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Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

Sam Altman says OpenAI won't file for IPO this year
OpenAI's CEO called it an "ill-advised moment to go public" in an interview with Fortune.

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

How to adjust the Liquid Glass effect on your iPhone with iOS 27
If you've never been satisfied with Liquid Glass on your Phone, then you'll probably like some of the new customization options Apple offers in iOS 27.

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

Tesla's second-gen Roadster is finally getting a debut nearly a decade later
The reveal is scheduled for October 10, so long as it's not delayed again.

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

What's the difference between AppleCare and AppleCare One?
Should you get AppleCare or AppleCare One? We explain the difference in this post.

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

Apple's rumored gaming controller for iPhone could feature Beats branding
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said there are two gaming controllers in the works.

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

Stop wasting your Wi-Fi router's USB port — try this instead
If you have a USB port on the back of your router and don't know what to do with it, try some of these straightforward options.

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

Car manufacturers are ditching CarPlay in 2026: Here's why
CarPlay lets you bypass your car's lousy infotainment system, but some manufacturers have decided they don't want you doing that anymore.

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

These useful accessories help extend your HDMI setup on a budget
HDMI cables can only transmit a signal so far, but these accessories can extend that when you need something more.

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

What was the PSX? The souped-up PS2 rarely sold outside of Japan
The PSX isn't just an alternative name for the first PlayStation. It was also a failed Sony console that never got a release outside Japan.

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

If your laptop trackpad is popping out, stop using it immediately
Your trackpad probably covers a part of your laptop that can become a fire hazard in a hurry, so if your trackpad is shifting, it needs immediate attention.

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

Are Apple's wired EarPods still worth buying?
Wired earbuds like EarPods might seem like a relic of the past, but they still have their place (and come at a great price).

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

Here's what you can use instead of a docking station
If you only need ports for a few low-power peripherals or a single external monitor, you may not need a docking station at all.

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

How to set up HDMI-CEC on your Samsung TV
HDMI-CEC, or Anynet on Samsung TVs, lets you control all your devices with fewer remotes and button presses. It's well worth setting up properly.

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

Never use harsh cleaning products to clean your smartphone — do this instead
Your phone is a magnet for germs, but there are gentle ways to clean it.

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

How to get your cut of PlayStation's $7.85 million settlement
Sony should soon be issuing payments for a class-action lawsuit, but your cut will likely be quite small.

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

External HDD vs. SSD: What are the pros and cons of each drive type?
External SSDs are faster than HDDs, but if you need cost-effective backups or larger capacities, a hard drive may be a better choice for you.

Engadget
Sep 13, 2026

Why your Roku keeps randomly turning off (and how to fix it)
A Roku is usually a straightforward device, but they can run into power problems. This is what to check if yours powers off all the time.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

Why do routers have so many antennas?
It seems like routers keep growing more antennas each year. Is this a marketing gimmick, or is there a good reason?

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

What is the difference between a dead pixel and a stuck pixel?
These issues may appear similar, but there's an easy way to tell them apart.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

Is there any benefit to restarting your gaming handheld regularly?
Your Steam Deck, Switch or Ally may benefit from occasional restarts. Here's why you should consider it.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

One problem with Android Auto can be fixed with a simple update
If you've already tried updating your phone, the car's software might be the issue.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

What's the difference between your iPhone's Do Not Disturb and Focus modes?
Your iPhone's Focus modes, including Do Not Disturb, are a great way to reduce interruptions. But what's the difference in how they work?

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

How to change Amazon Alexa's voice and personality
You have several new options for Alexa's voice and personality. Here's how to find and change those settings.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

Blizzard is reviving StarCraft as an open-world shooter, but it'll be a long wait
Announced at BlizzCon 2026, the new StarCraft won't be here until spring 2030.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

Why is the internet so upset about NVIDIA's DLSS 5?
NVIDIA calls DLSS 5 the biggest graphics breakthrough since ray tracing; critics call it an AI slop filter.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

OpenAI agents hacked a software service before the Hugging Face incident
The agents OpenAI was testing attacked a software service called RubyGems in May, months before the attacks on Hugging Face.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

Diablo V is coming out in spring 2029
Blizzard also confirmed that a Diablo animated series is in development with Netflix.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

How to add your driver's license to Apple Wallet and where you can use it
Your Apple Wallet can hold more than cards; those in certain states can also store a digital copy of their driver's license.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

LG denies accusations of smart TVs continuously recording its users
The company said that user privacy is a "fundamental principle" of its products.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

The benefits of leaving your VPN on all the time
Using a VPN has plenty of benefits, but should you have yours enabled all the time? Think carefully about what yours is doing to decide.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

How Much Solar Power Do You Actually Need For An RV?
The power of the sun can keep your RV running, but before you get too comfortable with solar panels, you need to calculate how much power they need to generate.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

Anthropic's CEO proposes a three-step plan to curb AI development
Dario Amodei said that "we owe it to humanity to try."

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

How to share your iPhone's location for just as long as you need
For some time, Find My sharing was limited to an hour, a day, or indefinitely. That's changing in iOS 27, thanks to more flexible timelines.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

Is a free VPN worth using? Here's why it could be risky
A free VPN might seem like a great deal, but they're not all created equal. While you can expect some compromises, you shouldn't use any old service.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

How to know it's time to replace your EV battery
EV batteries usually fade gradually, so the real warning signs are often changes in behavior rather than age alone.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

Are you using the right Ethernet port on your router? Here's how to know
The various Ethernet ports on your router can serve different purposes, depending on the model. Thankfully, it's not hard to discern what they're for.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

How to properly clean and sanitize your secondhand tech finds
Cleaning secondhand gadgets is essential, since you never know how dirty something is. Thankfully, it's not hard to polish them up before reuse.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

How to get started with Meta's new AI agent, Muse
After a few days of testing Meta's AI agent Muse. I can confirm that there is very little learning curve to get started.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

How Google Maps knows when a business is packed
Instead of relying on intuition or sheer luck to find local venues and restaurants capable of hosting you, Google Maps can take away the guesswork.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

Is a 256GB SSD better than a 1TB hard drive? It depends how you're using it
Should you choose a smaller SSD for speed or a larger HDD for storage space? The answer depends on what you prioritize.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

Get the best battery life for your Windows laptop by changing these settings
Windows laptops aren't known for having excellent battery life, but a lot of that is because of unoptimized settings. Change these for big improvements.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

Engadget review recap: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon, Insta360 Luna Pro and more
A roundup of recent reviews from Engadget.

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

GameCube vs PS2: Which retro console is more powerful?
The GameCube and PS2 had different strengths in their exclusive libraries and extra features, but which one had more horsepower for rendering games?

Engadget
Sep 12, 2026

Wardogs, Valheim 1.0 and other new indie games worth checking out
Our weekly indie games roundup includes a double deckbuilder, capybara puzzles and an undead William Wallace.

Engadget
Sep 11, 2026

Moss developer Polyarc has closed
The studio produced some early hits for the PSVR and Oculus Quest.

Engadget
Sep 11, 2026

Lenovo's Googlebook 15 seems decidedly premium based on a new leak
The Lenovo Googlebook 15 will reportedly have a high-resolution, high-refresh rate display and an Intel Core Ultra 5 chip.

Engadget
Sep 11, 2026

iPhone 18 Pro vs Pixel 11 Pro: How Apple and Google's flagships stack up
Google and Apple's latest flagships feature more AI, better cameras and few reasons to switch ecosystems.

Engadget
Sep 11, 2026

Roblox will soon add offline and browser-based play modes
Roblox has revealed that players will be able to play in-browser and offline in the near future.

Engadget
Sep 11, 2026

New images show a detailed view of Meta's upcoming mixed reality headset
The device known as Project Phoenix is a new form factor for Meta.

Engadget
Sep 11, 2026

Where should Apple go after the iPhone Duo? Bring on smaller and larger foldables
Come on Apple, just keep following in the footsteps of Samsung, ASUS and so many other foldable makers.

Engadget
Sep 11, 2026

Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd gen) review: Upgraded in all the right places
Ultra-level features and a few design tweaks highlight the updates on the second-gen QuietComfort Headphones.

Engadget
Sep 11, 2026

Packard Bell is back, but there's a catch
If the name Packard Bell sends you back to beige desktop towers, chunky CRT monitors, floppy disks and dial-up modem screeches, Acer has a surprise for you.

Engadget
Sep 11, 2026

Apple's iPhone Handoff feature will cost you $5 a month on T-Mobile
Apple will release iPhone Handoff with iOS 27 this month, but it will only be available to T-Mobile subscribers in the US at launch.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: How these XL phones compete
Apple or Samsung? It really comes down to which ecosystem you prefer.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

CA governor signs 'landmark' laws on youth use of social media and AI chatbots
They're aimed at protecting minors, but the rules are not universally supported.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

Anthropic caught scientists using Claude to further biological weapon research
Anthropic produced an extensive collection of case studies covering the ways its current AI models have been misused.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

Meta is testing Community Notes in Latin America. Fact checkers are worried.
The company is suggesting that its work with traditional fact checkers could come to an end.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

Don't buy the 'regular' AirPods 5
The first time you need to adjust volume, you'll wish you'd spent that extra $20.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

IDScan is offering free credit monitoring and ID protection after leaking driver's licenses
The platform was linked to an FBI investigation into a dark web marketplace last week.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

A native Gemini app is finally available for Windows PCs
There's a keyboard shortcut to open it up, just like the Mac version.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

How to watch the Flame Fatales 2026 speedrunning marathon
The fundraiser for Malala Fund runs September 13-19.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

The latest Avatar: Seven Havens trailer gives us a deeper dive into the characters and story
It's also pretty easy on the eyes.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

Universal Music Group is collaborating with ElevenLabs on a new AI-powered creation platform
The unnamed software will be built around licensed music from UMG artists who want to participate.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

Yoto just announced two new audio devices for kids
Some upgrades make these more capable and easier to use for small hands.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

Nintendo's latest sale is 'made possible' by the tariff refunds it's hoarding
Another way to appreciate customers might be returning their money.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

Instagram now lets you add tagged photos to your profile grid
Instagram now lets you bring tagged photos to your main profile feed, and here's how to do it.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

The iPhone Duo just might live up to the hype
Despite all the build-up and all the scrutiny, Apple's first foldable phone looks solid.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

You can now plan IRL events on Snapchat
Snapchat Plans lets you organize IRL gatherings, though it's missing one seemingly obvious detail.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

Insta360 Luna Pro review: Your Instagram Reels are about to get an upgrade
There's now a direct rival to the Osmo Pocket 4 you can easily buy in the US.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

Apple Watch Series 12 hands-on: New sensing system, health features and audio intelligence
There was a lot more new stuff than expected.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

iOS 27 brings GymKit to iPhone and AirPods, but what does it actually do?
GymKit is a great idea that has never been fully realized. Now, it doesn't require an Apple Watch to take advantage of.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

NASA and IBM made an AI model for exploring the Moon
NASA and IBM's latest collaboration is an AI model of the moon made for the Artemis era.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

Trump Mobile's T1 Phone now costs $250 more
Trump Mobile's T1 Phone, which an iFixit teardown revealed to be pretty much identical to an HTC handset, got a $250 price hike.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

Nintendo's Switch 2 will now sync its refresh rate to your TV for smoother motion
Nintendo has finally delivered Switch 2 docked variable refresh rate support for TV gaming.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

AppleCare One now has a $50 tier per month for families
AppleCareOne Family insurance will cover all eligible devices for up to six members.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

Xbox swoops in to publish Hideo Kojima's 'Physint' after Sony dropped out
Kojima and Xbox are teaming up after Sony pulled out of 'Physint.'

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

2028 Volvo XC40 First Look: Hello new tech, goodbye EV
Volvo refreshed the XC40, but it's sadly doing away with the all-electric EX40 in the US.

Engadget
Sep 10, 2026

Google has removed the Pixel Tablet from its store
Google has erased the listing for the Pixel Tablet from its e-commerce store, signaling that the device has been discontinued.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Apple Wallet is not the same as Apple Pay: Here's how they differ
Apple Wallet and Apple Pay serve different functions, but you need them both to make online payments and store your cards.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Muse, the band, lost its social media handles to Muse, Meta's new AI agent
The exact circumstances surrounding the changes aren't clear, but Meta execs have accidentally tagged the band instead of their AI agent.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Engadget Podcast: Diving into the iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro and Apple's new hardware
We finally have an Apple foldable, and it looks pretty damn compelling.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Playdate Season 3 kicks off on October 8
Get a good look at Gloom Gate, Houm and Soggy Froggy from Playdate season three.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

iPhone Duo hands-on: Apple's most exciting device in a decade
The iPhone Duo makes a great first impression, I just wish it had three cameras in back.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Motorola teases new compact foldable Razr
Right on cue, Motorola has teased a wide new foldable to compete with the Galaxy Fold 8 and iPhone Duo.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Google AI Mode can hold your hand through fantasy football season
With football season just hours away, Google has turned its AI into a fantasy football coach.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Blizzard employees have ratified their first union contracts
The Communications Workers of America represents about 1,900 workers at the game company.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

iPhone Duo vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: here's how they stack up
Apple's first foldable competes well with the Z Fold 8, at least in terms of specs.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Apple increases older iPhone prices by $100
I am fine, I am fine, I am fine, I am fine, I just need...

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro camera innovations went well beyond megapixels and AI
While the iPhone Duo might make headlines, variable aperture and more control is more important to me than a foldable iPhone.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Apple Watch's new Audio Intelligence enables a real-life conversation rewind
Apple says it's taking privacy concerns seriously with its new spyware feature for Watch Series 12.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Microsoft strikes deal with national teachers union to not use school data to train AI
In the absence of federal protections from AI, unions are stepping up.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

iPhone 18 Pro hands-on: Variable aperture and stunning new colors
It doesn't fold, but it probably is the one most people will buy.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

The iPhone Duo lacks variable aperture and a dedicated telephoto camera
The hot new iPhone feature is somehow absent from the hot new iPhone.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

iPhone Duo's interface is iPad-like, with some extra tricks
Using multiple apps at once? You bet.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Apple Watch Ultra 4 comes with better battery and upgraded health tracking
The Watch Ultra 4 isn't a major redesign, but does come with some notable improvements.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Apple Watch Series 12 will listen to your conversations
The Watch Series 12 delivers a host of upgrades and even comes in a ceramic body.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Apple announces the iPhone Duo, the company's first foldable phone
After years of rumors, we've entered a new era of the iPhone.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Apple modestly upgrades the AirPods 5 with better noise cancellation
So far, no sign of the camera-laden AirPods.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

iOS 27 with Siri AI will be available on September 14
It's almost time for Siri AI.

Engadget
Sep 09, 2026

Siri AI will be available in French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish this October
The company has been testing English so far and will roll that out to the general public soon.

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