Samsung says its new portable SSD can survive a 10-foot drop
But maybe don't go around throwing the $160 T7 Shield out of windows.
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Sony's next wireless earbuds may offer 'automatic playback'
A leak hints that Sony might be readying new wireless earbuds with 'automatic playback.'
Read MoreTeenage Engineering's tiny handheld TX-6 mixer offers an instrument tuner
Teenage Engineering has introduced a minuscule mixer that fits in your hand, but includes surprises like an instrument tuner.
Read MoreCre8Audio's NiftyKeys is a MIDI controller you can build a Eurorack synth in
Cre8Audio's NiftyKeys combines a four-octave keyboard and a 112hp Eurorack case for $600.
Read MoreNitecore’s new Sony camera battery charges through built-in USB-C
The UFZ100 features a built-in USB-C port so that you don't need to use a proprietary Sony power adapter to charge it.
Read MoreSteelSeries' latest lightweight Aerox mice are designed for MMOs and MOBAs
Announced today, they borrow the design of the company's existing Aerox 3 line.
Read MoreGoPro's 'Bones' is a stripped down Hero 10 Black for FPV drones
GoPro has unveiled the Hero 10 Black Bones, a lightweight version of the Hero 10 Black designed for FPV and "Cinewhoop" drones.
Read MoreTP-Link's first WiFi 6E mesh system is available to order
A two-pack of the Deco XE75 routers costs $300 and will cover up to 5,500 square feet.
Read MoreJLab's $60 JBuds Air Pro can connect to two devices simultaneously
Bluetooth multipoint connectivity allows you to connect the JBuds Air Pro to two devices simultaneously.
Read MoreDJI made a $329 clip-on mic for your vlogs
DJI has unveiled a clip-on mic that's built for vlogs — and charges like your earbuds.
Read MoreDell’s new rechargeable stylus has Tile tracking built-in
If you've hesitated in getting a PC stylus because it's one more thing to lose, Dell has a possible solution.
Read MoreThe Morning After: GoPro’s new battery grip fixes the Hero 10’s biggest issue
Today's tech headlines: GoPro's new battery grip addresses its cameras' biggest weakness, Scientists sequence the most complete human genome yet, Xbox Game Pass will reportedly get a family plan.
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Meta's newest AI discovers stronger and greener concrete formulas
A team from Meta AI, working with researchers at The University of Illinois, Urban-Champaign, have created an AI that can devise and refine formulas for increasingly high-strength, low-carbon concrete.
Read MoreThe Pentagon's new AI chief is a former Lyft executive
The Pentagon has hired a Lyft executive as its new AI chief, and both are exploring new territory.
Read MoreMIT's newest computer vision algorithm identifies images down to the pixel
A team of researchers at MIT CSAIL, in collaboration with Cornell University and Microsoft, have developed STEGO, an algorithm able to identify images down to the individual pixel.
Read MorePanera will test an AI coffee system from the makers of the Flippy burger bot
Miso Robotics' CookRight Coffee is designed to help restaurants run more efficiently.
Read MoreThe Morning After: OpenAI’s DALL·E 2 is imagination meets AI image generation
oday's tech headlines: Police reports suggest a larger pattern of AirTag stalking, Anker says its first 3D printer was built for speed, MLB will fight cheating with an electronic pitch-calling system.
Read MoreOpenAI's DALL-E 2 produces fantastical images of most anything you can imagine
On Wednesday, the OpenAI consortium unveiled DALL-E 2, a higher-resolution and lower-latency sequel to its image-generation-from-a-text-description machine learning system.
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Amazon's pandemic boom is over
Amazon's growth has dramatically slowed after a year of pandemic-fueled highs.
Read MoreAmazon’s Fire TV Cube is the first set top box to stream directly to hearing aids
It's the first streaming media player in the US to support audio streaming for hearing aids.
Read MoreAmazon re-awarded $10 billion NSA cloud contract after Microsoft dispute
Amazon has been re-awarded a $10 billion cloud contract with the NSA after a fight with Microsoft.
Read MoreAmazon permanently allows workers to carry phones following warehouse collapse
Amazon will permanently allow warehouse employees to keep their cell phones with them at work after temporarily allowing them during the pandemic.
Read MoreAmazon makes advocacy group's list of most dangerous US workplaces, again
Amazon has made a list of the most dangerous US workplaces for the third time.
Read MoreTwitch is reconsidering how it pays top streamers
Twitch is said to be rethinking the way it pays top streamers, but there's a concern it might push those stars to rivals like YouTube in the process.
Read MoreAmazon avoids fines and other penalties in Illinois warehouse collapse
Amazon won't face fines and other penalties following the collapse of an Illinois warehouse that killed six workers during a tornado.
Read MoreAmazon workers in New York accuse the company of retaliatory firings
The e-commerce giant allegedly fired four Queens workers for supporting a labor organization.
Read MoreAmazon accused of using charity work scheme to conceal warehouse incident rates
The Community Together program places injured workers with non-profits.
Read MoreAmazon reportedly paid no income tax on $55 billion in European sales in 2021
The company received €1 billion in tax credits as well, according to filings.
Read More'Buy with Prime' lets third-party retailers use Amazon's shipping service
Amazon has unveiled "Buy with Prime," a service that let's other online retailers use its vast delivery network to fulfill orders on their own websites.
Read MoreAmazon’s latest renewable energy projects include its largest solar farm to date
It has invested in dozens more wind and solar projects across the globe.
Read MoreAmazon will perform a racial equality audit of its hourly workers
The audit will only look at the company's hourly employees.
Read MoreAmazon ordered to reinstate warehouse worker who was fired after protest
A judge has ordered Amazon to reinstate a worker it fired after he protested pandemic safety conditions.
Read MoreDC Attorney General asks court to reconsider Amazon antitrust lawsuit
The DC Superior Court threw out the lawsuit in March.
Read MoreAlexa devices now support TuneIn Premium radio streaming
You'll be able to listen to live sports and ad-free music stations if you're a subscriber.
Read MoreAmazon is bringing mobile games to its Amazon Kids+ service
Both kid-friendly games can be played on a smartphone or Fire tablet.
Read MoreAmazon hits US sellers with a 5 percent fuel and inflation surcharge
That's on top of the fees they're paying for Amazon's fulfillment services.
Read MoreAmazon accused of ramping up anti-union efforts ahead of another warehouse election
The Amazon Labor Union says the company has mandated daily anti-organization meetings at a Staten Island facility.
Read MoreHouston Astros' stadium will be the first in MLB to use Amazon's 'Just Walk Out' tech
The Houston Astros will be the first MLB team to use Amazon's 'Just Walk Out' shopping tech in a ballpark.
Read MoreAmazon Prime is about to get more expensive in Canada
Amazon is increasing Prime rates in Canada for the first time — it hasn't budged since 2013.
Read MoreAmazon is planning to appeal Staten Island union’s victory
Workers last week voted to form the company's first US union.
Read MoreThe SEC is reportedly investigating Amazon over its use of third-party seller data
Last month, the Congress also asked the DOJ to investigate Amazon in relation to its use of third-party seller data for its private-label business.
Read MoreAmazon Music Unlimited price is going up a dollar to $9 for Prime members
The price for an Amazon Music Unlimited plan is going up from $7.99 to $8.99 for Prime members, Amazon has confirmed.
Read MoreAmazon orders up to 83 launches for its Project Kuiper internet satellites
Amazon has secured as many as 83 launches for Project Kuiper internet satellites from rocket companies like Blue Origin.
Read MoreAmazon's planned worker chat app would reportedly ban words like 'union'
Amazon is reportedly prepping a worker chat app that would ban words like 'union' and 'pay raise.'
Read MoreAmazon warehouse workers vote to unionize in Staten Island (updated)
Amazon workers at a Staten Island warehouse have voted to unionize.
Read MoreHouse committee launches investigation into Amazon labor practices
A House committee is investigating Amazon's labor practices following a deadly tornado that collapsed a company warehouse.
Read MoreAlexa can alert you to upcoming deals on Amazon
Alexa can now tell you about deals in advance, and even buy them if you'd like.
Read MoreAmazon spent $4.3 million on anti-union consultants in 2021 alone
Amazon spent around $4.3 on consultants last year in an effort to prevent unionization of its warehouses, according to company filings.
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Apple (24)
Apple extends update deadline for outdated apps in danger of being deleted
Developers now have 90 days to roll out an update instead of just 30.
Read MoreHidden AirTags should be easier to locate thanks to louder alert sounds
It's one of the anti-stalking features Apple promised back in February.
Read MoreApple had a huge quarter, but revenue growth is slowing
Apple had its best March quarter yet, posting revenues of $97.3 billion, which is a 9 percent jump from the same period last year.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple's repair-it-yourself iPhone service and toolkits launch in the US
Sony is building a game preservation team, Amazon avoids fines and other penalties in Illinois warehouse collapse, and Twitch is reconsidering how it pays top streamers.
Read MoreApple promises free fixes for Watch Series 6 models with blank screens
Apple is now offering free repairs for Watch Series 6 models that develop blank screens.
Read MoreApple's Self Service Repair program is now open to iPhone owners in the US
Apple has launched its do-it-yourself repair service program in the US, and you can even rent toolkits if necessary.
Read MoreThe latest macOS beta includes a fix for the Studio Display webcam
Apple says the update brings 'improved noise reduction, contrast and framing.'
Read MoreApple hired the same anti-union law firm as Starbucks: report
As workers in Atlanta retail location work towards organizing with the Communications Workers of America, Apple has reportedly retained a notorious anti-union law firm.
Read MoreApple Music and the App Store are experiencing issues (updated)
The service disruptions are affecting all users, according to Apple's status page.
Read MoreApple may have begun a new push to remove outdated software from the App Store
Apple may have begun more rigorously enforcing its policy against unused and dysfunctional apps.
Read MoreApple Store workers in Atlanta are forming a union 'because we love this company'
The group of 100 workers want to raise wages and "close the gap" between retail and corporate employees at a watershed moment for unionization.
Read MoreApple Store workers in Atlanta file for first union election in the US
They want to organize with the Communications Workers of America.
Read MoreApple workers at New York store call for minimum wage of $30 per hour
Apple Store employees attempting to form a union at the company's flagship Grand Central Terminal location in New York City want the tech giant to pay workers at least $30 per hour.
Read MoreApple products were made with 50 percent more recycled material last year
Apple says 18 percent of the material in its products was recycled in 2021, a 50 percent jump from the year before.
Read MoreWorkers at Apple's Grand Central Terminal store are moving toward a union vote
Apple Store employees at the company's flagship Grand Central Terminal location have begun collecting signatures to form a union
Read MoreApple has reportedly started testing nine Mac models with M2 chips
Developer logs reveal details about Apple's upcoming Mac computers.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 8 could include a body temperature sensor
WatchOS 9 may also add an improved low-power mode, according to Bloomberg.
Read MoreApple begins manufacturing the iPhone 13 in India
Apple has started manufacturing the iPhone 13 in India to both help it compete locally and diversify away from China.
Read MoreApple Studio Display issue leaves some owners unable to update their firmware
Some owners of the new Apple Studio Display are having problems updating to the latest firmware.
Read MoreApple hints at its first dual-port USB-C power adapter
Apple has hinted at its first power adapter with dual USB-C ports — you might not need a third-party brick to charge two gadgets at once.
Read MoreApple can now fix Face ID on the iPhone X without replacing the whole device
Apple now offers Face ID repairs for the iPhone X without having to replace the whole phone.
Read MorePolice reports suggest a larger pattern of AirTag stalking
Fifty women in eight jurisdictions called the cops after discovering an unwanted tracker.
Read MoreApple's online-only WWDC 2022 begins June 6th
Apple has announced that WWDC 2022 will take place between June 6th and June 10th.
Read MoreApple adds workouts for new parents to Fitness+
The company is adding seven ten-minute videos for new parents in a series called "Get back to fitness after having a baby."
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Noom is reportedly laying off up to a quarter of its wellness coaches
Noom is shrinking the number of coaches it has by around a quarter as it shifts how it handles user interactions.
Read MorePro Tools is now only available as a subscription service
There are three plans, starting at $10 per month or $99 per year.
Read MoreAbleton's updated Learning Synths website can record and export your musical doodles
Since 2019, Ableton's Learning Synths website has been a fun and free way to learn all the cool things you can do with synthesizers.
Read MoreSpotify opens video podcast publishing to more creators
Spotify now lets any creator publish video podcasts — provided you live in one of five countries.
Read MoreProductivity software that could have prevented tonight's capitol evacuation
An aircraft caused a brief and entirely unnecessary evacuation of Congress. Several products and services could have prevented this situation from occurring.
Read MoreZoom's desktop apps now respond to raised hands and thumbs-up gestures
You can now send a reaction in Zoom on PCs just by raising your hand or giving a thumbs-up.
Read MoreBrave's browser can automatically bypass Google's AMP pages
Brave is putting Google's Accelerate Mobile Pages (AMP) on blast with a new feature called De-AMP.
Read MoreBlackmagic launches DaVinci Resolve 18 with real-time cloud collaboration
Blackmagic Design has unveiled a raft of new products including the DaVinci Resolve 18 editing app and Blackmagic Cloud.
Read MoreScammy Mac apps force users to pay for subscription
A report by 'The Verge' reveals how some shady Mac apps are tricking users to pay up.
Read MoreOpera's crypto browser is now available on iOS
It comes with a built-in crypto wallet and access to Web3 apps.
Read MoreWhatsApp is adding reaction emoji and better misinformation controls
WhatsApp is introducing reaction emoji for chats, and group admins can delete false or otherwise problematic messages.
Read MoreWikipedia editors vote to block cryptocurrency donations
The editors voted in favor of a proposal to drop crypto donations.
Read MoreGoogle's 'Switch to Android' app helps iOS users do just that
Google has finally countered Apple's "Move to iOS" app by releasing "Switch to Android" for iOS on the App Store, confirming earlier rumors.
Read MoreThe New York Public Library makes four banned books free nationwide on its e-reader app
The books will be available nationwide via NYPL's "Books For All" program.
Read MoreDuckDuckGo opens its privacy-centric Mac browser to beta testers
The company says it can automatically clear those irritating cookie consent pop-ups on many websites.
Read MoreiMovie 3.0 for the iPhone and iPad makes it easier to create your first video
While Apple's iMovie software has always been a fairly powerful piece of movie-editing software, its main appeal is that it's a free and simple way to start making your own videos. But iMovie for the iPhone and iPad offers surprisingly little in the way of direction when you open it — it's up to the user to figure out how to structure their movie. Apple is changing that significantly today with iMovie 3.0 for iOS and iPadOS, a free download that's available now. The software features two new creation modes, Magic Movie and Storyboards, to help people build videos for the first time.
Read MoreAdobe makes it easier to collaborate on video production thanks to Frame.io
Adobe Creative Cloud now includes tools to help you collaborate on videos, and After Effects now has M1 support on Macs.
Read MoreArturia's Augmented Strings is a cinematic combo of orchestra and synth
The first entry in Arturia's new Augmented line of instruments is free until April 30th.
Read MoreSpotify Greenroom is now Spotify Live, and it's available in the main app
Spotify's live audio offering is now appropriately named Spotify Live, and you can find it inside the company's main app.
Read MoreDoorDash adds a cheaper DashPass plan for students
The $5 per month subscription costs half as much as the regular DashPass.
Read MoreGoPro's new Player + ReelSteady app adds stabilization and 360 tools
GoPro has unveiled Player + ReelSteady, a replacement for the GoPro Player app with added technology from GoPro's acquisition of ReelSteady.
Read MoreUber plans to add train, bus and flight bookings to its UK app
Uber is planning to add travel booking via flights, trains and more in the UK this year to expand its ride-hailing business.
Read MoreGoogle Docs now offers emoji reactions
You can now include not just text in Google Doc comments but emoji reactions, much as you can in messages or on social media.
Read MoreEpic Games made a mobile app that turns photos into 3D models
RealityScan is currently in limited beta.
Read MoreInstacart will compensate workers who get stiffed on tips
Instacart will now offer compensation to shoppers who get stiffed by customer 'tip baiting.'
Read MoreWindows 11 is getting a redesigned File Explorer with tabs
Windows 11 will bring tabs and pinned files to a redesigned File Explorer.
Read MoreTwitter’s Android app may finally get tweet text selection
Twitter's Android app has lagged behind its iOS counterpart for years, but at least in one way, the two apps could soon be on equal footing.
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India seizes $725 million from Xiaomi
India has seized assets worth approximately $725 million from Xiaomi India after the country's anti-money laundering agency found the subsidiary had broken local foreign exchange laws.
Read MoreIntel CEO says chip shortage could continue until 2024
Pat Gelsinger said the issue now affects equipment manufacturing.
Read MoreCWA accuses Activision of threatening employees for discussing work conditions
It's the second time the union has filed an unfair labor practices charge against the company
Read MoreAirbnb will stop offering refunds when a host or guest contracts COVID-19
An updated extenuating circumstances policy will apply to bookings made on or after May 31st.
Read MoreFormer Apple worker says Epic refused to hire her over labor advocacy
Former Apple employee Cher Scarlett has filed a labor complaint accusing Epic Games of refusing to hire her over workplace advocacy.
Read MoreSalesforce and Slack will loosen NDA restrictions for all US employees
They're giving workers more freedom to discuss workplace harassment or discrimination.
Read MoreAirbnb adopts permanent remote work option for employees
They'll be earning the same salary wherever it is in their country they choose to live.
Read MoreSnap made a $230 selfie drone called Pixy
It has four preset flight paths and will wirelessly transfer Snaps to your Snapchat Memories.
Read MoreElon Musk must continue to have his Tesla tweets checked before posting
Elon Musk won't be able to get out of his agreement requiring oversight of his tweets about the company.
Read MoreAlexa can tell you when your security camera detects a person or package
Amazon says even Google products like Nest Cam and Nest Doorbell will be supported.
Read MoreRobinhood lays off nine percent of its full-time employees
Tenev explained that Robinhood's rapid growth in headcount led to "some duplicate roles and job functions."
Read MoreVerizon fires worker for union organizing, CWA alleges
Shortly after two Verizon retail locations successfully unionized in Washington State, the company has fired a worker at its Seattle Northgate and Aurora Village stores. He contends it was explicitly their reaction to his own organizing efforts.
Read MoreJack Dorsey on Musk’s Twitter takeover: ‘Elon is the singular solution I trust’
In his first public comments since Twitter and Musk announced the $44 billion deal, Dorsey said that "Elon is the singular solution I trust."
Read MoreHitting the Books: When the military-industrial complex came to Silicon Valley
In his latest book, War Virtually, professor of Anthropology at San José State University, Roberto J González examines the military's increasing reliance on remote weaponry and robotic systems are changing the way wars are waged.
Read MoreJudge dismisses most claims in Sony gender discrimination lawsuit
Most of the claims in a gender discrimination lawsuit against Sony have been dismissed, but the case will have another chance.
Read MoreElon Musk's Boring Company plans to 'significantly' expand after funding round
Elon Musk's The Boring Company (TBC) is now worth up to $5.7 billion after a funding round that saw it raise $675 million.
Read MoreTesla nearly doubled its revenue in Q1 despite industry wide supply chain woes
Ignoring the whole Twitter thing, Tesla built 305,000 vehicles in the first quarter of this year, delivered 310,000 of them, and opened two new factories in Berlin and Austin.
Read MoreMotorola will be the official jersey patch partner of the San Diego Padres
The smartphone company's logo will be on the MLB team's jersey.
Read MoreTesla investors say a judge found Elon Musk’s ‘funding secured’ tweet was misleading
In court documents filed late Friday, a group of Tesla shareholders said a federal judge recently ruled Elon Musk made "false and misleading" statements in 2018.
Read MoreDuckDuckGo reportedly removes search results for major pirate websites (updated)
DuckDuckGo has allegedly delisted major pirate sites, and also appears to have scrubbed YouTube-dl.
Read MoreElon Musk says that Twitter's algorithm should be open source
If Elon Musk is indeed able to buy Twitter, the platform could look a lot different.
Read MorePeloton increases its subscription fees for the first time
It's cutting the prices of Bike, Bike+ and Tread hardware in a bid to lower the barrier to entry.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Elon Musk faces lawsuit over his Twitter investment
Today's tech headlines: Meta may release its first AR glasses in 2024, Elon Musk is hit with a class-action lawsuit over his Twitter investment, No Man's Sky's new update offers the life of a space pirate.
Read MoreElon Musk offers to buy Twitter for $43 billion
Elon Musk has offered to buy Twitter for $43 billion, telling the SEC in a filing that the deal would be good for free speech.
Read MoreJudge affirms jury's verdict in Tesla racism lawsuit but reduces $137 million payout
A federal judge has reduced the damages awarded to Owen Diaz to $15 million.
Read MoreGovernor Newsom faces accusations of meddling in Activision Blizzard lawsuit (updated)
A former lawyer with California's Department of Fair Employment and Housing has accused Governor Gavin Newsom of interfering with the agency's sexual harassment lawsuit against Activision Blizzard.
Read MoreSonos bought a startup that made a light-powered Bluetooth speaker
Sonos has acquired Mayht, a Dutch startup best known for co-creating a Bluetooth speaker powered by light.
Read MoreUS taxpayers unknowingly paid millions to get Starlink terminals to Ukraine
SpaceX didn't foot the bill entirely by itself, according to documents.
Read MoreCanada considers law requiring Facebook, Google to pay news publishers
Canada's Liberal Party has introduced legislation that would require Facebook, Google and others to pay news publishers for using their content.
Read MorePinterest will ban climate misinformation
Pinterest is banning climate misinformation, and says it's the first major online platform to do so.
Read MorePayPal's credit card will offer up to three percent cashback
Like Apple Card, the PayPal Cashback Mastercard has no annual fee.
Read MoreJack Dorsey regrets his role in creating a centralized internet
Twitter founder Jack Dorsey would like you to know he too misses the early days of the internet when protocols like IRC made the web seem like a place of boundless possibility.
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Buying Guides (48)
AirPods Pro are down to $175, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include $75 off the AirPods Pro, $50 off the Beats Studio Buds and up to $325 off Solo Stove smokeless fire pits.
Read MoreBeats Fit Pro are on sale for $180 right now
Beats Fit Pro have dropped to $180 in an Amazon sale, and you'll also find discounts for the AirPods Pro and Beats Studio Buds.
Read MoreSolo Stove's spring sale knocks up to $325 off fire pits
All of Solo Stove smokeless fire pits are on sale right now, bringing the cheapest of the bunch down to $200.
Read MoreThe 2022 Apple iPad Air is $40 off right now
The 5G-capable version is also on sale for an all-time low of $700.
Read MoreAmazon one-day PC accessory sale offers savings of up to 48 percent
For anyone building a PC or looking for accessories like monitors, storage or keyboards, Amazon is having a one-day sale that might be of strong interest.
Read MoreAmazon's second-gen Echo Show 5 falls back to $50
You can also get two Blink Mini cameras for the price of one.
Read MoreJabra's new Elite 4 Active earbuds are on sale for $100 right now
Amazon knocks $20 off Jabra's Elite 4 Active earbuds, bringing them down to a record low of $100.
Read MoreApple's 16-inch MacBook Pro falls to a new all-time low of $2,249
Apple's 16-inch MacBook Pro has dropped to a new all-time low of $2,249 at Amazon, or $250 off the usual price.
Read MoreAmazon knocks 10 percent off Nintendo's $50 eShop gift card
Nintendo's $50 eShop gift card is $5 off at Amazon, so you can get it for only $45.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy S22 phones drop to new record lows at Amazon
Amazon knocks up to $200 off the Samsung Galaxy S22 smartphones, so you can get one for as low as $700.
Read MoreAmazon's latest Echo Dot falls to a new all-time low of $28
If you've been eyeing an Alexa-powered fourth-generation Echo Dot smart speaker, now is the time to buy.
Read MoreiRobot's Roomba 694 drops to $180, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include the Roomba 694 for $180, Apple's latest AirPods for $150 and the 10.2-inch iPad for $309.
Read MoreAmazon's Eero Pro mesh routers are up to 25 percent off
Amazon is offering steep discounts for Eero Pro mesh routers, including WiFi 6 models.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Max are $99 off at Amazon
You'll need to opt for the silver or space gray options to get the full discount.
Read MoreA bunch of Google Nest devices are on sale for as low as $80
A number of Google Nest devices are on sale right now, including the Nest Video Doorbell Battery for $150.
Read MoreLenovo's Smart Clock Essential with Alexa falls to a new low of $45
That's $25 off its retail price.
Read MoreThe Ninja Foodi 10-in-1 multicooker is $70 off right now
Amazon knocks 35 percent off Ninja's 10-in-1 multicooker, bringing it down to $130.
Read MoreApple's 14-inch MacBook Pro is back down to a record low of $1,749
Amazon knocks $250 off the 14-inch MacBook Pro, bringing it down to $1,749.
Read MoreiRobot's Roomba 694 is back on sale for $179
Amazon knocks 35 percent off iRobot's Roomba 694, bringing it down to a record low of $179.
Read MoreApple's third-gen AirPods drop to $150, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include Apple's latest AirPods for $150, the 10.2-inch iPad for $309 and Amazon's Kindle for $55.
Read MoreiRobot's poop-detecting Roomba j7+ robot vacuum is $200 off right now
Get $200 off some of iRobot's latest Roomba robot vacuums, including the Roomba j7+, ahead of Mother's Day.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Pro are on sale for $175 again
Amazon knocks 30 percent off Apple's AirPods Pro, bringing them down to $175.
Read MoreSamsung's portable Freestyle projector is $250 off for today only
The projector is on sale for $650 for a limited time.
Read MoreAmazon's smart thermostat falls back to a low of $48
If you don't need all the fancy features of Google's Nest thermostat, Amazon's smart thermostat is a solid, budget-friendly option.
Read MoreApple's Mac Mini M1 falls back to an all-time low of $570
Apple's Mac Mini M1 has gone on sale multiple times since it launched in 2020, but it's available now at the best price we've seen so far.
Read MoreAnker chargers and accessories are up to 44 percent off today at Amazon
You can get power strips, power banks, cables and chargers at a discount.
Read MoreMicrosoft's spring sale knocks up to $200 off the Surface Laptop Go
The Surface Laptop Go is down to as low as $400 thanks to Microsoft new spring sale.
Read MoreApple TV 4K with 64GB of storage falls back to an all-time low
The last time it dipped to $170 was in December.
Read MoreApple's latest AirPods are back on sale for $150
Amazon knocks $30 off Apple's latest AirPods, bringing them down to $150.
Read MoreGoogle's Nest Learning Thermostat is $50 off right now
Google's Nest Learning Thermostat is on sale for $200 right now, which is $50 off its normal price.
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle and Fire tablet sale offers savings of up to 45 percent
Amazon has launched a sale on both Fire HD tablets and Kindle devices, with most items at the second-best prices we've seen so far.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 7 falls to a new all-time low of $314 at Amazon
Apple Watch Series 7 models are still on sale at Amazon starting at $330, but one model in particular just fell even further.
Read MoreApple's 10.2-inch iPad is down to $309 right now
You can purchase the 64GB variant for $309, down from its usual $329 price.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 7 models drop to $330, plus the rest of this week's best tech deals
The best tech deals this week include $70 off the Apple Watch Series 7, 38 percent off the second-generation AirPods and $70 off Anker's Eufy RoboVac 11S.
Read MoreNintendo's $50 eShop gift card is 10 percent off again at Amazon
If you want the latest Switch games, particularly the most popular AAA titles, usually the only choice is to suck it up and pay full price.
Read MoreGoogle's Nest Hub and Nest Cam bundle is $50 off at B&H
The smart home products usually cost $100 each.
Read MoreAnker's affordable Eufy RoboVac 11S drops to $160 at Amazon
Amazon knocked $70 off Anker's Eufy RoboVac 11S robot vacuum, bringing it down to $160.
Read MoreMicrosoft’s Xbox Series S is $50 off at Adorama today only
For today only, you can get the Series S for $250 at Adorama.
Read MoreAugust's 4th-gen WiFi smart lock is $40 off right now
August's WiFi smart lock is down to $189 at Wellbots, which is $40 off its normal price.
Read MoreApple's 256GB iPad returns to a record low of $429
Amazon knocked $50 off Apple's 256GB iPad, bringing it down to $429.
Read MoreNative Instruments’ Maschine devices are up to $200 off
You'll also get some free software expansions if you pick one up by May 5th.
Read MoreGet a $25 Amazon gift card when you buy the Beats Fit Pro
You can get a free $25 Amazon gift card when you buy Beats Fit Pro earbuds — a solid deal if you're a frequent Amazon shopper.
Read MoreLG's 2021 C1 OLED TVs are up to 32 percent off right now
Amazon knocked up to 32 percent off LG's 2021 C1 OLED TVs, so you can grab one for as low as $997.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 7 models fall to new all-time lows in one-day Amazon sale
If you've been eyeing the latest Apple Watch Series 7, there's never been a better time to get one.
Read MoreApple’s AirPods Pro are back on sale for $174
If you've been patiently waiting to buy the AirPods Pro, now is a good time to do so.
Read MoreApple's new iPad Air is $30 off, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include $30 off the 2022 iPad Air, $50 off Bose's QuietComfort 45 headphones and 58 percent off Amazon's Echo Buds.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy S22 is down to a record low of $700 at Amazon
Amazon knocks $100 off the Samsung Galaxy S22 smartphone, bringing it down to $700.
Read MoreApple's 2021 iPad mini falls back to an all-time low of $459 at Amazon
The iPad mini in Starlight costs $40 lower than retail for the first time.
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Computing (4)
E Ink's latest color ePaper panel is faster, denser and features pen support
E Ink has just announced its next-generation color ePaper panel, and it's a major update for the nascent technology.
Read MoreVive's Mars CamTrack promises virtual set technology on an indie budget
HTC Vive has unveiled the Mars CamTrack, a system designed to put real-world actors into virtual environments Mandalorian-style.
Read MoreSonicware’s SmplTrek is a battery-powered groovebox for on-the-go beatmaking
You can use the sampler's built-in mic to capture audio pretty much anywhere.
Read MoreAnker says its first 3D printer is designed with speed in mind
Anker, a company known for its charging products, now makes 3D printers.
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Cybersecurity (21)
Hackers are reportedly using emergency data requests to extort women and minors
In response to fraudulent legal requests, companies like Apple, Google, Meta and Twitter have been tricked into sharing sensitive personal information about some of their customers.
Read MoreBored Ape Yacht Club's Instagram compromised in $2.4 million NFT phishing scam
"All my apes are gone."
Read MoreLapsus$ stole T-Mobile's source code before member arrests in March
Before police arrested seven of the group's more prolific members in late March, ransomware gang Lapsus$ stole T-Mobile's source code that same month.
Read MoreOkta says Lapsus$ breach affected only two customers
Following a breach of its systems in January, Okta has released a forensic report finding that the threat group Lapsus$ accessed just two active customers.
Read MoreFBI believes North Korean hacker cell is behind last month's $600 million crypto heist
On Thursday, the FBI announced that it now attributes the heist, dubbed the Ronin Validator Security Breach, to a North Korean outfit calling itself the Lazarus Group.
Read MoreUS warns of state-supported malware built to attack critical infrastructure
The US has warned of state-backed malware designed to attack critical infrastructure.
Read MoreT-Mobile may have secretly attempted to buy customer data leaked in 2021 hack
Newly unsealed court documents suggest T-Mobile may have hired a third-party firm to prevent the data leaked in the hack from circulating more widely.
Read MoreUkraine says Russian hackers tried and failed to attack an energy provider
ESET and Microsoft helped fend off the cyberattack.
Read MoreMicrosoft blocked Russian cyberattacks targeting Ukraine
Microsoft said it has disrupted cyberattacks from a Russia-linked group called Strontium (aka APT28 and Fancy Bear) targeting Ukraine and the West.
Read MoreThe FBI silently removed Russian malware to thwart global cyberattacks
Sometimes even without the network owner's knowledge.
Read MoreGoogle pulls apps that may have harvested data from millions of Android devices
Google has pulled dozens of apps used by millions of users after finding that they covertly harvested data.
Read MoreVevo says an 'unauthorized source' vandalized Drake, Lil Nas X and other YouTube channels
If you were trying to watch Taylor Swift, Drake, The Weeknd and other artists on YouTube this morning, you may not have seen what you expected.
Read MoreCash App breach impacted over 8 million users
A former employee downloaded reports with US customer information.
Read MoreGermany seizes the world's largest, longest-serving dark web market
German police have shut down Hydra, the world's oldest and largest dark web marketplace.
Read MoreHackers breached Mailchimp to target crypto holders
Trezor hardware wallet users were the target of a phishing campaign.
Read MoreDOJ seizes $34 million of crypto from the dark web seller
The US has just seized $34 million from the dark web in one of the largest cryptocurrency civil forfeiture filings to date.
Read MoreState Department’s new bureau makes cybersecurity a part of foreign policy
The Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy will focus on national security and other issues.
Read MoreHitting the Books: Raytheon, Yahoo Finance and the rise of the 'cybersmear' lawsuit
That time Raytheon subpoenaed Yahoo! to get it to give up the names of three anonymous Y! Finance message board users so it could sue them too.
Read MoreBored Ape and other major NFT Discord servers targeted by scammers
The Discord servers of popular NFT projects, including the Bored Ape Yacht Club, were targeted by scammers in the early hours of April Fools'.
Read MoreUK police charge two teens in connection with Lapsus$ hacking group case
After arresting seven alleged members of the hacking group Lapsus$ last week, London police have charged two of them with multiple computer crimes.
Read MoreApple's latest iOS and macOS updates patch two zero-day vulnerabilities
iOS 15.4.1 also fixes a battery drain issue.
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Entertainment (2)
Lego launches an Ultimate version of Luke Skywalker’s Landspeeder
If you were looking for an insanely-detailed version of Luke's hot-rod, today is your lucky day.
Read MoreBrandon Sanderson's record-breaking Kickstarter campaign ends with $41.7 million
The author more than doubled the amount brought in by the previous record holder, Pebble.
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EVs and Transportation (59)
Lyft and Uber will cover legal fees of drivers sued under Oklahoma abortion law
Much like they did in Texas, Lyft and Uber have pledged to cover drivers sued under Oklahoma's forthcoming SB 1503 law.
Read MoreFormula E teams envision what Gen3 livery could look like
A show car is one thing, but more track-ready concepts for Formula E's Gen3 are another.
Read MoreFormula E driver Oliver Askew on the challenges of a rookie season
American Formula E driver Oliver Askew discusses the challenges of the series, racing in Monaco and the Gen3 car.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Formula E unveils the world's most efficient race car
Amazon's pandemic boom is over, Elon Musk's Tesla tweets still need to be checked before posting and Snap's $230 selfie drone is called Pixy.
Read MoreBeijing approves driverless taxi permits for Baidu and Pony.ai
Both companies are authorized to operate in a limited area.
Read MoreFormula E Gen3: The world's most efficient race car
Formula E's next-gen electric racer car is faster, light and more powerful. But perhaps most importantly, it's incredibly efficient.
Read MoreStates, activists sue USPS over purchase of gas-powered mail trucks
Both 16 states and activists have sued the US Postal Service over its plan to buy gas-powered mail delivery trucks.
Read MoreRivian teases off-road Sand Mode and a pet-friendly HVAC feature
Those who opted for an Ocean Coast trim will need to wait until at least the fall for their R1T or R1S.
Read MoreDodge will reveal a Hornet plug-in hybrid in August
Dodge has unveiled plans to release a plug-in hybrid version of its Hornet compact in August.
Read MoreLucid will sell up to 100,000 EVs to the Saudi government
Luxury EV maker Lucid Group has struck a deal to sell the government of Saudi Arabia up to 100,000 vehicles over the next ten years.
Read MoreSubaru's first EV, the Solterra SUV, starts at $44,995
Subaru will start its Solterra EV at $44,995 in the US.
Read MoreDARPA taps Intel to create simulation software for off-road autonomous vehicles
The company will work on new tools to improve autonomous combat vehicles.
Read MoreFord starts production of its F-150 Lightning electric pickup
Ford has begun production of the F-150 Lightning, launching a new wave of competition in electric trucks.
Read MoreChevrolet is making an all-electric Corvette
Chevy will release a Corvette EV, and a hybrid is coming as soon as 2023.
Read MoreGM’s Ultium heat pump can extend EV ranges up to 10 percent
GM has announced its latest entry into waste heat reclamation game with the debut of its "Ultium Energy Recovery" system that promises to extend EV ranges and improve charging times.
Read MoreElon Musk isn't done with the idea of building a hyperloop
Elon Musk has tweeted that The Boring Company will attempt to build a working Hyperloop "in the coming years."
Read MoreTesla can now insure your EV in Colorado, Oregon and Virginia
Tesla is now offering data-based insurance in Colorado, Oregon and Virginia, and Nevada might not be far behind.
Read MoreEnergy Department challenges students to wring more efficiency from EVs
The Energy Department has launched a challenge that asks students from 15 universities to squeeze more efficiency from EVs.
Read MoreFAA revokes YouTuber's pilot license, saying he deliberately crashed his plane
On November 21st, Trevor Jacob's single-engine airplane fell out of the sky. On Thursday, the FAA accused him of staging the entire incident for online clout.
Read MoreUber Green rides now cost the same as UberX trips
Riders no longer need to pay a $1 surcharge to request a hybrid or EV.
Read MoreLincoln's first electric vehicle concept is the Star SUV
Lincoln has unveiled the Star, its first electric concept vehicle, with plans for four production EVs by 2026.
Read MoreIndi One first look: Part EV, part gaming PC
Among the countless EV startups, INDIEV is setting itself apart with its upcoming car that will feature a unique vehicle integrated computer that runs Windows and is capable of playing full PC games.
Read MoreBMW's first all-electric 7 series starts at $120,295
BMW has unveiled its first 7 series EV, and it includes plenty of luxuries for both drivers and passengers.
Read MoreUK regulators will allow drivers to watch TV in autonomous cars
With self-driving vehicles possibly arriving on UK roads later this year, the government is starting to put rules in place.
Read MoreLexus announces the RZ, its first purpose-built EV
Lexus' first pure-EV adds the tech from Toyota's bZ4X and sprinkles on a lot of luxury.
Read MoreUber and Lyft drop mask requirements for US drivers and passengers
Uber and Lyft have dropped mask requirements for drivers and passengers in the US despite ongoing pandemic concerns.
Read MoreAudi’s Urbansphere EV concept is built for tomorrow's megacities
Audi unveiled its latest EV concept on Tuesday. The Urbansphere will serve as an autonomous oasis against the stresses of tomorrow's commutes.
Read MoreMercedes' EQS SUV arrives in US showrooms this year
Mercedes is building on the launch of the EQS and EQE with its a new model for the US: the EQS SUV.
Read MoreVW ID.Buzz first look: An EV that makes vans cool again
Ahead of its arrival in 2024, we got a chance to check out the new VW ID.Buzz in person. Not only is it stylish, it's also going to be one of the first consumer electric vans on the market.
Read MoreTesla will no longer include a mobile charger with new vehicle purchases
Tesla has stopped including a complimentary Mobile Connector Bundle with new vehicle orders.
Read MoreRiding in the Mercedes Vision EQXX, the ultimate endurance EV
In January, Mercedes unveiled the Vision EQXX, an electric concept vehicle that promised a range of over 1000 kilometers on a single charge. It's now achieved that feat, and we had a chance to ride along and talk to one of its drivers.
Read MoreHonda will retire the hybrid Insight to focus production on its 'core' models
Honda on Thursday announced that it will stop production on the Hybrid Insight this June as the company refocuses efforts on its "core" hybrid models — the Accord, CR-V and Civic.
Read MoreKia's EV9 SUV will arrive in the US in the second half of 2023
The automaker has yet to reveal pricing details, however.
Read MoreKia's 2023 Niro SUV comes in all the EV flavors
On Wednesday, Kia took to the NYIAS 2022 stage to show off its latest iterations of the popular Niro compact sport utility, one for every kind of EV enthusiast.
Read MoreHyundai's electrified Genesis GV70 will be its first EV manufactured in the US
Hyundai will manufacture EVs in the US starting in December this year with the electrified Genesis GV70 crossover model.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Tesla's cheaper Model Y is almost here
Today's tech headlines: Tesla's cheaper Model Y is incoming, FIFA launches its own soccer streaming service, GoPro's 'Bones' is a stripped-down Hero cam for drones.
Read MoreUber and Lyft criticized for surge pricing after NYC subway shooting
Following an incident this morning which left 10 people shot and others injured, the two rideshare companies increased fare prices -- something they're now working to remedy.
Read MoreTesla will release a cheaper Model Y with bigger batteries soon
Tesla is offering a Model Y with its new battery and a lower-priced AWD configuration, but it's currently limited to staff.
Read MoreToyota's first EV will start at $42,000
While the Prius is one of the most well-known hybrid cars on the market, this spring Toyota is finally releasing its first proper battery electric vehicle in the bZ4X, which will start at $42,000.
Read MoreLucid unveils two variants of its Air Grand Touring EV
The California-based EV startup is delivering two more luxury sedans.
Read MoreThe Lectric XP Lite is a folding e-bike with a low price
Lectric has launched the XP Lite, an $800 e-bike with 40 miles of range and 20 MPH top speed.
Read MoreNissan now fully owns a Formula E team
Nissan has been racing in Formula E in partnership with the e.dams racing team since 2018. Now, it's the team's owner.
Read MoreHonda plans to invest $40 billion on EVs and launch 30 models by 2030
It previously pledged to phase out gas-powered cars by 2040.
Read MoreLincoln teases its first EV concept
Lincoln has teased its first concept EV, and will reveal more on April 20th.
Read MoreAn autonomous Cruise vehicle left police confused when they tried to pull it over
The future is a weird place.
Read MoreNissan plans to launch its first solid-state battery EV by 2028
Nissan aims to release its first EV with solid-state batteries by 2028, potentially lowering the cost of electric cars.
Read MoreHummer EV first drive: An enormous electric super truck
The idea of a gas-free Hummer almost feels like a contradiction, but unsurprisingly it's actually a lot of fun. Impractical, ostentatious fun.
Read MoreTesla's Cybertruck will go on sale in 2023, says Elon Musk
The automaker also plans to launch a wide beta of its Full Self-Driving technology in North America this year.
Read MoreFord and Lincoln owners can now personalize their Alexa commands
Ford and Lincoln owners whose vehicles have hands-free access to Alexa don't have to stick to using standard voice commands if they don't want to.
Read MoreSmart reveals the production version of its compact electric SUV
Smart has unveiled the production version of its electric SUV, and it promises concept-like style with up to 273 miles of range.
Read MoreVolvo says all its new vehicles now support over-the-air updates
Volvo now offers over-the-air (OTA) software updates across its entire vehicle lineup, it announced.
Read MoreThe Morning After: VanMoof's two new different, but stylish, e-bikes
Today's tech headlines: Vanmoof announces two new e-bikes, including one for longer rides, Unreal Engine 5 is finally ready to power next-gen game development, GM and Honda plans to build 'affordable' EVs that arrive in 2027.
Read MoreUber will soon offer taxi rides in San Francisco
The ride-hailing giant has inked a deal with Yellow Cab SF and Flywheel.
Read MoreVanMoof refreshes its e-bike lineup with the $3,000 S5 and A5
The new models have a built-in halo ring interface, a phone charger and across-the-board upgrades.
Read MoreGM and Honda announce plans to build 'affordable' EVs arriving in 2027
GM and Honda will co-develop a series of affordable EVs using a global architecture and GM's Ultium battery technology.
Read MoreThe DeLorean EV will be unveiled on August 18th
After years of teasing, the DeLorean Motor Company announced on Monday that it will unveil an all-electric vehicle on August 18th.
Read MoreHertz will order up to 65,000 Polestar EVs for its rental fleet
Hertz will order as many as 65,000 Polestar EVs to help electrify its rental fleet.
Read MoreTesla's deliveries increased despite supply shortages and plant closures
Tesla delivered 310,048 vehicles over the first three months of 2022.
Read MoreWashington is first state to guarantee pay and benefits for Uber and Lyft drivers
Washington State's governor has signed a pay guarantee for Uber and Lyft drivers into law.
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Gaming (62)
Cat adventure game ‘Stray’ delayed to summer 2022
Cat aficionados will have to wait a bit longer to get their paws on Stray.
Read MoreThe 'Overwatch 2' beta brings fresh content to a stale game
This is just a slice of the full sequel and it's shaping up just fine.
Read MoreF1 returns to 'Rocket League' with 2022 Fan Pass
Now you can play Rocket League with updated F1 cars.
Read MoreBlizzard will reveal the first Warcraft mobile game on May 3rd
Tune into Reveal.Blizzard.com on Tuesday, May 3rd at 10am Pacific to learn more about World of Warcraft coming to mobile!
Read MoreCall of Duty games now prevent cheaters from seeing opponents
Call of Duty's anti-cheat system now prevents cheaters from seeing their opponents — they'll be at a disadvantage to honest players.
Read More'Disney Dreamlight Valley' looks like Animal Crossing with Wall-E and Moana
You can go fishing with Goofy and help Anna and Elsa restore their memories.
Read More'Sifu' is getting difficulty options to help more people actually finish the game
Developer Sloclap has plans for several major updates throughout the year.
Read MoreUbisoft shuts down online services for 91 games
Ubisoft has shut off online services for 91 games, including older 'Far Cry' and 'Just Dance' titles.
Read MoreSega will delist digital versions of classic Sonic games on May 20th
Ahead of the June 23rd release of Sonic Origins, Sega announced today it would delist the standalone digital versions of Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic 2, Sonic 3 & Knuckles and Sonic CD.
Read MoreHistoric UK Proms music festival to include its first video game concert
For the first time, the UK's annual Proms classical music festival will feature a concert dedicated to video game compositions.
Read More'Apex Legends' season 13 will bring big changes to the Ranked system
The latest playable legend, Newcastle, will also arrive on May 10th.
Read MoreUbisoft's new 'team battle arena' game isn't a battle royale, claims company
Following a leak early Saturday, Ubisoft announced it was working on a new "team battle arena" game codenamed Project Q
Read MoreRaven Studio game testers can vote to form a union, NLRB rules
A group of 21 quality assurance testers at Raven Software have received the blessing of the National Labor Relations Board to conduct a union vote, per a 27-page ruling from the agency released Friday.
Read MoreParadox outlines a revenue-sharing plan for Vampire: The Masquerade fan games
Indie devs can now make non-canon, officially sanctioned games based on the franchise.
Read More'F1 22' launches July 1st with VR support
EA's Formula 1 sim F1 22 will be released worldwide on July 1st, 2022 with the FIA's all-new hybrid cars and updated rules unveiled this season.
Read MoreA new 'Tales from the Borderlands' game is coming this year
It will feature all new characters and adventures.
Read MoreGodzilla and King Kong are coming to 'Call of Duty: Warzone'
Gaming crossovers are really starting to get out of hand (or paw).
Read MoreEven 'Rocket League' is adding a battle royale mode
'Rocket League' is adding a limited-time battle royale mode starting April 27th.
Read MoreJudge dismisses class-action against Activision Blizzard’s sexual harassment probe
Investors claimed the company misled them about investigations into its workplace culture.
Read MoreA Ghostbusters VR game is coming to Meta Quest 2
It's a four-player co-op title from the studio behind 'Far Cry VR: Dive Into Insanity.'
Read More'Among Us VR' will arrive later this year with literal finger pointing
Meta's Quest showcase also included a first look at the NFL VR game.
Read More'Sonic Origins' brings four remastered games to console and PC on June 23rd
The first four 'Sonic the Hedgehog' games will be available in remastered versions when 'Sonic Origins' arrives on June 23rd.
Read MoreAmy Hennig's studio is making a Star Wars game
Amy Hennig's Skydance New Media studio announced today it's working on a AAA Star Wars game with Lucasfilm Games.
Read MoreSega’s Super Game project already has a Crazy Taxi reboot under way
We could see online, multiplayer versions of 'Crazy Taxi' and 'Jet Set Radio' coming in the next four years.
Read More'Battlefield 2042' will finally get in-game voice chat on Tuesday
Weapon attachments are also being overhauled in the 4.0 patch.
Read More'No More Heroes 3' heads to PlayStation, Xbox and PC this fall
After debuting exclusively on Nintendo Switch last year, No More Heroes 3 is coming to PC and home consoles.
Read MoreChina cracks down on livestreaming of ‘unauthorized’ games
China has signaled it will begin actively enforcing regulation that forbids the livestreaming of unauthorized games.
Read MoreSee Overwatch 2's first new hero Sojourn in action
She shows off some serious power slide moves in a gameplay trailer.
Read More'Cyberpunk 2077' expansion will arrive in 2023
CD Projekt Red has revealed that the 'Cyberpunk 2077' expansion will launch in 2023.
Read MoreCD Projekt Red delays 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt' next-gen update indefinitely
CDPR has indefinitely delayed next-gen updates for 'The Witcher 3' as it moves work in-house.
Read MoreDungeons and Dragons owner Hasbro buys up D&D Beyond
Wizards of the Coast owner Hasbro is buying D&D Beyond, one of the most popular digital toolsets for playing Dungeons and Dragons.
Read MoreNiantic's next AR game looks like a modern version of Tamagotchi
It's building on the success of 'Pokémon Go' and 'Pikmin Bloom' with an original title.
Read MoreNo Man’s Sky's Outlaws update lets you play as a space pirate
You can smuggle illegal goods and hire a squadron for ship-to-ship combat.
Read MoreSony and Nintendo stop billing unused game subscriptions in the UK
Sony and Nintendo will no longer bill unused gaming subscriptions in the UK, three months after Microsoft made similar changes.
Read MorePlayStation indie darling 'Bugsnax' heads to Xbox, Steam and Switch on April 28th
After nearly two years of PlayStation and Epic Games Store exclusivity, indie darling Bugsnax is making its way to additional platforms.
Read MoreActivision Blizzard recruits a new chief diversity officer amid harassment scandal
Kristen Hines will be tasked with helping to increase the number of women and non-binary workers at the company.
Read MoreEpic Games receives $2 billion investment from Sony and Lego's parent company
No prizes for guessing that it'll use the cash to help build its vision of the metaverse.
Read MoreSega says its 'Super Game' project is actually multiple AAA titles
Sega has revealed that its 'Super Game' might use NFTs — and it's not just one game.
Read More'Kingdom Hearts IV' features a new look for series protagonist Sora
Square Enix is developing a new mainline Kingdom Hearts game.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Wordle’s Wordlebot will judge your poor word choices
Today's tech headlines: Wordle's Wordlebot will judge your poor word choices, The FBI silently removed Russian malware to thwart global cyberattacks, Smart reveals the production version of its compact electric SUV.
Read MoreWordle’s Wordlebot will analyze how badly you played
Players can find out if they played efficiently or just got lucky.
Read MoreClassic puzzle game 'Myst' is being turned into a VR mini golf course
An expansion for 'Walkabout Mini Golf' will arrive later this year.
Read MoreActivision Blizzard gives 1,100 QA testers full-time jobs and higher base pay
The move comes amid a unionization effort by QA workers at Raven Software.
Read More'Rogue Legacy 2' will hit PC and Xbox on April 28th
The official launch of the indie roguelike sequel is just a few weeks away.
Read MoreRemedy is remaking the first two Max Payne games for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S
Remedy is remaking Max Payne and Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne.
Read MoreTHQ Nordic will host a digital game showcase on August 12th
THQ Nordic will host its second annual digital showcase on August 12th.
Read More‘Ghost Recon Breakpoint’ won’t receive any more updates
The game is home to Ubisoft's first implementation of NFTs.
Read More‘Two Point Campus’ offers evolution, not revolution
It's not a dramatic departure from the template laid down in 'Hospital' but that's not a bad thing.
Read MoreA new Tomb Raider game is on the way, powered by Unreal Engine 5
Crystal Dynamics has "just started development" on a new Tomb Raider game
Read MoreSamurai side-scroller 'Trek to Yomi' heads to consoles and PC on May 5th
Devolver Digital will release stylish side-scroller Trek to Yomi on May 5th.
Read MoreUnreal Engine 5 is finally ready to power a new generation of games
Unreal Engine 5 is finally available, and promises a new wave of more realistic games and shows.
Read MoreUbisoft’s Rainbow Six series heads to mobile later this year
It's what Tom Clancy would have wanted.
Read MoreIrreverent RPG 'Nobody Saves the World' comes to PS4, PS5 and Switch on April 14th
DrinkBox's cheeky RPG 'Nobody Saves the World' will be available on PS4, PS5 and Switch on April 14th.
Read MoreA Monkey Island sequel from creator Ron Gilbert is coming this year
'Return to Monkey Island' is the first new entry in the series since 2009.
Read More'Fortnite' players raised $144 million for Ukraine relief efforts
Epic Games and Xbox donated their shares of proceeds from the last two weeks.
Read MoreEpic brings building back to Fortnite’s casual queue
Not two weeks after Epic Games removed the feature, Building is back in Fortnite.
Read MoreActivision Blizzard will let studios decide their own COVID vaccine policy
Its studio's don't have to follow Activision Blizzard's company-wide policy to drop its vaccine mandate.
Read MoreThe follow-up to 'Hyper Light Drifter' is a full 3D co-op slasher
The follow-up to 'Hyper Light Drifter' has been revealed — and it's not a sequel.
Read MoreThe original 'Angry Birds' game returns to app stores
The remake costs 99 cents, but it doesn't have in-app purchases.
Read MoreAurora from 'Child of Light' is the latest playable character in 'Bloodstained'
The crossover brings Ubisoft's colorful heroine to ArtPlay's gothic universe.
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Google (20)
Epic asks court to stop Google's removal of Bandcamp from the Play Store (updated)
Epic Games has filed to stop Google from pulling Bandcamp from the Play Store due to its third-party billing.
Read MoreGoogle takes first steps in rolling out Android’s Privacy Sandbox
After an initial round of alpha testing and feedback, Google announced on Thursday that the first developer's preview of the sandbox is now available as part of the Android 13 beta 1.
Read MoreGoogle will allow users to limit ads about parenting, weight loss and dating
Users can restrict ads from several new sensitive categories on YouTube and Google Display, joining previous categories like gambling and alcohol.
Read MoreYou can now ask Google to remove phone numbers from search results
Google now lets you ask to remove more personal info from search results, including phone numbers.
Read MoreAds are coming to YouTube Shorts
With YouTube's Shorts gathering significant momentum over the past year, Google is now experimenting with ads on the platform.
Read MoreGoogle begins the rollout of Play Store safety listings
The tech giant is giving developers until July 20th to declare their apps' privacy information.
Read MoreGoogle files a trademark application for 'Pixel Watch'
It has long been rumored that the tech giant will launch its first smartwatch this year.
Read MoreGoogle is banning third-party call recording apps from the Play Store
Google is introducing a new Play Store policy that will effectively block third-party call recording apps from the Play Store by May 11th.
Read MoreGoogle lets you explore new heritage sites with help from the State Department
The US Department of State is making it easier for people to explore cultural heritage sites from around the world by partnering with Google Arts & Culture.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Google and iFixit collaborate on parts to help you repair Pixel phones
Today's tech headlines: Google and iFixit will offer parts to help you repair Pixel phones, 'Sonic the Hedgehog 2' has the best opening weekend for a video game movie, iOS 16 could include upgraded health tracking features.
Read MoreGoogle blocks Russian parliament YouTube channel
On Saturday, the company said it had "terminated" the channel, which airs meetings of Russia's lower house of parliament, for a violation of the platform's terms of service.
Read MoreGoogle and iFixit will offer parts to help you repair Pixel phones
Google and iFixit will offer official repair parts for Pixel phones later this year.
Read MoreGoogle Meet will kick you out if you're the only person in the meeting
The feature will be available on desktop and iOS in the coming days.
Read MoreGoogle Lens can now search images and text at the same time
The feature is powered by Google's Google Multisearch technology.
Read MoreGoogle is clamping down on out-of-date Android apps
Google has unveiled new policies for the Play store that will effectively bar any existing Android Apps that are significantly out of date.
Read MoreKorean authorities tell Google it can't remove apps that link to external payments
Google will be violating Korean law if it pushes through with its plan to remove apps linking out to external payment methods, Korean authorities warn.
Read MoreGoogle Maps is getting toll pricing and other route details
To help people better plan for their next road trip, Google Maps is getting estimated toll pricing and enhanced details for things like traffic lights and points of interest.
Read MoreAlphabet's Wing will begin drone deliveries in Dallas-Fort Worth on April 7th
Alphabet's Wing division has announced that it's launching a drone delivery service in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex on April 7th.
Read MoreGoogle ‘unfairly’ blocked rival payments, India’s antitrust regulator says
Indian developers are only allowed to use Google's billing system for Android apps.
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Laptops (1)
Dell's XPS 13 Plus ultraportable is now available for $1,299
The Developer Edition, which ships with Ubuntu, will set you back $1,249.
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Meta (14)
Leaked document indicates Facebook has little insight into how user data is handled
The report casts doubt on the company's ability to comply with privacy regulations.
Read MoreMeta will open its first physical store May 9th
The first "Meta Store" opens May 9th in Burlingame, California, close to the headquarters for Meta's Reality Labs division.
Read MoreSheryl Sandberg reportedly used Facebook resources to help embattled Activision CEO
Meta is reportedly investigating whether Sheryl Sandberg broke company rules in her dealings with a publication that was reporting on Activision CEO Bobby Kotick.
Read MoreQuest headset apps now support hand clapping and high-fives
Apps for Meta's Quest VR headset now support hand claps, high-fives and other new controller-free gestures.
Read MoreMeta teases a web version of Horizon Worlds
Meta has teased a web version of Horizon Worlds where creators would get a larger cut of sales.
Read MoreMeta reportedly plans to release its first AR glasses in 2024
Meta reportedly aims to release its first AR glasses in 2024, and they may play a key role in the company's future.
Read MoreMeta will take a 48 percent cut from sales in Horizon Worlds
Meta has confirmed it will take a nearly 48 percent share of all virtual product sales in Horizon Worlds.
Read MoreMeta tests letting creators sell digital goods in virtual reality
Meta has begun testing user monetization tools within Horizon Worlds, the company announced on Monday.
Read MoreMeta will close a loophole in its doxxing policy in response to the Oversight Board
Meta has agreed to change some of its rules around doxxing in response to recommendations from the Oversight Board.
Read MoreMeta may return to digital currencies despite its failures
Meta is reportedly preparing to revisit digital currency despite setbacks, although the 'Zuck Buck' wouldn't be a cryptocurrency.
Read MoreFacebook may crack down on Russian government accounts to fight disinformation
Facebook says it's eyeing new ways to limit the influence of official Russian government accounts as it sees a surge in cyber espionage and "covert influence operations."
Read MoreMark Zuckerberg thinks this looks like a home office
The Meta CEO's vision of a VR home office leaves a little to be desired.
Read MoreMeta won't host its F8 developer conference this year
Meta won't hold an F8 conference in 2022 as it shifts its attention to the metaverse.
Read MoreFacebook wants you to post Reels from third-party apps
Facebook introduced a new "sharing to Reels" feature for third-party developers to allow users to post directly to Facebook Reels.
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Microsoft (2)
Activision Blizzard shareholders approve Microsoft's $68.7 billion takeover bid
The blockbuster deal is one step closer to being sealed, but it's still not a sure thing.
Read MoreMicrosoft unveils system-wide video call upgrades for Windows 11
Live captions for all audio and an AI-powered feature that improves eye contact are on the way.
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Mobile (3)
FCC wants to fine wireless carrier Truphone for ties to Russian oligarchs
The agency says the Montana company broke FCC disclosure rules on foreign investors.
Read MoreT-Mobile resurrects Google Photos' unlimited storage, with a catch
Google Photos' unlimited, full-quality storage is back — but only if you're a T-Mobile subscriber.
Read MoreGoogle Fi cuts plan pricing, adds more high-speed data
Google Fi is making its unlimited data plans more affordable.
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News (24)
New York lawmakers want to limit warehouse productivity quotas
It expands upon a similar bill that was signed into law in California last year.
Read MoreFlavored e-cigarettes are exempt from the FDA's proposed menthol ban
The FDA has proposed a ban on menthol cigarettes that doesn't cover e-cigs, but could shape policy for the technology.
Read MoreDJI suspends sales in Russia and Ukraine to prevent its drones from being used in combat
Ukraine previously said that Russia was using DJI products to navigate its missiles.
Read MoreThe Energy Department will block sales of inefficient light bulbs
New efficiency standards may help reduce carbon emissions by 222 million metric tons.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Another gadget prototype left behind at a restaurant
Massive human cancer DNA study offers new clues to their causes, Twitter may take another look at Elon Musk's $43 billion takeover bid, and Google's Pixel Watch prototype got left behind.
Read MoreFor $200, Best Buy will haul away your two biggest hunks of tech junk
Best Buy announced a new appliance recycling program Thursday allowing customers to have two large pieces (and an unlimited amount of small ones) of unwanted tech hauled away for a flat $200 fee.
Read MoreSonos is reportedly releasing a $250 soundbar in June
Sonos isn't exactly known for affordability, but the company has released a few more inexpensive products in recent years like the portable Roam speaker. Now, according to The Verge, Sonos is going to release its first budget soundbar in the first week of June. Apparently codenamed "Fury," this product is expected to cost around $250.
Read MoreFAA blamed after parachute show leads to Congress evacuation
US Congress was evacuated yesterday after Capitol Police said it was "tracking an aircraft that poses a possible threat to the Capitol Complex."
Read MoreUK court orders US extradition of Julian Assange on espionage charges
His fate now lies in the hands of UK home secretary Priti Patel.
Read MoreRoland celebrates 50 years of music gear with glossy new book
The 400-page tome includes several chapters about some of Roland's most iconic gear.
Read MoreWatch Elon Musk's TED talk live for free
The same day he initiated a hostile takeover of Twitter.
Read MoreMoog's Etherwave Theremin makes a classic design more convenient
Improved portability and bass response headline Moog's "if it ain't broke" approach.
Read MoreKorg's Volca FM 2 synth adds more voices, reverb and randomization
The portable and loving tribute to an iconic '80s synth is now even more compelling.
Read MoreJuul will pay $22.5 million to settle a Washington state lawsuit
AG Bob Ferguson accused the company of marketing its products to minors.
Read MoreNikon's Z9 gets 8K 60p RAW video and more via a major firmware update
Nikon has released the firmware 2.0 update for its flagship mirrorless Z9 camera that gives it significant new video powers including 8.3K 60p RAW.
Read MoreOrba, the musical grapefruit, now lets you design your own synth sounds
Artiphon has finally opened up the Orba's MPE synth core for anyone to customize.
Read MoreEtsy sellers go on strike over fee hikes
Etsy sellers have started a strike in response to fee increases and other programs.
Read MoreBiden administration cracks down on 3D-printed 'ghost guns'
The Biden administration's Justice Department has issued a rule limiting the spread of 3D-printed 'ghost guns.'
Read MorePuerto Rico is slowly recovering from an island-wide blackout
More than 435,000 customers still lack electricity and it's not clear when service will be fully restored.
Read MoreNike is opening a 'technology center' in Atlanta next year
Nike's Atlanta Technology Center will focus on supply chain, cybersecurity and AI work.
Read MoreMLB is turning to an electronic pitch-calling system to fight cheating
PitchCom could prevent opposing teams from stealing signs.
Read MoreDozens of gig workers have been the victims of homicide
Gig Workers Rising found that death benefits are sometimes nonexistent.
Read MoreTechnics' iconic turntable gets a seven-color makeover for its 50th anniversary
Technics plans to only sell 12,000 units of the SL-1200M7L.
Read MoreThe UK will issue an official NFT (sigh)
The UK's Royal Mint will issue an official NFT this summer.
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Nintendo (6)
'Elden Ring' is getting the Game Boy demake treatment
Elden Ring is famous for its rich open world, but it just got turned into an 8-bit rolling animation adventure demake that's... kind of amazing.
Read More‘Splatoon 3’ hits Nintendo Switch on September 9th
Switch Online Expansion Pack subscribers are getting 'Splatoon 2' DLC at no extra cost.
Read MoreNintendo moves 'Xenoblade Chronicles 3' release forward to July 29th
The JRPG will arrive a couple months earlier than expected.
Read MoreAcclaimed sci-fi mystery '13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim' lands on Nintendo Switch
Expect mech vs. kaiju battles, intertwining storytelling and gorgeous visuals.
Read More'Mario Golf' will join Nintendo's Switch Online Expansion Pack on April 15th
The original 'Mario Golf' will be available to Expansion Pack members on April 15th.
Read More'Mappy-Land,' 'Dig Dug II' and 'Earthworm Jim 2' come to Nintendo Switch Online
The latest Super NES and NES games for Nintendo Switch are now available, and they may bring up nostalgic feels.
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PC Gaming (12)
NVIDIA adds native M1 Mac support to the GeForce Now app
Amazon's 'Lost Ark' is now available on the game streaming service too.
Read MoreValorant's upcoming path-to-pro mode is designed for aspiring esports stars
Riot Games is planning a major overhaul of the game's professional scene.
Read MoreBethesda PC Launcher users can now start migrating to Steam
Players will no longer be able to access games starting on May 11th.
Read More‘Diablo: Immortal’ is coming to mobile and (surprise!) PC on June 2nd
Maybe some people don't have phones.
Read MoreFade, Valorant’s latest agent, is a shadowy recon specialist
Riot Games has just revealed the newest agent coming to its popular tactical shooter.
Read MoreGlorious PC Gaming Race is ditching its Nazi-linked name
The peripheral maker is now called 'Glorious.'
Read More'Crossfire: Legion' will hit Steam early access on May 24th
The RTS based on the ultra-popular CrossFire tactical shooter series is just a few weeks away.
Read More‘World of Warcraft’ expansion Dragonflight predictably lets you ride dragons
Nearly two decades into the life of World of Warcraft, Blizzard has just announced the MMO's ninth expansion.
Read MoreElden Ring's most famous player immortalized in fan-made mod
The Elden Ring community has immortalized its greatest hero.
Read MoreGOG renews its focus on classic games, starting with 'The Wheel of Time'
GOG wants to revive its reputation as a home for classic games, and it's starting by releasing 'The Wheel of Time' with support for modern PCs.
Read MoreValve is increasing Steam Deck shipments
On Monday, the company said it was ramping up Steam Deck shipments.
Read MoreSomeone modded ‘Doom’ to add ray-tracing
The mod adds modern lighting to Doom, and the result can often be spectacular, with many levels featuring a sense of atmosphere they didn't have before.
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PlayStation (11)
Sony closes a PS Plus loophole by pausing subscription extensions
It's stopping users from getting years of access to the new PS Plus Premium tier on the cheap.
Read MoreSony may create PlayStation Plus game trials on behalf of developers
A previous report suggested studios would need to set up time-limited trials for certain titles.
Read More'FIFA 22' headlines May's PlayStation Plus games
The others are 'Tribes of Midgard' and 'Curse of the Dead Gods.'
Read MoreSony is building a game preservation team
The revamped PlayStation Plus service will include hundreds of games from older generations.
Read MoreSony is reportedly telling developers to create time-limited demos for their games
The new PS Plus Premium service will offer access to extended demos.
Read MorePS5 update will add variable refresh rate support this week
Some games will be optimized for VRR, but you'll be able to switch it on for any title.
Read More'Borderlands 3' will finally add PlayStation cross-play support this spring
'Borderlands 3' is finally adding PlayStation cross-play years after Sony shot it down.
Read MoreThe revamped PlayStation Plus should hit the US on June 13th
Sony plans to start the rollout in Asia on May 23rd.
Read MoreSony is looking into ad-supported games now, too
Sony might join Microsoft in selling ads for free-to-play games — you could see more billboards in PlayStation titles.
Read MoreYou can update your DualSense controller through Windows
Sony now lets you update the DualSense controller from your PC, with no PS5 required.
Read MoreSony shouldn't have killed the Vita
The Vita is still a standout in a crowded handheld market. Why did Sony have to kill it?
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Reviews (26)
Amazon AMP preview: Like the app, my radio show needs a little work
Ever wanted to host your own radio show? Now you can with Amazon's AMP. The beta holds promise but there's lots of work to be done before prime time.
Read MoreAndroid 13 beta hands-on: Just small tweaks for now
The Android 13 beta has surprisingly more user-facing changes than expected, but for now it's still too early to tell what the next version of the OS will look like.
Read MoreThe Chase Bliss Habit helped me enjoy making music again
The Chase Bliss Habit is an experimental delay, a freeform looper and it's just plain fun.
Read MoreSoundboks Go: A portable boombox with a wireless focus
The Soundboks Go Bluetooth offers loudspeaker sound in a portable package, priced at $699.
Read MoreThe Fiture mirror wants to improve your at-home workout form
The $1,495 Fiture interactive mirror uses a camera to count your reps and offer form guidance.
Read MorePanasonic GH6 review: A vlogging workhorse, with some caveats
Panasonic's $2,200 GH6 has finally arrived with an all-new sensor and desirable features like ProRes, 5.7K 60p video.
Read MoreWhat we bought: How a portable monitor made working from home a lot easier
To help alleviate cramped working home conditions, I recently bought a portable monitor from Asus. And while it's expensive, it's been more than worth it.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: We love the Playdate and BTS dance lessons on Apple Fitness+
This week's gadget news has been surprisingly pleasant, with the Playdate and a Pokémon-themed foldable phone making headlines.
Read MoreElektron's Syntakt wants to be the only groovebox you'll ever need
The Syntakt combines digital and analog synthesis with the ability to control a larger setup.
Read MoreRazer’s new soundbar makes your desk a home theater
After eight years, Razer's soundbar makes an RGB-lit return.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on Playdate, the console with a crank
Today's tech headlines: VW ID.Buzz is an EV that could make vans cool again, For some reason, Nintendo's Mario anime has been remastered in 4K, 'Battlefield 2042' will finally get in-game voice chat on Tuesday.
Read MoreLogitech Lift hands-on: A vertical mouse for the rest of us
Inspired by the MX Vertical, the Logitech Life is a slick new ergonomic mouse that's designed for people with smaller hands.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy A53 5G review: Hardly an upgrade
Samsung's latest phone could have been so much more.
Read MorePlaydate is a magical indie game machine
I haven't been this excited by a handheld since the Vita.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Nintendo Switch Sports and Elon Musk's ongoing Twitter affair
Elon Musk's attempt to own Twitter continues this week, and we take a look at the new Nintendo Switch Sports games.
Read MoreNovation's first keyboard for FL Studio offers a lot of utility for $200
The FLKey 37 and FLKey Mini put FL Studio's most important features at your fingertips.
Read MoreWhat we bought: A microdermabrasion device to scrape off my skin
The PMD Beauty microdermabrasion device is a skincare tool I don't regret buying.
Read MoreThe TheraFace Pro gently punches your face to help you relax
The TheraFace Pro is a handheld gadget offering multiple facial therapies, including percussive and microcurrent treatments.
Read MoreNintendo Switch Sports hands-on: Reviving a surefire formula for fun
Following up one of the Wii's most memorable titles, Nintendo Switch Sports is reviving the motion-controlled antics with tennis and bowling, while adding four new sports in volleyball, tennis, badminton and chambara. And it's a blast.
Read MoreASUS ROG Flow Z13 review: Practicality can be overrated
Putting gaming PC components in a detachable 2-in-1 design makes for a innovative system that's both adaptable and rather travel-friendly. However, the Z13's short battery life and high price make it hard to love.
Read MoreWhat we bought: Logitech’s G Pro X Superlight isn’t just for gaming
One Engadget staff writer recently bought the Logitech G Pro X Superlight and found a mouse that's great for more than just gaming.
Read MoreThe Peloton Guide wouldn’t let me skip a single push-up
We had an early workout with Peloton's latest hardware addition: a connected camera that monitors your form, aimed at strength training.
Read MoreNikon Z9 review: A versatile camera with solid 8K video recording
Nikon has been the forgotten company in the mirrorless race, but that's set to change with the launch of the 45.7-megapixel Z9.
Read MoreWhat we bought: Peloton’s Lanebreak offered just the kick I needed to get back in the saddle
Peloton's new Lanebreak feature helped get me back into cycling.
Read MoreSamsung's 2022 TV lineup has something for everyone
Samsung's 2022 TV lineup includes some noteworthy upgrades including a new processor for its flagship Neo QLED 8K set, a matte coating for the 2022 Frame and the company's first new OLED TV in almost a decade.
Read MoreJackRabbit review: If a scooter and an e-bike had a baby
Depending on your needs, the JackRabbit is either a highly portable e-bike or a bonkers scooter, or something in between. One thing we know for sure, is that it's 100 percent fun.
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Robotics (5)
Jack in the Box will experiment with burger-flipping robots
Jack in the Box will test Miso's frying and drink robots in a San Diego restaurant to help staff deal with a glut of customers.
Read MoreThe Morning After: MIT engineers' stroke-surgery robot
Today's tech headlines: US warns of malware made to attack critical infrastructure, MIT engineers made a stroke surgery robot, Elon Musk offers to buy Twitter for $43 billion.
Read MoreMIT engineers built a robot for emergency stroke surgeries
It uses a magnet to guide a wire through the vessels of a patient's brain.
Read MoreRobosen's Optimus Prime Transformer robot truck gets an auto-converting trailer
Hasbro and Robosen have launched a companion trailer for Optimus Prime with equally cool auto-conversion features and an equally steep $750 price.
Read MoreMagnetic slime 'robot' could help recover swallowed objects
Scientists have developed a magnetic, self-healing slime 'robot' that could grab objects in your stomach.
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Samsung (2)
Samsung reports steep rise in profit for the first quarter of 2022
Thanks mainly to the strong demand for its memory chips and its Galaxy S22 phones.
Read MoreSamsung's $430 Galaxy Chromebook 2 360 is aimed at students
Samsung's Galaxy Chromebook 2 360 has arrived in the US market today as a 2-in-1 version of the Galaxy Chromebook 2.
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Science (14)
The Large Hadron Collider is smashing protons again after a three-year hiatus
It was shut down for maintenance and upgrades, so it can deliver more data.
Read MoreMassive DNA study of human cancers offers new clues about their causes
UK scientists analyzed the complete genetic makeup of 12,000 tumors from NHS patients.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Electric chopsticks that make food taste saltier
Today's tech headlines: Samsung reveals a Pokémon-themed Galaxy Z Flip 3, Japanese researchers unveil electric chopsticks to make food taste saltier, Audi's Urbansphere EV concept tries to be more than just a car.
Read MoreMIT scientists reveal why it's hard to evenly split Oreo filling between two halves
They created a 3D-printed device to optimize cookie separation.
Read MoreThe lickable-TV guy created electric chopsticks to make food taste saltier
It could help people reduce their sodium intake.
Read MoreResearchers break world record for quantum-encrypted communications
Researchers in Beijing have set a new quantum secure direct communication (QSDC) world record of 102.2 km (64 miles).
Read MoreBuild your own quantum computer with Google's latest 'simulator'
World Quantum Day was apparently yesterday, and Google feted the occasion with the launch of The Qubit Game.
Read MoreThermophotovoltaic cell converts 40 percent of heat energy to electricity
Researchers have revealed a new thermophotovoltaic (TPV) cell that can convert heat to electricity with over 40 percent efficiency.
Read MoreSupercomputer simulations show climate change’s role in early human migration
A research team from South Korea's Pusan National University, revealed research Wednesday that suggests a link between modern humanity's evolution and changes in prehistoric weather.
Read MoreResearchers create bacteria that could protect your gut from antibiotics
Scientists have developed a "living cellular therapeutic device" that promises to protect humans from the harmful side effects antibiotics can have on our guts.
Read More3D CT scans make even ketchup caps look cool
A team of engineers is scanning various items to highlight engineering marvels around us.
Read MoreWe have three years to curb emissions to avoid climate catastrophe, UN report finds
IPCC scientists called for deep emissions cuts across all sectors.
Read MoreRecommended Reading: Tracking migratory birds
Recommended Reading highlights the week's best writing on technology and more.
Read MoreScientists sequence the most complete human genome yet
A team of almost 100 scientists part of the Telomere-to-Telomere (T2T) Consortium has successfully sequenced the most complete human genome yet.
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Smartphones (10)
The first Android 13 beta is available now
Google has released the first Android 13 beta, and it includes some new media privacy controls.
Read MoreMotorola’s endless rehashes will only make it less relevant
Despite being having the third largest market share for smartphones in the US, Motorola's recent pattern of releasing too many low-quality handsets is becoming an issue.
Read MoreSamsung's Pokémon-themed Galaxy Z Flip 3 is a delight
Samsung has unveiled the Pokémon Edition of its Galaxy Z Flip 3 foldable smartphone.
Read MoreGoogle’s Pixel 6a is likely to be released in May
Recently filed FCC listings hints at what to expect from the new model.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Vivo claims it’s solved the foldable phone crease problem
Today's tech headlines: Biden administration cracks down on 3D-printed 'ghost guns', Vivo claims it's solved the foldable phone crease problem, Sonos bought a startup that made a light-powered Bluetooth speaker.
Read MoreThe Vivo X Fold has a fingerprint reader on both screens
Vivo X Fold is the first foldable phone to pack a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, as well as an under-display fingerprint reader on both its screens.
Read MoreiOS 16 could include improved notifications and new health tracking features
The next major release of Apple's iOS operating system could include "significant enhancements," according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 6 April update arrives with camera and charging fixes
Google's April update has now arrived, on time for once, with fixes for several key issues around charging, the camera and security.
Read MoreAn engineer just made the world’s first Android phone with a working Lightning port
After creating the world's first iPhone with a working USB-C port in 2021, engineer Ken Pillonel has now flipped the script for his next project: an Android phone with a Lightning connector.
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Social Media (53)
Jack Dorsey: ‘Nothing that is said now matters’
Jack Dorsey shared another rambling tweetstorm, in which he mused about Twitter's shortcomings, user trust and whether or not the platform should be permanently banning users.
Read MoreElon Musk reportedly wants to charge for tweet embeds
He also plans to replace Twitter's CEO if his $44 billion takeover goes through, according to Reuters.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Elon Musk basically owns Twitter now. What happens next?
This week, our hosts are joined by senior editor Karissa Bell and Yahoo Finance's Tech Editor Dan Howley to break down Elon Musk's Twitter takeover.
Read MoreSnapchat is getting a suite of new editing tools called 'director mode'
Snapchat introduced a suite of new creator-friendly editing tools called Director Mode.
Read MoreTwitter admits it accidentally overstated user numbers between 2019 and 2021
The delta was never more than two million users, but that's still a big margin when growth is this slow.
Read MoreElon Musk is already at risk of violating a key provision of his deal with Twitter
Elon Musk has already disregarded a key provision of the deal he made with Twitter.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Mastodon, an open-source Twitter alternative, is having a moment
An open-source Twitter alternative is having a moment, someone made a GameBoy demake of 'Elden Ring', and inefficient light bulbs are on their way out, again.
Read MoreAfter Musk's Twitter takeover, an open-source alternative is 'exploding'
Mastodon is struggling to keep up with the surge in users its seen since Elon Musk's Twitter's takeover was announced.
Read MoreInstagram is testing pinned posts for profiles
Instagram recently began testing a feature that allows users to highlight specific posts above their photo grid.
Read MoreEU warns Elon Musk that Twitter must follow local content rules to avoid ban
An EU official has warned Elon Musk that Twitter still has to follow content rules in the region.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Elon Musk is buying Twitter
A busy morning of Elon Musk headlines, a review of Panasonic's GH6 camera and where to buy Channing Tatum's alien ears.
Read MoreNo one knows what Musk's Twitter takeover means for the company
Even Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal doesn't know what Elon Musk's acquisition of the company means for the service or its employees.
Read MoreHow messy might Twitter get under Musk?
Elon Musk has purchased Twitter for $44 billion on Monday and Engadget's editorial staff has some predictions as to how that might work out for the rest of us.
Read MoreReddit launches $1 million fund to support user-driven projects
The platform will award anywhere from $1,000 to $50,000 in funding.
Read MoreTwitter is reportedly re-examining Elon Musk’s $43 billion takeover bid
Twitter may be warming up to the idea of selling itself to Elon Musk.
Read MoreEuropean Union limits targeted advertising and content algorithms under new law
Following a marathon 16-hour negotiation session, the European Union reached an agreement early Saturday to adopt the Digital Services Act. E
Read MoreTwitter bans climate change denial ads
'Climate denialism shouldn't be monetized on Twitter,' the company said.
Read MoreInstagram tests user-created Templates feature for Reels videos
Creators will be able to directly copy formats from other videos.
Read MoreTwitter is experimenting with a status update feature
Twitter is working on a 'Vibe' feature that would let you set status updates — much like the instant messaging apps you used ages ago.
Read MoreTwitter will recommend third-party apps for preventing harassment
Twitter is turning to outside developers for help in preventing harassment on its platform.
Read MoreOnlyFans temporarily halts services for Russian creators
The company said payment restrictions made it impossible to serve Russian creators.
Read MoreElon Musk says he has the financial backing for his proposed Twitter takeover
Elon Musk says he has the funding commitments he needs to buy Twitter, although whether or not that happens isn't clear.
Read MoreInstagram's latest algorithm tweak will 'value original content more'
Instagram is tweaking the way it ranks content in order to "value original content more," according to Instagram Head Adam Mosseri
Read MoreInstagram brings its fundraiser tool to Reels
The feature is being rolled out in more than 30 countries as part of Meta's Earth Day efforts.
Read MoreInstagram enables product tagging for everyone in the US
You can promote your favorite items if you like, but you won't get a cut of revenue.
Read MoreWhatsApp is adding the option to hide your ‘Last Seen’ status from specific contacts
With the latest beta release of its iOS app, WhatsApp has added an option that allows users to limit specific individuals from seeing their "Last Scene" status.
Read MoreTwitter's edit feature may list a tweet's revision history
Developer Jane Manchun Wong suggests the tool could create a new tweet whenever someone tweaks something they wrote.
Read MoreElon Musk's Twitter bid is as well thought out as his tweets
Elon Musk's actual ideas for making Twitter more "trustworthy" are bizarre and sometimes contradictory, and suggest he has little understanding of how the platform actually works.
Read MoreTwitter initiates 'poison pill' to block Elon Musk's takeover bid
The board will give some shareholders the right to buy more stock under certain circumstances.
Read MoreReddit comments are finally searchable
Reddit users can now get search results from replies to posts, rather than just the original posts and topics within a community.
Read MoreTinder brings back Festival Mode now that in-person events are a thing again
Tinder has revived its Festival Mode to help you hook up at in-person music events.
Read MoreWhatsApp wants to turn your group chats into 'Communities'
WhatsApp will start experimenting with Communities, an update that represents a "major evolution" for the messaging app, according to Mark Zuckerberg.
Read MoreTikTok is testing a 'dislike' button in comments
TikTok is testing a way for users to "dislike" comments in an effort to help people "feel more in control" over what they are seeing.
Read MoreClubhouse's latest experiment is in-room games
The debut game presents users with icebreaker questions and challenges.
Read MoreElon Musk is hit with a class action lawsuit over his Twitter investment
Elon Musk has only been Twitter's largest shareholder for a few weeks, but he's already facing a class action lawsuit over his handling of the investment.
Read MoreSnapchat lets news outlets automatically share articles as stories
News outlets on Snapchat now have the power to automatically share breaking news stories.
Read MoreTikTok now lets anyone create AR effects with its beta tools
Visiting the Effect House website, you'll find tools and documentation designed to help you begin making your own AR filters.
Read MoreTwitter bought a company to make notifications more relevant
If it can make notifications better, Twitter could increase engagement and improve its bottom line.
Read MoreElon Musk won't join Twitter's board of directors after all
Elon Musk will no longer join Twitter's board of directors, Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal revealed in a tweet.
Read MoreTwitter reverses change that turned embeds of deleted tweets into blank boxes
Twitter has temporarily walked back a controversial change that made it difficult for people to preserve deleted tweets
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Twitter gets Elon Musk and an edit button
How did Elon Musk become a board member of Twitter and what repercussions might there be?
Read MoreTwitter test lets you 'unmention' yourself in tweets
A Twitter test lets you escape from unwanted conversations by 'unmentioning' yourself on the web.
Read MoreTwitter appears to have quietly altered a key way deleted tweets can be preserved
Twitter changed its embedded javascript so that the text of deleted tweets is no longer visible in embeds on outside websites.
Read MoreTwitter confirms it will test an edit button
More than a decade and a half into its existence, Twitter has confirmed what was once unthinkable: an edit button is on the way.
Read MoreSnapchat's latest lens helps you learn the American Sign Language alphabet
Snapchat has unveiled a new lens that teaches you the American Sign Language alphabet.
Read MoreTwitter won’t let government-affiliated accounts tweet photos of POWs
Twitter said it will no longer allow official government or government-affiliated accounts to tweet photos of prisoners of war "in the context of the war in Ukraine."
Read MoreElon Musk will join Twitter's board of directors
Tesla chief Elon Musk is joining the Twitter board of directors soon after taking a stake in the company.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Elon Musk is now Twitter's largest shareholder
Today's tech headlines: Elon Musk is now the largest Twitter shareholder, A Monkey Island sequel is incoming, The UK plans to issue an official NFT.
Read MoreElon Musk, Twitter's largest shareholder, asks users if they want an edit button
Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal said Musk's poll will have important consequences.
Read MoreTikTok owner ByteDance scraped content from Instagram and others to push predecessor app
The company repurposed content from other platforms as a growth hack for Flipagram.
Read MoreTrump's Truth Social reportedly lost two critical executives
Former President Donald Trump's Truth Social may have lost its best chance at success.
Read MoreElon Musk now owns a 9.2 percent stake in Twitter
Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk now owns 9.2 percent of Twitter after purchasing $2.89 billion in stock, according to an SEC filing.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Jack Dorsey misses the old internet
Today's tech headlines: Twitch halts paid stream boosts after viewers abuse them to push porn, Jack Dorsey misses the old internet, Apple adds workouts for new parents to Fitness+.
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Space (24)
NASA photos show the debris Perseverance's landing left on Mars
They could provide valuable information to help ensure safer landing for future spacecraft.
Read MoreNASA's OSIRIS-REx probe will visit a second asteroid
NASA's OSIRIS-REx has been cleared to visit one more asteroid, and it's getting a name change at the same time.
Read MoreThe first all-civilian space crew has safely returned to Earth
A SpaceX dragon capsule carrying the four AX-1 astronauts splashed down off the coast of Florida.
Read MoreHawaiian Airlines will be the first major air carrier to offer Starlink internet
Hawaiian Airlines will become the first major airline to offer SpaceX's Starlink — and it will be free for passengers.
Read MoreThis will be the first US spacecraft to land on the Moon since Apollo
Astrobotic has revealed its completed lunar lander — it'll be the first US craft to land on the Moon since Apollo.
Read MoreNASA enlists SpaceX and Amazon to help develop next-gen space communications
It will award a total of $278.5 million to six American companies for the project.
Read MoreDelta confirms it worked with SpaceX to trial Starlink's satellite internet
SpaceX has been working to put Starlink internet on planes for quite some time.
Read MoreEuropa's resemblance to Greenland bodes well for possible life on Jupiter's moon
Europa has features similar to Greenland, and they add to evidence that Jupiter's moon could support life.
Read MoreNASA rolls back SLS Moon rocket for repairs after multiple failed fueling tests
After multiple attempts to complete a critical fueling test of its next-generation Space Launch System, NASA has decided to finish the rocket's "wet dress rehearsal" at a later date.
Read MoreChina's record-breaking astronauts are back on Earth after six months in orbit
Shenzhou-13 is the country's longest crewed mission to date.
Read MoreHubble telescope spots the largest known comet to date
Scientists using the Hubble Space Telescope have detected the largest known comet to date — it's about 50 times larger than usual
Read MoreNASA hopes to make space more accessible by addressing socioeconomic barriers
It's part of a broader push by the federal government to improve racial equity.
Read MoreNASA’s James Webb Space Telescope is ready for calibration after chilling out
The James Webb Space Telescope is one step closer to the day it can begin probing the depths of the universe.
Read MoreThis is what it looks like inside a giant space balloon for tourists
Space Perspective has offered a look at the interior of its giant tourist space balloon — where tickets will cost $125,000 each.
Read MoreNASA delays Artemis 1 Moon rocket test to April 12th
NASA has once again delayed the final test of its next-generation Space Launch System.
Read MoreThe first all-civilian space crew has docked with the ISS
It took Axiom Space's AX-1 around 19 and a half hours to travel to the space station.
Read MoreResearchers may have discovered a galaxy barely younger than the Big Bang
Astronomers have found the most distant known galaxy to date — it existed just 300 years after the Big Bang.
Read MoreAxiom Space's first private mission to the ISS has launched successfully
The SpaceX Dragon capsule should dock with the space station on Saturday morning.
Read MoreHow to watch Axiom Space send the first all-civilian crew to the ISS
After several delays, Axiom Space is set to launch its first private crew to the International Space Station (ISS) today.
Read MoreSpaceX's Texas expansion plans derailed by environmental paperwork
It reportedly didn't submit the environmental information requested by the Army Corps of Engineers.
Read MoreRocket Lab will try to snatch a rocket out of mid-air with a helicopter
The ambitious mission, happening this month, is part of a plan to develop a reusable orbital launch vehicle.
Read MoreNASA delays SLS Moon rocket test due to safety concerns
NASA has delayed a critical test of its next-generation Space Launch System.
Read MoreNASA’s Perseverance Rover helps scientists find sound travels slower on Mars
In a study published on Friday in the journal Nature, researchers said they determined the Red Planet's thin carbon dioxide atmosphere causes sounds to travel slower on Mars.
Read MoreRussia won’t cooperate on the International Space Station until sanctions are lifted
Russia's Roscosmos will stop working with NASA and other western space agencies on the International Space Station.
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Streaming (46)
Netflix's Tudum lays off staff months after launch
Netflix assembled an impressive roster of writers and editors for its fan site project, Tudum, which launched in early December of 2021. Today, a significant portion of those new hires have been sent packing for reasons unknown.
Read MoreLizzo will perform in the first metaverse music awards show
Lizzo will perform at the metaverse's first music awards show on April 30th — you'll need Roblox to watch her gig.
Read MoreCNN+ is shutting down earlier than planned
It's going offline today, April 28th, instead of on the 30th.
Read MoreCharter and Comcast team up to build 'next-generation' streaming hardware
Charter and Comcast are joining forces to create new streaming hardware based on Flex.
Read MoreSpotify still grew despite Joe Rogan boycotts and Russia closure
Spotify grew despite calls for people to leave the service over COVID-19 misinformation and Russia disconnections.
Read MoreYouTube's Super Thanks tipping is now available to partners worldwide
YouTube has expanded its Super Thanks tipping to all eligible creators around the world.
Read MoreRoku will stream 'John Wick 4,' 'Borderlands' and other Lionsgate films for free
Roku has signed a multiyear deal with Lionsgate Films that will allow it to stream upcoming blockbusters like 'John Wick 4' and 'Borderlands' for free.
Read MoreThe Morning After: CNN+ is shutting down
Musk says he's got the funding to buy Twitter, why you shouldn't crash a plane for YouTube clout and how Amazon will swallow more of the retail world whole.
Read MoreHBO and HBO Max gained 3 million subscribers before splitting from AT&T
HBO Max and HBO picked up 3 million subscribers in the same quarter that Netflix lost 200,000 of them for the first time in years.
Read MoreBTS dance lessons are coming to Apple Fitness+
Get ready for a Dynamite workout with moves that are smooth like Butter.
Read More'It Takes Two' will become an Amazon movie (updated)
Amazon is reportedly turning 'It Takes Two' into a movie, and Dwayne Johnson might have a starring role.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Netflix plans cheaper, ad-supported subscription tiers
Today's tech headlines: Netflix's plan to win new viewers includes cheaper, ad-supported subscription tiers, Tesla nearly doubled its revenue in Q1 despite industry-wide supply chain woes, Glorious PC Gaming Race ditches its awful old name.
Read MoreThe Obamas are reportedly leaving Spotify (updated)
They're looking for a deal that would allow them to distribute shows to multiple platforms at once.
Read MoreApple Music now offers DJ mixes in spatial audio
Apple Music is now offering DJ mixes in spatial audio, including sets from clubs and festivals.
Read MoreNetflix plans to offer cheaper ad-supported subscription tiers
The company has revealed during its most recent earnings call.
Read MoreNetflix isn't blaming the pandemic recovery for its lost subscribers
Netflix lost subscribers for the first time in a while, but it's not blaming the pandemic recovery — competition, account sharing and Russia were factors.
Read More'Love Death and Robots' Season 3 comes to Netflix on May 20th
The third season of Netflix's animation anthology Love, Death and Robots will bow on May 20th.
Read MoreNetflix is making an 'Exploding Kittens' mobile game and TV series
Netflix is making both a mobile game and a TV series based on the 'Exploding Kittens' card game.
Read MoreHBO Max exec admits to the app’s early flaws
The streamer's head of product experience divulges what went wrong in 'Protocol' interview.
Read MoreMajor League Baseball will stream 15 games on YouTube this season
MLB and YouTube have reupped their four-year-old "MLB Game of the Week Live on YouTube" broadcast deal. Matchups begin 3:10 ET May 5th with Nationals at the Rockies, free to watch.
Read MoreYouTube gives Shorts creators the ability to remix most videos
Shorts are also coming to the web and the tablet app.
Read MoreApple signs an exclusive deal with Tom Hanks' production company
A sequel to 'Greyhound' is in the works.
Read MoreSpotify exec who helped lead its podcast push is leaving the company
Courtney Holt helped bring Joe Rogan and the Obamas to the platform.
Read MoreFIFA’s streaming service could be the first step to cutting out broadcasters
FIFA+ will live-stream football matches from less well-known leagues. How long before the major competitions hold out?
Read MoreYouTube's Coachella livestreams return this weekend
For the first time, there will be live chats as well as pre-parties for Premium members.
Read MoreCNN+ is now streaming on Roku devices
CNN+ is now available on Roku devices, two weeks after the service's launch.
Read MoreFox Sports will stream every match of the 2022 World Cup
Fox Sports has confirmed it will stream every 2022 World Cup match live.
Read MoreNetflix will let you give shows 'Two Thumbs Up'
Viewers can give a special rating to the shows they like the most.
Read MoreYouTube says picture-in-picture will hit all iOS 15 devices in the coming days (updated)
YouTube expects picture-in-picture to reach all iOS 15 devices within days.
Read MoreWarnerMedia finalizes $43 billion merger with Discovery
Warner Bros. Discovery will eventually combine HBO Max and Discovery+ into a single streaming service.
Read MoreAfter 24 years Black Star is back, but only on the Luminary podcasting platform
Talib Qweli and yasiin bey, with Madlib on the boards, have announced the imminent release of Black Star's sophomore album, No Fear of Time, on May 3rd. But for indiscernible reasons, the collective's first drop in nearly a quarter century is exclusive to the Luminary podcast network.
Read More‘Dancing With the Stars’ will be the first live TV show on Disney+
The popular reality show is leaving ABC in the fall.
Read MoreSpotify expands access to its TikTok-like discovery feed
Spotify is officially testing a TikTok-style vertical feed for discovering music.
Read MorePrime Video will exclusively air 21 Yankees games in four states
The streaming platforms are edging in on America's former favorite pastime.
Read MoreHBO Max's Apple TV app gets a much-needed overhaul
HBO Max is revamping its flaky Apple TV app with a new platform and interface changes.
Read MoreBarnes & Noble is finally offering an audiobook service
Barnes & Noble is launching an audiobook service — and it's arguably years late.
Read More'Slow Horses' makes me glad I forgot to cancel Apple TV+
The Gary Oldman-fronted TV series is gripping and fun in equal measure.
Read MoreSpotify's Car Thing can now take calls and control other apps
There's a handy new 'add to queue' feature too.
Read MoreESPN is getting into NFTs with the help of Tom Brady
Tom Brady is partnering with ESPN to release an NFT collection celebrating his 22-year career.
Read MoreSpotify's exclusive 'Batman Unburied' podcast finally debuts May 3rd
Spotify's promised 'Batman Unburied' podcast debuts May 3rd, nearly two years after striking a deal with DC.
Read MoreHulu's iOS and Apple TV apps now support SharePlay
You can now host Hulu watch parties on FaceTime.
Read MoreAmazon's Prime Video and IMDb TV are staying on Roku
Roku and Amazon agreed a multi-year extension to keep the apps on the platform.
Read MoreApple’s ‘Prehistoric Planet’ is a dinosaur documentary narrated by David Attenborough
If you love dinosaurs (and who doesn't?), you'll want to mark May 23rd on your calendar.
Read MoreTwitch halts paid stream boosts after viewers abuse them to push porn
The new program lets viewers boost their favorite streams when they purchase subscriptions and bits.
Read MoreThe first episode of 'Halo' is free to watch on YouTube for one week
You can watch the first episode of the 'Halo' TV series for free on YouTube, but only for a week.
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Tomorrow (1)
Hitting the Books: How American militarism and new technology may make war more likely
In Future Peace, Dr. Robert H. Latiff, Maj Gen USAF (Ret), explores how the American military's increasing reliance on weaponized drones, AI and Machine Learning systems, automation and similar cutting-edge technologies, could create the perfect conditions for getting a lot of people killed.
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TV & Movies (17)
Airbnb's safety team will be the focus of a documentary series
Airbnb's crisis team for bad rentals will be the subject of a documentary from 'Queer Eye' producers.
Read More'Super Mario Bros.' movie delayed to April 2023
It will premiere in North America on April 7th and in Japan on April 28th next year.
Read MoreThe Wachowskis are auctioning iconic film props to support trans youth
Lana and Lilly Wachowski have announced that they're holding an auction of props from films like The Matrix and Cloud Atlas to raise money for vulnerable trans youth
Read MorePixar's new 'Lightyear' trailer portrays Buzz as a victim of relativity
Pixar and Disney are releasing 'Lightyear' in theaters on June 17th, and there's a new trailer hinting at decades of lost time.
Read MoreJason Momoa in negotiations to star in ‘Minecraft’ movie
The delayed Warner Bros. project is starting to come to fruition.
Read More‘Streets of Rage’ movie adaptation reportedly in the works
The creator of the John Wick action franchise Derek Kolstad has written the script.
Read MoreNintendo’s Super Mario anime has been remastered in 4K to confuse a new generation
You can watch Nintendo's 1986 Super Mario Bros. anime 'The Great Mission to Rescue Princess Peach' in a 4K remaster — it looks better than it did in theaters.
Read MoreSeason 3 of ‘For All Mankind’ is coming to Apple TV+ on June 10th
The new season takes place on the Red Planet.
Read More‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’ has the best opening weekend for a video game movie
Sonic has done it again.
Read MoreFirst ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ season three trailer teases a starship hijacking
On Saturday, Paramount+ shared the first trailer for season three of Star Trek: Lower Decks.
Read MoreStar Trek's first NFTs lean heavily on incentives
The first Star Trek NFTs will be available on April 9, and they'll rely on incentives to keep you coming back.
Read MoreESPN will air tonight’s Nets and Knicks game with decade-spanning classic graphics
With the league celebrating its 75th birthday this season, EPSN hopes to take fans on a trip down memory lane.
Read MoreThe entire ‘Next Generation’ cast will appear in 'Star Trek: Picard' season three
Looks like they forgot about Wesley again.
Read More‘Marcel The Shell With Shoes On’ turns a decade-old viral video into a feature film
A24 has shared the first trailer for Marcel The Shell With Shoes On.
Read MoreThe latest ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ trailer promises a return to form
A little more than a month before its May 5th premiere, Paramount+ has shared a new trailer for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.
Read More‘Star Trek: The Motion Picture - The Director’s Edition’ makes its glorious return
We speak to the producer who was able to go back and revive Robert Wise's 2001 Directors Edition.
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Microsoft Edge will soon include a free built-in VPN
Microsoft is adding a free built-in VPN service dubbed Edge Secure Network to its web browser.
Read MoreOpera's paid Android VPN secures your entire device
Opera has launched a paid VPN for Android that secures connections across your entire device, not just the browser.
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Wearables (16)
Withings' ScanWatch Horizon will finally arrive in the US on May 17th
Withings is releasing the ScanWatch Horizon in the US this May — several months after its debut.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Watch 4 falls back to $200 at Amazon
The 44mm version is also on sale for $230.
Read MoreSennheiser's Momentum True Wireless 3 packs adaptive ANC for $250
Sennheiser's latest flagship earbuds offer improved noise cancellation for $50 less than the previous model.
Read MoreSony's WH-1000XM5 noise-cancelling headphones could feature a new design
Sony may have a big update planned for its flagship Bluetooth headphones.
Read MoreSennheiser says its new Sport earbuds can reduce noise from your own body
The $130 true wireless earbuds will ship next month.
Read MoreGarmin unveils new Vívosmart fitness tracker after nearly four years
The Vívosmart 5 still sticks to the basic formula of its predecessor.
Read MoreBang & Olufsen's Beoplay EX earbuds offer an AirPods-like design
Bang & Olufsen has unveiled its first wireless earbuds with an AirPods-like design — and a $399 price tag.
Read MoreFitbit's Charge 5 tracker is on sale for $130 right now
Fitbit's Charge 5 is 13 percent off in a new Amazon sale, bringing it down to $130.
Read MoreRecommended Reading: The rise and fall of Pebble
Recommended Reading highlights the week's best writing on technology and more.
Read MorePolar revives the Pacer as a back-to-basics running watch
It's a running watch for runners, with an emphasis on high-quality data and no unnecessary frills.
Read MoreBeats is rolling out some handy features for Android users
You'll be able to find lost earbuds and control listening modes from your Android phone or tablet.
Read MoreFitbit will roll out a passive heart rhythm monitoring feature after getting FDA approval
Google asked the agency to review its algorithm last month.
Read MoreAudio-Technica releases a $79 Bluetooth version of its popular M20x headphones
Audio-Technica recently launched a $199 wireless Bluetooth version of its M50x headphones (the M50xBT) and now it's doing the same for a popular budget model.
Read MoreTAG Heuer's latest golf smartwatch offers more help with your shots
TAG Heuer has unveiled a new golf smartwatch that promises more help for your game — and a better watch all around.
Read MoreThe Olive Max 2-in-1 hearing aids come with adaptive hearing tech
Olive Union has started taking pre-orders for the Olive Max, its new pair of hearing aids that doubles as a pair of ordinary wireless earbuds.
Read MoreApple Watch SE models are $49 off in a big Amazon sale
Following a sale on the Apple Watch Series 7 models, Amazon is now focusing on the more value-oriented Watch SE.
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Xbox (5)
Halo Infinite’s co-op campaign is now scheduled to arrive in August
Following multiple delays, 343 Industries hopes to deliver Halo Infinite's co-op campaign sometime in August 2022
Read MoreMicrosoft reportedly wants to sell ad space in free-to-play Xbox games
Microsoft is reportedly building a program to place ads in free-to-play Xbox games, and it might launch by the summer.
Read MoreHalo Infinite's delayed second season starts on May 3rd
Expect new maps, modes and limited-time events along with a fresh battle pass.
Read MoreXbox controllers can now switch TV input back to your console
Xbox controllers can now flip TV input to your console — helpful if you want to watch shows during downloads.
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