making a big push to improve connectivity in South America with its new Firmina subsea cable. It'll run from the US East Coast to Las Toninas, Argentina, with additional connections in Punda del Este, Uruguay and Praia Grande, Brazil.
Read MoreGoogle quietly ends support for its augmented reality Measure app
Google kills its augmented reality Measure app.
Read MoreGoogle will let rivals appear as default search engine options on Android for free
The EU pressured the company to ditch the pay-to-play format in Europe.
Read MoreStadia is coming to Chromecast with Google TV on June 23rd
The game streaming service is also on the way to NVIDIA Shield TV and other Android TV devices.
Read MoreGoogle to adapt its ad technology after France hands it a $267 million fine
Google has agreed to pay a $267 million fine and change its ad practices after France found it had abused its dominant online ad position.
Read MoreGoogle is bringing more Enhanced Safe Browsing protections to Chrome
It will add more safeguards against potentially malicious extensions and downloads.
Read MoreGoogle will make it harder to track Android users across apps (updated)
Google is adding privacy protections to Android that will make it harder for advertisers to track you across apps.
Read MoreGoogle makes it easier to find businesses with gender-neutral restrooms
With Pride Month underway, Google is adding a small but handy feature in Maps and Search to help transgender, nonbinary and gender non-conforming individuals.
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Laptops (4)
HP's Pavilion Aero is its lightest consumer laptop yet
The $749 machine weighs under a kilogram and has a 90 percent screen-to-body ratio.
Read MoreRazer's Blade 14 returns with a speedy AMD 5900HX CPU
When last we saw the 14-inch Razer Blade, it was toting 7th-gen Intel CPUs and NVIDIA's GTX 1650 graphics. Now it's back, and it's powered by AMD's Ryzen 5900HX and up to an RTX 3080 GPU.
Read MoremacOS Monterey will drop support for older MacBook Pro and Air models
You may need to upgrade if you want the latest version of Apple's desktop operating system.
Read MoreNow Chromebooks can use Google's Nearby Share feature
Google has started rolling out Nearby Share to Chrome OS devices.
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Meta (22)
Facebook's standalone newsletter platform 'Bulletin' launches today
Facebook has revealed its long-rumored standalone newsletter platform: Bulletin.
Read MoreJudge dismisses FTC’s initial antitrust complaint against Facebook
A federal judge has dismissed the FTC's initial antitrust complaint against Facebook, saying it was "legally insufficient."
Read MoreLG TVs will soon gain dedicated support for Facebook's Portal TV
LG has made it easier to install Facebook's Portal TV on its webOS-powered TVs thanks to a new firmware update.
Read MoreFacebook is working on visual search for shopping on Instagram
Facebook is working on visual search technology for Instagram as it doubles down on shopping features throughout its platform.
Read MoreOculus loses one of its first in-app VR ad partners following backlash
The developer of VR game 'Blaston' has pulled the title out of Facebook's ad test on Oculus.
Read MoreFacebook will add ‘satire exception’ to its community standards
Facebook says it will update its Community Standards to clarify how it treats satirical content as a result of recommendations from the Oversight Board.
Read MoreIn-app ads are coming to Oculus Quest
In the coming weeks, Facebook plans to start testing ads Oculus Quest owners will see while playing games and using apps with their headsets.
Read MoreFacebook's latest AI doesn't just detect deep fakes, it knows where they came from
On Wednesday, Facebook and Michigan State University debuted a novel method of not just detecting deep fakes but discovering which generative model produced it by reverse engineering the image itself.
Read MoreFacebook asks the Oversight Board to help shape its doxing policy
Facebook has asked the Oversight Board for help shaping its policy on doxxing.
Read MoreFacebook AI can mimic text styles with a photo of a single word
Facebook has developed AI that can copy the style of text in a photo — your handwriting could become a font.
Read MoreNow Oculus owns the best VR battle royale game
Facebook just bought another VR game developer, and this time it's the maker of 'Population: One,' a popular VR battle royale game.
Read MoreFacebook Messenger adds custom QR codes for Facebook Pay transactions
Facebook Messenger now supports Venmo-like QR codes and personalized links for person-to-person payments with Facebook Pay.
Read MoreFacebook's Movie Mate chatbot is a second-screen experience for the 'Fast' movies
With Fast & Furious 9 coming out on June 25th, Facebook and Universal Pictures are releasing a new second-screen experience called Movie Mate to give both longtime fans and newcomers a new way to experience the series.
Read MoreFacebook's first smartwatch will reportedly have a detachable camera
The company is said to be eyeing a summer 2022 release window for the device.
Read MoreFacebook wants an AI that can beat the 'hardest game in the world'
Facebook is asking for the AI community's help in bringing low NetHack — one of the most notoriously difficult titles in gaming history — and maybe help computers learn to simulate instances faster using fewer resources.
Read MoreFacebook offers 'extra cash' for creators who stream more
At its first Creator Week event, Mark Zuckerberg introduced new features that will help influencers to earn "extra cash" for meeting specific goals.
Read MoreStudy finds Facebook's free data app favored its own services
Discover provides users with free daily data and stripped-down web pages.
Read MoreFacebook buys studio behind collaborative game-making platform 'Crayta'
Unit 2 Games is now part of Facebook Gaming.
Read MoreEU opens antitrust probe into Facebook
EU competition regulators have opened an antitrust investigation into Facebook and its use of classified ads data.
Read MoreFacebook is making it easier for researchers to study fringe groups
Facebook is making it easier for researchers to study its platform, including fringe groups and other "non-mainstream" movements, with a new Researcher API.
Read MoreFacebook opens its Messenger API for Instagram to all developers
Starting today, any developer who wants to start building for the platform can access the tool, with a phased rollout to business accounts to follow.
Read MoreFacebook staff call for review of pro-Palestinian content policies
Almost 200 Facebook employees have signed a letter asking the company to review and possibly change its approach to moderating pro-Palestinian content.
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Microsoft (23)
Microsoft is easing some of the system requirements for the Windows 11 preview
You don't need a specific CPU or TPM 2.0 chip to test the OS.
Read MoreThe Windows 11 preview can dynamically change your refresh rate to save battery
As the name suggests, DRR will lower your laptop's refresh rate to 60Hz when you're doing things like writing emails and documents and then increase it to 120Hz when inking and scrolling so that those interactions feel more instantaneous.
Read MoreMicrosoft rolls out the first Windows 11 preview
Windows fans and developers can get their first taste of Windows 11 today, as Microsoft has begun rolling out the first preview for Windows Insiders.
Read MoreMicrosoft: Steam and Epic would be 'very welcome' in the Windows 11 app store
Microsoft hopes Steam and the Epic Games Store might come to the Windows 11 app store, although its cut for game revenue might prevent that from happening.
Read MoreMicrosoft's zero-percent cut on Windows apps doesn't extend to games
Microsoft app developers can keep all their earnings if they use their own commerce platform, unless they're developing games.
Read MoreMicrosoft Store is getting a much-needed overhaul for Windows 11
Microsoft won't take a cut of in-app purchases if developers use their own payment systems.
Read MoreAndroid apps are coming to Windows 11
At the Windows 11 event today, Microsoft announced Android apps will work in the next OS.
Read MoreMicrosoft Teams is integrated into the Windows 11 taskbar
As you are surely aware, the importance of online communications platforms skyrocketed over the last year-plus, thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. Microsoft has pushed its Teams communication platform in a big way during that time, and it'll be even more prominent in Windows 11
Read MoreMicrosoft unveils Windows 11, a more polished OS
Windows 11 is a more polished spin on Windows 10.
Read MoreHow to watch Microsoft's Windows 11 launch event
Microsoft is holding its Windows 11 launch event at 11AM Eastern — here's how to watch as it happens.
Read MoreMicrosoft adds photo editing features to OneDrive
Microsoft has updated OneDrive on Android and the web with new photo editing and viewing features.
Read MoreMicrosoft will end expanded 'Cyberpunk 2077' refund policy in July
Cyberpunk 2077 will fall back under Microsoft's standard digital refund policy starting on July 6th.
Read MoreMicrosoft Edge makes it easier to share webpages between devices
Microsoft has started rolling out the latest public release of Edge, and it includes a handy feature for those who use the browser on multiple devices.
Read MoreMicrosoft hired the co-creator of ‘Portal’ to build games for the cloud
Kim Swift is Xbox-bound after a stint at Stadia.
Read MoreMicrosoft's latest Whiteboard app makes it easier to blend home and office work
Microsoft has launched a new version of its Whiteboard app for Microsoft 365, with features designed for the new hybrid workplace reality.
Read MoreMicrosoft appoints CEO Satya Nadella as chairman
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has been appointed to the role of board chair.
Read MoreMicrosoft will end Windows 10 support in October 2025
The next version of Windows will be revealed next week, on June 24th.
Read MoreMicrosoft preps for its big Windows event with an 11-minute startup sound remix
Have you ever listened to Windows startup sounds... played super slowly?
Read MoreMicrosoft says it blocked Tiananmen Square searches outside China due to 'error'
Microsoft says Bing blocked searches for the Tiananmen Square 'tank man' outside the US due to 'human error.'
Read MoreMicrosoft partners with voting machine maker Hart on election security
ElectionGuard software lets voters check their votes were counted properly.
Read MoreMicrosoft expands its Airband internet access project to major cities
It aims to lower broadband service costs and help people obtain devices and digital skills.
Read MoreMicrosoft will unveil the next version of Windows on June 24th
After teasing the next generation of Windows during Build last week, Microsoft announced that it'll be officially unveiling the new version of its operating system on June 24th at 11AM Eastern.
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Mobile (9)
AT&T will soon enable RCS messaging for all Android phones
Google Messages will be the default chat app for AT&T customers.
Read MoreThe iOS 15, iPadOS 15 and watchOS 8 public betas are here
The iOS 15 public beta is rolling out today. Here's how to get it.
Read MoreT-Mobile uses eSIM to let iPhone owners test its network for free
T-Mobile is offering a new way for people to test out its network coverage in the area where they live.
Read MoreMixhalo will harness 5G for low-latency audio at live events
The company is making it easier for venues to send audio from the soundboard to attendees' phones.
Read MoreLondon's Tube will offer full mobile coverage by the end of 2024
London is expanding 4G mobile connectivity to the entirety of the tube by 2024.
Read MoreFCC changes how emergency alerts appear on your phone
The FCC is changing how you'll get emergency warnings — your phone will soon show 'National Alerts' that include FEMA warnings.
Read MoreAT&T is giving six months of Stadia Pro to 5G and fiber internet subscribers
AT&T is now offering six months of Stadia Pro to 5G and fiber internet subscribers, plus a discount on the hardware you need to play.
Read MoreAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile will start providing z-axis data for 911 calls
Major US wireless carriers have a seven day deadline to start including vertical location data when callers dial 911.
Read MoreHuawei starts rolling out its alternative to Android on phones and tablets
Mate40, P40, Mate 30 and MatePad Pro devices are getting HarmonyOS 2 first.
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News (36)
LG's 'QNED' Mini LED TVs are coming to the US in July
LG's lineup of QNED 4K and 8K TVs unveiled late last year will arrive in the US in July, the company has announced.
Read MoreLittle Tikes made a Peloton-style stationary bike for kids
Pelican Explore & Fit Cycle will hit shelves at Target next week.
Read MoreJuul will pay $40 million to settle a vaping lawsuit in North Carolina
Several other states have sued the company, alleging that it marketed products to teens.
Read MoreUK watchdog bans cryptocurrency exchange Binance (updated)
The UK's financial watchdog has banned Binance's cryptocurrency exchange in the UK,
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Windows 11 and a chat with Ratchet & Clank devs
Microsoft officially unveiled Windows 11 this week, and Cherlynn and Devindra are ready to dive into everything that's new.
Read MoreThermoWorks' latest Thermapen can measure food temperature in under one second
ThermoWorks has unveiled a new cooking thermometer that gets the temperature in just one second — ideal if you're in a rush.
Read MorePanasonic's S5 and S1 cameras will support high-res Blackmagic RAW video soon
Panasonic will update both its Lumix S1 and S5 full-frame cameras with Blackmagic RAW 5.9K 12-bit 30 fps external video recording capability on July 12th.
Read MoreJohn McAfee, controversial antivirus pioneer, found dead in prison
Antivirus software entrepreneur John McAfee has died at the age of 75.
Read MorePeloton's Tread+ temporarily needs a subscription, but a fix is on the way
The company is temporarily waiving membership fees amid the messy rollout of a safety feature.
Read MoreGoPro aims to develop an action camera ecosystem with its new API
GoPro's new API could let you control the Hero Black 9 with a smartwatch or voice control.
Read MoreRoland's new mobile mixer has better support for Android and headset mics
The Pro-X offers small, but useful, improvements on the Pro.
Read MoreYoto audio player for kids adds Disney and Pixar books
Two collections of bite-sized stories featuring the likes of 'The Lion King' and 'Toy Story 3' are now available.
Read MoreCalifornia gives residents digital access to their COVID-19 vaccine record
The state of California has launched a tool designed to give residents easy access to a digital copy of their COVID-19 vaccine information.
Read MoreNTIA's interactive broadband map highlights the digital divide
The US now has its first interactive map highlighting the 'digital divide' where broadband is hindered by slow speeds and poverty.
Read MoreUS lawmakers want to make it easier for people to cancel their subscriptions
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced the Unsubscribe Act.
Read MoreIKEA and Sonos built a speaker into a piece of wall art
The latest IKEA and Sonos collaboration has been leaked and teased multiple times, but today the officially unveiling the SYMFONISK picture frame WiFi speaker. It looks essentially identical to the leak we saw earlier this month; it's a black or white frame that disguises a large speaker that you can hang on the wall.
Read MoreUS releases NSA leaker Reality Winner into supervised custody
The US federal government has released Reality Winner from prison into supervised custody
Read MoreThailand bans meme coins and NFTs as part of crypto crackdown
Thailand has implemented a ban on meme coins, NFTs and social coins as part of its ongoing regulatory action against crypto trading.
Read MorePulitzer Prize awards special citation to teen who filmed George Floyd's murder
Darnella Frazier, the teen who recorded the murder of George Floyd last summer, has earned a special citation from the Pulitzer Prize board.
Read MoreLG extends the panel warranty on its G1 TVs to five years
In the US, LG has introduced a new five-year limited panel warranty that covers every 2021 G1 OLED TV it sells in the country.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Diving into WWDC and E3
This week, Cherlynn and Devindra chat with Mat Smith about Apple's torrent of announcements from WWDC 2021 and what to expect from E3.
Read MoreSony's Airpeak S1 drone for Alpha cameras will cost $10,000 this September
Sony has officially launched the Airpeak S1 drone, which was designed to work with its Alpha mirrorless cameras.
Read MoreThe Morning After: El Salvador made Bitcoin a legal currency
Today's headlines: El Salvador becomes the first country to approve Bitcoin as legal currency, 'Overwatch' is finally getting crossplay support, and iOS 15 will let you use Siri on a locked iPhone, if you own an Apple Watch.
Read MoreWalmart begins selling its Onn-branded Android TV streamers
Walmart has officially started selling a 4K Android TV device that's been listed on its website for a month now.
Read MoreEl Salvador becomes the first country to approve Bitcoin as legal currency
El Salvador has voted to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender.
Read MoreA new plant-based tuna is coming to restaurants in 2022
The next time you visit a sushi restaurant, the delicious spicy tuna rolls that come with your sushi platter may not come from a fish at all.
Read MoreMoviePass settles with FTC over complaints that it blocked subscribers
MoviePass operators have agreed to settle with the FTC.
Read MoreAmazon, Reddit, Twitter and Twitch impacted by huge network outage
A huge internet outage has affected large swaths of the internet this morning, including major sites like Amazon, Reddit, Twitter and Twitch.
Read MoreEl Salvador may be the first country to accept Bitcoin as legal tender
El Salvador's President will propose a bill that would make Bitcoin legal tender — the first country to do so.
Read MoreZOIA 2.0 update unlocks more power for complex modular effects
Empress Effect's do-it-all guitar pedal is now even more powerful and versatile.
Read MorePeloton discounts digital memberships for students, military and first responders
Peloton is cutting the price of its digital memberships for students, healthcare workers, teachers, first responders, military and military families.
Read MoreDonald Trump's blog is dead
Like too many web empires of yore, Donald Trump's blog page is no more.
Read MoreIkea and Sonos' next 'Symfonisk' could be a picture frame speaker
A listing for a Symfonisk "picture frame with WiFi speaker" went up on IKEA's website.
Read MoreVizio's 2022 TV lineup includes a 40-inch TV with VRR for less than $250
Vizio's new TV lineup brings high-end gaming features to cheap 1080p TVs.
Read MoreVizio's new soundbars include multiple options with Dolby Atmos
Vizio's latest soundbars include multiple Dolby Atmos options and affordable models to boost your TV's sound.
Read MoreVizio adds voice control and a new look for its M- and P-Series TVs
Vizio's new 65-inch 4K M-Series TV has a voice remote and a redesigned stand, and it's on sale now for less than $600.
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Nintendo (25)
The Morning After: Remembering the iconic Nintendo 64
Today's headlines: Supreme Court rules in Snapchat case that students' use of expletives is free speech, Uber Eats told to add a price disclaimer to the checkout page, and Founders of South African Bitcoin exchange disappear after supposed $3.6 billion 'hack'.
Read MoreTake a look back at Engadget's favorite Nintendo 64 games
The Engadget staff shares some of their favorite memories of the console on its 25th birthday.
Read MoreLego adds Luigi and collaborative play to its Super Mario World line
You're not just getting a brother, you're getting two-player Lego Mario levels.
Read MoreThe free-to-start Pokémon MOBA arrives on Nintendo Switch in July
'Pokémon Unite' is coming to Switch in July and mobile in September, giving you a 'free' MOBA you can play across platforms.
Read More'Metroid Dread' is a dark rebirth for Samus Aran
Metroid Dread is Nintendo's first "proper" Metroid game in almost two decades. Producer Yoshio Sakamoto explains what to expect.
Read More'Danganronpa' visual novels are finally coming to Nintendo Switch
The Danganronpa visual novels will finally be available for the Nintendo Switch.
Read More'Mario Party Superstars' revives classic boards and games
Coming out on October 29th, Mario Party Superstars features brings back classic boards and minigames from past games in the series.
Read MoreWatch Nintendo's E3 2021 Direct in 12 minutes
If you missed Nintendo's E3 2021 Direct, not to worry. We got you covered with a 12-minute cut of everything the company announced.
Read MoreMissing: Three games we didn't see during Nintendo's E3 stream
Seriously, has anyone heard from Bayonetta?
Read MoreAn adorable Zelda-themed Game & Watch comes out November 12th
Nintendo certainly knows how to mix nostalgia and cuteness.
Read MoreSwitch-exclusive 'Shin Megami Tensei V' comes out on November 12th
Following a long wait, SMT V comes out exclusively on Nintendo Switch on November 12th.
Read MoreNintendo is bringing remakes of 'Advance Wars' and its sequel to Switch
'Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp' drops on December 3rd
Read More'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild' sequel will arrive in 2022
Nintendo hopes to release the sequel to Breath of the Wild in 2022.
Read More'WarioWare: Get It Together!' slouches onto the Nintendo Switch September 10th
Nintendo executives introduced yet another edition of the popular minigame series during E3 2021 on Tuesday dubbed WarioWare: Get It Together.
Read MoreSwitch gets 'Life is Strange: True Colors' and the remasters this year
The emotional, supernatural series is a good fit for Switch.
Read More'Metroid Dread' gets resurrected on the Switch this fall
A 2D side-scroller Metroid game made a surprise appearance at today's Nintendo Direct.
Read More'Guardians of the Galaxy' is coming to Nintendo Switch
In addition to Xbox One, Xbox Series X and S, PlayStation 4, PS5 and PC, Guardians of the Galaxy is coming to Nintendo Switch.
Read MoreThe next 'Super Smash Bros. Ultimate' fighter is Kazuya from Tekken
But will you get to chuck your opponents into a volcano?
Read MoreWatch the Nintendo E3 showcase with us at 11:40AM ET!
We're streaming live on YouTube, commenting on everything Nintendo has to offer at this year's E3! Zelda sequel, please!
Read MoreTop-down shooter 'Demon Throttle' is a physical exclusive for the Nintendo Switch
Devolver and Doinksoft are practically daring you to buy or sell their new game on eBay.
Read More'Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope' is coming to Switch in 2022
The sequel to 'Kingdom Battle' will add 'new action elements' to the turn-based tactical series.
Read MoreNow the Nintendo Switch has a $2 Notes app
You may not be able to download Netflix on the Nintendo Switch, but what is basically the next best thing is now available on the console.
Read More‘Kingdom Come: Deliverance’ is the latest 'impossible' Nintendo Switch port
The action-RPG 'Kingdom Come: Deliverance' is being ported to the Nintendo Switch by Saber INteractive and Prime Matter
Read MoreThe E3 Nintendo Direct will take place on June 15th
Expect 40 minutes of info about games, most of which will be released this year.
Read MoreNintendo is turning one of its old factories into a museum
Nintendo is repurposing an old factory into a gallery showcasing the products it has launched over the course of the company's history.
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PC Gaming (14)
Omaze's latest sweepstakes offers the chance to win $20,000 towards a gaming PC
Omaze is giving away $20,000 to build your ultimate gaming PC.
Read MoreMicrosoft’s fast game-loading tech won’t come to Windows 10
One of Windows 11's most exciting gaming-related features won't make its way to Windows 10.
Read MoreValve continues crackdown on Steam 'tourists' who switch countries for cheaper games
Valve is clamping down on Steam 'tourist' shoppers by limiting users to one country change every three months.
Read More'Myst' Oculus remake hits PC and Mac this year, no VR headset required
Ready to buy yet another copy of Myst?
Read MoreNVIDIA's DLSS upscaling comes to 'Rust' and a wave of Linux games
NVIDIA is bringing its DLSS upscaling to 'Rust' and a batch of Linux games, on top of announced plans for 'Doom Eternal' and 'Red Dead 2.'
Read MoreValorant's latest Agent is a robot with an ability that lets anyone revive him
Valorant's new hero, KAY/O, is perfect for fraggers who love grenades and often die first.
Read MoreFirst-gen Oculus Quests will also get wireless PC VR gaming via Air Link
The original Oculus Quest is getting Air Link.
Read MoreTurtle Beach made a $350 ‘Flight Simulator’ controller
Turtle Beach has announced two new controllers for the Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
Read More'A Plague Tale: Requiem' revives a cult hit on console and PC in 2022
'A Plague Tale' is getting a sequel — 'Requiem' is coming to Xbox Series X/S and PC in 2022.
Read More'Metal Slug Tactics' resurrects a classic '90s franchise
Metal Slug, a mainstay SNK action franchise, is back... in tactical RPG form!
Read More'Control' is this week's Epic Games Store freebie
You have until June 17th to snag the terrific paranormal adventure at no cost.
Read MoreNihilistic city builder 'Frostpunk' is free on Epic Games Store
11 Bit Studios' post-apocalyptic steampunk city builder Frostpunk is now available for free on the Epic Games Store until June 10th.
Read More'CS:GO' ranked matches are no longer free-to-play
A newly rolled out CS:GO update removes your capability to access Prime matchmaking for free.
Read MoreAlienware's x15 and x17 cram Intel H-series CPUs and RTX 30 graphics into thin frames
Alienware's new x15 and x17 models are its thinnest gaming laptops yet.
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PlayStation (13)
July's PlayStation Plus games include 'Call of Duty: Black Ops 4'
'A Plague Tale: Innocence' is the month's PS5-only addition.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Sony adds another games studio to its PlayStation roster
Today's headlines: Sony adds another games studio to its in-house PlayStation roster, Apple unveils Watch bands and faces ahead of the Olympics, and Little Tikes made a Peloton-style bike for kids.
Read MoreSony buys 'Returnal' developer Housemarque
Sony has acquired Housemarque, the gaming studio behind PS5 hit Returnal.
Read More‘Cyberpunk 2077’ is back in the PlayStation Store
Sony has restored 'Cyberpunk 2077' to the PlayStation Store around six months after pulling the game.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Sony wants PS5 software beta testers
Today's headlines: Sony announces PS5 beta program ahead of 'major' system update, Microsoft appoints CEO Satya Nadella as chairman, and all future Disney+ original series will be released on a Wednesday.
Read More'Cyberpunk 2077' gets more crash fixes before heading back to the PS Store
Patch 1.23 for Cyberpunk 2077 will improve the game's stability by preventing numerous crash fixes.
Read MoreSony announces PS5 beta program ahead of 'major' system update
Let's hope Sony will unlock that SSD expansion slot soon.
Read More'Cyberpunk 2077' will return to the PlayStation Store on June 21st
The RPG will re-emerge on the storefront six months after Sony removed it over performance issues.
Read More'Godfall' will hit PS4 on August 10th
The former PS5 console exclusive is also getting a paid expansion and a free update.
Read MoreFormer Call of Duty heads are making a new game for PlayStation
Two important individuals in the history of Call of Duty have founded a new studio.
Read More'Axiom Verge 2' is coming to PlayStation 4 and 5
In addition to releasing on Nintendo Switch and PC via the Epic Games Store as previously announced, Axiom Verge 2 will make its way to Sony consoles.
Read More'Death Stranding Director's Cut' is coming to PlayStation 5
As expected, Hideo Kojima is preparing director's cut of Death Stranding.
Read MoreThe next 'God of War' won't be out until 2022
While we still don't have specific release dates for either the next installments of the venerated God of War or Horizon series, the wait may not be for much longer according to Playstation Studio head, Hermen Hulst.
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Reviews (35)
watchOS 8 beta hands-on: Subtle but useful changes
The watchOS 8 public beta might not be as big a change as iOS 15, but it still promises better integration with your iPhone, along with health and fitness updates.
Read MoreiOS 15 beta hands-on: A surprisingly complete preview
iOS 15 features like SharePlay, Focus modes and Live Text are ready for testing.
Read MoreAmazon’s Halo app gets better with Movement Health update
Amazon is rolling out its smartphone camera-driven service called Movement Health, which it announced earlier this month.
Read MoreWindows 11 hands-on: A cleaner OS to keep you productive
Judging from the first Windows 11 Insider Preview, Microsoft's next OS is shaping up to be much more than a mere Windows 10 update.
Read MoreEcho Show 8 and Show 5 review: Not much has changed, and that's okay
The latest Amazon Echo Show 8 and 5 haven't changed too much from their predecessors, though the Show 8 does get much-improved video calls.
Read MoreLenovo Legion 5 Pro review: You can’t argue with cheap
Lenovo has managed to undercut many of its rivals with a powerful gaming laptop, but sacrifices were made along the way.
Read MoreNikon's Z FC mirrorless camera recalls the glory days of 35mm film
Nikon is taking a trip back to its glory days of 35mm film photography with its second Z-series APS-C (DX) mirrorless camera, the Z fc.
Read MoreHow I inadvertently became a vinyl nerd
I became a vinyl nerd this year and purchased the U-Turn Audio Orbit Plus turntable and the Kanto YU4 powered speakers.
Read MoreThe Morning After: You can hang up Lenovo's new tablet
Today's headlines: YouTube took down videos documenting Xinjiang human rights abuses, Lenovo's new Yoga Tabs have kickstands that double as hangers, and Apple may be exploring even bigger iPad designs.
Read MoreLenovo’s $90 Smart Clock 2 includes a wireless charging pad
Lenovo's Smart Clock 2 offers some improvements for $90. It also comes with a wireless charging pad that's also a nightlight.
Read MoreChipolo's One Spot isn't quite an AirTag, but at least it has a hole
Chipolo's One Spot tracker tag is not entirely better, just different.
Read MoreOnePlus Nord N200 5G review: A $240 5G phone that's predictably average
At $240, the OnePlus Nord N200 5G seems like a better buy than the Pixel 4a and iPhone SE. But OnePlus' promises come with asterisks.
Read MoreLenovo's ThinkPad X1 Extreme fits RTX 3080 graphics into a slim body
Lenovo has unveiled its 4th-generation flagship ThinkPad X1 Extreme laptop, along with new AMD models and Chromebooks.
Read MoreHP Elite Folio review: A costly hodgepodge of mobile-centric features
The HP Elite Folio has a leather build, a pull-forward touchscreen, Snapdragon 8cx CPU, LTE and a stylus. But at $1,889, it's exorbitant.
Read MoreThe 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class merges next-level tech with luxury
Mercedes' commitment to making sure the S-Class is the benchmark for luxury sedans continues with the 2021 model. Roberto Baldwin took one for a drive to check out its new tech features.
Read MoreToyota's 2021 Sienna hybrid proves minivans can be fun, not just practical
Toyota's 2021 Sienna hybrid is practically the perfect car for parents.
Read MoreThe second-gen iZotope Spire Studio is a big improvement at a big cost
If you liked the original Spire portable studio from iZotope, you'll love the second generation. But be warned, the solid upgrades come at a price.
Read MoreWindows 11 leak hands-on: Like Windows 10 meets macOS
After dabbling with the (now infamous) Windows 11 leak for several hours, I've come to a surprising conclusion: It feels a lot like macOS.
Read MoreTeam Ninja's dark, wild spin on Final Fantasy needs some taming
There were leaks: Square Enix was going to reimagine the first Final Fantasy game as a Dark Souls-esque adventure RPG, with an appropriately moody aesthetic. And that's what Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin is trying to be. Team Ninja, known most recently for its work on the Nioh series, is creating something based on Final Fantasy lore, but with a darker twist.
Read MoreDriving Citroen's pint-sized Ami EV is as fun as it looks
Citroen's tiny, adorable EV is no race car but it's extremely fun to use.
Read More'Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart' takes the PS5 to new heights
After spending a few weeks with Rift Apart, I can confirm it genuinely lives up to the hype.
Read MoreElektron’s Power Handle makes its grooveboxes truly portable
The Model:Cycles and Model:Samples finally get battery power. But is it worth $50?
Read MoreAcer Chromebook Spin 713 review: It's all about the display
Acer's new Chromebook Spin 713 is one of the better Chromebooks we've tried lately.
Read MoreBeats Studio Buds review: The Beats for everyone
With the Studio Buds, Beats covered the basics and added bonuses like hands-free Siri and Dolby Atmos in Apple Music -- for $150.
Read MoreICYMI: We take a listen to Sony’s new WF-1000XM4 earbuds
This week's tech reviews on Engadget include the Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds, Civilized Cycle's Model 1 e-bike and the latest Tamagotchi Pix.
Read MoreMake Noise Strega review: A wonderfully weird, one-of-a-kind synth
A wonderfully weird, one-of-a-kind synth for drones, noise and lo-fi effects.
Read MoreASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage review: All AMD and A-OK
The Strix G15 Advantage Edition shows what's possible when you pair AMD's latest Ryzen CPUs with its powerful new Radeon 6000M graphics. It can outpage NVIDIA's fastest mobile GPUs, so long as you're not using ray tracing. And best of all, the G15 Advantage comes in cheaper than comparable systems.
Read MoreNintendo's 'Game Builder Garage' taught this comp sci dropout how to make games
Nintendo's 'Game Builder Garage' might actually get reluctant coders into game-making on their Switch console.
Read MoreCivilized Cycles' Model 1 is a posh, surprisingly practical e-bike
For many, e-bikes have become a fixture of life in New York City. Couriers use them to zip between apartments, bags of fragrant takeout in tow. Tourists grab them from CitiBike stands to lazily loop around parks. And more recently, an uptick in sales has proven residents are embracing these easy rides as they contend with streets that still aren't quite as full as they used to be. Point is, we've seen a lot of them cruising through the boroughs in the last year. But none of them look like the Civilized Cycles Model 1.
Read MoreNVIDIA RTX 3070 Ti review: A solid replacement for the 2070 Super
NVIDIA's RTX 3070 Ti is a solid upgrade for owners of the RTX 2070 Super, but not a huge leap from the 3070.
Read MoreSony WF-1000XM4 review: Excellent earbuds, awkward fit
Sony totally overhauled its true wireless earbuds with a new design, more powerful noise cancellation, improved battery life and more.
Read MoreThe Morning After: We reviewed Google's new $99 earbuds
The Pixel Buds A-Series has arrived, and we're preparing for Apple's WWDC 2021 event.
Read MorePixel Buds A-Series review: Impressive features for $99
Google's latest true wireless earbuds are a $99 version of the Pixel Buds it debuted in 2020. Surprisingly, the company kept nearly all of the features that made those buds such a good option for users who prefer Google Assistant.
Read MoreMy Tamagotchi Pix is drowning in poop and it's not my fault
The new Tamagotchi Pix has a camera but that's not the problem with it.
Read MoreNVIDIA RTX 3080 Ti review: An extravagant upgrade
NVIDIA's goal with the RTX 3080 Ti is obvious. After launching the RTX 3080 last year at $699, and the wildly powerful yet expensive RTX 3090 at $1,499, the chip giant is filling that pricing gap with an $1,199 card.
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Robotics (9)
Watch BTS get distracted by a dancing Boston Dynamics robot dog
That's it, that's the post.
Read MoreSoftBank reportedly stopped the production of its Pepper robots last year
We may have to say farewell to SoftBank's adorable humanoid robot Pepper.
Read MoreHeineken made a cute but garish autonomous beer cooler
Meet the Beer Outdoor Transporter or BOT from Heineken.
Read MoreAutonomous Mission Master XT can haul over a ton of supplies into war zones
Armies want autonomous vehicles to reduce the risk and workload for soldiers, and a new model is a prime example of how that will work.
Read MoreToyota trains its robots to wipe down tables while taking selfies
Toyota has developed a way for robots to recognize transparent and reflective surfaces.
Read MoreHyundai now owns robot dog maker Boston Dynamics
Hyundai has acquired Boston Dynamics from Softbank in a deal that values the robotics company at $1.1 billion.
Read MoreThis drone tracks human screams (to save lives)
A team of researchers from Germany's Fraunhofer FKIE institute has created a drone that can locate screaming humans.
Read MoreYou can now rent the kid-friendly Moxie robot for $149 a month
The child companion robot Moxie can now be rented for $149 a month.
Read MoreWake Forest teams win a NASA prize for 3D printing human liver tissue
A pair of research teams from Wake Forest University's Institute for Regenerative Medicine topped NASA's long-running Vascular Tissue Challenge by 3D printing a biologically viable chunk of human liver
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Samsung (9)
Watch Samsung's MWC event in four minutes
Get your eyes on the latest One UI smartwatch interface.
Read MoreSamsung's new Wear OS watch will debut at Unpacked this summer
Samsung will launch the first Galaxy Watch running Wear OS with its One UI Watch interface at Unpacked this summer.
Read MoreSamsung unveils new One UI Watch experience for Wear OS
Samsung showed off a smartwatch interface called One UI Watch today, based on the new Wear OS it co-engineered with Google.
Read MoreHow to watch today's Samsung Wear OS event
Samsung is holding its Wear OS event at Mobile World Congress at 1:15PM Eastern — here's how to watch and see the first fruits of the Google team-up.
Read MoreSamsung’s $1,299 Jet Bot AI+ robot vacuum detects small objects and cables
Samsung has launched the Jet Bot AI+, a robot vacuum with active stereo-type 3D sensor and an Intel AI solution.
Read MoreSamsung drops the curve for its latest Odyssey gaming monitors
Samsung has unveiled its latest batch of budget Osyssey gaming monitors including a flat, rather than a curved model that can do 4K at 144Hz.
Read MoreSamsung's new 50-megapixel camera sensor has the smallest pixels yet
Samsung's ISOCELL JN1 fits 50 megapixels into a tiny 1/2.76-inch format for a pixel size of just 0.64 micrometers.
Read MoreSamsung's stretchable electronic 'skin' can detect and display your heartbeat
Samsung has developed a flexible heart rate monitor with a stretchable display.
Read MoreSamsung's new Galaxy Book Go laptops start at $349 with 18 hour battery life
Samsung has two cheap laptops on the way using Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon processors to run Windows 10.
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Science (9)
CRISPR gene editing breakthrough could treat many more diseases
Researchers have discovered that you can inject CRISPR gene editing directly into the bloodstream, potentially leading to effective treatments for many diseases.
Read MoreUS government says it doesn't know what was behind 143 UFO sightings
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) has published its long-awaited report on nearly two decades worth of UFO sightings.
Read MoreWhat Neuralink and other BCIs can and can't do
Elon Musk's BCI startup wants to make people more than human by putting computers in their heads but a number of neurology researchers aren't quite so bullish on these fantastical promises.
Read More'Atomically thin' transistors could help make electronic skins a reality
Stanford researchers have developed 'atomically-thin' flexible electronics that could make electronic skin (and new implants) practical.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How memes spread through society like a 'mind virus'
In The Ascent of Information, award winning New York Times author Caleb Scharf explores humanity's unique penchant for maintaining stores of information outside of ourselves and the steps we'll soon have to take if we want to hang on to the 20 quintillion bits of data we produce every day.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How Richard Browning took to the sky like Iron Man
Aviator Richard Browning recalls the record-making 2017 flight that put his name in the Guinness Book of World Records.
Read MoreGraphene could allow hard drives to hold 10 times more data
Using graphene, everyone's favorite wonder material, they replaced the carbon-based overcoat (COC) on several hard drives.
Read MoreHitting the Books: Future humans may mine rare earth metals from today's landfills
As futurist Byron Reese and entrepreneur Scott Hoffman explain in their new book, Wasted, mining rare earths is an intensive endeavor akin to extracting "a tablespoon of pepper that has been randomly spread through a pound of salt."
Read MoreHow long before AI can 'understand' animals?
Advances in artificial intelligence could decypher animal "language" in the next 10 years or so, scientists claim.
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Smartphones (17)
Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888 Plus will come to high-end phones made by ASUS and Motorola
Qualcomm has introduced a Snapdragon 888 Plus chip that promises faster clock speeds and AI for flagship smartphones from ASUS, Motorola and beyond.
Read MoreTCL's latest 20-Series phones are now available in the US
TCL's 20-Series phones are available in the US.
Read MoreiPhone bug 'breaks' your WiFi when you join an oddly-named network
Users have discovered an iPhone bug that 'breaks' WiFi if you connect to a hotspot with an unusual name.
Read MoreThe Morning After: OnePlus is getting even closer with Oppo
Today's headlines: Google's first retail store will sell, fix and show off its products, OnePlus is now officially part of Oppo, Leica introduces its very first smartphone.
Read MoreLeica's very own Leitz Phone 1 is a rebadged Sharp Aquos R6
The Leitz Phone 1 is Leica's first self-branded mobile phone, and it'll be a Softbank exclusive when it launches in July. The camera maker isn't afraid to admit that the Leitz Phone 1 is actually a rebadged Aquos R6.
Read MoreGoogle apps will be available on Honor phones again after Huawei split
The smartphone maker just announced its 50 series lineup.
Read MoreOnePlus is merging with Oppo
OnePlus will 'continue to operate independently' and roll out 'faster and more stable' software updates.
Read MoreRealme GT is the cheapest Snapdragon 888 smartphone (for now)
The Realme GT, first launched in China back in March, is now available in the West starting at 369 euros. This is currently the world's cheapest Snapdragon 888 smartphone.
Read MoreLatest Android update includes starred messages and more voice controls
Six new updates are coming to Android, including starred Messages and improved Voice Access.
Read MoreThe OnePlus Nord N200 is a $240 5G phone
OnePlus is announcing the Nord N200 5G, a $240 handset that will retail in North America starting on June 25th.
Read MoreAndroid 12's second public beta is here
The second public beta of Android 12 arrives today, and it brings features like Privacy Dashboard and mic and camera toggles.
Read MoreMotorola reveals yet another Moto G Stylus, this time with 5G
We weren't quite sure to make of Motorola's first Moto G Stylus way back in 2020, but the company was clearly onto something: the subsequent 2021 model quickly became the best-selling phone in its G-series lineup. Maybe that's why Motorola was so keen to announce yet another new Moto G Stylus today. The new Moto G Stylus 5G will set you back $400 when it goes on sale on June 14th, and we went hands-on to see if it has the chops to compete with a new wave of affordable 5G devices.
Read MoreiOS 15 will make FaceTime, Messages and notifications smarter
Here's what's to expect from iOS 15, based on Apple's announcements at WWDC 2021.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel phones can now shoot Night Sight videos
In its latest feature drop, Google is bringing things like Locked Folder in Photos and Night Sight videos to Pixel phones.
Read MoreOnePlus Nord N200 will offer 5G and a full HD 90Hz screen for less than $250
OnePlus has teased the Nord N200, revealing that it will include 5G and a 90Hz display on par with more expensive models.
Read MoreThe Morning After: AMD and Samsung will bring ray-tracing graphics to smartphones
SpaceX's first ocean spaceport could be ready by 2022, AMD and Samsung are collaborating on Exynos mobile chips capable of ray-tracing, and Amazon Prime Day kicks off on June 21st.
Read MoreAMD and Samsung are collaborating on Exynos mobile chips capable of ray-tracing
Samsung's next-gen Exynos chip will feature AMD graphics tech that cen deliver ray tracing.
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Social Media (41)
Federal judge blocks Florida's social media 'deplatforming' law
Florida's social media law that would've taken effect on Thursday has been temporarily blocked by a federal court.
Read MoreInstagram is working on a paid Stories subscription feature
Instagram has confirmed it's working on a new feature called "Exclusive Stories."
Read MoreWhatsApp is rolling out 'view once' messages to Android beta testers
WhatsApp's view once mode for single-use photo and video messages is rolling out to Android beta testers.
Read MoreTwitter fixes bug that disabled ‘latest tweets’ timeline for some web users
Earlier today, an unfortunate bug led some people to believe Twitter had removed the toggle to switch between an algorithmic and chronological feed while using its web client.
Read MoreInstagram tests letting more people share links in their Stories
In a new test, Instagram has started allowing a small subset of its users to share links in Stories using a special sticker.
Read MoreInstagram tests posting photos from your desktop
Instagram is testing allowing feed posts from desktop browsers, a first for the company.
Read MoreWhat the Supreme Court Snapchat decision means for free speech online
An expletive-filled Snapchat Story has become the basis for a Supreme Court ruling on free speech.
Read MoreInstagram tests placing 'suggested posts' throughout your feed
Instagram told The Verge it's starting a test involving a "small number" of people where they'll see the platform's "suggested posts" interspersed throughout their feed.
Read MoreSupreme Court rules that ‘F--- school’ is free speech in student Snapchat case
The Supreme Court ruled today that a high school in Pennsylvania violated a student's First Amendment rights by suspending her from the cheerleading team, following Snapchat posts where she criticized the school with expletives.
Read MoreNextdoor can help you find and book COVID-19 vaccinations
Nextdoor becomes the latest company to launch a tool to help Americans find a Covid vaccine.
Read MoreTwitter for iOS supports sending tweets to Instagram Stories
You don't need to screenshot a tweet anymore if you want to share it on Instagram Stories.
Read MoreTwitter is taking applications for its paid 'Super Follows' subscriptions
Twitter is opening up applications for "Super Follows" and "Ticketed Spaces," as it looks for the first group of users to test the monetization features.
Read MoreTinder lets people add videos to their dating profiles
Dating app Tinder is adding videos to user profiles as part of a major update to its app.
Read MoreTikTok Jump lets creators enhance their videos with 'mini-app' integrations
TikTok Jump is a new way for creators to enhance their videos.
Read MoreThe CDC launches a Spanish language WhatsApp chatbot to help people find vaccines
The CDC and WhatsApp have teamed up on a Spanish language vaccine-finder service.
Read MoreFacebook launches its Clubhouse clone and podcast streaming
Facebook is rolling out its Clubhouse-like audio rooms, as well as a handful of podcasts.
Read MoreSnapchat is removing its speedometer filter amid legal issues
Snap says it's nixing the feature because it's 'barely used.'
Read MoreInstagram Reels now has ads
Instagram is adding ads up to 30 seconds in duration to its TikTok clone, Reels.
Read MoreInstagram users can now host group fundraisers
Asking everyone's followers to donate could mean more money for nonprofits.
Read MoreFacebook will let group admins ‘slow down’ toxic conversations
Facebook introduced a new tool that will allow moderators to restrict comments on posts in an effort to "slow down" conversations.
Read MoreTwitter might let you ‘unmention’ yourself from tweets
Twitter is working on an "unmentioning" feature to prevent "unwanted attention."
Read MoreTwitter is bringing Revue newsletter signup buttons to profiles
It's another salvo in the fight for newsletter supremacy.
Read MorePresident Biden revokes Trump orders aimed at TikTok and WeChat
President Biden has revoked Trump executive orders meant to limit TikTok and WeChat, but has issued his own orders reviewing security for these apps.
Read MoreInstagram reveals more about how its algorithms decide what you see
Instagram has shared a new blog post that attempts to address some of the "misconceptions" around how it surfaces content.
Read MoreFacebook won't take a cut of creators' earnings until 2023
Mark Zuckerberg took a shot at Apple in his announcement.
Read MoreTwitter may lose legal protections in India if it doesn't follow new rules
The technology ministry reportedly gave Twitter a final warning.
Read MoreTwitter leak hints paid 'Super Follows' might be coming soon
A leak has hinted Twitter's paid 'Super Follows' are coming soon, and that they'll include a native app.
Read MoreTwitter suspended in Nigeria amid face-off over president's tweet
Nigeria says it has suspended Twitter use in the country after the social network removed a threatening tweet from President Buhari.
Read MoreFacebook's 'Bulletin' newsletter platform could launch before the end of June
Facebook hopes to release Bulletin, its take on a Substack-like newsletter subscription product, toward the end of June.
Read MoreTinder will let you block people based on their phone number
Using its newly introduced Block Contacts feature, you can prevent people you have in your phone's address book from showing up when you go to swipe on Tinder.
Read MoreFacebook will walk back controversial ‘newsworthiness’ rule for politicians
Facebook will change one of its most controversial rules, following recommendations from the Oversight Board.
Read MoreDonald Trump could be back on Facebook in time for the presidential primaries
Facebook has revisited Donald Trump's "indefinite" suspension following a recommendation from the Oversight Board.
Read MoreTwitter's app is getting a dedicated Spaces section
In case there was any doubt about Twitter's commitment to Spaces, the company is giving the Clubhouse-like audio feature its own section of the app.
Read MoreBlackBerry is Reddit's latest meme stock
The share price has shot up in recent days, while AMC is on another big run.
Read MoreFacebook will give creators more info on how people use their images
Facebook is giving creators tools that offer insights into how others use their images — including unauthorized use.
Read MoreNextdoor makes it easier to find free stuff your neighbors are giving away
You won't need an account to browse the items your neighbors are giving away.
Read MoreTwitter Blue subscriptions launch in Canada and Australia first
Twitter's new "Twitter Blue" service, which gives users access to "exclusive" features for a few bucks a month, is launching in Canada and Australia.
Read MoreTwitter resumes taking public verification requests
Twitter is once more taking public verification requests, giving more people a chance at a blue badge.
Read MoreTwitter is testing full-screen ads in Fleets
Twitter is testing ads in Fleets, its Instagram Stories-like feature. The ads are the first time the company has experimented with vertical video.
Read MoreTwitter is launching a local weather service with a paid subscription
Twitter is launching a local weather service, Tomorrow, complete with help from meteorologists and an optional subscription.
Read MoreTwitter is developing more granular misinformation warning labels
Twitter is developing a trio of new misinformation labels as part of its battle to expose falsehoods.
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Space (23)
Watch the first livestreamed Virgin Orbit rocket launch starting at 9:50AM ET
Virgin Orbit is livestreaming a rocket launch for the first time — here's how to tune in to the flight, which could start as soon as 9:50AM Eastern.
Read MoreChina shares video and audio from its Mars rover
China has shared video footageand audio from its Mars rover Zhurong, giving another look at what it's like to explore the Red Planet.
Read MoreSpaceX plans to launch its first orbital Starship test flight in July
SpaceX says it hopes to launch its first orbital Starship test flight in July, although that's assuming everything stays on track.
Read MoreNASA's Perseverance rover shot 62 images for its iconic selfie with Ingenuity
It turns out, Perseverance capturing an epic selfie of itself wasn't so easy as the rover posing, taking a single photo and calling it a day.
Read MoreVirgin Galactic receives FAA approval to take passengers into space
Virgin Galactic has received clearance to fly tourists to space after the FAA updated its operator license.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Finally, a laundry detergent for space
Today's headlines: Finally, thanks to Tide, there's a laundry detergent for space, Peloton is coming for your company's fitness plan and Oculus loses one of its first in-app VR ad partners following user backlash.
Read MoreSpaceX's Starlink satellite internet could achieve global coverage by September
SpaceX president Gwynne Shotwell has revealed that Starlink will be able to offer continuous global coverage as soon as September.
Read MoreTide is making the first laundry detergent for space
Tide and NASA are developing the first laundry detergent meant for space, and it will remove stains aboard the ISS in 2022.
Read MoreNASA struggles to fix a Hubble Space Telescope computer glitch
The Hubble Space Telescope has been suffering from a payload computer glitch for nearly a week, and NASA hasn't had much success fixing it.
Read MoreChina successfully launches first crewed mission to its new space station
China has launched its first crewed mission in five years, successfully sending three astronauts to its new Tianhe space station.
Read MoreThe 'Great Dimming' of Betelgeuse was caused by star gases
Scientists have solved what caused the "Great Dimming" of Betelgeuse.
Read MoreNASA needs help naming its 'moonikin' Artemis I test flight dummy
NASA is asking for help naming its first (non-human) passenger, or "moonikin" that will fly aboard the Orion capsule.
Read MoreRocket Lab is building spacecraft for a NASA Mars mission
Rocket Lab will make two vehicles for a NASA-backed science mission to Mars, expanding the startup's interplanetary reach.
Read MoreSpaceX cleared to launch reused rockets for 'national security' missions
The Pentagon has signed off on its first SpaceX mission using a reused rocket, with a GPS III satellite launch set to take place on Thursday, June 17th.
Read MoreChina's Mars rover took a selfie
China's Zhurong Mars rover has sent a group selfie documenting its exploration of the Red Planet.
Read MoreBlue Origin sells seat aboard its first human flight for $28 million
Blue Origin has sold the first seat aboard a New Shepherd rocket for $28 million — although the buyer remains mysterious.
Read MoreNASA to land payloads on the far side of the Moon for the first time
NASA has chosen three scientific payloads under its Commercial Lunar Payload Services initiative, and two will be landing on the far side of the Moon.
Read MoreJeff Bezos and his brother will fly on Blue Origin's first tourist flight
Jeff Bezos and his brother Mark will be on board Blue Origin's first suborbital tourist flight.
Read MoreUSAF looks into commercial rocket-powered cargo delivery
The US military is expanding an experimental program that could one day see the Space Force use reusable rockets to move material and equipment across the planet.
Read MoreNASA will send two missions to Venus by 2030
NASA is returning to Venus for the first time since the 1990s.
Read MoreBill Nelson is delivering his first State of NASA address at 3PM ET
Tune in to NASA's YouTube channel at 3pm ET on Wednesday to watch Administrator Bill Nelson deliver his inaugural State of NASA address.
Read MoreNASA delays the James Webb Space Telescope launch again
As things stand, it'll take place a few weeks after the previous planned date of October 31st.
Read MoreSpaceX may launch rockets from an ocean spaceport as soon as next year
SpaceX's first ocean spaceport for the Starship launch vehicle could be ready as soon as next year.
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Streaming (42)
Spotify is reportedly thinking about expanding into ticketed events
Spotify reportedly wants to use events as a way to improve it's relationship with artists.
Read MoreTwitch Watch Parties now work on iOS and Android
Following last year's expansion beyond the US, Twitch users can now access the platform's Watch Parties feature on Android and iOS devices.
Read MoreLoki and the Simpsons meet on Disney+ July 7th
On July 7th, Disney will release the Good, The Good, The Bart
Read MoreFrance orders streaming services to reinvest in local content
The likes of Netflix and Disney+ will need to spend at least 25 percent of French revenue on local productions.
Read MoreYouTube will stream the UEFA Women’s Champions League for free
The platform has teamed up with sports streaming service DAZN.
Read MoreHBO Max expands beyond the US to 39 new territories
As it announced earlier this year, HBO Max is finally moving outside the US, expanding to 39 territories in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Read MoreYouTube TV now supports 4K streaming, but it comes at a price
Starting today, YouTube TV will have a new add-on called "4K Plus." As the name suggests, it'll enable 4K streaming, assuming you have a compatible TV and streaming device. The 4K Plus add-on also includes the ability to download recordings from your DVR to a phone or tablet, a feature that should be pretty useful for people as they start traveling more this summer.
Read MoreIssac Asimov’s 'Foundation' lands on Apple TV+ September 24
Take a peek at the latest action-packed trailer for the sci-fi saga.
Read MoreNetflix lets Android users watch partially downloaded shows
Netflix will let you start watching shows and movies even if they never finished downloading.
Read MoreApple will produce an animated series based on Nathan Pyle's 'Strange Planet' webcomic
Apple is adapting Nathan Pyle's Strange Planet webcomic and series of best-selling graphic novels into an animated TV+ series.
Read MorePeacock is finally coming to Amazon Fire TV and tablets
Sarting on Thursday, June 24th, you'll be able to download the Peacock app on your Fire TV and Fire tablet products.
Read MoreNetflix’s ‘Sexy Beasts’ puts hot people in furry prosthetics for blind dates
Sexy Beasts puts singles together on blind dates — but the twist is they're all wearing serious prosthetics and makeup
Read MoreUnivision will launch a global Spanish-language streaming service in 2022
Univision is taking on Netflix by launching a Spanish-language streaming service in 2022, complete with a free option.
Read More'Seinfeld' might not be available to stream for months
'Seinfeld' reportedly won't reach Netflix until September, leaving people without a streaming fix for months after the show leaves Hulu.
Read MoreSpotify acquires startup that can improve podcast discovery
Spotify has purchased a startup called Podz that could make it easier to find new podcasts to listen to on the platform.
Read MoreAll future Disney+ original series will be released on a Wednesday
Disney+ has moved its original series' release day from Friday to Wednesday.
Read MoreDua Lipa headlines Deezer's playlist of live tracks in Sony's 360 Reality Audio
Deezer has a released a 28-track playlist of live performances from Dua Lipa and other pop stars in Sony's 360 Reality Audio format.
Read MoreSony Music buys UK podcast network Somethin’ Else
Sony's Music Entertainment division has bought one of the largest independent podcast networks in the UK.
Read MoreSpotify launches its Clubhouse rival, Greenroom
Spotify is launching its live audio app on iOS and Android in 135 markets.
Read MoreSpotify makes popular 'Call Her Daddy' podcast an exclusive
Spotify has signed a multiyear deal with popular podcast 'Call Her Daddy,' giving it exclusive rights to the show's past and future episodes.
Read MoreApple TV+ free trial will be reduced to three months starting July 1st
Starting July 1st, 2021, you'll get just three months of free Apple TV+ when you buy a new iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Apple TV or Mac
Read MoreNetflix reveals new 'Castlevania' series and other game-related projects
Netflix is giving us a wider view of what to expect from the streaming giant when it comes to game-related shows.
Read MoreHere's a teaser trailer for the 'Cuphead' series that's coming to Netflix
Wayne Brady introduced a brief clip of the new 'Cuphead' animated series that's coming soon to Netflix.
Read MoreNetflix will stream the latest animated Gundam movie
Netflix has secured the rights to Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway, the latest entry in the long-running anime mecha franchise.
Read MoreRoblox hit with $200 million lawsuit for alleged music copyright infringement
The National Music Publishers' Association (NMPA) has filed a $200 million lawsuit against Roblox for allowing the illegal use of songs in streams.
Read More'Invasion' trailer sets the stage for Apple's latest sci-fi original
The series debuts on Apple TV+ on October 22nd, 2021.
Read MorePeacock comes to Samsung smart TVs
This is its first significant expansion for the streaming service since it made its way to Roku devices last September following protracted negotiations between Roku and NBCUniversal.
Read MoreParamount+ adds The Women's Cup to its growing soccer lineup
Paramount+ will be the only place to stream The Women's Cup, a tournament featuring four of the world's biggest female soccer teams.
Read MoreFuboTV’s live sports streaming comes to LG Smart TVs
It's available on LG Smart TVs released since 2018.
Read MoreBlast Box lets musicians stream performances that are only available for 24 hours
Blast Radio has launched a service where musicians can broadcast performances that disappear in 24 hours, and they can stream through an easy-to-use box.
Read MoreApple Music Lossless is now available on supported devices
Lossless-quality streaming is now available on Apple Music, shortly after the streaming service flipped the switch on Dolby Atmos spatial audio.
Read MoreDolby Atmos spatial audio is now available on Apple Music
Apple Music'sDolby Atmos spatial audio are now available for streaming. And you won't have to pay extra to use it.
Read MoreTwitch streamers will soon give you emotes just for following
Twitch will let streamers offer emotes just for following their channels, while subscribers will get animated emotes.
Read MoreParamount+ is adding the AFC to its stacked soccer line-up
Paramount+ will premiere 300 Asian Football Confederation matches, including World Cup qualifiers, as part of a multi-year deal.
Read MoreVizio SmartCast TV owners no longer need two apps for YouTube and YouTube TV
Looking for YouTube TV on your SmartCast device? Check the main YouTube app, as it's moving there now.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Spotify's Only You lays out your weird music tastes
Today's tech headlines: Spotify's 'Only You' feature shows how weird your musical tastes are, the next Sonos–Ikea collaboration is a speaker picture frame, and Donald Trump's blog is (already) dead.
Read MoreThe $5 per month Paramount+ Essential plan with ads launches June 7th
The half-price Paramount+ package with ads launches next week.
Read MoreHBO Max's $10 ad-supported plan is now available
Other tradeoffs include a 1080p streaming quality limit and no downloads for offline viewing.
Read MoreNetflix's next interactive show is a mindfulness experience from Headspace
"Headspace: Unwind Your Mind" starts streaming on June 15th.
Read MoreSpotify's 'Only You' feature explains how you really do have weird taste
Spotify's latest "experience" offers insight into what makes your listening habit unique, leaving you with new playlists to explore.
Read MoreYouTube will livestream Coachella 2022 performances
YouTube is back as Coachella's official partner after a two-year absence due to the pandemic.
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Tablets (3)
Lenovo's Yoga Tab 13 and 11 have kickstands that double as hangers
The company unveiled a fresh slate of tablets at Mobile World Congress.
Read MoreAmazon's new Fire HD 10 tablet falls to $80 for Prime Day
Amazon has discounted its big-screen Fire HD 10 and Fire HD 10 Kids tablets.
Read MoreiPadOS 15 features widgets on the home screen and better multitasking
Apple just announced iPadOS 15, the latest version of its operating system for the iPad.
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Tomorrow (3)
This $2,000 bed supposedly 'heals' with spatial audio and low-frequency vibrations
Opus claims the low-frequency vibrations SoundBed can send throughout your body will help you relax and become more receptive to mediation and introspection.
Read MoreUnited Airlines plans to add 15 Boom Supersonic jets to its fleet
he carrier plans to purchase 15 of Boom's Overture planes once the aircraft meets its "demanding safety, operating and requirements."
Read MoreThe IOC is releasing Olympic pins as NFTs
Working with the IOC, video game developer nWay will release an officially licensed set of NFT Olympic Pins on June 17th.
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TV & Movies (19)
'Dune' release gets pushed back another three weeks to October 22nd
If you've been waiting impatiently to see Denis Villeneuve's much anticipated Dune film, you're going to have to wait a bit longer.
Read MoreA new ‘Galaxy Quest’ TV show is in the works
The creator of 'Spaced' and the creator of 'The Shrink Next Door' are reportedly working on an adaptation.
Read MoreThe 'Borderlands' movie is done filming
It's a wrap for the Borderlands movie production, now that the cast and crew are done with principal photography.
Read MoreSteven Spielberg will produce movies for Netflix
It's unclear whether he'll direct any of them, though.
Read More‘Star Trek: Picard’ season two trailer marks the return of Q
CBS has released the first trailer for season two of Star Trek: Picard.
Read MoreTime travel in the MCU is a mess, and that’s okay
'Loki' might make the MCU's timeline problem worse, but that's not a bad thing.
Read More‘Luca’ lets Pixar’s house style finally shine
Pixar's new film 'Luca' showcases everything the studio has learned over its four decades of existence.
Read MoreTribeca and Epic Games aim to help indie filmmakers harness Unreal Engine
Workshops with Unreal Engine experts and artists will help creatives learn how to use the platform.
Read More'The Morning Show' season 2 trailer reveals turmoil at the anchor desk
Apple is premiering 'The Morning Show' season 2 on September 17th, and the teaser trailer shows the turmoil that follows Alex and Bradley's decisions.
Read MoreNetflix confirms its fictional Spotify series will arrive in 2022
Netflix has revealed that production is underway on its untitled Spotify series and detailed the show's principle cast.
Read MoreNetflix and CD Projekt Red are hosting a 'The Witcher' convention on July 9th
Netflix and CD Projekt Red are holding a virtual The Witcher convention with events that tackle both the games and live action series.
Read MoreNetflix's 'League of Legends' trailer shows Jinx shooting, punching and crying
The first trailer for Arcane focuses on gun-slinging character Jinx, who will be central to the show.
Read MoreWatch the opening minutes of Netflix’s ‘Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness’
Netflix has released a 3-minute opening clip for 'Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness.'
Read MoreKevin Hart's Quibi show is getting a second season with Roku
Roku has announced that it has ordered a second season of Kevin Hart's "Die Hart," that will of course be titled "Die Harter."
Read More'Loki' brings the MCU's next phase into focus
With Marvel's movies on hold for the past year, our first look at the future of its wider Cinematic Universe is its newest Disney+ show.
Read More'Ron's Gone Wrong' trailer stars Zach Galifianakis as a buggy domestic robot
The 'Ron's Gone Wrong' trailer explores what it means to be human — with a buggy home robot played by Zach Galifianakis.
Read MoreWhat's on TV: 'Loki,' 'Ratchet & Clank' and 'FFVII: Advent Children'
Also new this week: 'Indiana Jones' in 4K, 'Game Builder Garage' and 'Lupin' part two.
Read MoreWhat's on TV: 'Sailor Moon,' 'Kim's Convenience' and 'The Conjuring'
This week Netflix premieres a new 'Sailor Moon' movie, while HBO Max has 'The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It.'
Read MoreIMDb's new interactive game show kicks off with a Marvel movie quiz
IMDb is launching a virtual quiz show next month starting with an episode on the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
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VPN (2)
Google Fi’s VPN service is rolling out to subscribers with iPhones
While Google has narrowly missed its original timeline, it's now starting to roll out its Fi VPN service to Apple phones on its MVNO network.
Read MoreColonial Pipeline ransomware attack linked to a single VPN login
Last month's pipeline shutdown started with hackers taking advantage of an unused but still active VPN account at Colonial Pipeline.
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Wearables (15)
Black & Decker launches a line of emergency wearables for seniors
Black & Decker has launched a new health division with a lineup of personal emergency response (PERS) wearables aimed at seniors.
Read MoreApple intros country-specific Watch bands and faces ahead of the Olympics
Apple has introduced 22 Watch bands that will help you cheer on your country in the Olympics, including the US, UK and South Africa.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Buds 2 might sport a slicker, more colorful design
A leak suggests Samsung will release Galaxy Buds 2 with a considerably sleeker design — and punchier colors.
Read MoreTCL's OLED wearable display will finally launch next month
TCL is finally releasing its wearable display, called the Nxtwear G, next month.
Read MoreThis could be Samsung's first Wear OS Galaxy Watch
A leak purports to show the Galaxy Watch Active 4, which might be Samsung's first smartwatch using the new Wear OS.
Read MoreSamsung will show off the new Wear OS experience on June 28th
It'll spill the beans during a Mobile World Congress session.
Read MoreTamagotchi is back again, this time in smartwatch form
Coming to Japan later this year, the Tamagotchi Smart includes touch controls and voice recognition.
Read MoreRazer's smart RGB face mask will ship before the end of the year
Razer's Project Hazel will start shipping in the early fourth quarter this year.
Read MoreKeystone Light made the must-not-have wearable of the summer
It's a beer cooler vest with a Bluetooth speaker and solar power banks for charging devices.
Read MoreRazer's Audio app leaks images of these Opus X headphones
Looking through the changelog of the latest version of the Razer Audio app on Android, XDA Developers noticed Razer says the software is compatible with the "Opus X," a pair of headphones the company has yet to release.
Read MoreJaybird's Vista 2 earbuds offer ANC and better battery life for $200
Jaybird's Vista 2 earbuds are packed with upgrades, from ANC to improved battery life and a waterproof design.
Read MoreApple's new features for AirPods include help for 'mild' hearing loss
Apple's new features for AirPods include help for mild hearing loss, spoken notifications and finding a lost earbud.
Read MoreWatchOS 8 app 'leaks' hint at a more independent Apple Watch
Code hints the Apple Watch might get Contacts and Tips apps with watchOS 8, making it more independent from your iPhone.
Read MoreFossil won't upgrade existing watches to the revamped Wear OS
Fossil is working on a 'premium' Gen 6 smartwatch, but it won't upgrade Gen 5 models to the redesigned Wear OS from Google and Samsung.
Read MoreGarmin's latest premium running watch can automatically call for help
The Forerunner 945 LTE costs $650, while the Forerunner 55 is $200.
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Xbox (20)
Microsoft's Xbox Cloud Gaming service is now available on iOS devices
Microsoft has rolled out its Xbox Cloud Gaming service to all Game Pass Ultimate subscribers on iOS and PC.
Read MoreThe 'Space Jam' sequel is getting a free tie-in game in July
Beat up some robots with LeBron James, Bugs Bunny and Lola Bunny.
Read MoreXbox Cloud Gaming's next-gen upgrade begins rolling out
Some Microsoft xCloud games are already being powered by Xbox Series hardware as part of an update to the company's datacenters.
Read MoreMicrosoft expands 'Designed for Xbox' program to include HDMI 2.1 gaming monitors and TVs
Starting this summer, you'll start to see some displays with a "Gaming Features for Xbox" badge, telling you
Read MoreMicrosoft shares a behind-the-scenes look at 'Senua's Saga: Hellbade II' development
But during Microsoft's second E3 showcase, the company shared an update on the title — only it wasn't your usual progress report.
Read MoreXbox Design Lab returns to help you customize your controller
You can use the colors from the original Xbox controller for the ABXY face buttons.
Read MoreWatch Microsoft's second E3 showcase here at 1PM ET
Get more details on upcoming Xbox games, including 'Halo Infinite.'
Read MoreXbox Series X and S games will come to Xbox One through the cloud
Microsoft has confirmed that at least some Xbox Series X and S games will be playable on the Xbox One through Cloud Gaming.
Read MoreXbox’s June update adds speech-to-text chat feature
Xbox's June update is here, adding new accessibility features, as well as parental controls.
Read More'Flight Simulator' on Xbox will support VRR for better frame rates
In a Twitter response spotted by Eurogamer, Microsoft confirmed the Series X and S would target a base 30 frames per second.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Microsoft's big E3 Xbox showcase
Today's headlines: China's Mars rover took a selfie, Everything from Microsoft's Xbox showcase at E3 2021, and 'Guardians of the Galaxy' is your next Marvel videogame.
Read MoreThe Xbox Mini Fridge will keep your gamer juice cool this holiday season
It's not yet clear whether the Xbox Series X-style appliance will be a giveaway or a thing you can buy.
Read More'Microsoft Flight Simulator' touches down on Xbox Series X/S on July 27th
A free 'Top Gun Maverick' expansion is coming in November.
Read MoreWatch the first multiplayer trailer for 'Halo Infinite'
Microsoft offered a fresh look at Halo Infinite during its E3 2021 presentation.
Read More'Contraband' is an Xbox exclusive from Just Cause developer Avalanche Studios
On Saturday, we got our first look at Contraband, the next game from Just Cause series developer Avalanche Studios.
Read MorePirates of the Caribbean is coming to 'Sea of Thieves’
Jack Sparrow and Davy Jones are coming to the 'Sea of Thieves' universe.
Read MoreWatch the Xbox and Bethesda E3 showcase with us at 12:40PM ET
Kicking off a big day of E3 announcements, Xbox and Bethesda will host their joint event today at 1PM ET.
Read MoreOtterBox made an Xbox controller battery that can be swapped out mid-game
OtterBox made rechargeable batteries for your Xbox controller that can be changed out in the middle of a game without losing connection.
Read MoreMicrosoft is officially making Xbox video game streaming sticks
The Xbox experience is getting baked into smart TVs, too.
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