The best Apple Watch accessories for 2026
Here's a list of the best Apple Watch accessories, including bands, cases, chargers and more, as chosen by Engadget editors.
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The best wireless chargers for 2026
Here's what to look for when buying a wireless phone charger, as well a list of the best wireless chargers you can buy right now.
Read MoreThe best USB-C hub for 2026
A USB-C hub lets you plug in a monitor, peripherals, data drives and more. These are the best ones we tested.
Read MoreThe best laptop power banks for 2026
Larger power banks can keep your laptop charged up when you're not near an outlet -- we tested a bunch to help you find the right one for you.
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NVIDIA is still planning to make a 'huge' investment in OpenAI, CEO says
Bloomberg reports that CEO Jensen Huang said NVIDIA's investment in OpenAI could be the largest the company has ever made.
Read MoreNASA used Claude to plot a route for its Perseverance rover on Mars
This past December, Perseverance successfully completed a route through a section of the Jezero crater plotted by Anthropic's Claude chatbot, marking the first time NASA has used a large language model to pilot the car-sized robot.
Read MoreGoogle's Project Genie lets you create your own 3D interactive worlds
For the first time, Google is letting people outside of DeepMind try its Genie 3 model.
Read MoreAmazon discovered a 'high volume' of CSAM in its AI training data but isn't saying where it came from
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children said it received more than 1 million reports of AI-related child sexual abuse material in 2025, with "the vast majority" stemming from Amazon.
Read MoreDeepSeek reportedly gets China's approval to buy NVIDIA's H200 AI chips
The Chinese government has given DeepSeek its approval to purchase NVIDIA's H200 AI chips, according to Reuters.
Read MorePublishers are blocking the Internet Archive for fear AI scrapers can use it as a workaround
A few major publications have begun blocking the Internet Archive's access to their content based on concerns that AI companies' bots are using the Internet Archive's collections to indirectly scrape their articles.
Read MoreMusic publishers sue Anthropic for $3 billion over ‘flagrant piracy’
A group of music publishers are suing AI company Anthropic for $3 billion. The suit accuses it of illegally downloading more than 20,000 songs.
Read MoreGoogle brings its Nano Banana image generator to Chrome
Following its recent AI makeover of Gmail, Google is bringing more Gemini-powered tools to Chrome. Starting today, a host of new features are rolling for the browser, with more to come over the next few months.
Read MoreLinkedIn will let you show off your vibe coding expertise
LinkedIn is leaning into the rise of vibe coding by allowing users to show off their proficiency with various AI coding tools directly on their profiles.
Read MoreUK wants to give web publishers a 'fairer' deal with Google's AI overviews
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is recommending measures to give publishers more control over how their content is used in Google's AI overviews.
Read MoreChina finally approves the first batch of NVIDIA H200 AI GPU imports
China has agreed to import its first batch of NVIDIA's H200 AI chips after the government initially rejecting the idea.
Read MoreAstronomers discover over 800 cosmic anomalies using a new AI tool
AnomalyMatch pored through nearly 100 million image cutouts in two and a half days.
Read MoreApple and Google reportedly still offer dozens of AI ‘nudify’ apps
A recent investigation found over 100 apps on iOS and Android that use AI to create nonconsensual and sexualized images. This is a clear violation of both companies' policies.
Read MoreOpenAI releases Prism, a Claude Code-like app for scientific research
OpenAI is releasing a new app called Prism today, and it hopes it does for science what coding agents like Claude Code did for programming.
Read MoreGoogle AI Plus is now available in the US for $8 a month
Google AI Plus, the company's most affordable AI subscription plan, is now rolling out in the US.
Read MoreYahoo is adding generative AI to its search engine
Yahoo has released an AI-powered search engine.
Read MoreGemini 3 is now Google's default model for AI Overviews
Google is rolling out two upgrades for Search. First, Gemini 3 is now the default for AI Overviews. Second, you can now jump into an AI Mode conversation directly from a summary.
Read MorePinterest is conducting a massive round of layoffs to prioritize 'AI-powered products and capabilities'
Pinterest has announced plans to lay off around 15 percent of its workforce. This is an effort to do more stuff with AI.
Read MoreThe EU tells Google to give external AI assistants the same access to Android as Gemini has
The company is also required to hand some search engine data to rivals.
Read MoreGoogle aims to take the sting out of scheduling meetings with a new Gemini feature
You'll need to have a paid Workspace plan and access to attendees' calendars to use it, though.
Read MoreHow to generate AI images using ChatGPT
If you're unsure of how to begin using ChatGPT to generate images for free, this how-to will explain everything you need to know.
Read MoreClaude now offers deeper integrations with apps like Canva and Slack
With a new open MCP extension, Claude can now more directly interact with third-party apps like Canva and Slack.
Read MoreTrump admin reportedly plans to use AI to write federal regulations
The Trump administration is planning on using AI to write federal regulations. This is starting with the Department of Transportation.
Read MoreThe EU is investigating Grok and X over potentially illegal deepfakes
Europe is probing Elon Musk's X for failing to take action to prevent the spread of AI-generated sexually explicit images including CSAM.
Read MoreApple reportedly plans to reveal its Gemini-powered Siri in February
The new Siri will make its debut in February before a full reveal at this year's WWDC, according to Bloomberg.
Read MoreReport reveals that OpenAI's GPT-5.2 model cites Grokipedia
A report from the Guardian showed GPT-5.2 citing Grokipedia for very specific and controversial topics.
Read MoreHow to use Google Photos' new Me Meme feature
Google has started rolling out a new feature for its Photos app that can turn your images into memes. Here's how to use it.
Read MoreGoogle Photos can now turn you into a meme
Me Meme uses generative AI to combine a reference photo with templates.
Read MoreYou can now create AI-generated coloring books in Microsoft Paint
The new feature is exclusive to Windows Insiders with Copilot+ PCs.
Read MoreMalaysia lifts ban on Grok after taking X at its word
Malaysia was one of the first to just ban Grok over the explicit deepfakes scandal earlier this month.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Why would Apple want to make an AI pin?
This week, we try to figure out why Apple might be fast-tracking an AI pin, even before it's launched a foldable or smart ring.
Read MoreAn AI pin is beneath Apple
It's strange to see Apple, which hasn't produced a foldable or smart ring yet, reportedly chase after an AI pin.
Read MoreGrok generated an estimated 3 million sexualized images — including 23,000 of children — over 11 days
X restricted the feature on January 14, but the standalone Grok app reportedly still "digitally undresses" images of real people.
Read MoreAI Mode in Google search can now pull context from your other apps
After adding Personal Intelligence to Gemini as an opt-in experience, Google has announced that it's also integrating the feature into AI Mode in Search.
Read MoreA-List creatives sign up to fight AI, say it enables 'theft at a grand scale'
Scarlett Johannsson, R.E.M., Vince Gilligan and over 700 other artists are demanding that tech companies stop "stealing" their work in order to train AI models.
Read MoreApple is reportedly overhauling Siri to be an AI chatbot
Apple has been spinning its wheels for many months over its approach to artificial intelligence, but a strategy finally appears to be emerging for the company.
Read MoreAmazon is adding AI-powered assistant to One Medical
Amazon is bringing agentic AI to its primary care provider business.
Read MoreAdobe Acrobat can now generate presentations and audio podcasts from your documents
Adobe is building on the August release of PDF Spaces to add more AI features to Acrobat.
Read MoreOpenAI is launching age prediction for ChatGPT accounts
OpenAI is the latest company to hop on the bandwagon of gating access by users' age ahead of it's planned "adult mode" launch.
Read MoreAdobe unveils new AI-powered video editing tools for Premiere
Adobe has announced updates for Premiere and After Effects, including new AI-powered tools that are meant to speed up your video editing tasks.
Read MoreMusk claims Tesla will restart work on its Dojo supercomputer
Tesla will supposedly be restarting its supercomputer program.
Read MoreCalifornia AG sends cease and desist to xAI over Grok's explicit deepfakes
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has sent a cease and desist letter to xAI, days after his office launched an official investigation into the company.
Read MoreAnthropic opens up its Claude Cowork feature to anyone with a $20 subscription
Claude Cowork is now available to anyone subscribed to Anthropic's Pro plan.
Read MoreAnthropic launches Claude Cowork, a version of its coding AI for regular people
Anthropic is billing Cowork as "a simpler way for anyone — not just developers — to work with Claude."
Read MoreOpenAI is bringing ads to ChatGPT
OpenAI plans to start testing ads inside of ChatGPT "in the coming weeks."
Read MoreThe mother of one of Elon Musk's children is suing xAI over nonconsensual deepfake images
As the standalone Grok app continues to produce sexualized images of real people, Apple and Google allow the app to remain available in their stores.
Read MoreLego's latest educational kit seeks to teach AI as part of computer science, not to build a chatbot
Lego Education's latest sets focus on computer science and AI for students in grades K-8.
Read MoreWikimedia announces AI partners including Meta and Microsoft
Wikimedia foundation announces big tech companies are paying for streamlined access to data.
Read MoreOpenAI quietly rolls out a dedicated ChatGPT translation tool
ChatGPT Translate can rewrite the output to take context and tone into account.
Read MoreX says Grok will no longer edit images of real people into bikinis
X says it is changing its policies around Grok's image-editing abilities following a multi-week outcry over the chatbot repeatedly being accused of generating sexualized images of children and nonconsensual nudity.
Read MoreCalifornia is investigating Grok over AI-generated CSAM and nonconsensual deepfakes
California authorities have launched an investigation into xAI following weeks of reports that the chatbot was generating sexualized images of children.
Read MoreGemini can now pull context the rest of your Google apps, if you let it
Google adds Personal Intelligence to Gemini
Read MoreMatthew McConaughey fights unauthorized AI likenesses by trademarking himself
Matthew McConaughey filed trademark applications to prevent his likeness from being used by AI companies without permission, and the US Patent and Trademark Office has approved eight so far.
Read MoreSenate passes Defiance Act for a second time to address Grok deepfakes
The Senate passed a bill that allows the victims of nonconsensual, sexually explicit deepfakes to sue the people who create them.
Read MoreProton's Lumo AI chatbot now has an encrypted space for your projects
Proton's latest update for Lumo, its privacy-focused chatbot, introduces a feature called Projects.
Read MoreMark Zuckerberg announces new 'Meta Compute' initiative for its data center and AI projects
Newly appointed exec Dina Powell McCormick will play a key role in the "Meta Compute" initiative.
Read MoreApple's Siri AI will be powered by Gemini
"Google's technology provides the most capable foundation for Apple Foundation Models," Apple and Google said in a joint statement.
Read MoreThe robots we saw at CES 2026: The lovable, the creepy and the utterly confusing
From sassy humanoids, to AI-powered pets and chore-handling assistants, we sought out as many cute, strange and capable robots as we could find during CES.
Read MoreMeta announces a slew of nuclear energy agreements
Meta has announced new agreements to provide nuclear power for its AI infrastructure.
Read MoreSharpa's ping-pong playing, blackjack dealing humanoid is working overtime at CES 2026
The company showed off its super dexterous robotic hand in a series of autonomous demos at CES.
Read MoreMicrosoft is now integrating shopping directly into Copilot
Microsoft will soon begin implementing shopping directly into Copilot. The tool is called Copilot Checkout and lets shoppers complete purchases while using the service.
Read MoreGmail is getting a Gemini AI overhaul
You can ask the search bar questions about your messages, using natural language.
Read MoreChatGPT is launching a new dedicated Health portal
OpenAI is launching a new facet for its AI chatbot called ChatGPT Health for people willing to trust the company with their medical information.
Read MoreCharacter.AI and Google settle with families in teen suicide and self-harm lawsuits
In one case, a 14-year-old bonded with a Daenerys Targaryen chatbot before taking his own life.
Read MoreSamsung says RAM costs will likely lead to price hikes soon
When do we get to the good part of the AI era?
Read MoreLenovo and Motorola are releasing their own on-device AI assistant
If the world didn't already have one too many digital assistants, Lenovo is adding another one to the pile.
Read MoreLovense launches an AI 'companion doll' at CES
Lovense's AI companion doll will remember your conversations.
Read MoreEverything NVIDIA announced at CES 2026
Jensen Huang took to the CES stage on Monday to share the latest from NVIDIA.
Read MoreAgibot's humanoid robots can give directions and learn your TikTok dances
Chinese company Agibot showed up with two: the human-sized A2 and the slightly smaller X2, both of which were displaying their surprisingly impressive dancing abilities.
Read MoreNVIDIA is reportedly bringing back 2021's RTX 3060 GPU because AI is eating all of the newer cards
A reputable leaker has indicated that NVIDIA plans on bringing the RTX 3060 back to market. This would be marketed toward PC gamers as an alternative to the newer GPUs that are being gobbled up by AI.
Read MoreAnker's Soundcore Work AI voice recorder offers transcription in an ultra-compact form factor
Anker's Soundcore just revealed the Work voice recorder. It's tiny and uses AI to transcribe conversations.
Read MoreHow to watch today's Bosch CES 2026 press conference live
The German engineering and tech giant will discuss how it's bridging the physical and digital gap with people-centric tech.
Read MoreAmazon is rolling out Alexa+ for the web so you can use its assistant without a dedicated device
Alexa.com will be available for Amazon's Alexa+ Early Access customers first.
Read MoreSweekar turns the Tamagotchi into a physical AI pocket pet that won't die on you
Sweekar is a palm-sized, egg-shaped device with its own unique personality.
Read MorePlaud's latest AI wearable has a button for flagging key moments
The $179 AI wearable is available today.
Read MoreElon Musk's Grok AI posted CSAM image following safeguard 'lapses'
Elon Musk's Grok AI has been allowing users to transform photographs of woman and children into nude and compromising images.
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Apple Creator Studio is now available for $13 per month: What's included and what it means for creators
Pay monthly or $129 annually for the new subscription bundle that includes a number of Apple's creative apps.
Read MoreAdobe Photoshop upgrades its Firefly-powered generative-AI editing tools
Adobe Photoshop introduced some new features that are rolling out for creators today.
Read MoreThe French government is ditching Zoom and Microsoft Teams for a home-grown alternative
It's part of a strategy to rely less on US services for government use.
Read MoreGoogle says it's fixed the Gmail issue that led to flooded inboxes and increased spam warnings
Gmail users on Saturday reported problems with their automatic filters that typically separate promotional emails from the main inbox.
Read MoreApple will begin showing more App Store ads starting in March
Ads will appear in multiple places in App Store search results starting in March.
Read MoreApple bundles creative apps such as Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro into a single subscription
Apple Creator Studio includes AI-powered features, along with "premium content" for Keynote, Pages and Numbers.
Read MoreWhatsApp upgrades group chats with member tags and text stickers
WhatsApp just revealed some additions to group chats. These include member tags and text stickers.
Read MoreThe 5 best Mint alternatives to replace the budgeting app that shut down
If you haven't already switched, we rounded up the best Mint alternatives to replace the app that shut down.
Read MoreViral Reddit post critical of food delivery apps may have been AI-generated
A Reddit post claiming a major delivery app was mistreating drivers appears to be a hoax.
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Audio (30)
Native Instruments enters into insolvency proceedings, leaving its future uncertain
Music gear manufacturer Native Instruments has entered into preliminary insolvency proceedings. This leaves the future of the company uncertain.
Read MoreShokz OpenFit Pro review: Reducing distractions while keeping your ears open
Finally, a set of open earbuds that actually sound good and provide noticeable ambient noise reduction.
Read MoreSennheiser debuts new models of wired headphones and earbuds
Sennheiser has released the CX 80U earbuds and HD 400U over-ear headphones, new takes on the company's previous models for wired listing.
Read MoreSonos introduces Amp Multi for complicated residential installs
Sonos has unveiled its first new product of 2026, the Amp Multi.
Read MoreSennheiser introduces new TV headphones bundle with Auracast
Sennheiser has unveiled its RS 275 TV Headphones, which are bundled with a BTA1 digital receiver.
Read MoreJBL made a pair of AI-powered practice amps
Onboard software isolates and removes stems from Bluetooth tracks, so you can play your part with any recording.
Read MoreKorg's new experimental synthesizer combines acoustic sounds with electronic control
Korg just introduced the Phase8 synthesizer. It's an experimental hybrid unit that combines acoustic sound creation with sequencing and modulation.
Read MoreSpotify's Prompted Playlist lets you describe exactly what you want to hear
It allows for more detailed prompting than the existing AI Playlist tool.
Read MoreMarshall's new Heddon hub adds multi-room audio to speakers with Auracast
The Marshall Heddon connects to streaming services over Wi-Fi and then broadcasts audio over Auracast.
Read MoreSony LinkBuds Clip review: Open-fit benefits aren't enough to stand out
Sony tried its hand at a clip-on, open-fit design, but didn't do enough to set the LinkBuds Clip apart from the competition.
Read MoreAkai's MPC XL groovebox is the most powerful device the company has ever made
Akai just announced the MPC XL standalone studio. This unit is around four times as powerful as previous MPC grooveboxes.
Read MoreRoland's Go:Mixer Studio is an affordable but capable mixer for budding recording engineers
Roland just introduced the Go:Mixer Studio. This is a beefed-up entry in the company's Go:Mixer audio interface lineup.
Read MoreHow to pair AirPods with any device
Whether you're using an iPhone, Android phone, laptop or another device, AirPods are easy to pair and use with them.
Read MoreHands-on with Fender Audio's headphones and speakers at CES 2026
The Mix headphones have a modular design and the Ellie duo has more features than your average Bluetooth speakers.
Read MoreBose made the consumer friendly move to open source its SoundTouch speakers
Bose just announced it was moving its SoundTouch speakers to an open source model. This is happening as the company plans to sunset the devices.
Read MoreKlipsch Atlas HP-1 hands-on: A return to hi-fi headphones at CES 2026
Klipsch is making headphones again and the HP-1 made an excellent first impression.
Read MoreLG has released pricing for its new Sound Suite speaker lineup
LG has released pricing for its new Sound Suite lineup.
Read MoreThis speaker by Victrola sits underneath turntables and streams audio via Bluetooth
The Victrola Soundstage is a nifty speaker that sits underneath a turntable. It connects via Bluetooth and works with other audio sources.
Read MoreCambridge Audio unveils three wireless bookshelf speakers at CES
The flagship L/R X is an 800W model for $2,299.
Read MoreCES 2026: Shokz' new earbuds effectively reduce noise while keeping your ears open
Hands-on with the latest open-wear model from Shokz.
Read MoreAudeze has unveiled the Maxwell 2 gaming headset at CES 2026
Audeze has released the second generation of their Maxwell gaming headset.
Read MoreAnker's new AeroFit 2 earbuds can switch between open-ear and ANC form factors
Anker is releasing its first pair of open-ear wireless earbuds that support active noise cancellation at CES 2026.
Read MoreJLab adds ANC to its tiny wireless earbuds for CES 2026
JLab's JBuds Mini ANC are as small as the company's previous wireless earbuds, but now include active noise cancellation.
Read MoreJBL just announced a bunch of new earbuds at CES
JBL just announced a spate of new earbud designs at CES. There are new entries in the Endurance line and a few brand-new models.
Read MoreJBL launches a trio of gaming headsets for CES
JBL has added three new gaming headsets to its JBL Quantum product lineup for 2026.
Read MoreSamsung Music Studio 5 and 7 hands-on: Unique speaker designs debut at CES 2026
Our first look at the Music Studio 5 and 7 at CES 2026.
Read MorePartyStudio is a wireless MIDI speaker with 128 built-in instrument sounds
PopuMusic is demoing the PartyStudio speaker and its companion keyboard at CES 2026.
Read MoreShure debuts a USB-C version of its MV88 microphone at CES 2026
Shure swapped the Lightning connection for USB-C on it's compact and easy-to-use stereo condenser microphone.
Read MoreThe Subtle Voicebuds use AI to transcribe your words below a whisper, or in very loud spaces (like the CES show floor)
Voicebuds aim to be the most accurate earbuds for transcription thanks to a custom-tuned AI model.
Read MoreFender Audio will introduce a new line of Bluetooth speakers and headphones at CES
Fender Audio will be showing off some new consumer products at CES 2026.
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Best Gaming (81)
Ayaneo's Pocket S Mini has the perfect aspect ratio for revisiting classic console games
The Pocket S Mini is already available on Ayaneo's website and currently starts at $319.
Read MoreHighguard, a hyperpop arena shooter and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, the Switch version of Dispatch ditches the nudity.
Read MoreMaingear's latest retro gaming desktop takes you back to the Quake era
The Retro98 should handle today's AAA games with ease.
Read MoreThe Nex Playground is everything Xbox Kinect wanted to be
The Nex Playground brings motion-tracked games to the entire family. Consider it the best of the Xbox Kinect in a tiny box.
Read MoreFebruary’s PS Plus Monthly Games include Undisputed and Subnautica: Below Zero
Ultros and Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown round out the latest lineup.
Read MoreFrench Ubisoft workers vote to strike
"We're calling for a HALT to management's obsession with penny-pinching and worsening our working conditions."
Read MoreScott Pilgrim EX will hit PC and consoles on March 3
The beat-'em-up's roster of playable characters includes a robot and one of Ramona's evil exes.
Read MoreUbisoft proposes even more layoffs after last week's studio closures and game cancellations
Ubisoft is planning on laying off 200 employees from its Paris branch. This follows studio closures and game cancellations.
Read MoreBall x Pit's first update brings an endless mode and much more to the chaos
New characters and special ball types give you much more to play around with in this excellent roguelite.
Read MoreBlizzard lines up WoW, Overwatch, Hearthstone and Diablo showcases
The publisher is billing these streams as the start of its "next chapter" and it promises "major game announcements."
Read MoreResident Evil Requiem gives series fans the best of both action and survival horror
Split into two, both Grace and Leon's segments can be played in either third- or first-person perspective.
Read MoreOutside Parties is the creepiest Playdate game yet, and I'm kind of obsessed
Explore a 1.44 gigapixel panoramic image to uncover the mysteries of the Outside.
Read MoreUS Congress members call for 'thorough review' of EA's $55 billion sale
The Congressional Labor Caucus wrote a letter urging the Federal Trade Commission for more oversight with the EA deal.
Read MoreMore Cult of the Lamb, a World War II computer mystery and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, a free Ball x Pit update, an eye-catching Metroidvania and much more.
Read MoreFable will let you be a heartless landlord this fall
After half a decade of waiting, Microsoft finally offered an extended preview of its long-awaited reboot of the beloved Fable RPG franchise on Thursday.
Read MoreDouble Fine announces delightful-looking multiplayer pottery game Kiln
Kiln is a "online multiplayer pottery party brawler" from popular indie dev Double Fine.
Read MoreMario Kart World adds a team option in Knockout Tour
Mario Kart World received a free update today that brings a team option to its Knockout Tour mode.
Read MoreForza Horizon 6 will hit Xbox Series X/S and PC on May 19
The racing game will arrive on PS5 later this year.
Read MoreXbox Developer Direct 2026: How to watch and what we expect to see from Fable, Forza Horizon 6 and Beast of Reincarnation
There may be some surprises in store too.
Read MoreThe Switch 2 version of Super Mario Bros. Wonder arrives on March 26
Featuring new multiplayer modes, playable Rosalina, an assist mode and much more.
Read MoreHow to find an affordable GPU during the great RAMageddon of 2026
Thanks to the AI boom, consumer GPUs like the RTX 5070 Ti are nearly impossible to buy at anything approaching MSRP.
Read MoreMicrosoft ports the Xbox app to Arm-based Windows PCs
The Xbox app will download and stream games on all Arm-based Windows devices, and now more than 85 percent of the Game Pass catalog is compatible.
Read MoreThe Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake among six games canceled by Ubisoft
The company announced a major restructuring on Wednesday.
Read MoreXbox Game Pass adds Death Stranding DC, Ninja Gaiden, Talos Principle 2 and more
Microsoft has announced some solid additions to Game Pass this month, ranging from AAA titles to indies.
Read MoreBungie's Marathon arrives on March 5
Marathon, Bungie's long-awaited extraction shooter, will arrive on March 5.
Read MoreThe plan for a gaming-themed Atari hotel in Las Vegas has reportedly been scrapped
A spokesperson told Las Vegas Sun that the company is focusing on its flagship hotel in Phoenix.
Read MorePapers Please but with zombies, a farming-based shoot-'em-up and other new indie games worth checking out
Check out our latest roundup of everything going on in the indie gaming space.
Read MoreThe latest Legend of Zelda Lego set pays tribute to Ocarina of Time's final battle
The new set joins the Deku Tree set from 2024 and arrives on March 1.
Read MoreItalian regulators are investigating Activision Blizzard's monetization practices
Italian regulators are investigation Activision Blizzard.
Read MoreASUS has stopped producing the NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti and 5060 Ti 16GB, saying they've reached 'end of life'
NVIDIA says "we continue to ship all GeForce SKUs," after YouTube channel Hardware Unboxed reported that the RTX 5070 Ti has "effectively" been discontinued.
Read MoreAmazon's New World: Aeternum MMO will go offline January 31, 2027
Today, Amazon shared more details about the final chapter of its game New World: Aeternum.
Read MoreHeist game Relooted gets a release date
Reclaim stolen African artifacts with your crew on February 10.
Read MoreThe Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 expansion has arrived earlier than expected
You'll need to wait until January 15 for the Switch 2 update, though.
Read MoreIndie RPG Sea of Stars hits iOS and Android on April 7
The indie smash Sea of Stars is dropping for smartphones on April 7. The OS release will cost just $10.
Read MoreSamsung’s refreshed Mobile Gaming Hub is trying to make it easier to discover new games
Compared with PC and console online hubs like Steam and PlayStation Network, mobile platforms are still figuring out how to create a compelling space for engagement.
Read MoreRoblox's age verification system is reportedly a trainwreck
One kid spoofed the selfie system by drawing a mustache and whiskers on his face.
Read More007 First Light dev admits it messed up PC specs announcement
You won't need 32GB of RAM to play the James Bond game in 1080p at 60 fps after all.
Read MoreCivilization VII comes to Apple Arcade in February
Longtime fans of the franchise were disappointed in this latest installment.
Read MorePS Plus Game Catalog additions for January include Resident Evil Village and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
There are new Game Catalog additions for the month of January. One of them is Resident Evil Village.
Read MoreThe Nintendo Switch 2025 year in review is finally here
You can now see how long you spent smashing through walls in Donkey Kong Bananza.
Read MoreNVIDIA rolls out DLSS 4.5 to all RTX GPUs
The company announced the latest version of its image-upscaling tech at CES last week.
Read MoreEA delays Battlefield 6 Season 2 to February 17
A Season 1 extension update will arrive on January 20.
Read MoreStar Wars Outlaws developer Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft Stockholm face layoffs
In its latest cost-cutting effort, Ubisoft proposed a headcount reduction of around 55 people across its two Swedish studios.
Read MoreA Resident Evil showcase is taking place on January 15
Expect Resident Evil Requiem gameplay at least, but Capcom may have more up its sleeve.
Read MoreGameStop reportedly shuts down more than 400 US stores
A blog that tracks GameStop brick-and-mortar location closures in the US noted there could be more to come.
Read MoreDon’t count on Baldur’s Gate 3 coming to Switch 2, as least for now
The game's developer revealed that it wasn't up to them to bring Baldur's Gate 3 to the Nintendo Switch.
Read MoreXbox is bringing Avowed to PS5
Obsidian's fantasy RPG will no longer be a console exclusive as of February 17.
Read MoreRazer put a waifu in a bottle at CES 2026
At CES 2026, Razer upgraded Project Ava with a new home for its AI-based waifus and husbandos.
Read MoreThe next Xbox Developer Direct showcase is on January 22
The fourth annual Xbox Developer Direct event is coming up.
Read MoreNintendo reveals its first Switch 2 Joy-Con color variant
Nintendo has unveiled the first color variants for the Switch 2 Joy-Cons in light purple and light green, set to arrive on February 12th alongside Mario Tennis Fever.
Read MoreASUS and XREAL teamed up at CES to make gaming smartglasses with two important upgrades
At CES 2026, ASUS and XREAL teamed up to make a pair of gaming-focused smartglasses with two important features: a 240Hz refresh and a dedicated dock for connecting PCs and consoles.
Read MoreRoblox now requires age verification to use in-game chat
Roblox now requires age verification for in-game chat.
Read MoreThis game controller has a force feedback steering wheel lodged in the middle
It features a compact steering wheel at the center of an otherwise typical controller design. It's also got force feedback, tech usually found in (full-sized) steering wheel controllers.
Read MoreLenovo updates its Legion and LOQ gaming laptops for CES
Lenovo has refreshed its gaming laptops for CES.
Read MoreLenovo reveals a SteamOS variant of the Legion Go 2 at CES
But you'll have to wait until June to get one.
Read MoreQuake is now Steam Deck Verified
Bethesda announced on X today that Quake is now a Steam Deck Verified title.
Read MoreCES 2026: Hyperkin and Gamesir made a modular game controller for your smartphone, tablet and even your Switch
The X5 Alteron may be the world's first fully modular mobile games controller, with swap-out button arrays and sticks.
Read MoreIntel's Core Ultra Series 3 let me play 'Battlefield 6' at 190 fps on a Lenovo ultraportable
Intel's Arc graphics has come far enough to let me playing Battlefield 6 at insanely high fps rates.
Read MoreAmazon Luna's January lineup includes Madden NFL 26 for free
Amazon Luna's new January games include Madden NFL 26, The Jackbox Party Pack 3 and the return of Death Stranding Director's Cut.
Read MoreRiot Games' 2XKO will hit consoles on January 20
Riot Games has a pretty long legacy as a PC gaming studio, but the company is spreading out into consoles with its newest title.
Read MoreThe PC version of 007 First Light requires lots of expensive RAM and VRAM to run at recommended settings
IO Interactive just announced PC requirements for the upcoming James Bond game 007 First Light. It'll support NVIDIA DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation.
Read MorePNY is releasing slim-sized NVIDIA RTX GPUs just as PC building becomes prohibitively expensive
All three variants, covering the 5070, 5070 Ti and 5080, are two slot cards with just a pair of 120mm fans for cooling.
Read MoreResident Evil Village and Star Wars Outlaws join January's Game Pass additions
Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition is available today.
Read MoreCorsair made a keyboard with a built-in Stream Deck
Corsair just introduced a gaming keyboard with an integrated Elgato Stream Deck. It even has a five-inch screen for keeping track of things.
Read MoreNVIDIA's G-Sync Pulsar tech can minimize motion blur for gamers
NVIDIA has unveiled the G-Sync Pulsar, which it calls the "latest evolution of [its] pioneering VRR technology,," at CES 2026.
Read MoreRazer's Project Motoko is a concept gaming headset that doubles as an AI wearable
We see plenty of far-out ideas on the CES show floor, and this year Razer brought in a concept piece called Project Motoko.
Read MoreRazer's Project Madison concept chair has reactive lighting, immersive audio and multi-zone haptics
Razer announced the Project Madison concept at CES 2026 along with a new, cooler version of its Iskur V2 gaming chair.
Read MoreNVIDIA announces DLSS 4.5 at CES 2026
Just like last year, NVIDIA has used some of its time on the CES stage to introduce an upgraded version of its real-time image-upscaling technology.
Read MoreAnother look at OhSnap's MCON, a magnetic game controller for your phone
OhSnap's MCON controller is on sale now, and the company is working on two slimmer and lighter versions for later this year.
Read MoreFollow the Lego CES 2026 press conference live right here
Lego is gearing up to give its first presentation at CES this year, which might include its newly designed F1 racing car.
Read More8BitDo's Ultimate 3E gamepad for Xbox offers swappable button modules and joysticks
The upcoming Ultimate 3E gamepad by 8BitDo is modular in nearly every way. Players can swap out joysticks, the D-pad and buttons.
Read MoreJLab expands its gaming lineup at CES with keyboards, mice and headsets
They come in three tiers, ranging from $40 to $150.
Read More8BitDo is unveiling a new mobile gaming pad at CES
8BitDo is bringing a new mobile gaming pad to CES.
Read MoreAt CES, Belkin launches a new charging case for the Switch 2 with a screen for checking battery life
The Belkin Charging Case Pro for Nintendo Switch 2 is a snazzy charging case with high-end features. It costs $100 and is available right now.
Read MorePrices for an old Star Wars game have ballooned because of its role in a PS5 jailbreak
Star Wars Racer Revenge is listed on eBay for hundreds of dollars more than its original price because of its use in a new PS5 jailbreak.
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Big Tech (37)
Elon Musk’s SpaceX and xAI are reportedly holding merger talks
It follows reports that SpaceX is planning an IPO as early as this year.
Read MoreApple acquires Q.ai for a reported $2 billion
Apple has acquired Israel-based startup Q.ai, a move that could provide a much-needed boost to the tech giant's capabilities in artificial intelligence.
Read MoreGoogle will pay $135 million to settle illegal data collection lawsuit
Android users involved in the class action could lawsuit could receive up to $100 each.
Read MoreHalide co-founder joins Apple's design team
Apple picked up an intriguing new member for its design team today in Sebastiaan de With, co-founder of the iPhone camera app Halide.
Read MorePatreon creators have to switch to subscription billing by November, thanks to Apple
Apple is forcing the change.
Read MoreAmazon's latest round of layoffs will affect 16,000 workers
Amazon has confirmed that it's letting go of 16,000 workers and employees across its organization.
Read MoreCalifornia will investigate TikTok's alleged censorship of anti-Trump posts
California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that his office is investigating whether TikTok is truly censoring content critical of Trump, days after ByteDance finalized a deal to spin off its business in the US.
Read MoreGoogle agrees to $68 million settlement in voice assistant privacy lawsuit
Google has agreed to a $68 million settlement regarding claims that its voice assistant inappropriately spied on smartphone users.
Read MoreTikTok finalizes deal for its US entity
TikTok has finalized the deal for its US entity, with its parent company ByteDance selling majority of its stake to a group of non-Chinese investors.
Read MoreVimeo lays off most of its staff just months after being bought by private equity firm
Vimeo just got absolutely gutted by parent company Bending Spoons. Employees are saying that most of the staff has been laid off.
Read MoreApple accuses Europe of 'delay tactics' following alternative app store collapse
Apple has accused the European Commission (EC) of using "political delay tactics" as an excuse to probe and fine the company.
Read MoreElon Musk just told Davos that Tesla will sell humanoid robots next year, really, he swears
Tesla CEO Elon Musk just said the company will begin selling Optimus robots next year. That's an extremely optimistic timetable.
Read MoreThe FTC isn't giving up on its antitrust case against Meta
The FTC is appealing a ruling last year in which a federal judge found that the government hadn't proven that Meta is currently operating as a monopoly.
Read MoreMeta's Oversight Board is looking into transparency around disabling accounts
A user's account was permanently disabled after posting violent threats to a journalist.
Read MoreElon Musk is looking for a $134 billion payout from OpenAI and Microsoft
Musk's financial expert claimed that the two tech giant defendants could be liable for their "wrongful gains."
Read MoreGoogle is appealing the ruling from its search antitrust case to avoid sharing data with rivals
Google is appealing the 2024 ruling that it maintains a monopoly in web search.
Read MoreTikTok sued by former workers over alleged union-busting
Around 400 UK content moderators were fired a week before a scheduled vote to unionize.
Read MoreMeta is closing down its VR meeting rooms as part of its wider cull
Meta is killing the standalone Workrooms app on February 16, 2026.
Read MoreTrump administration imposes a 25 percent tariff on high-end chips
President Trump has signed a proclamation imposing a 25 percent tariff on "certain advanced computing chips," the White House has announced.
Read MoreVerizon says its service is back after a 10-hour outage
Verizon is dealing with an outage on its network that's impacting people's ability to make calls. Text messages appear to be fine.
Read More28 advocacy groups call on Apple and Google to ban Grok, X over nonconsensual deepfakes
Silence speaks volumes: So far, neither company has responded to Engadget's request for comment.
Read MoreMeta appoints ex-Trump and Bush official as its new president and vice chairman
Dina Powell McCormick is a banking executive who served on Meta's board for eight months in 2025.
Read MoreUK regulator Ofcom opens a formal investigation into X over CSAM scandal
The UK's media regulator has opened a formal investigation into X.
Read MoreGoogle's new commerce framework cranks up the heat on 'agentic shopping'
Google's Universal Commerce Protocol was made in conjunction with major players like Shopify, Visa, Walmart and many others.
Read MoreElon Musk says X's new algorithm will be made open source next week
Elon Musk wrote on X that the algorithm, 'including all code used to determine what organic and advertising posts are recommended to users,' will be made open source in 7 days.
Read MoreIt's time for Apple to reinstate ICEBlock
The danger isn't to ICE officers. The danger is ICE officers.
Read MoreAmazon is apparently planning a big box store in the Chicago suburbs
Amazon wants to open the store in the Chicago suburbs to offer groceries, merchandise and a fulfillment center for online orders.
Read MoreCES 2026 Day 3: The most interesting tech that's still on the show floor
Cute robots, lightweight EVs and a surprisingly quiet leaf blower are among the tech that stood out as the show winds down.
Read MoreBoston Dynamics unveils production-ready version of Atlas robot at CES 2026
Boston Dynamics is making the final version of Atlas available to Hyundai and Google DeepMind first.
Read MoreThe US withdraws from dozens of international bodies, including climate-focused organizations
A new executive order signed by President Donald Trump pulls the US out of 66 international organizations, several of which are affiliated with the UN.
Read MoreCES 2026 Day 2: All of the coolest tech we saw on the show floor during the second day
CES 2026 day two highlighted the kind of tech that only clicks once you try it for yourself.
Read MoreJPMorgan Chase is taking over the Apple Card
Apple announced today JPMorgan Chase will be the new issuer for the Apple Card.
Read MoreCES 2026 Day 1: The biggest tech news and gadgets you missed from the first official day of the show
Gaming tech, foldables and AI gadgets dominated the first day of CES 2026.
Read MoreCES 2026 day 0: The biggest news you missed from the show's Monday press conferences
From AI-heavy keynotes to smarter gadgets and some genuinely strange demos, CES press day set the tone for the week ahead
Read MoreStarlink offers free internet access in Venezuela following Maduro raid
Free service credits are being applied to active and inactive accounts until February 3.
Read MoreCES 2026: What to expect from tech's big January conference
CES 2026 will feature the latest and greatest in TVs, robotics and AI. Here's what we know so far.
Read MoreWhere are Engadget's CES 2025 winners now?
Before diving into CES 2026, we thought it was a good idea to revisit our best of show winners from last year.
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Engadget's best of CES 2026: All the new tech that caught our eye in Las Vegas
Starting with an initial shortlist of around 50 candidates across a diverse range of product categories, we eventually landed on 15 winners and our singular best in show.
Read More19 CES gadgets you can buy right now
Most CES tech is still on the horizon, but these products are already real, priced and (mostly) ready to ship.
Read MoreThe best gear to help you stick to your New Year's resolutions
If you want to get active, organized or more fit in the new year, it never hurts to have the right equipment to help you stay focused.
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Cameras (6)
Sony A7 V review: Awesome speed and photo quality
With a new stacked 33MP sensor, Sony's A7 V offers speed, autofocus accuracy and the best image quality in its class.
Read MoreDJI launches the lightweight RS 5 camera gimbal for video creators
DJI just introduced the RS 5 camera gimbal. This lightweight camera gimbal offers enhanced intelligent subject tracking.
Read MoreCanon EOS R6 III review: A video powerhouse that's also great for photography
Canon's EOS R6 III is a midrange camera that's outstanding for content creation thanks to the RAW video and excellent autofocus.
Read MoreThe best instant cameras for 2026
These are the best instant cameras you can buy right now, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Read MoreInsta360 releases AI-powered follow-up to its Link webcams
Insta360 has released the next generation of their Link webcams.
Read MoreFujifilm's latest Instax camera looks like a vintage Super 8
Fujifilm just revealed the Instax mini Evo Cinema camera. It can capture videos and print out still images.
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Computing (45)
MSI’s refreshed Prestige series laptops are now available to buy
They're among the first laptops to ship with the latest Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors.
Read MoreOur first look at Google's Android for PC interface leaks in a bug report
We may have our first look at Android for desktop.
Read MoreMicrosoft releases second emergency Windows 11 update to fix Outlook crashes
This second out-of-band update addresses Outlook and cloud storage bugs stemming from Microsoft's January security update.
Read MoreAMD's Ryzen 7 9850X3D CPU will arrive on January 29 and cost $499
The company claims the processor delivers around 27 percent faster gaming performance than the Intel Core Ultra 9 285k.
Read MoreMicrosoft issues emergency fix after a security update left some Windows 11 devices unable to shut down
The latest patch targets issues related to some users not being able to shut down or log in remotely to their Windows devices.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Why did Apple choose Gemini for next-gen Siri?
We chat about our favorite aspects of the show, as well as Engadget's best of CES awards lineup.
Read MoreASUS changes mind, will continue selling the RTX 5070 Ti after all
After reportedly telling Hardware Unboxed that it was putting its RTX 5060 Ti 16GB and 5070 Ti GPUs into "end-of-life status," ASUS is backtracking.
Read MoreA $250 billion trade deal will see Taiwan bring more semiconductor production to the US
The US and Taiwan have signed an agreement that will see a multi-billion dollar investment into domestic development of semiconductors.
Read MoreFramework increases Desktop prices by up to $460 due to RAM crisis
Computer brand Framework has hiked the prices on RAM for its Desktop systems and Mainframes in response to rising costs with its suppliers.
Read MoreDell revives its XPS laptops after a boneheaded rebranding
Dell has finally brought back its XPS brand, along with two new redesigned XPS 14 and 16 models.
Read MoreCES 2026 proved the PC industry is hosed this year
Our global supply of memory is being sacrificed to appease the AI industry.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Best of CES 2026 and a chat with Pebble's founder
We chat about our favorite aspects of the show, as well as Engadget's best of CES awards lineup.
Read MoreIt took guts for Dell to admit its mistake, here's how XPS will make its big comeback in 2026
Last year Dell killed off its iconic XPS line of PCs. Now at CES 2026, Dell has admitted it made and mistake and here's what they are doing to fix things.
Read MoreDell unveils a massive 52-inch 6K ultrawide curved monitor at CES 2026
Dell unveils two worlds-first monitors at CES 2026.
Read MoreThe gaming monitors that caught our eye at CES 2026
Gaming monitors are getting bigger and brighter at CES, all thanks to multiple new implementations of OLED panels.
Read MoreAnker unveils a new lineup of chargers, docks and accessories at CES 2026
Anker has unveiled a new lineup of chargers at CES 2026.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: CES 2026 and the rocky year ahead for the PC industry
We're halfway through CES 2026, and it's clear that it's going to be a rough year for the PC industry.
Read MoreHP's new EliteBoard made me believe in keyboard computers again
HP has revived the keyboard PC concept with its new EliteBoard AI PC.
Read MoreLenovo Tech World at CES 2026: Live updates including news from Motorola and ThinkPad brands
For the first time ever, Lenovo's big conference will take place at Sphere in Las Vegas.
Read MoreAll the laptops that caught our eye at CES 2026
From experimental form factors to slimmer gaming machines and a new wave of AI-focused notebooks, CES 2026 offered an early look at how laptop makers plan to compete this year
Read MoreLenovo goes sci-fi with its wild XD Rollable Concept at CES 2026
At CES 2026, Lenovo remixed last year's Thinkbook Plus Gen 6 to create something even more futuristic including a bonus screen on its lid.
Read MoreCES 2026: The Lenovo Legion Pro Rollable concept goes big wide at the touch of a button
AT CES 2026, Lenovo showed off a wild concept called the Legion Pro Rollable featuring a screen that can go super wide with not one but two additional aspect ratios.
Read MoreLenovo's 14th-gen ThinkPad X1 Carbon comes with a new Space Frame design
The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition and ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11 Aura Edition come with a new design Lenovo has dubbed "Space Frame."
Read MoreCES 2026: The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 7 Auto Twist won't let you out of it sight
After initially teasing a concept laptop stand with a built-in camera that could follow you around a couple years ago, at CES 2026, Lenovo took that tech and put it into a production-ready laptop called the ThinkBook Plus Gen 7 Auto Twist.
Read MoreThe ASUS Zenbook Duo got a fantastic redesign for CES 2026
Two years after introducing its first dual screen laptop, ASUS is giving the Zenbook Duo the major revamp it deserves.
Read MoreSatechi is embracing Thunderbolt 5 at CES with a new dock and cable
Satechi is introducing the Thunderbolt 5 CubeDock and Pro Cable at CES 2026, which offer faster transfer speeds and better power delivery.
Read MoreLG's UltraGear GX7 is its fastest and brightest OLED gaming monitor to date
LG is stepping up its OLED monitor game with its fastest and brightest model yet, the UltraGear GX7.
Read MoreAMD's new Ryzen AI Max+ chips and Ryzen 7 9850X3D court desktop enthusiasts at CES 2026
At CES 2026, AMD is unveiling new Ryzen AI Max+ and X3D chips targeted at demanding users.
Read MoreAlienware teases new super-slim and entry-level gaming laptops at CES 2026
Alienware plans to launch both a new ultra-slim laptop and an entry-level laptop later in 2026.
Read MoreAMD's Ryzen AI 400 chips are a big boost for laptops and desktops alike
With its new batch of Ryzen AI 400 chips, AMD is finally delivering some Copilot+ AI chips for desktops.
Read MoreIntel at CES 2026: Live updates from the Core Ultra Series 3 Panther Lake launch event
The new Panther Lake chips are expected to launch during CES week.
Read MoreCES 2026: Intel hopes its Core Ultra Series 3 chips are the start of a comeback
Panther Lake is here!
Read MoreThe ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo is big, weird and kind of awesome
At CES 2026, ASUS announced what might be the world's first gaming laptop with full-size dual displays with the ROG Zephyrus Duo and it's kind of awesome.
Read MoreAMD at CES 2026: Live updates from CEO Lisa Su's keynote presentation
Expect announcements heavy on AI, and maybe an update on new Ryzen chips.
Read MoreAcer's Predator Helios Neo 16S AI laptop can be outfitted with Intel's new Core Ultra 9 386H CPU
Acer just revealed the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI laptop at CES 2026. It comes with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 386H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 GPU.
Read MoreSamsung’s Galaxy Book 6 series launches at CES with Intel’s newest chips and a refined design
The whole Galaxy Book 6 series features new Intel Panther Lake chips, optimized by Samsung for three new laptops: The Galaxy Book 6 Ultra, Galaxy Book 6 Pro and Galaxy Book 6.
Read MoreAcer goes big on the haptic trackpad for CES with the Swift 16 AI laptop
Acer has a handful of laptop updates at this year's CES show.
Read MoreCES 2026: HP says the HyperX Omen Max 16 is the most powerful 16-inch gaming laptop in the world
At CES 2026, HyperX showcased what its calling the most powerful 16-inch laptop in the world, but only among systems without external cooling.
Read MoreMSI unveils new gaming and Prestige business laptops at CES 2026
MSI has presented its refreshed Prestige lineup of business laptops, as well as its next-generation Raider, Stealth and Crosshair gaming models at this year's CES.
Read MoreWatch the NVIDIA CES 2026 keynote with CEO Jensen Huang live here: AI, robotics updates and more
NVIDIA is showcasing robotics, simulation, gaming and more at CES 2026.
Read MoreThe HP Omnibook Ultra 14 at CES 2026: Super sleek and surprisingly durable
I went hands-on with HP's new flagship consumer laptop, which pairs a superthin design with military-grade toughness.
Read MoreQualcomm unveils Snapdragon X2 Plus chip at CES
CES tends to bring a wave of news from chipmakers, and Qualcomm has used this year's event to announce the Snapdragon X2 Plus laptop processor.
Read MoreBelkin announces a wireless HDMI dongle that doesn't need Wi-Fi access
The ConnectAir Wireless HDMI Display Adapter will be released early this year.
Read MoreLG's 'Aerominum' Gram Pro laptops feel impossibly light and strong
LG has finally fixed its flex issues thanks to the Gram Pro's Aerominum case.
Read MoreLG made up a new word for its next ultralight Gram laptops: 'Aerominum'
LG just announced some new Gram AI laptops ahead of CES. They are covered in a proprietary material the company has named Aerominum.
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Cybersecurity (18)
The best cheap VPN in 2026
You'll get the best VPN experience by paying, but prices don't have to be steep
Read MoreAre VPNs really safe? The security factors to consider before using one
VPNs aren't fundamentally unsafe, but using the wrong one can be dangerous. Here's how to tell the difference.
Read MoreHow to cancel Windscribe and get your money back
If you're unsatisfied with Windscribe's browsing speeds (or its constant 69 jokes), here's how to end your subscription and get a refund.
Read MoreWindscribe review: Despite the annoyances, it has the right idea
The security and privacy of this freemium VPN are unimpeachable, though it makes some odd choices in design and customer service.
Read MoreWhatsApp introduces an advanced security mode to protect against hackers
Meta's WhatsApp just introduced something called Strict Account Settings. This mode protects against hackers in several ways.
Read More1Password adds an extra layer of phishing protection
The browser extension now warns you if you're about to paste credentials into a bogus site.
Read MoreHow to check if your VPN is working
There can be a thin line between a VPN working perfectly and one that's falling down on the job. Learn how to tell the difference.
Read MoreWashington is the latest state pursuing an age verification law for porn sites
The Washington State House of Representatives just held a public hearing for the Keep Our Children Safe Act.
Read MoreHow to cancel CyberGhost and get a refund
If you're ready to stop being a Ghostie, here's how to end your subscription and get your money back.
Read MoreCyberGhost VPN review: Despite its flaws, the value is hard to beat
CyberGhost is a streaming champion with low latencies that gamers will love, but its speeds drag over long distances.
Read MoreFlaw in 17 Google Fast Pair audio devices could let hackers eavesdrop
Google is working with security researchers and its hardware partners.
Read MoreHow to turn off a VPN on iPhone
If you ever need to work unmasked on iOS, here's how to shut off your VPN or delete it altogether.
Read MoreUK scraps digital ID requirement for workers
The government still plans to fully transition to digital right-to-work checks by 2029.
Read MoreIndia is proposing another far-reaching security rule for smartphones
India is reportedly proposing that phone manufacturers hand over source code.
Read MoreInstagram says accounts 'are secure' after wave of suspicious password reset requests
The leak may be responsible for Instagram users receiving plenty of emails requesting a password reset.
Read MoreHow to change location with a VPN
VPNs grant you access to virtual locations all over the world -- here's what that means and how to use it.
Read MoreHow to use a VPN on iPhone
iOS users can install the full spectrum of top VPNs. Here's how to make them work for you.
Read MoreCalifornia introduces a one-stop shop to delete your online data footprint
Californians now have access to a free online tool that deletes all of their personal data stored by data brokers.
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Deals (16)
Monarch Money deal: New users get one year of access for only $50
Track your spending and pay 50 percent less than usual with Monarch Money.
Read MoreApple's AirPods 4 with ANC are on sale for $119
It's the best price we've seen so far this year.
Read MorePick up AirPods Pro 3 while they're down to $199 right now
Active noise cancellation, heart rate sensing, and live translation for 20 percent off.
Read MoreThe Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are 35 percent off
You can pick up the first-gen headphones for $279.
Read MoreNBA League Pass is up to 55 percent off
NBA League Pass is on sale right now with roughly half of the season to go.
Read MoreThis Audible deal ends soon: Get three months of access for only $3
The promotion is live until January 21.
Read MoreAirTag deal: Get four of the Bluetooth trackers for $65
That's only a couple of dollars more than the record-low price.
Read MoreThis UGreen 3-in-1 wireless charger is 32 percent off right now
Access Qi2 25W charging at home or on the go.
Read MoreApple's latest 25W MagSafe charger is on sale for $30
Save $10 on both the one and two meter models and get up to 25W of wireless power.
Read MoreGet $100 off Apple's Mac mini M4 desktop
That's 17 percent off and brings it not far from its record-low price.
Read MoreThe first-gen Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are $150 off right now
The first-gen Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are on steep discount right now.
Read MoreElevation Lab's extended battery AirTag case is down to only $16
Elevation Labs' case that can power your AirTag for years is on sale.
Read MoreAmazon's Kindle is $20 off right now
That brings the price of Amazon's most affordable ereader down to $90.
Read MoreThe Apple Watch Series 11 is on sale for a record-low price
The smartwatch is our best overall pick and can track your sleep and your blood pressure.
Read MoreYou can get a four-pack of Samsung SmartTag 2 trackers for just $45
Samsung SmartTag 2's are on steep discount right now.
Read MoreGoogle's Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds are on sale for $165
The discount only applies to a single colorway, but that brings them close to a record low.
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Entertainment (46)
Sundance doc 'Ghost in the Machine' draws a damning line between AI and eugenics
The Sundance documentary Ghost in the Machine boldly declares that the pursuit of artificial intelligence, and Silicon Valley itself, is rooted in eugenics.
Read MoreThe first season of Amazon's Fallout show is now free on Youtube
Amazon is trying to drum up some more hype for the season 2 finale.
Read MoreHow to watch the 2026 Grammy Awards: TV channel, start time, where to stream, nominations list and more
The 2026 Grammy Awards air this Sunday night, here's how to watch.
Read MoreSpotify has a group messaging feature now
Spotify is adding a group chat function to its messaging feature.
Read MoreApple TV signs TV and movie deal for Brandon Sanderson's fantasy books
Brandon Sanderson, a popular author of high-fantasy and science fiction books, has signed a deal with Apple TV to adapt his works set in the Cosmere fictional universe into films and TV shows.
Read MoreApple TV offers first look at Ted Lasso season 4
Apple TV shares our first look at the return of Ted Lasso.
Read MorePornhub will become unavailable for many UK users as of February 2
Most of the UK will lose access to Pornhub soon.
Read MoreHow to get NBC without Fubo ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics
Here's what you need to know about how to watch the Winter Olympics on NBC without Fubo.
Read MoreLego has a new round of Star Wars sets that work with the Smart Brick
The Smart Brick isn't included, though.
Read MoreYoshi and Birdo arrive in new trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, along with an earlier release date
Nintendo dropped the new trailer during The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Direct.
Read MoreDarth Maul's standalone series premieres on Disney+ on April 6
Star Wars: Maul — Shadow Lord, an animated spin-off about Darth Maul, will run for 10 episodes starting in April.
Read MoreDavid Ellison extends deadline for Warner Bros. Discovery takeover offer
Paramount Skydance says Warner Bros. Discovery now has until February 20 to accept its $108.4 billion acquisition offer.
Read MoreNetflix scores Oscar nominations for Frankenstein and KPop Demon Hunters
Ryan Coogler's Sinners just scored a record-breaking 16 Oscar nominations. Other nominated films include Frankenstein, Bugonia and KPop Demon Hunters.
Read MoreFor All Mankind returns on March 27 for a fifth season
Apple's For All Mankind will air its fifth season on March 27. It consists of ten weekly episodes.
Read MoreYouTube CEO promises more AI features in 2026
You'll soon be able to create Shorts using an AI-generated version of yourself.
Read MoreNetflix mobile app redesign will offer 'deeper integration' of vertical video
After testing the feature for the last six months or so, Netflix said it will bring vertical videos to its mobile app sometime later in 2026.
Read MoreAmazon's live-action God of War adaptation adds Teresa Palmer
Palmer is known for her roles in The Fall Guy, Warm Bodies and Hacksaw Ridge and will play Sif in the God of War TV show.
Read MoreTikTok's latest spinoff app feels a lot like Quibi, but with shorter and cornier content
The PineDrama app has shows with minute-long episodes and cliffhangers to keep users engaged.
Read MoreNetflix will give WBD movies 45-day theater exclusivity if deal goes through
Previous reports claimed Netflix was supportive of a much shorter window.
Read MoreKathleen Kennedy steps down as Lucasfilm president, marking a new era for the Star Wars franchise
Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down as president of Lucasfilm. Dave Filoni will be the company's President and Chief Creative Officer alongside Co-President Lynwen Brennan.
Read MoreNetflix's expanded Sony deal includes streaming rights to the Legend of Zelda movie
The new deal will let Netflix stream Sony's films worldwide, and give it streaming rights to the first live-action adaption of The Legend of Zelda.
Read MoreAmazon is making a Fallout Shelter competition reality TV show
Prime Video has greenlit a scripted reality show titled Fallout Shelter.
Read MoreSpotify is getting a buck more expensive in February
Spotify is raising the prices for its premium subscriptions by $1 to $2 across the board, starting this February. T
Read MoreNetflix will air new video podcasts from Pete Davidson and Michael Irvin this month
Netflix is continuing to double down on podcasts, announcing two new original shows for its platform.
Read MoreRyan Hurst cast as Kratos for live-action God of War show
Amazon's upcoming God of War live-action TV adaptation has cast Ryan Hurst as its Kratos.
Read MoreYouTube adds more parental controls, including a way to block teens from watching Shorts
The platform will soon update the sign-up process for kid accounts.
Read MoreFender's guitar lessons are coming to Samsung TVs later this year
The Fender Play app is coming to TVs for the first time.
Read MoreBandcamp prohibits music made ‘wholly or in substantial part’ by AI
Bandcamp is banning any music or audio on its platform that is "wholly or in substantial part" made by generative AI.
Read MoreLego's first Pokémon sets are now available for pre-order
Pre-orders for all three kits are open now, with an expected ship date of February 27.
Read MoreParamount won't quit, files suit against Warner Bros. Discovery over rejected bid
Paramount is now suing over its rejected bid for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Read MoreNetflix won seven awards at the Golden Globes with Adolescence and KPop Demon Hunters
Apple TV, HBO Max and Hulu also took home trophies.
Read MoreSpotify is no longer running ads for ICE
There are no recruitment ads for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) running on Spotify at the moment, the streaming service has told Variety.
Read MoreLego is trying to make tech invisible with Smart Play
Lego's Smart Play system has been eight years in the making.
Read MoreYouTube will let you exclude Shorts from search results
YouTube introduced some new filters to its advanced search tools today.
Read MoreMissing NBC on Fubo? Here's how to watch Sunday Night Football, figure skating, and more this week
Here's what you need to know about the NBC-Fubo dispute.
Read MoreStar Trek: Starfleet Academy deftly balances teen drama with intergalactic intrigue
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy premieres on January 15.
Read MoreDisney+ is launching vertical videos this year
Disney+ will add vertical videos to its service in the US sometime this year, in hopes that they can entice viewers to engage with its app every day.
Read MoreSpotify now lets you share what you’re listening to in real time via chat
Spotify is rolling out new social elements. The platform now offers the ability to share real-time listening metrics with friends and family.
Read MoreLego unveils a technology-packed Smart Brick at CES 2026
Lego's technology-packed Smart Brick is unlike anything the company has created before.
Read MoreLego Smart Play hands-on: Using Smart Brick technology to get kids to play together
Lego is harnessing modern technology in its Smart Play system to get kids to play more together.
Read MoreWarners Bros. Discovery board urges shareholders to reject amended Paramount bid
The Warner Bros. Discovery board is recommending against Paramount Skydance's latest hostile takeover bid.
Read MoreMTV Rewind is a developer's tribute to 24/7 music video channels
The web app has an MTV Unplugged stream, a channel of videos from MTV's first day and era-appropriate ads.
Read MorePeacock is expanding Dolby Vision and Atmos availability for live sports
Dolby Laboratories has announced at CES that Peacock is expanding the availability of Dolby Vision and Atmos across live sports.
Read MoreA Stranger Things making-of documentary hits Netflix next week
Netflix is releasing a documentary about the making of season five of Stranger Things. It drops on January 12.
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Home (65)
The best gear to upgrade your home theater setup
Ahead of your next gathering or Super Bowl 2026 party, these gadgets can give your living room setup a much-needed revamp.
Read MoreSamsung Bespoke Fridge with AI review: All the bells and whistles
If you are into tech-forward appliances with a beautiful minimalist design, it's hard to do better than Samsung's current line of high-end Bespoke refrigerators with AI Vision.
Read MoreRing can now verify if a video has been altered
Ring Verify can tell you if a video has been altered in any way.
Read MoreTelly has only delivered 35,000 of its free televisions with always-on ads
The figure appears to come from a quarterly investor update, but Telly didn't provide any comment on the report.
Read MoreWeber's 2026 smart grill lineup includes the company's first Wi-Fi-equipped charcoal grill
In addition to its first smart charcoal grill, Weber has Wi-Fi options for existing Kettle owners, new smart gas grills and wireless temperature probes.
Read MoreSony is handing control of its Bravia TV business to China's TCL
Sony is ceding control of its Bravia TV brand to China's TCL as part of a new "strategic partnership."
Read MoreValerion VisionMaster Max projector review: Near-perfect image quality comes at a price
Valerian's VisionMaster Max delivers outstanding image quality, but it will be hard for most buyers to justify the high price.
Read MoreAnker's Solix E10 battery backup can power your entire house in a blackout
Anker is going up against Tesla in the home battery backup segment with Solix E10 that promises "whole-home backup" and one-stop installation services.
Read MoreDolby Vision 2 is coming this year, here’s what you need to know
An early guide to where and how you'll be able to watch movies and TV shows in Dolby Vision 2.
Read MoreThe biggest new TV announcements at CES 2026 from Samsung, LG and TCL
Micro RGB is the big new TV technology at CES, with new sets on deck from LG, Samsung and others.
Read MoreEmerson Smart brings offline voice control to lamps and fans
I checked out a line of offline, app-free voice controlled products at CES.
Read MoreI can't get over this goofy, long-necked 'cyber pet' robot at CES
OlloBot comes in two versions: short neck and long, telescoping neck (both with fur).
Read MoreThe GE Profile Smart Fridge stops you from buying too much kale
I saw the GE Profile Smart Fridge with Kitchen Assistant at CES and scanned some bagels with it.
Read MoreYou won’t be able to buy Samsung’s household Ballie robot after all
The company will keep using Ballie internally as an "active innovation platform," but it seems doomed as a consumer device.
Read MoreCES 2026: The Tone Outdoors T1 solved the biggest problem with leaf blowers
Whisper Aero's new spinoff used aerospace engineering to reduce the annoyance of cleaning your yard.
Read MoreSamsung Display at CES 2026: Playful demos and mysterious prototypes
Take a tour of Samsung Display's future endevors in OLED. Any size. Any shape. Any foldable iPhone?
Read MoreThe Shine 2.0 is a compact wind turbine for your next camping trip
I checked out the Shine 2.0 personal wind power generator at CES.
Read MoreLG's CLOiD robot can fold laundry and serve food… very slowly
With CLOiD, LG has proven that a robot helper is theoretically possible, but probably not likely to happen any time soon.
Read MoreIKEA's first CES appearance included a $6 Matter smart bulb
IKEA brought affordable smart home devices and high-design smart lamps to CES.
Read MoreNosh is an AI cooking robot for the meal prep crowd
Nosh is another AI cooking robot, but one that's relatively affordable.
Read MoreSwitchbot came to CES with a laundry robot you might actually be able to buy
Switchbot's Onero H1 has been one of the most intriguing robot helpers I've seen at CES 2026, especially because the company says that it will actually go on sale later this year.
Read MoreThrone, from the co-founder of Whoop, uses computer vision to study your poop
Throne is another toilet computer looking to join the fray.
Read MoreClear Drop is trying to do something about all those plastic bags under your sink
At CES, the Clear Drop soft plastics compactor showed off the bricks it makes out of grocery bags.
Read MorePhilips Hue 'SpatialAware' feature harmonizes all the lights in a room
Philips Hue has introduced a new software feature called SpatialAware at CES 2026 designed to ensure that all the lights in a space are in harmony with each other.
Read MoreDreame's latest robot vacuum concept has slightly terrifying legs that can climb full-size stairs
This year at CES 2026, Dreame is showing off a prototype of the Cyber X robot vacuum that can climb up and down an entire flight of stairs.
Read MoreDreame's robot vacuum with an arm is back at CES 2026 and it can do more than pick up shoes
Dreame has made its arm-enabled vacuum a reality with the Cyber 10 Ultra.
Read MoreCosori's stainless steel air fryer wants to assuage your fear of microplastics
Cosori has released a pricey stainless steel air fryer.
Read MoreInkPoster launches a premium, 41-inch e-paper display for your home
It's bigger than the existing models, and has a fancier surround.
Read MoreRing relaunches its suite of smart home sensors
Ring's at CES with updated sensors, more AI, and Fire Watch integration.
Read MoreSegway's Navimow brand unveiled a new line of robotic lawn mowers at CES 2026
Segway's Navimow brand has released a new lineup of robotic lawn mowers.
Read MoreBirdbuddy's new smart bird feeder can ID birds by their songs
The newest smart bird feeders from Birdbuddy are solar powered and have rotatable camera lenses.
Read MoreCozyla showed off a 4K, 55-inch digital family calendar at CES
At CES, we saw this subscription-free family calendar. It's huge and comes on a rolling stand.
Read MoreVivoo's toilet computer keeps an eye on your hydration
It uses optical sensors to measure the specific gravity of your urine.
Read MoreThis tabletop sleep device and sunrise alarm clock aims to help you put your phone away before bed
Dreamie offers customizable routines and soothing sleep content without requiring a phone (or subscription).
Read MoreGoogle TV's new Gemini features range from useful to unnecessary
I got to see a preview of the Gemini features coming to Google TVs. Deep dive AI answers and Google Photo support were among the notable changes.
Read MoreTCL unveils its X11L SQD-Mini LED TVs at CES 2026
TCL introduced the next entry in its flagship line of mini LED televisions during CES.
Read MoreLG Sound Suite hands-on at CES 2026: Home theater powered by Dolby Atmos FlexConnect
Inside LG's makeshift living room for a closer listen to the company's new home theater gear.
Read MoreWhat are Micro RGB TVs and why are they everywhere at CES 2026?
Why do we even need Micro RGB TVs and how are they different from OLED, Micro LED and Mini LED models
Read MoreGE Appliances' new Smart Refrigerator automates grocery shopping with a barcode scanner and Instacart
GE Appliances' new smart fridge can scan barcodes on products to automatically add them to your grocery list.
Read MoreHow to watch the Hisense CES 2026 press conference live
Look for RGB TVs and AI integrations across the board from Hisense in 2026.
Read MoreThis Tamagotchi clone is designed to help you keep your plants alive
Senso combines real-time plant health monitoring with a virtual companion.
Read MoreXGIMI's Titan Noir Max 4K projector has a dynamic IRIS for increased contrast
XGIMI, which burst on the scene in 2025 with several impressive projectors, has unveiled its "new generation" model called the Titan Noir Max.
Read MoreBrisk It brings its AI cooking tech to an indoor oven at CES 2026
Brisk It is branching out from smart grills for the Neoma AI Countertop Oven.
Read MoreLG at CES 2026: Live updates from the company's 'World Premiere' event
The Korean electronics giant will showcase new TVs, robots and plenty of AI-powered products when it kicks off press day in Las Vegas.
Read MoreLG TVs at CES 2026: A stunning Wallpaper set, glorious Micro RGB colors and a better Gallery TV
LG is pushing ahead with a variety of new TV concepts: A super-thin Wallpaper set, Micro RGB evolving Mini LED technology and a better competitor to Samsung's Frame TV.
Read MoreEufy just revealed a tech-heavy baby bottle washer at CES
The Eufy Bottle Washer S1 is a tech-forward baby bottle washer that was revealed at CES 2026. It can clean up to eight sets of bottles at once.
Read MoreSoundcore's Nebula P1i portable projector launches in early 2026 for $369
If you had your eye on Nebula P1 projector but $799 is too rich for your blood, Soundcore has a new option at CES 2026.
Read MoreAnker's CES smart home lineup includes a $1,600 Eufy robovac
There's also a video doorbell, solar wall light and smart lock with face scanning.
Read MoreSamsung unveiled AI-powered products at CES 2026: Everything announced from the year's first press conference
TVs, speakers, appliances and yes, a whole lot of AI.
Read MoreEmber Artline is Amazon's answer to Samsung's The Frame
Amazon just revealed the Ember Artline TV, which displays art in addition to content. This puts it in line with stuff like Samsung's The Frame.
Read MoreAmazon is redesigning its Fire TV UI for streaming sticks and TVs
Amazon's new Fire TV UI and Fire TV mobile app make content easier to search for and watch, whether it's from Amazon's library or not.
Read MoreCES 2026 opening night recap: All the early news you missed from Samsung and LG
CES doesn't officially open until January 6, but Sunday's pre-show slate already delivered a familiar mix of big-brand teases, weird prototypes and the first wave of products we'll be hearing about all week
Read MoreGoogle TV is getting Gemini-powered photo editing at CES
Gemini will be able to edit photos and adjust your TV's settings as part of a new Google TV update.
Read MoreFraimic is an E Ink display that turns your ideas into AI art
We checked out Fraimic at CES -- it's an epaper art display for AI-generted images from your prompts -- or uploads of actual art.
Read MoreSamsung’s Freestyle+ projector hands-on: Much brighter and impressively adaptable
Samsung's Freestyle+ portable projector is nearly twice as bright as the 2022 iteration. But the more impressive part is how it adjusts to different surfaces.
Read MoreSamsung brought an absolute beast of a 130-inch Micro RGB TV to CES 2026
Samsung is taking Micro RGB even bigger with its new concept set.
Read MoreSamsung HW-QS90H soundbar hands-on: Impressive bass performance without a subwoofer
Our first look at Samsung's newest soundbar at CES 2026.
Read MoreLG brought back the Wallpaper TV for CES and ditched the companion sound bar
The OLED evo W6 from LG makes a glorious return with an even more minimalist design.
Read MoreJapanese startup Ludens AI brought two very adorable robots to CES 2026
Japanese startup Ludens AI is showing off two extremely adorable robot companions at CES 2026: Cocomo and Inu.
Read MoreLockin's everlasting vein-recognizing smart lock doorbell cam combo is peak CES
The Lockin V7 Max smart lock is also a doorbell cam that charges wirelessly via an infrared emitter.
Read MoreWithings' updated Body Scan scale tracks 60 different biomarkers
Body Scan 2 will keep a better eye on your heart health.
Read MoreNarwal's first mattress vacuum heats, taps, UV-blasts and sucks up all the ick living in your bed
Narwal showed off its new vacuums durning CES Unveiled. One of them can track down your pet for you.
Read MoreLG reveals its laundry-folding robot at CES 2026
LG has offered its first look at the AI-powered CLOiD robot it claims can fold laundry, unload the dishwasher, serve food and help out with other tasks around the house.
Read MoreGovee's CES lineup includes a ceiling lamp that simulates skylights
An updated floor lamp can reproduce over 281 trillion colors.
Read MoreSamsung's latest Freestyle portable projector is brighter and smarter
Samsung will show off its new Freestyle+ compact projector at CES 2026.
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Laptops (2)
The best laptops you can buy in 2026, tested and reviewed
Our top picks for best laptops include Chromebooks, MacBooks, Windows machines and gaming laptops.
Read MoreThe best laptops for gaming and schoolwork in 2026
These are our top picks for true work-and-play machines.
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Mobile (14)
Apple just reported its best-ever quarter for iPhone sales
Apple shared financial results for its first quarter of 2026 today and the news is once again very, very good for the Cupertino company.
Read MoreThe Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold will cost $2,900 in the US
Samsung's unique Galaxy Z Trifold smartphone goes on sale in the US on January 30.
Read MoreASUS will not release any new smartphones this year
ASUS appears to be shifting its business operations away from smartphones.
Read MoreIt's the last day to get up to $90 off reMarkable E Ink tablet bundles
The reMarkable 2 bundle includes a Marker stylus and folio case.
Read MoreHow to claim Verizon's $20 credit for Wednesday's service outage
Everything you need to know about Verizon's $20 credit offer after its hours-long outage.
Read MoreTaiwan issues arrest warrant for Pete Lau, CEO of OnePlus
Taiwanese officials have issued an arrest warrant for OnePlus CEO Pete Lau on allegations of illegally employing workers in Taiwan.
Read MoreThe Clicks co-founder explains who its tiny Communicator phone is for
Clicks is taking a swing at entering the mobile phone market.
Read MoreMotorola just announced a foldable phone to rival Samsung and Google at CES
Motorola just announced the Razr Fold at CES 2026. This is the company's first foldable smartphone.
Read MoreMotorola expands its Moto Things lineup with a new Bluetooth tracker, stylus and smartwatch
Motorola is announcing a new Moto Tag 2 tracker, Moto Pen Ultra stylus and Moto Watch smartwatch.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Z TriFold hands-on: Flexing is believing at CES 2026
After going on sale late last year in South Korea, I finally got a chance to try out Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold and I kind of hate how much I like it.
Read MoreHow to watch the Samsung 'First Look' CES 2026 presentation
Samsung is kicking off CES with a Sunday night press conference.
Read MoreYukai Engineering's latest gadget at CES is a fan for babies
Baby FuFu is its name, and baby cooling is its game.
Read MoreClicks is bringing its first smartphone and a new keyboard to CES 2026
Clicks has unveiled its first smartphone at CES 2026, along with a new keyboard.
Read MoreMinimal phone pioneer Punkt is back with a new privacy-focused model at CES
The MC03 splits data into two sections: a secure enclave and a more open area.
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News (25)
Engadget Podcast: What do prediction markets like Kalshi cost us?
Somehow, we live in a world where people can bet on practically anything using sites like Polymarket and Kalshi.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The Nex Playground channels the spirit of Xbox's Kinect
This morning: Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026: Everything we think the company will unveil, Mark Zuckerberg says Reality Labs will (eventually) stop losing so much money.
Read MoreAmazon Go and Fresh stores are closing as Amazon focuses on grocery delivery and Whole Foods
Some Go and Fresh locations will morph into Whole Foods Market stores.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple's new louder, high-precision AirTag
The biggest stories: Resident Evil Requiem preview and TikTok's struggles over the weekend.
Read MoreThe best kitchen gadgets for 2026
Or, the devices that deserve spots on your counter and in your cabinets.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple might be making its own AirTag-sized AI wearable
Want a thicker AirTag that listens and has cameras?
Read MoreThe best winter tech for 2026 to help get you through the coldest months
These are our must-have purchases to soften winter's edge.
Read MoreThe best robot vacuum for 2026
Robot vacuums are available at many price points today, and some of them can even mop in addition to vacuum. These are the best robot vacuums you can buy today.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Elon Musk wants a $134 billion payout from OpenAI and Microsoft
The biggest news stories this morning: ASUS will not release any new smartphones this year, Musk claims Tesla will restart work on its Dojo supercomputer, Microsoft issues emergency fix after update stops some Windows 11 devices from shutting down.
Read MoreThe Morning After: ASUS stops making some NVIDIA GPUs due to memory supply crunch
The biggest news stories this morning: How to claim Verizon's $20 credit for Wednesday's service outage, Get one month of the Disney+ and Hulu bundle for only $10, Valerion VisionMaster Max projector review.
Read MoreMeta has closed three VR studios as part of its metaverse cuts
Meta has shuttered three of its VR studios, including Armature, Sanzaru and Twisted Pixel as part of its metaverse layoffs.
Read MoreMeta refocuses on AI hardware as metaverse layoffs begin
Meta has begun a massive set of layoffs in its reality Labs Division, as the company refocuses on developing AI-powered hardware.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple will use Gemini to power Siri AI
The biggest news stories this morning: Meta appoints ex-Trump and Bush official as its new president and vice chair, Netflix won 7 awards at the Golden Globes, NASA makes final preparations for its first crewed moon mission in over 50 years.
Read MoreCES 2026: Live updates on the latest gadgets at the biggest tech event of the year
Engadget's liveblog of CES 2026, including all the latest news from the showfloor in Las Vegas.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The best of CES 2026
The biggest news stories this morning: The big winners at CES 2026, CES 2026 proved the PC industry is hosed this year, Razer put a waifu in a bottle.
Read MoreAll the tech and gadgets announced at CES 2026
Check out all of the big reveals from this year's edition of the tech trade show.
Read MoreThe weirdest tech we've seen at CES 2026 so far
This year's show delivered bathroom tech that knows you a little too well, laptops that physically reshape themselves and gadgets that feel like they escaped from a sci-fi writer's junk drawer.
Read MoreBluetti's Charger 2 uses solar and engine power to charge your portable battery
Bluetti's new Charger 2 will let you charge your batteries from your alternator and the solar panel on your roof.
Read MoreEyebot promises an accurate vision test in a couple of minutes
Eyebot tested my eyesight in under three minutes.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Sony Honda’s new car, Lego’s first CES press event and more
The biggest news stories this morning: Intel hopes its Core Ultra Series 3 chips are the start of a comeback, Razer's Project Madison concept chair has reactive lighting, immersive audio and multi-zone haptics, It took guts for Dell to admit its mistake.
Read MoreThe Handy 2 Pro is an 'overclockable' sex toy
The Handy 2 Pro is so powerful it's almost dangerous.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Instagram boss says ‘more practical to fingerprint real media than fake media’
The biggest news stories this morning: What to expect at CES 2026, Netflix releases finale trailer for Stranger Things, How to watch Samsung's First Look CES 2026 presentation.
Read MoreThe best rice cooker for 2026
Get excellent rice every time for all of your katsus, curries, burritos and more.
Read MoreThe best smart scales for 2026
Smart scales can make it easier for you to keep track of your weight and overall health over time. These are our favorite smart scales on the market right now.
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Reviews (1)
Engadget review recap: Valerion VisionMaster Max, Canon EOS R6 III and Samsung Bespoke Fridge
A roundup of the recent reviews published by Engadget.
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Science (16)
SpaceX wants to launch a constellation of a million satellites to power AI needs
The Federal Communications Commission will review SpaceX's request to deploy the massive satellite network.
Read MoreBlue Origin is pausing its space tourist flights to work on lunar landers for NASA
Blue Origin plans to put a focus on the development of its human lunar capabilities, so it won't be sending tourists to space for at least the next two years.
Read MoreAstronomers share new insights about the early universe via the Webb Space Telescope
Researchers using the James Webb Space Telescope have found a galaxy that is offering new data about the early stages of the universe's existence.
Read MoreElon Musk is reportedly trying to take SpaceX public
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Elon Musk is trying to take SpaceX public, after years of resistance. He wants to put AI data centers in space.
Read MoreEarth is having some issues, so let's enjoy the Webb telescope's new nebula image
It's our closest look yet at the Helix Nebula's comet-like knots.
Read MoreDr. Gladys West, whose mathematical models inspired GPS, dies at 95
Pioneering mathematician Dr. Gladys West has passed away at the age of 95.
Read MoreSenate passes minibus bill funding NASA, rejecting Trump's proposed cuts
After a tumultuous 2025 that saw it lose around 4,000 employees, NASA finally has an operating budget for 2026, and one that largely preserves its scientific capabilities.
Read MoreISS mission splashes down after medical issue
The SpaceX Dragon spacecraft carrying the Crew-11 astronauts has splashed down into the ocean.
Read MoreSpaceX can deploy 7,500 more Starlink Gen2 satellites with FCC approval
The Federal Communications Commission has approved SpaceX's request to deploy an additional 7,500 Gen2 Starlink satellites.
Read MoreNASA makes final preparations for its first crewed moon mission in over 50 years
NASA will soon roll out the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and the Orion spacecraft to their launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
Read MoreNASA is ending Crew-11 astronauts' mission a month early
NASA has decided to bring the Crew-11 astronauts home a month earlier than originally planned due to a "medical concern" with one of them.
Read MoreCES: So very big, so little sustainability tech
I tried really hard to find sustainability tech at CES.
Read MoreNASA delays spacewalk due to a 'medical concern' with a crew member
The agency hasn't ruled out sending Crew-11 home early.
Read MoreL'Oréal’s CES 2026 beauty devices include a skin-like flexible LED mask
The company is bringing new technologies to styling and wellness products.
Read MoreStarlink is lowering thousands of satellites' orbits to reduce risk of collisions
Starlink's VP of engineering, Michael Nicolls, announced the move on X.
Read MoreAirloom will showcase its new approach to wind power at CES
Airloom says its technology offers savings over horizontal axis wind turbines for powering operations like data centers.
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Smartphones (1)
The best midrange smartphone for 2026
Here's a list of the best midrange smartphones you can buy, as chosen by Engadget editors.
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Social Media (25)
OnlyFans is reportedly in talks to sell a 60 percent stake to a San Francisco investment firm
The London-based platform that hosts subscription-based content, often pornographic, could be valued at $5.5 billion.
Read MoreMark Zuckerberg says Reality Labs will (eventually) stop losing so much money
Mark Zuckerberg says there's an end in sight to Reality Labs' years of multibillion-dollar losses following the company's layoffs to the metaverse division earlier this year.
Read MoreMark Zuckerberg was initially opposed to parental controls for AI chatbots, according to legal filing
Internal communications obtained by the New Mexico Attorney General's Office revealed that Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg also rejected the idea of placing parental controls on the company's chatbots.
Read MoreMeta blocks links to ICE List, a Wiki that names agents
Meta has started blocking links to ICE List, a website that compiles information about incidents involving Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol agents, and lists thousands of their employees' names.
Read MoreTikTok settles to avoid major social media addiction lawsuit
TikTok has reached a settlement in a closely-watched lawsuit over social media addiction, avoiding a trial that's scheduled to begin jury selection Tuesday
Read MoreA TikTok US power outage caused a 'cascading systems failure' leading to multiple bugs
TikTok says it's working to fix its service in the US following a power outage at one of its data centers that's caused widespread issues in the app.
Read MorePeople are uninstalling TikTok and downloading an indie competitor
TikTok's newly-formed US entity is off to a very bumpy start, frustrated users are increasingly deleting the app as interest in UpScrolled, an independent social app is growing.
Read MoreMeta is temporarily pulling teens' access from its AI chatbot characters
Meta will no longer allow teens to chat with its AI chatbot characters in their present form.
Read MoreSnapchat gives parents more info on who their kids are talking to
Snapchat is updating its parental control features to give parents more detailed information about who their kids are connecting with in the app and which features they use the most.
Read MoreX is also launching Bluesky-like starter packs
X is rolling out a new feature called "Starterpacks" to all users in the coming weeks, the company's head of product has announced.
Read MoreThe UK is mulling an Australia-like social media ban for users under 16
The UK government has announced a consultation, asking people for their feedback on whether to introduce a social media ban for children under 16 years old.
Read MoreUK agency questions Meta's policies for illegal gambling site ads
The UK Gambling Commission has raised concerns that Meta is ignoring advertisements by illegal gambling websites on its platforms.
Read MoreThreads has more global daily users than X on mobile for the first time
Mobile traffic on Threads has been growing considerably.
Read MoreX is fully online after going down for most of the morning
X is still struggling with an outage that has intermittently taken the service offline and made it slow to load for much of the morning.
Read MoreTikTok tightens age verification across Europe
It's using a blend of age-prediction tech and human moderators to identify and ban under 13s.
Read MoreBluesky's 'Live Now' badge is available to everyone
Bluesky is giving users the ability to link directly to a Twitch stream from their profile picture.
Read MoreInstagram wants you to personalize your Reels algorithm for 2026
Now, Meta is making its Reels algorithm tuning feature available to all English users of Instagram globally, along with the ability to highlight their top topics for the coming year.
Read MoreMeta closes 550,000 accounts to comply with Australia's kids social media ban
To comply with Australia's under-16 social media ban, Meta said in a Medium blog that it has shut down nearly 550,00 accounts.
Read MoreWhatsApp might soon be subject to stricter scrutiny under the EU's Digital Services Act
WhatsApp's Channels feature has enough users in Europe to be subject to the DSA like Facebook and Instagram.
Read MoreTikTok will broadcast some unknown portion of the 2026 World Cup live
No word on whether TikTok is now in the running for the next "FIFA Peace Prize."
Read MoreParis court finds 10 people guilty of cyberbullying Brigitte Macron
Brigitte Macron won a lawsuit against 10 people who made defamatory remarks about her online.
Read MoreMeta has delayed the international rollout of its display glasses
Meta is pausing release of its Ray-Ban Display smart glasses to the UK, France, Italy and Canada due to "unprecedented demand and limited inventory."
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Everything we expect at CES 2026
This week, Engadget Managing Editor Cherlynn Low joins us to look back at some of the highlights (and lowlights) of 2025.
Read MoreIn 2025, quitting social media felt easier than ever
I tried to get back on social media this year but sponsored content, AI slop and lack of other humans made it all so boring.
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Streaming (1)
The best streaming devices for 2026
Here's a list of the best streaming devices you can buy for your TV, as chosen by Engadget editors.
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Tablets (1)
The best ereaders for 2026
We tested ereaders from Kobo, Amazon, Boox and more to see which one is the best overall, along with a budget pick and the best one with page-turn buttons.
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Tomorrow (1)
CES 2026 offered a lonely vision of the future
CES 2026 was, when you think about it, a little bit dystopian.
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Transportation (31)
Rivian made an electric ambulance for Grey's Anatomy
It's a modified version of the Rivian Commercial Van.
Read MoreWaymo begins service at San Francisco International Airport
It's limited to "a select number of riders" at launch.
Read MoreA Waymo robotaxi struck a child near a school
The company says the vehicle made contact at under 6 mph and the child sustained minor injuries.
Read MoreHonda vehicles used to proactively report road safety issues in nation-first pilot
The project covered 3,000 miles of road in Ohio.
Read MoreTesla is killing off its Model S and X cars to make robots
Tesla will "basically stop the production" of its Model S and X electric vehicles next quarter, CEO Elon Musk has announced at the automaker's earnings call for the 2025 fiscal year.
Read MoreNTSB will investigate why Waymo's robotaxis are illegally passing school buses
The federal agency will send investigators to Austin, Texas to uncover the cause of Waymo robotaxis passing stopped school buses.
Read MoreTesla paywalls lane centering on new Model 3 and Model Y purchases
It's now part of the $99-per-month Full Self-Driving (Supervised) package.
Read MoreWaymo is now available in Miami
The company is launching its fully autonomous robotaxi service in a number of new US cities in 2026.
Read MoreVolvo EX60 SUV preview: 400-mile range, 670 hp and Google Gemini onboard
With big power and big range, Volvo's next-gen EV efforts are off to a good start.
Read MoreRad Power Bikes warehouse catches fire following flammable battery warnings
The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protections in December.
Read MoreCanada cuts tariffs on Chinese EVs as part of new deal
Canada is slashing tariffs on Chinese EVs.
Read MoreFTC finalizes GM punishment over driver data sharing scandal
After reaching a proposed settlement last year, the FTC has banned General Motors from sharing specific consumer data with third parties.
Read MoreTesla's Full Self-Driving is switching to a subscription-only service
Tesla is about to stop selling its $8,000 Full Self-Driving (FSD) option and switch to a strictly monthly subscription service after February 14.
Read MoreProposed legislation opens the door to robotaxi services in New York
Governor Hochul has proposed legislation to create a pilot program for companies interested in providing commercial self-driving car services in New York.
Read MoreTesla launches a seven-seat version of the 2026 Model Y
Tesla's 2026 Model Y is now available on the company's site and it comes with a new (and old) option: a seven-seat option via a third row.
Read MoreCalifornia's governor plans to set aside $200 million for state EV tax credits
The proposed budget doesn't specify how the $200 million will be broken down for each new EV purchase yet.
Read MoreWing's drone deliveries are coming to 150 more Walmarts
The drone delivery service will be available to 40 million customers in the US from Los Angeles to Miami.
Read MoreKia's budget EV2 arrives with up to 240 miles of range
Kia has unveiled its new entry level electric vehicle, the EV2.
Read MoreCES 2026: Longbow Motors shows off its Speedster EV with Donut Lab's in-wheel motors
The Speedster is an captivating EV, but the motors hidden in the wheels are also impressive tech.
Read MoreVolvo's EX60 electric crossover promises 400 miles of EPA range
Ahead of a launch later this year, Volvo has teased some impressive details about its upcoming EV60 electric crossover.
Read MoreBrunswick's latest boats at CES 2026 feature edge AI, self-docking capabilities and solar power
The future of boating isn't cheap, but probably still more affordable than hiring a real captain.
Read MoreNiko is a robotic lift for people with limited mobility that doesn't require a caregiver's help
Niko can scoop a person up from a seated position so they can self-transfer, raise them to standing level and navigate small spaces, like bathrooms.
Read MoreSegway launches two more e-bikes at CES
Segway is at CES with two more e-bikes, both with a cargo focus.
Read MoreAt CES 2026, Sony Honda Mobility's latest Afeela 1 still feels woefully out of date
The Afeela 1 was an audacious product when it was announced at CES 2020, but with each subsequent year it feels more and more out of touch.
Read MoreWheelMove gives manual wheelchairs the power and height to handle rough terrain
The motorized add-on lifts a wheelchair's front caster wheels and has five speed options for powered driving.
Read MoreNavee's CES lineup includes a speedy e-scooter, a golf cart and... a seaplane?
You, too, can now jump the shark.
Read MoreSony Honda Mobility’s Afeela Prototype 2026 puts an SUV spin on its too-familiar sedan at CES
Sony has a new Afeela prototype before its first model is ready to ship. Here's what we know.
Read MoreSony Afeela at CES 2026: Live updates from the Sony Honda Mobility press conference
The newest version of the Afeela 1 will be showcased, along with a brand-new concept model.
Read MoreUber reveals the design of its robotaxi at CES 2026
The robotaxi made in collaboration between Uber, Lucid and Nuro will hit the streets of San Francisco's Bay Area in late 2026.
Read MoreHow to watch the Hyundai CES 2026 press conference live
The motor company is set to show off some impressive robots this year.
Read MoreVolkswagen is bringing physical buttons back to the dashboard with the ID. Polo EV
The ID. Polo and its tactile interior will make its debut in European markets later this year.
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Wearables (32)
How to turn on hypertension alerts on Apple Watch
Everything you need to know about using one of the Apple Watch's most interesting health features.
Read MoreApple's second-generation AirTag offers greater range but still doesn't have a keyring hole
The second-gen device boosts range and volume by 50 percent.
Read MoreSnap is spinning off its AR glasses into a separate business
Snap's augmented reality glasses business will now be its own entity, with the company establishing Specs Inc. as a wholly-owned subsidiary.
Read MoreHow to use Workout Buddy with Apple Watch and iOS 26
Get a little extra motivation while you exercise with this Apple Intelligence-powered feature.
Read MoreA rival smart glasses company is suing Meta over its Ray-Ban products
Solos is suing Meta over claims that it violated its smart glasses patents.
Read MoreThe best GPS running watches for 2026
Just because most of the best smartwatches have built-in GPS as a standard feature doesn't mean they're going to be the right choice for all runners. I've been a regular runner for nearly five years and I tested out a bunch of the latest GPS running watches to find the ones that are actually worth your money.
Read MoreThe best fitness trackers for 2026
Here's a list of the best fitness trackers you can buy, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Read MoreApple is reportedly developing a wearable AI pin
The wearable is said to have two cameras, a microphone and a speaker.
Read MoreXREAL files lawsuit against rival smart glass maker Viture
Upstart smart glasses maker Viture has been sued in a US court by Xreal over claims it infringed on is patents
Read MoreMentra’s first smart glasses are open-source and come with their own app store
The Mentra Live start shipping in February and cost $299.
Read MoreThe best cheap fitness trackers for 2026
Here are the best cheap fitness trackers you can buy for $100 or less, as tested by Engadget editors.
Read MoreThe CES companies hoping your brain is the next big thing in computing
CES was full of gadgets to monitor your brainwaves. Are any of them worth it?
Read MoreLumus brought a massively wider FOV to smartglasses at CES 2026
At CES 2026, Lumus blew me away with some of its next-gen waveguides featuring 30 and 70-degree FOV.
Read MoreHandwriting is my new favorite way to text with the Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses
I got a chance to try the new handwriting feature at CES and it made me want to start wearing my Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses more often
Read MoreIXI’s autofocusing lenses are almost ready to replace multifocal glasses
IXI's autofocusing glasses are designed for age-related farsightedness, a condition that affects many. They combine cameraless eye tracking with liquid crystal lenses that automatically activate when the glasses detect a shift in the user's focus.
Read MoreThis haptic wristband pairs with Meta smart glasses to decode facial expressions
Hapware has created Alleye, a haptic wristband that, when paired with Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, can help people understand the facial expressions and other nonverbal cues.
Read MoreThese robotic sneakers gave me a surprising boost at CES
I took Dephy's robotic sneakers, called Sidekick, for a pin at CES 2026 and was surprised by the boost.
Read MoreiPolish brings color-changing press-on smart nails to CES
The color-changing nails from 'Total Recall' are now a reality.
Read MoreLenovo just revealed a concept for AI-powered smartglasses at CES
Lenovo just introduced some concept smart glasses. They are stuffed to the gills with AI.
Read MoreMeta's EMG wristband is moving beyond its AR glasses
At CES 2026, Meta is offering its first look at how its neural band could be used to control devices outside of its smart glasses lineup.
Read MorePebble's founder might be just the right person to make an AI ring
In our hands-on session, founder Eric Migicovsky showed us how the Index 01 works.
Read MorePebble seeks to remedy the wearable industry's original sin
It's easy to love Pebble's Round 2.
Read MoreUgreen launches a smart home security platform at CES
Ugreen is launching its own smart home security range.
Read MoreCES 2026: Garmin had the nerve to launch a food-tracking feature in Las Vegas
Garmin's CES announcement was not another wearable. It's upgrading its Connect Plus app so you can track your nutrition and calorie intake.
Read MoreXGIMI, best known for projectors, launches its own smart glasses
XGIMI is launching a whole host of AR glasses.
Read MoreNAOX's wireless earbuds have a built-in EEG to monitor your brain health
Wireless earbuds with the ability to scan your brain are coming by the end of 2026.
Read MoreRokid introduces display-free AI smartglasses at CES 2026
Rokid brought a new AI powered pair of smartglasses to CES 2026.
Read MoreVocci's AI note-taking ring aims to do much more
Vocci throws its hat into the increasingly crowded ring of AI note taking rings.
Read MoreBee has been busy since its acquisition by Amazon last year
AI wearable company Bee has released an update on its work since Amazon acquired it.
Read MoreSwitchBot turned up to CES with an AI wearable that records everything you say
SwitchBot's AI transcription clip keeps a log of everything you say.
Read MoreXreal updates its entry-level personal cinema glasses at CES
The 1S gets an overall polish compared to the One.
Read MorePebble brings its round-faced smartwatch back from the dead
Pebble has revived the Round while fixing all of its flaws.
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