Wacom's Cintiq Pro 27 drawing display is its first with a 4K 120Hz screen
Wacom has unveiled one of its most advanced drawing tablets yet for creatives, the $3,500 Cintiq Pro 27.
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Logitech refreshes its range of Mac-specific MX keyboards and mice
Logitech unveils more Designed for Mac accessories, including Mac-specific versions of the MX Master 3S and Mx Mechanical Mini.
Read MoreAlienware's revamped QD-OLED gaming monitor is slimmer and cheaper
Alienware has introduced a new version of its QD-OLED gaming monitor with a sleeker design and a lower price.
Read MoreFreewrite Alpha is the cheapest smart typewriter Astrohaus has made yet
Astrohaus is unveiling a new device that they've been teasing for a few weeks now, the Freewrite Alpha word processor. The most important thing to know is that the Alpha will be priced at $349, or $249 if you purchase via the Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign that starts today. That's still not cheap, but it's half the price of the Freewrite Traveler while still offering the same core features as the other products in the lineup.
Read MoreSkullcandy's first gaming headsets in years include Tile tracking and a wireless model
Skullcandy has returned to gaming headsets after a long break, and its new models include perks like Tile tracking.
Read MoreDJI's Osmo Mobile 6 gimbal offers improved tracking and a new 'Quick Launch' feature
And it still works as a selfie stick.
Read MoreLogitech reveals a $100 Litra Beam key light for creators
Along with a new Blue Sona microphone, Litra Beam is available today.
Read MoreApogee Boom brings its DSP-powered plugins to a budget-friendly audio interface
It looks like most audio interfaces, but the Boom packs a DSP without the pro price-tag.
Read MoreLogitech's new Brio 500 webcams are made to be moved around
Logitech has unveiled the Brio 500 series webcams designed to fix things like "unflattering camera angles, poor lighting and field-of-view limitations."
Read MoreThe Sub Mini is a much smaller and cheaper way to add bass to your Sonos system
Sonos has long offered a wireless subwoofer as part of its home theater, a large and powerful product that also costs a whopping $749. For anyone with a smaller room, or a smaller budget, it was a bit of a stretch. Sonos is giving bass-lovers a new option today: the rumored Sub Mini is real — and at $429, it costs a lot less than its bigger sibling.
Read MoreLeica shows off its first 4K ultra-short-throw projector
Leica has just unveiled an ultra short throw (UST) projector called the Cine 1 that can beam an 80- or 100-inch image at just six inches from a wall
Read MoreRazer's second-gen Kishi controller is now available for iPhone
Like the Android version, the latest model for iOS costs $100.
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AI (11)
Watch Tesla's AI Day 2022 event at 9:15PM ET
Tesla is streaming its AI Day event live at 9:15PM ET — here's how to tune in.
Read MoreA Bruce Willis deepfake could appear in his stead for future film projects (updated)
Bruce Willis may have retired from acting following a diagnosis of aphasia, but a version of him will live on in future projects.
Read MoreAI is already better at lip reading than we are
Humans are have never been particularly adept at lip reading, but that hasn't stopped us from training AI to do it with nearly 100 percent accuracy.
Read MoreDALL-E's AI art generator is now (sort of) available to everyone
OpenAI's image generator, DALL-E, is available to everyone — you don't need to sit on a waiting list.
Read More'Overwatch 2' moderation tools include voice chat transcriptions and SMS verification
Overwatch 2's new mod system includes SMS verification, the removal of general chat from menus, and transcriptions for reported voice chat audio.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How Southeast Asia's largest bank uses AI to fight financial fraud
'Working with AI' by Thomas Davenport and Steven Miller is filled with case studies looking at commonplace human-AI collaboration and providing insight into the potential implications of these interactions.
Read MoreAn AI program voiced Darth Vader in ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ so James Earl Jones could finally retire
After 45 years of voicing one of the most iconic characters in cinema history, James Earl Jones has said goodbye to Darth Vader.
Read MoreNVIDIA's new AI model quickly generates objects and characters for virtual worlds
GET3D could make it easier for developers to make games and VR experiences.
Read MoreGetty Images bans AI-generated art over copyright concerns
Getty Images is banning AI-created stock photos over concerns they could lead to lawsuits and other copyright battles.
Read MoreFTC wants to protect gig workers from 'unfair or deceptive' algorithms
The FTC has outlined how it will tackle exploitation of gig workers, although there are gaps.
Read MoreNVIDIA reveals new US government rule restricting export of AI chips to China and Russia
In its SEC filing, NVIDIA said it could lose up to $400 million in potential sales for the third quarter.
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Amazon (31)
House, Senate Democrats ask FTC to fight Amazon's acquisition of iRobot (updated)
Senators and House members are calling on the FTC to oppose Amazon's buyout of iRobot.
Read MoreThe Morning After: You can write on Amazon’s newest Kindle
Apple pulls Russia's biggest social media network from the App Store, You can write with a stylus on Amazon's newest Kindle, Sony's PlayStation loyalty program debuts in the US on October 5th.
Read MoreAmazon boosts wages for hourly workers across the US
Amazon has announced that it's spending nearly $1 billion boosting wages for hourly workers in the US amid criticism of its labor practices and union battles.
Read MoreHere's everything Amazon announced at its fall hardware event
Here's everything Amazon announced at its recent fall hardware event.
Read MoreAmazon's first QLED Fire TVs offer better picture quality and an ambient mode
At its fall hardware event today, the company announced two new models with QLED panels.
Read MoreHere are the new features Amazon is adding to Alexa
At its annual Devices and Services Event, Amazon announced a number of new skills and features that will be added to its Alexa voice assistant.
Read MoreAmazon's new Fire TV Cube can control your cable box
Amazon's next Fire TV Cube is here with a new redesign.
Read MoreAmazon is turning the Echo Show 15 into a Fire TV
The company says over 70 percent of the smart display's users watched videos on it last month.
Read MoreAmazon is expanding the Astro's abilities for both home and business
Amazon's Astro robot is getting new skills for both home and business use. Our favorite: pet detection.
Read MoreAmazon's Blink adds its first wired floodlight camera
Blink's small home security camera gets a pan-and-tilt base.
Read MoreRing brings radar detection to its Spotlight Cam Pro
'Birds Eye View' comes to the Spotlight Cam Pro, and Astro gets some business friendly security features.
Read MoreAmazon built Eero WiFi extenders into its latest Echo Dot speakers
Eero routers can now use your phone as a backup for your internet connection — and Echo Dot speakers now double as WiFi extenders.
Read MoreBMW's next in-vehicle voice assistant will be built from Amazon Alexa
Amazon announced on Wednesday that it is working with BMW to create an Alexa-based in-vehicle assistant specifically developed with the driver in mind.
Read MoreAmazon's redesigned Echo Auto will better integrate with your vehicle
Six years after its debut, the Echo Auto is getting an upgrade, Amazon announced Wednesday at its 2022 Device and Services event.
Read MoreAmazon announces Echo Studio and Echo Dot speakers with improved audio
Amazon promises big audio upgrades in its latest Echo Studio and Echo Dot speakers.
Read MoreAmazon's Halo Rise is a $140 bedside sleep tracker that works by sensing you breathe
No cameras, microphones or wearables necessary.
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle Scribe is a $339 e-reader you can write on
Nearly 15 years after introducing the first Kindle, Amazon is finally adding a stylus to one of its e-readers.
Read MoreAmazon’s 2022 hardware event liveblog: Kindle Scribe, Halo Rise, Echo and Fire TV devices, and more
Engadget is liveblogging Amazon's 2022 Devices & Services event, happening September 28 at 12pm ET.
Read MoreAmazon will hold a Prime Early Access Sale on October 11th and 12th
A second Prime Day of 2022, dubbed "Prime Early Access Sale," will be held on October 11th and 12th.
Read MoreAmazon's updated e-book return policy looks like a big win for authors
In a move that should be a boon to authors, Amazon has updated its e-book return policy to prevent automatic returns on books where more than 10 percent of its content has been read.
Read MoreAffirm's pay-over-time option comes to Canada through Amazon
Affirm's pay-over-time option has come to Canada thanks to a team-up with Amazon.
Read MoreAmazon's new Fire HD 8 tablets let you use Alexa without speaking
Amazon has launched new Fire HD 8 tablets that let you invoke Alexa without speaking.
Read MoreAmazon is holding its annual hardware event on September 28th
Amazon will host a hardware event on September 28th at 12PM ET.
Read MoreAmazon will start testing ultra-low carbon electrofuels for deliveries in 2023
Amazon is partnering with Infinium to test the use of so-called electrofuels (e-fuels) in its diesel vans for middle-mile deliveries.
Read MoreAlexa to provide branded answers to your pressing questions
Amazon has found yet another way to commoditize your interactions with its platforms.
Read MoreCalifornia sues Amazon for preventing third-party sellers offering cheaper prices elsewhere
California has filed an antitrust lawsuit accusing Amazon of unfairly punishing sellers that offer lower prices elsewhere.
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle refresh closes the gap between its entry-level and premium e-readers
The new Kindle's specs are so good you wonder if we'll need a new Paperwhite.
Read MoreAmazon is buying a company that makes pallet-stacking robots
It's a step closer to Amazon's goal of having more automation in its warehouses.
Read MoreThe FTC is investigating Amazon’s deal to buy One Medical
Amazon's buyout of iRobot and One Medical may take longer than expected.
Read MoreAmazon tests using police stations as package pickup points
A pilot is underway at two locations in Washington DC.
Read MoreRing's latest device makes voice intercom systems smarter
It offers remote door control for people in big apartment blocks.
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Apple (25)
Square makes Tap to Pay on iPhone available to all US sellers
It will allow merchants to accept payments using just their iPhones.
Read MoreApple pulls Russia's biggest social media network from the App Store
Russia has removed all iOS apps from VK, the second largest tech company in Russia.
Read MoreiPhone 15 'Ultra' could replace next year's Pro Max model
Next year's iPhone could introduce a change to Apple's naming convention
Read MoreApple Pay Later may not arrive until next year due to 'technical and engineering' setbacks
Apple Pay Later may not arrive until next spring, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Read MoreApple updates iOS 16 to fix shaky iPhone 14 Pro camera and copy-paste issues
iOS 16.0.2 is now available and will fix quite a few bugs affected the mobile platform.
Read MoreApple listened to your complaints and is changing iOS 16's battery percentage icon
The latest iOS 16.1 beta makes the battery percentage indicator more useful.
Read MoreApple will fix iOS 16's annoying copy and paste prompts
Apple plans to fix an iOS 16 quirk that constantly prompts you when you copy and paste text.
Read MoreApple made the iPhone 14 easier to repair than you'd expect
An iPhone 14 teardown has revealed that the device is much easier to repair yourself.
Read MoreJustice Department officials want to take part in Epic v. Apple appeal
The Department of Justice has asked a US federal judge to participate in the upcoming appeals case between Epic and Apple.
Read MoreApple fixes iOS 16 activation bug affecting iPhone 14 buyers
Apple has patched an iOS 16 bug that broke iMessage and FaceTime for device activations, including iPhone 14 buyers.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Diving into the iPhone 14 and Apple Watch Ultra
We dive into Apple's latest gear: the iPhone 14/Pro, Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Tim Cook tells a reporter to buy their mom an iPhone
Meta dumps its early-warning team, PlayStation CEO speaks about Microsoft buying ActiBlizz and NVIDIA's next product launch.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Everything Apple announced at its Far Out event
The iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max, Apple Watch 8, new AirPods Pro and the Apple Watch Ultra, just for starters.
Read MoreTim Cook's response to improving Android texting compatibility: 'buy your mom an iPhone'
At the 2022 Code Conference, Tim Cook responded to a journalist asking about RCS text messaging by suggesting they buy an iPhone.
Read MoreHere's everything Apple announced at its iPhone 14 and Apple Watch event
As usual, Apple's September event was packed with new hardware, most of which we aren't too shocked to see. The rumor mill correctly predicted the all-new Apple Watch Pro, as well as the more iterative Apple Watch Series 8. And the iPhone 14 and 14 Pro mostly met expectations, as well — including the sad fact that the iPhone mini is no more.
Read MoreiOS 16 will be available on September 12th
Apple announced Wednesday that iOS 16 will be available as a free download beginning September 12th,
Read MoreApple’s Photonic Engine technology improves low-light camera performance
The new iPhone 14 delivers a 49 percent improvement in low-light performance and it's all thanks to a tweak Apple made to its Deep Fusion image pipeline.
Read MoreApple's new AirPods Pro have touch controls
Three years after releasing the AirPods Pro, Apple is introducing an upgraded model. These new earbuds bring touch controls, improved noise cancelation and longer battery life.
Read MoreThe new Apple Watch SE has faster performance and crash detection
Two years after introducing the Watch SE, Apple is refreshing its entry-level smartwatch.
Read MoreApple's $799 Watch Ultra is bigger, more durable and lasts longer
With the arrival of Apple Watch Series 8 devices, the company has added a more rugged variant that's larger and has longer battery life.
Read MoreWatch Apple's iPhone 14 event here at 1PM ET
Along with the company's latest phones, we're expecting to see a fresh Apple Watch lineup and new AirPods.
Read MoreApple plans to appeal Brazil's decision to ban the sale of iPhones without chargers
Brazil's Ministry of Justice said selling iPhones without chargers is anti-consumer.
Read MoreApple will reportedly announce new AirPods Pro on Wednesday
Updated iPhone and Watch models won't be the only new devices at Apple's forthcoming "Far Out" event.
Read MoreWhat to expect at Apple’s ‘far out’ iPhone 14 event
Get ready for some major upgrades to the iPhone and Apple Watch lineup at Apple's "Far Out" event next week.
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Apps (17)
Native Instruments pads out its Komplete 14 suite with some welcome new toys
The new Komplete 14 bundle includes an Kontakt 7, plus new tools from Izotope and Plugin Alliance.
Read MoreAdobe brings guided edits and AI animated photos to Photoshop Elements 2023
Ahead of its annual MAX event next month, Adobe has unveiled the 2023 version of its (non-subscription) Elements products.
Read MoreUniversal Audio's Spark plugin subscription is now available on PC
It will run audio plugins natively on Windows 10 and 11.
Read MoreGoogle Play Store finally makes it easier to find Android TV and Wear OS apps
Google now makes it considerably easier to track down apps for non-phone devices — just before the Pixel Watch makes its debut.
Read MoreIntel's Unison app will let PCs text, call and share files from iPhones and Android devices
New Intel PCs will soon have a feature that Macs have offered for years: the ability to text, take calls and send files to their iPhones.
Read MoreThe NBA redesigned its app for the TikTok era
Along with vertical real-time highlight videos, the app offers access to NBA League Pass and NBA TV.
Read MoreAphex Twin's free 'sample mashing' app feeds on your music library
Aphex Twin has released a long-in-the-making 'sample mashing' app that draws from tracks in your collection.
Read MoreMajor Audacity update makes it a much better audio production tool
Audacity is best known as an app to do quick audio edits and record audio, but the latest update makes it much more viable as a full on production tool.
Read MoreSlack's upcoming 'canvas' feature will make it easier for teams to share resources
Canvas will come out next year, but Slack has started rolling out the new-and-improved huddles.
Read MoreApple is raising App Store prices across Europe and Asia
The pricing changes will take effect starting on October 5th.
Read MoreZoom suffered a major outage that may have cancelled your video meetings
Zoom is recovering from a major outage that prevented anyone from starting or joining meetings.
Read MoreZoom is reportedly developing email and calendar apps
Zoom may have ambitions to expand its business beyond video calling.
Read MorePeriod tracker app Flo launches 'Anonymous Mode' for iOS devices
It will make its way to Android devices in October.
Read MoreStarbucks thinks you'll want to collect NFTs to earn rewards
Starbucks is jumping on the Web3 bandwagon.
Read MoreElectro-Harmonix looks to bring genuine Big Muff tones to DAWs with a pedal-plugin hybrid
The unit should bring the fuzzbox's iconic sounds to your digital workstation.
Read MoreSignal makes Google strike organizer Meredith Whittaker its first president
Privacy-focused messaging app Signal has hired former Google manager and tech critic Meredith Whittaker as its first president.
Read MoreYou'll soon be able to control your Philips Hue sync box from the main app
It's also releasing a number of new Philips Hue smart lights and music integration with Samsung Galaxy devices.
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Big Tech (13)
How Sony unintentionally defined the skate video
The skate video has been a staple of the scene since the '80s, but now it's more important than ever.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Diving into Amazon's latest gadgets and the Apple Watch Ultra
This week, Cherlynn and Devindra dive into the massive amounts of news from Amazon's recent event.
Read MoreAdobe vows to continue offering Figma's free plan if its buyout is approved
The company said it's adding its apps' technologies to Figma and adopting some its collaborative features.
Read MoreBig tech companies to face UK probes over cloud service, messenger and smart speaker dominance
Ofcom wants to ensure there's healthy competition in various digital markets.
Read MoreComcast hit download speeds of 6Gbps over cable in a recent ‘10G’ test
It plans to start offering multi-gigabit symmetrical internet services to customers in 2023.
Read MoreInstacart teams with retailers to create grocery stores powered by its tech
Instacart is working with grocery stores to launch stores loaded with tech it hopes will beat Amazon.
Read MoreAdobe acquires collaborative design platform Figma for $20 billion
Adobe is acquiring collaborative design giant Figma for $20 billion, but it's expected to keep its distance for now.
Read MoreGoogle's Jedi Blue ad deal with Meta wasn't unlawful, judge rules
But Google will still have to face the Texas Attorney General's multi-state antitrust lawsuit.
Read MorePatreon lays off 17 percent of its employees
The popular platform for creators let go 80 staffers and is closing some offices.
Read MoreTwitter shareholders vote to approve Elon Musk’s $44 billion acquisition
A majority of Twitter's shareholders have voted to approve Elon Musk's $44 billion takeover.
Read MoreTwitter's $7 million whistleblower payout violates purchase deal, Musk's lawyers argue
Elon Musk's camp is now using the settlement as an additional basis to get out of the deal to buy the website for $44 billion.
Read MoreLG brings NFTs to its LED and OLED TVs
Over its long history, LG has never been shy about jumping on some unusual bandwagons. So it should come as no surprise that the South Korean electronics giant is getting into NFTs.
Read MoreARM sues Qualcomm, alleging its subsidiary breached a licensing agreement
It wants a court to order the destruction of certain CPU core designs.
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Buying Guides (33)
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 falls to $250 plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include the 2021 Apple TV 4K for $120, the base iPad for $280 and Amazon's Echo Show 5 for $40.
Read MoreEverything you need to know about Amazon's Prime Early Access Sale
Here's everything we know so far about Amazon's Prime Early Access Sale for 2022. Here are details about when the shopping event will take place and the deals we expect to see.
Read MoreShark's self-emptying robot vacuum is half off for today only
The $600-model is currently on sale for $300 at Amazon.
Read MoreApple's 512GB MacBook Air M2 falls to a new all-time low
Apple's MacBook air is the thin and light notebook to own if you're looking for the best mix of small size and performance.
Read MoreBose QuietComfort 45 ANC headphones are $80 off right now
If you work in a noisy environment or travel a lot, high-quality noise cancelling headphones can be a godsend
Read MoreLenovo’s Smart Clock Essential with Alexa falls to an all-time low of $35
The Lenovo Smart CLock Essential with Alexa is currently 50 percent off.
Read MoreXbox controllers are up to 26 percent off at Amazon
Amazon is selling Microsoft's Xbox controllers for up to 26 percent off.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Watch 5 falls to a new low of $250
If you have your eye on Samsung's new Galaxy Watch 5 but were waiting for a deal, one has already arrived.
Read MoreThe 2021 Apple TV 4K drops to $120, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include the 2021 Apple TV 4K for $120, the base iPad for $280 and Amazon's Echo Show 5 for $40.
Read MoreAmazon's Echo Show displays are up to 53 percent off right now
Amazon's Echo Show smart displays are already a good value next to the competition, but a bunch of deals are making them even cheaper.
Read MoreSamsung's rugged T7 Shield SSD is back on sale for $100
Samsung's toughened 1TB T7 Shield SSD is back on sale at a $100 price.
Read MoreApple's 12.9-inch iPad Pro drops to a new all-time low of $900
Apple's 12.9-inch iPad Pro M1 has dipped to an all-time low price of $900 at Amazon.
Read MoreAnker charging accessories are up to 39 percent off for today only
If you're seeking an Anker wireless charger or other smartphone accessories, now is a good time to stock up.
Read MoreApple's second-generation AirPods Pro are on sale ahead of launch day
Ahead of the AirPods Pro September 23rd release date, Amazon has priced the earbuds at $240, or $10 less than MSRP.
Read MoreApple's 10.2-inch iPad drops to $280, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include up to 24 percent off the Apple Watch Series 7, 34 percent off the Apple TV HD and $25 off the Google Pixel Buds Pro.
Read MoreThe best fitness gear to upgrade your workout routine
You might be fitter, but your fitness equipment and tech are due for an upgrade. Here's what we recommend, from the best wearable tech to our favorite smart scale.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel Buds Pro fall back to an all-time low at Amazon
The two-month-old earbuds are currently on sale for $175, or $25 less than their retail price.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The Apple Watch Series 8 is the new best smartwatch
Amazon greenlights 'Blade Runner 2099' sequel series, Apple Watch Series 8 is the new best smartwatch, Ethereum completes the 'merge' that will make its crypto transactions greener.
Read MoreApple's MacBook Air M2 is $100 off right now
If you've been waiting for a deal on the MacBook Air M2, it's a good time to act: The silver model is on sale at Amazon for $1,099, or $100 off the regular price
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Watch 4 drops to a new low of $130
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 4 is cheaper than ever at $130 in a new sale.
Read MoreThe 2021 Apple TV HD has hit an all-time low of $99
The 4K models aren't that much more expensive, though.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Z Fold 4 is already $200 off at Amazon
If you've been eyeing Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 4 or Flip 4 but find the prices hard to stomach, there's good news.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch Series 7 is up to $150 off at Amazon
If Apple's announcement of the Series 8 didn't do much for you but you would still like to buy an Apple Watch, you might be in luck.
Read MoreApple's iPad mini is $100 off, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include $100 off the iPad mini, $120 off the AirPods Max and up to 40 percent off Solo Stove fire pits.
Read MoreHow to pre-order the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro
Here's how to pre-order the iPhone 14, the iPhone 14 Pro and everything else announced at Apple's September 2022 event. The iPhone 14 starts at $799 while the iPhone 14 Pro starts at $999.
Read MoreSamsung's new Galaxy Buds 2 Pro drop to $155 with first major discount
Amazon knocks 33 percent off Samsung's Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, bringing them down to a record low of $155.
Read MoreSamsung's 1TB T7 Touch SSD is cheaper than ever right now
If you're in the market for external storage, Amazon has discounted a handful of Samsung SSD products.
Read MoreApple's iPad mini is back on sale for $400 at Amazon
Amazon knocks $100 off Apple's iPad mini, bringing it down to $400.
Read MoreSamsung's 32-inch Smart Monitor M8 falls to a new low
You can now buy Samsung's Smart Monitor M8 at Amazon and Samsung for just $590, up to $140 off the regular price.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch Series 7 drops to $299 at Amazon
Just days before Apple's September 7th event, Amazon has discounted the company's Series 7 smartwatch.
Read MoreAbleton's music production tools are 25 percent off for Labor Day weekend
The Live 11 Intro package is down from $99 to $74.
Read MoreThe best Labor Day tech sales we could find
The best Labor Day sales on tech and gadgets include Apple's AirPods Max for $429, Amazon's Echo Show 10 for $200 and up to 45 percent off all Solo Stove fire pits.
Read MoreAmazon knocks up to 49 percent off LG, Samsung and Sony TVs for today only
If you're on the lookout for a good TV, Amazon is running a sale right now on LG, Samsung and Sony sets, including OLED and other desirable models
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Computing (12)
USB branding could become a little easier to understand
Getting rid of certain names may not make a huge difference.
Read MoreIntel claims its Arc A770 and A750 GPUs will outperform NVIDIA's mid-range RTX 3060
The A750 will start at $289 and, like the A770, arrive on October 12th.
Read MoreIntel's mid-range Arc A770 GPU arrives October 12th for $329
Intel's Arc A770 graphics card arrives in mid-October, and might offer value for gamers on a budget.
Read MoreIntel and Samsung show off a fun but impractical 'slidable' PC
In between announcements it was expected to make, Intel found time to share a surprise at its Innovation 2022 conference.
Read MoreIntel's 13th-gen CPUs offer up to 24 cores and 5.8GHz speeds
Intel has finally unveiled its 13th-gen CPUs.
Read MoreThe Windows 11 2022 update is here, but should you care?
Today, Microsoft will start rolling out the Windows 11 2022 update, the operating system's first major revision, which brings better security, accessibility and a handful of gaming improvements.
Read MoreEVGA is exiting the GPU market and parting ways with NVIDIA
Company CEO Andrew Han revealed EVGA's conflicts with NVIDIA in an interview with YouTubers.
Read MoreEthereum completes the 'merge' that will make its crypto transactions greener
Ethereum has completed its much-anticipated "Merge" to a far more energy efficient method of minting new tokens.
Read MoreNVIDIA looks set to reveal its next-gen GeForce RTX GPUs on September 20th
The company has announced a GeForce Beyond broadcast at GTC 2022.
Read MoreBiden administration reveals details of its $50 billion chip investment plan
Over half of the funding will go toward advanced chip manufacturing.
Read MoreJapan’s Digital Minister is going to war against floppy disks and fax machines
Taro Kono wants to end the government's stubborn reliance on outdated tech.
Read MoreThe next USB standard will double existing speeds even with an older cable
There's a new, super-fast, version of USB 4 on the horizon and you won't even have to buy a brand new cable to take advantage of it.
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Cybersecurity (26)
Former eBay execs get prison time in cyberstalking case involving Twitter threats and fetal pig deliveries
James Baugh, eBay's former senior director of safety and security, was sentenced to five years in prison.
Read MoreFast Company hackers sent out obscene push notifications to Apple News users
The bad actors released a database with thousands of employee records.
Read MoreRecommended Reading: The phone-monitoring 'shameware' apps used by churches
Recommended Reading highlights the week's best writing on technology and more.
Read MoreUK police arrest alleged ‘GTA VI’ hacker
Reports suggest the 17-year-old may also have been responsible for an Uber cybersecurity incident.
Read More'Destiny 2' cheat maker AimJunkies claims Bungie hacked them
After suing the cheat developer AimJunkies last year, Bungie is now facing a countersuit.
Read More2K confirms its support desk was hacked to send malware to gamers
Video game publisher 2K is warning the public not to open any emails from its support account after confirming it had been hacked.
Read MoreAmerican Airlines says hackers obtained some customer and employee data
The company said there's no evidence the information has been misused as yet.
Read MoreUber claims hack came from Lapsus$, the group behind Microsoft and T-Mobile attacks
Uber says a recent hack that breached its systems was the work of Lapsus$, which also targeted Microsoft.
Read MoreKiwi Farms says someone hacked its website
It told users that their password, email and device IPs may have been compromised.
Read MoreUS Treasury asks regulators to take more action against crypto scams
The Treasury has called on federal regulators to further crack down against crypto scams.
Read MoreLastPass was hacked, but it says no user data was compromised
The bad actor had internal access to LastPass for four days.
Read MoreUber finds 'no evidence' that sensitive user data was stolen in hack
Uber has determined that sensitive user data is safe following a hack.
Read MoreMicrosoft Teams has been storing authentication tokens in plaintext
Microsoft's Teams stores auth tokens in unencrypted plaintext mode, allowing attackers to potentially control communications within an organization.
Read MoreUS border forces are seizing Americans' phone data and storing it for 15 years
Border officials can copy information from travelers' phones without a warrant.
Read MoreUber says it's investigating a 'cybersecurity incident'
The company has yet to reveal if user data was compromised in the breach.
Read MoreUS authorities recover $30 million of hacked 'Axie Infinity' crypto funds
It's apparently the first time that cryptocurrency stolen by a North Korean hacking group has been recovered.
Read MoreCyberattack disrupts bookings for IHG hotels
For the past three days, one of the largest hospitality companies in the world hasn't been able to accept online bookings due to a cyberattack.
Read MoreRing expands end-to-end encryption to its battery-powered devices
Only you will be able to access video and audio recordings if you have the feature enabled.
Read MoreThe Los Angeles Unified School District is dealing with a ransomware attack
The Los Angeles Unified School District is navigating a ransomware attack that originated over Labor Day weekend. It hasn't disrupted school operations and classes are scheduled as usual.
Read MoreA Webb Telescope image is being used to push malware
Bad actors hid malicious code in Webb's First Deep Field for a malware campaign.
Read MoreTikTok denies security breach after hackers claim to have records of more than a billion users
TikTok has denied a security breach after posts on hacking forums claimed to have compromised the app's source code, as well as account details of potentially billions of users.
Read MoreCloudflare blocks trans harassment forum Kiwi Farms following escalation of 'targeted threats'
DNS and internet security provider Cloudflare has blocked Kiwi Farms, an infamous forum known for its online and real-world harassment campaigns.
Read MoreAnonymous claims responsibility for Moscow traffic jam tied to app exploit
On Thursday morning, Moscow's busy Fili district became the site of a traffic jam unlike almost any before it.
Read MoreThe IRS says it accidentally exposed confidential information involving 120,000 taxpayers
Their data was made available for download on the IRS website.
Read MoreSamsung says hackers obtained some customer data in newly disclosed breach
The company says Social Security numbers and payment details weren't accessed.
Read MoreUS police agencies have been using a low-cost surveillance tool to track people’s phones
Fog Reveal uses phones' unique ad IDs to track users' movements.
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Entertainment (1)
Hitting the Books: What if 'Up' but pigeons?
In the sequel to 2014's 'What If?' Randall Munroe returns with more scientific answers to more absurd hypotheticals.
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EVs and Transportation (38)
New York joins California in aiming to make all auto sales hybrid or EV by 2035
New York is following California's lead by mandating that all new cars, pickups and SUVs sold in the state must be either EVs or plug-in hybrids.
Read MoreThe Polestar 3 electric SUV will debut on October 12th
Polestar's first electric SUV will get its official unveiling on October 12th a range target of 372 miles and an optional Performance Pack.
Read MoreNissan Ariya EV will start at $43,190
Nissan is finally close to selling the Ariya EV, with prices starting just over $43,000 in the US.
Read MoreDepartment of Transportation approves EV charging plans for all 50 states
The government is immediately making $1.5 billion available to fund charging stations along highways.
Read MoreHertz and BP plan to build a nation-wide EV charging network in the US
After recently signing deals to purchase electric vehicles from GM and Polestar, Hertz is turning its attention to the infrastructure needed to support those cars.
Read MoreVolvo has developed the world's first interior radar system for cars
In order to prevent heatstroke from pets and children locked inside cars, today Volvo announced the world's first interior radar system for cars, which is set to debut on the upcoming EX90 electric SUV.
Read MoreMercedes' F1 team used biofuel to cut freight carbon emissions by 89 percent
Trucks used fuel derived from vegetable oils, waste oils and fats to move F1 cars between three grands prix.
Read MoreBoeing to pay $200 million to settle charges over 'misleading' crash statements
Former CEO Dennis Muilenburg also agreed to pay the SEC $1 million.
Read MoreMercedes says the electric G-Class will arrive in 2024
The automaker announced the SUV back in 2019.
Read MoreVW's latest concept is a self-driving travel pod that can replace short flights
VW has unveiled a fully self-driving travel pod that could replace short-hop flights.
Read MoreTesla to recall more than a million vehicles over pinchy windows
Your late model Tesla is probably broken again. Yeah, the windows this time, but the company says there's an OTA fix on the way.
Read MoreLarry Page’s Kitty Hawk air taxi startup is shutting down
After more than a decade of trying to make flying cars a reality, Kittyhawk is shutting down.
Read MoreXPeng claims its G9 SUV is the world's fastest charging EV
XPeng claims its G9 EV SUV offers the fastest charging in the world.
Read MoreNTSB calls for all new vehicles to include alcohol monitoring tech
The National Transportation Safety Board is calling on its sister agency to implement regulation requiring all vehicles sold in the US to include blood alcohol monitoring systems.
Read MoreVolvo will unveil the electric EX90 SUV on November 9th
Volvo is revealing its electric EX90 SUV this November, and it's billed as the brand's safest vehicle yet.
Read MoreBo's futuristic e-scooter will gain a solar-powered charging stand in late 2023
Would you park your $2,400 e-scooter outside if it was attached to a solar charging dock?
Read MoreGM wants to help shape the EPA's next clean car standard
GM and the Environmental Defense Fund have issued recommendations they hope will shape the EPA's next car emissions standards.
Read MoreHertz to purchase 175,000 General Motors EVs over the next five years
Hertz announced Tuesday that will purchase from General Motors 175,000 electric vehicles including Chevy, Buick, GMC, Cadillac and BrightDrop over the next five years.
Read MoreNVIDIA reveals its next-gen chipset for autonomous vehicles
The Drive Thor SoC will first appear in 2025 models.
Read MoreFord thinks Bluetooth LE can keep pedestrians and cyclists safe from cars
Ford thinks it can reduce cycling and pedestrian deaths using Bluetooth LE.
Read MoreBoom's supersonic jet is facing a lack of interest from engine suppliers
Boom may be in a bind with its supersonic Overture jet, as no jet engine manufacturers are interested in the project.
Read MoreTesla’s Texas Gigafactory made its 10,000th Model Y SUV
Tesla has crossed another significant manufacturing milestone.
Read MoreNational Drive Electric Week wants to spread the gospel of EVs
You can find out more about what it's like to own an EV or plug-in hybrid at events across North America.
Read MoreUber now offers EV rides in 25 cities
Uber has expanded its Comfort Electric service "nationwide" to 24 US cities, letting users request rides in all-electric vehicles.
Read MoreJeep adds new Grand Cherokee and Wrangler trims to its 4xe lineup
Stellantis executives unveiled the 2023 Jeep Wrangler Willy 4xe and Grand Cherokee 4xe 30th Anniversary edition at the Detroit Auto Show. Both models will be on display through September 25th.
Read MoreGM's Cruise is making its own chips for self-driving vehicles to save on costs
They will power the Cruise Origin, the company's fully autonomous vehicle with no steering wheel or pedals.
Read MoreHonda plans to release 10 electric motorcycles by 2025
The world's largest motorcycle manufacturer is going electric.
Read MoreVW’s ID.Buzz electric van combines nostalgia and technology
We've waited a long time, but the Volkswagen ID.Buzz electric van is finally here and we got to drive it. At least, sort of: We drove the European version, which isn't quite the same van that'll come to the US.
Read MoreZero's DSR/X is an adventure e-motorcycle with 180 miles of range
Zero Motorcycles has unveiled its latest lineup of MY23 electric motorcycles, with the highlight being the new DSR/X adventure bike.
Read MoreFord updates its BlueCruise driver assist with hands-free lane changing and more
Ford has announced that its updated BlueCruise 1.2 hands-free driving system will arrive with the 2023 Mach-E and include semi-autonomous lane changing.
Read MoreUnited Airlines plans to buy up to 500 electric flying taxis
The company also invested $15 million into eVTOL maker Eve Air Mobility.
Read MoreTesla wants the public to decide where its next Superchargers should go
Tesla is asking the public via a new Twitter poll to tell it where they want the next superchargers to be installed.
Read MoreUber Eats and Nuro are making autonomous food deliveries in Texas and California
The companies have signed a 10-year partnership to use Nuro's autonomous vehicles for food delivery.
Read MoreJeep announces plans to bring four new EV models to market by 2025
Jeep revealed on Thursday plans to release four new EV models in the US and Europe by 2025 as the company seeks to "become the leading electrified SUV brand in the world."
Read MoreUber and Lyft ditch their mask requirement in New York
The move follows policy updates from the state and NYC's Taxi & Limousine Commission.
Read MoreRivian and Mercedes are teaming up to build electric vans more quickly
They plan to produce vehicles at a factory in central or eastern Europe,
Read MoreElectrify America wants to make EV chargers as easy to use as gas pumps
Electrify America has unveiled a redesign of its charging stations designed to make them more consumer friendly.
Read MoreRazor made a two-seater cargo scooter
Razor is expanding into cargo scootering with its new EcoSmart Cargo.
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Gaming (41)
Razer and Verizon tease a 5G gaming handheld that can play games locally
Razer, Qualcomm and Verizon are working together on a 5G gaming handheld.
Read MoreUbisoft once again delays 'Skull and Bones,' a game which will surely come out eventually
The pirate sim is now slated to arrive on March 9th.
Read More'Wild Hearts' is EA's answer to Monster Hunter
EA has unveiled 'Wild Hearts,' a Monster Hunter-style action game from the team behind Dynasty Warriors.
Read MoreNetflix now lets you create your own gamertag
You can use this nickname across its titles, including multiplayer games and ones with leaderboards.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Netflix is building its own game studio
NASA successfully hurled its DART spacecraft into an asteroid, Netflix is building its own game studio, Apple Watch Ultra teardown confirms it's rugged, but not easily repaired.
Read MoreE3 will return to LA on June 13th, 2023
After missing 2022 altogether, one of the most important gaming trade shows will return next year.
Read MoreNetflix is building its own game studio
Netflix is creating its own game studio — it won't depend solely on third-party developers.
Read MoreNieR: Automata's spinoff anime arrives this January
NieR: Automata's anime spinoff will arrive early next year.
Read More'Oxenfree II: Lost Signals' is delayed until 2023
Night School Studio has delayed the release of Oxenfree II: Lost Signals.
Read More'Oxenfree' is now free to download for Netflix subscribers
More than six years after its PC debut and five years after arriving on iOS and Android, Netflix is making Oxenfree freely available to those with a subscription to its streaming service.
Read MoreThe $350 Logitech G Cloud Gaming Handheld will arrive in October
Preorders for the device, which could cost around $300, went live a little early in Canada.
Read MoreEA Motive is working on a single-player Iron Man game
It's the first of several games EA and Marvel are making together.
Read MoreDiablo IV's public beta will start in early 2023
Blizzard plans to invite some of its most dedicated fans to play Diablo IV in the coming weeks.
Read MoreRockstar confirms gigantic 'Grand Theft Auto VI' leak
Rockstar has confirmed that a huge leak of 'Grand Theft Auto VI' content is real.
Read More‘Elden Ring: The Board Game’ will bring the Lands Between to the tabletop
Surprising no one, Elden Ring is getting a tabletop adaptation.
Read MoreFortnite’s new season adds chrome-powered abilities and Gwen from ‘Into the Spider-Verse’
Season four introduces some significant tweaks to the Fortnite formula.
Read MoreMassive 'Grand Theft Auto VI' leak shows off early gameplay footage
A massive trove of footage from the next installment in Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto series has leaked online.
Read MoreA 'Genshin Impact' anime is on the way
Meanwhile, version 3.1 of the game will land on September 28th.
Read More'Warzone' is going mobile in 2023
Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile is a battle royale heading to Android and iOS devices in 2023. It will have 120-player matches and be free-to-play.
Read More'Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0' goes live November 16th
Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 will officially land on November 16th, bringing Modern Warfare II environments, gameplay and technology to a large-scale battlefield.
Read MoreBlizzard explains how 'Overwatch 2' battle passes work
Blizzard has detailed how the 'Overwatch 2' battle pass system will work, including hero unlocks.
Read More‘The Sims 4’ will be free to play starting next month
Almost exactly eight years after first arriving on PC, The Sims 4 is going free to play.
Read MoreAction RPG 'Project Eve' will finally debut in 2023 as 'Stellar Blade'
The long-expected action RPG 'Project Eve' will arrive on PS5 in 2023 as 'Stellar Blade.'
Read More'Yakuza: Like A Dragon 8' arrives in 2024
A sequel to 'Yakuza: Like a Dragon' is coming in 2024, but you'll get another spinoff game in 2023.
Read More'Rise of the Ronin' is a historical action RPG from the team behind 'Nioh'
The studio behind Nioh plans to take PlayStation fans on an adventure through Meiji-era Japan.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Marvel is getting the 'Pokémon Go' treatment
NASA replaces Artemis 1's leaky fuel seals, Marvel is getting the 'Pokémon Go' treatment, Twitter's $7 million whistleblower payout may violate purchase deal.
Read MoreDisney is remastering Sega Genesis classic ‘Gargoyles’
During its recent gaming showcase, the company revealed it was remastering Gargoyles.
Read MoreThe ‘Elden Ring’ soundtrack is now available on music streaming services
In addition to being one of the best games of the year, FromSoftware's Elden Ring features an absolute treat of a soundtrack.
Read More'Just Dance 2023' goes live November 22nd with online multiplayer
Just Dance is officially entering its live-service era with Just Dance 2023. The latest iteration of Ubisoft's dance-along franchise will support online multiplayer and it comes out on November 22nd.
Read MoreCodename Red will take the Assassin's Creed franchise to feudal Japan
The game Assassin's Creed fans have been asking for years is finally on its way.
Read MoreAssassin's Creed Codename Jade is a 'AAA RPG' for mobile devices
Ubisoft is bringing Assassin's Creed back to mobile devices with Jade, a new title set in China. It's designed to feel like a mainline entry and has character customization.
Read MoreAssassin's Creed Mirage will bring the series back to its roots in 2023
Assassin's Creed Mirage, the next entry in Ubisoft's long-running action-adventure series, will arrive in 2023.
Read MoreMarvel is getting the 'Pokémon Go' treatment thanks to Niantic
You'll be able to create your own Marvel superhero in 'World of Heroes' next year.
Read MoreMarvel's Midnight Suns will arrive on December 2nd
The tactical RPG from 'XCOM' developer Firaxis had been delayed from October.
Read MoreWatch the Disney and Marvel games showcase here at 4PM ET
You can also expect news on Lucasfilm and 20th Century projects direct from D23.
Read MoreNew 'Overwatch 2' heroes will be locked behind a battle pass
You'll need to grind to unlock playable characters, or maybe even pay to snag them faster.
Read MoreThe first US video game studio to unionize is shutting down
On Wednesday, Beast Breaker developer Vodeo Games announced it had failed to secure funding to produce an additional release beyond its debut title.
Read MoreThe first major 'Cyberpunk 2077' expansion won't come to PS4 or Xbox One
Phantom Liberty is an expansion adding new characters and a fresh location to Cyberpunk 2077, but it isn't coming to previous-generation consoles.
Read More'Splitgate' will go into maintenance mode as 1047 Games moves on to a new shooter
The free-to-play multiplayer game will stay online and get a final major update this month.
Read MoreA collector is selling thousands of game consoles for $1 million
They say the trove includes between 200 and 300 consoles that are impossible to find elsewhere.
Read MoreUbisoft confirms 'Assassin's Creed Mirage,' a stand-alone title in the Middle East
After plenty of leaks, Ubisoft has confirmed that Assassin's Creed Mirage is the next entry in its long-running series.
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Google (22)
The Morning After: Google is shutting down Stadia, its game streaming service
Google is shutting down Stadia, its game streaming service, James Webb and Hubble captures pictures of NASA's spacecraft-asteroid collision, Elon Musk's texts with Jack Dorsey and Parag Agrawal detail tumultuous Twitter negotiations.
Read MoreGoogle is (unsurprisingly) shutting down Stadia in January
Players will continue to have access to their games library until January 18th.
Read MoreGoogle is making it easier to find search results from Reddit and other forums
Google is adding a new module that will surface discussions happening on forums across the web for queries that may benefit from crowd-sourced answers.
Read MoreHow Google is working to help you find food and local businesses
A conversation with the company's VP and general manager of Local.
Read More'Immersive View' in Google Maps expands to 250 landmarks globally
If you recently traveled to a new city, there's a good chance you used Maps to plan your trip. Google wants to make that process easier.
Read MoreGoogle brings speed, deep dive and vertical video updates to search results
It should be easier to explore topics in more detail.
Read MoreGoogle Maps will help you discover a neighborhood's 'vibe'
Google is introducing a Maps feature that gives you a feel for a neighborhood's 'vibe' before you visit.
Read MoreGoogle Lens image and text multisearch will soon be available in more languages
The Near Me function is coming to the US this fall as well.
Read MoreGoogle Home can now use Nest speakers to detect your presence
Your Nest speaker can now help Google Home tell whether or not you're present.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Google's cheaper $30 Chromecast with Google TV
Google reveals a cheaper $30 Chromecast with Google TV, The FDA may have unintentionally made 'Nyquil Chicken' go viral on TikTok, Instagram is working on 'nudity protection' technology.
Read MoreNew Fitbit devices will need to be linked to a Google account next year
Fitbit accounts will only be supported until 2025.
Read MoreGoogle now offers a cheaper, 1080p version of the Chromecast with Google TV
Google has unveiled the Chromecast with Google TV (HD) device that offers features from the $50 4K model at a significantly cheaper $30 price.
Read MoreGoogle now lets you request the removal of search results that contain personal data
Google is releasing a tool that makes it easier to remove search results with your address, phone number and other personally identifiable information.
Read MoreGoogle's 'Nest WiFi Pro 6E' pricing leaks on retail site
Google's next WiFi 6E router may have been revealed prematurely via a B&H Photo Video listing.
Read MoreGoogle updates Photos with redesigned Memories and a new collage editor
You'll be able to share entire memories with friends and family too.
Read MoreGoogle fails to overturn EU Android antitrust ruling but reduces its fine by 5 percent
The European General Court lowered the tech giant's fine to €4.125 billion.
Read MoreGoogle's iOS 16 lock screen widgets include a shortcut to Chrome's Dino game
Google detailed what iOS 16 users can expect from its apps when it comes to lock screen widgets.
Read MoreGoogle reportedly won't make another Pixelbook laptop
Google is killing its Pixelbook laptop, according to an internal memo reported by The Verge.
Read MoreGoogle will soon offer an easy way to share files between your own Android devices
More accessibility options are on the way too.
Read MoreGoogle Maps eco-friendly directions are coming to 40 European countries
Last October, Google added new, eco-friendly driving directions to Maps. In the US, you could pull up a driving route that would take into account things like congestion and incline to find you the directions that are best for your fuel economy. As part of a handful of Maps announcements today, Google says the feature will be available in "nearly 40" European countries, though we didn't get a list of everywhere it'll be available. Google had previously added the feature to maps in Canada and Germany.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 7 and Pixel Watch event is scheduled for October 6th
Google has just sent out media invites for its next hardware.
Read MoreThousands of Google's cafeteria workers 'quietly unionized during the pandemic,' report says
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, thousands of people who work in Google's cafeterias have joined unions, according to a new report.
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Laptops (4)
Framework made a modular, repairable Chromebook
It's the Framework Laptop, but running ChromeOS, and with a Titan C chip nestled inside.
Read MoreAMD's Ryzen 7020 CPUs offer more performance for budget laptops
AMD has unveiled Ryzen 7020 processors that supposedly outclass Intel's Core i3.
Read MoreIntel drops the Celeron and Pentium names for its low-end laptop CPUs (updated)
Intel is ditching the Celeron and Pentium names for its laptop chips in favor of the simple 'Intel Processor' badge.
Read MoreLenovo's IdeaPad 5i Chromebook features a 16-inch display and full-sized keyboard
The company's 2022 holiday lineup includes the first-ever 16-inch Chromebook.
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Meta (20)
Meta reportedly suspends all hiring, warns staff of possible layoffs
CEO Mark Zuckerberg also told employees that more restructuring is likely, according to Bloomberg.
Read MoreMeta's new Make-a-Video AI can generate quick movie clips from text prompts
On Thursday, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed Make-a-Scene's more animated contemporary, Make-a-Video.
Read MoreMeta cracks down on ad-free Instagram client a day after it launched
A third-party Instagram app, called "The OG App," which promised an ad-free feed, has been pulled from Apple's App Store just one day after its launch.
Read MoreMeta dismantles a China-based network of fake accounts ahead of the midterms
Meta has taken down a network of fake accounts from China that targeted the United States with memes and posts about "hot button" political issues ahead of the midterm elections.
Read MoreMeta tests easier account switching between Facebook and Instagram
Meta is testing two features that integrate Facebook and Instagram more closely together.
Read MoreWhatsApp users will soon be able to join a call by tapping a link
Meta is also testing encrypted group video calls for up to 32 people.
Read MoreMeta sued for allegedly dodging Apple's privacy rules
Meta has been served two lawsuits for allegedly creating workarounds to evade Apple's privacy rules.
Read MoreMeta ordered to pay $175 million in patent infringement case
The company intends to contest a ruling in favor of Walkie Talkie app maker Voxer.
Read MoreFacebook violated Palestinians' right to free expression, says report commissioned by Meta
Meta has finally released the findings of an outside report that examined how its content moderation policies affected Israelis and Palestinians amid an escalation of violence in the Gaza Strip last May.
Read MoreMeta is reportedly cutting staff and reorganizing teams
Meta has begun cutting staff and reorganizing teams in an effort to cut costs, according to a new report.
Read MoreFacebook is trying to be Discord with 'Community Chats'
Meta is introducing a new way for Facebook's nearly 3 billion users to connect with one another.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Meta’s next-gen VR headset leaks
Google may be giving up on its Pixelbook laptops, Meta's next-gen VR headset leaks early, iOS 16 is now available.
Read MoreMeta is spinning off the Pytorch framework into its own AI research foundation
Meta announced on Monday that the Pytorch project will soon spin out from the company's direct control to become the Pytorch Foundation.
Read MoreLeak appears to show Meta's Quest Pro headset a month ahead of launch
Meta's Quest Pro headset is due to arrive next month, but a leaked video appears to show it in full
Read MoreMeta dissolves team responsible for discovering 'potential harms to society' in its own products
Meta's "Responsible Innovation Team," a group meant to address "potential harms to society" is no more.
Read MoreMeta's virtual Connect event will stream live Oct. 11th
Meta Connect, the company's annual event devoted to augmented and virtual reality, is just over a month away.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Meta gets fined $402 million
The EU said the company mishandled children's private data in Instagram.
Read MoreMeta faces $402 million EU fine over Instagram's privacy settings for children
Meta has been fined €405 million ($402 million) by the Irish Data Protection Commission for its handling of children's privacy settings on Instagram.
Read MoreMeta's VR headsets will continue using Qualcomm chips for the foreseeable future
Meta will keep using Qualcomm's chips in its Quest line of virtual reality headsets and the two companies are teaming up to build "customized" chipsets.
Read MoreMeta is shutting down Facebook 'Neighborhoods' for local communities
The Nextdoor-like product was never even widely released.
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Microsoft (5)
Microsoft will host its next Surface event on October 12th
We may soon get our first proper look at the Surface Pro 9 and Surface Laptop 5.
Read MoreWindows 11 adds support for Auto HDR, VRR in windowed games
The Windows 11 2022 update is bringing along some useful new features for gamers.
Read MoreMicrosoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard will face 'in-depth' UK investigation
A UK regulator is conducting an 'in-depth' investigation of Microsoft's buyout of Activision Blizzard, potentially stalling the merger.
Read MoreMicrosoft’s Game Pass Friend & Family tier goes live in two countries
Following a leak last week, Microsoft has unveiled the Game Pass Friends & Family in Ireland.
Read MoreUK competition regulator finds Microsoft-Activision deal 'could lead to competition concerns'
The UK's antitrust regulator is concerned Microsoft could become too powerful in cloud gaming.
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Mobile (4)
Verizon's rebranded TracFone prepaid service includes Disney+ with some plans
Verizon has relaunched TracFone as Total, and the new prepaid carrier offers both 5G and perks like Disney+.
Read MoreComcast debuts 2Gbps internet service in four states
After nearly two years of testing, Comcast is one step closer to offering multi-gig symmetrical speeds over cable.
Read MoreAT&T sues T-Mobile over 'dishonest and completely false' senior discount ad campaign
On Tuesday, AT&T filed a complaint with a federal court in the Eastern District of Texas, accusing its rival of false advertising.
Read MoreEU proposes new rules to make phones and tablets last longer
The bloc wants to reduce e-waste by mandating phone and tablet reparability standards.
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News (34)
Teenage Engineering's PO-80 Record Factory both cuts and plays vinyl
Teenage Engineering has unveiled a stylish record cutter that lets you produce vinyl at home.
Read MorePeloton fitness gear will soon be available at Dick's Sporting Goods
You'll be able to buy Bike, Tread and Guide at more than 100 of the chain's brick-and-mortar stores.
Read MoreA Robot Dancing in Times Square
A Roboto Dancing in Times Square, made using Meta Make-a-Video
Read MoreLululemon to launch a subscription service that requires a Mirror home fitness device
Lululemon Studio will be available starting on October 5th.
Read MoreiRobot adds an automatic mop to its flagship Roomba
The Combo j7+ lowers its mop arm down from above the chassis to avoid wet messes.
Read MoreLego unveils a 6,187-piece Mandalorian 'Razor Crest' set
It's the largest Lego version of Din Djarin's ship to date.
Read MoreInterpol issues red notice for Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon
Following a request by South Korean prosecutors, Interpol has placed Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon on a "red notice" list.
Read MoreEPA opens new office dedicated to environmental justice and civil rights
The US EPA has formed a new office designed to help marginalized communities deal with the extra burdens of pollution and climate change.
Read MoreMoog once again revives the Model 10, its first compact modular synth (updated)
Moog has brought back its legendary Model 10 synth once again, provided you're willing to pay a premium.
Read MoreYale's redesigned Assure Lock 2 will be one of the first Matter-compatible smart home devices
Five years after the original Assure Lock, Yale is announcing the redesigned Assure Lock 2 which is 30 percent smaller than before while offering even better connectivity, including compatibility for the upcoming Matter protocol.
Read MoreVictrola made a $799 turntable that can connect to any Sonos speaker
Victrola, a brand that's been making record players for more than 100 years, is mostly known at this point for making entry-level turntables with built-in speakers in a variety of vintage-inspired designs. But today, the company introduced the Stream Carbon, a $799 turntable that can directly connect to a Sonos system, which means you'll be able to stream your records all over your home. Victrola says this is just the first of more planned devices in the Stream lineup, too.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Peloton’s smart rowing machine is here
YouTube's 'dislike' button reportedly barely works, Peloton's smart rowing machine is here, Spotify dives into audiobooks with a library of over 300,000 titles.
Read MoreThe US Space Force's new anthem proves it's just another boring government entity
Three years after becoming the newest branch of the US Armed Forces, the Space Force has an official song.
Read MoreTile now offers $1 QR code stickers as a low-tech way to recover lost items
Tile has just launched "Lost and Found" QR labels that are a essentially a low-tech way to get your stuff back.
Read MorePeloton Row is a smart rowing machine that costs $3,195
Peloton's belated entry into the rowing market is here.
Read MoreSouth Korean prosecutors ask Interpol for help in locating TerraUSD developer Do Kwon
Do Kwon recently tweeted that he was not on the run, but authorities disagree.
Read MoreJudge orders release of ‘Serial’ podcast subject Adnan Syed
he 41-year-old had been serving a life sentence for the 1999 murder of his former girlfriend Hae Min Lee.
Read MorePuerto Rico loses power as Hurricane Fiona brings threat of 'catastrophic' flooding
Almost exactly five years after Hurricane Maria left Puerto Rico in the dark, the US territory is once again facing a power crisis.
Read MoreWalmart will let you use your own photos for a virtual clothing fit check
The company says it provides a realistic view of how clothes would fit on your body.
Read MoreKorg's Drumlogue is an analog drum machine with a powerful digital engine
After first teasing it way back on January 2021, Korg has released the much-anticipated Drumlogue, a hybrid drum machine.
Read MoreNortheastern University targeted by anti-VR bomber
Northeastern University's VR lab was the victim of a bomb attack, and the perpetrator has a grudge against Mark Zuckerberg.
Read MoreGoPro's new Hero 11 Black and Hero 11 Black Mini feature a taller sensor
The action-cam company unveils two new cameras for this year's line-up. The Hero 11 Black as expected and the smaller "Mini" model we've seen in leaks.
Read MoreDJI Osmo Action 3: Far more battery life, fast charging and a spiffy new mount
With the Osmo Action 3, DJI has brought back the action-cam form factor and made numerous small improvements from the mount to the displays to the battery.
Read MorePeloton's connected Bike rentals are now available across 48 states
The news comes just as two co-founders leave the company.
Read MoreInsta360's X3 gets bigger sensors and a bigger screen for easier 360 capture
The Insta360 X3 comes with larger sensors, touchscreen and battery, among other bits of goodies.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Biden outlines where the CHIPS act money is going
Meta and Google reveal when they'll announce new hardware, the LA school system gets a ransomware attack and AT&T and T-Mobile get into a courtroom scuffle.
Read MoreKiwi Farms is effectively offline following campaign to deplatform the hate site
The days of Kiwi Farms as a functioning website appear to be numbered.
Read MoreTeenage Engineering's 'Field' products are testing customer loyalty
The OP-1 Field synth and TX-6 mixer are delightful products, but their price tags could alienate the people that love them the most.
Read MoreTeenage Engineering’s OP-1 Field and TX-6 are proving divisive with fans
The Swedish company is known for its industrial design and quirky features but its latest two products might have priced out a lot of their loyal fans.
Read MoreSennheiser unveils its latest, less expensive Ambeo soundbar
The company claims the Ambeo Soundbar Plus is the first standalone 7.1.4-channel model.
Read MoreClmbr’s new at-home smart climbing machine will offer live feedback and coaching in 2023
Better hardware, and the features necessary for live coaching and feedback.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Crypto.com refunded someone $7.2 million by mistake
Plus: 'The Last of Us Part 1' gets reviewed, ASUS' folding laptop gets a price, and is buying an RTX 3070 worth the wait?
Read MoreLG's MoodUP refrigerator comes with color-changing LED doors and a built-in speaker
IFA 2022 (Europe's answer to CES) starts tomorrow, so you know what that means — some wacky new appliances and home products.
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Nintendo (9)
Nintendo's 'Splatoon 3' widgets put stats and stages on your phone screen
The Switch Online app is now much more useful for 'Splatoon 3' fans — you'll get phone widgets that offer stats and even stage schedules.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Nintendo’s next Zelda game has a release date
Twitter shareholders vote to approve Elon Musk's $44 billion acquisition, but it all depends on a trial, Nintendo's ' Zelda: Breath of the Wild'' sequel has a release date (and a name), Sonos' $429 Sub Mini is a smaller and cheaper way to add bass to your soundbar.
Read MoreCo-op adventure game 'It Takes Two' hits Switch on November 4th
It Takes Two is coming to Switch on November 4th for $40, and pre-orders are open today.
Read MoreWatch nearly 8 minutes of 'Bayonetta 3' gameplay in a new trailer
See nearly eight minutes of Bayonetta 3 gameplay footage, featuring Bayonetta's Witch Time, Demon Masquerade and summoning abilities, and how other characters will play.
Read More'The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' lands on Switch May 12th, 2023
The sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is called Tears of the Kingdom and it's due to hit Switch on May 12th, 2023.
Read More'GoldenEye 007' is coming to Nintendo Switch Online's Expansion Pack with online play
More N64 classics including '1080 Snowboarding,' 'Pokémon Stadium' and three Mario Party games are on the way too.
Read More'Fire Emblem Engage' is coming to Switch on January 20th
Marth, the protagonist of the first Fire Emblem games, is returning to the series.
Read MoreThe next Nintendo Direct streams on September 13th
Perhaps we'll finally learn what the 'Breath of the Wild' sequel is actually called.
Read MoreNintendo made a scarlet and violet OLED Switch for Pokémon fans
Nintendo is adding a new colorway to its Switch OLED line just in time for the release of the latest Pokémon games.
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PC Gaming (15)
Ubisoft will help jilted Stadia users transfer their purchases to PC
It's not clear whether your save data will move over, though.
Read MorePS5 launch title 'Sackboy: A Big Adventure' is coming to PC on October 27th
The adorable platformer will hit Steam and Epic Games Store just after the Uncharted collection.
Read MoreValve ditches Steam's Lunar New Year sale in favor of a spring edition
Developers and publishers wanted more breathing room after the major winter sale.
Read MoreAlienware's Aurora R15 offers improved cooling and the latest Intel and NVIDIA components
With the latest GPUs and CPUs from NVIDIA and Intel making their way to consumers, Alienware is updating its Aurora desktop to take advantage of those components.
Read MoreNVIDIA's DLSS 3 promises higher frame rates for CPU-intensive games
NVIDIA's next-gen GPUs will include DLSS 3 technology that offers higher frame rates using interpolation — a technique seen on TVs.
Read More'Portal' will get ray tracing to show off NVIDIA's 4000-series GPUs
Today during its GTC keynote, NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang announced Portal with RTX, a mod that adds support for real-time ray tracing and DLSS 3.
Read MoreNVIDIA's $1,599 GeForce RTX 4090 arrives on October 12th
Following months of anticipation and controversy among its add-in board partners, NVIDIA's 40 Series GPUs are finally here.
Read More'Cyberpunk 2077' is a hit on Steam again thanks to its Netflix anime spinoff
Choom, now is the time to play Cyberpunk 2077.
Read More'Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves' collection hits PCs on October 19th
Sony and developer Naughty Dog confirmed today that its excellent bundle of Uncharted 4: A Thief's End and Uncharted: The Lost Legacy are coming to the PC on October 19th. As announced last year, the Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves collection will bring these two games to the PC for the first time, following the collection's release for the PS5 this past January.
Read MoreYakuza spinoffs ‘Judgment’ and ‘Lost Judgment’ finally arrive on Steam
In a surprising turn of events, Sega has released Yakuza series spinoffs Judgment and Lost Judgment on Steam.
Read MoreEA will debut new anti-cheat tech with 'FIFA 23' on PC
The company built a kernel-level tool to aid its ongoing battle against cheat developers.
Read MoreCD Projekt Red releases an official modding tool for 'Cyberpunk 2077'
REDmod is a free DLC that makes it easier to customize the action RPG.
Read MoreIt looks like the 'Uncharted 4' and 'Lost Legacy' bundle is coming to PC on October 19th
A now-removed store page revealed the release date.
Read MoreValve’s Steam Deck repair centers are now open
Valve has opened its own Steam Deck repair centers, which should streamline the process for fixes.
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PlayStation (10)
Sony's PlayStation loyalty program debuts in the US on October 5th
Sony is launching its PlayStation loyalty program in the US next month, and you can earn digital collectibles.
Read MoreSony says 'PS VR games are not compatible with PS VR2'
The next-gen virtual reality hardware is slated to arrive early next year.
Read More'Hollow Knight: Silksong' will come to the PS4 and PS5, eventually
The long-awaited sequel had already been confirmed for Switch, Xbox and PC.
Read More'God of War: Ragnarok' has a new story trailer and limited-edition PS5 controller
'God of War: Ragnarok' has an electric new trailer and a limited-edition PS5 controller
Read MoreSony's next State of Play will highlight 10 PS4, PS5 and PS VR2 titles
Sony's next State of Play preview event is going down on Tuesday, September 13th at 6pm ET, the company announced via Twitter Monday.
Read MoreSony's Jim Ryan says Microsoft's Call of Duty promise was 'inadequate on many levels'
PlayStation CEO Jim Ryan has revealed that Microsoft offered to keep Call of Duty available on PlayStation for three years beyond its current Activision deal.
Read MorePS5 update rolls out globally with 1440p support, gamelists and new party features
Sony has rolled out the latest PlayStation 5 system update globally with a much-requested feature: 1440p QHD video output.
Read MoreSony will let you shroud your PS5 in camouflage this fall
Finding a PlayStation 5 may be as difficult as ever, but that's not stopping Sony from adding more customization options for those who already own the console.
Read MoreLead PlayStation architect Masayasu Ito is retiring after 36 years
He led the development of the PS4 and the PS5.
Read More'The Last of Us Part I' directors explain why the game stayed so true to the original
Aside from whether The Last of Us Part I is worth the $70 asking price, the question surrounding this remake is how much the original 2013 game was going to change. Would developer Naughty Dog treat this as a total do-over, changing the level design, gameplay mechanics and player upgrades? It has become obvious over the last few weeks, as Sony released a handful of preview videos, that that wouldn't be the case. Instead, the game directors told Engadget that the goal was to bring massively updated visuals and a host of quality-of-life improvements to a game that would otherwise stay true to its roots.
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Reviews (28)
MSI Stealth 15M review: Coasting on its good looks
While the Stealth 15M's design is great and the system offers a good balance of performance and portability, it feels like MSI has overlooked some of the laptop's weaker aspects like its display, webcam and battery life.
Read MoreSonos Sub Mini review: The practical sub we’ve been waiting for
Finally, Sonos has a subwoofer that's more affordable and practical for smaller spaces, the Sub Mini.
Read MoreBowers & Wilkins' Px8 headphones combine new drivers with refined design
Bowers & Wilkins promises big sound improvements on its latest flagship headphones, with a premium look and big price tag to match.
Read MoreApple Watch SE review (2022): The best smartwatch $250 can buy
Apple's starter smartwatch offers plenty for the money, including a comprehensive suite of health and fitness tracking tools, emergency features and snappy performance.
Read MoreFujifilm X-H2S review: The most powerful APS-C camera yet
With the X-H2S, Fujifilm has a new flagship camera.
Read MoreApple Watch Ultra teardown confirms it's rugged, but not easily repaired
A teardown of the Apple Watch Ultra shows that you can't really repair it despite the rugged design.
Read MoreApple AirPods Pro review (2nd-gen): Big improvements, all on the inside
Despite the unchanged design, Apple has packed an assortment of updates into the new AirPods Pro.
Read MoreThis is how close LG's Rollable was to being a real phone
A hands-on video of the device shows a full functional rollable phone.
Read MoreiOS 16 review: Apple opens the lock screen
Apple has focused on modernizing the iPhone lock screen, making it a more useful part of how you interact with your phone. The company has made lots of minor changes and improvements that add up to a better iPhone experience.
Read MoreASUS Zenbook 17 Fold OLED review: Great screen, now do the keyboard
For ASUS' first attempt at a flexible screen laptop, the decision to go with a 17.3-inch flexible screen makes a huge impact. But its high price and wonky keyboard hold it back from being a real hit.
Read MoreSteelSeries Arena 9 review: Bringing 5.1 surround sound back to gaming PCs
While most companies have given up on PC surround sound systems, the Arena 9 are a solid attempt at bringing the joys of 5.1 sound back to computers.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Reviewing the iPhone 14, 14 Pro and non-Ultra Apple Watches
This week, we review the iPhone 14, 14 Pro, Apple Watch SE and Watch Series 8.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 8: A week with the new best smartwatch (for now)
The Apple Watch Series 8 is well-rounded and full-featured, and arguably the best smartwatch around.
Read MoreBose QuietComfort Earbuds II review: Blocking out the world
The noise blocking crown is safe: Bose has massively upgraded how much sound it can cancel on the QuietComfort Earbuds II.
Read MoreApple Watch SE preview: Basically a $400 smartwatch for $250
The new Apple Watch SE promises an almost flagship smartwatch experience for $250.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The verdict on the iPhone 14 Pro
Northeastern University targeted by anti-VR bomber, The verdict on the iPhone 14 and 14 Pro, 'The Sims 4' will be free to play starting next month.
Read MoreWhat we bought: The Cosori 0165 dehydrator mummifies meat for $70
I bought the least expensive, most barebones dehydrator I could find: the Cosori C0165. It's $70 and utterly perfect.
Read MoreApple iPhone 14 review: Not an upgrade year for most
The iPhone 14 is the very definition of an incremental upgrade.
Read MoreApple iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max review: Just different enough
The iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max are superb flagships that could push the industry to make some useful changes.
Read MoreGoPro Hero 11 review: One change makes all the difference
It's a relatively modest update this time around for the GoPro Hero 11 Black. Though a new taller sensor does give it an edge over its rivals.
Read MoreWhat we bought: How the Blue Yeti Nano finally earned a spot on my desk
It took me years of working from home to invest in a better microphone for video calls. Here's why I chose the Blue Yeti Nano for my desk.
Read MoreCanon R10 review: 4K and fast shooting speeds for less than $1,000
Canon's EOS R10 offers some nice features for a sub-$1,000 camera, but it can produce rolling shutter and lacks in-body stabilization.
Read MoreChevrolet Bolt EUV review: Bigger is better
The Chevy Bolt may not be the most modern EV, but a combination of price point and included tech make it a compelling proposition for those on a budget.
Read MoreiPhone 14 and 14 Plus hands-on: A bigger screen and small camera updates
Size aside, the iPhone 14 and 14 Plus are, at first glance, not too different from last year's flagship iPhones.
Read MoreiPhone 14 Pro hands-on: Don't call it a notch
The iPhone 14 Pro doesn't quite ditch the notch, but the dynamic island in its place is intriguing.
Read MoreApple Watch Ultra hands-on: Built for the great outdoors
Our first look at Apple's entire Watch Series 8 lineup, including the rugged Watch Ultra.
Read MoreHitting the Books: Newfangled oceanographers helped win WWII using marine science
Lethal Tides tells the story of pioneering oceanic researcher Mary Sears and her leading role in creating one of the most important intelligence gathering operations of World War II.
Read MoreLenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold hands-on: Big upgrades, inside and out
Almost two years after making the first laptop with a flexible display, Lenovo has returned with the 2022 ThinkPad X1 Fold which sports a brand new design and a much larger 16.3-inch display.
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Robotics (6)
Tesla debuts an actual, mechanical prototype of its Optimus robot
Tesla CEO Elon Musk promised last year to have a working prototype of the Optimus robot ready to show off at AI Day 2022. On Friday, he debuted one.
Read MoreChipotle is moving its tortilla robot to a real restaurant
Chipotle's tortilla-making robot will be used in its first real restaurant next month.
Read MoreRobotic sleeves can provide arm control to kids with cerebral palsy
Scientists are building robotic sleeves that could offer arm control to children with cerebral palsy, not to mention others with mobility issues.
Read MoreMicroscopic robots walk autonomously using simple 'brains'
Scientists have built extremely small robots that can still move autonomously using 'brains.'
Read MoreHP's construction robot puts blueprints on site floors
HP has unveiled a robot that helps construction workers put blueprints on the floor much faster than they could themselves.
Read MoreSony unveils 'world's first' robotic pan-tilt-zoom full-frame mirrorless camera
Sony has unveiled an unusual mirrorless camera that essentially marries the FX6 cinema camera's tech with remote-controlled robotics.
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Samsung (3)
The Morning After: Does Samsung have another phone-battery problem?
Chipotle is moving its tortilla robot to a real restaurant, Samsung may have a problem with swelling phone batteries, The Department of Transportation approves EV charging plans for all 50 states.
Read MoreYouTuber says Samsung may have a problem with swelling phone batteries
Reports claim Samsung has a problem with swelling phone batteries, even for devices that are just two years old.
Read MoreSamsung vows to produce net zero carbon emissions by 2050
But it expects its device experience division to get there by 2030.
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Science (6)
Fixing inefficient oil field flaring could drastically reduce methane emissions
Scientists have discovered that flaring during oil extraction lets more methane into the atmosphere than thought.
Read MoreThe UK needs a better plan to heat its homes than hydrogen
Two studies this week have said that hydrogen is a technological cul-de-sac for home heating.
Read MoreNYU is building an ultrasonic flood sensor network in New York's Gowanus neighborhood
A team of researchers from NYU and CUNY are working to expand a network of street-level sensors to better protect the city against climate change-induced flooding.
Read MoreJapan pledges $2 billion in funding for pandemic vaccine research initiative
The country lagged behind other regions when it came to COVID-19 vaccine development and rollout.
Read MoreStudy finds surgery patients wearing VR headsets needed less anesthetic
A study has found that patients wearing VR headsets might need less anesthetic to get through surgery.
Read MoreHitting the Books: How to uncover the true nature of the multiverse
The universe had to have come from somewhere, theoretical astrophysicist Dr. Laura Mersini-Houghton has spent her trailblazing career in search of an answer.
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Smartphones (20)
The Morning After: We might get an iPhone ‘Ultra’ next year
Amazon will hold a Prime Early Access Sale on October 11th and 12th, We might get an iPhone 'Ultra' next year, In 'Obi-Wan Kenobi', Darth Vader was voiced by an AI so James Earl Jones could retire.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: The repairable iPhone 14 and NVIDIA’s RTX 4000 GPUs
Surprise! The iPhone 14 is pretty repairable, it turns out.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The rollable smartphone that never was
Logitech's cloud gaming handheld costs $350, The best image of Neptune's rings in decades are already providing new insights, Study shows surgery patients wearing VR headsets needed less anesthetic.
Read MoreThe iPhone 14 Pro isn't as easy to repair as the other new models
The iPhone 14 Pro isn't as easy to fix as the regular model — Apple hasn't fully embraced repairability just yet.
Read MoreThe iPhone 14 Pro camera is shaking and rattling when certain third-party apps are used
The issue seems to occur when the likes of TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat access the rear camera module.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The next generation of iPhones may all feature Dynamic Island displays
The next generation of iPhones may all feature Dynamic Island displays, PS VR games will not be compatible with PS VR2, A 'Genshin Impact' anime is on the way.
Read MoreASUS' ROG Phone 6D Ultimate has an even more elaborate cooling system
The ROG Phone 6D Ultimate packs a MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ processor, faster LPDDR5X RAM and the new 'AeroActive Portal' design for boosted heat dissipation.
Read MoreAll iPhone 15 models will reportedly feature Dynamic Island display cutouts
The entire iPhone 15 lineup will reportedly include the iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island.
Read MoreApollo update transforms the iPhone 14 Pro’s Dynamic Island into a home for ‘Pixel Pals’
Developers are already dreaming up fun and interesting use cases for Apple's new Dynamic Island interface
Read More'Clean Energy Charging' is coming to iPhones this year
The feature will optimize charging times based on when the power grid is using greener energy sources.
Read MoreApple kills off the SIM tray on the iPhone 14 and 14 Pro in the US
Apple gives and it takes away
Read MoreThe iPhone 14 can connect to satellites for emergency SOS features
Probably the biggest new features for the iPhone 14 and 14 Plus isn't one you'll use ever day, but you'll be glad you have it if you need it. The new phone has a built-in satellite connection that people can use to send emergency SOS messages in places where there's no available cellular signal.
Read MoreThe iPhone 14 Pro ditches the notch for a giant hole in the screen
The iPhone 14 Pro is here, and it's one of Apple's most significant upgrades in years.
Read MoreiPhone 14 has a Plus variant with a 6.7-inch screen and last year’s A15 processor
Apple has officially unveiled the iPhone 14 and 14 Plus.
Read MoreThe Morning After: What to expect at the iPhone 14 launch event
The IRS shared 120,000 people's private tax data, NASA scrubs SLS launch and how your phone can be used to track you.
Read MoreiPhone overtakes Android to claim majority of US smartphone market
For the first time ever, there are more iPhones in use in the US than any other type of smartphone.
Read MoreiPhone 14 Pro's two hole-punch cutouts may look like a single 'wide pill'
Apple may move the camera and mic privacy indicators to a blacked-out section of the display.
Read MoreHMD's Nokia launches a smartphone subscription service with eco-friendly twists
HMD's Nokia announced a new subscription plan that it says will "reward users" for keeping their phone for longer.
Read MoreSony's $1,000 Xperia 5 IV offers 4K 120p HDR on all three rear cameras
Sony has unveiled a smartphone with both gaming and photo-taking powers that's (a bit) less expensive than its last few models.
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Social Media (40)
Twitch will charge you $100 to pin your chat message for 2.5 minutes
The website's new experimental feature will highlight a viewer's message if they're willing to pay for it.
Read MoreAll Facebook and Instagram users in the US can now show off their NFTs
Instagram's NFT feature is now also supported in 100 countries around the world.
Read MoreElon Musk's texts with Jack Dorsey and Parag Agrawal detail tumultuous Twitter negotiations
A tranche of Elon Musk's private messages have been made public as part of his ongoing lawsuit with Twitter.
Read MoreTwitter embraces TikTok-style ‘immersive’ video
Twitter announced that it's switching to a full-screen "immersive" video player for watching clips in a TikTok-style feed.
Read MoreTwitter says it inadvertently ran ads on profiles containing CSAM
Twitter has revealed that it mistakenly ran ads on profiles dealing in CSAM.
Read MoreYouTube Shorts copies TikTok again with voiceover narration
YouTube Shorts will soon let you self-narrate videos on iOS.
Read MoreElon Musk and Twitter are now fighting about Signal messages
Lawyers for Twitter argued that Elon Musk has withheld messages, including some sent via encrypted messaging app Signal.
Read MoreUK warns TikTok of £27 million fine over child privacy violations
A UK regulator has warned TikTok that it might pay a £27 million fine for potentially violating kids' privacy.
Read MoreTikTok rolls out comment 'dislike' button to all users
TikTok has rolled out a comment 'dislike' button that lets you downvote trolls.
Read MoreThe FDA may have unintentionally made 'NyQuil Chicken' go viral on TikTok
Nyquil Chicken was neither new, nor particularly viral, and the FDA's bizarrely-timed warning may have backfired, making the meme more popular than ever.
Read MoreInstagram app rendered unusable for some by instant crash bug
An error had been causing Instagram's Android app to crash seconds after launching, rendering it almost unusable.
Read MoreInstagram is working on 'nudity protection' technology for messages
Unsolicited nude photos are one of the biggest harassment issues on social media, but Instagram is working on a tool to protect users.
Read MoreTwitter is logging out some users following password reset 'incident'
Twitter has disclosed an "incident" affecting the accounts of an unspecified number of users who opted to reset their passwords.
Read MoreFlorida asks Supreme Court to decide fight over social media regulation
Florida has petitioned the Supreme Court to rule on whether states can make social media platforms host speech.
Read MoreIran restricts access to WhatsApp and Instagram in response to Mahsa Amini protests
Iran has blocked access to Instagram and WhatsApp as its government attempts to subdue protests that began last week following the death of a woman at the hands of local authorities.
Read MoreTikTok adds new rules for politicians' accounts ahead of the midterm elections
TikTok is adding new rules for accounts belonging to politicians, government officials and political parties ahead of the midterm elections.
Read MoreTikTok reportedly gives 'a bit more leniency' to popular accounts
As recently as last year, TikTok employed a two-tier moderation system that gave preferential to its most popular users.
Read MoreA new California law will require social media platforms to add more 'protections' for children
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed into law a new bill that could upend how social media platforms deal with underage users.
Read MoreTikTok experiment asks you to share BeReal-style daily posts with friends
TikTok has unveiled an experimental feature that asks you to post daily photos and videos, much like BeReal.
Read MoreSnapchat for Web is now available for everyone
The app also has new iOS 16 lockscreen widgets that make it easy to jump into chats.
Read MoreLawmakers press TikTok about China and user data in Senate hearing
Top executives from Meta, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok just wrapped up a three-hour hearing in front of the Senate Homeland Security Committee.
Read MoreDiscord revolutionizes online conversations with... forums
Discord, the social messaging service that helped to displace old-school internet forums, now wants to bring them back.
Read MoreTikTok search results are reportedly swarming with misinformation
TikTok searches are loaded with misinformation, according to a study.
Read MoreFlickr adds a virtual photography category as more games embrace photo modes
Flickr is adding a new virtual photography category to help users find and categorize images they capture in their favorite video games.
Read MoreTwitter whistleblower says company had Chinese agent on payroll
During a hearing with the Senate Judiciary Committee, Twitter's former security chief turned whistleblower, Peiter Zatko, shed new light on his claims that the company's lax security practices harmed U.S. national security.
Read MoreSenators press Twitter CEO to address whistleblower claims
The leaders of the Senate Judiciary Committee are pushing Twitter's CEO Parag Agrawal to address allegations made by the company's former head of security in a lengthy whistleblower complaint
Read MoreTwitter starts rolling out podcasts to Blue subscribers
Twitter has begun rolling out its redesigned Spaces tab.
Read MoreMerriam-Webster just yeeted a bunch of internet slang into the dictionary
Apparently metaverse, sus and meatspace are real words now, too.
Read MoreInstagram will introduce a repost feature as part of a new test
Instagram will soon be testing reposts, something that's never been available in the main feed part of the app but is a key feature on Facebook and Twitter.
Read MoreTwitter finally gets around to adding direct Insta and Snap sharing to its Android app
Twitter Support announced on Thursday that its Android app will soon receive the same functionality that its iOS alternative already enjoys: the ability to share tweets directly on Instagram or Snapchat.
Read MoreElon Musk can use whistleblower claims to try to get out of Twitter deal, judge rules
Elon Musk can use whistleblower claims from Twitter's former head of security, Pieter Zatko, as he attempts to get out of the $44 billion acquisition, a judge has ruled.
Read MoreTwitter is making Birdwatch, its crowd-sourced fact checks, much more prominent
Twitter is expanding its experimental fact-checking program, Birdwatch, and making its crowd-sourced fact checks more visible.
Read MoreTwitter will let you edit your tweets up to five times in 30 minutes
Last week Twitter announced that it would finally be introducing an edit button but we're now learning that you'll only be able to make up to five edits.
Read MoreNextdoor is trying to prevent neighbors from arguing about the midterms
Ahead of the midterms, Nextdoor will label election-related posts with information about how to vote, and will use in-app alerts to remind users to not let political conversations get overly "heated."
Read MoreTwitter's lawyers say Elon Musk wanted out of the deal because of 'World War 3,' not bots
The whistleblower complaint from Twitter's former head of security is already complicating the company's legal battle with Elon Musk.
Read MoreControversial social media app Parler is back on the Google Play Store
Parler, the app that's largely associated with Donald Trump supporters, will once again be available for download via the Google Play Store.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Twitter’s edit button is real
Plus, we take a look at the new foldable ThinkPad, SpaceX gets a bumper NASA deal and the EU plans to get tougher on e-waste.
Read MoreYouTube is still battling 2020 election misinformation as it prepares for the midterms
YouTube and Google are the latest platforms to share more about how they are preparing for the upcoming midterm elections, and the flood of misinformation that will come with it.
Read MoreTwitter still hasn't addressed 'egregious' whistleblower claims
Twitter has done almost nothing to publicly address the most explosive claims made by its former security chief turned whistleblower.
Read MoreTwitter made an edit button, but you’ll have to pay to use it
It'll be exclusive to Twitter Blue subscribers, at least to start with.
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Space (22)
NASA and SpaceX will study the possibility of using a Dragon capsule to boost Hubble's orbit
It could add years to the aging telescope's life.
Read MoreSatellites must be deorbited within five years of completing missions, FCC rules
The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has adopted new rules to address the growing risk of "space junk."
Read MoreJames Webb and Hubble telescope images capture DART asteroid collision
It was the first time the telescopes have observed the same celestial target simultaneously.
Read MoreNASA successfully smacked its DART spacecraft into an asteroid
NASA's DART mission, which seeks to use specially designed impactor spacecraft to knock planet killing asteroids off-track has successfully targeted its first space rock, the asteroid Dimophos.
Read MoreNASA will roll Artemis 1 back to shelter it from Hurricane Ian
The Space Launch System and Orion spacecraft will be moved to the Vehicle Assembly Building.
Read MoreWatch NASA crash DART into an asteroid at 6PM ET
NASA is about to crash a spacecraft into an asteroid, and you can watch events live beginning at 6PM Eastern.
Read MoreArtemis 1 won’t launch on September 27th due to Tropical Storm Ian
NASA can't seem to catch a break.
Read MoreSpaceX wants to put Starlink internet on rural school buses
A SpaceX pilot program will put Starlink satellite internet access aboard school buses to keep rural students online.
Read MoreNASA successfully completes vital Artemis 1 rocket fuel test
The Artemis 1 mission's next launch attempt could take place on September 27th.
Read MoreJames Webb Space Telescope captures the best image of Neptune's rings in decades
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured its first image of Neptune, and it's the best view of the planet's rings in over 30 years.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Hilton is designing suites for a private space station
The iPhone 14 is the most repairable iPhone in years, Hilton is designing suites for a private space station, Rockstar confirms gigantic 'Grand Theft Auto VI' leak.
Read MoreJames Webb Space Telescope's first pictures of Mars could reveal more about the atmosphere
The JWST has captured its first Mars pictures, and they could reveal more about the planet's atmosphere.
Read MoreHilton will design suites and sleeping quarters for Voyager’s private Starlab space station
What better company to design a cramped living space than a major hotel chain?
Read MoreUncrewed Blue Origin capsule lands safely after New Shepard rocket failure
Blue Origin's recent NS-23 flight didn't go according to plan.
Read MoreNASA replaces Artemis 1's leaky fuel seals
NASA has completed a critical repair of its next-generation Space Launch System (SLS) rocket.
Read MoreFCC proposes ‘five-year rule’ for dead satellite disposal
The Federal Communications Commission wants to do something about space junk in low Earth orbit.
Read MoreNASA picks Axiom Space to build the first Artemis moonwalk spacesuits
Axiom said its spacesuits will accommodate a wide range of crew members.
Read MoreThe James Webb Telescope captures the Tarantula Nebula in stunning detail
The Tarantula Nebula's bright young stars glow blue in the telescope's images.
Read MoreSLS fuel leak likely to delay Artemis 1 launch to October
NASA's next-generation Space Launch System likely won't fly before the end of September.
Read MoreNASA delays Artemis 1 launch again
Following a failed attempt earlier this week, NASA has once again delayed the start of its Artemis 1 Moon mission.
Read MoreNASA fixed the glitch that caused Voyager 1 to send back jumbled data
The probe was apparently sending back data through a broken onboard computer.
Read MoreSpaceX secures five more NASA astronaut missions as part of a $1.4 billion contract
NASA has ordered five more astronaut missions from SpaceX in a new $1.44 billion contract, raising the total number of Crew Dragon launches to 14.
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Streaming (22)
You can now buy some YouTube TV add-ons without the $65 base plan
The à la carte options include HBO Max, NBA League Pass and Showtime.
Read MoreEpix will relaunch its streaming service as MGM+ next year
Epix is relaunching its streaming service and TV channel in 2023 as MGM+ — yes, it's yet another 'plus' service.
Read MoreDeezer can now identify songs that you hum
You can add the tracks it identifies straight to your playlist.
Read MoreNetflix's Spotify series trailer portrays streaming music as a revolution
Netflix has shared the trailer for its Spotify series 'The Playlist,' and it tries to sell streaming music as revolutionary.
Read MoreWatch Netflix’s Tudum fan event here at 1PM ET
Settle in because the company has more than 120 shows, movies, games and other projects to talk about.
Read More'Breaking Bad' creator's next series will stream on Apple TV+
And it will star 'Better Call Saul' actress Rhea Seehorn.
Read MoreHow to stream tonight's historic Yankees-Red Sox game on Apple TV+ for free
You can watch Aaron Judge potentially make history at tonight's Yankees-Red Sox game for free on Apple TV+ — here's how.
Read MoreTwitch is banning major gambling websites in October
It will ban websites that feature slots, roulette and dice games unlicensed in the US.
Read MoreYouTube will share ad revenue with Shorts creators
YouTube announced that it's adding advertising to its TikTok rival, YouTube Shorts, and will share revenue with creators.
Read MoreSpotify dives into audiobooks with a library of over 300,000 titles
Spotify adds yet another content option to its audio library, but it's only available in the US for now.
Read MoreYouTube’s ‘dislike’ barely works, according to new study on recommendations
YouTube's in-app controls such as the "dislike" button, are largely ineffective as a tool for controlling recommendations, according to new research from Mozilla.
Read MoreAmazon greenlights 'Blade Runner 2099' sequel series
Amazon has ordered a 'Blade Runner 2099' series headed to Prime Video, and Ridley Scott is involved.
Read MoreRoku reveals a new subwoofer and a revamped Roku Express
The company also previewed more discovery features and other useful Roku OS updates.
Read MoreYouTube will let creators offer paid video courses next year
The move could spell trouble for the likes of Masterclass.
Read MoreDisney+ is only $2 for one month for new and returning subscribers
The offer is only available until September 19th.
Read MoreApple TV and Fire TV devices get surround sound support for YouTube TV
The capability first became available for Android and Google TV, as well as for Roku devices.
Read MoreHulu + Live TV is $20 off for three months for new and returning subscribers
You can get $20 off Hulu + Live TV for three months through October 5th, so you'll pay only $50 per month for the service for your first three months.
Read MoreRiot's 'Arcane' is the first streaming series to win an animated Emmy award
Netflix's League of Legends-based animated series Arcane is the first streaming series to win an Emmy for Outstanding Animated Program.
Read More'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' sets Amazon Prime viewing record
The two-episode premiere of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power drew 25 million viewers around the world in 24 hours.
Read MoreBandcamp Fridays are back again
The music marketplace will waive its fees on the first Friday of each month through December.
Read MoreYou can watch the first 'House of the Dragon' episode on YouTube for free
Get a proper taste of the 'Game of Thrones' prequel without having to sign up for HBO Max.
Read MoreMusic industry avoids legal battle with new streaming royalty deal
Music publishers, songwriters and musicians have struck a deal with streaming services for US mechanical streaming rates for 2023-2027.
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Tablets (2)
The latest iPadOS 16 beta brings Stage Manager to older iPad Pro models
The latest iPadOS 16 developer beta, which was just released, expands on the Stage Manager multitasking system. Now, the third- and fourth-generation iPad Pro (released in 2018 and 2020, respectively) will be able to use Stage Manager, as well. Previously, it was restricted to M1-powered iPad models.
Read MoreThe Kobo Clara2E e-reader is waterproof and made of recycled plastic
The exterior is made of 85 percent recycled material.
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Technology (1)
Apple iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max hands-on: Introducing "Dynamic Island"
Apple iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max hands-on: Introducing "Dynamic Island"
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TV & Movies (10)
'Mythic Quest' season 3 debuts November 11th on Apple TV+
Apple TV+ will release the third season of 'Mythic Quest' on November 11th.
Read MoreSEC sues former MoviePass executives for fraud
The US Securities and Exchange Commission has filed a lawsuit against two former MoviePass executives.
Read MoreHBO releases its first 'The Last of Us' trailer
Enjoy 98 seconds of gorgeous, post-apocalyptic gloom.
Read MoreNetflix’s adaptation of 'The Three-Body Problem' will arrive in 2023
At its Tudum event today, Netflix shared an update on its highly-anticipated adaptation of Liu Cixin's The Three-Body Problem
Read More'The Witcher: Blood Origin' debuts December 25th on Netflix
The Witcher: Blood Origin, a prequel to Netflix's live-action adaptation of Andrzej Sapkowski's fantasy novel series, will debut on December 25th.
Read MoreHBO and Apple TV+ win big at the Emmys
Last year Netflix grabbed the most Primetime Emmys with 10, but this year it was only third best behind Apple TV+ and HBO Max.
Read MoreThe first 'Mandalorian' season three trailer reunites a favorite Star Wars family
With D23 underway this weekend, Disney had a lot to share with Star Wars fans.
Read More‘The Wrath of Khan’ is getting an official Star Trek podcast prequel
Nicholas Meyer is one of a handful of people you could say 'saved' Star Trek. Now, 31 years after his last Trek project, he's back.
Read MoreSeth Rogen and Pete Davidson are starring in the inevitable GameStop dramatization
Paul Dano and Sebastian Stan also appear in 'Dumb Money,' which starts filming this month.
Read MoreMoviePass's beta relaunch will kick off in Chicago, Dallas and Kansas City
We knew MoviePass was gearing up to relaunch its beta service on September 5th, now Insider reports that it's targeting Chicago, Kansas City and Dallas as its first major markets.
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Wearables (16)
Magic Leap's smaller, lighter second-gen AR glasses are now available
Magic Leap 2 is here promising smaller, more advanced AR glasses than you've seen before.
Read MoreAnker's Soundcore Liberty 4 earbuds can monitor your heart rate
The brand revealed new sleep earbuds as well.
Read MoreOura's third-generation smart ring brings a smoother, more comfortable design
The Oura Gen3 Horizon loses the awkward flat side of its predecessor.
Read MoreNreal brings its $379 Air augmented reality glasses to the US
The company has redesigned the Nebula OS and beefed up iOS and Mac support.
Read MoreNothing reveals the charging case for its next earbuds
The company has started teasing the Ear Stick, which it plans to release later this year.
Read MoreByteDance's Pico reveals its latest VR headset as it aims to compete with Meta Quest 2
The Pico 4 will arrive in some countries next month for around $420, but a US release hasn't been announced.
Read MoreNASA and Hideo Kojima team up for a Ludens-inspired watch
Guess we can soon find out how big the Venn diagram intersection is between fans of the two.
Read MoreApple Watch Ultra repairs cost $499 without AppleCare+
You can get an Apple Watch Series 8 cellular model for that price.
Read MoreBose's QuietComfort Earbuds II automatically customize sound and ANC
The second-generation model of Bose's QuietComfort Earbuds has a new design and a host of updates to both sound and ANC.
Read MorewatchOS 9 will arrive on September 12th
You'll need Apple Watch Series 4 or later to use the new OS.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 8 has a temperature sensor and crash detection
As is the tradition, Apple is pulling the cover off of a new Apple Watch at its September event.
Read MoreHTC reveals face and eye-tracking accessories for the Vive Focus 3 VR headset
The Facial Tracker is $99, while the Eye Tracker will run you $249.
Read MoreApple Watch Pro renders and leaked cases show off a larger screen and new button
The latest leaks and renders point to an Apple Watch Pro with a larger screen and extra button.
Read MoreWithings has a new smart scale and 'Health+' fitness subscription platform
It's the start of a new generation of Withings devices.
Read MoreJabra's Elite 5 noise-canceling earbuds have a lot to offer for $150
Jabra's latest mid-range earbuds have ANC and a host of other handy features for $150.
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Xbox (7)
'Deathloop' is now available on Xbox Game Pass
The former PS5 console exclusive just got a big update that adds a new ability and cross-play.
Read MoreMicrosoft confirms its recent Series X update lets Xbox One discs be played offline
Many Xbox One disc games can be played offline thanks to a new update.
Read MoreThe Xbox app for PC now has 'HowLongToBeat' built in
Microsoft has released a new version of the Xbox app for PC.
Read MoreDiscord voice chat is now available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S
Following an Insider beta test that began in July, Discord voice chats are now available on all Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S consoles
Read MoreXbox players can now start a game from a friend's clip or screenshot
A noise suppression option removes background audio and breathing from party chats on Series X/S.
Read MoreMicrosoft’s Xbox Elite Series 2 wireless controller is now available in white
It's also selling a separate component pack for $60.
Read More'Halo Infinite' will not get a split-screen campaign co-op mode after all
However, online campaign co-op and Forge mode will finally arrive in November.
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