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Microsoft made a $349 hardware client to connect to Cloud PCs
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8BitDo has a new version of the Retro Mechanical Keyboard with a built-in numpad
Accessory maker 8BitDo unveiled its second new product in two weeks: a new version of the Retro Mechanical Keyboard with a numpad and new shortcuts. Crucially, it still comes with two Super Buttons.
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AI (27)
Canadian news organizations sue OpenAI for ChatGPT copyright infringement
The coalition news outlets accused the company of "capitalizing and profiting" from the unauthorized use of their content for ChatGPT.
Read MoreOpenAI suspends access to Sora video generation tool after artists protest
OpenAI recently granted a group of artists free access to its Sora text-to-video AI model, but has suspended the program due to protests.
Read MoreNVIDIA's new AI model Fugatto can create audio from text prompts
NVIDIA has debuted an AI model that can turn text prompts into audio.
Read MoreAnthropic will use AWS AI chips after $4 billion Amazon investment
Amazon is doubling its investment in Anthropic.
Read MoreHere's your first chance to try Microsoft's Recall feature on Copilot+ PCs
After multiple delays, Microsoft is now letting Windows users try out a preview of the Recall feature. Windows Insider testers with a Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PC will be the first to gain access.
Read MoreThe New York Times says OpenAI deleted evidence in its copyright lawsuit
The New York Times said in a court filing that key parts of its evidence of OpenAi's plagiarism of its articles were erased.
Read MoreTeach mode, Rabbit's tool for automating R1 tasks, is now available to all users
Starting today, every R1 user now has beta access to teach mode, a feature that allows you to train Rabbit's LAM to automate tasks for you on any website you can visit from your computer.
Read MoreItch.io marketplace now requires asset creators to disclose their use of generative AI
Itch.io, a marketplace for independent digital creators, now requires users to be upfront about using generative AI.
Read MoreOpenAI will pay DotDash Meredith at least $16 million per year to license its content
The digital media company Dotdash Meredith will receive at least $16 million per year from OpenAI to license its content. ChatGPT will be trained on its various publications.
Read MoreMeta wants its Llama AI in Britain’s public healthcare system
Meta held a hackathon in Europe, tasking over 200 developers with using its Llama AI to improve the UK's health services. The company awarded funds for AI that shortens wait times in Britain's National Health Service A&E rooms.
Read MoreX sues California over deceptive AI-made election content ban
X sues the state of California preventing AI deepfakes of candidates close to elections.
Read MoreElon Musk adds Microsoft as defendant in his lawsuit against OpenAI
Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI now names Microsoft, LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman and Microsoft VP Dee Templeton as defendants.
Read MoreThe EU publishes the first draft of regulatory guidance for general purpose AI models
The EU's first draft of its rules for general-purpose AI (GPAI) models outlines managing risks and compliance with the AI Act. Stakeholders have until November 28 to submit feedback.
Read MoreYouTube creators can now make AI song remixes for Shorts
It's another tool for YouTube's Dream Track feature.
Read MoreBaidu announces its own pair of AI smart glasses
Baidu has introduced a pair of smart glasses powered by its ERNIE AI assistant.
Read MoreThe Beatles are nominated for two Grammys thanks to AI
The song, 'Now and Then' was released late last year.
Read MorexAI's Grok-2 might be available for free on X soon
There are limitations to what users can do for free.
Read MoreChatGPT rejected 250,000 election deepfake requests
OpenAI said ChatGPT refused 250,000 requests to generate images with Trump, Vance, Biden and Harris.
Read MoreOpenAI wins first round against Raw Story and AlterNet copyright case
A judge has sided with OpenAI in a lawsuit filed by publications Raw Story and AlterNet.
Read MoreGoogle's Vids AI video maker is rolling out to most Workspace tiers
Google Vids is now part of Google Workspace for select users.
Read MoreEven Microsoft Notepad is getting infused with AI
Microsoft Paint and Notepad are getting new AI features that can add and remove images from photos and offer rewrites of text.
Read MoreOpenAI bought the web domain Chat.com
OpenAI has scooped up a domain name that sounds like a logical fit. Chat.com, which was previously bought for over $15 million, is now in the hands of the ChatGPT maker.
Read MoreGoogle accidentally leaked a preview of its Jarvis AI that can take over computers
The software was available for a brief time on the Chrome Web Store.
Read MoreApple might add ChatGPT subscription option to iOS 18.2
Apple might allow users to purchase ChatGPT Plus subscriptions in its second iOS 18.2 developer beta.
Read MoreMeta opens its Llama AI models to government agencies for national security
Meta is opening up its Llama AI models to government agencies and contractors working on national security, the company said in an update.
Read MoreAmazon reportedly bumped back its AI-powered Alexa to next year
Alexa's next incarnation isn't working as well as Amazon executives hoped it would be by now.
Read MoreAn AI-generated ad left thousands of Dubliners waiting for a Halloween parade that never came
Thousands of people took to the streets after being duped by an AI-generated ad for a parade. The My Spirit Halloween website advertised the fake event.
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Apps (15)
Bluesky implements a 'more aggressive' impersonation policy
Bluesky has updated its policy to address its impersonation problem.
Read MoreGoogle Chat adds huddles in its latest attempt to be like Discord and Slack
It's rolling out over the next month or so.
Read MorePlex is overhauling its apps with a redesign and under-the-hood upgrades
Plex has overhauled its apps from the ground up to make them easier to navigate. The teams says it will be able to roll out new features faster as well.
Read MoreSnap calls New Mexico's child safety complaint a 'sensationalist lawsuit'
Snap has filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit by New Mexico's AG. The office accused its app's features of fostering the sharing of child sexual abuse materials.
Read MoreLyft is bringing rider verification to the entire nation
Lyft is implementing rider verification nationwide while also introducing new safety and quality-of-life features.
Read MoreDoorDash can import grocery lists from iOS' Reminders app
The new feature works on iOS devices.
Read MoreWhatsApp finally has a drafts feature
WhatsApp has finally launched a drafts feature for messages. Yeah. It certainly took a long time.
Read MoreApple's AI-infused Final Cut Pro 11 is now available
Thirteen years after Final Cut Pro X was released, Apple has finally unveiled its successor, Final Cut Pro 11 (FCP 11).
Read MoreYou can now search for products inside Google Maps
Google has added new Maps features for the holidays, including the ability to search for products inside the app.
Read MoreThe Guardian is leaving X
The Guardian has decided to stop posting on X, though its reporters may continue to use the platform.
Read MoreStrava’s new Night Heatmaps look to make subscribers safer after dark
The app also unveiled Weekly Heatmaps to track an area's activity.
Read MoreSignal makes it easier to start group video calls
Signal has just enhanced its group call function, no longer requiring the creation of group chats before initiating one.
Read MoreProton brings more encrypted collaboration features to its Docs app
Proton is continuing to expand the feature set of Docs, its encrypted version of Word or Google Docs. You can now leave suggestions for changes in documents.
Read MoreTrack US election results with Apple's Live Activity feature
The Dynamic Island will also show real-time results for electoral points.
Read MoreOkta vulnerability allowed accounts with long usernames to log in without a password
Okta has fixed a vulnerability that let people log in without a password if the username has 52 characters or more.
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Audio (6)
DJI's tiny Mic Mini offers high-quality wireless sound recording starting at $89
It's already been a busy 2024 for DJI, and now the company has announced the Mic Mini wireless microphone system that's likely to be a hit with creators.
Read MoreTame Impala’s Kevin Parker just announced a retro-futuristic musical instrument called Orchid
Kevin Parker, from Tame Impala, has announced a neat new instrument called Orchid. It's a chord machine, but one with some added bells and whistles.
Read MoreLoop Switch 2 review: Easily adjustable earplugs that are great for concerts
An overhauled version of Loop's Switch ear plugs are designed to be easier to adjust while you're wearing them in various loud environments.
Read MoreTeenage Engineering is back with another droolworthy (and expensive) groovebox
Teenage Engineering just surprise-released the OP-XY. This groovebox looks like a black OP-1 field, but with a stronger reliance on sequencing instead of (faux) tape recording.
Read MoreTurntable Labs just launched a new social music platform called Hangout
Turntable Labs just launched a social music platform named Hangout. The functionality works similarly to Turntable.fm, which was first shut down in 2013 before reappearing in 2021.
Read MoreRode's tiny $149 Wireless Micro kit is designed for smartphone users
Rode has announced the Wireless Micro, a two-mic kit with a smartphone receiver and charging case that costs just $149.
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Big Tech (44)
Engadget Podcast: Social media’s impact and Sony’s next portable PlayStation
Senior reporter Jess Conditt joins host Cherlynn Low and producer Ben Ellman on a quiet news week to talk about the latest developments at Sony, Threads, TikTok and more.
Read MoreAmazon workers across the globe are on strike for Black Friday
Amazon workers around the world have gone on strike to protest the company's alleged labor abuses. The protests will last until December 2.
Read MoreMeta is reportedly planning a $10 billion, globe-spanning subsea internet cable
Meta is said to be planning a $10 billion undersea fiber-optic cable that will span the world. The cable will reportedly steer clear of geopolitical hotbeds and give Meta more control over its infrastructure.
Read MoreCanada's Competition Bureau sues to break up Google's ad business
The country's competition watchdog said a "thorough" investigation had found that Google had abused its dominant position in programmatic web advertising to entrench its market power.
Read MoreEuropean Commission ends state aid case against Amazon with no tax payout
Amazon won't need to pay the European Union €250 million ($263 million) in back taxes.
Read MoreAustralia is one step away from banning social media for under 16s
Australia is set to ban under 16s from using social media services after the Senate passed legislation. However, the effectiveness of the law and the platforms it will actually impact have yet to be determined.
Read MoreTikTok is limiting appearance altering effects for anyone under 18
It will roll out globally in the following weeks and months.
Read MoreAmazon Japan hit with a raid over antitrust concerns
Japan's Fair Trade Commission is investigating Amazon over antitrust concerns in the country.
Read MoreUber's latest gig economy play is offering out coders for hire
Uber now provides freelance coders-for-hire and data-labeling services.
Read MoreIntel’s CHIPS Act funding cut by over $600 million
The White House has cut Intel's CHIPS Act award by over $600 million. Initially set to receive $8.5 billion, the company will now get up to $7.85 billion.
Read MoreGoogle is testing plain blue link search results for hotels in a few European countries
Google is making efforts to comply with the Digital Markets Act by testing blue link search results for hotels.
Read MoreBrazil demands Apple open up the App Store...or else
The company has 20 days to make changes to its app store.
Read MoreUK watchdog says Apple’s rules restrict iOS browser competition
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has "provisionally concluded" that Apple's restrictive mobile browser policies limit innovation. It expects to make a final decision by March.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Why the DOJ wants Google to sell Chrome
Well, the rumors were true: this week the DOJ argued that Google should sell off Chrome to make up for its monopolistic search practices.
Read MoreReport: Amazon is likely to face an EU antitrust investigation next year
The European Union could launch an investigation into Amazon next year for allegedly promoting its own products over those from third parties.
Read MoreApple pledges $100 million Indonesia investment to lift iPhone 16 ban
Apple has proposed a plan that would invest $100 million in Indonesia to build a manufacturing plant in the country. This is an attempt by the company to get the country to lift a ban on the iPhone 16 and other products.
Read MoreThe US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau will now regulate Apple Pay, Venmo and others
It provides greater supervision options for the CFPB.
Read MoreDepartment of Justice confirms that it wants Google to sell off Chrome
The Justice Department has released a document that calls for the breakup of Google, including a sale of Chrome and restrictions on Android.
Read MoreComcast is spinning out Rotten Tomatoes and cable networks into a separate company
Comcast is spinning out Rotten Tomatoes, Fandango and some cable networks into a separate company. The new business will also be home to the likes of MSNBC and SYFY.
Read MoreThe UK approves Google's $2 billion investment in Anthropic
The UK's competition regulator gave the go ahead for Alphabet's $2 billion investment in Anthropic. The company develops artificial intelligence platforms.
Read MoreDepartment of Justice will reportedly push for Google to sell Chrome
It follows an August ruling outlining Google's illegal doings.
Read MoreTrump names commission member Brendan Carr as FCC chairman
President-elect Donald Trump has named Brendan Carr as the new chairman of the Federal Communications Commission.
Read MoreUS government finalizes TSMC's $6.6 billion CHIPS Act incentives
TSMC will be the first company to receive the US government's promised Chips Act incentives.
Read MoreGoogle will stop serving political ads in the EU, including on YouTube
Google will stop serving political advertisements in the European Union ahead of new regulation taking effect.
Read MoreGoogle is being targeted for oversight by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has started the process of placing Google under federal supervision.
Read MoreEU fines Meta $842 million in a Facebook Marketplace antitrust case
The European Commission has fined Meta $842 million for antitrust violations related to Facebook Marketplace. It said the company "abused its dominant positions" as a leader in the social networking space.
Read MoreAmazon can’t force employees into anti-unionization meetings
After a lengthy consideration, the National Labor Relations Board has ruled that Amazon's "captive-audience meetings" are a violation of the National Labor Relations Act.
Read MoreGrubhub just sold for a tenth of what it was worth during the pandemic
Wonder purchased the food delivery app Grubhub from the Dutch company Just Eat Takeaway.
Read MoreA Google ‘test’ will omit EU publishers from news links
A new Google "test" will exclude results from EU news publishers, affecting users in nine countries. The company says it aims to assess their impact on users' search experience and traffic.
Read MoreAMD lays off 4 percent of its global workforce
AMD is laying off four percent of its global workforce. This follows numerous job cuts at rival company Intel.
Read MoreAmazon Haul wants to be the new Temu
Amazon Haul is the ecommerce giant's new mobile-only storefront offering goods at low prices.
Read MoreMeta will have to defend itself from antitrust claims after all
The Federal Trade Commission will get a chance to argue the case for Meta's breakup in court.
Read MoreElon Musk will lead a new ‘Department of Government Efficiency,’ Donald Trump says
President-elect Donald Trump has named Elon Musk as the leader of a new "Department of Government Efficiency" or "DOGE."
Read More23andMe is laying off 40 percent of its staff
23andMe will eliminate more than 200 jobs as part of the genetic company's cost cutting measures.
Read MoreMeta cuts the price of its ad-free plan by 40 percent in a bid to sate EU regulators
Meta is making some changes to its advertising model in the EU in a bid to win over regulators. Along with reducing the price of its ad-free plan, it will offer a less-personalized option, which will include unskippable ads.
Read MoreAmazon reportedly wants drivers to wear AR glasses for improved efficiency until robots can take over
Reports indicate that Amazon is developing smart glasses for its delivery drivers. These glasses are intended to shave seconds from each delivery, via on-screen prompts.
Read MoreApple now has replacement parts for the iPhone 16 series
Get the iPhone 16 parts you need on Apple's self service repair store.
Read MoreThe voice of AOL’s ‘You’ve got mail!’ has died at 74
The voice of "You've got mail!", recorded in 1989 for Quantum Computer Services (later America Online), has passed away. Elwood Edwards was 74.
Read MoreBlack people across the country have been getting racist texts about slave plantations
Black Americans throughout the country have been getting racist text messages about slave plantations. One texting platform called it a "widespread, coordinated attack."
Read MoreCanada orders TikTok to shut down its business operations in the country due to 'national security risks'
Canada has ordered TikTok to shut down its operations in the country, citing unspecified "national security risks" posed by the company and its parent ByteDance.
Read MoreBees reportedly stopped Meta from building a nuclear-powered AI data center
Meta had to pull the plug on a nuclear-powered data center project after a rare bee species was discovered on the land where it was going to be built, according to the Financial Times.
Read MoreNLRB accuses Grindr of using a return-to-office mandate to upend a unionization drive
The NLRB claims that Grindr violated federal labor law by attempting to thwart unionization efforts with a return-to-office mandate.
Read MoreApple is buying the developer of one of the iPhone's best photo-editing apps
Apple is bringing one of the independent photo-editing app developer Pixelmator.
Read MoreElection 2024: What will the candidates do about the digital divide?
Broadband access in poorer and more rural communities has been a major campaign issue since 2008. Bridging the digital divide was a key component of Barack Obama's platform. And, while far from perfect, his administration did a lot of work to grow the nation's fiber-optic infrastructure, free up wireless spectrum and expand access to subsidies for low-income families.
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Buying Guides (11)
Black Friday Blink Mini 2 camera deals discount a two-pack by 50 percent
Amazon has an early Black Friday deal on a pair of Blink Mini 2 security cameras. Released earlier this year, the cameras have a built-in spotlight and person detection with an optional subscription.
Read MoreThe best gifts for runners in 2024
Here are the best gift ideas for runners this year, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Read MoreThe best outdoor gifts for 2024
Here are the best outdoor gifts and gifts for outdoorsmen and women that you can get this year, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Read MoreThe best self-care gifts for 2024
There are plenty of things you could get for someone that not only shows how much you care about them, but also remind them that it's worthwhile to take time for themselves. Our beauty tech and personal care gift ideas include things like styling gadgets, grooming devices, hair turbans and face masks.
Read MoreThe best gifts for cyclists in 2024
Here are the best gifts for cyclists, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Read MoreThe best tech gifts on our editors' wishlists for the 2024 holiday season
We at Engadget spend a lot of time thinking about the best tech gifts for anyone and everyone in your life. But during that process, we often can't help but think about the things we'd like to receive as gifts. These are all of the gifts we'd love to see under our trees this year.
Read MoreThe best outdoor gear for the fall
We've compiled a list of items to help you make the most of your time on the porch, in the yard or out in the woods this fall.
Read MoreThe best gifts for book lovers in 2024
Here are the best gift ideas for book lovers this year, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Read MoreEarly Black Friday deals include up to $425 off Roomba robot vacuums
The iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max Robot + AutoWash Dock is on sale for $425 off with our exclusive coupon. It's a powerful cleaning machine that vacuums, mops, self-empties dirt, refills mopping solution, and washes and dries mopping pads.
Read MoreEarly Black Friday deal takes $1,300 off the LG C4 OLED
Amazon has an all-time low deal on the 65-inch LG OLED evo C4, a premium OLED TV that only arrived earlier this year. Normally priced at $2,700, it's now available for $1,394.
Read MoreBlink multi-camera systems are up to $380 off ahead of Black Friday
Amazon has an eight-camera bundle of Blink Outdoor 4 security cameras on sale for $380 off. They usually cost $99 apiece, and the bundle usually costs $630. You can grab eight for $250 or six for $180 today.
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Cameras (6)
The best gifts for photographers and videographers
Find the latest and best list of camera accessories for photography and videography, chosen by experts at Engadget.
Read MoreSony's A1 II features a dedicated AI processor and refined ergonomics
Sony's new a1 II features a new dedicated AI processor, better image stabilization and a deeper grip.
Read MoreFujifilm is developing a 102MP medium format cinema camera
Fujifilm is developing a medium-format, 102-megapixel cinema camera, the company said in a surprise announcement.
Read MoreDJI Neo drone firmware update adds more speed and vertical video
DJI has addressed two weaknesses with the Neo drone, adding vertical video and increasing the tracking speed.
Read MoreNikon's Z50 II targets creators with a dedicated film simulation button
Camera companies are starting to get the hang of marketing entry-level cameras with features that help beginners take great photos immediately.
Read MoreDJI's Goggles N3 for FPV drones improve comfort and allow eyeglasses
DJI's has introduced a new affordable FPV headset designed to address complaints about its previous model.
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Computing (12)
Raspberry Pi's $7 Pico 2 W microcontroller board adds wireless connectivity
Raspberry Pi has announced the Pico 2 W, a wireless version of its Pico 2 microcontroller board built for hobbyists and industrial applications.
Read MoreSpotify is now the default music player in the Opera One browser
Spotify has teamed up with Opera.
Read MoreTwo Baltic Sea communications cables have been knocked offline
Two undersea cables in the Baltic Sea were cut, with at least one physically damaged. A cable between Lithuania and Sweden was cut on Sunday morning. The second disrupted cable, about 60 to 65 miles from the first, routes communications between Finland and Germany.
Read MoreEl Capitan ranked the most powerful supercomputer in the world
El Capitan is now the most powerful supercomputer in existence, as proven by TOP500's list.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Bluesky’s big moment
In this episode, we discuss why Bluesky now feels like the best of early Twitter.
Read MoreApple M4 iMac review: The best all-in-one gets a lot faster
Apple's 2024 iMac comes with the powerful M4 chip and starts with 16GB of RAM, making it a better value than past models.
Read MoreNVIDIA's new all-in-one PC app launches out of beta today
NVIDIA has officially launched the app that's supposed to replace the GeForce Experience and Control Panel.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Reviewing the PS5 Pro and Apple’s M4 Macs
We recover from the election by discussing our final thoughts on the PlayStation 5 Pro, as well as Apple's M4 Mac mini (so cute, so powerful!) and new MacBook Pros.
Read MoreApple Mac mini review (M4 Pro, 2024): Shockingly small, incredibly powerful
Apple's smaller Mac mini is mightier than ever, thanks to the M4 and M4 Pro chips, and it's a better deal with 16GB of RAM to start.
Read MoreMozilla Foundation cuts 30 percent of its staff
The Mozilla Foundation has made steep cuts to its team, including eliminating its advocacy and global programs divisions.
Read MoreSecurity researchers found a serious zero-click bug in Synology's Photos app
If you own a Synology NAS drive, you'll want to update your device as soon as possible.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Apple’s M4 chip heads to the iMac, Mac mini and MacBook Pro
In this episode, Devindra and producer Ben Ellman dive into all of Apple's new M4 hardware: the new iMac, Mac mini and refreshed Macbook Pros.
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Cybersecurity (10)
Russia arrests ransomware attacker Wazawaka
The US Department of Justice is offering a $10 million reward for Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev.
Read MoreFTC expands rules to hold tech support scammers accountable
The FTC has amended its rules so that it can go after tech support scammers even if it's the customer who calls them up.
Read MoreHackers breach Andrew Tate’s online ‘university,’ capturing data on 800,000 users
A hacker group has infiltrated Andrew Tate's self-proclaimed online university. The hackers captured data on more than 800,000 users, including 350,000 email addresses.
Read MoreApple patches vulnerabilities used to target Intel-based Macs
Apple has rolled out security fixes for vulnerabilities that may have already been used to target its customers.
Read MoreT-Mobile was also infiltrated by China-linked telecom hackers
A hacking group linked to China known as 'Salt Typhoon' infiltrated telecommunication companies' networks.
Read MoreDiscord leaker Jack Teixeira gets 15-year sentence for sharing classified documents
The FBI raided the home of Jack Teixeira in April of 2023 and arrested him for leaking classified military documents on Discord that eventually found their way to other parts of the web.
Read MoreNew report details ‘vast spying’ by China-linked telecom hackers
New details are continuing to surface about the hacking of US telecom companies by a China-linked group that targeted US officials and campaign staffers.
Read MoreThe Internet Archive's Wayback Machine is fully back in action with saving pages
The Internet Archive is continuing the recovery process after a series of DDoS attacks that took down its servers in early October.
Read MoreCanadian police arrest alleged hacker behind cyberattacks that compromised ‘nearly all’ AT&T accounts
Canadian authorities arrested a 26-year-old man responsible for a series of corporate cyberattacks targeting cloud data analysis company Snowflake. Its corporate clients affected included AT&T, Live Nation and others.
Read MoreFBI warns voters about inauthentic videos relating to election security
The FBI said it's aware of two videos that show false content and claim to be from the FBI.
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Deals (69)
The 19 best Black Friday deals on camera gear from Nikon, DJI, Canon and others
Black Friday is usually the best sale of the year on cameras and accessories and this year there are some particularly great deals.
Read MoreThe best Amazon Black Friday deals include up to 56 percent off Kindles, Echo speakers, Ring doorbells, Blink cameras and more
The best Amazon Black Friday deals include major discounts on Echo speakers, Kindle ereaders, Fire TV devices and more.
Read MoreBlack Friday Apple deals still available include the M3 MacBook Air with 16GB of RAM for over $250 off
Our pick for the best laptop for most people is on sale. A 13-inch MacBook Air with an M3 chip, 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage is down to a record low.
Read MoreThe 16 best Black Friday vacuum deals on robot vacs from Shark, iRobot, Dyson and more
These are the best Black Friday deals on robot vacuums and cordless vacuums you can get this year.
Read MoreThe best Black Friday TV deals you can still shop from Samsung, Sony, LG, Hisense and more
Here are the best Black Friday TV deals we could find from across the web.
Read MoreThe best Black Friday kitchen deals will save you up to 44 percent on Ninja, Breville, KitchenAid, Fellow and more
We've tested, reviewed and used hundreds of cooking gadgets and appliances -- and right now many of the stuff we've found worthy is on sale for Black Friday.
Read MoreBlack Friday subscription deals are still available for Disney+, MasterClass, Audible and others
While the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale events are arguably the best times of the year to pick up most gadgets, they're also a great time to save on subscriptions and services you may already have or that you've been wanting to try.
Read MoreThe best Black Friday laptop deals we could find from Apple, Microsoft, Lenovo, Asus and others
Here are the best Black Friday laptop deals we could find, including discounts on Apple MacBooks, gaming laptops, Windows machines and Chromebooks.
Read MoreUdemy's post-Black Friday deals slash online learning prices by up to 79 percent
From IT and AI to design and photography, you can binge on self-improvement at a fraction of the usual cost.
Read MoreThis Black Friday deal on the Meta Quest 3S includes a free $75 gift card
Black Friday deals on VR headsets include a free $75 gift card with the purchase of a Meta Quest 3S.
Read MoreBlack Friday deals include Solo Stove fire pit bundles for 30 percent off
Solo Stove has opened up the doors on its Black Friday sale. The discounts cover fire pit bundles, like the Bonfire Backyard Bundle.
Read MoreThese are the best Black Friday Apple deals on AirPods, iPads, MacBooks and AirTags we could find
Here are the best Black Friday deals we could find on Apple devices including iPads, AirPods, MacBooks and more.
Read MoreExpressVPN Black Friday deal: 30-month plans are up to 61 percent off
The full-service VPN now includes a password manager, ID theft protection and more.
Read MoreBest Black Friday SSD deals for 2024: Discounts on gear from Samsung, WD, Kingston, Crucial and others
Here are the Black Friday deals on SSDs and other storage devices that are actually worth your attention.
Read MoreAmazon Black Friday deals: Pick up the Fire Max 11 tablet for a record-low price
The Amazon Fire Max 11 tablet is on sale for $140 as part of an early Black Friday deal. The typical price is $230.
Read MoreAmazon Black Friday deals drop the Echo Pop speaker down to only $18
It's 55 percent off its sticker price.
Read MoreBest PlayStation Black Friday deals: Get the PS VR2 Horizon Call of the Mountain bundle for $200 off
The PS VR2 is on sale for Black Friday for just $350. This deal includes the recently-released Horizon Call of the Mountain.
Read MoreWalmart Black Friday tech deals for 2024: The best deals from Apple, PlayStation, Nintendo, Ninja and more
No need to wait: All-time low prices are available on Apple gear, game consoles and more.
Read MoreThe best Black Friday speaker deals for 2024: Big savings on JBL, Sonos, Echo, Marshall and more
We cross-referenced our reviews and buying coverage with the many (many) Black Friday speaker deals out there to come up with this list.
Read MoreAmazon Black Friday: Pick up the Google Nest wired indoor camera for $70
The Google Nest Indoor camera is $70 via Amazon as part of an early Black Friday deal. The cam is normally $100.
Read MoreThis Black Friday deal on the Google Nest Wi-Fi Pro 6E drops it to the lowest price we've seen
A three-pack of Google's Nest WiFi Pro 6E mesh router system has dropped to its lowest price to date.
Read MoreBlack Friday VPN deals for 2024 include 70 percent off Proton VPN membership plans
ProtonVPN is on sale for for Black Friday, as is Proton Unlimited.
Read MoreOoni pizza ovens are 20 percent off for Black Friday
Ooni Pizza Ovens is discounting all of its ovens and accessories by 20 percent as part of a Black Friday deal.
Read MoreBlack Friday deals on MasterClass subscriptions are as low as $5 a month
You can get a Premium MasterClass subscription for $10 a month instead of $20.
Read MoreBlack Friday fitness deals drop the Fitbit Charge 6 down to $100
Amazon is selling the Fitbit Charge 6 for $60 off its regular $160 price.
Read MoreAmazon's new Echo Show 21 is already $40 off in this Black Friday deal
Amazon's latest smart display is already on sale for Black Friday. The Echo Show 21 has dropped by $40 to $360.
Read MoreSamsung Black Friday deal: Get a 256GB Evo Select microSD card for only $18
Samsung's Evo Select microSD cards already offer great value, but now they're an even better potential purchase.
Read MoreApple iPad Black Friday sales are here: Get the 10th-gen tablet at a record-low price
Apple is selling the 10th-gen iPad for a record-low price for Black Friday.
Read MoreThe 13 best Black Friday deals worth shopping right now: Get up to 70 percent off today
We're rounding up all of the Black Friday deals that are worth your attention in one place.
Read MoreBlack Friday GoPro deals bring this Hero 13 Black bundle down to $350
This GoPro Hero13 Black bundle is $100 off for Black Friday, a record-low price.
Read MoreThe Apple M2 MacBook Air with 16GB of RAM is 25 percent off for Black Friday
The 2022 MacBook Air with the M2 chip is on sale for $749 just in time for Black Friday. This version even comes with 16GB of RAM.
Read MoreAnker Black Friday deals include this 3-in-1 foldable magnetic charger at a record-low price
An Anker charging station that can top up your iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods batteries all at the same time has dropped to a record-low price.
Read MoreBlack Friday deals drop the Fire TV Stick 4K Max down to an all-time low of $33
The Fire TV Cube is also on sale with a 29 percent markdown.
Read MoreApple's new iPad mini 7 is $100 off for Black Friday 2024
The latest iPad Mini has dropped by $100 only days after it arrived. The seventh-gen model is powerful enough to support apple Intelligence features.
Read MoreBlack Friday deals include a four-pack of Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 trackers for $60
The well-regarded Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 trackers are on sale for Black Friday. A four-pack of the tags now cost just $60.
Read MoreThe PS5 Access controller is on sale in a Black Friday PlayStation deal
Sony's highly customizable accessibility controller is on sale for Black Friday. The Access controller has dropped to $59.
Read MoreBlack Friday deals include the Ninja Creami ice cream maker for $50 off
Our favorite ice cream maker is back on sale for Black Friday. The Ninia Creami is as easy to use as a food processor, and it can be yours for $180.
Read MoreNintendo Black Friday 2024: Get The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for a record-low price
Nintendo has revealed all kinds of deals for Black Friday, including The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for $50. The deals go live on November 24.
Read MoreWalmart's Black Friday tech deals have started: $18 Roku streamer, $30 Keurig, plus laptop and jumbo 4K TV price cuts, too
Ahead of the official Black Friday sale, Walmart already has plenty of deals.
Read MoreApple Black Friday deals: The M4 Mac mini drops to a record low of $500
Apple's new Mac mini hasn't been available for that long yet, but you can already grab it at a discount.
Read MoreApple Black Friday deals discount the 9th-gen iPad to a record low of $200
The 9th-gen Apple iPad is on sale via Amazon for just $200. That's a massive discount of 39 percent.
Read MoreThe Kobo Libra Colour ereader is $20 off in this Black Friday deal
If you're looking for a color ereader, Rakuten Kobo's latest model, the Kobo Libra Colour, is on sale for $200 on Black Friday. It has a seven-inch color e-ink screen and physical page-turn buttons.
Read MoreThe Ember Smart Mug 2 is up to 39 percent off for Black Friday
The self-heating mug keeps your coffee, tea or other beverage at a set temperature until you're done. Grab the 10-oz. or 14-oz. model for a record-low price.
Read MoreBlack Friday deals include the 4K Chromecast with Google TV for $40
The 4K Chromecast with Google TV streaming stick is down to just $40 via Amazon. This is a savings of around ten bucks.
Read MoreBlack Friday deals slash $100 off the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones
Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones are $100 off for Black Friday. They're our pick for the best wireless headphones overall.
Read MoreBlack Friday deals drop the Google Pixel Watch 3 to $280 on Amazon
The Pixel Watch 3 has dropped to its lowest price to date. The base model can be yours for $280, while other variants are on sale.
Read MoreSamsung Black Friday 2024 deals: Save up to $350 on Galaxy S24 smartphones
Shop sales on the Galaxy S24+ and S24 Ultra.
Read MoreThe Google Pixel 9 Pro with 1TB of storage is $150 off for Black Friday
Google Pixel 9 Pro smartphones are on sale for Black Friday.
Read MoreHerman Miller has a 25 percent off sale for Black Friday
Shop a range of accessories and furniture.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy Watch 7 drops to $230 for Black Friday
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is now $240, its lowest price in a while, for Black Friday.
Read MoreBlack Friday deals include the Theragun Mini massager for $149
Thee Theragun Mini 2.0 massage gun is now $149 (down from $199) for Black Friday. The compact and triangular massager can easily fit into small bags.
Read MoreThe Echo Show 8 drops to a record low of $80 in this Amazon Black Friday deal
Black Friday has arrived, which means Amazon's smart displays are back on sale and significantly discounted.
Read MoreAmazon's Echo Dot drops to only $23 for Black Friday
Check out discounts on the Echo Spot and Pop too.
Read MoreAdobe's Black Friday deal slashes 50 percent off Creative Cloud plans
Adobe's Creative Cloud All Apps subscription will only cost you $30 per month if you sign up on or before Black Friday.
Read MoreGoogle's latest Nest Learning Thermostat is $55 off ahead of Black Friday
Google's latest Nest Thermostat is available for $55 off at Wellbots. It has a larger, more customizable display than previous models, and it employs AI for readings and energy-saving suggestions.
Read MoreHeadspace subscriptions are 50 percent off ahead of Black Friday
Mental wellness app Headspace is offering its annual plan for half off for a three-week Black Friday promotion.
Read MoreXbox Black Friday deals are live, so snag Halo: The Master Chief Collection for just $10
Xbox Black Friday deals are officially live. You can snag digital versions of Pentiment, Street Fighter 6 and many other games at steep discounts.
Read MoreThe Dyson Airwrap is $110 off for Black Friday
The Dyson Airwrap is a popular hair styling tool that doesn't rely on extreme heat. It has dropped to $490 in a one-day-only early Black Friday deal.
Read MoreBlack Friday Anker deals: One of our favorite Anker power banks is 41 percent off
Get a 100W charging base with the power bank at a steep discount.
Read MoreBlack Friday deals include three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for only $30
Get it now for a limited time only.
Read MoreThis budget Roomba robot vacuum is nearly half off ahead of Black Friday
The budget-friendly iRobot Roomba Essential Vac is on sale for $140 as an early Black Friday deal. The normal price is $250.
Read MoreApple's M4 iMac is already on sale in an early Black Friday deal
Apple has only just started shipping the 2024 iMac, but you can already get it at a discount.
Read MoreApple's AirPods Pro 2 are back on sale for $170 ahead of Black Friday
The AirPods Pro 2 have dropped down almost to a record-low price ahead of Black Friday. Apple recently added some hearing health features that make the earphones even more appealing.
Read MoreApple's latest MagSafe charger drops to $25 in an early Black Friday deal
A MagSafe charger that can top up your iPhone 16 battery faster than the previous model is on sale. A one-meter version has dropped by $14 to $25.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel Buds Pro 2 drop to $170 in this early Black Friday deal
You can already get $60 off of Google's new Pixel Buds Pro 2 thanks to a discount code.
Read MoreThe 4TB Samsung T9 Portable SSD is nearly half off in this early Black Friday deal
Samsung's T9 Portable SSD offers extra external storage at fast speeds. You can pick up a 4TB version for $300 (nearly half off) in an early Black Friday deal.
Read MoreJBL early Black Friday deals include the Clip 5 Bluetooth speaker at an all-time-low price
The JBL Clip 5 has dropped to an all-time-low price of $50 in an early Black Friday deal. The small, portable clip-on Bluetooth speaker should come in handy for your next cookout or beach trip.
Read MoreApple’s AirPods Pro 2 drop to $179 in this early Black Friday deal
Apple's AirPods Pro 2 are currently going for just $10 more than their October Prime Day price.
Read MoreA four-pack of AirTags drops to $74 in this early Black Friday deal
It's basically buy three get the fourth free.
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Entertainment (6)
What to read this weekend: A visual history of Futurama, and more
This week, we're checking out Haruki Murakami's The City and Its Uncertain Walls, The Art of Futurama, and Image Comics' Standstill.
Read MoreDisney removes a Star Wars movie from its 2026 release lineup
Disney has replaced a Star Wars movie in its 2026 lineup with Ice Age 6.
Read MoreIn an outcome beyond parody, a bankruptcy judge puts The Onion’s Infowars purchase on hold
The Onion said on Thursday that its parent company acquired Infowars, the disgraced purveyor of Sandy Hook misinformation and pseudoscience supplements. However, a judge put the plans on hold to review the bankruptcy auction that led to the sale.
Read MoreCartoon Network just released an Over the Garden Wall stop-motion short
Cartoon Network and Aardman Animations have released a stop-motion short to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Over the Garden Wall. It features the original voice actors, including Elijah Wood.
Read MoreDisney forms dedicated AI and XR group to coordinate company-wide use and adoption
It seems Disney is getting serious about AI and extended reality.
Read MoreGreg Hildebrandt, iconic Star Wars and Lord of the Rings artist, has died at 85
Legendary artist Greg Hildebrandt, known for his work on Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Marvel, and Magic: The Gathering, passed away on Thursday at 85. Alongside his twin brother Tim, who died in 2006, they formed the iconic Brothers Hildebrandt until they pursued solo careers in 1981.
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Gaming (39)
Fortnite is hosting a virtual concert today in tribute to the late rapper Juice WRLD
Fortnite's Remix: The Finale live concert event begins at 2PM ET. It'll feature music from Juice WRLD, including a new posthumously released track. Snoop Dogg, Ice Spice and Eminem will also be featured.
Read MoreRiot Games is cracking down on players’ off-platform conduct
Riot Games strengthened its rules to combat and punish players who exhibit offensive behavior in streams and game sessions.
Read MoreNo Man's Sky finally has a 'very positive' rating on Steam after 8 years
No Man's Sky has finally overcome its rough launch and reached a Very Positive rating on Steam.
Read MoreSteam’s Autumn Sale sees deep discounts on LCD Steam Decks and select games
Steam is offering the 512GB LCD Steam Deck for just under $340.
Read MoreDevolver Digital’s Delayed Awards returns Wednesday
The Devolver Delayed Awards returns for its "15th" year to celebrate games that missed its deadlines.
Read MoreItch.io won't take a cut of game sales on November 29
Itch.io next Creator Day event returns on November 29.
Read MoreMass Effect creator's new studio is shutting down after three years
Humanoid Origin is shutting down. The three-year-old indie gaming studio, helmed by former BioWare GM Casey Hudson, is the latest casualty in a brutal stretch for developers and other gaming industry professionals.
Read MoreGTA III and Vice City are leaving Netflix's mobile games catalog next month
Grand Theft Auto III and Grand Theft Auto: Vice City will no longer be available through Netflix's library of mobile games after December 13. However, it appears that San Andreas will still be there.
Read MoreOverwatch’s new hero is Hazard, the spiky Scotsman you’ve been waiting for
Hazard is a shotgun-wielding rebel with a protector's instinct and love of cute dogs. He's playable now through November 25 and will become officially available in Season 14.
Read MoreStar Wars Outlaws just fixed those maddening stealth missions
Massive has fixed one of the most annoying aspects of Star Wars Outlaws. The stealth missions will no longer automatically fail as soon as a player is spotted.
Read MoreFinal Fantasy 14 Mobile is on the way
Square Enix has announced Final Fantasy 14 Mobile. Playtests are set to start in China soon, with a global rollout to follow shortly afterwards.
Read MoreDay of the Devs livestream will showcase indie titles a day before the Game Awards
A Day of the Devs livestream focusing on indie games will take place the day before this year's Game Awards.
Read MoreMicrosoft’s Flight Simulator 2024 launch day users seeing long loading times
Players trying to load Flight Simulator 2024 on their Xbox Series X/S or PC are seeing some absurdly long initial loading times.
Read MoreDragon Age: The Veilguard is beautiful in every way
Dragon Age: The Veilguard is BioWare at its best.
Read MoreMinecraft is getting its own theme parks
A new Minecraft theme park is coming to the US and UK in 2026 and 2027.
Read MoreControl Ultimate Edition comes to Mac computers on February 12
Control Ultimate Edition is heading to Macs on February 12, 2025. Remedy also confirmed that Control 2 is still coming.
Read MoreSquid Game for your phone arrives on December 17
Squid Game: Unleashed, the multiplayer party royale game based on the show, will release next month.
Read MoreSony reportedly in talks to buy Elden Ring and Dark Souls developer
Sony could purchase Kadokawa in the next few weeks.
Read MoreAstro Bot and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth lead the 2024 Game Awards nominees
The nominees for the 2024 Game Awards have been revealed and Astro Bot and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth lead the way with seven each. They're nominated for the Game of the Year award alongside Metaphor: ReFantazio, Balatro, Black Myth: Wukong and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.
Read MoreLG unveils its own 480Hz OLED gaming monitor
LG has announced the UltraGear GX7 (27GX790A), a 27-inch QHD (2,560 x 1,440) OLED gaming monitor with a 480Hz refresh rate and .03-millisecond response time.
Read MoreRoblox restricts DMs for kids under 13 and beefs up parental controls in safety push
Roblox is adding new restrictions to younger kids' accounts and revamping its parental control features as part of a push to beef up the safety features on its platform.
Read MoreADL report finds Steam is 'rife' with racist posts and images
The images the Anti-Defamation League found on Steam Community included references to foreign terrorist groups like ISIS.
Read MoreThe Resident Evil 2 remake will shuffle its way to Apple devices in December
Battle the evil Umbrella corporation and its undead creations in the Resident Evil 2 remake for Apple Silicon devices.
Read MoreThe Professional Women's Hockey League will join EA's NHL 25 this year
NHL 25 is slated to get a sizable content update at the end of the year, thanks to a partnership with the Professional Women's Hockey League.
Read MoreXbox is considering a PC gaming handheld
Xbox is considering developing a PC gaming handheld console, but the actual product is likely years out.
Read MorePS5 exclusive Stellar Blade is coming to PC
This year's action RPG Stellar Blade has been a solid win for Sony as a PlayStation 5 exclusive.
Read MoreFortnite will turn back the clock (again) on December 6
Last year's trial of bringing back Fortnite's original map, weapons, and early seasons broke records, suggesting an appetite for nostalgia in the seven-year-old battle royale. Epic Games announced the permanent return of the OG Fortnite rewind on Tuesday.
Read MoreAn Overwatch: Classic event will take fans all the way back to the beginning
The rumors were true: Blizzard is running an Overwatch: Classic event in Overwatch 2. It will have a 6v6 format and gameplay will be very similar to how it was when the original game debuted in 2016.
Read MoreThis Shin Megami Tensei board game features 72 intricate demon figurines
The Japanese company Icrea is making a board game based on the hit video game series Shin Megami Tensei. It's raising funds for the project on Kickstarter.
Read MoreNetEase executives and workers were reportedly arrested amid a corruption investigation
Two former NetEase executives and several ex-employees have been implicated in an alleged money laundering scheme at the video game company.
Read MoreAwesome Games Done Quick 2025 will include Crazy Taxi with a live backing band
Awesome Games Done Quick (AGDQ), the zany speedrun event for a good cause, returns on January 5 to 12. One of its highlights will be a live backing band for a run of the Dreamcast classic Crazy Taxi.
Read MoreThe Ayaneo 3 looks to be an improvement in nearly every way
The company behind the Ayaneo gaming consoles just announced the Ayaneo 3. This portable gaming device is an improvement over both the Ayaneo 2 and the 2S.
Read MoreSega will delist a bunch of its classic games from major storefronts next month
Sega delisted over 60 classic games for modern devices. It posted an FAQ detailing which platforms lose which games next month, including popular titles like Jet Set Radio, Crazy Taxi, Golden Axe, and Altered Beast.
Read MoreSega apparently has a new Virtua Fighter game in the works
Virtua Fighter may soon be punching its way back into the public eye.
Read MoreRoblox details two new safety policies for protecting children
Roblox is implementing new safety policies intended to better protect the platform's young users.
Read MoreStardew Valley now has a secret multiplayer mode on mobile
Mobile Stardew Valley players can now try out a secret and experimental multiplayer mode.
Read MoreSteam's game recorder is now available to everyone
Steam's Game Recording function has come out of beta and is now available to everyone on Mac, PC and Steam Deck.
Read MoreCall of Duty: Mobile passes 1 billion downloads
Activision has revealed based on its internal numbers that Call of Duty: Mobile has been downloaded over 1 billion times.
Read MoreAtari 50's console-war expansion adds 19 more games on November 8
Atari and Digital Eclipse have revealed details of the The First Console War, an Atari 50 expansion that includes 19 more games and eight new video segments.
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Laptops (4)
Apple is changing how MacBook Pro speakers are replaced and it could make repairs cheaper
Replacing the speakers has long required replacing the top case, but that's about to change according to a memo seen by Macrumors.
Read MoreApple secretly included quantum dot tech in the M4 MacBook Pro's display
The M4 MacBook Pro has a hidden feature: quantum dot tech in the display. As such, the latest systems have an expanded color range and should deliver improved motion performance.
Read MoreApple MacBook Pro 14-inch and 16-inch review (2024): Brace yourself for M4 speed
Apple's MacBook Pros are better than ever thanks to its M4 chips, Thunderbolt 5 support and slightly brighter screens.
Read MoreChromeOS update makes it easier to avoid distractions
Google's ChromeOS M130 update is now making its way to Chromebooks.
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Lifestyle (1)
Holiday gift guide: Fill your Walmart cart with these top tech choices
Here are some of the best tech gifts you can buy at Walmart right now, from stocking stuffer gadgets to premium gear.
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Mobile (2)
Apple's latest Find My update makes it easier to find lost items
The beta version of Apple's iOS 18.2 is now available to the public, and it comes with the ability to share your lost item's location to strangers who could help you find it.
Read MoreThe EU is looking into Corning for alleged anti-competitive practices
The EU is investigating Corning, the company behind Gorilla Glass, for supposedly anti-competitive practices.
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Music (6)
What we’re listening to: Celeste Secret Hideaway and The Loop
Engadget editors and writers share what music they've been enjoying lately.
Read MoreThe 16 best gifts for music lovers
Shop our list of the best gifts for music lovers and musicians that are perfect for this holiday season.
Read MoreSpotify will now save your listening history for up to 90 days
Streaming app Spotify just announced a new tool that saves recent listens for up to 90 days. It's available to both free and Premium users.
Read MoreSpotify unveils a new payout model for creators with popular videos
Spotify's new Partner Program will allow content creators to earn money off their music and videos through ads or a subscription.
Read MoreThe coffee table book of Apple Music's Best 100 Albums will set you back $450
Apple has a history of eye-popping price tags, but the company is reaching new heights with a product that isn't even a gadget.
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News (54)
The Morning After: The best Black Friday deals of 2024
The biggest news stories this morning: The best Black Friday deals of 2024, A Horizon knock-off from Tencent, and more legal woes for Google.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Thread’s latest feature is stealing Bluesky’s starter packs idea
The biggest news stories this morning: Bluesky has a verification problem, Shuhei Yoshida is leaving PlayStation in January after three decades, The 50 Black Friday tech deals worth shopping right now.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Huawei launches its Android-free mobile OS
The biggest news stories this morning: Huawei attempts its own mobile OS, Uber tries offering coders for hire, The best Black Friday deals on gaming.
Read MoreFTC warns that companies don't disclose how long connected devices will be supported
The US Fair Trade Commission published a paper that found 89 percent of connected devices do not detail how long the item will receive software support.
Read MoreNoble Audio announces its most advanced earbuds yet, with five drivers per ear
Noble Audio just unveiled some seriously high-tech earbuds. The FoKus Rex5 earbuds feature five drivers per ear, which is likely the first time this has ever been done.
Read MoreRivian will likely receive $6.6 billion loan from the government to open its plant in Georgia
Rivian just announced the pending receipt of $6.6 billion from the US government as part of a loan. If this goes through, the company will finally open its long-promised Georgia factory.
Read MoreBang & Olufsen reveals its latest premium earbuds, the $499 Beoplay Eleven
Bang & Olufsen has revealed its latest set of earbuds, the Beoplay Eleven. The company claims that they boast the most advanced active noise cancellation tech of any earbuds to date.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Sony might make another handheld console
The biggest news stories this morning: The 45 Black Friday tech deals worth shopping right now, NVIDIA's new AI model Fugatto can create audio from text prompts, The best tech gifts and gadgets of 2024.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple makes it cheaper to repair its MacBook Pro speakers
The biggest news stories this morning: Hackers breach Andrew Tate's online 'university', Loop Switch 2 review, The 44 Black Friday tech deals worth shopping right now.
Read MoreTesla and Rivian have reached a ‘conditional’ settlement in lawsuit over trade secrets
Tesla filed a lawsuit against Rivian in 2020 accusing the company of poaching its employees with a goal of obtaining trade secrets.
Read MoreFellow Aiden review: A highly customizable pour-over coffee machine
Thanks to Fellow, there's finally an automatic drip coffee machine that actually delivers on its promise of hands-off pour-over quality brewing.
Read MoreHyundai recalls over 145,000 EVs in the US
Hyundai has recalled over 145,000 EVs in the US due to a loss of drive power. The recall includes certain IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 vehicles, among others.
Read MoreThe Morning After: It’s Black Friday!
The biggest news stories this morning: It's Black Friday, WhatsApp knows you hate voice messages, and Amazon could be facing a tough 2025.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Amazon’s got a 21-inch Echo Show
The biggest news stories this morning: There's a new Echo Show in town, we get you all the best Black Friday deals and Comcast's (kinda) ditching cable.
Read MoreWilliam Shatner’s Captain Kirk returns one last time in an eight-minute short film
Captain Kirk is back for one last trip around the endless void of space. This short film picks up where Star Trek: Generations left off.
Read MoreAmazon just launched the massive Echo Show 21 smart display
Amazon has surprise-released the gigantic Echo Show 21 wall-mountable smart display. It features better speakers than the pre-existing Echo Show 15 and a smart home hub.
Read MoreThe Morning After: DOJ wants Google to sell Chrome
The DOJ has plans for Chrome, the looming cultural juggernaut that is Minecraft and Sony finally clocks that the PlayStation Portal is missing a key feature.
Read MoreWhat is Sonos’ Sound Motion technology?
The Sound Motion technology inside of Sonos' Arc Ultra soundbar is a big boost for sound quality. Here's how it works.
Read MoreBlack Friday Samsung deals include the Music Frame Speaker for $150 off
Black Friday may still be weeks away, but if you were hoping to score a deal on Samsung's Music Frame, there's no need to wait until Thanksgiving.
Read MoreGermany says cut undersea data cables were sabotaged
Germany's defense minister believes that the undersea cables connecting Germany and Finland were sabotaged.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Get ready for Black Friday
Get all the early Black Friday deals, plus Trump picks the new FCC chief and who cut the undersea cables?
Read MoreIt might be time to say goodbye to Apple's lightning to 3.5mm jack adapter
It's sold out in most countries.
Read MoreThe best gifts to buy tea lovers in 2024
Shop our holiday picks for the best gifts and gadgets for tea lovers, chosen by the experts at Engadget.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on Apple’s M4 iMac
The biggest news stories this morning: Google now offers a standalone Gemini app on iPhone, The new Xbox ad campaign is confused about what an Xbox is, The Onion has bought Infowars.
Read MoreAmazon dropped a new Fire TV line just before Thanksgiving
Amazon just announced a new line of Fire TVs, the Omni Mini-LED series. These sets feature QLED Mini-LED displays and plenty of other perks.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Xbox considers a handheld gaming PC
The biggest news stories this morning: The best Resident Evil remake is coming to Apple devices, The Guardian is leaving X, Amazon Haul wants to be the new Temu.
Read MoreI’m kinda in awe of this goofy solar scooter
If your commute is modest, you might be able to run this thing on sunshine alone.
Read MoreHydrow just announced a new smart rowing machine, with no subscription required
Hydrow just announced a new smart rowing machine, with no subscription required. The Core can explore virtual destinations, but there's no instructor-led workouts.
Read MoreThe Morning After: LG’s new twisty display tech can stretch up to 50 percent
The biggest news stories this morning: Elon Musk will lead a new Department of Government Efficiency, Donald Trump says, The best MacBook for 2024: Which Apple laptop should you buy?
Read MoreApple could launch a smart home control center next year
Apple is rumored to be working on a new smart home product, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Read MoreChannel 4 in the UK now has a dedicated app for Apple Vision Pro
Channel 4 has become the first UK broadcaster to release a streaming app for Apple Vision Pro. The app lets people watch content "in a ground-breaking cinema style."
Read MoreCadillac reveals the 2026 Vistiq EV SUV
Cadillac's newest all-wheel drive, all-electric SUV will go on sale next summer.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple makes its iOS Find My features much more useful
The biggest news stories this morning: An Overwatch: Classic event takes fans back to the beginning, Amazon reportedly wants drivers to wear AR glasses for improved efficiency, Sonos Arc Ultra soundbar review.
Read MoreSonos Arc Ultra review: New tech powers a big audio upgrade
Sonos' latest premium soundbar relies on new technology to improve audio quality, and the upgrade delivers more than just a bass boost.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Nintendo sues pirated software streamer for millions
The biggest news stories this morning: Latest God of War Ragnarok patch tells the son to be quiet, Sony has sold 65 million PS5s, HTC Vive Focus Vision review.
Read MoreVolvo EV drivers can start using Tesla's Supercharger network this month
Volvo owners will soon be able to charge their EV at thousands more points with the rollout of Tesla Supercharger support.
Read MoreHTC Vive Focus Vision review: A premium VR headset with average performance
The Vive Focus Vision is a sleek premium standalone VR headset that can also deliver solid PC VR. But it's also running aging hardware, it's riddled with software issues and it's expensive compared to the Meta Quest 3.
Read MoreTSMC will reportedly stop making advanced AI chips for Chinese companies
TSMC has notified its Chinese customers that it will no longer make chips for them if they're 7 nanometers and smaller, according to the Financial Times.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on Apple’s M4 Mac mini
The biggest news stories this morning: Amazon's next video game TV project? Mass Effect, Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch and 16-inch review, PlayStation 5 Pro review.
Read MoreSiri might ignore commands spoken in Apple commercials soon
Voice assistants have a reputation for finicky activation, such as responding to their prompts that are spoken in an ad. Apple may have a fix for that in the works.
Read MoreNissan is laying off 9,000 workers and giving its CEO a pay cut
Nissan saw a noticeable drop in sales in China and the US.
Read MoreBlink's new Sync Module XR extends wireless range far beyond the standard version
The Blink Sync Module XR is now available for purchase. The device increases the wireless range for the Outdoor 4 security camera by up to 400 feet.
Read MoreStriking New York Times tech workers made their own versions of Wordle and Connections
The NYT tech workers who are currently on strike are asking readers not to play its games. So they made their own versions that people can play.
Read MoreMatter’s latest version will try to smooth out the smart home platform’s rough edges
Matter 1.4, the latest version of the beleaguered open smart home standard, is now available. Its Enhanced Multi-Admin feature aims for better interoperability between device ecosystems.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on the PS5 Pro
The biggest news stories this morning: Microsoft Notepad is getting infused with AI, Google accidentally leaked a preview of its Jarvis AI, Canada orders TikTok to shut down its business operations.
Read MoreStranger Things VR is coming to PS VR2 on December 5
Stranger Things VR used to be a Quest exclusive, but now it's coming to PS VR2. It'll be available on December 5.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Your Switch games will work on Nintendo’s next console
The biggest news stories this morning: Japan sent a wooden satellite to space, The Internet Archive's Wayback Machine is fully back in action with saving pages, Sony will discontinue its pricey camera drone.
Read MoreKia unveils two new EV designs, including a nifty modular van
Kia debuted two new concept vehicles at the Specialty Equipment Market Association show in Las Vegas today.
Read MoreThe Morning After: X now lets blocked users see your posts
The biggest news stories this morning: Kindle Paperwhite Signature (2024) review, Meta has a tool for catching teens who lie about their age on Instagram, Over 50 enhanced games will be available for PS5 Pro at launch.
Read MoreThe Morning After: FBI warns about fake election security videos
The biggest news stories this morning: Meta's Orion prototype hands-on, Amazon Prime's free games for November include Dishonored and Guardians of the Galaxy, Election 2024: What will the candidates do about the digital divide?
Read MorePolestar delivers the first US-made Polestar 3 EVs
The first American-made Polestar 3 SUVs have arrived in the US and Canada. The Inflation Reduction Act, signed by President Biden in 2022, encourages US automakers to produce EVs, providing tax credits for companies and buyers.
Read MoreMeater's Pro Duo keeps tabs on grill temps with two smart probes and Wi-Fi
Meater's latest smart cooking device comes with two probes and swaps Bluetooth for Wi-Fi.
Read MoreMeta’s Orion prototype offers a glimpse into our AR future
If you're excited, or even just a little curious, about the future of augmented reality, Meta's Orion prototype makes the most compelling case yet for the technology.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Nintendo made its own music streaming service
The biggest news stories this morning: Microsoft's Recall AI tool gets delayed again, Samsung could launch its extended reality wearable device next year, The next version of Android will arrive in early 2025.
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Nintendo (9)
CRKD's Nitro Deck+ keeps its best features and adds typical stick layout
The Nitro Deck+ is largely the same premise, a handheld deck for your Switch slate, no detachable Joy-Cons (and thus no drift) programmable buttons and more.
Read MoreThe latest Switch Online Expansion Pack update includes three classic Sega Genesis games
The ToeJam & Earl sequel Panic on Funkotron, VectorMan and MERCS are now available on the Nintendo Switch.
Read MoreThe Chinese version of the Nintendo Switch won’t be able to access the eShop in 2026
Chinese Nintendo Switch consoles will lose access to the Nintendo eShop in 2026.
Read MoreLife is Strange: Double Exposure comes to Nintendo Switch today
The digital version of Life is Strange: Double Exposure is now available for the Nintendo Switch.
Read MoreNintendo will show off 'Donkey Kong Country' theme park expansion at live event today
Nintendo is set to show off the Donkey Kong Country expansion of its Super Nintendo World theme park today (Monday, November 11) at 5PM ET.
Read MoreNintendo is suing a streamer of pirated software for millions of dollars
Nintendo has sued a streamer that it says has streamed gameplays of at least 10 different titles before they officially became available.
Read MoreNintendo Palworld lawsuit seeks $65,700 in damages
Nintendo and the Pokémon Company are seeking approximately $65,700 in compensation from their lawsuit against Palworld developer Pocketpair.
Read MoreYou'll be able to play your Nintendo Switch games on its successor
The Nintendo Switch 2 will have backwards compatibility, the company has announced.
Read MoreNintendo expects to sell fewer Switches than planned as new model looms
Nintendo was prepared to suck it up financially this year as sales of its aging Switch decline, but things are going a bit worse than it hoped.
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PC Gaming (16)
A new game from Tencent looks like a pretty blatant Horizon ripoff
Tencent subsidiary Polaris Quest has revealed a new game called Light of Motiram. But the sci-fi adventure appears to be a rip-off of Horizon Zero Dawn and Horizon Forbidden West.
Read MoreMicrosoft confirms Windows 11 24H2 update is crashing some Ubisoft games
The Windows 11 24H2 update has affected Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Assassin's Creed Origins, Assassin's Creed Odyssey, Star Wars Outlaws and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.
Read MoreSteam will force developers to be transparent about their season pass plans
This week, PC game platform Steam has rolled out support for the season pass approach to monetization.
Read MoreStrinova's 2D Stringify mechanic breathes some new life into hero shooters
The latest Strinova beta test impressed me so much that I'm looking forward to playing the game when it releases in a couple of days.
Read MoreI wish Blizzard loved Warcraft as much as I do
The Warcraft franchise deserves so much better than the two remasters Blizzard just released.
Read MoreValve celebrates Half-Life 2’s 20th anniversary with a big update
Valve has released a major update to mark the 20th anniversary of Half-Life 2, bringing a slew of improvements and new content.
Read MoreTwo early Unreal games are now permanently free via the Internet Archive
Unreal and Unreal Tournament are now free to download from the Internet Archive. Epic Games is said to have given its blessing for this positive step for game preservation.
Read MoreThe Rogue Prince of Persia gets a big update with ‘The Second Act’
Evil Empire promises more and bigger bosses and traps in its "Second Act" for The Rogue Prince of Persia.
Read MoreHere's a fresh look at the Half-Life 2 RTX remaster
Today, NVIDIA released a trailer giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at Orbifold Studios' efforts to apply more modern graphics tools to the iconic title.
Read MoreGOG's preservation label highlights classic games it's maintaining for modern hardware
GOG is launching an effort to help make older video games playable on modern hardware.
Read MoreWarcraft 1 and 2 Remastered are available right now for some retro RTS goodness
Blizzard just surprised us all by releasing remastered versions of the original Warcraft and its sequel. These versions offer multiple QoL improvements, hand-drawn graphics and more.
Read MoreRogue Point is a tactical shooter from the teams behind Worms and Black Mesa
Team17 and Crowbar Collective, the teams behind Worms and Black Mesa, are working on Rogue Point. This upcoming tactical FPS has rogue-lite elements.
Read MoreA white Steam Deck OLED can be yours for $679
After briefly offering a transparent Steam Deck OLED last year, Valve has announced its next limited edition variant featuring a bold new color: "white."
Read MoreNVIDIA will add a monthly playtime cap to GeForce Now starting next year
Starting January 1st, 2025, new GeForce Now subscribers will be able to play for up to 100 hours every month before they'll need to pay for additional playtime.
Read MoreHori’s officially licensed Steam controller comes to the US on December 16
Hori made an officially licensed Steam controller and it's coming to the US on December 16. The accessory will cost $60 and preorders are open via Amazon.
Read MoreAmazon Prime 'free' games for November include Dishonored and Guardians of the Galaxy
Amazon Prime members can claim a ton of PC games at no extra cost in November, including Dishonored, Guardians of the Galaxy, a Mafia remake, Super Meat Boy and Overcooked.
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PlayStation (16)
December's PS Plus monthly games include It Takes Two and Temtem
PlayStation just announced new games for PS Plus subscribers for the month of December. The titles include It Takes Two and Aliens: Dark Descent.
Read MoreShuhei Yoshida is leaving PlayStation in January after three decades
Sony's Shuhei Yoshida will retire after more than three decades. He will still remain in the gaming industry.
Read MoreSony is reportedly developing a new portable console
You wouldn't need a PlayStation to use it.
Read MoreSony’s cloud streaming makes the PlayStation Portal far more useful
Sony's cloud streaming makes the PlayStation Portal far more useful
Read MoreThe PlayStation Black Friday deals will cut 25 to 30 percent off PS Plus subscriptions
Sony hasn't dropped too many specifics about its Black Friday deals yet, but the sale will include PS Plus subscriptions, games and hardware.
Read MoreSony will trial cloud streaming for the PS5 Portal
Sony announced that it will run a beta test for cloud streaming on its PS5 Portal gaming handheld.
Read MoreLorelei and the Laser Eyes makes its way to PS4 and PS5 on December 3
Lorelei and the Laser Eyes will hit PlayStation 4 and PS5 on December 3, joining the game's existing versions on PC and Switch.
Read MoreiFixit’s PS5 Pro teardown reveals an easily replaceable CMOS battery
While the previous PS5 models made it difficult to get to the CMOS battery, iFixit found there's little standing in the way of it beneath the panels of the PS5 Pro.
Read MorePlayStation Plus Game Catalog additions for November include GTA V (again) and Dying Light 2
Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog additions for November. Highlights include Grand Theft Auto V, Dying Light 2: Stay Human, Overcooked! All You Can Eat and the first two Resistance games.
Read MoreSony is discontinuing its free PS5 PlayStation Camera adapter for PS VR
Sony will no longer offer a free adapter to connect a PlayStation Camera to a PS5. The accessory is required if you want to use the original PlayStation VR headset with the current console.
Read MoreGod of War Ragnarok for PS5 finally lets Kratos solve puzzles in peace
Ghosts of Sparta, you can now think in peace without your son reminding you how slow-witted you are. The latest console patch for God of War Ragnarok adds the PC port's option to tone down the boy's unsolicited advice when Kratos contemplates puzzles.
Read MoreSony has sold 65 million PS5s
Just after launching the PlayStation 5 Pro, Sony revealed that it has sold 65.5 million PlayStation 5s as of the end of Q2 2024.
Read MoreHere are all of the enhancements for Baldur’s Gate on PS5 Pro
The PS5 Pro hits store shelves today and with it the enhanced version of Baldur's Gate 3. This update includes an improved multiplayer mode and more graphical customization options.
Read MoreNo Man's Sky gets cross-platform saves and PS5 Pro enhancements
Hello Games has rolled out cross-saves and cross-plays for No Man's Sky. It has also released an enhanced version of the game for the PS5 Pro.
Read MorePlayStation 5 Pro review: A superpowered $700 console for gamers who won't buy a PC
The PlayStation 5 Pro is the most powerful console ever made, but you'll pay dearly for its performance. Thanks to a faster GPU, it finally delivers 4K and 60 fps performance for PlayStation gamers, with a dash of new ray tracing features.
Read MoreSony announces more than 50 enhanced games available for PS5 Pro at launch
The PS5 Pro comes out in just a few days and Sony has outlined all of the games that will offer enhanced versions at launch. This totals more than 50 titles.
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Reviews (3)
Engadget review recap: An iMac, a coffee maker and an Amazon tablet
A roundup of the reviews and previews by the Engadget team over the last two weeks.
Read MoreEngadget review recap: Two new Macs, the PS5 Pro and more
Catch up on all of the in-depth gadget reviews we've written over the last week.
Read MoreEngadget review recap: Amazon's colorful Kindle, DJI's latest action cam and more
Catch up on all of the in-depth gadget reviews we've written over the last week.
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Science (3)
Chemists have created the world's thinnest spaghetti
Researchers led by scientists from the University College London have done what celebrity chefs and Italian nonnas could only dream of: they've made the world's thinnest spaghetti.
Read MoreNeuralink gets approval to start human trials in Canada
Neuralink's first clinical trials outside the US will take place in Canada.
Read MoreShell wins appeal in Dutch court after three-year battle against green groups
Shell wins an appeal in Dutch court after a legal battle against climate activists lasting for three years.
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Smartphones (7)
Casetify's latest AirPods case is a giant Gundam head
Casetify has launched a collection based on the Japanese mecha anime franchise, Gundam.
Read MoreHuawei launches its Android-free OS
With launch of its Mate 70 and foldable Mate X6 smartphones, Huawei unveiled its latest mobile OS that no longer uses any Android open-source code.
Read MoreGoogle now offers a standalone Gemini app on iPhone
Google now offers a dedicated Gemini AI app on iPhone.
Read MoreGoogle's live scam detection for phone calls is now out for Pixel devices
Pixel users can now use Google's live scam detection tool for phone calls, as long as they're part of the Phone by Google beta program.
Read MoreChrome for iOS now lets you add text to Google Lens visual searches
If you use Chrome on your iPhone, you'll soon see some new features from the Android version. Google Lens lets you add text to image searches, you can save files direcly to Google Drive and Photos and new "Shopping Insights" for browsing products will show data and (presumably) give Google some extra kickbacks.
Read MoreGoogle’s November Pixel update is rolling out
The November update for Google Pixel devices running Android 15 is rolling out now. It includes bug fixes and the latest security patches.
Read MoreNew Apple repair program will fix iPhone 14 Plus' rear camera issue for free
Apple has launched a new repair program to fix iPhone 14 Plus models that may exhibit no preview when you use their rear cameras.
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Social Media (32)
Starter Packs are the latest Bluesky feature that Threads is going to shamelessly adopt
It looks like Threads is readying a new feature based on Bluesky's Starter Packs. Thread's version will be hand-curated lists of suggested users to help newcomers find people to follow.
Read MoreBluesky has a verification problem
The influx of new users to Bluesky has opened up new opportunities for scammers and impersonators hoping to capitalize on the attention.
Read MoreX says The Onion can’t have Alex Jones’ Infowars accounts
X claims in court filings that it still owns Infowars' X accounts and can't be sold without its permission.
Read MoreThreads just announced it had more than 35 million signups in November
Threads just announced that it had more than 35 million signups in November. Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri dropped a number of 15 million in the middle of the month.
Read MoreInstagram DMs have a new location-sharing feature
Instagram enhanced its DM features. You can now share your live location with friends for meetups, add nicknames in chats and share over 300 new stickers.
Read MoreThreads' latest test will finally let you make the ‘following’ feed the default
Threads is experimenting with allowing users to set the non-algorithmic "following" feed as the default, Mark Zuckerberg shared in a post.
Read MoreLinkedIn is killing the standalone live audio feature you probably forgot about
LinkedIn will no longer support native audio events beginning next month, the company said in an update.
Read MoreThreads is testing out advanced search features and AI summaries for trending topics
Meta is testing out improvements to its search and trending topics feature in updates that Adam Mosseri described as "long-overdue improvements."
Read MoreThreads will prioritize accounts you follow instead of randos
Threads updated its algorithm to make sure its stay ahead of growing platforms like Bluesky.
Read MoreMeta says it’s taken down 2 million accounts linked to ‘pig butchering’ scams
Meta said it has taken down more than 2 million accounts associated with such scams this year and that its effort to work with other companies to take down fraudsters has had some success.
Read MoreAustralia introduces a bill that would ban children under 16 from social media
The proposed bill, supported by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, could fine companies up to AUD$49.5 million ($32.2 million) for violations.
Read MoreWhatsApp adds voice message transcripts
Designed for loud environments (or people who prefer reading over listening), they remain encrypted and private.
Read MoreMeta's latest features for Messenger Calling include AI backgrounds
Now you can add AI backgrounds, make HD video calls and leave video and audio messages.
Read MoreThreads rolls out its custom feeds tool after a quick testing phase
Threads is already rolling out custom feeds to users. It began testing the feature last week.
Read MoreUK government will summon Elon Musk as part of social media inquiry
The UK government is expected to launch a parliamentary inquiry into the roll of social media in summer riots, particularly around the use of generative AI.
Read MoreX adds Twitch to its advertising boycott lawsuit
X updated its federal lawsuit to include Twitch along with companies like Mars and CVS.
Read MoreBluesky hits 20 million users
Bluesky has reached a new milestone as the decentralized service gains momentum.
Read MoreInstagram will let you ‘reset’ your recommendations
Meta is testing a new feature that will allow users to reset the algorithmic suggestions that power the app's feed, Reels and Explore section.
Read MoreAmerica’s ‘news influencers’ skew conservative, Pew report finds
A new report from Pew Research and the Knight Foundation offers a more complete picture of what the growing crop of "news influencers" on social media believe.
Read MoreThe Onion won the auction for Infowars and was given ‘clear next steps to complete the sale,’ CEO says
Onion CEO Ben Collins posted a thread on Bluesky and X reiterating that The Onion won the auction for Infowars, and said a court date has been set for a week from Monday.
Read MoreThe suddenly hot Bluesky says it won’t train AI on your posts
Bluesky, which has surged after the US election, announced on Friday that it won't train generative AI on users' posts. Bluesky's announcement coincided with X's new terms of service that enable just that.
Read MoreADL’s report on racist Steam Community posts prompts a letter from Virginia senator
The Democratic Senator wants to know what Valve intends to do to stop anti-Semitic and violent content.
Read MoreReporters Without Borders says it’s pressing charges against X
Reporters Without Borders said it's pressing charges against X for its role in a Kremlin-backed disinformation campaign spreading fake news about Ukraine.
Read MoreMeta is testing custom feeds for Threads
Threads is starting to test a feature that allows users to pin topic-based feeds to the home screen of the app.
Read MoreSnapchat will let parents track their kids through Family Center
Snapchat is adding new location tracking abilities to its parental control features.
Read MoreBluesky surges to 15 million users after getting a million sign-ups in one week
Bluesky just passed the 15 million user mark after adding more than a million new users over the last week, the company said in an update.
Read MoreMeta will reportedly bring ads to Threads as soon as January
Meta is now planning to bring ads to its newest app "early next year" with the first ads arriving in January of 2025, according to a new report in The Information.
Read MoreResearcher's 'unfollow everything' lawsuit against Meta gets dismissed
A lawsuit from a researcher who tried to develop a browser extension for Facebook called "Unfollow Everything 2.0" has been dismissed.
Read MoreYou can now post tracks to TikTok from Spotify and Apple Music
TikTok is all about the tunes, and the social network has added integrations to directly post audio from streaming services.
Read MoreMeta details 'adult classifier' tool for catching teens who lie about their age on Instagram
Meta has shared more information about how it plans to use AI to catch teens who lie about their age on Instagram.
Read MoreX now lets blocked users see your posts
Elon Musk's X has implemented a controversial change to the block function first announced in September.
Read MoreInstagram reorganizes message requests for creators
Instagram's newest update for creators adds special filters for direct messages and requests.
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Space (5)
T-Mobile and SpaceX's satellite-to-phone service gets FCC approval
T-Mobile and SpaceX's Starlink announced a satellite-to-phone service that's supposed to eliminate 'dead zones' back in 2022. Now, the FCC has granted their teamup a conditional approval.
Read MoreNASA just released a stunning new image of the Sombrero galaxy captured by the JWST
The James Webb Space Telescope just captured a gorgeous image of the Sombrero galaxy. This cluster now looks more like an archery target than any kind of hat.
Read MoreRocket Lab gets up to $23.9 million in CHIPS funding for space-grade solar cells
Rocket Lab and BAE Systems are the latest companies to secure CHIPS and Science Act funding. The Commerce Department says they'll boost production of chips that are critical to space and national security programs.
Read MoreNASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory is laying off 325 more workers
NASA's JPL is having around round of layoffs due to budget constraints.
Read MoreJapan just sent the world’s first wooden satellite to space
A Japanese company just built a wooden satellite and sent it to space in order to test the material's durability. This could pave the way to more space-based structures made from wood.
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Streaming (14)
How to watch the Kansas City Chiefs vs Las Vegas Raiders Black Friday NFL game
Want to watch a bit of football while you shop the best Black Friday deals?
Read MoreDrake accuses UMG of using bots and conspiring with Spotify to make Not Like Us go viral
Drake says the popularity of Not Like Us was artificially inflated with the help of bots and Spotify.
Read MoreSpotify expands its audiobook library via a deal with publisher Bloomsbury
Spotify is expanding its audiobook selection thanks to a deal with publisher Bloomsbury.
Read MoreSpotify drops a bunch of new tools for audiobooks, including a sleep timer
Spotify just released a handful of new features for audiobook listeners. These include a sleep timer, dedicated playlists and a whole lot more.
Read MoreThe NBA will air a Christmas Day game with Disney characters
ESPN+, Disney+ and ESPN2 will air a special "Dunk the Halls" broadcast of the Spurs vs. Knicks NBA game on Christmas Day.
Read MoreStar Wars: Visions Volume 3 is coming in 2025
Disney has announced Star Wars: Visions Volume 3, which is set to debut next year.
Read MoreAmazon Music Unlimited subscribers can now borrow audiobooks from Audible's library
Amazon Music Unlimited subscribers in the US, UK and Canada can now listen to one audiobook from Audible's library a month at no extra cost.
Read MorePBS programming is coming to Prime Video
Amazon and PBS have entered a partnership that will bring content from the public media operation to Prime Video.
Read MoreApple and A24 are developing a Sam Bankman-Fried movie written by Lena Dunham
Apple and art house film company A24 are in early development on film about convicted crypto scammer Sam Bankman-Fried with a script written by Lena Dunham.
Read MoreAmazon sunsets Freevee platform for ad-supported streaming video
Amazon is closing down Freevee. The ad-supported video on demand service will be phased out over the coming weeks.
Read MoreMax is about to crack down on password sharing
Reports indicate that Max is about the crack down on password sharing, just like every other major streamer. This information comes from an earnings call.
Read MoreAmazon will now use AI to recap what you're watching
Amazon just unveiled X-Ray Recaps for Prime Video. This AI toolset will recap shows and movies that people are watching.
Read MoreNetflix is removing much of its interactive content
Netflix is removing a whole lot of its interactive content. Some titles, like Bandersnatch, survived and will continue on via the platform.
Read MoreApple just approved another app that streams pirated movies and TV shows
Apple accidentally let a disguised illegal streaming app through, and it's now still on the App Store.
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Tablets (4)
Black Friday deals include reMarkable 2 bundles for $89 off
If you've been eyeing the reMarkable 2 for a while, now is a great time to buy the E Ink tablet.
Read MoreAmazon Fire HD 8 (2024) review: A cheap tablet hampered by outdated software
The newest Amazon Fire HD 8 adds more RAM and some new AI features for a still-dirt-cheap price, but Fire OS remains as messy as ever.
Read MoreAmazon will fix the Kindle Colorsoft's yellow display discoloration
Amazon says it is fixing the Kindle Colorsoft's discoloration issue. Those who have an affected unit can request a refund or replacement.
Read MoreKindle Paperwhite Signature (2024) review: A luxurious reading experience
The new Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is a remarkably premium ereader, but is it worth $90 more than the standard Kindle?
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Transportation (10)
The FTC is investigating Uber for its subscription policies
Bloomberg reported that the Federal Trade Commission is investigating complaints about Uber's subscription program.
Read MoreInvestigators say a Chinese ship’s crew deliberately dragged its anchor to cut undersea data cables
European investigators believe a Chinese-owned commercial ship deliberately dragged its anchor to sabotage the two undersea telecommunications cables cut in the Baltic Sea earlier this month. Western law enforcement suspects Russian intelligence was behind the operation.
Read MoreLondon is taking action against reckless e-bike parking
Transport for London is increasing pressure on operators like Lime to enforce compliance.
Read MoreUber’s new XXL rides will have extra room for your big-ass suitcase
Uber's new holiday features include rides with extra trunk space for airport travel. The company is also adding a third shuttle route to and from LaGuardia.
Read MoreGM's Cruise will pay a $500,000 fine for submitting a false accident report
GM's robotaxi unit Cruise has agreed to pay a $500,000 for submitting a false accident report.
Read MoreWaymo's driverless cars in LA County are now available to everyone
Waymo just announced that it has expanded its driverless ride service One throughout Los Angeles. Riders will be able to travel anywhere within LA county.
Read MoreRideshare drivers in Massachusetts can unionize without being full-time employees
Massachusetts has passed a statewide ballot initiative that gives rideshare drivers the opportunity to unionize while remaining independent contractors.
Read MoreLyft is partnering with Mobileye and introducing more autonomous vehicles in 2025
Lyft will partner with autonomous vehicle companies Mobileye, May Mobility and Nexar while introducing self-driving taxis in 2025.
Read MoreSony will discontinue its pricey Airpeak S1 camera drone in March
Sony announced that it will stop selling the Airpeak S1 camera drone next March.
Read MoreAmazon begins drone delivers to Phoenix, provided the weather is favorable
Amazon has started making deliveries by drone to customers in Phoenix, Arizona. There are 50,000 products to choose from, but they must weigh five pounds or less.
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TV & Movies (9)
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew will now premiere on Disney+ on December 2
There's a new Star Wars: Skeleton Crew trailer and it's heavy on the 1980s vibes. It airs on Disney+ starting on December 2.
Read MoreFirst trailer for A Minecraft Movie delivers on iconic in-game moments
A Minecraft Movie has dropped its first full-length trailer today, expanding on the blocky world hinted at by the teaser released in September.
Read MoreAnimated video game anthology show Secret Level sure looks pretty
Amazon has released a new trailer for Secret Level, a Prime Video series that tells stories set in the worlds of notable video games. It will debut on December 10.
Read MoreNetflix’s ad tier has attracted more than 70 million subscribers
Netflix has stated that its recently-launched ad tier has added more than 70 million users throughout the world. This is some serious growth.
Read MoreA Wicked 4DX ad is now playing in select theaters
We'll let you make your own decisions about 4DX.
Read MoreA TV show about EA Sports' Madden games hits Prime Video on November 26
Prime Video just announced a November 26 premiere date for It's in the Game: Madden NFL. This four-part docuseries will explore the history behind gaming's most popular football franchise.
Read MoreAndor season two will hit Disney+ in April
Disney has revealed that the second season of Andor will premiere on April 22 on Disney+. The Star Wars show acts as a prequel to Rogue One.
Read MoreAmazon is making a Mass Effect television show
BioWare had told Mass Effect fans to expect a quiet N7 day without any updates on the new game in the works, but there is still some exciting news for the franchise today.
Read MoreHere’s a cool trailer for Scavengers Reign season two, which will likely never happen
There will likely never be a second season of Scavengers Reign, but the creators made a trailer for it anyways. Netflix and Max have both passed on continuing the sci-fi classic.
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VPN (1)
Proton's VPN app now works natively on Windows ARM devices
Proton's VPN app will be among the first to work natively on Windows ARM PCs, the company announced.
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Wearables (3)
Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses are 20 percent off for Black Friday
If you've been curious to try Meta's Smart Glasses but their $329 price has put you off from buying a pair, now is a great time to make the plunge.
Read MoreMEMS drivers are coming to open-wear devices like XR glasses, smart watches and earbuds
The company behind the "sound from ultrasound" micro speakers, xMEMS Labs, is taking aim at open-fit earbuds, AR glasses and smart watches with its new Sycamore driver.
Read MoreApple’s next AirTag is coming in 2025 with privacy improvements
In this week's Power On newsletter, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that it may be harder to remove the speaker from the next AirTag.
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Xbox (7)
Microsoft is taking away the Xbox Avatar Editor
Microsoft has quietly announced the end of an era, with the Xbox Avatar Editor going away early next year.
Read MoreAvowed preview: Classic Obsidian fantasy on a AAA budget
Avowed is poised to provide top-tier dialogue trees and rich worldbuilding, courtesy of Fallout: New Vegas, The Outer Worlds and Pentiment studio Obsidian Entertainment.
Read MoreYou can now stream some Xbox games you own, but you still need Game Pass Ultimate
Game Pass Ultimate members can now stream select games that they own through Xbox Cloud Gaming. The feature is available on TVs, Meta Quest VR headsets, phones, tablets and PCs.
Read MoreThe new Xbox ad campaign is confused about what an Xbox is
Microsoft, do you need help? Don't be afraid to ask.
Read MoreDeath Stranding unexpectedly hits Xbox Series X/S
Hideo Kojima's Death Stranding is suddenly available on Xbox Series X/S as well as Amazon Luna+. To mark the game's fifth anniversary, it's on sale on many platforms too.
Read MoreYou'll soon be able to play Halo 2's iconic E3 demo in honor of its 20th anniversary
Halo 2's iconic E3 demo will be available as a free mod for the Halo: The Master Chief Collection on Steam starting on November 9.
Read MoreThe first Game Pass additions for November include Flight Simulator 2024 and Metal Slug Tactics
Flight Simulator 2024 headlines the first batch of Game Pass additions for November. Other newcomers include Metal Slug Tactics and Goat Simulator Remastered.
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