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Engadget
May 20, 2026

Samsung faces strike from nearly 48,000 union workers
Samsung workers in Korea are set to walk off their jobs on May 21 after failing to reach an agreement with the company.

Engadget
May 20, 2026

2027 Volvo EX60 first drive: An ultra-smooth SUV for around $60k
Volvo's latest EV is its best yet, and best value too, but still comes up a bit short to the competition.

Engadget
May 20, 2026

Kickstarter rolls back its mature content policy after outcry
Kickstarter is going back to its previous rules around mature content after creators criticized the new policy it introduced last week.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Android XR is finally starting to feel real
Google has a lot to prove, but its smart glasses will have a few big advantages.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Discord now has end-to-end encryption on all calls
It's a win for privacy on the social app.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Firefox AI guardrails arrive for mobile
The feature lets you turn all AI enhancements off with one tap.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

The Apple Sports app expands to 90 new markets ahead of the World Cup
Apple is targeting World Cup fans ahead of this summer's tournament.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Google debuts AI-powered tools to optimize scientific research workflows
Three new features will be available under the Gemini for Science collection.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Fortnite is returning to the App Store globally, a year after its US comeback
Fortnite is returning to the App Store everywhere (except Australia).

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Google announces Wear OS 7
The OS update integrates Gemini Intelligence and adds a new widget system.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Minnesota passes prediction markets ban
The CFTC has already sued to prevent the Minnesota's prediction markets ban.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Everything announced at Google I/O 2026
The biggest news from Google's annual developer conference, from Gemini Spark, Omni and Search to Shopping, XR and more.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

All the news you might have missed from Google I/O 2026
Catch up on the biggest news from Google's annual developer conference, from Gemini Spark, Omni and Search to Shopping, XR and more.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Xbox Game Pass additions for late May include Forza Horizon 6 and Remnant II
The first-person adventure Luna Abyss is also a day-one release.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

The Google AI Ultra plan now starts at $100 a month
Google's most expensive AI plan is now a little cheaper.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Google says Gemini 3.5 Flash rivals 'large flagship models' for coding and agentic tasks
Google says its Gemini 3.5 Flash model can complete tasks in a "fraction of the time" of other frontier models.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Google shoves more AI into Search, including a dynamic Search box and agentic features
You can kiss the classic Google Search goodbye.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Google's Circle to Search feature can tell you if an image was AI-generated
Google is bringing its AI-detecting feature to more of its products to make it easier for people to verify if something was generated or edited with AI.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Google's Gemini Omni can generate 'anything from any input,' starting with video
Google didn't forget AI creators in its latest round of Gemini announcements.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Google's Gemini Spark is an agentic AI assistant
The AI agent is rolling out to testers this week.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Google's newest app is an AI-powered image editor
Google Pics isn't Photoshop, but it could be better than what's in Google Photos.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Google's redesigned Gemini comes with a new interface and AI models
Google's redesigned chatbot hits Android and iOS today.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Google's Universal Cart will keep an eye on your shopping
Universal Cart will make it easier to buy from inside YouTube and Gmail.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

I/O 2026 is bringing more AI to Google Play
Play Games Sidekick is also getting a wider rollout.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Samsung and Google just teased their upcoming Android XR smartglasses at Google I/O
The two models were created in partnership with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Project Genie adds Google Street View integration and goes live for global AI Ultra users
Ground your snow-globe worlds in real-life locations from Google Maps.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

The latest Xbox thumbstick topper looks like a goal post
Xbox's new "goal post" thumbstick topper joins six other designs for people with disabilities.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Google brings more conversational features to Gmail, Docs and Keep
You can talk out a first draft of a document, and Docs will organize your thoughts for you.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Ask YouTube compiles video answers to your questions
Google's new Ask YouTube feature will pull together short- and long-form content.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Plex's lifetime subscription cost is tripling to $750
Plex's premium plan will triple on June 30, 8:01PM ET.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Nintendo's wacky new mobile game takes inspiration from WarioWare
The free-to-download Pictonico! turns photos into minigames.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Sony 1000X The Collexion review: More luxurious, but far from perfect
The 10th anniversary edition of Sony's legendary 1000X headphones carries a refined design that ditches the plastic for leather and metal. However, both sound quality and ANC performance are less impressive than last year's WH-1000XM6.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Samsung's has produced the world's first 6K gaming monitor
Samsung's new displays include a 6K gaming monitor and a larger version of the MovingStyle.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Spotify is launching verification badges for podcasts to help listeners avoid AI slop
The platform recently did something similar for music.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Insta360's Mic Pro has three built-in mics and looks like a chunky pin badge
Insta360's latest mic hides in plain sight.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Google I/O 2026: Live updates across Gemini, Android, Search and more
Join our liveblog as the Engadget team brings you Google's news live from the developer conference.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Google I/O 2026: Live updates as the company announces new features for Gemini, AI, Search and more
Join our liveblog as the Engadget team brings you Google's news live from the developer conference.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Microsoft's new Surface Laptop for Business has a privacy screen and quirky haptics
The new laptops are geared towards corporate buyers, with a price to match.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Marshall's new on-ear headphones look like a guitar amp and feature ANC
Marshall's latest cans cost $229.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

Apple's new accessibility feature lets Vision Pro users control a wheelchair with their eyes
Apple is previewing new accessibility features including Apple Intelligence-powered updates like natural language voice input.

Engadget
May 19, 2026

LG's UltraGear is a native 1,000Hz Full HD gaming monitor
LG has unveiled a new gaming monitor that can achieve 1,000Hz at Full HD.

Engadget
May 18, 2026

Meta is reportedly 'reassigning' 7,000 employees to AI-focused roles
The company is transferring workers to four new organizations building AI tools and apps, according to NYT and Reuters.

Engadget
May 18, 2026

PSA: The first F1 race on Netflix is this weekend
Catch the F1 Canadian Grand Prix live on a service that isn't Apple.

Engadget
May 18, 2026

Disney faces a class action lawsuit over facial recognition tech
The complaint says park visitors don't get sufficient notice they're being scanned.

Engadget
May 18, 2026

X accounts are limited to 50 posts and 200 replies a day unless they pay for a blue checkmark
Free X accounts have been hit with major restrictions.

Engadget
May 18, 2026

Sony raises PS Plus prices for one- and three-month subscriptions
Sony is blaming PS Plus price increases on "ongoing market conditions."

Engadget
May 18, 2026

The jury in the OpenAI case has ruled against Elon Musk
The three week trial ended with less than two hours of deliberation.

Engadget
May 18, 2026

How to watch the Google I/O 2026 keynote
Google's keynote on Tuesday will include a boatload of AI news and perhaps some Android XR updates.

Engadget
May 18, 2026

Sony hit with a class action lawsuit for allegedly profiting from tariff-related price hikes
The case against Sony is similar to ones filed against Nintendo and Amazon.

Engadget
May 18, 2026

Elon Musk reportedly owes quite a few of his employees $420
xAI promised workers the money in exchange for tax information to train Grok.

Engadget
May 18, 2026

Volvo reveals $58,400 starting price for the EX60
Volvo's upcoming mainstream EV SUV is available to order now.

Engadget
May 18, 2026

Google's much-improved app icons are rolling out now
The old icons that debuted five years ago had very little to visually differentiate them.

Engadget
May 18, 2026

Marvel's retro-inspired beat-em-up is getting two more playable superheroes
Cyclops and The Thing are now playable in Marvel Cosmic Invasion.

Engadget
May 18, 2026

LinkedIn doesn't want your AI slop anymore
It isn't just lazy. It's also mind-numbingly boring.

Engadget
May 18, 2026

Steelseries Arctis Nova Elite review: Ultra high-end gaming headsets are here
$600 is a lot of money for a gaming headset, but if you edit audio and video, the Arctis Nova Elite might be the only pair you need.

Engadget
May 18, 2026

Sony's luxury 10th anniversary 'ColleXion' headphones shown in leak
They feature extra padding, polished metal accents and 'studio-grade' sound quality.

Engadget
May 18, 2026

Microsoft ditches Teams feature that put attendees into the same virtual room
Microsoft said 'Together' mode added too much 'implementation complexity' and will steer users toward the Teams' gallery view instead.

Engadget
May 17, 2026

Fortnite players get a 10-minute sneak peek of The Mandalorian and Grogu on May 19
The movie officially hits theaters May 22.

Engadget
May 17, 2026

Amazon is facing a class action lawsuit for not refunding its customers after 'unlawful' tariffs
The lawsuit claims that Amazon owes 'hundreds of millions' in refunds to its users.

Engadget
May 17, 2026

Terraria developer confirms cross-play is coming and teases 15th anniversary collector's items
The game has sold 70 million copies over its 15-year run, Re-Logic said.

Engadget
May 17, 2026

1047 Games' spiritual successor to Titanfall will reportedly be called Empulse
The rumored movement shooter is still in pre-alpha and without a release date.

Engadget
May 17, 2026

Apple's new Siri app will reportedly offer auto-deleting chat options
Users can choose between keeping conversations for 30 days, one year or forever, according to Bloomberg.

Engadget
May 17, 2026

This new Mac app locks the keyboard to prevent chaos when your cat tramples all over it
It's called Cats Lock, and it's kind of genius.

Engadget
May 16, 2026

What to read this weekend: Celestial Lights and If Destruction Be Our Lot
Here's what we read (and liked) this week.

Engadget
May 16, 2026

SpaceX is reportedly getting ready to go public as early as June
Reuters reported that SpaceX could make the initial announcement by next Wednesday.

Engadget
May 16, 2026

Analogue 3D's latest update lets you save whenever you want
No more frustrating deaths in between save points.

Engadget
May 16, 2026

Engadget review recap: Razr Fold, Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker, Ultrahuman Ring Pro and more
A roundup of recent reviews published by Engadget.

Engadget
May 16, 2026

OpenAI is offering ChatGPT Plus to citizens of Malta for a year
Residents will have to go through a course on artificial intelligence before activating the subscription.

Engadget
May 16, 2026

Perseverance checks in from Mars with a selfie, the mounting pollution from satellite launches, and more science stories
This week's science news.

Engadget
May 16, 2026

NASA's Psyche spacecraft just got an assist from Mars on the way to its asteroid namesake
Its target asteroid could give us insight on how Earth's core came to be.

Engadget
May 16, 2026

Fresh horror from Supermassive, a Battlestar Galactica roguelite and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, a game with a perfect Tamagotchi pun for a name.

Engadget
May 16, 2026

Microsoft lets Insiders choose their Windows 11 Start menu size
The company is also testing the ability to reposition the Windows 11 taskbar.

Engadget
May 16, 2026

YouTube's AI deepfake detection tool is now available to all creators 18 and older
Even new creators can sign up for access.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

Snap and YouTube have reportedly settled another major social media addiction lawsuit
The companies are facing numerous other legal challenges.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

New crash data highlights the slow progress of Tesla's robotaxis
Two crashes since July 2025 involved robotaxis being driven by remote operators.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

California lawmakers are working on a bill to preserve access to online games
Game preservation group Stop Killing Games advised on the bill.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

Summer Games Done Quick returns this July, schedule out now
Who's up for a Jak & Daxter / Half-Life hybrid?

Engadget
May 15, 2026

Marathon's future includes duo queues, more PvE modes and better onboarding
Bungie details how it plans to grow its extraction shooter.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

The cute VR platformer Moss and its sequel are heading to consoles
A bundle of both games, along with some DLC, arrives this summer.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

ChatGPT will offer personalized financial advice (if you connect your bank account)
ChatGPT's new Plaid integration allows it pull information from more than 12,000 financial institutions.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

The Nest app is down for many users
The official Nest status page claims everything is running smoothly.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

Lego 2K Drive will vanish from digital storefronts on May 19
The racing game's multiplayer servers will remain live for another year.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

X, a bastion for hate, claims it will reduce hate content in the UK
Ofcom says X has committed to reviewing reported posts more quickly.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

Engadget Podcast: Who needs Googlebooks?
We also dive into all the new features in Android 17.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

The UK's tax authority is turning to AI to help identify fraud
Human staff members will still check the AI's findings.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker review: Versatile home audio that comes with caveats
Perhaps Bose's latest speaker is better as part of a larger system.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

The Morning After: Google teases the Android-based Googlebook
And Google I/O isn't until next week.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

Security researchers, aided by Anthropic's Mythos, claim to have breached macOS
Apple is taking the claims seriously.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

Apple reportedly testing Intel's 18A-P process to make iPhone and Mac chips
The initial run will focus on older Apple Silicon systems.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

The ROG Xreal R1 AR gaming glasses are now available to pre-order for $849
They offer a 240Hz refresh rate and a bundled connectivity dock.

Engadget
May 15, 2026

xAI introduces its coding agent called Grok Build
It's in early beta and only available to SuperGrok Heavy subscribers right now.

Engadget
May 14, 2026

Xbox Elite Controller 3 leaked by Brazilian regulator
It's a tough day to work at Microsoft PR.

Engadget
May 14, 2026

The original Doom soundtrack is officially in the Library of Congress
Other new inductees include Beyonce's 'Single Ladies' and Taylor Swift's '1989.'

Engadget
May 14, 2026

Razer updates the Blade 18 with new chips, a specced-out model costs $7,000
The 2026 model adds the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor.

Engadget
May 14, 2026

Meta is bringing third-party apps and games to its display glasses
The $800 smart glasses could soon be a lot more useful.

Engadget
May 14, 2026

Amazon hurled its Lord of the Rings MMO back into the fires of Mount Doom
It's still making a new game set in Middle-earth, though.

Engadget
May 14, 2026

OpenAI brings its Codex coding app to mobile
The integration allows you to keep tabs on your coding projects on the go.

Engadget
May 14, 2026

Netflix wants to use generative AI to make animated shorts
Sigh.

Engadget
May 14, 2026

The VW ID.Buzz is returning for model year 2027 with a new trim for camping
The Tourer model features a fold-out mattress, removable window binds and more.

Engadget
May 14, 2026

The HDMI ARC port on your TV has a very specific job
The distinction between various flavors of HDMI can get a bit technical.

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