Akai reveals a bigger sibling for one of the best budget MIDI controllers
Akai has unveiled a new budget MIDI controller that packs more keys and controls than you'd expect for the price.
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Microsoft’s Presenter+ is a sleek PowerPoint remote for the hybrid work era
Microsoft's new Presenter+ remote is a sleek slide for hybrid work.
Read MoreValve finally opens up reservations for its $89 Steam Deck dock
The Steam Deck is at last available to order without a reservation as well.
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AI (8)
Hitting the Books: AI could help shrink America's gender wage gap
In her new book, The Equality Machine, Dr. Orly Lobel explores how digital technologies -- often maligned for their roles in exacerbating societal ills -- can be harnessed to undo the damage they've caused.
Read MoreShutterstock and OpenAI will team up to sell AI-generated stock images
Shutterstock will sell AI-generated stock images from DALL-E thanks to a widened deal with OpenAI.
Read MoreBumble open-sourced its AI tool for catching unwanted nudes
In a recent blog post, Bumble announced it was open-sourcing Private Detector, making the framework available on Github.
Read MoreAdobe's upcoming AI experiments include a powerful drag-and-drop composite tool
Adobe has showed off a bunch of experimental tools in an event, including one that can create composite images with just a click.
Read MoreAdobe Photoshop update adds refined selections and AI photo restoration
Adobe adds refined selection, AI filters and more to its suite of Photoshop apps across desktop and iPad
Read MoreAdobe adds AI masking and content-aware healing to Lightroom 2022
Adobe Lightroom 2022 has arrived, and the latest features make it easier to select people or objects to adjust their colors or remove them completely.
Read MoreWhite House unveils its 'blueprint' for an AI Bill of Rights
On Tuesday, the White House OSTP released its long-awaited Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights to help guide AI development while safeguarding the rights of the American public.
Read MoreUS set to impose more trade restrictions on Chinese AI and supercomputer companies
The White House is set to unveil rules that would further restrict access to advanced computing technology in China that could be used by its military.
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Amazon (11)
Amazon issues ill-timed advice after driver dies of apparent dog attack
One day after an Amazon driver in Missouri died of an apparent dog attack, some workers are accusing the company of sending an ill-timed, tone-deaf message in light of the incident.
Read MoreAmazon is offering two Blink Mini cameras for the price of one
The price on two Blink Mini cameras is down to $30, which is as low as it was during October's Prime Day.
Read MoreAmazon faces $1 billion lawsuit over claims it 'tricks' UK customers into paying more
A lawsuit accuses Amazon of using the Buy Box to 'trick' customers into paying more.
Read MoreWarehouse workers in Atlanta accuse Amazon of unfair labor practices
The workers, who have petitioned Amazon for a wage increase, say the retailer exploits its warehouse staff with unsafe working conditions and low wages.
Read MoreAmazon warehouse in Albany votes against unionization
Amazon workers at a warehouse in Albany, New York are the latest to vote against joining a union.
Read MoreExclusive: Amazon’s attrition costs $8 billion annually according to leaked documents. And it gets worse.
Amazon churns through workers at an astonishing rate, well above industry averages. That staggering attrition now has an estimated financial cost.
Read MoreAmazon will no longer publicly test its Scout delivery robots
It's also 'reorienting' the program and matching team members to other roles within the company.
Read MoreAmazon suspends Staten Island workers who held impromptu strike
Amazon has suspended about 50 workers at a Staten Island warehouse after they held an impromptu strike.
Read MoreAmazon is killing its interactive Glow video device for kids
It's no longer available for purchase on the website.
Read MoreAmazon workers hold impromptu strike after Staten Island warehouse fire
At least 100 employees were demanding paid time off for the night.
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Apple (36)
Apple's M2 MacBook Pros could arrive next March
Apple won't release any more new Macs before the end of the year, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Read MoreApple's limited repair commitments are frustrating independent repairers
The iPhone 14 may be easier to disassemble, but it's far harder to repair.
Read MoreApple turns healthy profit despite weak iPad sales
Apple maintained a healthy profit in its summer quarter despite poor iPad sales and so-so iPhone and services.
Read MoreApple pulls gambling ads from App Store product pages following backlash
Apple has been getting flak for serving gambling ads within app listings.
Read MoreApple's new iCloud web interface is much more useful than before
Apple has launched a major redesign of the iCloud web interface in beta, and you might just like using it.
Read MoreSpotify accuses Apple of impeding its fledgling audiobook business
Spotify launched its audiobook business just last month with 300,000 titles, but is now saying that Apple is engaging in "anticompetitive" behavior.
Read MoreApple's Freeform whiteboard app is now available for developers
The software arrived alongside the latest iOS, iPadOS and macOS betas.
Read MoreApple raises the price of Music and TV+ subscriptions
Apple has increased the prices of Music, TV+ and One bundles.
Read MoreApple releases macOS Ventura, iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16
The Mac and iPad updates center around the Stage Manager multitasking feature. Meanwhile, Apple Fitness+ has arrived on iPhone, which should not have as many of those annoying copy-and-paste prompts.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Bono finally apologizes for that free iTunes U2 album
Apple's head of hardware design is leaving the company after three years, Elon Musk's Neuralink delays event to November 30th, Bono finally apologizes for that free iTunes U2 album.
Read MoreApple’s next Mac Pro could feature an M2 chip with up to 48 CPU cores
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports the new Mac Pro will feature chips that are "at least twice or four times as powerful" as the unannounced M2 Max.
Read MoreApple’s App Store will display more ads starting next week
Starting on October 25th, the App Store will begin to display two new categories of ads.
Read MoreApple's head of hardware design is leaving the company after three years
Apple's industrial design chief is leaving, three years after she helped replace Jony Ive.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Apple's confusing new iPads
This week, we discuss Apple's baffling new base iPad and the new iPad Pro with M2.
Read MoreApple Fitness+ comes to iPhone on October 24th
Apple has revealed that Fitness+ will reach the iPhone on October 24th, and iOS 16.1 should debut at the same time.
Read MoreApple store workers go on strike in Australia
Apple retail staff in Australia have gone on strike to push for better pay and working conditions.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple reveals redesigned iPad, M2-powered iPad Pro and new Apple TV 4K
Apple reveals redesigned iPad, M2-powered iPad Pro and new Apple TV, Motorola and Lenovo show off rollable smartphones and laptop concepts, Netflix will begin charging 'extra user' fees early next year.
Read MoreHow to pre-order Apple's 2022 iPad, iPad Pro, and Apple TV 4K
Apple's newest crop of devices are available to order today; here's the skinny on what's new before you buy.
Read MoreApple stops selling the Apple TV HD
Apple has discontinued the Apple TV HD, making the new 4K model its most affordable media player.
Read MoreThe new $129 Apple TV 4K has an A15 chip, 64GB of storage and HDR10+ support
The new Apple TV 4K gets the A15 chip, more storage and HDR10+ for $129
Read MoreApple's redesigned entry-level iPad has an A14 chip and USB-C charging
Apple has introduced a redesigned entry-level iPad with USB-C, a landscape camera and a higher price.
Read MoreMercedes-Benz is the first to roll out Apple Music's Spatial Audio in cars
After announcing it nearly a year ago, Mercedes-Benz is finally rolling out Apple Music's Spatial Audio in select electric and luxury vehicles.
Read MoreNew iPad Pro M2 models are reportedly just days away
The next-generation iPad Pro with Apple's latest M2 processor is set to arrive in "a matter of days," according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Read MoreApple Store workers in Oklahoma City vote to unionize
The Apple Store at Oklahoma City's Penn Square Mall becomes the company's second retail location to unionize in the US.
Read MoreApple's mixed reality headset reportedly uses iris scanning for payments and sign-ins
Apple's mixed reality headset is rumored to use iris scanning for payments, and might beat Meta's Quest Pro in key areas.
Read MoreApple slapped with a $19 million fine in Brazil for not selling iPhones with a charger
Another Brazilian court has ordered Apple to bundle power adapters with iPhone purchases.
Read MoreFAA says Apple AirTags are allowed in checked baggage
The FAA says you can carry Apple AirTags in your checked baggage, and Lufthansa has rejected talk of a supposed ban.
Read MoreApple Card users can soon sign up for a 'high-yield' savings account
Apple Card users can soon open a high-yield savings account that takes their Daily Cash or even their bank funds.
Read MoreApple is reportedly withholding new benefits from unionized retail workers
The employees will have to negotiate for the healthcare and education perks, according to Bloomberg.
Read MoreApple TV and Music apps are coming to Windows next year
You soon won't need to rely on a web app or iTunes to access the services.
Read MoreApple iCloud photo libraries will soon be viewable in Windows
Windows users can now view iCloud Photos libraries.
Read MoreAll Apple AirPods and Mac accessories could feature USB-C by 2024
Apple will more widely adopt USB-C across its product portfolio over the next few years, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Read MoreHitting the Books: Steve Jobs' iPhone obsession led to Apple's silicon revolution
Microprocessors are shaping up to be the crude oil of the 21st century.
Read MoreApple wins appeal to slash its $1.2 billion French antitrust fine by two-thirds
The Paris court of appeals has reduced Apple's $1.2 billion by two-thirds to $364.6 million, but Apple wants it to be zero.
Read MoreApple faces US labor complaint over union busting
The NLRB has issued a complaint against Apple for allegedly violating labor laws through its anti-unionization efforts at an NYC store.
Read MoreApple no longer activates its proprietary SIM cards for iPads with cellular data
Apple no longer offers its own SIM card for cellular iPads. You'll need a carrier card or eSIM to connect.
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Telegram nixes paid posts on iOS after blowback from Apple
The service is working on ways for creators to bypass 'Apple's restrictive ecosystem,' CEO Pavel Durov said.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Duolingo is ready to teach you math
Duolingo is ready to teach you math, SpaceX's pricier Starlink internet service for RVs now works on moving vehicles, Sony's new high-end camera shoots 8K video with AI-powered autofocus.
Read MoreDuolingo's free Math app arrives on iOS
Duolingo is moving beyond language learning for the first time with an app that offers elementary math lessons and a brain training course for adults.
Read MoreWhatsApp went down for users worldwide (updated)
Instagram and Facebook appear to be unaffected.
Read MoreBlackmagic's powerful DaVinci Resolve video editor is coming to iPad
Blackmagic Design is bringing it's popular DaVinci Resolve video editing app to the iPad, promising support for RAW, cloud collaboration and more,
Read MoreDuckDuckGo makes its Mac browser beta open to all
DuckDuckGo's browser for Mac is still in beta, but it's now open for public testing. As you'd expect, it has built-in privacy-focused features, including a special YouTube player that prevents personalized ads.
Read MoreAbleton Note brings Live's Session View to iOS
Ableton Note is a bit like Live's 'session view@ but for iPhones.
Read MoreDiscord rolls out a lower-priced Nitro subscription
Discord now has a more affordable Nitro Basic subscription, not to mention shared activities like games.
Read MoreUber Eats now delivers cannabis in Canada
The company says it's the first time a major third-party platform has offered weed delivery anywhere.
Read MoreSignal is winding down plaintext SMS support in its Android app
While it may be inconvenient, the move could make messaging more secure.
Read MoreValve releases redesigned Steam mobile app with QR code login
It's now out for Android and iOS.
Read MoreSerato adds on-the-fly stem isolation and effects to its DJ app
Serato DJ launches its newest public beta today, including the Serato Stems tool for audio isolation and effects on-the-fly.
Read MoreYahoo Mail app update makes it easier to manage receipts and track deliveries
Yahoo has launched its Mail app with a number of updates designed to help users track receipts, gift cards and "free trial" subscriptions
Read MoreTwitter gives its DMs on the Android app a more modern look
The social network also rebuilt DMs on Android to improve its responsiveness and other capabilities.
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Big Tech (19)
The Morning After: Elon Musk now owns Twitter
UN warns there's currently 'no credible pathway' to keep temperature rise under 1.5C, Elon Musk now owns Twitter, NASA's InSight lander detected a meteoroid impact on Mars.
Read MoreElon Musk reportedly tells Twitter he won’t lay off 75 percent of staff
Elon Musk visited Twitter's HQ and reportedly denied that he's laying off 75 percent of the company's employees.
Read MoreTwitter employees warn Musk mass layoffs would be 'reckless'
Days before Elon Musk's deal to acquire Twitter could finally close, workers at the social company are warning that staff cuts would be "reckless."
Read MoreJustice Department alleges Chinese spies tried to disrupt a criminal investigation into Huawei
Two spies from the People's Republic of China attempted to interfere in a criminal investigation by the US Department of Justice into a prominent Chinese telecommunications company, according to the Justice Department.
Read MoreElon Musk reportedly wants to lay off most of Twitter's employees
Twitter is gearing up for layoffs no matter whether Elon Musk purchases the company, which could happen as soon as this Friday, according to a report from The Washington Post.
Read MoreTesla's chaotic third quarter saw profits climb but revenue falter
Tesla CEO Elon Musk briefed investors on the state of the company in Q3, 2022 on Wednesday.
Read MoreAdobe announces the first cameras to support Frame.io direct RAW uploads
Adobe has unveiled the first cameras to support its Frame.io Camera to Cloud system.
Read MoreComcast raises speeds for most of its Xfinity internet plans
Comcast has raised speeds for most of its Xfinity cable internet plans, but the competition isn't standing still.
Read MorePayPal's new rewards program includes Honey shopping discounts
PayPal has trotted out a unified rewards program that now includes Honey's shopping discounts.
Read MoreThe Morning After: SpaceX will keep paying for Ukraine's access to Starlink
SpaceX will keep paying for Ukraine's access to Starlink, Google Fiber will offer 5Gbps and 8Gbps internet plans in early 2023, Razer reveals its $400 cloud gaming handheld, the Edge.
Read MoreElon Musk says SpaceX will keep paying for Ukraine's access to Starlink
SpaceX chief Elon Musk said on Twitter that the company will just keep funding Ukraine's access to Starlink for free. His announcement comes shortly after reports came out that the company sent a letter to the Pentagon, asking the Defense Department to take over paying for Ukraine's access to the satellite internet.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Microsoft’s Surface event, Pixel reviews and the Quest Pro headset
This week, our hosts dive into the biggest news from Microsoft, Google, Meta, Samsung and more.
Read MoreSamsung and Google are working to streamline setting up Matter smart home devices
Today at its annual developer conference, Samsung announced a deeper partnership with Google to make it easier for consumers to set up smart home devices using the Matter protocol.
Read MoreRoku is moving into smart home gear with Wyze's help
The initial lineup includes a video doorbell, cameras and smart bulbs.
Read MoreIntel will reportedly lay off thousands of employees as PC sales slow
Some divisions will lose up 20 percent of their staff, according to 'Bloomberg.'
Read MoreRoku may soon begin selling its own smart home lighting and accessories
Roku appears to be expanding into the smart home space with a smart bulbs, light strips and security cameras.
Read MoreElon Musk's lawyers ask judge to call off Twitter trial
Lawyers for Elon Musk have officially asked to cancel the upcoming trial with Twitter, as the two sides attempt to negotiate a deal.
Read MorePeloton is cutting another 500 jobs in its fourth round of layoffs this year
The company has more than halved its headcount in 2022.
Read MoreAmazon, Apple, Microsoft, Meta and Google to improve speech recognition for people with disabilities
The University of Illinois (UIUC) has partnered with Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, Microsoft and nonprofits on the Speech Accessibility Project.
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Buying Guides (55)
Bose's QuietComfort 45 headphones are $80 off right now
Our top pick for wireless headphones get high marks for noise cancellation and are $80 off right now.
Read MoreAmazon's latest tablet sale brings the Fire HD 10 back down to $75
Amazon has once again discounted much of its Fire tablet lineup, with the standout being the 10.1-inch Fire HD 10 back on sale for $75.
Read MoreRoomba robot vacuums are up to 35 percent off at Amazon
Among the discounted models include the affordable but excellent Roomba 694.
Read MoreThe 4K Chromecast with Google TV is back on sale for $40
Amazon has taken $10 off both the 4K and HD versions of the Chromecast with Google TV.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel Buds Pro drop to $150, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include deep discounts on Google's Pixel Buds Pro, Samsung Tab S8 and Beats Studio Buds.
Read MoreAmazon's Echo Show 5 is available for $30 apiece when you buy two
Amazon's Echo Show 5 is a smart alarm clock we like, and right now Amazon is selling a two-pack of the diminutive smart displays for a new low of $60.
Read MoreSonos' latest sale takes 20 percent off home theater bundles
If you've been looking to dive headfirst into a new high-end home theater system, a new Sonos sale that takes 20 percent off various bundles of the company's home theater devices may be of interest.
Read MoreApple's MacBook Air M2 is back on sale for $1,049
Apple's M2-based MacBook Air is down to just $1,049 at Amazon.
Read MoreSony's WH-XB910N ANC headphones are 51 percent off right now
Sony's WH-XB910N noise-cancelling headphones are 51 percent off, or just $123.
Read MoreJabra's Elite 3 earbuds are back on sale for $50
Jabra's Elite 3 should fit the bill for most people looking for a quality set of no-frills wireless earbuds on the cheap, and today it's on sale for $50 at various retailers.
Read MoreSamsung's 2022 The Frame smart TVs are cheaper than ever right now
We're seeing record-low prices for all sizes of Samsung's The Frame, a smart TV that looks like art when it's off.
Read MoreThe second-gen Apple Pencil hits a new low of $89
For serious iPad artists and note takers, a notable deal on Apple's Pencil 2 has dropped the stylus to a new low of $89 at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Watch 5 is on sale for $230 right now
Amazon is selling the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 at a new low price of $230, and Pro models are also receiving steep discounts.
Read MoreAmazon’s Echo is half off right now
If you missed the chance to pick up an Echo during Amazon's recent Prime Day sales event, now's your chance to buy one for less than ever.
Read MoreBeats Studio Buds drop to a new low of $90 at Amazon
The Beats Studio Buds are one of the better pair of affordable wireless earbuds you can buy at the moment.
Read MoreApple's M1 MacBook Air drops to $799, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include the M1 MacBook Air for $799, the iPad Air for $519, and multiple deals on streaming services we recommend.
Read MoreThe 2021 Apple TV 4K is cheaper than ever right now
You can get the 2021 Apple TV 4K for $100 from Amazon right now.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel Buds Pro are down to a new low of $150 right now
Several Google devices are on sale today, including the noise-canceling Pixel Buds Pro marked down to $150, the lowest price we've seen to date.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 8 returns to an all-time low of $349
The Apple Watch Series 8 is back to an all-time low of $349 at Amazon.
Read MoreApple's M1 iPad Air is back down to one of its best prices to date
Amazon's knocked $80 off Apple's M1 iPad Air, bringing it down to $519, the second-best price we've tracked.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch Ultra is on sale for the first time
The $20 you'll save is enough for two months of Apple Fitness+ access.
Read MoreiRobot's Roomba 694 is on sale for $199, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include the Roomba 694 for $199, the Google Pixel 6a for $349 and the Beats Fit Pro earbuds for $160.
Read MoreThe best October Prime Day monitor deals we could find
Here are the best deals on monitors from LG, Samsung, Dell and others we found for October Prime Day 2022.
Read MoreOoni's Fyra 12 pizza oven is cheaper than ever for Prime Day
Amazon knocks 22 percent off the Ooni Fyra 12 pizza oven, bringing it down to $279 for October Prime Day.
Read MoreAmazon will knock an extra $20 off if you buy two Kindles
Amazon is taking an additional $20 off when you buy two Kindle e-readers.
Read MoreThe best deals on Galaxy phones, watches and other Samsung devices for October Prime Day
Amazon's October Prime Day on today is a good opportunity to grab deals ahead of Christmas, and Samsung products are particularly well represented.
Read MoreSony's excellent WH-1000XM5 headphones are down to $348 for Prime Day
The best wireless headphones you can buy right now are back on sale.
Read MoreRazer's Blade 14 gaming laptop is $800 off for Amazon's October Prime Day
Razer's Blade 14 gaming portable just got an $800 discount through Amazon's Prime Early Access sale.
Read MoreInstant Pots, air fryers and cookers are up to half off for Amazon's October Prime Day
If you've been eyeing those Instant Pots or Instant air fryers that everyone seems to have, they're on sale as part of Amazon's Prime Early Access Day.
Read MoreAnker's October Prime Day deals bring charging accessories down to new record lows
The brand has powerbanks, power strips and cables on sale.
Read MoreAudio-Technica's ATH-M20xBT headphones drop to $59 for Prime Day
That's an all-time low for a great set of budget-friendly cans.
Read MoreThe 2021 Apple TV 4K is back on sale for $109
If you missed the chance to buy the Apple TV 4K when it was $70 off during Prime Day earlier this year, now is your chance to get it at that price again.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel Buds Pro hit a new all-time low of $160
Amazon is selling Google's Pixel Buds Pro at a new low price of $160 for Prime Day.
Read MoreAmazon Prime Early Access sale cuts Western Digital and SanDisk storage by up to 65 percent
Amazon's Prime Day is here, which for many of us, means getting more storage on the cheap.
Read MoreApple's 10.2-inch iPad drops to an all-time low of $269
Apple's current 10.2-inch iPad has dropped to a record-low $290 at Amazon.
Read MoreApple's second-gen AirPods Pro drop to their lowest price ever for Prime Day
You can pick up the company's higher-end earbuds for $235.
Read MoreThe best October Prime Day deals on Amazon devices we could find
Here are the best deals on Amazon devices, including Echo speakers, Fire tablets and more, for October Prime Day.
Read MoreApple's 256GB 12.9-inch iPad Pro is $300 off and cheaper than ever
This might be your best chance to save money on a 2021 iPad Pro.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch Series 8 is already $50 off
Apple's latest Watch Series 8 just came out last month, but you can already grab a deal on it.
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle Paperwhite drops to $100, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include Amazon's Kindle Paperwhite for $100, Google's Pixel 6a for $349 and the 2021 iPad mini for $400.
Read MoreApple's 2021 iPad mini falls back to a low of $400
If you've been eyeing a 2021 iPad Mini, the 64GB model is on sale at Amazon for $400 (20 percent off) in three colors, matching the lowest price we've seen.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 7 pre-orders at Amazon include a free $100 gift card
Amazon is offering a free $100 gift card when you pre-order the Google Pixel 7, and the Pixel 7 Pro includes a $200 card.
Read MoreApple's previous-gen AirPods Pro drop to $170 at Amazon
Amazon knocks 32 percent off the first-generation AirPods Pro, bringing them down to $170.
Read MoreSeagate's 1TB Xbox Series X/S storage card is back on sale for $200
Seagate's 1TB Xbox Series X/S expansion card is down to $200, making it easier to add room for games.
Read MoreAmazon's Eero Pro 6E WiFi bundle is $280 off for Prime members
That makes the three-pack even cheaper than the bundle with two nodes.
Read MoreAmazon's Blink security cameras and bundles are up to 54 percent off
The Blink Outdoor and a two-pack of the Mini have dropped to all-time-low prices.
Read MoreiRobot's Roomba 694 is on sale for $199 right now
Amazon knocks up to 27 percent off iRobot Roomba robot vacuums, bringing the Roomba 694 down to only $199.
Read MoreSamsung's 256GB Galaxy Z Flip 4 is on sale for $900 right now
Amazon knocks 15 percent off the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4, bringing the 256GB version down to $900.
Read MoreApple's second-generation AirPods fall to a new low of $79
That's $10 less than we saw last Black Friday.
Read MoreSamsung's 512GB Galaxy Z Fold 4 is $420 off at Amazon
The 512GB Galaxy Z Fold 4 is down to just $1,500 at Amazon — a bargain when Samsung normally charges more for the 256GB version.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 6a is cheaper than ever right now
If you've been eyeing Google's Pixel 6a but waiting for a sale, now is the time to act.
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition returns to a record low of $135
Amazon's Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is the best e-reader on the market bar none, and you can now pick one up at the lowest price we've seen.
Read MoreAmazon's latest sale knocks up to 50 percent off Fire tablets
Amazon is holding a sale on Fire tablets, with the Fire HD 10 back down to its Prime Day price of $75. The newer Fire 7 is down to $45.
Read MoreAmazon's Fire TV Stick 4K Max drops back down to an all-time low of $35
It's on sale with other Fire TV devices for this year's second Prime Day event.
Read MoreAmazon's Echo Show 5 drops to a new low of $35
Amazon is holding a sale on Echo devices in which both the Echo Show 5 and Echo Show 8 have dropped to record-low prices.
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Computing (4)
Lego is discontinuing its Mindstorms robotics kits by the end of the year
Now, Lego has announced it will be discontinuing Mindstorms at the end of the year and providing support for the mobile app for at least another two years beyond that.
Read MoreThe next version of Thunderbolt is built for multi-monitor setups
Intel has unveiled the next version of Thunderbolt, and the new standard is aimed at multi-display users.
Read MoreiPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura arrive on October 24th
You'll finally be able to get your hands on iPadOS 16 next Monday, October 24th.
Read MoreNetgear’s Orbi 860 mesh routers are a more affordable option for multi-gig internet
Netgear has released new Orbi routers with 10Gbps Ethernet, but without the extra-high price tag of earlier models.
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Cybersecurity (16)
FTC says ed tech company Chegg exposed data belonging to 40 million users
The FTC has taken action against education provider Chegg for allegedly 'careless' data security that exposed data for over 40 million users.
Read MoreUK police fail to use facial recognition ethically and legally, study finds
Use of live facial recognition (LFR) by UK police forces "fail[s] to meet the minimum ethical and legal standards," according to a study.
Read MoreFCC proposes rules to prevent fake emergency alerts
The FCC has proposed rules that could limit false emergency alerts meant to create panic.
Read MoreThe New York Post says racist and sexist posts came from rogue employee (updated)
The New York Post is investigating a hack that filled its site and Twitter account with racist and sexist headlines.
Read MoreFTC seeks to penalize Drizly and its CEO over a breach that exposed 2.5 million users' data
The FTC has taken action against both Drizly and its CEO. It said that their decisions had enabled a security breach that exposed the personal data of millions of users.
Read MorePayPal adds passkey support in the US for easier logins and check outs
PayPal now gives users the option to use quicker and safer passkey logins.
Read MoreA hacker who stole and sold Ed Sheeran songs for crypto gets prison time
Adrian Kwiatkowski, a hacker from Ipswich in England who stole two unreleased songs by Ed Sheeran, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison.
Read MoreHackers forced more than a dozen US public airport websites offline
The incident did not affect air traffic control or other critical operations.
Read MoreBiden signs executive order to protect personal data transfers between the US and EU
President Biden has signed an executive order meant to improve privacy protections for US-EU data transfers.
Read MoreBinance forced to briefly halt transactions following $100 million blockchain hack
The company's CEO said the issue has been contained and all funds are safe.
Read MoreFast Company returns after attack that saw obscene Apple News alerts pushed to readers
The business-focused publication is back after being offline for eight days.
Read MoreUber's ex-security chief was found guilty of covering up a major data breach in 2016
Joseph Sullivan didn't notify the FTC of a 2016 security breach that affected 57 million Uber drivers and passengers.
Read MoreDDoS attack on 'Overwatch 2' servers prevents fans from playing the game on launch day
Players report getting stuck in queue behind tens of thousands of other people also waiting to get in.
Read MoreMastercard wants to make crypto purchases less risky
Mastercard has launched a service that aims to take the risk out of buying crypto.
Read MoreA data-sharing agreement between the US and UK is now in effect
The countries say the pact will help combat serious crimes, but privacy advocates have raised concerns.
Read MoreHackers release 500GB of data stolen in LA school district ransomware attack
500GB of sensitive data has leaked following a ransomware attack against the Los Angeles Unified School District, including Social Security and health info.
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Entertainment (1)
Hitting the Books: The fall 2022 reading list
Hitting the Books Quarterly is back with a brewer's six-pack of great titles to get you clear through to cuffing season!
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EVs and Transportation (44)
Mopar shows off its electrified Jeep 'CJ Surge' concept at SEMA 2022
At SEMA 2022, Mopar showed of the Jeep CJ Surge, an EV restomod that could become the basis for an electrified classic muscle car renaissance.
Read MoreEU member countries agree to ban sale of gas-powered cars and vans starting in 2035
The European Commission revised its reduction targets for passenger cars' and light vehicles' carbon dioxide emissions. They wouldn't be achievable unless only zero-emission models are sold starting in 2035.
Read MoreTesla Cyberquad for Kids recalled due to federal safety standard violations
The Consumer Product Safety Commission said the product didn't have adequate mechanical suspension and maximum tire pressure, among other issues.
Read MoreDOJ reportedly investigating Tesla’s Autopilot self-driving claims after crashes
The Justice Department launched a probe last year to look into whether Tesla had made unsupported full self-driving claims, according to Reuters.
Read MoreFord CEO Farley explains the business factors behind Argo AI's shuttering
Shortly after news broke that self-driving subsidiary Argo AI will be closed, Ford CEO Jim Farley spoke during the company's Q3 earnings call about that decision.
Read MoreAutonomous vehicle startup Argo AI is shutting down
Investors Ford and VW will absorb the company's tech and hire some of its employees, according to TechCrunch.
Read MoreGM says it's ready to power all its US facilities with renewable energy by 2025
General Motors is on track to secure 100 percent of the electricity it needs to power all of its US facilities with renewable energy by 2025.
Read MoreLyft's Pink subscription plan is back with a lower $10 fee (and fewer perks)
Lyft has revamped its Pink subscription with a lower price, although you'll want to pay more for the best perks.
Read MoreKen Block's first electric Gymkhana features a one-of-a-kind Audi EV
Ken Block has driven his first electric Gymkhana, and the centerpiece is a unique Audi EV.
Read MoreUrtopia's tech-heavy e-bike is only as good as its software
An ebike with GPS, 4G, mmWave, Bluetooth, WiFi and more really really needs a reliable app to tie it all together.
Read MoreHitting the Books: The early EVs that paved the way for GM's Ultium success
In "Charging Ahead" author, David Welch, recounts GM CEO Barra's efforts to reinvent a company that has been around since horses still pulled buggies, reimagine the brand's most iconic models and bring EVs to the masses.
Read MoreGM officially reveals its $107,000 electrified 2024 GMC Sierra Denali
GM took to social media on Thursday to unveil its third electrified offering a burly-looking Sierra Denali EV that does not disappoint.
Read MoreEV startup Arrival to refocus business on electric vans for the US market
EV startup Arrival has announced that it has decided to shutter its bus and automotive ventures to instead "refocus its resources on the US market while further advancing its enabling technologies."
Read MoreWing is expanding its drone delivery service to Ireland in the coming weeks
Today, drone delivery service Wing announced that it will launch a small-scale operation in Lusk, Ireland, a small town 20km north of Dublin.
Read MoreVanMoof's new A5 and S5 e-bikes are harder to steal and smoother to ride
VanMoof's e-bikes before, but its latest generation of e-bikes usher in changes across the board. The company has tried to make most of the parts on its newest e-bikes itself. The most significant change might be the removal of the tube-based display of the S3 and X3 bikes, swapping it for a duo of Halo Rings near the buttons on each side. The company continues to offer peace of mind against e-bike theft, through a system-wide lock system and its team of bike hunters.
Read MoreBMW will spend $1.7 billion to build EVs in the US
BMW will spend $1.7 billion to build more EVs in the US
Read MoreBiden admin awards $2.8 billion to ramp up US EV battery production
The Department of Energy is awarding $2.8 billion in grants to 20 companies across the US that will promote the production of materials to make EV batteries domestically, the Biden administration announced today.
Read MoreWhat it's like to drive a Lucid Air after its first major update
ucid did an exquisite job with the Air, its first ever car. But like all automakers, the company found that developing good software is tougher than it looks. While the Air's driving dynamics are top-notch and the design has been praised, there have been reports of laggy elements plaguing the infotainment system. With Lucid UX 2.0, the automaker is hoping to squelch those issues with nearly a complete rewrite of the vehicle's software.
Read MoreLyft's app now lets you reserve and pay for a parking spot
Lyft now lets driver's search, reserve and pay for a parking spot on its app.
Read MoreIkea is trialing driverless truck deliveries in Texas
Ikea has teamed up with Kodiak Robotics to use autonomous trucks to deliver its products from a distribution center near Houston to a retail store near Dallas.
Read MoreRolls-Royce's first EV is the $413,500 Spectre coupe
Rolls-Royce has unveiled its first EV, the Spectre coupe, and it's every bit as quiet and smooth as you'd expect — if you're willing to pay $413,500 for it.
Read MoreCadillac's $300,000 Celestiq EV prioritizes a luxurious ride
Cadillac has revealed many more detals for the Celestiq, and it's clear the luxury EV is geared more toward smooth rides than drag races.
Read MoreMercedes-Benz' EQE SUV is its first electric crossover to get the AMG treatment
As part of its ambitious electric vehicle plans, Mercedes has taken the wraps off its latest model, the EQE SUV — plus a bonus high-performance AMG version.
Read MoreNikola founder Trevor Milton convicted on three charges of fraud
Trevor Milton, the founder and former executive chairman of Nikola, has been found guilty on three counts of fraud for misleading the electric vehicle company's investors about its business and technology.
Read MoreSony and Honda will open pre-orders for their first EV in 2025
Their joint company aims to make the first deliveries in the US by 2026.
Read MoreThe Polestar 3 electric SUV will start at $85,300 when it arrives in late 2023
The Polestar 3 is official, and the electric SUV promises a healthy 379-mile range with loads of safety tech.
Read MoreHyundai wants all of its vehicles to support over-the-air updates by 2025
Hyundai has unveiled the roadmap for its EV future, saying its entire lineup across brands will become "Software Defined Vehicles" (SDVs)
Read MoreBMW will distract you with casual games while you charge your EV
BMW will offer in-car casual gaming next year.
Read MoreDelta invests in air taxi startup Joby to enable home-to-airport flights
Delta has invested in air taxi pioneer Joby to offer short-hop flights from home to the airport.
Read MoreGM is using its Ultium battery tech for a lot more than EVs
On Tuesday, the automaker announced that it is expanding its portfolio into energy management services with GM Energy.
Read MoreRivian recalls 13,000 EVs due to potential steering control problem
The number makes up almost all the EVs Rivian has ever delivered.
Read MoreToyota restarts bZ4x EV production after fixing dangerous wheel flaw
Toyota has restarted production of its first EV, the bZ4X, after fixing a flaw that could have the wheels come loose.
Read MoreGM will make an Ultium battery pack prototype for the US military
The Defense Department hopes to electrify tactical military vehicles.
Read MoreWelcome to the age of the cargo bike
Cargo cycling has the potential to end thousands of needless car and truck journeys. Here's how easy it is.
Read MoreMusk says Tesla's electric Semi truck has started production
The company expects to make its first deliveries in December, with Pepsi being the recipient.
Read MoreHonda fully reveals the design of its electric Prologue SUV
Honda has finally offered a complete look at the design of its Prologue EV, including a tech-laden interior and practical features.
Read MoreUber will offer rides in autonomous Ioniq 5 taxis powered by Motional
Uber has signed a 10-year agreement to use autonomous Ioniq 5 EVs from Hyundai's Motional for ride-hailing and deliveries.
Read MorePure’s new e-scooters are friendlier to novice riders
It's a next-generation e-scooter from one of the UK's biggest names.
Read MoreTesla phasing out ultrasonic sensors as it moves toward a camera-only system
Tesla has announced that it's phasing out ultrasonic sensors (USS) used in its EVs to detect short-range obstacles.
Read MoreZipline drones will deliver medicine to communities in Utah
It can only do deliveries in the Salt Lake Valley area for now, but it will expand its coverage over the next five years.
Read MoreWisk Aero's latest flying taxi has four seats and can fly itself
Wisk has showed off its 6th-generation semi-autonomous air taxi, calling it the "first-ever candidate for type certification by the FAA of an autonomous eVTOL."
Read MoreMaserati's first electric GranTurismo is just as sporty as its gas counterpart
Maserati has unveiled its first electric coupe, and its standout feature is what you won't notice — it's as sleek as the gas version.
Read MoreTesla built 365,923 electric vehicles in Q3, up 42 percent from Q2
While the automaker hit a record high number of deliveries, the figure was below analyst expectations.
Read MoreIntel-owned autonomous driving tech company Mobileye files for an IPO
Intel previously said that it's using some of the funds it earns from the IPO to build new chip factories.
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Gaming (23)
‘Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II’ update fixes party-related crashes
If Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II has crashed when you've tried to play with a party of friends, you'll want to download the game's latest update as soon as possible.
Read MoreTeam Ninja's 'Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty' comes to consoles and PC on March 3rd
Team Ninja's demon-slayer 'Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty' comes to consoles and PCs on March 3rd.
Read More'The Witcher' is getting an Unreal Engine 5 remake
CDPR is going back to where it all began with a remake of its very first game.
Read More‘Fallout 4’ is getting high-FPS and 4K upgrades on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC
A 'Fallout 4' update will improve frame rate and resolution on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
Read More'Kerbal Space Program 2' finally arrives on February 24th
'Kerbal Space Program 2' will finally be available to play on February 24th as an Early Access release.
Read More'Resident Evil 4' remake gameplay shows tense but familiar action
New 'Resident Evil 4' remake trailers provide good looks at the game, and suggest the frenzied action will remain intact despite the greater focus on horror.
Read MoreThe Silent Hill universe is expanding with three vastly different games
Konami today dropped a ton of news about the future of its iconic horror franchise, and aside from confirming a remake of Silent Hill 2, the studio revealed three new games in the same universe: Silent Hill Townfall, Ascension and f.
Read MoreThe next Sims game is a cross-platform title dubbed 'Project Rene'
Developer Maxis also shed some light on what's coming to 'The Sims 4' and its mobile games.
Read MoreKonami will reveal what's next for the Silent Hill series on October 19th
It's been a decade since the last game, if you don't count 'P.T.'
Read MoreRazer’s cloud gaming handheld starts at $400 for the WiFi-only model
A 5G version of the Razer Edge is also coming in January, but pricing is currently unknown.
Read MoreEven Tetris players don’t know what the future holds for competitive Tetris
When you think of esports, Tetris likely doesn't come to mind. Let alone NES Tetris played on original hardware. Yet, this weekend at the Portland Retro Gaming Expo a new Classic Tetris World Champion (CTWC) will be crowned, and it'll likely be the most hotly contested, highest-viewed tournament in the game's almost 35-year history.
Read MoreTake-Two is shutting down the developer behind the mobile hit 'Two Dots'
Rockstar, Zynga and 2K owner Take-Two Interactive is shutting down Playdots, the New York-based studio behind the popular mobile game Two Dots.
Read MoreBlizzard is giving away freebies to 'Overwatch 2' players to apologize for its rocky launch
It's holding Double Match XP weekends, as well.
Read More'Among Us VR' delivers virtual backstabbing on November 10th (updated)
'Among Us VR' will let you betray your friends on November 10th.
Read More‘Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II’ will use Blizzard's controversial SMS Protect system
When the next Call of Duty arrives on October 28th, fans will need to connect a phone number to their Battle.net account to play the game.
Read More‘Persona 3 Portable’ and ‘Persona 4 Golden’ arrive on Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation and Switch this January
On Saturday, ahead of Persona 5 Royal's October 21st release on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Steam and Xbox Game Pass, Atlus announced that it would release Persona 3 Portable and Persona 4 Golden to additional platforms on January 19th, 2023.
Read More'Need for Speed Unbound' revives the racing series on December 2nd
'Need for Speed Unbound' is bringing back EA's street racing series on December 2nd, and it'll include A$AP Rocky in the bargain.
Read More'Overwatch 2' will no longer require legacy players to verify their phone number
The requirement is preventing people on prepaid from accessing the game.
Read MoreStadia launch title 'Gylt' is heading to other platforms next year
The very first Stadia exclusive, 'Gylt,' is going to other platforms in 2023 now that Google's service is shutting down.
Read More'Dead Space' remake trailer shows a twist on familiar gameplay
The first gameplay trailer for the 'Dead Space' remake reveals a twist on the horror formula.
Read MoreCD Projekt Red is working on a 'Cyberpunk 2077' follow-up and several new Witcher games
CD Projekt Red has outlined its game roadmap, including a 'Cyberpunk' sequel and several new Witcher games.
Read MoreActivision Blizzard found to have withheld raises from unionizing Raven Software workers
The labor board determined that the company attempted to undermine a union drive.
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Google (44)
Google buys an AI avatar startup to take on TikTok
Google has quietly acquired a startup that was working on using AI to generate avatars for social media users and brands.
Read MoreYouTube opens up a verification program for healthcare professionals
Verified doctors, nurses and other professionals can have a label under their videos to make it clear they're accredited sources of health information.
Read MoreGoogle Workspace individual plans jump from 15GB to 1TB of storage
Until now, users only got the same amount of storage that they'd have with a free Gmail account.
Read MoreGoogle finally lets you view its latest Nest cameras on the web
Google now lets you view all Nest cameras on the web.
Read MoreGoogle will end Chrome support on Windows 7 and 8.1 in early 2023
You'll still be able to use older builds of the browser on those operating systems, but you'll need a more recent version of Windows to keep getting feature and security updates.
Read MoreIndia fines Google $113 million for abusing the Play Store's dominance
It's the second time in a week that the country has slapped Google with a nine-figure, Android-related fine.
Read MoreYouTube Music contractors vote to unionize
The 58 workers want bargaining rights and formal recognition of their bargaining unit after a supermajority signed union cards.
Read MoreThe Republican National Committee is suing Google over Gmail's spam filters
The Republican National Committee has accused Google of sending "millions" of campaign emails to Gmail spam folders.
Read MoreGoogle fined $161.9 million in India over 'anti-competitive' Android policies
India has fined Google $161.9 million for allegedly abusing its dominance to favor its own Android apps.
Read MoreTexas AG sues Google over its facial data collection practices
Texas AG, Ken Paxton, is once again suing Google -- this time over the company's use of facial and voice biometric data gathered from the state's residents.
Read MoreGoogle Messages updates bring iOS reactions and YouTube embeds
Google has detailed the new, recent and upcoming changes to its Messages app. They include the ability to react to iPhone text messages, to reply to individual messages by swiping on them and to watch YouTube without having to leave the application.
Read MoreGoogle launches its News Showcase program in France
Google's News Showcase program has arrived in France, and it will give users free access to a limited amount of paywalled content from partner publications.
Read MoreGoogle's iOS 16 lock screen widgets are now available
Google's lock screen widgets for iOS 16 are now available, making Gmail and other apps that much more useful.
Read MoreGoogle is reportedly shifting its focus to hardware at Assistant's expense
Google is said to be shifting its focus toward hardware as it hedges its business against Android and regulators.
Read MoreGoogle redesigns Family Link and introduces child-friendly Google TV recommendations
Google has made Family Link's most used tools easier to find and use in the new interface it designed for the parental controls application.
Read MoreGoogle Fiber will offer 5Gbps and 8Gbps internet plans in early 2023
Google Fiber will offer 8Gbps service as soon as early 2023, and it could easily outperform your cable provider.
Read MoreGoogle will soon test Project Starline video chat booths in the real world
Google now plans to test its huge video chat booths in real life with companies like T-Mobile and WeWork.
Read MoreGoogle lets Donald Trump's Truth Social into Play Store
The Donald Trump-backed Truth Social is live in Google's Play Store following a months-long delay due to concerns over its content moderation policies.
Read MoreGoogle begins adding passkey support in Android and Chrome
Google has begun rolling out initial passkey support for Android and Chrome.
Read MoreGoogle Meet will soon send you a transcript of your meeting
Other Workspace updates include automatic frame centering when you're in meetings.
Read MoreGoogle is trying to make Chromebooks built for cloud gaming
One part of Google may have given up on cloud gaming, with Stadia set to be discontinued in a few months. But on the ChromeOS team, there's a whole new initiative to try and push back on the whole "you can't game on a Chromebook" thing. Today, Google — along with a handful of hardware and software partners — are announcing what it calls "the world's first laptops built for cloud gaming."
Read MoreWaymo's cafeteria workers are forming a union
4,000 other Google food service workers unionized during the pandemic.
Read MoreGoogle is shutting down its Assistant-powered Driving Mode
After announcing it at I/O 2019 and finally launching it officially last year, Google is shutting down the Assistant Driving Mode dashboard.
Read MoreEpic Games and Match Group want to bring additional antitrust allegations against Google
Epic Games and Match Group are attempting to expand their lawsuits against Google to include additional allegations against the search giant.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: The Pixel 7 and Google’s new family of devices
We dive into everything we learned at Google's Pixel 7 event.
Read MoreEverything Google announced at its Pixel 7 event
There weren't a lot of surprises in store at today's Google event in Brooklyn — after all, the company started teasing its Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro smartphones, the Pixel Watch and the Pixel Tablet months ago. Regardless, we now have all the details on Google's latest hardware, all of which you can pre-order now in advance of the October 14th launch date (with the exception of the Pixel Tablet, which Google still says will launch sometime in 2023). In the meantime, here's what you need to know about these new phones and watch.
Read MoreGoogle's Recorder app will automatically add speaker labels on Pixel 7
The At a Glance feature will surface more types of helpful info, such as rain alerts and baggage claim details.
Read MoreThe Pixel Tablet will attach to a speaker base to double as a smart display
Though the Pixel Tablet isn't officially launching, Google was eager to share more details at its hardware event today,
Read MoreGoogle's 'Guided Frame' helps visually impaired users shoot better pictures
It'll tell you when to shoot a selfie if you can't see the frame.
Read MorePixel 7's Google Assistant updates let you silence calls with your voice
Google is giving the Pixel 7 some Assistant upgrades, including a way to silence incoming calls with your voice.
Read MoreGoogle's latest Pixel devices feature more recycled materials than ever
The Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro frames are now made of 100 percent recycled aluminum, while the Pixel Watch housing uses 80 percent recycled steel
Read MoreThe Pixel 7 packs Google's Tensor G2 chip and starts at just $599
After being teased back at I/O 2022, today Google announced the new Pixel 7 starting at just $599 and featuring a refreshed design, a Tensor G2 chip and a bunch of new photo and video enhancements.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 7 event liveblog: Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel Watch and more
Engadget is liveblogging Google's Pixel 7 event, happening October 6th at at 10am ET.
Read MoreWatch Google's Pixel Event here at 10AM ET
It's time to find out much more about the Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel Watch.
Read MoreGoogle will pay Arizona $85 million over illegally tracking Android users
Google will pay Arizona $85 million to settle a 2020 lawsuit, which claimed that the search giant was illegally tracking Android users.
Read MoreGoogle is revamping its Home app with a focus on customization
With the launch of the Matter smart home protocol and new Nest devices, Google has updated its Home app with a raft of new features.
Read MoreGoogle’s second-gen wired Nest Doorbell is smaller and offers improved imaging
It's now available in the US for $180.
Read MoreGoogle's Nest WiFi Pro arrives with faster speeds and new high-gloss design
As expected, Google has unveiled the Nest WiFi Pro mesh router system with a new glossy design, faster WiFi 6E speeds and a simpler setup.
Read MoreGoogle’s Nest Renew program can now help US customers prioritize clean energy use
So long as they have a compatible Nest thermostat.
Read MoreThe Morning After: What to expect from Google’s Pixel 7 event
YouTube is asking users to subscribe to Premium to watch 4K videos, What to expect from Google's Pixel 7 event, There's a PS5 jailbreak, but only for old firmware.
Read MoreGoogle delivers the Pixel 4 and 4 XL's last guaranteed update
Google has released its final guaranteed update for the Pixel 4 and 4 XL — you'll have to move to a new phone to get consistent updates.
Read MoreWhat to expect from Google's Pixel 7 event on October 6th
Google is about to hold an event launching the Pixel 7 and Pixel Watch — here's what to expect from those devices.
Read MoreChrome's controversial new extension platform is coming in 2023
Chrome's controversial new Manifest V3 extension platform is coming in 2023.
Read MoreGoogle reportedly canceled a Stadia-exclusive follow-up to 'Death Stranding'
It didn't see a market for single-player games anymore, according to 9to5 Google.
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Laptops (2)
Framework is selling refurbished versions of its modular laptops
Framework, which make modular, easy-to-repair laptops with the idea of reducing e-waste, is now selling refurbished models.
Read MoreAcer says the Swift Edge is the ‘world’s lightest’ 16-inch OLED laptop
The Swift Edge only weighs 2.62 pounds.
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Lifestyle (3)
Get wireless Beats headphones for $99 and a laptop bundle for under $200 at Walmart
Plus, score a Hisense smart TV, Eufy stick vacuum and more Deals for Days.
Read MoreSave hundreds on tech gifts for the holidays, from Beats earbuds to an Apple TV
Get fully immersed in your shows, games and work with these incredible deals from Walmart.
Read MoreAct fast: Save over $100 on a Samsung Galaxy tablet, top-rated air purifier and more
Today is the last day to score absolutely outrageous deals from Walmart's Rollbacks & More sales event.
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Meta (21)
Mark Zuckerberg will testify in the FTC’s antitrust case against Meta
The Federal Trade Commission will call on Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to testify in its upcoming case against the company.
Read MoreMeta confirms next-generation Quest headset is coming in 2023
Meta is already teasing its Quest 3 headset, which will be coming sometime in 2023, the company's executives said.
Read MoreMeta says it will lose even more money on the metaverse in 2023
Reality Labs s losing more money than ever, Facebook's parent company disclosed in its latest earnings report.
Read MoreThe Wire retracts reporting on Meta citing 'certain discrepancies'
After nearly three weeks of escalating rhetoric, The Wire retracted its Meta reporting.
Read MoreMeta threatens to block news content in Canada over media revenue-sharing legislation
Facebook parent company Meta says it may stop Canadians from sharing news content in response to the country's proposed Bill C-18 legislation.
Read MoreFacebook Groups now include Reels and more anti-misinformation tools
Facebook Groups now include Reels, and can automatically flag misinformation for review.
Read MoreThe bizarre saga of Meta, The Wire and their fight over Indian content moderation
After Indian publication 'The Wire' reported on what appeared to be a wrongful Instagram takedown, the story quickly spiraled into a series of explosive claims Meta says are based on fabricated evidence.
Read MoreMeta's AI translator can interpret unwritten languages
Meta researchers have developed an open-source machine learning system that can directly translate unwritten languages through speech-to-speech conversion.
Read MoreMeta will have to sell Giphy after losing UK appeal
Meta will be forced to sell Giphy after losing an appeal with a UK regulator.
Read MoreMeta is killing off its Instant Articles format for news stories
The company said it 'doesn't make sense to over invest in areas that don't align with user preferences.'
Read MoreMeta's VR legs video wasn't what it seemed
The animated Mark Zuckerberg shown jumping on screen apparently used motion capture.
Read MoreLawsuit accuses Meta executives of taking bribes from OnlyFans
Meta executives have been accused of accepting bribes from OnlyFans to give the service an unfair edge.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Meta’s next-gen $1,500 VR headset revealed
Blizzard is giving away freebies to 'Overwatch 2' players to apologize for its rocky launch, Meta's next-gen VR headset is called the Quest Pro, and it costs $1,500, NASA successfully altered the orbit of an asteroid.
Read MoreMeta will integrate Zoom and Microsoft Teams into its VR workspaces
At Meta Connect, Mark Zuckerberg showed off upcoming integrations with Zoom and Microsoft teams, along with a slew of other features meant to make the headset more appealing to businesses.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Can Meta deliver on its metaverse ambitions?
Dutch court rules that being forced to keep a webcam on while working is illegal, Can Meta make its metaverse ambitions work? Samsung offers its smart TV features to rival manufacturers.
Read MoreQuestions Meta needs to answer about the metaverse at Connect
At this year's Meta Connect, which kicks off at 10 AM PT on Oct. 12th with a keynote from Zuckerberg, the stakes feel even higher. And we still have a lot of questions about what it really means to be a "metaverse company."
Read MoreMeta warns 1 million Facebook users who installed password-stealing apps
Meta is warning 1 million Facebook users that their account information may have been compromised by third-party apps from Apple or Google's stores
Read MoreMeta sues several app developers for allegedly stealing 1 million WhatsApp accounts
Meta has sued several Chinese companies doing business as "HeyMods," "Highlight Mobi" and "HeyWhatsApp" for stealing over a million accounts.
Read MoreMeta will close its Substack newsletter competitor by early 2023
It brought in prominent figures such as Malala Yousafzai to write Bulletin newsletters.
Read MoreSheryl Sandberg has left Meta, but the company will keep paying for her personal security
Sheryl Sandberg recently stepped down as Meta COO, but the company will continue to pay for her personal security through June 2023.
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Microsoft (17)
Microsoft is making it easier for Xbox users to join Discord voice chats
Thankfully, you soon won't need a phone to join Discord voice chats from Xbox.
Read MoreMicrosoft wants to build an Xbox-branded mobile game store
Microsoft is developing an Xbox game store for phones, and it's hoping the Activision Blizzard deal will help.
Read MoreMicrosoft lays off hundreds of employees (updated)
Microsoft is the latest big player in tech to lay off workers.
Read MoreMicrosoft's HoloLens headsets are giving US Army testers nausea
Microsoft's HoloLens headsets for the US Army are creating some problems, including headaches and a limited field of view.
Read MoreMicrosoft Office will be replaced by Microsoft 365 as part of its ongoing refresh
Microsoft is removing most of the remaining Office branding in favor of Microsoft 365.
Read MoreMicrosoft accuses UK regulator of adopting Sony's complaints in Activision probe
UK's Competition and Markets Authority will look more deeply into Microsoft's Activision Blizzard purchase.
Read MoreMicrosoft's Seeing AI app can scan the boxes of Centrum, Emergen-C and more to read out details
Microsoft's free iOS app will read out detailed information of products like Advil, Theraflu, Excedrin and more, so those with visual impairments can more easily learn about them.
Read MoreMicrosoft's Teams Premium service uses AI to recap your meetings
Microsoft has unveiled Teams Premium, which boosts video meetings with AI-powered recaps and translations.
Read MoreMicrosoft's Surface Studio 2+ gets 11th-gen Intel chips and RTX 3060 graphics
Microsoft's Surface Studio 2+ gets 11th-gen Intel chips and RTX 3060 graphics
Read MoreMicrosoft's Audio Dock is a hybrid speaker and laptop hub
Microsoft has unveiled an Audio Dock that serves as a music speaker, a meeting speakerphone and laptop hub.
Read MoreMicrosoft's adaptive mouse and accessories arrive on October 25th
The Adaptive Accessories will be available on October 25th "in select markets." Pricing and the specific regions remain unclear.
Read MoreMicrosoft's (barely) refreshed Surface Laptop 5 starts at $1,000
For fall 2022, Microsoft is updating its mainstream notebook line with the new Surface Laptop 5, which features new 12th-gen Intel CPUs and support for Thunderbolt 4.
Read MoreMicrosoft’s new AI graphic design app is built on DALL-E
New hardware isn't the only thing Microsoft had to share at its Surface event.
Read MoreMicrosoft Surface 2022 event liveblog: Surface Pro 9, Surface Laptop 5, Surface Studio 2+ and more
We're gearing up to liveblog Microsoft's Surface device event at its NYC store.
Read MoreWatch Microsoft's Surface event with us at 10AM ET
Expect to see a whole bunch of new hardware, possibly including the Surface Pro 9 and Surface Laptop 5.
Read MoreThe Morning After: What to expect from Microsoft's Surface event
Rivian recalls almost all its EVs due to a potential steering control problem All Apple AirPods and Mac accessories could feature USB-C by 2024 What to expect from Microsoft's Surface event later this week.
Read MoreWhat to expect from Microsoft's Surface event on October 12th
Microsoft is holding its fall hardware event, and new models of the Surface Pro, Laptop and Studio might be on tap.
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Mobile (2)
The EU will require USB-C charging for mobile devices by the end of 2024
The EU has voted to require USB-C charging ports on mobile devices by the end of 2024, and Apple may be the most affected.
Read MoreFCC will start kicking voice providers out of its robocall database
The FCC is now telling some voice providers it will kick them from its robocall database if they don't improve their anti-spam efforts.
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News (16)
Minnesota and DC sue Target-owned Shipt delivery service for worker misclassification
The Minnesota and District of Columbia attorneys general are suing Target-owned Shipt delivery service over worker misclassification.
Read MoreUN warns there's currently 'no credible pathway' to keep temperature rise under 1.5C
Compared with current policies, the UN says a further 45 percent cut in greenhouse gas emissions is needed to get on track and stay under the to 1.5C threshold.
Read MoreSony's high-resolution A7R V mirrorless camera now shoots 8K video
Sony has unveiled the first A7R V, its latest camera designed to shoot portraits, landscapes and other subjects that require as much resolution as possible.
Read MoreOM System unveils the OM-5, its first camera without the Olympus name
OM System has launched its first camera that doesn't carry the Olympus name, the $1,200 OM-5.
Read MoreA store that sells Nothing will open in London this year
Nothing is opening its first retail store in London in time for the holidays.
Read MoreSony's ZV-1F is its most affordable vlogging camera yet
Sony has unveiled the ZV-1F, its third and most affordable vlogging camera, designed for creators as a "step up" from smartphones.
Read MoreElizabeth Warren presses Texas on crypto miners’ energy use
Elizabeth Warren and six other Democratic senators are pressing Texas' energy regulator on whether the crypto mining industry is putting additional strain on the state's grid.
Read MoreAlex Jones ordered to pay $965 million after misinformation campaign targeting Sandy Hook families
A jury awarded $965 million to 15 victims of Alex Jones' conspiracy theories about the 2012 mass shooting. at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
Read MoreLabor Department proposal may lead to gig workers gaining employee status
It may become harder for companies like Uber and Lyft to classify drivers as contractors.
Read More1010music’s Razzmatazz is a delightfully pink and pocketable drum machine
The $399 groovebox is the latest addition to the Nanobox lineup.
Read MoreDutch court rules that being forced to keep a webcam on while working is illegal
A court in the Netherlands has ruled that a US company violated a Dutch worker's human rights by forcing him to keep his webcam on during work hours.
Read MoreThe Internet Archive is building a library of amateur radio broadcasts
It's also looking for print materials to digitize, as well as early-internet communications.
Read MoreTeenage Engineering and Love Hulten designed a drum machine 'with heart disease'
CHD-4 is raising awareness of childhood heart defects.
Read MoreThe Matter smart home standard is finally available
The Matter smart home standard has finally been released, and companies like Amazon, Apple and Google are adopting it.
Read More'The Onion' filed a real brief with the Supreme Court supporting man jailed for making fun of cops
Anthony Novak was arrested for running a Facebook page that parodied the police department of Parma, Ohio.
Read MoreCoinbase users were unable to withdraw funds to US bank accounts for six hours
The crypto exchange had a 'major outage' on Sunday.
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Nintendo (5)
Nintendo's retro controllers now work on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV and Mac
The latest iOS, iPad OS, tvOS and macOS updates add support for the modernized retro gamepads.
Read MoreTwo 'Mario Party' games are coming to Nintendo's Switch Online Expansion Pack
'Mario Party' and 'Mario Party 2' are coming to Nintendo Switch Online's Expansion Pack subscription.
Read More'Alan Wake Remastered' is now available on the Switch
The horror game is now available for the Nintendo Switch. It's priced at $30, but it's being sold with a 20 percent launch discount.
Read MoreTwo unreleased and 'never digitized' NES games are up for auction on eBay
Two extremely rare "unreleased, one-of-a-kind, never-digitized" Nintendo NES games have appeared on eBay.
Read MoreSomeone made an operating system for the NES
Tinkerers crammed an entire graphical OS into the NES.
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PC Gaming (6)
Rode's gaming sub-brand debuts with 'Unify' streaming software and two familiar mics
The first three products under the new mark are the Unify stream mixing app and two USB microphones.
Read More'Dark Souls 2' PC multiplayer servers are back online after a nine-month outage
However, FromSoftware and Bandai Namco won't bring back online features for the 2012 'Dark Souls: Prepare to Die' edition on PC.
Read MoreNVIDIA cancels the 12GB GeForce RTX 4080
NVIDIA is 'unlaunching' the 12GB GeForce RTX 4080 in recognition of the confusion the GPU caused.
Read More'Spider-Man: Miles Morales' is coming to PC on November 18th
'Spider-Man: Miles Morales' is coming to PC on November 18th, although you'll need a powerful machine to make the most of it.
Read MoreEA starts rolling out a new PC app to replace Origin
Mac users will still use Origin for the foreseeable future.
Read MoreNanoleaf LED shapes and light bars now sync with Corsair gaming products
Nanoleaf, known for its modular wall lighting tiles, has teamed up with gaming company Corsair to make gaming setups more immersive and colorful.
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PlayStation (3)
A 'Silent Hill 2' remake is coming from Bloober Team and it's a PS5 console exclusive
As the rumors suggested, a remake of Silent Hill 2 is in the works from Bloober Team.
Read MoreSony's DualSense Edge PS5 controller will arrive on January 26th
Pre-orders for the $200 peripheral will open up on October 25th.
Read MoreThere’s an apparent PS5 jailbreak, but only for old firmware
The exploit has some major restrictions, but it could kickstart the console's jailbreaking scene.
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Reviews (41)
HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook review: The best of ChromeOS, but not worth the price
Google has been making high-end Chromebooks for almost a decade now, dating back to the $1,300 Chromebook Pixel in 2013. At the time, many people saw it as a beautiful but strange device. In the years that followed, both Google and its hardware partners have made premium Chromebooks more and more commonplace. Though, a still-unconfirmed report earlier this year suggests Google is giving up on making laptop hardware, at least for now. The company hasn't said anything of the sort yet, but the reality is that Google hasn't made a new Chromebook since the Pixelbook Go in late 2019. Of course, that hasn't stopped other manufacturers from making Chromebooks with gorgeous screens, great industrial design and powerful hardware. But HP's Elite Dragonfly Chromebook, released earlier this year, might be the nicest I've used in a long time. It also has a jaw-dropping price point, starting at well over $1,000. Much like the original Chromebook Pixel, HP's latest is a joy to use that is very hard to recommend because of that price.
Read MoreMeta Quest Pro review: A next-gen headset for the VR faithful
Meta's new Quest Pro headset represents a big jump up in hardware compared to the Quest 2, but its $1,500 price tag and limited slate of optimized apps at launch make it a tough sell for anyone who isn't a die-hard VR advocate.
Read MoreApple iPad review (2022): An expensive facelift
A year ago, I thought each of the four tablets in the iPad lineup was differentiated well from the others, and it was fairly easy to see what features you got as things got more expensive. The new 10th-generation iPad throws a wrench in things, though. It's a complete redesign from last year's model that cribs heavily from the Air while also bringing a handful of compromises to upsell potential customers on Apple's more expensive tablets. But the new iPad also contains a few puzzling decisions and a $120 price hike — the base model now costs $449. Muddying the waters further, last year's iPad remains available at $329. And while I think the improvements Apple made to the 10th-generation iPad are significant, I'm not sure how many people in the market for an inexpensive tablet will find these changes worth their cash.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: iPad and iPad Pro review (2022)
This week, Devindra and Deputy Editor Nathan Ingraham dive into Apple's latest iPad and iPad Pro.
Read MoreNothing Ear Stick hands-on: Stylish and comfortable, but I miss the noise cancellation
Nothing's second entry in the world of true wireless earbuds are stylish and comfortable, but we really miss the noise-cancellation features found in the company's first wireless buds.
Read MoreMicrosoft Surface Pro 9 5G review (SQ3): A beautiful lie
The 5G-equipped Surface Pro 9 is a handsome hybrid tablet PC, but its custom ARM processor severely limits its performance and app compatibility.
Read More'The Callisto Protocol' hands-on: Think Dead Space, but grosser
I almost expected more out of The Callisto Protocol – more growth since Dead Space, a new perspective on horror, a stronger attempt to be different than that iconic game. Instead, Callisto leans into Dead Space's original ideas and competes with them directly.
Read More‘Bayonetta 3’ turns witchy weirdness into an art form
Bayonetta 3 is full of classic Bayonetta madness, all of it amped up by one degree. The stakes are higher than they've ever been, the enemies are absolutely massive, Bayonetta's magic is incredibly powerful, her outfits are outstanding, and the fights don't stop coming.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Testing out Apple's new entry-level iPad
Justice Department alleges Chinese spies tried to disrupt a criminal investigation into Huawei, Apple raises the price of Music and TV+ subscriptions, Listen to the eerie sounds of a solar storm hitting the Earth's magnetic field.
Read MoreThe new iPad Pro is ludicrously fast (just like last year's model)
Evaluating the new iPad Pro is a simpler task than the basic iPad that Apple announced alongside it last week. That iPad has been completely redesigned. But the 2022 iPad Pro is a minor iteration of the model released in early 2021, which was powered by the M1 chip. Now, with M2 Macs out in the wild, Apple decided its best tablet needed one, too. That new chip is by far the most notable change here. Otherwise, the design, screen, cameras, storage options, accessories and price are all the same. That's not a big problem, though, because the iPad Pro was already an outstanding device — and the Liquid Retina XDR display Apple introduced on last year's 12.9-inch model is still a simply outstanding screen. There are a couple new tricks here, like the Apple Pencil "hover" feature and the ability to shoot video in Apple's ProRes codec, but by and large this iPad Pro isn't angled at people who bought that M1 model. Instead, it's just a case of Apple flexing its muscles by making the most powerful, spare-no-expense tablet that it can.
Read MoreApple's redesigned iPad is mostly worth the higher price
Apple's new entry-level iPad has been completely redesigned -- and it costs $120 more than last year's model. It's no longer quite the bargain it was, but the upgrades here are mostly worth the extra cash.
Read MorePokémon Scarlet and Violet hands-on: Monster catching remixed
In a move to freshen up the series for its ninth generation, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet feature the biggest gameplay revamp in series history. Here's what we think after going hands-on.
Read MoreFormovie Theater review: A formidable $3,000 Dolby Vision UST projector
The $3,000 Formovie Theater offers features and image quality not found in any other UST projector even remotely in this price range.
Read MoreMoog resurrects Moogerfooger effects as a collection of digital plugins
After being discontinued in 2018 Moog is bringing Moogerfooger effects back as a collection of plugins.
Read MoreArturia MiniLab 3 hands-on: A big upgrade for a budget MIDI controller
Arturia's MiniLab 3 adds a full sized MIDI ports, an arpeggiator, faders and improves DAW integration.
Read MoreArturia’s MiniFreak is a weird-but-powerful digital synth at a great price
Arturia's MiniFreak is weird and powerful digital synth that builds on success of the MicroFreak in exciting ways.
Read MoreHitting the Books: The women who made ENIAC more than a weapon
Kathy Kleiman uncovers the secret history of ENIAC and the forgotten team of women who first programmed it in "Proving Grounds," out now.
Read MoreAcer’s cloud gaming Chromebook is a solid laptop, even if you don’t game
Earlier this week, Google and hardware partners ASUS, Acer and Lenovo announced a somewhat surprising initiative to build Chromebooks expressly for cloud gaming. While many Chromebooks are a riff on the classic 13-inch laptop, the first round of these devices have large, high-resolution screens with fast refresh rates, anti-ghosting keyboards, powerful processors and a few software tweaks to better work with cloud gaming services like GeForce NOW. All these laptops are set to be released by the end of October, but I got a chance to check out a pre-production version of Acer's Chromebook 516 GE. Over the last week, I've played some games with it as well as put it through my daily work routine. I'll need to test the final version before giving it a proper review, but the Chromebook 516 GE has a lot going for it, whether you play games or not.
Read More‘Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion’ tries to scale up a PSP game to the PS5
As Square Enix tees up part 2 of its big-budget Remake project, 'Crisis Core Reunion' gives newer players the chance to fill in the storyline blanks on Zack. But at its core, it's still a PSP game from 2017.
Read More'Dead Space' hands-on: Gruesome sci-fi horror has never felt so comforting
Dead Space is the granddaddy of all sci-fi horror games, and a hands-on preview of the remake proves that its core concepts are even more powerful on modern hardware. At least, when the game isn't a low-framerate mess.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro
Microsoft's Surface Studio 2+ gets RTX 3060 graphics and not quite the latest Intel chips, Scientists got lab-grown human brain cells to play 'Pong', Microsoft made a hybrid speaker and laptop hub.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro review: Still the best bargain in flagship phones
While the hardware hasn't changed a ton, the combination of improved software, strong battery life, great screens and very attractive pricing make Google's Pixel 7 and 7 Pro some of the best flagship phones for the money.
Read MorePixel Watch review: Google and Fitbit’s imperfect marriage
The Engadget review of Google's first smartwatch: the Pixel Watch.
Read MoreMicrosoft Surface Studio 2+ hands-on: More power, but still not enough
The Surface Studio 2+ is very fast, but it should be much more.
Read MoreSurface Laptop 5 hands-on: A bare minimum update
While getting faster CPUs is nice, it feels like Microsoft is putting in the bare minimum effort when it comes to refreshing the Surface Laptop 5.
Read MoreMicrosoft Surface Pro 9 hands-on: Can Intel and ARM models live in harmony?
Can an x86 Intel processor and a mobile Arm chip really sit side by side?
Read MoreWhat we bought: The Outin Portable Espresso Machine keeps me caffeinated anywhere
It's a self-contained, mobile espresso maker that makes three shots of glorious hot bean juice at a time, wherever I am. No more standing in line at the 'Bucks.
Read MoreMeta Quest Pro hands-on: The $1,500 headset that ‘will enable the metaverse’
In a move to create hardward designed to enable the Metaverse, today Meta announced the Quest Pro headset featuring upgraded inside-out tracking, scene understand and redesigned optics starting at $1,500.
Read MoreBMW i4 M50 review: An engineering triumph
The 2022 BMW i4 M50 is more than just a sedan with an EV powertrain shoved inside. It's a fine-tuning of suspension, chassis and power that should give those looking at future BMW EVs a reason to be excited.
Read MoreNVIDIA RTX 4090 review: Unholy power
The RTX 4090 is a beast of a GPU, delivering the fastest performance we've ever seen in a consumer GPU. You'll pay dearly for the privilege of owning one, though. If you're looking for a good deal, it may be worth waiting to see the rest of NVIDIA's 40-series lineup.
Read MoreChromecast with Google TV HD review: Super simple 1080p streaming
While it doesn't support 4K content or Dolby Vision HDR, for just $30, the Chromecast with Google TV (HD) is one of the best 1080p streaming TV devices for the money.
Read MoreErica Synths P?rkons review: A uniquely thunderous drum machine
P?rkons is a uniquely thunderous drum machine. But at $2,059 you need to be in love with its quirks.
Read MoreThe DJI Avata is a nimble cinewhoop drone for FPV novices
DJI has jumped on the cinewhoop trend with the Avata, an FPV drone that's far removed from the company's other models.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Testing Google’s new Pixel 7 phones and its first smartwatch
Now TikTok is copying Instagram with 'Photo Mode' Google reveals the Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro and the Pixel Watch – its first smartwatch, Judge postpones the Twitter v. Elon Musk trial.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 7 and 7 Pro hands-on: Slicker design, same great pricing
Packing a Tensor G2 and a revamped design, the new Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro look to be continuing Google's recent trend of marrying its excellent software with improved AI and machine learning performance.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel Watch hands-on: Possibly the prettiest smartwatch I’ve touched
Google's Pixel Watch is a beautiful piece of hardware with intriguing software.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on the Apple Watch Ultra
Spotify's latest acquisition is a company that detects harmful content in podcasts, Someone made a NES operating system, Amazon is killing its interactive Glow video device for kids.
Read MoreApple iPhone 14 Plus review: It’s an iPhone, but bigger
For anyone who has ever dreamed about a big-screen iPhone without having to shell out for a Pro Max, this year's iPhone 14 Plus is exactly what you want.
Read MoreApple Watch Ultra review: A big smartwatch with some little quirks
The Apple Watch Ultra is surprisingly comfortable for its size, and costs less than expected. It offers many impressive specialized features for outdoor adventurers and lasts longer than other Apple Watches.
Read MoreIntel Arc A750 and A770 review: Trouncing NVIDIA and AMD on mid-range GPU value
Intel's Arc A750 and A770 cards are the new mid-range GPUs to beat.
Read MoreRecommended Reading: Behind the wheel of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
Recommended Reading highlights the week's best writing on technology and more.
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Robotics (2)
Boston Dynamics and other industry heavyweights pledge not to build war robots
Boston Dynamics, along with five other industry leaders announced on Thursday that they will not pursue, or allow, the weaponization of their robots, according to a non-binding, open letter they all signed.
Read MoreXiaomi's new 2-in-1 robot vacuum can wash and dry its own mops
The Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10+ can automatically empty its dust bin, refill its water tank, wash its mops and dry them with heat.
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Samsung (5)
Samsung posts a 23 percent profit decline due to weak demand
Its mobile business had a stellar third quarter, however, thanks to its foldables and flagships.
Read MoreSamsung's Maintenance Mode protects your personal data while your phone is out for repair
After a pilot in Korea, Samsung has begun rolling out Maintenance Mode to Galaxy S22 devices globally.
Read MoreSamsung's One UI 5 update is largely about personalization
The company will start rolling it out later this month.
Read MoreSamsung Wallet payments and passes are coming to 13 more countries this year
Samsung Wallet is expanding to 13 countries by the end of the year, including Denmark, South Africa and UAE.
Read MoreSamsung's Tizen OS is coming to other brands' TVs
Last week LG announced that it would allow third-party TV manufacturers to use its webOS platform and now Samsung is following suit.
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Science (5)
Elon Musk’s Neuralink delays show-and-tell event to November 30th
On Sunday morning, Elon Musk tweeted that the showcase would take place on November 30th.
Read MoreThe cutting-edge cellular therapies aiming to ease America's organ shortage
Only a third of the people waiting for a liver from America's organ transplant network will actually receive a replacement. These are the techniques being used to stretch every donation just a bit farther.
Read MoreSmart buoy 'hears' the sea to protect whales against ship collisions
Smart buoys are using AI to listen to the ocean and help ships avoid crashing into whales.
Read MoreScientists got lab-grown human brain cells to play 'Pong'
But how long until they can play 'Doom'?
Read MoreThis biomechanical art installation gets stabby to the beat of a rhododendron’s electrical noise
Kinetic installation artist David Bowen has given a rhododendron agency in the awesomest way possible: with a really big knife and the power to wield it.
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Smartphones (13)
The iPhone 15 Pro may feature haptic solid-state volume and power buttons
The next-gen iPhone 15 Pro models may swap its physical volume and power buttons for solid state versions that use haptic feedback.
Read MoreRedmi's latest phone can be fully charged in nine minutes
The Redmi Note 12 Discovery Edition can be fully charged in nine minutes with 210W HyperCharge, and it also has a 200MP camera.
Read MoreiPhones will get USB-C charging to comply with EU law, Apple SVP confirms
Apple SVP Greg Joswiak said the company has no choice but to comply with the EU's mandate to ship mobile devices with USB-C ports in the region.
Read MoreOnePlus Nord N300 5G includes a 48MP camera and fast charging for $228
OnePlus has unveiled the Nord N300 5G, and it delivers a few key updates while keeping the price low.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 6a falls to a new all-time low of $299
Though the Pixel 6a may not be top of mind now that the Pixel 7 is out, it only came out in July and is still a darn good budget phone.
Read MorePixel 7 owners can try Google's new Clear Calling feature in beta
Google has made Clear Calling available on the Pixel 7, provided you're willing to use a beta.
Read MoreAndroid 13 Go Edition brings the Material You look to entry-level phones
Google has revealed Android 13 Go Edition, and it finally brings Material You to the most affordable phones.
Read MoreMotorola shows off its concept rollable smartphone
Lenovo is showing off rollable phone and laptop concepts, and they look like some of the more practical efforts yet.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 7 camera app adds ‘Cinematic Blur’ and accessibility features
Google has introduced new and useful AI software camera tricks powered by the new Tensor G2 chip, including Photo Unblur, Cinematic Blur and Guided Frame.
Read MoreHow to pre-order the Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro
Here's how to pre-order Google's Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro smartphones, plus all you need to know about the new Pixel Watch.
Read MoreGoogle's $899 Pixel 7 Pro has 5x optical zoom and a metal trim
The Pixel 7 Pro takes the big design refresh of last year, and adds an aluminum frame and camera bar. Camera-wise, the telephoto camera has been upgraded substantially.
Read MoreGoogle’s Tensor G2 chip gives a modest speed boost to the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro
With a new batch of Pixel phones comes a new chip at the heart of them all: Google's Tensor G2.
Read MoreXiaomi's 12T Pro packs a 200-megapixel camera, but without Leica branding
Xiaomi's 12T Pro is the world's second smartphone with a 200MP camera, but there's no Leica branding here.
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Social Media (39)
Elon Musk reportedly wants Twitter to bring back Vine
Elon Musk's vision for Twitter may include bringing back Vine, the short-form video app the company shuttered in 2016.
Read MoreBizarre Instagram outage left some thinking they were banned
An Instagram outage left some users unable to access their accounts.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Elon Musk wants Twitter users to pay for verification
Musk thinks that verification is a status symbol, and one that's worth paying for.
Read MoreElon Musk considers making verification a Twitter Blue perk
With Elon in charge, Twitter is planning to boost the price of its Blue subscription from $5 to $20 per month and make it mandatory for verified users.
Read MoreTwitter was targeted by a coordinated trolling campaign following Musk takeover
Since Friday, Twitter has been working to stop an "organized effort" by trolls to make people think the company had weakened its content guidelines.
Read MoreElon Musk has reportedly ordered layoffs across Twitter
Elon Musk has ordered company-wide layoffs at Twitter, according to The New York Times.
Read MoreGM suspends advertising on Twitter to evaluate its direction under Elon Musk
GM has temporarily paused paid ads on Twitter, which is now owned by Tesla's chief executive.
Read MoreElon Musk’s Twitter takeover has already emboldened the trolls
It's been less than a day since Elon Musk took over Twitter, but researchers say they have already seen a rise in hate speech on the platform.
Read MoreElon Musk says Twitter will form a 'moderation council' before it reinstates banned accounts
Elon Musk says Twitter will form a council before it makes any major decisions on content and banned accounts.
Read MoreTwitter drops Ticketed Spaces to focus on other live audio features
Twitter has ended a test that let you pay for tickets to join Spaces audio conversations.
Read MoreTwitter’s latest experiment allows users to display NFT marketplace listings
The company is currently testing the feature with select users across iOS and the web.
Read MoreElon Musk has begun his takeover of Twitter
After months of legal drama, Elon Musk has begun his takeover of Twitter. The service could change dramatically under the Tesla CEO's leadership.
Read MoreElon Musk to advertisers: Twitter ‘cannot become a free-for-all hellscape’
Elon Musk took to Twitter to tell advertisers he doesn't wish to turn the platform into a "free-for-all hellscape."
Read MoreSnapchat's 'Director Mode' editing tools are finally ready to use (updated)
Snapchat is rolling out its long-promised 'Director Mode" that adds some TikTok-like editing features.
Read MoreHinge is adding video identity verification to combat scam accounts and catfishing
Selfie Verification will prompt users to upload a video of themselves to confirm they look like the person pictured in their profile.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Elon Musk reportedly wanted to lay off most of Twitter's employees
Elon Musk reportedly wanted to lay off most of Twitter's employees, Amazon faces $1 billion lawsuit over claims it 'tricks' UK customers into paying more, You won't need an Apple Watch to use Fitness+ starting October 24th.
Read MoreTikTok denies that ByteDance planned to use the app to track individuals in the US
TikTok has responded to a Forbes article claiming that its parent company, ByteDance, had planned to use it to track US citizens.
Read MoreInstagram's new anti-abuse features include DM 'kindness reminders'
Instagram is expanding its abuse tools to include, among other things, 'kindness reminders' when you DM others.
Read MoreSnapchat lets subscribers choose when their stories expire
Snap has introduced a number of features for its Snapchat+ subscription app, including a new Story Expiration feature.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Kanye West is buying ‘free speech’ app Parler
'Free speech' app Parler is getting a new owner: Kanye West, Over-the-counter hearing aids go on sale in the US, Silent Hill is making a return.
Read MoreTikTok's livestreaming updates include adult-only broadcasts
TikTok has updated its livestreaming with the option for adult-only broadcasts.
Read MoreKanye West is buying controversial 'free speech' app Parler
The Kanye West social media saga has taken a sharp turn with news that the hip-hop mogul is acquiring the controversial "free speech" app Parler.
Read MoreTwitter is testing a way for users to limit their mentions
Twitter is testing out the ability to control who mentions you.
Read MoreTikTok will offer movie showtimes and ticket options after showing trailers
Separately, TikTok announced details on adding videos to "link in bio" pages during a product summit.
Read MoreSnapchat's new AR lenses let you try on and buy Halloween costumes
The selection includes costumes from Harry Potter, Stranger Things and Squid Game.
Read MoreTwitter and Instagram lock Kanye West's accounts after a weekend of antisemitic posts
Kanye West's return to Twitter has been short-lived.
Read MoreEven Signal is hopping on the Stories bandwagon
At least it's different than copying TikTok.
Read MoreJudge in Twitter v. Elon Musk postpones trial to October 28th
The Twitter v. Elon Musk trial is now on hold as the two sides work to hammer out a deal for Musk to complete his buyout of the social media company.
Read MoreNow TikTok is copying Instagram with 'Photo Mode'
TikTok is copying Instagram with a new feature called "Photo Mode." The update allows TikTok users to share multiple still photos in a post, along with captions of up to 2,200 characters.
Read MoreTwitter's edit button finally debuts in the United States, but you'll have to pay for it
Twitter has begun to roll out its new tweet-editing feature to Twitter Blue subscribers in the United States.
Read MoreFacebook is letting users choose which posts they want to see more of
With profits shrinking of late, Facebook has been shutting down unpopular apps and focusing on its core services.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Twitter says it will close deal with Elon Musk, again
Twitter says it will close deal with Elon Musk, again, 'Overwatch 2' server attack prevented fans from playing the game on launch day, Xiaomi's 12T Pro packs a 200-megapixel camera.
Read MoreInstagram will shove ads into more parts of the app
Ads are coming to the Explore grid and user profiles.
Read MoreTwitter confirms it intends to close deal with Elon Musk
Twitter confirmed it had received Musk's letter that "the intention of the Company is to close the transaction at $54.20 per share."
Read MoreElon Musk tells Twitter he wants to go ahead with original deal
Elon Musk wants to own Twitter after all. Bloomberg reports he has sent a proposal to Twitter suggesting they go ahead with the original deal to buy the company for $54.20.
Read MoreTwitter finally starts rolling out the edit button, but US users will have to wait
Twitter Blue subscribers in Canada, Australia and New Zealand will get the feature first.
Read MoreKim Kardashian will pay $1.26 million to settle SEC charges over a crypto post
The agency says Kardashian didn't disclose that she was paid for an Instagram Story.
Read MoreThe Morning After: TikTok has live shopping stream ambitions for the US
TikTok has live shopping stream ambitions for the US, NASA and SpaceX will study the possibility of boosting Hubble's orbit, It's another Pixel Watch leak.
Read MoreTikTok will reportedly bring live shopping to the US this holiday season
TikTok plans to bring its live shopping "TikTok Shop" feature to North America using outsourced technology.
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Space (21)
NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory captured an image of the sun ‘smiling’
The James Webb Space Telescope isn't the only NASA mission capturing Halloween-themed images of celestial bodies.
Read MoreJames Webb Space Telescope captures a spooky view of the Pillars of Creation
Astronomers will be able to develop a better understanding of how stars form thanks to this ghostly image, which arrives just in time for Halloween.
Read MoreSpaceX gears up for Falcon Heavy's first flight since 2019 with a static fire test
SpaceX is targeting a November 1st launch date for the Falcon Heavy's first flight since 2019. It will carry US Space Force satellites to orbit.
Read MoreNASA's InSight lander detected a meteoroid impact on Mars
NASA's InSight lander detected a meteoroid impact on Mars — the first time any mission has caught one on the planet.
Read MoreSpaceX's costlier Starlink internet service for RVs works on moving vehicles
SpaceX has launched a new Starlink option for RV dwellers that they can use to stay connected to the internet even while their vehicle is on the move.
Read MoreThe Morning After: NASA reveals UFO investigation panel
NASA reveals its UFO investigation panel, Apple SVP confirms a USB-C iPhone is coming, Ken Block's first electric Gymkhana features a one-of-a-kind Audi EV.
Read MoreNASA names 16-person panel tasked with investigating UFOs
NASA has unveiled the 16-member panel that will focus on "unclassified sightings and other data collected from civilian government and commercial sectors."
Read MoreListen to the eerie sounds of a solar storm hitting the Earth's magnetic field
Scientists converted data from the ESA's three Swarm satellites into ethereal audio.
Read MoreJames Webb telescope captures 'knot' of galaxies in the early universe
A James Webb telescope image has unveiled a 'knot' of galaxies from 11.5 billion years ago.
Read MoreJames Webb telescope captures Pillars of Creation in unprecedented detail
The James Webb telescope has captured an image of the Pillars of Creation that could reshape thinking about star formation.
Read MoreSpaceX aims to put 350 Mbps satellite internet on planes with Starlink Aviation
SpaceX has revealed that Starlink Aviation can provide speeds of up to 350 Mbps for each airplane. It will begin deliveries for the service's terminals in 2023.
Read MoreSpaceX says it needs US government help funding Starlink satellite internet in Ukraine
SpaceX has told the US military it might stop funding Starlink service in Ukraine unless there's additional funding.
Read MoreAmazon's first Project Kuiper internet satellites will launch on Vulcan Centaur's maiden flight
ULA's Vulcan Centaur will also ferry Astrobotic's lunar lander to space.
Read MoreJames Webb Telescope captures unique dust rings surrounding two stars
The James Webb Telescope has captured an unusual dust pattern around two stars that can track the passage of time similar to ring patterns on the inside of tree trunks.
Read MoreThe original space tourist hopes to go to the moon with SpaceX
SpaceX's next would-be lunar travelers are Dennis Tito, the first space tourist, and his wife Akiko.
Read MoreNASA is now targeting November 14th for the Artemis 1 launch
The agency says minimal work is needed to get the Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft ready.
Read MoreNASA's DART spacecraft successfully altered the orbit of an asteroid
The next time an asteroid threatens Earth, humanity might have a chance of preventing an impact.
Read MoreFrontline Ukraine troops are reportedly enduring Starlink outages
The lack of internet access is said to be hampering efforts to drive back Russian forces.
Read MoreResearchers discover star being consumed by its smaller, deader neighbor
This 'cataclysmic variable' is around 3,000 light years away from Earth.
Read MoreNASA's DART asteroid impact test left a trail over 6,000 miles long
Astronomers have captured an image showing that the trail from NASA's asteroid impact test is over 6,000 miles long.
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Streaming (20)
Twitch hopes its rewritten community policies are easier to understand
Twitch has rewritten its Community Guidelines, and it's hoping the simpler language will result in fewer violations and more reports.
Read MoreFuture ‘Doctor Who’ seasons will air on Disney+
New seasons of 'Doctor Who' will debut on Disney+ outside of the UK and Ireland.
Read MoreYouTube adds pinch-to-zoom on mobile as part of its latest redesign
The dark theme is even darker, and ambient mode brings more color to the app.
Read MoreBono says you can blame him for that free iTunes U2 album
Remember back in 2014 when U2 gave away an album's worth of songs to every iTunes user in the world?
Read MoreYouTube Premium family plan now costs $23 a month
YouTube Premium family plan now costs $23 a month
Read MoreAmazon Prime Video will stream NFL Black Friday games starting in 2023
Amazon Prime Video will start streaming NFL games on Black Friday
Read MoreNetflix will begin charging 'extra user' fees early next year
Netflix is making good on its threats to crackdown on password sharing with a monthly 'extra user' fee.
Read MoreYouTube ends experiment that required a Premium subscription to play videos in 4K
YouTube launched a trial earlier this month that prevented some non-Premium subscribers from being able to play videos in 4K. It has now "fully turned off" the experiment.
Read MoreNetflix moochers can finally transfer their profile to a new account
You can keep your viewing history and game saves after your ex kicks you out of a shared account.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Netflix with ads launches on November 3rd
Sony and Honda will open pre-orders for their first EV in 2025, Netflix with ads launches on November 3rd, Microsoft Office is dead, long live Microsoft 365.
Read MoreNetflix with ads will be available November 3rd for $7 per month
Netflix is launching its ad-supported service on November 3rd, but you'll have to make compromises beyond the commercials.
Read MoreNetflix will finally disclose how many people watch its shows, in the UK at least
It has teamed up with an organization that measures TV ratings for the first time.
Read MoreAmazon's Opportunity Mars rover documentary hits Prime Video on November 23rd
More than a year after it was first announced, Amazon has shared a trailer for Good Night Oppy.
Read MoreProsecutors drop charges against ‘Serial’ podcast subject Adnan Syed
After 23 years in prison, Adnan Syed is a free man.
Read MoreSpotify is reportedly dropping 11 original podcasts
Spotify is said to be dropping 11 original podcasts as it focuses on big exclusives.
Read MoreSpotify's latest acquisition is a company that detects harmful content in podcasts
It says Kinzen will help 'identify emerging threats on the platform' across many languages.
Read MoreThe Disney+ app for PS5 finally supports 4K and HDR
The latest Disney+ app for the PlayStation 5 finally streams in 4K HDR.
Read MoreApple Music now has over 100 million songs
Apple Music now has over 100 million songs, or more than Spotify claims.
Read MoreYouTube has begun asking users to subscribe to Premium to watch 4K videos
YouTube is telling some users they'll need to pay for Premium to watch videos in 4K.
Read MoreABC, ESPN and other Disney networks go dark on Dish and Sling TV
Dish claimed Disney wanted nearly $1 billion more to extend a contract that has now expired.
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Tablets (3)
Google is rolling out Chrome improvements on Android tablets today
Google has turned its attention to tablets with today's Chrome on Android update, which focuses on improving tab navigation.
Read MoreApple announces an M2-powered iPad Pro with WiFi 6E
The latest high-end tablet starts at $799 and it has a new 'hover' function for Apple Pencil.
Read MoreThe Surface Pro 9 comes with either 12th-gen Intel CPUs or a 5G Arm chip
The Surface Pro 9 is both the same, and dramatically different, from Microsoft's last model.
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Tomorrow (1)
Hitting the Books: What the wearables of tomorrow might look like
Smaller, more powerful electronics are leading the current wearable revolution. In The Skeptic's Guide the the Future, Dr. Steven Novella looks at what comes next.
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TV & Movies (8)
Netflix renews 'The Witcher,' recasts Liam Hemsworth as Geralt of Rivia
A big change is coming to Netflix's popular fantasy series.
Read MoreNetflix's animated Sonic series will arrive on December 15th
A new teaser for the 24-episode first season will arrive on Thursday evening.
Read More‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ finds riches in its own margins
'Lower Decks' celebrates the painstaking work of space exploration.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The Silent Hill universe is expanding, with help from J.J. Abrams
Meta's AI translator can interpret unwritten languages, The Silent Hill universe is expanding, with help from J.J. Abrams and others, Microsoft wants to build an Xbox-branded mobile game store.
Read More'Return to Silent Hill' will bring Konami's horror franchise back to movie theaters
'Return to Silent Hill' will bring Konami's horror franchise back to movie theaters
Read MoreStar Trek: Picard’s latest trailer suggests the series will end with a bang
With New York Comic Con underway this weekend, Paramount shared a new trailer for the final season of Star Trek: Picard.
Read MoreFirst 'Super Mario Bros.' movie trailer shows trouble in the Mushroom Kingdom
Nintendo has shared the first trailer for the 'Super Mario Bros.' movie.
Read MoreDisney's networks are back on Dish following a 'handshake agreement'
Disney stations including ABC, ESPN, FX and Disney Channel are back on Dish and Sling TV after the two players reached a tentative agreement.
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Wearables (11)
Decade-old Pebble smartwatches gain Pixel 7 support in 'one last update'
If your Pebble's screen and battery still function, you might be able to use it with Android devices for years to come.
Read MoreNothing's $99 Ear Stick earbuds have a fancy twisting case
Nothing's second attempt at wireless headphones come in a carry case that tries to combine a cosmetics packaging aesthetic with the glossy white, transparent style of its other devices so far. While the Nothing Ear Stick is cheaper than its predecessor, these buds lack noise cancellation. There are no silicone buds this time around, either, although some headphone wearers may find them a more comfortable fit.
Read MoreSony's wireless earbuds will support multipoint connections this fall
Sony will add multipoint connections to its wireless earbuds, making it much easier to juggle listening on two devices.
Read MoreSony made a version of the LinkBuds S using recycled water bottles
Sony debuts a new version of its LinkBuds S earbuds that are made with recycled water bottles.
Read MoreNothing raises the price of its Ear 1 buds to $149 citing increased costs
Nothing's Ear 1 wireless earbuds will cost $149 starting on October 26th.
Read MoreFossil's first Wear OS 3 smartwatch is a mild refresh of last year's model
Fossil has unveiled its first Wear OS 3 smartwatch, but it might not be what you were expecting.
Read MoreOver-the-counter hearing aids go on sale in the US
A prescription is no longer needed for those with mild-to-moderate hearing impairment, the FDA said.
Read MoreSony releases its first over-the-counter hearing aids
Sony has announced the availability of its first over-the-counter hearing aids.
Read MoreGoogle (finally) announces the Pixel Watch, starting at $350
Google's Pixel Watch feels like it's been in the works for years, now we finally get to see what's under the glass.
Read MoreGatorade's smart water bottle uses sweatiness to gauge when you need to hydrate
The $70 Smart Gx Bottle and Sweat Patch connect to a smartphone app.
Read MoreLeaked Pixel Watch images show band designs, watch faces and Fitbit integration
Google will formally reveal the smartwatch and the Pixel 7 lineup on October 6th.
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Xbox (5)
Xbox Game Pass accounts for 15 percent of Microsoft’s gaming revenue, says Phil Spencer
Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass service is profitable and accounts for about 15 percent of the company's overall Xbox content and services revenue.
Read MoreThe Age of Empires series is finally coming to Xbox consoles and cloud gaming
'Age of Empires Mobile' is also on the way, as is a definitive edition of 'Age of Mythology.'
Read MoreThe Xbox Elite Series 2 controller is now customizable in Design Lab
For the first time, you can choose the color of the thumbstick base and ring.
Read MoreXbox Cloud Gaming is coming to Meta Quest 2
You'll be able to play games on a giant virtual screen using an Xbox controller.
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