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The best iPad cases for 2026
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The best iPad accessories for 2026
Here are some of the best accessories you can buy for your new iPad, including stands, hubs, chargers and more, as reviewed by Engadget editors.
Read MoreThe best SSDs in 2026
Here are the best SSDs you can get right now, plus how to choose the right one for you.
Read MoreThe best multi-device wireless charging pads for 2026
These multi-device wireless charging stands and pads will keep your setup as cord-free as possible.
Read MoreThe best stocking stuffer ideas you can shop for $50 or less
When you don't have a ton of space (or money) to spare, these gifts are clutch.
Read MoreThe 22 best gift ideas for the remote worker in your life
Make their home office environment more comfortable with these gadgets.
Read MoreThe best mobile microphones for 2026
Our top picks for phone mics will help you record anything and everything.
Read MoreThe best monitors for every budget in 2025
Here are the best computer monitors you can buy, as chosen by Engadget editors.
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AI (46)
Meta buys startup known for its AI task automation agents
Meta has acquired an AI startup called Manus known for its custom research and website-building agents in a deal valued at more than $2 billion.
Read MoreOpenAI is hiring a new Head of Preparedness to try to predict and mitigate AI's harms
In a post about the role, CEO Sam Altman said it'll be 'a stressful job and you'll jump into the deep end pretty much immediately.'
Read MoreNew York Times reporter files lawsuit against AI companies
New York Times author John Carreyrou is suing a slew of AI companies over copyright infringement.
Read MoreYou can now tweak how warm and enthusiastic ChatGPT's responses are
Users can now decide how much warmth, enthusiasm, emojis and headers they want in their ChatGPT responses.
Read MoreGovernor Hochul signs New York's AI safety act
The RAISE Act requires large AI developers to be more transparent about their safety protocols and incidents.
Read MoreGoogle Assistant will stick around a bit longer than expected for some Android users
Google has announced that it needs a bit more time to make Gemini the new default digital helper for most of its users.
Read MoreClaude's Chrome plugin is now available to all paid users
Anyone with a paid subscription can now use Claude in Google Chrome to navigate websites and take action in the background.
Read MoreGoogle’s NotebookLM introduces Data Tables feature
Google's latest addition to its NotebookLM artificial intelligence research platform is a feature called Data Tables.
Read MoreLG will let you delete the previously unremovable Microsoft Copilot shortcut on its smart TVs
A rep from LG said that the company "will take steps to allow users to delete the shortcut icon if they wish."
Read MoreAlexa+ can now answer your Ring doorbell and talk to people
Amazon says that Ring doorbells can use AI to recognize who is at the door and then activate Alexa+ for a conversation. We'll have to see how that shakes out in the real world.
Read MoreOpenAI just launched an app store inside ChatGPT
OpenAI has introduced an app directory that's now available right inside ChatGPT.
Read MoreGoogle's Gemini 3 Flash model outperforms GPT-5.2 in some benchmarks
Almost exactly a month after the debut of Gemini 3 Pro in November, Google has begun rolling out the more efficient Flash version of its latest AI model.
Read MoreAmazon in talks to invest $10 billion in OpenAI and supply its Trainium chips
Amazon is in discussions with OpenAI to invest $10 billion in the company while supplying more of its AI chips and cloud computing services.
Read MoreYouTube is letting creators make playable games with a Gemini 3 tool
Google's at it again, once more insisting that AI is something people need or want more of in their lives.
Read MoreChatGPT image generation is now faster and better at following tweaks
Arriving just in time to challenge Nano Banana Pro, OpenAI says its new image generation model is faster and more precise.
Read MoreLG quietly added an unremovable Microsoft Copilot app to TVs
The latest place you may find Microsoft Copilot is on your LG smart television, whether you want it or not.
Read More'Slop' is Merriam-Webster's word of the year
Merriam-Webster has named 'slop' as its word of the year.
Read MoreGoogle pulls AI-generated videos of Disney characters from YouTube in response to cease and desist
Google has reportedly pulled dozens of videos featuring Disney IP, including Deadpool and Star Wars characters.
Read MoreGrok is spreading inaccurate info again, this time about the Bondi Beach shooting
xAI's chatbot is responding to users with misleading information and off-topic answers about the Bondi Beach shooting.
Read MoreKindle's in-book AI assistant can answer all your questions without spoilers
Amazon's latest feature lets you use AI within your Kindle to refresh your memory on character or plot points.
Read MoreOpenAI signs deal to bring Disney characters to Sora and ChatGPT
OpenAI and Disney have signed a three-year partnership that will see Disney characters come to Sora and ChatGPT
Read MoreTrump orders creation of litigation task force to challenge state AI laws
On Thursday evening, President Donald Trump signed an executive order calling for a single regulatory framework governing artificial intelligence in the US at the expense of different states to regulate the nascent technology.
Read MoreAmazon's AI-generated recap tool didn't watch Fallout very closely
Amazon's AI-generated recap for the first season of Fallout gets basic details about the show wrong.
Read MoreDisney's deal with OpenAI is about controlling the future of copyright
To say Disney and OpenAI make for strange bedfellows is an understatement.
Read MoreNew York passes law requiring ads to disclose the use of AI performers
New York is introducing new safeguards around how AI performers are used in ads, and how someone's likeness can be used after their death.
Read MoreOpenAI releases GPT-5.2 to take on Google and Anthropic
OpenAI's "code red" response to Google's Gemini 3 Pro has arrived.
Read MoreLawsuit accuses ChatGPT of reinforcing delusions that led to a woman's death
OpenAI is facing a wrongful death lawsuit after a man killed his mother and took his own life back in August. The suit suggests that ChatGPT reinforced delusions that he was being surveilled.
Read MoreGoogle Disco is an experimental web browser that builds AI widgets based on your tabs
The latest experiment emerging out of Google Labs is Disco, which is the company's AI-driven approach to web browsing.
Read MoreDisney has accused Google of copyright infringement on a 'massive scale'
Disney has sent a cease-and-desist letter to Google, alleging copyright infringement.
Read MoreGoogle's Gemini AI comes to Chrome on iPhone and iPad
After rolling it out on desktop and Android earlier in 2025, Google is finally bringing its built-in Gemini AI experience to iPhone and iPad.
Read MoreMeta is reportedly working on a new AI model called 'Avocado' and it might not be open source
Meta is reportedly working on a new model, known inside of Meta as "Avocado," which could mark a shift away from open source.
Read MoreOpenAI's house of cards seems primed to collapse
OpenAI is in a far less commanding position than it was following the public release of ChatGPT a few short years ago.
Read MoreAdobe brings Photoshop, Acrobat and Adobe Express to ChatGPT
Starting today, you can access Photoshop, Acrobat and Adobe Express inside of ChatGPT. All the apps are free to use through the chatbot, though before you can begin using Acrobat and Adobe Express, you'll need to sign into your Adobe account.
Read MoreSlack's CEO is joining OpenAI to find the money to pay for all those data centers
Slack CEO Denise Dresser is joining OpenAI as the company's new Chief Revenue Officer.
Read MoreNearly one-third of teens use AI chatbots daily
Nearly one-third of US teens report using AI chatbots daily or more, according to a new report from Pew Research.
Read MoreAmazon is rolling out new shopping features for Alexa+, because of course it is
The assistant can keep an eye on a certain product and automatically order the item when it's on sale for a price you specify.
Read MoreOpenAI’s head of ChatGPT says posts appearing to show in-app ads are ‘not real or not ads’
OpenAI claims that certain screenshots of ChatGPT chatlogs aren't displaying live ads, but app integration.
Read MoreMeta's latest acquisition suggests hardware plans beyond glasses and headsets
Limitless will work on consumer AI hardware, likely supported by Meta's new design studio led by Alan Dye.
Read MoreThe New York Times and Chicago Tribune sue Perplexity over alleged copyright infringement
Both publications claim the AI company scraped their works for LLM training and often reproduced content verbatim.
Read MoreWhere the hell is Samsung's Ballie robot?
Ballie has been promised to us multiple times over the last few years, but we're still waiting to see if it becomes a real product.
Read MoreOpenAI's new confession system teaches models to be honest about bad behaviors
OpenAI is working on a framework that will train AI models to acknowledge when they've engaged in undesirable behavior.
Read MoreAmazon rolls out a find-a-scene Alexa+ feature for Prime Video
The Fire TV tool can understand quotes, character names and scene descriptions and take you to that point of a movie.
Read MoreSuperhuman (formerly Grammarly) has some AI updates for its Superhuman Mail app
The new features are designed with business users in mind.
Read MoreGoogle Discover is testing AI-generated headlines and they aren't good
The company's latest test is using generative AI on stories in Google Discover.
Read MoreGrok would prefer a second Holocaust over harming Elon Musk
The chatbot may have also doxxed Dave Portnoy.
Read MoreRaspberry Pi raises prices, thanks to AI
Raspberry Pi is raising prices on many single-board computers. It blames AI memory needs for these increases.
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Apps (10)
Apple is bringing even more ads to the App Store
Apple just announced it will be integrating more ads into the App Store. This will primarily impact search results.
Read MoreThe FTC is reportedly investigating Instacart over its AI pricing tool
The Federal Trade Commission has sent Instacart a civil investigative demand, seeking information about its AI-powered pricing tool, according to Reuters.
Read MoreEven Uber has an end-of-year wrap-up now
YOUBER recaps your Uber and Uber Eats habits for the year.
Read MoreGoogle Translate is now better at translating slang terms and idioms using AI
Google has also introduced a new speech-to-speech translation feature for headphones.
Read MoreTikTok announces shared feed and collections features
TikTok just announced new social elements for the app. There's now a shared feed and a collections feature.
Read MoreRussia reportedly bans Snapchat and FaceTime
Russia's federal media agency has reportedly blocked access to Snapchat and FaceTime because the platforms were used for terrorism and fraud.
Read MoreProton Sheets joins the company's productivity suite
The latest addition to Proton's workplace suite is a spreadsheet tool called Proton Sheets.
Read MoreYouTube just introduced a yearly recap of your watched videos
YouTube is doing its yearly recap in the main app for the first time, so the focus is primarily on video. It'll show your favorite channels, videos and more.
Read MoreAmazon Music's year-end recap arrives today
Amazon Music Delivered is now available for subscribers. This is the platform's take on Spotify Wrapped.
Read MoreMarques Brownlee's controversial Panels app is shutting down
YouTuber Marques Brownlee's Panels app is officially shutting down at the end of year. Those who paid for annual subscriptions will be getting refunds.
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Audio (9)
LG announces new line of xboom speakers ahead of CES
LG just revealed several new speakers in the xboom line ahead of CES 2026. These speakers include AI algorithms for EQ and lighting.
Read MoreSamsung's two new speakers will deliver crisp audio while blending into your decor
Samsung's Music Studio 5 and 7 will come with new AI features for better bass control.
Read MoreHow to find lost AirPods
Whether you've misplaced one earbud or the whole kit and its case, you can find it fairly easily.
Read MoreThe best DACs for Apple Music Lossless in 2026
All the equipment you need to listen to hifi audio wherever you are.
Read MoreDolby and LG introduce a modular home audio system for CES 2026
The LG Sound Suite features a modular lineup that can be combined in more than two dozen different configurations.
Read MoreThis cute little Behringer synthesizer sounds massive and costs just $49
Behringer just released the UB-1 Micro portable synthesizer. It's based on the Oberheim Matrix and is extremely budget-friendly.
Read MoreAlexa Home Theater: Everything you need to know about Amazon's newest Echo feature
Testing the spatial surround sound feature with the company's latest smart speakers.
Read MoreFairphone updates its over ear headphones with better sound
Fairphone updates its headphones for 2025 with better sound and more ethical raw materials.
Read MoreApple's AirPods 4 with ANC are back on sale for $99
If you missed the Black Friday sale on Apple's AirPods 4 with ANC, you're in luck — they're back on sale at the same $99 price.
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Best Gaming (97)
January's PS Plus Monthly Games include Need for Speed Unbound and Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed
Sony is dropping a few new games onto its PlayStation Plus Monthly Games catalog. These include Need for Speed Unbound and Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed.
Read MoreThe OneXSugar Wallet is an upcoming retro handheld with a 4:3 foldable screen
Proceed with caution.
Read MoreCo-founder of CD Projekt Micha? Kici?ski has acquired GOG, the company's game storefront
A CD Projekt co-founder has acquired its game storefront, GOG.
Read MoreRainbow Six Siege servers are back online after shutting down in response to Marketplace hacks
Rainbow Six Siege players will have to wait until Ubisoft resolves this major breach that led to a complete server shutdown.
Read MoreAyaneo's latest Game Boy remake will have an early bird starting price of $269
The Ayaneo Pocket Vert will be available in three colors via a crowdfunding campaign that will go live soon.
Read MoreStardew Valley players on the Nintendo Switch 2 get a free upgrade
The Stardew Valley Upgrade Pack for Nintendo Switch 2 players adds local and online multiplayer, along with Game Share compatibility
Read MoreHere’s the first real look at the Retroid Pocket 6 running PS2 games
The Retroid Pocket 6 can be seen in both thumbstick configurations and playing PS2 games.
Read MoreHow to set up a PS5 for a child
Everything you need to know about creating a child-friendly PS5 setup with clear limits on screen time, content access, online interactions and more.
Read MoreHow to transfer your games to the Nintendo Switch 2
Moving all your content from one Nintendo console to another is pretty straightforward.
Read MoreSteam and Valve's online games are partially down
Steam is down for some users, along with online APIs for Valve's multiplayer games.
Read MoreToday's the last day to get $100 off the PS5 and PS5 Pro
This is your last chance to pick up a discounted PS5 or PS5 Pro. The consoles have been $100 off since November but that ends tonight.
Read MoreHow to redeem game codes on the Nintendo Switch 2
Get digital games quickly by following simple steps to redeem game codes either on your Switch 2 or online.
Read MoreNintendo has huge discounts on Switch 2 games in its holiday sale
Nintendo is in a giving state of mind this season, offering some holiday deals on games, including a few recent Switch 2 titles.
Read MoreIO Interactive's 007 First Light has been delayed until May 27
That James Bond game 007 First Light has been delayed from March until May 27. The developer says this is for polish and refinement.
Read MoreXbox cloud gaming comes to newer Amazon Fire TV models
Some Amazon Fire TV models now support Xbox cloud gaming. These include the Fire TV 4-Series and the Fire TV Omni QLED Series.
Read More2025 was the year Xbox died
The Xbox brand effectively died this year. But can it be resurrected as a PC platform?
Read MoreCall of Duty co-creator Vince Zampella killed in a car crash
Game developer Vince Zampella, known for his work on many popular first-person shooter franchises, has died.
Read MoreThe Indie Game Awards snatches back two trophies from Clair Obscur over its use of generative AI
The Indie Game Awards has stripped Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 of two awards over its use of generative AI. The awards ceremony doesn't allow the use of generative AI in any capacity.
Read MoreHow to pair controllers with the Nintendo Switch 2
Connecting controllers to your new console is easy if you know where to look.
Read MoreGuliKit's $20 mod makes the ROG Xbox Ally's joysticks drift-free
These aftermarket joysticks offer more precision and durability compared to the Xbox handheld's stock design.
Read MoreGame publisher says cheaper Switch 2 cartridges are coming in since-deleted post
A post from ININ Games, which is no longer available, mentioned that Nintendo announced two new cartridges with less storage capacity.
Read MoreValve discontinued the last remaining LCD model of the Steam Deck
The entry-level Steam Deck LCD, which started at $399, is gone for good.
Read MoreNetflix is acquiring game avatar maker Ready Player Me
Netflix has acquired a startup that creates tools to create digital avatars that can be used across different games.
Read MoreA total League of Legends revamp is coming in 2027
Riot Games has confirmed that it's working on a massive update for League of Legends.
Read MoreSteam Winter Sale discounts Clair Obscur, Silent Hill f and more
Valve is running a Steam Winter Sale from December 18, 2025, through January 5, 2026, with discounts on hit games.
Read MoreSony settles with Tencent over 'slavish' Horizon clone
Sony and Tencent have reached a "confidential settlement" over Tencent's Light of Motiram, which Sony called a 'slavish clone' of Horizon Zero Dawn.
Read MoreThe first post-EA FIFA soccer sim will be a Netflix Games exclusive
FIFA's return to soccer sim games will be developed by Delphi Interactive and available exclusively on Netflix.
Read MoreIO Interactive's 007 First Light reimagines James Bond as a young and reckless spy
The creators of the Hitman series have honed their style of- open-ended and spectacle-driven sandboxes across several games, and now they're taking their signature immersive gameplay to the world of James Bond.
Read MoreSteam Replay 2025 is here to recap your PC gaming habits
The Spotify Wrapped-ification of all things continues unabated.
Read MoreThe last Xbox update of 2025 includes a handy Wireless Headset upgrade
Microsoft is updating the Xbox Wireless Headset so that it supports Bluetooth LE Audio on Windows 11 devices.
Read MoreNYT Games has a year-in-review thing now too
The New York Times is getting in on the year-end roundup bandwagon.
Read MoreRainbow Six Mobile will finally be available in February after years of testing
The long-awaited Rainbow Six Mobile comes out in February, 2026. It's been in the testing phase for years.
Read MoreDead Island 3 is in development and will reportedly come out in 2028
The zombie-shooting sim Dead Island 3 is still in development, according to financial documents. These documents suggest a 2028 release date.
Read MoreDivinity: Original Sin 2 for modern consoles is free for old fans
The definitive version of Divinity: Original Sin 2 is now available for the PS5, Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox X|S.
Read MoreHollow Knight: Silksong's upcoming DLC pack will be free for all players
The nautically-themed Sea of Sorrow update will come to the Hollow Knight: Silksong some time in 2026, and will be free for all players.
Read MoreFallout season 2's first episode will premiere a little earlier than expected
It might be time to cancel your Tuesday evening plans if you've been looking forward to this.
Read MoreBungie's Marathon will arrive in March
Sony released a 23-minute video showing an updated look and new features.
Read MoreAmazon sells MOBA March of Giants to Ubisoft
The team that's making the game is moving to Ubisoft as well.
Read MoreSwallowing the Moon and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, charming the ultra-rich in order to steal their stuff, eating drywall and a roguelike deckbuilder with pinball.
Read MoreA new AAA Alien game is reportedly in the works
A new arcade survival horror game in the Alien franchise is expected to be released in 2028.
Read MoreHalf-Life 3 is rumored to be a Steam Machine launch title and could arrive in spring 2026
The latest rumors for Half-Life 3 point to a potential release next year with the Steam Machine.
Read MoreCRKD's Nitro Deck 2 works for both the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2
The new Nitro Deck 2 has a retractable locking mechanism that fits any Nintendo Switch model.
Read MoreClair Obscur: Expedition 33 devs dropped a big update after sweeping The Game Awards
The game hauled in a record-breaking nine wins at The Game Awards.
Read MoreEverything announced and all the winners at The Game Awards 2025
This year at The Game Awards, if your game wasn't melodramatic, mechanically innovative, beautifully presented and aggressively French, it really didn't stand a chance.
Read MoreHousemarque's Saros is delayed to April 30
Housemarque's upcoming game Saros has been delayed, but only a few weeks.
Read More4:LOOP is a co-op shooter from the creator of Left 4 Dead and JJ Abrams' Bad Robot
Bad Robot Games has announced 4:LOOP, a new co-op action game from the lead designer of Left 4 Dead.
Read MoreStar Wars: Galactic Racer is a podracing game set for 2026
That's a neat first project from a new studio formed by ex-Burnout and Need for Speed developers.
Read MoreExodus is delayed to early 2027
There's good news and bad news about Exodus coming out of The Game Awards.
Read MoreLara Croft will return in Tomb Raider: Catalyst and a new remake
Amazon is publishing two new Tom Raider games in the next two years: Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis in 2026 and Tomb Raider: Catalyst in 2027.
Read MoreLego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight swoops onto PC and consoles on May 29
It will help fill a GTA VI-sized gap that week.
Read MoreSouth of Midnight is coming to PS5 and Switch 2 next spring
The former Xbox exclusive action-adventure game is coming to consoles other than the Xbox in 2026.
Read MoreThe devs of SOMA are back with a spiritual successor called Ontos
Frictional Games is back with a new game that looks primed to carry on the studio's tradition of excellence in horror.
Read MoreControl Resonant steps into a larger world that's inspired by Neon Genesis Evangelion
Just ahead of the reveal at The Game Awards, we got an early look at Control: Resonant, the next game in the Remedy Connected Universe.
Read MoreLarian Studios is returning to the Divinity series with... Divinity
The Baldur's Gate III studio is making its biggest game to date.
Read MoreTen years after The Witness, Jonathan Blow's next massive puzzle game is almost ready for primetime
Order of the Sinking Star is set to arrive in 2026.
Read MoreCoven of the Chicken Foot is the debut game from Naughty Dog alum Bruce Straley's indie studio
Wildflower Interactive's first game is a fantastical single-player adventure starring an unlikely duo.
Read MoreStar Wars: Fate of the Old Republic is a new action RPG from the director of Mass Effect and KOTOR
The Game Awards kicked off with a bang, showing the world premiere of Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic.
Read MoreCapcom's Pragmata is coming your way on April 24
The long-delayed sci-fi shooter is also confirmed for Switch 2 and a demo is out now on Steam.
Read MoreBradley the Badger looks like Wreck-It Ralph as a real video game
Upcoming project Bradley the Badger is a love letter to games and a meta commentary on their development.
Read MoreFortnite is back on the Google Play Store
Epic Games' hit title Fortnite has returned to the Google Play Store in the US
Read MoreWario’s one and only 3D platformer is now playable on Switch 2
Wario World is a 2003 GameCube game that has never been re-released before now.
Read MoreMewgenics, the next game from The Binding of Isaac's developer, will arrive next February on PC
Indie game developer Edmund McMillen hosted a Reddit AMA today offering some more details about his upcoming game Mewgenics.
Read MoreThe NES game Jaws is getting a retro physical re-release on Switch and PS5
Limited Run Games' reissue will be available for Switch and PS5.
Read MoreThe world premieres and other hotness from The Game Awards 2025 Day of the Devs stream
Check out new games from Deconstructeam, Finij, Panic Stations and more.
Read MorePS Plus Game Catalog additions for December include Assassin's Creed Mirage
Sony just announced new Game Catalog additions for PS Plus subscribers. These include Assassin's Creed Mirage and Skate Story, among others.
Read MoreThe UK government will 'look into' Rockstar's firing of union-organizing workers
Although Rockstar said it was for "gross misconduct," all were part of a private union-organizing Discord group.
Read MoreThe next Nintendo Switch Online additions are N64 games Rayman 2: The Great Escape and Tonic Trouble
The Rayman series celebrated its 30th anniversary a few months ago.
Read MoreCloverPit, a Balatro-style game with a grungy slot machine, hits iOS and Android on December 17
The roguelite has been a success on Steam and Xbox.
Read MoreWatch the Day of the Devs: Game Awards 2025 edition right here at 1PM ET
Expect three release dates, six world premieres and 22 awesome indie games.
Read MoreRepair iconic 2000s-era gadgets in upcoming indie game ReStory
In upcoming indie game ReStory, you play the owner of a Tokyo electronics repair shop in the mid 2000s.
Read MoreHow to watch The Game Awards 2025 on December 11
Stream all of The Game Awards everywhere from YouTube to Facebook Live on Thursday night.
Read MorePlayStation's 2025 Wrap-Up is here, so you can see how many hours you've sunk into Death Stranding 2
Sony just unveiled the PlayStation 2025 Wrap-Up. This provides players with a digital card that chronicles their favorite games and genres from the year.
Read MoreSkyrim arrives on the Switch 2
The digital-only port costs $60 if you don't own it for the original Switch.
Read MoreMicrosoft Flight Sim 2024 now has a Stranger Things expansion
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 just introduced an expansion inspired by the Netflix show Stranger Things. It lets people fly over Hawkins and complete missions.
Read MoreThe AI boom could soon send GPU prices soaring, so now's a good time to buy one
With the AI boom poised to make all consumer electronics more expensive, there might be a small window of opportunity to buy a GPU at a reasonable price.
Read MoreKatsuhiro Harada is leaving Bandai Namco after 30 years
Harada announced the news both with a farewell note shared on X and, in possibly the coolest exit ever, with an hour-long DJ mix.
Read MoreAnalogue is weaponizing your nostalgia with these translucent versions of its 3D console
Analogue just announced new colorways for its 3D console, which plays N64 games. The translucent designs resemble Nintendo's redesigns from the late 1990s.
Read MoreA Marvel beat-'em-up, long-awaited survival horror and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, an RPG made with 3D ASCII art and a bizarre idle game that features geese and human fingers.
Read MorePixel owners: You can now use your phone as a Switch 2 webcam
The November Pixel Drop provided the fix.
Read MoreLiquid Swords' debut title is a $25 'noir action game' coming next year
Samson: A Tyndalston Story is from the creator of Just Cause.
Read MoreSplitgate: Arena Reloaded tries to fix what Splitgate 2 broke
Portal shooter Splitgate 2 is coming back with a new name and rebuilt experience after being pulled back to beta earlier this year.
Read Moreiam8bit is suing Skybound Game Studios alleging fraud and theft of designs
Skybound Game Studios is being sued by indie outfit iam8bit on charges including fraud and breach of contract, including the theft of original designs.
Read MoreCairn's new release date is January 29, 2026
Anticipated indie game Cairn has gotten a new release date after a delay in the fall.
Read MoreAmazon Luna's December lineup includes Hollow Knight, Lego 2K Drive and a few Fallout games
As usual, it's a mix of cloud games and redeemable PC codes.
Read MorePixel-art cyberpunk game Replaced arrives in March
It's a 2.5D action platformer with fluid movement and combat.
Read MorePlayStation teams up with Bad Robot and the creator of Left 4 Dead for a co-op shooter
It's surely time for the Super 8 game we've all been waiting for.
Read MoreArtist Bungie plagiarized for Marathon alpha says the issue has been resolved
Bungie and Sony have resolved issues with Antireal, an artist whose work was used without permission in Marathon.
Read MoreNetflix is getting rid of another of its game studios by selling it back to its founders
Spry Fox will revert to being an independent company and will continue developing its upcoming MMO.
Read MoreTencent agrees to stop promoting its Horizon ripoff during Sony lawsuit
Tencent has agreed to stop promoting and publicly testing Light of Motiram as a lawsuit with Sony continues. The game has been accused of being a clone of the Horizon franchise.
Read MoreRussia blocks Roblox, citing 'LGBT propaganda' as a reason
Russia has blocked the popular gaming platform Roblox. The country has accused it of distributing "LGBT propaganda."
Read MoreEpic bans indie game Horses from its storefront 24 hours before release
Developer Santa Ragione previously said it was at risk of closure after Valve blocked the game from Steam.
Read MoreSony is bringing MLB The Show to iOS and Android
The free-to-play game is a "standalone experience built from the ground up" for mobile devices.
Read MorePixelity will playtest its Evangelion XR game later this month
A select number of players can try it out in California and Japan.
Read MoreBall x Pit is evolving with a string of free updates in 2026
The ball-fusing, tile-smashing roguelite is a bona fide hit after selling more than a million copies.
Read MoreDecember Game Pass additions include Mortal Kombat 1 and Dome Keeper
There are new titles heading to Game Pass. These include Mortal Kombat 1, Dome Keeper and Routine, among others.
Read MoreMetroid Prime 4: Beyond review: an excellent modernization, but not a total reinvention
Nintendo didn't totally reimagine the Metroid Prime series, but Beyond is still a thrilling adventure.
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Big Tech (42)
Apple escalates its appeal of a $2 billion fine from a UK antitrust lawsuit
Apple wants to try its luck with the UK's Court of Appeal in a groundbreaking antitrust lawsuit revolving around App Store fees.
Read MoreApple will allow third-party app stores and payment processing in Brazil
Brazilian regulators have reached a settlement with Apple regarding the companies App Store fees.
Read MoreUS bans former EU Commissioner and others over social media rules
The Trump administration has issued travel bans that prohibit five European tech researchers, including one former EU Commissioner, from entering the United States.
Read MoreUS bans new foreign-made drones and components
The Federal Communications Commission has added foreign-made drones and their critical components to the agency's "Covered List."
Read MoreUber allows violent felons to drive on its platform, investigation finds
A New York Times investigation showed Uber is allowing drivers with violent felony convictions.
Read MoreInstacart is ending its controversial price tests
Instacart is ending support for price testing tools on its platform.
Read MoreMark Zuckerberg's nonprofit cuts ties with the immigration advocacy group he co-founded
Four out of five doctors recommend stretching your knee before excessive bending.
Read MoreSony is buying Peanuts
Sony is buying an additional 41 percent stake in Peanuts. It has owned 39 percent of the franchise since 2018.
Read MoreTrump Media is merging with a Google-backed fusion energy company in a deal worth $6 billion
Trump media, the company behind Truth social, is merging with TAE Technologies, a fusion energy company backed by Google. The deal is worth around $6 billion.
Read MoreChina reportedly has a prototype EUV machine built by ex-ASML employees
Reuters reports that scientists in China have created a prototype of a machine that could eventually be used to produce semiconductor chips capable of powering AI.
Read MoreStudy links Amazon's algorithmic pricing with erratic, inflated costs for school districts
It also routes public funds away from local businesses and toward overseas ones — and Amazon itself.
Read MoreUber and DoorDash challenge NYC law that encourages tipping
Uber and DoorDash are challenging a forthcoming NYC law that encourages tipping. The companies filed a federal lawsuit on the grounds that customers are suffering from "tipping fatigue."
Read MoreAmazon is set to lay off 370 workers at its European HQ
The company announced plans to fire 14,000 employees in October amid its deepening embrace of AI.
Read MorePayPal applies to become a bank under Trump's looser financial rules
It's already a registered bank in Europe.
Read MoreDoom studio id Software forms 'wall-to-wall' union, with a majority of employees voting in favor
Doom studio id Software has voted to unionize. This is a wall-to-wall union, meaning it impacts the entire staff.
Read MoreApple (mostly) loses its appeal in Epic Games case
Apple has clawed back a bit of ground in its legal fight with Epic Games, although an appeals court mostly upheld the previous ruling.
Read MoreIntel loses its latest challenge to 16-year-old EU antitrust case
But it got its penalty reduced by a third.
Read MoreState Department: Calibri font was a DEI hire
The US State Department is switching from accessible Calibri font to Times New Roman on all communications.
Read MoreAmazon brings same-day deliveries of perishable food items to 1,300 new areas
Amazon is bringing same-day delivery of perishable food items to more than a thousand new cities and towns throughout the country. These areas include Salt Lake City, Fort Collins and more.
Read MorePetco accidentally exposed heaps of customer information
Petco has accidentally exposed customer information via its Vetco veterinary clinics service. A portion of the website has been taken down.
Read MoreStudy shows that Instacart was charging different amounts for the same items
Instacart was running price experiments with certain retailers, according to a new study.
Read MoreTexas authorities have made multiple arrests in an NVIDIA GPU smuggling operation
Authorities in Texas made arrests in a vast smuggling operation for H100 and H200 NVIDIA chips.
Read MoreEU opens antitrust investigation into Google's AI practices
The European Commission is digging into Google's lack of compensation for publishers and YouTube creators.
Read MoreNVIDIA can now sell its high-end AI chips to 'approved customers in China,' Trump says
NVIDIA is now allowed to sell its high-end H200 processors to China, rather than just the sanction-approved H20 model that China had previously declined to buy.
Read MoreThe year age verification laws came for the open internet
Age verification laws are, in some ways, part of a years-long reckoning over child safety online, as tech companies have shown themselves unable to prevent serious harms to their most vulnerable users.
Read MoreCongress removes right to repair language from 2026 defense bill
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 has removed language that would have granted the US military the right to repair its own equipment rather than requiring it to use official defense contractors for maintenance
Read MoreParamount makes a $108 billion hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
It's taking the all-cash offer straight to shareholders after WBD's board accepted an $83 billion bid from Netflix.
Read MoreUber will let marketers target ads based on users' trip and takeout data
Uber will begin offering customer data to marketers through a new insights platform called Uber Intelligence.
Read MoreJudge puts a one-year limit on Google's contracts for default search placement
Google will have to renegotiate its contracts every year, a judge ruled on Friday.
Read MoreApple's Johny Srouji could continue the company's executive exodus, according to report
The Apple exec largely responsible for the transition to in-house silicon may have one foot out of the door.
Read MoreMeta cuts deals with several news publishers for AI use
Meta has entered into AI data sharing agreements with several news organizations. This will be used to answer user queries based on real-time events.
Read MoreX hit with $140 million fine from the EU
The decision concerns three separate breaches of the EU's digital laws.
Read MoreChinese hackers reportedly targeting government entities using 'Brickstorm' malware
One organization was likely infiltrated for over a year.
Read MoreAmazon reportedly considering ending ties with the US Postal Service
Amazon is considering ending its use of the USPS.
Read MoreMeta's Oversight Board wants to expand its powers in 2026
The Oversight Board is getting ready to tackle a new pain point for Facebook and Instagram users as it looks to expand its purview in 2026.
Read MoreApple design lead Alan Dye is heading to Meta
Dye will oversee a new design studio at Meta focused on hardware, software and AI integrations.
Read MoreZillow removes climate risk scores after agents complain about sales
Zillow has dropped its climate risk score after agents complained that it impacted sales. The company just started the program last year.
Read MoreInstacart sues New York City over minimum pay, tipping laws
The company framed its lawsuit as a fight for shoppers, consumers and local grocers.
Read MoreShopify was down for much of Cyber Monday
If you're having trouble while trying to check out at an online retailer, this might be why.
Read MoreApple will reportedly refuse to pre-install India's state-mandated security app
Critics worry the app, billed for finding missing devices, presents cybersecurity risks.
Read MoreTexas AG opens probe into Shein
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has opened an investigation into retailer Shein.
Read MoreApple hires Google veteran as its new vice president of AI
Apple has tapped AI researcher Amar Subramanya, a longtime Google exec, as its new VP of AI. Current AI exec, John Giannandrea, will retire from Apple in 2026.
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Buying Guides (10)
The best gifts cards to give this holiday season: Amazon, Apple, Best Buy and others
These are the best digital gift cards to send as last-minute gifts this year, if you've procrastinated a bit too much with your holiday shopping.
Read MoreThe 12 best last-minute Christmas gifts for 2025 that will arrive by December 24
These gadgets are small and affordable, and should ship quickly in a pinch.
Read MoreThe best subscription box gifts for 2025
When you won't see friends or family in person for the holidays, these gift ideas will come in clutch.
Read MoreThe 10 best white elephant gifts worth fighting over for 2025
They're a bit more complex than gag gifts.
Read MoreThe best Christmas gift ideas everyone on your 2025 holiday shopping list will love
Our favorite gift ideas this year come from Apple, Lego, Sony, Nintendo, Ninja and others.
Read MoreThe best Secret Santa gift ideas for 2025: Affordable gifts you can still get from Lego, Apple, Yeti and more
These gift ideas are crowd-pleasers, plus they won't break the bank.
Read MoreThe best subscription gifts to send to your loved ones this Christmas: Disney+ bundle, MasterClass, Field Notes and more
From Headspace to Apple One, these gift ideas will come in handy if you've procrastinated with your shopping.
Read MoreEngadget's best of 2025
The highest-rated devices that Engadget reviewed this year in a variety of categories.
Read MoreThe best things Engadget editors bought in 2025
These are the items we can't stop raving about this year, and that will serve us well into 2026.
Read MoreTech's biggest winners of 2025
The companies, products and trends that fared the best over the last 12 months.
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Cameras (3)
Antigravity A1 drone review: FPV flying unlike anything else
With 360-degree cameras, FPV goggles and an innovative, accessible control style, this debut drone is a lot of fun.
Read MoreNikon ZR review: A highly capable cinema camera at a reasonable price
Nikon's ZR offers the best RAW video quality in any consumer camera, including models costing much more.
Read MoreSony's much-anticipated A7 V is here with a faster 33MP sensor and 4K 120p video
Sony has launched its mid-range flagship mirrorless camera, the A7 V, with a strong emphasis on speed but a bit less on video than some may have hoped.
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Computing (8)
IDC warns of major PC market downturn due to memory crunch
The IDC predicts RAM costs could lead to more expensive PCs and shrink the market by 8.9 percent in 2026.
Read MoreYou may soon be able to change your Gmail address
A Google support page in Hindi says the feature is "gradually rolling out to all users."
Read MoreLG announces line of premium gaming monitors that offer 5K visuals
LG just announced a new line of gaming monitors called UltraGear evo. These displays offer 5K visuals.
Read MoreSamsung's latest Odyssey gaming monitor has a 32-inch 6K screen with glasses-free 3D
Ahead of CES 2026, Samsung has unveiled a number of impressive gaming monitors including a couple of "world's first" models.
Read MoreMicrosoft's Copilot+ AI PC plan fizzled, but it still served a purpose
Microsoft's Copilot+ AI PC plan launched with a ton of hype, but the company has little to show for it today.
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle Scribe Colorsoft finally has a release date: December 10
The company announced the latest generation of its writing tablet in October.
Read MoreCrucial is a casualty of AI's hunger for RAM
Micron Technology is winding down its consumer Crucial RAM and SSD brand to focus on providing parts for the AI industry.
Read MoreHow to use Magnifier on a MacBook to zoom in on faraway text
Magnifier can use your MacBook camera or a connected webcam to zoom in on things around you and identify text.
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Cybersecurity (11)
Pro-Russian hacker group claims responsibility for DDoS attack on French postal service
A pro-Russian hacker group claims responsibility for a recent cyberattack on the French national postal service.
Read MoreHow a VPN works (and why you should care)
An explanation that gets technical without requiring a PhD to read.
Read MoreTexas sues five TV manufacturers over predatory ad-targeting spyware
AG Ken Paxton accused Sony, Samsung, LG, Hisense and TCL of "spying on Texans."
Read MoreGoogle is retiring its free dark web monitoring tool next year
Google is shutting down the free tool that can tell you if your personal information has appeared on the dark web.
Read More12 steps you can take right now to be safer online
Adopt these common-sense cybersecurity habits and you'll be a harder target than 99 percent of people.
Read MoreHackers tricked ChatGPT, Grok and Google into helping them install malware
Using popular AI chatbots, attackers created Google-friendly links that instructed a user to hack their own device.
Read MoreIndia is reportedly considering another draconian smartphone surveillance plan
The nation's telecom industry wants to force smartphone makers to leave devices' location services on at all times, with no way to turn them off.
Read MoreIndia will no longer require smartphone makers to preinstall its state-run 'cybersecurity' app
Apple, Samsung and opposition leaders and privacy experts warned that it could be used for mass surveillance.
Read MoreExpressVPN adds a Fastest Location button and launches a new native Mac app
If you thought it already had those things, you're not alone. Let me explain.
Read MoreIndia will require a state-owned cybersecurity app to be installed on all smartphones
India will require smartphone manufacturers to install a state-owned cybersecurity app on all devices.
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Deals (54)
1Password deal: Last chance to save 50 percent on our favorite password manager
The sale brings the price of the Individual plan down to $24 for a year.
Read MoreThe best streaming deals: Get 50 percent off MasterClass subscriptions, plus save on Starz, Audible, Crunchyroll and others
Stream all of the shows, movies and sports you want and save a bit of cash.
Read MoreAirPods Pro 3 drop to a record low of $199
Pick up Apple's newest earbuds while they are cheaper than ever.
Read MoreGet up to 78 percent off ExpressVPN two-year plans for the holidays
Two years of the Advanced tier (with four bonus months) only costs $101.
Read MoreThe best iPad deals this week include the iPad mini for $100 off
Here are the best iPad deals we could find, along with a few other noteworthy Apple deals available across the web right now.
Read MoreApple's USB-C Magic Mouse is back on sale for $68
Amazon is selling Apple's USB-C Magic Mouse for $68. This isn't a record-low price, but it's close.
Read MoreOne of our favorite budgeting apps is 50 percent off right now
The deal brings the cost of a Monarch Money plan down to $50 for the first year.
Read MoreMasterClass deal: Get 50 percent off subscriptions for the holidays
Learn about tennis from Serena Williams or music from John Legend.
Read MorePick up the Samsung P9 microSD Express card for Switch 2 while it's down to a record low
Grab one for $33 on Amazon.
Read MoreSave on Crunchyroll annual subscriptions this holiday season
You can get a year-long Crunchyroll Fan subscription for $65 or a Mega Fan subscription for $100.
Read MoreThe Meta Quest 3S is back down to its Cyber Monday all-time low of $250
The Meta Quest 3S is back on sale for its record-low price.
Read MoreBose's new QuietComfort Headphones are 53 percent off
Pick them up for the record-low price of $70.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch Series 11 is $100 off and cheaper than ever
You can pick one up for $299 right now.
Read MorePick up our favorite Anker MagSafe power bank while it's on sale for 34 percent off
Get Anker's MagGo 10,000mAh power bank for just $60.
Read MoreApple's Studio Display is $230 off right now
$1,368 is nearly the cheapest as we've seen Apple's 5K monitor.
Read MoreGet three months of Apple Music for only $1 right now
There's a great deal on Apple Music right now. New subscribers can get three months for just $1.
Read MoreNew Philo subscribers can get their first month of access for $25
You can get $8 off your first taste of the live TV streaming service, which includes HBO Max and Discovery+.
Read MoreThe Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle is still on sale for $50 off right now
Pick up the duo for $449 in this much-extended Cyber Monday sale.
Read MoreYou can get three months of Amazon Music Unlimited for free right now
This deal applies to first-time members only.
Read MoreCyber Monday speaker deals for 2025 are still available: Save up to 50 percent on Bluetooth speakers, smart speakers and soundbars
The world's best audio gear is on sale for the rest of November, including the relaunched Beats Pill.
Read MoreCyber Monday Lego deals you can still shop today: Up to 50 percent off Star Wars, Disney, Harry Potter and more toy sets
All the best Cyber Monday toy deals from Lego we could find, plus how to get your hands on the new Lego Star Trek set.
Read MoreCyber Monday deals under $50 that you can still shop today: Apple AirTags, Legos, Ugreen chargers, Roku sticks and more
Cyber Monday is a great time to snag accessories and stocking stuffer gadgets. Here's all the tech deals that cost less than $50.
Read MoreThe best Cyber Monday TV deals that are still available include sets from Samsung, Sony and more at all-time low prices
If you're looking to upgrade your living room over the holidays, we've dug up the best Cyber Monday TV deals that are still in stock today.
Read MoreCyber Monday subscription and streaming deals you can still get: Big discounts on Starz, MasterClass, Headspace and more
Lock in long-term access to streaming platforms, top VPNs and our favorite money management apps.
Read MoreCyber Monday Nintendo Switch 2 deals still available include $50 off the Switch 2 Mario Kart bundle, plus discounted games and accessories
There's still time to save on Switch 2 gear, as well as one of the Switch 2 bundles available for the holiday season.
Read MoreApple Cyber Monday deals you can still get include discounts on Apple Watches and AirPods 4
Cyber Monday deals you can still get after the sale include the lowest prices yet on the Apple Watch Series 11.
Read MoreCyber Monday streaming deals aren't over yet: Get one year of Starz for only $12 before the sale ends
It's originally $70 for an annual subscription.
Read MoreThree months of Audible for $3 is still available the day after Cyber Monday
The service usually costs $15 a month.
Read MoreThe best Cyber Monday gaming deals that are still available: Save on the Nintendo Switch 2, PS5 consoles, Xbox controllers, tons of games and more
A number of good Cyber Monday deals remain on sale, whether you play on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox or PC.
Read MoreCyber Monday PS5 deals are still available: Get $100 off consoles, plus discounts on PlayStation games, accessories and more
PlayStation 5 Cyber Monday deals haven't expired yet, and they include discounts on all consoles plus controllers and accessories.
Read MoreCyber Monday streaming deals for 2025: Paramount+, Starz, MasterClass and others to shop while they're still available
Some of the best Cyber Monday streaming deals still available today include discounted subscriptions on ad-supported (and a few ad-free) plans.
Read MoreCyber Monday deals on tech for 2025 that are still available: The best sales up to 75 percent off on streaming services, gaming, accessories and more
You can still save on AirPods, Lego sets, game consoles and more now that Cyber Monday has wrapped.
Read MoreCyber Monday streaming deals are still going: MasterClass subscriptions are 50 percent off the day after the sale
Keep learning but spend less with these Cyber Monday discounts from MasterClass.
Read MoreThis Paramount+ Cyber Monday streaming deal is still live: Get either the Essential or Premium plan for only $3 per month for two months before the sale ends
This Cyber Monday streaming deal applies to both the ad-supported and ad-free plans.
Read MoreThe Disney+ Hulu bundle drops to $5 per month for one year during Cyber Monday
That brings the total cost for the year down to only $60 with this Cyber Monday streaming deal.
Read MoreCyber Monday SSD deals include up to $270 off recommended internal and portable SSDs, microSD cards and more
If you need more space for your PC, PS5 or gaming handheld, we're rounding up the best Cyber Monday deals on SSDs and other storage devices we can find.
Read MoreHBO Max Cyber Monday deal: Get one year of access for only $3 per month
The ad-supported plan is down to just $36 for one year with this Cyber Monday streaming deal.
Read MoreThis Apple TV+ Cyber Monday streaming deal ends soon: Get six months of access for only $6 per month
The Cyber Monday streaming deal brings the total cost down to $36 for the six-month period.
Read MoreAnker Cyber Monday deals offer up to 50 percent off power banks, wireless chargers, power adapters and more
Anker makes some of our favorite power banks, power adapters and wireless chargers -- for Cyber Monday, many of those top picks are on sale.
Read MoreDJI Cyber Monday deals include the Mic Mini kit with a charging case on sale for just $80
Grab a kit with two mics, a receiver and two charging docks for 53 percent off.
Read MoreSonos Cyber Monday deals: Get the Era 300 speaker on sale for $100 off
Get up to 23 percent off speakers with these Cyber Monday deals.
Read MoreThe best Cyber Monday camera and drone deals: Get up to 52 percent off from Sony, DJI and others
Everything from action cams to mirrorless cameras to drones have gotten major discounts.
Read MoreThis Cyber Monday 2025 deal drops the Meta Quest 3S VR headset to a record-low price
The Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses are also on sale for Cyber Monday.
Read MoreThe best Cyber Monday deals for $100 or less: Score big discounts on Apple, Anker, streaming services and more
Coming in at under $100 this year for Cyber Monday are AirPods, a Kindle, one year of the Disney+ Hulu bundle and more.
Read MoreYou need a fabric shaver — my favorite is on sale for $13 for Cyber Monday
I paid full price for this, and I regret nothing.
Read MoreApple Cyber Monday deals include a four-pack of AirTags for an all-time low
The bundle is 36 percent off right now.
Read MoreCyber Monday Apple deals start now: AirPods Pro 3 are $30 off and down to a record low
You'll find discounts on all of Apple's headphones and earbuds for Cyber Monday.
Read MoreCyber Monday deals include Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones for an all-time low
A former flagship model is 38 percent off and down to a record-low price.
Read MoreCyber Monday VPN deals: Get 75 percent off Proton VPN two-year plans, plus save on NordVPN, ExpressVPN and more
Our pick for the best overall VPN costs just under $60 for 24 months of access to the Plus offering.
Read MoreGet the Amazon Smart Plug for a record-low price on Cyber Monday
At just $13, it's down to a record low for the holiday shopping season.
Read MoreDyson Cyber Monday deals: Robot vacuums and cordless vacuums are up to $600 off right now
These Cyber Monday deals have brought discounted prices to most of Dyson's fleet of vacuums.
Read MoreThe Nintendo Switch 2-compatible Samsung P9 microSD Express Card is 25 percent off for Cyber Monday
Some pint-sized storage is a must-have for new Nintendo Switch 2 owners.
Read MoreApple's Cyber Monday sale includes the MacBook Air M4 for $250 off
Pick it up while it's 25 percent off.
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Entertainment (44)
From 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve' to 'Nashville's Big Bash,' here's how to watch this year's biggest New Year's Eve TV specials
Ring in the new year with big names and incredible performances with these New Year's Eve TV specials and live events.
Read MoreNetflix has released a trailer for the Stranger Things finale
Netflix has released a trailer for the final Stranger Things episode.
Read MoreWhat we listened to in 2025
These are the albums and podcasts that got us through this year.
Read MoreOur favorite books we read in 2025
These are the books that made the biggest impact on the Engadget team this year.
Read More2025 Christmas Day NFL games: How to watch today, full streaming schedule and more
Here's how to watch football this Christmas.
Read MorePirate group Anna's Archive says it has scraped Spotify in its entirety
An controversial activist hacker group has scraped Spotify's entire library.
Read MoreParamount has an updated Warner Bros. Discovery bid
It has an "irrevocable personal guarantee" from Larry Ellison.
Read MoreBillboard's charts are increasingly weighted towards on-demand streaming, but not enough for YouTube
YouTube will stop sharing streaming data with Billboard starting in January 2026.
Read MoreThe Oscars will exclusively air on YouTube starting in 2029
The Oscars are heading to YouTube in 2029 as part of a new exclusive partnership.
Read MoreWarner Bros. Discovery rejects Paramount's hostile bid
Warner Bros. Discovery's board has formally rejected the $108 billion takeover bid from Paramount Skydance.
Read MoreNetflix will soon start airing video podcasts like The Breakfast Club
Netflix has inked a deal with iHeartMedia to begin showing video podcasts. The partnership covers around 15 popular podcasts.
Read MoreAvatar Fire and Ash review: Maybe it's time to sunset Pandora
The third Avatar film is a fine spectacle, but it doesn't add much to the franchise.
Read MoreFallout Season 2 review: Viva New Vegas
For its second season, the Fallout TV series has returned with its signature brand of charm and abrasiveness and it doesn't disappoint.
Read MoreApple TV app for Android now supports Google Cast
This update allows subscribers to stream Apple TV shows from their Android smartphones to their televisions.
Read MoreSpotify was down this morning for thousands of users: Updates on the widespread outages
Downdetector is showing more than 10,000 reports.
Read MoreNew Stranger Things trailer hints at what's next for our heroes
The next batch of episodes hits Netflix on December 24.
Read MoreWWE Saturday Night's Main Event: How to watch John Cena's final match for free
Watch John Cena's final match on WWE Saturday Night's Main Event this weekend for free -- here's how.
Read MoreAmazon pulls its bad AI video recaps after Fallout fallout
Amazon removed AI-generated video recaps it was testing in Prime Video after viewers noticed errors.
Read MoreF1: The Movie now streaming on Apple TV following a long theatrical run
The film made over $630 million at the global box office.
Read More'47 Ronin' director found guilty of defrauding Netflix out of $11 million
Carl Rinsch faces up to 90 years in prison.
Read MoreApple TV and Apple Music were down for some users
Apple Music and Apple TV experienced an outage that prevented some users from streaming content.
Read MoreSpotify's new playlist feature gives users more control over their recommendation algorithm
Spotify's Prompted Playlist will let users write a prompt that defines how the streaming service builds a playlist of recommended music.
Read MoreReal Madrid vs. Manchester City: Watch this week's Champions League matches on Paramount+
Paramount+ is the only place in the U.S. you can watch this week's highly anticipated UEFA Champions League clashes.
Read MoreSpotify finally brings music videos to the US
Spotify Music Videos have started rolling out in beta today to Premium users across the US and Canada.
Read MoreLetterboxd Video Store's first film rentals will be available this week
Letterboxd has introduced its first wave of exclusive digital film rentals for the company's previously announced Letterboxd Video Store.
Read MoreAn AI copycat of King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard went unnoticed on Spotify for weeks
A poster on Reddit said they were recommended what appeared to be an AI-generated copy of one of the band's songs in Spotify's Release Radar playlist
Read MoreBest Guess Live is Netflix's take on HQ Trivia
Netflix's live interactive quiz show will run Monday through Friday at 8PM ET.
Read MoreTrump says if Netflix buys Warner Bros. its market share 'could be a problem'
President Trump has made comments indicating that approval for Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery is likely to take awhile if it happens at all.
Read MoreThe Lord of the Rings trilogy returns to theaters in January for 25th anniversary
You can relive the full extended cuts of The Lord of the Rings trilogy in 4DX or standard screenings in January.
Read MoreNetflix to buy Warner Bros. for $82.7 billion
One of the biggest, most transformative deals in media history.
Read MoreThe Netflix and Warner Bros. deal might be great for shareholders, but not for anyone else
Hollywood does not need more consolidation.
Read MoreMore Studio Ghibli 4K restorations are coming to IMAX in 2026
Princess Monokoke was screened in the format for the first time this year.
Read MoreHow to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw live today
The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw is on Friday. Here's how to watch it live.
Read MoreNetflix is reportedly in exclusive talks to acquire Warner Bros. and HBO
Netflix is reportedly in exclusive talks to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery's film and TV studios and HBO Max streaming service.
Read MoreHow to watch the ‘Christmas in Rockefeller Center’ tree lighting special tonight
It's time for a Christmas celebration in Rockefeller Center!
Read MoreAmazon halts AI anime dub 'beta' after widespread ridicule
The AI-generated English dub for Banana Fish was the source of much of the ire.
Read MoreSpotify Wrapped 2025 is here and now it's a competition?
Spotify Wrapped is here, so open it up to see what you listened to this year. We also have listening statistics from the platform.
Read MoreFast & Furious director Justin Lin is making the Helldivers movie
There's a Helldivers movie coming and now we have a director. Justin Lin is helming the film.
Read MoreA 'Sonic universe' movie will hit theaters in 2028
It's been rumored that a spin-off focused on Shadow the Hedgehog is in the works.
Read MoreApple Music Replay 2025 is here to highlight your unimpeachable music taste
"Apt." was the number one song on Apple Music overall this year.
Read MoreAmazon's 'God of War' adaptation gets a two-season order
The show is in pre-production, with casting underway.
Read MoreNetflix ends casting from mobile devices for users of newer TVs
You should still be able to cast from your phone or tablet to older Chromecast or Google Cast devices if you're on an ad-free plan.
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Gaming (1)
The best horror games to play in 2025
These spooky, scary games will wake you up with some serious terror.
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Home (11)
Samsung plans to integrate Google Photos into its TVs
Samsung is working on integrating Google Photos with Samsung TVs.
Read MoreLG will show off a humanoid robot for household chores at CES 2026
LG will show off a new humanoid robot at CES.
Read MoreThe Displace Hub can make your normal TV wireless
Displace is introducing a wall-mounting system at CES that can make the TV you already own wireless.
Read MoreSamsung will show off its expanded Micro RGB TV series at CES
Samsung has announced that it will be showing off an entire lineup of Micro RGB TVs at CES 2026 ranging from 55- to 115-inch models.
Read MoreWhat happened to iRobot can happen to anyone
iRobot's fall from grace was well-telegraphed, and serves as a reminder to other companies what not to do.
Read MoreLG will debut its first Micro RGB television at CES
LG is getting in on one of the newest trends for televisions with the introduction of Micro RGB.
Read MoreiRobot has filed for bankruptcy and may be taken over by its primary supplier
iRobot, which brought robotic vacuum cleaners to the masses with its iconic Roomba models, has filed for bankruptcy.
Read MoreProjectors won us over in 2025
Companies like Anker and Valerion have made the projector experience more practical and immersive, helping drive consumer interest and, ultimately, sales.
Read MoreTraeger debuts Woodridge Pro Plus grill with Wi-Fi features and built-in storage cabinet
For $400 more than Traeger's Woodridge Pro, this Plus model adds the enclosed storage cabinet from from Woodridge Elite.
Read MoreBlink budget security cameras will support AI-powered video descriptions
Amazon is adding AI-generated video descriptions as a new subscription benefit on its Blink cameras and doorbells.
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Laptops (2)
The best budget laptops for 2026
Yes, you can get a great laptop without breaking the bank. These are our favorite budget laptops costing $1,000 or less.
Read MoreThe best Chromebook you can buy in 2026
Here's the list of the best Chromebooks you can buy right now, as reviewed by the experts at Engadget.
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Mobile (21)
Samsung unveils its new $200 Galaxy A17 5G smartphone, arriving in January
Samsung will have two new inexpensive mobile devices arriving on the US market next month.
Read MoreTCL introduces its own take on a color Kindle Scribe
TCL has announced the Note A1 NXTPAPER, a note-taking tablet using the company's custom LCD screen technology.
Read MoreXiaomi's 17 Ultra Leica Edition smartphone comes with a manual zoom ring
Xiaomi just launched its flagship 17 Ultra Leica Edition phone that may make you feel bad about your current device's cameras.
Read MoreHow to set up an iPad for a child
Create a safe, age-appropriate iPad setup for your kid by configuring Family Sharing, Screen Time limits and more.
Read MoreApple's iOS 26.3 will introduce proximity pairing to third-party devices in the EU
Apple is making it a little easier to use third-party devices with iPhones in order to comply with Europe's Digital Market Act (DMA).
Read MoreFoldable phone makers have solved every issue except one
In 2025, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold proved that manufacturers have solved all the major issues with foldable phones except one last thing.
Read MoreTrump Mobile's T1 still doesn't exist, but the company is now selling refurbished phones
The T1 smartphone from Trump Mobile remains non-existent vaporware, but the company is still finding new ways to take people's money.
Read MoreApple opens up iOS in Japan in response to new regulations
Users there will find alternative app stores, new payment options and browser choices.
Read MoreMeetup's new mobile app is designed to make it easier to meet people IRL
Across the application, users can expect updated fonts, new more colorful icons and better spacing.
Read MoreOnePlus 15R review: A 165Hz display and big battery for $700
The OnePlus 15R has many of the same strengths as the more expensive OP15, but shaves off $200 off by compromising on cameras.
Read MoreThe Anker Laptop Power Bank soothed my (self-inflicted) battery anxiety
This well-made portable battery charger for laptops was unexpectedly pleasurable.
Read MoreAyaneo's first smartphone is a major callback to the Xperia Play
Ayaneo will launch the Pocket Play smartphone through Kickstarter soon.
Read MoreiOS 26.2 is here with another Liquid Glass tweak, new Podcasts features and more
Apple has released iOS 26.2, along with OS updates for iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and more.
Read MoreIKEA's new wireless charger is as cute as it is practical
IKEA has a new collection of wireless chargers, including one that looks like a silicone donut.
Read MoreKindle Scribe Colorsoft review: A very particular set of skills, for a price
Amazon's latest writing tablet will likely appeal to a very specific audience.
Read MoreSamsung Wallet to gain support for digital Porsche keys
Samsung Galaxy phones will be able to unlock select Porsche models, starting with the Porsche Macan in Europe.
Read MoreGoogle and Apple partner on better Android-iPhone switching
The latest build of Android's Canary operating system includes optional data transfer between Google and Apple smartphones.
Read MoreHow to use Accessibility Reader on Apple devices
It's a highly customizable reader view with text-to-speech.
Read MoreAndroid 16 updates include AI-powered notification summaries and built-in parental controls
The new features will initially roll out on eligible pixel devices.
Read MoreAndroid is getting a slew of new accessibility features
Google is bringing new accessibility features to Android.
Read MoreSamsung fully unveils its Galaxy Z TriFold phone, and it'll be available in Korea in a few days
The Galaxy Z TriFold will be available in Korea later this month, but no price has been revealed yet.
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News (20)
The Morning After: What to expect at CES 2026
The biggest news stories this morning: Samsung's two new speakers will deliver crisp audio while blending into your decor, Xiaomi's 17 Ultra Leica Edition smartphone has a manual zoom ring, You may soon be able to change your Gmail address.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The best games of 2025
The biggest news stories this morning: US bans new foreign-made drones and components, Paramount has an updated Warner Bros. Discovery bid.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The highest rated tech of 2025
The biggest news stories this morning: Avatar Fire and Ash review, Big Tech bent the knee for Trump in 2025, OnePlus 15R review.
Read MoreThe best AirPods for 2026
These are the options we've tested and reviewed that are the best in Apple's audio lineup.
Read MoreMeta is 'pausing' third-party VR headsets from ASUS and Lenovo
Meta is pumping the brakes on third-party Horizon OS headsets from ASUS and Lenovo as it shifts its attention and resources away from the metaverse.
Read MoreBig Tech bent the knee for Trump in 2025
Tech companies may have lost their moral standing in 2025, but at least they added shareholder value by backing the Trump administration.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy
The biggest news stories this morning: IKEA's new wireless charger is cute, 'Slop' is Merriam-Webster's word of the year.
Read MoreDisney+ is now available to stream on Meta's Quest headsets
Disney+ and its vast catalog are finally available to Meta's VR users in the United States.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Tech’s biggest losers of 2025
The biggest news stories this morning: Control Resonant steps into a larger world inspired by Neon Genesis Evangelion, Trump orders creation of litigation task force to challenge state AI laws, Amazon's AI-generated recap tool didn't watch Fallout very closely.
Read MoreEU pledges 90 percent cut to carbon emissions by 2040
The European Union has provisionally agreed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90 percent by 2040.
Read MoreTech's biggest losers of 2025
The companies, products and trends that had an absolutely awful year.
Read MoreiFixit’s new app uses AI to help you repair your stuff
iFixit is using AI to help you repair lots more things.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Tech’s biggest winners of 2025
The biggest news stories this morning: Google and Apple partner on better Android–iPhone switching, Team Cherry is working on more Silksong content, How Google is laying the foundation for our mixed reality future
Read MoreThe developer behind ICEBlock is suing the federal government
The developer behind the ICEBlock app is suing the Trump administration over Apple's takedown of the app.
Read MoreMeta plans to push back the debut of its next mixed reality glasses to 2027
A memo seen by Business Insider revealed that Meta won't reveal its next mixed reality glasses next year.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Flying Antigravity’s A1 drone is unlike anything else
The biggest news stories this morning: Nikon ZR review, Amazon's Kindle Scribe Colorsoft finally has a release date, Metroid Prime 4 review.
Read MoreMeta is reportedly going to slash spending on the metaverse
Meta is reportedly planning deep budget cuts to the metaverse team. Layoffs could start as early as January.
Read MoreUK fines porn company £1 million for weak age checks
The UK has fined a porn operator called AVS Group £1 million for failing to have strong enough age checks, regulator Ofcom announced.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold phone is real
The biggest news stories this morning: Google limits its free Nano Banana Pro image generator because it's so popular, Apple's new vice president of AI is a Google veteran.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The best Cyber Monday 2025 deals
The biggest news stories this morning: Cyber Monday 2025, There's a cute voice messaging app for Playdate now.
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Nintendo (3)
The best microSD cards for the Nintendo Switch 2
If you want to add more storage to your Nintendo Switch 2, you'll need a new microSD Express card. Here's what you should know before you buy one.
Read MoreThe best Nintendo Switch 2 games for 2026
Load up your new console with excellent games for all kinds of players.
Read MoreThe best Nintendo Switch 2 accessories for 2026
Add to your playtime with the right controllers, headsets and other gear.
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PC Gaming (1)
The 29 best PC games you can play right now for 2025
Here is a list of the best PC games you can get right now, as chosen by Engadget editors.
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PlayStation (3)
The best SSDs for PS5 in 2026
If you need more space to store games on your PS5, these are the best drives you can get.
Read MoreThe best PS5 accessories for 2026
Here are the best accessories for the Sony PlayStation 5, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Read MoreThe best PS5 games for 2025: Top PlayStation titles to play right now
Here are the best games you can get for the PlayStation 5 right now, as chosen by Engadget editors.
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Reviews (1)
Engadget review recap: Dell 16 Premium, Nikon ZR, Ooni Volt 2 and more
A roundup of all the reviews published by Engadget over the last few weeks.
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Science (6)
NASA finally has a leader, but its future is no more certain
After a rudderless year and an exodus of around 4,000 employees due to Trump administration cuts, NASA got what may be its first piece of good news recently.
Read MoreA Starlink satellite just exploded and left 'trackable' debris
SpaceX said it experienced an anomaly with one if its Starlink satellites that sounds like a small explosion.
Read MoreAstronomers find mysterious lemon-shaped exoplanet with NASA's Webb telescope
Space is full of unsolved mysteries, and a team using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope have recently turned up a doozy.
Read MoreJared Isaacman is NASA's new leader
The billionaire Musk ally said in April that he wants a "new Golden Age of science and discovery."
Read MoreIn 2025, AI and EVs gave the US an insatiable hunger for power
AI needs a lot of power, so where is it going to come from?
Read MoreThe Webb telescope spots a supernova from 13 billion years ago
It also detected its host galaxy.
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Social Media (24)
Instagram chief: AI is so ubiquitous 'it will be more practical to fingerprint real media than fake media'
Adam Mosseri offered a notably candid assessment on how AI is upending Instagram.
Read MoreNew York State will require warning labels on social media platforms
New York will require warning labels on social media.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Why is the Nex Playground 'AI console' such a hit?
This week, Engadget Managing Editor Cherlynn Low joins us to look back at some of the highlights (and lowlights) of 2025.
Read MoreWe have more details on the TikTok deal, including some ownership statistics
TikTok has signed a deal to spin off its US business. Investors include Oracle, Silver Lake and MGX, with around 15 percent ownership each.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: 2025 was the year of AI, smartglasses and spineless Big Tech
This week, Engadget Managing Editor Cherlynn Low joins us to look back at some of the highlights (and lowlights) of 2025.
Read MoreTrump's TikTok deal is another step closer to finally actually happening
TikTok's CEO reportedly told employees the company had signed off on an agreement announced in September.
Read MoreA Facebook test makes link-sharing a paid feature for creators
Meta is testing out a new scheme that effectively puts link-sharing behind a paywall for creators on Facebook.
Read MoreX was spooked enough by new Twitter to change its terms of service
X has updated its terms of service and filed a petition to seemingly counter an attempt to remove its control of old Twitter trademarks.
Read MoreInstagram launches a Fire TV app for Reels
It's available for US users on certain Amazon devices.
Read MoreJudge blocks Louisiana's social media age verification law
A Louisiana law that would have required social media platforms to verify the ages of their users has been blocked by a judge.
Read MoreReddit sues Australia over underage social media ban
Reddit has filed a lawsuit in Australia's High Court aiming to overturn the country's under-16 social media ban.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Why Netflix is the best worst option for Warner Bros.
In this episode, we discuss why everyone is fighting for WB, and why Netflix may be the best worst option for the storied movie studio.
Read MoreUS could demand five-year social media history from tourists before allowing entry
Tourists from Europe and other regions could be asked to provide a five-year social media history before given entry to the United States.
Read MoreReddit is starting to verify public figures
Reddit is starting a "limited alpha test" of verification for public figures, who will get a familiar gray checkmark added to their username.
Read MoreInstagram will let you control which topics its algorithm recommends
For the first time, Instagram will start letting you control the topics its algorithm recommends, much as you can on TikTok.
Read MoreInstagram is generating SEO-bait headlines for its users' posts
Lying dormant in the code, they're only visible in Google search results.
Read MoreMeta is trying to make Facebook suck less by simplifying things a bit
At last, you can double-tap to like a photo in the feed.
Read MoreMeta will let Facebook and Instagram users in the EU share less data
Meta will soon allow Facebook and Instagram users in the European Union to choose to share less data and see less personalized ads on the platform, the European Commission announced.
Read MoreX shuts down the European Commission’s ad account the day after major fine
The European Commission will no longer be able to buy and track ads on X.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: WTF is up with RAM? (With Will Smith from The Tech Pod)
This week, we chat with Will Smith (Brad and Will Made a Tech Pod) about the state of the RAM industry, as well as other hardware we expect to get more expensive.
Read MoreMeta says it's fixing its broken support system, with the help of AI
Meta acknowledged that its "support hasn't always met expectations" but that a series of AI-powered updates should make it easier for people to get help.
Read MoreYour 'dear algo' Threads posts might actually do something soon
According to a post from Mark Zuckerberg, Threads will try a feature that reacts to "dear algo" posts.
Read MoreIreland is investigating TikTok and LinkedIn for possible DSA violations
Irish regulators are looking into both platforms' illegal content reporting tools.
Read MoreInstagram mandates total return to office for employees in 2026
Beginning February 2, Instagram employees will be expected to spend five days a week working in person in offices.
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Transportation (18)
Toyota's Prius Prime saved me gas money but probably not the environment
On a recent trip to Vancouver, I rented a 2024 Toyota Prius Prime for nearly two months — the ideal scenario to try out North America's most popular PHEV.
Read MoreWaymo vehicles are operating again in San Francisco following a power outage
Waymo has resumed its robo-taxi service in San Francisco after a power outage halted stranded vehicles around the city.
Read MoreA San Francisco power outage left Waymo's self-driving cars stranded at intersections
Videos on social media show Waymo's autonomous cars stuck in the road following a major power outage.
Read MoreSony's first EV with Honda will let you remotely play PS5 in your car
Sony Honda Mobility announced that its EVs will support PS Remote Play.
Read MoreAuto chip shortage: Honda will pause production in Japan and China
It plans to close factories in Japan on January 5 and 6, and in China from December 29 to January 2.
Read MoreTesla used deceptive language to market Autopilot, California judge rules
Tesla's sales in California should be suspended for 30 days over its marketing around Autopilot and Full Self-Driving, a California administrative law judge has ruled.
Read MoreMercedes-Benz CLA first drive: Head of the EV class
The latest electric Benz sedan is set to be a certified hit.
Read MoreChina approves two level-3 autonomous EVs
The electric sedans both come from state-owned automakers.
Read MoreFord is rebooting the F-150 Lightning as an EREV with a gas generator
Ford announced that it will stop making the current F-150 Lightning EV model and change it to a hybrid.
Read MoreRivian Autonomy and AI day: Live updates from the EV maker's inaugural event
Engadget is covering the show from the company's Bay Area event.
Read MoreRivian goes all in on 'universal hands-free' driving at its first Autonomy and AI day
Rivian just held its inaugural Autonomy and AI day and a major emphasis was placed on autonomous driving. There's going to be a subscription package.
Read MoreUber is installing kiosks for booking rides without the mobile app
Uber is rolling out kiosks for travelers to book rideshares without using the mobile app.
Read MoreHow to watch Rivian's Autonomy and AI day and what to expect
We'll likely hear more about the company's hands-off driving features.
Read MoreWaymo's robotaxi fleet is being recalled again, this time for failing to stop for school buses
Waymo's latest software recall will prevent its autonomous fleet from running school bus stop signs.
Read MoreA shaky year for American EVs could set the tone for 2026
For EVs in the US, 2025 provided two steps forward and two steps back.
Read MoreUS Department of Transportation doubles down on gas, cuts fuel efficiency standards
The Department of Transportation under President Donald Trump is moving to reverse more of the climate policies that had been enacted by President Joe Biden.
Read MoreWaymo's testing AVs in four more cities, including Philly
Testing with a safety driver is already taking place.
Read MoreUber is launching robotaxis in Dallas
Starting today, Uber is offering autonomous vehicles as an option for customers in Dallas in partnership with Avride.
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Wearables (8)
How to set up an Apple Watch for a child
Everything you need to know about setting up an Apple Watch for your kid using Family Setup and parental controls.
Read MoreUltrahuman brings snoring detection and respiratory health tracking to the Ring Air
The Ultrahuman Ring Air smart ring now offers snore detection and respiratory health tracking. The service costs $4 per month.
Read MoreMeta is rolling out Conversation Focus and AI-powered Spotify features to its smart glasses
Conversation Focus, which is able to amplify the voices of people around you, is now starting to roll out in Meta's latest batch of smart glasses software updates.
Read MoreIn 2025, tech giants decided smart glasses are the next big thing
As we near the end of 2025, it's becoming increasingly apparent that smart glasses are going to be the next "big" thing. Here's why.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel Watch 4 gets double pinch and wrist turn features
You might recognize them from the Apple Watch.
Read MorePebble is making a weird little smart ring for recording thoughts
Pebble just announced the Index 01, a smart ring for recording thoughts. It's basically a ring with a microphone.
Read MoreHere's how Google is laying the foundation for our mixed reality future
Today at the Android Show: XR Edition, Google showed off a bunch of updates headed to its recently released mixed reality platform. However, after demoing some of those features, I now have a much great appreciation for where Android XR is heading.
Read MoreThe Google Pixel Watch 4 is cheaper than ever right now
The Google Pixel Watch 4 is having its steepest sale yet.
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Xbox (1)
The best Xbox games for 2025
Whether you have Series X, Series S, One X or One S, there's something here for you.
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