SteelSeries updates its Arctis 7 headsets with longer battery life and USB-C
Nearly five years after release, the venerable Arctis 7 finally gets a update.
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Yubico's latest security offers USB-C and NFC authentication for $29
At $29 or €29, the Security Key C NFC comes with almost everything you could want from a security key.
Read MoreMaster & Dynamic put its headphone expertise into a $450 gaming headset
Master & Dynamic's mix of design and premium materials set its headphones apart from the competition. Now the company is lending its expertise to gaming headsets.
Read MoreDJI's Ronin 4D cinema camera has a built-in gimbal and LiDAR focus system
DJI's has revealed the Ronin 4D, a cinema camera system with a built-in 4-axis gimbal, 8K resolution and LiDAR rangefinder.
Read MoreRazer reveals new mics for pro and casual streamers
The $150 Seiren V2 Pro and $100 V2 X are available now.
Read MoreRaspberry Pi's Build HAT helps students build LEGO robots
Raspberry Pi has launched a new product that would make it easier to build robots out of LEGO components.
Read MoreRode's Wireless Go II can now be controlled via Android and iOS apps
Rode has unveiled a mobile app for the $299 Wireless Go II lavalier-type microphone, allowing users to unlock advanced features, control settings and more.
Read MoreSony's lightweight 70-200mm zoom has features designed for video creators
Sony has unveiled the FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II zoom lens that looks to be an interesting option for hybrid video and photo shooters.
Read MoreFujifilm launches its first wide-format Instax Link smartphone printer
Fujifilm has revealed a new Instax printer that supports its wider, more Polaroid-like film.
Read MoreBowers & Wilkins' new Zeppelin speaker was built for streaming
Bowers & Wilkins has launched a new version of its iconic Zeppelin speaker, and the company says it was re-imagined for the streaming age.
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AI (7)
McDonald's and IBM could bring AI-powered drive-thrus to more restaurants
McDonald's is selling its tech labs to IBM to help automate food orders through AI, removing some humans from drive-thrus.
Read MoreAdobe's Project Morpheus uses AI to automate frame-by-frame video edits
Building on the Neural Filters Adobe debuted last year, Project Morpheus is capable of automating frame-by-frame video edits in a way that produces consistent results.
Read MoreAdobe's Project In-Between uses AI to create 'living photos'
Adobe's Project In-Between creates "living photos" from separate still images with the help of AI.
Read MoreUK schools will use facial recognition to speed up lunch payments
UK schools are using facial recognition to speed up payments in canteens, raising privacy concerns.
Read MoreMoscow metro launches facial recognition payment system despite privacy concerns
The Moscow metro has launched what authorities say is the first mass-scale deployment of a facial recognition payment system.
Read MoreEuropean Parliament calls for a ban on facial recognition in public spaces
MEPs also said private facial recognition databases like Clearview AI should be prohibited.
Read MoreUber to face UK tribunal over 'racially discriminatory' facial recognition systems
Uber drivers in the UK are suing the ride-hailing company over its real-time biometric identification checks.
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Amazon owns a 20 percent stake in Rivian
Amazon owns a 20 percent stake in electric transport startup Rivian.
Read MoreAmazon will spend billions of dollars to offset holiday shipping slowdown
Amazon warns that global supply chain issues, labor shortages and increased shipping costs could incur "several billion dollars of additional costs" in the next quarter.
Read MoreAmazon's Prime Gaming titles for November include 'Control Ultimate Edition'
Expect a lot more goodies for 'LoL,' 'Valorant' and other Riot games over the next year too.
Read MoreAmazon's own TVs will support AirPlay 2 and HomeKit
Amazon Fire TV Omni and 4-series sets are adding AirPlay 2 and HomeKit support — you can use Siri to control your TV.
Read MoreAmazon's latest 'green' investments include EV charging and alternative fuel companies
The UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) kicks off on Sunday, and ahead of it some of tech's biggest companies are announcing new initiatives. Amazon is investing in three companies working on creating sustainable technology as part of its $2 billion Climate Pledge Fund.
Read MoreAmazon adds new colors and software features to Echo Frames
Amazon is adding two new colors to its Echo Frames lineup.
Read MoreAmazon’s Clubhouse competitor may let you DJ your own radio show
Adding music to the mix could make Project Mic more enticing than other live audio apps.
Read MoreVerizon partners with Amazon to offer satellite internet in rural areas
Amazon and Verizon are teaming up to use satellite internet and 5G to better serve rural areas.
Read MoreAmazon details custom Alexa programs for hospitals and retirement communities
Providers can manage their own version of the voice assistant through Alexa Smart Properties.
Read MoreAmazon workers in New York City are building toward a union vote
Amazon may soon face a second unionization effort in less than a year.
Read MoreAmazon adds 60 more stations to its Fire TV local news app
Stations in Charleston, Wichita, Tuscon, Reno, Raleigh-Durham and Honolulu have joined the lineup.
Read MoreAmazon accused of lying about its business practices to Congress
Antitrust subcommittee members want evidence to back up testimony from execs about the use of third-party seller data.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How Amazon's aggressive R&D push made it an e-commerce behemoth
In his latest book, The Exponential Age, author Azeem Azhar examines how the ever-increasing pace of technological progress is impacting, influencing — and often rebuilding — our social, political and economic mores from the ground up.
Read MoreAmazon India allegedly copied products and promoted its own versions in searches
The company used knockoff goods to bolster its product lines, according to Reuters.
Read MoreAmazon’s new work-from-home policy: let individual teams decide
Amazon will allow team directors to decide how often employees can work remotely as part of its latest return to office plan.
Read MoreAmazon secures giant tax breaks despite record profits and questionable labor practices
Amazon has received a record $650 million in tax breaks to grow its delivery network despite concerns about working conditions.
Read MoreAmazon opens its first 4-star store outside the US
Amazon has opened its first 4-star store outside the US.
Read MoreAmazon is reportedly working on a smart fridge that tracks what's inside
The appliance could help you order refills for items you run low on, according to 'Insider.'
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle is on sale for $60 right now
Amazon's regular Kindle is back down to $60 right now, which is $30 off its normal price.
Read MoreAmazon lets Prime members send gifts with only an email address or phone number
Amazon Prime members can now use the mobile Amazon Shopping app to send gifts to friends using just their phone number of email address.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Do you trust an Amazon robot in your home?
This week, Cherlynn and Devindra go over the news from Amazon's devices and services event, especially its Astro robot for the home.
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Apple (40)
Apple's mixed reality headset might play 'high-quality' VR games
Apple's mixed reality headset is reportedly built for 'high-quality' VR gaming.
Read MoreApple quietly discontinues the 21.5-inch iMac
Apple has quietly dropped the 21.5-inch iMac half a year after introducing the M1-powered model.
Read MoreApple's worst shipping delay is for a $19 polishing cloth
Apple is facing shipping delays for many products, but its biggest wait is for... a polishing cloth.
Read MoreMac revenue hit an all-time high last quarter, even without new MacBook Pros
Apple has made a lot of substantial tweaks to its product line up the last two years or so, and it appears to be making the right moves here. The company just reported its results for the quarter ending in September, and Apple made 29 percent more revenue than a year ago — that's $83.4 billion, for those keeping track.
Read MoreApple is the first public partner to join sustainable chip initiative
With the Sustainable Semiconductor Technologies and Systems program, Imec wants to help chipmakers reduce their carbon footprint.
Read MoreApple lets devs promote in-app events on the App Store
Apple today will start letting developers highlight their in-app events on the App Store
Read MoreApple sued in China for selling the iPhone 12 without a charger
Apple is facing a lawsuit in China over its decision to sell the iPhone 12 without a charger in the box.
Read MoreApple announces new climate initiatives ahead of the COP26 climate conference
Apple has "more than doubled" the number of suppliers using clean energy and unveiled new measures toward its goal of being carbon neutral by 2030
Read MoreHomePod mini software update adds support for Apple Music lossless
The original HomePod is getting lossless and Dolby Atmos.
Read MoremacOS Monterey is out now without SharePlay
Apple has overhauled Safari and FaceTime and added features including Focus Modes and Live Text.
Read MoreiOS 15.1 turns on SharePlay for Apple Fitness+
Group Workouts is now available on Apple Fitness+ with iOS 15.1, so you can get your sweat on with up to 32 friends.
Read More20 years ago Apple introduced the iPod, the perfect gateway drug to the Mac
The iPod was first announced 20 years ago, on October 23, 2001.
Read MoreSnap says Apple's privacy changes hurt its ad business more than it expected
Snap is finally seeing the effects of Apple's iOS 14 privacy changes on its ad business and the changes have had a bigger impact than it expected.
Read MoreApple will require unvaccinated employees to test for COVID-19 daily
Apple will require all unvaccinated corporate employees to be tested for COVID-19 every time they have to work in the office.
Read MoreiMovie for macOS Monterey can edit iPhone 13 Cinematic Mode videos
iMovie on the Mac is ready to edit Cinematic Mode videos from your iPhone 13 — if you have macOS Monterey.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Introducing Apple's new MacBook Pros and AirPods
Today's headlines: PS5 overtook Switch as the best-selling console in the US, Apple introduces its high-end MacBook Pros with new M1 Pro and M1 Max chips, Disney delays all of Marvel's 2022 films.
Read MoreHere's everything Apple announced at its fall Mac event
We take a look back at everything Apple announced at its recent Unleashed event devoted to the MacBook Pro.
Read MoreApple updates Final Cut and Logic to take advantage of new M1 Pro and Max chips
Apple has updated Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro to take advantage of the M1 Pro and M1 Max chips inside new MacBook Pros — including playback for seven 8K video streams.
Read MoreHow to pre-order Apple’s new AirPods and MacBook Pros
Here's how to pre-order the new Apple AirPods and the new 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro.
Read MoreApple’s macOS Monterey update is coming October 25th
The next version of macOS will be available to download beginning October 25th.
Read MoreApple's latest MacBook Pros have MagSafe, SD card slots and camera notches
It's been five years since Apple released a totally redesigned version of the MacBook Pro, a laptop that opened the company up to years of criticism for everything from its flawed keyboard design and the Touch Bar to its lack of any ports besides USB-C. But as expected, Apple is giving the MacBook Pro a complete do-over again, and it sounds like it'll be an improvement in a number of areas over the models it replaces.
Read MoreM1 Pro and M1 Max are Apple's high-end Mac chips
Apple is taking a two-pronged approach with M1 Pro and M1 Max, the two chips powering the company's 2021 MacBook Pros.
Read MoreApple's redesigned AirPods bring Spatial Audio and Adaptive EQ for $179
For the first time since 2019, Apple has refreshed its AirPods.
Read MoreApple’s HomePod mini lineup adds three new colors
Apple will soon offer the HomePod mini in three new colors: yellow, orange and blue.
Read MoreApple Music's new $5 plan only works with Siri
Apple Music is launching a Voice Plan that costs just $5 per month — if you're willing to rely solely on Siri.
Read MoreWatch Apple's 'Unleashed' event here at 1PM ET
Apple is streaming its 'Unleashed' event at 1PM Eastern — here's how to watch the live presentation with possible launches of new MacBook Pro models and AirPods.
Read MoreApple's new MacBook Pro chips may be called the M1 Pro and M1 Max
Apple's new 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro may use speedier M1 Pro and M1 Max chips.
Read MoreApple hires a new HomePod software lead amid speaker market struggles
Amid struggles to make headway in the smart speaker market, Apple has reportedly hired a new HomePod software head.
Read MoreWhat to expect from Apple’s October 18th ‘Unleashed’ event
We take a look at everything we could potentially see Apple announce during its upcoming October 18th hardware event.
Read MoreApple extends repair program for crackling AirPods Pro buds for one more year
Apple's repair program for AirPods Pro units with crackling sounds gets extended until October 2022.
Read MoreApple is reportedly exploring ways to use AirPods as health devices
Apple is reportedly studying ways to turn AirPods into health devices that could take your temperature or even check your posture.
Read MoreApple is holding its next event on October 18th
Apple is holding an 'Unleashed' event on October 18th where it's widely expected to introduce new MacBook Pros, among other possible introductions.
Read MoreApple files appeal to delay change in App Store payments
Apple is asking the court for a stay on the injunction to allow developers to link to alternative modes of payment in their apps.
Read MoreApple opens its Detroit Developer Academy to 100 students
Apple has opened its Developer Academy in Detroit, first announced early this year as part of its Racial Equity and Justice initiative.
Read MoreYour iPhone could eventually control your car's climate and seats
Apple is reportedly developing technology that use your iPhone to control a car's climate, radio and seats.
Read MoreApple says apps must offer a way to delete your account starting in early 2022
Users in some countries have another way to report issues with apps too.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 7 pre-orders open on October 8th
You can get your hands on the company's latest smartwatch on October 15th.
Read MoreApple makes it easier to report bad apps and scams
Following reports that revealed that a significant percentage of top App Store apps were scams, Apple is allowing users to report such behavior.
Read MoreApple is reportedly on track to release its new MacBook Pro this fall
There have been plenty of rumors about a totally redesigned MacBook Pro coming out this fall, and the reliable Mark Gurman at Bloomberg reported in his Power On newsletter that an M1X-powered MacBook Pro will arrive "in the next month."
Read MoreiOS 15 update to fix Apple Watch unlock bug is here
An iOS 15 update is here to solve an issue for iPhone 13 owners who use Apple Watch to unlock their phones.
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Patreon may let you reward creators with crypto
Patreon is considering policies that would let creators offer crypto coins to fans.
Read MoreHow to use SharePlay on iOS 15
How to get started and make the most of your SharePlay sessions on iOS 15.
Read MoreHinge users can send voice messages and add audio notes to profiles
More features for LGBTQ+ users are on the way too.
Read MoreWhatsApp's iOS-to-Android history transfer tool rolls out to Pixel devices
After debuting on Samsung Galaxy devices at the start of September, WhatsApp's cross-platform chat history transfer feature is now rolling out to the wider Android ecosystem.
Read MoreArtists can bake verification into their NFTs using Photoshop
Adobe is introducing a Photoshop feature that lets NFT creators prove the authenticity of their digital art.
Read MorePhotoshop update lets you simply hover over an object to select it
Adobe has unveiled its latest Photoshop update on desktop and iPad, and as with the last few versions, it's mostly about new AI tricks.
Read MoreAdobe brings Photoshop and Illustrator to the web
Adobe has announced that it's taken "a major step forward for collaboration" by bringing its Photoshop and Illustrator apps to the web.
Read MoreAdobe adds automatic sky and subject masking to Lightroom
New tools are coming to Lightroom today.
Read MoreAdobe is adding motion, reference layers and more to its Fresco painting app
Adobe is giving its free-to-use drawing and painting app even more tools.
Read MoreZoom's automatic closed captioning rolls out to all free users
Zoom's live transcription feature is now widely available to all free users.
Read MoreGoogle cuts Play Store fees for subscriptions and music streaming apps
Apple has also reduced fees in recent months as both companies face antitrust scrutiny.
Read MoreWhatsApp users can now shop for items by category using 'Collections'
WhatsApp has made it easier to buy products directly from a chat with the addition of Collections to its Catalog shopping feature.
Read MoreRoland's free mobile studio app helps you record fresh ideas
Roland has launched a free mobile app, Zentracker, that helps you record ideas when they're still hot.
Read MoreBrave’s privacy-first search engine is now built in to its browser
Brave is now using its privacy-focused search engine as the default in its browser, replacing Google.
Read MoreArtiphon's quirky Orba now lets you create musical 'selfies'
Artiphon has released an iOS app for the Orba musical instrument that lets you create musical "selfies" and videos.
Read MoreWeight loss app Noom gets into mental health coaching
Since 2011, Noom has made a name for itself as a weight loss app. Now it's expanding into mental wellness.
Read MoreClubhouse has a new high-quality audio option for musicians
Clubhouse is becoming more useful to bands and singers with a new feature called music mode.
Read MoreSpotify opens its Car Thing waitlist to all US users
You'll need a Spotify Premium subscription to actually use the music and podcast player though.
Read More'EVE Online' finally runs natively on the Mac
'EVE Online' is finally available as a native app on the Mac — no emulator required.
Read MoreAdobe is bringing Camera Raw editing to Photoshop on the iPad
You can use the tool to import any file format Camera Raw currently supports.
Read MoreChrome finally gets an Adobe Acrobat PDF editor
n a move that feels long overdue, Adobe is releasing Acrobat Chrome and Edge extensions that allow you to access its PDF tools directly through your browser.
Read MoreWaze and Headspace team up to make driving less stressful
You can change Waze's car icon to a hot air balloon and check out a dedicated Spotify playlist.
Read MoreFaceTime calls finally seem to be working in the UAE
The UAE appears to have relaxed its ban on FaceTime video calls, although it's not clear how permanent this change really is.
Read MoreRecommended Reading: Restaurants vs. food delivery apps
Recommended Reading highlights the week's best long-form writing on technology and more.
Read MoreCourtney Barnett's web app lets you remix her latest singles
Courtney Barnett has released a stem mixer that lets you rethink her latest album using nothing but your web browser.
Read MoreAdobe Elements 2022 will use AI for reframing, pet photo fixes and more
The Adobe Elements update includes Adobe's Sensei AI-based changes that make it easier to fix photos or videos, extend backgrounds, add animations and more.
Read MoreUber can track flights and adjust reservations when you're arriving late
Uber Reserve is now operating out of more than 20 US airports.
Read MoreGoogle Maps adds a dedicated 'lite' navigation mode for cyclists
Google Maps has included cycling directions for years now, but not a dedicated navigation mode for those who like to travel from place to place on two wheels.
Read MoreFirefox Focus revamp gives you more control over privacy and tracking
Mozilla has revamped its minimalist Firefox Focus browser with new shortcuts and privacy controls — and it's bringing Firefox to the Windows store.
Read MoreTinder is rolling out its own in-app 'coins'
Tinder will introduce a virtual in-app currency designed to help users spend more time on the site and eventually pay real money.
Read MoreMicrosoft Office 2021 starts at $150 and arrives on October 5th
The business version costs $250.
Read MoreFirefox on Android will soon autofill logins for all your apps
Mozilla's Firefox is introducing some new features that will make it easier and more secure to log in to apps on Android.
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G20 deal raises the minimum tax rate for big tech companies
G20 leaders have greenlit a deal that would set a global minimum tax rate of 15 percent for large companies, including big tech firms.
Read MoreIs Big Tech 'greenwashing' its environmental responsibilities ahead of COP26?
Do Big Tech's protestations of sustainable progress signify a legitimate effort to clean up its collective act or are they simply more PR spin?
Read MorePayPal confirms it isn't trying to acquire Pinterest right now
PayPal has stated that it's "not pursuing an acquisition of Pinterest at this time," effectively denying rumors of an imminent $45 billion acquisition.
Read MoreAdobe gives all US employees until December 8th to get COVID-19 vaccine
Adobe told US employees that they have to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by December 8th or else they'll be placed on unpaid leave.
Read MoreRegulator orders Apple, Google to hand over app store payment system data
A federal consumer bureau has ordered Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Google and others to hand over payment system data to investigate their practices.
Read MoreTesla posts a wildly profitable Q3 despite difficult car market
Despite a global pandemic and ongoing chip shortage, Tesla continues to make money hand over fist during Q3, 2021.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple's Mac and Google's Pixel events, previewed
Today's headlines: Russian crew returns from shooting the first feature film on the ISS, Apple's new MacBook Pro chips may be called the M1 Pro and M1 Max, Some UK schools will use facial recognition to speed up lunch payments.
Read MoreJack Dorsey says Square is ‘considering’ building a Bitcoin mining system
'Bitcoin mining should be as easy as plugging a rig into a power source,' Square CEO jack Dorsey said.
Read MoreSenate bill would prevent tech companies from favoring their products over rivals
Senators are introducing a bipartisan bill that would prevent Amazon, Apple and others from prioritizing their own products on their platforms.
Read MoreDoorDash establishes $1M relief fund for restaurants hit by natural disasters
Over the next year, DoorDash has earmarked $1,000,000 to support local restaurants affected by state or federally declared natural disasters.
Read MoreTesla is moving its headquarters to Texas from California
Tesla is moving its headquarters to Austin, Texas.
Read MoreSky's first smart TVs point to Comcast's box-less future
It is likely to provide the basis for Comcast's own rumored range of smart TVs.
Read MoreAT&T is reportedly One America News' primary financial backer
A report claims AT&T is the largest financial backer for One America News, even as OAN has been banned for spreading misinformation online.
Read MoreTesla must pay $137 million in discrimination lawsuit
Tesla has been ordered to pay $137 million in damages to a former Black worker who accused the company of ignoring discrimination and racial abuse.
Read MoreApple, Amazon and others back groups trying to kill US climate legislation
Disney and Microsoft are also connected to lobbyists who are fighting the $3.5 trillion budget bill.
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Buying Guides (48)
Amazon offers steep discounts on recent Echo devices
Amazon is running a huge sale on recent Echo, Echo Show and Kindle devices.
Read MoreiRobot's poop-detecting Roomba j7+ vacuum is cheaper than ever right now
iRobot's new Roomba j7 and j7+ robot vacuums are $150 off right now.
Read MoreAirPods Pro with MagSafe are $30 off, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include $30 off Apple's updated AirPods Pro, $50 off the latest MacBook Pros and $1,500 off Samsung's Premiere Projector.
Read MoreThe 1TB 11-inch iPad Pro is cheaper than ever right now
Amazon knocks $200 off Apple's 11-inch iPad Pro with 1TB of storage.
Read MoreGoogle's Nest Audio hits new low of $60 at B&H Photo
A few Google devices have hit record-low prices, including the Nest Audio, which is down to $60.
Read MoreNinja's 10-in-1 multicooker is 41 percent off at Amazon today
Ninja's Foodi 10-in-1 multicooker has dropped to $119 in a one-day-only sale — a good bargain if you want an alternative to Instant Pot.
Read MoreShark's self-emptying robot vacuum is nearly half off today
The Shark IQ robot vacuum with clean base is over $280 off today at Amazon.
Read MoreBlink security cameras are up to 33 percent off right now
Amazon knocks up to 33 percent off Blink home security cameras.
Read MoreThe new 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros are already discounted at Amazon
Apple's new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros are $50 off at Amazon right now.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Pro with MagSafe charging are already down to $220
Apple's AirPods Pro with the new MagSafe charger are on sale at Amazon for the first time for $29 off.
Read MoreGarmin smartwatches are up to 52 percent off at Amazon for today only
Garmin smartwatches are up to 52 percent off at Amazon as part of a one day sale, with most 40 percent off.
Read MoreSony's WH-1000XM4 headphones fall to $248, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include over $100 of Sony's WH-1000XM4 headphones, $150 off the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 and $30 off the Roku Streambar.
Read MoreAmazon's big Samsung sale includes laptops, watches, phones and storage
Amazon's deal of the day is all about Samsung today, with products on sale ranging from laptops to Galaxy S smartphones to storage.
Read MoreApple's AirTags are 10 percent off at Woot today
Apple's AirTags are down to $26 each when you buy them from Woot today only.
Read MoreThe 12.9-inch iPad Pro is $200 off at Amazon right now
Amazon knocks $200 off the 256GB 12.9-inch iPad Pro, bringing it down to an all-time-low price.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Watch 4 drops to new low of $220 at Amazon
Amazon knocks up to 14 percent off Samsung's Galaxy Watch 4 wearables.
Read MoreThe top tech deals in Best Buy's early Black Friday sale
Here's a list of the best tech deals in Best Buy's first early Black Friday sale of 2021.
Read MoreApple cuts the price of the second-gen AirPods to $129
With a new model on the way, Apple is offering a discount on the 2019 AirPods, starting at $129.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Z Flip 3 is only $850 at Amazon
Amazon knocks $150 off the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 foldable smartphone, bringing it down to a record-low price.
Read MoreAmazon one-day sale knocks up to 43 percent off Sony TVs
Sony OLED and LED TVs are down to all-time-low prices at Amazon for today only.
Read MoreRoku's Streambar returns to record low of $100 ahead of the holidays
Some of Roku's top streaming devices, the Roku Streambar and the Roku Ultra, are down to record-low prices.
Read MoreSony's impressive WH-1000XM4s fall back to an all-time low of $248
Amazon is offering Sony's WH-1000XM4 headphones for $248 ($102 off) in black, blue and silver — matching the best price we've seen yet on that model.
Read MoreJabra's wireless earbuds are up to 40 percent off at Amazon for today only
Jabra's Elite 75t and 85t wireless earbuds are up to 40 percent off as part of a one-day Amazon sale.
Read MoreThe Apple TV 4K drops to $160, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include $20 off the latest Apple TV 4K, $100 off the 11-inch iPad Pro and $80 off Bose's QuietComfort earbuds.
Read MoreAmazon slashes up to 26 percent off monitors from Dell and LG
Amazon's deal of the day includes a bunch of monitors and Chromebooks on sale for up to 26 percent lower than their usual price.
Read MoreMost 11-inch iPad Pro models are $100 off at Amazon right now
The 11-inch iPad Pro is $100 off at Amazon right now.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The best fitness trackers
Today's headlines: HTC's Vive Flow is a lighter VR headset built for entertainment and wellness, A planet orbiting a dead star offers a glimpse at our own solar system's fate, Nanoleaf Lines are customizable smart light bars.
Read MoreA bunch of Bose headphones and earbuds are on sale at Amazon right now
Amazon slashes up to 29 percent off Bose headphones and earbuds.
Read MoreAmazon’s second-gen Echo Show 8 falls back to $100
Echo Show 8 is now on sale on Amazon for $100, $30 less than its original price.
Read MoreThe 512GB Mac Mini M1 is down to $750 on Amazon
Amazon knocks up to $150 off the Apple Mac Mini M1 desktop.
Read MoreThe latest Apple TV 4K drops to $160 at Amazon
Amazon knocks $20 off the 2021 Apple TV 4K streaming device.
Read MoreApple's MacBook Air M1 returns to record low of $850 at Amazon
Amazon knocks the MacBook Air M1 down to a record low of $850.
Read MoreSony's WF-1000XM3 wireless earbuds drop to an all-time low of $128
Sony's still-excellent WF-1000XM3 wireless earbuds are on sale for $128, the lowest prices we've seen yet.
Read MoreAmazon one-day sale takes up to 52 percent off WD and SanDisk storage
If you're looking for a storage bump on your camera, PC, smartphone or Switch console, Amazon is featuring SanDisk and WD storage as it's Deal of the Day.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Max headphones are $100 off at Amazon
Apple's AirPods Max headphones are on sale in all colors $449 at Amazon.
Read MoreOwlet's smart baby sock is 20 percent off at Amazon for today only
Owlet's smart baby sock has dropped to $240, a hefty 20 percent off, as part of a one-day Amazon sale.
Read MoreAirPods Pro drop to $179, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include $70 off the AirPods Pro, $20 off the Apple TV 4K and $600 off a Razer gaming laptop.
Read MoreThe 2020 Razer Blade Stealth is $600 off at Amazon right now
Amazon knocks hundreds off the 2020 Razer Blade Stealth laptop, as well as other Razer gaming laptops.
Read MoreApple's 2020 iPad Air has never been cheaper on Amazon
Apple's 2020 iPad Air is on salel at Amazon for today only starting at $489.
Read MoreSegway's Ninebot ES4 scooter is $260 off today only
Amazon has a one-day sale on Segway devices that knocks $260 off the Ninebot ES4 electric scooter.
Read MoreApple's AirTags are cheaper than usual when you buy four
Woot is selling an Apple AirTag four-pack for $95 — a bargain if you need to track multiple items.
Read MoreLenovo's excellent Flex 5 Chromebook is $300 on Amazon today only
Amazon's one-day-only sale knocks $130 off Lenovo's Flex 5 Chromebook.
Read MoreThe Apple TV 4K 32GB drops to $159 at Adorama
The Apple TV 4K 32GB model is now on sale for just $159 at Adorama, a savings of $20.
Read MoreAmazon's Fire Kids Pro tablets are up to 40 percent off right now
Grab an Amazon Fire 7 Kids Pro tablet for only $60 in a new sale.
Read MoreCrucial, PNY and Lexar storage is up to 32 percent off on Amazon today only
PNY, Lexar and Crucial storage devices are up to 32 percent off in an Amazon one-day sale.
Read MoreThe Beats Studio Buds are on sale for $125 right now on Amazon
The Beats Studio Buds hit a new record-low price of $125 in a new Amazon sale.
Read MoreAirPods Pro drop back down to $179 on Amazon
Amazon knocked up to 35 percent off Apple AirPods in a limited-time sale.
Read MoreApple's Mac Mini M1 is $100 off, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include $100 off Apple's Mac Mini M1, Google's original Nest Hub for $40 and $100 off Solo Stove fire pits.
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Computing (11)
Teenage Engineering made a mini ITX case called Computer–1
"It's not a ground-breaking PC case, but we like it, and use it every day."
Read MoreRaspberry Pi packs more power into its $15 Zero 2 W board
Raspberry Pi has introduced a new version of its tiny wireless Zero W board with improved performance, added features and a slightly higher $15 price tag.
Read MoreIntel's hybrid 12th-gen chips are a major strike against AMD
Intel's performance hybrid CPUs are finally here.
Read MoreEero will upgrade mesh WiFi routers to support the Matter smart home standard
Eero says it will upgrade its 'modern' WiFi mesh routers to the new Matter smart home standard.
Read MoreAMD and Microsoft issue fixes for Ryzen CPU slowdowns on Windows 11
The patches should resolve processor slowdowns.
Read MoreRaspberry Pi announces first-ever price increase due to component shortages
Raspberry Pi is bringing back the 2GB Pi 4's $45 pricing.
Read MoreChrome OS adds more natural voices for 'Select-to-speak' accessibility feature
With today's update, more natural voices are available in 25 languages and various accents, with more to come.
Read MoreAMD's Radeon RX 6600 is a $329 GPU for 1080p gaming
The Radeon RX 6600 is AMD's final GPU release of 2021.
Read MoreNetgear's quad-band WiFi 6E mesh router will set you back $1,500
Netgear has unveiled the 'first' quad-band WiFi 6E mesh router, but that bleeding-edge networking will cost you dearly.
Read MoreSony and TSMC may team up to tackle global chip shortages
Sony and TSMC are reportedly planning a joint factory that could tackle chip shortages for cameras and cars.
Read MoreAMD vows to fix Ryzen processor slowdowns on Windows 11
Installing Windows 11 might make the apps on your AMD-powered computer slower, the chipmaker has warned.
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Cybersecurity (19)
US retailers stop selling security cameras made by some Chinese companies
Home Depot and Best Buy have pulled the products of Chinese tech surveillance makers linked to human rights abuses from their shelves.
Read MoreMicrosoft says SolarWinds hackers may have breached 14 more companies
Nobelium attempted 23,000 attacks since July but had a low success rate, according to Microsoft.
Read MoreGrocery chain Tesco suffers two-day outage following hack
UK grocery chain Tesco has faced outages for two days after hacks, leaving many unable to order food.
Read MoreCommerce Department limits sale of hacking tools to Russia and China
The US Commerce Department has announced new rules related to the export and resale of cyber intrusion software.
Read MoreDonald Trump's campaign website was defaced by a hacker
Hackers defaced Donald Trump's website and replaced a page with a Turkish message.
Read MoreSinclair Broadcast Group says it has been hit by a ransomware attack
The hackers obtained data from the company's servers.
Read MoreJudge bars county clerk after voting machine passwords leaked to QAnon
This week, a Colorado judge barred Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters from overseeing the county's upcoming November election in relation to a leak of voting machine BIOS passwords.
Read MoreTwitch says no passwords were leaked in security breach
The livestreaming site said it's confident that 'the customer impact is minimal.'
Read MoreMissouri governor threatens to prosecute journalist for sharing web security flaw
Missouri Governor Mike Parson has accused a reporter of being a 'hacker' after he alerted the government to website security flaws.
Read MoreSecurity flaws at NFT marketplace OpenSea left users' crypto wallets open to attack
After finding itself embroiled in a controversy over insider trading, NFT marketplace OpenSea is getting some more bad press.
Read More1Password's new feature lets you safely share passwords using just a link
1Password launches Psst!, which lets you share log-in credentials with anybody.
Read MoreUS Justice Department forms a cryptocurrency enforcement team
The United States Department of Justice has announced the formation of the National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team.
Read MoreTwitch says 'server configuration change' led to massive data leak
Twitch has released an update on a massive hack that appears to have exposed source code, streamer payment figures and other information.
Read MoreTwitch's source code and streamer payment figures have been leaked following hack
Hackers claim to have accessed Twitch and leaked a vast amount of company data, including creator payouts, proprietary code and the "entirety of Twitch.tv."
Read MoreMajor SMS routing company says it was the victim of a five-year hack (updated)
A company that routs SMS messages for major US carriers said it had been hacked for five years, but it's not clear how much damage was done.
Read MoreYubico's new security keys have fingerprint readers for added protection
YubiKey Bio devices are available in USB-A and USB-C formats.
Read MoreCoinbase hackers exploit multi-factor flaw to steal from 6,000 customers
Bad actors were able to steal cryptocurrency from around 6,000 Coinbase customers by exploiting a multi-factor authentication flaw.
Read MoreUS will bring together 30 countries to tackle ransomware
The Biden administration plans to bring together 30 countries later this month to discuss the threat ransomware attacks pose to global economic and national security.
Read MoreFCC proposes new rules to combat SIM swapping scams
The FCC has started the rulemaking process to address SIM swapping scams and port-out frauds.
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Entertainment (1)
Pokémon is coming to Universal Studios Japan next year
Universal Studios Japan has teamed up with the Pokémon Company to develop "groundbreaking" entertainment starting in 2022.
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EVs and Transportation (46)
Tesla recalls nearly 3,000 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles over separating suspensions
Notification letters are heading to affected owners on December 24th.
Read MoreToyota's first battery EV has 280-mile range and a solar roof option
Toyota has shared the first details on its upcoming bZ4X SUV.
Read MoreMercedes cars will have optional Dolby Atmos audio starting in 2022
Mercedes is bringing Dolby Atmos audio to its cars, starting with its poshest models.
Read MoreTesla's Sentry Mode now offers drivers a live view of their car
Tesla has launched live view for Sentry Mode.
Read MoreMercedes' electric delivery van concept cleans the surrounding air
Mercedes has unveiled an electric delivery van concept that's so eco-friendly it purifies nearby air.
Read MoreOnewheel GT is Future Motion's first three-horsepower electric board
The Onewheel Pint X, meanwhile, is an upgraded version of the Pint.
Read MoreThe all-electric i4 is a no-compromise BMW that happens to be an EV
We had a chance to drive the 2022 BMW i4 M50 in Germany and, if you've been waiting for an electric BMW sedan that delivers that ultimate driving machine feeling, look no further.
Read MoreUber will rent up to 50,000 Tesla EVs to drivers
Uber will rent up to 50,000 Tesla EVs to US drivers through Hertz, potentially saving them money as they help the planet.
Read MoreThe 2022 Range Rover will come with both 'mild' and plug-in hybrid powertrains
On Tuesday, Land Rover executives showed off a strikingly well-appointed 5th generation luxury SUV that's also surprisingly friendly to the environment, if not your budget.
Read MoreGM will install as many as 40,000 community EV charging stations
GM plans to install as many as 40,000 EV charging stations to bolster community access.
Read MoreVolvo’s 2022 C40 Recharge adds fastback style to the XC40
Volvo's first pure EV, the 2022 C40 Recharge, offers a 225 mile range.
Read MoreHertz reportedly orders 100,000 Teslas in the single largest EV purchase ever
Tesla has just had a double-shot of good news on the sales front today.
Read MoreElon Musk says 'issues' have forced Tesla to pull its latest full self-driving beta
Tesla's latest Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta software 10.3 has been pulled shortly after it was released, with CEO Elon Musk citing "some issues."
Read MoreTesla hikes prices across its EV lineup
Tesla has raised prices for all its EVs, with the Model S and X now costing $5,000 more.
Read MoreLyft's first safety report reveals over 4,000 sexual assault cases
Lyft has finally published its first safety report.
Read MoreThe Dutch government claims it can decrypt Tesla's hidden driving data
Tesla's closely-guarded driving data has been decrypted for the first time, according to a Dutch government-run forensic lab.
Read MorePolestar gives owners two years of free fast charging from Electrify America
Polestar 2 drivers now get two years of free fast charging at Electrify America stations, albeit for 30 minutes at a time.
Read MoreThe Boring Company gets approval for Las Vegas public transportation system
On Wednesday, Clark County Commissioners voted unanimously to approve plans for The Boring Company's Vegas Loop system.
Read MoreVolvo’s new in-car app squeezes every last mile out of your EV’s battery
Volvo and Polestar EVs are getting an app that optimizes range — it'll even adjust the climate control automatically.
Read MoreAmazon-owned Zoox to start testing its autonomous vehicles in Seattle
Amazon's Zoox has announced that it's testing its Level 3 autonomous vehicles in Seattle.
Read MoreToyota will build a US battery plant as part of a $3.4 billion investment
As part of a $3.4 billion investment, Toyota plans to build a US battery manufacturing plant that will eventually employ 1,750 workers.
Read MoreFoxconn unveils three new EV prototypes
At its HHTD21 event, Foxconn unveiled three electric vehicle prototypes including two sedans and an electric bus.
Read MoreTesla starts delivering refreshed Model X to customers
Tesla has started delivering its revised Model X, but new buyers could be waiting several months for their electric crossovers.
Read MoreTesla opens Model Y pre-orders in the UK for early 2022 delivery
The Long Range All-Wheel-Drive model starts at £54,990.
Read MoreTesla debuts new car insurance that uses Texans' real-time driving behavior
Tesla now offers insurance in Texas, and it calculates for premiums based on owners' real-time driving behavior.
Read MoreVolvo reveals its first vehicle made of fossil-free steel
Volvo has revealed what it says is the world's first vehicle made of fossil-free steel: A load carrier made for quarrying and mining.
Read MoreBird will test sensors that prevent riding on sidewalks
Collaborating with a firm called U-blox, the company has developed a custom multi-sensor and GPS module it says is far more accurate than other solutions at detecting when someone drives a scooter onto a sidewalk.
Read MoreLucid details the Air's semi-autonomous driving features
Lucid has detailed its Air EV's semi-autonomous driving assistant, although its most advanced features won't be available for a long while.
Read MoreVanMoof's fastest e-bike yet tops out at 31 MPH
The company plans to start shipping its first hyperbike in late 2022.
Read MoreLG will cover nearly the entire cost of GM's Chevy Bolt EV recall
GM has reached a deal that should make LG pay nearly all the cost of the Bolt EV and EUV recall — about $1.9 billion dollars.
Read MoreInfiniti will offer CarPlay as a free upgrade to 'most' 2020 and 2021 models
Infiniti is offering to upgrade its 2020 and 2021 QX80, Q50, Q60 and Q60 SUV with Apple CarPlay capabilities for free through March 2022.
Read MoreRoving bands of Ford ‘Charge Angels’ will repair EV charging stations
Ford plans to employ a group of "Charge Angels" to ensure owners of its EVs can find reliable charging when they need it.
Read MoreGM begins replacing recalled Chevy Bolt batteries
Following multiple production delays, the latest Chevy Bolt EV recall is officially underway.
Read MoreGogoro launches its battery-swapping tech in China
Gogoro has announced that its hot-swappable battery technology has arrived China and will be compatible with two local scooter brands so far.
Read MoreTesla's Berlin Gigafactory could produce EVs as soon as November
Elon Musk says the Tesla Gigafactory in Berlin could start producing Model Y cars as soon as November, although it might take a year to get up to speed.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How Los Angeles became a 'Freewaytopia'
In his latest book, Freewaytopia: How Freeways Shaped Los Angeles, author Paul Haddad takes readers on a whirlwind tour through the history and lore of Los Angeles' sprawling highway system.
Read MoreKia’s Sorento plug-in hybrid is racing in the 1,500-mile Rebelle Rally
Two modified Kia Sorento plug-in hybrids are racing in the 1,500-mile Rebelle Rally.
Read MoreThe Geneva International Motor Show is canceled for a third straight year
For the third straight year, the Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS) won't go forward due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Read MoreLyft now lets you pay for your Tinder date's ride
Lyft now lets you send a ride to your Tinder date — just in time to revive in-person romance.
Read MoreChevrolet's electric Silverado will debut at CES 2022
GM CEO Mary Barra will unveil the electric Chevrolet Silverado during her CES 2022 opening keynote.
Read MoreGM unveils a hands-free driving system that works in nearly all of the US and Canada
On Wednesday, GM unveiled its next-generation hands-free driving system — one that the company claims will work in "95 percent of all driving scenarios" — dubbed, Ultra Cruise.
Read MoreTesla sales continue to surge in the face of chip shortages
The shrinking supply of components has slowed car sales for almost everyone except Tesla.
Read MoreBMW’s iX SUV sets the automaker on the correct EV path
Roberto Baldwin takes BMW's iX EV out for a first drive. If you can get past the grille, it's shaping up to be a great SUV, and one that puts the German automaker on the right EV path.
Read MoreToyota's three-wheeled 'C+walk' picks up where Segway left off
Toyota designed its new C+walk electric scooter to help people with limited mobility.
Read MoreGM's US factories will switch to renewable energy five years ahead of schedule
GM has announced that it will be five years ahead of schedule on plans to use 100 percent renewable energy.
Read MoreWaymo and Cruise get DMV approval to offer autonomous rides in California
The California DMV has given both Waymo and Cruise permission to offer the general public autonomous vehicle rides.
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Gaming (52)
Roblox comes back online after three-day outage
Roblox is finally restoring service after a nearly three-day outage.
Read MoreRoblox says its extra-long outage can't be blamed on Chipotle
Roblox has been down for well over a day, but the company stresses that it wasn't due to a Chipotle promo.
Read MoreAmy Hennig's new studio is making a game with Marvel
After years of radio silence, Amy Hennig reveals she's working on a new AAA game with Marvel.
Read MoreHow Resident Evil's tallest and most terrifying vampire lady, Alcina Dimitrescu, came to life
Presentation director Masato Miyazaki discusses her origins and how she evolved during mocap.
Read More'Assassin's Creed Infinity' game won't be free-to-play
Assassin's Creed Infinity won't be a free-to-play online game, Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot has confirmed during the developer's latest earnings call.
Read MoreVR hit 'Blade & Sorcery' comes to Oculus Quest 2 on November 4th
The VR swordfighting hit 'Blade & Sorcery' is coming to Oculus Quest 2 headsets on November 4th through a new game, 'Nomad.'
Read More'Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas' is coming to VR on Oculus Quest 2
One of the most-loved entries in Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto series is coming to VR.
Read MoreActivision Blizzard ends forced arbitration for harassment and discrimination claims
Following months of pressure from employees and workers, Activision Blizzard says it will no longer employ forced arbitration in sexual harassment and discrimination claims.
Read MoreZelda-like 'Death's Door' heads to PlayStation and Switch on November 23rd
Death's Door, one of the best indie games to come out earlier this year, is heading to PlayStation consoles.
Read More'Call of Duty: Vanguard' install size maxes out at 93GB on consoles, thankfully
Previous games in the series have crested 200GB, so this is good news.
Read MoreHow California's wildfire skies ended up in 'Call of Duty: Vanguard'
The orange glow over Stalingrad is actually lethal Bay Area light.
Read MoreStreamlabs says Facebook Gaming views have overtaken YouTube Gaming
For the first time ever, Facebook Gaming passed YouTube Gaming in terms of hours watched.
Read MoreGoogle Stadia introduces free trials with its own 'Hello Engineer' game
Stadia appears to have added support for free game trials starting with one of its own exclusive titles, 'Hello Engineer.'
Read MoreNiantic's 'Pikmin Bloom' mobile game starts rolling out
Niantic, Pokémon Go's creator, has released a new mobile game called Pikmin Bloom.
Read MoreBlizzard cancels BlizzConline 2022 amid sexual harassment scandal
Without directly referencing the sexual harassment scandal that has rocked the studio in recent months, Blizzard notes it plans to take time to "reimagine" BlizzCon.
Read More'A Quiet Place' is being adapted into a video game
Saber Interactive plans to release the single-player horror adventure title in 2022.
Read MoreResident Evil's Chris Redfield and Jill Valentine come to 'Fortnite'
Iconic Resident Evil characters Chris Redfield and Jill Valentine are now available in 'Fortnite.'
Read MoreHasbro unveils 'ultimate' Nerf version of the Halo Needler gun
Hasbro has introduced a limited-edition Halo Needler Nerf blaster that gets much closer to the weapon from the game.
Read More'Overwatch' hero McCree will be renamed Cole Cassidy on October 26th
As of October 26th, Overwatch hero Jesse McCree will be known as Cole Cassidy.
Read MoreDiscord now displays more detailed information about the EA games your friends are playing
EA adds launcher level integration for Discord's Rich Presence functionality.
Read MoreCD Projekt buys the indie studio behind 'The Flame in the Flood'
The developer is making a game based on one of the 'Cyberpunk 2077' publisher's IPs.
Read MoreThe remastered Grand Theft Auto trilogy arrives November 11th
The bundle costs $60, and it includes notable visual and gameplay upgrades.
Read More'Stardew Valley' creator's next game is 'Haunted Chocolatier'
Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone, aka "ConcernedApe," has made a surprise unveiling of his next game, Haunted Chocolatier.
Read More'Among Us' will hit Xbox and PlayStation on December 14th
This holiday season will be extremely sus.
Read MoreEpic Games Publishing picks up indie studios Eyes Out and Spry Fox
From Nine Inch Nails to Cozy Grove, these are two very different creative forces.
Read More'Cyberpunk 2077' PS5 and Xbox Series X/S upgrades delayed until 2022
CD Projekt Red also postponed the current-gen version of 'The Witcher 3.'
Read MoreSquare Enix opens a new studio dedicated to mobile games
Square Enix has opened a London Mobile studio devoted to phone games, including upcoming 'Tomb Raider' and 'Last Airbender' titles.
Read MoreThe new Assassin's Creed educational tour lets you explore the Viking Age
A new Discovery Tour in 'Assassin's Creed Valhalla' gives you the chance to explore Viking-era England and Norway.
Read More'LEGO Star Wars: Castaways' arrives November 19th on Apple Arcade
LEGO Star Wars: Castaways, an Apple Arcade exclusive, will be available on November 19th.
Read MoreActivision Blizzard says over 20 employees have 'exited' following harassment cases
Activision Blizzard has fired more than 20 employees as part of its efforts to change its company culture.
Read MorePS5 overtook Switch as the best-selling console in the US last month
For the first time in nearly three years, the Nintendo Switch wasn't the best-selling console in the US.
Read More'Elden Ring' is delayed by five weeks
If you're lucky, you can play a chunk early as part of a closed network test in November.
Read More'Suicide Squad' game trailer shows why you'll take down the Justice League
Rocksteady and Warner Bros. have shared a story trailer for the 'Suicide Squad' game that explains just why you must take down the Justice League.
Read MoreFIFA isn't thrilled with EA's dominance of soccer games
FIFA says one company shouldn't control all gaming rights to its soccer league — and it's exploring deals that would reduce EA's grip.
Read MoreThere's now an official 'Minecraft' gaming chair
Microsoft, Mojang and Secretlab have collaborated on an official 'Minecraft' gaming chair.
Read MoreAnalogue Pocket's OS is meant as the 'definitive' platform for retro games
Analogue has revealed the OS for its Pocket handheld, and it's intended as an authoritative platform for retro gamers.
Read More'Genshin Impact' now supports 120 fps on the iPhone 13 Pro and iPad Pro
The popular iOS game Genshin Impact is taking advantage of the iPhone 13 Pro's higher-refresh ProMotion display with a new 120fps mode.
Read MoreRoblox will offer layered clothing and facial gestures for more realistic avatars
Roblox wants to make its avatars look less blocky and more realistic.
Read MoreBattlefield 2042’s Hazard Zone mode is about collecting intel with your team
You might be able to win a round without firing a shot.
Read More'Call of Duty: Vanguard' Zombies takes players to an undead-infested Stalingrad
Activision has shared the first trailer and details on Call of Duty Vanguard Zombies.
Read More‘Monument Valley 2’ gets a new chapter four years after its debut
Ustwo Games added 'The Lost Forest' to promote forest conservation.
Read MoreEA Sports is deleting ex-Raiders coach Jon Gruden from 'Madden NFL 22'
He'll be replaced with a generic likeness.
Read MoreDreamlike platformer 'Solar Ash' is delayed until December 2nd
Heart Machine will use the time to polish its follow-up to 'Hyper Light Drifter.'
Read More'Call of Duty: Warzone' and 'Vanguard' anti-cheat updates include a kernel-level driver
RICOCHET Anti-Cheat will roll out this year.
Read More'NBA 2K22 Arcade Edition' hits Apple Arcade on October 19th
The classic iOS game 'Tiny Wings' will also join the lineup this Friday.
Read MoreThree classic Grand Theft Auto games will be re-released on modern platforms
Rockstar is enhancing the graphics and gameplay of 'GTA III', 'Vice City' and 'San Andreas.'
Read MoreEidos' Quebec game studios shift to a four-day work week
Eidos' Montreal and Sherbrooke studios are switching to a four-day work week to minimize crunch.
Read More'Dead Cells' creator will release firefighting game 'Nuclear Blaze' on October 18th
Sébastien Benard, the lead developer and designer for hit indie game Dead Cells, is releasing Nuclear Blaze on October 18th.
Read MoreJabra's owner buys SteelSeries to expand into gaming gear
Jabra owner GN is buying SteelSeries to expand into gaming gear like headsets.
Read MoreWith 'Ghost Recon Frontline,' Ubisoft tries to cash in on the battle royale fad (again)
Ubisoft is working on a free-to-play battle royale set in the Ghost Recon universe.
Read MoreJames Bond's latest Aston Martin is coming to 'Rocket League'
One of James Bond's cars in 'No Time to Die,' the Aston Martin Valhalla hybrid, is coming to 'Rocket League' on October 7th.
Read MoreFinal Fantasy Souls-like 'Stranger in Paradise' arrives March 18th
A timed multiplayer demo is available now on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
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Google (36)
Google Fi will soon offer end-to-end encrypted calls
If you're a Google Fi subscriber, the next time you phone someone your call may be protected by end-to-end encryption.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Android 12L is Google's latest tablet effort
Today's headlines: Google gives Android on tablets another shot with Android 12L, Intel's hybrid 12th-gen chips are a major strike against AMD and iOS 15's SharePlay is finally here.
Read MoreGoogle now lets users ask for images of minors to be removed from Search
Google has activated a safety feature that lets minors under 18 request that images of themselves be removed from search results.
Read MoreGoogle Meet moderation gets easier with audio mute locks
Google is introducing a new tool to help Meet hosts corral rowdy participants.
Read MoreGoogle will make it easier to separate your work and personal apps on Android
Google plans to bring Android's work profile feature to more devices.
Read MoreGoogle is redesigning its smart home Developer Center to support Matter device makers
The developer center will include everything companies need to build for the Google Home ecosystem.
Read MoreGoogle starts licensing Stadia tech to other companies
AT&T wireless customers can stream 'Batman: Arkham Knight' for free... on desktop.
Read MoreGoogle Calendar's 'focus time' can auto-block meeting requests
Google Calendar now has a 'focus time' feature that can auto-block meeting requests to spare you from interruptions.
Read MoreHere's everything Google announced at its Pixel 6 event
We take a look back at everything Google announced its Pixel 6 event on Tuesday.
Read MoreGoogle turns those annoying call center menus into easy-to-navigate screens
Google Assistant is now smart enough to stay on the line so you don't have to listen to hold music. It'll also show you automated menu options during a call.
Read MoreGoogle shows off new security hub and privacy dashboard for Pixel 6
Google showed off a new security hub and privacy dashboard for the Pixel 6 that make it easier to manage important settings.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 6 can translate text as you type
Live Translate is one of many AI features powered by the new Tensor chip.
Read MoreReal Tone is Google's attempt at a more inclusive Android camera
The software comes standard in the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro.
Read MoreGoogle details the Pixel 6's unique Tensor chip
Google's Tensor SoC will power the Pixel 6 phones. Now, we know exactly what makes Tensor tick.
Read MorePixel Pass bundles a phone with Google services for $45 per month
Google has launched a Pixel Pass subscription that mates a Pixel 6 with multiple services for $45 per month.
Read MoreWatch Google's Pixel 6 event with us here at 1PM ET
Google's Pixel 6 event starts at 1PM Eastern — you can watch it with us right here.
Read MoreGoogle mobile search results get ‘continuous scrolling’ treatment
In the US, Google is rolling out a tweak that does away with the "See more" prompt you've had to tap on previously to load additional search results on mobile devices.
Read MoreGoogle's Pocket Gallery art museum experiences come to the web
Google is opening up its Pocket Gallery feature to everyone on web, letting you explore artworks on desktop or mobile devices without AR capabilities.
Read MoreGoogle will stop trying to make its iOS apps look like Android apps
Google says it will phase out its use of Material Design interface elements within its iOS apps in favor of Apple's own UIKit.
Read MoreGoogle Cloud will show users their gross carbon emissions
The company says Earth Engine can help businesses tackle climate change.
Read MoreThe Morning After: 15 years of Google Docs
Today's headlines: Facebook whistleblower will brief the company's Oversight Board on cross check rules for VIPs, Roving bands of Ford 'Charge Angels' will repair EV charging stations and California could ban gas-powered generators and mowers by 2024.
Read MoreGoogle countersues Epic Games for sidestepping fees on in-app purchases
Google has countersued Epic over in-app purchases on Fortnite, saying it "willfully breached" its Play Store developer agreement.
Read More15 years of Google Docs, and where the next 15 might take us
A look back at 15 years of Google Docs, and where collaboration software might go next.
Read MoreGoogle TV is adding multi-user support and an improved ambient mode
Google TV is about to make it easier for everyone in your household to maintain their own watchlists.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Google might offer a Pixel Phone subscription bundle
Today's headlines: Google might offer a subscription bundle with its next Pixel phone, Burger King's Impossible Nuggets go on sale this week, Sony and TSMC may team up to tackle global chip shortages.
Read More'Pixel Pass' might be Google's answer to the Apple One bundle
A leak hints Google is planning a 'Pixel Pass' that would offer a Pixel 6 and a host of services for one monthly fee, rivalling services like Apple One.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 6 teasers confirm five years of Android security updates
Teasers for Google's Pixel 6 and 6 Pro confirm at least five years of OS security updates.
Read MoreChrome's RSS follow button is now available to all Android users
The feature should hit iOS next year.
Read MoreGoogle adds a guitar tuner to Search
Google has released a built-in tuner for Search that you can access on any device.
Read MoreYouTube blocks ads on climate change denial videos
YouTube is pulling ads from videos peddling climate change denial.
Read MoreAlphabet's Wing tests drone deliveries from shopping center rooftops in Australia
Alphabet subsidiary Wing has launched a pilot program that will have its drones fly products from the rooftops of shopping centers.
Read MoreGoogle turns its AI on traffic lights to reduce pollution
Google is working on a project that could use AI to make traffic lights more efficient and, as a result, decrease pollution in general.
Read MoreGoogle's Nest Renew program can help you use more clean energy at home
Nest Renew will look at when the power going into your home is cleaner and turn your Nest thermostats on or off accordingly.
Read MoreGoogle search results now highlight sustainable travel and shopping
Google has updated search to highlight sustainable travel, shopping and even stocks.
Read MoreGoogle shuts down Plex banking service after less than a year
Google is canceling its Plex mobile-first bank account service, retreating into the background to provide technical support to banks instead.
Read MoreChrome is testing a feature that groups pages you visit by topic
Using a side panel, you'll also be able to compare the site you're on with other search results.
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Laptops (7)
Lenovo's rumored 17-inch ThinkBook Plus has a second screen for drawing
A leak hints Lenovo is prepping a 17-inch ThinkBook Plus with a second screen next to the keyboard for drawing and notes.
Read MoreICYMI: Apple’s new MacBook Pros have (nearly) everything you’d want
Engadget's tech reviews this week include the latest Apple MacBook Pros, the third-generation AirPods and Google's Pixel 6 smartphone.
Read MoreThe new 16-inch MacBook Pro offers a speed-enhancing 'High Power Mode'
Apple's new 16-inch MacBook Pro includes a 'High Power Mode' that boosts performance on models with the M1 Max chip.
Read MoreIs Apple’s M1 Max really the fastest laptop chip ever?
Apple's new processors double the core count of the already impressive M1, and quadruple the GPU power. All that power will cost you, though, with the new Macbook Pros running as much as $4,300 for a fully-loaded machine.
Read MoreAcer's new Chromebook Spin 514 features a fanless design and improved webcam
Acer has announced four new Chromebook as part of its autumn laptop refresh.
Read MoreAcer's glasses-free 3D SpatialLabs laptop arrives this winter
The machine will allow you to view 3D images on its glasses-free stereoscopic display.
Read MoreThe Razer Book laptop gets a price cut to $1,000
Razer has updated its laptops to use Windows 11, including a lower-priced Razer Book that now starts at $1,000.
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Meta (45)
Meta is acquiring the maker of VR workout app 'Supernatural'
Meta (formerly known as Facebook) is acquiring Within, the company that made the VR workout app Supernatural.
Read MoreFacebook expands fight against COVID-19 vaccine misinformation to include kids
Facebook expands vaccine misinformation policies and COVID-19 vaccination efforts to include kids.
Read MoreWhat even is the metaverse?
Facebook is changing its name to build out its vision of the 'metaverse.' So, uh, what does that mean, exactly?
Read MoreThe Morning After: Facebook is now called Meta
Today's headlines: Facebook is now called Meta, Sony has now sold over 13 million PS5s despite supply constraints, Mac revenue hits an all-time high last quarter, even without Apple's new MacBook Pros.
Read MoreLeaked photo of Facebook's Meta smartwatch shows camera notch
Meta — that is, the company formerly known as Facebook — may be developing a smartwatch that can take photos and videos.
Read MoreMeta VR headsets won't require a Facebook account to use
The Oculus name may be no more, but there is at least one piece of good news in Facebook's decision to rebrand itself as Meta.
Read MoreMeta is retiring the Oculus brand
Beginning in early 2022, the Oculus Quest will instead be known as the Meta Quest. Similarly, the Oculus App will be called Meta Quest App moving forward.
Read MoreFacebook is rebranding itself as 'Meta'
Facebook, the social network, will no longer define the future of Facebook, the company that will now be known as Meta.
Read More'Project Cambria' is a high-end VR headset designed for Facebook's metaverse
Facebook is working on a new high-end VR headset codenamed Project Cambria.
Read MoreOculus Quest 2 gets a new living room, Slack and more apps
Oculus Quest 2 users will see a new living space: Horizon Home.
Read MoreFacebook will invest $150 million in VR learning experiences
Facebook is investing $150 million to build a robust ecosystem for learning in the metaverse.
Read MoreFacebook's Polar app will let anyone design AR objects and effects
As part of its broad vision of becoming a metaverse-focused company, Facebook announced Polar, a free iOS app that makes it easy for just about anyone to create AR filters, effects and 3D objects.
Read MoreFacebook Messenger on Oculus will soon handle audio calls
Later this year, Facebook Messenger on Oculus will allow you to call your friends.
Read MoreFacebook says it doesn’t want to own the metaverse, just jumpstart it
At Facebook Connect, Mark Zuckerberg finally laid out his vision for Facebook as a metaverse company.
Read MoreMark Zuckerberg says Facebook's future is 'young adults' and the metaverse
Mark Zuckerberg said the company was "retooling" in order to make "serving young adults" its top priority, along with building a "metaverse."
Read MoreInternal Facebook documents highlight its moderation and misinformation issues
A trove of internal documents show Facebook is in turmoil over decisions around moderation, safety and growth.
Read MoreFacebook's misinformation and violence problems are worse in India
Facebook research shows the social network's misinformation and violence issues were particularly severe in India.
Read MoreFacebook sues programmer who allegedly scraped data for 178 million users
Facebook has sued a man in Ukraine for allegedly swiping info for 178 million users.
Read MoreFacebook researchers were warning about its recommendations fueling QAnon in 2019
During the summer of 2019, a Facebook researcher found that it took just five days for the company to begin recommending QAnon groups and other disturbing content to a fictional account.
Read MoreAnother former Facebook employee has filed a whistleblower complaint
Another former Facebook employee has filed a whistleblower complaint against the company.
Read MoreOversight Board slams Facebook’s lack of transparency in VIP moderation
Facebook's Oversight Board has issued a strong rebuke to the company in a new report, claiming it was not "fully forthcoming" about its XCheck VIP program.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Will Facebook change its name?
Today's headlines: Some Windows 11 users can start testing Android apps, Netflix CEO says he 'screwed up' on Dave Chappelle as employees walk out, 'Cyberpunk 2077' PS5 and Xbox Series X/S upgrades delayed until 2022.
Read MoreSen. Blumenthal says Zuckerberg needs to testify about Instagram and kids
Senator Richard Blumenthal is again calling on Mark Zuckerberg to testify about Facebook's research into Instagram and child safety.
Read MoreFacebook fined $69.6 million in the UK for breaking rules related to its Giphy takeover
The UK's competition authority has fined Facebook £50.5 million ($70 million) for breaching enforcement orders related its acquisition of Giphy.
Read MoreFacebook is reportedly changing its name
Facebook is rebranding and changing its company name as soon as next week, according to The Verge.
Read MoreFacebook announces ‘small pilot’ to test cryptocurrency wallet Novi
Facebook is finally testing Novi, the digital wallet it's been teasing for more than two years. Lawmakers have already asked the company to end the pilot.
Read MoreFacebook settles with Justice Department over H-1B hiring practices
Facebook has reached separate settlements with the Department of Justice and Department of Labor over its hiring practices related to foreign workers.
Read MoreFacebook will add 10,000 jobs in Europe to help build virtual worlds
Facebook will step up work on its virtual 'metaverse' by adding 10,000 EU jobs over the next five years.
Read MoreFacebook is using first-person videos to train future AIs
Facebook has worked with a number of researchers across the world to build a new set of training data in order to help AIs perceive the world as we do.
Read MoreFacebook’s latest effort to curtail leaks immediately leaked
Facebook is limiting access to some internal groups that deal with "sensitive" issues like safety and elections, according to a new report.
Read MoreFacebook introduces new policies to protect public figures from targeted harassment
Facebook is introducing new policies to safeguard users from online bullying and harassment.
Read MoreFacebook whistleblower will brief the Oversight Board on 'cross check' rules for VIPs
Members of the Oversight Board will meet with Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen as it investigates the company's controversial "cross check" system.
Read MoreFacebook’s Audio hub for podcasts, live chats and more is now live
The Clubhouse-style audio rooms are now available to all verified public figures and creators.
Read MoreFacebook and Instagram are down for the second time this week (updated)
Facebook and its apps are down yet again, according to the company.
Read MoreFacebook is slowing down product development for 'reputational reviews,' report says
Facebook is reportedly slowing down its product development so it can conduct "reputational reviews" in the wake of whistleblower Frances Haugen's disclosures about the company.
Read MoreWhat Facebook should change, according to its whistleblower
The whistleblower behind "bombshell" disclosures that have rocked Facebook spent more than three hours explaining to Congress how Facebook could fix itself.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Facebook's October 4th outage, explained
Today's headlines: Facebook explains how its October 4th outage started, The Kingdom Hearts trilogy is coming to Nintendo Switch and Microsoft's Surface Pro 8, Surface Laptop Studio and Surface Go 3, reviewed.
Read MoreMark Zuckerberg denies Facebook puts profit over users' safety
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has responded to claims made by whistleblower Frances Haugen.
Read MoreFacebook explains how its October 4th outage started
Following Monday's massive service outage that took out all of its services, Facebook has published a blog post detailing what happened yesterday.
Read MoreFacebook Gaming creators can now stream together
Facebook is introducing support for co-streaming to allow up to four accounts to stream together concurrently.
Read MoreFacebook whistleblower hearing: ‘Facebook and big tech are facing a big tobacco moment’
The Facebook whistleblower is testifying about research she says proves the social network has repeatedly lied about its platform.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Facebook's empire goes offline
Today's headlines: Facebook's empire goes offline, Blue Origin will fly William Shatner to the edge of space on October 12th and Apple Watch Series 7 launches on October 15th.
Read MoreFacebook is coming back online after hours-long outage
Facebook services seems to be slowly coming back online after one of the biggest outages in recent memory.
Read MoreFacebook asks judge to dismiss FTC antitrust charges... again
In a new filing, Facebook argued that the government "still has no factual basis for alleging monopoly power."
Read MoreFacebook whistleblower reveals identity, says company 'chooses profits over safety'
The whistleblower behind several recent Facebook reports says the company "chooses profits over safety."
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Microsoft (8)
Microsoft buys Two Hat to improve Xbox community moderation
On Friday, Microsoft announced the acquisition of Two Hat, a company best known for its AI content moderation tools.
Read MoreMicrosoft details plans to slash water use at its data centers
It hopes to save up to 5.7 billion liters each year as part of plans to become 'water positive' by 2030.
Read MoreMicrosoft and AMD will give away a 'Halo Infinite' Radeon RX 6900 XT GPU
The companies are working together to eventually bring ray-tracing to the game too.
Read MoreWindows 11 beta users can start testing Android apps
Android apps are finally available in Windows 11, but only as part of an Insider Preview release.
Read MoreUS Army delays Microsoft's $22 billion HoloLens deal
The US Army has delayed Microsoft's HoloLens headset rollout to September 2022, a year later than expected.
Read MoreMicrosoft to shut down LinkedIn in China over 'challenging operating environment'
The company will instead run a standalone jobs app in the country.
Read MoreICYMI: Everything you need to know about Microsoft’s new Surface devices
The latest tech reviews on Engadget include the Microsoft Surface Pro 8, the 2021 iPad and the new Nintendo Switch OLED edition.
Read MoreHow and when to upgrade to Windows 11
It might be months before you can install the OS through Windows Update, though.
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Mobile (7)
Cricket brings 5G to all of its phone plans
Cricket is enabling 5G for all its phone plans, and it's doing away with the 8Mbps cap as a result.
Read MoreFCC proposes text support for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
An FCC proposal would let people text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline when calling isn't an option.
Read MoreFCC revokes China Telecom's ability to offer services in the US
Citing national security concerns, the FCC voted unanimously to stop China Telecom Americas from operating in the US.
Read MoreT-Mobile postpones Sprint 3G shutdown to March 31st, 2022
T-Mobile has delayed the shutdown of Sprint's 3G network to March 31st, 2022 as 'partners' hold the transition back.
Read MoreNew FCC rules could force wireless carriers to block spam texts
The Federal Communications Commission is seeking to create new rules targeting spam text messages.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Diving into the Apple Watch Series 7 and Twitch's big hack
This week is all about the Apple Watch series 7, Apple's new MacBook event and the Twitch hack.
Read MoreT-Mobile wireless home internet service now costs $10 less
T-Mobile has slashed $10 off the wireless home internet service it launched in April.
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News (29)
Engadget Podcast: MacBook Pro and Pixel 6 reviews, The Facebook Papers
For our special 100th episode, Cherlynn and Devindra dive into their MacBook Pro and Pixel 6 reviews, answer audience questions, and they chat with Engadget's Karissa Bell about what we've learned from the Facebook Papers.
Read MoreNikon officially unveils the 45.7-megapixel Z9 with 8K video and 20 fps burst speeds
Nikon has officially unveiled its new flagship mirrorless camera, the $5,500, 45.7-megapixel Z9 with 8K 30p video and up to 20 fps RAW burst shooting speeds.
Read MoreOlympus cameras will be rebranded as OM System
OM Digital is working on an interchangeable lens camera based on the Micro Four Thirds system.
Read MoreUS Copyright Office provides a path to allow for more device repairs
The US Copyright Office recommended new exemptions to Section 1201 of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act as it relates to the repair of consumer electronics.
Read MoreDJI's Action 2 is small rugged camera with a magnetic mounting system
DJI is back with a new rugged camera that not only drops the Osmo name but also adopts a fresh design.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Best Buy and Home Depot pull several Chinese-made security cameras
Today's headlines: US retailers stop selling security cameras made by several Chinese companies, Adobe brings Photoshop and Illustrator to the web, 'Dune: Part Two' arrives October 20th, 2023.
Read MoreArturia's MicroFreak gets a custom wavetable synth mode
The powerhouse budget synth gets another huge free update.
Read MoreWhite House picks Jessica Rosenworcel as first female FCC chair
The White House has nominated Jessica Rosenworcel as the FCC's first permanent female leader.
Read MoreGoPro addresses Hero 10 overheating issues with new firmware
Some users had reported their cameras stopped recording after 20 minutes when testing battery life. The new firmware offers battery saver features and a specific mode to avoid overheating.
Read MoreSaudi Arabia won't reach net zero emissions until 2060
Saudi Arabia now expects to reach net zero emissions by 2060 — an improvement, but significantly behind some countries.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Apple’s new MacBook Pros, the Pixel 6 and the Surface Duo 2
Techtober continues with a deep dive into Apple's latest MacBook Pros, powered by the new M1 Pro and M1 Max chips.
Read MoreSony's A7 IV camera arrives with a 33-megapixel sensor and 4K 60p video
Sony has finally revealed its mainstream $2,500 Alpha A7 IV full-frame mirrorless camera and it looks to have been worth the wait.
Read MoreFDA proposes rule for over-the-counter hearing aids
When it's finalized, the measure should make it easier for people to access affordable hearing aids.
Read MoreSony looks set to unveil the A7 IV mirrorless camera on October 21st
Sony has teased the launch of a new Alpha camera on October 21st at 10AM ET, and it appears to be the long-awaited full-frame mirrorless A7 IV.
Read MoreFisher-Price made a working Chatter telephone for adults
Fisher-Price has launched a working Chatter phone for adults.
Read MoreEPA announces plans to regulate cancer-causing 'forever chemicals'
The EPA on Monday announced a three-year roadmap for regulating PFAS chemicals which have been linked to cancer and thyroid disease.
Read MoreIKEA is working on a Spotify-enabled speaker that doubles as a lamp
Ikea may soon release a new Bluetooth "Vappeby" speaker with a couple of interesting twists, according to an FCC filing.
Read MoreMcDonald's will trial its plant-based burger in the US on November 3rd
The fast-food chain will offer the McPlant at eight restaurants across the US starting on November 3rd.
Read MoreAn NFT from Signal's founder will look like a poop emoji when someone owns it
Know what you're getting into when you bid on an NFT.
Read MoreFormer Boeing chief technical pilot involved in 737 Max testing charged with fraud
Mark A. Forkner, Boeing's former chief technical pilot involved in the company's 737 Max testing, was indicted for fraud by a grand jury in Texas.
Read MoreNanoleaf Lines are customizable smart light bars
Lines will let you draw stick images over your wall and light them as you wish.
Read MoreEcobee’s smart thermostat now supports Siri voice control
Ecobee is rolling out Siri to its SmartThermostat, giving you Apple-powered control over your home — if you have a HomePod.
Read MoreTile's first ultra-wideband tracker will use AR to help you find lost items
The company has upgraded the rest of its lineup and introduced its most powerful model yet.
Read MoreCalifornia could ban gas-powered generators and mowers by 2024
Some leaf blowers and pressure washers will be affected too.
Read MoreChina limits investments in cryptocurrency mining
China has put cryptocurrency mining on a 'negative list' that could limit or ban investment in the technology.
Read MoreBurger King will sell Impossible Nuggets at select locations next week
Starting on Monday, October 11th, Burger King will add an eight-piece order of Impossible Nuggets to the menu at select restaurants in Des Moines, Iowa, Boston, Massachusetts and Miami, Florida.
Read MorePanasonic's BS1H is a box-style camera with a full-frame sensor
The full-frame S1H becomes the latest Panasonic to get the box-style treatment from the electronics company.
Read MoreUniversal Audio's latest interfaces offer vintage preamp sound on the cheap
Universal Audio just announced a line of affordable audio interfaces that emulate its classic vintage UA 610 preamp sounds.
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Nintendo (6)
Lego adds 'Luigi's Mansion' sets to its Super Mario World collection
Lego has unveiled a trio of 'Luigi's Mansion' sets in its Super Mario World line, giving the other plumber more of his due.
Read MoreNintendo delays 'Advance Wars' remake to spring 2022
Nintendo has delayed Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp.
Read MoreNintendo's Switch Online 'Expansion Pack' costs $50 a year, launches October 25th
Nintendo just announced that its Switch Online Expansion Pack service would cost $50 per year in the US.
Read MoreOLED Switch teardown reveals smaller cooler assembly
Conducting a teardown of the console, iFixit found the OLED Switch is a lot different on the inside.
Read MoreThe Kingdom Hearts trilogy is coming to Nintendo Switch
You'll need a decent internet connection as the games will stream from the cloud.
Read MoreKingdom Hearts' Sora is the final 'Super Smash Bros. Ultimate' fighter
Doom Slayer will be available as a Mii Costume as well.
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PC Gaming (12)
The latest 'Valorant' hero is Chamber, the dapper sniper
Valorant players are getting another hero to use in Riot's free-to-play shooter. As described by character producer John Goscicki, Chamber plays the "gentleman assassin" role, a Sentinel-class character who "bunkers down, and holds a location by getting frags."
Read MoreAlienware's redesigned Aurora gaming desktop is now available
Alienware and Dell have released redesigned PCs for gamers and creators, including models with 12th-gen Intel Core chips.
Read MoreValve reveals dates for Steam's Halloween, autumn and winter sales
It's too early to tell which games will get discounts, of course.
Read MoreNVIDIA's new 'GeForce Now RTX 3080' streams games at 1440p and 120 fps
NVIDIA has unveiled its next generation cloud gaming platform called GeForce Now RTX 3080 with "desktop-class latency" and 1440/120p gaming on PC or Mac.
Read More'God of War' heads to PC on January 14th
Nearly four years after debuting on PlayStation 4, Sony's God of War is making its way to PC on January 14th, 2022.
Read More'Flight Simulator: GOTY Edition' adds new aircraft and locations on November 18th
Microsoft is launching 'Flight Simulator: Game of the Year Edition' on November 18th with new aircraft, locations and feature upgrades.
Read MoreValve's new verification program will make it easy to see if a game runs on Steam Deck
Valve details how you'll know if a game you own will work on Steam Deck.
Read MoreSteam bans games that allow cryptocurrency and NFT trading
One developer says Valve is removing all blockchain games 'because NFTs have value.'
Read MoreAlienware celebrates its 25th birthday with a redesigned flagship gaming desktop
The latest Aurora is designed for more efficient airflow.
Read MoreRiot Games disables /all chat in ‘League of Legends’
Riot Games has decided to disable /all chats for publicly matchmade games in League of Legends to curb toxic behavior.
Read MoreTry to fix Valve’s Steam Deck at your own peril
Valve has shared a video teardown of its Steam Deck game console, but the clip makes a strong case against opening the system yourself.
Read MoreEpic Games Store is getting a proper achievement system next week
Nearly three years after coming out to take on Steam, the Epic Games Store is about to get more robust support for achievements.
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PlayStation (9)
Sony has sold 13.4 million PS5s
Sony's PlayStation 5 sales remain relatively steady and strong, with 3.4 million units sold in fiscal Q2 compared to 3.3 million last quarter.
Read MoreEverybody gets hats in the first free 'Bugsnax' DLC, The Isle of BIGsnax
Who ordered the super-sized tater-tot monster?
Read More'Returnal' players can finally save their game (sort of)
The new Photo Mode will help you capture the terrifying, beautiful world of Atropos.
Read MorePlayStation's next State of Play is set for October 27th
The 20-minute or so stream will focus on third-party games for PS4 and PS5.
Read MoreDbrand says its latest PS5 faceplates will survive Sony’s legal wrath
Accessory maker Dbrand is back with a new set of PlayStation 5 faceplates, and this time it says it won't get into legal trouble.
Read MoreSony test lets some PS5 owners quickly share screenshots and clips via mobile
Sony has tweeted that it's testing a beta that will let PS5 players share screenshots and clips via smartphone using the PlayStation app.
Read MoreDbrand stops selling PS5 faceplates after Sony issues legal threats
Dbrand has stopped selling its PlayStation 5 faceplates after Sony issued a cease and desist warning.
Read MoreSony is making it harder to buy PS3 and Vita games
Sony is disabling credit card and PayPal payments for the PS3 and Vita stores on October 27th, making it difficult to buy games for the aging systems.
Read More'The Last of Us Part II' hits PlayStation Now on October 5th
Other additions this month include 'Fallout 76' and 'Final Fantasy VIII Remastered.'
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Reviews (41)
2021 MacBook Pro teardown reveals easy-to-remove batteries
iFixit took a closer look at the insides of the new 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros.
Read MoreCanon's Powershot PX is smart home camera for family moments
Canon has unveiled the PowerShot PX, a stationary camera that uses facial recognition and auto-subject search to automatically capture photos and video.
Read MorePanasonic GH5 II review: A vlogging classic gains speed and streaming powers
Panasonic's GH5 II is an update and not an overhaul of the original GH5, but it brings enough new technology to justify its existence.
Read MoreUrbanista's solar-powered headphones tease a charger-free future
Wireless headphones that you never have to charge aren't here... yet. But Urbanista's Los Angeles set is a step in the right direction.
Read MoreSony Xperia 1 III review: Fine control for camera obsessives
The Xperia 1 III is another Sony phone aimed at camera fans. It sidesteps software processing tricks, popularized by phones like the Pixel series, instead showcasing Sony's camera smarts in features like focus tracking and fine-grain controls. The gorgeous 4K screen can run at a smooth 120Hz, but specs like this come at an almost prohibitive price.
Read MoreInstant Pot's new $170 Pro Plus is WiFi-connected and offers guided cooking
The Instant Pot Pro Plus comes with a companion app that will let you control your cooker, monitor its progress and even release the steam valve all with a touch of a button.
Read MoreKindle Paperwhite Signature Edition review: The best e-reader. Period.
Engadget's review of Amazon's Kindle Paperwhite e-reader, which was just updated for 2021.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Sony’s Xperia Pro-1 is a camera first, smartphone second
Today's headlines: Hertz reportedly orders a Tesla car fleet, Sony's Xperia Pro-1 is camera first, smartphone second, iOS 15.1 turns on SharePlay for Apple Fitness+.
Read MoreApple AirPods review (2021): Better in nearly every way
Apple totally overhauled AirPods for the third-generation version with the biggest changes coming in the design and audio quality.
Read MorePixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro review: Solid phones, great software, perfect pricing
Our review of the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, complete with benchmark and battery test results, plus camera samples.
Read MoreMacBook Pro 14-inch and 16-inch review (2021): Apple’s mighty Macs
Apple is finally restoring balance to its portable lineup with the new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros.
Read MoreICYMI: Microsoft’s Surface Duo 2 still needs some work
Engadget's reviews this week include Microsoft's second gen Surface Duo flip phone and Facebook's portable Portal Go.
Read MoreiFixit's Apple Watch Series 7 teardown shows the same display tech as iPhone 13
iFixit has taken apart the Apple Watch Series 7.
Read MoreRazer’s $399 Enki is better than most office chairs, period
Razer's Enki chair is designed to keep your butt comfy and your back straight while you game.
Read MoreSurface Duo 2 review: Microsoft's second dual-screen hybrid is a letdown
Our review of Microsoft's Surface Duo 2, which is available today for $1,500.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro first impressions
Today's headlines: Google's Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro pack flagship features for $599 and $899, The Pixel Pass bundles a Pixel 6 with Google services for $45 per month, YouTube leak suggests Sony may announce its new flagship camera on October 21st.
Read MoreThe Pixel 6 Pro vs. the competition: Telephoto, Tensor and more
Google's Tensor chip makes its debut in the latest pair of Pixel phones.
Read MoreThe Pixel 6 vs. the competition: The Tensor chip goes up to bat
The new Pixel 6 steps up its game with a Google-made CPU and a security coprocessor, but how do its other specs compare to leading flagship handsets from Apple and Samsung?
Read MorePixel 6 and 6 Pro hands-on: Google’s return to premium phones
Our early impressions of the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro.
Read MoreFacebook Portal Go review: Blurring the line between tablet and smart display
Facebook's Portal Go adds portability to the company's video-chat-focused smart display.
Read MoreAMD Radeon RX 6600 review: The opposite of future-proof
AMD's Radeon RX 6600 is its cheapest RDNA 2 GPU yet, but it's unclear who actually needs it.
Read MoreICYMI: The Apple Watch Series 7 makes the most of its bigger screen
Engadget's tech reviews this week include the Apple Watch Series 7, the latest Moto Edge smartphone and 'Forza Horizon 5.'
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple Watch Series 7, reviewed
Today's headlines: Apple may be exploring ways to use AirPods as health devices, Facebook's latest effort to curtail leaks immediately leaked, William Shatner becomes the oldest person to reach space.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 7 review: It’s all about the screen
Read Engadget's in-depth review of the Apple Watch Series 7.
Read MoreRoland SP-404MKII hands-on: Dragging an iconic sampler into the modern age
Roland is dragging its iconic sampler into the modern age without sacrificing what made it special.
Read MoreMotorola Edge (2021) review: Improvements where they matter most
The 2021 Moto Edge address many of the shortcomings of its predecessor and even includes a few surprises for a phone at this price.
Read More'Forza Horizon 5' hands-on: A Ford Bronco fever dream in the desert
Fine: there are other vehicles in the game, too.
Read MoreFord's Mach-E GT is an American muscle car for the 21st century
In which I finally discover what all the Mach-E fuss was about.
Read MoreThe Carol smart exercise bike is a $2,400 paradox
It's a premium bike designed to be used for less than 10 minutes per session.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Windows 11, Surface reviews and Facebook’s latest crisis
It's not too often we get a new version of Windows and a new Android release!
Read MoreArcade 2.0 has actual playable instruments and an AI-powered sample processor
New Note Kits and the "smart" Kit Generator make the subscription-based Arcade more versatile.
Read MoreOwlet Smart Sock Plus review: An update for the fans
Owlet's Smart Sock Plus can now be used on kids up to five years old, or kids weighing up to 55 pounds.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The verdict on Nintendo’s OLED Switch
Today's headlines: GM unveils a hands-free driving system that should work in nearly all of the US and Canada, Twitch responds to massive data breach, and Nintendo's OLED Switch has landed.
Read MoreNintendo Switch OLED review: Beautiful, but not a must-have
The Switch OLED improves the original console in a lot of ways, but it might be too little, too late.
Read MoreRode's PSA1+ boom arm works with small mics and cameras too
Boom arms are basic tools for streamers, but Rode's PSA1 soon became a favorite. The company just unveiled the PSA1+ which looks to improve on the original in small, but important ways.
Read MoreMicrosoft Surface Pro 8 review: A better but pricier hybrid
Read Engadget's in-depth review of the Microsoft Surface Pro 8, which offers a smooth 120Hz screen and much-improved battery life.
Read MoreMicrosoft Surface Go 3 review: Third time isn't quite the charm
The Surface Go 3, which Microsoft unveiled in late September, is an exceedingly well-built tablet, with a lovely screen and strong kickstand. For a device that starts at $400, it feels great.
Read MoreSurface Laptop Studio review: A better Surface Book, a missed opportunity
The Surface Laptop Studio proves that Microsoft has learned from the mistakes of the Surface Book. Well, most of them.
Read MoreWindows 11 review: Microsoft’s most pleasant OS—until it isn't
Windows 11 is a solid step forward aesthetically from Windows 10, though some of the changes may annoy long-time Windows users.
Read MoreRay-Ban Stories vs. Snapchat Spectacles: Who wants Facebook on their face?
What the Facebook-powered Ray-Ban Stories and Snapchat's Spectacles can tell us about the future of augmented reality.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The new iPad, reviewed
Today's headlines: Amazon settles with employees allegedly fired for criticizing work conditions, Razer's new entry-level gear was made for streaming newbies, Subaru teases the Solterra, its first EV.
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Robotics (5)
Boston Dynamics wants you to know its Spot robot has moves like Jagger
In a new solo display, we get to see Spot move to "Start Me Up" from The Rolling Stones in honor of the 40th anniversary of their 1981 album Tattoo You.
Read MoreVolvo's self-driving loader prototype is based on a Lego model
Volvo has unveiled a self-driving loader prototype based on a Lego model — and it might hint at the future of construction.
Read MoreMIT will deploy robotic boats in Amsterdam that can carry five passengers
MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) is ready to deploy the autonomous passenger boat it's been developing over the past six years.
Read MoreEgyptian authorities 'detain' robotic artist for 10 days over espionage fears
Egyptian authorities detained a robotic artist and her human handler for 10 days over fears that he was actually a sophisticated spying device.
Read MoreGhost Robotics strapped a gun to its robot dog
The company has previously made other machines for the military as well.
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Samsung (7)
Samsung posts record-high revenue thanks to its chip and mobile businesses
The third quarter of 2021 was a record breaker for Samsung, which posted a revenue of 73.98 trillion Korean won or US$63.1 billion.
Read MoreSamsung is building a cloud gaming platform for its TVs
Samsung has teased work on a cloud gaming platform that would let you play high-end titles on your smart TV.
Read MoreSamsung partners with Best Buy to offer in-store phone repairs across the US
Starting on October 26th, more than 100 Best Buy stores across the US will begin offering Galaxy S and Galaxy Note repairs.
Read MoreSamsung's The Frame TVs are up to 33 percent off in an early Black Friday sale
Save up to 33 percent on Samsung The Frame smart TVs ahead of Black Friday.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Z Flip 3 Bespoke Edition offers 49 possible color combinations
Here's everything Samsung announced at its Unpacked Part 2 event.
Read MoreSamsung will hold another Unpacked event on October 20th
Samsung is holding an Unpacked Part 2 event on October 20th, with a focus on 'self-expression.'
Read MoreSamsung starts removing ads from its One UI Android Apps
As promised earlier in the year, Samsung is removing ads from its first-party mobile apps.
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Science (8)
We won't have electric airplanes until battery tech improves
We are nearing the age of electric airplanes, just need the batteries to get stronger and lose a bit of weight.
Read MoreThe US Army will test a 300 kW laser weapon system in 2022
Even if it's only a demonstration, the system represents a significant step up from the lasers the military has had access to in the past.
Read MoreHitting the Books: The genetic fluke that enabled us to drink milk
In her latest book, Life as We Made It, author Beth Shapiro takes readers on a journey of scientific discovery, explaining how symbiotic relationships between humans and the environment around us have changed — but not always for the better.
Read MoreWe can make the steel of tomorrow without the fossil fuels of yesteryear
A trio of Swedish firms are developing a means of producing high-quality steel without releasing so much carbon dioxide -- and Volvo is already using it to build mining equipment.
Read MoreMIT researchers create fabric that can sense and react to its wearer's movement
The soft robotic fabric features a hollow center channel that allows a fluidic medium to travel through it.
Read MoreWHO approves the world's first malaria vaccine
In a landmark announcement today, the World Health Organization has recommended the use of the first-ever malaria vaccine.
Read MoreHitting the Books: Why that one uncle of yours continually refuses to believe in climate change
In How to Talk to a Science Denier, Lee McIntyre examines the phenomenon of denialism and explains how you can most effectively address your relatives' misplaced concerns over everything from mRNA vaccines to why the Earth isn't actually flat.
Read MoreNOAA's surfing drone captured footage inside Hurricane Sam
The agency says data collected by saildrones could help improve storm forecasting.
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Smartphones (14)
Qualcomm's Snapdragon 695 brings faster 5G to low-cost phones
Qualcomm has unveiled Snapdragon chips that promise faster performance for budget 5G phones, including the 695.
Read MoreSony's Xperia Pro-I is a $1,800 phone with a 1-inch camera sensor
Sony's latest Xperia smartphone borrows its main sensor from the company's RX100 VII point-and-shoot camera.
Read MoreQuick Tap to Snap is a Pixel 6-first camera shortcut for Snapchat
Quick Tap to Snap allows you to quickly access the Snapchat camera by tapping the back of the Pixel 6 or Pixel 6 Pro twice.
Read MoreHow to pre-order the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro
Here's how to pre-order the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro smartphones. The Pixel 6 starts at $599 and the Pixel 6 Pro costs $899.
Read MoreThe Pixel 6's camera will feature larger image sensors and smarter photo editing AI
On Tuesday, Google executives explained what sorts of cameras and image capture systems the new handsets will offer when they go on sale October 28th.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro deliver flagship features for $599 and $899
Back in August, Google surprisingly announced its upcoming Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro smartphones and said they would run on the company's own "Tensor" mobile chip. We learned a few other things then and got a good look at the phones, as well, but today Google is finally officially revealing the PIxel 6 and 6 Pro.
Read MoreSmartphone shipments fell due to ongoing component shortages
Phone shipments dropped by six percent year-over-year in the third quarter of 2021.
Read MoreWhat to expect at Google's Pixel 6 launch event
Google will finally reveal full details of the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro at its October 19th event — here's what to expect.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Someone made a USB-C iPhone
Today's headlines: The USB-C iPhone becomes a reality thanks to a robotics engineer Google countersues Epic Games for sidestepping fees on in-app purchases The world's first hyper e-bike is on its way.
Read MoreThe USB-C iPhone becomes a reality thanks to a robotics engineer
A robotics engineering student has proved that its possible to replace the iPhone's Lightning connector with a USB-C port.
Read MoreMotorola expands its budget-friendly phone lineup with the $160 Moto G Pure
Pre-orders for the $160 Android 11 device open on October 14th.
Read MoreGoogle will hold its Pixel 6 event on October 19th
Find out all about the company's latest smartphone lineup later this month.
Read MoreAndroid 12 has been released to the Android Open Source Project
Android 12 is now one step closer to making its way to devices.
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Social Media (46)
Twitter now lets hosts record and share audio Spaces
Twitter has launched Spaces Recordings to a limited number of hosts on iOS.
Read MoreTikTok tests a more direct way for users to tip creators
TikTok is testing a new tipping feature that would allow creators to receive gifts from their followers.
Read MoreTwitter gives paid 'Blue' subscribers early access to more new features
Twitter has rolled out Labs for its Blue subscription service, which will give its paid users early access to select experimental features.
Read MorePokimane is starting a talent management company for streamers
Pokimane has co-founded a talent management company that hopes to give streamers and esports players better talent management.
Read MoreInstagram is now letting almost everyone use link stickers in their Stories
New accounts and those who violate the Community Guidelines will still be locked out, though.
Read MoreLinkedIn's new job filters make it easier to find remote work
LinkedIn is introducing dedicated remote, hybrid and on-site search filters to help users on their next job hunt.
Read MoreAnalysis reveals coordinated Twitter campaign against Harry and Meghan
Most of the Harry-and-Meghan hate you see on Twitter comes from a relatively small number of accounts, signifying targeted harassment, according to Bot Sentinel.
Read MoreSnap, TikTok and YouTube need to do more to protect children, lawmakers say
At a Senate hearing on child safety and social media, Snap, YouTube and TikTok promised new safety features, but lawmakers weren't impressed.
Read MoreFacebook documents show inner turmoil over approach to conservative content
Internal documents show Facebook's infighting over right-wing content, including claims it makes 'special exceptions' for publishers.
Read MoreTrump's social network is built on a platform it didn't properly license
Add a licensing misstep to the list of problems facing former President Donald Trump's social media network.
Read MoreTwitter adds one-click Revue newsletter signup buttons to tweets
The feature should help writers convert followers into newsletter subscribers.
Read MoreHere’s how to deal with those badly written equations you find online
It's an easy social media trick, and one you can avoid with some high school math.
Read MoreInstagram is testing tools to make it easier for creators to find sponsors
Instagram is testing new tools to make it easier for creators to earn money through its service.
Read MoreTrump’s social network was defaced before it even launched
Someone signed up for an account on TRUTH Social and posted a photo of a defecating pig.
Read MoreTwitter rolls out Spaces hosting duties to everyone on Android and iOS
Twitter is opening up Spaces to nearly everyone.
Read MoreTwitter says its algorithms amplify the ‘political right’ but it doesn’t know why
According to Twitter's research team, the company's timeline algorithm amplifies content from the "political right" in six of the seven countries it studied.
Read MoreTwitter buys a chat app to boost DMs and community features
Twitter has bought the chat app Sphere to bolster its DMs — including some high-profile talent.
Read MoreFacebook Messenger adds group AR effects and games to video calls
Facebook Messenger and Instagram are adding AR effects for entire group calls, including games everyone can play.
Read MoreTrump plans to launch his own social media platform in early 2022
Former President Donald Trump has officially revealed that he's launching his own social media called TRUTH Social in 2022.
Read MoreFacebook will punish rule breakers by down-ranking their posts in groups
Facebook is taking new steps to crack down on groups users who break its rules, even when they have done so in other parts of the app.
Read MorePinterest is redesigning its home feed to look more like TikTok
Pinterest is stepping up its efforts to lure creators to its platform, and making its app a little more like TIkTok in the process.
Read MoreInstagram will finally let you create posts on the desktop
Instagram is finally addressing a years-long request by letting you create posts on the desktop, not just on your phone.
Read MoreFacebook claims hate speech visibility dropped 50 percent in nine months
Facebook says hate speech visibility has dropped 50 percent in nine months, although a whistleblower would disagree that this represents progress.
Read MoreYouTube's misinformation policies led to fewer misleading videos on Facebook and Twitter
New research has found that policies put in place by YouTube to curb election misinformation had a significant impact on the number of false and misleading videos on Facebook and Twitter.
Read MoreTinder thinks you should bring a stranger as a date to your next wedding
What could possibly go wrong?
Read MoreWhatsApp begins rolling out end-to-end encryption for chat backups
The wait is over. It's now possible to encrypt your WhatsApp chat history on both Android and iOS.
Read MoreHouse bill would limit Section 230 protections for 'malicious' algorithms
House Democrats are introducing a bill that limits Section 230 protections for companies that 'recklessly' use algorithms to recommend harmful content.
Read MoreTwitter tests ads in the replies to tweets
Twitter is testing ads that appear in the replies to tweets, although it could be months before the social network makes a decision on the feature.
Read MoreFacebook is testing its 'less political' News Feed in 75 new countries
Facebook is slowly expanding its effort to weed out political content from News Feed, the changes are being tested in 75 new countries.
Read MoreTwitter's Spaces Spark Program will pay creators to broadcast live audio
Twitter has launched a new three-month accelerator program to help up-and-coming Spaces creators.
Read MoreInstagram's 'Practice Mode' lets users check if they're ready to go live
Instagram is adding two new enhancements to its livestreaming toolset.
Read MoreTikTok gives livestreamers more ways to mute annoying people
As promised in July, TikTok is rolling out more ways for livestreams to wrangle their unruly audiences.
Read MoreReddit's new 'predictions' feature turns polls into a game
Reddit has launched a new feature called Predictions, which can make polls more fun by giving you tokens to bet with.
Read MoreSnapchat is back online after outage (updated)
Some users were unable to send snaps for a couple of hours.
Read MoreTwitter tests swiping between Home and Latest Tweets on iPhone
It's a small tweak, but it should bring more visibility to the two options.
Read MoreTwitter begins rolling out its Spaces tab on iOS
Twitter's new Spaces tab has started rolling out for iOS users whose language is set to English.
Read MoreInstagram is testing in-app notifications for service outages
Instagram says it's testing notifications that will alert users to "temporary issues" like outages one week after an outage that took the app offline for hours.
Read MoreTwitter's tool for removing unwanted followers arrives for web users
The safety-focused feature is rolling out to everyone.
Read MoreInstagram will encourage teens to 'take a break'
Instagram will encourage teens to 'take a break' from the social network, while Facebook also hopes to 'nudge' those teens away from harmful content.
Read MoreTwitter tests warnings about 'intense' conversations on iOS and Android
Twitter is testing a heads up feature to alert you about heated conversations.
Read MoreInstagram brings IGTV videos out of their silo and into your regular feed
Instagram is unifying IGTV with the regular videos in your feed, and it's giving you more editing tools at the same time.
Read MoreSnapchat's newest in-app tool encourages young people to run for office
Snap is introducing a new tool to help more young Americans get involved in local and state politics.
Read MoreFacebook is down, along with Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger
On early Monday morning, a DNS error took down Facebook's infrastructure.
Read MoreDonald Trump sues to get his Twitter account back
The former president has filed suit under a controversial Florida law.
Read MoreDiscord retires the discovery interface for its Clubhouse-like audio broadcasts
Discord has decided to kill Stage Discovery on October 4th.
Read MoreNigeria lifts Twitter ban but demands it’s used for ‘business and positive engagements’
Nigeria is set to lift a ban on Twitter under the condition that it's used in the country for "business and positive engagements."
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Space (21)
Astronomers may have spotted a planet in another galaxy for the first time
Scientists have used X-rays to spot what might be the first planet detected beyond the Milky Way galaxy.
Read MoreJuno probe provides the first 3D view of Jupiter's atmosphere
NASA's Juno probe has offered the first 3D view of Jupiter's atmosphere, showing a flurry of activity beneath the surface.
Read MoreNASA delays SpaceX Crew-3 launch to November 3rd
NASA has pushed the launch of SpaceX's Crew-3 mission to November 3rd due to weather.
Read MoreESA will try to fetch data from China's Mars rover with a new method: listening
Next month on Mars, the ESA and China's National Space Administration (CNSA) will try something that's never been attempted before in space: Sending data from a planet-based rover to an orbiter that it can't receive any messages from.
Read MoreBlue Origin announces plans for a commercial space station
Blue Origin is planning on a commercial space station called Orbital Reef. It's meant to be a "mixed business park" designed to be an industrial, research and commercial hub.
Read MoreThe Morning After: NASA sets a new date for its Artemis I Moon mission
Today's headlines: Tesla hikes prices across its EV lineup, Trump's social network was built on a platform it didn't properly license, Resident Evil's Chris Redfield and Jill Valentine come to 'Fortnite'.
Read MoreAstronomers directly observe one of the youngest planets to date
Scientists have directly observed one of the youngest planets yet seen at 'just' several million years old.
Read MoreNASA plans to launch Artemis I Moon mission in February 2022
NASA expects to launch its Artemis I mission in February 2022 aboard an SLS rocket, provided testing goes according to plan.
Read MoreSpaceX's SN20 Starship prototype completes its first static fire test
SpaceX has fired a Raptor vacuum engine integrated onto a Starship for the first time.
Read MoreNASA contest asks K-12 students to create Moon-digging robots
NASA is running a contest that challenges K-12 students to design a robot that can excavate the Moon.
Read MoreNASA launches mission to explore Solar System 'fossils'
NASA has launched Lucy, a mission that will explore the 'fossils' of Solar System planetary formation among Jupiter's asteroids.
Read MoreSurprise Soyuz thruster firing tilted and turned the ISS
The ISS turned by 57 degrees after a docked Soyuz spacecraft continued to fire its thrusters during testing when it was supposed to end.
Read MoreVirgin Galactic delays the start of its paid spaceflights to the end of 2022
It's the latest in a string of delays for the company.
Read MorePlanet orbiting a dead star previews our own solar system's fate
Scientists have spotted a Jupiter-like exoplanet orbiting a dead star that was once like our Sun.
Read MoreWilliam Shatner becomes the oldest person to reach space
'Star Trek' legend William Shatner has become the oldest person to visit space after flying aboard a Blue Origin mission.
Read MoreWatch Blue Origin fly William Shatner to space at 8:30AM ET on October 13th
Provided there aren't any last-minute delays, Star Trek actor William Shatner will fly to the edge of space on October 13th.
Read MoreBlue Origin delays William Shatner's spaceflight to October 13th
Blue Origin has delayed William Shatner's spaceflight to October 13th.
Read MorePioneering astronaut Sally Ride will appear on a limited-run US quarter
The US Mint has revealed plans for a special quarter featuring Sally Ride, the country's first woman astronaut.
Read MoreBoeing's next Starliner test flight moves to first half of 2022
Boeing's next Starliner capsule test flight now won't take place until sometime in the first half of 2022 — long after SpaceX took crews into orbit.
Read MorePerserverance rover pinpoints its best chances of finding ancient Mars life
NASA's Perseverance rover has identified the best places it can look for traces of ancient Mars life.
Read MoreBlue Origin will fly William Shatner to the edge of space on October 12th
The 'Star Trek' actor is about to become the oldest person to go to space.
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Streaming (29)
Apple TV+ is coming to Comcast devices
The Apple TV app will be available on Comcast devices in the months ahead, including its X1 boxes and XClass TVs.
Read MoreApple Music is now available on PS5
Listen to your favorite playlists while you're playing games and watch music videos in 4K in the app.
Read MoreYouTube will begin demonetizing 'low-quality' kids videos next month
Starting next month, the company will demonetize channels that primarily target young people or market themselves as "made for kids" if the content they upload is of low quality.
Read MoreFox Sports will air a dedicated Carli Lloyd stream for her final USWNT match
Fox Sports will stream a dedicated "CarliCam" that will follow Lloyd throughout her final match as a member of the US women's national soccer team.
Read MoreApple TV+ renews 'Mythic Quest' for seasons three and four
The workplace sitcom about a game studio wrapped up its second season in June.
Read MoreTwitch tests a rewind button for live streams
Twitch is testing a rewind button for live streams over the next month.
Read MoreSpotify now lets any creator use its video podcast platform
Spotify is opening up access to video podcasts to anyone.
Read MoreNew union pact means better pay and conditions for streaming production crews
The union representing film production crews has struck an agreement that will see its members paid up to 30 percent more on streaming productions.
Read MoreNetflix CEO says he 'screwed up' on Dave Chappelle as employees walk out
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos has said he "screwed up" communication with employees following a backlash over Dave Chappelle's 'The Closer.'
Read MoreNetflix says 142 million households watched Korean series 'Squid Game'
Squid Game was watched by around 142 million households worldwide.
Read MoreMLB is in talks to end local blackouts for streaming games
MLB is reportedly in talks to launch a service that lets you watch home games without a cable TV subscription.
Read MoreAmazon Music's spatial audio now works on any headphones
HD music and spatial audio tracks are included with Unlimited plans.
Read MoreReddit’s first live show is a Photoshop competition
The limited-run 'PsBattles Live' series will stream every day this week at 3PM ET.
Read More'Squid Game' documents may show how Netflix rates the success of its content
Netflix's black box on streaming metrics cracked open a bit with documents reportedly revealing that 'Squid Games' generated $891 million in 'impact value.'
Read MoreNetflix fires employee for leaking data about controversial Dave Chappelle special
They were reportedly a leader of a trans employee group, which has been criticizing Netflix leadership for defending Chappelle's trans jokes.
Read MoreApple TV+ will now have two series about unethical shrinks
This week, Apple announced a 10-episode order for Shrinking, a new series that will star Jason Segel as a therapist who tells his patients exactly what he thinks.
Read MoreDavid Fincher's next Netflix project is VOIR, visual essays about cinema
After a short tease yesterday, Netflix just revealed its next project from renowned filmmaker David Fincher: VOIR, a collection of visual essays about the love of cinema.
Read MoreNetflix to start streaming 'Cowboy Bebop' anime on October 21st
Netflix has acquired the global streaming rights for all 26 episodes of the Cowboy Bebop anime.
Read MoreFandango's Vudu streaming service is now available on Oculus Quest VR headsets
Vudu is now available on Oculus Quest and Quest 2 headsets.
Read MoreNetflix's 'League of Legends' show is getting an immersive IRL event
Riot and Secret Cinema's 'Arcane' experience will take place in Los Angeles.
Read MoreYouTube's accessibility upgrades include multiple audio tracks
YouTube is upgrading its accessibility with a test for multi-track audio as well as automatic captioning for livestreams of any size.
Read MoreYouTube cancels its much-maligned Rewind once and for all
YouTube has permanently cancelled Rewind after the pandemic and years of criticism.
Read MoreYouTube removes R. Kelly's official channels
A federal jury convicted the singer in September on sex trafficking charges.
Read MoreNetflix's shuffle play feature for Android is now available to everyone
Netflix's Play Something is rolling out to all Android devices worldwide.
Read MoreYouTube makes it easy to resume watching a mobile video on desktop
YouTube has a new feature that allows you to quickly switch from smartphone to desktop when watching a video.
Read MoreThe Morning After: What is it with Netflix cropping ‘Seinfeld’?
Today's headlines: NBCUniversal's channels are staying on YouTube TV, Apple's new MacBook Pro should land this fall, Modern TV screen ratios are cropping jokes out of Seinfeld.
Read MoreNBC Universal's channels are staying on YouTube TV
The YouTube / NBC drama is officially over. After reaching a temporary deal to keep NBC Universal channels on YouTube TV, the companies officially resolved their despite Saturday afternoon.
Read More'Seinfeld' hits Netflix, but some jokes have been cropped out of view
Seinfeld just arrived on Netflix, and fans are noticing that the way the show is cropped for HDTV means some visual gags have been erased.
Read MoreYouTube TV and NBCUniversal agree to temporary extension to avoid channel blackout
After coming to public blows earlier in the week, YouTube TV and NBCUniversal have come to terms on a "short-term" agreement for the streaming service to continue carrying the broadcaster's content.
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Tablets (5)
Google is giving Android on tablets another shot
The updated interface is available as a developer preview now and will be rolling out in devices early next year.
Read MoreSamsung's giant Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra might include a notch
A leak hints the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra might have a notch to keep the 14.6-inch tablet reasonably compact.
Read MoreTCL's Tab Pro 5G is a $400 tablet that connects to Verizon's mmWave network
The Tab Pro 5G is a $400 tablet that can connect to Verizon's mmWave network.
Read MoreHMD's first Nokia tablet features a huge battery and costs $250
HMD/Nokia have launched their first tablet together, the 10.4-inch T20, with the key features being a large battery, cheap price and US availability.
Read MoreKobo's new $260 Sage e-reader lets you add handwritten notes
Kobo has introduced two new e-readers including the $260 Kobo Sage that lets you take e-notes, as well as the waterproof, mid-range Libra 2.
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Technology (1)
Tomorrow (2)
The Morning After: The Internet Archive imagines a grim future of the internet
Today's headlines: YouTube cancels its divisive Rewind annual highlight reel, Microsoft made a translucent controller for the Xbox's 20th birthday, The Internet Archive's 'Wayforward Machine' paints a grim future for the web.
Read MoreThe Internet Archive's 'Wayforward Machine' paints a grim future for the web
The nonprofit is marking its 25th anniversary by advocating for internet freedom.
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TV & Movies (22)
Netflix's 'The Witcher' season two trailer sees Geralt fighting monsters, making quips
Prepare to toss a coin to your favorite witcher, a new season of The Witcher is almost here.
Read More‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ centers technology by focusing on those who don’t have it
'Star Trek: Prodigy' is a show about how tech can change lives.
Read MoreFirst trailer for Pixar's 'Lightyear' shows the man behind the toy
The first trailer for Pixar's Lightyear just arrived, and it sure paints a different picture than what we're used to in the Toy Story universe. For one, the titular character isn't a toy, but a real flesh-and-blood human who appears to be the inspiration for the Buzz Lightyear figure we know so well.
Read MoreNetflix's new 'Cowboy Bebop' trailer shows first footage from the show
Netflix has released the first Cowboy Bebop trailer with footage from the series.
Read More'Dune: Part Two' arrives October 20th, 2023
Legendary has greenlit 'Dune: Part Two,' although it might not debut on streaming services like the first half.
Read MoreApple's first Korean TV series is about brain hacking
'Dr. Brain' features a 'Parasite' star and it debuts worldwide on Apple TV+ next week.
Read MoreDisney+ show 'Ahsoka' will also reportedly star Hayden Christensen
Hayden Christensen is playing Anakin Skywalker in Disney+ series 'Ahsoka.'
Read More‘Dune’ is too big for your TV
The real world just felt too small when I stepped out of Denis Villeneuve's Dune.
Read More‘Uncharted’ movie trailer plays Nathan Drake's greatest hits
That cargo plane sequence looks mighty familiar.
Read MoreDisney delays all of Marvel’s 2022 films
'Doctor Strange 2,' 'Thor 4' and 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' will all hit Disney+ later as a result.
Read MoreRussian crew returns from shooting the first feature film on the ISS
Russian fillmmakers have returned to Earth after shooting the first feature film aboard the International Space Station.
Read MoreThe 'Lower Decks' season two finale is Star Trek at its best
'Star Trek: Lower Decks' wraps up its second season with a thrilling adventure showing the crew at their peak.
Read MoreA live-action 'System Shock' TV series is on the way
Newbie streaming service Binge is also making a show based on Ubisoft's 'Driver.'
Read MoreG4 will return to TV on November 16th
You can watch 'Attack of the Show!,' 'Xplay' and other shows on cable and streaming services.
Read More'Prodigy' is a kid-friendly Star Trek show taking the right lessons from Star Wars
'Star Trek: Prodigy' is a kid's show that still has everything we love about the franchise.
Read MoreIn 'No Time to Die,' Bond's gadgets matter less
No Time to Die isn't your usual Bond movie: the focus is more on characters than gadgets.
Read MoreClaire Foy will star as Sheryl Sandberg in TV series about Facebook
More than a decade after Aaron Sorkin and David Fincher dramatized the rise of Facebook with The Social Network, a new TV series will attempt to tell the story of the company's more recent history.
Read MoreDisney is reportedly developing a 'WandaVision' spin-off starring Kathryn Hahn
If the project moves forward, Jac Schaeffer, the lead writer of WandaVision, will reportedly return to write the new series.
Read More'Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City' trailer is full of zombies
The reboot hits movie theaters on November 24th.
Read More‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ is ready to let its ensign heroes rank up
The ensigns of 'Lower Decks' can't stay ensigns forever.
Read MoreWhat kind of show was Marvel's ‘What If…?’ meant to be?
An anthology isn't meant to have ongoing storylines.
Read MoreA Russian crew is shooting the first feature film on the ISS
Tom Cruise hoped to make the first movie in space. Not this time, Maverick.
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Wearables (22)
Oculus' Active Pack makes your Quest 2 headset more fitness-friendly
The Oculus Quest 2 will soon get an Active Pack that improves your VR workouts — sweat won't be as much of a problem.
Read MoreAdidas launches three new sets of true wireless earbuds
The premium models get ANC, while the standard units have longer battery life.
Read MoreOura’s updated smart ring has continuous heart-rate tracking
It has been identified as a potential weapon in the fight against COVID-19.
Read MorePalm pivots to audio with $129 ANC true wireless earbuds
Palm Buds Pro have three mics in each earbud, and you can save $30 if you pre-order a set.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Razer’s light-up smart face mask finally goes on sale
Today's headlines: Sony's flagship A7 IV camera has a 33-megapixel sensor, 4K 60p video and more streaming options, Razer's light-up smart face mask is here and the first 'Uncharted' movie trailer plays Nathan Drake's greatest hits.
Read MoreRazer's smart RGB face mask is now available for $100
Razer has started selling its Zephyr smart face mask — if you can still find it in stock.
Read MoreThe Talli Baby tracker is a one-touch system for logging kids activities
Talli Baby uses an app and a $99 dedicated device to track all your kids stats, from diaper changes and nap sessions.
Read MoreCircul+ packs an ECG sensor into its heart-tracking ring
An ECG in a device only slightly larger than a ring is a big achievement.
Read MoreUnannounced Beats Fit Pro earbuds leak in iOS 15.1
9to5Mac reports that Apple will be releasing a new pair of Beats Fit Pro earbuds soon.
Read MoreHTC’s Vive Flow is a $499 lightweight VR headset built for entertainment and wellness
The Vive Flow splits the difference between a VR headset and a personal cinema.
Read MoreAnker's audio glasses pair swappable frames with 'surround' sound for $200
Anker's Soundcore brand has launched its own audio glasses that promise a dash of style for $200.
Read MoreHTC Vive Flow headset images leak days before reported launch
A collection of HTC Vive Flow images has made its way online, courtesy of evleaks, before the launch event.
Read MoreRoland's V-Moda reveals its first true wireless earbuds
The Hexamove earbuds start at $130 and include a charging case.
Read MoreWithings' ScanWatch is finally coming to the US after FDA clearance
Withings' ScanWatch has received FDA approval for its ECG, clearing the way for the watches to be sold in the US.
Read MoreHow to pre-order the Apple Watch Series 7
Here's how to pre-order the Apple Watch Series 7, which starts at $399.
Read MoreAudio-Technica’s new fast-pairing true wireless earbuds only cost $79
Audio-Technica's ATH-SQ1TW are priced at $79 in the US.
Read MoreAnker's Liberty 3 Pro earbuds offer customized ANC for $170
Anker's latest Soundcore noise-cancelling true wireless earbuds are feature packed and well under $200.
Read MoreAirPods Pro can now boost other people's voices during conversations
Keeping your earbuds in while speaking to someone might not be so rude after all.
Read MoreJLab's $79 wireless office headset has a removable earcup and a 60-hour battery
JLab has launched the JBuds Work, a wireless headset that offers a 60-hour battery and other welcome perks for $79.
Read MoreCanon created a dual fisheye lens for its new VR video system
Canon has made a surprising product announcement, revealing a dual, RF mount fisheye lens that's part of an all-new system called Canon EOS VR.
Read MoreFormer Sennheiser engineer Axel Grell made a $200 pair of ANC true wireless earbuds
Set to cost $200 when they go on sale next month, they feature components individually sourced and designed by Grell.
Read MoreSony's latest neckband speaker supports Dolby Atmos
The $300 SRS-NS7 can also stream 360 Reality Audio from your phone.
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Xbox (10)
Microsoft Insider update offers easier Twitch streaming on Xbox consoles
Microsoft has announced that it's introducing "Console Live Streaming" on its latest update Xbox Insider preview, making Twitch streaming much simpler.
Read MoreXbox consoles can now access NVIDIA GeForce Now via Microsoft Edge
Stream PC-only games like 'Dota 2' and 'CS:GO' to your Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S.
Read MoreMicrosoft shows off Halo Infinite's campaign for the first time in over a year
Halo Infinite's campaign looks a lot better in the latest trailer.
Read MoreSeagate now offers a 2TB expansion card for your Xbox Series X/S
Seagate has introduced a 2TB Storage Expansion Card for the Xbox Series X and S to effectively triple your console's storage.
Read MoreThe future of ‘Minecraft’ includes swamps, scary monsters and a Game Pass bundle
Nearly 10 years after its release, Minecraft is going stronger than ever.
Read MoreYou can preorder the Xbox Series X Mini Fridge on October 19th
The $100 appliance will ship in December.
Read MoreSpongebob Squarepants is now an Xbox Series X
Microsoft has just unveiled some hilarious Xbox Series X designs starring Spongebob Squarepants and Leonardo from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
Read MoreMicrosoft made a translucent controller for the Xbox's 20th birthday
Microsoft is celebrating the 20th birthday of the Xbox brand by releasing a series of special edition translucent accessories.
Read MoreAdidas and Microsoft team up for special 20th anniversary Xbox sneakers
You might be able to get your hands on the limited-edition footwear through giveaways.
Read MoreHalo Infinite's accessibility features make driving and menu navigation easier
When 343 Industries set out to create Halo Infinite, it says one of its goals was to make the game more accessible to as many people as possible.
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