Google Photos Wardrobe will scan your pictures to compile a digital version of your closet
At least now you can figure out what to wear without physically going to your closet?
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It runs Doom: AI chatbot edition
The latest answer to the always-relevant question: "Can it run Doom?"
Read MoreiOS 27 will reportedly come with new AI-powered photo editing tools
Apple will reportedly introduce new AI editing tools that will let users extend the background of photos, enhance image quality and reframe images.
Read MoreSnapchat is rolling out sponsored AI agents
You, too, can ask an Experian bot about exciting credit card and loan offers.
Read MoreGoogle Translate uses AI to help you practice pronunciation
Google is celebrating Translate's 20th birthday by launching pronunciation practice,
Read MoreGoogle and the Pentagon sign classified deal to give the Department of Defense unfettered access to its AI models
Google and the US government have entered into a partnership that gives the Department of Defense access to the company's AI models. This comes just a day after hundreds of Google employees penned a letter warning the government could use AI models in "inhumane or extremely harmful ways."
Read MoreOpenAI's Sam Altman apologizes for not reporting ChatGPT account of Tumbler Ridge suspect to police
The CEO's letter promised to "find ways to prevent tragedies like this in the future" by working with law enforcement and all levels of government.
Read MoreMaine governor vetoes bill temporarily banning large data centers in the state
Maine is not moving forward with a moratorium on AI data center construction until fall 2027.
Read MoreThe DOJ is backing xAI in its lawsuit against Colorado
The DOJ is joining xAI's lawsuit against Colorado and claims that the state's recent AI law is unconstitutional.
Read MoreWhat you need to know as Elon Musk's lawsuit against Sam Altman begins
In a few short days, jury selection will begin in the long-awaited Musk v. Altman case. At the end of that process, an Oakland federal court will task nine regular people with deciding if OpenAI defrauded Elon Musk.
Read MoreGoogle plans to invest even more money into Anthropic
Google is investing $10 billion in Anthropic, and could add an additional $30 billion if the AI startup hits certain milestones.
Read MoreDeepSeek promises its new AI model has 'world-class' reasoning
DeepSeek has released its latest AI models, the V4 Pro and Flash versions.
Read MoreClaude can now connect to lifestyle apps like Spotify, Instacart and AllTrails
Anthropic is expanding its directory of connected services for its Claude AI chatbot.
Read MoreMeta will show parents the topics of their teens' AI conversations
With countries banning social media for kids left and right, Meta is trying different things to convince parents that its platforms are safe for teens.
Read MoreAnker's 'Thus' chip brings AI to its headphones and other products
Anker has announced its own chip that can give its small, wearable products AI capabilities that run locally on device.
Read MoreAnthropic is investigating 'unauthorized access' of its Mythos cybersecurity tool
Anthropic is investigating potential "unauthorized access" to its Claude Mythos model that has been touted for its ability to find cybersecurity flaws.
Read MoreSpaceX and Cursor strike partnership that might end in a $60 billion acquisition
SpaceX and AI company Cursor have struck a new partnership that could see the owner of X buy the AI company for $60 billion later this year.
Read MoreMozilla says it patched 271 Firefox vulnerabilities thanks to Anthropic's Claude Mythos
Mozilla shared some details that support Anthropic's Claude Mythos AI model as a way to protect critical services.
Read MoreAI company deletes the 3 million OKCupid photos it used for facial recognition training
It follows a settlement with the FTC from last month.
Read MoreFlorida AG opens criminal investigation into OpenAI and ChatGPT
Florida's Office of Statewide Prosecution has opened a criminal investigation into OpenAI and ChatGGPT because of their connection to a 2025 shooting at Florida State University.
Read MoreChatGPT Images 2.0 is better at rendering non-Latin text
OpenAI describes ChatGPT Images 2.0 as a "step change" for image generation models, particularly when it comes to the ability to follow instructions in detail.
Read MoreMonterey Park, California has banned any data centers within its city limits
Monterey Park's city council has moved to ban construction of any data centers within its borders.
Read MoreAmazon will invest up to $25 billion in Anthropic in a broad deal
Amazon and Anthropic are strengthening their ties once again, with steep financial commitments made on both sides.
Read MoreGoogle brings Gemini in Chrome to users in Asia and the Pacific
Google is rolling out Chrome's new built-in chatbot to users in countries in East Asia and the Pacific.
Read MoreLinkedIn's new Crosscheck feature lets premium subscribers test competing AI models for free
You can now use LinkedIn to test out some of the latest AI models from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google and other companies without having to worry about token limits or paying for an extra subscription.
Read MoreThe NSA is reportedly using Anthropic's new model Mythos
The news comes after Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei met with White House officials on Friday.
Read MoreBeijing's robot half-marathon is back for its second year with far less embarassing results
In its second year, the robot half-marathon set new records that far surpassed last year's lackluster times.
Read MoreSam Altman's 'human verification' company thinks its eye-scanning orbs could solve ticket scalping
Sam Altman's cryptocurrency turned identity verification startup Tools for Humanity is offering a new set of perks to people who scan their eyes at one of the company's orbs.
Read MoreAnthropic now has a design assistant too
Anthropic has announced Claude Design, a new research preview that allows subscribers to use Claude to generate designs, prototypes, slides and more.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Allbirds goes from shoes to AI
So a shoe company turned into an AI company.... That's it, that's the joke.
Read MorePerplexity brings its Personal Computer AI assistant to Mac
The software builds on the multi-model orchestration capabilities the company debuted with Perplexity Computer.
Read MoreGoogle Chrome makes it easier to wrangle different tabs in AI Mode
The next time you use AI Mode in Chrome and click on a link, the chatbot will open a new side-by-side view that allows you to both browse the webpage and ask questions of AI Mode.
Read MoreOpenAI's latest Codex update builds the groundwork for its upcoming super app
OpenAI is pushing out a major update to Codex that significantly expands what that software can do, and offers a glimpse of what OpenAI hopes to build with its upcoming super app.
Read MoreGemini can now draw on your Google data to personalize the images it generates
Google will let users personalize Gemini's image generation model with context from their Google account.
Read MoreCanva starts previewing a more powerful version of its AI assistant
Adobe isn't the only company launching a new AI assistant this week. At its Create event in Los Angeles today, Canva announced Canva AI 2.0.
Read MoreAnthropic will ask Claude users to verify their identities 'for a few use cases'
Anthropic has started rolling out identity verification on Claude "for a few use cases."
Read MoreThere's yet another study about how bad AI is for our brains
Researchers have conducted another study about AI and its effects on the human brain. The results were grim.
Read MoreGoogle unleashes a native Gemini app for the Mac
The company says it's "building the foundation for a truly personal, proactive and powerful desktop assistant."
Read MoreShoe company Allbirds pivots to AI compute in sign of a totally normal and healthy economy
The shoe company Allbirds is pivoting to AI compute. The name is even changing to NewBird AI.
Read MoreNAACP sues xAI over data center pollution
The NAACP is suing xAI and one of its subsidiaries for allegedly operating gas generators at one of its data centers without a permit.
Read MoreWhat to expect from Google I/O 2026
The company is promising details on its "latest AI breakthroughs and updates," but here's hoping for some neat surprises too.
Read MoreMicrosoft raises prices on Surface PCs due to skyrocketing RAM costs
Microsoft Surface tablets, laptops and hybrids have all gone up in price. This brings the flagship 15-inch Laptop 7 to $1,600 and the 13-inch Pro 11 to $1,500.
Read MoreChrome Skills let you save your favorite Gemini prompts for easy access
Skills allow you to save your favorite Gemini in Chrome prompts for quick access later, thereby making it easier and faster to repeat certain tasks.
Read MoreOpenAI buys its second startup in a month
OpenAI has acquired Hiro Finance, a startup that offers AI-powered financial planning tools.
Read MoreTwo suspects have been arrested for allegedly shooting at Sam Altman's house
San Francisco Police Department charged the two suspects with negligent discharge.
Read MoreHow to de-Gemini your Google apps
In this how to, we'll take you through how to remove Google's Gemini chatbot from your Workspace account.
Read MoreMeta is reportedly building an AI clone of Mark Zuckerberg
One wonders if the CEO would reliably pass a Turing test.
Read MoreOpenAI says Elon Musk is orchestrating a last-minute 'legal ambush' before trial
The ChatGPT maker accused Musk of "legally improper" proposals before the trial, which is set to begin on April 27.
Read MoreA man allegedly threw a Molotov cocktail at Sam Altman's house
SFPD arrested a man who allegedly threw a Molotov cocktail at Altman's North Beach home and threatened to burn down OpenAI's headquarters.
Read MoreMicrosoft starts removing unnecessary Copilot buttons in Windows 11
Microsoft has rolled out a Notepad update for Windows Insiders that removes the Copilot branding and icon from within the app, Windows Central has reported.
Read MoreOpenAI has a new $100 ChatGPT Pro plan to better match up with Claude
OpenAI has closed a yawning gap in its ChatGPT subscription pricing with a new $100 per month Pro plan.
Read MoreOpenAI 'pauses' its Stargate UK data center plan
OpenAI is putting the brakes on Stargate UK, according to Bloomberg.
Read MoreGoogle bakes NotebookLM, its research tool, into Gemini
Google has fully integrated NotebookLM, its AI-powered research tool, into the Gemini app.
Read MoreMeta's Muse Spark model brings reasoning capabilities to the Meta AI app
Following the icy reception to Llama 4, Meta is releasing the first in a new family of AI systems built by its recently formed Superintelligence team.
Read MoreElon Musk wants any damages from his OpenAI lawsuit given to the AI company's nonprofit arm
Elon Musk is still taking OpenAI to court over its transition to a for-profit company, but he may not personally receive any damages.
Read MoreAnthropic launches Project Glasswing, an effort to prevent AI cyberattacks with AI
Anthropic has announced a new initiative called Project Glasswing that aims "to secure the world's most critical software" against AI-powered attacks.
Read MoreIntel gets on board with Musk's Terafab project
Intel will help build Elon Musk's chip manufacturing Terafab project in Texas.
Read MoreGoogle updates Gemini's mental health safeguards
The chatbot's crisis hotline module now offers one-touch access to help.
Read MoreThree YouTubers accuse Apple of illegal scraping to train its AI models
The lawsuit claims that Apple "improperly circumvented" YouTube's platform protections to scrape videos.
Read MoreThe UK government reportedly wants Anthropic to expand its presence in London
A report from The Financial Times said that a UK agency is looking into an office expansion and potential dual listing for Anthropic.
Read MoreIt's no longer free to use Claude through third-party tools like OpenClaw
OpenClaw users will now either have to pay for a Claude usage bundle or switch to another LLM.
Read MoreAI animation studio Toonstar will turn books into digital shows for HarperCollins
HarperCollins is tapping into AI to bring some of its book franchises to life.
Read MoreBanks working on the SpaceX IPO reportedly have to subscribe to Grok
They've already agreed to spend tens of millions of dollars on the chatbot.
Read MoreOpenAI brings ChatGPT's Voice mode to CarPlay
In a surprise release, OpenAI has made ChatGPT's Voice mode available through Apple CarPlay.
Read MoreGoogle releases Gemma 4, a family of open models built off of Gemini 3
Google is bringing some of the same technology that made Gemini 3 possible to a new family open-weight models.
Read MoreClaude Code leak suggests Anthropic is working on a 'Proactive' mode for its coding tool
What should have been a routine release has revealed some of the features Anthropic has been working on for Claude Code.
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YouTube is testing an AI search mode that 'feels more like a conversation'
A new feature called Ask YouTube will let you pose complex questions and receive 'comprehensive results that include video and text.'
Read MoreSpotify is now a fitness app too
The fitness genre will feature on-demand Peloton classes for Premium subscribers and workout playlists for all users.
Read MoreXChat, the standalone app for messaging on X, is available on iOS now
X has launched XChat, a standalone app for accessing the social platform's messaging feature.
Read MoreCash App now supports accounts for kids 6-12
Cash App will let kids between the ages of 6 and 12 use its debit cards through new accounts managed by a parent or legal guardian.
Read MoreYelp's AI chatbot can now make your dinner reservation
Yelp has added more features to its agentic AI chatbot, Yelp Assistant.
Read MoreInstagram says a bug turned your photos black and white
Instagram has fixed a bug that stripped colors off HDR photos.
Read MoreMeta is testing a WhatsApp Plus subscription that mostly focuses on cosmetic upgrades
WhatsApp Plus has already rolled out to some users, but Meta hasn't announced a release date yet.
Read MoreDaVinci Resolve 21 hands-on: A viable Lightroom alternative for casual users
DaVinci's Resolve is now a viable free option to Lightroom, but it lacks some advanced features professionals require.
Read MoreJudge sides with creators of banned ICE trackers who allege DHS and DOJ violated their First Amendment rights
The Trump administration coerced platforms into removing ICE monitoring projects such as ICE Sightings - Chicagoland and the Eyes Up app, the lawsuit alleges.
Read MoreBlackmagic Camera for iOS now has a companion Watch app
Blackmagic Camera is one of the more powerful third-party smartphone camera apps available and it's now even more useful for solo creators.
Read MoreYouTube now lets you hide Shorts
You now have the power to remove short-form videos from your YouTube feed if you don't want to see them.
Read MoreApple and Google are reportedly pointing users to 'nudify' apps
Nudify apps are not only still available but being actively promoted by Google and Apple, according to a new report.
Read MoreAdobe's Firefly AI Assistant works across Photoshop, Premiere and other apps
Adobe is taking on AI apps like Gemini's Nano Banana with its new prompt-based Firefly AI Assistant.
Read MoreGoogle's new Windows app is yet another way to access Gemini
Google has introduced a new app for Windows and, unsurprisingly, it puts AI front at center.
Read MoreBlackmagic's DaVinci Resolve 21 takes on Adobe Lightroom with a new Photo page
Many creators are now using DaVinci Resolve instead of Adobe Premiere, and now Blackmagic Design is going after Photoshop.
Read MoreX's messaging app, XChat, may be available soon
XChat is now on the App Store, where its listing says that it's expected to be available for download on April 17.
Read MoreWhatsApp adds a better, native interface for CarPlay
Meta has released a new version of WhatsApp for CarPlay that has much better integration that its previous version.
Read MoreX has a slightly more functional photo editor now
X has updated its in-app photo editor to support AI edits powered by Grok and the ability to draw on images.
Read MoreMovie tracking app Binge uses Apple's Live Activities to warn about jump scares
The movie-tracking app Binge has a nifty feature that warns people about jump scares. This leverages the iPhone's Live Activities platform.
Read MoreYou can now search through app reviews on the Google Play Store
Play Store customers can now dig through an app's features much easier with a search function.
Read MoreNetflix just released a standalone gaming app for kids
Netflix just released a free app called Playground, which is a collection of games for kids. There are titles based on Peppa Pig and other popular IPs.
Read MoreThe new Storm Radar app is a treasure trove of data for weather nerds
The Storm Radar app can display feeds from high-definition radars for more detailed tracking.
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Audio (8)
DJI Mic Mini 2 review: The tiny wireless mic is colorful and much cheaper
DJI's Mic Mini 2 offers a great mix of sound quality, range and features at a very low price.
Read MoreSennheiser launches HD 480 Pro, the closed-back headphones fans have been waiting for
Sennheiser's new HD 480 Pro is essentially a closed-back reimagining of the company's popular HD 490 Pro headset.
Read MoreSony Bravia Theater Bar 5 review: A basic TV sound booster
Sony's latest compact soundbar can boost TV volume, but it has constrained directional audio and offers limited features.
Read MoreRazer just released some new gaming earbuds with low latency and fast switching between devices
Razer just released a new pair of gaming earbuds called the Hammerhead V3 HyperSpeed. They offer low latency, which is great for gamers.
Read MoreJBL Live 780NC and 680NC review: Great leaps, greater missteps
JBL's latest Live series headphones are a solid duo that don't quite achieve greatness.
Read MoreFender Elie review: Handsome speaker/amp hybrids with excellent clarity
The first two speakers from Fender Audio are almost amazing, but not quite.
Read MoreSamsung's Music Studio speakers and two of its 2026 soundbars are available now
Samsung's home theater lineup this year includes two new speakers and four new soundbars.
Read MoreRoland Go:Mixer Studio review: Portable, professional and plenty of polish
Roland's latest portable mixer for musicians is a step forward for those looking for a more premium option to bring with them on the go.
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Games Done Quick will host its first ever event in Europe
The speedrunning series is heading to Gamescom, and you can watch it all live.
Read MoreMagic: The Gathering Arena developers intend to form a union with the CWA
Magic: The Gathering Arena developers at Hasbro subsidiary Wizards of the Coast are set to join the Communications Workers of America.
Read MoreThe G512 X is Logitech’s most advanced and customizable gaming keyboard yet
Featuring support for both mechanical and analog switch with TMR sensors, rapid trigger tech and an 8K polling rate, the Logitech G512 X might be Logitech's fanciest and most customizable gaming keyboard to date.
Read MoreValve Steam Controller review: A gamepad in search of a console
The Steam Controller is a sturdy and sleek gamepad that stands up to the competition. It's for Valve diehards, trackpad fanatics and anyone whose main gaming hub is Steam.
Read MoreA Star Wars expansion is coming to PowerWash Simulator 2
So that's what the Empire means by "Rebel scum."
Read MoreThe sequel to the iconic emulator ZSNES is called Super ZSNES, of course
Somehow, ZSNES has returned.
Read MoreVampire Crawlers, Peter Molyneux's return and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, a photography-based heists and a slice-of-life soccer game.
Read MoreTitanium Court mashes together genres and cultural references to tell a strange, funny tale
AP Thomson's award winner is one of the most inventive, captivating games of 2026.
Read MoreFive Annapurna Interactive games get Switch 2 releases
Free upgrades for Sayonara Wild Hearts and Lorelei and the Laser Eyes are available now.
Read MoreUbisoft has finally dropped a trailer for that Assassin's Creed: Black Flag remake
Ubisoft has finally given us details and a short trailer for Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced. This is a remake of the 2013 original.
Read MoreEcco the Dolphin: Complete will combine remasters and a sequel into one package
Ecco the Dolphin: Complete is a new game from some of the creators of the original Ecco the Dolphin, that includes remasters of the first two games and a new sequel.
Read MoreVampire Survivors developer Poncle is opening more studios and has over 15 projects in the works
Vampire Survivors developer Poncle is celebrating the game's continued success by opening up multiple studios, with plans to release more than 15 games. This follows this week's release of the spinoff Vampire Crawlers.
Read MoreControl: Ultimate Edition is out for the iPhone and iPad
Control for iOS and Mac only costs $5 right now.
Read MoreYoshi and the Mysterious Book preview: A choose-your-own-adventure even adults can love
By leaning into the game's whimsical setting, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book offers fun twists on traditional side-scrolling platformers that people of all ages will enjoy.
Read MoreXbox cuts Game Pass prices but new Call of Duty games will no longer hit the service on day one
Effective immediately, both Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass will be a bit cheaper.
Read MoreSplatoon Raiders lands on Nintendo Switch 2 on July 23
The spinoff is primarily a single-player game, but it also includes a multiplayer mode.
Read MoreSony will require age checks in the UK and Ireland to access PlayStation communication features
Sony is adopting new age verification policies for PlayStation users in the UK and Ireland.
Read MoreUbisoft will officially reveal the Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake on April 23
Ubisoft has scheduled a livestream for April 23 at 12PM ET to give us some news on the Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake. The company just formally acknowledged the title last month.
Read MoreBall x Pit's next update adds 11 more balls to the fray on April 27
A pair of new characters, more passive abilities and a fresh building are included in The Shadow Update.
Read MoreSNK's Neo Geo console remake works with original cartridges and HDMI
The Neo Geo AES+ remake is available for preorder, starting at $249.99.
Read MoreCyberpunk platformers, gallivanting geckos and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, Mouse: PI for Hire arrives and Hades 2 hits PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Read More15 years after 'Video Games,' Lana Del Rey has an actual video game song
Lana Del Rey co-wrote and performed the theme song to 007 First Light, IO Interactive's upcoming James Bond game.
Read MorePanic says the Playdate Catalog won't accept games made with generative AI
The Playdate's creators say it won't offer games that use AI for generating art, music or text.
Read MoreRoblox agrees to a $12 million settlement with Nevada
This week Roblox reached a $12 million settlement with Nevada to avoid going to trial over claims regarding child safety and exploitation on the platform.
Read MoreBlizzard just made Overwatch’s best mode much worse
Mystery Heroes isn't nearly as fun after the latest update.
Read MorePlaydate Season 3 is coming later this year
Panic announced today that Playdate is getting a third season that will drop in time for the holidays.
Read MoreA first look at Metro 2039 shows how its Ukrainian developer turned the darkness up to 11
Metro 2039 is scheduled to arrive this winter for Xbox, PlayStation 5 and PC.
Read MorePlayStation Plus April catalog adds include Horizon Remastered, Squirrel with a Gun and Frank Stone
For PS Plus subscribers, April is going to be a little bit spooky, a tad sporty and downright squirrelly.
Read MoreLeague of Legends' new WASD control scheme will be enabled for ranked later this month
Riot Games will introduce WASD controls to League of Legends ranked matches in the next patch.
Read MoreSony Inzone's latest monitor boasts a blazing 720Hz panel for competitive gamers
With a refresh rate that can switch between 540Hz at QHD or a blazing 720Hz at 720p, Sony's new Inzone M10S II looks like a great monitor for competitive fps players.
Read MoreAlienware 27 (AW2726DM) QD-OLED monitor review: A budget PC gamer's new best friend
In a world where every piece of gaming gear seems to be getting more expensive, Alienware's $350 AW2726DM 27-inch QD-OLED monitor feels like a gift to gamers on a budget.
Read MoreYou can attend Pokémon EDM shows in Los Angeles and London
As part of Pokémon's 30th anniversary festivities, the company is holding EDM concert experiences called "Pokémon Night Out" in Los Angeles and London.
Read MoreSony is developing a Bloodborne animated film adaptation
An R-rated animated film adaptation of Bloodborne is currently being developed by Sony, according to Variety.
Read MoreXbox CEO called Game Pass 'too expensive for players' in a leaked memo
The new Xbox CEO wrote a memo to employees addressing the current pricing of the Game Pass subscription service and suggesting changes would be coming.
Read MoreGames Workshop brings seven classic Warhammer games to Steam for the first time
Fans of miniature plastic soldiers, rejoice. Games Workshop has brought a host of older Warhammer and Warhammer 40K video games to Steam for the first time.
Read MoreRetro handheld maker Anbernic's latest device has a swiveling display
The RG Rotate will be built with a proprietary hinge that's gone through durability testing.
Read MoreRoblox introduces mandatory age-gated account tiers
Roblox is rolling out its biggest change since starting age verification late last year, with the introduction of two new account types.
Read MoreMarauding minotaurs, more CloverPit and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, highlights from another great edition of the Triple-i Initiative showcase.
Read MoreEpic is reportedly building an extraction shooter for Disney
Epic Games is reportedly working on an extraction shooter with Disney characters it plans to release in November.
Read MoreThe FAA is encouraging gamers to get jobs in air traffic control
The FAA is targeting gamers in its recent job listing for air traffic controllers; the annual hiring window opens at 12AM ET on April 17.
Read MoreAmazon Luna ends support for third-party subscriptions and game purchases
You'll no longer be able to stream games you bought from EA, GOG and Ubisoft through the platform.
Read MoreGoogle removes Doki Doki Literature Club! from the Play Store
Google has removed popular psychological horror game Doki Doki Literature Club! from the Play Store.
Read MoreJazzy stealth-action game Thick as Thieves hits PC on May 20
Thick as Thieves, the magical heist game from a team of stealth legends, is coming to Steam at the end of May — without its original PvP mechanics.
Read MoreNetflix adds three Jackbox games to its TV app
Jackbox Party Essentials is joining the Netflix Party Games collection.
Read MoreAnother Don't Starve game is on the way
Don't Starve Elsewhere is a sequel to Don't Starve that features new biomes, enemies and for the first-time, three-dimensional terrain.
Read MoreMountain climbing sim Cairn is getting free DLC this summer
The hit mountain climbing simulation Cairn is getting free DLC this summer. This is the first in a series of free content drops.
Read MoreCo-op pirate survival game Windrose hits PC in early access on April 14
The release date was revealed during the Triple-i Initiative indie games showcase.
Read MoreIndie game Neverway will launch this October, just in time for spooky season
Indie game studio Coldblood announced that its debut project Neverway has been given a release window of October 2026.
Read More1000xResist devs reveal their wild-looking second game about convincing an AI it's not human
Developer Sunset Visitor just revealed its follow-up to the fantastic 1000xResist. Prove You're Human is a narrative adventure about convincing an AI it's not actually alive.
Read MoreRhythm Heaven Groove comes to Switch on July 2
It's the first new entry in Nintendo's quirky rhythm game series since 2015.
Read MoreYou'll soon be able to hide games from your Xbox achievements list
Microsoft is testing redesigned achievements and giving Xbox Insiders more control over what games show up in their achievement list.
Read MoreHow to watch the Triple-i Initiative showcase on April 9
The indie showcase will feature 40 games and eight world premieres.
Read MoreThe Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light is delayed until later this summer
IO Interactive's James Bond game will still hit other platforms on May 27.
Read MoreNo Man’s Sky now has Pokémon-style creature battles
Move along, Nintendo lawyers, nothing to see here.
Read MoreForza Horizon 6 gives would-be racers another gorgeous open world to explore
Playground Games' latest is shaping up to be another strong entry in an important series for Xbox.
Read MoreXbox Game Pass additions for April include Hades 2 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare
It's a stacked lineup, which might make up for GTA V leaving again this month.
Read MoreSony is starting a weird service that scans people to put them in PlayStation games
Sony just announced something called The Playerbase. This is a forthcoming service that scans people's likenesses to put them in PlayStation games.
Read MoreThe League of Legends KeSPA cup will air globally on Disney+
Disney has inked a deal with the Korea Esports Association that will bring several gaming tournaments to its streaming platform.
Read MoreDevils on the Moon brings the score-chasing of pinball to the Playdate
Devils on the Moon turns the Playdate into a surprisingly effective pinball machine.
Read MoreSuper Meat Boy 3D, coin-pushing chaos and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, a rad 2D Western Soulslike and a lovely looking narrative-driven game about a first love.
Read MoreJason Blundell announces his new-new studio, Magic Fractal
The former Call of Duty: Black Ops lead is forming a new studio after his previous venture, Dark Outlaw Games, was closed by Sony in March.
Read MoreTake-Two laid off the head its AI division and an undisclosed number of staff
A former head of AI at game publisher Take-Two has announced that he and several members of his staff have been laid off.
Read MoreMuch like the game’s zombies, State of Decay 3 is somehow still alive
Developer Undead Labs will hold a series of playtests beginning next month.
Read MoreLook Outside's April 1 update that let you kiss enemies is now a permanent 'smooch mode'
For those who want it, you'll still be able to access the kissing update by giving Sam an aptly ridiculous name.
Read MoreSony's gaming division just bought an AI startup that turns photos into 3D volumes
Sony purchased an AI startup called Cinemersive Labs to help improve rendering techniques and gameplay visuals on future games.
Read MoreVR game Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City launches on April 30
Everyone's four favorite anthropomorphic turtles are returning to the world of video games, this time in VR.
Read MoreIndie Pass is a forthcoming subscription service exclusively for indie games
Publisher indie.io has just announced something called Indie Pass. This is a subscription service for indie games.
Read MoreApple Arcade just got two indie gems
Two great games are heading to Apple Arcade. The platform is getting premium versions of Dredge and Unpacking on April 2.
Read MoreMr. Resident Evil signs a deal with Mr. Stellar Blade
Resident Evil legend Shinji Mikami's new studio, Unbound Inc., has been acquired by Stellar Blade developer Shift Up.
Read MoreApril's PS Plus Monthly Games include Lords of the Fallen and a trio of remastered Tomb Raider ports
There are a few notable games coming to the PS Plus catalog. These include Lords of the Fallen and Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream.
Read MoreMindsEye will litigate its own launch 'sabotage' controversy in DLC form
A new mission will apparently shed light on what Build a Rocket Boy CEO Mark Gerhard believes was a conspiracy.
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Big Tech (31)
Families of Tumbler Ridge shooting victims sue OpenAI
Sam Altman apologized for not notifying local authorities last week.
Read MoreThe EU thinks Meta isn't doing enough to protect children
A preliminary investigation found the company isn't adequately keeping minors off of Instagram and Facebook.
Read MoreUnion accuses Apple of unlawful discrimination against represented workers
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) union has accused Apple of unlawfully discriminating against the unionized employees of the company's Towson, Maryland retail store.
Read MoreOpenAI breaks out of exclusivity agreements in its partnership with Microsoft
OpenAI can license its latest AI models to other companies and use other cloud providers to ship its products.
Read MoreMicrosoft is reportedly offering voluntary buyouts to up to 7 percent of its employees
Microsoft reportedly plans to offer voluntary buyouts to up to 7 percent of its US employees in May as a way of avoiding layoffs.
Read MoreApple, Amazon join push for looser greenhouse emissions reporting
The Greenhouse Gas Protocol is considering changes to how certain types of emissions are reported, but some companies are arguing against the proposed rules.
Read MoreSomeone allegedly used a hairdryer to rig Polymarket weather bets
French authorities are investigating a case in which a hairdryer was allegedly used to change weather sensor data. This was reportedly used to rig bets on Polymarket.
Read MoreKalshi suspended three political candidates from its platform for insider trading
Prediction market Kalshi has taken action against three political candidates, alleging that each was engaged with insider trading of information about their campaigns.
Read MoreHere’s to the stable ones: In praise of Tim Cook
Tim Cook's legacy is far grander than just being the guy who followed Steve Jobs and didn't mess things up.
Read MoreNew York Attorney General sues two prediction markets on illegal gambling allegations
New York is the latest state to take a stand against prediction markets.
Read MoreAmazon allegedly pressured companies to raise product prices with other retailers
The Attorney General of California has released an unredacted copy of a legal document that the state filed in relation to its lawsuit against Amazon, containing details of the company's alleged price fixing scheme.
Read MoreApple could be fined up to $38 billion by Indian antitrust regulator
The Competition Commission of India is giving Apple two more weeks to submit the requested financial data before the hearing.
Read MorePalantir posted a manifesto that reads like the ramblings of a comic book villain
Palantir shared 22 points excerpted from CEO Alex Karp and Nicholas W. Zamiska's 2025 book, The Technological Republic, and they're troubling.
Read MoreThe European Commission wants Google to share search engine data with competitors
The European Commission has proposed new measures for Google aimed at bringing the tech giant's search business into compliance with the Digital Markets Act.
Read MoreAnna's Archive told to pay Spotify and record labels $322 million over unprecedented music scraping
The pirate activist group allegedly scraped 86 million songs from Spotify last year.
Read MoreMeta warned by dozens of organizations that facial recognition on its smart glasses would empower predators
Over 70 civil rights organizations have banded together to warn Meta about bringing facial recognition technology to its smart glasses. The groups say this would empower bad faith actors.
Read MoreIBM settles its DEI lawsuit with the DOJ for $17 million
The settlement comes from the Department of Justice's Civil Rights Fraud Initiative launched in 2025.
Read MoreFrench government says au revoir Windows, bienvenue Linux
It's part of a broader European movement to reduce reliance on American tech.
Read MoreGoogle has reportedly started to add Polymarket data to News results
Google has started adding Polymarket data to News results. These links are being shown alongside actual stories.
Read MoreApple is closing three US stores, including the first to unionize
Apple is closing a trio of retail stores this summer, including its first location to unionize.
Read MoreAmazon's satellite internet service is scheduled for mid-2026 availability
Musk-free high-speed satellite internet is on the way.
Read MoreNew Jersey has no right to ban Kalshi's prediction market, US appeals court rules
It's the first federal ruling on prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket, but it won't be the last.
Read MoreApple will again appeal to the Supreme Court in battle with Epic Games
Apple is asking for the Supreme Court to review when and how it can charge commissions on mobile purchases made via third-party payment systems.
Read MoreTrump labor board tells Amazon to negotiate with Staten Island warehouse union
The Trump administration's labor board has ordered Amazon to recognize and bargain with a union at its warehouses in Staten Island. Workers at the facility voted to unionize in 2022, but the company has refused to recognize the effort.
Read MoreCFTC sues three states for trying to regulate prediction markets
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission is suing Arizona, Illinois and Connecticut for attempting to regulate prediction markets.
Read MoreRussia closes loophole to fully block payments for Apple services
The Kremlin has been targeting VPNs as part of a broader crackdown on online speech.
Read MoreApple's controversial Fitness VP Jay Blahnik is retiring
Jay Blahnik, who served as Apple's Fitness chief for almost 13 years, has announced that he's retiring this July.
Read MoreSpaceX has reportedly filed for the biggest IPO in history
According to Bloomberg, the company submitted paperwork to the SEC confidentially.
Read MoreSpaceX has reportedly filed for the biggest IPO in history
According to Bloomberg, the company submitted paperwork to the SEC confidentially.
Read MoreWhat to expect from WWDC 2026
Apple will reportedly focus this year's updates to its operating systems on stability improvements and a retooled version of Siri.
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Cameras (5)
DJI Lito 1 and Lito X1 drone review: High-quality aerial video at its most affordable
DJI's new budget drones offer more value thanks to features like obstacle detection and 4K 60p video.
Read MoreGoPro’s Mission 1 camera series will start at $600
Its new camera series has 1-inch sensors and 8K video support. They're pricier than the Hero series, however.
Read MoreDJI Osmo Pocket 4 review: The only vlogging camera you'll ever need
The Osmo Pocket 4 makes it incredibly easy to record everything from simple vlogs to near cinematic-quality video.
Read MoreGoPro's Mission 1 offers 8K 60p video and interchangeable lenses
DJI is fighting back against rivals with a new line of cameras called Mission 1, designed to greatly improve video quality over the Hero 13 cameras.
Read MoreGoPro to lay off over 20 percent of staff by the end of 2026
The company posted year-end losses in its 2025 financial results.
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Computing (17)
NVIDIA starts offering a 12GB version of the 5070 for laptops
NVIDIA is releasing a new variant of its 5070 GPU for laptops.
Read MoreASUS' dual-screen ROG Zephyrus Duo is now on pre-order starting at $4,500
ASUS is often best when it's weird, and this year at CES the company decided to resurrect one of its weirdest laptops ever: the ROG Zephyrus Duo.
Read MoreForced Windows updates can now be paused forever
You can now continually put a pause Windows 11 updates, 35 days at a time.
Read MoreThe MacBook Neo is a glimpse into John Ternus's Apple
John Ternus was unavoidable when Apple debuted the Macbook Neo.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: Tim Cook’s Apple era and what lies ahead for John Ternus
Tim Cook will soon be stepping down as Apple's CEO, in this episode we discuss his legacy and what new CEO John Ternus could bring.
Read MoreFramework is building an eGPU kit for its Laptop 16
The OCuLink Dev Kit is due to ship later this year.
Read MoreFramework launches the Laptop 13 Pro with Intel's new Panther Lake chips
Framework's newest 13-inch laptop gets a Pro name, a bigger battery, and a touchscreen display.
Read MoreJohn Ternus will be CEO of Apple when Tim Cook steps down this fall
Apple CEO Tim Cook is officially stepping down from his role on September 1, the company announced today, while current SVP of hardware engineering John Ternus will take over as the new CEO.
Read MoreThe next Mac Studio and MacBook Pro releases could be postponed by several months
Bloomberg is now expecting the Mac Studio to release in October and the MacBook Pro to be available in early 2027.
Read MoreA lot of you panic-bought PCs to avoid RAMaggedon 2026
Counterpoint Research says PC sales increased slightly in Q1 2026, driven by the fear of future price hikes.
Read MoreIntel launches new Core Series 3 chips for mainstream laptops
The new chips promise all-day battery life and will be adopted by a number of brands throughout 2026.
Read MoreMicrosoft's new college deal is a half-hearted answer to the $500 MacBook Neo
Microsoft is offering a bundle of discounted services to college students with the purchase of a new Windows PC.
Read MoreChrome finally adds support for vertical tabs.
Before today, every other major browser but Chrome offered support for vertical tabs.
Read MoreASUS ZenBook A16 review: A surprisingly light and powerful 16-inch ultraportable
The Zenbook A16 is the lightest 16-inch ultraportable we've seen yet, and it's surprisingly capable thanks to Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 chips.
Read MoreEngadget Podcast: How Apple keeps redefining personal computing at 50
For a 50-year-old company, Apple remains pretty hip and nimble.
Read MoreArtemis II crew is just like us, needs help with Microsoft Outlook issues
And no, Commander Reid Wiseman didn't ask Copilot for assistance.
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Cybersecurity (6)
France's national agency for managing IDs and passports suffered a data breach last week
The French government confirmed that France Titres, also known as Agence nationale des titres sécurisés (ANTS), experienced a security breach last week.
Read MoreApple rolls out iOS 26.4.2 to fix a flaw that allowed the FBI to access push notifications
The latest iOS update patches a security flaw that made deleted push notification data accessible on some iPhones and iPads.
Read MoreFCC just handed Netgear a de facto router monopoly in the US
Netgear is the first company to receive conditional approval to sell its routers in the US following a recent FCC ban.
Read MoreRockstar Games has confirmed it was hit by third-party data breach
The ShinyHunters hacking group is giving Rockstar Games until April 14 to respond to its threats.
Read MoreGoogle adds E2E encryption to Gmail for iOS and Android enterprise users
Recipients can reply to an encrypted message in the Gmail app or their browser.
Read MoreIreland is testing out a digital wallet that conducts age verification for social media users
Ireland's Government Digital Wallet can store official documents that can verify a user's age for social media platforms.
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Entertainment (34)
YouTube TV gets a fully customizable multiview feature, with availability for all channels
Only live content is supported right now.
Read MoreStar Trek: Strange New Worlds returns for its penultimate season on July 23
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds returns for its fourth season on July 23. The series has been renewed for a fifth and final season.
Read MoreOprah brings her podcast to Amazon's streaming services
Oprah's Book Club and the back catalog of her long-running TV show are part of the licensing deal too.
Read MoreA Battlefield movie adaptation is on the way, possibly starring Michael B. Jordan
Mission Impossible honcho Christopher McQuarrie is set to write, direct and produce.
Read MoreSingapore police arrest alleged The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender leaker
"I saw it's just a Paramount+ thing, so I decided I'd troll a little bit."
Read MoreApple TV's upcoming For All Mankind spinoff Star City oozes Cold War-era paranoia
Apple TV just dropped a real trailer for Star City, the streamer's spinoff of For All Mankind. This one takes a look at the Soviet space program.
Read MoreYouTube is muting push notifications from channels you don't watch
In order to help eliminate unwanted notifications, YouTube will now mute alerts on mobile from channels that you haven't engaged with for a month.
Read MoreNetflix's Devil May Cry animated adaptation returns for a second season on May 12
Netflix's hit Devil May Cry adaptation is returning for a second season on May 12. The streaming platform has dropped a new trailer.
Read MoreSilo's season 3 trailer takes us back to how it all began
The third and penultimate season of Silo premieres on July 3. Episodes will air weekly until September 4.
Read MoreDeezer says AI-made songs make up 44 percent of daily uploads
The French music streaming platform reported only 20,000 AI-generated song uploads a day the previous year.
Read MoreThe Elden Ring movie hits theaters on March 3, 2028
Alex Garland's Elden Ring movie will arrive in movie theaters on March 3, 2028. The cast includes Cailee Spaeny, Kit Connor and Ben Whishaw.
Read MoreThe Mandalorian and Grogu director used Apple Vision Pro to preview the film in IMAX
How else are you going to replicate those enormous screens?
Read MoreExit 8 is cinema for the livestreaming era
When watching a video game is entertainment, what is watching a movie of a video game?
Read MoreReed Hastings is leaving Netflix after 29 years
Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings is vacating his board seat in June to focus on philanthropy and other projects.
Read MoreCall of Duty movie arrives on June 30, 2028
A Call of Duty movie is still happening, but don't hold your breath for it to hit screens any time soon.
Read MoreThe first real trailer for the Street Fighter movie is filled with crowd-pleasing moments
We finally have a real trailer for the new Street Fighter movie and it's a doozy. There's a lot going on here.
Read MoreAmazon MGM's 2026 theatrical slate includes 'Highlander' and 'Spaceballs: The New One'
Fresh off the box office success of Project Hail Mary, Amazon MGM Studios has announced its theatrical release lineup for the next year.
Read MoreFederal jury finds concert business Live Nation is a monopoly
Live Nation, which operates the Ticketmaster platform, has been determined to be a monopoly.
Read MoreSpotify is selling books now
A new partnership with Bookshop.org lets you purchase physical books from indie booksellers from within the Spotify app.
Read MoreGodzilla goes to New York in 'Minus Zero' teaser trailer
Japanese entertainment company Toho has released a teaser video for Godzilla Minus Zero, the upcoming sequel to the award-winning film Godzilla Minus One.
Read MoreThe Metal Gear Solid movie is back on, with Final Destination: Bloodlines directors in charge
Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, the directors of Final Destination: Bloodlines, are directing the film adaptation of Metal Gear Solid.
Read MoreRoku will stream Savannah Bananas games, along with the entire Banana Ball Championship League
Banana Ball is coming to streaming. Roku just signed a deal to stream Savannah Bananas games and events from throughout the Banana Ball Championship League.
Read MoreSpotify now lets you turn off all video
It has separate toggles for Canvas, music videos and all other types.
Read MoreSpotify's Prompted Playlist feature now works for podcasts
Spotify's Prompted Playlist tool now works for podcasts. This lets listeners use natural language to describe a perfect curated playlist.
Read MoreThe Spaceballs sequel will be released in April next year
Amazon announced this week that Spaceballs 2 will be released in theaters April 23, 2027.
Read MoreUrsula K. Le Guin's blog has been turned into a podcast
New episodes of 'In Your Spare Time' will be released every Wednesday, starting April 8.
Read MoreAn Italian court ruled Netflix has to refund its customers for price hikes dating back to 2017
A Netflix spokesperson said the company will appeal the court's decision.
Read MoreMarch Madness 2026: How to watch the Final Four
Every second of the NCAA Tournaments is available to stream, if you have enough screens and a TV log-in.
Read MoreThe Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a black hole of entertainment
Somehow, the Super Mario Galaxy Movie is even less of a film than the first.
Read MoreStar Wars animated series 'Maul: Shadow Lord' season 2 confirmed
Ahead of its April 6 premiere, Dave Filoni has revealed that the Star Wars animated series Maul: Shadow Lord will return for a second season.
Read MorePSA: YouTube will be streaming Coachella for free next week
For anyone who wasn't able to get tickets to Coachella, YouTube has good news because once again the company will be livestreaming the concert for free.
Read MoreThe AI Doc's director was "scared shitless" by AI, so he made a movie about it
On the Engadget Podcast, The AI Doc's director Daniel Roher explains why he wanted to make a film about AI.
Read MoreAn immersive 'Black Mirror Experience' is launching in Montreal
Banijay is launching the Black Mirror Experience, starting with Montreal in May with additional locations to be announced in the future.
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Gaming (1)
Mr. Resident Evil signs a deal with Mr. Stellar Blade
Resident Evil legend Shinji Mikami's new studio, Unbound Inc., has been acquired by Stellar Blade developer Shift Up.
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Google (1)
Gemini can now generate files, including Microsoft Word and LaTeX documents
No need to copy and paste Gemini's outputs anymore.
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Home (16)
Traeger debuts the Irontop, a more affordable gas-powered griddle
Three years after its first griddles, Traeger is back with two more affordable options with the Irontop series.
Read MoreLG's first RGB TV starts at $5,000 and is available to pre-order today
LG's Micro RGB Evo debuted at CES 2026 and starts at $5,000 for a 75-inch model.
Read MoreGoogle now lets you have full conversations with Gemini for Home
Google announced today that it is upgrading the Gemini for Home service with a "continued conversations" feature.
Read MoreSamsung brings SmartThings integration to IKEA's Matter devices
Samsung just expanded its SmartThings connectivity platform to support a number of IKEA products. These devices, like smart lights, operate via the smart home connectivity standard Matter.
Read MoreDyson PencilVac Fluffycones review: Almost the perfect floor cleaner for tiny apartments
The PencilVac is light, mobile and easy to use. It struggles with carpets, though.
Read MoreTCL's RGB-Mini LED TVs will start at $8,000
TCL's new SQD-Mini LED TVs and RGB-Mini LEDs are available to order and pre-order, respectively.
Read MoreRecteq X-Fire Pro 825 review: A smart grill that pulls double duty
The X-Fire Pro offers the ease of gas with the wood flavor of pellets in the same grill.
Read MoreTraeger debuts Westwood smart pellet grills that start at $700
If you're looking for a new smart pellet grill, Traeger's new Westwood series starts at $700.
Read MoreAmazon's new Fire TV Stick HD is slimmer than ever and has no power adapter
The $35 streaming dongle is available for pre-order today.
Read MoreAmazon's budget-friendly answer to the Frame TV will start shipping on April 22
The Fire TVs can double as artwork in your home and come with more than 2,000 pieces of art for free.
Read MoreSony is nerfing its Bravia TVs' program guide
Sony is removing some features for Bravia television owners using an over the air antenna or a set top box.
Read MoreSamsung's new Micro RGB TVs start at $1,600 for a 55-inch model
Samsung just launched its lineup of Micro RGB TVs for 2025. These range in size from 55 inches all the way to 85 inches, with a 100-inch version on the way.
Read MoreDyson just announced its first-ever handheld fan, with a motor that spins up to 65,000 RPM
Dyson just revealed a handheld and portable fan called the HushJet Mini Cool. It launches in May.
Read MoreSony teases its next-gen 'True RGB' Mini LED TV technology
If you weren't already confused about Micro RGB and RGB Mini LED TVs, Sony has come up with its own name: True RGB.
Read MoreSamsung's new Frame Pro and OLED TVs are now available to order
Samsung's new 2026 versions of The Frame Pro and its OLED TVs feature glare-free displays and come in new size options.
Read MoreSoundcore Nebula X1 Pro review: The king of party projectors
Soundcore's Nebula X1 Pro is a one-of-a-kind but expensive home theater system.
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Mobile (11)
Texas Instruments made a new flagship graphing calculator: the TI-84 Evo
There's nothing here to distract you other than "58008."
Read MoreXfinity Mobile now includes device protection and anytime phone upgrades
Xfinity Mobile's $45/month plan now includes some noteworthy perks.
Read MoreOppo announces the Find X9 Ultra with a 50MP 10x optical zoom telephoto camera
The Find X9 Ultra's main camera is a 200-megapixel sensor. At 1/1.12 inches, Oppo says it's the largest 200MP sensor in a phone yet, but the 10x optical zoom telephoto may be the star.
Read MoreThe Vivo X300 Ultra is a powerful camera phone aimed at videographers
The high-spec X300 Ultra is, the company says, its first global flagship phone launch, although there's no word on US availability.
Read MoreYou'll have one more chance to buy Samsung's pricey Galaxy Z TriFold this Friday
If you missed your chance to pay Samsung $2,900 for a phone, we have great news for you.
Read MoreAmazon is cutting off support for older Kindles
Amazon has sent out emails to some of its users, with a warning that it's discontinuing support for Kindle ereaders and Fire tables released in 2012 or earlier.
Read MoreInsta360 releases USB-C selfie screen it's calling Snap
Insta 360's new product offers super high resolution selfies.
Read MoreApple's foldable iPhone is reportedly at risk of delay
Apple has reportedly run into "more issues than expected" with its foldable iPhone that may delay its release.
Read MoreMotorola announces Moto Pad and next-gen Moto G Stylus
They'll be available starting April 16 and April 30, respectively.
Read MoreSamsung will discontinue its Messages app in July and replace it with Google's
The official end of the Samsung Messages app means the transition towards Google Messages for all users.
Read MoreApple iOS 26.5 public beta is now available
Apple has released the first public beta for iOS 26.5, just a few days after the beta for developers came out.
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News (20)
You can now book a hotel via the Uber app
Uber is adding a host of features to its app for when you're away from home.
Read MoreAmazon brings dark mode to Kindle Colorsoft and Scribe Colorsoft
Amazon is bulking out the drawing tools on the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft.
Read MoreImages of Samsung's rumored smart glasses have leaked
Samsung is reportedly preparing to launch a pair of smart glasses currently codenamed "Jinju." The company is also making a more advanced model with a display.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Polymarket and a hairdryer
The biggest news stories this morning: Here's to the stable ones: In praise of Tim Cook, Meta is downsizing by about 10 percent, Hey Meta workers, are you getting paid for those keystrokes?
Read MoreHey Meta workers, are you getting paid for those keystrokes?
Labor typically results in compensation.
Read MoreLG's super-thin Wallpaper OLED TV starts at $5,500
LG's gorgeous Wallpaper OLED TVs finally have a price.
Read MoreThe Morning After: The next CEO of Apple will be hardware exec John Ternus
The biggest news stories this morning: The Mandalorian and Grogu director used Apple Vision Pro to preview the film in IMAX, Meta is testing a WhatsApp Plus subscription.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Our verdict on the DJI Osmo Pocket 4
The biggest news stories this morning: Call of Duty movie arrives June 2028, Recteq X-Fire Pro 825 review, Reed Hastings is leaving Netflix after 29 years
Read MorePSA: Stop using your Casely Power Pods wireless charger immediately
Casely has reissued a recall of its Power Pods 5,000 mAh MagSafe E33A charger after dozens of people were injured and one even killed by the defective devices.
Read MoreMeta Quest headset prices are going up on April 19
Meta is blaming the increases on the RAM crisis.
Read MoreGoogle Search tackles sites that try to stop you from leaving when you hit the back button
Websites will have to stop acting like clingy exes and let us go without a fight.
Read MoreAmazon buys the satellite internet company behind Apple’s SOS system
Amazon is buying the company behind Apple's emergency satellite network.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Meta is reportedly working on an AI model of Mark Zuckerberg
The biggest news stories this morning: How to de-Gemini your Google apps, Meta warned that facial recognition on smart glasses would empower predators, Apple may be testing up to four styles of smart glasses.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Amazon pledges its satellite internet starts this year
The biggest news stories this morning: ASUS' new ZenBook, Greece clamps down on kids' social media and the end for old Kindles.
Read MoreThe Morning After: Apple’s foldable iPhone may be delayed
The biggest news stories this morning: March Madness 2026: How to watch the Final Four, OpenAI brings ChatGPT's Voice mode to CarPlay, The Spaceballs sequel will be released in April 2027.
Read MoreAmazon's new USPS deal will see postal deliveries cut by 20 percent
Amazon has reached tentative a deal with the USPS that will see mail deliveries cut by 20 percent, less than expected but still a blow to the postal service.
Read MoreThe Morning After: NASA’s Artemis II is on a voyage around the Moon
Sailing to the moon, reviews galore and a deep dive on Donut Lab's battery.
Read MoreRobosen Soundwave review: A childhood dream made real
For anyone fond of old-school Transformers, Robosen's auto-converting Soundwave is like a child's dream come true. The only real downside is that it's too expensive for any kid to afford.
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PlayStation (1)
May's PlayStation Plus lineup includes Nine Sols, EA FC 26, Wuchang
Start your downloads on May 5.
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Robotics (1)
Humanoid robots will work as baggage handlers at Tokyo airport
Has nobody watched Terminator?
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Science (22)
Trump administration is paying more companies to abandon offshore wind projects
The firms have agreed to direct their reimbursements towards fossil fuels instead.
Read MoreTrump has terminated several members of the independent National Science Board
The Trump administration sent letters to several members of the National Science Board, informing them that their positions were "terminated, effective immediately."
Read MoreNASA's initial takeaways from the Artemis II mission, and more science stories
NASA has begun its initial assessments of the Orion spacecraft, SLS rocket and other systems that brought astronauts to the moon.
Read MoreNASA targets a September launch for its next big space telescope
Roman has a field of view 100 times larger than Hubble's.
Read MoreNASA's Curiosity Rover found promising organic chemicals on Mars
It adds to the body of evidence that the Red Planet once contained the building blocks of life.
Read MoreThe FAA grounds Blue Origin New Glenn rocket after failure to put payload in orbit
The FAA has grounded Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket following an incident in which it failed to put a payload in orbit. There will be an investigation.
Read MoreArtemis II commander shares a remarkable video of Earth vanishing behind the Moon
Reid Wiseman can be forgiven for not just putting his iPhone 17 Pro Max away and enjoying the view.
Read MoreBlue Origin landed its recycled New Glenn booster but failed to put payload in orbit
Blue Origin has successfully reused its first-stage New Glenn booster for the first time after it landed in a cloud of smoke on its recovery ship.
Read MoreA comet gets destroyed by the sun, data centers endanger the Potomac River, and more science news
These are the science stories that captured our attention this week.
Read MoreThe PBS Artemis II documentary is streaming on YouTube
PBS' Artemis II documentary covers the preparation and planning that went into NASA's latest Moon mission.
Read MoreNASA restarts work to support Europe's uncrewed trip to Mars after years of setbacks
NASA has restarted work to support Europe's efforts to bring the Rosalind Franklin rover to the surface of Mars. This initiative has suffered over 20 years of setbacks.
Read MoreThe Artemis II astronauts are back after a 10-day journey around the moon
The Orion capsule carrying the Artemis II astronauts has successfully splashed down off the coast of San Diego at 8:07PM Eastern time on April 10.
Read MoreHow to watch the Artemis II landing
After its history-making trip around the Moon, NASA's Artemis II mission is set to return to Earth later today. Here's how to watch the splashdown unfold.
Read MoreNASA shares incredible photos from the far side of the Moon
The Artemis II mission captured an "Earthset" and a solar eclipse from a fresh angle.
Read MoreArtemis II astronaut puts all of our iPhone moon photos to shame
NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman took a photo of the far side of the moon with an iPhone 17 Pro.
Read MoreNASA's Artemis II crew just flew farther away from Earth than anyone ever has before
NASA's Artemis II crew set a new distance record after flying past the moon. The astronauts have traveled nearly 250,000 miles away from Earth.
Read MoreHow to watch the historic Artemis II lunar flyby
After a successful launch, and a trip of 39,000 miles through space, astronauts Reid Wiseman, Christina Koch, Victor Glover and Jeremy Hansen are about to travel farther from Earth than any human being has before.
Read MoreArtemis II arrives in lunar space ahead of its trip around the Moon
The Orion spacecraft is more than two-thirds of the way to the moon, and astronauts are preparing for their flyby on Monday.
Read MoreThe latest on the Artemis II mission to the moon, and more science stories
The Artemis II crew is now more than halfway to the moon.
Read MoreNASA's Artemis II mission has left Earth's orbit
The Integrity, the name of the Orion capsule carrying Artemis II astronauts on a trip around the moon, has left Earth's orbit.
Read MoreWatch the first crewed Artemis mission take flight
Artemis II, the first crewed mission under the Artemis program, is scheduled to launch today, April 1.
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Smartphones (1)
Motorola's latest family of Razrs includes its first book-style foldable
The new Razr Fold even has native stylus support, unlike Samsung's most recent flagship.
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Social Media (24)
The FTC says Americans lost at least $2.1 billion to social media scams in 2025
Cryptocurrency and AI scams hit Americans hard last year too.
Read MoreCanadian premier wants to ban social media and AI chatbots for kids in Manitoba
Wab Kinew's proposal would only affect Manitoba while other efforts are being pursued that would adopt a ban across Canada.
Read MoreMeta is downsizing by about 10 percent
Meta is making another steep cut to its staff, this time to the tune of a 10 percent reduction in its workforce.
Read MoreX is shutting down its Communities feature
X is directing Communities users to move to group chats in its XChat app before the feature is retired at the end of May.
Read MoreTurkey wants to ban social media for kids under 15
A bill has been passed and now needs approval from the country's President to become law.
Read MoreThreads introduces 'live chats' for following live events
The new feature will debut during the NBA Playoffs.
Read MoreX finally adds custom timelines
X has launched custom timelines, which will give you the power to curate what you see on your feed based on your topics of interest.
Read MoreMeta has misled users about scam ads on Facebook and Instagram, lawsuit says
The Consumer Federation of America (CFA) has filed a proposed class-action suit against Meta for "failing to protect users" from scam ads on Facebook and Instagram.
Read MoreMastodon was hit by a 'major' DDoS attack that briefly took down parts of the service
Mastodon seems to be recovering after a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack that took down its primary mastodon.social instance.
Read MoreDOJ refuses to help French authorities in criminal probe of X
French authorities requested assistance from the Department of Justice in its probe of X for algorithm manipulation.
Read MoreBluesky blames DDoS attack for server outages
A couple of servers were down on Thursday morning.
Read MoreMeta is giving Threads on web a redesign that finally adds direct messages
Meta is starting to test a long-overdue facelift for Threads on web that includes a DM inbox.
Read MoreMeta isn't setting its Oversight Board free just yet
The Oversight Board has taken steps to formalize its long-contemplated desire to work with other companies, but Engadget has learned Meta has thus far declined to move forward with that process.
Read MoreMost US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health
Most teens in the United States say that Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat aren't harming their mental health, according to a new report from Pew Research.
Read MoreMajority of Australian kids are still on banned social media platforms, study finds
A recent poll revealed that 61 percent of Australian kids between 12- and 15- years old are still using their social media accounts, despite a recent ban.
Read MoreThe US government wants Reddit to snitch on one of its users through a grand jury
A user that reportedly posted anti-ICE comments is at the heart of the subpoena, according to a report from The Intercept.
Read MoreEstonia is the rare EU country opposing child social media bans
The country's education minister said the responsibility lies with governments and corporations, not the kids.
Read MoreYouTube Premium’s US pricing is going up
If you're on a family plan you'll pay $4 per month more for ad-free viewing.
Read MoreInstagram comments can now be edited (within 15 minutes)
You can edit any Instagram comment you've left via a new "Edit" button.
Read MoreGoogle introduces AI-generated avatars to YouTube Shorts
The new feature was teased earlier this year and is now rolling out gradually.
Read MoreGreece will ban all kids under 15 from using social media
The restrictions are set to come in at the beginning of 2027.
Read MoreUK Meta employee reportedly downloaded 30,000 private photos from Facebook users
A former Meta employee in the UK is under investigation after allegations that he illicitly downloaded about 30,000 private photos from Facebook.
Read MoreFan fiction website AO3 is finally coming out of beta
The famous fan fiction website Archive Of Our Own or AO3 has finally exited open beta, 17 years after it launched way back in 2009.
Read MoreFlipboard's 'social websites' are a new spin on decentralized social media
Flipboard, which is known for its social news reading app, is rolling out its latest experiment, "social websites."
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Streaming (1)
The Google TV platform will soon display YouTube Shorts videos directly on the home page
There are also new generative AI tools, because they must be stuffed into everything.
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Technology (2)
Engadget review recap: DJI Osmo Pocket 4, Recteq X-Fire Pro and Alienware 27 QD-OLED
A roundup of the latest reviews from Engadget.
Read MoreEngadget review recap: ASUS ZenBook A16, AirPods Max 2, Sonos Play and LG Sound Suite
A roundup of the latest reviews from Engadget.
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Transportation (23)
Joby Aviation is demoing 10-minute air taxi flights from JFK to Manhattan for a week
The air taxi service is expected to launch in New York, along with Texas and Florida, later this year, pending final FAA approvals.
Read MoreFord's Mustang Cobra Jet sets a new EV quarter mile record at 6.87 seconds
Ford Racing's Mustang Cobra Jet 2200 just ran a quarter mile in 6.87 seconds at 221 mph at an NHRA event in Charlotte.
Read MoreBYD's next all-electric hypercar is a convertible that's coming to Europe first
The Denza Z currently boasts more than 1,000 horsepower and a 0 to 60 mph in less than two seconds.
Read MoreTesla is giving away one year free Supercharging with Model 3 Premium and Performance purchases
Tesla has announced that it's including one year of free supercharging with a Model 3 Premium or Performance vehicle.
Read MorePorsche's new Cayenne Turbo Coupé Electric can do 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds
Porsche has announced an electric version of its popular Cayenne Coupe that looks to be the company's most powerful vehicle ever — either ICE or electric.
Read MoreRivian begins production on the R2 electric SUV
If you're eyeing the $45,000 base model, you'll have to wait around 18 months.
Read More2027 BMW i7 first look: A fantastically techy car for the 1 percent
If you like tech and gadgets, the new BMW i7 packs practically every futuristic feature and gizmo you could ask for, along with some you may not even know you wanted.
Read MoreMusk pledges to fix 2019-2023 Teslas that can't fully self drive
Tesla still doesn't have a solid pathway for how to give Hardware 3 cars Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities, based on what Elon Musk said during the company's latest earnings call.
Read MoreBMW's new i7 xDrive EVs will offer longer range and faster charging
BMW just announced its 7-series lineup for 2027 promising "the most extensive model update ever undertaken by BMW."
Read MoreTesla is rolling out its Robotaxi service to Dallas and Houston
Tesla's Robotaxis are coming to Houston's Jersey Village neighborhood and Dallas' Highland Park area first.
Read MoreDonut Lab's battery claims reportedly subject of whistleblower complaint
At executive at a Donut Lab partner has reportedly contacted Finnish authorities.
Read MoreThe first European country to get Tesla’s Full Self-Driving Supervised will be the Netherlands
The approval from the Netherland's RDW could lead to more adoption across European Union member states.
Read MoreTesla may be working on a smaller and cheaper electric SUV
Tesla is reportedly working on a smaller and less expensive SUV, sources told Reuters.
Read MoreDoorDash and Wing are expanding their drone delivery partnership to Atlanta
Wing will now do drone deliveries for DoorDash customers in the metro Atlanta area.
Read MoreUber begins testing its Volkswagen ID. Buzz robotaxi fleet in LA
The companies say they're still on track for a late 2026 launch.
Read MoreNHTSA closes probe into Tesla's remote parking crashes
The National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration has closed its investigation into Tesla's remote parking features, after it found that previously reported incidents led to minor issues and happened in low speed.
Read MoreMercedes-Benz recalls some G-Wagon EVs due to risk of wheels falling off
The recall will force more than 3,500 G580 EVs off the road and into a dealership for wheel bolt replacements.
Read MoreUber expands its EV incentive program across the US
Uber has expanded its EV incentive program nationwide, after offering it in select cities. This initiative provides drivers with a hefty grant to switch to an EV.
Read MoreThe hottest EVs from the 2026 New York Auto Show (plus one brawny concept)
For those who can't attend, we've rounded up all the coolest new EVs on display at the 2026 New York Auto Show.
Read MoreWhat’s going on with Donut Lab's so-called super battery?
Donut Lab has been claiming to have built a super-battery since January. But do any of its claims hold up?
Read MoreLucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs over seat belt defect
Lucid Motors has recalled over 4,000 Gravity SUVs. This is due to an issue with the seat belts.
Read MoreThe Getaway is Subaru's first three-row electric SUV
Today at the 2026 New York International Auto Show, Subaru announced its first three-row electric SUV called the Getaway.
Read MoreKia shows off the 2027 EV3 at the NY Auto Show
The automaker once said it would target a $35,000 starting price.
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Homeland Security reportedly wants to develop smart glasses for ICE
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reportedly developing smart glasses that could be used to collect intelligence on immigrants and US citizens.
Read MoreApple avoids a second import ban for its redesigned smartwatches in latest court ruling
Masimo can still appeal the US International Trade Commission's decision to not pursue another import ban on the Apple Watch.
Read MoreApple reportedly testing out four different styles for its smart glasses that will rival Meta Ray-Bans
Apple's smart glasses could be announced as early as this year, followed by a product release in 2027.
Read MoreGarmin may be working on a Whoop competitor
Garmin has reportedly filed a trademark for a new wearable device called "CIRQA" that shares similar features to Whoop bands.
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