Jabra promises clearer calls with its Elite 7 Pro noise-cancelling earbuds
On top of adjustable noise cancellation and a new design, Jabra is making big promises for call quality on its new Elite 7 Pro earbuds.
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Jabra's new feature-packed Elite 3 true wireless earbuds are only $80
Jabra's most affordable true wireless earbuds yet still offer an impressive list of features for $79.
Read MoreThis $35 case lets you attach an AirTag to your AirPods Pro
Spigen has released the Tag Armor Duo, a $34.99 case that protects your AirPods Pro while including a slot for an AirTag.
Read MoreKeychron's Q1 keyboard is its most customizable yet
Customizable keyboards can get expensive, fast. The Q1 from Keychron proves that it doesn't always have to be a choice between price and quality.
Read MoreThe Rock's new Under Armour over-ear headphones pack ANC and a 45-hour battery life
Dwayne Johnson has re-teamed with Under Armor on the new UA Project Rock Over-Ear Training headphones.
Read MoreYamaha's $500 wireless ANC headphones pack 3D sound and head tracking tech
Yamaha's new YH-L700A over-ear headphones feature 3D sound and head tracking tech for $499.95.
Read MoreDell’s new monitor lineup includes a $350 portable second screen
Dell has unveiled a range of new monitors including a 4K display with USB-C and its first 14-inch portable secreen.
Read MoreThe Magic Keyboard with Touch ID is now available separately for $149
A version with a number pad is available for $179.
Read MoreJLab debuts $20 true wireless earbuds with 8-hour battery life and touch controls
A decent set of earbuds for $20? JLab's Go Air Pop covers all of the basics and offers all-day battery life.
Read MoreLogitech's latest wireless earbuds are certified by Zoom, Microsoft and Google
Logitech has unveiled some new wireless (and wired) earbuds with some unique features designed for business professionals.
Read MoreJBL's L75ms wooden speaker is built for high-res streaming
JBL has unveiled a wood-clad HiFi speaker, the L75ms, that melds high-end audio and a dash of style with support for the latest tech, including high-resolution streaming music.
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AI (7)
NVIDIA's latest tech makes AI voices more expressive and realistic
NVIDIA has unveiled new research and tools that can capture natural speech qualities by letting you train the AI system with your own voice.
Read MoreTen federal agencies are expanding their use of facial recognition
Recent advancements in facial recognition technology have increased its accuracy and its usage
Read MoreMovies Anywhere is using AI to create lists of the movies you own
The system takes your viewing history into account when generating the lists.
Read MoreAI startup Boomy looks to turn the music industry on its ear
AI-based music making startup Boomy offers amatuer and professional musicians alike an easy means of generating new tunes (and new royalty revenue streams).
Read MoreSonos may be building its own voice assistant
Sonos describes a system that would respond to the phrase "Hey Sonos" and allow users to control music playback, search for songs and move tracks between different speakers in their home.
Read MoreIntel's AI degree program expands to 18 additional community colleges in 11 states
Following an online pilot in the fall of 2020 with Maricopa County Community College District, Intel is expanding its AI for Workforce Program to include 18 additional schools across 11 states.
Read MorePentagon believes its precognitive AI can predict events 'days in advance'
The US military is testing AI that helps predict events days in advance, helping it make proactive decisions.
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Amazon (17)
Amazon may jump into live audio with a focus on music
Amazon is reportedly developing a live audio feature that would revolve around music, rather than simply copying Clubhouse.
Read MoreAmazon disables ISIS propaganda website using AWS to host content (updated)
The Islamic State's propaganda arm used Amazon Web Services to host content promoting extremism, according to The Washington Post.
Read MoreAmazon is working on a buy-now-pay-later option
Amazon has teamed up with Affirm, a major player in the buy-now-pay-later space. Amazon is testing this feature with select customers for now.
Read MoreAmazon is reportedly planning to open mini department stores
Amazon is reportedly planning on opening larger US retail locations similar to mini department stores.
Read MoreAmazon knocks up to 30 percent off Echo devices in its 'off to college' sale
Amazon discounts a bunch of Echo devices, knocking the Echo Dot down to $35 and the Echo smart speaker down to $80.
Read MoreSenators ask Amazon how it will use palm print data from its stores (updated)
Senators have asked Amazon's CEO how the company will use palm print data from One — they're concerned it might abuse the data.
Read MoreAmazon ditches policy claiming ownership of employees’ personal games
The 'draconian' rules about personal games had been in place for over a decade.
Read MoreAmazon may monitor employee keystrokes to protect customer data
According to an internal company document obtained by Motherboard, Amazon plans to monitor how its employees use their keyboards and mice to prevent customer data leaks.
Read MoreAmazon will soon directly address claims over faulty marketplace products
Amazon is updating its return policy to make it easier for customers to file complaints over defective products from third party marketplace sellers.
Read MoreAmazon and GoPro file joint lawsuit against Chinese counterfeiters
Amazon and GoPro have filed a joint lawsuit against a group of Chinese nationals and businesses they allege sold counterfeit GroPro products on Amazon.
Read MoreAmazon's Alexa device sale includes a $55 Echo Show 5
Amazon has multiple Echo devices on sale, including an Echo Show 5 smart display that costs just $55.
Read MoreAmazon delays employee office return until 2022 amid COVID-19 surge
Amazon has announced a further delay of employees returning to the office until January 3rd, 2022.
Read MoreAmazon launches new resale programs following backlash over stock destruction
ITV News' report on how Amazon destroys stock rather than re-list it has prompted a change at the mega-retailer.
Read MoreAmazon delays 'New World' MMO again, this time to September 28th
Amazon has delayed New World mere weeks before its previously announced August 31st release date.
Read MoreAmazon is offering $10 in credit for your palm print
Amazon is offering $10 in credit to entice people to enroll on to its palm print payments system.
Read MoreAmazon violated US labor laws in Alabama union vote, labor official rules
An NLRB officer has recommended that workers at an Amazon warehouse in Bessemer, Alabama hold a new election because Amazon broke US labor laws.
Read MoreAmazon made a $55 soap dispenser that reminds you to wash for 20 seconds
Amazon has quietly introduced a new Smart Soap Dispenser that works with its Alexa voice-activated assistant.
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Apple (33)
Apple's rumored iPhone satellite support may be for emergency calls and messages
The rumored satellite features for future iPhones are reserved for emergency uses only, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Read More#AppleToo starts publishing employees' toxic workplace stories
#AppleToo has published its first set of stories about discrimination, harassment and retaliation within the company.
Read MoreApple is building a classical music streaming app after buying Primephonic
The classical-only service will shut down on September 7th.
Read MoreRumor hints the next iPhone might boast satellite communication
A rumor claims the iPhone 13 will offer satellite communication that lets you make calls and send messages when you're nowhere near cell service.
Read MoreApple will repair your faulty iPhone 12 earpiece for free
Apple has launched a repair program for iPhone 12 and 12 Pro models with faulty earpieces that won't emit sound during calls.
Read MoreApple Workers say they've collected almost 500 toxic workplace stories
#AppleToo says it has collected nearly 500 stories of incidents involving discrimination, harassment and retaliation "that happened at the hands of a colleague off of campus."
Read MoreThe Morning After: Explaining Apple’s $100 million App Store settlement
Today's headlines: Finally, all iOS users will get YouTube's picture-in-picture mode, Apple's $100 million App Store settlement, and After nearly 40 years, the designer of the NES and SNES retires from Nintendo.
Read MoreApple changes key App Store rules in response to class action lawsuit from developers
Apple has agreed to change several rules that govern its App Store as part of a settlement with developers who filed a class action lawsuit against the company.
Read MoreApple will take a smaller cut of in-app fees from publishers who use Apple News
Apple will cut its in-app fees in half for publishers — if they sign up for Apple News.
Read MoreApple Maps is finally starting to follow Google's lead on user reviews
If you live in the US or Canada, you can now add ratings to places on Apple Maps.
Read MoreApple employees are organizing to push for 'real change' at the company
A group of current and former Apple employees are calling on their colleagues to publicly share stories of discrimination, harassment and retaliation they experienced while working at the company.
Read MoreApple is reportedly releasing a redesigned, more powerful Mac mini this fall
When Apple launched the first Macs with its own M1 silicon inside (the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro and Mac mini), they were essentially identical to the Intel models they replaced, aside from the new processor of course. But numerous rumors have indicted that Apple is working on major redesigns for its laptops soon, and the company already released an all-new iMac with Apple silicon inside. Now, it sounds like the Mac mini will get a big refresh soon, as well.
Read MoreRecommended Reading: Apple's inside man with the leakers
Recommended Reading highlights the week's best long-form writing on technology and more.
Read MoreApple has a new app for collecting feedback on Siri
In an effort to improve its digital assistant, the company recently launched a study to collect speech data and feedback with the help of an app called Siri Speech Study.
Read MoreApple employees likely won't return to the office until 2022
Apple is delaying its return to the office until at least January of next year as it grapples with complications caused by a surge in COVID-19 cases in the US.
Read MoreiOS 15 won't include SharePlay viewing at launch
Apple won't include SharePlay viewing in iOS 15 and other operating systems on launch, but it has addressed complaints about the Safari address bar.
Read MoreApple will reportedly begin hosting in-store classes again on August 30th
Apple is reportedly readying its first in-store educational classes since March, 2020.
Read MoreThe latest version of iCloud for Windows adds a full password manager
With version 12.5 of iCloud for Windows, Apple is adding a password manager.
Read MoreApple ordered to pay $300 million in LTE patent dispute
Apple has been ordered to pay $300 million to Optis for allegedly violating patents for LTE cellular tech.
Read MoreApple clarifies its sex abuse scans would look for 'images flagged in multiple countries'
Following pushback, Apple clarified that it would only utilize its proposed photo-scanning system to look for abusive images that have already "been flagged by clearinghouses in multiple countries."
Read MoreApple acknowledges 'confusion' over child safety updates
Apple's Craig Federighi has acknowledged there was "confusion" over the company's child safety updates, but believed the policy was right.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Understanding Apple’s child safety updates
Plus, Zoom, VR headsets, Star Trek and Honor's new flagship with outrageous camera specs.
Read MoreHomePods get spatial audio and Apple Music lossless support in latest beta
Apple previously said it would enable lossless playback on the speakers via an update.
Read MoreWhy Apple's child safety updates are so controversial
Apple is trying to balance child safety and privacy, but some privacy advocates say the company is going too far.
Read MoreAirPods will link with an Apple ID in iOS 15 to enable Find My support
Your Apple ID will be linked to your AirPods Pro and Max for easier finding.
Read MoreApple drops its lawsuit against maker of iPhone emulation software
Apple has settled its 2019 lawsuit with Corellium, a company that build virtual iOS devices used security researchers to find bugs in iOS devices.
Read MoreWhatsApp head says Apple's child safety update is a 'surveillance system'
Facebook's head of WhatsApp says he is "concerned" by Apple's child safety plans, calling it a "surveillance system."
Read MoreSenior Apple employee alleges sexism at work, is put on indefinite leave
Ashley Gjøvik, a senior engineering program manager with Apple, says she has spent months speaking with Apple about unsafe working conditions, sexism and a hostile work environment.
Read MoreApple announces new iPhone features to detect child sex abuse
Apple has published a post that provides more details on its efforts related to child safety.
Read MoreApple reportedly plans to begin scanning iPhones in the US for child abuse images (updated)
The 'neuralMatch' system would 'continuously' scan' US iPhones for illegal images, according to a new report.
Read MoreApple restores the dedicated 'Store' tab to its website
After going down briefly earlier today, Apple's website has returned with a new design that reintroduces a "Store" tab .
Read MoreApple's digital student IDs are coming to Canada and more US schools
n 2021, the University of New Brunswick and Sheridan College outside of Toronto will allow students to add their ID cards to Apple Wallet and use their iPhones and Apple Watches to access facilities and pay for food and other items and services across campus.
Read MoreApple's new Mac Pro GPUs promise a huge performance boost
Apple has replaced the Mac Pro's high-end GPUs with Radeon Pro W6000-series cards that promise huge leaps in graphics performance — and replace the original Vega cards.
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Apps (32)
Chrome beta's experimental cards help you resume recent tasks
Google has released a Chrome beta that uses cards to help you get back to recent tasks, like shopping or a document you were working on.
Read MoreStrava makes its location sharing safety feature free
Social fitness network Strava has made one of its most useful safety features available to all users.
Read MoreSpotify’s shared Blend playlists will rank your music compatibility with a friend
Each time you create a Blend playlist with a friend, Spotify will generate a match score, telling the two of you how close you are on your musical tastes.
Read MoreChicago sues DoorDash and GrubHub, alleging deceptive business practices
While the complaints point to alleged misconduct specific to each company, they broadly accuse DoorDash and GrubHub of employing a similar set of unfair business practices.
Read MoreElectrify America's charging station app finally supports Android Auto and CarPlay
Like the app you can download on your phone, the software allows you to find the location of all the approximately 650 charging stations the company operates across the US.
Read MoreGoPro Quik subscribers are getting unlimited cloud backups
The app will store photos and videos at their original quality for $10/year.
Read MoreTesla's redesigned iPhone app features two new home screen widgets
Tesla has released a major update to its iPhone app that packs widgets, car controls, a new design and improved 3D visuals and animations.
Read MoreDiscord music bot Groovy is going offline after YouTube crackdown
Google has pushed the Groovy Bot Discord bot offline.
Read MoreZoom's latest update includes gesture-activated reactions on iPad
Zoom's latest major update adds new features to meetings, chats and calls.
Read MoreOtter's transcription tech now supports Microsoft Teams, Google Meet and Webex
Otter's AI transcription tool has added support for Microsoft Teams, Google Meet and Cisco Webex.
Read MoreLumen's metabolism tracking app comes to the Apple Watch
Lumen says it can analyze your breath to test your metabolism. Now it's bringing that know-how to your watch for easier on-the-go testing.
Read MoreThe Morning After: WhatsApp might finally launch an iPad app
Today's headlines: Google has already discontinued the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a with 5G, A more powerful Apple Mac mini might land this fall and four new games come to the... Atari Lynx.
Read MoreDuolingo is adding a family plan and five more languages
The company is planning to release a math-learning app next year.
Read MorePoly Effects starts shipping Hector: The modular synth for your modular synth
The modular synth you can put inside your modular synth is now shipping.
Read MoreWaze with 'PAW Patrol' voices sounds like a chill car ride
You can now turn Waze navigation into a 'PAW Patrol' adventure — which could be either the best or worst thing ever for parents.
Read MoreAdobe brings more desktop Photoshop features to the iPad, including Magic Wand
The desktop app and Fresno for iPad are getting some upgrades too.
Read MoreHouse bill takes aim at iOS and Android app store competition
The Open App Markets Act is a companion to a Senate bill that was introduced earlier this week.
Read MoreWendy's plans 700 kitchens expressly for food delivery apps
The 'ghost kitchens' are coming to the UK, US and Canada.
Read MoreZoom's new Focus mode hides people who might distract you
Zoom has unveiled a new feature called Focus mode designed to keep students from distracting each in virtual classrooms.
Read MoreMedium's Partner Program will start paying writers for subscriber referrals
Medium has announced changes to its Partner Program, offering writers extra incentives for referring new subscribers.
Read MoreWhatsApp will let you transfer your chat history between Android and iOS
WhatsApp is introducing the ability to migrate your chat history between Android and iOS, starting with Samsung phones.
Read More1Password's latest major update is now available in early access on Macs
1Password has released the latest version of its desktop app to early access on Mac.
Read MoreNiantic buys LiDAR scanning app Scaniverse to create a 3D map of the world
Pokémon Go developer Niantic Labs has acquired Scaniverse, an app that allows iOS users to create and share 3D scans.
Read MoreVenmo credit card users can turn their cash back rewards into cryptocurrency
Most credit cards these days offer some kind of reward to users, whether it's a percentage of your spending in cash back, airline miles or some other perk. Venmo launched its own credit card last fall, and while it offers up to three percent cash back, the company is now letting users do something relatively unique with that refund. As of today, Venmo credit card users can automatically get that cash back in cryptocurrency.
Read MoreBarry’s latest fitness app supports on-camera workouts
Barry's new fitness app comes with on-demand and live workouts, as well as a camera feature that allows your instructor to see how you're doing.
Read MoreParallels 17 promises better M1 Mac performance and Windows 11 support
Parallels, the company best know for its virtualization software that lets you run Windows and Linux directly on your Mac, has had a busy year. In addition to building a version of Parallels that can run on Chrome OS for the first time, the company also had to figure out how to quickly make its software work with the new, ARM-based M1 Macs that arrived last fall. Now, Parallels Desktop 17 is being released with improved performance on M1 Macs, as well as full support for the upcoming macOS Monterey and Windows 11 operating systems.
Read MoreSpotify's iOS app won't get AirPlay 2 support anytime soon
The company cited 'audio driver compatibility issues' as the reason.
Read MoreYelp lets businesses list if they require proof of vaccination
Yelp will now allow shops and restaurants to list whether they require proof of vaccination from customers.
Read MoreIMDb TV now has standalone apps for Android and iOS in the US
IMDb's free, ad-support streaming service finally standalone mobile apps for iPhones, iPads and Android in the US.
Read MoreCrime alert app Citizen will connect users to safety agents for $20 a month
Protect agents can send emergency services to your location or just chat with you for peace of mind.
Read MoreWaze adds Halo's Master Chief as a navigation voice for a limited time
Master Chief is coming to Waze as part of a limited-time event to promote Halo Infinite.
Read MoreBandcamp will keep waiving its fees one day a month through the end of 2021
Artists and labels have earned $56 million from Bandcamp Fridays.
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South Korea will force Google and Apple to allow third-party payments
The law could have global ramifications as regulators wrestle with how to keep app store markets open.
Read MorePayPal may offer a stock-trading platform in the US
PayPal is "exploring" the idea of allowing its users to trade individual stocks.
Read MoreTesla applies to become an energy supplier in Texas
Tesla wants to sell electricity directly to consumers in Texas.
Read MoreElon Musk's humanoid robot is just another Tesla publicity stunt
It took Boston Dynamics nearly three decades to engineer their bipedal robots, Tesla thinks it can do the same in less than a year.
Read MoreXiaomi is slowly phasing out its Mi branding
Xiaomi will phase out its "Mi" branding over the coming months, with new products slated to carry the Xiaomi name instead.
Read MoreWalmart announces a delivery service for local retailers
It plans to use drones and self-driving cars to fulfill some orders through the GoLocal service.
Read MoreEA pledges not to sue over its accessibility patents and technologies
EA has announced that it's making a Patents Pledge, which gives rival developers free access to any of its accessibility-related technologies.
Read MorePayPal brings cryptocurrency trading to the UK
Users in the UK may feel more comfortable buying Bitcoin now that PayPal is offering it.
Read MorePayPal will no longer charge late fees for buy now, pay later purchases
PayPal will stop charging late fees for Pay in 4 purchases in the US starting on October 1st.
Read MoreIntel is giving up on its AI-powered RealSense cameras
Intel is closing its RealSense camera business to focus on its chip manufacturing efforts, although the technology won't disappear.
Read MoreQualcomm unveils its first 5G-capable reference drone
Qualcomm built a reference drone using its Flight RB5 5G platform that you can pre-order now.
Read MoreAirbnb drops sexual harassment and assault arbitration rules for guests and hosts
The company made a similar change for its employees in 2018.
Read MoreSenate bill would stop Apple and Google’s complete control over in-app payments
A bipartisan group of US senators has introduced legislation that seeks to reshape how app marketplaces operate in the US.
Read MoreSony closes $1.175 billion deal to buy Crunchyroll from AT&T
With the deal now closed, Sony Pictures CEO Tony Vinciquerra said the company's goal is to "create a unified anime subscription experience as soon as possible."
Read MoreRecord labels sue Charter over copyright infringement claims
Charter Communications has been sued by a group of major record labels who claim it has failed to address "flagrant and serial" music copyright infringement.
Read MoreTesla will require masks for all workers at its Nevada battery factory
Tesla will reportedly demand that all workers at its Nevada Gigafactory wear masks, representing a sharp contrast to its defiance in 2020.
Read MoreChina sues Tencent over WeChat's 'youth mode'
China has sued Tencent over WeChat's 'youth mode,' claiming the feature violates laws protecting children.
Read MoreElon Musk confirms Walter Isaacson is writing his biography
Walter Isaacson is currently writing an Elon Musk biography.
Read MoreAT&T finalizes spinoff of DirecTV into its own company
DirecTV is now its own company again after AT&T closed the deal with private equity firm TPG.
Read MoreSquare will pay $29 billion to acquire leading 'buy now, pay later' company Afterpay
Square has announced plans to pay $29 billion in stock for Afterpay, an Australian service that lets you pay for purchases over time with no interest.
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Amazon's Echo Show 5s are cheaper than ever starting at $45
Save big on Amazon's first- and second-gen Echo Show 5 smart displays.
Read MoreGoogle's Nest Audio smart speaker is on sale for $80 right now
Save $20 on Google's Nest Audio smart speaker at Best Buy and B&H Photo.
Read MoreAmazon's 2nd-gen Echo Buds are on sale for $90
Amazon has dropped the price of its latest Echo Buds to just $90 as part of a sale.
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle Paperwhite drops to all-time low price of $71 in one-day sale
Amazon's Kindle Paperwhite is down to a new low of $71 in a one-day sale.
Read MoreApple's MacBook Pro M1 is $200 off, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include $200 off the Apple MacBook Pro M1, $59 off the Apple Watch SE and $50 off the August WiFi smart lock.
Read MoreApple's MacBook Air M1 drops back down to $850 at Amazon
Save big on Apple's MacBook Air M1 laptop at Amazon.
Read MoreRazer's Blade 15 Advanced is $900 off in Amazon's one-day sale
Save big on Razer gaming devices at Amazon in a new one-day-only sale.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch SE (44mm with cellular) is down to $300 at Amazon
Save up to $59 on the Apple Watch SE at Amazon right now.
Read MoreAugust's WiFi smart lock drops to $179 at Wellbots
Get $50 off August's WiFi smart lock at Wellbots.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Pro fall to $180, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include Apple's AirPods Pro for $180, Amazon's Echo Dot for $35 and the Kindle Paperwhite for $80.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Buds Pro are 37 percent off at B&H Photo
Save big on Samsung's Galaxy Buds Pro true wireless earbuds in B&H Photo's limited-time sale.
Read MoreAmazon's one-day sale knocks up to 35 percent off Lexar microSD cards
Save up to 35 percent on Lexar SD cards, microSD cards and SSDs in Amazon's latest one-day sale.
Read MoreRoku devices are back on sale at Amazon, including the Streambar for $99
Save big on Roku streaming devices at Amazon -- the Roku Streambar is down to $99 and the Streaming Stick+ is on sale for $40.
Read MoreThe NVIDIA Shield TV drops back down to $130
NVIDIA's Shield TV is on sale for $130, or $20 off its normal price.
Read MoreThe best Nintendo Switch accessories you can buy
Here's a list of the best accessories for the Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo Switch Lite, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Read MoreApple's MacBook Pro M1 is $200 off right now at Amazon
Save $200 on Apple's MacBook Pro M1 laptop at Amazon.
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle Paperwhite is on sale for a record low of $80 right now
Save big on Kindle devices at Amazon -- get the Kindle Paperwhite for only $80 and the regular Kindle for $65.
Read MoreAmazon's Fire and Fire Kids tablets are on sale for up to 40 percent off
Amazon is offering discounts of up to 40 percent on its range of Fire tablets including those for kids.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Pro fall back to $180
Apple's AirPods Pro are on sale at Amazon for their second lowest price ever thanks to a new deal on the wireless earbuds.
Read MoreAmazon's Fire TV Cube is back on sale for $100
Amazon's Fire TV Cube has been discounted to $100, and you'll also find deals for Fire TV Stick models.
Read MoreiRobot's high-end Roomba i7+ and S9+ are up to $150 off at Wellbots
Save up to $150 on high-end Roomba robot vacuums at Wellbots.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: $100 off the Apple Watch Series 6 and more
This week's best tech deals include $100 off the Apple Watch Series 6 Product Red Edition, $100 off the Mac Mini M1 and $60 off Apple's AirPods Pro.
Read MoreBest Buy discounts Surface laptops, Galaxy tablets in its latest weekend sale
Save big on laptops, tablets, cameras and more in Best Buy's 3-day anniversary sale.
Read MoreApple's Mac Mini M1 is back down to $600 at Amazon
You can snag the tiny desktop system with 256GB of storage for $100 less than usual.
Read MoreAmazon knocks $120 off Lenovo's excellent Flex 5 Chromebook
Save big on Lenovo's Flex 5 Chromebook at Amazon -- get it for $310, or $120 off its normal price.
Read MoreThe latest Apple TV HD drops to a record low of $130 at Amazon
Save $20 on the Apple TV HD with the latest Siri remote at Amazon.
Read MoreAnova's Nano sous-vide cooker drops to $99 at Amazon and Best Buy
Save big on Anova's Precision Cooker Nano at Amazon and Best Buy, where you can get it for $99.
Read MoreThe Beats Studio Buds drop to a new record low of $130
The Beats Studio Buds receive their first discount since launch -- save $20 on the earbuds at Amazon.
Read MoreApple's AirPods with the wireless charging case are on sale for $130
Save big on Apple's AirPods at Amazon -- the earbuds with their wireless charging case are down to $130.
Read MoreThis week's best deals: $70 off Sony's WH-1000XM4 headphones, and more
This week's best tech deals include $150 off the Apple MacBook Air M1, an all-time low on Jabra's Elite 85h over-ears and $100 off the 512GB Mac Mini M1.
Read MoreJabra's Elite 85h ANC headphones fall back to $150 on Amazon
Jabra's Elite 85h headphones are available for $150 on Amazon once again.
Read MoreGoogle's latest mesh WiFi system hits an all-time low for a three-pack
A trio of nodes currently costs $149 on Amazon.
Read MoreFirst-gen Echo Show 5 returns to an all-time low of $45 on Amazon
You can now grab the first-gen Echo Show 5 for $45 on Amazon.
Read MoreApple's 512GB M1 Mac Mini falls back to $799 at Amazon
Apple's Mac Mini M1 2020 desktop is available at Amazon for a record low price of $799.
Read MoreSony's WH-1000XM4 ANC headphones fall back to $278 at Amazon
Sony's WH-1000XM4 headphones are back down to an all-time low price of $278 thanks to a new deal at Amazon.
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Computing (1)
Intel has a plan to go beyond 3nm chips
Intel revealed a rebrand of their node names, and an aggressive new roadmap that ends with inconceivably tiny 18-angstrom transistors.
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Cybersecurity (30)
Coinbase mistakenly told 125,000 users their 2FA settings had changed
The error reportedly prompted at least one person to sell their crypto holdings.
Read MoreBelarusian hackers are trying to overthrow the Lukashenko regime
A group of hackers in Belarus infiltrated almost every part of the the country's authoritarian government in a bid to overthrow the Lukashenko regime.
Read MoreT-Mobile CEO apologizes for data breach, announces security partnership with Mandiant
T-Mobile says it's "truly sorry" about the data breach that exposed the personal information of more than 54 million customers.
Read MoreMicrosoft Azure flaw left thousands of cloud customers' data vulnerable
A vulnerability in Microsoft's Azure cloud computing service left several thousand customers susceptible to cyberattacks.
Read MoreT-Mobile hacker says the carrier's security is 'awful'
The hacker reportedly behind the T-Mobile hack says the carrier has 'awful' security that made it easy to obtain customer data.
Read MorePalantir glitch allegedly granted some FBI staff unauthorized access to a crypto hacker's data
A glitch in Palantir's software allowed unauthorized FBI staff to access an accused hacker's private data
Read MoreGoogle and Microsoft will invest $30 billion in cybersecurity over the next five years
That's $10 billion from Google, $20 billion from Microsoft and $0 billion from Apple.
Read MorePresident Biden is meeting with Apple, Google and Microsoft on cybersecurity
President Biden will talk with Apple, Google, Microsoft and other tech firms to address the 'root causes' of cyberattacks.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Crypto heist hacker returns all $610 million they stole
Today's headlines: Crypto heist hacker returns all $610 million they stole, A Razer mouse can bypass WIndows security just by being plugged in, Finally, the 'Stardew Valley' esports tournament is a thing.
Read MoreData leak exposed 38 million records, including COVID-19 vaccination statuses
A Microsoft misconfiguration reportedly left data from more than 1,000 web apps in the open.
Read MorePoly Network says it has recovered all $610 million it lost in cryptocurrency heist
One of the most unusual cryptocurrency heists in recent memory has come to a close.
Read MoreRazer is fixing a serious Windows security flaw caused by its mice
A rather unusual vulnerability in Razer mice has been identified and the company is currently working on a fix. Over the weekend, security researcher Jon Hat posted on Twitter that after plugging in a Razer mouse or dongle, Windows Update will download the Razer installer executable and run it with SYSTEM privileges. It also lets you access the Windows file explorer and Powershell with "elevated" privileges — which essentially means someone with physical access to the computer could install harmful software.
Read MoreClubhouse removed personal info from Afghan users' accounts as a safety measure
Earlier this week, Facebook introduced tools to help people in Afghanistan lock down their accounts. Clubhouse, the social audio app, is doing the same thing. The company announced on Twitter that it was proactively making some changes to the privacy settings for users in Afghanistan. Specifically, for users who "haven't been active," Clubhouse is hiding their photo and bio and making it harder to find the accounts in search.
Read MoreChina's new user data protection law goes into effect on November 1st
The newly enacted Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) lays out a comprehensive set of rules around how companies collect, process and protect user data.
Read MoreResearchers say they built a CSAM detection system like Apple's and discovered flaws
Two Princeton University academics say they know the tool Apple built is open to abuse because they spent years developing almost precisely the same system.
Read MoreT-Mobile says data for 6 million additional customers was compromised in breach
The company is still investigating the attack, which has now impacted more than 54 million people's data.
Read MoreHackers steal $97 million from Japan's Liquid crypto exchange
Hackers have stolen almost $100 million in cryptocurrency from digital wallets held by Japan's Liquid exchange.
Read MoreBlackBerry QNX flaw left cars and medical devices vulnerable to attack
BlackBerry and CISA issued a warning that the QNX operating system is affected by a BadAlloc vulnerability.
Read MoreT-Mobile confirms data breach affects over 47 million people
T-Mobile has confirmed that 47.8 million current and former or prospective customers had their info stolen as part of a cyberattack on the carrier's systems.
Read MoreResearcher says a US terrorist watchlist was exposed online for three weeks
The FBI's Terrorist Screening Center (TSC) may have exposed the records of nearly 2 million individuals and left them accessible online for three weeks.
Read MoreT-Mobile confirms unauthorized access to 'some' data
T-Mobile has confirmed it's investigating a cybersecurity incident.
Read MoreWikipedia vandal adds swastikas to 53,000 pages
Admins swiftly fixed the issue and banned the user behind the attack.
Read MoreT-Mobile investigates claims of giant customer data breach
T-Mobile is looking into a data breach that might have compromised sensitive data for over 100 million customers.
Read MoreHuawei accused of pressuring US firm into installing a data backdoor
Huawei has been accused of pushing a US company into installing a data backdoor for a Pakistani project, but the truth isn't clear.
Read MorePoly Network offers $500,000 reward to crypto hacker who returned stolen assets
Poly Network has offered the hacker who stole $611 million in crypto from its finance platform a bug bounty reward.
Read MoreThe hacker behind a giant cryptocurrency heist is returning stolen funds
A hacker stole over $600 million in cryptocurrency, but has promptly started returning funds after apparently being caught.
Read MoreNYPD secretly spent $159 million on surveillance tech
Documents show the department paid millions for facial recognition, vans equipped with x-ray machines and more.
Read MoreGigabyte is the latest major PC maker to suffer a ransomware attack
Gigabyte has fallen prey to a ransomware attack just months after its rival Acer.
Read MoreSenate report warns of glaring cybersecurity holes at federal agencies
A new report from the Senate Homeland Security Committee found glaring cybersecurity holes at several federal agencies.
Read MoreZoom will pay $85 million to settle lawsuit over privacy and 'zoombombing'
Zoom has agreed to pay $85 million to settle a lawsuit over both privacy and 'zoombombing.'
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Entertainment (5)
Kanye West's new album 'Donda' arrives on a remix-it-yourself gadget
Kanye West has introduced a Stem Player music-making gadget that can mix the core ingredients of songs, including those from 'Donda.'
Read MoreAMC theaters will start accepting Bitcoin this year
AMC has announced that it will accept Bitcoin payments for tickets and snacks at US theaters by the end of 2021.
Read MoreSubstack signs a slate of big-name comics creators
After jumping into comics earlier this year, Substack is entering in a bigger way by signing several major creators to its platform.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Disney’s immersive Star Wars experience is really expensive
Today's headlines: President Biden wants half of new vehicles to be zero-emissions by 2030, Apple announces new iPhone features to detect child sex abuse, and Disney's immersive Star Wars experience is really expensive.
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EVs and Transportation (40)
You can now shop for e-bikes and electric scooters at Best Buy
Best Buy is jumping on the e-bike bandwagon.
Read MoreHyundai's next robotaxi is an upgraded Ioniq 5 EV
Hyundai's Ioniq 5 electric car will be Motional's first commercial robotaxi, hitting the streets in 2023 with help from Lyft.
Read MoreChinese battery maker says it's ready to produce cobalt-free EV power packs at scale
A Chinese company called SVOLT claims it's ready to start producing a cobalt-free battery at scale.
Read MoreA power surge shut down half of NYC's subways for five hours
Half of NYC's subway system shut down for five hours last Sunday thanks to a power surge
Read MoreVW customers will soon have a choice for in-car 4G connectivity
Volkswagen has unveiled a new feature for its Car-Net connected vehicle service that lets you get 4G data from two major US telecoms.
Read MoreToyota pulls self-driving e-Palettes from the Paralympics following a crash
One of Toyota's e-Palette vehicles hit an athlete at the Tokyo Paralympic Games. The athlete was injured but is still expected to compete Saturday.
Read MoreWaymo will stop selling its self-driving LiDAR sensors to other companies
Alphabet's Waymo plans to halt sales of its LiDARs to third-parties.
Read MoreThe first crewless electric cargo ship begins its maiden voyage this year
Yara plans to sail the first crewless electric cargo ship by the end of 2021.
Read MoreLucid is offering two variants of its Air Dream Edition luxury EV
Lucid is giving Air Dream Edition customers the choice between two EV variants: a Performance or Range version.
Read MoreWaymo opens its self-driving taxis to 'Trusted Testers' in San Francisco
Alphabet's fully autonomous driving unit Waymo is ready to offer rides to select passengers in San Francisco.
Read MoreFirst look: Cadillac’s luxury EV debut seems like a winner
Automaker Cadillac is readying its very first electric Caddy, the Lyriq, for production. While we can't vouch for how well it drives, it certainly looks the part.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How Tesla engineers solved the problem of exploding EV batteries
As journalist Tim Higgins explains in his new book, Power Play, back in the early aughts, Tesla's engineering team had to overcome a difficult challenge: keeping the first iterations of its EVs from randomly exploding.
Read MoreGM expands fire risk recall to cover all Chevy Bolts sold worldwide
GM's Chevy Bolt recall now covers all models it's ever sold worldwide.
Read MoreWaymo's autonomous vehicles have clocked 20 million miles on public roads
The company provided an update on its self-driving program.
Read MoreBird unveils a $2,299 electric bike you can own
The Bird Bike is now available for US$2,299.
Read MoreSenators urge FTC to investigate Tesla's Autopilot and self-driving claims
Sens. Markey and Blumenthal accused the company of 'misleading advertising and marketing.'
Read MoreEV safaris promise cleaner, quieter wildlife tours
Go on safari in Kenya and you might hop aboard an EV that's quiet enough to let you see the wildlife without disturbing it.
Read MoreHoloride’s in-car VR gaming system leaves the track for the real world
Holoride's VR gaming system for passengers caught our attention at CES when we were given a ride in an Audi on a track. The company is back and this time they demoed two games and threw off the shackles of the track for the real world.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Tesla’s Autopilot is now under federal investigation
Intel reveals its plans to challenge AMD and NVIDIA, Jeff Bezos sues NASA (again) and the return of YikYak.
Read MoreGM will reportedly replace Chevy Bolt battery modules to reduce fire risk
According to Electrek, GM has informed some Chevy Bolt EV owners that it will replace all the modules in their batteries with new ones.
Read MoreTesla's Autopilot is under federal investigation following crashes
The NHTSA probe is looking into collisions with emergency vehicles.
Read MoreLamborghini's Countach LPI 800-4 is an 802-horsepower hybrid supercar
After all the leaks and teases, Lamborghini has finally announced its new hybrid-engine Countach.
Read MoreWant a 1972 Ford Bronco turned into an EV? It'll cost you $380,000
If you have at least $260,000 in the bank, this company will build a 1972 Bronco into an EV.
Read MoreThe entry-level Polestar 2 with a single motor will start at $45,900
The 2022 Polestar 2 will include a lower-priced single-motor version that starts at $45,900 despite having the best range of the lineup.
Read MoreFoxconn plans to build EV factories in the US and Thailand in 2022
The company is reportedly in talks with three states, including Wisconsin.
Read MoreChevy shows off four-wheel steering on its upcoming Silverado EV
Chevrolet on Wednesday shared a sneak peak of its all-wheel steering trick arriving with the upcoming Silverado EV.
Read MoreFord delays Mach E orders due to the global chip shortage
Affected owners will get 250kWh worth of extra charging as a make-good.
Read MoreAudi's Skysphere concept EV roadster can transform into a grand tourer
Audi has just come out with one of the wildest EV concept ideas yet: A convertible roadster that extends its wheelbase to transform into a grand tourer.
Read MoreHyundai's Motional will start testing its robotaxi in Los Angeles this month
The tests will initially take place in and around Santa Monica.
Read MoreRenault and China's Geely will form a hybrid-focused joint venture in Asia
They'll focus on China and South Korea at the outset.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Tesla delays another vehicle to 2022
Today's headlines: Tesla delays another vehicle to 2022, Rocket Lab will launch its first Moon mission in late 2021, and even a social network for doctors is struggling with vaccine misinformation.
Read MoreTesla quietly delays Cybertruck to 2022
Tesla has quietly pushed back the Cybertruck release to 2022 as its electric pickup suffers production challenges.
Read MoreAudi off-road hybrid completes endurance test ahead of Dakar Rally
Audi's RS Q E-Tron hybrid off-road racer completed an eight-day endurance test in Spain in realistic conditions.
Read MoreDetroit lets automakers test smart parking technology in a real garage
It's another step on the road to a car that'll schlep itself off to park while you enjoy your day.
Read MorePresident Biden wants half of new vehicles to be zero-emissions by 2030
President Biden is signing an order that aims to make half of all new vehicles sold zero-emissions capable by 2030, including pure EVs and plug-in hybrids.
Read MoreThe 2021 New York International Auto Show is canceled
Organizers blamed increasing restrictions around the COVID-19 Delta variant for the cancelation.
Read MoreBird tests geofencing system to slow scooters in pedestrian-heavy areas
Bird has introduced Community Safety Zones, a feature that uses geofencing to cap the speeds of its scooters in certain areas automatically.
Read MoreNissan's Leaf S is now the cheapest EV in the US at $27,400
Nissan has unveiled its 2022 Leaf with more features and a lower base price tag that makes it the cheapest EV in the US.
Read MoreBipartisan infrastructure bill could require cars to include anti-drunk driving technology
Nestled in President Biden's sprawling 2,702-page Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is a provision that could one day require vehicles sold in the US to come with alcohol-detection systems.
Read MoreAudi e-tron GT first drive: Beauty and performance in an impressive EV
We got a chance to drive both the regular 2022 e-tron GT and its performance variant, the RS e-tron GT, in Southern California.
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Gaming (58)
Punishing platformer 'Ghostrunner' adds accessibility mode
One More Level is adding a new feature called Assist Mode to its tough-as-nails platformer.
Read MoreEA dips back into college football with Campus Legends event in Madden NFL 22
Ten college teams feature in the mode, which runs until September 27th.
Read More‘NBA 2K22’ enhancements include tweaks to dribbling, blocking and shooting
With NBA 2K22's September 10th release date fast approaching, 2K has shared a first look at the game's PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S version.
Read More‘Dead Space’ fans can get a sneak peek at the remake today
EA's Motive Studios will offer an early look at its upcoming Dead Space remake during a Twitch stream scheduled for 1PM ET.
Read MoreThe Morning After: China slashes kids’ gaming time to three hours a week,
Today's headlines: Apple is building a classical music streaming app, China further slashes kids' gaming time to just three hours a week, Jon Stewart's Apple TV+ show premieres on September 30th.
Read MoreTwitch streamer DrLupo is defecting to YouTube Gaming
Twitch has lost one of its most popular and well-liked stars to one of its rivals.
Read MoreApple Arcade is getting an exclusive Lego Star Wars game
Real-time strategy title 'Lego Star Wars Battles' will arrive on the service soon.
Read MoreChina further slashes kids’ gaming time to just three hours a week
Chinese leaders have said video games are a form of 'spiritual opium', one which they want to crack down on.
Read More'Overwatch' hero McCree will be renamed in response to sexual harassment lawsuit
Blizzard is changing the name of McCree in 'Overwatch' after his real-life namesake left the company following its sexual harassment scandal.
Read MoreTime Magazine created a virtual Martin Luther King Jr. museum inside of 'Fortnite'
March Through Time is an interactive exhibit inside of Fortnite that tells the story of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic I Have a Dream speech.
Read More'NBA 2K22' will offer a much-improved WNBA mode
'NBA 2K22' will launch with an upgraded WNBA mode, including better player progression and more online features.
Read MoreAmazon Prime Gaming's free titles for September include 'Knockout City'
Amazon is adding more titles to the list Prime Gaming subscribers can claim for free starting on September 1st.
Read MoreNiantic reinstates at least one of Pokémon Go’s COVID-era tweaks
Niantic has widened the interaction distance for Pokéstops back up to 80 meters.
Read MoreWatch Gamescom's Opening Night Live 2021 in under 18 minutes
Watch the highlights from Gamescom's Opening Night Live 2021, as curated by the Engadget staff.
Read MoreSifu's slick kung fu battles arrive on PlayStation and PC February 22nd
The latest trailer offers a look at some of the locations where you'll beat up enemies.
Read More'Jurassic World Evolution 2' brings dino world-building to PC and consoles November 9th
The park-management sim is almost ready for opening day.
Read MorePortal shooter 'Splitgate' launches Season 0, a bigger, better beta
Splitgate is launching its Season 0 beta today.
Read More'Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga' will arrive in spring 2022
A new trailer shows off more gameplay, including some iconic Star Wars moments and some of the 300+ playable characters.
Read More'Marvel's Midnight Suns' is a turn-based RPG from the creators of XCOM
The team behind XCOM has unveiled 'Marvel's Midnight Suns,' a turn-based RPG with superheroes like Blade and Wolverine working together.
Read MoreSaints Row gets a gritty reboot set in the 'weird west'
The re-booted 'Saints Row' will let you turn to a life of crime to pay off your student loans.
Read MoreSouth Korea to end its controversial gaming curfew
South Korea is finally ending its controversial gaming curfew law.
Read MoreWatch Gamescom's Opening Night Live here at 2PM ET
Swing by for updates on 'Call of Duty: Vanguard,' 'Far Cry 6,' 'Genshin Impact' and much more.
Read MoreCalifornia expands Activision Blizzard lawsuit to include temporary workers
The California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) has expanded the scope of its sexual harassment and discrimination lawsuit against Activision Blizzard to include temporary workers.
Read MorePint-sized 'Pac-Man' and 'PAW Patrol' arcade machines for kids are on the way
The Arcade1Up Jr. machines each feature a trio of games.
Read More‘Destiny 2’ The Witch Queen expansion heads to PC and consoles on February 22nd, 2022
The Witch Queen, Destiny's 2 long-awaited fourth expansion, will launch on February 22nd, 2022, Bungie announced on Tuesday.
Read More'League of Legends' World Championship moves from China to Europe due to COVID-19
Riot cited travel complications amid the rapid spread of the COVID-19 Delta variant.
Read MoreStardew Valley's creator is running a $40,000 esports tournament next month
Competitors will farm, mine and fish their way to glory on Labor Day weekend.
Read MoreFour new games land on... the Atari Lynx
The Atari Lynx never enjoyed the success of its handheld rivals from Sega and Nintendo, but it's enjoying a new life thanks to a dedicated gang of indie developers.
Read MoreRhythm game 'Tetris Beat' is now available on Apple Arcade
Tetris Beat adds rhythm elements to the classic line-clearing formula.
Read MoreBethesda is releasing a 10th anniversary edition of 'Skyrim'
Bethesda is releasing yet another version of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, this time to celebrate the popular title's 10th anniversary.
Read More'Call of Duty: Vanguard' first look: Taking the series back to WWII
Call of Duty: Vanguard lands on past and current generation consoles, as well as PC, on November 5th.
Read More'NHL 22' finally moves the series to EA's Frostbite engine
The latest edition of the hockey sim arrives on October 15th with graphics and gameplay upgrades.
Read More'Splitgate', the FPS with portals, has shot past 10 million downloads
Splitgate, a free-to-play arena shooter with portals, has hit 10 million downloads and will stay in open beta indefenitely.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Fortnite’s new game mode sounds a lot like ‘Among Us’
Today's headlines: Fortnite's new game mode looks a lot like 'Among Us', Swiss university claims it broke the record for Pi calculation, Activision drops 'Call of Duty: Vanguard' teaser ahead of official reveal.
Read More'Fortnite' adds a limited-time Among Us-like mode
The action takes place in a new interior map called The Bridge. The agents need to complete various tasks so that they can safely get to the end of the match.
Read MoreAstro teams up with Timbuk2 to build the ultimate gamer bags
Astro Gaming and messenger bag company Timbuk2 have built packs just for your gaming stuff.
Read MoreActivision drops 'Call of Duty: Vanguard' teaser ahead of official reveal
Activision has released a teaser for Call of Duty: Vanguard.
Read More'Madden NFL' now has a soundtrack album
'Madden NFL 22' will have the series' first soundtrack album, including tracks from Swae Lee and Tierra Whack.
Read More‘Castlevania: Grimoire of Souls’ will soon be revived on Apple Arcade
The latest game in the iconic series had a soft launch in 2019 before disappearing.
Read More'Not Tonight 2' tackles capitalism and political greed in an 'alternative' US
The sequel to the original anti-Brexit sim arrives later this year.
Read More'Hades' is coming to Xbox and PlayStation on August 13th
One of the best games of last year will soon be available outside of PC and Switch.
Read MoreActivision Blizzard loses three senior designers amid sexual harassment lawsuit
Activision Blizzard has lost three senior game designers as it grapples with accusations of sexual harassment and gender discrimination.
Read More'Nerf Legends' arena shooter brings the iconic blasters to console and PC
'Nerf Legends' is a first-person shooter for consoles and PC featuring Hasbro's foam blasters.
Read More'Life is Strange: Remastered Collection' delayed until early 2022
'Life is Strange: True Colors' is still on track for September 10th, with DLC following soon after.
Read More‘Journey to the Savage Planet’ developers reform after Google shut them down
The team behind 'Savage Planet' have reformed a new studio after Google bought and shut the last one down.
Read More'Diablo II: Resurrected' open beta begins on August 20th
Blizzard will hold two separate early access weekends ahead of Diablo II Resurrected's Septemeber 23rd release date.
Read MoreRetro Games is making a mini version of the Amiga 500
In Europe, where the Amiga 500 was one of the biggest-selling computers of its day, it'll be a very big deal.
Read More'Evil Dead: The Game' is delayed until February 2022
'Evil Dead: The Game' is slightly delayed to February 2022 so the developers can add polish and implement a single-player option.
Read MoreWhat you'll get in the 'Back 4 Blood' open beta
This one is for Left 4 Dead fans and newcomers to the zombie shooter genre.
Read MoreInside the sexual harassment lawsuit at Activision Blizzard
A lot has happened in just two weeks, and the filings are piling up.
Read MoreTencent limits how long kids can play its flagship game, 'Honor of Kings'
Tencent has capped playing time for minors on 'Honor of Kings' in China to one hour during weekdays and two hours on holidays.
Read More'Diablo Immortal' has been postponed until 2022
Blizzard's mobile action RPG needs some spit-shine.
Read MoreActivision Blizzard faces an investor lawsuit stemming from its discrimination case
A harassment and discrimination lawsuit from the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) isn't the only legal battle Activision Blizzard has to worry about anymore.
Read MoreBlizzard president 'steps down' amid sexual discrimination and harassment lawsuit
Blizzard studio leader J. Allen Brack has stepped down after being named in a lawsuit over sexual discrimination and harassment.
Read MoreThe next 'Rainbow Six Siege' event is a teaser for 'Extraction'
From August 3rd-24th, you can try to destroy or defend alien nests.
Read MoreR2-D2 is now a Tamagotchi you’ll forget about
You can play holochess with the Star Wars droid starting on November 11th.
Read MoreThe next 'Fortnite' concert stars Ariana Grande
Ariana Grande will perform a virtual concert series in 'Fortnite' starting on August 6th.
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Google (30)
Google delays mandatory return to office until January 2022
Google won't require workers to return to the office until January 10th, 2022 — voluntary returns will last a few months more.
Read MoreGoogle adds shipping and return labels to product listings in search and shopping tool
With the holiday season quickly approaching, Google plans to surface the shipping and return policies of stores that list items on its platforms to help consumers quickly find out if they can get free delivery and returns on their purchases.
Read MoreGoogle Calendar can show how much of your time is taken up by meetings
The Time Insights feature is rolling out to certain Google Workspace accounts.
Read MoreGoogle reportedly offered Netflix a special discount on Play Store fees
An unsealed lawsuit accuses Google of offering Netflix a sweeter deal on Play Store fees to keep it quiet.
Read MoreGoogle takes potshots at Jony Ive in Pixel 5a ad about headphone jacks
Google turns to a Jony Ive impersonator to sell people on the Pixel 5a.
Read MoreGoogle brings Smart Replies to comments in Docs
Swiftly respond to suggestions from your co-workers and bosses.
Read MoreGoogle will tailor Play Store ratings based on location starting in November
"This will give users a better impression of the experience that they can expect for the device they're using," according to Google.
Read MoreGoogle is shutting down the Android Auto phone app
Android Auto is best-known as a way to access your phone through a car's dashboard — this lets you easily access Google Maps, music apps and data without needing to use your phone. But for years now, Google has also offered an Android Auto experience directly on a phone, for people who don't have a compatible dashboard unit. More recently, Google has also been working on an "Assistant driving mode" (pictured above) that arrived earlier this year after a few delays. Now that Google Assistant driving mode is finished, though, the company will stop offering the old Android Auto experience on phones running Android 12.
Read MoreGoogle has already discontinued the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a with 5G
Google just released the excellent and relatively inexpensive Pixel 5a, and the company has also already given us a look at the upcoming Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. So you could easily guess that the Pixel 5 is not long for this world, and you'd be right. According to a statement received by DigitalTrends, Google is done selling the Pixel 5 as well as the Pixel 4a 5G.
Read MoreYouTube Premium members can get three free months of Stadia Pro
Google has started a new promotion to entice YouTube Premium subscribers to check out its Stadia Pro service.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 6 won't have a charger in the box
Google has confirmed that the Pixel 6 won't include a charger — the Pixel 5a will be the last phone with a bundled brick.
Read MoreGoogle Maps now shows Bird e-bike and scooter rentals, too
Google Maps will show Bird e-bike and scooter rentals, much like it already does for Bird's various competitors.
Read MoreGoogle Maps will show you the nearest available Spin e-bike or scooter
Google Maps has integrated with Spin to help users find its e-scooters and e-bikes.
Read MoreITC judge preliminarily rules Google infringed on five Sonos patents
Sonos has won an early victory in its ongoing legal battle with Google.
Read MoreGoogle makes Meet moderation easier by allowing up to 25 people to co-host
Google has a new moderation solution for its Meet app with a feature that allows you to have up to 25 co-hosts in a meeting
Read MoreGoogle's Nest Hub will display air quality levels as wildfire season continues
Google is updating its Nest Hub displays with a new feature that displays the air quality index (AQI).
Read MoreGoogle banned a location-tracking company that sold users' data
The CDC and 'New York Times' are among SafeGraph's customers.
Read MoreGoogle Assistant has a morning routine for schoolchildren
Google is adding tools to help kids get back to school, including a morning checklist on Nest Hubs and a periodic table in web searches.
Read MoreGoogle's new safety measures are designed to protect kids on YouTube, Search and more
Google has announced changes to YouTube, Search and its other apps designed to make them safer for kids.
Read MoreGoogle simplifies its Titan security key lineup
The Bluetooth model is no more, it has made space for an all-NFC range.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Digging into Google Tensor and the Pixel 6
This week, Cherlynn and guest co-host Terrence O'Brien are joined by Lisa Eadicicco to discuss Google's chip Tensor and the Pixel 6.
Read MoreGoogle's new Nest Cam and Doorbell can run on batteries
It also announced a Nest Cam with a floodlight and a second-gen wired Nest Cam.
Read MoreGoogle leak gave us a glimpse of its upcoming Nest cameras and doorbells
Apparently, the tech giant will launch a battery-powered Nest camera good for indoors and outdoors, another camera that comes with floodlights and a wired camera for indoors.
Read MoreGoogle Maps for iOS gets dark mode and new location sharing features
Google Maps' latest update for iOS brings widgets, live location tracking and a dark mode to the popular app.
Read MoreChrome OS update adds a dedicated Google Meet app and eSIM support
Chrome OS devices now come with built-in Google Meet and support eSIMs.
Read MoreGoogle’s own mobile chip is called Tensor
Google's head of hardware Rick Osterloh explains how the company's first custom designed chip, Tensor, is all about AI.
Read MoreGoogle’s Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will use AI everywhere
A first look at Google's upcoming Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro flagships, which will launch with the company's first mobile processor.
Read MoreGoogle is now offering a permanent Chromecast and Stadia Controller bundle
After offering it for a limited-time discount, Google is now selling the Stadia Controller and Chromecast with Google TV as a permanent bundle.
Read MoreYouTube suspends Sky News Australia uploads over COVID-19 misinformation
YouTube has blocked Sky News Australia from uploading videos for a week over COVID-19 misinformation.
Read MoreGoogle won't let you sign in with very old Android versions after September 27th
Google is cutting off the last support for old Android versions by blocking them from signing into key apps after September 27th.
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Laptops (1)
HP's latest detachable Chromebook uses the Snapdragon 7c chipset
The company also unveiled a new monitor and a Chrome OS-powered all-in-one.
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Meta (23)
Facebook will reduce political content in the News Feed starting today
You might see fewer posts about current events as well.
Read MoreA year later, we now know more about Facebook's Project Aria AR glasses
A year later, we now know more about Facebook's Project Aria AR glasses, thanks to regulatory filings.
Read MoreFacebook is reportedly mulling a commission to advise on elections
Facebook is reportedly considering forming a commission to advise on global election-related issues.
Read MoreFacebook Messenger marks 10th anniversary with birthday-themed features
Facebook's first messaging app is officially 10 years old, and the company is celebrating the occasion with a handful of new features and birthday-themed updates.
Read MoreYou can now buy the $299 Oculus Quest 2 with 128GB of storage
Facebook's new 128GB model of the Oculus Quest 2 is now available to buy
Read MoreFacebook test brings voice and video calls back to its main app
Facebook has started testing a feature that gives users a way to place voice and video calls from within the main app itself, according to Bloomberg.
Read MoreFacebook releases Q1 'widely viewed content' report following criticism
On Friday, the New York Times published a report saying that it had seen Facebook's "widely viewed content" report for Q1 of 2021 and that it showed different trends from what the company revealed in its Q2 report.
Read MoreFacebook launches tool to help people in Afghanistan lock down their accounts
Facebook's introducing new tools to help people in Afghanistan lock down their accounts' privacy settings.
Read MoreFTC files amended antitrust complaint against Facebook
True to that maxim, Facebook has systematically tracked potential rivals and acquired companies that it viewed as serious competitive threats.
Read MoreFacebook gets VR meetings right with Horizon Workrooms
Horizon Workrooms is Facebook's first major attempt to solve VR collaboration.
Read MoreFacebook cracks down on vaccine misinformation ‘superspreaders’
Facebook says it has banned more than 36 accounts, groups, and Pages associated with vaccine misinformation "superspreaders."
Read MoreFacebook has banned 3,000 accounts for COVID-19 and vaccine misinformation
Facebook has banned 3,000 accounts for sharing COVID-19 and vaccine misinformation since the start of the pandemic.
Read MoreResearchers shut down Instagram study following backlash from Facebook
AlgorithmWatch, a group of researchers who had been studying how Instagram's opaque algorithms works, say they were recently forced to discontinue their work after Facebook threatened legal action.
Read MoreWhy is Facebook so bad at countering vaccine misinformation?
While Facebook has tired to quash health misinformation during the pandemic, its previously lax stance on vaccine misinformation could be making that more difficult.
Read MoreFacebook delays office re-opening to January 2022
Facebook employees will be working from home at least until the end of the year.
Read MoreFacebook may be forced to sell Giphy following UK regulator findings
Facebook's acquisition of GIF-sharing platform Giphy raises competition concerns within social media and advertising, the UK's competition regulator has found.
Read MoreFacebook caught a marketing firm paying influencers to criticize COVID-19 vaccines
Facebook has banned a marketing firm for its involvement in an influence operation that used influencers and fake accounts to undermine COVID-19 vaccines.
Read MoreFacebook adds Photobucket and Google Calendar to its data portability options
Another service has signed up to receive your images from Facebook.
Read MoreFacebook restores policy it 'lost' three years ago
Facebook responded today to the 12 recommendations the Oversight Board issued to the company after it found it had lost an important policy.
Read MoreFTC rebukes Facebook for ‘misleading’ comments about NYU researchers
The FTC is calling Facebook's explanation of its actions "misleading" and "inaccurate."
Read MoreFacebook disables accounts of NYU team looking into political ad targeting
Facebook has disabled the accounts associated with the NYU Ad Observatory project.
Read MoreFacebook will host a paid movie premiere this month
A documentary about the National 9/11 Memorial and Museum will debut on the platform on August 19th.
Read MoreFacebook is reportedly trying to analyze encrypted data without deciphering it
The approach could bolster Facebook's ad-targeting efforts.
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Windows 11 will be available on October 5th
Microsoft has announced that Windows 11 will be released on October 5th for new and upgrading users.
Read MoreMicrosoft might not deliver Windows 11 updates to PCs with old CPUs
Microsoft has warned that it might withhold Windows 11 updates if your PC uses an old, unsupported CPU.
Read MoreMicrosoft releases an improved Windows 11 PC health check app
When Microsoft released the Windows 11 Insider preview earlier this summer, it did so with some confusion around minimum system requirements. It quickly reversed course, saying that more people could install the software update than its requirements originally stated so the company could gather more performance on how the OS performed. After a few months of users testing and providing feedback, Microsoft says that, for the most part, its system requirements from June will stand — but there are a few notable changes.
Read MoreMicrosoft is killing its Office app on Chromebooks
Microsoft is pulling support for its Office app for Android on Chrome OS. The web app will still be available, but it lacks offline access.
Read MoreMicrosoft rolls out updated Mail, Calendar and Calculator apps to Windows 11 testers
Microsoft is updating some of the apps that come preloaded with Windows 11 to make them a better fit for the operating system.
Read MoreWindows 11's new focus timer feature will work with Spotify
Windows 11 will have a Focus Sessions feature that uses Spotify music to help you concentrate on tasks.
Read MoreMicrosoft is merging its OneNote apps for Windows
Microsoft is rolling out a series of updates for its OneNote apps on Windows with the intention of creating a single user experience.
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Mobile (9)
Netgear's 5G mobile hotspot router with WiFi 6 is now available for $700
If you often need to tether to get internet, Netgear has a very interesting new product — if you can afford it.
Read MoreFCC proposes $5 million fine for activists behind election robocalls
The FCC has proposed a $5 million fine against John M. Burkman and Jacob Alexander Wohl who allegedly tried to discourage people from voting by mail.
Read MoreT-Mobile is giving customers a free year of Apple TV+
For a few years now, wireless carriers in the US have offered their customers all manner of video and music freebies. Verizon (Engadget's parent company) has offered free subscriptions to Disney+, Apple Music and AMC+ recently, while T-Mobile has long offered its customers free Netflix access. Today, T-Mobile is adding another freebie to its offerings: Apple TV+. Starting on August 25th, customers on the carrier's Magenta or Magenta Max plans (as well as some Sprint legacy plans) will get one year of free Apple TV+ access.
Read MoreCricket customers will get free HBO Max, if they don't mind ads
Cricket now gives Unlimited plan customers HBO Max for 'free' — if they're willing to live with the ad-supported tier.
Read MoreGM teams with AT&T to bring 5G to its vehicles in 2023
The companies are building a 'high-performance 5G network.'
Read MoreCalifornia watchdog alleges T-Mobile misled regulators to obtain Sprint merger approval
T-Mobile misled state regulators about its planned CDMA network shutdown to gain approval for its 2020 merger with Sprint, according to a ruling from the California Public Utilities Commission.
Read MoreT-Mobile is selling fiber internet in a 'very limited' pilot program
T-Mobile has launched a pilot offering fiber optic home internet service in New York City.
Read MoreThe FCC releases its first mobile broadband map
The tool allows you to compare the LTE and voice coverage areas of the country's four largest carriers, showing where you can expect to see wireless download and upload speeds of at least 5 Mbps and 1 Mbps, respectively.
Read MoreT-Mobile to shut Sprint's LTE network by June 30, 2022
T-Mobile will shut Sprint's LTE network by June 30, 2022, several months after its planned shut down of the carrier's CDMA network used by Dish.
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News (18)
Polaroid's Now+ connected camera comes with five clip-on lens filters
The Polaroid Now+ is a new analog instant camera with Bluetooth connectivity and five physical lens filters.
Read MorePeloton says it's facing federal investigations over equipment safety
Peloton said it's facing investigations from the DOJ, Homeland Security and SEC over how it reports injuries from its fitness equipment.
Read MoreGoPro's next Hero action camera might offer a leap in image quality
A leak hints the GoPro Hero 10 Black action camera will pack improved video quality and a better sensor.
Read MorePeloton lowers price of its Bike to $1,495
For the second time in less than a year, Peloton is cutting the price of its entry-level stationary bike.
Read MoreAirbnb says you don't need to be a host to help it house Afghan refugees
The company pledged to provide at least 20,000 refugees with a place to stay.
Read MorePeloton's newer, safer Tread will be available to buy on August 30th
Peloton will sell its safer lower-cost Tread on August 30th.
Read MoreCalifornia judge finds Prop 22 gig worker measure unconstitutional
A California judge has ruled that Proposition 22 is unconstitutional.
Read MorePeloton's Android app hints at long-rumored rowing machine
Conducting an APK teardown of the latest version of the Peloton Android app, 9to5Google found evidence the company is preparing the software to support a rowing machine in the near future.
Read MoreCoalition of 31 states calls on FDA to regulate flavored e-cigarettes
New York and 30 other states and territories have urged the FDA regulate e-cigarette flavors and marketing aimed at kids.
Read MoreWebsite mapping DC’s tunnel network warned FBI of suspicious traffic ahead of Capitol riot
The owner of the Washington Tunnels website tipped off the FBI about suspicious traffic on his mapping site ahead of the Capitol riot.
Read MoreIKEA will sell clean energy to Swedish homes
IKEA will soon sell clean energy to Swedish customers, giving them the electricity they need to power their lights.
Read MoreCES 2022 will require attendees to show proof of vaccination
CES 2022 is still going forward as an in-person event, but you'll need proof of vaccination to attend.
Read MoreMatter smart home networking standard delayed to 2022
The Matter smart home standard embraced by Amazon, Apple and Google has been delayed to 2022.
Read MoreThese 'vaccine passports' are why we can have nice things
State and local governments are seeking to strike a balance between the public's health and the nation's economic needs through the use of "vaccine passports," but these digital health records are not the magic bullets against COVID we had hoped.
Read MorePeloton treadmill owners will be able to run again without a subscription
Peloton treadmill users will be able to use the "Just Run" feature with or without a subscription and still be able to lock it up with a pin code.
Read MoreHeatworks opens pre-orders for its plumbing-free countertop dishwasher
The machine will typically cost $499, but there's a $100 discount during the pre-sale.
Read MoreThe Morning After: IKEA hid an air purifier inside a table
Today's headlines: Apple Watch titanium models seem to have sold out, IKEA hid an air purifier inside its newest table and Ariana Grande is your next Fornite concert superstar.
Read MoreIKEA's first smart air purifier is also a side table
IKEA is releasing its first smart air purifier in two models including one that doubles up as a side table.
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Nintendo (18)
Some stubborn but clever person put Google Maps on the NES
Way back in 2012, Google "released" an 8-bit version of Google Maps as one of the company's then-annual April Fool's Day jokes. There was a low-res 8-bit style of Google Maps to play with, but the company didn't deliver on its promise of a cartridge you could pop in your old Nintendo Entertainment System. However, some nine years later, someone figured out how to pull this off, with the help of a heavily-modified NES system and the previous work of other hackers before him.
Read MoreLatest ‘Metroid Dread’ gameplay trailer shows off new moves and a new enemy
Nintendo surprise-announced Metroid Dread, the fifth mainline game in the series, at E3 this year. Part of the surprise was that it was arriving this year, October 8th to be precise. Now, with just over a month before it arrives, Nintendo has released a new trailer for Metroid Dread, which might be our last look at the game before launch. Of course, this trailer isn't as detailed as the 20 minutes of gameplay Nintendo showed off at E3, but it still shows off a lot of what to expect when Metroid Dread arrives.
Read MorePuma is releasing official 'Animal Crossing' sneakers and clothing
Puma is releasing an Animal Crossing collab featuring sneakers and apparel.
Read MoreThe Pokémon TV app finally lands on Nintendo Switch
As if there wasn't enough Pokémon on the console already.
Read MoreNES and SNES designer retires from Nintendo after nearly 40 years
The designer of the NES and SNES, Lance Barr, is retiring from Nintendo after nearly 40 years at the company.
Read MoreSorry I missed your 30th birthday, Super NES
I missed one of my best friend's birthdays this week – but belated best wishes are better than nothing. So, to the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, my favorite console of all time, which arrived in the US on August 23rd, 1991, I wish you many happy returns.
Read MoreRare commemorative Game & Watch handheld sells for $9,100 at auction
Another Nintendo collectible has set a sales record, but this one is a bit different.
Read MoreThe Morning After: A new battle system for 'Pokémon'
Today's headlines: Researchers make a tiny robot that could deliver insulin to your body without needles, Website mapping DC's tunnel network warned FBI of suspicious traffic ahead of the Capitol riot, and Facebook has banned 3,000 accounts for COVID-19 and vaccine misinformation.
Read More'Pokémon Diamond' and 'Pearl' look better in latest Switch remake trailer
Nintendo is also releasing a themed special-edition Switch Lite in November.
Read More'Pokemon Legends: Arceus' trailer shows off an all-new battle system
Meanwhile, 'Pokémon Unite' has a mobile release date.
Read MoreWatch the latest Pokémon Direct here at 9AM ET
Expect more info on 'Pokémon Legends: Arceus,' 'Brilliant Diamond' and 'Shining Pearl.'
Read MoreThe Switch is the first console to sweep Japan's game sales chart in 33 years
The Nintendo Switch is reportedly the first console to sweep Japan's game sales chart since the Famicom in 1988.
Read More‘Spelunky’ and ‘Spelunky 2’ hit Nintendo Switch on August 26th
Explore the caverns and dodge deadly enemies while you're on the go.
Read More'Axiom Verge 2' is out on Switch, PC and PlayStation today
If you missed Nintendo's Indie World showcase earlier today, here are some of the more notable highlights.
Read MoreNintendo's next indie game showcase takes place on August 11th
You can watch the 20-minute stream right here.
Read MoreA sealed copy of 'Super Mario Bros.' has sold for a record-breaking $2 million
An unopened copy of Super Mario Bros. has sold for $2 million, shattering the previous record set by a video game sale set just last month when a collector paid $1.56 million to obtain a mint version of Super Mario 64.
Read MoreNintendo's sales can't keep up with last year's lockdown boom
No games company can compete with COVID-19.
Read More'Pokémon Unite' update levels the playing field ahead of mobile release
Pokémon Unite is getting an update that adjusts the balance of battles by tweaking the stats of over a dozen Pokémon.
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PC Gaming (5)
Skate is coming to PC for the first time
EA has confirmed that its skateboarding game Skate is coming to PC.
Read More'Bravely Default II' is heading to Steam on September 2nd
Bravely Default II will be available on Steam soon.
Read MoreStunning 'Black Myth: Wukong' trailer shows off Unreal Engine 5 gameplay with DLSS on
Take a peek at 12 minutes of action from the Sekiro-esque game.
Read MoreIntel Arc, the company's first gaming GPUs, will debut in 2022
It's taking on AMD and NVIDIA with discrete and integrated models.
Read MoreRiot moves in-person 'League of Legends' championship due to COVID-19 surge
Riot has moved its in-person 'League of Legends' championship event from a New Jersey arena to Los Angeles as the COVID-19 surge dashes earlier plans.
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PlayStation (6)
Sony's revised PS5 model has a smaller, lighter heatsink
Sony's first revised PS5 has a smaller heatsink that saves a lot of weight — but it might come at a cost.
Read More'Horizon Forbidden West' comes to PS4 and PS5 on February 18th, 2022
Guerilla has revealed that 'Horizon Forbidden West' will launch for PS4 and PS5 on February 18th, 2022 — and that 'Zero Dawn' players are in for a treat.
Read MoreIndie games 'Oxenfree II' and 'Carrion' are coming to PlayStation
The super-charming 'A Short Hike' is also headed to PS4.
Read MoreSony reportedly showed off its next-generation PSVR at a developer's conference
Sony reportedly revealed more specifics about the next-generation PSVR headset at a developer's summit.
Read MoreGhost of Tsushima's co-op multiplayer mode is getting a standalone release
On September 3rd, Sony will release a standalone version of Ghost of Tsushima's Legends multiplayer mode.
Read MoreSony adds 'Nier: Automata,' 'Ghostrunner' and 'Undertale' to PlayStation Now
Subscribers can play all three games starting August 3rd, 2021.
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Reviews (26)
Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones have improved ANC and a familiar design
Bose's latest QuietComfort heapdhones offer improved noise cancellation and longer battery life in a familiar design.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 3
Today's headlines: Sony's revised PS5 model has a smaller, lighter heatsink, Apple Watch Series 7 may have larger screens and Google reportedly offered Netflix a special discount on Play Store fees.
Read MoreGalaxy Z Fold 3 review: Doing the most and yet not enough
Despite a ton of progress, Samsung's latest Fold still won't replace traditional smartphones.
Read MoreA $600 E Ink typewriter got me one step closer to writing a novel
I spent the last month using the Astrohaus Freewrite, an E Ink typewriter that syncs your work to the cloud. It's an expensive piece of hardware, but it's also really fun to use if you're trying to cultivate a writing habit.
Read MoreHP Pavilion Aero review: HP's lightest laptop yet deserves a closer look
It's certainly not a premium laptop, but it has plenty of muscle where it counts.
Read MoreAudio-Technica's latest budget headphones look decent for $59 cans
The ATH-S220BT's features include multipoint pairing, low-latency audio and up to 60 hours of battery life.
Read MoreGalaxy Watch 4 review: Still the best Android smartwatches around
Has the Apple Watch finally met its match?
Read MoreTeardown shows the Playdate won’t suffer from controller drift like the Switch
iFixit got an early chance to look inside the Playdate and found some interesting information about the device.
Read More'Twelve Minutes' ruins a compelling game concept with awful twists
Twelve Minute's intriguing game concept is ruined by horrible twists.
Read MoreICYMI: We open (and close) the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3
Engadget's tech reviews this week include the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 smartphone and the Google Pixel 5a smartphone.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Reviewing Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 3, Fold 3 and the Pixel 5a
This week, Cherlynn and Devindra dive into the toxic mess at Activision Blizzard with Senior Editor Jessica Conditt.
Read MoreGalaxy Z Flip 3 review: Samsung's best foldable yet is still a tough sell
The Z Flip 3 is a satisfying upgrade from the original, but is held back by battery life and potential durability issues.
Read MoreAudio-Technica's updated M50x wireless headphones have multi-device support
Audio-Technica has launched its second-generation wireless M50x headphones with built-in Alexa, higher-quality audio support and other big upgrades.
Read MoreLoupedeck Live is a compelling alternative to Elgato's Stream Deck
The popular Stream Deck control surface has a new rival: The Loupedeck Live.
Read MoreScuf Gaming one-upped Microsoft with its new Xbox Series X/S controllers
Scuf's first controller for the Xbox Series X/S is a real beauty.
Read MoreSmartphone for Snapdragon Insiders review: Not for most people
The Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders boasts a 144Hz screen, comprehensive 5G support, fast charging and special audio enhancements.
Read MoreICYMI: We listened to Samsung’s $150 Galaxy Buds 2
Engadget's recent tech reviews include the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2, the HTC Vive Pro 2 headset and the SkulptSynth SE.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How a radio telescope cost this West Virginia town its modernity
The Quiet Zone, by journalist Stephen Kurczy, is the story of a sleepy small town that hosts the Green Bank radio telescope. But the presence of this scientific installation comes at a terrible price.
Read MoreTurns out, I like cooking food from scratch... in a microwave
A line of cookware from Anyday enabled me to cook entire meals from scratch in a microwave.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Buds 2 review: Premium features at an affordable price
The successor to the Galaxy Buds+ is smaller and more comfortable with premium features and the addition of ANC. There's room for improvement in the audio department, but at this price, Samsung has created a compelling package despite the sacrifices.
Read MoreGalaxy Z Flip 3 hands-on: A straightforward upgrade for a nice price cut
Samsung's latest Z Flip is water resistant, more durable, has a faster screen and starts at $1,000.
Read MoreGalaxy Z Fold 3 hands-on: Built stronger for durability and S Pen support
The Z Fold 3 supports Samsung's S Pen, offers water resistance and sports a new under display camera. Best of all, it starts at $1,800.
Read MoreGalaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic hands-on: Worry not, Tizen fans
In addition to a new OS, the Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch Classic 4 feature a new 3-in-1 sensor, sharper screens and can perform body fat scans.
Read MoreSkulptSynth SE review: Cheap and confusing, but incredibly powerful
Modal proves once again that it can make impressive sounding synths for dirt cheap.
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Robotics (8)
Sony's head of AI research wants to build robots that can win a Nobel Prize
Dr. Hiroaki Kitano, CEO of Sony Computer Science Laboratories seeks to launch the Nobel Turing Challenge and develop a AI smart enough to win itself a Nobel Prize by 2050.
Read MoreSweetgreen bought a robot company to spin better salads
The goal is to make more consistent, higher quality food and increase efficiency at restaurants.
Read MoreTesla is working on an AI-powered humanoid robot
Tesla is building a humanoid robot and a prototype could be ready as soon as next year.
Read MoreThis ingestible robot delivers insulin to your body without external needles
Researchers from Italy have created a robot that could one day allow diabetes patients to get a dose of insulin without any needles.
Read MoreBoston Dynamics' robots can parkour better than you
Boston Dynamics' robots are now successfully performing parkour in an obstacle course — let's hope they don't have to chase us.
Read MoreA new tuna robot could lead to more agile and efficient underwater drones
University of Virginia researchers have derived a formula that allows a robot to speed up and slow down like a real fish.
Read MoreMIT developed a low-cost prosthetic hand that can help amputees feel again
In a joint project with Shanghai Jiao Tong University, MIT has designed a neuroprosthetic that costs about $500 to build.
Read MoreOh hey, Xiaomi has its own creepy robot dog now
The CyberDog is not to be confused with the British clothing retailer of the same name.
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Samsung (13)
Samsung adds Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3 features to older foldable phones
Samsung has released a One UI update that brings Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3 features to earlier foldables.
Read MoreSamsung disables the Galaxy Z Fold 3's camera if you unlock its bootloader
Samsung Galaxy Fold 3's camera will become inaccessible if you unlock its bootloader.
Read MoreThom Browne on what goes into styling Samsung’s latest foldables
The designer takes Engadget behind his collaboration with Samsung.
Read MoreSamsung is removing ads from its One UI Android apps
Samsung plans to remove apps from its proprietary apps later this year.
Read MoreSamsung Pay will let you carry your COVID vaccination record
It will enable you to demonstrate proof of vaccination for entry to various events and buildings that are trying to guard against the virus.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Diving into Samsung and foldables with Mr. Mobile
Michael Fisher (aka MrMobile) joins us this week to talk Samsung's latest and the state of foldables.
Read MoreHere's everything Samsung announced at its August Unpacked event
In case you missed Samsung's latest Unpacked event, here's everything Samsung announced earlier today.
Read MoreHow to pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G and the Z Flip 3 5G
Here's how to pre-order the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G, the Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G, the Galaxy Watch 4 and the Galaxy Buds 2.
Read MoreWatch Samsung's latest Galaxy Unpacked with us at 9:40AM ET
While the official livestream won't get underway until 10AM ET, Engadget's coverage of Unpacked will start at 9:40AM ET with a pre-show.
Read MoreSamsung's new 5-nanometer chip is designed for smartwatches
Samsung has unveiled the Exynos W920, a new processor designed specifically for smartphones and wearables.
Read MoreThe Morning After: What to expect at Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event
Foldable Phones, cheaper EVs, Facebook and a tabletop dishwasher.
Read MoreWhat to expect at Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked in August
Thanks to the enterprising rumor mill and Samsung itself, we have a very good idea of what to expect on August 11th.
Read MoreSamsung’s 12.4-inch Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G will cost $669
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S7 FE Android tablets are out tomorrow, August 5th, starting with a 5G model along with pre-orders for a WiFi version.
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Science (5)
Laser-powered fusion energy inches closer to reality
It just became more realistic to use lasers to generate fusion energy — scientists have sparked a fusion explosion that produced much more energy than before.
Read MoreUndercurrent's virtual art exhibition includes a video game about regenerative agriculture
Undercurrent is hosting an online exhibition about climate activism featuring interactive music videos from Mount Kimbie, Actress, Aluna and others.
Read MoreSwiss university claims it broke the record for Pi calculation
A team from the University of Applied Sciences Graubünden in Switzerland claims it has calculated for 62.8 trillion digits of Pi.
Read MoreUN report says most climate change effects are 'unprecedented' and 'irreversible'
The document represents the most comprehensive analysis of the physical science behind climate change ever amassed in human history.
Read MoreDARPA's PROTEUS program gamifies the art of war
the Prototype Resilient Operations Testbed for Expeditionary Urban Scenarios (PROTEUS) system is a real-time strategy simulator for urban-littoral warfare.
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Smartphones (19)
Google Pixel 5a teardown shows that it's still a challenge to repair
Google's Pixel 5a has a hard-to-remove battery that contributes to its middling repairability score.
Read MoreLatest Moto Edge features improved camera and a faster processor
It's not quite a flagship, but nor is it entirely a mid-range device either.
Read MoreOppo promises 5-axis OIS is coming to its phones soon
Oppo teased its 5-axis optical image stabilization tech, which uses both lens shifting and sensor shifting for maximum effect.
Read MoreASUS updates its ROG Phone series with Qualcomm’s newest mobile processor
ASUS is releasing a pair of new ROG gaming phones featuring Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888+ chipset.
Read MoreAndroid 12 beta feature lets you control your phone with your face
Google's Android Accessibility Suite beta app update lets you control your phone using face gestures.
Read MoreThe Morning After: You might not have to wait long for Google’s cheaper Pixel 5a
Today's headlines: NASA sends a 3D printing system for lunar soil to its space station, Matter smart home networking standard delayed to 2022 and Nintendo's Switch sweeps Japan's game sales chart for the first time in 33 years.
Read MoreGoogle might unveil the Pixel 5a on August 17th
A parts leak appears to show the Google Pixel 5a in real life, alongside talk of an August 17th announcement.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Z Flip 3 will be the first foldable phone available on Google Fi
When the Galaxy Z Flip 3 goes on sale later this month, you'll be able to buy it from Google Fi, marking the first time the MVNO has sold a foldable device.
Read MoreHonor’s new Magic3 heralds the company’s glorious return
It promises to be able to shoot filmmaker-quality video.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Samsung unveils the more durable Galaxy Z Fold 3 with S Pen support
Today's headlines: Samsung announces two new foldable phones, the hacker behind a giant cryptocurrency heist is returning stolen funds and finally, WhatsApp will let you transfer your chat history between Android and iOS.
Read MoreAndroid 12 is almost ready as latest beta focuses on platform stability
Google says there's one more beta in the pipeline.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The next iPhone may focus on display upgrades
Today's headlines: The next iPhone may focus on display upgrades, the NYPD secretly spent $159 million on surveillance tech and Xiaomi unveils its new robot dog.
Read MoreXiaomi's Mi Mix 4 packs an under-screen camera in a ceramic body
The Mi Mix 4 is Xiaomi's slimmest ceramic unibody smartphone yet, featuring a 20-megapixel under-screen camera, thanks to advancements in AMOLED production.
Read MoreLeak suggests the next iPhone will have an always-on display
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has corroborated several leaks already published across the last year.
Read MoreGoogle may release the Pixel 5a on August 26th
The phone could have a Snapdragon 765G chipset and the same camera as the Pixel 5.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Is this the end of the selfie camera notch?
Today's headlines: Apple's new Mac Pro GPUs promise a major performance boost, Boeing and NASA delay Starliner launch due to unexpected valve problem and Halo's Master Chief is your new Waze navigation voice.
Read MoreOppo's latest under-screen camera may finally be capable of good photos
Oppo unveiled its third-gen under-screen camera which, based on a sample shot it provided, appears to be surprisingly promising — no noticeable haziness nor glare. This is all thanks to some clever AI tricks and display circuitry tricks.
Read MoreRealme's 'MagDart' is an Android take on MagSafe, but faster
Realme, the sister brand of Oppo and OnePlus, has announced its very own "MagDart" magnetic wireless charging system, which is essentially the Android version of iPhone's MagSafe.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Everything Google told us about the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro
Today's headlines: Google quietly reveals the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, scientists spot light behind a black hole and R2-D2 is now a Tamagotchi.
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Social Media (50)
LinkedIn is shutting down its Stories feature after a year
It turns out professionals aren't keen on disappearing videos after all.
Read MoreInstagram will require users to share their birthday in push for teen safety
Instagram will require users to share their birthday, an update the company says is meant to protect young people using its app.
Read MoreClubhouse adds spatial audio to create more immersive audio chats (updated)
Clubhouse now supports spatial audio to make its audio chat rooms that much more immersive.
Read MoreTwitter is finally rolling out Ticketed Spaces
Twitter is finally starting to roll out Ticketed Spaces, a feature that allows creators to charge for access to its live audio chat feature.
Read MoreJanuary 6th Capitol attack investigators demand records from tech giants
Since the January 6th riot and attack on the US Capitol, a "Select Committee" has been formed in the House of Representatives to investigate the circumstances that led to a mob breaching the country's seat of government. Part of that wide-ranging investigation will apparently involve a close look at the biggest social media companies in the world. The committee today announced that it was requesting records relating to the attack from 15 companies, who were asked to respond in the next two weeks.
Read MoreReddit CEO rejects call for a crackdown on coronavirus misinformation
Reddit is pushing back against calls for the company to do a better job of moderating disinformation.
Read MoreSnapchat upgrades its camera to highlight visual search
Snapchat is upgrading its visual search features, and putting them at the center of its app.
Read MoreThe Morning After: OnlyFans 'suspends' its explicit content ban
Today's headlines: OnlyFans has 'suspended' its ban on sexually explicit content, Kanye West's new album 'Donda' comes on a remix-it-yourself gadget, and 'Halo Infinite' is launching on December 8th.
Read MoreInstagram is testing ‘interest search’ to make results more intuitive
Instagram is experimenting with changes that allow users to search for content based on topics rather than account names or hashtags.
Read MoreYouTube has removed 1 million videos for dangerous COVID-19 misinformation
YouTube has removed 1 million videos for dangerous COVID-19 misinformation since February 2020, according to YouTube's Chief Product Officer Neal Mahon.
Read MoreOnlyFans has 'suspended' its ban on sexually explicit content
OnlyFans said it has 'suspended' an upcoming ban on sexually explicit material after receiving certain guarantees.
Read MoreTwitter test shows you the Spaces your friends are listening to
Twitter is testing a listening activity option for Spaces, the audio chat rooms it introduced in December.
Read MoreInstagram is putting ads in its Shop tab
Instagram is launching unskippable ads in its Shop tab that look like sponsored tiles.
Read MoreThere's a new Shopping tab on TikTok
Business accounts will be able to create mini storefronts inside the app.
Read MoreWhatsApp could soon have an iPad app for the first time
Part of WhatsApp's end-to-end encryption scheme is a requirement for users to set up the service with a phone as the "main" device for an account. The company announced in July that it was working on next-generation encryption that would enable a true multi-device connection without requiring a connection to a smartphone. As part of that, it sounds like WhatsApp is planning a fully native iPad app fro the first time.
Read MoreSiriusXM launches music channel dedicated to TikTok hits
SiriusXM launched TikTok Radio, a full-fledged music channel dedicated to viral hits from the platform.
Read MoreOnlyFans’ policy switch is the latest victory in Big Banking’s war on sex
But it's a story we've seen play out several times before.
Read MoreThe Morning After: OnlyFans announces ban on sexually explicit content
Today's headlines: OnlyFans will ban sexually explicit content, Tesla is working on a humanoid robot, and 'Quake' gets a 4K remaster.
Read MoreTwitter's latest round of updates are about to hit your DMs
Twitter is introducing several improvements to direct messages the company says it plans to roll out in the coming weeks.
Read MoreOnlyFans bans 'sexually explicit conduct,' but nudity is still okay
The new policy starts in October following pressure from payment providers.
Read MoreFacebook took hours to remove livestream of Library of Congress bomb threat suspect
It took Facebook several hours to pull down a livestream of a man making bomb threats at the Library of Congress in Washington D.C.
Read MoreFacebook is testing Reels in News Feed and Groups in the US
A new test brings Instagram Reels to Facebook's mainline app.
Read MoreTwitter updates developer API to make Spaces easier to find
On Wednesday, the company announced an update to its API v2 that will allow developers to search for live and scheduled Spaces using criteria like user IDs and keywords.
Read MoreFacebook’s first ‘widely viewed content’ report argues political content isn’t actually popular
Facebook released its first-ever "Widely Viewed Content Report," documenting what it claims is the most-viewed content on its platform.
Read MoreTaliban content is the latest issue for social media companies
While Facebook and Twitter are already struggling to handle vaccine misinformation and extremist content, there's an increased focus on how social networks are handling Taliban-related content, following America's sudden withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Read MorePinterest launches hair pattern search with BIPOC users in mind
Pinterest has launched a new search feature that could make it easier for BIPOC users to find hair inspiration that would suit their hair types.
Read MoreTwitter's latest experiment is a tool for reporting 'misleading' tweets
A new test from Twitter will finally allow users to report "misleading" tweets.
Read MoreSnapchat Trends is an overview of the most popular keywords in use in Stories
Snap is introducing a new tool called Snapchat Trends that provides an overview of the most popular keywords currently in use on the app.
Read MoreTinder will make ID verification available to all users
Tinder plans to make ID verification — a feature currently only available in Japan — accessible to all its users, the company says.
Read MoreAnonymous chat app Yik Yak is back from the dead
Yik Yak shut down in 2017 following misconduct controversies and users moving elsewhere.
Read MoreHomeland Security may use companies to find extremism on social media
Homeland Security is considering using private companies to help it find extremist threats on social media.
Read MoreReddit iOS app now includes a TikTok-style video feed
Reddit's iOS app is adding a TikTok-style video feed that lets you indulge in short clips.
Read MoreTwitter tones down new buttons after complaints of eye strain
Twitter had made adjustments to the accessibility changes it rolled out.
Read MoreTwitter has paused verification applications again
Twitter has once again temporarily stopped accepting new verification applications from users.
Read MoreFacebook Messenger rolls out end-to-end encrypted voice and video calls
A limited test of E2EE in Instagram DMs will start in the coming weeks.
Read MoreTikTok limits the visibility of teens' videos amid safety push
TikTok is putting extra safeguards on teens' videos by limiting who can see their posts and even turning off DMs by default.
Read MoreGerman animal shelter is posting profiles of adoptable pets on Tinder
An animal shelter in Germany is posting profiles of its adoptable animals on Tinder in hopes that lonely singles will 'swipe right' on a new pet.
Read MoreTwitter rolls out redesign with proprietary Chirp font
Twitter's latest redesign is here, and it includes a new typeface.
Read MoreFacebook's Oversight Board orders a post criticizing the Myanmar coup to be restored
Content reviewers mistakenly thought the post criticized Chinese people, rather than the state.
Read MoreInstagram's new anti-hate feature lets you limit comments and requests on popular posts
Instagram has introduced new features called Limits and Hidden Words designed to limit hate and abuse on trending posts.
Read MoreTwitter's AI bounty program reveals bias toward young, pretty white people
Twitter's first AI bias bounty has wrapped up, and it learned that beauty filters skew its photo algorithm — among other issues.
Read MoreTwitter is now said to be complying with India's new IT laws
Twitter is now in compliance with the new laws.
Read MoreEven a social network for doctors is struggling with vaccine misinformation
Doximity, an industry networking app for doctors, is grappling with vaccine misinformation despite its audience.
Read MoreTwitter appoints 'grievance officer' to obey India's internet rules
Twitter has told India that it has appointed executives to help it obey the country's new technology rules.
Read MoreTwitter Spaces co-host feature lets users share moderation duties
With today's announcement, a single Space can include one host, two co-hosts and up to 10 speakers.
Read MoreTikTok tests Stories feature outside of the US
TikTok is no stranger to other companies copying the format of its signature short-form videos, but now it may do the same with Stories
Read MoreTwitter briefly verified a fake Cormac McCarthy account
The mistake highlights some flaws in Twitter's verification process.
Read MoreWhatsApp adds disappearing ‘view once’ photos to its app
WhatsApp will allow users to send "view once" photos that disappear after being viewed.
Read MoreTwitter partners with Reuters and AP to boost curation efforts
Twitter is partnering with The Associated Press and Reuters to help its curation team put credible information in front of users.
Read MoreTwitter adds Google and Apple ID as log-in and sign-up options
Twitter is adding two additional ways for people to log in to their accounts.
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Space (17)
Soon you can experience a spacewalk through virtual reality
Felix & Paul Studio filmed 3D, 360-degree spacewalk scenes outside the International Space Station.
Read MoreWatch Blue Origin's spaceflight carry a NASA payload for lunar landers
Blue Origin's NS-17 launch will lift off from its site in West Texas at 9:35 AM EDT today.
Read MoreSpaceX has already shipped 100,000 Starlink satellite internet terminals
Starlink has already shipped 100,000 satellite internet terminals before it has even achieved global coverage.
Read MoreVirgin Orbit is going public to fund its space satellite program
An SPAC merger is expected to generate $483 million in cash.
Read MoreNASA's Curiosity rover video shows a fresh panoramic view of Mars
A progress report from the Curiosity Rover.
Read MoreNASA puts SpaceX's lunar lander contract on hold following Blue Origin's lawsuit
NASA agreed to put SpaceX's lunar lander contract on hold due to Blue Origin's lawsuit.
Read MoreBlue Origin takes NASA to court over SpaceX lunar lander contract
Following a $2 billion Hail Mary, Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin has filed a complaint with the US Court of Federal Claims over NASA's handling of the Human Landing System program.
Read MoreNASA's latest space station cargo includes a 3D printing system for lunar soil
NASA's newest space station cargo mission has delivered a 3D printer that could help print habitats from Moon and Mars soil.
Read MoreBoeing's next Starliner test flight could be delayed for months
The capsule is going back to the factory for 'deeper-level troubleshooting' of a valve problem.
Read MoreSpaceX is buying an Internet of Things smallsat company
SpaceX has bought Swarm Technologies, a company focused on small satellites that power internet-of-things services.
Read MoreRocket Lab will launch its first Moon mission from New Zealand in late 2021
Rocket Lab has revealed that its first Moon mission, CAPSTONE, will launch from New Zealand near the end of 2021.
Read MoreNASA's Perseverance rover fails to collect its first Mars rock sample
NASA's Perserverance rover has failed to collect a Mars rock sample, and it's not yet clear what went wrong.
Read MoreVirgin Galactic starts selling tickets to space again for $450,000 per seat
Virgin Galactic is selling trips to the edge of space for $450,000 per seat.
Read MoreA star fragment is flying out of our galaxy at nearly two million miles per hour
Scientists have studied a supernova star fragment flying out of the Milky Way galaxy at nearly two million miles per hour.
Read MoreBoeing and NASA delay Starliner launch due to unexpected valve problem
Boeing and NASA have delayed the launch of Starliner, again.
Read MoreWatch Boeing's Starliner test flight to the ISS at 1:20PM ET (update: not happening today after all)
Boeing's Starliner capsule will conduct a long-awaited test that includes docking at the International Space Station. Here's how to watch the launch, which takes place at 1:20PM ET.
Read MoreScientists spot light behind a black hole for the first time
Scientists have witnessed the light from behind a black hole for the first time using NASA and ESA telescopes.
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Streaming (39)
HBO Max and YouTube are now available on Spectrum TV
Spectrum TV has added HBO Max and YouTube, marking major streaming additions to its digital cable service and live TV app.
Read MoreJon Stewart's Apple TV+ show premieres on September 30th
New episodes of 'The Problem With Jon Stewart' will arrive every other week.
Read MoreStreamlabs' new monthly tipping service doesn't take a cut from streamers
Streamlabs has launched a monthly tipping service called Streamlabs Creator Subscription.
Read MoreYouTube will finally roll out picture-in-picture mode to all iOS users
YouTube plans to bring picture-in-picture viewing to all iOS users in the US, beginning with Premium customers.
Read MoreNetflix starts testing Stranger Things games in its Android app
The test is limited to users in Poland for now, but Netflix plans to expand it in the coming months, including on iOS.
Read MoreNetflix's next fan event is named 'TUDUM' after its signature sound
The September 25th stream will include news, trailers and clips from more than 70 shows, films and specials.
Read MoreSpotify will allow any US podcaster to charge for a subscription
Spotify is making its paid podcast subscription program available to all US creators and, soon, to international listeners.
Read MoreRoku revives former Quibi original 'Most Dangerous Game' for a second season
On Monday, Roku announced it's bringing back Most Dangerous Game for a second season.
Read MoreNetflix's live-action 'Cowboy Bebop' series arrives on November 19th
Here's your first peek at some images from the show.
Read MorePeacock's 'Frogger' looks equal parts 'Wipeout' and 'The Floor is Lava' in first trailer
NBC has shared the first trailer for Frogger.
Read MoreSpotify and WWE are tag-teaming on podcasts
The Ringer will host live Greenroom discussions after major pay-per-view events too.
Read MoreApple's latest 'Foundation' trailer features an enormous space elevator
The blockbuster sci-fi series premieres on September 24th.
Read MoreNetflix adds spatial audio support on iOS 14 devices
Netflix has started the process of supporting spatial audio on its iOS app.
Read MoreThe Roku Channel adds free content from IGN, the Tribeca Film Festival and more
Some of the more notable additions include IGN, CBC News and AccuWeather, as well as a linear channel devoted exclusively to the Tribeca Film Festival.
Read MoreSpectrum TV is back on Roku devices over half a year after it was pulled
Roku has announced that Spectrum TV is back on its Channel Store.
Read More'Carpool Karaoke' is returning from a pandemic hiatus (and moving to Apple TV+)
Apple has renewed Carpool Karaoke for a fifth season and plans to move the series over to its TV+ service.
Read MoreIMDb TV lands on Xfinity Flex and X1 set-top boxes
Amazon's free streaming app is available via a pay TV service for the first time.
Read MoreYouTube will start showing video chapters in search results
YouTube has an impossibly large video library, and the company knows that navigating it is easier said than done. To that end, the company is introducing a few new features to improve the search experience. Probably the most significant new tool is chapter view right from the search results page.
Read MoreDiscovery+ is turning hit podcast 'SmartLess' into a docuseries
Actors Jason Bateman, Will Arnett and Sean Hayes talk to famous guests on the show.
Read MoreHBO Max will reportedly overhaul its smart TV apps in the next few months
HBO Max is reportedly planning to revamp all of its smart TV apps in the next four to five months as it acknowledges a shaky debut.
Read MoreHome Alone reboot debuts on Disney+ on November 12th
Disney will debut Home Sweet Home Alone on November 12th.
Read MoreVerizon offers subscribers up to a year of 'free' AMC+ streaming
Verizon is trying to tempt 'The Walking Dead' fans by offering up to a year of AMC+ service to mobile and Fios subscribers.
Read MoreSpotify's latest Wear OS app supports direct streaming and downloads
With the launch of Samsung's Galaxy Watch 4 series and latest Wear OS version, Spotify has introduced a significant update to its Wear OS app
Read MoreYouTube suspends Rand Paul for a week over COVID-19 misinformation
The senator questioned the effectiveness of cloth masks in a now-deleted video.
Read More'The Green Knight' will be available to stream August 18th for one night only
A24 plans to stream The Green Knight for one night only on August 18th. You can buy a ticket to see the movie now.
Read MoreTwitch offers slightly more information about suspensions
But won't just come out and say why.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Sony now owns anime streaming service Crunchyroll
Today's headlines: UN report says most climate change effects are 'unprecedented' and 'irreversible', Sony now officially owns anime streaming service Crunchyroll, and 'Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice' gets a surprise Xbox Series X/S patch.
Read MoreRoku will release most of Quibi’s remaining library on August 13th
Roku has revealed the second wave of Quibi shows coming to its free channel, including shows featuring Will Arnett, Idris Elba and Reese Witherspoon.
Read MoreSpotify's iOS app will support AirPlay 2 streaming after all
Spotify has clarified that its iOS app will support AirPlay 2 despite earlier signs to the contrary.
Read MoreParamount+ is getting 14 South Park movies starting with two this year
The movies will expand the world of South Park by introducing new characters and concepts.
Read MoreParamount+ will launch in Europe in 2022
Paramount+ will launch in Europe in 2022, including the UK, thanks to a deal with Sky.
Read MoreHBO Max adds scripted stories to its growing podcast library
HBO Max announced on Wednesday that it plans to expand its online audio offerings to include original, scripted programming as well as "look-back" shows for classic series like 'Band of Brothers'.
Read MoreLucille Ball's radio show is now a 'podcast' on SiriusXM
Lucille Ball has a podcast thanks to SiriusXM, which is bringing 'Let's Talk To Lucky' back decades after it aired on the radio.
Read MoreVudu and FandangoNow merge into a single streaming service
Vudu and FandangoNow are being merged into a single service simply called Vudu.
Read MoreNetflix is making a documentary about SpaceX's upcoming Inspiration4 civilian flight
Countdown: Inspiration4 Mission to Space will attempt to chronicle SpaceX's first all-civilian flight in real-time.
Read MoreYouTube starts paying Shorts creators from its $100 million fund
In the last few years, many of the biggest social media companies have been throwing money at creators, trying to get them to embrace their platforms and bring loyal audiences to their apps. Earlier this year, YouTube announced a $100 million fund specifically to pay creators who use the platform's new Shorts format, which just came out of beta and rolled out to 100 countries last month. That fund is now live as of today, so the company is dropping more details on how you can get paid.
Read MoreSpotify is testing whether free users will pay a dollar to skip tracks
Spotify is testing a cheaper ad-supported plan that removes playback restrictions for $0.99 per month.
Read MoreAn Apple TV bug is muting some purchased and rented movies
The cause of the issue is unclear.
Read MoreYouTube trials a cheaper 'Premium Lite' subscription that only removes ads
YouTube is testing a cheaper, ad-free Premium Lite streaming subscription plan in parts of Europe.
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TV & Movies (20)
Cheaper 'Neon Genesis Evangelion' Blu-ray sets are on the way
Welcome news for those who missed out on the fancy Ultimate Edition.
Read More‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ wants you to know it’s okay to like ‘Voyager’
The latest episode of 'Lower Decks' is unashamed of its 'Voyager' fandom.
Read MoreMarvel’s ‘What If…?’ turns grim in its third episode with mixed results
This week's episode of 'What If...?' went a little dark.
Read More‘Neon Genesis Evangelion’ is coming to Blu-ray in the US for the first time
Neon Genesis Evangelion is getting its first Blu-ray release in North America as part of a limited edition box set.
Read More'Lower Decks' is an indictment of Abrams and Kurtzman-era Star Trek
Some of the "boring" elements of Star Trek are its most adored.
Read MoreDTS will integrate TV speakers into WiFi surround sound setups
Play-Fi Home Theater-compatible TVs will hit the market within the next couple of months.
Read More'Star Wars: Visions' anime trailer is packed with gorgeous visuals
The nine-episode anthology series hits Disney+ on September 22nd.
Read MoreWarner Bros. 'Reminiscence' promo uses deepfake tech to put you in the trailer
The promo for Warner Bros. Reminiscence movie uses deepfake technology to turn a photo of your face into a short video sequence with Hugh Jackman.
Read MoreApple TV's Tom Hanks sci-fi movie 'Finch' arrives November 5th
Apple is releasing Tom Hanks' sci-fi movie 'Finch' on its Apple TV+ streaming service on November 5th.
Read MoreDisney says it found ways to compensate talent in the wake of 'Black Widow' lawsuit
Disney has apparently found "ways to fairly compensate" talent, even if it continues its hybrid release strategy.
Read MoreThe new season of ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ stays true to the show’s core
The new season of 'Star Trek: Lower Decks' keeps its focus on the show's core cast of ensigns.
Read MoreCriterion is releasing 'Citizen Kane' and five other classics on 4K Blu-ray
Criterion has unveiled its first 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray releases with a six-film slate that includes Citizen Kane and five other classics.
Read MoreMarvel’s ‘What If…?’ is a fun diversion, but not required viewing
The new Marvel 'What If...?' is a show for the die-hard fans.
Read MoreWhat we’ve been watching: The ‘DuckTales’ reboot
The 'Ducktales' reboot is a delight to new and old fans alike, and available to stream on Disney+.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How our lying eyes trick the brain into seeing motion during movies
In Biography of the Pixel, Pixar co-founder Alvy Ray Smith examines the fascinating history and development of picture elements (hence "pix"-"el") from their contested invention to their now ubiquitous presence in modern life.
Read More'Stranger Things' season 4 will arrive in 2022
A teaser offers a peek at what's in store when Netflix's hit show finally returns.
Read MoreDisney's Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel stays will cost at least $4,809
Disney has revealed the prices for the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience.
Read MoreAmazon's Lord of the Rings series arrives on September 2, 2022
You can venture to Middle-Earth once again in 13 months.
Read MoreThe creator of streaming 'Star Trek' shows will stay with CBS through 2026
CBS Studios has signed a deal that will keep 'Star Trek: Discovery' producer Alex Kurtzman aboard until 2026.
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VPN (1)
Google’s One Plan VPN is now available outside the US
Safer browsing for Android users rolls out to more people.
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Wearables (18)
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 4 gets an official walkie talkie app
Samsung has launched a walkie talkie app for the Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic.
Read MoreFossil's new Wear OS smartwatches have faster charging and better health tracking
The new devices will also upgrade to Wear OS 3 when it's available.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 7 will reportedly offer larger cases and screens
Apple Watch Series 7 will reportedly come in larger screen sizes, with new faces to match.
Read MoreSmartwatch demand surged 47 percent this spring
Smartwatch shipments grew by a whopping 47 percent in Q2 thanks to more demand for health tracking — and it wasn't just Apple and Samsung enjoying success.
Read MoreGoogle's YouTube Music app for Wear OS only works with Samsung's upcoming smartwatches
Google's YouTube Music app for Wear OS is now live, a few months after the tech giant promised to release one for the platform.
Read MoreFitbit’s Charge 5 packs an ECG and stress response sensor
The Charge 5 gets new sensors to measure your heart health and stress response.
Read MoreOculus update lets Quest headsets auto-sync VR media to mobile
Oculus is rolling out its v32 update to Quest VR headsets that brings improvements to media management and gifting.
Read MoreThe OnePlus Buds Pro feature smart ANC and a white-noise mode
The $150 true wireless earbuds go on sale on September 1st.
Read MoreJabra's latest earbuds are for people with mild-to-moderate hearing loss
Jabra's Enhance Plus earbuds blur the line between hearing aids and true wireless earbuds while offering the core functions of both devices.
Read MoreNura's newest wireless earbuds are only available through a subscription
Nura is offering wireless earbuds through a subscription — but would you replace your earbuds every two years?
Read MoreRazer's latest Hammerhead True Wireless earbuds include ANC and RGB lighting
Razer today announced a new version of its Hammerhead True Wireless earbuds that feature ANC and RGB lighting.
Read MoreOwlet’s latest smart sock is designed to keep tabs on older kids too
Owlet's new Smart Sock Plus tracks kids up to five years old and costs $359.
Read MoreGalaxy Buds 2 bring ANC to Samsung's most affordable true wireless earbuds
Samsung's Galaxy Buds 2 are its most affordable earbuds, but they have premium features like ANC, adjustable ambient sound and wireless charging.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 6 Product Red drops to $300 at Woot
The Apple Watch Series 6 Product Red edition is down to just $300 at Woot.
Read MoreRazer's Project Hazel face mask has a new name and beta test you can sign up for
Razer's Project Hazel is one step closer to becoming a product you can buy.
Read MoreAmazon Halo can now share heart rate data with third-party apps and equipment
Starting today, you can use the Halo band to see an overlay of your heart rate across various third-party apps and fitness equipment.
Read MoreKlipsch T5 II ANC earbuds use Bragi AI to let you answer calls by nodding
Klipsch's latest true wireless earbuds not only offer ANC and wireless charging, but they have Bragi AI tech and Dirac HD sound too.
Read MoreApple Watch titanium models are largely unavailable
Apple Watch Series 6 titanium models are now generally unavailable, hinting at both Series 7 and unexpectedly strong demand for luxury smartwatches.
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Xbox (16)
Your tiny Xbox 360 gamerpic may finally display properly on modern consoles
After a complaint on Twitter, an Xbox engineer fixed the wonky Xbox 360 gamerpic display on modern consoles.
Read MoreSpecial-edition 'Halo Infinite' Xbox Series X and controller arrive on November 15th
The console will play Halo-themed sounds when you switch it on or off.
Read More'Halo Infinite' is launching on December 8th
After a year-long delay, Halo Infinite will arrive on December 8th.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Xbox Cloud Gaming will bring game streaming to its consoles
Today's headlines: Peloton's newer, safer Tread will be available to buy on August 30th, Xbox Cloud Gaming will bring streaming games to its consoles, and Pint-sized 'Pac-Man' and 'PAW Patrol' arcade machines for kids are on the way.
Read More'Psychonauts 2' launch trailer shows off wacky levels and Raz's psychic powers
The long-awaited sequel hits PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 4 on August 25th
Read MoreMicrosoft will bring cloud gaming to Xbox consoles this holiday season
Just in time for 'Halo Infinite.'
Read MoreWatch the Xbox Gamescom stream here at 1PM ET
Expect updates on big upcoming games from Xbox Game Studios and third-party developers.
Read More‘Outriders’ is perfectly average, making it ideal for Xbox Game Pass
Outrider isn't a great game, but it's a perfect entry in a subscription service like Game Pass.
Read More'Halo Infinite' won't have campaign co-op or Forge modes at launch
343 Industries says a single-player campaign and multiplayer are still on tap for this holiday season.
Read MoreMicrosoft announces a $60 wired Xbox Stereo Headset
It's a more affordable alternative to the $100 Xbox Wireless Headset.
Read More'Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice' gets a surprise Xbox Series X/S patch
Ninja Theory says a PC update is in the works as well.
Read MoreMicrosoft will host a Gamescom Xbox event on August 24th
Before Gamescom 2021 gets officially underway on August 25th, Microsoft will kick off the all-digital event with a livestream of its own.
Read MoreMicrosoft starts publicly testing an Xbox night mode
Microsoft has started public tests for an Xbox night mode that dims everything from your screen to your controller.
Read MoreXbox will host another indie games showcase on August 10th
Expect game reveals and a look at titles such as 'OlliOlli World' on the Twitch stream.
Read More8BitDo made a pair of affordable media remotes for the Xbox Series X/S
8BitDo's new Xbox media controllers feature backlit keys and an affordable $19.99 starting price.
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