Samsung's 49-inch mini-LED gaming monitor will sell for $2,500
Samsung is finally launching its mini-LED curved gaming monitor, the Odyssey Neo G9 — but it will cost you $2,500 to get one.
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Louis Vuitton's $2,890 light-up speaker looks like a UFO
Louis Vuitton's Horizon light up wireless speaker features 35 LEDs and costs $2,890.
Read MoreUS Customs seized $62.6 million worth of fake AirPods and headphones since October
The popularity of Apple's AirPods seems to have caused a boom in counterfeit audio gear.
Read MoreElgato's Stream Deck MK.2 supports seven cute faceplates
Streamline your desktop setup in style.
Read MoreTeenage Engineering's OP-1 synth update brings USB audio streaming 10 years after release
Teenage Engineering has released an update for the OP-1 that adds support for USB audio streaming.
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AI (4)
IBM's AI can predict how Parkinson's disease may progress in individuals
Researchers from IBM and Michael J. Fox Foundation say they've developed a program that can predict how the symptoms of a Parkinson's disease patient will progress in terms of both timing and severity.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Lucasfilm hired a YouTuber with deepfake skills
Today's tech headlines: LG's new Tone Free wireless earbuds have a case that plugs into headphone ports, a magnetic helmet shrunk a deadly tumor in a world-first test, Lucasfilm hires YouTuber who used deepfake to improve 'The Mandalorian'.
Read MoreThe new Anthony Bourdain documentary 'Roadrunner' leans partly on deepfaked audio
The director of 'Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain' used AI to recreate words Anthony Bourdain never spoke.
Read MoreTikTok's AI is now available to other companies
ByteDance is now selling the AI behind TikTok to other companies, and there are already takers in the US.
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Amazon (14)
Amazon's Fire TV Cube works with Zoom, if you have a webcam
Starting today, you can use a second-generation Fire TV Cube to take part in two-way Zoom calls.
Read MoreOld Amazon Kindle devices will soon lose 3G access
Amazon has sent out emails to owners with old Kindles, telling them that previous-generation devices will soon lose internet access.
Read MoreAmazon says most Echo speakers will support the Matter smart home platform
Amazon's support for the Matter smart home platform is coming into focus.
Read MoreAmazon's Alexa voice options now include Shaq and Melissa McCarthy
Amazon's Alexa digital assistant can now impersonate the voices of Shaquille O'Neal and Melissa McCarthy.
Read MoreUS consumer safety regulator sues Amazon over hazardous product sales
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission is suing Amazon to force it to recall hazardous items after it found thousands of defective items on its site.
Read MoreAmazon is crowdfunding Echo Dots designed by Diane von Furstenberg
Amazon will release a trio of limited edition Echo Dots made by fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg if they reach their sales target.
Read MoreAmazon has acquired Facebook's satellite internet team
Amazon has acquired Facebook's internet satellite team, marking a big step in its race with SpaceX's Starlink.
Read MoreAmazon launches its mobile-first Kindle Vella serialized story platform
Amazon has launched its serialized fiction Kindle Vella store that lets you unlock episodic, self-published stories via in-app purchases.
Read MoreThe FTC is reportedly investigating Amazon's purchase of MGM
The FTC is said to be investigating Amazon's acquisition of MGM, virtually guaranteeing that the deal will take a long time to close.
Read MoreAmazon hopes to track your sleep habits with radar
Amazon now has FCC approval to use radar to track your sleeping habits, much like what you see in the Google Nest Hub.
Read MoreJudge dismisses Amazon's legal challenge to JEDI after contract cancelation
After nearly two years, Amazon's highly public legal feud with the US government over the Pentagon's decision to award Microsoft a $10 billion cloud contract in 2019 is over.
Read MoreAmazon Fire TVs now support Prime Video watch parties
You can now host or join Amazon Prime Video Watch Parties on Fire TV devices.
Read MoreAmazon open-sources its in-house game engine
Amazon is open-sourcing its Lumberyard game engine, making the technology more accessible to everyone.
Read MorePrime Gaming members can claim a trio of Lucasfilm Games classics this summer
Amazon Prime Gaming is giving away a trio of Lucasfilm Games classics including 'The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition.'
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Apple (10)
Apple pulls anti-vax social app over misinformation (updated)
Apple has pulled Unjeced's anti-vax dating and social app over misinformation, and Google might not be far behind.
Read MoreApple posts another record-breaking quarter thanks to the iPhone
Despite the pandemic, Apple has spent most of the last two years relentlessly upgrading its product lineup, and its moves are definitely paying off. The company just announced financial results for its fiscal year third quarter (for normal humans, the months of April through June), and the company made a shocking amount of money. All of its product segments (the iPhone, Mac, iPad, services, and wearables/accessories) increased in revenue year-over-year, leading to total revenue of $81.4 billion.
Read MoreApple reportedly delays office return as US COVID-19 cases rise
Apple is reportedly delaying its return-to-office deadline by about a month due to a resurgence in COVID-19 cases.
Read MoreApple rolls out iOS 14.7 with MagSafe Battery Pack support for iPhone 12
You can now merge two Apple Cards into a co-managed account.
Read MoreApple gives the people what they want: their old Safari tab design back
The third developer betas for iOS 15, iPadOS 15 and macOS Monterey are here, and they bring some important design updates to Safari.
Read MoreApple brings its free tutorials to YouTube
For the first time, Apple will offer a Today at Apple tutorial on YouTube.
Read MoreApple is reportedly working on a pay later feature for Apple Pay
According to Bloomberg, the company is working with Goldman Sachs on a service called "Apple Pay Later" that will allow those with its devices to settle purchases over time.
Read MoreApple's latest MagSafe accessory is a $99 iPhone 12 battery pack
The new accessory costs $99, with deliveries beginning early next week.
Read MoreICYMI: We spend some time with Apple's iOS 15 beta
This week's tech reviews on Engadget include Apple's iOS 15 beta, the new Amazon Echo Show 8 and Lenovo's Legion 5 Pro gaming laptop.
Read MoreApple's macOS Monterey public beta is now available
While iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 are Apple's major software focus this year, there's still plenty to look forward to in macOS Monterey. And you'll be able to get your first taste of it today with the launch of the MacOS Monterey public beta.
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Apps (21)
NYC extends limits on food delivery app fees to February 2022
New York City has extended a cap on food delivery app fees until February 2022 to help recovering restaurants.
Read MoreAirbnb adds built-in speed test to help hosts include WiFi info in listings
Hosts can access the tool through the Amenities section of a listing.
Read MoreArchived WhatsApp chats will no longer come back to haunt you
WhatsApp has changed archived chats to keep them permanently hidden by default, even if someone sends a new message.
Read MoreVivaldi's Accordion tab stacks expand when you need them and hide when you don't
Vivaldi's 4.1 update includes a new way to organize tabs that saves interface space while still providing context about the websites you've grouped together.
Read MoreWaze will warn you about traffic jams and detours before you drive
Waze now provides much more info before you drive, including alternate routes and tolls.
Read MoreSerato Studio’s long-needed recording feature is finally here
Serato Studio 1.6 rolls out to the public today, including the ability to record audio directly into the app, changes to the audio track tools and the addition of a built-in Virtual Audio Driver.
Read MoreZoom adds third-party apps to video calls
There are now more than 50 apps you can add to your Zoom calls.
Read MoreAdobe Premiere Pro now runs natively on M1 Macs
Following a beta release in December, Premiere Pro now officially supports M1 Macs.
Read MoreDropbox makes automatic camera uploads available to all free users
Dropbox detailed a slew of changes coming to its web client, password manager and mobile app.
Read MoreVenmo's redesigned app gets rid of the global payments feed
Venmo has redesigned its app to help you interact with friends — and try new features, of course.
Read MoreWarby Parker's vision test app can help renew your glasses prescription
Warby Parker has unveiled a Virtual Vision Test app that can update your prescription using only your existing glasses and an iPhone.
Read MoreTumblr's parent company is buying popular podcast app Pocket Casts
Automattic 'will explore building deep integrations with WordPress.com and Pocket Casts.'
Read MoreHow Arturia made its music-making software more accessible
Arturia talked to Engadget about how it developed the new Accessibility Mode it's launching in Analog Lab V today.
Read MoreDelta pilot sues the airline for allegedly stealing an app he designed
A Delta pilot has sued the airline for $1 billion, accusing it of trade secrets theft over a communications app he developed a few years ago.
Read MoreFirefox update makes it easy to login to Facebook-linked sites in private mode
Firefox now lets you use your Facebook login details to sign up to websites and apps in private browsing or strict mode.
Read MoreWhatsApp's disappearing messages come to iOS
After releasing the feature on Android last month, Facebook is debuting WhatsApp self-erasing media and texts on iOS via a new beta release.
Read MoreWhatsApp is adding a 'best quality' setting for sending photos and videos
It's not clear when you'll be able to use it, though.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The nerve of Audacity
Today's headlines: Bugatti joins forces with electric hypercar maker Rimac, a nanofiber membrane that treats seawater might help solve the drinking water crisis and Bumble is opening a restaurant to help people date IRL again.
Read MoreChina orders Didi ride hailing app pulled from stores over privacy issues
China has ordered Didi's ridesharing app pulled from app stores for allegedly violating personal data collection rules.
Read MoremacOS Monterey preview: All about FaceTime and Safari
The first macOS Monterey public beta is here.
Read MoreOpera's Android browser is now optimized for Chromebooks
You'll get a free VPN and built-in messaging apps, among other features.
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Big Tech (23)
LG will reportedly sell iPhones in its South Korean stores
LG has confirmed that it will start selling iPhones and other Apple products in its South Korean stores next month,
Read MoreIntel will build chips for Qualcomm as part of its ambitious foundry plans
As part of its ambitious foundry plans, Intel said it will build chips for Qualcomm and Amazon.
Read MoreTesla breaks its own delivery record by building and shipping 200,000 vehicles in Q2
Tesla announced a number of "new and notable records" during its Q2 earnings call on Monday.
Read MoreTesla Powerwall owners can sign up to help balance California's energy grid
Tesla has launched its virtual power plant in California, giving Powerwall owners a chance to kick power back to the grid in times of high usage.
Read MoreJack Dorsey hopes bitcoin can bring about world peace
The Square CEO said issues with the current monetary system distract 'from the bigger problems.'
Read MoreSlack is now officially part of Salesforce
Salesforce has completed its $27.7 billion acquisition — its biggest one to date — of business messaging app Slack.
Read MoreUber expands its grocery delivery service to more than 400 US cities and towns
The service now covers major markets like San Francisco, New York City and Washington DC.
Read MoreZoom is buying a cloud call center company for $14.7 billion
Zoom has made its first major acquisition by purchasing cloud contact center company Five9 for $14.7 billion.
Read MoreTurboTax creator Intuit leaves the IRS' free tax filing program
TurboTax creator Intuit has left the IRS Free File program over claims the federal tax agency's system is holding it back.
Read MoreAmazon convinces Apple to remove review analyzer Fakespot from the App Store
Fakespot, an app that analyzes Amazon reviews to determine which ones are fake, is no longer available for iOS.
Read MorePayPal ups its weekly cryptocurrency buy limit to $100,000
PayPal is increasing its weekly limit on crypto purchasing to $100,000 and scrapping annual limits altogether.
Read MoreLG's rollable OLED R TV costs $100,000 in the US
LG is done skirting around the price of its rollable OLED R TV.
Read MoreVerizon settles with Huawei over patent disagreement
The disagreement dates back to 2019 when Huawei said it approached Verizon about licensing some of its technologies
Read MoreFoxconn and TSMC are buying millions of vaccine doses for Taiwan
Tech manufacturing giants Foxconn and TSMC are buying millions of vaccine shots for Taiwan in a move that could help their production in addition to ending political drama.
Read MoreBiden's wide-ranging executive order covers Big Tech, net neutrality and more
The president will sign a new executive order today that's aimed at cutting down on anticompetitive practices.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Square is building a bitcoin hardware wallet
Today's headlines: Amazon strikes a deal for (kind of) exclusive streaming rights of Universal movies, Square will build a bitcoin hardware wallet, and Harley-Davidson's latest LiveWire electric motorcycle is a more affordable ride.
Read MoreSquare will build a bitcoin hardware wallet
Square has decided to go ahead with building a bitcoin hardware wallet and service.
Read MoreTrump is suing Twitter, Facebook and YouTube
As expected, former President Donald announced on Wednesday he plans to file a class action lawsuit against Facebook, Google and Twitter, as well as the CEOs of each respective company.
Read MoreDOD cancels $10 billion JEDI contract at center of Microsoft and Amazon feud
The Department of Defense is canceling its $10 billion Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure (JEDI) cloud contract.
Read MoreFacebook, Google and Twitter threaten to leave Hong Kong over privacy law changes
Facebook, Google and Twitter have reportedly warned the Hong Kong government they would drop services in the territory if data protection law changes take effect.
Read MoreFTC charges Broadcom with 'illegally monopolizing' the chip industry
The FTC has charged Broadcom, accusing the company of an illegal monopoly in the chip market.
Read MoreFacebook, Google, TikTok and Twitter pledge to improve women's safety online
Hundreds of prominent figures signed an open letter urging the tech giants to stick to their promises.
Read MorePinterest bans all weight-loss ads
The service says its community has been embracing body neutrality.
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Buying Guides (39)
This week's best deals: $150 off Apple's MacBook Air M1 and more
This week's best tech deals include $150 off the Apple MacBook Air M1, $100 off the iPad Air and $25 Nintendo's Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit for the Switch.
Read MoreAmazon's first-gen Echo Show 5 is back to its lowest price on Best Buy
Amazon's first-gen Echo Show 5 is available fo $45 on Best Buy.
Read MoreApple's MacBook Air M1 is on sale for $850 right now at Amazon
Amazon discounts the latest Apple MacBook Air M1 to $850, or $150 off its normal price.
Read MoreSamsung’s 500GB T7 portable drive drops to $70 at Amazon
Save big on Samsung T7 portable SSDs at Amazon -- get a 500GB model for only $70.
Read MoreAmazon's second-gen Echo Buds fall to Prime Day lows at Best Buy
Amazon's Echo Buds wireless earbuds are back down to an all-time low price of $80.
Read MoreNintendo's 'Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit' is on sale for $75 right now
Save 25 percent on Nintendo's Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit sets for the Switch.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 6 Product Red drops to $265 at Amazon
Amazon is selling the Apple Watch Series 6 Product Red model for $265 — less than the price of a new SE.
Read MoreMicrosoft offers discounts on hundreds of Xbox and PC games
You can also save on PCs and accessories as part of the Ultimate Game Sale.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: $100 off Apple's iPad Air and more
This week's best tech deals include $100 off Apple's iPad Air, $60 off AirPods Pro and the Roku Streambar for $99.
Read MoreBest Buy's 'Black Friday in July' sale knocks hundreds off OLED TVs from Sony, LG
Save big on OLED and LED smart TVs during Best Buy's Black Friday in July sale.
Read MoreThe Google Pixel 4 is on sale for $380 at Woot
It's a great price for a solid, but aging, flagship Android phone.
Read MoreSony's WH-1000XM3 ANC headphones fall to a new low of $170
Sony's WH-1000 XM3 active noise-canceling headphones have dropped to a new low of $170 at Best Buy.
Read MoreThe Apple TV 4K (64GB) is on sale for $180 right now
Save big on the latest Apple TV 4K with the new Siri remote at Amazon.
Read MoreIntroducing Engadget’s 2021 back-to-school gift guide!
Introducing Engadget's back-to-school gift guide, featuring the best gadgets and tech for students, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Read MoreThe Instant Pot Duo Crisp drops to $98 at Amazon
Save big on the Instant Pot Duo Crisp multi-cooker and air fryer at Amazon.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 6 Cellular models are at all-time lows on Amazon
The Apple Watch Series 6 with cellular connectivity is currently available at an all-time price in both sizes at Amazon.
Read MoreRoku sale on Amazon knocks the Streambar down to $99
Amazon knocks $30 off the Roku Streambar and discounts a bunch of other Roku streaming devices.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Max drop to $455 at Amazon
Save big on Apple's AirPods Max wireless headphones at Amazon, where you can grab a pair for $455.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The best laptops for students going back to school
Today's headlines: Warby Parker's vision test app can help renew your glasses prescription PS4 'crypto farm' reportedly used bots to grind in-game FIFA currency, not cryptocurrency and Apple launches iOS 14.7 with support for its new MagSafe Battery Pack.
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle sale slashes up to 35 percent off its popular e-readers
If you weren't able to snag an e-reader last month during Prime Day, Amazon has a standalone sale on its base Kindle and Paperwhite models.
Read MoreAmazon one-day-only sale knocks up to 35 percent off Anker charging gadgets
A power bank bundle is down from $160 to $110.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Pro are back on sale for $190 at Amazon
Amazon knocks $60 off Apple's AirPods Pro wireless earbuds, bringing them down to $190.
Read MoreApple's latest iPad Airs fall to all-time lows at Amazon
Amazon is offering the full range of Apple's iPad Air tablets at significant discounts, including the cellular models.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Max hit record low of $449 at Adorama
Save $100 on Apple's AirPods Max headphones at Adorama.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: $40 off Amazon's Fire 7 Kids Pro tablet and more
This week's best tech deals include a big sale on Amazon Fire Kids tablets, Apple's Mac Mini M1 for $600 and the Google Pixel 4 smartphone for $400.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 4 drops to an all-time low of $400 at Amazon
Google's Pixel 4 is on sale for just $400 at Amazon and B&H, making it a tempting option if current budget phones seem too slow.
Read MoreJabra's Elite 85h ANC headphones fall back to $150
Jabra's Elite 85h wireless headphones are on sale at Amazon for an all-time low price.
Read MoreAcer's new Chromebook Spin 713 is $80 off at Best Buy
At $80 off, Acer's excellent Chromebook Spin 713 is an even better value.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Buds Pro fall to an all-time low of $120
Samsung's Galaxy Buds Pro are available for a record low price of $120 at online retailer Woot.
Read MoreAmazon has a big sale on kid-focused Echo devices and Fire tablets
Amazon has launched a big sale for its kids tablets and other products with discounts as high as 40 percent on its Fire 7 Kids Pro tablets
Read MoreThis week's best deals: $30 off Apple's 10.2-inch iPad and more
This week's best tech deals include $30 off Apple's 10.2-inch iPad, $120 off Solo Stove's Bonfire and a sale on a bunch of Nintendo Switch games.
Read MoreAirPods Pro drop to $190 on Woot for Amazon Prime members
Woot knocks the Apple AirPods Pro down to $190 for Amazon Prime members in a new, exclusive sale.
Read MoreThe best high-tech gear for babies
Here's a list of the best high-tech gear for babies, including baby monitors, smart sensors, bottle warmers, toys and more, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Read MoreApple's Mac Mini M1 is back on sale for $600 at Amazon
Save big on Apple's Mac Mini M1 at Amazon.
Read MoreThe premium OnePlus 9 Pro is $100 off at Amazon
Amazon knocks $100 off the OnePlus 9 Pro smartphone, bringing it down to $970.
Read MoreGoogle's Nest Thermostat drops to $88 in a one-day Amazon sale
Amazon drops the price of the Google Nest Thermostat to $88 in a one-day-only deal.
Read MoreAnimal Crossing, Mario and Pokémon Switch games drop to all-time lows
Animal Crossing: New Horizons for Nintendo Switch is on sale for $45 right now, along with a bunch of other discounted Switch games.
Read MoreThe best July 4th tech deals we could find
Here are the best July 4th tech deals you can get, including Apple's 10.2-inch iPad, Solo Stove fire pits, Eufy robot vacuums and more.
Read MoreThe Product Red Apple Watch Series 6 with LTE is $100 off at Amazon
Save $100 on the 44mm Apple Watch Series 6 with cellular at Amazon.
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Computing (6)
Intel's revised roadmap looks beyond 1 nanometer chips
Forget about "SuperFin Enhanced," the previous name for the node powering Intel's upcoming 10nm Alder Lake processors. Now, that node is just called "Intel 7," according to the company's revised roadmap.
Read MoreJapan breaks internet speed record with a 319Tbps data transfer
Japanese researchers have broken an internet speed record by transferring data at 319Tbps — nearly twice as fast as last year's achievement.
Read MoreCalifornia's upcoming open fiber network could make fast broadband more accessible
California legislators have approved plans for an open fiber network that could make broadband much faster for rural and small internet providers.
Read MoreMalaysian authorities crush 1,069 crypto mining rigs with a steamroller
In a city in Sarawak, Malaysia, authorities got rid of 1,069 rigs at once by crushing them with a steamroller.
Read MoreThe Blue Screen of Death in Windows 11 is going black
Windows 11 will feature a Black Screen of Death, instead of the current blue one we all know and dread.
Read MoreIntel and Apple may be first to use TSMC's 3-nanometer chips
Apple and Intel are reportedly testing chip designs with TSMC's 3-nanometer process and could be first to market with the technology.
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Cybersecurity (30)
Over 100 warship locations have been faked in one year
The locations of more than 100 warships have been faked over the past year, possibly in an attempt to stoke political tensions.
Read MoreDOJ: Hackers behind SolarWinds attacks targeted federal prosecutors
The Justice Department says hackers behind the SolarWinds attacks targeted federal prosecutors, with 27 offices reporting at least one breach.
Read MoreAmazon handed record $888 million fine from EU data privacy watchdog
Amazon is facing a record $888 million GDPR fine in Luxembourg.
Read MoreWhatsApp says NSO spyware was used to attack officials working for US allies
WhatsApp has rejected NSO's claims of innocence, arguing that the company's spyware was used to attack 1,400 users in 2019.
Read MoreKaseya deploys a master decryption key to unlock systems hit by REvil attack
Kaseya has announced that it has obtained a universal decryptor for victims of the July 2nd REvil ransomware attack.
Read MoreUK man arrested over 2020 Twitter celebrity hacks
Police have arrested a UK citizen over his alleged role in a 2020 Twitter hack that targeted celebrities and politicians.
Read MoreDuckDuckGo tackles email privacy with new tracker-stripping service
The company says it will never save messages that are routed through Email Protection.
Read MoreWhite House blames China for Microsoft Exchange cyberattacks
The Biden administration has formaly blamed China for cyberattacks on Microsoft Exchange systems. and has charged four Chinese hackers for a separate hacking campaign.
Read MoreNSO spyware was allegedly used to target activists and journalists
An investigation has alleged that NSO's Pegasus spyware was used to hack 37 journalists and activists.
Read MoreSecurity researchers fool Microsoft's Windows Hello authentication system
Researchers from the security firm CyberArk managed to fool Windows' Hello facial recognition system using images of the computer owner's face.
Read MoreIranian hackers used Facebook to target US military personnel
On Thursday, Facebook disclosed that a network of hackers with ties to Iran tried to use its platform to target US military personnel.
Read MoreMicrosoft says Chinese hackers used a SolarWinds exploit to conduct attacks
Microsoft has discovered an exploit in SolarWinds' software that was being used by Chinese hackers.
Read MoreRansomware group REvil disappears from the internet
The websites operated by the ransomware group REvil went down in the early hours of Tuesday.
Read MoreInstagram's Security Checkup will help users secure their accounts after a hack
Starting today, Instagram is introducing a new feature to help people secure their accounts following instances where they may have been hacked.
Read MoreRing's end-to-end encryption rolls out globally
End-to-End Encryption started as a technical preview in January and is now rolling out to all eligible devices.
Read MoreSenate appoints former NSA official as head of US cybersecurity agency
A former NSA official will lead CISA at a time when ransomware and other kinds of cyberattacks are on the rise.
Read MoreMan charged for allegedly selling insider trading tips on the dark web
Apostolos Trovias faces up to 45 years in prison if convicted of money laundering and securities fraud.
Read MoreIran's railway system fell prey to a cyberattack this weekend
Cyberattacks disrupted Iran's train system and website on the weekend, causing some chaos for travellers.
Read MoreChina will tighten data privacy rules for tech companies seeking foreign investment
China is to introduce tougher data privacy rules for tech companies seeking stock market listings overseas.
Read MoreKaseya was warned about security flaws years ahead of ransomware attack
Kaseya reportedly didn't address security flaws for years before the ransomware attack, with staff quitting or being fired over attempt to fix problems.
Read MoreThe FBI's phone for criminals included a custom version of Android
A hands-on with the phones the FBI sold in a sting operation has revealed that they're using a custom version of Android with sneaky apps — and a distinct lack of control.
Read MoreNew York City launches a cyberdefense center in Manhattan
New York City has opened a center that will help protect the area against cyberattacks on critical infrastructure.
Read MoreMajor crypto scammer sentenced to 15 years in prison
Roger Nils-Jonas Karlsson, who ran one of the largest cryptocurrency Ponzi schemes prosecuted in the US, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.
Read MoreRussian hackers breached a GOP contractor
A GOP contractor known as Synnex was breached over the weekend by Russian government-backed hackers.
Read MoreMicrosoft issues emergency Windows patches for PrintNightmare flaw
Microsoft has released an emergency patch to address a critical flaw in the Windows Print Spooler service.
Read MoreAudacity owner will revise its privacy policy following spyware concerns
Muse Group says it won't sell the 'very limited' user data it will collect.
Read MoreAudacity sparks uproar over new data collection policy
Some users are calling the audio-editing app 'spyware.'
Read MoreGoogle removes popular Android apps that stole Facebook passwords
Google has pulled nine Android apps that stole Facebook passwords, but only after they'd racked up 5.8 million downloads.
Read MoreHackers conduct one of the largest supply chain cyberattacks to date
Kaseya is warning of one of the largest supply chain ransomware attacks to date, with over 200 companies affected.
Read MoreWestern Digital won’t fix a vulnerability found in older My Cloud OS3 storage devices
Western Digital's My Cloud OS 3 devices include a vulnerability
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Entertainment (2)
US government sells 'Pharma Bro' Martin Shkreli's one-off Wu-Tang Clan album
Prosecutors didn't say who bought 'Once Upon a Time In Shaolin' or how much they paid.
Read MoreTokyo Olympics opening ceremony included a light display with 1,800 drones
The Tokyo 2020 Organizing Committee saved one of the best spectacles for the end of the opening ceremony.
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EVs and Transportation (58)
Rivian may build its first international EV factory in the UK
Rivian is reportedly in talks to build an EV factory in the UK, helping it take on rivals like Tesla.
Read MoreWhy Tesla is delaying the Semi EV until 2022
Tesla representatives confirmed previous reports that its commercial EV project, Semi, will be delayed until 2022.
Read MoreA Tesla Megapack caught fire at the Victorian Big Battery facility in Australia
A Tesla Megapack caught fire at the Victorian Big Battery energy storage facility in Geelong, Victoria in south-east Australia.
Read MoreTesla will pay $1.5 million to settle Model S battery throttling complaints
Tesla has agreed to settle complaints that it reduced Model S vehicles' max battery voltage.
Read MoreNikola founder Trevor Milton indicted on fraud charges
Milton allegedly lied about 'nearly all aspects' of the EV business.
Read MoreUber will offer free Rosetta Stone language courses to drivers
Uber and Rosetta Stone have teamed up to give drivers free language lessons that will help them speak to passengers.
Read MoreTesla update adds Disney+ streaming and a Car Wash mode
Tesla's 2021.24 software update includes Disney+ and a new Car Wash Mode.
Read MoreTesla will reportedly move stores out of high-end malls and use remote fleets
The days of seeing Tesla stores in fancy malls and retail centers may be over, according to a report from Electrek.
Read MoreRivian reportedly plans to invest $5 billion in its second US assembly plant
Rivian plans to invest $5 billion initially in a second manufacturing plant, dubbed Project Tera, with construction slated to start in the fall of 2021
Read MoreTesla pushes back Semi truck release to 2022
Tesla has delayed the Semi's launch again due to battery cell shortage and supply chain issues.
Read MoreThe Morning After: EV-charging roads in Indiana
Better nuclear reactors, Steam Deck gets a frame-rate limiter and NASA's Mars helicopter has traveled one (Martian) mile.
Read MoreResearchers are testing concrete that could charge your EV while you drive
Indiana is testing a new type of cement with embedded magnetized particles that could one day charge an EV while you drive.
Read MoreGM sues Ford over the name of its hands-free driving feature
GM has sued Ford over BlueCruise, claiming that the hands-free driving feature violates trademarks for Cruise and Super Cruise.
Read MoreAudi hopes its off-road hybrid will win the 2022 Dakar Rally
Audi has developed a hybrid off-roader, the RS Q E-Tron, that could be the first electrified vehicle to win the Dakar Rally.
Read MoreRelaxing behind the wheel of Mercedes’ level 3 autonomous Drive Pilot
We had a chance to try Mercedes level-3 autonomous Drive Pilot system at the automaker's test track and, while it did what it was supposed to do, we found it hard to turn off our driving brain while behind the wheel.
Read MoreMercedes EQS first drive: S-Class luxury in an EV
We had a chance to drive Mercedes' 2021 EQS for two days and figure out how it stacks up not just against competitors but up against the S-Class itself.
Read MoreGM recalls Bolt EVs once again over fire risks
GM is issuing a second recall for 2017 to 2019 Bolt EVs over potential fire issues.
Read MoreGM's hands-free Super Cruise is coming to six more vehicles in 2022 (updated)
Beginning the first quarter of next year, GM will make its advanced semi-autonomous driving assistant, Super Cruise, available on six more Cadillac models including the Escalade, CT4,CT5, Silverado, Hummer EV, and Sierra.
Read MoreRivian is planning to build a second EV factory in the US
The company may also manufacture battery cells at the plant.
Read MoreMercedes plans to go fully electric by the end of the decade
Mercedes has announced plans to expand its EV lineup by 2022 and go EV-only by the end of the decade.
Read MoreUber can deliver your Costco groceries (if you live in Texas)
Uber is launching a pilot that will deliver Costco groceries from locations across Texas — the company's first pilot with US food wholesaler.
Read MoreSelf-driving Ford cars will be available to Lyft customers in Miami later this year
Ford is bringing its Argo AI-powered driverless cars to Lyft's ride-hailing network by the end of the year.
Read MoreStudy suggests EVs really are cleaner than gas-powered cars over their lifespan
A new study compares the life-cycle of EVs with gas-guzzlers in four of the biggest car markets in the world.
Read MoreTesla lowers the price of its 'Full Self-Driving' computer upgrade
After criticism from owners, Tesla has reduced the price of a computer update required for its new "Full Self-Driving" (FSD) feature.
Read MoreElon Musk says Tesla will open its Superchargers to other EVs this year
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has revealed on Twitter that the company is opening up its Supercharger network to other EVs later this year.
Read MoreThe RadRover 6 Plus is a 'durable' $1,999 e-bike with a 750W motor
Electric bicycle maker Rad Power Bikes is releasing a redesigned version its flagship e-bike dubbed the RadRover 6 Plus.
Read MoreGM announces third electric pickup after the Hummer and Silverado EVs
GM is working on another electric pickup truck in addition to GMC's Hummer EV and the electrified Chevrolet Silverado.
Read MoreTesla offers a Full Self-Driving subscription for $199 per month
Tesla has launched its long-expected Full Self-Driving subscription at $199 per month.
Read MoreGM warns not to park Chevy Bolt EVs indoors after two recently caught fire
Despite numerous fixes, 2017 to 2019 Chevy Bolt EVs continue to catch fire.
Read MoreRivian delays its electric R1T pickup and R1S SUV to September
CEO RJ Scaringe pointed to the 'cascading impacts of the pandemic' amid the latest setback.
Read MoreAston Martin's Valhalla hybrid supercar hints at its EV future
Aston Martin has introduced the Valhalla, a plug-in hybrid supercar that can reach 62MPH in 2.5 seconds but still make short trips in EV mode.
Read MoreLyft's shared rides return with COVID measures and advanced booking
Lyft is reviving shared rides as the pandemic winds down, but with some tweaks to give you more reliable trips.
Read MorePininfarina's 'virtual' concept car features a holographic AR display
Pininfarina has unveiled a virtual concept car called the Teorema that features an autonomous driving mode and a holographic AR display.
Read MoreBird's Safe Start discourages intoxicated riders from using its scooters
Bird has launched Safe Start to keep users under the influence from unlocking its scooter rentals at night.
Read MoreZero's FXE offers electric motorcycle fun in a slightly new package
With Zero Motorcycles' new FXE, the northern California company has taken the thoroughly enjoyable FXS supermoto and transformed it into something a bit more futuristic looking with a new easier-to-parse display.
Read MoreVW expects EVs to represent half of its vehicle sales by 2030
Volkswagen now expects half of all vehicle sales to be EVs by 2030, although it's not clear if that's an aggressive enough target.
Read MoreElectrify America plans to 'more than double' its EV charger network by late 2025
Electrify America now expects to double its EV charger network by the end of 2025, with over 1,800 fast charging stations in place.
Read MoreTesla starts rolling out its long-delayed Full Self Driving version 9 beta
Tesla has released a long-awaited Full Self Driving version 9 beta, giving drivers a slew of (semi) autonomous improvements.
Read MoreVolvo's C40 Recharge is a solid second stab at an EV
Come early next year, Volvo's first EV, the XC40 Recharge, will be joined by a sleeker, curvier sibling dubbed the C40. The C stands for coupe.
Read MoreVolvo's C40 Recharge is a solid second stab at an EV
Come early next year, Volvo's first EV, the XC40 Recharge, will be joined by a sleeker, curvier sibling dubbed the C40. The C stands for coupe.
Read MoreJeep will offer a 'fully electric 4xe' model in every SUV category by 2025
Jeep says it will offer a 4xe model in every SUV category by 2025.
Read MoreHarley-Davidson's latest LiveWire electric motorcycle is more affordable
The first electric motorcycle from the company's LiveWire brand is here.
Read MoreDodge will debut an all-electric muscle car in 2024
Dodge will release an all-electric muscle car in 2024, just don't call it an EV.
Read MoreEU fines BMW and VW $1 billion for limiting emissions reduction tech
The EU has fined BMW and VW a total of $1 billion for allegedly refusing to compete on diesel emissions-reducing technology and limiting its use.
Read MoreBMW's futuristic electric scooter is straight out of anime
BMW's CE 04 electric scooter looks like it's pulled straight out of anime.
Read MoreBentley's Flying Spur Hybrid can travel 25 miles in EV mode
Bentley has revealed its new Flying Spur plug-in hybrid sedan.
Read MoreBugatti joins forces with electric hypercar maker Rimac
They'll share resources and expertise as part of a joint venture with Porsche called Bugatti Rimac.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The Boring company wants to take us to the beach
Today's headlines: Google removes popular Android apps that stole Facebook passwords, Tesla Cybertruck will figure out a way to counter the Hummer EV's 'Crab Mode', and a 'Star Wars' anime anthology is coming September 2021.
Read MoreBoring Company proposes Fort Lauderdale transit loop for trips to the beach
Elon Musk's Boring Company has proposed a transit tunnel loop for Fort Lauderdale that could quickly take you to the beach.
Read MorePorsche recalls 43,000 Taycan EVs over sudden power loss
Porsche has recalled 43,000 Taycan EVs over a sudden power loss issue that requires a software update.
Read MoreTesla Cybertruck will have an answer to the Hummer EV's 'Crab Mode'
Elon Musk has revealed that the Tesla Cybertruck will include rear-wheel steering that helps it compete with the Hummer EV's 'Crab Mode.'
Read MoreBird pilots electric wheelchair and mobility scooter rentals in New York City
With help from Scootaround, a company that specializes in wheelchair and scooter rentals, Bird is piloting a new accessible mobility program.
Read MoreThe DOJ is investigating troubled EV startup Lordstown Motors
Add a Justice Department investigation to the list of problems troubled EV startup Lordstown Motors has to contend with at the moment.
Read MoreTesla delivers 200,000 cars a quarter for the first time
Tesla has delivered over 200,000 vehicles in a quarter for the first time, even with parts shortages and prices holding it back.
Read MoreGM deal will reduce the environmental impact (and cost) of its EV batteries
GM has struck a deal that will reduce the environmental impact of its EV batteries by sourcing US lithium made using eco-friendly processes.
Read MorePorsche may soon recall the Taycan EV over a sudden power loss issue
Porsche is planning to recall its Taycan EV around the world over a software issue that can cause a sudden power loss.
Read MoreThe Morning After: A transforming, flying car makes its first inter-city flight
Today's headlines: A transforming flying car makes its first inter-city flight, Loki and the Simpsons meet on Disney+ July 7th, and the iOS 15, iPadOS 15 and watchOS 8 public betas are here.
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Gaming (66)
Engadget Podcast: Activision’s walkout and toxicity in gaming
This week, Cherlynn and Devindra dive into the toxic mess at Activision Blizzard with Senior Editor Jessica Conditt.
Read More‘Stanley Parable’ and ‘Gone Home’ devs team up to form Ivy Road studio
Annapurna Interactive will release the first game from Davey Wreden and Karla Zimonja's studio.
Read More‘Sound Shapes’ creator Jessica Mak is making a game with Annapurna Interactive
Almost 10 years after the release of "Sound Shapes," Jessica Mak is working on a new project.
Read More'Outer Wilds: Echoes of the Eye' is an expansion of a modern classic
How do you create DLC for a game whose very purpose is to offer a confined, looping world? Honestly, after watching the trailer for Outer Wilds: Echoes of the Eye, I still have no idea.
Read MoreCat simulator 'Stray' heads to PlayStation and PC in early 2022
Annapurna Interactive has shared a new trailer and release date for cat simulator "Stray."
Read More'What Remains of Edith Finch' will hit iOS on August 16th
Annapurna Interactive hasn't forgotten the very first game it published.
Read More'Solar Ash' brings surreal 3D platforming to PC, PS4 and PS5 on October 26th
In which Alx Preston tries to clear up whether Solar Ash is a sequel to Hyper Light Drifter, once and for all.
Read MoreJason Schwartzman plays a floating brain in musical adventure 'The Artful Escape'
It's coming to PC, Xbox and Game Pass on September 9th.
Read More'Marvel's Avengers' Black Panther expansion arrives August 17th
Developer Crystal Dynamics will share more information about the expansion during a Twitch live stream on August 16th.
Read MoreLouis Vuitton is making a mobile game with embedded NFTs
Louis Vuitton is making a mobile video game for iOS and Android to celebrate its founder's 200th birthday.
Read MoreActivision Blizzard CEO says response to harassment lawsuit was 'tone deaf'
Following nearly a week of internal unrest, Activision Blizzard has published a letter from CEO Bobby Kotick addressing the company's original response to the sexual harassment lawsuit brought against it by the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) on July 20th.
Read MoreJames Bond's iconic Aston Martin is coming to 'Rocket League'
The 1963 model of the secret agent's DB5 will hit the Item Shop on July 29th.
Read MoreActivision Blizzard employees will walk out on Wednesday after harassment lawsuit
At least 50 Blizzard Activision employees plan to protest the company's recent actions and call on it to improve working conditions for women by walking out on work.
Read More'The Simpsons' gets a home arcade cabinet for its 30th birthday
Arcade1Up has launched a retro 'The Simpsons' arcade game cabinet to help you relive your childhood — just without so many quarters.
Read MoreActivision Blizzard employees decry 'abhorrent' company response to harassment lawsuit
Employees at Activision Blizzard are calling on the company to issue a new statement in response to the lawsuit it's facing from the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH).
Read More'Apex Legends' Emergence trailer shows off new playable character Seer
Ahead of August 3rd, Respawn Entertainment has shared a gameplay trailer showing off what players can expect from the game's upcoming Emergence season.
Read More'Death Stranding' has sold five million copies since launch
Hideo Kojima's game 'Death Stranding' has sold five million copies across PS4 and PC — strong for his
Read MoreTurtle Beach’s first gamepad pairs its audio expertise with great ergonomics
Turtle Beach introduces its first gaming controller, with audio controls to make your headset sound even better.
Read MoreActivision Blizzard execs respond to harassment and discrimination lawsuit
Blizzard president J. Allen Brack called the allegations 'extremely troubling.'
Read MoreWomen's soccer is coming to 'Football Manager,' but it will take a while
'Football Manager' is adding women's soccer, although it may take a while due to the sheer amount of data involved.
Read MoreThe Tokyo Olympics' opening ceremony featured an orchestrated video game soundtrack
Orchestrated video game music was used as athletes marched through Tokyo's Olympic stadium.
Read MoreToday's Google doodle is an anime-infused sports game
Google's latest doodle marks the start of the Tokyo Olympics with an interactive sports game that lets you play table-tennis and skateboarding.
Read MoreHere's everything EA announced at its Play Live 2021 event
EA covered a lot of ground during its recent Play Live 2021 event. Here's everything it announced.
Read More'Dead Space' is being remade for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC
Motive is working on the remastered game.
Read MoreTim Burton-inspired 'Lost in Random' comes to consoles and PC on September 10th
Electronic Arts will release Lost in Random, the latest entry in its ongoing Originals lineup, on September 10th, the publisher announced today during its EA Play Live event.
Read MoreBattlefield 2042's secret third mode is 'Portal'
It's an evolution of the Custom Games formula.
Read MoreThe next Grid game uses the same virtual set tech as 'The Mandalorian'
'Grid Legends' features a story mode with live-action performances.
Read MorePanic's Playdate handheld will be available for pre-order on July 29th
It's priced at $179 and will ship before the end of the year.
Read More‘Lost Judgment’ will let you team up with a dog detective
A gameplay trailer shows some of what you can see and do in the sequel.
Read MoreActivision Blizzard sued by California over alleged sexist 'frat boy' culture
Activision Blizzard is facing a lawsuit filed by California over what's described as a "frat boy" workplace.
Read MoreEpic Games buys 3D asset platform Sketchfab
Unreal Engine is taking a step closer to being a one-stop shop for developers.
Read More'Aliens: Fireteam Elite' is an arcade shooter for the online era
Remember Area 51? It feels like that, but for modern hardware.
Read MorePro Evolution Soccer will become 'eFootball' in free-to-play shift
Konami is changing Pro Evolution Soccer's name to eFootball and making the sports franchise free-to-play.
Read MoreSquare Enix will boot idle players from packed 'Final Fantasy XIV Online' servers
The MMO is dealing with a huge surge in players after popular streamers picked up the game.
Read More'District 9' director Neill Blomkamp is helping make a new 'AAA' game
The 'Chappie' helmer is working with Gunzilla Games on a multiplayer shooter.
Read MoreApple Arcade's upcoming additions include 'Tetris' and 'Monster Hunter' games
Apple Arcade is adding the rhythm game 'Tetris Beat' as well as the classic RPG 'Monster Hunter Stories.'
Read MorePeloton launches its first exercise game for connected bike owners
Peloton has launched its first game for the Bike and Bike+ titled 'Lanebreak.'
Read MoreTom Clancy’s XDefiant is a free-to-play, team-based FPS
The factions are based on characters from across Ubisoft's Clancy games.
Read MoreWatch Ubisoft reveal a new Tom Clancy game at 2PM ET
Ubisoft is unveiling a new 'Tom Clancy' game at 2PM ET, and you can watch the reveal here.
Read MoreTencent to buy British video game studio Sumo for $1.27 billion
China's Tencent is to fully acquire UK-based gaming studio Sumo Group, best known for its LittleBigPlanet franchise.
Read MoreUbisoft sued in France over alleged 'institutional harassment'
Ubisoft is facing a lawsuit in France after a workers' union says the game developer enabled 'institutional harassment.'
Read MoreUbisoft delays 'Rainbow Six Extraction' to January 2022
Ubisoft has delayed both Rainbow Six Extraction and Riders Republic.
Read MoreCandace Parker is NBA 2K's first female cover athlete
The Chicago Sky forward will feature on a special WNBA anniversary edition of 'NBA 2K22.'
Read More‘Resident Evil Re:Verse’ gets a last-minute delay to 2022
The multiplayer freebie for 'Resident Evil Village' owners was supposed to be out this month.
Read More‘Battlefield 2042’ will split cross-play between console generations
DICE will use bots to pad out lobbies when needed.
Read More'Company of Heroes 3' will take the classic RTS series to the Mediterranean in 2022
Eight years after its second entry, a new Company of Heroes game is in development at Relic Entertainment.
Read MoreStadia will give developers and publishers a bigger cut of sales
Google will also roll out a revenue sharing plan for Stadia Pro subscriptions.
Read More'Call of Duty: Warzone' is getting its first objective-based mode
ActivisIon's 'Call of Duty: Warzone' battle royale is getting its first objective-based mode as part of the Season Four Reloaded update.
Read MoreLeBron James is coming to 'Fortnite' on July 14th
On July 14th, two days before "Space Jam: A New Legacy" comes out in the US, Epic will start selling two different LeBron skins.
Read More'FIFA 22' brings more realistic soccer to next-gen consoles on October 1st
'FIFA 22' will add more realistic motion and gameplay when it reaches consoles and PCs on October 1st.
Read More'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt' is getting free DLC inspired by the Netflix series
CD Projekt Red shared new details about The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's upcoming PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S update.
Read More'Alto's Odyssey: The Lost City' trailer previews the new urban backdrop
An expanded edition of the endless runner hits Apple Arcade on July 16th.
Read More'PUBG Mobile' update adds a self-driving Tesla Model Y
The newest 'PUBG Mobile' update adds a slew of Tesla tie-ins, including a self-driving Model Y and a Gigafactory.
Read MoreAge-based kung fu game 'Sifu' gets pushed to early 2022
The next title from 'Absolver' studio Sloclap needs more time in the oven.
Read MoreCall of Duty League is bringing fans back to live events
The Stage V Major will be the first CDL tournament with a crowd since March 2020.
Read MoreBungie will reveal what's next for 'Destiny 2' on August 24th
The showcase will likely focus on 2022's 'The Witch Queen' expansion.
Read MoreAssassin's Creed could become an online service game
'Assassin's Creed' may soon turn into a live online service with 'Infinity,' although misconduct allegations at Ubisoft might derail the game project.
Read More'Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown' arrives September 22nd, 2022
Nacon also announced a RoboCop first-person shooter and offered another look at 'The Lord of the Rings: Gollum.'
Read MoreRoblox deal with Sony will create (legal) in-game music experiences
Roblox has struck a deal with Sony Music to create official music experiences in the game platform — and possibly thwart a lawsuit in the process.
Read MoreAtari steps back from mobile games to focus on 'premium' PC and console titles
Atari has announced a new business strategy that re-shifts its focus from free -to-play mobile games to console and PC titles.
Read MoreHacker targets 'Apex Legends' in plea to fix 'Titanfall' hacking
Respawn was forced to release an 'Apex Legends' matchmaking patch after the game was hacked to raise awareness over the unplayable state of 'Titanfall.'
Read MoreDOJ investigates Overwatch League over salary caps
The DOJ is investigating the Overwatch League over soft salary caps meant to balance team pay.
Read MoreFaZe Clan suspends players allegedly involved in crypto pump-and-dump scheme
FaZe Clan has suspended three players and ousted a fourth after allegations they participated in a pump-and-dump crypto scheme.
Read MoreEA will host four ‘Spotlight’ panels ahead of Play Live event on July 22nd
Before it hosts its Play Live event on the 22nd, EA will stream a series of "Spotlight" panels throughout the month of July.
Read MoreEA is reportedly developing a 'Dead Space' remake
After more than eight years of the franchise collecting dust, VentureBeat reports EA has tasked its Motive studio to develop a Resident Evil 2-style remake of the first Dead Space game.
Read MoreThe first three 'Final Fantasy' pixel remasters arrive on July 28th
The Final Fantasy, Final Fantasy II and Final Fantasy III remasters are coming out on July 28th for PC via Steam and on July 29th for Android and iOS.
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Google is banning 'sugar daddy' apps as part of new sexual content restrictions
As part of new restrictions on sexual content, Google is banning so-called sugar daddy apps from the Play store, effective September 1st, 2021.
Read MoreGoogle will require coronavirus vaccines for returning office employees
Google will require its employees to get vaccinated against the coronavirus before they're allowed to return to the company's offices.
Read MoreGoogle begins showing what its new Play Store safety listings will look like
Google is giving us a glimpse of what the Play Store's safety section may look like.
Read MoreGoogle parent Alphabet made a whopping $61.9 billion last quarter
Google's parent company Alphabet announced today that it made $61.9 billion in Q2 2021 -- a jump of 62 percent from the same period last year.
Read MoreAlphabet's latest moonshot aims to make industrial robots more practical
Alphabet has launched its latest X moonshot company, Intrinsic, with the goal of making industrial robots more practical for many people.
Read MoreGoogle expands Android Auto's beta testing program
Google is expanding the Android Auto beta program, giving anyone with an Android device and a willingness to put up with bugs the opportunity to test the platform's latest features before they're available to the public.
Read MoreA single typo locked Chromebook users out of their laptops
Google botched Chromebook logins due to a buggy Chrome OS update with a typo.
Read MoreGoogle Maps' new features are designed to help you navigate life after lockdown
Google has introduced a few Maps features that could help you ease back into the world, now that COVID-19 vaccines are available.
Read MoreGoogle is making it easier to manage permissions in Chrome on a site-by-site basis
The lock icon in the address bar will show you what permissions you've granted to a website.
Read MoreGoogle's Wear OS update makes apps easier to find and download
Google's latest Wear OS update makes it easier to find smartwatch apps and watch faces on your phone and wearable.
Read MoreGoogle extends Pixel 4 XL's repair warranty for a year in some regions
Google will fix your Pixel 4 XL phone for free for up to a year after your warranty expires if you live in one of the eligible countries.
Read MoreAndroid TV gets new Google TV features
Google is adding new tools to Android TV to make it feel more like Google TV: Watchlist, recommendation tuning and detail pages.
Read MoreChrome 94 will make sure you're connected to sites with HTTPS
With Chrome 94, Google will introduce a feature called HTTPS-First Mode that will attempt to upgrade all your connections to HTTPS.
Read MoreFrance fines Google $590 million in latest antitrust action
Regulators say the company offered publishers 'negligible' payments for using their news content.
Read MoreGoogle rolls out a new Drive desktop app for syncing files and photos
It's replacing the Backup and Sync and Drive File Stream apps.
Read MoreGoogle Calendar invites now let you choose to attend events virtually
The tech giant has rolled out new RSVP options for Calendar invitations.
Read MoreGoogle Meet gets fun filters and masks on iOS and Android
The Google Meet app for Android and iOS now has filters and masks you can play with.
Read More36 states launch antitrust suit against Google over the Play Store (update)
According to Bloomberg, "dozens" of state attorneys general plan to band together as soon later today to sue the company over its alleged abuse of Play Store developers.
Read MoreGoogle promotes YouTube TV's new 4K add-on with a free Chromecast
Google is attempting to entice existing YouTube TV subscribers to sign up for its pricey 4K add-on with a promotion that dangles a free Chromecast with Google TV.
Read MoreGoogle adds support for virtual COVID-19 vaccine cards on Android devices
Google has updated its the "Passes API" to enable a simple way to store and display digital COVID-19 test and vaccination cards on Android.
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Razer's latest Blade 17 features 11th-gen Core i9 CPUs
Razer has unveiled its latest Blade 17 with the latest NVIDIA and Intel parts targeted at both gamers and content creators.
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Meta (20)
Facebook's next product will be its long-awaited Ray-Ban smart glasses
Facebook's next product release will be a Ray-Ban augmented reality sunglasses, according to CEO Mark Zuckerberg.
Read MoreFacebook will require its US office workforce to be vaccinated
Facebook will require that its employees get immunized against the coronavirus before they can return to in-person work.
Read MoreMark Zuckerberg says video accounts for almost half the time spent on Facebook
Facebook users are spending a lot more time watching video, and short-form video like Instagram Reels is growing fast.
Read MoreState attorneys general will appeal dismissal of Facebook antitrust suit
'We must hold Facebook accountable,' New York AG Letitia James said.
Read MoreFacebook recalls Quest 2 foam inserts over skin irritation issues
Facebook has issued a voluntary recall for a component that comes with the company's latest VR headset.
Read MoreFacebook and Instagram will limit advertisers’ ability to target teens
Facebook is taking new steps to limit advertisers' ability to reach teens with targeted ads.
Read MoreOculus makes it easier to create mixed reality apps
Oculus has unveiled a toolkit that makes it easier to create mixed reality apps — expect many more of them in the future.
Read MoreFacebook’s cloud gaming service hits iOS devices as a web app
Facebook has become the latest company to offer a cloud gaming service on iOS, only once again you won't access it through the App Store.
Read MoreFacebook spent $23.4 million on Mark Zuckerberg's personal security
Facebook spent $23.4 million on CEO Mark Zuckerberg's personal security last year, according to a new report.
Read MoreFacebook rejects Biden claim it's 'killing people' with COVID-19 misinformation
Facebook has resisted President Biden's claims that the social network is 'killing people' with COVID-19 misinformation, suggesting that other factors are to blame.
Read MoreWhy Facebook is betting $1 billion on creators
Facebook is spending a billion dollars to win over creators as it tries to make up for lost time.
Read MoreFacebook’s BlenderBot chat AI no longer has the mental capacity of a goldfish
Facebook AI's research lab released the second iteration of its open-source chatbot with a number of key enhancements like the ability to remember the subject of a conversation after it has concluded.
Read MoreFacebook Pay buttons are coming to online stores in August
Facebook is bringing support for its payments platform to online retailers starting in August.
Read MoreFacebook is luring creators with $1 billion in payouts
The company's giving influencers a big incentive to post engaging content on Facebook and Instagram.
Read MoreFacebook wants the FTC's tech-critic chair to step back from antitrust decisions
Facebook is the next tech giant to want FTC chair Lina Khan to recuse herself from antitrust cases given her criticism of Big Tech.
Read MoreFacebook and AT&T team up for augmented reality experiences
AT&T made a slew of 5G announcements, including a Boingo partnership for airport networks.
Read MoreOversight Board says Facebook 'lost' an important rule for three years
Facebook "lost" an important policy for three years and only noticed after the Oversight Board began looking at the issue, according to its latest decision.
Read MoreInstacart hires the head of Facebook's app as its next CEO
Fidji Simo is taking over from founder Apoorva Mehta, who will become executive chairman.
Read MoreFacebook test warns users who may have seen 'harmful extremist content'
Facebook is testing new prompts to reach users who may be "becoming an extremist" or who may have seen "harmful extremist content."
Read MoreFacebook adds Ubisoft games to its cloud gaming service as part of huge US expansion
Facebook is adding Ubisoft games to its cloud gaming service as part of a major expansion
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Microsoft (7)
Microsoft's profits skyrocketed by 47 percent in Q4
Microsoft's business continues to boom thanks to its leadership in cloud computing and productivity apps.
Read MoreMicrosoft Surface Duo 2 leak hints at a massive camera upgrade
A leak has revealed images of what might be the Microsoft Surface Duo 2, complete with a giant camera bump and a black color option.
Read MoreClippy will return as an emoji in some Microsoft apps
Twenty years after being unceremoniously dumped from Microsoft Office, Clippy is ready to make a triumphant return.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Microsoft unveils Windows 365, its Windows PC in the cloud
Today's headlines: Microsoft's Windows 365 is a Windows 10 PC in the cloud, LG's rollable OLED R TV costs $100,000 in the US and Twitter removed far more abusive content in the second half of 2020 than ever before
Read MoreMicrosoft unveils Windows 365, a Windows 10 PC in the cloud
Windows 365 puts a Windows 10 PC in the cloud.
Read MoreMicrosoft is buying cloud cybersecurity company RiskIQ
Microsoft is buying RiskIQ, a cybersecurity firm best known for working with organizations like Facebook and the US Postal Service to identify where and how they're vulnerable to online attacks.
Read MoreMicrosoft Teams Together Mode test lets just two people start a meeting
Microsoft could make Together Mode on Teams accessible to fewer participants.
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Mobile (9)
Verizon’s Smart Display includes LTE in case of Fios outages
The Verizon Smart Display is real and it includes LTE connectivity when you need to troubleshoot a Fios connection.
Read MoreDish will pay AT&T $5 billion to serve its mobile customers
AT&T is set to handle voice calls, data and messaging for Boost Mobile, Ting and Republic Wireless.
Read MorePaco Rabanne's latest fragrance has NFC, for some reason
The scent was crafted with the help of an AI, and there's an NFC chip buried in the top of the bottle's head.
Read MoreVerizon partners with Mastercard to work on 5G contactless payment tech
Mastercard and Verizon say they plan to work together on "transformational" financial technologies.
Read MoreVerizon's call filtering app now blocks area code spoofing
Verizon's Call Filter app can now blocks neighborhood spoofing scams that use highly similar phone numbers.
Read MoreVerizon modified a Ford F650 to provide first-responders with mobile 5G access
On Tuesday, Verizon introduced the Tactical Humanitarian Operations Response (THOR) vehicle.
Read MoreBatters in the Home Run Derby will livestream using 5G helmet cameras
T-Mobile is giving Home Run Derby batters 5G cameras to let you watch the MLB competition from the players' point of view.
Read MoreT-Mobile, AT&T and Verizon have taken steps to reduce spoofed scam calls
All three major US carriers have met the deadline to implement the FCC's new anti-spoofing protocol designed to protect users from scam caller impersonation.
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News (23)
Robinhood CEO's plan for the future sounds a lot like a bank
Newly public Robinhood has ambitions to be much more than just a stock-trading app, according to its CEO.
Read MoreSony’s ZV-E10 brings interchangeable lenses to its vlogging camera series
Sony has launched its first vlogging-specific mirrorless camera, the ZV-E10, that borrows a number of features from ZV-1 compact vlogging model.
Read MoreLas Vegas police solve an old murder case using record-low volume of DNA
Las Vegas police have solved a cold murder case using a record-low volume of DNA to conduct gene sequencing.
Read MoreHitting the Books: Digital youth activism can help save America from itself
Don't just think of the children, listen to them for once.
Read MoreErica Synths Matrix Mixer lets you patch your modular like an Etch A Sketch
Erica Synths brings one of the SYNTRX's best features to your modular synth setup.
Read MoreFTC votes to fight back against right to repair restrictions
In a policy statement published on Wednesday, the agency said it plans to devote additional resources to enforce existing laws that protect small businesses and consumers from companies that would prevent them from fixing on their own products they purchased.
Read MoreSony's latest flagship soundbar offers Dolby Atmos and 360 Reality Audio
Sony's latest flagship soundbar and a new multi-speaker "home theater system" both offer Dolby Atmos and 360 Reality Audio.
Read MoreKlipsch's newest soundbars offer 8K HDR passthrough and Dolby Atmos
Klipsch has unveiled a series of Cinema soundbars that offer future-ready features like 8K HDR p
Read MoreThe Morning After: Japan breaks the internet speed record
Today's headlines: Japan breaks the internet speed record, Impossible Foods chicken nuggets are coming this fall, and the Curiosity rover might be sitting near microbe 'burps' on Mars.
Read MoreVirginia will use a $700 million grant to roll out statewide broadband
Virginia will use $700 million in American Rescue Plan funding to expedite broadband buildouts in underserved communities throughout the state.
Read MoreImpossible Foods chicken nuggets are coming this fall
Impossible Foods will debut plant-based chicken nuggets this fall, the company told Bloomberg on Friday.
Read MoreRazer made slippers for World Snake Day
Ssslip your sssoles into thessse sssnake ssslippersss from Razer.
Read MoreUS energy department hopes instant permits will boost rooftop solar installations
The Department of Energy (DoE) has announced that it's rolling out a new tool that will make it much easier and faster to get a permit for a rooftop solar installation.
Read MoreHere are the emoji finalists for Unicode 14.0
Once the Unicode Consortium decides on a final candidate list in September, the finalists will make their way to your devices starting in late 2021 and throughout 2022.
Read MoreUS Surgeon General warns that health misinformation is an 'urgent threat'
US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has issued an advisory warning of the dangers posed health misinformation, calling it an "urgent threat."
Read MoreBoss's latest guitar has a built-in synth and Bluetooth pedal control
Boss has unveiled a new electric guitar that adds some modern technology so you can easily program it with a wide range of synthesized sounds.
Read MoreIK Multimedia debuts guitar effects pedals based on its AmpliTube software
IK Multimedia has created a set of digital guitar effects pedals based on its AmpliTube modeling software.
Read MoreSony reveals a new version of its lamp-style portable speaker
Orders for the $350 LSPX-S3 glass Bluetooth speaker will open in August.
Read MorePetcube is making a more affordable treat slinger for your pets
The most important feature of the Bites 2 Lite is its price. At $125, it costs half as much as its predecessor did at launch.
Read MoreCanon's EOS R6 and EOS-1D X Mark III get C-Log 3 support
Canon has released a firmware update that brings pro-grade video features to the EOS R6, EOS-1D X Mark III and EOS R5.
Read MorePresident Biden will order the FTC to draft 'right to repair' rules
President Joe Biden will "in the coming days" direct the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to draft new regulations to empower consumers to repair their devices on their own and at independent shops.
Read MoreTraeger buys wireless thermometer company Meater
It sees the deal as a key step toward creating 'the ultimate connected grilling experience.'
Read MoreHumble Bundle moves forward with charitable donation caps on purchases
In mid-July, Humble Bundle will move forward with its previous decision to cap charitable donations.
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Nintendo (13)
Nintendo is shutting down 'Dr. Mario World' for mobile on November 1st
Nintendo has announced that it's ending service of Dr. Mario World, a mobile version of its highly successful Dr. Mario NES game, on November 1st.
Read MoreNintendo's next SNES Switch Online games include 'Claymates' and 'Jelly Boy'
Nintendo's Switch Online SNES titles include Claymates, Jelly Boy and Bombuzal.
Read MoreNintendo denies it will squeeze more profit from its new OLED Switch
Nintendo has taken the unusual step of denying a report that it's making more profits from its new OLED Switch model.
Read MoreNintendo Switch OLED pre-orders open today at 3PM ET
US retailers will start accepting pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch at 3PM ET on July 15th.
Read MoreRazer’s Barracuda X wireless headset is geared toward Switch and Android players
Razer's new Barracuda X gaming headset is made for Android phones and the Nintendo Switch.
Read MoreSealed 'Super Mario 64' game sells at auction for a record-breaking $1.56 million
A case fresh copy of 'Super Mario 64' has sold at auction for more than $1.5 million.
Read MoreA rare early copy of 'The Legend of Zelda' sold for $870,000
It was only earlier this year that a nearly perfect copy of Super Mario Bros. for the NES sold for $660,000. Now, a mere three months later, The Legend of Zelda has shattered that record.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Who is the OLED Switch for?
This week, Cherlynn and Devindra are joined by Gizmodo's Sam Rutherford to chat about Samsung's smartwatch updates and the few tidbits of news from Mobile World Congress. Also, they dive into the newly released previews for iOS 15, macOS Monterey and Windows 11.
Read MoreNintendo’s OLED Switch isn’t the Switch Pro, and that’s okay
The long-rumored OLED-equipped Nintendo Switch is finally real! But it's not quite the upgrade we were expecting.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Nintendo finally reveals its new Switch
Today's headlines: Nintendo reveals its new OLED Switch, Roblox deal with Sony will create (legal) in-game music experiences, and Verizon modified a Ford F650 to provide first-responders with mobile 5G access.
Read MoreAnimal Crossing Edition Monopoly arrives in August
Instead of snapping up property, you'll collect bugs, fish, fossils and fruit.
Read MoreNintendo's new OLED Switch costs $350 and arrives October 8th
As expected, the console has a larger OLED screen, but it doesn't output at 4K while docked.
Read More‘Zelda: Skyward Sword HD’ puts Fi on mute
Nintendo has detailed the variety of quality of life improvements that are coming to The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD.
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PC Gaming (12)
AMD's Radeon RX 6600XT is its next flagship 1080p GPU
After making a return to the mid-range with its RX 6700 XT GPU, AMD has launched its 1080p flagship, the RX 6600 XT.
Read More'Skin Deep' is a stinky sci-fi shooter from indie icon Brendon Chung
It's like Die Hard and Far Cry 2 had a blocky, intergalactic baby.
Read MoreWoW will remove 'inappropriate references' following California lawsuit
WoW has announced that it will take immediate action to "remove references that are not appropriate for [its] world."
Read MoreSteam Deck can limit frame rates to give you longer battery life
Valve has revealed that the Steam Deck will offer a frame rate limiter to keep battery life in check.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Is the Valve Steam Deck a Switch killer?
This week on the show, Devindra and Engadget Buyer's Guide Editor Kris Naudus chat about Valve's new Steam Deck portable with Jordan Minor, Apps and Games Analyst at PCMag.
Read MoreEpic Games Summer Sale offers deals on ‘Hitman 3,’ ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ and more
The Epic Mega Sale and Steam Summer Sale may have come and gone, but if you want to save on some PC games, you have another chance to do so.
Read MoreValve announces a $1 million 'CS:GO' art contest
Design a killer weapon skin, and you might earn a cool $100,000.
Read MoreValve will replace Big Picture mode with the new Steam Deck UI
Valve is planning to replace Big Picture mode with the UI from its upcoming Steam Deck console, according to a forum post from a staffer.
Read MoreNVIDIA shows 'Wolfenstein: Youngblood' with RTX ray-tracing on ARM
At GDC, NVIDIA unveiled a technical demo with an RTX-powered MediaTek ARM processor running Wolfenstein: Youngblood.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Valve made a $399 handheld gaming PC
Today's headlines: Valve's $399 handheld PC lands this December, US Surgeon General warns that health misinformation is an 'urgent threat', and Microsoft's Clippy returns.
Read MoreValve's Steam Deck handheld PC starts at $399 and lands in December
Reservations open on Friday for Valve's answer to the Nintendo Switch.
Read MoreSomeone donated a copy of id Software's 'Super Mario Bros. 3' PC port to a museum
The Strong Museum of Play recently obtained the demo as part of a larger donation.
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PlayStation (19)
'Horizon Forbidden West' is reportedly delayed to 2022
PlayStation fans will have to wait until 2022 to play Horizon Forbidden West, according to a new report.
Read MoreThe Morning After: You can now upgrade your PS5's SSD, if you meet all the criteria
Today's headlines: 'Black Widow' star Scarlett Johansson sues Disney over streaming strategy, you can finally upgrade your PS5's storage but it's a little complicated, and we have been collectively rickrolled over a billion times on Youtube.
Read MorePlayStation 5 SSD upgrades are finally enabled for beta testers
Sony is rolling out a PlayStation 5 beta software update that lets users increase local storage with an M.2 SSD.
Read MoreSony has sold 10 million PS5 consoles
Sony has sold 10 million PlayStation 5 consoles, marking an important milestone even with shortages holding the system back.
Read MoreLarge chunks of the internet went down due to a DNS issue
If you can't access online services like Sony's PlayStation Network and Steam, as well as websites like Airbnb, you're not the only one.
Read MorePlayStation 5 owners now get six free months of Apple TV+
PlayStation 5 owners now get a lengthy six-month Apple TV+ trial — that's more than you get with a new iPhone or Mac.
Read More'Ghost of Tsushima' director's cut trailer shows off the gorgeous Iki Island
Sucker Punch says it 'wanted to tell a story of healing' with the expansion.
Read More'The Last Video Store' is a Blockbuster-inspired game coming to PSVR
The Last Video Store game coming to PlayStation VR brings back those nostalgic Blockbuster VHS vibes.
Read MorePS4 'cryptofarm' reportedly used bots to grind in-game FIFA currency
Instead of a crypto mining operation, the consoles were building up FIFA Ultimate Team accounts for profit.
Read MoreBethesda PS5 exclusive 'Ghostwire: Tokyo' is delayed until early 2022
Tango Gameworks' paranormal adventure will debut a bit later than expected.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The cryptofarm powered by PS4 Pros
Today's headlines: Tag Heuer made a Super Mario-themed smartwatch, Elon Musk booked a trip to space with Virgin Galactic and a Ukrainian cryptofarm was running thousands of PS4 Pros.
Read MoreCryptofarm with thousands of PS4 Pros raided in Ukraine
The Security Service of Ukraine has discovered and raided a cryptocurrency mining farm that allegedly stole electricity from the country's power grid.
Read More'Moss: Book II' continues the story of Quill on PSVR
Moss: Book II doesn't have a release date yet, but what Polyarc showed off looks promising.
Read More'Death Stranding Director's Cut' will hit PS5 September 24th
The game's first full trailer shows a racing mode and introduces the Buddy Bot.
Read MoreSony's next State of Play will focus on 'Deathloop'
The July 8th showcase will also include updates on third-party and indie games.
Read MoreSony will keep selling PSP games on PS3 and PS Vita stores
You'll no longer be able to search for games on the PSP or make any in-game purchases for them after July 6th.
Read More'Ratchet & Clank Rift Apart' gets a performance boost on 120Hz displays
You'll get a higher framerate along with 4K ray-traced visuals in fidelity mode.
Read More'Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut' comes to PS4 and PS5 on August 20th
You won't get a free upgrade from the original game, however.
Read MoreSony buys a studio known for porting games to PC
On Thursday, Sony announced the acquisition of Nixxes Software, a Dutch developer best known for supporting Crystal Dynamics, IO Interactive and Eidos Montreal in porting some of their games over to PC.
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Reviews (17)
Intel NUC 11 Extreme review: A tiny gaming desktop you may actually want
Intel's NUC 11 Extreme is its best tiny desktop yet.
Read MoreNothing’s Ear 1 wireless earbuds are an ambitious start
Nothing's see-through earbuds are stylish and competitively priced, but do they sound any good?
Read MoreNura's latest wireless earbuds sound truly unique
Nura finally brings its personalized audio to true wireless headphones: Nuratrue.
Read MoreAZIO’s colorful IZO collection looks great (and that’s about it)
AZIO's upcoming IZO collection is aimed at adding a designer touch to your home office.
Read MoreMaster & Dynamic's MW08 Sport earbuds offer a better fit and wireless charging for $349
Master & Dynamic's latest noise-cancelling earbuds add wireless charging and more to this year's already great MW08.
Read MoreNovation Circuit Rhythm review: A modern sampler inspired by a classic
The Circuit Rhythm is a solid sampler at a reasonable price. The $400 groovebox takes of inspiration from the SP-404, but offers more modern features.
Read MoreHTC Vive Pro 2 review: An excellent 5K headset for the VR faithful
The Vive Pro 2 is a VR enthusiast's dream. Its 5K 120Hz display delivers the sharpest desktop VR experience I've ever seen.
Read MorePanic's Playdate handheld isn't for everyone, and that's OK
Panic's Playdate is a gaming handheld with a crank. It's an undeniably fun and quirky device, but it's definitely not for everyone. It's an indie handheld for indie games, and you'll either love it or you won't.
Read MoreFramework’s modular laptop is uncontroversial on purpose
How much would you pay for a laptop you could theoretically keep running for longer than a decade?
Read MoreThe OnePlus Nord 2 5G makes another good argument for ignoring expensive smartphones
OnePlus' latest Nord phone makes some camera improvements and swaps over to a Mediatek processor. It might not be groundbreaking, but the Nord 2 5G seems like a solid phone at an excellent price.
Read More‘Behind the Attraction’ traces Disney's theme-park tech advancements one ride at a time
'Behind the Attraction' is a snackable look at your favorite Disney rides and shows.
Read MoreElgato's first webcam gets a lot of things right
Elgato's FaceCam has tons of controls in its Camera Hub software.
Read MoreThe Vive Focus 3 is the best standalone VR headset and no, you should not buy it
The HTC Vive Focus 3 is a powerful standalone VR headset, but it's not for you.
Read MoreRoland's Go:Mixer Pro-X is a flexible multitrack studio in your pocket
Small, affordable and all the connectivity you could want. There's a lot to like about Roland's latest mobile mixer.
Read MoreFitbit Luxe review: A tiny tracker that’s both easy and hard on the eyes
For $150, the Luxe is a tiny, capable fitness tracker that can track pretty much everything. But its size is also one of its drawbacks
Read MoreTCL’s Nxtwear G cinema glasses could have been great
Nobody has produced a great pair of cinema glasses yet, but If anyone's going to make this idea work, it's TCL.
Read MoreFinal Fantasy VII Intergrade’s entertaining DLC should also be on PS4
A slicker, more polished FF7R. But it's a shame the DLC didn't make it to PS4.
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Robotics (9)
This robot made a 100,000-domino 'Super Mario Bros.' mural in 24 hours
A new robot known as the Dominator has set a Guinness World Record for placing 100,000 dominos in just over 24 hours.
Read MoreWatch Cassie the bipedal robot run a 5K
Cassie, a bipedal robot that's all legs, has successfully ran five kilometers without having a tether and on a single charge.
Read MoreWhy every robot needs a spiffy hat
Tomorrow's robotic workforce will be just like us, putting their robo-pants on one leg at a time.
Read MoreAutonomous quadrotor beats two human pilots in a drone race
Researchers from the University of Zurich have created an algorithm that allowed an AI-powered drone to beat two human pilots on an experimental race track.
Read MoreA robot collision sparked a fire at the UK's top online grocer
Ocado was forced to cancel orders after three of its bots collided to cause a warehouse fire.
Read MoreSoft robot can play piano thanks to 'air-powered' memory
Scientists have built a soft robot with pneumatic memory that can play the piano without relying on conventional chips.
Read MoreMIT robot could help people with limited mobility dress themselves
Scientists at MIT CSAIL have developed an algorithm that would allow robots to efficiently dress people by allowing for non-harmful collisions.
Read MoreAutonomous drones learn to find 'hidden' meteorite impact sites
Drones are learning to find meteorite impact sites all by themselves, helping to locate space rocks that might otherwise go missed.
Read MoreGrubhub and Yandex bring autonomous deliveries to US college campuses
Self-driving robots will start dropping off food at some campuses this fall.
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Samsung (10)
Samsung's 'history of electronics' animated videos seem like great sleep aids
The first episode is about Morse code and it's -... --- .-. .. -. --.
Read MoreSamsung vows to make foldable smartphones 'mainstream'
In its latest earnings release, Samsung confirmed that it will release new foldable smartphones soon and attempt to make the category "mainstream."
Read MoreSamsung says an S Pen for foldables is coming at Unpacked
Samsung will be launching the third generation of its Galaxy Z series and "the first-ever S Pen designed specifically for foldable phones."
Read MoreSamsung's 'The Wall' will be used to form a virtual movie studio
Samsung has struck a partnership with 'Parasite' studio CJ ENM to provide massive microLED displays for its virtual production studio.
Read MoreSamsung's next Galaxy Unpacked is happening online on August 11th
Samsung has sent out invites to its next Galaxy Unpacked event, slated for August 11th.
Read MoreSamsung's SmartThings app can now track your energy usage
Samsung has added a dedicated energy section to its SmartThings smart home app to help you monitor your indoor power consumption.
Read MoreSamsung's latest HDR imaging chip is designed for vehicle camera systems
Samsung is trying to attack the automotive market with a camera sensor that uses unique technology to adapt to low and bright lighting situations.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Unpacked lineup seemingly revealed in extensive leak
Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked line-up of folding phones, smartwatches and earbuds has been leaked.
Read MoreSamsung makes its free TV Plus streaming service available on the web
Samsung has launched its TV Plus streaming service on the web.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Samsung, MWC and our hot gadget summer
This week, Cherlynn and Devindra are joined by Gizmodo's Sam Rutherford to chat about Samsung's smartwatch updates and the few tidbits of news from Mobile World Congress. Also, they dive into the newly released previews for iOS 15, macOS Monterey and Windows 11.
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Science (11)
This toe tickling navigation system will help the visually impaired walk tall
The Ashirase system allows low-sighted people to navigate through cities using their feet, rather than cell phones or visual aids.
Read MoreFDA clears Synchron's brain-computer interface device for human trials
A clinical trial will get under way in New York later this year.
Read MoreA magnetic helmet shrunk a deadly tumor in world-first test
Scientists have created a helmet that uses magnetic therapy to reduce deadly brain tumors.
Read MoreChina plans to build the first 'clean' commercial nuclear reactor
China is planning to build a thorium-based nuclear reactor that could be cleaner and safer than conventional options.
Read MoreItalian museum uses cameras to gauge the attractiveness of art
Italy's museums have begun rolling out a camera system that can measure how satisfied visitors are with a work of art.
Read MoreHitting the Books: The correct way to make coffee, according to science
The best part of waking up is, of course, hot bean juice in your cup.
Read MoreSeverely paralyzed man communicates using brain signals sent to his vocal tract
A severely paralyzed man communicated using a system that translates signals from his brain to his vocal tract directly into words that appear on a screen.
Read MoreModerna enters clinical trials for its mRNA-based flu vaccine
Moderna has injected its mRNA-derived vaccine for the seasonal flu into a human volunteer for the first time as part of a Phase 1/2 clinical study, the company announced on Wednesday.
Read MorePost-pandemic gas revival may threaten climate change targets
The International Energy Agency has warned that a post-pandemic revival in gas use could threaten climate change goals.
Read MoreResearchers retrofit microscopes to take 3D images of cells in real-time
UT Southwestern Scientists have invented an optical device they claim can be retrofitted to microscopes to capture 3D images of cells.
Read MoreA nanofiber membrane could help solve the drinking water crisis
Researchers from the Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology have created a nanofiber membrane that can desalinate water for up to a month.
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Smartphones (16)
Huawei’s P50 lineup is powered by HarmonyOS 2 but lacks 5G
Some models use Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888 chipset.
Read MoreThe Morning After: iPhone sales are up 50 percent year over year
Today's headlines: iPhone sales are up 50 percent year over year, Activision Blizzard employees plan walkout over harassment lawsuit response and Tesla pushes back Semi truck release to 2022.
Read MoreiOS 14.7.1 arrives with fix for Apple Watch unlocking bug
If you use an older Touch ID iPhone with your Apple Watch, you'll want to download iOS 14.7.1 as soon as you can.
Read MoreMotorola's next Edge flagship phone might drop the curved display
A leak suggests that Motorola's next flagship phone line, the Edge 20, might drop the curved 'endless' display that drew criticism.
Read MoreCorning's new Gorilla Glass protects smartphone cameras while letting in more light
Corning is bringing Gorilla Glass DX and DX+ to smartphone camera lens covers.
Read MoreAll Verizon Android phones will support RCS messaging by 2022
Following similar announcements from T-Mobile and AT&T earlier in the year, Verizon said today it's working with Google to bring the next-generation SMS replacement to all of its customers.
Read MoreMore leaks suggest the next iPhone might have an always-on display
A new leak reinforces claims the upcoming iPhone could have an always-on display.
Read MoreAndroid 12's emoji include a 'universal' pie and a happier mask wearer
Google has unveiled its emoji updates for Android 12, including a 'universal' pie — and it'll be easier to use emoji in apps, too.
Read MoreXiaomi becomes the world's second-largest phone maker for the first time
Xiaomi is now the world's second-largest phone manufacturer, having outgrown Apple and its Chinese rivals.
Read MoreAndroid 12 beta 3 arrives with camera-based auto-rotation
Google is pushing out the third beta of Android 12 today, and it brings features like scrolling screenshots, enhanced auto-rotate and more.
Read MoreAndroid 12 will let you play games while they download
Google will let you play mobile games before they finish downloading on Android 12.
Read MoreVerizon says its version of spatial audio doesn't need specific gear or content
Verizon Adaptive Sound is making its debut on a new Motorola smartphone.
Read MoreQualcomm and ASUS made a phone for Snapdragon Insiders
The $1,499 handset comes with a pair of Master & Dynamic true wireless ANC earbuds.
Read MoreOnePlus confirms its latest phones throttle the performance of popular apps
So much for Never Settle.
Read MoreOnePlus is integrating its mobile operating system with Oppo's
OnePlus and Oppo are working on integrating the codebase of OxygenOS and ColorOS.
Read MoreSony's $1,300 Xperia 1 III is now available to pre-order in the US
Sony is releasing the flagship Xperia 1 III smartphone and its cheaper sibling the Xperia 5 III on August 19th and September, respectively.
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Social Media (47)
Telegram's video calls can now accommodate up to 1,000 viewers
Telegram has expanded the group video calling feature it launched in June to be able to accommodate more participants.
Read MoreTwitter launches bug bounty contest to detect algorithmic bias
It will pay up to $3,500 to those who find issues with the image-cropping algorithm.
Read MoreBehance adds Patreon-like subscriptions to support creators
Starting today with a small group of about two dozen artists, Adobe is allowing creators to offer access to premium projects, live streams and source files in exchange for a monthly fee.
Read MoreTwitter Spaces updates makes it easier to share and discover live audio
Twitter's Spaces is getting another update that makes the audio feature easier to share and discover.
Read MoreTwitter tests new shopping features for businesses
Twitter is allowing a handful of brands to place a "Shop Module" at the top of their profiles that links to products their followers can buy.
Read MoreSnapchat’s map now helps you keep track of where you’ve been
Snapchat is updating its in-app map to help users keep track of places they've visited, and where they may want to go next.
Read MoreTwitter tests notification banner for suspended and locked accounts
Twitter is testing a new way to inform individuals who may have broken its rules that their account has been suspended or locked.
Read MorePinterest is giving creators ways to make money on the platform
Influencers can tag Idea Pins with products and disclose paid partnerships more easily.
Read MoreDiscord finally adds threaded messaging
The long wait for threaded messaging to make its way to Discord is over.
Read MoreTikTok hopes new tools will create kinder, gentler live streams
TikTok has rolled out new tools to promote kindness in livestreams, including a 'would you like to rethink posting this' pop-up for harsher comments.
Read MoreInstagram tests Limits feature to curb targeted harassment
Instagram is testing a new feature called "Limits" that allows users to lock their accounts and limit any potential interactions when they feel they're the target of harassment.
Read MoreSnapchat just announced its largest user growth in years
Snapchat just had its highest user growth in years, with 293 million daily users. That's more than what Twitter had in second quarter.
Read MoreSenate bill would create exception to Section 230 to limit health misinformation
On Thursday, Senator Amy Klobuchar introduced a bill that would carve out Section 230 to make tech companies liable for spreading misinformation during a health crisis.
Read MoreTwitter Spaces may soon offer voice manipulation effects
Twitter is apparently developing a voice manipulator for its Spaces audio chat feature.
Read MoreFacebook finally blocks 'vaccines kill' hashtag
Facebook failed to take down the #vaccineskill hashtag amid criticism from President Biden, according to a new report.
Read MoreTwitter starts testing Reddit-like downvote button on iOS
Twitter is testing upvote and downvote buttons to find out what kind of replies users find relevant in a conversation.
Read MoreClubhouse's audio chat rooms are now open to everyone
The app is ditching the waitlist system as it moves out of beta.
Read MoreTumblr bloggers can soon charge for access to their posts
The platform is testing paid subscriptions with the Post+ feature.
Read MoreNow Instagram can translate Stories text into over 90 languages
Instagram has introduced a new feature that will translate any foreign text you see in Stories.
Read MoreTweetDeck could soon look much more like Twitter’s web app
A few users in the US, Canada and Australia will test the revamped TweetDeck.
Read MoreInstagram offers users more control over 'sensitive content' in the Explore tab
You can adjust how strong the filter is for posts depicting things like people fighting.
Read MoreWhatsApp now lets you join in-progress group calls
WhatsApp now lets you join group calls that have already started — you can drop in and hop out like it' a chat room.
Read MoreWhatsApp is testing secure cloud backups for Android users
WhatsApp is testing encrypted cloud backups that would let Android users securely protect their conversations.
Read MoreBiden: Facebook and other platforms are ‘killing people’ with vaccine misinformation
Joe Biden said that Facebook and other social media platforms are "killing people" by allowing misinformation about COVID-19 to spread on their platforms.
Read MoreTwitter is finally rolling out auto-captions for voice tweets
Over a year after it launched voice tweets, Twitter is finally rolling out automatically generated captions.
Read MoreFacebook is notifying some users whose posts were removed by automation
Facebook is testing a change that will let users know when their post was removed as a result of automation.
Read MoreInstagram’s latest test is… telling people about the Facebook app
Instagram is running a new test to tell users about another app they might want to check out: Facebook.
Read MoreMessenger chats are about to get more annoying thanks to Soundmojis
Facebook reckons emoji with sound is something people want. ????
Read MoreWhatsApp is testing multi-device sync that doesn't require a phone
Until now, all WhatsApp chats have been routed through a smartphone app.
Read MoreTwitter removed a lot more abusive content in the second half of 2020 than ever before
Twitter is getting better at moderating its platform. That's one of the main takeaways from the company's most recent transparency report.
Read MoreClubhouse unveils its new 'Backchannel' DM feature
On Wednesday, the company announced that the Clubhouse app will now support DMs in the form of the new Backchannel messaging feature.
Read MoreTwitter is killing Fleets
Twitter is killing Fleets less than a year after launching the Stories-like feature to all its users.
Read MoreTwitter now lets you change who can reply to your tweets
Twitter now lets you change who can reply to your tweets even after you've already sent it out.
Read MoreCuba blocks access to Facebook and Telegram in response to protests
As protests continue in Cuba over the country's handling of the coronavirus pandemic and the surrounding economic fallout, the Cuban government has moved to restrict access to social media and messaging platforms.
Read MoreFacebook Groups can now have dedicated topic 'experts'
Facebook is starting to roll out a new "expert" label for group members who have expertise in an area related to the group's interests.
Read MoreTikTok will automate video removals for nudity and violence
The app's also changing how it notifies users about policy violations.
Read MoreTwitter's extended NFL deal adds live Spaces chats with players
Twitter has extended its deal with the NFL, and will now offer live Spaces chats with players and other football talent.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Trump announces lawsuits against Facebook, Twitter and YouTube
Today's headlines: Trump is suing Twitter, Facebook and YouTube, Assassin's Creed could become an online service game and OnePlus' latest phones throttle performance on popular apps.
Read MoreTikTok tests letting US users to apply for jobs with video resumes
The reports were accurate: TikTok is expanding into job recruitment.
Read MoreTikTok tests a Cameo-like option that lets users pay for custom creator videos
TikTok is reportedly testing a Cameo-style feature that lets users pay creators for custom videos.
Read MoreTwitter wants your help developing new privacy features
Twitter showed off several concept features that could give users more control over their privacy settings.
Read MoreTwitter loses its legal protections in India following government order
The Indian government said in a court filing that Twitter has lost its liability protection against user-generated content.
Read MoreBumble is opening a restaurant to help people date IRL again
Just like lovebirds used to meet in the Before Times.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Is Instagram no longer a photo-sharing app?
Today's headlines: Android adds support for virtual COVID-19 vaccine cards, Porsche may soon recall the Taycan EV over a sudden power loss issue, Instagram boss says the app is 'no longer a photo-sharing app'.
Read MoreTwitter considers letting you tweet to 'trusted friends' only
Twitter is thinking about new ways to share tweets with specific groups of people, with "trusted friends" and "facets."
Read MoreLonger TikTok videos are coming to everyone
Instead of adhering to the usual 60-second limit, TikTok users can now share clips that were as long as three minutes.
Read MoreInstagram is 'no longer a photo-sharing app,' says its head
Instagram doesn't see itself anymore as a platform where people go to share and look at photos.
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Space (35)
People first drove on the Moon 50 years ago today
NASA has marked the 50th anniversary of the Lunar Roving Vehicle's first trip on the Moon — though we wouldn't count on another crewed vehicle any time soon.
Read MoreHitting the Books: Buck Rogers flew so that NASA astronauts could spacewalk
Wonders All Around, exhaustively researched and written by McCandless's son, Bruce III, explores McCandless the elder's trials and tribulations during NASA's formative years and his laser-focus on enabling astronauts to zip through space unencumbered by the mass of their ships.
Read MoreUS watchdog rejects Blue Origin’s protest of NASA lunar lander contract
The US Government Accountability Office has dismissed a challenge from Blue Origin against NASA, clearing the way for SpaceX to continue work on the Human Landing System program.
Read MoreTwo red objects between Mars and Jupiter may explain how the solar system formed
Two unusually red objects in the asteroid belt between Jupiter and Mars may have originated from farther in the solar system.
Read MoreNASA and Boeing delay Starliner ISS launch
NASA and Boeing have delayed the Starliner's second uncrewed test flight to the International Space Station.
Read MoreRocket Lab launches US Space Force satellite after its failed mission in May
Rocket Lab has successfully launched a US military satellite in its first mission since its 20th Electron launch ended up in failure back in May.
Read MoreHow to watch Rocket Lab's US Space Force satellite launch
The launch window is between 2AM and 4AM ET on Thursday.
Read MoreHubble finds evidence of water vapor on Jupiter's largest moon
Researchers re-examined new and archival datasets to make the discovery.
Read MoreBlue Origin offers NASA $2 billion in last-ditch attempt at lunar lander contract
Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos has penned an open letter to NASA in which he says his company will waive $2 billion in payments in return for a fixed-price lander contract.
Read MoreNASA's Ingenuity helicopter has flown a total of one mile on Mars
NASA's Ingenuity helicopter has flown a total of one mile on Mars, and its 10th flight was its most complex to date.
Read MoreSpaceX will launch NASA's Europa Clipper mission to Jupiter's moon
A SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket will be launching NASA's long-awaited Europa Clipper mission.
Read MoreNASA clears Boeing Starliner for July 30th test flight to ISS
More than 18 months after its failed first attempt to make it to the International Space Station, Boeing's Starliner is ready for a second shot.
Read MoreAstronomers spot possible moon-forming region for the first time
A group of astronomers has discovered what's believed to be a region with exomoons-in-the-making for the first time.
Read MoreNASA's InSight probe reveals the first detailed look at the interior of Mars
NASA's InSight lander arrived on Mars in 2018 to learn about its interior by monitoring "marsquakes," and now the project is starting to really pay off.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Blue Origin's crew makes it to space
Wally Funk is the world's oldest astronaut, new streaming gear and more details on Samsung's forthcoming foldables.
Read MoreJeff Bezos swung by space and has some thoughts
Breaking news: A billionaire says the planet is beautiful.
Read MoreBlue Origin completes its first crewed spaceflight with Bezos onboard
Blue Origin has successfully completed its first crewed flight, taking Jeff Bezos, Wally Funk and others into space.
Read MoreWatch Blue Origin’s first crewed spaceflight at 9AM ET
Jeff Bezos and three other passengers are about to go to space on New Shepard.
Read MoreCuriosity rover might be sitting near microbe 'burps' on Mars
NASA's Curiosity rover might be sitting next to sources of methane 'burps' that might hint at microbial life or ancient water on Mars.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Billionaires in space, Windows in the cloud
This week, Space.com's editor-in-chief Tariq Malik joins Cherlynn and Devindra to break down the ongoing billionaire space race.
Read MoreCan Richard Branson really call himself an astronaut after Sunday's Virgin Galactic flight?
Does flying 50 miles above the Earth's surface make you an astronaut? Depends on which aviation agency you ask.
Read MoreBlue Origin's first paying customer is the youngest person to fly to space
The first paying Blue Origin customer is Oliver Daemen — the youngest person ever to fly to space.
Read MoreOmaze is giving away two seats on a Virgin Galactic spaceflight
Omaze's latest sweepstakes offers the chance to win two seats on a Virgin Galactic trip to space.
Read MoreBlue Origin gets FAA approval for its first human spaceflight on July 20th
The FAA has approved Blue Origin's maiden crewed rocket voyage set for July 20th with the company's chief executive Jeff Bezos aboard.
Read MoreElon Musk booked a trip to space with Virgin Galactic
Elon Musk bought a ticket to space aboard Virgin Galactic, suggesting that SpaceX and Virgin aren't quite the bitter enemies you might expect.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Finally, Virgin Galactic completes its first crewed spaceflight
Today's headlines: Virgin Galactic completes its first crewed spaceflight, WhatsApp's disappearing messages come to iOS and Tesla rolls out its long-delayed Full Self Driving version 9 beta.
Read MoreVirgin Galactic sweepstakes lets you win tickets to space
Virgin Galactic and Omaze are running a sweepstakes that gives the winner two tickets to space.
Read MoreVirgin Galactic and Richard Branson complete first fully crewed spaceflight
Virgin Galactic has completed its first fully crewed spaceflight, with Richard Branson aboard.
Read MoreWatch Richard Branson's Virgin Galactic flight here at 10:30AM ET (updated)
You can watch the entire Unity 22 mission unfold here, the company's website, as well as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How NASA selected the first Lunar Rover to scoot across the moon
In his latest book, Across the Airless Wilds, journalist Earl Swift, examines the oft ignored Apollo 15, 16, and 17 missions, our last trips to the Moon's surface.
Read MoreBlue Origin throws shade at Virgin Galactic before Richard Branson's flight
Blue Origin claims Richard Branson isn't really going to outer space.
Read MoreAstronauts complete China’s first-ever tandem spacewalk
On early Sunday morning, two astronauts completed the second-ever spacewalk in China's history.
Read MoreAstronauts show how CRISPR gene editing works in space
Astronauts have successfully used CRISPR gene editing in space for the first time, paving the way for studies of how space travel affects the human body.
Read MoreVirgin Galactic plans to send Richard Branson to space on July 11th
Virgin Galactic has announced that it's opening the flight window for SpaceShipTwo Unity's next rocket-powered test flight on July 11th.
Read MoreAviation pioneer Wally Funk will join Blue Origin's first crewed space flight
The 82-year-old will become the oldest person to reach space.
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Streaming (53)
Spotify's Noteable Releases playlist showcases the songwriters behind popular music
Noteable Releases is a weekly playlist dedicated to some of the most prolific songwriters and producers in the music industry.
Read MoreApple TV+’s 'Watch the Sound' is an invitation to start making music
Ever wondered how technology changed music? "Watch the Sound with Mark Ronson" reveals all.
Read More'Black Widow' star Scarlett Johansson sues Disney over streaming strategy
The simultaneous theatrical and Disney+ release will reportedly cost Johansson over $50 million.
Read MoreGarageBand can teach you how to remix songs from Dua Lipa and Lady Gaga
A bunch of producer sound packs are also available for free.
Read More'Hawkeye' debuts on Disney+ on November 24th
Hawkeye will debut on Disney+ on November 24th.
Read MoreYouTubers have been rickrolled over a billion times
Rick Astley's 'Never Gonna Give You Up' video finally cracked 1 billion YouTube views, marking a milestone for rickrolls.
Read MoreSpotify's CEO doesn't believe the platform has editorial responsibility over podcasts
Spotify CEO says the company shouldn't have editorial responsibility over podcasts.
Read MoreThe NBA is working with iHeartMedia to produce over 20 basketball podcasts
In all, the two organizations plan to co-produce more than 20 shows together, with the first one to debut sometime this fall.
Read MoreHulu will livestream Lollapalooza 2021 this weekend
Lollapalooza 2021 will stream live on Hulu starting July 29th — and not on YouTube.
Read MoreSpotify added more paying customers than free ones last quarter
Spotify saw seven million users start paying for Premium.
Read MoreNetflix turned a Twitter account into an animated show
'Chicago Party Aunt' will debut on September 17th.
Read MoreGoogle TV update brings Discovery+ and more live TV to the Android app
Google is updating its Google TV app on Android with fresh design, more content and improved recommendations.
Read MoreDisney+ is launching a mobile-only plan in India that costs $6.70 per year
Disney+ is launching three new subscription plans in India, including a mobile-only tier that costs $6.70 per year.
Read MoreNetflix is reportedly developing a live-action Pokémon series
'Lucifer' co-showrunner Joe Henderson is on board as a writer and producer, according to 'Variety.'
Read MoreSiriusXM’s Premium VIP plan gives two cars access for $35/month
You'll also get to check out thousands of live concert recordings as part of the plan.
Read MoreSpotify will now notify you of new releases from your favorite artists
Spotify has introduced a feature that makes it easier to see when artists and shows you follow have released new content.
Read MoreApple Music's lossless and spatial audio streaming arrive on Android devices
Engadget has confirmed that Apple has started rolling out support for lossless streaming and spatial audio on Android.
Read MoreSpotify and Giphy are 'enhancing' GIFs with music
Spotify and Giphy now give you a way to 'listen' to GIFs by pointing you to a musician's Spotify page.
Read MoreThe Morning After: How and where to watch the Tokyo Olympics
How to watch the big games, the best student discounts, and Sad Wolverine.
Read MoreVerizon's Fios TV app comes to Apple TV and Amazon Fire TV this week
Verizon is expanding the availability of its Fios app to set-top boxes.
Read MoreHow to watch the Tokyo Olympics
Every event at the Tokyo Olympics is available to watch, you just need to know where to look.
Read MoreHBO Max starts streaming full episode pilots in Snapchat
Starting today, you can watch the pilot episodes of select series, including Game of Thrones, Lovecraft Country and Gossip Girl, on Snapchat and do so while chatting with up to 63 other people.
Read MoreYouTube’s Super Thanks tipping feature rolls out to more beta users
While it's still in beta, the company says its new "Super Thanks" feature is rolling out to "thousands" of additional creators in 68 countries.
Read MoreNetflix says its gaming push will begin with mobile
As part of its quarterly earnings report, Netflix said its gaming ambitions will begin with mobile.
Read MoreDeezer's 360 degree audio comes to Sony Reality Audio speakers
Deezer has announced that it is supporting Sony's 360-enabled SRS-RA5000 and RA3000 wireless speakers with its new casting feature.
Read MoreCNN+ streaming service will offer live and on-demand content in early 2022
CNN is launching a streaming service, CNN+, that will offer both live and on-demand shows when it debuts at the start of 2022.
Read MoreYouTube makes subscriber-only chats and polls available to all streamers
YouTube has boosted its features for gamers and live-streamers with three more features borrowed from Twitch.
Read MoreNetflix will reportedly offer video games within the next year
Netflix hired Mike Verdu, a former Oculus and EA exec, as vice president of game development.
Read MoreToshiba and Insignia add AirPlay 2 and HomeKit support to their 2020 Fire TVs
Toshiba and Insignia have updated their 4K Fire TVs to add support for Apple's AirPlay 2 and HomeKit protocols.
Read MoreAmazon scraps plan for a Joe Exotic drama starring Nicolas Cage
Amazon has scuttled a 'Tiger King' series that would have starred Nicolas Cage as Joe Exotic.
Read MoreNetflix will tell parents what their kids are watching in biweekly emails
Netflix is launching a kids top 10 list and biweekly newsletter to showcase the most popular children's shows and movies on the streaming service.
Read MoreNetflix extends exclusive rights to Universal's animated films in the US
Universal and Netflix signed a multi-year licensing agreement for Illumination's and Dreamworks' animated films.
Read MoreApple TV+ and HBO Max earn their first best comedy Emmy nominations
'Ted Lasso,' 'Hacks' and 'The Flight Attendant' are all up for one of TV's two biggest awards.
Read MoreESPN+ subscriptions are getting a price increase on August 13th
For the second time in the span of less than a year, the price of ESPN+ is increasing.
Read MoreYouTube Shorts are now available in 100 countries globally
YouTube is expanding the availability of Shorts to the than 100 countries.
Read MoreApple TV+ signs production deal for Russian and 'multilingual' shows
It seems Apple is following Netflix's successful approach to making international content.
Read MoreTED will offer exclusive audio chats on Clubhouse
TED has struck a deal to offer exclusive chats on Clubhouse.
Read More'Black Widow' made $60 million from Disney+ viewers during its opening weekend
Marvel movie 'Black Widow' raked in $60 million just from Disney+ customers paying for Premier Access on opening weekend — a large chunk of the blockbuster's sales.
Read MoreNetflix's anime adaptation of classic manga 'Spriggan' debuts in 2022
Following coronavirus pandemic-related delays, Netflix will release Spriggan in 2022.
Read More'The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf’ anime debuts on Netflix in August
Fans of the Witcher won't have to until the end of the year to see something new from the franchise.
Read More'The Witcher' season 2 will hit Netflix on December 17th
All eight episodes will drop at once as an early Christmas gift for fans.
Read MoreArsenal is the latest soccer team to feature in Amazon's 'All or Nothing' docuseries
Amazon will make Arsenal the centerpiece of its next 'All or Nothing' Prime Video sports documentary.
Read MoreNetflix hires former Apple exec to lead its podcast efforts
Netflix has hired N'Jeri Eaton, the former head of content for Apple Podcasts, to head up its own podcast operations.
Read MoreMarvel's 'What If...?' series debuts August 11th on Disney+
What if Tony Stark met Erik Killmonger? That's one of the hypotheticals Marvel's new animated series What If...? will answer when it debuts next month on Disney+.
Read MoreAmazon locks down some exclusive streaming rights for Universal movies
Films like 'Jurassic World: Dominion' will ping-pong between Peacock and Prime Video.
Read More‘Star Trek: The Motion Picture’ gets a 4K remaster for Paramount+
A 4K version of Robert Wise's 2001 'Director's Edition' was long thought impossible, but we'll see it at some point next year.
Read MoreUniversal's films will make their TV debut on Peacock
Starting in 2022, Universal's movies will be available on Peacock first instead of on HBO.
Read MoreNetflix picks up rights for a documentary on the 'Tinder Swindler'
Netflix has purchased a documentary on the "Tinder Swindler," who tricked women he met on the dating app into giving him millions of dollars.
Read More'Star Wars: Visions' anime anthology comes to Disney+ on September 22nd
The 'Star Wars: Visions' anime anthology will release on Disney+ September 22nd, and there's a new teaser trailer to match.
Read MoreCop tried to use a Taylor Swift song to keep protestor video off YouTube
A California police officer tried to use a Taylor Swift song to prevent a BLM protestor video from being shared online.
Read MoreRiot Games releases an album of royalty-free music for Twitch streamers
On Friday, Riot released Sessions: Vi, a 37-track royalty-free album of instrumental beats.
Read MoreAmazon will stream the final Evangelion 'Rebuild' movie globally on August 13th
Amazon Prime Video will release Japanese anime movie 'Evangelion: 3.0+1.01 Thrice Upon A Time' on August 13th.
Read MoreGoogle TV’s Watch with Me highlights celebrity movie and TV recommendations
Part of an ongoing series, Watch With Me will share Google TV content recommendations from celebrities and artists.
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Tablets (2)
An iPad mini redesign 'should be a go' for this fall
A leak hints Apple will release a redesigned iPad mini in the fall — the first truly major update since its 2012 introduction.
Read MoreiPadOS 15 beta preview: Widgets and Quick Notes make for a new experience
Apple has made a handful of significant changes and a host of smaller ones, all of which add up to an experience that makes the iPad more customizable and flexible than before while still retaining (and improving upon) the basic iPad experience. There are a lot of new features to unpack, and the just-released iPadOS 15 public beta is still a work in progress, but here are some of the most significant changes to look forward to when the final software arrives this fall.
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Tomorrow (2)
The Morning After: Testing out a real-life jet suit
We take a (short) trip with a real-life jet suit, Apple builds a new MagSafe battery pack and Amazfit built a pair of earbuds that can nag you about your posture.
Read MoreI flew, ever so briefly, with a jet suit
And the first look at its electric prototype of the future.
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TV & Movies (13)
'Doctor Who' needs to evolve to survive
The show's format, which consciously aped 'Buffy' when it relaunched, needs a more radical shakeup to remain relevant.
Read MoreHBO returns to Dish's lineup after a protracted absence
Dish Network is finally offering HBO, Cinemax and HBO Max to its subscribers after kicking HBO off its network nearly three years ago.
Read MoreOmaze is giving away four-day passes to San Diego Comic-Con 2022
Omaze's latest sweepstakes offers the chance to win four-day passes to San Diego Comic-Con 2022.
Read MoreLucasfilm hires YouTuber who used deepfake to improve 'The Mandalorian'
Lucasfilm hires YouTuber who uses deepfake to fix bad CGI.
Read More'Blade Runner: Black Lotus' anime trailer reveals a replicant on the run
Adult Swim and Crunchyroll has released the first trailer for the anime series 'Blade Runner: Black Lotus.'
Read More‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ trailer is a treat for ‘Voyager’ fans
CBS has shared the first trailer for Star Trek: Prodigy, introducing us to the show's cast.
Read MoreNetflix's 'The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf' trailer is, shockingly, full of monsters
Netflix has shared a new trailer for Nightmare of the Wolf, its upcoming The Witcher animated movie, as well as detailed the show's cast.
Read MoreThe Sad Wolverine meme will be immortalized as an action figure
The Sad Wolverine meme is finally becoming an action figure.
Read MoreGrimes, Will.i.am and Alanis Morrissette will judge an avatar singing TV show
Grimes, Alanis Morrissette and Will.i.am are poised to judge a 'world's first' avatar singing competition show.
Read More‘Loki’ shakes up the status quo of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
The 'finale' of Loki affects the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe while still doing its own thing.
Read More'Loki' will return for a second season on Disney+
Disney+ original 'Loki' has been renewed for a second season.
Read MoreRecommended Reading: How ESPN called Euro 2020 matches from the US
Recommended Reading highlights the week's best long-form writing on technology and more.
Read MoreAmazon’s Comic-Con@Home panel will feature ‘The Wheel of Time’ and ‘Evangelion’
Amazon Prime Video and IMDb TV will host panels for their upcoming shows at Comic-Con@Home.
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Wearables (18)
Bang & Olufsen's Beoplay EQ are its first true wireless earbuds with ANC
Bang & Olufsen's first true wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation also offer solid battery life and wireless charging for $399.
Read MoreNothing's Ear 1 wireless earbuds arrive on August 17th
Nothing's Ear 1 wireless earbuds with active noise cancelation will formally launch on August 17th.
Read MoreLG's new Tone Free earbuds have a case that doubles as a wireless dongle
LG has revealed its new range of wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation.
Read MoreEargo's in-app test transforms its next-gen hearing aids
Eargo 5 is the latest smart hearing aid from the California startup of the same name. This time, you can fine-tune the sound to match your hearing loss.
Read MoreThe Morning After: LG adds a mic and speaker to its high-tech air-purifying mask
Did you lose connection to PSN and Steam for a few hours? Akamai said a DNS issue knocked out several services for chunks of yesterday.
Read MoreGoogle's redesigned Wear OS will only reach a few current smartwatches
Google will start updating current smartwatches to Wear OS 3 by mid-2022, but only a few models — and you'll have to wipe your device.
Read MoreLG improves its wearable air purifier with a built-in mic and speaker
LG's PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier is launching in Thailand in August with improved features including a mic and speaker.
Read MoreTokyo Olympics staff will be given ear-worn devices to reduce the risk of heatstroke
Alibaba has designed a cloud-based solution to help protect the Tokyo Olympics staff from heatstroke.
Read MoreCasio made a vintage Pac-Man version of its A100 digital watch
Casio's latest watch is based on the classic F-100 from 1978 and celebrates one of the most famous arcade games of all time: Pac-Man.
Read MoreAmazfit's latest earbuds can prod you to fix your posture
The $150 PowerBuds Pro feature active noise cancellation.
Read MoreTag Heuer made a Super Mario-themed smartwatch because why not
Tag Heuer is collaborating with Nintendo to make a limited Super Mario edition of its Connected smartwatch.
Read MoreOnePlus is working on new 'Pro' earbuds
OnePlus is readying a new version of its low-cost in-ear headphones.
Read MoreFDA clears Natural Cycles birth control app for use with wearables
Natural Cycles said the approval makes it the "world's first wearable birth control."
Read MoreHyrope is a smart jump rope that pairs with an app to track your workout
Hygear, a smart fitness tool maker that launched in 2020, has introduced a smart jump rope that can provide users with real time feedback.
Read MoreSony's neck speakers are back and now they're for remote workers
The SRS-NB10 is a $150 neckband speaker Sony designed with remote workers in mind.
Read MoreNothing's wireless earbuds will offer ANC for $99
Nothing has revealed that its Ear 1 earbuds will include active noise cancellation at a price of $99 — though quality is still an unknown.
Read MoreUrbanista’s Seoul earbuds include a low-latency mode for gaming
Urbanista's new Seoul earbuds feature a gaming mode that reduces Bluetooth latency down to 70ms.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic leak suggests a more familiar design
Leaked images purport to show Samsung's new Galaxy Watch 4 Classic smartwatch
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Xbox (5)
The Morning After: An official Xbox doughnut is coming
Today's headlines: Google bans 'sugar daddy' apps from Play Store, Krispy Kreme has created official Xbox-branded doughnuts and Sony has sold 10 million PS5 consoles.
Read MoreKrispy Kreme has created official Xbox-branded doughnuts
Krispy Kreme's new Xbox-branded doughnut can win you an Xbox Series S and a month of Game Pass Ultimate.
Read MoreThe first 'Halo Infinite' multiplayer beta will open on July 29th
Halo Infinite's multiplayer beta will kick off tomorrow, July 29th, and run until August 1st.
Read MoreQuakeCon returns as an online-only event on August 19th
It's Bethesda's first QuakeCon since joining Microsoft.
Read MoreXbox family app now lets parents set spending limits
A new version of the Xbox Family Settings app lets parents set limits on their kids' spending for games and add-ons.
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