Qualcomm's new audio chip uses Wi-Fi to massively extend headphone range
In addition to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and the Snapdragon X Elite, Qualcomm has also introduced the S7 and S7 Pro Gen 1 at the Snapdragon Summit in Hawaii.
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Universal Audio’s new pedal recreates that classic 1960s Marshall Plexi sound
Universal Audio just announced availability of the UAFX Lion '68 pedal that recreates the classic Marshall Plexi sound from the 1960s. This pedal actually includes digital recreations of a trio of old-school amps.
Read MoreUniversal Audio's SC-1 condenser microphone comes with new modeling software
Universal Audio just released the new SC-1 condenser microphone and the Hemisphere Mic collection modeling software. This software emulates classic mics and can also be used with the pre-existing SD-1 and SP-1 microphones.
Read MoreElgato's new teleprompter is designed for streamers
Elgato, maker of the Stream Deck, just announced a teleprompter gadget. The Elgato Prompter connects to a camera or webcam and displays scrolling video scripts.
Read MoreLogitech launches a Streamlabs plugin for Loupedeck consoles
Logitech is bringing together two acquisitions over the past few years in its quest to provide live streamers the tools they need.
Read More1010music’s Tangerine is a charmingly orange and ridiculously tiny sampler
1010music's colorful and portable Nanobox line just gave birth to a brand-new sampler, the Tangerine. This orange and portable sampler lets users trigger one shots, play synced loops or even record live loops.
Read MoreSamsung’s new T9 Portable SSD is twice as fast as the T7
Samsung's new portable solid-state drive supports up to 2,000 MB/s sequential read and write speeds. It ships in 1TB, 2TB and 4TB storage tiers.
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AI (22)
Sweeping White House executive order takes aim at AI's toughest challenges
The Biden White House unveiled its ambitious next steps to guide national AI development on Monday backed by "the force of law."
Read MoreThe White House will reportedly reveal a ‘sweeping’ AI executive order on October 30
The Biden Administration will reportedly unveil a broad executive order on artificial intelligence next week. It's allegedly scheduled for Monday, October 30.
Read MoreThe US Senate and Silicon Valley reconvene for a second AI Insight Forum
US Senators, Silicon Valley business and labor leaders once again descended upon Washington DC Tuesday in efforts to guide AI regulation efforts of the transformational technology.
Read MoreUS Senate begins collecting evidence on how AI could thwart robocalls
Witnesses called for greater action from the FCC and other government agencies.
Read MoreAdult film star Riley Reid launches Clona.AI, a sexting chatbot platform
Adult film icon and media investor Riley Reid aims to bring the transformational capabilities of generative AI to adult entertainment with an online platform where users can chat with digital versions of adult content creators.
Read MoreQualcomm brings on-device AI to mobile and PC
At Snapdragon Summit 2023, the company announced that on-device AI is finally coming to mobile devices and Windows 11 PCs as part of the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and X Elite chips.
Read MoreNew tool lets artists fight AI image bots by hiding corrupt data in plain sight
A team at the University of Chicago created Nightshade to protect ideas and content.
Read MoreStudy shows AI program could verify Wikipedia citations, improving reliability
Researchers have developed an AI focused on improving the reliability of Wikipedia references.
Read MoreFugees rapper Pras accuses his lawyer of using AI in closing arguments
Rapper "Pras" Michel says his lawyer from a recent federal criminal case of using AI in his closing arguments. Pras, who faces up to 20 years in prison, was found guilty in April of conspiring and acting as a foreign agent.
Read MoreAdobe adds plenty of AI wizardry to Photoshop and Premiere
Adobe just released the newest iteration of its Elements software, impacting both Photoshop and Premiere. The update includes plenty of AI tools to streamline editing tasks.
Read MoreChatGPT live web browsing exits beta, DALL-E 3 enters beta
ChatGPT can browse the live web again as OpenAI's "Browse with Bing" exits beta. In addition, the generative AI image creator DALL-E 3 is now available in beta for subscribers.
Read MoreBaidu's CEO says its ERNIE AI 'is not inferior in any aspect to GPT-4'
The chatbot has "achieved a full upgrade," company CEO Robin Li told the assembled crowd at the Baidu World 2023 showcase.
Read MoreHow to watch Baidu’s AI-focused product event
Baidu is set to hold its biggest annual strategy, technology and product launch event. This year's edition of Baidu World will have a major focus on artificial intelligence. You can watch the livestream here.
Read MoreHitting the Books: Voice-controlled AI copilots could lead to safer flights
With an AI riding shotgun, the pilots of tomorrow will have fewer minutia to split their attention between while in the air.
Read MoreCD Projekt Red used AI to include a deceased actor's voice in Cyberpunk 2077 DLC
CD Projekt Red says it worked with Respeecher to recreate the voice of actor Mi?ogost Reczek, who voiced Viktor Vektor in the Polish version of Cyberpunk 2077, for the Phantom Liberty DLC after he died in 2021.
Read MoreAdobe's next-gen Firefly 2 offers vector graphics, more control and photorealistic renders
Just seven months after its beta debut, Adobe's Firefly generative AI is set to receive a trio of new, more powerful models and a host of fresh capabilities.
Read MoreAdobe brings more generative AI features to Express
Adobe Express now offers more generative AI features. Based on a text prompt, the app can generate editable templates for things like graphics and social media posts.
Read MoreElevenLabs is building a universal AI dubbing machine
With a new "AI dubbing" system from ElevenLabs, on-screen actors can speak any of 20 languages in their own voices.
Read MoreThe Morning After: ChatGPT creator OpenAI might start making its own AI chips
The biggest news stories this morning: OpenAI might try to make its own AI chips, X tests three paid subscription tiers, NASA will reveal on Wednesday what OSIRIS-REx brought back from asteroid Bennu.
Read MoreOpenAI is reportedly considering making its own chips
ChatGPT might be powered by homegrown chips in the future, if OpenAI does indeed decide to make its own.
Read MoreResearchers say current AI watermarks are trivial to remove
In the context of AI, watermarking can allow a computer to detect if text or an image is generated from artificial intelligence. Researchers have found its pretty easy to evade the current methods of watermarking.
Read MoreTom Hanks calls out dental ad for using AI likeness of him
Tom Hanks posted a warning on Instagram, telling his followers that a dental ad has used an AI-generated version of him without permission.
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Amazon (9)
Amazon's new AI tool conjures fake backgrounds for real products
Amazon is rolling out a new beta feature for advertisers, letting them create AI-generated image backgrounds for products. The company views it as a tool for removing creative barriers while boosting ad performance.
Read MoreAmazon now supports passkey logins on browsers and iOS devices
Amazon, the biggest e-commerce website in most countries, now supports passkeys.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Amazon expands its drone ambitions
The biggest news stories this morning: Tesla begins Cybertruck deliveries on November 30, Amazon expands its drone ambitions, Netflix jacks up the price of its premium plan.
Read MoreAmazon plans to start drone deliveries in the UK and Italy next year
Amazon plans to expand its drone delivery program to the UK, Italy and a third US location in 2024. It will also start using an improved drone that can fly twice as far as previous models.
Read MoreAmazon says its new AI-powered robots reduce fulfilment time by 25 percent
The company claims the technology will also improve safety, though robots in their warehouses have been previously linked to more injuries.
Read MoreAmazon now offers drone deliveries for prescription medications in Texas
Amazon announced on Wednesday that customers in College Station, TX can now get prescription medications delivered by drone in less than an hour.
Read MoreAmazon Luna subscribers can now buy individual Ubisoft games
Subscribers can now purchase select Ubisoft games from the developer's portal on Luna.
Read MoreAmazon's first internet satellite launch was a success
Amazon's Project Kuiper is has launched its first two internet satellite prototypes. It plans to gather real-world data from the mission ahead of launching production in 2024.
Read MoreAmazon’s live audio-streaming platform Amp closes up shop
Amazon is shutting down its short-lived audio app known as Amp. The tool was designed to allow creators to make custom content as modern DJ hosts.
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Apple (30)
Apple's 'Scary Fast' Mac event: Everything announced about the M3 MacBook Pro and M3 iMac
Apple had some notable gear to show off at its Scary Fast event. Its latest MacBook Pros and iMac are powered by new M3 chipsets.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple reveals new MacBook Pros, M3 chips and a new iMac
The biggest news stories this morning: Apple kills off the 13-inch MacBook Pro, X won't pay creators for tweets that get fact checked with community notes, Sweeping White House executive order takes aim at AI's toughest challenges.
Read MoreHow to pre-order the new Apple MacBook Pro M3 and iMac M3
Here's how to pre-order the new Apple MacBook Pro and iMac powered by the company's revamped M3 chips.
Read MoreApple finally kills off the 13-inch Touch Bar MacBook Pro
Apple has discontinued its 13-inch MacBook Pro after announcing its new, cheaper 14-inch MacBook Pro model.
Read MoreApple updates its 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros with new M3 chips
On Monday at its Scary Fast event, Apple announced an updated line of 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro laptops featuring a range of new M3 chips.
Read MoreApple's 24-inch M3 iMac starts at $1,299 and ships on November 7
Apple's latest iMac is powered by the company's new M3 chipset. Don't expect too many other changes compared with the M1-powered iMac, though.
Read MoreApple's M3 chips bring ray tracing to Macs
Apple's M3 chips feature ray tracing and huge speed improvements over the M1.
Read MoreHow to watch Apple's Scary Fast event today, October 30
Apple's holding a "Scary Fast" hardware event on October 30 at 8PM ET. The company hasn't announced what will be revealed, but rumors indicate refreshes to the iMac and MacBook Pro.
Read MoreNew report reveals details on the three M3 chips Apple may launch Monday night
Apple will launch its M3, M3 Pro and M3 Max chips at the "Scary Fast" event, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported in the Power On newsletter. Gurman shared some fresh details about the configuration of each chip.
Read MoreITC rules against Apple in patent dispute, setting up potential ban
The US International Trade Commission (ITC) has upheld a judge's earlier ruling that the Apple Watch violated patents from medical technology company Masimo. The ITC's order could theoretically lead to a ban, but Apple still has plenty of ways to avoid that.
Read MoreWhat we expect at Apple's Scary Fast event: M3-powered MacBook Pros and new iMacs
It's time for yet another Apple Event. This time around, we're expecting to see fresh MacBook Pro and iMac devices powered by new M3 chipsets.
Read MoreiOS 17.1 is here with improvements to AirDrop and new flair for Apple Music
Apple released iOS 17.1 today, bringing improvements to AirDrop, StandBy and Apple Music plus a slew of bug fixes. Now, content sent via AirDrop will keep transferring if the user steps out of AirDrop range.
Read MoreApple will reportedly bring ANC to its 'regular' AirPods next year
Apple is planning to update its entire lineup of AirPods over the next two years, according to a Bloomberg report.
Read MoreApple Pay Later is available to everyone in the US
Apple Pay Later, which splits purchases into four equal payments over six weeks, is now available to iPhone and iPad users in the US.
Read MoreApple rolls out Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2's useful Double Tap feature
Now that watchOS 10.1 has arrived, useful Double Tap feature is available on Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2.
Read MoreApple will honor California's 'right to repair' rules nationwide
Apple, once a staunch opponent of the right to repair movement, now supports having a uniform federal right to repair law.
Read MoreApple reportedly plans to totally redesign its TV app
Apple is reportedly set to overhaul the Apple TV app. It plans to cut out the last remnants of iTunes TV and movie rentals, leaving the TV app as the only way to do that.
Read MoreApple's October Mac launch reportedly includes an updated 24-inch iMac
In the Power On newsletter, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says sources close to Apple told him a Mac launch will happen this month. Retail supplies suggest it may focus on the iMac and certain MacBook Pro models.
Read MoreApple confirms 'scary fast' event for the night of October 30
Apple is holding a streaming event on October 30 at 8PM EST. This nighttime presentation could feature the announcement of new iMacs.
Read MoreApple HomePods now have native YouTube Music support
You can now use Siri to play songs from YouTube Music on HomePod speakers even if your iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch aren't close by.
Read MoreJon Stewart's Apple TV+ show reportedly ends following clash over AI and China
The host told production staff that Apple executives had raised concerns about certain subject matters he's potentially covering in the show, particularly China and artificial intelligence, according to The New York Times.
Read MoreThe new $79 Apple Pencil has a USB-C charging port
The new Apple Pencil is the most budget-friendly yet at $79. It has a USB-C port, but no wireless charging or pressure sensitivity support.
Read MoreGoldman Sachs might be trying to offload Apple's credit card and savings accounts
Goldman Sachs is reportedly looking to get out of the consumer lending business, which could have implications for Apple's credit card and savings accounts.
Read MoreApple's cheaper Vision Pro may not include an EyeSight display or Mac chip
In Mark Gurman's Power On newsletter, Gurman writes that Apple is discussing options for a cheaper Vision Pro headset that include dropping the external display and using an iPhone chip. It may also have lower resolution displays inside.
Read MoreApple's M3 MacBook Pro and MacBook Air will likely both be released next year
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says the new M3 MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models are shaping up for release in 2024. The MacBook Pro is expected to drop early in the year, with the Air to follow months later.
Read MoreCaltech's seven-year Wi-Fi patent battle with Apple and Broadcom is over
The California Institute of Technology (Caltech) has reached a settlement with Apple and Broadcom over Wi-Fi chips, ending a billion-dollar patent dispute that started in 2016,
Read MoreApple releases iOS 17 fix for iPhone 15 overheating issue
Apple has released a fix for an issue that caused iPhone 15 devices to overheat in some cases. You can install the latest iOS 17 update now.
Read MorePayPal and Venmo's debit and credit cards come to Apple Wallet
You can add and use them just like any other card stored in your phone.
Read MoreThe original Apple Watch lineup is officially obsolete
Apple's first generation Watch is now officially obsolete, including the Hermes and $17,000 18-karat gold Watch Edition models.
Read MoreApple is working on a fix for iPhone 15 overheating issues
Apple has acknowledged what many buyers have noticed over the past week — the iPhone 15 and 15 Pro can get uncomfortably hot.
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FL Studio 21.2 can separate the bass, vocals and drums from your favorite songs
FL Studio 21.2 adds top notch stem separation and FL Cloud with an optional subscription tier.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Tinder’s latest update lets your family play virtual matchmaker
The biggest news stories this morning: Tinder's latest update lets your family play virtual matchmaker, The DOJ Tesla probe has expanded to include EV driving ranges, Netflix's Squid Game: The Challenge trailer confirms it missed the message.
Read MoreWhatsApp will soon let you add two accounts to one device
WhatsApp will finally let you add two accounts to one device, as long as you have a second phone number or a phone that supports eSIM or dual/multiple SIMs.
Read MoreAndroid users in Arizona, Colorado and Georgia can now add state IDs to Google Wallet
Android users in Arizona, Colorado and Georgia can now add their state ID or driver's license to Google Wallet. You can use this digital version of your ID at TSA PreCheck lines at select airports.
Read MoreIRS will start piloting its free TurboTax alternative in 2024
The US tax authority has announced that it will start pilot testing its new Direct File program for the 2024 filing season, though it will initially be available for select taxpayers in 13 states only.
Read MoreReddit client Narwhal tries $4 monthly pricing to navigate API changes
The developer of third-party Reddit client Narwhal announced a new $4 monthly subscription to survive Reddit's controversial API changes.
Read MoreSplice Create uses AI to find samples that work with any loop that catches your ear
Splice Create uses AI to find samples that work with almost any loop in its library.
Read MoreUber Eats now lets you bundle orders from two places
Uber Eats is making it easier to fulfill your cravings, even if they're impossible to get from a single store.
Read MoreDuolingo's gamified music lessons are launching this fall
The educational tech company first announced that it was gearing up to add music lessons to its repertoire back in September, promising "hundreds of bite-sized lessons" that can teach you music with the help of over 200 tunes
Read MoreBastl’s Outsidify app lets you capture and transform sounds via a smartphone
Audio gadget manufacturer Bastl just released an iOS app that uses the phone's microphone and speakers to capture audio from the outside. You can then transform this audio via feedback, resonance manipulation, filters and custom impulse responses.
Read MoreGmail is also getting emoji reactions
Google has launched emoji reactions for Gmail — and, yes, that means you'll be able to react to emails like you can to instant messages.
Read MoreHow to send animated reactions on FaceTime with iOS 17
On Apple iOS 17, you can animate your reactions on FaceTime and other video calls, either manually or through gestures. For example, you can create a heart shape with your hands and little red hearts will start erupting from the middle.
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Big Tech (8)
Apple and Google disable live traffic maps in Israel and Gaza
Both Google and Apple reportedly deactivated the feature to comply with a request from the Israel Defense Forces.
Read MoreIntel is pushing developers to make AI-enabled PC apps
Intel announced a new initiative, the AI PC Acceleration Program, which is meant to help developers create new AI-powered features that take advantage of Intel's upcoming Core Ultra mobile chips.
Read MoreUS labor board says X illegally fired a worker in retaliation for critical tweet
The National Labor Relations Board alleges X retaliated against software engineer Yao Yue after she posted messages telling other workers to let Musk fire them rather than resigning, in wake of the company's new return-to-office policy.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Netflix’s next big thing is branded retail stores
The biggest news stories this morning: Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard finally gets UK approval, Coin flips don't have 50/50 odds after all, Netflix's next big thing is branded retail stores.
Read MoreQualcomm is cutting over 1,200 jobs in California
Qualcomm has just notified the California Employment Development Department that it's eliminating 1,258 positions within the state, according to Bloomberg.
Read MoreMicrosoft and Amazon face a UK antitrust probe over cloud services
The UK's competition regulator is looking into the country's cloud services market to find out if companies are engaging in anti-competitive practices. Microsoft and Amazon are by far the biggest players in the market.
Read MoreAirbnb's next focus appears to be long-term rentals
Airbnb chief executive Brian Chesky told the Financial Times that the company is going "a little bit beyond its core business" starting next year.
Read MoreX sues X in trademark infringement lawsuit
A Florida-based company called X Social Media has accused X Corp. of trademark and service mark infringement, obviously for the use of the letter "X."
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Target has a one-day early Black Friday deal on the Theragun Mini 2.0 at a record low price
The Theragun Mini 2.0 massage device is on sale at Target for $170, which matches the record-low price found during October's Prime Day event. Target is also holding a sale for other Therabody devices.
Read MoreThe Google Pixel 7a is cheaper than ever at $374 in this early Black Friday deal
Google's Pixel 7a has dropped to its lowest price ever in a deal on Amazon. At 25% off, it's down to $374 from its normal price of $500.
Read MoreAmazon early Black Friday deal knocks iRobot's Roomba 694 down to a record low of $159
The iRobot Roomba 694 has dropped to a record low price of $159, which is $115 off the MSRP. The early Black Friday deals also extend to other Roomba models.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Pro with USB-C are back on sale for $190
The latest version of Apple's AirPods Pro is back on sale for $190 at Amazon, which comes within a dollar of its all-time low.
Read MoreThe Beats Fit Pro earbuds drop back down to a record low ahead of Black Friday
The Beats Studio Buds + and Beats Studio Pro headphones are also on sale.
Read MoreOur favorite smart electric toothbrush is cheaper than ever in an early Amazon Black Friday deal
The Oral-B iO Series 7 electric toothbrush is on sale at Amazon for $140.
Read MoreAmazon Fire TV streaming devices are up to half off right now
Amazon Fire TV streaming devices are up to half off right now. Some of these prices match all-time lows as seen during recent Prime Day events.
Read MoreAmazon's Echo Show smart displays fall back to all-time lows
Both devices are over 50 percent off.
Read MoreApple's upgraded 2nd-gen AirPods Pro with USB-C are $50 off right now
A deal on Amazon has brought the price of Apple's refreshed second-generation AirPods Pro down to $200. The MagSafe charging case now uses a USB-C port instead of a Lightning port, and both the case and earbuds have an improved dust resistance rating.
Read MoreApple’s 9th-gen iPad is back to its all-time low price of $250 ahead of Black Friday
Amazon is currently selling Apple's 9th generation iPad for $250, or $80 off its normal price of $330. The discount applies to the 64GB variant and the 256GB, in Silver and Space Gray.
Read MoreiRobot's Roomba Combo vacuum-and-mops are up to $300 off right now
A handful of iRobot's 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop Roomba Combo devices are down to all-time lows at Wellbots.
Read MoreSonos home theater bundles are 20 percent off, plus the rest of this week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include discounts on Roomba robot vacuums, Apple hardware, smart home devices and Sonos home theater speakers.
Read MoreJBL's Charge 5 speaker drops to a record low in an early Black Friday deal
JBL's Charge 5 speaker drops to a record low in an early Black Friday deal. It now costs $120 instead of $180, which is a savings of $60 and represents a discount of 33 percent.
Read MoreThe M2 12.9-inch iPad Pro is $150 off ahead of Apple’s Scary Fast event
The M2 12.9-inch iPad Pro with 256GB of storage is $150 off at Amazon. The 128GB version, meanwhile, is available for a record low price of $990.
Read MoreHow to find the best gaming console for you in 2024
Here's a list of the best game consoles you can get right now, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel Buds Pro are on sale for $117
You can snag a pair of Google Pixel Buds Pro earbuds from Wellbots for $117, a savings of $83. This matches the previous low set on Amazon's Prime Day event.
Read MoreSonos early Black Friday deals discount home theater sets by 20 percent
The Sonos Ray + Sub Mini bundle, which is regularly priced at $708, will be 20 percent off as part of Sonos' early Black Friday deals.
Read MoreApple's 15-inch MacBook Air M2 is $250 off right now
The sale is available for the 256GB and 512GB models.
Read MoreAmazon's Echo Studio and Echo Sub bundle is 24 percent off right now
Amazon has a bundle deal with the high-end Echo Studio and the Echo sub, with both on sale for $248 instead of $330, saving you $82.
Read MoreBlack Friday 2023: The best early deals, what to expect and shopping strategies from our experts
Here's everything you need to know about Black Friday 2023, including how to get the best early Black Friday deals and save on the best consumer electronics of the year.
Read MoreGoogle's Nest Learning Thermostat is $75 off right now
Google's third-gen Nest Learning Thermostat is currently $75 off at Wellbots when you enter a code at checkout.
Read MoreAmazon’s early Black Friday deal knocks up to 60 percent off Blink security cameras
Security camera's from Amazon's Blink line are on sale for a limited time. The Outdoor 4 is 40 percent off and a Blink Mini three-pack bundle is 60 percent off.
Read MoreiRobot's Roomba s9+ robot vacuum is down to its best price yet
A deal from QVC has cut the price of iRobot's high-end Roomba s9+ robot vacuum down to just $500. The deal will only last one day.
Read MoreSamsung, TCL and Hisense TVs fall to new lows, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include a few all-time lows on recommended 4K TVs, the AirPods Pro for $189 and a couple of deals on good gaming laptops.
Read MoreAmazon’s latest Fire TV Stick is on sale for just $20
Amazon has put its entry-level Fire TV stick on sale for $20, which is half off. This is the same discount that was applied during the company's Prime Day event.
Read MoreAnker GaN chargers are up to 43 percent off in Amazon sale
It's a good opportunity to pick up a fast charger if you skipped Amazon's October Prime Day.
Read MoreThe Stream Deck MK.2 is on sale for just $130
Elgato's Stream Deck MK.2 is on sale for $130, which beats the discount found during the recent Prime Day event. The Stream Deck is a beloved piece of gear to assist with game streamers and podcasters.
Read MoreApple's M2 Mac Mini is just $499 right now
Apple's base M2-powered Mac mini has dropped by $100 to $499 in a B&H sale.
Read MorePrime Day is over, but these are the 23 best tech deals that are still available
Here are the best October Prime Day tech deals that you can still get today.
Read MorePrime Day deals are still available on Logitech gaming accessories with discounts up to 38% off
Much like it did this summer, Logitech is offering solid discounts on gaming gear for October's Amazon Prime Day (Big Deal Days) sale, including keyboards, mice and other accessories.
Read MoreBeats Studio Pro headphones are still $170 off on Amazon the day after Prime Day
Apple's Beats Studio Pro over-ear headphones dropped to their lowest price to date during Amazon's October Prime Day event, and they're still on sale for $180.
Read MoreThe Nintendo Switch OLED is $35 off at Woot
Amazon subsidiary Woot has rolled out a post-Prime Day deal that brings the Nintendo Switch OLED down to $315.
Read MoreThe 29 best Prime Day deals under $50 to snag before the day ends
Here are the best October Prime Day deals you can get for under $50, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Read MoreThe best Amazon Prime Day gaming deals for PlayStation, Nintendo, Xbox and more
These are the best deals you can buy on video games and gaming accessories for October Prime Day this year.
Read MoreThe 8 best Amazon Prime Day TV deals to shop for right now
These are the best deals on TVs and media streamers that you can buy for October Prime Day this year.
Read MoreThe 13 best bluetooth speaker deals we could find for Amazon Prime Day
Here are the best speaker deals we could find for October Prime Day 2023.
Read MoreThe 53 best Prime Day deals to shop while you still can — from portable tech to smart home gear
Here are all of the best Prime Day deals you can get for Prime Big Deal Days 2023.
Read MoreThe best Prime Day iPad & tablet deals to shop for right now
Here are the best deals on iPads and tablets that you can get for October Prime Day 2023.
Read MoreThe Best Prime Day camera deals on GoPro, Nikon, Sony, Canon and more
For those photographers who wait for sales to buy cameras and photography accessories, now is the time to act.
Read MoreAmazon's Fire TV Stick Lite is on sale for $18 during Prime Day
Many other Fire TV devices are on sale for Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale.
Read MoreAmazon's smart thermostat is 30 percent off and down to its lowest price of the year for Prime Day
Amazon's Prime Day event this month will take place on October 10 and 11, but the e-commerce giant has already kicked things off with a few early deals.
Read MoreThe 12 best Apple deals from October Prime Day: AirPods, iPads, Apple Watches & more
Here are the best deals on Apple gadgets, including AirPods, iPads and more, that you can get for Amazon's October Prime day.
Read MoreAmazon's Fire HD 8 tablet is down to $60 for Prime Day
Amazon has rolled out a new Fire tablet sale for its Prime Big Deal Days event.
Read MoreThe 10 best Amazon Prime Day SSD deals we recommend for upgrading your storage
Here are the best deals on SSDs, microSD cards and other storage gadgets you can get for Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event.
Read MoreAnker charging accessories get discounts up to 57% from Prime Day deals
Amazon's Prime Day Anker sale includes cables, portable chargers and more for October 2023
Read MoreThe best Prime Day deals on Amazon Fire TV Sticks for every budget
These are all of the best deals on Amazon Fire Sticks and Fire TVs we could fine for October Prime Day 2023.
Read MoreAmazon Prime Day deals on Apple Watch and smartwatches hit their lowest prices yet
Here are all of the best October Prime Day Apple Watch deals, and discounts on other smartwatches, that you can get right now.
Read MoreThe best Prime Day laptop deals: Save on MacBooks, gaming laptops and more
These are the best deals on laptops that you can buy for October Prime Day this year.
Read MoreThe best Walmart Prime Day deals to shop right now
Here are the best Walmart Prime Day deals and anti-Prime Day offers we could find for October 2023.
Read MoreThe Google Pixel 7a drops to a new low of $399 in a Prime Day deal
The Google Pixel 7a is now available for just $399 this Amazon Prime Day.
Read MoreThe best Nintendo Switch Prime Day deals you can shop right now
Many Nintendo Switch games are on sale during October Prime Day. You can also pick up a discounted microSD card to increase your console's storage.
Read MoreThe 22 best Prime Day deals on headphones: Save on AirPods, Sony, Beats, Bose and more
These are the best deals on headphones and earbuds that you can get for October Prime Day this year.
Read MoreWe found the best Kindle Prime Day deals with discounts across all models
Here are the best Kindle deals we could find for October Prime Day 2023.
Read MoreAugust's fourth-gen smart lock is 31 percent off for October Prime Day
August's fourth-gen smart lock has dropped to $158, which is $72 off the regular price, during Amazon's October Prime Day Sale.
Read MoreThe best Amazon Prime Day smartphone deals for October 2023
Here are the best deals we could find on smartphones for October Prime Day 2023.
Read MoreSony's WH-CH720N headphones are just $98 for Prime Day
Sony's well-regarded WH-CH720N headphones are on sale for $98 as part of Amazon's October Prime Day event. That's $52 off and matches a previous low for the device.
Read MoreThe best Prime Day deals on Google Pixel phones and Nest devices
Google is going all-in on Amazon's Big Deal Days Prime sale with an array of deals on Pixel and Nest devices.
Read MoreAirPods Pro hit all-time low prices with Amazon Prime Day deals
Here are the best AirPods deals you can get for October Prime Day 2023, including the AirPods Pro and AirPods Max.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy S23 phones hit record low prices with Prime Day deals
Samsung Galaxy S23 devices have dropped to record-low prices during Amazon's October Prime day event. The Galaxy S23 Ultra with 256GB of storage is $250 off at $950.
Read MoreThe best Amazon Prime Day iPad and tablet deals for October 2023
Here are the best deals we could find on iPads and other tablets for October Prime Day 2023.
Read MoreThe 30 best Amazon Prime Day deals for October 2023
Here are all of the best Prime Day deals you can get for Prime Big Deal Days 2023.
Read MoreSamsung's updated Smart Monitor M8 is $200 off as part an Amazon Prime Day deal
You can order Samsung's 2023 M8 smart monitor for $500. Usually $700, the display includes built-in streaming apps and smart-home and workspace features.
Read MoreThe best Amazon Prime Day Lightning Deals to shop right now
Join us for live coverage of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2023, including all of the best October Prime Day deals you can get.
Read MoreThe Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is 25 percent off for October Prime Day
Amazon's October Prime Day has a record-low price on the Samsung Z Fold 5. In addition, you can take $150 off the more compact Z Flip 5.
Read MoreSony's PSVR 2 gets its first discount during October Prime Day
It's marked down $50 right now.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Pro with USB-C fall to a new low of $189 for October Prime Day
Apple is currently selling the second-generation AirPods Pro with a USB-C MagSafe charging case for $189, which is $60 cheaper than what you'd pay for them if you're buying them at full price.
Read MoreThe best Prime Day deals on robot vacuums we could find
Here are the best deals on robot vacuums you can get for October Prime Day 2023.
Read MoreThe best Echo Dot Prime Day deals for October 2023
These are all of the best Echo Dot Prime Day deals we could find for October 2023.
Read MoreThe best Amazon Fire tablet deals for October Prime Day 2023
These are the best deals on Amazon Fire tablets that you can get for October Prime Day this year.
Read MoreShop the best early deals for October Prime Day 2023
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days is on October 10 and 11 this year. Here are the best early Prime Day deals you can get before the event begins.
Read MoreGoogle Nest cameras are up to 33 percent off in early October Prime Day sale
Just ahead of Google's October "Bid Deal Days" Prime Day sale, multiple Nest products are on sale, some back to all-time low prices.
Read MoreThree kitchen gadgets to take the guesswork out of sourdough
We check out the Sourhouse Goldie, the Brod & Taylor Sourdough Home and The Breadwinner to see which keeps your starter happiest.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 8 price drops to a new low of $225
Amazon is having a sale on the Apple Watch Series 8 and thanks to a coupon, it's down to the lowest price we've seen to date.
Read MoreThe best early Amazon October Prime Day Deals for 2023
Amazon's next Prime-focused sale happens October 10 and 11, but some deals are going up early and we picked out the best ones.
Read MoreBeats Studio Pro ANC headphones fall back to a low of $250
The Beats Studio Pro over-ear headphones have dropped back to a record low price of $250. That's a solid deal for a model with features such as USB-C wired audio.
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle Scribe is back on sale ahead of October Prime Day
The deal applies to all customers, even if they don't have Prime.
Read MoreBlink 3rd- and 4th-gen security cameras are up to 60 percent off ahead of October Prime Day
Various bundles are also on sale.
Read MoreAmazon's Echo Show 5 falls to $40 in smart display sale
Amazon's Echo Show smart displays with Alexa voice control are already a good value next to the competition, but a big smart display sale is making them even cheaper.
Read MoreAmazon's Echo Dot drops to $23 ahead of October Prime Day
Amazon's latest early Prime Day deal knocks up to 69 percent off Echo smart speakers, including the Echo Dot, the Echo Pop and the Echo Studio.
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Computing (9)
Linksys releases its first-ever Wi-Fi 7 mesh router system
Linksys has released its first-ever mesh Wi-Fi 7 router system, the Velop Pro 7. These routers are capable of multi-link operations and can connect up to 200 devices.
Read MoreAn overlooked feature for Intel’s 14th-gen chips boosts gaming performance with one click
Intel's new Application Optimization feature can provide significant gaming performance boosts for the company's new 14th-gen processor. However, the feature currently only supports two games.
Read MoreThe Snapdragon X Elite is Qualcomm's most powerful chip to date
On Tuesday at its annual Snapdragon Summit, Qualcomm announced what it's calling its fastest processor ever: the Snapdragon X Elite.
Read MoreNVIDIA is reportedly working on Arm-based processors for Windows PCs
NVIDIA is reportedly developing Arm-based processors for Windows PCs, in what could pose a threat to Intel's dominance.
Read MoreAlienware’s new Aurora desktop can overclock to an astounding 6.1GHz
Alienware just dropped a new Aurora tower desktop computer and the company says its powerful enough to overclock to 6.1GHz. The computers come with Intel Core 14th Gen processors and Nvidia GPUs.
Read MoreIntel hits 6GHz (again) with its 14th-gen desktop CPUs
Intel's 14th-gen desktop CPUs will hit 6GHz, just like its fastest 13th-gen chip.
Read MoreComcast starts squeezing 2 Gbps symmetrical internet speeds through decades-old coaxial cables
Comcast customers can soon get upload and download speeds of up to 2 Gbps even if they don't have a fiber connection at their home.
Read MoreHow to set up widgets in macOS Sonoma
Here's how to place, edit and interact with customizable widgets in macOS Sonoma.
Read MoreFender’s Tone Master Pro digital workstation emulates over 100 effects and amps
Fender just released the new Tone Master Pro modeling amp. This machine allows access to over 100 amp models and effects, in addition to thousands of impulse responses that capture cabinet and microphone combinations.
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Cybersecurity (15)
Google expands its bug bounty program to target generative AI attacks
New guidance outlines what discoveries garner financial rewards.
Read MoreThe Morning After: North Korean workers got remote IT jobs to help finance weapons programs
The biggest news stories this morning: North Korean workers got remote IT jobs to help finance weapons programs, Super Mario Bros. Wonder review, Blizzard is raffling off a human-blood-infused PC
Read MoreTwitch's off-service conduct policy finally covers doxxing and swatting
Starting today, Twitch will start suspending and banning users who doxx and swat others outside of its own platform.
Read MoreDoJ says North Korean IT workers were sent abroad to help finance weapons programs
The FBI says companies employing freelance IT workers "more than likely" hired one of these bad actors.
Read MoreWinklevoss-owned crypto firm hit by lawsuit alleging it defrauded investors of $1 billion
Gemini, a cryptocurrency exchange helmed by the infamous Winklevoss twins, just got hit with a lawsuit alleging that it defrauded investors. The suit was brought forth by New York Attorney General Letitia James, the same AG currently prosecuting former president Donald Trump.
Read MoreThe EPA won't force water utilities to inspect their cyber defenses
The EPA is withdrawing its call to set regulations in place that would have required states to assess the cybersecurity and integrity of public water system programs.
Read MoreSEC investigating MOVEit hack that exposed data of at least 64 million people
Progress Software received a subpoena from the SEC to share information relating to the vulnerability in its file transfer software, MOVEit, which became the subject of a massive exploit beginning last May.
Read MoreCrunchyroll will pay you $30 for violating your data privacy rights
The anime-streaming service chose to settle with its customers in a class action suit for digital privacy violations.
Read MoreCalifornia’s new law makes it easier for consumers to request the deletion of their data
Prior laws required Californians to contact each individual company.
Read MoreThe SEC is said to be investigating a Twitter security flaw from the pre-Musk era
The SEC is reportedly looking into how Twitter (now X) a security issue in 2018 that led to users' personal information being exposed. The agency is looking into whether executives at the time managed the situation appropriately.
Read MoreHow hackers are using Bluetooth to track police activity
A Bluetooth identifier seems trivial, but it could reveal a lot of information about where cops are and what they're up to, like when their body cams are recording or they turn on the sirens to respond to a call.
Read More23andMe user data breached in credential-stuffing attack
23andMe user data is circulating on hacker forums. The company confirmed the leak occurred through a credential-stuffing attack, according to BleepingComputer.
Read MoreUK regulator says Snap’s AI chatbot may put kids’ privacy at risk
A UK regulator has suggested Snap failed to pinpoint and assess privacy risks posed by My AI to kids and other users before rolling out the chatbot. If the company doesn't adequately address the ICO's privacy concerns, the chatbot could be blocked in the UK.
Read MoreSony confirms data breach affecting nearly 7,000 employees
Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) has warned around 6,800 current and former employees that their personal data was accessed via a data breach.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The NSA announces new artificial intelligence security center
The biggest news stories this morning: Your phone will blare a national emergency alert test on October 4, The near-perfect puzzle game, NSA announces new artificial intelligence security center
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EVs and Transportation (36)
Tesla's Autopilot was not to blame for fatal 2019 Model 3 crash, jury finds
A California jury ruled Tesla's Autopilot was not to blame in a crash that killed 37-year-old Micah Lee in 2019 and severely injured his two passengers. The lawsuit blamed a defect in the system that allegedly caused the vehicle to swerve off the highway.
Read MoreHertz decides to slow down its EV expansion
CEO Stephen Scherr said Hertz's "in-fleeting of EVs will be slower than [its] prior expectations."
Read MoreCruise puts robotaxi operations on pause following California license suspension
The self-driving company said it wants to "rebuild public trust."
Read MoreDaimler begins manufacturing Freightliner eM2 electric trucks
Daimler has started manufacturing its freightliner eM2 electric trucks in Portland, Oregon.
Read MoreUber starts offering fully autonomous Waymo rides in Phoenix
You can now take a ride in an fully autonomous vehicle through Uber's app if you're in Phoenix.
Read MoreHonda and GM have given up on their plan to co-create affordable EVs
Honda and GM announced last April that they would develop a line of small crossover EVs using GM's Ultium battery by 2027, aiming for starting costs of less than $30,000. The two have no confirmed they're not moving forward with the plan.
Read MoreNissan's Hyper Force EV concept is part Batmobile, part VR racer
Nissan has been introducing one concept vehicle per week since the beginning of October.
Read MoreLexus' new EV concept can be tuned using settings from video games
Lexus showed off a pair of EV concept cars at the Tokyo Mobility Show designed to highlight its electrified future.
Read MoreThe Honda Prelude returns as a concept EV
Honda has brought its iconic Prelude back in the form of a new concept EV, a two-door coupe that looks surprisingly ready for production.
Read MoreCalifornia DMV suspends Cruise’s driverless permits
The California DMV announced Tuesday that it has suspended GM-owned Cruise's permits to operate driverless vehicles in the state, effective immediately.
Read MoreGM delays production of Chevy Silverado, Equinox and GMC Sierra EVs
GM announced that it's delaying production of the Equinox EV, Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV. The move comes as the UAW strike continues.
Read MoreChevy offers $1,400 to Bolt EV owners who endured lower charging levels
GM has announced that it will pay $1,400 to owners of 2020-2022 Bolt EVs and EUVs who endured a recall that limited range to 80 percent.
Read MoreThe DOJ Tesla probe has expanded to include EV driving ranges
Tesla says the DOJ has asked for information related to EV vehicle ranges and "personal benefits" afforded to senior management, company directors or major shareholders.
Read MoreToyota and Lexus are adopting Tesla's EV charging standard
Toyota has joined the growing list of companies switching to the North American Charging Standard (NACS).
Read MoreGM, Honda and Cruise plan to offer driverless taxi rides in Japan in 2026
GM, Cruise and Honda are teaming up to introduce a driverless ride-hailing service in Japan, which could launch in early 2026 if things go according to plan.
Read MoreChargePoint’s EV network rolls out support for Tesla’s NACS connector
Charging infrastructure company ChargePoint announced today that its (previously announced) support for Tesla's NACS EV charging standard is now rolling out.
Read MoreTesla begins Cybertruck deliveries on November 30
The often-and repeatedly delayed Cybertruck will arrive in time for the holidays.
Read MoreTesla's new Driver Drowsiness Warning feature counts yawns and blinks
It provides a visual and audio alert if a driver appears tired.
Read MoreBMW becomes the latest car maker to adopt Tesla's EV charging standard
The change should go into effect in early 2025.
Read MoreHonda to test its Autonomous Work Vehicle at Toronto's Pearson Airport
Honda's electric cargo hauler, the Autonomous Work Vehicle (AWV), could soon find work at airports as the robotic EV trundles towards commercial operations.
Read MoreEV startup Volta Trucks files for bankruptcy
It's the latest industry newcomer to fail due to a lack of funding.
Read MoreYou can now buy a Ferrari with crypto in the US, if that's your thing
Reuters reported that Ferrari has begun accepting cryptocurrency payments for purchases in the US using BitPay. It'll accept bitcoin, ether and USDC, and plans to expand the service to Europe.
Read MoreChevy’s first hybrid Corvette isn’t what you think it is
It's hard to imagine that anyone in the world was demanding a hybrid Corvette, but those crazy engineers at Chevrolet went and did it anyway. Meet the 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray, but if you're already angry at the concept, you shouldn't be.
Read MoreCruise now offers paid robotaxi rides in Houston
Cruise will offer paid robotaxi rides in Houston from 9PM to 6AM.
Read MoreStockholm bans most combustion engine cars from its city center
The Swedish capital city of Stockholm is banning combustion engine vehicles in its city center starting in 2025. This joins similar moves in London, Paris and throughout Europe.
Read MoreKia debuts the EV5 SUV alongside two new affordable electric concepts
At Kia's EV day event, the automaker has launched its upcoming electric vehicle, the EV5, and introduced two new concepts meant to make the technology more accessible.
Read MorePorsche's electric Macan will be the one to get
The Porsche Taycan is one of the most desirable EVs on the market, but it's not exactly a mainstream car. The company's next EV might get a little closer: Meet the electric Macan.
Read MoreEV buyers may get an instant rebate for car purchases starting in 2024
Car dealers can give buyers an instant rebate for purchasing certain electric vehicles starting in January of 2024, according to new guidance released by the IRS.
Read MoreTesla cuts prices on Model 3 and Y after dwindling deliveries
Tesla has cut US pricing on two its EVs — again. The automaker shifted the entry-level Model 3 to under $39,000, among other price drops.
Read MoreKia EV owners will get access to Tesla Superchargers in North America
Kia plans to build the NCAS port, which is the most common charging standard, into all of its new electric vehicles that go on sale in North America starting in the fourth quarter of 2024.
Read MoreLucid's most affordable Air EV still has a projected 410-mile range
A rear-wheel drive version of the Lucid Air Pure is the automaker's most affordable Air EV yet. It starts at $77,400 and Lucid says it has a range of up to 410 miles on a single charge.
Read MoreHyundai EVs will support Tesla's NACS charging starting in Q4 2024
Hyundai has reached a deal to adopt Tesla's NACS charging standard in North America starting in Q4 2024 in the US, with Canada to follow in the first half of 2025.
Read MoreYou can have Uber take your packages to the post office now
Uber announced a new feature dubbed 'Return a Package.' Customers can have a courier pick up their packages and have them dropped off at a local post office, UPS or FedEx.
Read MoreA pedestrian was pinned under a Cruise robotaxi after another car’s hit-and-run
A woman was reportedly in critical condition after being struck by a car in a hit-and-run, which flung her into the path of the driverless car.
Read MoreFord's new F-150 Lightning Flash has a 320-mile range and hands-free highway driving
It will go on sale for about $70,000 in early 2024.
Read MoreTesla now offers a $43,990 rear-wheel drive Model Y in the US
Tesla has quietly updated its Model Y page to add a new option for buyers in the US: A rear-wheel drive Model Y that's cheaper than the other variants.
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Gaming (23)
Atari is buying retro game specialist Digital Eclipse
Atari is set to buy preservation-focused developer Digital Eclipse in a deal worth up to $20 million. Atari says this acquisition will help "support its retro-focused growth strategy."
Read MoreBungie reportedly lays off staff, delays Marathon and Destiny 2: The Final Shape
Bungie has reportedly laid off an unknown number of staffers and delayed two games. The studio's CEO, Pete Parsons, reportedly warned staffers they would be "hearing some news today" while announcing a team meeting.
Read MoreI taught my daughter to love RPGs by playing Sea of Stars
Playing Sea of Stars with my daughter taught her to love RPGs.
Read MoreHorror movie Barbarian is getting a video game adaptation
Barbarian, one of last year's most memorable horror movies, is getting a video game adaptation.
Read MoreApex Legends will finally support cross-platform progression
Apex Legends will finally support cross-progression when its latest season goes live on October 31. The season will also introduce a new playable character, while there will no longer be restrictions on grouping up in Ranked matches.
Read MoreDead Cells: Netflix Edition scares its way to a Halloween release date
Netflix has snagged 'Dead Cells' for its ever-growing games library, and the title releases on October 31, aka Halloween. This version includes all of the various DLC packs from the jump.
Read MoreThe Star Wars: Dark Forces remaster will arrive on February 28, 2024
Nightdive Studios' remaster of Star Wars: Dark Forces has a release date. The new version will be playable at up to 4K resolution at 120 frames per second.
Read MoreThe next Awesome Games Done Quick will feature a speedrun by a Shiba Inu
A Shiba Inu called Peanut Butter will be the first dog to take part in a Games Done Quick speedrunning marathon. The pooch will play through the NES game Gyromite.
Read MoreVan Gogh Museum pulls its Pokémon promo card after opening day chaos
Visitors mobbed the Van Gogh museum gift shop when the Pokémon exhibit opened in September
Read MoreAlan Wake brings his flashlight to Fortnite
Alan Wake is coming to Fortnite in a cross-promotional event ahead of the game's long-awaited sequel, launching on October 26.
Read MoreMinecraft has now sold over 300 million copies
It's the best selling video game of all time.
Read MoreThis gorgeous-looking game lets you control a colony of photorealistic ants
Empire of the Ants is a forthcoming console and PC adventure that has you controlling photorealistic insects in a gorgeously-rendered world. It was built using Unreal Engine 5.
Read MoreBobby Kotick will remain Activision Blizzard CEO until the end of 2023
Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick looks set to leave the company now that Microsoft owns it. Kotick, a controversial figure, has been in the role since 1991.
Read MoreEA’s surreal mobile mashup blends soccer with turn-by-turn strategy
EA announced a strange mobile game, using turn-by-turn strategy gameplay on the soccer field. EA Sports FC Tactical launches for iOS and Android in 2024.
Read MoreRocket League will remove player-to-player item trades in December
Rocket League's in-game trading will be removed in December, developer Psyonix announced today. The move will shutter a cottage industry of third-party trading sites.
Read MoreUnity CEO John Riccitiello stepping down, effective immediately
Unity game developer said that John Riccitiello will step down as president and CEO of the company.
Read MoreAtari is releasing a new cartridge for its 46-year-old 2600 console
Atari's releasing another collectible 2600 cartridge as part of the company's XP series. The game is called Save Mary and actually dates back to the 1980s when Atari's console reigned supreme.
Read MoreThe Talos Principle 2 is the ideal blend of puzzle and story
The first quarter of The Talos Principle 2 features devilish puzzles and deep dialogue trees, set in a gorgeous sci-fi world.
Read MoreTelltale Games confirms layoffs after former developer says 'most of' its team are gone
The news follows similar layoffs across the gaming industry.
Read MoreCall of Duty: Warzone won't come to mobile until spring 2024
It has no specific launch date yet, but those interested can already pre-order from Google Play or the App Store.
Read MoreUnreal Engine will get more expensive, but not for game devs
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney says the company is adjusting Unreal Engine pricing for non-gaming developers in fields like film, TV and automotive. However, it won't affect game developers.
Read MoreFive former Ubisoft execs arrested following sexual harassment investigation
French police have arrested five former Ubisoft executives after an investigation into sexual assault and harassment at the company. Among those taken into custody was former Chief Creative Officer Serge Hascoët.
Read MoreSteelSeries starts out strong with its first dedicated gaming microphones
Though SteelSeries is probably best known for its headsets, it just might change that perception with its $180 Alias and $330 Alias Pro gaming microphones, available today.
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Google (27)
Google paid $26 billion in 2021 for default search engine status
A Google executive testified on Friday that the company paid $26.3 billion to other companies to acquire traffic, including default search engine status. A significant portion of that likely went to Apple.
Read MoreGoogle updates Maps with a flurry of AI features including 'Immersive View for routes'
New AI navigation features are coming to Google Maps.
Read MoreGoogle's new image verification tool combs metadata to find context and sniff out AI fakes
Google just released its "about this image" feature. The tool's part of traditional search and gives you all kinds of metadata.
Read MoreGoogle ordered to pay $1 million to female exec who sued over gender discrimination
Ulku Rowe, a Google Cloud engineering director, filed a lawsuit against Google claiming it offered her a lower level, lower paid job than was given to men with less experience, and denied her promotions despite her qualifications.
Read MoreYouTube may soon let musicians lend their AI voices to creators
YouTube creators may be able to upload music that sound like they were actually sang by famous musicians one day.
Read MoreGoogle confirms it will manufacture Pixel phones in India
The devices should rollout in 2024.
Read MoreGoogle rolls out more accessibility features for Maps, Search and Assistant
Google has unveiled several more accessibility minded features for Maps, Search and Assistant.
Read MoreYou can now generate AI images directly in the Google Search bar
As long as you've opted-in to Google SGE, the search bar will double as a generative AI image prompt.
Read MoreGoogle brings back smart speaker grouping after Sonos lawsuit victory
If you have several Google Nest speakers, Chromecast and smart displays, you can add each of them to several different groups in the Google Home app again.
Read MoreGoogle Calendar finally lands on WearOS
Google has finally launched Calendar for Wear OS smartwatches, following the release of Gmail last week. The updated app lets you view synced calendars, but not add events.
Read MoreGoogle's sustainability features now include an EV buyer's tool
The updates come as part of the company's sustainability wing.
Read MoreGoogle's AI stoplight program is now calming traffic in a dozen cities worldwide
Google built an AI that monitors the amount of idling at intersections to help city planners cut congestion and reduce air pollution. Now it's working in 70 intersections.
Read MoreGoogle’s sustainability features now include an EV buyer’s tool
It also has an expanded Flood Hub and home energy comparisons.
Read MoreJudge tosses out $32.5 million fine against Google in Sonos lawsuit
Google has successfully convinced a California federal judge that it did not infringe on Sonos' multi-room audio patents.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Google’s Pixel 8 phones and Pixel Watch 2
This week, Cherlynn and Devindra chat with Engadget's Sam Rutherford about everything from the Made by Google event.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Pixel 8 Pro, Bard AI and everything else from Google’s Pixel event
The biggest news stories this morning: Patreon overhauls its platform with free content, Airbnb's next focus appears to be long-term rentals, Everything announced from Google's Pixel event.
Read MoreGoogle extends software support for Pixel 8 phones to a full seven years
Pixel phones' potential longevity are getting a boost, hopefully saving a few more handsets from an early visit to the landfill.
Read MoreEverything Google announced at its Pixel event: Pixel 8, Pixel Watch, Android 14 and more
Google has revealed the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, along with the Pixel Watch 2. Meanwhile, Android 14 is out today. Catch up on all the news from the Made by Google event here.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel event liveblog: Live updates on the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro and Watch 2 reveal
Join us for all the latest news from Google's Pixel 8 event as it happens!
Read MoreGoogle Assistant with Bard will use generative AI for personalized answers
Google announced Assistant with Bard, a new version of its personal assistant that taps into generative AI.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 8 gets more nifty AI-powered editing tools for photo and video
Google's hardware event also revealed some software enhancements, with massive AI-enhanced photo-editing tools. Magic Eraser can now handle audio during videos.
Read MoreGoogle's Tensor G3 chip is focused on speeding up AI for the Pixel 8 phones
Google has officially announced the Tensor G3, which powers the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro.
Read MoreGoogle's $999 Pixel 8 Pro leans into high-end camera features
For 2023, the $999 Pixel 8 Pro is learning even harder into its camera prowess with enhanced video features, an upgraded Magic Editor and more.
Read MoreThe Google Pixel Fold’s dual-screen interpreter begins rolling out
Google announced today it will begin rolling out several new Pixel features, including the Pixel Fold's dual-screen interpreter mode. The novel translation feature, which Engadget tested earlier this year, uses the phone's folding display to translate both sides of a live conversation.
Read MoreWatch Google’s Pixel event here at 10AM ET
It's Google's turn to hold a big fall hardware showcase. You can watch the Made by Google event live right here to learn all about the Pixel 8 lineup and the Pixel Watch 2.
Read MoreGmail is getting more tools to help battle spam email
Google is introducing new measures to prevent spam emails from landing in your inbox. The new measures will come with additional steps for bulks senders.
Read MoreGoogle's Chromebook Plus initiative pushes higher spec standards and handy software tools
Google's new Chromebook Plus initiative is a guarantee of solid performance and specs alongside some handy software tools.
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Laptops (3)
AMD's Radeon RX 7900M is its most powerful mobile GPU yet
AMD has unveiled the Radeon RX7900M mobile GPU built around its RDNA 3 architecture that first appeared on the Radeon RX 7900 XTX and 7900 XT desktop processors.
Read MoreThe Morning After: You might have to wait for an M3-powered MacBook Pro and MacBook Air
The biggest news stories this morning: Chevy's first hybrid Corvette isn't what you think, Netflix's Squid Game reality show premieres on November 22, You might have to wait for an M3-powered MacBook Pro and MacBook Air.
Read MoreFramework brings AMD mainboards to its 13-inch laptop
It's the same machine, just with a very different brain.
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Meta (13)
A software company called Threads says Meta tried to buy its domain and kicked it off Facebook
A UK-based software company called Threads Software Limited is threatening legal action against Meta over its use of the name Threads.
Read MoreMeta’s Oversight Board: Dangerous diet videos can remain, but please demonetize them
Meta's Oversight Board has upheld the company's decision to leave up two posts detailing a woman's fruit juice-only diet. However, the board recommends the company restrict the monetization of similar "extreme and harmful diet-related content" on Facebook.
Read MoreInstagram head says Threads is working on an API for developers
Threads will make an API available to developers...eventually.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Meta’s Threads reaches almost 100 million active users
The biggest news stories this morning: Apple TV+ prices have doubled in just over a year, Meta's Threads reaches almost 100 million active users, X is rolling out audio and video calling feature nobody asked for.
Read More41 states sue Meta for harming the mental health of its youngest users
Meta is facing a massive class-action lawsuit from 41 states as well as the District of Columbia over alleged harms to its young users
Read MoreMeta is promoting Threads posts on Facebook and there’s no way to opt out
Meta is starting to ramp up its growth-hacking tactics for Threads in a bid to boost engagement on the Twitter competitor.
Read MoreMeta brings Instagram's broadcast channels to Facebook and Messenger
Back in February, Meta launched a Telegram-like feature for Instagram called "broadcast channels," which introduced a one-way messaging feature to the app.
Read MoreMeta is temporarily changing Facebook comment settings amid Israel-Hamas war
Meta is temporarily changing users' default comment settings on Facebook as part of its response to the Israel-Hamas war.
Read MoreMeta responds to EU misinformation concerns regarding Israel-Hamas conflict
The company has created a new operations center with experts fluent in Hebrew and Arabic.
Read MoreEU official gives Mark Zuckerberg 24 hours to respond to Israel misinformation concerns
EU regulatory commissioner Thierry Breton sent a stern letter to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg. It addresses misinformation concerns on Facebook, Instagram and Threads.
Read MoreThe Oversight Board will take on Meta’s manipulated media policy ahead of 2024 elections
The Oversight Board has shared the details surrounding a case involving an "altered" Facebook video of President Joe Biden.
Read MoreMeta’s Oversight Board will weigh in on ‘altered’ Facebook video of Joe Biden
Meta's Oversight Board said it planned to announce a case involving a user appeal related to an "altered" video of President Joe Biden.
Read MoreMeta's ad-free Instagram and Facebook plan could cost EU users nearly $17 per month
Meta may charge Instagram users in Europe a $14 per month subscription fee unless they opt in to targeted ads.
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Microsoft (9)
Microsoft's Windows 11 2023 update rolls out, bringing Copilot AI to more users
Today Microsoft has begun rolling out its Windows 11 2023 update (also know as version 23H2).
Read MoreMicrosoft bans 'unauthorized' third-party Xbox controllers and accessories
An error message prompts you to return the formerly compatible devices.
Read MoreiFixit now sells official replacement parts for Microsoft Surface devices
Microsoft has teamed up with DIY repair giant iFixit to offer genuine replacement parts for various Surface models. You'll be able to buy parts for the Surface Pro 9, Surface Laptop 5 and 13 other devices.
Read MoreMicrosoft is rolling in dough, no thanks to Surface
Everything is golden for Microsoft's earnings -- except its devices
Read MoreMicrosoft Copilot: Here's everything you need to know about the company's AI assistant
Microsoft's Copilot AI has officially launched for Windows 11 devices. Here's everything you need to know about enabling and disabling the feature suite.
Read MoreLinkedIn lays off 600+ workers in second round of cuts this year
LinkedIn has announced its second round of job cuts this year. It's shedding "approximately 668 roles across our engineering, product, talent and finance teams."
Read MoreMicrosoft officially owns Activision Blizzard, ending a 21-month battle with regulators
The biggest acquisition in gaming history and one of the largest in the tech industry is finally complete. A year and a half after the deal was announced, Microsoft has bought Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion.
Read MoreMicrosoft's $68.7 billion purchase of Activision Blizzard finally gets UK approval
After a protracted back and forth, the UK's antitrust regulator has given Microsoft the green light to buy Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion.
Read MoreMicrosoft reveals IRS notice asking for $28.9 billion in back taxes
Microsoft owes the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) $28.9 billion in back taxes, not including penalties and interest, at least according to the tax authority.
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Mobile (2)
Starlink's satellite cell service is set to launch in 2024, but only for SMS
Starlink is set to launch a satellite-based texting service in 2024 that will grow to include voice and data in the coming years.
Read MoreYour phone will blare a national emergency alert test at 2:20PM ET
Americans' cell phones will sound an emergency alert signal (and message) on Wednesday, October 4, at about 2:20PM ET. The warning is a test only to train the public and ensure the system works.
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News (16)
The Morning After: Leica’s new camera was built to fight disinformation
The biggest news stories this morning: Leica's new camera was built to fight disinformation, What to expect from Apple's Scary Fast event, Spotify looks set to overhaul its royalty model next year.
Read MoreHow Recteq’s dual-chamber and griddle designs put a unique spin on pellet grills
Recteq's VP of product development on how the company built its unique dual-chamber and griddle pellet grills.
Read MoreFord reaches a tentative agreement with striking auto workers
Ford has called its 20,000 employees back to work now that it has reached a tentative agreement with the United Auto Workers (UAW).
Read MoreDJI's Osmo Pocket 3 features a 1-inch sensor and rotating display
DJI has unveiled the Osmo Pocket 3 with major updates over the previous model, adding a much larger 1-inch sensor that should greatly improve quality.
Read MoreBiden administration designates 31 new 'tech hubs' to encourage innovation
The Biden administration has chosen 31 regional tech hubs from 370 applicants. These hubs are located throughout the country and various territories and each one is eligible for federal funding, via the CHIPS Act, to help spur innovation and encourage job growth.
Read MoreThe EPA takes initial step towards regulating lead fuel used by small planes
The EPA has highlighted some of the environmental and public health risks associated with lead emissions. The agency wants to begin regulating the use of leaded fuel still often used in smaller airplanes.
Read MoreBritish Museum is digitizing its entire collection in response to recent thefts
The British Museum is digitizing its entire collection of more than eight million pieces, at a total cost of over $12 million. This move was announced after the museum experienced a theft back in August.
Read MoreFCC moves forward with its plan to restore Obama-era net neutrality protections
The Federal Communications Commission has voted to move forward with a plan to restore Obama-era net neutrality protections. The rules could be re-established as soon as next spring, but the FCC's effort could face legal challenges.
Read MoreBiden administration announces first recipients of $7 billion hydrogen hub program
The Biden White House will deliver $7 billion in funding for seven regional "hydrogen hubs" that will work to produce more than three million metric tons of clean hydrogen per year.
Read MoreThe FTC wants to ban hidden 'junk fees' that jack up the price of your purchases
A new rule proposed by the FTC targets hidden and "bogus" fees businesses often add onto their services at checkout, aiming to do away with the deceptive practices.
Read MoreThe Zwift Hub One trainer offers virtual shifting and broader bike compatibility
The new Zwift Hub One offers virtual shifting and more bike compatibility in a single bike trainer package for $599. Existing Hub users can upgrade with the Zwift Cog and Click controller for $60.
Read MoreCalifornia's 'right to repair' bill is now California's 'right to repair' law
California became just the third state in the nation to pass a "right to repair" consumer protection law on Tuesday, following Minnesota and New York.
Read MoreMeris MercuryX is a modular reverb pedal for the sonically adventerous
The Meris MercuryX is a modular effects pedal that allows you to create the reverb of your dreams.
Read MoreThe FCC has begun fining companies over their dead satellites
Dish Network was fined $150,000 by the FCC after it failed to carry out the proper disposal plan for its decommissioned EchoStar-7 satellite in 2022.
Read MoreHands-on photos of the new Galaxy FE line
Hands-on photos of the new 2023 Galaxy FE line including the S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE/FE+ and the Galaxy Bufs FE.
Read MoreLoog's baby digital piano could be the perfect starter instrument for newbies
Loog is back with a new starter instrument to help amateur piano players get their footing. The Loog Piano features built-in speakers, detailed digital models and a gorgeous aesthetic.
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Nintendo (4)
Annapurna Interactive is cramming 12 of its best games onto a $200 Switch cartridge
The limited release opens for pre-orders on October 25 at 12 PM ET.
Read MoreThe Analogue 3D is a Nintendo 64 for modern times
The Analogue 3D aims to be the ultimate Nintendo 64, playing original N64 cartridges on modern 4K displays. I'd love to show it to you, but Analogue is only announcing a logo and a few key specs today.
Read MoreNintendo confirms Mario and Luigi's new voice actor
Nintendo has confirmed the new voice actor of Mario and Luigi for Super Mario Bros. Wonder.
Read MoreNintendo will take 3DS and Wii U services offline in 'early April 2024'
After closing its 3DS and Wii U eShops earlier this year, Nintendo will shut down online services for those consoles in "early April 2024," it announced.
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PC Gaming (7)
Blizzard will raffle off a human-blood-infused PC if Diablo IV players donate 666 quarts
Blizzard has launched a month-long blood drive to celebrate the release of Diablo IV's second season, Season of Blood. There will be three tiers of rewards that will unlock as more people donate, with the final reward being a sweepstakes for a custom liquid-cooled PC infused with human blood.
Read MoreAlienware's latest gaming laptop is the first to feature AMD's Radeon RX 7900M GPU
Alienware just announced its followup to the m17 gaming laptop, the m18. This beast of a gaming laptop features the brand-new AMD Radeon RX 7900M GPU and the powerful AMD Ryzen 7945HX CPU.
Read MoreNVIDIA's GeForce Now will cost more in Canada and Europe starting in November
NVIDIA has raised the subscription prices for GeForce Now in Canada and Europe "to account for increased operational costs in those areas."
Read MoreValve warns that AMD’s anti-lag feature can lead to Counter-Strike 2 bans
Valve says an anti-lag feature in AMD graphics cards tricks the anti-cheat system into banning otherwise innocent players.
Read MoreEarly PS4 classic The Evil Within will be free on the Epic Games Store next week
2014 horror classic will be one of the free titles on the Epic Games Store from October 19 to 26.
Read MoreValve has no plans for Counter-Strike 2 support on Macs or older Windows PCs
Valve announced this week that Counter-Strike 2 doesn't and won't support macOS or older Windows PCs using DirectX 9 or 32-bit architectures.
Read MoreDiablo IV comes to Steam on October 17
Blizzard's hit dungeon-romping sequel 'Diablo IV' is officially coming to Steam on October 17. The Steam release joins a large patch called 'Season of Blood' that brings tons of quality of life improvements and new content.
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PlayStation (6)
Sony's $200 Pulse Explore earbuds will be available on December 6
Sony has revealed when its Pulse Explore earbuds and Pulse Elite headset will arrive. For the time being, they're the only two wireless audio devices that will work with its PlayStation Portal remote play handheld.
Read MoreLogitech reveals an accessory kit for Sony's PS5 Access controller
Logitech has revealed a set of buttons and triggers that can be used with Sony's upcoming PS5 accessibility controller.
Read MorePS Plus Premium subscribers can soon stream PS5 games on their console
Sony will soon let you stream PS5 games via the cloud. The option will only be available on PS5 consoles for PS Plus Premium members for now.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Sony’s smaller PS5 has a detachable disc drive.
The biggest news stories this morning: Sony's smaller PS5 has a detachable disc drive, The 32 best Amazon Prime Day deals right now, Sony Inzone Buds hands-on.
Read MoreSony's smaller PS5 with a detachable disc drive lands in November
Sony announced new PlayStation 5 models that will likely be unofficially coined the "PS5 Slim." The new model has the same technology on the inside but a smaller form factor with an attachable disc drive and a 1TB SSD.
Read MoreRockstar updates Red Dead Redemption port to run at 60fps on the PS5
Rockstar snuck in an update to the PS4 port of Red Dead Redemption. It now runs at 60fps when played on the PS5 in backward compatibility mode.
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Reviews (35)
Surface Laptop Studio 2 review: The ultimate all-rounder
With the addition of a USB-A port, a microSD card reader and refresh specs, Microsoft's Surface Laptop Studio 2 has become the ultimate all-rounder it always wanted to be.
Read MoreAyaneo's Kun gaming handheld is an exercise in decadence
The Kun is the largest and most powerful gaming handheld from Ayaneo to date. The massive screen and extra controls make it one of the most featureful out there, but starting at $1,000 it's also the most expesive.
Read MoreWorld of Horror is a skin-crawling dread machine that does its inspirations proud
Point-and-click RPG World of Horror was released on on Steam, PlayStation 4 and 5, and Nintendo Switch this month after years in Early Access. It's heavily influenced by the works of Junji Ito and HP Lovecraft, and players must solve five mysteries while trying to save the people of Shiokawa, Japan from the Old Gods.
Read MoreAvatar: Frontiers of Pandora's adventurous spirit might just win you over
After a two-hour demo, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is showing a lot of promise. Ubisoft's upcoming game seems like a solid expansion of James Cameron's films
Read MoreLenovo Smart Paper review: A solid e-ink tablet spoiled by the cost
Lenovos's Smart Paper is now available in several countries, including the UK. At around $400 (in the UK, £500) it's expensive. But with offline handwriting recognition, does it offer a seamless way of sharing notes across devices?
Read MoreLeica's M11-P is a disinformation-resistant camera built for wealthy photojournalists
The Leica M11-P is a $9,500 camera that fights misinformation with Content Credentials.
Read MoreBigscreen Beyond review: Gunning for the VR throne
The Bigscreen Beyond is a solid high-end VR headset targeted directly at VR enthusiasts.
Read MoreGhostrunner 2 is brutally punishing, but it feels too good to give up on
Ghostrunner 2 is intense and often tough, but One More Level has crafted a captivating game loop that's hard to walk away from.
Read MoreRay-Ban Meta smart glasses review: Instagram-worthy shades
With its latest smart glasses, Meta has managed to improve the core features, while making them more useful with new abilities like livestreaming and hands-free photo messaging.
Read MoreSuper Mario Bros. Wonder review: The joy of pure imagination
After more than 10 years since the last mainline Mario game, Super Mario Bros. Wonder has finally arrived to delight fans of sidescrollers with a non-stop rollercoaster of inspiring surprises.
Read MoreBose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones review: A new spin on a reliable formula
Bose's ANC remains best-in-class and the stock tuning is improved to give these headphones better audio even without enabling the immersive tech.
Read MoreOnePlus Open review: A thinner and more affordable flagship foldable
Packing a lighter frame, super-bright displays, innovative multitasking and a price of just $1,500 (after OnePlus' trade-in offer), the Open is a very intriguing and more affordable take on a big, fancy foldable phone.
Read MorePanasonic G9 II review: Its best Micro Four Thirds camera to date
Panasonic's $1,900 G9 II is one of the most capable hybrid cameras available, and the best Micro Four Thirds camera in the company's lineup.
Read MoreMiCreator Studio hands-on: A $199 portable recording studio worth more than its price tag
Austrian Audio's MiCreator Studio is a excellent condenser mic and an audio interface crammed into a tiny package that's better than it has any right being at $199.
Read MoreMarvel's Spider-Man 2 review: The rare game that's both bigger and better
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 continues in the tradition of the excellent Spidey games that preceded it, but makes just about everything bigger and better.
Read MoreThe Fabulous Fear Machine is a delicious pulp game about the horrors of propaganda
The Fabulous Fear Machine is a pulp horror RTS game that feels like Tales from the Crypt, but with propaganda as the target subject. It's kitsch, it's camp, and I adore it.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Meta Quest 3 and Pixel 8 reviews (Guest: Norm Chan from Tested)
The Meta Quest 3 is here, and it's the best standalone VR headset we've ever seen. But is that enough to make people care about virtual reality?
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on Google’s Pixel 8 Pro
The biggest news stories this morning: NASA reveals what it found on the asteroid Bennu, Microsoft might owe $28.9 billion in back taxes, Our verdict on Google's Pixel 8 Pro.
Read MorePolar's Vantage V3 fitness watch is a big upgrade that costs $600
Polar's new iteration of the Vantage watch, the Polar Vantage 3, is available for pre-order for $600.
Read MorePixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro review: Google's most compelling phones in years
Powered by Google's Tensor G3 chip and a new suite of impressive AI features, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are some of the most compelling Android phones in years.
Read MorePixel Watch 2 review: Not leading the way, but no longer lagging
Our review of the Pixel Watch 2, including testing of its new stress management feature, heart rate sensor and battery life.
Read MoreAssassin's Creed Mirage review: A warm, bloody hug from an old friend
Assassin's Creed Mirage is a solid return to the early days of the open-world adventure series. While the story is fairly pedestrian, Ubisoft's back-to-basics approach freshens up a franchise that has been bogged down by RPG elements in recent years.
Read MoreSony Inzone Buds hands-on: A slick, gamer-focused twist on the WF-1000XM5
After launching its line of Inzone gaming peripherals last year, today Sony has returned to expand its offering with a new pair of gamer earbuds and an updated set of mid-range headphones.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on the Meta Quest 3
The biggest news stories this morning: Apple iPhone 15 review, Oculus Quest 3 review and ??how hackers are using Bluetooth to track police activity.
Read MoreApple iPhone 15 review: The most substantial update to the regular iPhone in years
In an era when the "regular" iPhone has become a home for the previous year's Pro features, the iPhone 15 actually feels like a significant upgrade.
Read MoreMeta Quest 3 review: A bit of mixed reality makes for better VR
The Meta Quest 3 delivers an even better self-contained VR experience than the Quest 2, thanks to improved screens and lenses.
Read MoreiOS 17 review: Notable new features and streamlined touches
iOS 17 brings some substantial new features and a lot of upgrades that streamline how you use your iPhone, especially when connecting with other iPhone users. After more time with the finished product, iOS 17 feels like a big quality-of-life upgrade for iPhone users. Without a big tentpole feature, it's harder to pinpoint why it's so much better — but we'll try.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 8 Pro vs. the competition: From Tensor to temperature sensor
Here's how the new Google Pixel 8 Pro compares to the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra on the spec sheet.
Read MoreThe Pixel Watch 2 vs. the competition: A more robust wearable
Google officially announced the Pixel 2 on Wednesday during its 'Made by Google Event'. Here is how the specs stack up against competitors in the wearables space.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 8 vs. the competition: The seven-year smartphone
Here's how the new Google Pixel 8 compares to two close rivals, the Apple iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy S23, on paper.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro hands-on: Generative AI and a temperature sensor on your phone
Our first impressions of Google's latest flagships, including how to use the temperature sensor on the Pixel 8 Pro.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel Watch 2 hands-on: New biometric sensors in a slightly lighter package
Our early impressions of the Pixel Watch 2 and its updated health-tracking features.
Read MoreGoogle’s Pixel Watch 2 refines last year’s template
The big emphasis is on better vital signs tracking, and much better battery life.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy S23 FE hands-on: Moving beyond fan edition
For 2023, Samsung is bringing back its FE line, except this time it doesn't stand for "fan edition" anymore. Now a designation simply meant to denote more affordable versions of flagship Galaxy devices, on Tuesday Samsung announced the Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE/FE+ and the Galaxy Buds FE.
Read MoreSurface Laptop Go 3 review: Microsoft’s basic PC grows up
The Surface Laptop Go 3 has evolved into a truly compelling compact mid-range laptop.
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Robotics (1)
NVIDIA's latest AI model helps robots perform pen spinning tricks as well as humans
The robots can do nearly 30 different tasks.
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Samsung (4)
Samsung credits strong smartphone and mobile display sales for income growth
Samsung's revenue and profit numbers are still much smaller than last year's, but they're better than previous quarters'.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Samsung pays tribute to its flip phone past with limited-edition foldable
The biggest news stories this morning: Samsung pays tribute to its flip phone past with limited-edition foldable, Google's default search engine status cost it $26 billion in 2021, How to watch Apple's Scary Fast event tonight.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Z Flip 5 Retro pays tribute to the iconic SGH-E700 flip phone
Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Z Flip 5 Retro, a limited edition version that pays homage to the iconic SGH-E700.
Read MoreSamsung's $30 Galaxy SmartTag 2 arrives on October 11 with an all-new design
Samsung has unveiled the SmartTag 2, an AirTag-like tracking device that's a successor to the original SmartTag released in 2021.
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Science (6)
NYU is developing 3D streaming video tech with the help of its dance department
NYU is launching a project to spur the development of immersive 3D video for dance education — and perhaps other areas. Boosted by a $1.2 million four-year grant from the National Science Foundation, it will try to make Point-Cloud Video (PCV) tech viable for streaming.
Read MoreWhat the evolution of our own brains can tell us about the future of AI
How is a AI chatbot like a human neocortex? No, not practice. Prediction!
Read MoreChan Zuckerberg Initiative’s $250 million NYC biohub will engineer disease-fighting cells
The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, an organization led by Priscilla Chan and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, announced the creation of a new biomedical research center in New York City that will focus on learning the mechanisms of immune cells and eventually engineering more efficient ones.
Read MoreCoin flips don’t appear to have 50/50 odds after all
A large team of researchers concluded that, when caught in the air, coin flips are 50.8% likely to land on the same side that started facing upwards.
Read MoreNobel Prize in Chemistry awarded to trio of quantum dot researchers
The 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry winners contributed to the discovery and development of quantum dots. Moungi G. Bawendi, Louis E. Brus and Alexei I. Ekimov will share the honors.
Read MoreHitting the Books: We are the frogs in the boiling pot, it's time we started governing like it.
Rising authoritarianism, climbing temperatures, and expanding social media empires are exacerbating our ongoing democratic crisis.
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Smartphones (15)
Amazon is giving away $100 gift cards with Samsung Galaxy S23 FE purchases
Samsung's Galaxy S23 FE only just arrived, but Amazon already has a tempting deal on the budget-oriented smartphone.
Read MoreHonor teases the Magic 6 smartphone with eye-tracking and a built-in LLM
Honor just teased its new flagship smartphone at Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit. The Magic 6 will boast eye-tracking and a built-in AI assistant developed using a large language model.
Read MoreThe Xiaomi 14 Pro packs a faster Leica camera and comes in a titanium edition
Xiaomi 14 Pro packs a faster Leica Summilux lens, and you can get it in titanium flavor, too.
Read MoreMotorola is back with another slap bracelet phone concept
Motorola showcased an "adaptive display" prototype that can be rolled into a phone, stand or smart bracelet. The company also highlighted several potential AI-powered features for the devices you can already buy.
Read MoreQualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 brings on-device generative AI to more Android phones
Qualcomm has revealed its new chipset for mobile devices. Among other upgrades, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 supports on-device generative AI.
Read MoreThe Morning After: OnePlus' thinner, more affordable flagship foldable
The biggest news stories this morning: Watch a Shiba Inu speedrun video games for charity, Crypto company owned by Winklevoss twins hit by lawsuit, Adobe adds plenty of AI wizardry to Photoshop and Premiere.
Read MoreOppo's Find N3 foldable goes big on displays and durability
The Oppo Find N3 foldable phone packs some significant upgrades in photography and durability.
Read MoreXiaomi’s new ‘HyperOS’ will power its smartphones and beyond
Xiaomi's new 'HyperOS' will let users, vehicles and smart devices connect with one another seamlessly.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 8 bundles are up to 25 percent off at Amazon
Google Pixel 8 bundles are up to 25 percent off at Amazon, meaning you can effectively get a Pixel Watch 2 or Pixel Buds Pro for free.
Read MorePixel 8a leak shows off a slimmer design with rounded edges
Google released the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro models less than a week ago, but we're already seeing leaks of the upcoming budget version.
Read MoreHow to pre-order the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro
Here's how to pre-order Google's latest Pixel smartphones, the new Pixel watch and the new Pixel earbuds.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 8 lineup has a bevy of generative AI features
Google is infusing Pixel 8s with generative AI, adding on-demand summaries, translations and read-aloud features in articles and web pages.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 8 is a smaller 6.2-inch flagship with a bigger battery
Google's new Pixel 8 comes with upgrades to all the major smartphone specs this year, but in a slightly smaller package.
Read MoreAndroid 14 is now available to download on Pixel devices
Android 14 is now rolling out to Pixel devices. Users of other compatible Android phones, such as Samsung Galaxy devices, will be able to download the public version of the OS later this year.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple addresses iPhone 15 overheating issues
The biggest news stories this morning: Humane's futuristic wearable revealed at Paris Fashion Week, It's not Tom Hanks in that dental ad, and he's not happy about it, Apple is working on a fix for iPhone 15 overheating issues.
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Social Media (45)
How to download videos from X, previously Twitter
Elon Musk has announced the new feature on his account and explained that a Blue subscriber can download content by tapping the ellipsis (...) menu on the upper right corner of the screen when a video is in full screen mode.
Read MoreX won’t pay creators for tweets that get fact checked with community notes
Elon Musk said that X is making a "slight change" to its monetization program and that tweets that are fact-checked via community notes will no longer be eligible for payouts as part of X's revenue-sharing program.
Read MoreFacebook and Instagram will start offering ad-free plans in Europe in November
Facebook and Instagram users in Europe will soon be able to pay for an ad-free experience on both platforms. Depending on how you sign up, the plan starts at €10 per month.
Read MoreX introduces an ad-free ‘Premium+’ tier for $16 a month
X is adding two new tiers to its subscription offering, previously known as Twitter Blue.
Read MoreWhat we got right (and wrong) about Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter
In many ways, the results of Elon Musk's takeover of Twitter has actually been fairly predictable, even if his erratic decisions have played out in unexpected ways.
Read MoreThreads now has polls and an easy way to post GIFs
Threads now has built-in features for posting GIFs and polls. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the new features on Thursday.
Read MoreMark Zuckerberg: Threads has ‘just under’ 100 million monthly active users
Mark Zuckerberg said Threads currently has "just under" 100 million monthly active users, and that he thinks there's a "good chance" the app could reach 1 billion users in the next couple of years.
Read MoreX is rolling out the audio and video calling feature nobody asked for
X users can now make and receive audio and video calls on the social media platform.
Read MoreSnapchat grows to more than 400 million users
Snapchat grew to more than 400 million users, the company announced in its third-quarter earnings report.
Read MoreTwitter clone Pebble is shutting down just five weeks after a rebrand
Twitter clone Pebble, formerly T2 Social, is shutting down just five weeks after a rebrand. The shutdown is effective immediately, but current users will be able to download personal archives.
Read MoreTinder will let your family nag you and play virtual matchmaker
"Tinder Matchmaker" will allow users' family and friends to access the dating app and make recommendations for potential matches.
Read MoreInstagram's latest test feature turns users' photos into stickers for Reels and Stories
Adam Mosseri showed off a new feature in testing on Instagram to his broadcast channel. Sticker creation is coming to Stories and Reels, letting users create custom stickers from their own photos and "eligible" photos from other users.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court will hear case on government’s contacts with social media companies
The Supreme Court will weigh in on a controversial case attempting to limit contact between federal officials and social media companies.
Read MoreDiscord’s latest teen safety blitz starts with content filters and automated warnings
Starting today, Discord is rolling out new automated safety alerts and content filters it claims will better protect teen users. The company's Teen Safety Assist initiative comes after a recent report found at least 35 cases over six years where US prosecutors accused adults of allegedly using Discord to groom, kidnap and sexually assault children.
Read MoreInstagram will soon let you create polls in the comments section of your posts
Head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri, shared in his broadcast channel that the platform is testing the ability for users to create polls in the comments on their posts. It'll roll out to a small group of users before later coming to everyone.
Read MoreThe EU is probing Meta and TikTok’s Israel-Hamas response
Under the Digital Services Act, the European Commission has asked Meta and TikTok for information about how they've handled misinformation regarding the Isreal-Hamas crisis.
Read MoreWhatsApp tests self-destructing voice notes
The new feature lets you set voice notes to view once.
Read MoreThe Morning After: X starts charging new users $1 per year to send tweets
The biggest news stories this morning: The new $79 Apple Pencil has a USB-C charging port, X starts charging new users $1 per year to send tweets, Netflix's first live sports event is a golf tournament.
Read MoreX begins charging new users $1 per year to send tweets
X has confirmed its plans to charge new users for the service previously known as Twitter.
Read MoreX now requires community fact checks to include sources
X will now require its volunteer contributors to include sources on every community note they write.
Read MoreWhatsApp debuts passkey logins on Android
The Meta-owned chat application has launched passkey support for Android, which means you no longer have to use OTPs from two-factor authentication to be able to log into your account.
Read MoreSnapchat enables video and stories embeds
Snap appears to be taking a leaf out of TikTok's content playbook.
Read MoreAustralian regulators fine X for dodging questions about CSAM response
Australia has fined X (formerly Twitter) AUD 610,500 (around $387,000) for failing to fully comply with required questions about the platform's handling of child exploitation material.
Read MoreTikTok details how it's taking action against Israel-Hamas misinformation
The announcement follows similar statements from Meta and X.
Read MoreYouTube warned by EU official to keep a close eye on Israel-Hamas war content
EU Commissioner Thierry Breton is asking Alphabet to be "very vigilant" when it comes to Israel-Hamas-related content posted on YouTube.
Read MoreThe EU is probing X's response to Israel-Hamas misinformation
Two days after EU Commissioner Thierry Breton sent an "urgent" letter to Elon Musk over X's handling of misinformation, the governing body has opened a probe into the platform formerly known as Twitter.
Read MoreThreads gets an edit button, no subscription required
Mark Zuckerberg revealed that Threads is rolling out two new features starting today: an edit button and the option to post voice clips.
Read MoreTikTok is changing how it pays filter creators
TikTok is making changes to its Effect Creator Rewards program. These changes will affect creators of viral filters and effects.
Read MoreX CEO responds to EU officials over handling of Israel-Hamas disinformation
Linda Yaccarino, X's CEO, says the company has redistributed its resources and has refocused internal teams, which are now working round the clock to address the platform's needs related to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.
Read MoreNew York lawmakers are cracking down on kids' exposure to social media algorithms
If passed, anyone under 18 would require permission from a parent or guardian to view content on accounts they don't follow.
Read MoreUtah sues TikTok over child safety issues and its links to China
Utah has sued TikTok over child safety issues and the company's China-based ownership.
Read MoreEU official warns Elon Musk about X’s handling of disinformation amid Israel-Hamas war
A top European Union official is warning Elon Musk about the spread of misinformation on X amid the Israel-Hamas war.
Read MoreX changes its policy around 'newsworthy' posts that would otherwise break rules
Twitter has modified its policy on newsworthy content to allow more posts that would usually break its rules to remain on the platform. The company made the change amid the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Read MoreTikTok now lets you post directly from third-party apps
TikTok announced a new API today that lets creators post to the platform directly from select third-party apps. Direct Post will launch with products from Adobe, Twitch and more.
Read MoreX now lets you restrict replies to verified accounts only
It's currently available regardless of your verification status.
Read MoreTrending topics feature may be coming to the Threads app
Meta's Threads app may get a trending topics section. The potential new feature was showcased in reposted screenshots originally shared by a Meta employee.
Read MoreX tests three paid subscription tiers amid ongoing financial woes
X, formerly Twitter, is reportedly testing a trio of paid subscription tiers, breaking down into basic, standard and plus. Each tier will likely impact how many ads are shown on the platform.
Read MoreInstagram is testing multiple audience lists for Stories
During a broadcast on his page, Instagram head Adam Mosseri has revealed that the social media app has started testing the ability to share Stories to multiple audience lists.
Read MoreThe SEC is suing Elon Musk for refusing to testify in its Twitter investigation
The SEC is now suing the owner of X after he failed to appear for previously-scheduled testimony, The Wall Street Journal reports.
Read MoreX starts removing headlines from posted links
The website formerly known as Twitter has started removing headlines and snippets from posted links, implementing a change Fortune reported in August.
Read MorePatreon overhauls its platform with free content and more creator control
Patreon announced a slew of changes to its platform today. The most prominent is that it's not much easier for non-paying users can access the platform.
Read MoreReddit is revamping search and improving support for screen readers
Reddit is revamping search and making a key feature of its app more accessible.
Read MoreThe Morning After: X sues X
The biggest news stories this morning: Another X sues Elon Musk's X, A pedestrian was pinned under a Cruise robotaxi after another car's hit-and-run, How to watch Google unveil the Pixel 8.
Read MoreX is working on game streaming and live shopping features
Elon Musk is looking to new video features, including game streaming and live shopping, as part of his attempt to turn X into an "everything app."
Read MoreTikTok might be exploring an ad-free subscription plan
Code snippets found in the latest version of TikTok app indicate possible paid subscription ahead.
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Space (20)
NASA is launching a rocket on Sunday to study a 20,000-year-old supernova
NASA plans to launch the INFUSE mission at 11:35 PM ET on Sunday October 29 from the White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico. It will observe the Cygnus Loop, or Veil Nebula, supernova remnant
Read MoreMars' core looks bigger than it is because it's wrapped in radioactive magma
Two studies published in the journal Nature have found that Mars' core is smaller and denser than previously thought, and surrounded by a layer of molten silicates. The findings clear up previous confusion about its internal makeup.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The moon is older than we thought
The biggest news stories this morning: The moon is older than we thought, Apple will honor California's 'right to repair' rules nationwide, Chevy offers $1,400 to Bolt EV owners who endured lower charging levels.
Read MoreLunar rock samples suggest moon is older than previously thought
Researchers have just discovered that the moon is about 40 million years older than previously thought.
Read MoreNASA's OSIRIS-REx mission collected more Bennu asteroid samples than first thought
NASA scientists are struggling to open OSIRIS-REx's primary sample container, but the mission has already exceeded the agency's goal of bringing at least 60 grams of asteroid Bennu back to Earth.
Read MoreSpaceX will launch ESA navigation satellites amid delays with the EU's own rockets
SpaceX has struck a deal with the European Space Agency (ESA) to launch four of Europe's Galileo navigation satellites into orbit.
Read MoreNASA's John Mather keeps redefining our understanding of the cosmos
Inside the Star Factory melds stunning photography with insightful profiles of the people that made the James Webb Space Telescope possible.
Read MoreSpaceX will ramp up its launches in 2024 for Starlink's satellite-to-cell service
It's aiming for 12 flights a month, for a total of 144 missions for the whole year.
Read MoreIndia wants to build its own space station and send astronauts to the moon by 2040
India announced plans to build the Bharatiya Antariksha Station — or the Indian Space Station — by 2035, and follow this up with a crewed mission to the moon by 2040. The country is preparing by planning its first crewed mission, currently set for 2025.
Read MoreNASA’s Psyche spacecraft embarks on a six-year journey to its asteroid namesake
NASA's Psyche spacecraft has embarked on a six-year, 2.2-billion-mile journey to study an asteroid of the same name. Psyche the asteroid is estimated to contain clues to planetary formation in the early Solar System.
Read MoreThere's no easy answer to being a space janitor
Debris is piling up in Earth's orbit from decades of launches. Companies like Astroscale and ClearSpace are developing ways to remove some of that junk.
Read MoreHere's what NASA brought back from the asteroid Bennu
NASA launched the spacecraft OSIRIS-REx to take samples from an asteroid. Now it's back and the space agency is going to show us what it found, likely metals.
Read MoreWatch NASA reveal its Bennu asteroid samples at 11AM ET
A livestream is taking place on its Youtube channel.
Read MoreHow to watch the 'ring of fire' solar eclipse on October 14
There will be an annular eclipse on October 14. An annular eclipse occurs when the moon sits at the part of its orbit farthest from Earth.
Read MoreWatch NASA launch a mission to study a metal-rich asteroid this Thursday
NASA is set to undertake a mission to study a metal-rich asteroid that could help us better understand how planets like Earth were formed. You can watch the launch here.
Read MoreHitting the Books: NASA's Kathy Sullivan and advances in orbital personal hygiene
Journalist Loren Grush recounts the trailblazing efforts of America's first female astronauts in The Six.
Read MoreNASA will reveal what OSIRIS-REx brought back from asteroid Bennu on Wednesday
NASA has a livestream planned for 11 AM ET on Wednesday, October 11 to reveal the sample its OSIRIS-REx spacecraft collected from asteroid Bennu.
Read MoreThe first two Amazon Kuiper satellites are set to launch on October 6
Amazon is launching the first two Project Kuiper satellites during the Protoflight mission.
Read MorePrada will help design the spacesuits for NASA's 2025 Artemis III mission
The luxury designer will work closely with Axiom Space.
Read MoreOne of the brightest objects in the night sky is a human-made satellite
The BlueWalker 3 satellite launched in 2022 by AST SpaceMobile as a test for what eventually could be a fleet of nearly 100 broadband satellites.
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Streaming (28)
Is streaming video even still worth it?
Streaming video prices won't stop rising, but it's still better than cable
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: What’s up with streaming video price hikes?
In this episode, we chat with Janko Roettgers, author of the newsletter Lowpass, about the state of streaming media.
Read MoreSpotify looks set to overhaul its royalty model next year
Spotify's royalty model will get a massive revamp next year to give "working artists" a bigger cut, according to Music Business Worldwide.
Read MoreApple TV+ prices have doubled in just over a year
Apple has raised the prices of its Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, Apple News+ and Apple One services. In just over a year, the monthly cost of an Apple TV+ subscription has doubled to $10.
Read MoreTikTok's first live 'global music event' will feature Cardi B and Charlie Puth
TikTok is hosting its first live "global music event" in Arizona in December. Emerging artists will perform alongside headliners Cardi B, Niall Horan, Anitta and Charlie Puth.
Read MoreCrunchyroll is now an Amazon Prime Video channel
Crunchyroll has reached an agreement with Amazon to join its stable of Prime Video channels, joining Max, Starz and Paramount+. You can access the content via the Prime Video app.
Read MoreYouTube Music now lets you generate your own AI playlist art
You can design the the cover art right in the app.
Read MoreTwitch will allow simulcasting to competitor streaming platforms
Twitch will now allow users to cross-stream on other live video sites. The announcement was made at TwitchCon in Las Vegas, just as it dropped new simulcasting guidelines.
Read MoreHulu's $2-per-month student deal for its ad-supported plan is back
College students can get Hulu's ad-supported subscription tier for only $2 per month.
Read MoreNetflix jacks up the price of its premium plan to $23 a month
Netflix raised prices on two of its subscriber tiers today during its earnings report.
Read MoreYouTube's new news hub directs you toward reliable sources
YouTube has announced two new efforts to help people find news from authoritative sources. A new hub will host a range of content related to a topic or story, while it's helping established outlets to create news-focused Shorts.
Read MoreYouTube is rolling out a new 'You' section as part of a substantial update
YouTube just unveiled a spate of new tools to improve the experience for average users. These features include a lock screen for mobile devices, an updated library and much more.
Read MoreNetflix's first live sports event is a golf tournament featuring F1 drivers and PGA Tour pros
Netflix's first live sports event is a golf tournament that features F1 drivers and PGA Tour pros. You can watch The Netflix Cup live on November 14.
Read MoreBandcamp loses half its staff after being bought by Songtradr
Songtradr spokesperson Lindsay Nahmiache has admitted to SFGate that only 58 of Bandcamp's 118 employees received an offer during the transition.
Read MoreNetflix will reportedly turn more of its hit shows into games
Netflix subscribers will see more shows made in-house developed into mobile games, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal.
Read MoreTwitch adds stories to keep followers tuned in
Twitch launched stories in its mobile app. The feature is designed to let creators stay connected to their audience even when offline.
Read MoreNetflix’s Squid Game reality show premieres on November 22
Netflix has set an official premiere date for its reality show based on the hit dystopian drama Squid Game. The winner of the televised contest will receive nearly 5 million bucks.
Read MoreNetflix to open branded retail stores for some reason
Netflix has decided to open a number of brick-and-mortar locations to sell items based on hit shows, offer dining and provide live events. There's also going to be an obstacle course based on 'Squid Game.'
Read MoreTwitch finally prevents users from watching channels they're banned from
Twitch has rolled out a feature that blocks banned users from watching the streams of the creators that banned them in the first place, a long-requested tool. However, logged-out users can watch any stream.
Read MoreStar Trek: Prodigy finds a new home on Netflix
Star Trek: Prodigy has found a new home on Netflix after being summarily canceled and deleted from Paramount+. The streaming platform will air season one later this year and season two next year.
Read MoreCrunchyroll launches a 24/7 anime channel
Crunchyroll is introducing a 24/7 streaming channel that features English-dubbed programming of various anime shows.
Read MoreAll of Doctor Who is finally coming to BBC iPlayer
All of Doctor Who is coming to BBC iPlayer. All of it.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Sony offers 100 free movies to its PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers
The biggest news stories this morning: Samsung's $30 Galaxy SmartTag 2 arrives with an all-new design, Amazon's first satellites to launch October 6, Sony offers 100 free movies to its PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers.
Read MoreNetflix nabs the iconic Dead Cells for its ever-growing games library
Netflix has nabbed the rights to 'Dead Cells' for Android and iOS, allowing subscription members access to the game. Additionally, there's an enhanced version of horror puzzler 'Slayaway Camp' coming soon.
Read MorePS Plus Premium subscribers can now stream up to 100 Sony movies at no extra cost
Sony has released its own movie streaming app for PS4 and PS5. Along with being able to buy and rent films, PS Plus Premium subscribers can stream up to 100 movies at no extra cost through Sony Pictures Core.
Read MoreRoku's latest update adds expert picture tuning, sports favoriting and more
With Roku facing increased competition from rivals, especially Google itself, the company has just unveiled its latest update with a raft of new features.
Read MoreSpotify gives Premium subscribers free 15 hours of audiobook listening
Starting on October 4, subscribers in the UK and Australia will get access to a selection of more than 150,000 audiobooks without having to pay extra. US subscribers will also be able to enjoy the new perk sometime later this year.
Read MoreThe Discovery+ ad-free plan now costs an extra $2 per month
Discovery+ is increasing prices for the first time in the US and Canada.
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Tablets (2)
Amazon's Fire Max 11 tablet just dropped to a record-low price of $150
Amazon's Fire Max 11 tablet just dropped to a record-low price of $150, representing a savings of $80. This is the lowest price ever for the company's most powerful tablet and part of an early Black Friday deal.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel Tablet is on sale for a new low of $399
The Google Pixel Tablet has dropped to a new low of $399 ahead of Black Friday.
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Tomorrow (2)
Engadget Podcast: Breaking down the “Techno-Optimist Manifesto” with Paris Marx
In this episode, we dive into Marc Andreessen's Techno-Optimist Manifesto with tech critic Paris Marx.
Read MoreCould MEMS be the next big leap in headphone technology?
California-based xMEMS is one of a small handful of companies pushing the new, solid-state technology. It promises high fidelity with a tiny footprint, but will listeners be convinced?
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TV & Movies (13)
Fox Sports will use drones in World Series broadcasts for the first time
For the World Series, Fox plans to use the trio of drones to capture moments like relief pitchers coming in from the bullpen, warm-ups between innings and pitchers leaving the mound.
Read MoreStar Trek: Lower Decks goes back to its beginnings
What happens when 'Lower Decks' starts asking fundamental questions about what Star Trek is?
Read MoreNetflix's Squid Game: The Challenge trailer confirms it missed the message
Netflix has launched a full-length trailer for the upcoming 'Squid Game: The Challenge.' The reality competition series debuts on November 22.
Read MoreAmazon’s Fallout series finally has a release date
Amazon announced via a teaser that the 'Fallout' TV series will premiere on April 12, 2024.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Max Evry on his oral history of David Lynch's Dune
In this bonus episode, Devindra chats with film journalist Max Evry, author of A Masterpiece in Disarray: David Lynch's Dune.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Get ready for the Myspace documentary
The biggest news stories this morning: The Nintendo 64 gets the retro console remake from Analogue, Get ready for the Myspace documentary, Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses review.
Read MoreDisney is making a live-action Gargoyles show with James Wan
Disney its turning Gargoyles, its animated cult classic from the 90s, into a live-action TV series for its streaming service.
Read MoreNostalgia alert: There’s a documentary about Myspace in the works
The once-popular social media site Myspace is getting a documentary about its history. Gunpowder & Sky and The Documentary Group have teamed up for the project.
Read MoreThe full trailer for Scott Pilgrim Takes Off is here, and it brings the heat
Netflix released a new trailer for its upcoming anime series Scott Pilgrim Takes Off. The show will feature the original cast from the 2010 movie, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, and is co-written and executive produced by the creator of the comics, Bryan Lee O'Malley.
Read MoreBest Buy may end DVD and Blu-ray sales early next year
The news follows shortly after Netflix ended its DVD delivery service.
Read MoreSAG-AFTRA accuses studios of 'bully tactics' after talks break down
CEOs from Disney, Netflix and more reportedly walked away from the table.
Read MoreThere’s a live-action Cyberpunk 2077 show or movie on the way
CD Projekt Red has teamed up with the production company Anonymous Content to make a live action TV show or movie based on Cyberpunk 2077. Everything here is in the early stages and details are scant.
Read MoreCyberattack thriller from the creator of Mr. Robot gets a star-studded trailer
Sam Esmail's new movie 'Leave the World Behind' premieres on Netflix on December 8 and hits theaters on November 22. The techno-thriller stars Julia Roberts, Ethan Hawke, Mahershala Ali and Kevin Bacon.
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VPN (1)
NordVPN plans are nearly 70 percent off ahead of Black Friday
NordVPN just began an early Black Friday promotional deal that nets you two years of service for nearly 70 percent off. The sale ends on November 29.
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Wearables (11)
Apple Watch is live with Double Tap — how to customize the gesture on watchOS 10.1
Double Tap is Apple's answer to the problem of using a smartwatch when your opposite hand is holding a bag of groceries, dog leash, flashlight or anything else.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Watch 6 falls to an all-time low of $235
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 the best option for Android users in our guide to the best smartwatches, and now it's on sale for an all-time low of $235 at Amazon.
Read MoreXreal's $399 Air 2 augmented reality glasses are now available to pre-order
Xreal just released a new version of its augmented reality glasses called the Xreal Air 2 in Europe and the US.
Read MoreQualcomm reveals it's making a RISC-V chip for Android wearables
Qualcomm is working with Google to develop a RISC-V platform that can power Wear OS devices.
Read MoreStudy: Wearable sensors more accurately track Parkinson’s disease progression than traditional observation
Oxford University researchers found that by using a combination of wearable sensor data and machine learning algorithms, the progression of Parkinson's disease can be monitored more accurately than in traditional clinical observation.
Read MoreThe new Apple Watch Ultra 2 just received a rare $50 discount for Prime Day
Apple's just-released Watch Ultra 2 is on sale via Amazon as part of the Prime Day shopping event. You can pick one up for $750, which represents a savings of $50.
Read MoreMyFitnessPal update lets users track meals or workouts on Wear OS watches
Users can now log workouts and food intake directly on smartwatches running Google's Wear OS.
Read MoreThe Gmail app for Wear OS is finally available
Google has finally released a native Gmail app for Wear OS to coincide with the launch of the Pixel Watch 2. This feature was originally teased back in May at I/O.
Read MoreFitbit is getting an AI chatbot that can tell you why your run sucked
At the 'Made by Google Event' in New York, the company announced a new "generative AI" feature that will be made available on the Fitbit app later next year.
Read MorePixel Buds Pro update adds conversation detection and several other new features
Google's Pixel Buds Pro are getting a big update this fall, including conversation detection and improved call quality.
Read MoreHumane shows off its futuristic 'Ai Pin' wearable
Humane has unveiled the Ai Pin in full at a Paris fashion show (Humane x Coperni) as a way to show off the device's new form factor.
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Xbox (5)
Skating/murder sim Rollerdrome is coming to Xbox Game Pass
Dystopian roller-skating sim Rollerdrome is coming to Xbox as a day one Game Pass title on November 28. It's also launching on Steam for $30.
Read MoreMicrosoft’s keyboard mapping feature for Xbox controllers is here
Microsoft has begun rolling out its new keyboard mapping feature, which will make gaming that much easier for folks with disabilities.
Read MoreHow to watch Xbox’s third-party games showcase
Microsoft and Xbox are presenting a third-party gaming showcase on Wednesday to shine a light on upcoming titles like 'Alan Wake 2.' There should be plenty of surprises.
Read MoreLatest Xbox accessibility features include controller pairing without touching the console
Microsoft announced a slew of accessibility updates for Xbox players on consoles and PCs, including a way to pair a new controller without touching the console.
Read MoreModern Warfare III and Diablo IV won't come to Game Pass until 2024
Activision Blizzard is waiting for Microsoft's acquisition to be finalized before adding recent and upcoming titles to Game Pass.
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