LG's OLED Flex is a flat panel and a curved display in one
You can manually adjust the display, which has 20 levels of curvature to to choose from.
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The Sense75 is Drop's play for the premium mechanical keyboard market
Starting today, you can order the Sense75 pre-built with the company's Holy Panda X switches and DCX keycaps included.
Read MoreLogitech's G502 X modernizes its bestselling gaming mouse
The company has launched three models under the G502 X line.
Read MoreYou can bend Corsair’s new OLED gaming monitor into a curved display
Corsair is developing a new monitor that would seem to offer the best of both flat and curved panel displays.
Read MoreLG unveils its first curved OLED display with a 240Hz refresh rate at IFA
The company also introduced an AI-powered monitor that can automatically adjust its height and tilt.
Read MoreSonos is reportedly developing a speaker that can beam sound in almost all directions
The company is developing a trio of speakers called Optimo 2, 1 and 1 SL, according to 'The Verge.'
Read MoreSteelSeries' first desktop speakers include a 5.1-channel USB model
SteelSeries has unveiled its first desktop speakers, and the centerpiece is a model that delivers 5.1-channel surround over a single USB cable.
Read MoreVESA's ClearMR is a new standard for display motion performance
The Video Electronics Standards Associated (VESA) wants to make buying your next monitor or TV easier, and it's doing so by introducing a new standard.
Read MoreAdonit's $45 iPad stylus can wirelessly charge like an Apple Pencil
Adonit made the first unofficial iPad stylus that can wirelessly charge like an Apple Pencil.
Read MoreKlipsch's tiny T10 wireless earbuds arrive as a $2,500 'bespoke' model
Klipsch has finally released the T10 earbuds it unveiled in 2020 — but you're now paying at least $2,500 for the custom-only design.
Read MoreLogitech's Chorus is a $100 speaker add-on for the Meta Quest 2
It's meant to deliver 'immersive, ultra-realistic audio.'
Read MoreAlienware’s new gaming monitors feature fast refresh rates and retractable headset hangers
Dell is releasing two new Alienware-branded this fall.
Read MoreLumina is working on a smart standing desk that has a built-in display
It's a desk with a built-in screen to help you better digest passive information.
Read MoreSennheiser promises 60 hours of listening with its new Momentum headphones
Sennheiser completely redesigned its Momentum headphones, but the most notable change is battery life.
Read MoreLG's newest 4K CineBeam projectors start at $6,000
LG has released its latest CineBeam short throw projectors, and you'll pay a premium if you want their extra-bright picture in your home theater.
Read MoreInsta360's gimbal webcam is a DJI Pocket without a body
The Insta360 Link is a 4K webcam with a 3-axis gimbal and a relatively larger 1/2-inch sensor. It's basically like a DJI Pocket 2 without its body.
Read MoreBioLite adds portable power stations and a solar array to its charging lineup
BioLite has just announced its new BaseCharge 600 and BaseCharge 1500 portable power stations, along with an accompanying SolarPanel 100.
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AI (1)
NVIDIA helps bring more lifelike avatars to chatbots and games
NVIDIA has unveiled tools that could see realistic AI avatars come to more apps and games.
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Amazon (13)
Amazon is shutting down its telehealth service
Amazon plans to discontinue its Care telehealth service by the end of the year.
Read MorePeloton is now selling its fitness gear on Amazon
The fitness company will no longer restrict sales to its website and showrooms.
Read MoreAnother Amazon warehouse in New York is seeking to unionize
The facility known as ALB1 has filed a petition to hold an election with the NLRB.
Read MoreAmazon Air freight hub workers walked out to protest pay and conditions
A group that's organizing at a facility in California led the stoppage.
Read MoreAmazon sale discounts Kindle e-readers by up to 21 percent
Amazon's Kindle e-readers are currently at the best prices we've seen since Prime Day.
Read MoreAmazon brings Echo Show 15's photo frame feature to all models
It allows your Echo Show to display your photos without interruption for three hours.
Read MoreAmazon's palm payments arrive in more than 65 Whole Foods stores in California
Amazon's palm-reading payment tech is now available in more than 65 Whole Foods stores in California.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Amazon buys the company behind Roomba robot vacuums
Amazon buys the company behind Roomba robot vacuums, Baidu's robotaxis can now operate without a safety driver in the car, Physicist posts a photo of chorizo to troll James Webb Space Telescope fans.
Read MoreAmazon is buying iRobot, the creator of the Roomba robot vacuum
Amazon is acquiring iRobot, the creator of the Roomba robovac, for $1.7 billion.
Read MoreOver 700 UK Amazon workers walk out over pay issues
The company rejected the union's request for a 2 pound pay increase.
Read MoreAmazon knocks $100 off Samsung's Freestyle smart projector
Samsung's Freestyle smart projector is $100 off, bringing it down to $798 at Amazon.
Read MoreAmazon offers same-day Prime delivery for select retail chains
The Prime perk is currently available in 10 metro areas in the US.
Read MoreAmazon's emissions increased dramatically last year despite carbon neutrality goal
The company doubled the size of its fulfillment network last year.
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Apple (23)
Apple releases rare iOS 12 update to address security flaw on older iPhones and iPads
Apple has released an iOS 12 update users of older iPhone and iPad devices should download as soon as possible.
Read MoreApple may have registered more 'Reality' trademarks for its upcoming AR headset
Apple may again be looking to nail down "Reality" trademarks ahead of the launch of its much-anticipated AR/VR headset.
Read MoreApple may face a DOJ antitrust complaint over AirTags
A Department of Justice suit could focus on Apple's hardware.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: What to expect at Apple's 'Far Out' event on September 7th
Cherlynn Low and Mat Smith discuss what we can expect from Apple's "Far Out" event on September 7th, and are joined by Jess Conditt to recap some of Gamescom's biggest news.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple’s big iPhone event is happening September 7th
Apple's big iPhone event is happening September 7th, Bill in New York State Senate would require new cars have to speed-limiting tech, Get ready for a movie based on the rise and fall of BlackBerry.
Read MoreApple’s ‘Far Out’ iPhone event is scheduled for September 7th
On September 7th, the company is widely expected to announce four new iPhone models.
Read MoreApple confirms iPadOS 16 will arrive later than iOS 16
It will skip a public release of iPadOS 16.0 and go straight to version 16.1 this fall.
Read MoreFormer Apple employee pleads guilty to stealing self-driving car secrets
Xiaolang Zhang was arrested for stealing circuit board schematics and hardware from Apple.
Read MoreApple's Self Service Repair program now includes some recent MacBooks
Apple has extended its Self Service Repair program to let MacBook owners fix their own machines.
Read MoreApple employees launch petition to protest return-to-office plans
Employee advocacy group Apple Together says that the company needs to be more flexible around its return to work policies.
Read MoreSearch ads could arrive in Apple Maps as early as next year
Apple could integrate ads into Maps as early as next year, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Read MoreApple reportedly lays off recruiters amid hiring slowdown
Apple has reportedly laid off recruiters as it joins other tech companies in slowing down its hiring.
Read MoreApple employees will need to work from its offices three times a week starting in September
They have to come in every Tuesdays, Thursdays and a day set by their specific team.
Read MoreApple reportedly tested search ads in Maps in bid to expand advertising business
Apple may be planning to bring ads to more of its first-party apps.
Read MoreTelegram's latest iPhone update was held up over a new animated emoji set
The popular messaging app Telegram had to remove a new feature called Telemoji at Apple's insistence to get its latest update posted in the App Store.
Read MoreApple reportedly tried to partner with Facebook to get a cut of its revenue
According to the Wall Street Journal, Apple and Facebook were considering a a subscription service that would offer an ad-free version of the platform. And since Apple takes a cut of in-app purchases, including subscriptions, it could have been a very lucrative arrangement indeed.
Read MoreApple reportedly wants podcast deals that can lead to TV shows
Apple has apparently signed a podcast deal that could result in TV+ shows, and more could be on the way.
Read MoreApple reportedly tells suppliers to avoid 'Made in Taiwan' labels on shipments to China
Apple has reportedly warned Taiwanese suppliers to ensure shipments to China comply with a longstanding labeling regulation following House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's recent visit to Taipei.
Read MoreApple could be developing a smart display
Apple could significantly expand its smart home product line within the next two years.
Read MoreReport: Apple retaliated against women who complained about misconduct
Apple has shown apathy toward women who complained about misconduct and even retaliated against them, according to a report.
Read MoreApple might delay iPadOS 16 release until October
The company is struggling with the Stage Manager multitasking feature, according to Bloomberg.
Read MoreApple no longer requires most corporate employees to wear masks
Apple will no longer require corporate employees to wear masks at "most locations," according to an internal email from the company.
Read MoreApple's App Store homepage will soon feature ads
Apple has famously bragged that it will never invade your privacy to serve ads, but it does have an ad business on its App Store and elsewhere.
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Apps (22)
UK police accused of uploading misleading Waze reports to encourage safer driving
The Surrey police force in the UK has found itself at the center of a minor controversy after one of its Twitter accounts shared how some officers use Waze to encourage drivers to slow down.
Read MoreTruth Social's inadequate moderation is keeping it off the Google Play Store
Google reportedly has concerns over certain content, including physical threats.
Read MoreValve is testing a redesigned Steam mobile app
In a recent blog post, Valve invited "invested Steam users" to beta test a redesigned Android and iOS app.
Read MoreDuolingo is expanding into math lessons and brain training
It's moving beyond language learning for the first time.
Read MoreInstacart's 'Big & Bulky' service lets you order big and bulky items
Instacart's "Big & Bulky" service lets you order big and bulky items
Read MoreYelp adds a warning label to anti-abortion center listings
The notice says such centers 'typically provide limited medical services and may not have licensed medical professionals onsite.'
Read MoreLANDR Studio has everything you need to make and release music (except a DAW)
LANDR Studio's monthly subscription gets you samples, instruments, mastering and distribution.
Read MoreCameo now lets you buy 10-minute video calls with celebrities
You can invite up to nine friends to take part in a Cameo Live chat with your favorite star.
Read MoreWinamp's revival includes platforms for musicians and fans
Winamp isn't content to just offer an MP3 player — it's launching a creator platform that includes a space for fans.
Read MoreUber Eats now delivers office and school supplies
Uber is now delivering school supplies thanks to a team-up with Office Depot.
Read More1Password's big app redesign brings desktop features to mobile
1Password 8 is finally available for Android and iOS, delivering quicker feature access and password breach alerts.
Read MoreSpotify's online music studio now offers live collaboration
Spotify's online recording studio, Soundtrap, now lets musicians collaborate in real-time.
Read MoreHBO Max finishes rolling out its much-needed app redesign
HBO Max has finally finished rolling out its much-improved app — in time for Discovery to render it obsolete.
Read MoreDreamWorks Animation will open source its MoonRay renderer later this year
It used the tech in movies such as 'The Bad Guys' and 'Puss In Boots: The Last Wish.'
Read MoreMicrosoft Teams has finally been optimized for Apple Silicon Macs
Microsoft has finally released a version of Teams optimized to run Apple Silicon Macs.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Winamp, your old MP3 software of choice, is back
NASA says retired astronauts must act as space sherpas on private flights to the ISS, Winamp, your old MP3 software of choice, is back, Nintendo notes Switch sales drop.
Read MoreWinamp, your parents' favorite MP3 software, is back
Winamp has been updated after four years —the MP3 software of your younger days has returned.
Read MoreNew 'FIFA Mobile' mode puts the focus on strategy, not action
'FIFA Mobile' now has a Manager Mode that lets you focus on strategy rather than the action.
Read MoreTinder scales back its plans for dating in the metaverse
Tinder is dialing back its metaverse dating plans, and rethinking in-app coins at the same time.
Read MoreOutlook Lite for Android brings Microsoft's email app to budget phones
Microsoft quietly announced the launch of Outlook Lite for Android, a streamlined version of the company's email service designed to use less battery and storage space than the default Outlook app without sacrificing features or performance.
Read MoreDiscord’s overhauled Android app will shorten the wait for new features
Discord has begun rolling out an overhauled Android app that addresses one of the most consistent complaints with the software.
Read MoreSpotify's latest fancy feature for Premium users is a play button
The iOS and Android apps will soon have separate play and shuffle icons on all playlists
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Big Tech (16)
Snap confirms it's laying off around 1,300 employees
The company has canceled most original Snapchat shows and shut down some other projects.
Read MoreSony and Tencent now own almost a third of ‘Elden Ring’ studio FromSoftware
Sony has joined forces with Tencent to purchase a 30.33 percent share of FromSoftware, the developer behind titles like Elden Ring and Dark Souls 3.
Read MoreUber now offers assistance from a live safety agent via call or text in the US
The company is also rolling out its text-to-911 feature more broadly.
Read MoreBipartisan bill would push Google and Meta to negotiate fair rates with news orgs
The aim is to give publishers more leverage with tech giants.
Read MoreMicrosoft and Amazon reportedly halt plans to build data centers in Ireland
Ireland's electric grid may not be able to handle them.
Read MoreeBay is buying the trading card marketplace TCGplayer for $295 million
The deal is expected to close in 2023.
Read MoreSnap reportedly gives up on its selfie drone just four months after its debut
The company will still sell the Pixy for now, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Airbnb tests anti-party tech
What you'll need to survive the California wildfires this summer, Netflix with ads might not have offline viewing, Australia's top court rules Google isn't a publisher.
Read MoreAirbnb starts testing anti-party tech in the US and Canada
The company will look for signs of 'potentially high-risk reservations.'
Read MoreFormer Qualcomm VP charged over $150 million acquisition fraud
A former Qualcomm VP and three others have been charged for allegedly tricking the company into paying $150 million for tech it already had.
Read MoreFCC rejects Starlink request for nearly $900 million in broadband subsidies
Starlink has lost its bid to receive nearly $900 million in broadband funds from the FCC.
Read MoreSouth Korea to investigate Apple, Google over possible in-app payment violations
South Korea is investigating Apple and Google over possible violations of a law allowing a choice of in-app payments.
Read MoreSoundCloud is laying off up to 20 percent of its workforce
Based on the company's LinkedIn profile, around 340 people will lose their jobs.
Read MoreIndonesia restores access to PayPal, Yahoo and Valve services
The country blocked several platforms that failed to register with a government database on time.
Read MoreRobinhood lays off almost a quarter of its staff
For the second time this year, Robinhood is cutting its headcount.
Read MoreTwitter investor sues Elon Musk in a bid to force through $44 billion takeover
The proposed class action suit accuses Musk of breaching his fiduciary duty to Twitter shareholders.
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Buying Guides (44)
Apple's AirPods Max fall back to a low of $429
You can now grab Apple's flagship AirPods Max wireless headphones at Amazon for just $429.
Read MoreAmazon sale discounts Western Digital and SanDisk storage by up to 61 percent
You can get external and internal hard drives and SSDs, as well as memory cards, for prices much lower than usual.
Read MoreSony's WH-1000XM5 headphones are $60 off today only
Sony's latest WH-1000XM5 headphones are $60 off and down to $340 in a one-day sale at Woot.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 6a drops to a new low of $370 on Amazon
Google's Pixel 6a has hit a new low price after going on sale just a week ago
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy S22 Ultra is up to $270 off right now
Amazon knocks up to $270 off Samsung Galaxy S22 smartphones, so you can pick one up for as low as $650.
Read MoreAmazon's Echo Show 10 is on sale for $200 right now
After a 20 percent price drop, the Echo Show 10 is $200, down from $250.
Read MoreAnker charging gear is up to 36 percent off today only
For today only, Amazon has discounted a handful of Anker chargers and Soundcore speakers.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel Buds Pro drop to $175, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include $50 off Apple's iPad, nearly $60 off the Apple TV 4K and early Labor Day deals on Solo Stove fire pits and Ooni pizza ovens.
Read MoreApple's 10.2-inch iPad falls to an all-time low of $280
Just ahead of Apple's next big event.
Read MoreOoni's 12-inch pizza ovens are 20 percent off for Labor Day
Get up to 20 percent off Ooni pizza ovens ahead of Labor Day 2022.
Read MoreSolo Stove's second-generation fire pits are up to $320 off for Labor Day
Solo Stove's Labor Day sale knocks up to $320 off fire pits, bundles and more.
Read MoreApple Watch SE models are up to 30 percent off at Amazon
In what looks to be a clearance sale, Amazon has discounted the Apple Watch SE.
Read MoreAmazon one-day sale slashes prices of TP-Link routers and smart home gadgets
TP-Link smart light bulbs, smart plugs, routers and more have been deeply discounted in a new Amazon one-day sale.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 6a falls to a new low price of $399 at Amazon
Google's Pixel 6a may be brand new, but it's already at a record low price of $399 at Amazon.
Read MoreCrucial SSDs and portable drives are up to 29 percent off at Amazon
Crucial SSDs and portable drives are up to 29 percent off at Amazon right now, with some of our favorites available for as low as $76.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel Buds Pro are cheaper than ever right now on Amazon
Amazon knocked $25 off the Google Pixel Buds Pro, bringing them down to $175.
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle Paperwhite drops to $110, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include the latest Kindle Paperwhite for $110, Apple's iPad for $299 and the Roomba j7+ for $599.
Read MoreHBO Max is offering a 30 percent discount on its annual plans
Seems fair, given how much content the service is removing and canceling.
Read MoreSanDisk's 1TB Extreme Portable SSD falls to an all-time low of $109
SanDisk's 1TB Extreme Portable SSD is down to a record low price of $109.
Read MoreWhat you’ll need to survive the California wildfires this summer
Gear and strategies to help you ride out this summer's fire season. Good luck.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch Series 7 is on sale for $290 right now
Amazon has discounted the Apple Watch Series 7 to near record-low prices, so you can pick one up for as low as $290.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 6 Pro drops to a record low of $649
Amazon knocks $250 off the Google Pixel 6 Pro, bringing it down to $649.
Read MoreAmazon sale slashes the price of Kindle Kids and Fire Kids tablets
Amazon's Glow with Tangram Bits pack is currently available for $130 less than what buying them separately will cost you.
Read MoreAmazon's Echo Show 15 smart display is on sale for $60 off
The Echo Show 5 is still available for just $40.
Read MoreSony's budget WH-CH710N headphones are 35 percent off right now
Amazon knocks 35 percent off Sony's WH-CH710N ANC headphones, bringing them down to $98.
Read MoreApple's M2-powered MacBook Air is $100 off at Amazon
Amazon knocks $100 off the MacBook Air M2, bringing the new laptop down to $1,099.
Read MoreAmazon's Fire TV Stick 4K Max drops to $40 in new streaming sale
Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K Max is $15 off and down to $40 right now, and you can pick up other streaming dongles for less, too.
Read MoreiRobot's pet poop-detecting Roomba j7+ vacuum is $200 off right now
A number of iRobot's latest robot vacuums are $200 off right now, including the Roomba j7 and j7+.
Read MoreThe 2021 Apple TV 4K is on sale for $120, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include $60 off the Apple TV 4K, $30 off the base iPad and up to 40 percent off Anker charging accessories.
Read MoreNVIDIA Shield TV Pro and Shield TV drop back to all-time-low prices
The 2021 Apple TV 4K is still on sale for $120 as well.
Read MoreAmazon's 2nd-gen Echo Show 8 is 35 percent off right now
If you're in the market for an Echo Show 8 but missed Amazon's Prime Day sales, don't despair -- you can grab the latest second-generation model for $85.
Read MoreAnker's Eufy robot vacuums are up to 47 percent off at Amazon
The RoboVac G30 Edge is down to $180, a record low price for that model.
Read MoreAmazon's Echo Show 5 is back on sale for $40
Amazon has reduced the price of the Echo Show 5 by $45.
Read MoreHow to pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and everything else announced at Unpacked 2022
Here's how to pre-order the Galaxy Z Fold 4, the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and everything else announced at Samsung Unpacked 2022. The Galaxy Z Fold 4 starts at $1,799 and the Galaxy Z Flip 4 starts at $999.
Read MoreApple's 256GB iPad drops to a new low of $399
Most models of Apple's iPad are on sale at Amazon right now, so you can pick one up for as low as $299.
Read MoreSamsung's 1TB T7 Shield SSD drops back down to $100
The 2TB version is also on sale for $200.
Read MoreAnker charging gadgets are up to 40 percent off for Prime members
Amazon knocks up to 40 percent off Anker charging devices for Prime members, bringing battery packs, wireless chargers and other accessories down to record-low prices.
Read MoreApple's iPad drops to $299, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include $30 off Apple's iPad, $50 off the Beats Studio Buds and $10 off the Chromecast with Google TV.
Read MoreSony's LinkBuds S drop to a new low of $148 at Amazon
Sony's LinkBuds S earbuds have dipped to a new low price of $148 in an Amazon sale.
Read MoreThe Beats Studio Buds are back on sale for $100
Amazon knocks $50 off the Beats Studio Buds, bringing them down to $100.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 7 drops to $280 at Amazon
You can get the green Apple Watch Series 7 for $119 off retail.
Read MoreChromecast with Google TV is on sale for $40 once again
You can snap up the 4K streaming device for $10 less than usual.
Read MoreJabra's Elite 7 Pro ANC earbuds drop to a new low of $130
That's $70 off the regular price.
Read MoreApple's 10.2-inch iPad is back on sale for $300 at Amazon
Amazon knocks $30 off Apple's 10.2-inch iPad, bringing it down to $300.
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Computing (6)
AMD's Ryzen 7000 desktop CPUs will start shipping on September 27th
The company has introduced four models coming in September, and they'll cost you at least $299.
Read MoreHP's new PCs include its first Dragonfly Folio and a 34-inch all-in-one
HP is unveiling a pair of PCs built with remote work in mind, including its first Dragonfly Folio hybrid laptop.
Read MoreJanet Jackson's 1989 mega-hit 'Rhythm Nation' sonically smashes old hard drives
Security researchers have found an unusual security vulnerability in certain Windows XP-era laptops: The musical stylings of Janet Jackson.
Read MoreAMD will unveil its Ryzen 7000 desktop CPUs on August 29th
AMD will unveil its Ryzen 7000 desktop CPUs in a livestreamed event on August 29th.
Read MorePresident Biden signs CHIPS Act to boost semiconductor production
Following successful votes in the Senate and House of Representatives, President Joe Biden has signed the CHIPS and Science Act into law.
Read MoreIntel introduces Arc Pro GPUs for workstations
It launched two desktop and one laptop GPU under its Arc branding's pro lineup.
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Cybersecurity (27)
Microsoft found a severe one-click exploit in TikTok’s Android app
A serious vulnerability found by Microsoft in the TikTok Android app could have allowed hackers to hijack millions of accounts.
Read MoreFBI says investors should take precautions before putting money into decentralized finance platforms
Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting security flaws in smart contracts to steal cryptocurrency, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Read MoreFTC sues company for selling identifiable location data, including abortion clinic visits
The agency says 'Kochava's sale of geolocation data puts consumers at significant risk.'
Read MoreSome Authy 2FA accounts were compromised in Twilio data breach
Secure messaging app Signal isn't the only platform dealing with the aftermath of the recent Twilio data breach.
Read MoreDuckDuckGo opens up its free email privacy service to everyone
Email Protection, which is now in open beta, strips trackers out of messages.
Read MoreTwitter whistleblower to testify about company's 'widespread security failures' at Senate hearing
Twitter's former security chief will testify at a Senate hearing about the company's security practices.
Read MoreSnap reaches $35 million settlement in Illinois privacy lawsuit over lenses
Residents of Illinois who used lenses or filters after November 2015 are entitled to a payout.
Read MorePlex tells users to reset their passwords after potential data breach
A third-party entity was able to access users' emails, usernames and encrypted passwords.
Read MoreHackers reportedly deepfaked a Binance exec to carry out listing scams
The scammers seemingly used Patrick Hillmann's media appearances to ape the chief comms officer's image.
Read MoreCongress is looking into Twitter whistleblower’s claims of lax security
Senate committees are holding talks with the company's former security chief.
Read MoreWhistleblower accuses Twitter of being 'grossly negligent' towards security
The former Twitter head of security also says Twitter prioritizes user growth over reducing spam.
Read MorePegasus spyware creator NSO Group plans layoffs after CEO steps down
Following more than two years of controversy, the chief executive officer of Pegasus spyware creator NSO Group is stepping down.
Read MoreRecommended Reading: Productivity surveillance
Recommended Reading highlights the week's best writing on technology and more.
Read MoreApple releases patches for major iOS and macOS security vulnerabilities
One of the flaws could give attackers full control of iPhones, iPads and Mac computers.
Read MoreSignal says third-party data breach exposed 1,900 phone numbers
Signal has warned that a Twilio breach exposed 1,900 user phone numbers, and at least a few of those accounts came under attack.
Read MoreZoom fixes security flaw that let attackers hijack your Mac
Zoom has patched a security hole that let intruders take control of Macs.
Read MoreSecurity researcher reveal Zoom flaws that could've allowed attackers to take over your Mac
Two affecting Zoom's automatic updater had already been fixed, but one remains an active vulnerability.
Read MoreDutch authorities arrest alleged developer of crypto mixing service Tornado Cash
The 29-year-old is suspected of money laundering.
Read MoreFTC kicks off efforts to regulate data security and surveillance tech
The FTC is starting its bid to regulate data security surveillance tech by asking the public for input.
Read MoreFormer Twitter worker convicted of helping Saudi Arabia spy on dissidents
A former Twitter staffer has been convicted for helping Saudi Arabia spy on dissidents.
Read MoreUS imposes sanctions on cryptocurrency mixer that allegedly laundered over $7 billion
The US has sanctioned Tornado Cash, a cryptocurrency mixer that reportedly helped North Korea launder stolen funds.
Read MoreTwitter confirms vulnerability exposed data of anonymous account owners
Twitter has confirmed a vulnerability in its code led to a data exposure late last year.
Read MoreSan Diego joins other cities in restricting cops' use of surveillance technology
San Diego has given final approval for a measure that will require oversight for surveillance tech like body cameras.
Read MoreSolana 'hot' wallets are being drained in multi-million dollar attack
The bad actor has reportedly drained over 8,000 internet-connected wallets.
Read MoreHacking free-for-all relieves crypto bridge users of $200 million
The cryptocurrency bridge Nomad lost $200 million as part of a wild hack that let virtually anyone swipe money.
Read MoreTaiwan's presidential website hit by cyberattack ahead of Nancy Pelosi's visit
Taiwanese presidential spokesperson Chang Tun-Han said a distributed denial-of-service attack took down the website early Tuesday evening.
Read MoreNYPD must disclose facial recognition procedures deployed against Black Lives Matter protesters
The police department had rejected a FOIL request for documents regarding the use of facial recognition and other surveillance.
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Entertainment (1)
Recommended Reading: Imogen Heap's far-reaching influence on music
Recommended Reading highlights the week's best writing on technology and more.
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EVs and Transportation (48)
The Morning After: France's plans for an EV lease program
Facebook now supports NFTs, France is working on an EV lease program for €100 per month, Apple may have registered more 'Reality' trademarks for its upcoming AR headset.
Read MoreFrance is working on a program to let people lease EVs for €100 per month
France is preparing to launch a new electric vehicle subsidy program that would allow people to lease EVs for €100 a month
Read MoreFord will open Mustang Mach-E orders for the 2023 model year next week
Prices are going up by at least $2,600 compared with the 2022 trims.
Read MoreMercedes-Benz starts production of its first electric SUV in the US
The company is working on the EQS SUV at its Alabama production plant.
Read MoreWaze shuts down its carpool service due to fewer commuters
Waze shuts down carpool service due to pandemic
Read MoreCalifornia formally bans the sale of gas-powered vehicles by 2035
Automakers will only be able to sell zero- and low-emission cars and trucks in the state after that time.
Read MoreOur first look at Lucid's Sapphire performance EV
Lucid launched its Sapphire performance brand with a 1,200 horsepower, tri-motor Lucid Air Sapphire.
Read MoreAudi will join Formula 1 as a hybrid engine supplier for 2026
Audi will join F1 to produce hybrid V6 engines from the 2026 season.
Read MoreThe first fully hydrogen-powered passenger train service is now running in Germany
Alstom's Coradia iLint trains only emit steam and condensed water.
Read MoreLincoln's Model L100 concept is a gigantic, ridiculously futuristic EV sedan
The Lincoln Model L100 is large luxury celebration of Lincoln's 100th anniversary.
Read MoreBill in New York State Senate would require new cars to have speed-limiting tech
The legislation also targets blind spots in larger vehicles.
Read MoreChina's emergence as an EV powerhouse has been a long time coming
American ingenuity may have initially ushered in the EV era, but it's been China's relentless commoditization of the technology that has put the asian nation's automakers at the forefront of the global electric vehicle race.
Read MoreTesla is increasing the price of its Full Self-Driving software to $15,000
For the second time this year, Tesla is increasing the price of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) feature.
Read MoreLucid debuts its performance EV brand with the $249,000 Air Sapphire
Lucid has introduced a new performance brand that could help it challenge Tesla, so long as you have $249,000 to spend.
Read MoreAudi's next concept EV will be the Activesphere off-roader
Audi's fourth Sphere concept EV is built for off-roading.
Read MoreRivian nixes its entry-level R1T and R1S trims due to low demand
Those with a pre-order for the Explore trim will need to reconfigure their EV to a more expensive package.
Read MoreKia officially unveils its 576-HP EV6 GT at Monterey Car Week
Kia officially unveiled its upcoming performance EV6 GT variant, sporting 576 HP, 206 miles of range and a fun little feature called Drift Mode.
Read MoreLincoln replaced the steering wheel with a 'chess piece controller' in its Model L100 concept
On Thursday, Lincoln revealed the Model L 100, its initial foray into electrified mobility, which draws inspiration from the company's very first luxury sedan, the 1922 Model L.
Read MoreAcura shows off a Precision EV concept inspired by Italian power boats
The interior takes a cue from an F1 car's cockpit.
Read MoreDodge says its all-electric Charger concept is as loud as gas-powered muscle cars
The company actually put an exhaust that emits sounds on the electric vehicle.
Read MoreThe Morning After: American Airlines is ordering 20 supersonic jets
American Airlines plans to buy at least 20 supersonic jets, President Biden signs Inflation Reduction Act to limit climate change, Winamp's revival includes platforms for musicians and fans.
Read MoreAmerican Airlines is purchasing 20 of Boom's supersonic Overture jets
One of the world's largest airlines has placed a big bet on supersonic jet startup Boom.
Read MoreYour next Lyft in Las Vegas might be a driverless EV
Motional's driverless Ioniq 5 is entering service earlier than expected.
Read MorePolestar will release a production version of its O2 concept convertible in 2026
Polestar has confirmed that a production version of its O2 Concept roadster, the 6, is coming in 2026.
Read MoreTesla's Shanghai Gigafactory made its millionth car
Tesla's Shanghai factory has produced its 1 millionth car, with over 3 million EVs made worldwide so far.
Read MoreMercedes-EQ's Stoffel Vandoorne wins Formula E world championship
Stoffel Vandoorne make it two in a row in both drivers' and team championships for Mercedes-EQ in Formula E.
Read MoreUber is shutting down its free rewards program this fall
Uber is discontinuing its free loyalty program.
Read MoreBMW and Toyota plan to release jointly-built fuel cell cars in 2025
BMW and Toyota plan to sell jointly-created fuel cell cars starting in 2025.
Read MoreFormula E’s 100th E-Prix: Eight years of all-electric racing
A look at Formula E's history with co-founder Alberto Longo and former champ Lucas di Grassi ahead of the series' 100th race.
Read MoreIKEA will install Electrify America's fast EV chargers at over 25 US stores
Over 25 IKEA stores in the US are adding Electrify America's fast EV chargers.
Read MoreBo’s e-scooter is beyond state of the art
Bo's e-scooter of the future looks and drives better than anything currently on the market. Can it conquer the world when it launches in 2023?
Read MoreFord will reopen F-150 Lightning orders this week at a much higher starting price
Each of the electric pickup's trims will cost between $4,200 and $8,900 extra.
Read MoreRivian is field testing dual-motor versions of the R1T and R1S
The company is putting the EVs through their paces in the New Zealand winter.
Read MoreLucid Air will soon have a 'Stealth Look' trim option
The $6,000 theme swaps out 35 exterior components to give the EV a 'darker and overtly sporting personality.'
Read MoreArrival pauses work on its electric bus and car projects
EV startup Arrival is icing its bus and car plans as it tries to manage its dwindling cash pile.
Read MoreMG's new all-electric hatchback will cost just $31,400 when it arrives in the UK
The MG4 will be one of the least expensive EVs available in the UK with a starting price oft £25,995 ($31,400).
Read MoreBaidu's robotaxis can now operate without a safety driver in the car
The company says it's running the first fully driverless service in China.
Read MoreCalifornia DMV accuses Tesla of falsely portraying its vehicles as fully autonomous
The company uses misleading language 'not based on facts,' the agency said in its complaints.
Read MoreToyota will buy back your recalled bZ4X EV
Toyota has offered to buy back the bZ4X EV from owners who can't drive it due to a recall.
Read MoreVolkswagen's US-made 2023 ID.4 EV will start at $37,495
VW has revealed that the 2023 ID.4 EV will cost less than last year's model while packing some meaningful upgrades.
Read MoreUK trials roadside van that detects if drivers are holding their phone
The sensor test vehicle can also check whether drivers and passengers are wearing seatbelts.
Read MoreLucid Motors has drastically reduced its production target, again
The EV startup slashed its production target in half.
Read MoreGM is doubling the size of its Super Cruise network in the US and Canada
GM announced on Wednesday that it will double the number of highways that its Super Cruise hands-free driving system will work on to include 400,000 miles of state routes and interstate highways across the US and Canada.
Read MorePorsche's new companies are all about electric bikes
It launched an e-bike parts business and another one to develop consumer electric bicycles.
Read MoreUber tests train and bus bookings in the UK
As it promised earlier this year, Uber is testing bus and train travel options in the UK via a partnership with Germany's travel platform Omio.
Read MoreChevy Bolt owners must choose between rebates and battery defect lawsuits
Chevy is offering a rebate to Bolt EV owners hit by price drops, but only if they waive the right to sue over battery fires.
Read MoreBMW will bring a more affordable i4 EV to the US next year
BMW is adding a new model to its i4 line.
Read MoreAn e-bike sharing company co-founded by Usain Bolt appears to have shut down
An e-bike- startup co-founded by Olympian Usain Bolt appears to have shut down operations, highlighting recent problems in the micromobility sector.
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Gaming (54)
Tom Hanks created a trivia game and it's coming to Apple Arcade this Friday
'Gris' and 'Shovel Knight Dig' will also arrive on the service in September.
Read More8BitDo reveals wireless versions of its Xbox-style Ultimate Controller
The peripheral is now available in Bluetooth, 2.4GHz and wired flavors.
Read MoreLogitech's upcoming gaming handheld may have been revealed in a leak
We may be getting our first look at Logitech's G Gaming Handheld portable gaming device.
Read More'The Dark Pictures: The Devil In Me' launches on November 18th
Supermassive Games has released a full trailer for the title at Gamescom 2022.
Read More‘NHL 23’ has a female player on the cover for the first time
For the first time in series history, EA's next NHL entry will feature a female player on the cover.
Read More'Dead Island 2' actually exists and it's due out on February 3rd, 2023
Dead Island 2 is coming. The long-awaited zombie-slaying role-playing game is due to hit PlayStation 4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Google Stadia and PC via the Epic Games Store on February 3rd, 2023.
Read More'The Expanse: A Telltale Series' arrives next summer
Fans of The Expanse will have to wait about another year to play Deck Nine's interpretation of the popular sci-fi series.
Read More'Gotham Knights' is coming out four days earlier than you thought
Gotham Knights is due to hit PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC on October 21st. The game was previously due to come out on October 25th, but it's now set to land four days earlier.
Read More'Phantom Hellcat' promises hack-and-slash action with 2D and 3D mechanics
Phantom Hellcat is the first title in an original hack-and-slash universe from Chernobylite publisher All in! Games. It's a perspective-shifting action game starring a young woman named Jolene on a mission to save the world from an encroaching evil force.
Read MoreJustin Roiland's 'High on Life' hits Xbox and PC in December
High on Life, the sci-fi shooter from Rick and Morty creator Justin Roiland, is scheduled to come out on Xbox and PC on December 13th. This is a slight delay.
Read More'Dune: Awakening' is a survival MMO set in Frank Herbert's sci-fi universe
After a 20-year drought, Dune fans suddenly have more than one game to look forward to playing.
Read More'New Tales from the Borderlands' arrives on October 21st
A trailer highlights three new characters and the offbeat humor we've come to expect from the Borderlands series.
Read More'Under the Waves' leverages Quantic Dream's tech to tell a story of deep-sea grief
Under the Waves is in development at Parallel Studio and it's being published by Quantic Dream. It's due to hit Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, PS5 and PC in 2023.
Read More'Everywhere' is a new 'multi-world' game from GTA producer Leslie Benzies
Gamescom 2022 opened with the reveal of Everywhere, the new game from Grand Theft Auto producer Leslie Benzies.
Read MoreWatch Gamescom's Opening Night Live right here at 2PM ET
It's Gamescom time once again, and the big Opening Night Live showcase kicks off today at 2PM ET.
Read MoreDestiny 2's next expansion will give everyone grappling hooks on February 28th
Lightfall, Destiny 2's next expansion, will arrive on February 28th.
Read MoreTroubled 'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic' remake reportedly switches studios
'Bloomberg' says the project moved from Aspyr Media to Saber Interactive, which are both owned by Embracer.
Read More'PGA Tour 2K23' will debut on October 11th with Michael Jordan as a playable character
It's the first entry in the series since 2K roped in Tiger Woods as executive director.
Read MoreThe Game Awards return December 8th with a new category for adaptations
The Game Awards will return on December 8th, 2022 with a new category for the best adaptations in movies, TV and books.
Read More'Black Myth: Wukong' gets two new trailers but not a release date
Every August for the past two years, Chinese developer Game Science Studio has released new gameplay footage from its upcoming action RPG Black Myth: Wukong
Read More'PowerWash Simulator' players can now aid mental health research
Help researchers study the link between gaming and wellbeing as you blast muck away from a playground.
Read More'Jetpack Joyride 2' debuts as an Apple Arcade exclusive
A 'Jetpack Joyride' sequel has arrived, but you'll need Apple Arcade to play it.
Read MoreThe Sega Genesis Mini 2's 60-game lineup includes two unreleased titles
Sega has unveiled the full list of games included with the Genesis Mini 2, and you'll find two previously unreleased titles as well as several new ports.
Read More'Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed' hits PC, PlayStation and Xbox on October 18th
Preorder bonuses include advance access to Slimer.
Read More‘Diablo IV’ won’t include pay-to-win microtransactions
Blizzard has published a long-awaited update on its monetization plans for Diablo IV.
Read MoreEmbracer snaps up the rights to 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit'
The mega games publisher is also buying more game studios, including Tripwire Interactive.
Read More'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II' pre-order customers can play the story a week early
If you pre-order 'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II,' you can play the campaign a week before everyone else.
Read MoreActivision Blizzard accused of spying on protesting workers
Activision Blizzard is facing a labor complaint accusing it of illegally surveilling workers who walked out in protest.
Read MoreDisney and Marvel will hold a games showcase on September 9th
Expect fresh announcements and updates on titles like 'Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga.'
Read MoreWeta Workshop is making its own Lord of the Rings game
Publisher Private Division said the title is slated to arrive by March 2024.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The new gaming-subscription normal
Peloton is jacking up prices of its Bike+ and Tread fitness gear again, Apple reportedly tried to partner with Facebook to get a cut of its revenue, 'Hogwarts Legacy' is delayed until February 10th, 2023.
Read MoreGenshin Impact’s next major update arrives on August 24th
Genshin Impact's long-awaited 3.0 update will launch on August 24th.
Read MoreHitting the Books: What goes on at a summer camp for YouTube Gaming kidfluencers
In her new book, Break the Internet, Olivia Yallop explores the history, culture and business dealings that make up the modern online influencer economy.
Read More‘Alone in the Dark' reboot confirmed for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC
Today's THQ Nordic showcase started with a bang.
Read More'Hogwarts Legacy' is delayed until February 10th, 2023
It's coming to PC, PlayStation and Xbox on that date, with Switch release timing to be revealed later.
Read MoreLatest Humble Bundle includes most of the Resident Evil back catalog
A new Humble Bundle gives you most of the Resident Evil series ate a steep discount.
Read MoreXbox, PlayStation and the new subscription normal
As the two main console manufacturers and the owners of huge franchises, Sony and Microsoft set the stage for the rest of the video game marketplace, and the transition to streaming subscriptions is no different.
Read More'Metal Slug Tactics' is delayed until 2023
Dotemu and Leikir Studio say the turn-based RPG isn't ready for primetime.
Read MoreNBA 2K23's Jordan Challenge revival is all about authenticity
The mode features 15 key moments from Michael Jordan's career with era-appropriate play styles and aesthetics.
Read MoreBlizzard will stop selling ‘Overwatch’ loot boxes on August 30th
Blizzard will stop selling Overwatch loot boxes on August 30th.
Read MorePeople spent much less time watching gaming streams this spring, report says
Facebook Gaming saw a far bigger decline than Twitch and YouTube Gaming, according to Streamlabs and Stream Hatchet.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Netflix's slow start in gaming
A live-action Pac-Man movie is the video-game adaptation no-one asked for, Hardly anyone plays Netflix's games, US imposes sanctions on cryptocurrency mixer that may have laundered over $7 billion.
Read MoreFiraxis delays Marvel's Midnight Suns, maybe until 2023
Take-Two Interactive has once again pushed back the release of Marvel's Midnight Suns.
Read MoreSNK is making its first new Fatal Fury game in 23 years
SNK has revealed that it's working on its first Fatal Fury game in more than 20 years.
Read More'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II' multiplayer reveal set for September 15th
Activision and Infinity Ward are set to reveal Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II's multiplayer mode along with other details on September 15th.
Read More'Among Us VR' beta signups are now open
If you're lucky, you'll soon be able to literally point fingers at sus crewmates.
Read MoreBlizzard may have canceled a 'World of Warcraft' mobile spinoff (updated)
Blizzard is said to have axed a 'World of Warcraft' spinoff mobile game despite working on it for three years.
Read MoreAmazon Luna arrives on Samsung's latest smart TVs
Amazon's cloud gaming service is now available on 2022 Samsung smart TVs.
Read MoreDead by Daylight's 'Hooked on You' dating sim spin-off is out now
Behaviour Interactive revealed more details about DBD's next Resident Evil chapter, as well as some new games.
Read MoreInteractive musical series 'We are OFK' hits PlayStation, Switch and PC on August 18th
Two episodes will debut on that day, with three more to follow on a weekly basis.
Read MoreLogitech and Tencent are making a cloud gaming handheld
They're working with Xbox Cloud Gaming and NVIDIA GeForce Now on the device, which they say will arrive this year.
Read MoreSega Genesis Mini 2 stock will be extremely limited in the US
Sega fans who plan to buy the Genesis Mini 2 will need to import the retro console from Japan.
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Google (19)
Google is taking reservations to talk to its supposedly-sentient chatbot
On Thursday, researchers at Google's AI division announced that interested users can register to explore the model as access increasingly becomes available.
Read MoreGoogle Search and Maps results will confirm if a medical center offers abortions
In the wake of Roe v. Wade being overturned, Google announced that it is making it easier to use its Maps and Search products to find medical providers that offer abortions. When someone searches for specific services and Google has confirmation that a location provides those services, it'll be clearly labeled in Search and Maps.
Read MoreGoogle TV is getting improved performance and app management
If you feel like Google has neglected Google TV from a performance and stability standpoint, the latest update is for you.
Read MoreGoogle will downrank click-farm garbage and aggregators to improve search results
The company is aiming to surface more helpful content and product reviews.
Read MoreGoogle is failing to protect users and contractors post-Roe, workers say
Alphabet was among the many tech companies to alter its healthcare and data policies once abortion access was no longer guaranteed. Workers say the company isn't doing nearly enough.
Read MoreAustralia's top court rules Google isn't a publisher
Google has won an appeal determining that it isn't a publisher merely by linking content.
Read MoreGoogle is testing a way to start streaming games from search results
Along with Stadia, the feature offers swift access to Xbox Cloud Gaming, GeForce Now and Amazon Luna titles.
Read MoreFEC says Google can let political campaigns dodge Gmail's spam filters
The DNC says a pilot project could subject users to 'abusive fundraising tactics.'
Read MoreThe merged Google Meet app lets you host group Spotify and YouTube sessions
Google's merger of Meet and Duo includes live sharing for Spotify and YouTube streams.
Read MoreGoogle Fiber is expanding again after years of inactivity
It's making its way to Arizona, Colorado, Nebraska, Nevada and Idaho over the next years.
Read MoreGoogle's Search AI now looks for general consensus to highlight more trustworthy results
The tech giant says the technique 'has meaningfully improved the quality and helpfulness' of its featured snippets.
Read MoreUS Justice Department is reportedly poised to sue Google over its digital ad dominance
The DOJ first filed an antitrust lawsuit against Google in 2021 over search and search-related advertising monopoly.
Read MoreGoogle Stadia’s Party Stream is exactly what it sounds like
Share your gameplay with up to nine friends.
Read MoreGoogle's learn-to-read app for kids is now available on the web
Google can now help your kids learn to read on the web.
Read MoreGoogle and Sonos are now fighting over voice assistant patents
Google has sued Sonos, alleging that its new voice assistant violates seven patents related to its own Google Assistant technology.
Read MoreGoogle made one of its best search shortcuts even more useful
Google searches with quotes now show you exactly where to find the words you're looking for on a given page.
Read MoreGoogle decided having two apps called Meet was a good idea
Google is merging Meet features into its Duo video calling app, but the old app isn't going anywhere.
Read MoreGoogle is making it easier to find and support Asian-owned businesses
An "Asian-owned" label can now be displayed on Maps and Search.
Read MoreThe Morning After: No, Google isn’t shutting down Stadia
No, Google isn't shutting Stadia down, Free AI tool restores old photos by creating slightly new loved ones, Samsung's 'Repair Mode ' keeps your data hidden from technicians.
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Laptops (2)
ASUS' Zenbook 17 Fold OLED laptop will start at $3,500
The all-screen foldable tablet PC will be available by the end of the year.
Read MoreAcer's first Chromebook Vero is built to be repaired and recycled
Acer has unveiled the first Chromebook in its eco-friendly Vero line, and it's built from the start to be repaired and recycled.
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Meta (19)
Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp could soon have exclusive features for those willing to pay
Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp could soon have specialized features available only to users willing to pay for them.
Read MoreMeta is shutting down the standalone Facebook Gaming app
It will only be available until October.
Read MoreFacebook now supports NFTs
Users can post digital collectibles they own on Instagram as well.
Read MoreMeta’s next VR headset is coming in October
It's most likely the Project Cambria device, which could cost more than $1,000.
Read MoreMeta will create a customer service division to help people who have lost their accounts
Meta is finally addressing a problem that's long vexed users: its lack of customer support.
Read MoreMeta says it mistakenly restricted a Planned Parenthood post about abortion pills
Facebook parent company Meta says it by mistake recently removed a Planned Parenthood of Michigan post that included information on where to obtain abortion medication.
Read MoreMeta accounts and Horizon profiles arrive today, freeing Quest headsets from Facebook
Meta accounts have arrived
Read MoreMark Zuckerberg promises ‘major updates’ to Horizon avatars after his is widely mocked
Mark Zuckerberg says that Meta has "major updates" planned for its VR graphics after previously sharing an image of his own VR avatar that was widely mocked.
Read MoreDozens of Facebook contractors lost their jobs after an algorithm reportedly chose them 'at random'
A contracting firm hired by Meta recently told dozens of its workers that their work for Facebook "was soon being taken away," according to a new report from Insider.
Read MoreMeta's anti-misinformation strategy for the 2022 midterms is mostly a repeat of 2020
Meta has outlined its anti-misinformation efforts for the 2022 US midterms, and they mostly echo the approach to 2020.
Read MoreDoorDash is now delivering purchases from Facebook Marketplace
DoorDash is now delivering Facebook Marketplace purchases within two days.
Read MoreFacebook and Instagram apps can track users via their in-app browsers
If you visit a website you see on Facebook and Instagram, you're not redirected to your browser of choice but rather a custom in-app browser.
Read MoreMeta starts testing default end-to-end encryption on Messenger
The company is also trialing a secure storage feature that backs up encrypted chat history.
Read MoreFacebook still has trouble removing white supremacists, study says
A study has revealed that Facebook has continued problems booting white supremacists off its platform.
Read MoreDuet Display's second screen app is now available for Meta Portal devices
Meta has made its Portal smart displays more useful to remote workers.
Read MoreMeta unleashes BlenderBot 3 upon the internet, its most competent chat AI to date
On Friday, Meta's AI Research division will see if its latest iteration of Blenderbot AI can stand up to the horrors of the interwebs with the public demo release of its 175 billion-parameter, Blenderbot 3.
Read MoreInstagram is expanding NFT features to more than 100 countries
The app started a public test of NFTs in feed posts, messages and Stories in May.
Read MoreMeta faces lawsuit for allegedly collecting patient health data without consent
Meta is the target of two lawsuits accusing it of violating patient privacy by sending medical data to Facebook.
Read MoreSheryl Sandberg officially steps down as COO of Meta
Javier Olivan has replaced Sandberg as COO as of August 1st.
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Microsoft (4)
The Morning After: Uber receipts are crashing Microsoft Outlook
Samsung and iFixit now offer self-repair parts and tools for Galaxy devices, Amazon offers same-day Prime delivery for select retail chains, Uber receipts are crashing Microsoft Outlook.
Read MoreUber receipts are crashing Microsoft Outlook
A Microsoft Outlook glitch is crashing the email app whenever you open an Uber receipt.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Did Microsoft just neg Activision Blizzard?
Microsoft negs Activision Blizzard to push through $68.7 billion acquisition, Apple's App Store homepage will soon feature ads, Spotify's latest fancy feature for Premium users is a play button.
Read MoreMicrosoft negs Activision Blizzard to push through $68.7 billion acquisition
Microsoft is taking an interesting approach to secure regulatory approval for its acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
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Mobile (4)
Apple TV+ is here to stay on T-Mobile's Magenta Max plan
Magenta subscribers can use the streaming platform for six months at no extra cost too.
Read MoreT-Mobile says subscribers will be able to connect to Starlink's second-gen satellites for coverage
The team-up promises the end of mobile deadzones.
Read MoreInaccurate maps are delaying the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s broadband funding
Nearly nine months after Congress passed President Biden's $1 trillion infrastructure bill, the federal government has yet to allocate any of the $42.5 billion in funding the legislation set aside for expanding broadband service in underserved communities.
Read MoreAT&T is using amphibious vehicles, drones and more to restore its network during disasters
AT&T's NDR (Network Disaster Response) team is devoted to recovering its network for customers and first responders during massive disasters.
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News (19)
Crypto.com refunded someone $7.2 million by mistake
It took the company seven months to even notice the error and now it wants the money back.
Read MoreStarlink will deploy satellite broadband on Royal Caribbean cruise liners
Cruise ship giant Royal Caribbean has announced that it will equip its fleet with SpaceX's Starlink broadband satellite internet service.
Read MoreSony's new premium 3.1-channel Dolby Atmos soundbar costs $700
The HT-A3000 has much of the same tech as its larger, more expensive siblings.
Read MoreFederally funded studies must be freely accessible to the public, White House says
Because hey, you're paying for it.
Read MoreDJI's Avata is a cinewhoop-style FPV drone
It was made to be paired with the new DJI Goggles 2 video headset.
Read MoreEngadget is looking for contributing writers in the US
If you love technology as much as we do and have writing chops to boot, we want to hear from you. Engadget is looking for freelance news writers in the US! Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume and links to three writing samples to jobs at engadget dot com.
Read MorePresident Biden signs Inflation Reduction Act to limit climate change
President Joe Biden has signed the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.
Read MorePeloton may open its workout content to competing bikes and treadmills
Peloton may soon allow users of competing fitness equipment to stream its workouts to their bikes and treadmills.
Read MorePeloton is jacking up prices of its Bike+ and Tread fitness gear again
The company is also cutting another 784 jobs and has plans to shut stores.
Read MoreThe man who built his own ISP to avoid huge fees is expanding his service
A Michigan is expanding his fiber internet service from about 70 customers to nearly 600 thanks to funding aimed at expanding access to broadband internet.
Read MoreBoeing delivers its first 787 Dreamliner after pausing for over a year
Boeing has handed over its first 787 Dreamliner in over a year after dealing with multiple manufacturing flaws.
Read MoreSenate passes sweeping climate-focused Inflation Reduction Act
After more than a year of infighting, President Joe Biden's climate agenda has cleared a significant hurdle.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How much that insurance monitoring discount might really be costing you
Yes, AI/ML systems are better at certain tasks than humans -- but, technically, so are horses. That's no reason to fear robots, argues Gerd Gigerenzer in his new book, How to Stay Smart in a Smart World.
Read MoreUS Attorneys General will take legal action against telecom providers enabling robocalls
They're forming the Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force.
Read MoreCollege textbook maker Pearson eyes NFTs to claim a cut of second-hand sales
Apparently, a $300 required textbook isn't enough of a grift.
Read MoreNew York regulators slap Robinhood's crypto business with $30 million fine
Robinhood allegedly violated New York's bank secrecy and anti-money laundering regulations.
Read MoreSEC charges 11 people over 'textbook' $300 million crypto Ponzi scheme
Smart contract platform Forsage is actually just a regular ol' pyramid scheme, according to the agency.
Read MoreReport: The US organ transplant network is failing desperate patients
The US network used to get donated kidneys, livers and hearts to desperate patients has serious issues and "needs to be vastly restructured."
Read MoreJudge refuses to remove Visa from Pornhub case on child porn
Judge refuses to dismiss Visa from Pornhub case on child porn.
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Nintendo (10)
Nintendo’s Dragalia Lost mobile RPG goes offline on November 30th
The company has been winding down its mobile RPG since March.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Celebrating 30 years of ‘Mario Kart’
US theaters will sell $3 movie tickets on September 3rd, Netflix with ads could cost between $7 and $9 per month, You can bend Corsair's new OLED gaming monitor into a curved display.
Read More‘Mario Kart’ is 30 years old, if you can believe that
Want to feel old? Mario Kart is turning 30. Engadget editors look back on their favorite memories of the franchise.
Read MoreNintendo is reportedly investigating claims of sexual misconduct
Nintendo's president reportedly said the company is investigating allegations of sexual misconduct.
Read MoreNew report details sexual harassment and gender discrimination at Nintendo of America
'Kotaku' talked to contractors who revealed what female game testers have had to deal with.
Read MoreLife is Strange remaster collection for the Switch arrives on September 27th
Following an eleventh-hour delay earlier this year, the Nintendo Switch version of Life is Strange: Remastered Collection will arrive on September 27th.
Read MoreNintendo will dedicate a 30-minute Direct stream to 'Splatoon 3'
The event happens on August 10 at 9AM ET.
Read More‘GoldenEye 007’ fans are creating a full game mod based on ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’
It's even possible to play the campaign on Nintendo 64.
Read MoreWatch the Pokémon Presents stream at 9AM ET for updates on 'Pokémon Scarlet,' 'Violet' and more
The latest Pokémon Presents is livestreaming at 9AM ET today, promising updates on Pokémon apps and games including Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet.
Read MoreNintendo’s Switch sales drop as it contends with chip shortage
Nintendo's Switch sales fell significantly last quarter, dropping to 3.43 million units compared to 4.45 million during the same period last year.
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PC Gaming (9)
Valve has now certified 5,000 games as Steam Deck compatible
That's less than 10 percent of all the games on Steam but still more than you can probably play in a lifetime.
Read MoreWhat we bought: An NVIDIA RTX 3070, two years late
It only took about two years, but I finally bought an NVIDIA RTX 3070 last month.
Read MoreUbisoft’s Rocksmith+ guitar learning service arrives on PC next week
Following a nearly year-long delay, Rocksmith+ will arrive on PC exclusively through the Ubisoft Store on September 6th.
Read More'Dark Souls 3' PC servers are finally back online, seven months later
Fixing a long-standing security issue may have proven as tough as beating a FromSoftware game.
Read MoreHelicopters and gliders are coming to ''Microsoft Flight Simulator' on November 11th
They're returning to the series for the first time since 2006.
Read More'Death Stranding' is coming to PC Game Pass on August 23rd
The original game will be available to subscribers for free.
Read MoreNexus Mods bans 'Spider-Man Remastered' patch that replaced in-game Pride flags
Nexus Mods admin vows to take action against modifications seeking to remove inclusivity and diversity in games.
Read MoreGeForce Now boosts Chrome streaming to 120fps and 1440p
NVIDIA is adding a new perk to GeForce Now's most expensive tier.
Read MoreSteam is finally adding support for Nintendo Joy-Con controllers
Five years after the Nintendo Switch's release, Valve is finally adding Steam support for the console's controllers.
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PlayStation (9)
Sony has cut the PS5's weight after raising its price
Sony has started to sell a new PlayStation 5 model that may not necessarily improve performance, but will be lighter and possibly easier to produce.
Read MoreSony launches 'PlayStation Studios Mobile' with Savage Game acquisition
Sony is making a push into mobile gaming with the launch of "PlayStation Studios Mobile" and acquisition of Savage Game Studio.
Read More'The Last of Us Part I' accessibility options include DualSense haptic feedback for dialogue
The idea is to help deaf players 'feel the way a line is delivered.'
Read MoreSony raises PlayStation 5 pricing across the globe, but not in the US
The company cited 'challenging economic conditions' for the price hike.
Read MoreSony has a new PS5 controller, the DualSense Edge
Sony is leveling up its PlayStation 5 gamepads with the DualSense Edge. The Edge features five customizable profiles, upgraded guts and new function buttons.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Sony is making more movies based on PlayStation IP
Sony pushes to make even more movies from its PlayStation IP, James Webb telescope captures Jupiter's auroras in gorgeous detail, Elon Musk subpoenas Jack Dorsey.
Read MoreSony confirms PS VR2 is coming to market 'in early 2023'
Sony took to social media on Monday to announce that Playstation's next iteration of the console-based virtual reality headset will arrive in "early 2023."
Read MorePlayStation PC launcher references found in 'Marvel's Spider-Man: Remastered' code
Like Blizzard, Rockstar and Ubisoft, Sony may soon require you to download a launcher before you can play its games on PC.
Read MoreSony is retiring the PlayStation 5's Accolades feature because people aren't nice
Sony plans to remove a software feature many PlayStation 5 users may not know even exists.
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Reviews (31)
'The Last of Us Part I' is a gorgeous, faithful, expensive remake
The Last of Us Part I is a complete rebuild of the game (and its excellent two-ish hour DLC Left Behind), but it's a bit of a different beast than remakes like Resident Evil 2 and Final Fantasy VII. It's a massive visual upgrade over the original, and there are numerous other significant improvements — but the experience of playing the game itself will be extremely familiar to anyone who has experienced The Last of Us on the PS3 or PS4.
Read MoreThe Morning After: An early look at Logitech’s new gaming handheld
Plus: The PS5 gets smaller, Twitter's failed OnlyFans clone and the M74 Galaxy.
Read MoreArturia's Dist Coldfire might be the only distortion plugin you need
Arturia threw everything and the kitchen sink in Coldfire, its one-stop dirt shop.
Read MoreWhat we bought: Cuisinart’s ice cream maker wasn’t my first choice
Cuisinart's ICE-30BCP1 ice cream maker didn't impress upon first use, but it has helped me make numerous batches of soft, delicious ice cream at home.
Read MoreGalaxy Buds 2 Pro review: Big sound in a tiny package
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are Samsung's best earbuds yet, thanks to a huge improvement to sound quality, better noise cancellation and a host of handy features.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on Samsung's Galaxy Watch 5 Pro and Watch 5
The first fully hydrogen-powered passenger train service is now running in Germany, Duolingo is expanding into math lessons and brain training, Helicopters and gliders are coming to 'Microsoft Flight Simulator' on November 11th.
Read MoreGalaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro review: The best Android watch gets a modest update
The Galaxy Watch 5 isn't a huge upgrade, but thanks to capable health and activity tracking features and an easy-to-use interface, Samsung's latest remains the best Android smartwatch around.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4
Whistleblower accuses Twitter of being 'grossly negligent' towards security, Sony reveals a new PS5 controller, Meta accounts arrive today, freeing Quest headsets from Facebook.
Read MoreHyperX Armada 25 hands-on: No stand, no problem
For its new line of Armada gaming monitors, HyperX is going all-in on ergonomic arms by bundling one in the box instead of a typical monitor stand.
Read MoreGalaxy Z Flip 4 review: The foldable phone I’ve been waiting for
The Galaxy Z Flip 4 is only slightly improved over its predecessor, but it's arguably the most fun phone around. You'll just need to accept its relatively short battery life.
Read MoreSennheiser Momentum 4 review: Stellar sound, insane battery life
Sennheiser's Momentum 4 headphones offer great sound alongside improved noise cancellation and jaw-dropping 60-hour battery life.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 review: A flagship foldable refined
While it's still a bit bulk and rather pricey starting at $1,800, new refinements and tweaks on Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 4 have helped it retain its title as the foldable phone to beat.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How can privacy survive in a world that never forgets?
In his new book, Machines Behaving Badly: The Morality of AI, world-leading AI researcher, Dr. Toby Walsh, explores the duality of potential that artificial intelligence/machine learning systems offer.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Our reviews of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro
Our hosts are joined by the Washington Post's Chris Velazco to discuss their thoughts on Samsung's latest foldables and wearables after having spent close to a week with them.
Read MoreMotorola Edge hands-on: A return to (mid-range) form?
Featuring a big 6.6-inch OLED screen with a 144Hz refresh rate and a huge upgrade for software support for just $500, it appears like Motorola may finally be responding to customer feed back with the new 2022 Edge.
Read MoreArchetype: Rabea is an all-in-one virtual guitar rig that’s also a synth
Neural DSP built its first guitar synth for Archetype: Rabea and basically nailed it.
Read MoreWhat we bought: Anker's MagSafe battery pack charges and pulls double duty as a phone stand
The Anker 622 is a MagSafe-compatible battery pack that also has a kickstand.
Read MoreSamsung's 55-inch Odyssey Ark: Taking gaming monitors to a whole new dimension
Boasting a 55-inch mini LED panel with a 165HZ refresh rate and 1ms response time, Samsung's new Odyssey Ark is bringing gaming monitors into uncharted territory.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Digging into Samsung's foldables and wearables with Mr Mobile
This week, Cherlynn is joined by guest co-host Sam Rutherford and special guest Michael Fisher (aka The Mr Mobile) to talk about all the things Samsung launched at its Unpacked event this week.
Read MoreThe Morning After: First impressions of Samsung's newest foldable phones
Samsung unveils the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 foldables, FCC rejects Starlink request for nearly $900 million in broadband subsidies, US Justice Department is reportedly poised to sue Google over its digital ad dominance.
Read MoreSamsung’s Galaxy Watch 5 series offers evolution, not revolution
Come for the hardware, stay for the suite of data features and coaching.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 hands-on: A design that works
Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 4 isn't a major departure from what last year's Z Flip 3 offered. However, the company has focused on making the most of the Flip series' unique form factor.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 hands-on: It's what you don't see that makes the difference
Android 12L, improved cameras and greater durability are the biggest changes Samsung is bringing to the Z Fold 4.
Read MoreGalaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro hands-on: Barely-there updates (and one new design)
Our hands-on impressions of Samsung's new Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro.
Read MoreWhat we bought: How DeWalt's 20V Max cordless drill became my most versatile home-reno tool
I bought the DCD771C2 20V max cordless drill from DeWalt. Let me tell you a bit about it.
Read MoreWhat we bought: This LED desk lamp gave me the best lighting for video calls
Lume Cube's Edge Light illuminates my desk and my face, and can charge my phone while doing so.
Read MoreSamsung’s Z Fold 3 durability one year in: Tougher than you might think, but with one big caveat
Samsung has made a lot of improvements to the durability of its foldable phones, but one big issue remains. So here's a report of how a Galaxy Z Fold 3 is holding in the real world one year later.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Why is the OnePlus 10T so odd?
This week, Cherlynn and Devindra cover the week in Apple's newest products, as well as dispatches from deep space.
Read MoreCanon EOS R7 review: A strong start for RF-mount crop sensor cameras
Today's review is all about the higher-end $1,500, 32-megapixel EOS R7.
Read MoreOnePlus 10T review: Speed above all
Featuring a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip, a new OLED screen with an adaptive refresh rate and incredibly speedy charging, the OnePlus 10T is one of the fastest Android phones for the money.
Read MoreSolo Stove's Fire Pit 2.0 fixes the original's biggest flaw
The Solo Stove's Fire Pit 2.0 removable base plate and ash pan takes the dread out of cleanup.
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Robotics (4)
After 25 years, we still don't see bicycle kicks at the RoboCup
Nearly halfway to its 2050 goal of fielding a World-Cup caliber robotic soccer team, the 25th anniversary of RoboCup shows how far the technology has come, and how far it still has to run.
Read MoreThe Morning After: A humanoid robot and a foldable phone from the same company
Xiaomi reveals a foldable phone and its first humanoid robot, The man who built his own ISP to avoid huge fees is expanding his service, Motorola's Razr is back again, with a flagship processor.
Read MoreXiaomi beats Tesla to building a working robot
Xiaomi unveiled a working humanoid robot prototype dubbed CyberOne.
Read MoreCrab-inspired artificial vision system works on land and underwater
It could lead to the development of amphibious systems with unconventional applications.
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Samsung (10)
Samsung’s first QD-OLED gaming monitor arrives later this year
At IFA Berlin, Samsung announced its first QD-OLED monitor.
Read MoreSamsung debuts the 990 Pro Series SSD with big speed and efficiency improvements
The company says it almost hits the fastest possible speeds for the PCIe 4.0 interface.
Read MoreSamsung's new Odyssey monitors have its Gaming Hub and Smart Platform built in
You won't need a console or PC to stream games from the likes of Xbox Cloud Gaming and Stadia.
Read MoreSamsung heir Jay Y.Lee gets a presidential pardon
The South Korean president pardoned Lee so that he could help the country overcome the economic crisis.
Read MoreHere’s everything Samsung announced at its August Unpacked event
Let Engadget take you through everything Samsung announced at its latest Unpacked event.
Read MoreWatch Samsung Unpacked 2022 with us at 8:30AM ET
We'll get things underway with a pre-show before the event starts at 9AM.
Read MoreSamsung rolls out Android 13-based One UI 5 beta on Galaxy S22 smartphones
Samsung has launched its Android 13-flavored One UI 5 OS in beta for Galaxy S22 smartphones, the company announced.
Read MoreThe Morning After: What to expect from Samsung’s Unpacked event
Instagram is expanding NFT features to more than 100 countries, Paramount+ hits 43 million subscribers, Something is making the Earth spin faster and days shorter.
Read MoreWhat to expect from Samsung's August 10th Unpacked event
Samsung is holding a major Unpacked event on August 10th — here's what to expect, including new smartwatches and foldable phones.
Read MoreSamsung and iFixit now offer self-repair parts and tools for Galaxy devices
Samsung and iFixit have finally launched a promised self-repair program for Galaxy phones and tablets.
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Science (7)
Hitting the Books: How hurricanes work
In his new book, Looking Up: The True Adventures of a Storm-Chasing Weather Nerd, Matthew Cappucci mixes anecdotes from his meteorological career with explanatory science to share with readers his passion for the weather.
Read MoreAnthony Fauci's enduring impact on the AIDS crisis
With the news that Dr Anthony Fauci will leave his role as Director of the NIAID in December, we take a look at his tireless work in the HIV/AIDS crisis, America's other pandemic.
Read MoreElon Musk's Neuralink will show brain implant progress at a Halloween show-and-tell
Neuralink will show off its progress in brain implant tech at a Halloween event.
Read MoreScientists may have found an affordable way to destroy forever chemicals
A team of scientists may have found a safe and affordable way to destroy "forever chemicals."
Read MoreElon Musk is reportedly considering investment in Neuralink's rival brain chip company
The multi-company executive approached Synchron with a deal, 'Reuters' says.
Read MoreSomething is making the Earth spin faster and our days shorter
A negative leap second may be needed to correct clocks, but Meta believes that could be 'devastating.'
Read MoreScientists revived organ cells in dead pigs
Scientists have successfully revived cells in some organs for dead pigs, raising hope for longer-lasting transplants.
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Smartphones (7)
Android 13 is rolling out to Pixel phones today
Android 13 is coming out of beta and will start rolling out to Pixels today, and it brings a few helpful new tools.
Read MoreXiaomi's second foldable phone is only 5.4mm thick in tablet mode
Xiaomi's Mix Fold 2 is only 5.4mm thick, and it also has a Leica camera.
Read MoreMoto's Razr 2022 foldable gets the flagship processor it deserves
Motorola's last Razr was a nifty folding smartphone and $1,500 fashion statement, but the weak hardware kept it from flagship greatness.
Read MoreSamsung's more refined Galaxy Z Fold 4 goes on sale August 26th starting at $1,800
While Samsung isn't changing a ton with the new Galaxy Z Fold 4, new improvements include upgrades cameras, a faster Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip, a revamped Task Bar and a slightly sleeker and more one-hand friendly design.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Z Flip 4 lets you do more while it's closed
Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Z Flip 4, and the upgrades extend beyond speed and battery life.
Read MoreOtterBox now offers $150 toward iPhone screen replacements
OtterBox is trying to differentiate itself from its rivals by offering up to $150 toward the repair of your iPhone screen if it breaks while using select screen protectors.
Read MoreiOS 16 beta brings back the battery percentage icon
For the first time since Apple removed the icon in 2017 to accommodate the iPhone X's notch, it's possible to see exactly how much battery your iPhone has left without pulling down the Control Center shade.
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Social Media (36)
Snap reportedly plans to lay off around a fifth of its employees (update)
The company has been struggling this year, with its share price nosediving by 80 percent.
Read MoreInstagram's new test lets you mute specific words from suggested posts
The app is testing a new option that will allow users to use keywords and emoji to mute certain topics from appearing in suggested posts.
Read MoreElon Musk is trying to stall his Twitter trial by a month
Elon Musk's lawyers today filed a motion to delay his trial against Twitter by a month, arguing they need more time to process information from whistleblower Peiter Zatko, the former head of security at Twitter. Musk's legal team is attempting to amend its counterclaims against Twitter.
Read MoreTwitter planned to build an OnlyFans clone, but CSAM issues reportedly derailed the plan
Employees claimed the company isn't doing enough to tackle harmful sexual content, according to The Verge.
Read MoreTwitter Circle is launching for your hottest takes and most unpopular opinions
Twitter's feature for tweeting to close friends only is now available to all its users.
Read MoreElon Musk has a backup plan to kill his Twitter takeover
Elon Musk is making another attempt to kill his Twitter acquisition by citing whistleblower Peiter Zatko, Twitter's former head of security.
Read MoreElon Musk subpoenas Twitter whistleblower
His lawyers demanded details on how spam affects Twitter's business, among other things.
Read MoreSnapchat brings 'Dual Camera' recording to in-app camera
Snapchat is launching the "Dual Camera" recording feature it previewed during its Partner Summit earlier this year.
Read MoreCourt grants Elon Musk access to a small but important set of Twitter data
But she rejected Musk's request to an 'absurdly broad' amount of information in Twitter's lawsuit against him.
Read MoreTwitter is testing podcasts as part of a redesigned Spaces tab
It is currently testing the feature with a limited group of English language users.
Read MoreInstagram will limit sensitive content for new teen users by default
Existing users under the age of 16 years old will be asked to shift to the most restrictive content setting.
Read MoreFacebook fixed a bug that only showed random posts to celebrities in people's feeds
The social network said the issue was caused by a 'configuration change.'
Read MoreTwitter shakes up its health team following whistleblower claims
Parag Agrawal also sent an email to employees defending Twitter.
Read MoreTwitter whistleblower claims company’s practices pose national security risk
Twitter's former security chief has raised serious questions not just about the company's security practices, but the potential for foreign governments and entities to influence the company.
Read MoreInstagram's next feature might be a copy of BeReal
Instagram appears to be testing a new feature called Candid Challenges, which bears a striking resemblance to BeReal, a photo sharing app popular among Gen Z.
Read MoreElon Musk subpoenas Jack Dorsey amid Twitter legal fight
Lawyers representing Elon Musk in his battle with Twitter have subpoenaed former CEO Jack Dorsey.
Read MoreFollowing Mar-a-Lago raid, lawmakers want information from platforms on threats against law enforcement
Lawmakers sent letters to Meta, Truth Social, Gab and other platforms.
Read MoreInstagram is fixing an audio bug that happened when users exported their Reels
Users were unable to download their Reels without losing audio.
Read MoreTikTok's Elections Center returns to fight misinformation ahead of the midterms
TikTok is the latest social platform to preview its strategy for fighting election misinformation ahead of the November midterms.
Read MoreAnyone can now cross-post Reels from Instagram to Facebook
Meta is trying to make it easier for people to create and share Reels on Facebook.
Read MoreOracle is reviewing TikTok's algorithms and content moderation systems
The aim of the reviews is to ensure the 'models have not been manipulated in any way.'
Read MoreNGO says Facebook failed to detect misinformation in Brazilian election ads
Less than two months before Brazil's 2022 election, a report from international NGO Global Witness found Facebook parent company Meta "appallingly" failed to detect false political ads.
Read MoreSnapchat+ subscribers now have a better chance of getting noticed by celebrities
Snapchat+ has added multiple features as part of a summer drop, including priority replies to celebrity accounts.
Read MoreTikTok adds an AI image generator, but it's no DALL-E
TikTok now has an AI text-to-image generator — not that DALL-E's creators need to be worried.
Read MoreTwitter will fight misinformation in US midterms with notification changes
Twitter is reactivating its election integrity policy ahead of the 2022 US midterms, and it's upgrading its anti-misinformation features in the process.
Read MoreA fifth of US teens use YouTube 'almost constantly,' with TikTok not far behind
A Pew survey suggested Instagram and Snapchat adoption rose, but Facebook and Twitter are less popular among teens than in 2015.
Read MoreWhatsApp's latest privacy features include the ability to hide your online status
WhatsApp just introduced several important privacy features including online status blocking that it showed in beta last month.
Read MoreSnapchat Family Center shows parents their children's friends list
Parents can now see who their teens have been talking to on Snapchat.
Read MoreElon Musk challenges Twitter CEO to a ‘public debate’ on fake accounts
Elon Musk has challenged Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal to a public debate about the percentage of bots on its platform.
Read MoreInstagram will test extra-tall photos to go along with Reels
Instagram will soon allow users to post 9:16 photos to their feed as part of a test the company plans to undertake "in a week or two."
Read MoreElon Musk accuses Twitter of fraud for hiding real number of fake accounts
Twitter said his claims are 'factually inaccurate, legally insufficient and commercially irrelevant.'
Read MoreFacebook Live Shopping is coming to an end in favor of Reels
Meta is asking merchants to tout their products on Reels.
Read MoreTwitter hopes to revive Spaces with themed stations and daily digests
Twitter is revamping Spaces, but the audio chatroom bubble might have already burst.
Read MoreYou can now buy Ticketmaster tickets on TikTok
Some artists, venues and promoters can add event links to their videos.
Read MoreHere's what embedded tweets could look like after they're edited
Researcher Jane Manchun Wong went under the hood to get a preview.
Read MoreTikTok might be working on a music service
TikTok has helped users discover both current and past musical artists, and now the company might be starting its own music streaming service.
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Space (19)
NASA schedules another Artemis 1 moon mission launch attempt on September 3rd
The agency scrubbed its planned launch on August 29th due to engine problems.
Read MoreWebb and Hubble telescopes join forces to capture multi-spectrum image of Phantom Galaxy
The JWST has dazzled since it began sending images back to Earth, but sometimes even the most advanced space telescope ever needs a little help from a friend.
Read MoreNASA's Artemis I launch scrubbed due to engine problems
Here's how to watch NASA's long-awaited Artemis 1 launch.
Read MoreJames Webb Space Telescope detects carbon dioxide in a distant planet's atmosphere
It's the first evidence of the gas on a planet outside of our solar system.
Read MoreJames Webb telescope captures surreal images of Jupiter's auroras
The James Webb telescope has captured photos of Jupiter that highlight the planet's ghostly auroras.
Read MoreNASA's Nicole Aunapu Mann will be the first Native American woman to visit space
NASA has revealed that Nicole Aunapu Mann will be the first Native American woman to visit space when she travels to the ISS in September.
Read MoreISS spacewalk interrupted by suit malfunction
A Russian cosmonaut was briefly forced to interrupt a spacewalk after his suit encountered problems.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Russia teases its own space station ahead of leaving the ISS
Android 13 is rolling out to some phones today, Russia teases its own space station as it gets ready to leave the ISS, TikTok adds an AI image generator to its app.
Read MoreRussia previews its post-ISS space station
Russia has offered a peek at its post-ISS space station, but it only exists as a model so far.
Read MoreSpaceX's reusable Falcon Heavy rocket can now carry US spy satellites into orbit
SpaceX now has clearance to launch top secret US satellites using Falcon Heavy rockets with reusable boosters.
Read MoreSpaceX successfully completes static fire test of Starship's Super Heavy booster
It's one step closer to Starship's first orbital flight test.
Read MorePhysicist trolls James Webb Space Telescope fans with a photo of a chorizo sausage
The James Webb Space Telescope was recently the subject of a not-so-charming prank.
Read MoreFCC votes to boost manufacturing in space
The FCC has voted to support in-space manufacturing — this could help produce satellites and stations in orbit.
Read MoreNASA reportedly had contingency plans for Russia's ISS exit last year
Those plans include ways to pull out astronauts from the ISS and to deorbit the station years earlier than planned.
Read MoreNASA develops ingenious solution to fix its troubled ‘Lucy’ asteroid explorer
Last year, NASA launched the Lucy spacecraft designed to explore the Trojan asteroids trapped near Jupiter's Lagrange points -- but there was a problem.
Read MoreVirgin Galactic postpones space tourism flights again
Virgin Galactic has announced that its commercial space tourism service has been delayed yet again, from the end of this year until Q2 2023.
Read MoreNASA says retired astronauts must act as sherpas on private flights to the ISS
The new policy aims to increase passenger safety on commercial space flights.
Read MoreShaun the Sheep will join NASA’s Artemis 1 flight to the Moon
Shaun the Sheep is about to go where no sheep has gone before.
Read MoreJames Webb Space Telescope depicts Cartwheel Galaxy in stunning detail
NASA says the observatory has shed more light on star formation within the galaxy.
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Streaming (38)
You can finally watch Showtime in the Paramount+ app
The marriage of Paramount+ and Showtime's streaming offerings is finally complete.
Read MoreNetflix secures global streaming rights to 'Berserk,' 'Parasyte,' 'Monster' and other classic anime
Netflix has secured non-exclusive streaming rights to a handful of classic anime titles.
Read MoreNetflix with ads could cost between $7 and $9 per month
Netflix's forthcoming ad-supported tier could represent a significant discount on the company's existing plans.
Read MoreDisney+ buys a documentary about the ‘Wagatha Christie’ saga
A notorious British defamation trial hinged on a couple of Instagram Stories and a single tweet will form the basis of Disney+'s new three-part documentary series.
Read MoreSiriusXM bundles Stitcher Premium into its Platinum plan
The move comes two years after SiriusXM bought Stitcher.
Read MoreNPR's podcast catalog comes to YouTube
Google is partnering with National Public Radio to bring the broadcaster's podcasts to YouTube.
Read MoreYouTube TV could soon get a 'Mosaic Mode' for watching multiple livestreams simultaneously
Google's YouTube TV service could soon become more conducive to watching sports.
Read MoreHBO Max cancels an animated Batman series from J.J. Abrams
The team behind 'Batman: Caped Crusader' will try to find another home for it.
Read MoreMoviePass will return on September 5th with plans starting at around $10 per month
A waitlist for the beta will open this Thursday.
Read MoreYouTube kicks off its podcast push with an Explore page
YouTube has launched an Explore page for podcasts that hints at ambitions to challenge Apple and Spotify.
Read MoreNetflix’s ad-supported tier might not play commercials during new movies
Netflix's forthcoming ad-supported tier could include programming without commercials.
Read More'Jurassic World Dominion' heads to Peacock on September 2nd
Jurassic World Dominion will begin streaming on September 2nd.
Read More‘Running with the Devil’ offers an unpleasant glimpse at the ‘real’ John McAfee
The film covers the last decade or so of McAfee's life, from his flight from Belize to his decline
Read MoreHBO Max has yanked 200 episodes of 'Sesame Street'
It'd take Count von Count quite a while to tally up all the content Warner Bros. Discovery has removed.
Read MoreParamount+ will stream the UEFA Champions League until 2030
Maybe Manchester City will finally win the trophy by then.
Read MoreDiscovery+ is the new home for CNN originals following CNN+ shutdown
Discovery+ now has a hub for CNN originals — the ones you were supposed to be watching on CNN+ before it collapsed.
Read MoreYousician's Metallica guitar course can help unleash your inner Eddie Munson
A hands-on demo of the Yousician app and its new course featuring Metallica.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Streaming overtakes cable TV for the first time
Dodge says its all-electric Charger concept is as loud as gas-powered muscle cars, GeForce Now boosts Chrome streaming to 120fps and 1440p, HBO Max is offering a 30 percent discount on its annual plans.
Read MoreYouTube begins watermarking shared Shorts videos
The Google-owned website will start by adding watermarks to Shorts created on desktop.
Read MoreHBO Max is removing 36 shows ahead of Discovery+ merger
HBO Max is pulling 36 shows ahead of its union with Discovery+, and creators aren't pleased.
Read MoreApple Podcasts' new charts help you find the top paid shows
Apple now has charts for the top subscription podcasts — you might find more shows worth your money.
Read MoreStreaming viewership surpasses cable TV for the first time in the US
Viewership of streaming TV overtook cable for the first time in July — it's no longer the underdog.
Read MoreNetflix with ads might not come with offline viewing
The tier's subscribers won't have access to the download function, the Netflix app's code suggests.
Read MoreSpotify's latest test nudges users to react to playlists with a voice clip
The recording will be posted as a podcast episode.
Read MoreWalmart+ members will soon get Paramount+ streaming as part of their subscription
Walmart's membership program now has an answer to Amazon Prime Video.
Read MoreHBO and HBO Max are reportedly laying off 70 production staffers
The streaming service's reality and kids programming teams have been downsized.
Read MoreYouTube is reportedly planning to launch a 'channel store' for streaming services
And it could be available as soon as this fall.
Read MoreDisney+ ad-free streaming price increases to $11 per month in December
Disney+ is raising the price of its ad-free service to $11 per month on December 8th.
Read MoreSpotify is selling tickets directly to fans in its latest test
It will start selling tickets to select artists' upcoming events today.
Read MoreLess than 1 percent of Netflix’s subscribers are playing its games
Netflix's entry into the gaming market is off to a slow start.
Read MoreNetflix to pay $42 million in dispute over screenwriter compensation
Arbitrators have told Netflix to pay $42 million to screenwriters who reportedly didn't get enough residual pay.
Read MoreYouTube testing 'pinch to zoom' feature for Premium users
YouTube has quietly introduced an experimental feature called pinch to zoom exclusively for Premium users.
Read MoreHBO Max and Discovery+ to combine into one streaming platform in 2023
Warner Bros. Discovery is planning some major changes for its media properties.
Read MoreKeanu Reeves to star in Hulu's adaptation of 'Devil in the White City'
Martin Scorcese and Leonard DiCaprio will be the executive producers of the limited series.
Read MoreParamount+ hits 43 million subscribers as streaming rivals struggle
Paramount+ is growing rapidly, even as major rivals like Netflix are struggling.
Read MoreYour favorite podcast might be making thousands for inviting guests
Podcast guests are frequently paying to appear on popular shows — as much as $50,000.
Read MoreParamount+ is coming to The Roku Channel
Users will have access to live NFL and UEFA games via CBS sports.
Read MoreNearly 600 more TV writers call for Netflix, Apple to detail abortion safety policies
Male industry figures are backing female, trans and non-binary colleagues in seeking answers from Hollywood studios.
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Tablets (1)
Amazon's 2022 Fire 7 tablet is 25 percent off for the first time
For the first time since Amazon released the Fire 7 earlier this year, the company has discounted the base model.
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TV & Movies (13)
US theaters will sell $3 movie tickets on September 3rd
As part of a newly announced National Cinema Day, more than 3,000 theaters across the US, including chains like AMC, will offer discounted $3 tickets.
Read MoreNetflix's 'BioShock' movie now has a director and a writer
Francis Lawrence, of 'I Am Legend' and Hunger Games fame, is taking the reins.
Read More'Umbrella Academy' creator Steve Blackman is adapting 'Horizon Zero Dawn' for Netflix
He confirmed the game's protagonist, Aloy, will be a main character in the series.
Read MoreGet ready for a movie based on the rise and fall of BlackBerry
It stars Jay Baruchel and Glenn Howerton, according to 'Variety.'
Read MoreAmazon releases new ‘Rings of Power’ trailer suspiciously close to ‘House of Dragons’ premiere
After nearly 10 million people watched the premiere of HBO's House of the Dragon, Amazon wants to remind you it too has a high-fantasy series that's coming out soon.
Read MoreSony is reportedly working on a 'Gravity Rush' movie with Ridley Scott's production team
At this rate, we can expect news of a Sackboy series any day now.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The first look at HBO’s live-action ‘The Last of Us’ adaptation
Search ads could arrive in Apple Maps as early as next year, Lincoln replaced the steering wheel with a 'chess piece controller' in its new concept car, Scientists may have found an affordable way to destroy forever chemicals.
Read MoreHBO shares first footage of 'The Last of Us' TV series
HBO has shared the first footage from its upcoming live-action adaptation of The Last of Us.
Read MoreSony is reportedly making a ‘Days Gone’ movie
Days Gone may never get a proper sequel, but its post-apocalyptic story could eventually make its way to theaters.
Read More‘Rogue One’ will return to IMAX theaters before the Disney+ debut of ‘Andor’
Ahead of Andor's debut on September 21st, Disney will bring Rogue One: A Star Wars Story back to theaters.
Read More‘Ring Nation’ is what happens when America's Funniest Home Videos meets Black Mirror
The 'surveillance TV, but make it funny' show will launch on September 26th.
Read More‘Sonic the Hedgehog 3’ will hit theaters in the 2024 holiday season
A Sonic-themed stage and skins are coming to 'Fall Guys' this week.
Read MoreBandai Namco is reportedly making a live-action Pac-Man movie
Bandai Namco is developing a live-action Pac-Man film
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Wearables (13)
Anker adds more affordable ANC earbuds and headphones to its Soundcore line
The Space Q45 headphones cost $150, while the A40 earbuds are $100.
Read MoreFitbit unveils Sense 2, Versa 4 and Inspire 3 in smartwatch and fitness tracker refresh
Fitbit offers major updates to its Sense and Versa lines, and gussies-up the Inspire for good measure.
Read MoreAdidas’ new solar headphones can also be charged by your bedroom light
The RPT-02 SOL wireless headphones also feature 80 hours of stored playtime.
Read MoreFDA greenlights over-the-counter hearing aids
The FDA has issued a rule clearing the way for over-the-counter hearing aids.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Buds 2 Pro offer improved audio and ANC for $230
Samsung's new, smaller noise-cancelling earbuds have more features to make them an even better sidekick for the company's phones.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Kim Kardashian is the face of Beats’ skin-colored earbuds
President Biden signs CHIPS Act to boost semiconductor production, Kim Kardashian is the face of Beat's skin-colored earbuds, Ford will reopen F-150 Lightning orders this week at a much higher starting price.
Read MoreUrbanista unveils ANC earbuds with a light-powered charging case
The company is using Powerfoyle solar cell material for its $149 Phoenix earphones.
Read MoreYamaha’s flagship noise-canceling wireless earbuds arrive in the US for $280
After launching earlier this summer, Yamaha's flagship TW-E7B true wireless earbuds are now available in the US.
Read MoreBeats and Kim Kardashian made a line of skin-colored Fit Pro earbuds
Kim Kardashian now has a special edition Beats Fit Pro in three skin colors.
Read MoreLG's T90 earbuds come with Dolby Head Tracking technology
The company has also introduced its first fitness-focused model for the product line.
Read MoreFitbit will end support for PC syncing this fall
Fitbit is discontinuing support for PC and Mac syncing.
Read MoreUK may use facial recognition smartwatches to monitor migrant criminals
Offenders would need to scan their faces up to five times per day, according to The Guardian.
Read MoreAsics’ 3D-printed sandal offers post-workout comfort
ASICS's new sandal is 3D-printed to encourage air to flow under your feet and keep your soles nice and cool.
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Xbox Game Pass family plan leak hints at support for account sharing among friends
Microsoft's forthcoming Xbox Game Pass Ultimate family plan could allow you to share the subscription with your friends.
Read More'Hades' leaves Game Pass on August 31st
One of the best games of 2020 is leaving Game Pass.
Read MoreMicrosoft helps game devs pull more performance from the Xbox Series S
A recent Microsoft kit lets games use more memory on the Xbox Series S, providing a major graphics boost.
Read MoreMicrosoft is testing a family plan for Xbox Game Pass
Folks in Ireland and Colombia can try it out now.
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