The best eco-friendly phone cases for 2026
You don't have to settle for plastic when buying a new phone case. Here are some eco-friendly alternatives.
Read MoreArchive for March 2026
Back to Archive IndexAccessories (2)
The best keyboards for 2026
These are the models we've tested that will work for all kinds of people.
Read More
AI (81)
Amazon adds dynamic food delivery ordering to Alexa+
Amazon announced that it is adding new capabilities for ordering food delivery with its Alexa+ artificial intelligence assistant.
Read MoreMicrosoft's research assistant can now use multiple AI models simultaneously
The new Researcher with Critique from Microsoft 365 Copilot is available to those subscribe to its Frontier program.
Read MoreBluesky's next product is an AI assistant that helps build custom social media feeds
You'll need an invite to get into Attie's closed beta, but users can sign up for a waitlist for the time being.
Read MoreCourt temporarily blocks US government from labeling Anthropic as a 'supply chain risk'
The court has granted Anthropic's request for a preliminary injunction, preventing the government from banning its products for federal use and from formally labeling it as a "supply chain risk," at least for now.
Read MoreGoogle Gemini now lets you import your chats and data from other AI apps
Google is adding a pair of new features to Gemini aimed at making it easier to switch to the AI chatbot.
Read MoreGoogle begins rolling out Search Live globally
Following a false start last week, Google has begun rolling out Search Live globally.
Read MoreSanders and Ocasio-Cortez introduce a bill to pause US data center construction
"A moratorium will give us time," Sanders said
Read MoreWikipedia has banned AI-generated articles
Wikipedia has finally banned users from creating AI-generated articles. There are a couple of exceptions regarding editing and translation.
Read MoreOpenAI drops plans to release an adult chatbot
OpenAI has "indefinitely" abandoned plans to release an a erotic chatbot for adults following concerns from employees and investors.
Read MoreGoogle's Lyria 3 Pro can now generate AI music (slop) up to 3 minutes in length
Google just introduced Lyria 3 Pro, an updated version of its music-generation AI tool. This one can make longer songs.
Read MoreSpotify is testing a tool to help real artists deal with AI slop on their profiles
Spotify is testing a new tool that lets artists review and accept any tracks that are uploaded with their name. This is an attempt to stop AI slop from being associated with real musicians.
Read MoreAnthropic releases safer Claude Code 'auto mode' to avoid mass file deletions and other AI snafus
Anthropic describes auto mode as a middle path between Claude Code's default behavior and the "dangerously-skip-premissions" command some coders use to make the chatbot function more autonomously.
Read MoreBaltimore sues xAI over Grok deepfakes
The city of Baltimore began a municipal lawsuit against xAI, claiming Grok's nonconsensual image generation violated its Consumer Protection Ordinance.
Read MoreOpenAI is shutting down its Sora video generation app
OpenAI is shutting down its Sora video generation app in a pivot away from consumer AI.
Read MoreApple could give Siri a standalone app and an 'Ask Siri' button in iOS 27
Apple's next operating system updates could offer a standalone Siri app and a chatbot-style "Ask Siri" button.
Read MoreAccuWeather is now available inside ChatGPT
Never again will you have to exit your AI app to check the forecast.
Read MoreClaude Code and Cowork can now use your computer
Anthropic announced today that its Claude Code and Claude Cowork tools are being updated to accomplish tasks using your computer.
Read MoreOpenAI reportedly plans to double its workforce to 8,000 employees
The AI giant will expand its employee headcount from 4,500 to 8,000 by the end of 2026, according to the Financial Times.
Read MoreThe White House proposes new AI policy framework that supersedes state laws
The White House has announced a new framework for AI regulation that includes suggestions around child privacy protections and IP licensing that it wants Congress to follow.
Read MoreThree people have been charged with illegally exporting NVIDIA GPUs to China
The US Attorney's Office of the Southern District of New York has charged three people with illegally shipping servers with NVIDIA GPUs to China in violation of export control laws.
Read MoreOpenAI is putting ChatGPT, its browser and code generator into one desktop app
OpenAI is developing a "super app" for desktop that unifies ChatGPT, its browser and its Codex app, according to the Wall Street Journal and CNBC.
Read MoreDoorDash will start paying gig workers for creating content to train AI models
DoorDash has launched a new option for its gig economy workers to earn some extra cash by taking photos and videos to train AI and robotics models.
Read MoreGoogle is reportedly testing a Gemini app for Mac
Google is reportedly testing a macOS version of its Gemini app that can see what you're doing on your desktop.
Read MoreAlexa+ launches in the UK
Amazon's next-generation voice assistant launches in early access in Europe for the first time.
Read MoreA Meta agentic AI sparked a security incident by acting without permission
An AI agent within Meta took unauthorized action that led to an employee creating a security breach.
Read MoreSenator Blackburn introduces the first draft of a federal AI bill
Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) shared a discussion draft for codifying a set of national rules guiding artificial intelligence.
Read MoreGoogle is testing Search Live in more markets
After rolling out Search Live to all US Google app users last September, Google is now bringing the feature to every country and territory where it offers its AI Mode chatbot.
Read MoreUK reverses course on AI copyright position after backlash
Its previous approach would have let AI companies train on copyrighted work, with only an opt-out for artists.
Read MoreThe Defense Department reportedly plans to train AI models on classified military data
The Pentagon is making plans to have AI companies train versions of their models specifically for military use on classified information, according to the MIT Technology Review.
Read MoreDefense Department says Anthropic poses 'unacceptable risk' to national security
The Department of Defense said giving Anthropic continued access to its warfighting infrastructure would "introduce unacceptable risk" to its supply chains.
Read MoreGPT-5.4 mini brings some of the smarts of OpenAI's latest model to ChatGPT Free and Go users
OpenAI's new GPT-5.4 mini model offers performance improvements in reasoning, multimodal understanding and more.
Read MoreGoogle makes Gemini personalization available to free users
After making Gemini Personal Intelligence first available to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers, Google is now expanding availability of the feature to more users in the US.
Read MoreSenators tell ByteDance to shut down Seedance 2.0 AI video app 'immediately'
'Seedance 2.0 poses a direct threat to the American intellectual property system,' US senators said in a letter to ByteDance.
Read MoreEncyclopedia Britannica sues OpenAI for copyright and trademark infringement
The company behind Encyclopedia Britannica and Merriam-Webster claimed that OpenAI used copyrighted content and made false attributions.
Read MoreOpenAI's adult mode reportedly won't generate pornographic audio, images or video
OpenAI's forthcoming "adult mode" will allow users to engage in lewd conversations with ChatGPT, but not use the chatbot to generate explicit images, audio or video.
Read MoreAnthropic is doubling Claude's usage limits during off-peak hours for the next two weeks
All users, except those on Enterprise plans, can take advantage of extended limits until March 27.
Read MoreByteDance has reportedly suspended the global rollout of its new AI video generator
According to a report from The Information, ByteDance has hit pause on the wider release of Seedance 2.0.
Read MoreByteDance will reportedly buy NVIDIA's latest AI chips to use outside of China
ByteDance seems to have figured out a way to access NVIDIA's latest AI chips, despite export restrictions. It's working with a firm to deploy computing systems in Malaysia.
Read MoreAlexa+ can now swear, thanks to a new personality style
Amazon just unveiled new personality types for Alexa+. One is just for adults, as it will swear.
Read MoreUkraine allows allies to train AI models on its battlefield data
"In modern warfare, we must defeat Russia in every technological cycle," the country's defense minister said.
Read MoreClaude can now generate charts and diagrams
Anthropic has begun previewing an update designed to make its chatbot better at explaining some concepts.
Read MoreGoogle built a flash-flood prediction tool using Gemini and old news reports
Google just unveiled Groundsource. This is a new tool that uses Gemini to predict flash floods.
Read MoreMicrosoft's Copilot Health can use AI to turn your fitness data and medical records 'into a coherent story'
The aim is to help users have the right context and questions to take to their doctor.
Read MoreGoogle Maps brings a 3D map to your driving directions
Maps is now the latest Google service to receive a Gemini makeover, with a redesign of the driving experience headlining the update.
Read MoreGrammarly has disabled its tool offering generative-AI feedback credited to real writers
Superhuman has taken its writing assistant Grammarly on quite the merry-go-round ride regarding its approach to AI tools.
Read MoreMost AI chatbots will help users plan violent attacks, study finds
A new study shows most AI chatbots would help users plan a violent attack.
Read MoreRabbit's Cyberdeck is a modern take on a netbook
Rabbit gave Engadget an exclusive first look at the upcoming PC.
Read MoreAnthropic is opening an office in DC while battling Pentagon in court
Anthropic has launched a new research initiative called Anthropic Institute and has revealed that its Public Policy team is opening its first office in Washington, DC this spring.
Read MoreGoogle starts rolling out Gemini in Chrome to users in Canada, India and New Zealand
After debuting in the United States, Gemini in Chrome is now making its way to Chrome users in Canada, India and New Zealand.
Read MoreMetadata company Gracenote is the latest to sue OpenAI for copyright infringement
Gracenote is suing OpenAI for the unauthorized and unpaid use of both its metadata and its framework for connecting that information.
Read MoreAmazon wins a temporary injunction against Perplexity's Comet browser
Amazon has secured a temporary win in its fight with Perplexity over the use of AI shopping bots.
Read MoreChatGPT will now generate interactive visuals to help you with math and science concepts
OpenAI is rolling out new interactive responses in ChatGPT it says are designed to make the chatbot more useful for learners.
Read MoreGoogle to Provide Pentagon with Gemini-powered AI agents
The Pentagon is getting more AI tools, courtesy of Google.
Read MoreNVIDIA is reportedly working on its own open-source AI agent platform
NVIDIA is reportedly working on its own open-source AI agent platform. Users should be able to access it even if the agents don't run on the company's chips.
Read MoreMeta is buying Moltbook, the ridiculous social network populated by AI bots
Moltbook's creators will join Meta Superintelligence Labs.
Read MoreGoogle brings Gemini-powered content creation tools to Docs, Sheets, Slides and Drive
Google is rolling out AI powered tools in Google Drive.
Read MoreYou can (sort of) block Grok from editing your uploaded photos
People can tell xAI's Grok chatbot not to create modifications of their uploaded images on social network X. But it's not the most effective protection.
Read MoreAnthropic sues US government over supply chain risk designation
Anthropic's lawsuit is the latest in a back-and-forth battle between the AI company and the US government.
Read MoreQualcomm's new Arduino Ventuno Q is an AI-focused computer designed for robotics
Qualcomm, which purchased microcontroller board manufacturer Arduino last year, just announced a new computer that marries AI with robotics.
Read MoreOpenAI's robotics hardware lead resigns following deal with the Department of Defense
Caitlin Kalinowski explained on X that certain guardrails "deserved more deliberation than they got" when announcing her departure.
Read MoreOpenAI is reportedly pushing back the launch of its 'adult mode' even further
A company spokesperson said that ChatGPT's adult mode is getting delayed again.
Read MoreUK government delays AI copyright rules amid artist outcry
Following a two month consultation, passage of the UK's AI law will reportedly be 'kicked down the road.'
Read MoreAnthropic says it will challenge Defense Department's supply chain risk designation in court
Anthropic's CEO admitted receiving a letter from the Defense Department about being labeled a supply chain risk. He said he doesn't "believe this action is legally sound."
Read MoreNetflix just bought an AI startup founded by Ben Affleck
Netflix has just acquired InterPositive, an AI startup founded by actor Ben Affleck. The company has been operating in stealth mode since 2022.
Read MoreI hope you like spreadsheets, because GPT-5.4 loves them
OpenAI is releasing a new model today, and like GPT-5.2 before it, GPT-5.4 is all about professional work.
Read MoreCanadian government says OpenAI will take further steps to strengthen safety protocols
Canada says that OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has committed to toughening up safety protocols. This comes after the country demanded action following a mass shooting.
Read MoreAnthropic is reportedly back in talks with the Defense Department
Anthropic is reportedly trying to reach a new deal with the US Defense Department, which could prevent the government from labeling it a supply chain risk.
Read MoreBig tech companies agree to not ruin your electric bill with AI data centers
Today the White House announced that several major players in tech and AI have agreed to steps that will keep electricity costs from rising due to data centers.
Read MoreOpenAI brings its Codex coding app to Windows
The software allows developers to task multiple AI agents to work on a single task.
Read MoreGemini encouraged a man to commit suicide to be with his 'AI wife' in the afterlife, lawsuit alleges
Google's Gemini has been named in a wrongful death lawsuit.
Read MoreMeta signs a multimillion dollar AI licensing deal with News Corp
Meta has signed an AI licensing deal with News Corp. that will allow the Meta AI maker to use content from The Wall Street Journal and other brands in its chatbot responses and for training of its AI models.
Read MoreAI data centers could reduce power draw on demand, study says
The challenge is getting their operators to surrender some control.
Read MoreMeta's AI display glasses reportedly share intimate videos with human moderators
Users in Europe of Meta's AI smart glasses may be unknowingly sharing intimate video and sensitive financial information with moderators outside of the bloc.
Read MoreMeta starts testing its AI shopping assistant
Meta has started rolling out an experimental AI shopping tool to some users in the US, according to Bloomberg.
Read MoreOpenAI will amend Defense Department deal to prevent mass surveillance in the US
OpenAI's Sam Altman said the company will amend its deal with the Defense Department to explicitly prohibit the use of its AI system on mass surveillance against Americans.
Read MoreAustralia will consider requiring app stores to block AI services without age verification
Australia's government may take a strict stance on ensuring younger users cannot access AI chatbots.
Read MoreAnthropic brings memory to Claude's free plan
Anthropic is bringing another paid feature to Claude's free tier.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court doesn't care if you want to copyright your AI-generated art
The highest court in the US declined to review a case about copyrighting artwork created with the help of AI.
Read MoreAnthropic's Claude can now absorb your past conversations with other AI chatbots
The company released a tool that lets you copy and paste a competing AI chatbot's context of you into Claude.
Read MoreLenovo's robot concept can help you digitally sign documents (and maybe annoy coworkers)
The AI Workmate Concept has its own Intel Core Ultra processor, 64GB of memory and a built-in Pico projector.
Read MoreThe US reportedly used Anthropic's AI for its attack on Iran, just after banning it
The Wall Street Journal reported that the US is still using Anthropic's Claude in significant ways, despite an announced phasing out.
Read More
Apps (26)
Proton adds a secure video conferencing service called Meet to its toolbox
Proton continues to build up its suite of apps to take on Microsoft and Google.
Read MoreThe White House app is just as weird and unnecessary as you'd expect
The White House App is available now on the App Store and Google Play.
Read MoreApple confirms ads are coming to Apple Maps
Apple is bringing ads to Apple Maps later this year as part of a new "Ads in Maps" program its offering to business customers.
Read MoreSpotify's SongDNA can tell you all about the track you're listening to
Spotify has started rolling out a feature called SongDNA that can show you the people behind your favorite tracks and give you an insight on how they were created.
Read MoreApple will reportedly start stuffing ads into the Maps app
Apple is reportedly planning an ad push for its Maps app. This follows Google Maps and Yelp.
Read MoreApple's WWDC 2026 is set for June 8-12
Apple just announced that WWDC is coming on June 8. The company is expected to show off new operating systems for its various product categories.
Read MoreApple considered buying Halide to upgrade its native Camera app
A lawsuit between Lux Optics' co-founders revealed that Apple was close to buying Halide and its related apps.
Read MoreHere's how not to leak military information with your Strava run
An officer recently leaked the location of an aircraft carrier because of a run on the sports app Strava. Here are the steps to make sure that doesn't happen.
Read MoreAndroid will hide some app sideloading behind a new one-time security process
Google has explained how app sideloading will work on Android once its new developer verification process is in place.
Read MorePerplexity's Comet AI browser is now available for iPhones
Perplexity just released its Comet AI browser as an iPhone app. The company promises the tool "acts as a personal assistant and thinking partner."
Read MoreWhatsApp is now officially available on Garmin smartwatches
There's now an official WhatsApp app for Garmin smartwatches. Meta made a proper Apple Watch app at the tail-end of last year.
Read MoreAmazon launches one- and three-hour delivery options in the US
Amazon is launching one and three-hour delivery windows in the US. The options are currently available in hundreds of cities.
Read MoreApple acquires popular video editing software company MotionVFX
MotionVFX offers paid plans that provide tons of visual effects and templates for video editors, including those using Final Cut Pro.
Read MoreHow to find and cancel your unused subscriptions
Paying for what you don't use is silly. We've got tips and instructions on how to cancel subscriptions you don't need.
Read MoreOpenAI reportedly plans to add Sora video generation to ChatGPT
OpenAI could reportedly add its Sora model to the ChatGPT app to draw in more users.
Read MoreNothing updates its AI app with semantic search and a new way to track events
Nothing's Essential Space is easier to search and now capable of keep track of upcoming events.
Read MoreApple is reducing its App Store commission fees in China
The standard rate for for in-app purchases is being cut by 5 percent from this month.
Read MoreThe 5 best meditation apps for 2026
Meditation apps can help newbies start a new practice and help others add variety to theirs. These are the best meditation apps you can use right now.
Read MoreBumble is the latest dating app to add an AI assistant
Bumble is testing an AI assistant called Bee that can act as a rudimentary matchmaker for users.
Read MoreTikTok will let you stream full songs in its app if you're an Apple Music subscriber
TikTok is adding a new Apple Music integration that makes it possible to play full songs in the video app.
Read MoreX says it suspended 800 million accounts in 2024 over spam and manipulation
X has told UK's MPs or Members of Parliament that it suspended 800 million accounts to combat state-backed campaigns on the website.
Read MoreYou can now use ChatGPT to open Shazam instead of... just opening Shazam
Shazam is now available within ChatGPT.
Read MoreTikTok can continue its operations in Canada after agreeing to enhanced security measures
Canada will allow TikTok to keep its business operational after a national security review, Minister of Industry Mélanie Joly has announced. It ordered the company to shut down its business in the country back in 2024.
Read MoreUber expands its program that helps pair women riders and drivers
Uber has expanded its Women Preferences feature nationwide. This helps pair women riders and drivers.
Read MoreGoogle ends its 30 percent app store fee and welcomes third-party app stores
Google is changing how it collects fees on the Play Store, and making it easier to use third-party app stores and billing systems.
Read MoreTikTok won't add end-to-end encryption to DMs
TikTok has told the BBC that it will not protect direct messages sent in the app with end-to-end encryption.
Read More
Audio (20)
Apple AirPods Max 2 review: Better late than never
The H2 chip delivers a host of new features for the AirPods Max 2, but it's time for a comprehensive redesign on these pricey headphones.
Read MoreFender Mix review: Well-designed headphones that just fall short of greatness
Fender Audio's first set of headphones makes a strong initial impression, but a deft hand with tuning and some added utility would've made them even better.
Read MoreSonos Play review: The company's best portable speaker so far
The Play sounds great, has a wide and versatile feature set and won't break the bank. It's a welcome return to form for Sonos.
Read MoreSony adds the Bravia Theater Bar 5 and Bar 7 to its soundbar lineup
Sony's 2026 home theater lineup includes two new soundbars, three new subwoofers and new rear speakers.
Read MoreSennheiser's owners want to sell its consumer headphone business
Hearing aid company Sonova has put its Sennheiser consumer audio division on the auction block less than five years after acquiring it.
Read MoreAkai just released a portable and relatively budget-friendly MPC sampler
Akai just officially revealed the MPC Sample, a portable sampler and groovebox. It costs $400 and looks pretty cute.
Read MoreDenon expands its multi-room speaker lineup with the Home 200, Home 400 and Home 600
Denon takes on Sonos with three new speakers that are powered by HEOS wireless multi-room streaming.
Read MoreLG Sound Suite review: Dolby Atmos FlexConnect in a powerful package
LG's latest home theater system offers immersive sound and lots of options. It's expensive though, and the marquee feature isn't always easy to use.
Read MoreApple and Nike team up for a new Powerbeats Pro 2 colorway
The Nike Special Edition gives the familiar earphones a shoe-inspired paint job.
Read MoreMarshall adds a junior-sized party speaker to its lineup
The Bromley 450 is a smaller and (somewhat) cheaper alternative to the Bromley 750.
Read MoreDenon's DP-500BT turntable combines premium design with Bluetooth streaming for $899
Denon's latest record player offers a built-in preamp, semi-auto operation and aptX Adaptive wireless streaming.
Read MoreApple announces the AirPods Max 2 with improved noise cancelation and H2 chip
The long-overdue AirPods Max 2 headphones will be shipping in early April.
Read MoreJBL's two new Live headphones offer 80 hours of battery each
JBL just released two new pairs of headphones in its Live line. There's the 780NC over-ear and the 680NC on-ear.
Read MoreTembo might just be the world's cutest drum machine
Musical Beings just launched a Kickstarter for a drum machine called Tembo. This is an extremely cute gadget that uses magnetic tokens to make beats.
Read MoreThe Sonos Play puts the best parts of the Era 100 in a portable speaker
The Sonos Play portable speaker and Era 100 SL are the company's first new products since 2024.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Buds 4 and 4 Pro review: Impressive audio, imperfect ANC
Samsung's latest earbuds bring improvements to audio and new features, but they're both far from the best in terms of ANC performance.
Read MoreNothing's new over-ear headphones can pump out the jams for five days on a single charge
Nothing just revealed the Headphone (a), a new pair of over-ear headphones. The cans are available in four colors and offer an astounding five-day battery life.
Read MoreThe best record players for 2026
If you're just getting into vinyl or want to upgrade, we've got options for everyone under $600.
Read MoreBest Buy Canada seemingly just leaked Sonos' next portable speaker
A product page that's since been taken down said the Sonos Play speaker is set to be released on March 31.
Read More
Best Gaming (115)
Dinosaur Polo Club has released a new co-op game and it's free
Dinosaur Polo Club has shadow dropped a brand new co-op game today called Read the F*cking Manual.
Read MoreA Palworld horror-themed dating sim spinoff is on the way
Palworld developer Pocketpair just announced a bizarre dating spinoff game. This is a real title and not an April Fool's joke.
Read MoreNVIDIA's DLSS 4.5 Multi Frame Generation tech is now available to boost your Hz
After releasing DLSS 4.5's Super Resolution feature earlier this year, NVIDIA has released an update with two other DLSS 4.5 features designed to boost frame rates.
Read MoreBOXROOM lets you build a cozy game room for your Steam library
BOXROOM is a building sim where the whole purpose is creating a space to show off your game library.
Read MoreThis Frankenstein PlayStation PCB reads games from microSD and outputs video over HDMI
Over the past couple of months, YouTuber Secret Hobbyist has been working to design, prototype and build the ultimate PlayStation PCB.
Read MoreDeus Ex game studio Eidos Montreal cuts 124 jobs
Eidos Montreal, which worked on games from the Deus Ex and Tomb Raider franchises, stated that 124 people are being laid off.
Read MoreThis year's Xbox Games Showcase is set for June 7
A deep dive into Gears of War: E-Day will stream immediately afterward.
Read MoreBethesda is shutting down The Elder Scrolls: Blades on June 30
Players will get a last hurrah on the mobile dungeon crawler since Bethesda has made everything in the store free until the shutdown.
Read MoreThe Avatar fighting game will release on July 2 for PC and consoles
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game will be available on PS5, Xbox Series S and X, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC.
Read MoreWanderstop developer Ivy Road is shutting down
Ivy Road, the video game developer behind Annapurna-published cozy game Wanderstop, is shutting down on March 31.
Read MoreBeat-based dungeon crawlers, card-battling soccer sims and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, an indie studio's take on the Factions mode from The Last of Us.
Read MoreIt looks like we're finally getting an Ocarina of Time remake
A trusted Nintendo tipster claims that a full remake of the beloved 1998 Zelda entry is coming to Switch 2 in 2026.
Read MoreThe original Hollow Knight just got an update to fix a glitch with a final boss
Hollow Knight has been out for nine years, but Team Cherry just dropped an update. This fixes a glitch with the final boss.
Read MoreThe PS5 is getting more expensive... again
Sony is hiking up the price of the PS5, PS5 Pro and PS Portal on April 2.
Read MoreMLB The Show 26 is turning me into more of a baseball fan
Deft storytelling and deep gameplay make for a compelling sports game... and sport.
Read MoreRGG's Stranger Than Heaven game will span five time periods
Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio has revealed more details about its upcoming title, Stranger Than Heaven, at the Xbox Partner Preview stream.
Read MoreBlumhouse's horror-centric cozy game Grave Seasons will be released on August 14
The decidedly spooky cozy game Grave Seasons will be released on August 14. It's coming to Steam, Xbox Series X|S, PS5 and Nintendo Switch.
Read MoreDispatch is coming to Xbox this summer
The narrative superhero game will soon be available on all platforms.
Read MoreStalker 2 is getting its first DLC, Cost of Hope, this summer
Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl is getting its first DLC, titled Cost of Hope, this summer.
Read MoreHades 2 is coming to Xbox Series X/S and PS5 on April 14
Supergiant's sequel will be available on Game Pass with Xbox Cloud support.
Read MoreSerious Sam: Shatterverse will hit Xbox platforms this year
The Serious Sam game franchise is back with a new entry, giving the FPS series a co-op roguelite twist.
Read MoreNintendo to start charging different prices for first-party digital and physical games
Nintendo just announced it will begin charging different prices for first-party Switch 2 games based on digital or physical purchases. The new Yoshi game will cost $60 digitally, but $70 for a physical copy.
Read MoreSony is reportedly shutting down Dark Outlaw Games, run by former Call of Duty director
Dark Outlaw Studios, formed in 2025 by a former Call of Duty director, is reportedly being shut down before it can even announce its first PlayStation game.
Read MoreSplitgate's 1047 Games is starting work on a Titanfall-style movement shooter
1047 Games co-founder and CEO Ian Proulx revealed that "a small section of the team" has started work on a new game.
Read MorePokémon Champions will hit Switch and Switch 2 on April 8
Meanwhile, reports suggest Nintendo is cutting down production of the Switch 2 for now.
Read MoreThere's a new Payday game, this time in VR
Payday: Aces High is a VR game in the franchise. It's coming to SteamVR and Meta Quest later this year.
Read MoreEpic is laying off more than 1,000 workers, citing a downturn in Fortnite engagement
Fortnite's Rocket Racing, Ballistic and Festival Battle Stage are going offline too.
Read MoreEA is nuking Battlefield Hardline on consoles
The PS4 and Xbox One versions go offline in June, but the game will stick around on PC for now.
Read MoreXbox lines up a Partner Preview showcase for March 26
Ryu Ga Gotoku's Stranger Than Heaven will be featured, along with Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl and some world premieres.
Read MoreCrimson Desert developer apologizes and promises to replace AI-generated art
Pearl Abyss announced a comprehensive audit of its in-game assets and will replace any AI-generated content.
Read MoreA Minecraft theme park will open in London in 2027
Minecraft World will include a roller coaster, interactive adventures and "epic block-built playscapes."
Read MoreIntel says Crimson Desert devs ignored offers of help to support Arc GPUs
It doesn't sound like Crimson Desert, the recently released prequel to Black Desert Online, will support Intel Arc GPUs anytime soon, if at all.
Read MoreA retro Starship Troopers shooter, a video store sim and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, a dog game, a frog game and a cat game.
Read MoreNintendo is reportedly making a Switch 2 with a user-replaceable battery for the EU
A report indicates that Nintendo is prepping a version of the Switch 2 with a replaceable battery. This is to comply with an EU right-to-repair policy.
Read MoreBelkin Charging Case Pro for Switch 2 review: A more elegant solution
The pro version of Belkin's Switch 2 charging case is a more sophisticated and versatile power solution. But it's also more expensive, so unless you're comfortable shelling out an extra $30 for the same basic features, you're probably better off sticking with the non-pro option.
Read MoreByteDance is selling its Moonton game unit to Savvy Games for a cool $6 billion
Following discussions first reported on earlier this year, ByteDance has agreed to sell its games unit Moonton to Savvy Games Group for $6 billion.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Why does everyone hate NVIDIA's DLSS 5 AI upscaling?
We chat about NVIDIA's new tech with analyst Anshel Sag.
Read MoreThe Steam Spring Sale is here with discounts on Arc Raiders, Hades 2 and much more
The Steam Spring Sale is underway and as usual, there's plenty of good stuff to add to your library.
Read MoreUbisoft ends development at Tom Clancy studio Red Storm
Over 100 staffers will also be laid off as a result.
Read MoreKena: Bridge of Spirits launches for Switch 2 on March 26
The 2021 title won Best Independent Game and Best Debut Indie Game at The Game Awards 2021.
Read MoreVampire Survivors spinoff Vampire Crawlers is coming to PC and consoles on April 21
The dungeon-crawling deckbuilder will hit iOS and Android later this year.
Read MoreMicrosoft will finally let you turn off Quick Resume for individual games
It's been one of the most requested updates since the launch of the latest Xbox consoles.
Read MoreDouble Fine’s Kiln pops out of the oven and onto PC, Xbox and PS5 on April 23
The team-based pottery brawler costs $20, though it'll be on Game Pass.
Read MoreIt's time for Game Freak to finally give Pokémon some proper voice acting
After 30 years of crunchy 8-bit-inpsired Pokémon calls, it feels like it's time we got proper voice acting in future games.
Read MoreIO Interactive splits with MindsEye developer and ends Hitman collab
Build a Rocket Boy is parting ways with MindsEye co-publisher IOI Partners and assuming sole publishing responsibilities going forward.
Read MoreSubnautica 2 might finally be entering early access in May
Subnautica 2 has weathered the storm and has rescheduled its early access release.
Read MoreRemedy releases its final content update for FBC: Firebreak
Remedy announced that the final update for its multiplayer game FBC: Firebreak is available today.
Read MoreFortnite will return to Google's Play Store globally on March 19
Epic Games and Google recently settled their legal disputes.
Read MoreSwitch 2 software update adds 'Handheld Mode Boost' for your old games
Most Switch games will now be playable in 1080p in handheld mode.
Read MoreStarfield is coming to PS5 on April 7
A paid story expansion and a free update that overhauls the space travel system will go live on the same day.
Read MoreMore Game Pass additions for March include Disco Elysium and Resident Evil 7
The new wave of Xbox Game Pass titles is here.
Read MoreGamers are right to be disgusted by NVIDIA's DLSS 5
Maybe not everything needs to be AI yassified with DLSS 5?
Read MoreA PlayStation Portal update is adding a 1080p High Quality mode
Sony is also rolling out some Cloud Streaming quality-of-life changes too.
Read MoreSony's enhanced PSSR upscaling arrives on PS5 Pro today
Sony's upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) tech is rolling out as part of the PlayStation 5 Pro system update that's available today.
Read MoreNVIDIA claims DLSS 5 will deliver 'photoreal' image quality with AI this fall
Just months after announcing DLSS 4.5 at CES, NVIDIA has unveiled its next major upscaling technology, DLSS 5.
Read MoreJudge rules that Krafton must rehire fired Subnautica director
A judge has ruled that publisher Krafton must reinstate Ted Gill as CEO of Unknown Worlds Entertainment. There has been plenty of drama between the developer and its parent company.
Read MoreLego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight's release date moves up a week
TT Games' action-adventure game will now arrive on May 22.
Read MorePlaydate games to check out before the Catalog's 3-year anniversary sale ends
The Playdate Catalog sale is running through March 19 and includes hundreds of games.
Read MoreArc Raiders replaced some of its AI-generated voice lines, using professional actors instead
Embark Studios went back and "re-recorded" some audio lines generated from text-to-speech AI, replacing them with voice actors.
Read MoreBall x Pit on mobile, Piece by Piece x2 and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, another showcase and an Astro Bot-esque platformer from a 16-year-old.
Read MoreLittle Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes arrives in April
Bandai Namco has announced a new Little Nightmares game, this time for virtual reality.
Read MorePEGI ratings for game releases in Europe will be age-restricted if they contain loot boxes
The Pan-European Game Information is rolling out new rules that will apply age ratings based on the presence of loot boxes and other in-game purchases.
Read MoreBallotGuessr is Geoguessr for budding political pundits
The aim is to guess how a county voted in the 2024 election based on Google Street View clues.
Read MoreFormer Overwatch director Jeff Kaplan returns with a Western survival shooter
The ex-Blizzard vice president also revealed why he left the publisher after a 19-year stint.
Read MoreGoogle Play will let you try a game before you buy it
Google Play has introduced a new feature called Game Trials, which will let you play a portion of of paid games for free before you commit to buying them.
Read MoreI guess this wasn't an Xbox after all
Microsoft is no longer promoting Xbox by telling people what an Xbox is.
Read MoreValve's Steam Machine launches in 2026: Everything we know so far
Valve's revival of the Steam Machine is launching in 2026, but there are still unanswered questions about how the console-like PC works and how much it'll cost.
Read MoreValve defends loot boxes in response to New York's lawsuit
The company also called out the AG's alleged request that it collect more user data.
Read MoreMicrosoft's full screen 'Xbox Mode' will roll out to Windows 11 PCs in April
Today at GDC, Microsoft revealed that its big screen Xbox UI is headed to all Windows 11 devices.
Read MoreMicrosoft will start providing game studios with Project Helix consoles in 2027
Microsoft plans to begin shipping early units of its next generation console to game studios starting sometime next year.
Read MoreThe PS Plus Games Catalog is getting Space Marine 2 and Persona 5 Royal in March
PS Plus subscribers will be able to try Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Persona 5 Royal, EA Sports Madden NFL 26 and more in March.
Read MoreFortnite's original Save the World mode will be free to play starting on April 16
Fortnite's original game mode, Save the World, is going free-to-play on April 16. This predates the battle royale.
Read MoreLarry 'Major Nelson' Hryb joins Commodore to help build its community
Hyrb is best known for the two decades he spent at Microsoft as the most prominent public face of Xbox.
Read MoreEpic is increasing the price of Fortnite's V-Bucks currency
Epic is raising the cost of V-Bucks and changing the pricing of several other Fortnite-related products.
Read MoreWordle’s creator is back with a new game, and it’s a real chin scratcher
Parseword is based on the logic of cryptic crosswords.
Read MoreYoshi and the Mysterious Book will be released for Switch 2 on May 21
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book will be released for Switch 2 on May 21. There's a new trailer as part of Mar10 Day.
Read MoreGeForce Now adds GOG syncing and 90fps game streaming in VR headsets
NVIDIA's GeForce Now game streaming platform has added a few minor but useful updates, especially for GOG and VR headset users.
Read MoreA Resident Evil Requiem story expansion is in the works
Capcom will soon add a photo mode and a mini-game as well.
Read MoreSamsung promises 120 games will be playable via its glasses-free 3D monitor tech by the end of the year
Samsung just announced that 120 games will be playable via its Odyssey 3D Hub platform by the end of the year. This is the platform that allows for glasses-free 3D gaming on Odyssey monitors.
Read MoreEA laid off staffers across Battlefield studios to 'better align' its teams
A company spokesperson confirmed the layoffs and said that EA is "continuing to invest in the franchise."
Read MoreHyper Light Drifter studio workers form union after rounds of layoffs
The workforce at Heart Machine gaming studio has unionized.
Read MoreNetEase is reportedly pulling funding for Yakuza creator's studio
After a grand reveal of the Gang of Dragon trailer at The Game Awards last year, we may never get to play it.
Read MoreRoblox introduces real-time AI-powered chat rephraser for inappropriate language
Roblox has launched a feature powered by AI that can rephrase inappropriate language in real time.
Read MoreSlay the Spire 2, Scott Pilgrim EX and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, Planet of Lana II and a Playdate game makes its way to PC and consoles.
Read MoreValve doesn't sound confident the Steam Machine will ship in 2026
Valve's new Year in Review post leaves open the possibility its new SteamOS hardware could be delayed out of 2026.
Read MoreNetflix's version of Overcooked lets you play as Huntr/x
Overcooked! All You Can Eat is now available to stream through Netflix, and lets you play as popular Netflix characters.
Read MoreNintendo is suing the US government over Trump's tariffs
Nintendo of America is suing the US government over tariffs and seeking a refund for the fees the company has already paid.
Read MorePokémon Pokopia review: Possibly the most charming Pokémon game yet
Bandai Namco and Gamefreak have taken some of the best elements from the most popular life sims and created a maddeningly wholesome town builder populated with all your favorite Pokémon.
Read MoreCapcom's long-delayed Pragmata is now arriving a week earlier
Pragmata is finally coming, and a week earlier at that.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Is the MacBook Neo the one?
It's been a wild week for Apple, as well as the state of AI and warfare.
Read MoreXbox CEO confirms next-gen 'Project Helix' console will play PC games
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is gearing up to spill the beans on Microsoft's next-generation console.
Read MoreHow to watch Frost Fatales 2026, kicking off on March 8
Frost Fatales 2026 is running from March 8 through March 14 to raise money for the National Women's Law Center.
Read MoreGoogle reportedly muzzles Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney until 2032
Epic Games' courtroom battle with Google is over, but it's reportedly going to affect how its CEO can speak about the tech giant for years for years to come.
Read MoreThe National Videogame Museum has acquired the mythical Nintendo Playstation
The MSF-1 development kit is the oldest known prototype of the mythical hybrid console.
Read MoreKena: Bridge of Spirits is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 this spring
A sequel to the underrated 2021 game was recently announced.
Read MoreAssassin's Creed Unity is getting a free 60 fps patch tomorrow
Assassin's Creed Unity will receive a free patch tomorrow to offer 60 fps performance on the PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series X/S.
Read MoreUbisoft confirms Assassin's Creed: Black Flag remake
Ubisoft just confirmed Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, a remake of the original game. This could come out by the end of the year.
Read MoreHumble Games' former bosses buy the studio's back catalog
The young studio rebranded from Good Games Group to Balor Games.
Read MoreSorry, first-party PlayStation games aren't coming to PC anymore
It looks like you won't be playing Ghost of Yotei or Saros on Steam.
Read MoreThree retro Mario titles are coming to Nintendo Switch Online on Mario Day
Mario Clash, Mario's Tennis and Mario Vs. Donkey Kong all arrive on March 10.
Read MoreIndie rhythm game Beat Weaver looks like a mix of Amplitude and Thumper
You'll need to switch between tracks and accurately play note sequences to keep the full mix of a song active.
Read MoreHighguard has raided its last fortress, will shutdown on March 12
Team-based multiplayer shooter Highguard is shutting down next week, just 46 days after it launched in January.
Read MoreRatatan is marching its way into your console library on July 16
Ratatan, a rhythm game from the minds behind Patapon, will launch globally on July 16.
Read MoreSkateboarding train game Denshattack! is out on June 17
Denshattack! is coming out in June and you can try a demo of the game today on PC and Switch 2.
Read MoreDrinkbox Studios' Blighted will be out for Switch 2 and PC this fall
We first heard about Blighted during last year's Summer Games Fest. Now Drinkbox Studios has teased a release window.
Read MoreMusical adventure game Mixtape will be ready to rock out on May 7
Today's trailer announced that the launch date for this narrative- and music-focused adventure game is May 7, 2026.
Read MoreThe long-delayed The Division Resurgence hits iOS and Android on March 31
Ubisoft's long-gestating mobile game based on The Division franchise is finally coming out on March 31. It'll be available for both Android and iOS.
Read MoreTwo fantastic indie games not named Blue Prince also just arrived on Switch
Minishoot' Adventures suddenly debuted on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S as well, while Öoo is coming to those consoles soon.
Read MoreGame Pass additions for March include Cyberpunk 2077 and F1 25
The first wave of Xbox game pass additions is here.
Read MoreBlue Prince is out on Switch 2 today, complete with mouse control
The puzzle roguelike Blue Prince is launching for Switch 2 today. This is a roguelike that has players roaming a mysterious mansion.
Read MoreCall of Duty will add Black Ops Royale, a new free game mode coming March 13
Call of Duty is getting a new battle royale mode later this month.
Read MoreThe Analogue Pocket will be back in stock this week, but there's a tariff-related price increase
The Analogue Pocket will be available to order tomorrow, with shipments going out in June. However, the price is increasing to $240.
Read MoreNintendo just announced an Indie World Showcase for tomorrow at 9AM ET
Nintendo has revealed an Indie World Showcase livestream for March 3 at 9AM ET. It'll feature Switch and Switch 2 games.
Read MoreLenovo's latest gaming tablet goes big on battery
The updated Legion Tab has an 8.8-inch display and costs $849.
Read MoreThe Lenovo Legion Go Fold gaming handheld concept looks awkward but its versatility is endless
At MWC, Lenovo combined a flexible 11.6-inch display with detachable controllers to create an incredibly adaptable gaming handheld.
Read More
Big Tech (30)
Iran threatens imminent attacks on US tech companies in the Middle East
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says it's targeting Apple, Google, Microsoft, Meta, NVIDIA and Tesla, among others.
Read MoreThe UK's antitrust regulator is looking into Microsoft's possible monopoly power
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is considering a strategic market status for Microsoft.
Read MoreDelta picks Amazon Leo for in-flight Wi-Fi starting in 2028
Satellite Wi-Fi will initially be made available in 500 Delta aircraft.
Read More50 years of Apple pushing tech forward, for better or worse
Sometimes you have to kill your darlings.
Read MoreMark Zuckerberg offered to 'help' Elon Musk with DOGE in 2025
According to court documents, Mark Zuckerberg texted Musk approvingly about his work with the now-defunct Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Read MoreMeta will fund seven new natural gas plants to power its biggest data center yet
It follows the company's non-binding pledge to protect local communities from rising power costs.
Read MoreEU says Pornhub and others failed to stop minors accessing adult content
The European Commission told them to put "privacy-preserving age verification measures" in place.
Read MoreMeta lays off hundreds of workers, including more from Reality Labs
Meanwhile, executives could be looking at much bigger paydays.
Read MoreMark Zuckerberg, Jensen Huang and Sergey Brin join Trump's tech advisory panel
Larry Ellison is also on the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology.
Read MoreApple introduces age verification for iCloud accounts in the UK
Apple now requires users in the UK to verify their ages and to prove they're 18 years old or above before they can access "certain services or features."
Read MoreThe US bans all new foreign-made network routers
The Federal Communications Commission has released a notice today designating any consumer routers manufactured outside the US as a security risk.
Read MorePolymarket is cracking down on insider trading with updated rules
One of the largest prediction markets is strengthening its "market integrity" rules to target insider trading.
Read MoreBillionaire OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky has died from cancer at 43
Leonid Radvinsky, the billionaire owner of OnlyFans, has died at 43. This comes after a prolonged battle with cancer.
Read MoreAlphabet no longer has a controlling stake in its life sciences business Verily
Alphabet's life sciences business Verily is restructuring and raising money as a new corporate entity.
Read MoreAmazon acquires autonomous robotics startup Rivr
Amazon has acquired Rivr, a startup focused on autonomous robotics that could further the tech giant's capabilities in package deliveries.
Read MoreThe FBI confirms it's buying Americans' location data
During a Senate hearing, FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed that his agency has bought information that could be used to track individuals' movement and location.
Read MoreAmazon will reportedly cut its USPS shipments by at least two-thirds
The company says it was forced to plan accordingly while waiting for the results of a new bidding process.
Read MoreArizona attorney general sues Kalshi on illegal gambling charges
Kalshi has been sued by Arizona's attorney general, the latest state-level accusation that the prediction market is an unlicensed gambling business.
Read MoreTrump administration will reportedly get $10 billion for brokering the TikTok deal
The investors for the TikTok USDS Joint Venture will pay out the total across several payments, according to a Wall Street Journal report.
Read MoreMeta is reportedly planning to cut up to 20 percent of its staff in upcoming layoffs
Meta may be getting ready to fire a significant portion of its workforce, according to a Reuters report.
Read MoreAdobe agrees to pay settlement for making its subscriptions hard to cancel
Adobe has agreed to pay $75 million to the US government and $75 million in free services to customers in order to settle a 2024 lawsuit.
Read MoreAdobe CEO Shantanu Narayen plans to step down after 18 years
Shantanu Narayen, Adobe's long-time CEO, has shared that he plans to step down.
Read MoreGoogle’s GFiber internet business is merging with Astound Broadband
Alphabet will be a minority shareholder in the deal, which is expected to close later this year.
Read MoreAmazon’s Zoox will test its robotaxis in Dallas and Phoenix
Zoox is expanding once again with testing in Dallas and Phoenix.
Read MoreCOPPA 2.0 passes the Senate again, unanimously this time
Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act, aims to create new online protections for younger users and their personal data.
Read MoreAmazon.com is on the mend after experiencing technical issues
Amazon's website is stabilizing after dealing with issues that prevented it from displaying some product pages or logging users in.
Read MoreGoogle pledges roughly three hours of its annual profit to fight climate change
Google and others are committing $100 million to combat climate change.
Read MoreBill Gates-backed TerraPower begins nuclear reactor construction
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has granted approval to TerraPower to begin construction of a reactor in Wyoming.
Read MoreSony faces a $2.7 billion antitrust lawsuit in the UK
The class action alleges that Sony has overcharged its PlayStation users.
Read MoreAnthropic's Claude grabs top spot in App Store after Trump's ban
Claude by Anthropic managed to eclipse both OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google Gemini in the App Store.
Read More
Buying Guides (1)
The 10 best sleep apps and gadgets for a better night's sleep in 2026
Let technology optimize your sleep so you can snag more z's.
Read More
Cameras (1)
DJI Avata 360 drone review: 360 video hits new highs
DJI's Avata 360 offers incredible flexibility in post, but overall quality is lacking compared to DJI's other drones.
Read More
Computing (39)
All Google users in the US can now change their Gmail address
Your old email will still be available as an alternate address.
Read MoreThe RAM crisis is Apple's best chance in decades to capture the PC market
In the current RAM crisis, no company is better positioned to not only weather the storm but turn it to its advantage like Apple.
Read MoreIf you live in Georgia, there's a new exhibit you can visit celebrating Apple's 50th anniversary
The Mimms Museum in Georgia is displaying Apple artifacts in a new exhibit celebrating the company's 50th anniversary.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Can Microsoft fix Windows 11 by dumping AI?
We chat with PCWorld's Mark Hachman about where Windows is headed.
Read MoreApple discontinues the Mac Pro
Apple has stopped selling the Mac Pro, its tower-shaped computer that was last updated in 2023.
Read MoreAMD's Ryzen 9950X3D2 chip features an incredible 208MB of on-chip cache
AMD just revealed the Ryzen 9950X3D2 desktop processor. It'll be available on April 22.
Read MoreRazer's new Blade 16 has Intel's latest chips and ultra-fast RAM
The Razer Blade 16 has Intel's latest Core Ultra 9 chips and up to 64GB of LPDDR5X-9600 RAM.
Read MoreMicrosoft will yank Copilot from some Windows apps and let you move the taskbar again
Microsoft has published a long list of changes it plans to make to Windows 11, with the first wave of changes slated to arrive this month.
Read MoreApple Studio Display XDR review: Expensive, but there’s no monitor like it
Apple's Studio Display XDR is the best professional-grade monitor thanks to its high 2,000-nit brightness, excellent contrast and high color accuracy.
Read MoreApple releases its first Background Security Improvement for macOS, iOS and iPadOS
Apple has started providing small security updates to iOS, iPadOS and macOS devices.
Read MoreDell XPS 16 (2026) review: Return of the king
The XPS 16 has nearly everything you want from a premium 16-inch productivity laptop and it's a worthy flagbearer for one of the most iconic notebook lines of all time.
Read MoreMacBook Pro M5 Max 16-inch review: Still the pinnacle
Apple's MacBook Pro remains the pinnacle of professional laptops, and it's faster than ever with the new M5 Pro and M5 Max chips.
Read MoreParallels Desktop creators say MacBook Neo does indeed have enough muscle to run Windows apps
The company's virtualization software is functional on Apple's cheapest laptop.
Read MoreHow to clean and organize your Mac
Taking care of your computer doesn't need to be complicated. We'll take you through some easy steps to clean your Mac and organize your hard drive.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Apple's $599 MacBook Neo is astounding
Apple's MacBook Pro remains the pinnacle of professional laptops, and it's faster than ever with the new M5 Pro and Max chips.
Read MoreMacBook Air M5 review: Same but faster
This year's MacBook Air is faster but otherwise unchanged, but that doesn't stop it from being one of the best laptops you can buy.
Read MoreRAMaggedon not expected to ease this year as IDC cuts 2026 PC market forecast again
The IDC further cut its forecasts for the PC market in 2026, anticipating that global shipments would fall 11.6 percent.
Read MoreAnother longtime Microsoft executive is retiring
Head of Experiences + Devices Rajesh Jha follows Phil Spencer out of the door.
Read MoreMacBook Neo review: Apple puts every $600 Windows PC to shame
The MacBook Neo is the best $599 laptop we've ever seen. The only downside is you're stuck with low storage and 8GB of RAM.
Read MoreDell XPS 14 (2026) review: A beautiful laptop that excels at almost everything… except typing
Dell's revamped XPS 14 is lighter and more powerful than ever, but it's hampered by an annoying keyboard.
Read MoreMacBook Neo vs. M5 MacBook Air: All the trade-offs you'll make to save $500
Everything you need to know about how Apple's latest laptop compares to the next step up.
Read MoreWell, there goes any reason to buy an iPad Air
The MacBook Neo didn't kill the iPad Air, but you've got far less reason to own one now.
Read MoreMacBook Neo hands-on: Apple's $599 laptop feels shockingly great
The most interesting product Apple announced this week was its cheapest and least powerful laptop, the MacBook Neo.
Read MoreApple March event: Live updates from the new MacBook showcase
Engadget is covering the "Apple Experience" in person, where we expect a new MacBook Neo to be on display.
Read MoreEverything Apple announced this week: MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e and more
The company also revealed an M4 iPad Air, M5 Pro- and Max-powered MacBook Pro models and a Studio Display XDR.
Read MoreThe $599 MacBook Neo is Apple's cheapest Mac laptop yet
Apple's cheaper MacBook is finally here.
Read MoreApple's new Studio Display XDR monitor has limited functionality on older Silicon Macs
If you're looking to pre-order Apple's newest Studio Display XDR monitor today but have an older Mac, beware of some potential compatibility issues.
Read MoreElgato's Stream Deck + XL adds a touch strip and dials to an already massive array of buttons
The $350 Stream Deck + XL adds new controls to one of Elgato's largest streaming accessories.
Read MoreMacBook Air M5 vs. MacBook Air M4: What's changed beyond the Apple silicon
The MacBook Air M5 is more powerful but also more expensive than its predecessor.
Read MoreApple's cheap MacBook could be called the MacBook Neo
"MacBook Neo" appears to be the name of Apple's long-rumored cheap MacBook, based on a regulatory posting on Apple's website.
Read MoreThe MacBook Air M5 starts at $1,099, up $100 from the M4
However, Apple has doubled the base storage to 512GB to help make up for the increase.
Read MoreApple unveils the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, which feature new, faster 'super cores'
Apple has unveiled the new M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, which will power the new MacBook Pro.
Read MoreApple brings its M5 Pro and Max silicon to the next MacBook Pro generation
Apple has finally added the M5 Pro and M5 Max to its silicon lineup.
Read MoreApple reveals its new 5K mini-LED Studio Display XDR
Apple continues its gradual unveiling of new products with the launch of the Studio Display and an all-new model called the Studio Display XDR.
Read MoreWhat to expect at Apple's product launch event on March 4
Apple has scheduled a product launch event for March 4. Rumors suggest the presence of new MacBooks, including a budget-friendly model.
Read MoreLenovo's ThinkPads get a spec bump at MWC 2026
The ThinkPad X13 Detachable is the lineup's spin on the Surface Pro.
Read MoreLenovo unveils the 2026 refresh of its Yoga 9i 2-in-1 convertible laptop at MWC
Lenovo has given the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 Aura Edition a refresh for 2026 and launched the new device at this year's Mobile World Congress. T
Read MoreThe Lenovo Modular AI PC concept is a remixed dual-screen laptop with hot swappable ports
The Lenovo Modular AI PC concept is an ambitious mashup between a traditional clamshell and a dual-screen notebook with hot swappable ports.
Read More
Cybersecurity (9)
OkCupid settles FTC case on alleged misuse of its users' personal data
The lawsuit dates back to 2014.
Read MoreKash Patel's personal email account was accessed by hackers linked to Iran
The FBI Director's email account was hacked by a group called "Handala" who's believed to be affiliated with the Iranian government.
Read MoreEuropean Commission confirms data breach
The European Commission has disclosed that it suffered a cyber attack that impacted infrastructure that hosts its Europa.eu websites.
Read MoreDon’t be surprised that the FBI is buying your location data
The FBI has resumed buying location data, because ad tech companies know exactly where we all are.
Read MoreA new iPhone hacking tool puts some iOS 18 users at risk
Google and its cybersecurity research partners have discovered a new hack called "DarkSword" that can instantly access data from iPhones running iOS 18.
Read MoreTech companies are teaming up to combat scammers
Eight tech companies have signed onto The Online Services Accord Against Scams, which targets online fraud and scams.
Read MoreSocial Security watchdog investigating claims that DOGE engineer copied its databases
The inspector general's office of the Social Security Administration is investigating allegations of a security breach by a member of the so-called Department of Government Efficiency.
Read MoreDutch intelligence services warn of Russian hackers targeting Signal and WhatsApp
The Dutch government issued a warning about phishing scams by Russian hackers working to access Signal and WhatsApp accounts for persons of interest.
Read MoreDowndetector and Speedtest have been sold for over $1 billion
The technology consulting company Accenture will take over.
Read More
Entertainment (47)
The Backrooms trailer combines creepypasta dread and A24 prestige horror
Against all odds, A24's adaptation of The Backrooms actually looks like a proper elevated horror movie.
Read MoreThe Super Mario Bros. cartoon is back, but looks really weird and AI might be to blame
MeTV is airing old episodes of the classic cartoon The Super Mario Bros. Super Show. Unfortunately, AI upscaling tech has made it look really weird.
Read MoreProject Hail Mary is already Amazon MGM's highest-grossing film ever
The title has garnered over $300 million so far.
Read MoreWatch the trailer for Science Saru's Ghost in the Shell anime series
The Ghost in the Shell series is coming to Prime Video this July, produced by Science Saru.
Read MoreCrunchyroll is now available as a channel in the Apple TV app
The company recently increased monthly subscription prices by $2 across the board.
Read MoreThe AI Doc explores how we can survive an uncertain AI future
The AI Doc wrestles with the uncertainty of where AI is taking us.
Read MoreUgh, Netflix is raising prices
A Netflix subscription will now start at $9 per month for an ad-supported plan, among other price increases the company is rolling out.
Read MoreHow to use Apple's Playlist Playground to make AI-generated mixes
With the release of iOS 26.4, Apple Music's Playlist Playground can now generate playlists with the help of AI. Here's how to get started.
Read MoreHBO Max finally launches in the UK and Ireland
The streaming service is now available in more than 100 countries worldwide.
Read MorePSA: T-Mobile customers have a week to sign up for a free year of MLB.TV
For any baseball fans on T-Mobile, this is one deal you won't want to pass up as the carrier is once again offering a free year of MLB.TV to existing customers.
Read MoreHBO Max's Harry Potter series premieres this Christmas
HBO released a teaser trailer and premiere date for its take on Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.
Read MoreHere's your first look at For All Mankind spinoff Star City
Alt-history spinoff show tells the Soviet side of the story.
Read MoreSupreme Court rules ISPs aren't liable for subscribers' music piracy
SCOTUS hands Cox Communications a win in multi-year court battle.
Read MoreStephen Colbert is writing a new Lord of the Rings movie
The Lord of the Rings: Shadow of the Past will adapt book chapters that didn't make it into the original Peter Jackson films.
Read MoreThree new Gemini features come to Google TV
AI-powered visual help, deep dives and sports briefs arrive in the US.
Read MoreFor All Mankind is returning for a sixth and final season
The hit sci-fi show For All Mankind is returning for a sixth season. However, that'll be the end of it.
Read MoreBandsintown integration for concerts is coming to Apple Music
Upcoming concert dates for participating artists will now appear within the Apple Music app.
Read MoreThe Punisher's one-off TV special hits Disney+ on May 12
The Punisher: One Last Kill is a Disney+ special that airs on May 12. It was co-written by Jon Bernthal.
Read MoreWhat to read this weekend: Revisiting Project Hail Mary and The Thing on the Doorstep
Here are two titles you should add to your reading list this week.
Read MoreNetflix’s Assassin’s Creed is officially set in ancient Rome
Production has begun in Italy, with full ensemble cast now announced.
Read MoreProject Hail Mary could teach humanity a thing or two
The adaptation of Andy Weir's novel is the best kind of blockbuster.
Read MoreThe complete Stranger Things DVD set includes 25 discs and costs around $200
Stranger Things is getting a physical release. A 25-disc collection will be available this July.
Read MoreThe Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer is filled with MCU cameos
There's a trailer for the next Spider-Man movie. It features The Punisher, Scorpion and Bruce Banner.
Read MoreSpotify rolls out 'bit-perfect' playback in Windows app
Spotify's new Exclusive Mode feature gives the streaming app sole control over your PC's audio hardware for better music playback.
Read MoreThe Dune: Part Three trailer introduces Robert Pattinson's villainous new character
We now have a teaser trailer for Dune: Part Three. The film hits theaters on December 18.
Read MoreFirefly is getting rebooted as an animated series
Star Nathan Fillion is calling on fans to show their support as it searches for a home.
Read MoreWarner Bros. dominates Oscars with 11 wins ahead of its acquisition by Paramount
Ahead of its acquisition by Paramount Skydance, Warner Bros. dominated the 2026 Oscars with 11 wins.
Read MoreSpotify’s new Taste Profile feature lets users fine-tune their algorithm’s recommendations
The AI feature will undergo beta testing with New Zealand Premium users first.
Read MoreWhat to read this weekend: Locked in with The Iron Garden Sutra
The Iron Garden Sutra is a meditative horror sci-fi mystery that this reader couldn't put down.
Read MoreYou'll now have to fork out for an additional subscription if you want to watch 4K content on Prime Video
The newly rebranded Prime Video Ultra replaces the current Ad Free tier.
Read MoreApple says F1 streaming already exceeds everyone's expectations
Apple's exclusive deal for US broadcast rights of Formula 1 represented a big shift from cable coverage of the past, but so far, it seems to be going well.
Read MoreThis web app lets you 'channel surf' YouTube like a '90s kid watching cable
Channel Surfer is a YouTube discovery app with a UI to mimic the cable viewing experience.
Read MoreTeamsters urge DOJ to block Paramount's Warner Bros. merger
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters is calling on the DOJ to intervene in Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros.
Read MoreKPop Demon Hunters is officially getting a sequel
Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation are producing a sequel to KPop Demon Hunters, and the first film's directors are returning.
Read MoreDisney+ gets its own time-sucking vertical video section
Disney wants to keep you inside its app for longer.
Read MoreStarfleet Academy is the best first season of a Star Trek show ever
Many Star Trek shows have started off poorly, but Starfleet Academy breaks the trend.
Read MoreHere's the final trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is nearly upon us. Nintendo dropped one last trailer to get people hyped.
Read MoreLive Nation settlement avoids breakup with Ticketmaster
The company will have to make major changes to its business practices following a settlement with the Department of Justice.
Read MoreRode’s Rodecaster Video Core makes livestreaming even cheaper
If you don't need the physical controls, you don't need to pay for 'em.
Read MoreEverything you need to know about streaming F1 on Apple TV
Apple has revealed all of the details about its F1 coverage, including five-feed Multiview streaming.
Read MoreApple Music can now flag AI content, but only if distributors elect to label it
Apple Music has introduced 'Transparency Tags' designed to show listeners if creative elements were generated by AI.
Read MoreLG reveals pricing for its 2026 OLED TVs
Shocker: The G6 and C6 lines aren't more expensive than last year's models.
Read MoreAudible's new plan is $9 a month and still includes an audiobook
Audible just announced a new budget-friendly plan that costs $9 each month. The plan still includes an audiobook credit.
Read MoreCharlie Brown now works for Sony
Sony Music Entertainment Japan and Sony Pictures Entertainment now officially own 80 percent of the Peanuts franchise.
Read MoreParamount+ and HBO Max could be merging into a single streaming service
The Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery merger would create a single behemoth streaming platform.
Read More
Home (11)
The Shark BlastBoss is basically a leaf blower that can be used indoors
Shark just introduced something called the BlastBoss. This is essentially an indoor/outdoor leaf blower for various types of debris.
Read MoreSony's upcoming Bravia 3 II is a mid-range LED TV available in sizes up to 100 inches
Sony just revealed the Bravia 3 II LED TV. This is a mid-range box with plenty of high-end features.
Read MoreRing adds 4K to its battery-powered video doorbells
4K video comes to Ring's battery powered doorbells.
Read MoreSamsung's cheaper Mini LED TVs are now on sale
Samsung unveiled new budget Mini LED TVs as well as some higher-end models using its Quantum Mini LED tech.
Read MoreAqara's Matter-compatible camera promises easier smart home integration
Smart home company Aqara has launched what it says is the first camera certified for Matter.
Read MoreSoundcore Nebula P1i projector review: An affordable option with accurate color and loud sound
Anker's P1i is a solid budget projector that's ideal for impromptu indoor screenings and outdoor party use, but it lacks both brightness and sharpness.
Read MoreShark's ChillPill puts a mister, fan and cold-plate in one portable package
Shark's latest personal device combines three cooling gadgets in one.
Read MoreApple reportedly delays its planned smart display launch to fall
Apple is reportedly postponing the debut of its smart home display until later in 2026, likely September when it often introduces new hardware.
Read MoreOoni debuts a rotating stone for its Koda 2 pizza ovens
Ooni's latest pizza oven accessory offers a hands-free way to ensure even cooking.
Read MoreGoogle Home's latest feature is Gemini-powered 'Live Search' for cameras
Google Home has some significant new quality-of-life updates and a new AI-powered feature.
Read MoreThe Samsung Wallet can now hold your house keys
The Digital Home Key can unlock smart doors through your phone.
Read More
Mobile (39)
AT&T now offers a single subscription for both wireless service and home internet
AT&T just introduced OneConnect. This is a subscription platform that covers both wireless service and home internet.
Read MoreVerizon waives late fees for federal workers affected by partial DHS shutdown
Verizon will waive late fees and offer flexible payment plans to federal employees who can provide employment verification.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy A37 and A57 hands-on: The cheaper phone might be a winner
After releasing the Galaxy A17 late last year, Samsung has returned with two new enticing members of its affordable A-series line in the Galaxy A37 and A57.
Read MoreiOS 26.4 is here, with Playlist Playground and new emoji
There's also an ambient music widget and bug fixes.
Read MoreSamsung's Galaxy S26 will get Apple AirDrop support starting today
The feature was first launched on Pixel 10 phones last year.
Read MoreAmazon is reportedly working on a new phone built around Alexa
It's been over a decade since the Fire Phone failed to disrupt the smartphone market.
Read MoreNothing Phone 4a Pro review: A midrange phone that rivals the Pixel 10a
Nothing has successfully refined its hardware into a more premium, all-metal unibody. The Phone 4a Pro punches well above its $499 price tag.
Read MoreOppo’s Find N6 might be the foldable of your dreams
Just like a dream, the Find N6 may be forever out of reach.
Read MoreBoox's new Go E Ink tablet includes a 10-inch display and runs Android 15
Boox just unveiled the second-generation of its Go 10-inch tablet. This E Ink device runs on Android 15, so it can access many apps.
Read MoreAndroid tablets and foldables are getting a Chrome bookmark bar
Google is rolling out a new feature for Chrome that will add a bookmark bar to the browser on Android foldables and tablets.
Read MoreSamsung ends Galaxy Z TriFold sales three months after launch
The Galaxy Z TriFold is reportedly no more.
Read MoreHow and where to buy refurbished tech online
Economically and environmentally, refurbished tech is sometimes a better bet than new – here's what to know before you buy.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy S26 review: The smartphone status quo
Samsung Galaxy deja vu. Incremental spec bumps make it hard to get excited about the company's smallest flagship phone.
Read MoreiPhone Fold rumors: Everything we know right now, including the leaked design, upgrades, price and more
We're tracking all of the rumors about Apple's foldable phone, including when it could launch and possible price.
Read MoreiPad Air M4 review: Still Apple's best overall tablet, with a few caveats
Aside from chip updates, the iPad Air hasn't changed much in the last few years. But it's still a great tablet for those who want more than the basic model.
Read MoreiPhone 17e review: The economical choice
Apple's entry-level smartphone checks the boxes for the basics.
Read MoreApple is reportedly looking into 3D printing aluminum iPhones and Apple Watches
Beyond investigating 3D printing aluminum, Apple is also expected to refresh the iMac with an updated color palette.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review: The stealth upgrade
While the S26 Ultra might not wow you with a ton of major improvements, it brings subtle upgrades across the board along with a new standout display for anyone who cares about privacy.
Read MoreNothing Phone 4a Pro hands-on: A premium design with a price to match the Pixel 10a
It's not a camera plateau.
Read MoreNothing Phone 4a hands-on: A more technically accomplished entry-level smartphone
The company has put effort into improving its cameras, and it's paid off.
Read MoreNothing's Phone 4a Pro picks up flagship features and an even brighter display for $499
Nothing has announced the Phone 4a and 4a Pro, which feature new designs, improved telephoto cameras and brighter displays.
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 10a review: Small changes, but still great value
Google's new phone still represents great value, even if it doesn't come with many upgrades.
Read MoreiPhone 17e hands-on: Pretty in pink, with portraits enabled
Our first impressions of the new iPhone 17e.
Read MoreGoogle introduces Find Hub updates and more AI tools in the March Pixel Drop
Google unveiled its new features coming both to the Pixel line of devices and to the broader Android ecosystem this spring.
Read MoreMWC 2026’s most bizarre phone can start fires (on purpose)
Its built-in igniter is designed to help light campfires, but it looks like it'll work on cigarettes.
Read MoreiPad Air M4 vs. iPad Air M3: The few new things in Apple's midrange tablet
The new iPad Air M4 comes bearing few upgrades. It may not be enough to justify upgrading from the iPad Air M3, but what about its predecessors?
Read MoreiPhone 17e vs. iPhone 16e: What's new on Apple's latest $599 handset
The iPhone 17e is here with the same $599 price tag as the iPhone 16e, but what are you really getting with the new phone?
Read MoreApple introduces the $599 iPhone 17e with MagSafe and twice the storage
Apple announced the addition of the iPhone 17e to its smartphone lineup.
Read MoreApple updates the iPad Air with an M4 chip
Apple's latest iPad Air has a new chip and... that's about it.
Read MoreAt MWC, Tecno’s super-thin modular concept phone doesn't even have a wired charging port
A lot of modules and a lot of fun.
Read MoreVivo's X300 Ultra goes global and gets a huge 400mm Zeiss telephoto lens
Vivo barely has a presence outside of China but that seems to be changing in a big way with the company's next flagship phone.
Read MoreEverything announced at MWC 2026: Lenovo's wild foldable gaming handheld, Honor's Robot Phone, and more
MWC 2026 is here, with the announcements already flowing before its official start on March 2.
Read MoreMotorola's Edge 70 Fusion phone has a huge curved 144Hz display
Motorola has unveiled the Edge 70 Fusion, its latest mid-range model with an impressive display and OIS-enabled camera with a Sony sensor.
Read MoreTCL is upgrading its easy-on-the-eyes glare-free NXTPAPER display tech with AMOLED
TCL is preparing for a major leap forward on future phone and tablet displays.
Read MoreMotorola Razr Fold hands-on at MWC 2026: Bright screens, inside and out
Motorola made both screens on its newest foldable brighter than any of its rivals by quite a margin.
Read MoreA closer look at Honor’s Robot Phone
Alongside a humanoid robot, Honor showed off a handful of features for its Robot Phone and its somehow cute 200MP camera.
Read MoreHonor’s Magic V6 doesn’t have a new rabbit to pull out of its hat
Honor's Magic V6 is so subtle a refinement of the V5, you might wonder if it was worth the effort.
Read MoreHow to share your location via satellite on iPhone
When cellular service and Wi-Fi are out of reach, this iPhone feature can let you tell others where you are.
Read More
News (16)
Rec Room, a Roblox-style VR game, is shutting down
The free-to-play Roblox-like VR game Rec Room is shutting down after ten years. It never managed to become profitable despite 150 million users.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Meta tests Instagram Plus subscription service
The biggest news stories this morning: The White House app is here and weird, Project Hail Mary is already Amazon MGM's highest-grossing film ever, 50 years of Apple: Pushing tech forward (for better or worse).
Read MoreThe Morning After: Sony and Honda’s debut EV is dead before it even arrived
The biggest news stories this morning: Netflix is raising prices again, Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez introduce a bill to pause US data center construction, OpenAI is shutting down its Sora video generation app.
Read MoreThe Morning After: WWDC 2026 is happening June 8th
The biggest news stories this morning: Wing expands its drone delivery service to the Bay Area, Billionaire OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky has died from cancer at 43, Apple will reportedly start stuffing ads into the Maps app.
Read MoreHow to get your grill ready for the outdoor season
Here's everything you need to know about getting your grill cleaned and ready for the summer.
Read MoreMeta isn't shutting down its VR metaverse after all
Meta is backtracking on its plans to shut down the VR version of its metaverse Horizon Worlds.
Read MoreMeta will shut down VR Horizon Worlds access in June
The VR version of Meta's Horizon Worlds platform is shutting down on June 15 as the company focuses its attention on its mobile app.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple's surprise AirPods Max refresh
The biggest news stories this morning: Samsung ends Galaxy Z TriFold sales three months after launch, NVIDIA and Bolt team up for European robotaxis, Samsung Galaxy S26 review.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on Apple’s $600 Macbook Neo
The biggest news stories this morning: Bumble is the latest dating app to add an AI assistant, RAMaggedon is not expected to ease this year.
Read MoreLooking Glass' Musubi showcases its holographic display in a consumer-friendly package
Looking Glass has announced Musubi, a 7-inch version of its holographic display that's available for $149.
Read MoreThe 7 best cordless vacuums for 2026
Cordless vacuums are often lighter and easier to use than standard vacuums. We tested a number of the most popular cordless vacuums today to find the ones that are worth your money.
Read MoreThe best robot vacuums on a budget for 2026
Don't spend a fortune on an autonomous dirt sucker to keep your house clean.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The new iPad Air M4 is Apple's best overall tablet
The biggest news stories this morning: iPhone 17e review: The economical choice, Anthropic sues US government over supply chain risk designation, You can (sort of) block Grok from editing your uploaded photos.
Read MoreThe best air purifier for 2026
The best way to improve the air quality in your house is by letting in fresh air; when you can't open a window, these air purifiers we tested are the next best thing.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple takes on cheap Windows laptops and Chromebooks with the $599 MacBook Neo
The biggest news stories this morning: Nothing Phone 4a Pro hands-on, Sorry, first-party PlayStation games aren't coming to PC anymore, Google Pixel 10a review: Small changes, but still great value.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple’s big week starts with the iPhone 17e
The biggest news stories this morning includes new iPhones, modular laptops and what happens to Paramount Skydance Warner Bros Discovery once it's all one entity.
Read More
Science (11)
SpaceX loses contact with one of its Starlink satellites
SpaceX has lost contact with Starlink satellite 34343 after it suffered an unspecified anomaly on March 29 while it was in orbit, the company has announced on X.
Read MoreNASA pauses its lunar Gateway plan, a comet reverses its spin and more science news
Here are some of this week's most interesting science stories.
Read MoreWebb and Hubble telescopes combine forces for a new view of Saturn
New photos of Saturn captured by the James Webb Space Telescope and Hubble Space Telescope offer complementary views of the gas giant.
Read MoreElon Musk announces Terafab project he claims will be the 'largest chip manufacturing facility ever'
The Terafab is expected to produce one terawatt of computing power in chips each year, according to Musk.
Read MoreDNA building blocks on asteroid Ryugu, bacteria that eat plastic waste, and more science news
Catch up on some of the most interesting science stories from this week.
Read MoreBlue Origin also wants to put AI data centers in space
Blue Origin has revealed its plans for an orbital AI data center system in a new filing with the Federal Communications Commission.
Read MoreStates are suing the EPA for relinquishing its role as a greenhouse gas emissions regulator
A group of 24 states are suing the EPA for rescinding a study that gave it the authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions.
Read MoreHubble catches rare view of a comet crumbling
The Hubble Space Telescope captured footage of a comet breaking apart that could offer new insights into the early days of the universe.
Read MoreNASA will try its Artemis II launch again in early April
The agency anticipates about four launch opportunities between April 1 and 6.
Read MoreNASA's DART spacecraft changed a binary asteroid's orbit around the sun, in a first for a human-made object
The DART mission targeted the smaller object of the binary asteroid system, Didymos and Dimorphos.
Read MoreStarlink's next-gen satellite network could provide 150 Mbps speeds by end of next year
Starlink is aiming to have 1,200 satellites make up the V2 constellation by the end of 2027.
Read More
Smartphones (2)
How to prepare your phone for trade-in
If you're ready to upgrade your smartphone, you should consider trading in your old one. Here's what you should do before you trade in an old smartphone.
Read MoreHow to make your smartphone last longer
Ditching a phone for a new model every two years isn't necessary. Here's how to keep your phone in working condition longer.
Read More
Social Media (39)
TikTok adds in-app Cameo integration for creators
TikTok and Cameo are teaming up to make it easier for TikTok users to request personalized videos.
Read MoreMeta will "substantially reduce" describing Instagram teen accounts as PG-13
The Motion Picture Association reportedly sent Meta a cease-and-desist letter last year.
Read MoreMeta is testing an Instagram Plus subscription service with exclusive features
It looks like Meta is testing a new subscription service for Instagram that offers users "exclusive" features like the ability to post Stories for longer than 24 hours.
Read MoreAustria is pursuing a social media ban for kids under 14
Austria announced a plan to restrict social media usage for children and will introduce an official bill in June.
Read MoreX moves the ashes of TweetDeck behind its $40 Premium+ subscription
X Pro, the feature most users would recognize as TweetDeck, has been removed as a benefit of the social network's Premium subscription.
Read MoreJudge tosses out X's advertiser boycott lawsuit
A US District Court Judge has dismissed X's lawsuit against advertisers it claimed illegally boycotted its social media platform.
Read MoreThe EU is investigating Snapchat over possible child protection breaches
Investigators say Snapchat may not be doing enough to keep minors safe on the platform.
Read MoreWhatsApp rolls out updates including multiple accounts for iOS
WhatsApp shared multiple quality of life updates coming to its messaging platform starting today.
Read MoreOversight Board tells Meta expanding Community Notes outside of US poses 'significant' risks
In a 15,000-word policy advisory opinion, the Oversight Boatd urged Meta to be cautious with an international rollout of Community Notes.
Read MoreJury rules against Meta and YouTube in social media addiction case
A jury in Los Angeles has found that Meta and YouTube were negligent in a closely-watched trial over social media addiction.
Read MoreYouTube is bringing affiliate shopping features to more creators
You now only need 500 subscribers to get ad revenue, down from 1,000.
Read MoreReddit will prompt some accounts to 'verify humanness' in latest bot crackdown
Reddit CEO Steve Huffman has detailed the company's latest plan to fight bots and it means that some accounts will need to "verify humanness."
Read MoreX is changing its revenue-sharing policy to deter users pretending to be Americans
X is updating its revenue-sharing incentives to give more weight to engagement from a user's home region.
Read MoreMeta is letting creators fill their Reels with shopping links
Meta will now allow creators to include clickable shopping links for products directly in their Reels, the company announced.
Read MoreJury rules against Meta, orders $375 million fine in major child safety trial
A jury in New Mexico has found Meta liable for violating the state's consumer protection laws in a high-profile civil trial over child exploitation and other safety issues.
Read MoreSnapchat users sent 'nearly' 2 trillion snaps in 2025
Snapchat users are sending a staggering number of snaps to each other, according to newly released data from Snap. I
Read MoreReddit is weighing identity verification methods to combat its bot problem
Steve Huffman, Reddit's CEO, said that using biometrics is the "most lightweight way" to verify that it's a human.
Read MoreTwitter turned 20 and I feel nothing
Twitter is officially 20 years old. In another reality, that might make me kind of nostalgic.
Read MoreElon Musk misled investors during his Twitter takeover, jury finds
A group of former Twitter investors have prevailed at a federal civil trial over Elon Musk's actions amid his $44 billion acquisition of the social platform in 2022.
Read MorePinterest CEO says teens under 16 should be banned from social media (but not Pinterest)
Pinterest's CEO has thrown his support behind an Australia measure banning social media for younger teens and is calling for governments around the world to implement similar bans.
Read MoreMeta will move away from human content moderators in favor of more AI
Meta plans to scale back the number of human content moderators in favor of more AI-based systems "over the next few years."
Read MoreUK fines 4chan nearly $700,000 for failing its online safety act obligations
UK's Ofcom has fined 4chan a total of £520,000 ($690,000) over the website's failure to comply with the rules of Online Safety Act 2023.
Read MoreMeta's latest creator push comes with $3,000 bonuses for posting on Facebook
Meta is launching a new initiative aimed at popular creators who already have large followings on other platforms and offering bonuses for posting on Facebook.
Read MorexAI is being sued by teens who say Grok created CSAM using their photos
Three teenagers, who allege that photos of them were used by Grok to generate child exploitation material, have filed a class action lawsuit against xAI in California.
Read MoreDigg shuts down for a 'hard reset' because it was flooded with bots
Digg has shut down, for now, just a few months after its open beta launched.
Read MoreMeta is bringing more international news to its AI
Meta AI should soon be better at surfacing international news content thanks to a set of new deals with publishers.
Read MoreMeta is killing end-to-end encryption in Instagram DMs
Meta is killing end-to-end encryption in Instagram DMs citing low adoption of the privacy-focused feature.
Read MoreX could be breaching US sanctions on Iran, watchdog warns
The newly verified X account for Iran's supreme leader could be putting the company on the wrong side of US sanctions, according to a watchdog group.
Read MoreMeta is testing clickable links in Instagram captions for verified subscribers
Instagram has started to test clickable links inside of post captions for subscribers to Meta Verified.
Read MoreMeta will let kids under 13 use WhatsApp with parent-managed accounts
The new privacy features will roll out gradually.
Read MoreMeta rolls out new features for scam protection
Meta announced new features today aimed at cracking down on scams perpetrated via its platforms.
Read MoreThe Oversight Board says Meta needs new rules for AI-generated content
The Oversight Board is once again urging Meta to overhaul its rules around AI-generated content.
Read MoreBluesky's CEO is stepping down after nearly 5 years
Bluesky CEO Jay Graber, who has led the upstart social platform since 2021, is stepping down from her role as its top executive.
Read MoreIndonesia announces a social media ban for anyone under 16
Indonesia's social media ban will first target major platforms like YouTube, TikTok, Facebook and many others.
Read MoreX's Exclusive Threads feature lets creators paywall the end of tweet threads
X announced a new Exclusive Tweets feature for creators to draw more subscribers.
Read MoreMeta hit with a class action lawsuit over smart glasses' privacy claims
Meta is facing a class action lawsuit for false advertising related to its AI glasses following reports about the company's use of human contractors to review footage captured from users' glasses.
Read MoreMark Zuckerberg downplays Meta's own research in New Mexico child safety trial
Jurors in a New Mexico child safety trial heard testimony from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, who downplayed the significance of the company's internal research.
Read MoreX to require AI labels on armed conflict videos from paid creators, citing ‘times of war’
X will require certain AI content from paid creators be properly labeled.
Read MoreX adds ‘Paid Partnership’ labels so users can more easily identify ads
X has added a paid partnership designation for influencer posts.
Read More
Technology (2)
Engadget review recap: Lots of Apple devices, Galaxy S26, Dell XPS 16 and more
A roundup of the latest reviews from Engadget.
Read MoreEngadget review recap: Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy Buds 4, Dell XPS 14 and more
A roundup of recent reviews published by Engadget.
Read More
Transportation (23)
Toyota's still trying to make hydrogen fuel cells happen
Toyota is teaming up with Daimler and Volvo to work on fuel cell technology.
Read MoreTesla's robotaxis are reportedly remotely driven by humans, sometimes
Tesla reportedly told Senator Ed Markey that it sometimes allows remote operators to drive its robotaxis.
Read MoreDoorDash partners with Rivian spinoff Also for autonomous delivery vehicles
Bike lanes may never be the same.
Read MoreUber to acquire Berlin-based chauffeur hailing app to ramp up its luxury travel efforts
Blacklane was founded in 2011 and currently operates in more than 500 cities across the world.
Read MoreUber and Pony.ai are testing a robotaxi service for Europe
Uber and Chinese company Pony.ai are gearing up to launch a robotaxi service for Europe, starting with Zagreb in Croatia.
Read MoreThe Afeela 1 came too late and now is gone too soon
Sony Honda Mobility's EV is dead, and so too is the dream of the PlayStation car.
Read MoreZoox is bringing its robotaxi to new cities and expanding coverage in Las Vegas and San Francisco
Zoox will begin testing its robotaxi in Austin and Miami, and offer better coverage and pick-up options in Las Vegas and San Francisco.
Read MoreWing expands its drone delivery service to the Bay Area
Wing tested the first flights of its automated delivery drones in the Bay Area and now it's offering its services to residents.
Read MoreWheely, an on-demand chauffeur app, makes its US debut in NYC
Wheely will compete with the likes of Uber Elite in New York City, and other US cities in the future.
Read MoreRivian will provide 50,000 robotaxis to Uber in a deal worth $1.25 billion
Rivian and Uber have entered into a major partnership. The car manufacturer will provide 50,000 robotaxis to the rideshare platform.
Read MoreBMW's i3 is reborn as a sporty 440 mile range EV sedan
BMW's all-new i3 EV is a far cry from the original launched back in 2013, offering more of everything including power, range and space.
Read MoreNVIDIA and Bolt team up for European robotaxis
The companies haven't yet announced a timeline.
Read MoreUber robotaxi rides are now available for passengers in Las Vegas
Uber's and Motional's Hyundai Ioniq 5 autonomous EVs will start appearing as an option for riders in Las Vegas.
Read MoreHonda cancels three EVs that were months away from US production
Honda is killing multiple planned EV's and refocusing on hybrids.
Read MoreUber is shooting for even more upscale clientele with Uber Elite
The new luxury ride service is invitation-only at first.
Read MoreRivian's R2 EV arrives this spring with a $58,000 price tag
Ahead of its official release later this spring, Rivian has announced final pricing and trim levels for its long-awaited R2 mid-size EV SUV.
Read MoreUber is piloting a robotaxi service in Tokyo
Uber has teamed up with UK self-driving car startup Wayve and Nissan to launch a pilot program for a robotaxi service in Tokyo in late 2026.
Read MoreNVIDIA- and Uber-backed Nuro is testing autonomous vehicles in Tokyo
US self-driving startup Nuro, which is backed by the likes of NVIDIA, Toyota and Uber, has started testing its autonomous vehicles in Tokyo.
Read MoreFAA opens up real world testing for air taxi startups
US regulators have approved eight pilot programs that will allow Archer, Joby and other eVTOL companies to start testing aircraft as early as this summer.
Read MoreRad Power Bikes gets a new owner, pledge to build bikes in the US
Life EV has completed the acquisition of the well-known e-bike brand, which recently filed for bankruptcy.
Read MoreBMW’s i3 prototype conquers the ice with power and technology
A day behind the wheel of a BMW i3 prototype, sliding it through the Swedish wilds.
Read More2027 Audi RS5 first drive: Big thrills with a big battery
Meet the new RS5, Audi's latest and greatest plug-in hybrid.
Read More
Wearables (6)
Google's 'Performance Advisor' Steph Curry teases probable new wearable
The video promises "A new relationship with your health" is "coming soon."
Read MoreThe latest Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses are more customizable and expensive
The latest iteration of Meta's smart glasses has arrived and, as rumored, they are more customizable, particularly for people who need prescription lenses.
Read MoreMeta's next AI glasses are reportedly designed with prescription lenses in mind
The AI glasses model meant for prescription lenses will come in rectangular and rounded styles, according to Bloomberg.
Read MoreUltrahuman opens US pre-orders for Ring Pro
Ultrahuman Ring Pro has the CBP's blessing to open US pre-orders.
Read MoreOura buys gesture-navigation startup DoublePoint
Oura believes that gesture and voice control will be key to the next generation of wearables.
Read MoreQualcomm's Snapdragon Wear Elite chip is made for smartwatches and AI devices
Qualcomm's Snapdragon Elite chips are reserved for the best Android phones and laptops, and now the company has introduced the first in the series for wearables.
Read More
Xbox (1)
The best Xbox Series X and Series S accessories for 2026
Here are the best accessories to buy for the Xbox Series X and S, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Read More