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Samsung's 9100 PRO SSD line includes its first 8TB NVMe model for consumers
Its PCIe 5.0 speeds sound impressive on paper but are overkill for most people.
Read MoreASUS' new mouse has a built-in aromatic oil diffuser
ASUS has launched a new mouse that comes with an built-in fragrance compartment that can be filled with aromatic essential oils.
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AI (57)
$20 a month for an AI chatbot? In this economy??
Amazon's asking price for Alexa+ makes no sense — unless you assume it just means Prime is going to get a lot more expensive soon.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: iPhone 16e review and Amazon's AI-powered Alexa+
In this episode, Devindra chats with Cherlynn about her iPhone 16e review and try to figure out who this phone is actually for.
Read MoreMTA strapped Google Pixels to subway cars to spot track defects
The phones identified 92 percent of issues found by inspectors.
Read MoreMicrosoft launches native Mac app for Copilot
Microsoft is making its Copilot AI assistant available as a Mac app.
Read MoreOpenAI's new GPT-4.5 model is a better, more natural conversationalist
According to OpenAI, GPT-4.5 is its largest and best model for chat yet, but the model won't be available to free users.
Read MoreEverything announced at Amazon's Alexa+ AI event
Amazon's first major event of the year was all about Alexa+, a premium upgrade for its voice assistant.
Read MoreAlexa+ is a smarter, more conversational AI version of Amazon's digital assistant
Following years of development, Amazon's next-generation digital assistant is ready for public use.
Read MoreNearly all UK undergrads use AI in their studies, according to a new report
Use rose tremendously from last year.
Read MoreAlibaba offers free access to its AI model that can generate realistic video and images
Alibaba is giving people free access to its generative artificial intelligence models that can produce highly realistic videos and images.
Read MoreMicrosoft Copilot offers Voice and o1-powered Think Deeper for free
Microsoft announced that it is making some features available for free in its Copilot AI assistant.
Read MoreOpenAI expands Deep Research to all paying ChatGPT users
OpenAI has begun rolling out ChatGPT's new Deep Research feature to all paying ChatGPT users.
Read MoreUK creatives protest AI copyright law changes with silent album and campaign
The song titles together spell out "The British government must not legalise music theft to benefit AI companies."
Read MoreEducational tech company Chegg sues Google over AI Overviews
Ed-tech company Chegg has sued Google claiming that AI summaries of search results drawn from Chegg's own IP has hurt its traffic and revenue.
Read MoreAnthropic’s new Claude model can think both fast and slow
The new version of Claude can both answer a question nearly instantaneously or take its time to work through it step-by-step.
Read MoreEach second of Google’s Veo 2 AI video footage will cost 50 cents
Google's Veo 2 AI costs users 50 cents to generate a second of footage.
Read MoreOpenAI bans Chinese accounts using ChatGPT to edit code for social media surveillance
A campaign with likely affiliations with China saw a company attempt to use ChatGPT to edit code for a social media surveillance tool.
Read MoreChatGPT's AI agent Operator is now available for most Pro users
ChatGPT Pro users can now access Operator in Australia, Brazil, Canada, India, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, and the UK.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Hello $599 iPhone 16e, RIP iPhone SE
Well we didn't get the iPhone SE fourth-gen this week — instead Apple debuted the iPhone 16e, a $599 model based on the iPhone 14's design.
Read MoreChatGPT reaches 400M weekly active users
ChatGPT has surpassed 400 million weekly active users, doubling its count from August 2024.
Read MoreWhy OpenAI is trying to untangle its 'bespoke' corporate structure
OpenAI's for-profit plan is confusing. Here we try to break down what it might mean for the company and its mission of creating AGI that benefits all of humanity.
Read MorexAI's Grok 3 is available for free to everyone 'for a short time'
Grok 3 is available for free "for a short time," according to xAI founder Elon Musk.
Read MoreThe Humane AI Pin debacle is a reminder that AI alone doesn’t make a compelling product
It's no surprise that Humane crashed and burned. It's a cautionary tale for other companies that you need way more than AI to make a good product.
Read MoreGoogle Lens for iPhone now lets you draw to do visual searches
Chrome and Google app users on iPhone can now draw, highlight or tap on text and images to carry out a visual search of what they see in front of them.
Read MoreMicrosoft trained an AI model on a game no one played
Microsoft has published new research in the journal Nature detailing Muse, a generative AI model capable of outputting game visuals and controller inputs.
Read MoreAll of Humane's AI pins will stop working in 10 days
AI hardware startup Humane has given its users just ten (10!) days notice that their Pins will be disconnected. The AI startup is discontinuing its AI Pin and selling out to HP.
Read MoreMeta just scheduled a generative AI conference called LlamaCon for April 29
Meta just announced a conference dedicated to generative AI called LlamaCon. The event will take place on April 29.
Read MorexAI launches Grok 3 AI, claiming it is capable of 'human reasoning'
xAI has launched Grok 3, with some models capable of human-like reasoning.
Read MoreSouth Korea pauses downloads of DeepSeek AI over privacy concerns
South Korea has blocked Chinese AI app DeepSeek downloads until the company complies with local data protection laws.
Read MorePerplexity has its own ‘Deep Research’ tool now too
Perplexity is the latest company to introduce a "Deep Research" tool for AI search.
Read MoreOpenAI's board 'unanimously' rejects Elon Musk's $97.4 billion takeover bid
A group of investors led by Musk's xAI submitted an unsolicited bid to OpenAI's board of directors on Monday.
Read MoreThe Guardian is the latest news organization to partner with OpenAI
As part of the deal, reporting from The Guardian will appear in ChatGPT.
Read MoreApple could roll out AI features for iPhones in China as early as May
Apple Intelligence could be available in China as early as May, according to Bloomberg.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: What's up, DOGE? Diving into Elon Musk's hack on America
We joked about "President Musk" shortly after Donald Trump took office, but it turns out that wasn't far from the truth.
Read MoreGemini Advanced can now recall your past conversations to inform its responses
Starting today, Google's Gemini's chatbot will recall past chats to provide more useful responses.
Read MoreMajor publishers sue AI startup Cohere over copyright infringement
Politico, The Atlantic and other publishers are suing an AI startup called Cohere for copyright and trademark infringement. The goal of the suit is to "establish the terms of the playing field for licensed use of journalism for AI."
Read MoreBaidu is making its AI assistant ERNIE Bot free to use starting on April 1
With the rivals such as DeepSeek seeing rapid user adoption, Baidu is lifting the paywall on its AI assistant ERNIE Bot.
Read MoreOpenAI will offer free ChatGPT users unlimited access to GPT-5
OpenAI newly revealed roadmap includes details on GPT-4.5 and GPT-5.
Read MoreGoogle will use machine learning to try and tell if a user is under 18
The model, which will also be used for other Google products, will estimate the account owner's age and apply under-18 restrictions if needed.
Read MoreAdobe’s Firefly generative AI video app is now in public beta
You can now try Adobe's Firefly generative AI app without waiting.
Read MoreGoogle I/O 2025 kicks off on May 20
Google has set the date for its next I/O developer conference.
Read MoreEU will put over $200 billion toward AI development
The investment follows recent pushes from the US and China.
Read MoreFrance pledges to build one gigawatt of new nuclear to speed up its AI ambitions
Private investments are also providing France with over $100 million for its AI ecosystem.
Read MoreMeta and UNESCO team up to improve translation AI
Meta has partnered with UNESCO on a new plan to improve translation and speech recognition AI.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Volvo Group’s CTO on his vision for zero-emission trucks
This week, Devindra chats with Volvo Group CTO Lars Stenqvist about the company's progress developing zero emissions trucks, both of the electric variety and experimental hydrogen options.
Read MoreUS lawmakers want DeepSeek banned from government devices
U.S. Representatives Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) and Darin LaHood (R-IL) plan to introduce the "No DeepSeek on Government Devices Act." A security expert revealed hidden code that sends data to a state-owned Chinese company.
Read MoreOpenAI co-founder John Schulman has left Anthropic after less than a year
OpenAI co-founder John Schulman joined Anthropic last summer, and is now on the move again.
Read MoreGoogle's Magic Editor will watermark its AI-tweaked photos
SynthID watermarks will now be on images made using the Reimagine feature.
Read MoreDeepSeek limits model access due to overwhelming server demand
DeepSeek said it would temporarily limit access to its application programming interface service in response to a shortage of server capacity.
Read MoreLyft uses Anthropic's Claude chatbot to handle customer complaints
Lyft is partnering Anthropic to bring the startup's tech to its platform, starting with the customer care agent riders can access through the Lyft app.
Read MoreWorkday lays off 1,750 employees, citing demand for AI
It's the latest in a series of similar decisions by big tech companies, like Google and Amazon.
Read MoreChatGPT Search no longer requires an OpenAI account to use
After first launching last fall to subscribers, ChatGPT Search is now available to everyone, with no account signup necessary.
Read MoreGoogle now thinks it's OK to use AI for weapons and surveillance
Google has edited its AI Principles to remove commitments the company made to not use the technology in weapons or surveillance.
Read MoreVerizon is adding Google One AI Premium as a perk for some customers
The Google One AI Premium plan usually costs $20, but Verizon customers can get it for $10.
Read MoreWhatsApp brings image and voice inputs to its ChatGPT integration
WhatsApp has added a few more ways to interact with ChatGPT inside its app.
Read MoreAdobe's Acrobat AI Assistant can now assess contracts for you
Adobe has updated the Acrobat AI Assistant with the ability to understand contracts.
Read MoreChatGPT's Deep Research tool can create reports from hundreds of online sources
Following the release of o3-mini, OpenAI announced on Sunday Deep Research, a new agentic tool for ChatGPT.
Read MoreOpenAI announces surprise ‘Deep Research’ stream tonight
OpenAI posted on X that it will be hosting a livestream from Tokyo starting at 7PM ET (4PM PT/ 9AM JST).
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Amazon Alexa+ event liveblog: New AI services and more
Engadget's live of the event, where you can get up-to-date coverage of the news as it happens.
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Apps (17)
Flashes, an Instagram alternative based on Bluesky, is available for iPhones now
Flashes, a photo and video sharing app built on Bluesky, is available to download from the App Store now.
Read MoreMeta confirms Instagram issue that's flooding users with violent and sexual Reels
Meta says it's fixing the error showing Reels "that should not have been recommended."
Read MoreThe dream of PictoChat on the Nintendo DS lives on in this iMessage app
PicoChat is an iMessage app that recreates the classic messaging tool pre-installed on the Nintendo DS.
Read MoreDoorDash to settle New York lawsuit over misleading tipping practices by paying $17 million
DoorDash has reached an agreement with the New York Attorney General over an old practice wherein the company used customers' tips to subsidize its drivers' pay.
Read MoreA new Adobe Photoshop app is coming to iPhones
Adobe has launched a brand new Photoshop app for iPhones, which it says was built from the ground up.
Read MoreApple is adding tens of thousands of recipes to News+
Apple is bringing recipes and more food-related stories to the News+ service.
Read MoreUber accuses DoorDash of anti-competitive practices in a lawsuit
Uber is suing DoorDash, accusing the biggest food delivery provider in the US of threatening to raise restaurants' commission rates if they also use Uber Eats.
Read MoreMyFitnessPal is going to let AI play your nutrionist
MyFitnessPal is adding an AI-powered meal planning tool to its app based on tech it acquired from a startup called Intent.
Read MoreThe Weather Channel app can show how likely you are to get specific snowfall amounts
The Weather Channel app shows how likely you are to get specific amounts of now, making it easier to plan for a big storm.
Read MoreApple finally lets you move your digital purchases to another account
It's only a one-way system.
Read MoreApple and Google adopt Gulf of America for US Maps users
The Geographic Names Information System has updated the Gulf of Mexico's name to Gulf of America. So, Google Maps has applied the new name for users in the US.
Read MoreTikTok advises Android users in the US to sideload the app
TikTok made Android Package Kits available for download through its official web site.
Read MoreHow to use Apple Invites to plan your next event
You can create an event invitation in Apple Invites on an iPhone running iOS 18 or the iCloud website if you pay for iCloud+.
Read MoreUSPS backtracks on suspending packages from China
The United States Postal Service backtracked on its decision to stop accepting inbound parcels from China and Hong Kong following the US government's decision to end import tax exemptions and to add a 10 percent tariff on Chinese goods.
Read MoreApple Invites is a new iPhone app to manage your social life
Apple Invites is a new iPhone app that allows you to create custom invitations for any event or occasion. Users can collaborate on shared photo and video albums; and create party playlists together.
Read MoreOpera's new Air browser will encourage you take breaks from the internet
Opera Air is Opera's new browser designed around mindfulness. It includes binaural beats, breathing exercises and meditation to help with stress.
Read MoreApple is ‘deeply concerned’ about AltStore’s porn app
Apple says it's "deeply concerned" after a porn app called Hot Tub launched in the third-party AltStore.
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The BBC Radiophonic Workshop's archive is now available to sample
The archive of the BBC Radiophonic Workshop, an early innovator in electronic music, is being made available to the public for the first name.
Read MoreSonos will cut 'about 200' jobs in restructuring
Sonos is embarking on a restructuring plan that will eliminate about 200 positions at the company.
Read MoreThe 10 best things I saw at NAMM
The 2025 NAMM Show is over. Here are the 10 things that grabbed my attention the most.
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Skype will take its final curtain (and video) call May 5
Microsoft is shutting the program down for good.
Read MoreSEC says meme coins are not subject to federal securities laws
Meme coins are not securities and, hence, aren't subject to federal laws regulating the financial instruments, the SEC said.
Read MoreIndonesia might lift its iPhone ban for $1 billion
The country banned Apple's latest iPhone in October.
Read MoreApple plans to invest $500 billion in the US over the next four years
The investment, which also includes hiring 20,000 workers, is a slight uptick from domestic investments announced in 2021.
Read MoreThe SEC is dropping an investigation into Robinhood
In another sign that the government will be friendlier toward the cryptocurrency industry during the Trump administration, the SEC said it won't move forward with any enforcement action in a case against Robinhood.
Read MoreApple disables iCloud's Advanced Data Protection feature in the UK
In an unprecedented move, Apple has disabled iCloud's ADP feature in the UK.
Read MoreCoinbase says Trump’s SEC has ended its enforcement case against the crypto company
Coinbase has announced that the SEC under President Trump has put an end to legal actions regarding an allegation that the company ran an unregistered security exchange. The commission still has to put it to a vote.
Read MoreAmazon is shutting down its third-party Android app store
The Amazon Appstore will no longer be available on Android as of August 20, 2025.
Read MoreX temporarily blocked users from sharing links to Signal
Federal workers are relying on the encrypted messaging service to report misdoings alongside significant firings.
Read MoreEU might impose further regulation on WhatsApp
It saw an increase in open channel users last year.
Read MoreMeta is reportedly working on humanoid robots that help with chores
The company sees its work in AI and AR as giving it a leg up in the nascent field. It eventually wants to build the platform that other companies use in their hardware — essentially, the Android of androids.
Read MoreMeta confirms it's building its own subsea cable
Meta's Project Waterworth subsea cable will connect five major continents and enable high-speed connectivity for "AI innovation."
Read MoreInvestigation finds Match Group failed to act on reports of sexual assault
It owns Tinder, Hinge, OkCupid and more.
Read MoreRoblox, Discord, OpenAI and Google found new child safety group
Robust Open Online Safety Tools (ROOST) is a new organization founded by Roblox, Discord, Google and OpenAI to build open-source online safety tools.
Read MoreTrump drops his appeal in legal battle over 2021 Twitter ban
Trump sued Twitter back in 2021 (before it became X) after his account was suspended "due to the risk of further incitement of violence" following the January 6 riot at the Capitol.
Read MoreUK officials are reportedly demanding backdoor access to Apple iCloud accounts
UK officials have ordered Apple to create a backdoor that would allow them to see what users worldwide have saved on their iCloud accounts, according to The Washington Post.
Read MoreGoogle is reportedly changing course on its diversity initiatives, too
Google, like Meta, is reportedly deprioritizing diversity to avoid legal blowback in the current political climate.
Read MoreOntario un-cancels its Starlink contract after trade war ceasefire
Ontario premier Doug Ford has un-cancelled a contract with Starlink. This happened after a 30-day pause in the trade war with Canada was agreed to.
Read MoreSamsung leader cleared of fraud charges after winning appeal
Samsung's executive chairman Jay Y. Lee is finally clear of all criminal charges.
Read MoreTrump’s tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China could drive up prices of cars, electronics, fuel, food and more
The White House announced sweeping new tariffs on goods from the US' largest trading partners that are set to go into effect on Tuesday.
Read MoreApple has agreed to pay $20 million to settle a class action lawsuit over Apple Watch battery swelling
Eligible Apple Watch owners could get between $20 to $50 per covered device in the settlement.
Read MoreGoogle will let platforms and devices employees leave voluntarily prior to layoffs
Google has given US employees in the Platforms and Devices division the option to leave the company voluntarily before it starts cutting jobs.
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Cameras (8)
Panasonic takes on Canon with the full-frame, 45-megapixel S1R II mirrorless camera
Panasonic's cameras are best known for their video powers, but with its latest model, the company is finally getting serious about photography.
Read MoreSigma's latest camera is so minimalist it doesn't have a memory card slot
Sigma has announced the Sigma BF, a full-frame, mirrorless camera with a built-in SSD, minimalist design and $1,999 starting price.
Read MoreDJI Flip review: A unique and useful creator drone with a few flaws
DJI's Flip has an innovative fold-down design with shrouded, people-safe propellers and a high-quality camera.
Read MoreDJI's RS4 Mini stabilizer can now track subjects automatically
Shortly after introducing subject tracking with its latest smartphone gimbal, DJI has done the same with its new lightweight camera gimbal.
Read MoreDJI's Osmo Mobile 7P gimbal can track you around on any Android or iOS camera app
DJI has unveiled two new smartphone gimbals, the Osmo Mobile 7 and 7P, with the latter offering native app tracking on both Android and iOS thanks to its "Multifunctional Module."
Read MoreSony A1 II review: A powerhouse camera that falls short of its own high standards
The A1 II is Sony's best mirrorless camera yet, but it lacks innovation and video performance lags behind rivals.
Read MoreLeica’s LUX grip is a pricey way to add camera controls to your iPhone
Leica's latest product is the LUX grip for iPhones, but it's a pricey piece of gear.
Read MoreOM System's OM-3 camera marries vintage style with a high-tech stacked sensor
OM System has unveiled the OM-3 Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera, marrying an old-school Olympus-style body with the latest stacked sensor technology.
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Computing (12)
Intel once again delays its long-awaited Ohio chip fabrication facilities
Intel is pushing back the opening of its Ohio chip fab facilities to 2030, the latest delay to a project that was supposed to be completed in 2025.
Read MoreAmazon joins the quantum computing race with a chip designed for error correction
Amazon announced that it has created its own quantum computing chip, joining Microsoft and Google in a push to take this potentially transformative technology from the theoretical to the practical.
Read MoreFramework builds its own modular desktop
Framework has built a desktop. Yes, we know desktops are already modular.
Read MoreFramework updates its 13-inch laptop with AMD’s Ryzen 300 AI series chips
Framework updates the AMD version of its Laptop 13 with Ryzen 300 AI.
Read MoreApple’s M4 MacBook Air could be here in just a few weeks
According to the Power On newsletter this weekend, Apple is preparing to launch the M4 MacBook Air in March.
Read MoreYou can now apply for the 'opportunity to purchase' an RTX 5090 or 5080 from NVIDIA
NVIDIA is addressing shortages by implementing Verified Priority Access, a system for limited direct sales of its latest GPUs.
Read MoreMicrosoft's Majorana 1 quantum computing chip uses a new kind of superconductor
Microsoft has introduced Majorana 1, a chip for quantum computing, which it said will enable computers to solve incredibly difficult industrial-scale problems.
Read MoreTrump plans to impose 25 percent tariffs on automobile and semiconductor imports
The US government could impose 25 percent tariffs on automobile, semiconductor and pharmaceutical imports.
Read MoreTrump administration reportedly eyes renegotiating CHIPS Act awards
According to Reuters, the Trump administration is looking to renegotiate some of the deals under the CHIPS Act meant to boost semiconductor production.
Read MoreArm is reportedly developing its own in-house chip
Chip designer Arm plans to unveil its own processor this year with Meta as its launch customer.
Read MoreApple's Studio Display is $300 off right now
The Apple Studio Display is on sale right now via Amazon. Prices range from $1,300 to $2,000, depending on a couple of design options.
Read MoreMicrosoft's Build 2025 developer conference kicks off on May 19th
Microsoft's annual Build developer conference will take place in Seattle and run from May 19 to May 22.
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Cybersecurity (14)
Google is making it even easier to remove your personal information on Search
Google is improving its Results About You tool, making it easier to remove your personal information online.
Read MoreDOGE workers quit rather than help Musk "dismantle critical public services"
Nearly two dozen former employees of the US Digital Services resigned today rather than "carry out or legitimize DOGE's actions."
Read MoreUS employee screening firm DISA hit with data breach affecting over 3.3 million people
Top US employee screening services provider DISA has been hacked, and 3.3 million people's information is at risk.
Read MoreGmail will stop using SMS for two-factor authentication
Google is planning on getting rid of SMS two-factor authentication for Gmail to address a myriad of security issues.
Read MoreBybit hacked for almost $1.5 billion in the biggest crypto theft ever
A hacker took control of one of the exchange's offline wallets, transferring it to an unknown party. One expert says it's likely the all-time biggest heist of any kind.
Read MoreItalian media groups file criminal complaint over the WhatsApp hack on journalists
Nearly 100 journalists and activists were targeted by Paragon spyware. Paragon reportedly suspended a contract recently with the Italian government.
Read MoreThe DOGE website is seemingly so insecure it can be edited by anyone
Researchers say a database that populates the Department of Government Efficiency website can be modified by anyone who knows where to look, making it easy to deface the site.
Read MoreUS lawmakers respond to the UK’s Apple encryption backdoor request
Sen. Ron Wyden and Rep. Andy Biggs said the UK's order is "effectively a foreign cyberattack waged through political means." The pair sent a letter to new National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard, and Wyden is circulating a draft bill in the Senate.
Read MoreEFF sues Elon Musk and DOGE to block their access to federal employee data
The Electronic Frontier Foundation, along with multiple federal employee unions, have filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to block their access to federal employee data kept by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) .
Read MoreMan from Alabama pleads guilty over SEC's fake bitcoin post on X
Eric Council Jr. from Alabama has pleaded guilty to being a co-conspirator in the unauthorized takeover of the US Securities and Exchange Commission's Twitter account last year. The DOJ says he was the one who carried out the SIM swapping that made the takeover possible.
Read MoreApple patches iPhone exploit that allowed for ‘extremely sophisticated' attack
iOS 18.3.1 fixes a bug that allows attackers to turn off USB Restricted Mode on a locked device. The nearly seven-year-old feature is designed to prevent access from law enforcement devices like Cellebrite and Graykey.
Read MoreKaspersky researchers find screenshot-reading malware on the App Store and Google Play
Researchers from Kaspersky have identified malware being distributed within apps on both Android and iOS mobile storefronts.
Read MoreGovernment workers sue over potentially illegal DOGE server
Federal employees are suing to disconnect a server operated by associates of Elon Musk from the US Office of Personnel Management.
Read MoreMicrosoft Defender’s VPN feature will be killed off at the end of February
Microsoft updated the support page for Microsoft Defender's privacy protection VPN to say support is ending.
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Deals (39)
Get four Apple AirTags for a new low of $65, plus the rest of this week's best tech deals
In the latest edition of Engadget's weekly deals roundup, we found discounts on gear from Apple, Anker, Samsung and Rad Power ebikes.
Read MoreOne of our favorite Baseus power banks is more than $50 off right now
Our favorite budget laptop power bank can be yours for $47.59 when you use our exclusive coupon code.
Read MoreThe M3 MacBook Air is $200 off at Amazon right now
You can get the latest M3 MacBook Air for $899 from Amazon ahead of the rumored launch of the M4 Air.
Read MoreThis DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro bundle is cheaper than ever
The DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Adventure Combo bundle is on sale for $369. The Essential and Standard bundles are also discounted.
Read MoreThe Apple Pencil Pro drops to $99 at Amazon
The Apple Pencil Pro is on sale via Amazon for just $99. This represents a savings of 23 percent.
Read MoreApple Music deal: Get six months of access for only $3
Apple Music is available at a deep discount right now. New subscribers can snag six months for just $3, which represents a savings of more than $60.
Read More8BitDo's M Edition Retro Mechanical Keyboard is 40 percent off right now
Woot is offering the 8BitDo M Edition Retro Mechanical Keyboard for $60, its lowest price yet. There are also plenty of other deals at Woot you can check out.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 9 Pro is $200 off, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include the Google Pixel 9 Pro for a low of $799, the Crucial X9 Pro portable SSD for $70, plus sizable discounts on Apple Music and PlayStation Plus Premium.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel 8a drops to $399 at Amazon
Google's most affordable Pixel phone is $100 off right now.
Read MoreApple's M4 Mac mini is back on sale for $549
The base version of Apple's M4 Mac mini is back on sale. The petite desktop system can be yours for $549, which is $50 off the regular price.
Read MoreA four-pack of Chipolo One Bluetooth trackers is on sale for 32 percent off
Snag a four-pack of Chipolo One Bluetooth trackers at a deep discount. The bundle is just $67.50.
Read MoreAn Anker 10K magnetic power bank is cheaper than ever
A handy magnetic charger from Anker that works with MagSafe-compatible iPhones has dropped to a record low of $40.
Read MoreOne of our favorite budget robot vacuums is 44 percent off right now
The eufy RoboVac 11S Max 44 percent off right now if you get it from Amazon.
Read MoreGrab the ThermoWorks Thermapen One while it's on sale for $79
The ThermoWorks Thermapen One is $30 off right now and down to $79.
Read MoreThe best Presidents' Day deals on Apple, Samsung, Dyson, Peacock and more
Celebrate Presidents' Day the right way by saving a bunch of cash on tech recommended by Engadget editors.
Read MoreApple Presidents' Day sales include the AirPods Pro 2 for 32 percent off
You can also get fourth-generation AirPods for just $100.
Read MoreOur favorite budget Roomba drops to a new record-low price in Amazon Presidents' Day sale
Pick up iRobot's Roomba Vac robot vacuum for a record-low price.
Read MorePresidents' Day Apple deals include the iPad mini 7 for $100 off
Apple's latest and greatest iPad mini model is on sale via Amazon for $100 off.
Read MoreThe best Presidents' Day streaming deals include one year of Peacock Premium for only $30
You can snag an entire year of Peacock Premium for just $30. This is the base tier that's ad-supported.
Read MoreiRobot's Roomba Combo vacuum and mop machines are more than 50 percent off right now
Wellbots is offering Roomba Combo vacuum and mop machines for anywhere from $160 to $410 off, depending on what model you pick.
Read More8BitDo's Pro 2 controller with Hall Effect thumbsticks drops to $38
You can currently get the 8Bitdo Pro 2 Controller for up to 23 percent off. The peripheral works with Nintendo Switch, phones, tablets, PCs, Apple TV, Mac, Steam Deck and Raspberry Pi.
Read MoreThe latest Ring Video Doorbell is back on sale for a record-low price
The latest version of the Ring Video Doorbell is back on sale for a record-low price. The device can be yours for $60, which is $40 off.
Read MorePick up two Blink Mini security cameras for only $38
A pack of two Blink Mini 2 security cameras is nearly half off, making it a buy one, get one free deal.
Read MoreTwo years of NordPass Premium is 56 percent off right now
It's only $35 for 27 months of service.
Read MoreThe USB-C Apple Pencil is back on sale for $69
The USB-C Apple Pencil is on sale again, this time close to its lowest price yet.
Read MoreThe Apple AirPods 4 hit an all-time low of $100, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include the Apple AirPods 4 for a new low of $100, plus discounts on Peacock, Sonos speakers, Roomba robot vacuums and more.
Read MoreSonos speakers and soundbars are on sale for record-low prices
Sonos is running a sale on several of its speakers and soundbars. The Era 100, our pick for the best midrange speaker, is $50 off at $199.
Read MoreThe Kindle Colorsoft is back on sale for $50 off
Amazon's Kindle Colorsoft, the company's first ereader with a color screen, is $50 off at $230. It also comes with three months of free access to Kindle Unlimited.
Read MoreThe 9 best Super Bowl TV deals: Take up to $630 off sets from Samsung, LG, Sony and others
If you're looking to upgrade your living room ahead of the Super Bowl, we've dug up a few TV deals that might actually be worth your time.
Read MoreiRobot’s Roomba j9+ is over $400 off right now
The robovac has a three-stage cleaning system, multi-surface brushes and a dock where it self-empties dirt for up to 60 days.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel Buds Pro 2 are $40 off right now
The popular Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds are on sale for $189. That's a discount of $40, though it does require a coupon code.
Read MoreA four-pack of Apple AirTags is on sale for $70
A handy four-pack of Apple AirTags is on sale for $70, which is a discount of 29 percent. Now you can track all of the things.
Read MoreAnker's latest charger and power bank are back on sale for record-low prices
The Anker Charger introduced at CES 2025 has the same discount again, but this time, no coupons are needed.
Read MoreApple's M2 MacBook Air drops to $800
The M2 MacBook Air has dropped to $800 via Amazon. This includes a pre-existing sale price but a clippable coupon.
Read MoreThe Beats Studio Pro headphones are back on sale for $180
They're available now for nearly half off.
Read MoreThe 11-inch iPad Air M2 is on sale for $100 off
Grab our favorite iPad while it's down to a near record-low price.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch SE is $80 off right now
Apple's entry-level Watch SE is on sale for $169 right now via Amazon. That's a full $80 off the usual retail price.
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Entertainment (6)
YouTube passes 1 billion monthly active podcast viewers
Video platform YouTube may not seem like the most obvious match for an audio-driven format, but the company has become a major player for podcast consumption.
Read MorePhilips Hue Sync now available on LG smart TVs, eliminating the need for a control box
The Philips Hue Sync app is now available on LG smart TVs. This allows users control over immersive lighting and eliminates the need for one of those pricey sync boxes.
Read MoreAmazon will take full creative control of the James Bond franchise
Amazon and the longtime stewards of the James Bond movies have come to an agreement that will see the company assume creative control of the franchise.
Read MoreWhat to read this weekend: Gliff channels dystopia through the eyes of a child
This week, we read Ali Smith's Gliff and the absolutely wild first issue of Creepshow in Love.
Read MoreThe Super Bowl is being broadcast with Dolby Atmos audio for the first time
The game will also be available in Dolby Vision for the second time. It's only available for Xfinity X1 subscribers with all the required hardware.
Read MoreWhat to read this weekend: Engrossing literary horror and a dark, whimsical new comic series
This week's must-read new titles are Old Soul by Susan Barker and The Seasons, a new series for Image Comics.
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Gaming (35)
Square Enix is making Dragon Quest-themed golf merch because OG fans are now grandparents
Developer Square Enix just announced a new brand of gold merchandise called Dragon Quest Golf. It made a cute little ball based on the Slime monster.
Read MoreCRKD teamed up with Gibson to make new guitar controllers
CRKD and Gibson are releasing new guitar controllers that work with games like Fortnite Festival and Clone Hero.
Read MoreForza Horizon 5 careens onto PS5 on April 29
The well-reviewed racing sim Forza Horizon 5 is heading to PS5 consoles on April 29. It joins several other former Xbox exclusives.
Read MoreRoblox is now much faster on Chromebooks
The new version, available in the Play Store, offers much higher frame rates and faster load times. You can fly around with your new Chrome-themed jetpack to celebrate.
Read MoreShadow of Mordor's innovative Nemesis system is locked behind a patent until 2036
One of the best game mechanics in recent memory, the Nemesis system from Shadow of Mordor, is locked behind a patent until 2036. It was going to be used in a new Wonder Woman game, but that was cancelled.
Read MoreI'm writing about this cute cat plush so you play one of 2025's best games
Citizen Sleeper 2 released earlier this year to critical acclaim and now it's getting a very cute cat plush.
Read MoreWarner Bros Discovery slashes gaming business, closing three studios
Warner Bros Discovery made sweeping cuts to its games division today, closing three studios and ending development on its planned Wonder Woman project.
Read MoreAtari’s side-scrolling Breakout reboot arrives on March 25
Breakout Beyond builds on the 1976 classic with neon-infused power-ups and local co-op. It arrives on PC, all major consoles and Atari VCS on March 25.
Read MoreBloober Team is making another game with Konami following Silent Hill 2's success
Bloober Team and Konami aren't saying which IP their upcoming game is based on, so here's hoping for a spooky Bomberman project.
Read MoreSlice-of-life soccer game Despelote kicks off on May 1
Despelote is heading to Switch, PlayStation 4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC on May 1.
Read MoreXbox showcase gave release dates for three indie games we're looking forward to
Mark your calendars for the indie games' launches, which start next month.
Read MoreTron: Catalyst hits consoles and PC on June 17
Tron: Catalyst, the new game from Bithell Games, is coming to Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and PC this summer.
Read MoreBalatro is about to hook a lot more players now that it's on Game Pass
Everyone's favorite sorta-poker game Balatro is now on Game Pass, while players on all platforms can use decks based on Critical Role, Assassin's Creed, Fallout and more. Meanwhile, the game's age rating has been lowered in Europe.
Read MoreIf you liked the Playdate game Root Bear, you should check out Pup Cup
Pup Cup is a Playdate game in which you serve sweet treats to a rotating cast of dogs.
Read MoreThe creator of My Friend Pedro has a new game on the way, and it looks amazingly weird
Shotgun Cop Man, a new game from DeadToast Entertainment, is described as a "punchy, crunchy, son-of-a-gun precision platformer."
Read MoreFortnite’s new season leans heavily on heist mechanics
Fortnite's new season is all about big-time heists. The maps include bank vaults, armored cars and, uh, a giant pickle that raps.
Read MoreCozy Lord of the Rings game Tales of the Shire is delayed to July
Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game, a cozy take on the most idyllic pocket of Middle Earth, has been delayed.
Read MoreHorror game Mouthwashing will land on consoles later this year
Developer Wrong Organ shared today that its creepy creation Mouthwash is making the leap to consoles.
Read MoreMarvel Rivals team hit with layoffs despite huge success of game
Chinese game publisher NetEase has laid off Marvel Rivals development team members including the game director.
Read MoreHow to watch Annapurna’s publisher showcase on February 24
Annapurna Interactive is holding a games showcase on February 24. You can watch via YouTube.
Read MoreViktor Antonov, art director for Half-Life 2 and Dishonored, has died, according to colleagues
Writer Marc Laidlaw first shared the news in an Instagram story, and other former colleagues have since paid tribute too.
Read MoreDiablo IV won’t get another expansion until 2026
It looks like we have a long time to wait for the next major Diablo IV expansion. It won't come out until 2026.
Read MoreSony is actually remastering Days Gone before Bloodborne
Sony is releasing a remastered version of Days Gone, with improved graphics and a horde mode, in April.
Read MoreBorderlands 4 is launching on September 23
Borderlands 4 is officially coming out in September, and you'll be able to get a deeper look at the game during a State of Play this spring.
Read MoreOverwatch 2's next update overhauls the game with perks and loot boxes
Overwatch 2's Season 15 update adds a whole new perks system that lets you change how your hero plays during a match.
Read MoreAcclaimed designer Jeff Minter is back with a remake of the '80s arcade curio I, Robot
Jeff Minter, the guy behind Tempest 2000, is back with a reimagining of the arcade flop I, Robot. This was the first commercially-available game to ever use polygons.
Read MoreElden Ring Nightreign arrives on May 30
The co-op Elden Ring spinoff has a release date. Elden Ring Nightreign will land on May 30, and pre-orders are now open.
Read MoreFootball Manager 25 has been cancelled
Sports Interactive has decided not to release Football Manager 25 at all.
Read MoreThe ESA wants to replace E3 with a bunch of buzzwords
The Entertainment Software Association is launching a new gaming event, but it seems more for corporate than for consumers.
Read MorePrime Gaming's February freebies include BioShock Infinite and Wolfenstein: Youngblood
Amazon just announced all of the various free games coming to Prime Gaming this month. It also revealed the titles that will be playable on Luna.
Read MoreMetal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater release date leaks on the PlayStation Store
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, a remake of Metal Gear Solid 3, is set to hit PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC, per a leak on the PlayStation Store.
Read MoreCapcom Fighting Collection 2 is a celebration of early 2000s brawlers
After getting a chance to play a demo of Capcom's Fighting Game Collection 2, this anthology feels like a must-buy for anyone with fond memories of early 2000s titles like Capcom vs. SNK 2 or Power Stone 2.
Read MoreNetflix scuttles plans to add six previously announced games to its service
Netflix is continuing to adjusting its gaming strategy. Its latest measure was to cancel plans to release six games on its service.
Read MoreEA is giving fans a chance to test the next Battlefield early
EA is teasing the next Battlefield with Battlefield Labs, a new early access program that will give fans a chance to test the next entry in the franchise while it's still in development.
Read MoreThe weirdly whimsical PBJ - The Musical hits the App Store on March 26
Kamibox's absurdist take on Romeo and Juliet blends elements of musical theatre, Shakespeare and Monty Python-style cutout animation.
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Laptops (3)
Razer announced a refreshed Blade 18 laptop with a dual mode display
There's a new ultra-powerful laptop in town. Razer just announced a refresh to the Blade 18, complete with dual mode display functionality and other high-tech bells and whistles.
Read MoreFramework teases a low-cost 2-in-1 convertible version of its modular laptop
Framework's building a plastic version of its modular laptop as a better alternative to budget laptops.
Read MoreAcer to raise prices by 10 percent following President Trump's tariffs
It shows a clear cause and effect on electronic prices.
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Meta (1)
Meta approves massive bonuses for executives after broad layoffs
Meta has approved large bonus options for executives, up to 200 percent in some cases. It has also decreased stock awards for regular employees.
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Mobile (9)
Apple AirTag four-packs drop to a new record-low price
Apple AirTag bundles are on sale at Amazon right now.
Read MoreiPhones are briefly changing 'racist' to 'Trump' due to an iOS dictation issue
A bizarre bug is causing iPhones to automatically change the word "racist" to "Trump" when using the built-in dictation feature in iOS.
Read MoreApple officially bids farewell to the Lightning port after 13 years
The iPhone 16e arrives with a fresh USB-C port.
Read MoreApple will introduce its 'newest member of the family' on February 19
A number of new Apple products have been rumored, including a refreshed iPhone SE, next-gen AirTag and M4-powered MacBook Air.
Read MoreQualcomm's Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 is its first mid-range chip with AI support
Qualcomm is bringing AI to its mid-range mobile chip lineup with the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 Mobile Platform.
Read MoreNew York metro transit systems add on-demand sign language interpreters
Deaf commuters can get access to real-time ASL interpreters for free.
Read MoreT-Mobile is offering its Starlink satellite texting feature for free until July
T-Mobile's Starlink satellite texting feature is now available in beta for anyone with a compatible iPhone or Android device to try out.
Read MoreUK study says school phone bans don't affect students' total screen time
Countries across the world have been working to cut social media use for young people.
Read MoreThis month may bring the Powerbeats Pro 2 and a new party invitation service for iCloud
Mark Gurman reports in the Power On newsletter that Apple may launch an event invitation service this week code-named Confetti, and Powerbeats Pro 2 could follow on February 11.
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Music (3)
What we’re listening to: Bad Bunny, The Weeknd, FKA twigs and more
In What We're Listening To, Engadget editors and writers discuss the new music we can't get enough of.
Read MoreThe best music streaming services in 2025
We put Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music and other music streaming services head-to-head to find out which are worth your money.
Read MoreAI won The Beatles a Grammy 55 years after they broke up
The Beatles' last song, Now and Then, won a Grammy with the help of AI.
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News (40)
The Morning After: Our verdict on the iPhone 16e
The biggest news stories this morning: Sony cuts the price of PS VR2 to $400, What to expect at MWC 2025, iPhone 16e review.
Read MoreKia's EV4, its first electric sedan, will be available in the US later this year
Kia has officially launched the EV4, its first electric sedan and hatchback. It will be available in the United States later this year.
Read MoreAmazon’s AI-heavy Alexa+ will be accessible on the web
Amazon just revealed the long-awaited refresh to its Alexa chatbot. The features of Alexa+ will be available via a website.
Read MoreThe Morning After: How to follow Amazon’s hardware event tomorrow
The biggest news stories this morning: Disney+ just dropped an explosive trailer for Andor season 2, How to get MagSafe charging on an iPhone 16e, Nintendo Switch 2 is launching soon, here's everything we know so far.
Read MoreAn XR game trilogy based on Neon Genesis Evangelion is in the works
VR/XR game developer Pixelity announced a series of upcoming games 'based on the world and events' of the anime.
Read MoreFederal government reportedly plans to shut down its EV charging infrastructure
The General Services Administration is reportedly planning on shutting down chargers and offloading government EVs in the coming weeks.
Read MoreApple Intelligence is headed to the Vision Pro in April, dev beta available today
The rumors are true: Apple confirmed today that the Vision Pro will get Apple Intelligence features in April with the arrival of visionOS 2.4.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple reveals its new cheapest iPhone. What’s missing?
The biggest news stories this morning: Humane's AI pins will stop working in 7 days, Oppo's Find N5 is an exciting foldable you might never see in the US, xAI launches Grok 3 AI, claiming it is capable of 'human reasoning'.
Read MoreRing beefs up the image quality on its new Outdoor Cam Plus
Ring adds yet another model to its range of outdoor security cameras.
Read MoreEV truck maker Nikola has finally called it quits
The embattled EV truck maker Nikola is going bust. The company just announced its filing for bankruptcy and selling off its assets.
Read MorePokémon Go developer Niantic may sell its games division for a mere $3.5 billion
The developer of Pokémon Go, Niantic, might sell its games division for the low price of $3.5 billion.
Read MoreEero launches its Wi-Fi 7 mesh routers
Wi-Fi 7 isn't ready for prime time, but Eero is now joining the fray with its new range of Wi-Fi 7 mesh routers.
Read MoreSamsung's Digital Key technology now works with Volvo and Polestar EVs
More automakers are supporting Samsung's Digital Key feature, which allows drivers to lock, unlock and start their car using their Galaxy phone.
Read MoreThe Morning After: What to expect from Apple’s new launch this week
The biggest news stories this morning: Viktor Antonov, art director for Half-Life 2 and Dishonored, has died, Anyone in the US can now buy Nintendo's Alarmo clock from the online store, Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 review.
Read MoreVision Pro will reportedly get Apple Intelligence as soon as April
According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple Intelligence features will soon come to Vision Pro with the visionOS 2.4 update.
Read MoreThe Morning After: It’s true, TikTok is back
The biggest news stories this morning: Where is the best place to buy a cheap iPad? Honda and Nissan have ended their merger plans, Apple will introduce its 'newest member of the family' next week.
Read MoreAmazon is holding a devices event on February 26, here's what to expect
Alexa getting smarter is likely to be the star of the show, but our guess is some Echo products may accompany it.
Read MoreYouTube TV could remove CBS, Nickelodeon and other Paramount channels
YouTube says it's negotiating with Paramount to retain the latter's stations for YouTube TV subscribers.
Read MoreFormula E will finally debut its fast-charging pit stops this weekend
Formula E wanted to add Pit Boost stops in 2023, but the technology wasn't ready in the first few attempts.
Read MoreNoble FoKus Rex5 review: Incredible sound, if you’re willing to pay for it
The FoKus Rex5 are expensive and far from a complete package.
Read MoreMicrosoft wants to hand off much of its Army HoloLens program to Palmer Luckey’s Anduril
Previous prototypes of the headset led to numerous problems, including nausea and headaches.
Read MoreThe guy who accidentally threw away $700 million in Bitcoin wants to buy a landfill to find it
James Howells, a British IT worker, accidentally threw away the hard drive that contained a key for over $700 million in Bitcoin. He wants to buy the landfill it went to and try to dig it up.
Read MoreChinese EV maker BYD promises to make all of its models self-driving capable
BYD is promising to integrate autonomous driving in all of its models, including its cheapest ones.
Read MoreBeats Powerbeats Pro 2 review: Apple's first earbuds with heart-rate tracking
Apple's first earbuds with heart-rate tracking aren't AirPods, but they offer a lot of the same features via a major design overhaul from Beats.
Read MoreThe Ninja Swirl by Creami is conquering the hardest type of ice cream to make at home
With the new Swirl by Creami, Ninja is looking to conquer the final challenge of making ice cream at home: soft serve. And while the machine is a bit bulky, the results speak for themselves.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Musk wants to buy OpenAI. It doesn’t want to be bought.
The biggest news stories this morning: TikTok suggests Android users in the US should sideload the app, OnePlus 13 phone review, Apple will reportedly announce a new iPhone SE this week.
Read MoreThe Sky Glass Gen 2 offers a brighter display and better sound
Get it as a 43-inch, 55-inch or 65-inch model.
Read MoreCivilization 7 is coming to Meta Quest 3 and 3S this spring
Civilization VII - VR will be available as a Meta exclusive for Meta Quest 3 and 3S.
Read MoreApple’s plans for AR glasses may not have been scrapped entirely
A Mac-tethered AR glasses project may have been shelved, but Mark Gurman reports that Apple is still holding onto plans for a standalone device.
Read MoreTrump administration stops nationwide EV charging program
President Trump and his administration has ordered states to stop a $5 billion program to build EV chargers on national highways. This could strike a major blow to the industry.
Read MoreWeber Searwood review: Second time’s the charm
Weber learned from its mistakes with its first smart grill to make the Searwood a complete package.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple’s Invite app and its less welcome third-party porn apps
The biggest news stories this morning: How to use Apple Invites to plan your next event, Oura Ring 4 long-term review, the return of Ask Engadget. Send Mat your questions!
Read MoreProtecting the US from hackers apparently isn't in Trump's budget
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is reportedly subject to the same government buyout program as other critical departments, potentially weakening US cybersecurity.
Read MoreVolkswagen is unveiling a $21,000 entry-level EV in March
Volkswagen is working on an entry-level electric vehicle that will sell for a base price of €20,000 ($21,000) and will be unveiled in March.
Read MoreSonos may release its long-rumored streaming box this year
Sonos will start selling its long-rumored streaming box in the "coming months," according to The Verge.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Ontario cancels then un-cancels its Starlink contract over tariff trade war
The biggest news stories this morning: Samsung leader cleared of fraud charges after winning appeal, The 10 best audio tech gadgets we saw at NAMM 2025, AI helped The Beatles win a grammy.
Read MoreKamado Joe debuts the Big Joe Konnected Joe, a larger smart charcoal grill
The Konnected Joe is back, but this time it's bigger and more expensive.
Read MoreAnker Eufy E20 review: A robot vacuum that transforms to do more
Kudos to Eufy for making a convenient, multi-purpose vacuum.
Read MoreApple reportedly shelved a Mac-connected AR glasses project
Bloomberg says Apple was developing augmented reality glasses powered by its Mac computers, but it canceled the project before the company could even announce it.
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Nintendo (5)
Pokémon Champions is all about the battles
Game Freak announced Pokémon Champions at a recent Pokémon Presents livestream event. This battle sim is cross-platform, meaning Switch players can fight mobile users.
Read MoreNew Pokémon Legends: Z-A trailer reveals an absolutely massive version of Lumiose City
We finally got another look at Pokémon Legends: Z-A at today's Pokémon Presents livestream. The game is set in a massive open-world city.
Read MoreThere’s a Pokémon Presents livestream scheduled for February 27
The Pokémon Company just scheduled a livestream event for February 27 at 9AM ET. We don't know what will be shown off, but a Switch 2 title sure would be nice.
Read MoreNintendo is killing its Gold Points loyalty program
Nintendo is getting rid of the Gold Points loyalty program, possibly to prepare for the Switch 2's arrival.
Read MoreNintendo sees sales dip as Switch 2 debut looms
Nintendo is caught between its eight-year-old Switch console and the next-gen Switch 2 — a purgatory that usually hits sales.
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PC Gaming (16)
D&D's 3D virtual tabletop experience Sigil is now available for PC
Sigil tries to recreate the experience of tabletop gaming without venturing too far into the realm of full-on video gaming.
Read MoreTunic and 400 other games can be yours for just $10 thanks to a charity Itch.io bundle
A charity games bundle that's supporting wildfire relief efforts in Southern California includes hundreds of titles, such as Tunic, Octodad: Dadliest Catch, Hidden Folks and SkateBird.
Read MoreAMD's $549 Radeon 9070 and $599 9070 XT are gunning for NVIDIA's midrange throne
AMD's Radeon 9070 and 9070 XT, which are set to arrive on March 6, have the chance to swoop in and deliver some serious competition to NVIDIA.
Read MoreEA releases source code for four Command & Conquer games
Video game preservation scored a win today with EA's decision to make four Command & Conquer games open source.
Read MoreRiot is reversing its unpopular League of Legends changes
In response to a widespread player backlash, Hextech Chests will return, and champions' costs will be cut in half.
Read MoreBlendo Games' oddball sci-fi shooter Skin Deep hits PC on April 30
Blendo Games' latest installment of interactive weirdness, Skin Deep, is due to hit Steam on April 30, after nearly seven years of development.
Read MoreMoroi preview: A grimdark action game that's actually pretty funny
The most surprising thing about Moroi is its sense of humor. And maybe the duck with human teeth.
Read MoreAmong Us VR is being transformed into a traditional 3D game for PC
Among Us VR is being re-released as Among Us 3D. This version will be available via Steam in the near future.
Read MoreDune: Awakening will spice things up on May 20
You can start creating your character for the open-world survival MMO today.
Read MoreLenovo Legion Go S review (Windows version): Not so fast
The Lenovo Legion Go S will be the first third-party gaming handheld to run SteamOS, but it won't be out until May. So in the meantime, we're checking out the Windows 11 model to see if it's worth getting now or if you should wait.
Read MoreHades II's second major update adds a 'final confrontation' and more
You can also receive goodies from the god of war. (No, not that one.)
Read MoreValve hands the Team Fortress 2 source code to modders
Team Fortress 2 modders can now do just about whatever they want with the game — as long as they don't try to make money from creations based on the source code.
Read MoreNVIDIA GeForce 5070 Ti review: A 'sensible' 4K powerhouse for $749
NVIDIA's RTX 5070 Ti is a capable GPU for 4K gaming, mostly thanks to DLSS 4. It's a solid upgrade for gamers looking for a bit more power and memory than the 5070.
Read MoreAcer just announced two new gaming laptops with great specs and sleek designs
Acer just announced two new gaming laptops at IEM Katowice, a big Counter-Strike tournament in Poland. These two devices are sleek and filled with modern bells and whistles.
Read MoreSteam will label early access games that haven't been updated in a year
Steam has started adding notes on early access games' official pages if they haven't been updated in a while.
Read MoreI'm glad I gave Wuthering Waves a chance even with a disastrous launch
Wuthering Waves launched with many bugs, but the developers didn't give up and improved upon the game, eventually becoming a The Game Awards nominee.
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PlayStation (9)
Sony cuts the price of PS VR2 to $400
Sony is permanently reducing the price of the PlayStation VR2. Starting in March, the headset will cost $400, €450 and £400 — down from $550, €600 and £530, respectively.
Read MoreThe PS Plus monthly games for March include Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Sony has revealed the lineup of games that all PlayStation Plus members can claim in March, including Dragon Age: The Veilguard.
Read MoreAn enhanced version of Sayonara Wild Hearts for PS5 is out now
Annapurna Interactive's latest showcase closed with news of a PS5 version of Sayonara Wild Hearts that's available now. The free upgrade from the PS4 version includes visual upgrades, a new mode and haptic feedback.
Read MoreLost Records and Blue Prince are coming to the PlayStation Game Catalog at launch
In addition to the day-one releases coming later, Premium and Extra members can claim Jedi Survivor and TopSpin 2K25.
Read MoreSony has sold 74.9 million PlayStation 5s
Sony just had its best holiday season ever in terms of PlayStation 5 console numbers with 9.5 million sold over the last three months.
Read MoreSaros is the next game from Housemarque, coming to PS5 in 2026
Sony's first State of Play stream of the year ended on a high note with a first look at Saros, the next game from Returnal developer Housemarque.
Read MoreWatch Sony's State of Play showcase here at 5PM ET
Sony's latest State of Play showcase takes place at 5PM ET on February 12, and you can watch it right here.
Read MoreSony’s next State of Play event is set for February 12 at 5PM ET
Sony just announced that its latest State of Play livestream event is set for February 12. We don't know what will be revealed, but we have some educated guesses.
Read MoreThe PlayStation Network is down
The PlayStation Network status page was updated at 7PM Eastern time with a warning that you may not be able to log in and play games.
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Reviews (1)
Engadget review recap: Samsung's Galaxy S25 phones, OnePlus 13 and Oura Ring 4
A roundup of the reviews published on Engadget over the last two weeks.
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Science (4)
Half of UK homes will need heat pumps by 2040 to hit climate goals
The UK might need half its homes to have heat pumps to reach climate goals by 2040.
Read MoreCan somebody let this robot down?
The Clone Robotics Protoclone has synthetic muscles that let it kick its legs and flex its arms.
Read MoreTrump administration adds note rejecting 'gender ideology' to government websites
Government webpages that were recently restored in response to a federal judge's order now include notes rejecting their content and condemning "gender ideology."
Read MoreCourt orders the CDC and FDA to restore deleted web pages related to gender identity
US District Judge John D. Bates has ordered the Center for Disease Control and Food and Drug Administration to restore the web pages and resources they had previously removed to comply with President Trump's executive order related to gender ideology.
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Smartphones (23)
Mobile World Congress 2025: What to expect from Nothing, Samsung, Xiaomi and more
Mobile World Congress 2025 starts on March 3, and usually sees some smartphone launches.
Read MoreiPhone 16e review: What's your acceptable compromise?
Our review of the iPhone 16e has it all: Real-world impressions, camera samples and comparisons to the competition.
Read MoreClicks is finally releasing its keyboard add-on for some Android phones
Some Android users will now be able to use the retro-soaked Clicks keyboard add-on for smartphones. This update comes a year after the iPhone model was released.
Read MoreHere's how to get MagSafe charging on an iPhone 16e
The iPhone 16e doesn't support MagSafe charging off-the-shelf. Luckily, there are a couple of ways to get around that.
Read MoreApple reportedly plans to combine its modem with future processors as a single package
According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple wants to eventually 'meld the modem component into the main processor.'
Read MoreHere's how to pre-order the new Apple iPhone 16e
The company's most affordable iPhone starts at $599.
Read MoreAn iOS update will give iPhone 15 Pro owners Visual Intelligence
The Apple Intelligence feature is also on the new iPhone 16e. Since these phones don't have a camera button, you'll have to use the Action button or Control Center to trigger it.
Read MoreA $599 iPhone 16e is a cruel joke
The $599 iPhone 16e is many things, but don't you dare call it a budget phone.
Read MoreHow to make the most of the iPhone's Action Button
At its most basic, the Action Button replaces a Silent / Ring switch, but you can make it do a whole lot more.
Read MoreGreat cameras, not Apple Intelligence, is what people want from an iPhone 16e
In 2025, no $600 phone should feature just one camera.
Read MoreThe Oppo Find N5 is an impressive, very thin foldable with a giant battery
With the Find N5, Oppo went to town on hardware. It feels and looks more premium than the company's previous foldables but with substantial spec bumps at a time when many smartphones seem a little iterative.
Read MoreApple announces the iPhone 16e with Apple Intelligence for $599
Apple's iPhone 16e is the first full-screen model in the entry-level line. Its A18 chip makes it the most affordable way to use Apple's generative AI tools.
Read MoreThe iPhone 16e's lack of MagSafe doesn't make sense
The iPhone 16e doesn't support MagSafe or fast wireless charging, two features that seemed like givens on Apple's phones.
Read MoreApple just unveiled the iPhone 16e, here's how it compares to the competition
We compare the specs of Apple's new entry-level iPhone to the 2022 iPhone SE, Pixel 8a and Galaxy A35 5G.
Read MorePour one out for Apple's dearly departed home button
Gone but not forgotten, it was axed from the lineup today with the new iPhone 16e's arrival.
Read MoreSomeone squeezed an iPhone SE 3 into a Nokia Lumia 1020, and it looks amazing
A smartphone enthusiast has stuffed various components from an iPhone SE into a Nokia Lumia 1020. It actually works and looks awesome.
Read MoreThe OnePlus Open 2 isn't happening this year
In a new community note, OnePlus made the surprising and somewhat disappointing announcement that its next foldable phone won't arrive in 2025.
Read MoreApple will use Alibaba's generative AI for its iPhones in China
Apple will use Alibaba's generative AI to power Apple Intelligence in China.
Read MoreEverything we know about the rumored Google Pixel 9a so far
Here's what we know about the Google Pixel 9a so far, including specs and the release date.
Read MoreWith the Galaxy S25, Samsung finally nailed a truly repairable battery
It just takes pulling on some sticky tabs to remove the battery.
Read MoreOnePlus 13 review: A focused flagship that ignores the AI hype
For anyone looking for a powerful new flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 13 is has a blazing new chip, a slick design and a massive battery, all for $100 less than an base Galaxy S25+.
Read MoreApple will reportedly announce a new iPhone SE next week
Bloomberg says Apple is unveiling a new iPhone SE next week before releasing it later this month.
Read MoreASUS’s Zenfone 12 Ultra leans heavily into AI
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra comes with serious AI firepower but is rather similar to other contemporary flagship smartphones.
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Social Media (17)
TikTok's revamped desktop version lets you livestream games in landscape view
The updated web app also has a redesigned navigation bar and a Chrome-exclusive floating player.
Read MoreThe Oversight Board will weigh in on Meta’s new hate speech policies
The Oversight Board is working to address Meta's rewritten "hateful conduct" policy.
Read MoreElon Musk wants to 'fix' Community Notes on X
Elon Musk wants to "fix" Community Notes on X now that they're challenging claims made by the Trump Administration.
Read MoreYou can now sign up to be a contributor to Meta's Community Notes feature
The waitlist is open to sign up for the ability to add notes to Instagram, Threads and Facebook posts.
Read MoreTwitch community guideline violations will now disappear from accounts after a set time
Twitch has rolled out a number of changes to its enforcement system. Most violations will now be removed from an account after some time.
Read MoreInstagram adds a whole slew of new DM features in latest update
Instagram is rolling out a major update to direct messages. The new features include a music-sharing tool, translation capabilities and more.
Read MoreReddit CEO says paid subreddits are coming this year
Reddit will launch paid subreddits in 2025, though it's not entirely clear how they'll work.
Read MoreInstagram is testing a dislike button, but only for comments
Instagram is testing a dislike button for comments. The feature will be used with Reels and Feed posts.
Read MoreTikTok is back in Apple App Store and Google Play Store in the US
TikTok is once again available in Apple's App Store in the United States after it was de-listed last month following a nationwide ban.
Read MoreCivil society groups urge Meta’s Oversight Board to resign in protest
A coalition of civil society has published an open letter to the Oversight Board saying the group should resign en masse to protest Meta's content moderation and fact-checking policies.
Read MoreX will pay ‘about $10 million’ to settle lawsuit over Donald Trump’s Twitter suspension
X has become the latest social media platform to reach a settlement with Donald Trump in a years-long legal battle over his 2021 social media suspenions.
Read MoreMeta warns users not to fall for romance scammers posing as celebrities or military
Meta is warning users not to fall for romance scammers who often pose as celebrities or members of the US military to steal money from unsuspecting victims.
Read MoreKickstarter is rolling out new tools for backers, including a way to split pledges into four payments
Kickstarter is making some major changes that will impact both backers and creators. For instance, there's a new tool to split pledges up into four payments, which is sort of like Affirm.
Read MoreDiscord introduces a feature to ignore rather than block users
With Ignore, Discord users can quietly tune out of interacting with other accounts.
Read MoreHouse Democrats press Mark Zuckerberg on Meta’s policy changes
Four House Democrats are pushing Mark Zuckerberg to explain Meta's recent policy changes, saying they appear to be an attempt at "currying favor" with the White House.
Read MoreReddit blames 'bug' after banning more than 90 NSFW subreddits
Reddit briefly banned dozens of subreddits without warning on Wednesday due to a "bug" that affected scores of NSFW communities on the site
Read MoreReddit temporarily bans r/WhitePeopleTwitter after Elon Musk claimed it had ‘broken the law’
Reddit has temporarily banned the subreddit r/WhitePeopleTwitter citing a "prevalence of violent content."
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Space (6)
Amid a Musk-led overhaul, the FAA starts doing business with SpaceX
The FAA is testing Starlink terminals for upgrades to the networks that manage airspace, creating the latest conflict of interest between the US government and Elon Musk.
Read MoreNew evidence suggests that Mars used to have an ocean and sandy beaches
Researchers have discovered fresh evidence of buried beaches on Mars. This information comes from an analysis of below-ground imaging data from China's Zhurong rover.
Read MoreIntuitive Machines is expected to launch its second lunar lander this week
Intuitive Machines' Athena spacecraft will launch on its way to the moon no earlier than Wednesday, February 26. It's expected to arrive at its destination about a week later.
Read MoreThe secretive X-37B space plane snapped this picture of Earth from orbit
The US Space Force shared a picture captured last year by one of the X-37B's onboard cameras. The space plane is currently carrying out its seventh mission.
Read MoreBlue Origin is cutting 10 percent of its workforce
Blue Origin, the space company founded by Jeff Bezos, is conducting layoffs.
Read More2025 is going to be another big year for commercial moon missions
Several missions under contracts with NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program are planned for this year.
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Streaming (12)
Fubo grows its subscribers and revenue as Disney deal looms
The company is still losing hundreds of millions of dollars, but at least its losses are narrowing.
Read MoreTwitch will open some monetization tools to even first-time streamers
Twitch is going to let anyone, not just Affiliates and Partners, earn subscriptions or Bits when they stream in 2025.
Read MoreMax reverses course, won't charge extra for live sports and news
Instead of charging an extra $10 monthly for B/R Sports and CNN Max, the streaming service is removing them from the basic ad-supported tier.
Read MoreParamount+ adds 50 classic MTV Unplugged episodes
If you're a music fan of a certain age, there's a good chance MTV Unplugged has special place in your heart.
Read MoreNetflix releases bloopers from Avatar: The Last Airbender and says Season 2 production is underway
The live-action series was renewed last year for two additional seasons, with the third being its final.
Read MoreTwitch streamers' uploads and highlights can no longer exceed 100 hours
Twitch says storage is costly, so it's putting a cap on how much storage a streamer can take up for their uploads and highlight videos.
Read MoreNetflix's content briefly showed up in the Apple TV app
The integration was buggy and short-lived. The company has since told The Verge that it was a mistake.
Read MoreSpotify could offer its long-awaited HiFi audio tier as a $6 add-on later this year
Spotify is rolling out a Music Pro tier later this year that will give users access to higher-quality audio and remixing tools, according to Bloomberg. But the long-awaited option was announced way back in 2021, and its release schedule could still change.
Read MoreYouTube TV has reached a deal with Paramount to keep carrying CBS, CBS Sports and other channels
YouTube TV announced that access to Paramount channels and add-ons like Paramount+ with Showtime and BET+ will go on without interruption after the two reached a deal this weekend.
Read MoreAn Apple TV app is finally available for Android devices
Android devices are finally getting a dedicated Apple TV app, complete with MLS Season Pass. It's available for devices running Android 10 and later.
Read MoreHow to watch Super Bowl 2025 on Tubi for free: Chiefs vs. Eagles
Here's everything you need to know about how to stream the Chiefs playing the Eagles at Super Bowl LIX.
Read MoreWarner Bros is sharing select movies for free on YouTube
Over the past several weeks, Warner Bros. Entertainment has been uploading a selection of full movies to a playlist on YouTube.
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Tablets (1)
Kindle Scribe 2 review: Is slightly useful AI worth the extra cash?
Testing Amazon's Kindle Scribe (2024) brought on an analog ache and a longing for days unmarred by today's AI fever.
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Transportation (7)
Elon Musk's DOGE reportedly cuts staff at agency that regulates Elon Musk's Tesla
The Department of Government Efficiency, which is led by Elon Musk, has reportedly cut around 10 percent of staff from the NHTSA. Among other things, the agency works on the safety of autonomous vehicles, such as Tesla, which is led by Elon Musk.
Read MoreToyota kinda, sorta gives up on hydrogen cars
Toyota's newest fuel cell is targeted more toward commercial vehicles than passenger cars. It's about time.
Read MoreHonda and Nissan have ended their merger plans
Honda and Nissan are not merging into a single company. They ended their talks less than two months after signing a memorandum of understanding.
Read MoreLyft aims for a 2026 Dallas launch of its first Mobileye robotaxis
Japanese conglomerate Marubeni will own the fleet. Lyft faces pressure to compete with Uber, which has inked a long list of driverless vehicle deals.
Read MoreUber opens waitlist for driverless Waymo rides in Austin
Uber has a waitlist on its app for Austin residents who want a chance to ride Waymo's self-driving cabs.
Read MoreCruise lays off half its staff after GM sunsets robotaxi program
Cruise is laying off 50 percent of its workforce as GM plans on sunsetting its robitaxi initiative. Instead, the company will focus on its Super Cruise system.
Read MoreUber wants to make rides easier for people with service animals
The optional features include letting drivers know in advance you travel with one. Drivers who try to cancel will be reminded that doing so is against Uber policy — and the law.
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TV & Movies (10)
Lazarus, the new anime from the creator of Cowboy Bebop, premieres April 5
Lazarus, a new anime from Shinichir? Watanabe, is set to premiere on Adult Swim at midnight on April 5, before coming to Max the next day.
Read MoreDirecTV launches Genre Packs, a more affordable way to get channels you actually want
DirecTV just launched more category groupings, to go along with the pre-existing sports pack. These new Genre Packs start at $35 per month.
Read MoreDisney+ just dropped an explosive trailer for Andor season 2
The second season of Andor premieres in just two months. Disney just dropped a trailer.
Read MoreNetflix hops aboard Sifu movie adaptation, assigns a screenwriter
Netflix is now involved with the film adaptation of video game Sifu, which seems to have caused some personnel shuffling.
Read MoreThere’s a new Avatar: The Last Airbender cartoon coming to Nickelodeon
It's finally happening. Nickelodeon has greenlit a sequel series to Avatar: The Legend of Korra. It's 26 episodes and series creators DiMartino and Konietzko are involved.
Read MoreThe Last of Us season 2 premieres on HBO and Max on April 13
Two years after the wildly successful first season aired on HBO and Max, The Last of Us finally has a return date.
Read MoreSonic the Hedgehog 3 zooms onto Paramount+ on February 18
You won't have to wait much longer to catch Sonic the Hedgehog 3 on Paramount+.
Read MoreThe Twisted Metal season two trailer finally shows off the titular tournament
Peacock's adaptation of Twisted Metal is coming back for season two, and there's a new trailer to prove it. The footage actually shows off the tournament itself.
Read MoreMagic: The Gathering lands deal for film and TV adaptions with Legendary Entertainment
Hasbro Entertainment and Legendary Entertainment have joined forces to bring Magic: The Gathering to the big and small screens.
Read MoreSundance premiere Luz explores how VR can help us find connection in the real world
In Flora Lau's Luz, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival this week, there's no downside to VR. It's just another way for humans to connect.
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Wearables (6)
Pixel Watch 3 receives FDA clearance for loss of pulse detection
The US FDA has approved "loss of pulse detection" for the Pixel Watch 3.
Read MoreOnePlus is delaying the Watch 3 launch because of a typo
OnePlus somehow let a typo on the watch's back — "Meda in China" — slip through quality control. As a result, the wearable's launch is being pushed back to April.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Watch 7 review: Incrementally better than its predecessor...again
The Galaxy Watch 7 is a capable companion for Samsung phones with an accessible Health app, reliable activity tracking and zippy performance. But the AOD battery performance holds it back.
Read MoreThe OnePlus Watch 3 arrives on February 18
The OnePlus Watch 3 has a release date in the US, Canada and Europe. The company says the wearable will run for up to five days on a single charge in smart mode and three days amid heavy usage.
Read MoreOura Ring 4 long-term review: Out ahead of its rivals
We took our time and spent the last few months examining if the Oura Ring 4 is worth your cash.
Read MoreThe FDA and EU clear Nuance Audio, smart glasses with built-in hearing aids, for sale
The Nuance Audio hearing aid smart glasses have received FDA clearance and a CE marking in the EU, clearing the way for a Q1 launch.
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Xbox (4)
Xbox has delayed its Fable reboot until 2026
Playground's reboot of Fable needs a bit more time, but Xbox's 2025 slate is looking strong enough to handle that delay.
Read MoreAvowed review: Elder Scrolls? I don’t know her
Though Avowed is set in the world of an existing franchise and it's yet another entry in the stacked genre of open-world fantasy RPGs, it feels like the start of something new.
Read MoreSouth of Midnight preview: Stopped motion
As I sat down to play the 90-minute South of Midnight preview, I had one major question: Why does the framerate look like that?
Read MoreFebruary’s Game Pass additions include Avowed and Madden NFL 25
Game Pass subscribers have some good stuff coming down the pike this month. There's a day one release for Avowed and games like Another Crab's Treasure and Madden 25.
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