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The Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 is $40 off for Amazon Prime Day
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8BitDo marks its 11th anniversary with gold and silver metal controllers
8BitDo released two limited edition metal controllers painted gold and silver.
Read MoreInsta360's Flow Pro smartphone gimbal uses Apple's DockKit to track you
Insta360 has launched the Flow Pro smartphone gimbal with a feature we've never seen on any such product to date: Apple DockKit support.
Read MoreLogitech G launches a new $80 gaming mouse
Logitech G launches the G309 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse.
Read MoreYour next webcam could be a Game Boy Camera
Epilogue is adapting its emulator app to turn Game Boy Cameras into fuzzy yet functional webcams.
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AI (26)
US Copyright Office calls for better legal protections against AI-generated deepfakes
The US Copyright Office has published a report recommending new and improved protections against digital replicas.
Read MoreSenators introduce bill to protect individuals against AI-generated deepfakes
A bipartisan group of senators has introduced a bill that would make it illegal to create digital recreations of a person's voice or likeness without consent.
Read MoreOpenAI rolls out advanced Voice Mode and no, it won't sound like ScarJo
OpenAI is bringing the alpha version of its advanced Voice Mode to a limited number of ChatGPT Plus users today.
Read MorePerplexity will put ads in its AI search engine and share revenue with publishers
It's not clear exactly how much revenue Perplexity will share with publishers. Dmitry Shevelenko, the company's chief business officer, declined to reveal numbers but told Engadget that it would be a "meaningful double-digit percentage shared back with the publishers that contributed source input to the answer."
Read MoreWebsites accuse AI startup Anthropic of bypassing their anti-scraping rules and protocol
iFixit and Freelancer have accused Anthropic, the AI startup behind the Claude large language models, of ignoring their "do not crawl" robots.txt protocol and policy to scrape their websites' data.
Read MoreHere's how to stop Grok's AI models using your tweets for training
X automatically opted users into letting Grok's AI models train on their tweets and interactions with the chatbot. Here's how to opt out.
Read MoreThe Morning After: OpenAI reveals its AI-powered search engine, SearchGPT
The biggest news stories this morning: AI video startup Runway reportedly trained on 'thousands' of YouTube videos without permission, The best cameras for 2024, WhatsApp hits 100 million monthly active US users.
Read MoreOpenAI unveils SearchGPT, an AI-powered search engine
The launch of SearchGPT comes amid growing competition in AI-powered search.
Read MoreAI video startup Runway reportedly trained on ‘thousands’ of YouTube videos without permission
AI company Runway reportedly scraped "thousands" of YouTube videos and pirated versions of copyrighted movies without permission. Alleged spreadsheets of internal company data suggest Runway trained its Gen-3 model using YouTube content from Disney, Netflix, Pixar and popular media outlets.
Read MoreAI search engines that don’t pay up can’t index Reddit content
When Reddit said last month that it would block unauthorized data scraping from its site, everyone's (rightful) first reaction was "AI." However, now that the change has taken effect, search engines that don't have deals with the website now appear to be locked out.
Read MoreThe US Senate unanimously passes a bill to empower victims of intimate deepfakes
The US Senate unanimously passed a bill on Tuesday designed to hold accountable those who make or share deepfake porn. The DEFIANCE Act would allow victims to sue those who create, share or possess AI-generated sexual images or videos using their likeness.
Read MoreUS and European antitrust regulators agree to do their jobs when it comes to AI
Regulators in the US, UK and EU have agreed on a set of shared principles to bolster competition in the AI space.
Read MoreAdobe's Photoshop can now generate AI images via prompts like Dall-E or Midjourney
Adobe has widely released its new and potentially contentious feature: text-to-image generation for Photoshop.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Condé Nast is the latest media company to accuse AI search engine Perplexity of plagiarism
The biggest news stories this morning: EU officials say Meta may be violating consumer laws with paid 'ad-free' plan, The Engadget guide to the best smartwatches, Apple accused of underreporting suspected CSAM on its platforms.
Read MoreCondé Nast has reportedly accused AI search startup Perplexity of plagiarism
The letter, which was sent on Monday, demands that Perplexity stop using content from Condé Nast publications in its AI-generated responses and accused the startup of plagiarism.
Read MoreOpenAI's new, lightweight GPT-4o mini model promises an improved ChatGPT experience
GPT-4o mini can currently take in and generate text and images, but the model will eventually be able to process other types of content like audio and video.
Read MoreThe Morning After: AI models from Apple, NVIDIA and more were reportedly trained on YouTube videos
The biggest news stories this morning: This is what Google's next foldable Pixel looks like, OnePlus just unveiled a new full-sized tablet, AMC is bringing fifteen shows to Netflix for one year.
Read MoreApple, NVIDIA and Anthropic reportedly used YouTube transcripts without permission to train AI models
The findings of the investigation spotlight AI's uncomfortable truth: the technology is largely built on the backs of data siphoned from creators without their consent or compensation.
Read MoreOpenAI is reportedly working on more advanced AI models capable of reasoning and ‘deep research’
Among the project's goals is to enable the company's AI models to autonomously scour the internet in order to "plan ahead" for more complex tasks, according to an internal document seen by Reuters.
Read MoreOpenAI whistleblowers call for SEC probe into NDAs that kept employees from speaking out on safety risks
OpenAI's NDAs are once again under scrutiny after whistleblowers penned a letter to the SEC alleging that employees were made to sign "illegally restrictive" agreements preventing them from speaking out on AI's potential harms.
Read MoreThree senators introduce bill to protect artists and journalists from unauthorized AI use
The US Senate bill would prohibit unauthorize use of content to train or create AI content and authorize the FTC to go after offenders.
Read MoreThe EU will start enforcing its new AI regulations on August 1
The European Union has published the full and final text for the EU AI Act in its Official Journal.
Read MoreThe Morning After: OpenAI’s week of security issues
The biggest news stories this morning: FTC warns some PC manufacturers that they're violating right to repair rules, The most-delayed video game in history is finally available... on the Game Boy Advance, Texas court blocks ban on noncompete agreements.
Read MoreYou can now get AI Judy Garland or James Dean to read you the news
ElevenLabs is offering AI voices of deceased icons on their new Reader App.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Google’s greenhouse gas emissions climbed nearly 50 percent in five years due to AI
The biggest news stories this morning: Meta is changing its policy for the most-moderated word on its platforms, How Apple redesigned its Photos app around customization, A new Resident Evil game is in the works from the director of Resident Evil 7.
Read MoreMidjourney is creating Donald Trump pictures when asked for images of 'the president of the United States'
The tests show that Midjourney's guardrails to prevent users from generating images of Trump and Biden ahead of the upcoming US presidential election aren't enough — in fact, it's really easy for people to get around them.
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Amazon (9)
CPSC says Amazon is responsible for hazardous items from third-party sellers
Amazon is legally responsible for faulty or defective products sold through its Fulfilled by Amazon program, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Read MoreAmazon is giving The Boys the prequel treatment
The cast and crew of Amazon's The Boys announced a bunch of new spinoffs for the supe action series.
Read MoreSenate probe: Bernie Sanders claims nearly half of Amazon warehouse workers were injured during Prime Day 2019
A US Senate Committee led by Bernie Sanders (I-VT) has issued a report claiming nearly half of Amazon warehouse workers were injured during the week of Prime Day 2019. The company says the findings are misleading.
Read MoreAmazon is adding a free $300 gift card when you pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
If you're considering a premium foldable phone, these pre-order deals ahead of Prime Day may be the way to go. You can get a $300 Amazon gift card when you reserve the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and a $200 one with the Galaxy Z Flip 6.
Read MoreAmazon’s AI chatbot Rufus is now live for all US customers
Amazon's AI chatbot Rufus is now live for all US customers. It's still in beta and looks to be exclusively tied to the app.
Read MoreEnvironmental groups accuse Amazon of ‘distorting the truth’ in latest clean-energy claim
On Wednesday, Amazon claimed that it reached its goal of sourcing all its energy from clean energy sources in the past year. But environmental experts warn that the company is "misleading the public by distorting the truth."
Read MoreAmazon revives the Echo Spot smart alarm clock and swiftly discounts it by 44 percent
After an unceremonious discontinuation, the Echo Spot has returned.
Read MoreAmazon takes a new brick-and-mortar approach with a stake in Neiman Marcus
Amazon has purchased a small stake in retailer Neiman Marcus as part of Saks' $2.56 billion acquisition.
Read MoreAmazon pulls the plug on the business version of its Astro robot
After less than eight months, Amazon has discontinued the business version of its Astro security robot. Despite being "fully committed" to its home robotics division, the company has pulled the plug on the model that doubled as a security guard.
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Apple (18)
Apple Intelligence is here, as part of the iOS 18.1 developer beta
The Apple Intelligence features previewed at WWDC are here, for those brave enough to try the developer betas.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple Intelligence may not arrive with iOS 18
The biggest news stories this morning: Samsung Galaxy Ring review, Elon Musk shared a doctored Harris campaign video on X, You can date everything in Date Everything!
Read MoreApple Intelligence reportedly may not arrive until October with iOS 18.1
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is planning to introduce Apple Intelligence with iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1, which the company expects to be out by October.
Read MoreApple has reached a contract agreement with unionized US retail employees for the first time
Apple and the unionized employees at its Towson, Maryland retail store have reached a tentative agreement that could secure them better pay, job protections and more.
Read MoreApple agrees to stick by Biden administration's voluntary AI safeguards
Apple has joined more than a dozen other tech companies in signing up for the Biden administration's voluntary AI code of practice.
Read MoreApple Maps is now available on the web in beta
Apple Maps is now available on the web on Mac, iPad and Windows PCs.
Read MoreApple accused of underreporting suspected CSAM on its platforms
A child protection charity claims Apple is behind many of its peers "in tackling child sexual abuse," accusing it of underreporting CSAM cases.
Read MoreHow to install the macOS Sequoia public beta
About a month after Apple announced it at WWDC 2024, macOS Sequoia is available to test-drive as a public beta. Here's how to get the 2024 version of macOS up and running ahead of its official rollout in the fall.
Read MoreApple's iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia and watchOS 11 public betas are ready to download
Apple's first 2024 public betas have arrived. You can now install early builds of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, watchOS 11 and macOS Sequoia to preview Apple's software updates before their official arrival this fall.
Read MoreApple replaces the black HomePod mini with a black HomePod mini
Apple replaced the Space Gray HomePod mini with a Midnight version and... well, you try to tell the difference.
Read MoreApple Vision Pro goes on sale in the UK, Canada and Australia
The Apple Vision Pro is now available for purchase in Australia, Canada, France, Germany and the United Kingdom.
Read MoreApple will allow developers access to its NFC technology, avoiding an EU fine
EU developers will get access to Apple's NFC technology.
Read MoreApple blog TUAW returns as an AI content farm
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) has come back online nearly a decade after shutting down ... as an apparent AI-generated content farm.
Read MoreEpic says that Apple has accepted its third-party app store
Epic says that Apple rejected its app store submission again. The petty drama continues to unfold.
Read MoreArtists criticize Apple's lack of transparency around Apple Intelligence data
But some members of the creative community are unhappy about what they say is the company's lack of transparency around the raw information powering the AI model that makes Apple Intelligence possible.
Read MoreApple says Vision Pro will allow alternate payment methods in the EU
Apple announced that apps for the Vision Pro, which are distributed on the App Store in the EU, can offer alternative payment options.
Read MoreApple now considers its first HomePod to be 'vintage'
Apple has basically decided that anything not new is vintage.
Read MoreHow Apple redesigned its Photos app around customization
Apple executives tell Engadget why customization is one of the core features of the iOS 18 redesign of the Photos app.
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Sonos apologized for messing up its app and has offered a roadmap for fixing everything
Sonos apologized for messing up its app and offered a roadmap for fixing everything. Various features will be coming back online through October.
Read MoreCash App Pay integrates with Google Play to offer ‘next gen consumers more choice’
Cash App Pay integrates with Google Play to offer 'next gen consumers more choice'. This will be another option when checking out on Android smartphones or tablets.
Read MoreProton Mail now has a privacy-focused AI writing assistant
Proton Mail is rolling out a privacy-focused AI writing assistant for paid subscribers.
Read MoreAnthropic's Claude chatbot is now an Android app
The Claude AI chatbot from Anthropic is now available as an Android app.
Read MoreThere’s finally a retro PC emulator on the App Store
The retro PC game emulator UTM SE is now available on the App Store for iPhone, iPad and Apple Vision Pro. UTM SE will let you run classic PC games, but you'll first need to either download a pre-built machine to emulate or you can create your own from scratch.
Read MoreGoogle Photos will soon seamlessly transfer to Apple’s iCloud
Google and Apple are launching a new tool to transfer images from Google Photos to iCloud. As part of the Data Transfer Initiative (DTI), the tool will add iCloud transfers to Google Takeout's external exports.
Read MoreStrava launches a family plan
Strava is offering a family plan for up to four members based in the same country.
Read MoreNGL becomes the first app banned from hosting minors by the FTC
On Tuesday, the FTC unanimously banned the social messaging app NGL from hosting minors as part of a $5 million settlement. The first-of-its-kind ban comes after revelations that the company actively marketed the app to children with bait-and-switch tactics and other offenses.
Read MoreSpotify is launching a comment section for podcasts
Spotify is bridging the gap between podcasters and their listeners by launching a comment section for podcasts, which will start showing up on episodes today.
Read MoreProton launches its own version of Google Docs
Proton now has its own version of Google Docs in its Drive cloud storage service, and like the company's other products, it comes with end-to-end encryption.
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Big Tech (5)
Artisanal sex toy businesses might not survive Etsy's new seller policies
Etsy's new Adult Nudity and Sexual Content policy, which was quietly published at the end of June, bans sex toys, porn and other adult products as of July 29.
Read MoreVerizon faces lawsuit after record labels say it profits from piracy
Verizon "knowingly provides its high-speed service to a massive community of online pirates," the companies said in their complaint.
Read MoreElon Musk escapes paying $500 million to former Twitter employees
X Corp won a dismissal in a class-action lawsuit that sought $500 million in unpaid severance for thousands of former Twitter employees.
Read MoreMicrosoft and Apple give up their OpenAI board seats
Microsoft has withdrawn from OpenAI's board of directors a couple of weeks after the European Commission revealed that it's taking another look at the terms of their partnership, according to the Financial Times.
Read MoreDJI further diversifies from drones with the Avinox e-bike drive system
DJI is diversifying into e-bikes with the Avinox Drive System that will go up against the likes of Bosch, Shimano and SRAM.
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Buying Guides (113)
Twelve South's AirFly Duo Bluetooth dongle drops to a record low of $30
The AirFly Duo is a dongle you can use to transmit audio from any 3.5mm jack to Bluetooth earbuds or headphones. It's currently on sale for a record low price of $30.
Read MoreSave 15 percent on Disney+ streaming gift cards today only
They work for monthly subscriptions in the US.
Read MoreApple’s AirPods Pro are on sale for $180 right now
Apple's AirPods Pro are on sale for $180 right now. The high-end earbuds are nearly 30 percent off.
Read MoreYou can snag an Anker 10K MagSafe power bank now for $32
An Anker MagSafe-compatible power bank is on sale for $31.49. That's 21 percent off the regular price.
Read MoreApple's M2 MacBook Air drops back down to a record low of $799
The MacBook Air is available for only $799.
Read MoreApple's 10th-gen iPad is back on sale for $300
Check out all the iPads currently discounted on Amazon.
Read MoreApple’s M3 MacBook Air with 16GB of RAM is $200 off right now
Apple's M3 MacBook Air combines Apple's lightest and thinnest laptop design with the cutting-edge horsepower of the latest Apple silicon chip. You can get the 2024 model on sale for $200 off right now.
Read MoreThe 10th-generation iPad is back down to $300, plus the rest of this week's best tech deals
The week after Amazon's Prime Day can be a bit sleepy for deals, but we still found a few decent discounts on gear we've tested and recommend.
Read MoreThe 65-inch LG C3 OLED TV is nearly half off for today only
The 65-inch LG C3 OLED TV is nearly half off for today only. That brings the set down to a record low of $1,300.
Read MoreApple's 14-inch MacBook Pro laptop with an M3 Pro chip is $300 off at Amazon
Apple's well-specked 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M3 Pro chip, 18GB of memory and 512GB of storage is on sale for the lowest price we've seen yet at Amazon.
Read MoreThe Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max is back on sale for only $40
Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K Max is a solid option for accessing streaming services and playing games on. The device is now on sale for $40.
Read MoreThe Google Pixel Buds A-Series drop to $69
The Pixel Buds A-Series, a budget-friendly set of Google earbuds geared toward Android users, are on sale.
Read MoreOur favorite budget webcam is on sale for only $48 right now
The Anker PowerConf C200 2K Webcam for PC is discounted by 20 percent.
Read MoreA Google Nest Wi-Fi 6E three-pack is back on sale for $285
A three-pack of the Nest WIFi Pro is one of our top recommendations for a mesh Wi-Fi system and right now it's just $5 more than its all-time low.
Read MoreIt's your last chance for a $300 Amazon gift card when you pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Get an Amazon gift card when pre-ordering the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 or Flip 6.
Read MoreiRobot's Roomba Combo Essential robot vacuum and mop is on sale for $200
iRobot's Roomba Combo Essential robot vacuum and mop is on sale for $200. That's a discount of $75 and just $10 more than Prime Day.
Read MoreThe Google Pixel 8a is on sale for a low of $449
The Google Pixel 8a is our pick for the best Android smartphone for less than $500, and now it's $50 cheaper than usual.
Read MoreThe 22 best Amazon Prime Day 2024 tech deals still available to shop today
These are the best Prime Day deals on tech that you can still get now that Amazon Prime Day 2024 is over, including discounts on gear from Apple, Google, iRobot and others.
Read MoreThis Prime Day TV deal still offers 39 percent off the Samsung Frame TV
You can take about $400 off Samsung's Frame TV with an included bezel for Prime Day.
Read MorePrime Day is over but the iPad deals aren't — Shop last minute and get up to 24 percent off
Apple's 10th-gen iPad is still on sale for $299, and that's just one of many iPad deals you can still get today after Prime Day.
Read MoreAmazon Prime Day tech deals under $25 that are still available today
These are the best remaining Prime Day deals under $25 that you can get on tech, including headphones and video streamers.
Read MoreAmazon Prime Day Apple deals on AirPods, MacBooks, iPads and more that are still available today
These are the best Prime Day Apple deals you can still get now even after the shopping event has ended.
Read MorePrime Day is over, but Apple's AirPods Pro are still cheaper than ever
The second-generation AirPods Pro are 32 percent off.
Read MoreThe best educational toys for kids
Here's the latest list of best educational toys for children, as chosen by experts from Engadget.
Read MoreShop the best Amazon Prime Day tech deals before the sale ends at midnight — Top picks from Apple, Anker, Dyson and more
Prime Day is here — these are the best Prime Day deals on tech you can get this year, including gear from Apple, Anker, Dyson, Sonos and others.
Read MoreWe went through thousands of tech deals and these are the best Amazon Prime Day deals under $50
Don't forget the accessories and tiny gadgets on sale for Prime Day -- portable chargers, budget earbuds, tiny speakers and cheap cameras are all less than $50.
Read MoreThe best anti-Prime Day deals from Walmart, Target, Best Buy and more
If you don't want to shop at Amazon (or if you've already bought everything they sell and need to shop more) take a look at the deals we found from Walmart, Target B&H Photo and more.
Read MoreAnker chargers, accessories and speakers are still on sale for Amazon Prime Day
These are the best Prime Day Anker deals we could find for 2024, including deep discounts on charging gear, speakers and more.
Read MoreThe best Amazon Prime Day deals end tonight — Shop our top picks from Apple, Sonos, Anker and more
Prime Day is here — these are the best Prime Day deals on tech you can get this year, including gear from Apple, Samsung, Sony and others.
Read MoreThe best Amazon Prime Day TV deals still going today – save big on sets from Samsung, LG, TCL and more
These are the best Prime Day TV deals you can get for 2024, including discounts on sets from Sony, LG, TCL and others.
Read MorePrime Day drops Google Nest devices to record-low prices
Amazon Prime Day 2024 has brought a number of deep discounts on Google Nest devices, including Wi-Fi systems, security cameras and more.
Read MoreThe best Prime Day deals on bluetooth speakers we've tested and reviewed in 2024
We rounded up the best speaker deals we could find from Amazon's Prime Day sale with discounts on the Bluetooth and smart speakers we recommend.
Read MoreThe best AirPods deals you can still grab before Prime Day ends
These are the best Prime Day deals on AirPods that you can get for 2024.
Read MoreThis Prime Day MacBook Air deal is already great, but spending more makes it an even better value
Spoiler alert: Spend up to double the RAM and storage.
Read MoreAmazon Prime Day is still going strong and this is what our tech-obsessed readers have bought so far
These are all of the top Prime Day deals our Engadget readers have been shopping for this year.
Read MoreSome of our favorite Lego sets are at all-time low prices for Prime Day 2024
Lego sets are up to 30 percent off during Prime Day. A Star Wars X-Wing kit has dropped from $50 to $35.
Read MoreThe best laptop deals available today for Amazon Prime Day 2024
Here are the best Prime Day deals on laptops we could find for 2024, including discounts on Apple MacBooks and gaming laptops from Razer and Alienware.
Read MoreThis Amazon Prime Day deal on a four-pack of Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 trackers has the best price we've seen
Prime Day deals bring a four-pack of Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 trackers down to a record low of $65. That's a discount of $35.
Read MoreThese are the best SSD deals from Samsung, Crucial and others that are still on sale for Amazon Prime Day
These are the best Prime Day deals you can get on SSDs, microSD cards and other storage gear for 2024.
Read MoreAmazon Prime Day kitchen deals on cooking gear and appliances that are worth your money
Amazon's Prime Day is a good opportunity to snag some upgrades for your kitchen. These are the best deals on the cooking tech we recommend.
Read MoreThe best study-from-home essentials for students
All the tech and other essentials you need to study from home (and everywhere else) efficiently and effectively.
Read MoreThe best Prime Day Kindle deals on Amazon’s ereaders
Here are the best deals on Kindle ereaders from Amazon's Prime Day sale.
Read MoreThe Prime Day gaming deals we love from Amazon's latest sale
Here are the best Amazon Prime Day gaming deals for 2024, including discounts on video games, gaming laptops, gaming mice and other accessories.
Read MoreThe best Prime Day vacuum deals on our favorite robot vacuums for 2024
Here are the best Prime Day deals on robot vacuums and cordless stick vacuums you can get for 2024, including models from Dyson, iRobot and Shark.
Read MoreThis is the one Prime Day phone deal you shouldn't miss
An Amazon Prime Day deal has the Google Pixel 7a down to a record-low price. The phone, which only launched last year, typically costs $500 but is available now for half off at $250.
Read MorePrime Day deals bring our favorite pair of budget wireless earbuds down to only $49
Our favorite set of budget wireless earbuds has dropped back down to a record-low price of $49 for Prime Day.
Read MoreThe best Apple AirTag Prime Day deal we've seen discounts a four-pack to $75
Apple's AirTags are available for an all-time low price thanks to Prime Day deals.
Read MoreThe best Amazon Prime Day phone deals include up to $325 off Samsung Galaxy S24 smartphones
If you're shopping for a new smartphone this Prime Day, it'll be hard to beat these deals for the Samsung Galaxy S24 series. Amazon has the Galaxy S24, S24+ and S24 Ultra on sale for up to $250 off.
Read MorePrime Day tablet deals bring the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE down to $330
With a discounted price of just $330 for Amazon Prime Day, Samsung's 10.9-inch Galaxy Tab S9 FE is simply a great all-around Android tablet.
Read MorePrime Day Apple deals: The Apple Watch Series 9 is on sale for a record low of $280
The Apple Watch Series 9 is on sale for $280, $15 lower than its previous all-time low.
Read MoreThe Amazon Fire Max 11 tablet is on sale for a record low of $140 for Prime Day 2024
Amazon's Fire Max 11 tablet has fallen back down to $140 as part of the company's Prime Day deals.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel Watch 2 is down to its lowest price yet in this Prime Day deal
The Pixel Watch 2 WiFi version is currently on sale for $270, $17 lower than its previous all-time low and $80 less than its full retail price of $350.
Read MorePrime Day deals include up to $300 off Google Pixel 8 smartphones
Prime Day deals include up to $300 off Google's Pixel 8 smartphones, bringing them down to record-low prices.
Read MoreThe best Prime Day headphone deals for 2024
Here are the best Prime Day deals on headphones and earbuds we could find for 2024, including discounts on gear from Apple, Sony, Bose and others.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Max at are their lowest price ever for Prime Day
Get Apple's AirPods Max headphones for $395.
Read MorePrime Day deals bring the Google Pixel Buds Pro down to their lowest price yet
Prime Day deals bring the Google Pixel Buds Pro down to their lowest price yet. You can pick up a pair for $120 instead of $200
Read MoreThe second-gen Ring Indoor Cam is 50 percent off for Amazon Prime Day
The second-gen Ring Indoor Cam has dropped to a record-low price for Prime Day 2024.
Read MorePrime Day 2024: Get the Dyson Airwrap for $125 off
A Dyson Airwrap bundle with six attachments and two storage cases is $125 off for Amazon Prime Day.
Read MoreAmazon Prime Day deals discount these Sony ANC headphones to only $88
Amazon Prime Day deals discount these Sony ANC headphones to only $88. That's a record-low price.
Read MorePrime Day deals bring the Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds down to $229
Prime Day deals bring the Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds down to $229. This is a record-low price.
Read MoreThis Prime Day deal brings the Essential Roomba robot vacuum and mop down to its lowest price yet
The Roomba Combo Essential was already pretty budget-friendly to begin with, but you can now get the 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop model for $85 less than its retail price of $275.
Read MorePrime Day deals discount the Google Pixel 8a to $449
Google's excellent, midrange Pixel 8a smartphone is down to a record-low price for Prime Day 2024.
Read MoreThe best Prime Day deals on Echo speakers, Kindle ereaders and other Amazon devices
These are the best Prime Day deals on Amazon devices you can get, including Kindle ereaders, Echo speakers, Fire TVs and more.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The best Amazon Prime Day deals so far
The biggest news stories this morning: Google's Pixel 9 series leaked, How to install the iOS 18 public beta, Apple replaces its black HomePod mini with a black HomePod mini.
Read MoreOur favorite Anker MagSafe power bank is 30 percent off for Prime Day
The power bank is just a few dollars more than its all-time low price.
Read MoreApple Prime Day deals are here with the M2 Macbook Air down to a record low of $799
The base 13-inch M2 MacBook Air has dropped to a record low of $799. This was already our favorite budget MacBook and now it's an even better deal at this price.
Read MoreThe Fitbit Charge 6 drops to $100 for Prime Day
Prime Day deals have discounted the Fitbit Charge 6 tracker to $100.
Read MorePrime Day 2024: Save 22 percent on Logitech keyboards, mice and other computer accessories
Get the Pebble Mouse 2 M350s and Pebble Keys 2 K380s for $47.
Read MoreThe Sonos Era 100 drops to $199 for Amazon Prime Day
The Sonos Era 100, our pick for the best midrange smart speaker, has dropped to a record low price of $199 for Amazon Prime Day 2024. The Roam 2 is on sale as well.
Read MoreAmazon Prime Day deals on laptops include a $250 discount on the M3 MacBook Air
Get the 13-inch M3 MacBook Air for the all-time low price of $850.
Read MorePrime Day deals bring the Beats Fit Pro earbuds down to their best price yet
The Beats Fit Pro earbuds have dropped to $150 for Prime Day 2024.
Read MorePrime Day deals bring the Kindle down to $85
It's Amazon Prime Day, which means you can grab a bunch of its devices at a discount, including the basic Kindle e-reader released in 2022.
Read MoreAmazon Prime Day deals include the Sonos Ray soundbar for $199
The Sonos Ray is nearly a third off for Prime Day at $199. That's a good deal on one of our favorite midrange soundbars.
Read MorePrime Day robot vacuum deals include this Shark AI Ultra machine for half off
The popular Shark AI Ultra robovac, which is normally $600, is half off for Prime Day. This Shark AI Ultra comes with a bagless, self-emptying base that holds up to 60 days' worth of dirt and debris.
Read MoreThis Prime Day deal on Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones will save you over $100
The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones have dropped to $298 for Prime Day. That's over $100 off and close to a record low.
Read MorePrime Day vacuum deals include $180 off the Dyson V15 Detect cordless vacuum
Prime Day deals include $180 off the Dyson V15 Detect cordless vacuum. That brings the price down to $570.
Read MoreThe best Amazon Prime Day camera deals on Sony, Canon, GoPro, Panasonic and more
Amazon Prime Day 2024 is here and as usual, it's a great time to buy mirrorless, action and compact cameras, along with photo accessories and more.
Read MorePrime Day deals bring the Ninja Creami ice cream maker down to $150
Prime Day deals include the Ninja Creami ice cream maker for $150. This is close to the record-low price of $130.
Read MoreAmazon dropped the price of the iPad mini to a record low of $380 for Prime Day 2024
Apple's iPad mini drops to a record low of $380 for Prime Day. That's a discount of $120 for the popular tablet.
Read MoreApple AirPods Pro drop to $169 for Amazon Prime Day
Apple AirPods Pro have dropped to $169 for Amazon Prime Day. That's a record-low price for the company's high-end earbuds.
Read MorePrime Day deals include a pair of Blink Mini 2 cameras for $40
Amazon Prime Day deals include a pair of Blink Mini 2 cameras for $40. If you only need one, you can pick it up for just $20.
Read MoreThe Amazon Echo Show 5 drops to $50 for Prime Day 2024
Prime Day deals discount the Echo Show 5 to $50. That's Just $10 more than its record-low price.
Read MorePrime Day deals include the Ring Video Doorbell on sale for $50
Amazon Prime members can take half off the second-generation Ring video doorbell. Its 1080p camera includes motion detection and two-way audio, so you can keep tabs on and communicate with anyone approaching your home.
Read MoreThe Echo Dot is on sale for only $25 for Prime Day 2024
Prime Day deals have brought down the price of the Echo Dot smart speaker to just $25 — that's half off its normal price.
Read MorePrime Day deals bring the Fire TV Stick 4K Max down to a record low of $35
The Fire TV Stick 4K Max is now just $35 for Prime Day 2024.
Read MorePrime Day deals include $200 off the Razer Blade 14 gaming laptop
The 2024 Razer Blade 14 is our favorite high-end laptop for gaming and school. A solid configuration is now available for a record low price.
Read MoreThe best fitness tech for college students
Here's the tech, gear and apps we've tried and recommend for students looking to stay fit with limited space, time and funds.
Read MoreThe Hatch Restore 2 smart sleep clock drops to a record low for Prime Day
The popular sleep device, which allows for customized bedtime and wake-up routines, is deeply discounted on Amazon right now in an early Prime Day deal, bringing the price down to $145 from its usual cost of $200.
Read MoreOoni flash sale includes 20 percent off Karu and Koda pizza ovens
The multi-fuel Ooni Karu 12 is 20 percent off and you have plenty of summer outdoor pizza making ahead if you snap one up now.
Read MoreEarly Prime Day deal brings the Amazon smart thermostat down to only $52
Prime Day deals bring the Amazon smart thermostat down to only $52. This is the lowest price we've seen all year.
Read MoreThis early Prime Day deal discounts 25 percent off the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro
The Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro is 25 percent off as an early Prime Day deal. This is the best price we've seen all year.
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle Scribe drops to a new record-low ahead of Prime Day
Amazon's Kindle Scribe drops to a new record-low ahead of Prime Day. This early deal drops the price to just $235 and includes a pen.
Read MorePrime Day deals bring the third-gen AirPods down to a record low of $129
Get Apple's third-gen AirPods for their all-time low price.
Read MoreThe best finance and security apps for college students
If college marks the first time you're fully in charge of your finances and online presence, here are the tools to help you budget and keep you safe.
Read MoreHow to order Samsung Galaxy Unpacked devices: Fold 6, Flip 6, Watch Ultra, Galaxy Ring and more
Order Samsung's newest Galaxy devices now.
Read MoreAmazon discounts the Echo Buds to only $25 ahead of Prime Day
The Amazon Echo Buds are half off in this early Prime Day deal. The wireless earphones are only $25 today. That's a record low for the latest model, which arrived last year.
Read MoreThe best budget TVs and streaming gadgets for students
Here's the latest list of the best affordable smart TV's and streaming devices, chosen by experts from Engadget.
Read MoreEarly Prime Day deals see Apple's AirPods Max drop to a new record low
Apple's over-ear headphones have dropped to a record low price. You can pick up a set of AirPods Max for $399.
Read MoreEarly Prime Day deals discount the AirPods Pro to a new low of $169
Apple's second-gen AirPods Pro drop to a new all-time low price.
Read MoreAmazon Prime Day early deals include five months of Amazon Music Unlimited for free
Prime Day deals include five months of Amazon Music Unlimited for free. It's a member exclusive.
Read MoreEarly Prime Day deal discounts the Apple Watch Series 9 to $300
An early Prime Day deal has the Apple Watch Series 9 for $100 off. Several color options are available for Apple's latest model from last September, Engadget's pick for the best overall smartwatch.
Read MoreThe best 4th of July sales from Apple, Amazon, Anker and more
These are the best July 4 deals on tech that you can get this year, including discounts on Apple devices, Solo Stove gear, small kitchen appliances and more.
Read MoreThis Kindle Unlimited early Prime Day deal gives you a free three-month subscription
Amazon Prime members can grab three free months of Kindle Unlimited in this early Prime Day offer.
Read MorePrime Day deals have already discounted our favorite JLab wireless earbuds to only $20
Amazon has Engadget's favorite pair of budget running headphones on sale for 33 percent off. The JLab Go Air Sport surprised us with its combination of affordability, sound quality and battery life.
Read MoreEarly Prime Day deals include up to 58 percent off Amazon Fire tablets
Early Prime Day deals include up to 58 percent off Amazon Fire tablets. This brings the Fire HD 8 down to a record low of $55.
Read MoreEarly Prime Day deals bring the Samsung Galaxy S9+ tablet down to a record-low price
Get the Samsung Galaxy S9+ tablet for $749.
Read MoreThis early Prime Day deal brings the Samsung Galaxy A35 phone to a record-low price
This early Prime Day deal brings the Samsung Galaxy A35 phone down to a record low. It's $350, which is $50 off.
Read MoreSonos has discounted refurbished speakers and soundbars by up to 25 percent
Sonos refurbished sale discounts speakers and soundbars by 25 percent. The Beam Gen 2 is $100 off.
Read MoreAmazon Prime members can get this Blink Outdoor bundle with a video doorbell for 63 percent off in an early Prime Day deal
You can get Blink's Outdoor 4 Camera and Video Doorbell for 63 percent off.
Read MoreEarly Prime Day deals discount the Bose QuietComfort II earbuds to a record-low price on Amazon
If you're looking for a great set of active noise cancelling earbuds, the Bose QuietComfort II may fit the bill, especially since they're $100 off.
Read MoreThis early Prime Day deal on the 13-inch iPad Air M2 is down to a record-low price
Pick it up for $749 right now.
Read MoreThe Kindle Scribe Essentials bundle is nearly $200 off at Amazon
Get the Kindle Scribe and its accessories for a great deal.
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Cameras (1)
Fujifilm GFX 100 II: The king of medium-format mirrorless cameras
Fujifilm's GFX 100 II offers incredible image quality and is the fastest medium format camera to date.
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Computing (6)
AMD delays Ryzen 9000 chip release for up to two weeks to address quality issues
AMD's Ryzen 9000 processors were set to be released on July 31st, but AMD announced that they'll be delayed up to two weeks "out of an abundance of caution."
Read MoreIntel has finally figured out its long-standing desktop CPU instability issues
Intel has announced that it finally found the reason why its 13th and 14th-gen desktop processors have been causing crashes and giving out on users, and it promises to roll out a fix by next month.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Blue screen of death outage affected around 8.5 million devices
The biggest news stories this morning: X is working on a way to block links in replies, Samsung halts Galaxy Buds 3 Pro shipments amid quality control issues, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 review.
Read MoreGerman Navy looks to replace its outdated floppy disk system for its frigate fleet
The Germany Navy's frigates still operate on 8-inch floppy disks.
Read MoreFTC warns some PC manufacturers that they're violating right to repair rules
The FTC warned ASRock, Gigabyte and Zotech to get rid of them 'warranty void' stickers and stop threatening to void warranties if users break the seal.
Read MoreJapan’s government says goodbye to floppy disks
Japan's Digital Agency announced on Wednesday it will no longer use outdated floppy disks to operate its government computer systems.
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Cybersecurity (20)
Belgian researchers found a huge privacy hole in six dating apps
A new study from KU Leuven in Belgium found that several dating apps could be used to find a user's approximate or near location.
Read MoreBorder agents can't search cellphones of NYC visitors without a warrant, court rules
The decision was a win for civil liberties groups.
Read MoreNorth Korean who used ransomware to attack US healthcare providers has been indicted
A grand jury in Kansas City has indicted Rim Jong Hyok, a North Korean intelligence operative who allegedly used ransomware to attack health providers' systems in the US.
Read MoreCrowdStrike offered a $10 Uber Eats card to teammates and partners, but it got flagged for fraud
CrowdStrike offered some of its clients a voucher for Uber Eats to apologize for the global shutdown but some found the offer had been pulled when they tried to redeem it.
Read MoreCrowdStrike blames bug that caused worldwide outage on faulty testing software
CrowdStrike has blamed faulty testing software for a buggy update that crashed 8.5 million Windows machines around the world.
Read MoreRussia-linked hackers cut heat to 600 Ukrainian apartment buildings in the dead of winter, researchers say
Cybersecurity company Dragos has flagged malware that can attack industrial control systems (ICS), tricking them into things like turning off the heat and running cold water in the middle of winter. It was used to do just that in a Ukrainian city early this year.
Read MoreCrowdStrike outage aftershocks cause Delta to cancel over 1,000 more flights
The CrowdStrike outage that started late on Thursday is still causing havoc as Delta was forced to scrap and additional 1,250 flights yesterday.
Read MoreOutage caused by CrowdStrike’s disastrous update affected 8.5 million devices
The global outage caused by a faulty update from cybersecurity provider CrowdStrike on Friday affected some 8.5 million Windows devices, Microsoft said in a blog post.
Read MorePolice arrest a teenage boy in connection with the MGM Resorts ransomware attack
Police in the UK arrested a 17-year-old teenage boy in connection with the 2023 ransomware attacks on MGM Resorts.
Read MoreFaulty Windows cybersecurity update takes out banks, airlines and other major companies worldwide
A massive Microsoft Windows BSOD (blue screen of death) outage has impacted multiple companies worldwide including airlines, broadcasters and others.
Read MoreA hacking group reportedly leaked confidential data from thousands of Disney Slack channels.
The leaked information includes discussions about ad campaigns, computer code, details about unreleased projects and discussion about interview candidates among other things.
Read MoreMassive AT&T data breach impacted nearly every single customer
Massive AT&T data breach impacted nearly every single customer. The stolen information includes phone numbers and records.
Read MoreReport finds most subscription services manipulate customers with 'dark patterns'
A pair of reports from two global consumer protection groups explored the widespread use of dark patterns to sway customer actions.
Read MoreThe Morning After: US officials help take down AI-powered Russian bot farm with nearly 1,000 fake X accounts
The biggest news stories this morning: We're liveblogging Samsung Unpacked 2024, A British boarding school will make students use old Nokia dumbphones, Logitech G launches a new $80 wireless recharging mouse.
Read MoreUS officials announce the takedown of an AI-powered Russian bot farm
US officials and their allies have identified and taken down an artificial intelligence-powered Russian bot farm comprised of almost 1,000 accounts, which spread disinformation and pro-Russian sentiments on X.
Read MoreHackers reverse-engineer Ticketmaster’s barcode system to unlock resales on other platforms
Scalpers have used a security researcher's findings to reverse-engineer "nontransferable" digital tickets from Ticketmaster and AXS, allowing transfers outside their apps. The workaround was revealed in a lawsuit AXS filed in May against third-party brokers adopting the practice.
Read MoreOpenAI hit by two big security issues this week
OpenAI patched a vulnerability discovered in its Mac ChatGPT app this week. It's also facing questions about internal security and a fired whistleblower.
Read MoreCloudflare is taking a stand against AI website scrapers
Cloudflare has introduced a free tool for any of its clients to block all known AI website crawlers, even those that aren't following the rules.
Read MoreVirtual tabletop gaming platform Roll20 experienced a serious data breach
Roll20 experienced a serious data breach that compromised personal information. It looks like a rogue got into an administrative account.
Read MoreTwilio vulnerability leaves Authy users exposed to text-messaging scams
If you use Authy, update your app immediately. Twilio, the messaging company that owns the two-factor authentication service, confirmed on Wednesday that hackers breached Twilio and acquired mobile phone numbers for 33 million users.
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Entertainment (3)
What to read this weekend: Keanu Reeves wrote a book with ‘weird fiction’ author China Miéville
New releases in fiction, nonfiction and comics that caught our attention.
Read MoreWhat to read this weekend: The Light Eaters, Paranoid Gardens and I Was a Teenage Slasher
Recent releases in fiction, nonfiction and comics that caught our attention.
Read MoreWhat to read this weekend: Sharing Space, Bury Your Gays and Precious Metal
These are the new releases in fiction, nonfiction and comics that caught our attention this week.
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EVs and Transportation (16)
Tesla involved in fatal Washington crash was using self-driving mode
An incident involving a Tesla and a motorcycle in Washington was caused by the Tesla's self-driving mode.
Read MoreTesla recalls 1.8 million vehicles over risk of detached hoods
Tesla has issued a slew of recalls this year.
Read MoreTesla warns against wet towel charging trick two months too late
Tesla's Charging PR team (or the lack thereof) had to issue a warning to its customers not to do the "wet towel" trick.
Read MoreGM shelves the autonomous Cruise Origin shuttle van
General Motors has indefinitely delayed the autonomous Cruise Origin shuttle van. Cruise will now focus on making the next-gen Chevy Bolt.
Read MoreRivian opens its first Charging Outpost, a crunchy not-gas station near Yosemite
Rivian just opened its first EV charging rest stop 24 miles outside of Yosemite National Park. Its DC fast chargers will only be usable by Rivian owners, but all other amenities are open to the public.
Read MoreTesla now sells a $300 Cybertruck Tailgate Shield to protect your bulletproof truck
It's a custom-made padding for the vehicle, designed to hang off its tailgate and protect it from any equipment you're hauling.
Read MoreElon Musk confirms the Tesla Robotaxi event has been delayed to October
Elon Musk confirmed on Monday that Tesla's robotaxi event scheduled for August has been delayed to October. The CEO replied on X to a user's post that he "requested what I think is an important design change to the front, and extra time allows us to show off a few other things."
Read MoreTesla brings the Model 3 Long Range RWD to the US for $42,490
Tesla has introduced a Model 3 option with 363 miles of range that will cost less than $35,000 after federal tax credits.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Hydrogen-powered air taxi completes 523-mile test
The biggest news stories this morning: How false nostalgia inspired noplace, a Myspace-like app for Gen Z, PS Plus members can try the Overwatch-like Concord this weekend, Ford revives the Capri after 30 years as a four-door EV..
Read MoreJoby Aviation says it completed a 523-mile test flight of a hydrogen-powered air taxi
Joby Aviation says it completed a 523-mile test flight of a hydrogen-powered air taxi. The company suggested that it points toward a future of emissions-free regional air travel.
Read MoreFord 'revives' the Capri after 30 years as a four-door EV
Ford is reviving that most '70s of cars, the Capri, though pretty much in name only.
Read MoreBiden administration awards car factories $1.7 billion so they can build EVs
The US Energy Department has revealed that it's awarding car and auto parts factories in eight states a total of $1.7 billion in funding, so that they can be retooled to build electric vehicles and their components.
Read MoreCheck out NASCAR’s first electric race car prototype
NASCAR unveiled its first prototype electric racer this weekend at the Chicago Street Race. The $1.5 million electric crossover was developed in partnership with ABB, Chevrolet, Ford and Toyota.
Read MoreMichigan is building the nation’s first smart highway
A stretch of highway between Ann Arbor and Detroit, Michigan is being converted into America's first smart highway.
Read MoreChina’s BYD is catching up with Tesla in sales
China's BYD is catching up with Tesla in sales. The company just posted a 21 percent increase in EVs sold.
Read MoreTesla's year-over-year deliveries decreased for the second quarter in a row
Tesla's YOY distribution continues to decrease in 2024, compared to 2023.
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Gaming (43)
Bungie is laying off 220 employees
Bungie announced its cutting 17 percent of its workforce.
Read MoreI really want to like Star Wars Outlaws
There's plenty to look forward to here, but I can't forget the frustration that's seemingly built into the parkour mechanics, grappling hook and navigation systems.
Read MoreYou can date everything in Date Everything!
Date Everything! is an upcoming dating sim game that lets you date everything.
Read MoreComic-Con leak sparks rumors of two remastered Soul Reaver games
A photo from Comic-Con has leaked possible remasters of two Soul Reaver games from Crystal Dynamics.
Read MoreVideo game performers will strike over AI concerns
SAG-AFTRA has called for a strike against ten video game publishers. The union has been negotiating with the group about use of AI.
Read MoreOverwatch 2 may test a return to six-player teams
Two years after switching to five-player teams in Overwatch 2, Blizzard says it has heard the fans and is willing to test a return to a 6v6 format.
Read MoreStalker 2 has been delayed (again) until November 20
Stalker 2 has been delayed yet again until November 20. There's a deep-dive video premiering in August to outline new features.
Read MoreChill painting game Été beautifully captures summertime in Montreal
Été is a relaxing, slice-of-life game in which you play as an artist who has moved to Montreal for the summer. Not only will you have to paint and sell art to get by, you'll bring the world around you to life by filling it with color.
Read MoreWorld of Warcraft workers unlock 'form a union' achievement
The World of Warcraft team have formed the largest wall-to-wall union in Microsoft.
Read MoreRespawn is walking back its unpopular changes to the Apex Legends battle pass
Apex Legends players will be able to use in-game currency once more to buy a battle pass tier after Respawn's latest changes.
Read MoreMultiVersus leak suggests Barbie and Mad Max tie-ins are on the way
MultiVersus is getting Barbie, Beetlejuice and Mad Max content, according to a dataminer. WB's free-to-play brawler could also be getting Samurai Jack as a playable character.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Netflix’s new gaming boss is a former Epic Games exec
The biggest news stories this morning: Lego's first Fortnite sets are here, Adobe's Photoshop can now generate AI images, Meta's latest AI model is great at general knowledge, math and languages.
Read MoreHumble Games reportedly lays off its entire staff
Humble Games has reportedly laid off its team of 36 people. The indie publisher will continue operating following this restructuring.
Read MoreNetflix hires former Epic Games exec as new President of Games
Netflix hired Alain Tascan to head up its growing Games division. Tascan is a former EVP at Epic Games.
Read MoreThe Cybertruck is coming to Fortnite and Rocket League because we're being punished
The Cybertruck makes it digital debut in Fortnite and Rocket League.
Read MoreLego's first Fortnite sets are here
Lego's first Fortnite sets are here. The 954-piece Battle Bus kit costs $100, but there are several other options.
Read MoreWarner Bros. has bought the developer behind its MultiVersus brawler
Warner Bros. is buying the developer behind the brawler MultiVersus. This makes sense, as the game pulls squarely from WB properties.
Read More.45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND is a cyberpunk RPG by the developer of VA-11 HALL-A
Sukeban Games is developing a new cyberpunk game and has released its first trailer.
Read MoreThe workers at Bethesda Game Studios have fully unionized
The workers at Bethesda Game Studios have joined the Communications Workers of America (CWA).
Read MoreBlizzard reveals gameplay for the new Diablo IV class, Spiritborn
Blizzard has shared its first look at the design and gameplay of the Spiritborn character class coming soon to Diablo IV.
Read MoreUbisoft delays its Rainbow Six and Division mobile games until at least April 2025
Ubisoft has delayed two mobile games, Rainbow Six Mobile and The Division Resurgence, until at least April 2025. The company also revealed that Call of Duty titles will start appearing on Ubisoft+ later this year.
Read MoreYou can try new Overwatch 2 support hero Juno this weekend
Overwatch 2 fans can check out the game's latest hero, Juno, for a trial weekend that starts on July 19. She's a support hero who hails from Mars.
Read MoreSplitgate 2 is coming to PC and consoles in 2025
Splitgate 2, a sequel to the original Quake meets Portal competitive shooter, is coming to PC and consoles next year.
Read MoreNo Man’s Sky’s newest update is a buried tech module full of new goodies
Hello Games just added a bunch of new stuff in its latest update for No Man's Sky.
Read MoreEA Sports FC 25 brings women’s soccer to the career modes for the first time
EA has announced all the key details for EA Sports FC 25. Women's soccer is coming to the career modes for the first time in the series, and you'll be able to play as a bunch of the sport's icons in the Player Career Mode. This year's edition arrives on September 27.
Read MoreDead by Daylight spinoff The Casting of Frank Stone arrives on September 3
Behaviour Interactive has revealed that Dead by Daylight spinoff The Casting of Frank Stone will arrive on September 3. Meanwhile, the main game's long-awaited 2 vs. 8 mode goes live this month.
Read MoreWarhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 has leaked online two months before release
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has leaked online two months before release. The dev build is fully playable and gameplay footage has begun to appear online.
Read MoreLaser Sphere uses Playdate’s crank to control a space laser, and I’m having a blast
In Laser Sphere, a Playdate game made by Pulp creator Shaun Inman, it's just you and your prone-to-overheating space laser against a horde of enemies.
Read MoreAnalogue’s latest limited-edition Pocket consoles are made out of aluminum
Analogue's latest limited edition Pocket consoles are made out of aluminum. They look quite fetching, but cost $500.
Read MoreThe first Olympic Esports Games will take place in Saudi Arabia in 2025
The first Olympic Esports Games will take place in Saudi Arabia in 2025. Games such as League of Legends, Rocket League and Street Fighter could be on the agenda.
Read MoreThe Double Dragon series returns yet again with an ultra-modern tribute to the original game
The Double Dragon series is popping up yet again with Double Dragon Revive, set to be released sometime in 2025.
Read MoreThe designer of Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride is back with a Lovecraftian roguelike
Luke Muscat, the lead designer for Halfbrick Studios' Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride, has announced a new game called Feed the Deep.
Read MoreThe makers of Palworld have formed a new company in partnership with Sony
The maker of Xbox Game Pass stalwart Palworld said on Wednesday it's forming a new company in partnership with Sony. Palworld developer and publisher Pocketpair announced its new team-up with Sony Music Entertainment to create Palworld Entertainment, Inc.
Read MoreAd-free Vampire Survivors is coming to Apple Arcade on August 1
An ad-free version of Vampire Survivors is coming to Apple Arcade on August 1. Temple Run: Legends and Apple Vision Pro game Castle Crumble will also hit the service in August,
Read MoreBlizzard shows off Overwatch 2 Transformers skins in animated trailer
Blizzard and Hasbro released an animated trailer showing off the Transformers skins that are coming to Overwatch 2.
Read MoreAngel Pop brings cutesy chaos to Playdate in a highly addictive bullet hell
Angel Pop is a bullet hell shoot 'em up that landed on the Playdate Catalog in June. You play as an adorable little girl fending off nonstop enemy fire in "a surreal dreamworld."
Read MoreStill Wakes the Deep is a modern horror classic
In Still Wakes the Deep, horror comes in multiple forms.
Read MoreA new Resident Evil game is in the works from the director of Resident Evil 7
A new Resident Evil game is currently in the works, according to a Capcom announcement.
Read MoreNetflix has reimagined Minesweeper and it's out now
You can now play Minesweeper as part of Netflix's mobile game lineup.
Read MoreDead Rising's deluxe remaster boasts fluffier poodles
Capcom's announcement trailer for Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster will give you glimpse of the game's improved graphics for the PS5, the Xbox Series X|S and Windows computers.
Read MoreModder remakes scrapped alternate ending for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
A modder has restored an alternate ending for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt that CD Projekt Red left out on the cutting room floor.
Read MoreThe Sims 4’s Lovestruck expansion lets you dive into a steamy polyamory sandbox
The new Lovestruck expansion pack for The Sims 4 gives the decade-old sequel a shot of life by turning it into a full-fledged dating sim — including non-monogamous WooHoo-ing for the first time.
Read MoreSega’s new Crazy Taxi reboot will be an open-world MMO
Sega's new Crazy Taxi reboot will be an open-world MMO. Developer's describe a theme park-like map inspired by California.
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Google (15)
Google makes it easier to remove explicit deepfakes from its search results
Google has rolled out updates for Search with the intention of making explicit deepfakes as hard to find as possible.
Read MoreGoogle Maps will show you where to enter your destination
Google Maps and Waze are getting updates.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Google dismisses Elon Musk’s claim that autocomplete interfered in the election
The biggest news stories this morning: This robot dog has a vacuum to clean up trash, Samsung tests its Galaxy Z Flip phones as police bodycams, I really want to like Star Wars Outlaws.
Read MoreGoogle dismisses Elon Musk's claim that autocomplete engaged in election interference
Google has responded to allegations that it "censored" searches about Donald Trump after Elon Musk baselessly claimed the company had imposed a "search ban" on the former president.
Read MoreGoogle's first cross-device sharing features for Android now rolling out
Google is rolling out the two handy features first announced at I/O in May: Call casting and internet sharing.
Read MoreGoogle gives free Gemini users access to its faster, lighter 1.5 Flash AI model
Google is making its Gemini AI faster and more efficient across the board.
Read MoreGoogle is updating the Play Store with AI-powered app reviews and curated spaces
Google is updating the Play Store with AI-powered app reviews and curated spaces. The company hopes it'll be a place for people to just hang out.
Read MoreGoogle isn’t killing third-party cookies in Chrome after all
Killing cookies, Google said, would adversely impact online publishers and advertisers. This announcement marks a significant shift from Google's previous plans to phase out third-party cookies by early 2025.
Read MoreGoogle is turning off its goo.gl shortener links next year
Goo.gl links will return a "404 page not found" result by August 25, 2025.
Read MoreGoogle reportedly offered EU cloud firms over $500 million to continue antitrust case against Microsoft
Google reportedly offered cloud firms over $500 million to derail an antitrust settlement against Microsoft. It didn't work and the settlement went through.
Read MoreGoogle brings passkeys to its Advanced Protection Program
Google users who enroll in the Advanced Protection Program can now opt to use a passkey for their logins.
Read MoreGoogle will give users free dark web monitoring
Google's dark web report feature will be available to every Google user at the end of the month.
Read MoreGoogle Maps' speedometer finally comes to iOS and CarPlay
Google Maps is finally bringing the speedometer, along with the speed limit indicator, to iPhone users and CarPlay.
Read MoreGoogle’s greenhouse gas emissions climbed nearly 50 percent in five years due to AI
Google's greenhouse gas emissions spiked by nearly 50 percent in the last five years thanks to energy-guzzling data centers required to power artificial intelligence, according to the company's 2024 Environmental Report
Read MoreGoogle invests in Taiwanese solar company to boost green energy
Google is investing in a Taiwanese solar company with plans to build a 1 gigawatt (GW) pipeline of sustainable energy in the region. The company is placing a stake in New Green Power (NGP), part of BlackRock's investment portfolio, for the project.
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Laptops (1)
The OmniBook Ultra 14 is HP’s first AMD-powered next-gen AI PC
Packing Ryzen AI 300 series chips, the OmniBook Ultra is slated to be HP's first AMD-powered next-gen AI PC.
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Meta (18)
Meta explains why its AI claimed Trump's assassination attempt didn't happen
Meta has explained why its AI chatbot didn't want to respond to inquiries about the assassination attempt on Trump and then, in some cases, denied that the event took place.
Read MoreMeta will pay $1.4 billion to Texas, settling biometric data collection suit
Meta to pay $1.4 billion to settle lawsuit involving the use of facial-recognition technology without consent. The company was accused of collecting the biometric data of millions of Texans.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Mark Zuckerberg is surprisingly angry about closed platforms
The biggest news stories this morning: Apple Intelligence is here, as part of the iOS 18.1 developer beta, Border agents can't search cellphones of NYC visitors without a warrant, Instagram creators can now make AI doppelgangers to chat with their followers.
Read MoreMark Zuckerberg says ‘f*ck that’ to closed platforms
During a live streamed conversation with NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg seemed to veer a little more off script than he intended.
Read MoreMeta needs updated rules for sexually explicit deepfakes, Oversight Board says
Meta's Oversight Board is urging the company to update its rules around sexually explicit deepfakes.
Read MoreMeta takes down 63,000 Instagram accounts linked to extortion scams
Meta has taken down tens of thousands of Instagram accounts from Nigeria as part of a massive crackdown on sextortion scams.
Read MoreMeta AI is now available in Spanish, Portugese, French and more
Meta AI gets new tools and languages in latest update.
Read MoreLlama 3.1 is Meta's latest salvo in the battle for AI dominance
Meta said that the new model, called Llama 3.1 405B, is the first openly available model that can compete available rivals in general knowledge, math skills and translating across multiple languages.
Read MoreMeta's AI assistant is coming to Quest headsets in the US and Canada
The experimental version of Meta AI will be available on Quest headsets starting next month.
Read MoreEU officials say Meta may be violating consumer laws with paid 'ad-free' plan
Meta is facing further scrutiny from the EU over its "pay or consent" advertising model in Europe. Officials say the company may have broken consumer laws with its "misleading" approach.
Read MoreMeta will withhold multimodal AI models from the EU amid regulatory uncertainty
Meta's move follows a similar decision by Apple, which recently announced it would not release its Apple Intelligence features in Europe due to regulatory concerns.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Meta may hold back its next-gen AI models from the EU
The biggest news stories this morning: EA Sports FC 25 brings women's soccer to the career modes for the first time, Fallout's Emmy nominations show that successful gaming adaptations are no longer a fluke, ??Dyson ditches the air purifier in its new headphones.
Read MoreMeta gives researchers access to Instagram data for teen mental health study
Meta is letting a group of researchers examine Instagram data to determine if there's a link between social media and the state of a teenager's mental well-being.
Read MoreMeta rolls back restrictions on Trump’s Facebook and Instagram accounts
Meta announced it removed all of its extra guardrails on President Donald Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts.
Read MoreWhat Meta should change about Threads, one year in
Threads has grown to 175 million users, but it's still not really clear what it's actually for.
Read MoreMeta is changing its policy for the most-moderated word on its platforms
Meta is changing a long-running policy regarding the Arabic word "shaheed," which has been described as the most-moderated word on the company's platform.
Read MoreMeta changes its labels for AI-generated images after complaints from photographers
Meta is updating its "Made with AI" labels after widespread complaints from photographers that the company was mistakenly flagging non-AI-generated content.
Read MoreMeta could get slapped with a massive fine for violating the EU's Digital Markets Act
The EU could issue Meta a fine for using a "consent to pay" data collection model.
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Microsoft (9)
Reddit CEO wants Microsoft to pay for its content
Reddit CEO Steve Huffman says Microsoft won't even negotiate a deal with them to use their data for its AI searches.
Read MoreMicrosoft is dropping ads from Skype
Microsoft is dropping ads from Skype. It's part of a new update that also includes revamped AI image creation.
Read MoreSome Microsoft services, including Office, are suffering from an outage
It's not just you who is having trouble accessing Microsoft services this morning. An outage is causing problems for many users around the world.
Read MoreMicrosoft is adding AI-powered summaries to Bing search results
Microsoft is beginning previews of its Bing generative search, which will insert AI-powered summaries above the usual results.
Read MoreMicrosoft releases iOS and Android apps for Designer, its AI-powered Canva competitor
Microsoft's Designer app has exited preview. The AI image generator is now widely available on the web and as a mobile app.
Read MoreUK antitrust officials join FTC in investigating Microsoft's hiring of Inflection AI staff
Microsoft's hiring of Inflection AI staff and licensing of the startup's tech has caught the attention of regulators.
Read MoreMicrosoft’s Xbox 360 stores will close up shop on July 29
The Xbox 360 Store and Marketplace are coming to a close on July 29.
Read MoreMicrosoft Notepad just got spellcheck in the year 2024
Microsoft Notepad just got spellcheck in the year 2024. Notepad is more than 40 years old.
Read MoreMicrosoft agrees to $14 million California pay discrimination settlement
The Civil Rights Department of California alleged Microsoft discriminated against employees who took protected leave.
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Mobile (1)
NFC Forum wants to bundle age verification and payment receipts in tap-to-pay
The NFC Forum envisions a future wherein one tap is all you need for multiple actions at once, including paying for purchases, getting loyalty point and receiving digital receipts.
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News (14)
Etsy just announced a loyalty program that’s (sort of) similar to Amazon Prime
Etsy just announced a loyalty program that's (sort of) similar to Amazon Prime. It'll start in September.
Read MoreLawsuit alleges StubHub deceives customers into paying extra for tickets
Lawsuit alleges Stubhub deceives customers into paying extra for tickets. The suit says that extra fees are tacked on at checkout, including so-called junk fees.
Read MoreISPs are fighting to raise the price of low-income broadband
Internet service providers are objected to the lower rates they need to offer lower income customers if they want to obtain government funds from a new Internet access program.
Read MoreCalifornia Supreme Court upholds classification of gig workers as independent contractors
Ride-share companies scored a victory in the California Supreme Court, allowing them to continue classifying gig workers as independent contractors rather than employees. Uber, Lyft, DoorDash and other gig-economy companies invested around $200 million in the passage of Proposition 22, which voters approved in 2020.
Read MoreiRobot’s newest cleaning machine is the first to wash and dry its mopping pad for you
iRobot unveiled its most advanced and expensive robot vacuum yet on Tuesday, the (deep breath) Roomba Combo 10 Max Robot + AutoWash Dock. The machine pushes technological barriers but costs a hefty $1,399.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The age of the retro CD player is here
The biggest news stories this morning: Microsoft suffers Azure outage and faulty cybersecurity update takes out companies worldwide, iOS 18 preview, That huge camera bump on the Pixel 9 Pro is very real.
Read MoreBangladesh is experiencing a ‘near-total’ internet shutdown amid student protests
The unrest is centered around the country's quota system that requires a third of government jobs to be reserved for relatives of veterans who had fought for Bangladesh's independence from Pakistan in 1971.
Read MoreFiiO reboots the old-school portable CD player, minus the AA batteries
CD players are back, baby. As Gen Z absorbs the '90s it never experienced through retro nostalgia, audiophile brand FiiO is here to capitalize. The company's new portable CD player, the DM13, builds on the old-school blueprint while adding modern conveniences like a battery you don't have to change every hour.
Read MoreDJI's latest gadget lets you control cameras and view video remotely
DJI has introduced a new video transmission device that will allow creators to control cameras and gimbals and view video from up to 1.8 miles away.
Read MoreSony reveals the more vlogger-friendly ZV-E10 II
Sony has upgraded a popular mirrorless camera to make it more appealing to vloggers. The ZV-E10 II has an upgraded sensor and a larger-capacity battery compared with the original 2021 model.
Read MoreBoeing agrees to plead guilty to conspiracy to defraud the US government
Boeing agrees to plead guilty in a new deal with the Department of Justice.
Read MoreTexas court blocks the FTC's ban on noncompete agreements
A Texan court has struck a blow to the FTC's efforts to ban noncompete clauses.
Read MoreTexas age-verification law for pornography websites is going to the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court will hear a case about one of laws that led Pornhub to shutter operations in multiple states earlier this year.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The US Treasury finalizes tax rules for crypto
The biggest news stories this morning: The AI prison of the future is just an Outer Limits episode, Lego made bricks from meteorite dust, US Treasury finalizes tax rules for crypto.
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Nintendo (8)
Ayaneo's take on the Game Boy Micro is available to order starting at $190
Ayaneo's Pocket MICRO pays homage to Nintendo's GameBoy Pocket console.
Read MoreModders made a tiny Nintendo Wii that doubles as a keychain
Modders made a functional Nintendo Wii that's the size of a keychain. It doesn't accept discs, for obvious reasons, but does work with standard controllers.
Read MoreA nifty hack made Mario a playable character in 1994's Donkey Kong Country
A really neat hack put Mario in Donkey Kong Country, complete with his typical moveset. The mustachioed plumber finally gets to square off against King K. Rool.
Read MoreNintendo finally made a first-party Joy-Con charging station
Nintendo finally made its own Joy-Con controller charging station. It also works with those newish NES-style gamepads.
Read MoreNintendo's recent creepy horror teaser is actually for a new Famicom Detective Club game
Nintendo has revealed that a creepy teaser trailer it released recently is actually for the first new Famicom Detective Club game in 35 years.
Read MoreiPad support has arrived for the Nintendo emulator Delta with its latest update
Delta version 1.6 update is live on both the App Store and the AltStore PAL. The latest update brings a version of the emulator that's optimized for iPad, seamless switching between iPhone and iPad, some improvements to DS compatibility, new skins and menu button gestures, and a new logo.
Read MorePossibly the most-delayed video game in history is finally available on the Game Boy Advance
Kien is finally getting released on the Game Boy Advance 22 years later.
Read MoreNintendo ends Wii U repairs
Nintendo has announced that it's ending Wii U repairs, effectively giving last rites to the loveable but not very popular console.
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PC Gaming (2)
The long-awaited Fallout: London fan mod is finally here
Fallout: London, the long-awaited fan-made mod of Fallout 4, is now available on PC.
Read MoreAmazon is giving away 3 more free PC games during Prime Day next week, including Rise of the Tomb Raider
Amazon will offer Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, Rise of the Tomb Raider and Chivalry II for free during Prime Day.
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PlayStation (7)
August's PS Plus games include Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga
Sony has revealed the three games that all PlayStation Plus members can claim at no extra cost in August. They are Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, Five Nights at Freddy's Security Breach and Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights.
Read MoreThe new Astro Bot PS5 controller is pretty dang adorable
The new Astro Bot PS5 controller is pretty dang adorable. Pre-orders start on August 9.
Read MoreSony's PlayStation VR2 is cheaper than ever right now
The PlayStation VR2 is now $205 off at $345, which is its lowest price to date. The discount comes just before Sony enables PC support for the headset.
Read MoreGran Turismo 7's more realistic physics update is launching cars into orbit
Gran Turismo 7's latest update is causing some bizarre problems, making cars bounce violently or launch completely into the air.
Read MoreNew PS5 update makes it easier to join multiplayer games
Sony has rolled out shareable game links for PS5 games.
Read MorePlayStation Summer Sale slashes prices on Elden Ring, COD: Modern Warfare 3, FFVII remake bundle and more
It's summer sale time for the PlayStation Network, and this year's discounted offerings include some of the biggest games released these past few years.
Read MorePS Plus members can try the Overwatch-like Concord this weekend
Firewalk Studios' upcoming debut game, Concord, will be open to all PlayStation Plus members this weekend. Pre-order customers and PS Plus subscribers can try the multiplayer FPS beginning Friday at noon ET.
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Reviews (16)
Samsung Galaxy Flip 6 review: A slightly better foldable aimed at everyone
With the Z Flip 6, Samsung addresses some of the Z Flip 5's biggest shortcomings: battery life and middling cameras. This is the foldable for most of us, but I wish it offered more.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Ring review: A bit basic, a bit pricey
The Galaxy Ring is comfortable and seemingly basic, but actually delivers detailed insight on your sleep, walks and runs.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro review: AirPods clones that actually deliver
The Galaxy Buds 3 series offers two sets of great earbuds, but Samsung borrowed heavily from Apple to design them.
Read MoreThermoWorks' RFX Meat wireless probe uses radio waves instead of Bluetooth to monitor food on the grill
ThermoWorks employs radio waves for a more reliable wireless meat probe on its new RFX line of grilling gear.
Read MoreEchoes of the Emergent, a hauntingly beautiful Playdate exclusive, sold me on visual novels
Echoes of the Emergent is a Playdate-exclusive title from RNG Party Games, the same team that made Bloom. It's a visual novel that takes you on "a personal journey through a shattered post-apocalyptic world."
Read More'Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess' review: Demonic delights
Kunitsu-Gami balances beauty and gore with supreme skill, and introduces a novel combat loop that feels fantastic.
Read MoreSchim is an inventive, beautiful platformer that's just a little too repetitive
Schim is a beautiful platformer about reconnection in which you play as a frog-like creature that jumps between shadows.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 review: The king, but for how much longer?
Even without a new main camera, Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold's sleeker design, brighter screens and native stylus support are enough to maintain its rank as the best big foldable phone on the market.
Read MoreCanon R1 hands-on: Incredible speed but 24MP resolution may disappoint
Canon has unveiled its most important camera in years — the EOS R1 mirrorless.
Read MoreCanon EOS R5 II hands-on: Nifty eye-tracking autofocus and reduced overheating problems
As it teased earlier, Canon has launched the R5 II, a successor to the powerful but imperfect EOS R5. `
Read MoreBeats Pill review: A revival worth the wait
The Pill is a worthy revival mostly due to the much-improved sound quality.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Watch Ultra hands-on: Didn't fall far from the Apple tree
Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra is remarkably similar to the Apple Watch Ultra, right down to the name. Our hands-on experience only reinforces the sense of deja vu.
Read MoreKia EV9 review: Everything I want in a three-row family EV
The Kia EV9 is fast, stylish and relatively affordable. It's practically everything we'd want in a three-row EV SUV.
Read MoreI’m finding the joy in writing again with a little help from the Supernote Nomad
The Supernote Nomad is compact, with a 7.8-inch display, and the experience of writing on it feels very close to that of using a pen and paper.
Read MoreJLab's Flex Open Earbuds are a $50 version of the Bose Ultra Open
JLab takes on the Bose Ultra Open earbuds with a $50 model that's more durable and has longer battery life.
Read MoreMicrosoft Surface Laptop 7 review: Success at last
With the Surface Laptop 7, Microsoft has finally created a sleek Arm-based notebook that's a worthy rival to Apple's MacBook Air.
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Robotics (2)
This vacuum robot dog can find and suck up trash with its feet
A robot dog named VERO can identify and pick up small bits of trash on different terrains.
Read MorePolice in Scottsdale, AZ will start using drones as first responders
Arizona police departments announced they will use special first responder drones on emergency calls.
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Samsung (8)
Samsung Unpacked 2024: Everything announced including Galaxy Ring, Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, Galaxy Watch Ultra and more
The second Samsung Galaxy Unpacked of the year included a bunch of product reveals. Find out all about the Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6, Galaxy Watch 7, Galaxy Watch Ultra and the Galaxy Buds 3 lineup.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Everything Samsung revealed at Galaxy Unpacked 2024
The biggest news stories this morning: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6: Brighter, lighter and faster, but is that enough? Strava launches a family plan, Amazon's Kindle Scribe drops to a new record low ahead of Prime Day.
Read MoreSamsung Unpacked 2024 liveblog: Galaxy Watch Ultra, Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, Galaxy Ring and more
Live updates from Samsung's summer Unpacked event, where it's likely to launch the Galaxy Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, Watch Ultra, Ring and more. Join us for commentary and the news as it breaks.
Read MoreSamsung (finally, properly) launches the Galaxy Ring
The Galaxy Ring is finally here, and it's not going to be long before we can see what it can do.
Read MoreWhat we expect from Samsung Unpacked 2024, including Galaxy hardware
Samsung has lined up an Unpacked event for July 10. We're expecting to learn more about the Galaxy Ring, as well as new foldable and other devices. A Galaxy Watch Ultra seems to be on the way too,
Read MoreSamsung Unpacked 2024: How to watch Samsung unveil the Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Z Fold and more
Samsung's upcoming event will likely showcase the Galaxy Ring, new foldable phones and Galaxy Buds.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Fold 6 leak early
The biggest news stories this morning: The Game Boy Camera gets a second life as a webcam, Japan's government finally says goodbye to floppy disks, What Meta should change about Threads.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 product pages have been leaked
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 will come with a 50-megapixel rear camera for the first time, a bigger battery than any of its predecessors and a bunch of AI features, according to the product pages leaked by Evan Blass on Substack.
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Smartphones (15)
Nothing just announced the Phone 2a Plus, a minor refresh of a pre-existing model
Nothing just announced a hardware refresh for the Phone 2a. There's a faster chip and quicker wired charging.
Read MoreSamsung is marketing Galaxy Z Flip phones as police bodycams
A new blog post from Samsung highlights how its Galaxy Z Flip series devices are being adopted by law enforcement.
Read MoreGoogle confirms the Pixel 9 Pro Fold with a teaser video
The company called the Pixel 9 Pro Fold a "foldable phone built for the Gemini era" in its promo tweet.
Read MoreGoogle just confirmed the Pixel 9 Pro's outrageous camera bump
Google just officially confirmed the Pixel 9 Pro after images leaked last week. The huge camera bump, it turns out, is real.
Read MoreiOS 18 preview: Waiting on Apple Intelligence for the true upgrade
iOS 18 improves several native apps, such as Photos, Messages (RCS! Gasp!) and Notes, although Apple Intelligence will add even more features and tricks. But while we wait for the ability to generate our own emojis, there is still plenty to explore.
Read MoreThe HMD Skyline is a mid-range smartphone that's all about repairability
HMD is highlighting repairability and camera quality with its new Skyline smartphone.
Read MoreNew photos reveal more details about Google’s Pixel 9 Pro Fold
New photos of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold show the size, features and more.
Read MoreAlleged Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 XL leak shows a redesigned camera bar
We're less than a month away from the next Made by Google event, and we may already know what one of the marquee announcements will look like. Alleged images of the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 XL show a redesigned camera bar and different finishes.
Read MoreHow to install the iOS 18 public beta
Now that it's available, you can test-drive Apple's iOS 18 public beta before the software's official arrival this fall. Apple makes it easier than ever to take it for a spin.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6: Brighter, lighter and faster, but is that enough?
With the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6, Samsung has once again refined its flagship flexible phones with better displays, lighter chassis and better performance. But is that really enough?
Read MoreSamsung’s new Galaxy Z Fold 6 is swiping many of the AI features from the S24 Ultra
Samsung's new Galaxy Z Fold 6 goes all in on AI features. It's also the brightest device in its category, at 2,600 nits.
Read MoreSamsung just revealed the Galaxy Z Flip 6, putting the S24's best specs in a compact foldable
Samsung just revealed the Galaxy Z Flip 6, putting the S24's best specs in a compact foldable. There's a new design, updated cameras and the biggest battery to date.
Read MoreA British boarding school will make students use boring old Nokia phones
Eton College is not only banning smartphones. It's only allowing students to use old school Nokia cell phones.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Nothing’s CMF sub-brand announces a $200 smartphone with a modular back
The biggest news stories this morning: How to watch Samsung Unpacked 2024, Microsoft Notepad just got spellcheck, Overwatch 2's Transformers skins get an animated trailer.
Read MoreNothing's budget-friendly brand CMF announced three new products, including a $200 smartphone
Nothing's budget-friendly brand CMF announces three new products. There's a watch, a smartphone and earbuds.
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Social Media (17)
The Senate just passed two landmark bills aimed at protecting minors online
The Senate has passed two major online safety bills amid years of debate over social media's impact on teen mental health.
Read MoreInstagram creators can now make AI doppelgangers to chat with their followers
Meta is starting to roll out its AI Studio, a set of tools that will allow Instagram creators to make an AI persona that can answer questions and chat with their followers and fans on their behalf.
Read MoreTikTok's Sound Search lets you find videos by humming or singing
Sound Search lets users sing songs to find videos.
Read MoreElon Musk shared a doctored Harris campaign video on X without labeling it as fake
Elon Musk shared an altered version of Kamala Harris' campaign video on Friday night that uses a deepfake voiceover to say things like, "I was selected because I am the ultimate diversity hire," in the VP's voice.
Read MoreDOJ says TikTok collected users’ views on issues like abortion, gun control and religion
The Department of Justice on Friday night asked a federal court to reject TikTok's bid to have the law that could ban it overturned, citing national security concerns that include its alleged use of internal search tools to collect information on users' views around sensitive topics.
Read MoreX's Grok chatbot is misleading voters about the presidential election
Grok's AI chatbot claims that President Biden's name must stay on the ballot in nine states, a claim that is categorically false.
Read MoreWhatsApp hits 100 million monthly active US users
WhatsApp is growing in the US, with one-tenth of the daily users coming from Texas alone.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Reddit is blocking AI search engines that don’t cough up for access
The biggest news stories this morning: Intel has finally figured out its long-standing desktop CPU instability issues, Some police in Arizona will start using drones as first responders, The Engadget guide to the best smartphones.
Read MoreX is working on a way to block links in replies
X is developing a new feature that could help address spam posts on its website.
Read MoreTikTok will still be a 'gatekeeper' under the Digital Markets Act, EU rules
TikTok will maintain its gatekeeper status in the EU.
Read MoreTinder's new AI will pick your most attractive photos for you
Tinder will soon use AI to scroll through photos to pick the most attractive ones. The company's been testing the feature since last year.
Read MoreX is in hot water in the EU over blue checkmarks and ads
The EU has accused X of violating the Digital Services Act over its handling of blue checkmarks, ads and public data for researchers. If found guilty, the company faces a fine of up to six percent of its global annual revenue.
Read MoreHow false nostalgia inspired noplace, a Myspace-like app for Gen Z
noplace recreates some aspects of Myspace more than a decade after its fall from the most-visited site in the US.
Read MoreYouTube Shorts gets Instagram's 'Add yours' prompt stickers
YouTube is rolling out "Add yours" stickers on Shorts.
Read MoreBumble wants users to report AI-generated images
Bumble members can now report profiles they suspect of using AI-generated photos or videos.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Supreme Court rejects rulings on social media moderation
The biggest news stories this morning: The Kindle Scribe Essentials bundle is nearly $200 off at Amazon, The Sims 4's Lovestruck expansion lets you dive into a steamy polyamory sandbox, Midjourney is creating Trump images when asked for 'the president of the United States'.
Read MoreSupreme Court remands social media moderation cases over First Amendment issues
Two state laws that could upend the way social media companies handle content moderation are still in limbo after a Supreme Court ruling sent them back to lower courts, vacating previous rulings.
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Space (15)
NASA's Perseverance rover found a rock on Mars that could indicate ancient life
A Martian rock sample collected by Perseverance contains "chemical signatures and structures" that could've been formed by ancient microbial life from billions of years ago.
Read MoreBoeing and NASA engineers have wrapped up ground tests on the Starliner thruster
Engineers from Boeing and NASA have spent much of the last month running ground tests on a Starliner Reaction Control System (RCS) thruster to get a better idea of what went wrong during the active Starliner's flight in early June.
Read MoreNASA’s Curiosity rover accidentally uncovered pure sulfur crystals on Mars
NASA scientists say pure sulfur has been found on Mars for the first time after the Curiosity rover inadvertently uncovered a cluster of yellow crystals when it drove over a rock.
Read MoreAnother 'missing link' black hole discovered near the center of the galaxy
A research team in Germany discovered one of the rarest black holes in the universe.
Read MoreWhy an 'unexciting' galaxy could provide clues about the universe's evolution
The Hubble Space Telescope has imaged a dwarf galaxy that may have merged with a smaller satellite galaxy. If so, the data could help test fundamental theories about the universe's evolution.
Read MoreNASA scraps its VIPER project that aimed to look for ice on the moon
NASA has decided to cancel the project and discontinue the rover's development, citing "cost increases, delays to the launch date and the risks of future cost growth."
Read MoreThe European Space Agency will follow a skyscraper-sized asteroid as it flies past Earth
A spacecraft will follow the asteroid Apophis as it nears Earth in 2029.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Dune-inspired spacesuit recycles astronauts’ urine into drinkable water
The biggest news stories this morning: The best budget Android phone for 2024, Amazon's AI chatbot Rufus is now live for all US customers, There's finally a retro PC emulator on the App Store.
Read MoreJames Webb telescope marks second anniversary with an image of the Penguin and the Egg galaxies
These are interacting galaxies collectively known as Arp 142 located 326 million light-years from Earth, captured by the James Webb in interactive light.
Read MoreA new spacesuit design can recycle astronauts’ urine into purified, drinkable water
A new design for a spacesuit shows how astronauts could recycle their urine during space walks with an attached filtration system.
Read MoreStarlink Mini is now widely available and doesn't need a residential subscription
You can now get a Starlink Mini in the US, wherever you are and even if you're not paying for a residential subscription.
Read MoreThe Morning After: NASA’s year-long Mars simulation volunteers return to the real world
The biggest news stories this morning: Apple Watch Series 10 is expected to have a larger display, The best early Prime Day deals ahead of Amazon's July sale, Kia EV9 review: Everything I want in a three-row family EV.
Read MoreESA’s new heavy-lift rocket, Ariane 6, is poised to launch for the first time on Tuesday
Ariane 6, the European Space Agency's next-gen heavy-lift rocket, is expected to take its inaugural flight on July 9, ending a yearlong gap in Europe's ability to access space on its own.
Read MoreVolunteers who lived in NASA’s Mars simulation for over a year will finally emerge today
The crew — Kelly Haston, Anca Selariu, Ross Brockwell and Nathan Jones — is scheduled to exit the 3D-printed habitat in Houston this evening. You can watch the livestream of their return on NASA TV (below) starting at 5PM ET.
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Streaming (26)
Season 2 of ‘Squid Game’ arrives on Netflix December 26
Netflix has finally set a date for the next season of Squid Game, almost three years after the Korean drama became a massive hit in the US.
Read MoreSpotify lyrics are back for free users
Spotify users who don't pay for a subscription can once again see lyrics for any song they listen to on the service.
Read MoreWarner Bros. Discovery sues the NBA in a last-ditch effort to block Amazon’s new streaming package
Warner Bros. Discovery followed through on its threat to "take appropriate action" against the NBA for rejecting its broadcasting rights offer. On Friday, the media company sued the league after the NBA turned down its bid to match Amazon's streaming package.
Read MoreThat Disney+, Hulu and Max streaming bundle is now available
That Disney+, Hulu and Max ad-free streaming bundle is now live. It costs $30 per month, which is a pretty good deal.
Read MoreStudio Ghibli's The Boy and the Heron arrives on Max in September
You can watch Hayao Miyazaki's
Read MoreMax's SharePlay feature for iOS is now available to all ad-free subscribers
SharePlay is now available to all Max users paying for Ad-Free and Ultimate Ad-Free plans.
Read MoreNBA TV rights go to ESPN, NBC and Amazon as TNT is rejected
The NBA and WNBA have inked deals for media rights over the next eleven years. You'll find games on ESPN, NBC/Peacock and Amazon Prime Video.
Read MorePrime Video gets a much-needed UI overhaul with a new content bar and AI recommendations
For all its stacked content, Prime Video has historically had a cluttered, confusing and less-than-intuitive layout. That changes today as Amazon begins rolling out a new Prime Video UI that brings "clarity and simplicity back to streaming."
Read MoreTwitch restores former President Trump’s Twitch account
Twitch restored ex-President Donald Trump's ban on the Amazon-owned platform after a three year absence. c
Read MoreNetflix will drop a new multiplayer game when Squid Game season 2 premieres this year
Fans of Netflix's Squid Game will get a double dose of the show later this year with the release of season 2 and a multiplayer game.
Read MoreUS college students can take half off a Max subscription
US college students can shave half off a Max subscription. As long as you can confirm your active student status, you'll get a 50 percent discount on the Max With Ads monthly plan.
Read MoreXfinity is showing the Olympics with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos on its Stream app
Xfinity is giving its customers access to better picture quality, just in time for the Paris Olympics.
Read MoreSpotify’s AI music DJ can now speak Spanish
Spotify's DJ will now offer a Spanish speaking disc jockey named Livia.
Read MoreAMC is bringing fifteen shows to Netflix for one year
Several AMC shows will arrive on Netflix this August, but they'll only be around for one year.
Read MoreStreaming accounted for more than 40 percent of TV viewing in June
In June 2024, streaming was responsible for 40.3 percent of Americans' television viewing. YouTube and Netflix led the pack.
Read MoreSling will finally stream its first live event in 4K, the 2024 MLB All-Star Game
Sling will finally stream 4K content, starting with the MLB All-Star Game. UHD displays have been commonplace for around a decade.
Read MoreYouTube Music's latest features include 'hum to search' and AI-generated conversational radio
YouTube Music unveils new features like a 'hum to search' tool and AI-generated conversational radio. That last one is still in beta and only available to select users.
Read MoreAmazon Prime members can get two months of Paramount+ with Showtime for only $12
Amazon Prime members can get two months of Paramount+ with Showtime for only $12. There are also deals on other channels, like Starz and MGM+.
Read MoreAgatha All Along finally comes to Disney+ on September 18
Agatha All Along will bewitch Disney+ with a two-episode premiere on September 18.
Read MoreSalad Fingers turned 20 this week and there’s a new episode out to commemorate it
The first episode of the web series 'Salad Fingers' hit Newgrounds on July 1, 2004. To mark its milestone birthday, creator David Firth dropped a 20th anniversary special that sees the titular Salad Fingers taking a walk down memory lane.
Read MoreYouTube upgrades its 'erase song' tool to remove copyrighted music only
YouTube's upgraded "erase song" tool has the capability to remove music from video segments without deleting other audio.
Read MoreYouTube film essay pioneers 'Every Frame a Painting' are back
Every Frame a Painting, a YouTube channel dedicated to posting video essays about movies, is back with a new series of videos and a short film.
Read MoreNew YouTube policy lets you request the removal of AI-generated content that uses your likeness
YouTube quietly added a new policy last month that lets you request the removal of AI-generated content featuring your likeness. The new privacy violation allows you to flag videos that "used AI to alter or create synthetic content that looks or sounds like you."
Read MoreThere's still time to get half off one year of Paramount+ with Showtime
A year subscription to Paramount+ with Showtime is available for $60.
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Tablets (2)
OnePlus just unveiled a new full-sized tablet with some decent specs
OnePlus just unveiled a new full-sized tablet with some decent specs. The company also introduced earbuds and a smartwatch.
Read MoreThe iPad and Blackmagic's Micro Color Panel make strange bedfellows
In the Venn diagram of people who only edit on iPad and those willing to drop $508 on Blackmagic Design's Micro Color Panel, the overlap is probably tiny.
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TV & Movies (14)
Amazon drops the first teaser for its upcoming Yakuza adaptation
Amazon has released its first teaser video for Like A Dragon: Yakuza, its live action adaptation of SEGA's Yakuza games, at San Diego Comic-Con.
Read MoreThe Bioshock movie is still happening but with a reduced budget
The Bioshock movie is still happening, but with steep budget cuts. It's being reconfigured to become a 'more personal' film.
Read MoreShaun of the Dead will stumble back into theaters for its 20th anniversary
The zombie rom-com Shaun of the Dead returns to American theaters in August and UK theaters in September.
Read MoreThe live-action Halo show has been canceled at Paramount+
The Halo live-action TV series will not get a third season at Paramount+.
Read MoreFandango co-founder J. Michael Cline dead at 64
Fandango founder J. Michael Cline died Tuesday after falling from a New York City hotel balcony.
Read MoreThe final trailer for Alien: Romulus looks tense, bloody and awesome
The final trailer for Alien: Romulus looks scary and bloody as hell.
Read MoreFallout’s 16 Emmy nominations show that successful gaming adaptations are no longer a fluke
Fallout has followed The Last of Us in video-game adaptations that made smashing debuts at the Emmys. This year's nominations were unveiled on Wednesday, and Amazon Prime Video's adaptation of Bethesda's franchise picked up an impressive 16 nods.
Read MoreHear Kevin Conroy’s final performance as Batman in Crisis on Infinite Earths
Batman faces off with the Joker one last time in Crisis of Infinite Earths from Warner Bros. Animation.
Read MoreSeverance season two will hit Apple TV+ in January 2025
Apple has revealed a release date and teaser trailer for the second season of Severance. The hit sci-fi thriller will return to Apple TV+ in January 2025.
Read MoreApple TV’s new Time Bandits show just got a glorious trailer and a July release date
Apple TV's new Time Bandits show just got a glorious trailer. It's an adaptation of the classic 1981 film helmed by Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi.
Read MoreParamount and Skydance will merge to create new tech-media giant
David Ellison, the new chief executive of Paramount, has big plans for the media giant and wants to turn it into a "media and technology" company, according to the Financial Times.
Read MoreLego is releasing a Jaws set in August that recreates the final showdown on Quint’s boat
Lego unveiled the upcoming 1497-piece Jaws set this week alongside a 90-second mini-movie that reimagines the film in Lego brick form. It comes with the shark, the boat, minifigures for Brody, Hooper and Quint, and more.
Read MoreThe Watch Dogs movie has finally started filming after 10 years
The Watch Dogs movie is finally in the works after 10 years in development.
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Wearables (10)
Fresh leak shows the Google Pixel Watch 3 comes in two sizes instead of one
Google will unveil its new Pixel watch on Aug. 13.
Read MoreSamsung is freezing Galaxy Buds 3 Pro shipments amid quality control issues
Samsung has temporarily shut down Galaxy Buds 3 Pro shipments. With memories of its flaming hot (and not in a good way) Galaxy Note fiasco eight years ago, the company is halting the earbuds' launch while "urgently assessing and enhancing."
Read MoreDyson's OnTrac headphones ditch the Zone's air purifier for 'audio-only' use
Dyson's first "audio-only" over-ear headphones don't have an air filtration system. They're just a set of ANC headphones with a decidedly Dyson design and a $500 price tag.
Read MoreThe tinyPod transforms your old Apple Watch into an iPod-like minimalist phone
The tinyPod is a case for your Apple Watch that makes Apple's wearable look and feel (at least in marketing) like the company's first breakthrough product of the 21st century: the iPod.
Read MoreSamsung’s Galaxy Watch 7 and Ultra will get first dibs on Wear OS 5
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch Ultra are the first smartwatches to get Wear OS 5. It won't be available on other devices until Google's Pixel Watch 3.
Read MoreBose adds multipoint Bluetooth to its QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds and Ultra Open Earbuds
You can now connect your QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds and Ultra Open Earbuds to two devices and switch between them with ease.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Buds 3 have an AirPods-esque design and a dash of AI
There are a number of updates to the Galaxy Buds 3 lineup, but the most striking is the AirPods-esque redesign.
Read MoreApple Watch Series 10 expected to boast larger displays, while a plastic SE may be in the works
In the Power On newsletter this week, Mark Gurman writes that the Series 10 models will sport larger displays than we've seen in past versions of the regular Apple Watch. Apple may also switch to a plastic shell to make it cheaper.
Read MoreNike is killing the app for its futuristic Adapt BB sneakers
Nike is discontinuing its self-lacing Adapt BB sneakers and providing a case in point of what can happen to tech that relies on apps.
Read MoreSkullcandy expands its earbud lineup with three sport models all under $100
Skullcandy has unveiled three sets of earbuds designed for the "most active and adventurous consumers."
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Xbox (6)
A Call of Duty game is coming to Xbox Game Pass, just not one anyone wants
The poorly review Call of Duty game will be the first in the franchise to appear on Xbox Game Pass.
Read MoreThe FTC is as mad about the Xbox Game Pass price increase as you are
Microsoft has made changes to its Xbox Game Pass service that are "exactly the sort of consumer harm" from its Activision acquisition that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) was worried about, the agency wrote in a letter addressed to the US Appeals Court.
Read MoreXbox 360's digital store heads to Valhalla with an avalanche of cheap games
Microsoft's Xbox 360 digital store is going out with a bang, as tons of games are available for $1 or less. The iconic 'Blades' interface has also returned as a dynamic background.
Read MoreXbox is increasing Game Pass prices and adding a 'standard' plan
Xbox Game Pass prices are going up globally this year. Microsoft is softening the blow by offering a new, less expensive plan called Standard.
Read MoreXbox cloud gaming is now available on some Amazon Fire TV sticks
Xbox gaming is now available on Amazon Fire TV sticks. You need a Game Pass Ultimate membership to get started.
Read MoreNeon White, Tchia and a bunch of other titles are coming to Game Pass this month
A number of pretty good titles are coming to Microsoft's Game Pass this month for Xbox consoles and Windows PCs, including Engadget staff favorites Neon White and Tchia.
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