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iOS 27.2 Beta Previews New Apple Intelligence Health App
The first beta of iOS 27.2 includes Apple's redesigned Health app, giving developers a chance to try out the features ahead of launch later this year. Apple's…
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Apple might make servers again to cash in on the AI rush
According to The Information, Apple is planning to get back into the server game and might just pair up with NVIDIA to make it happen. Apple retired its Xserve…
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Apple Seeds First macOS Golden Gate 27.2 Beta to Developers
Apple is testing the next macOS Golden Gate update, and developers can download the ‌macOS Golden Gate‌ 27.2 beta as of today. The beta comes just tw…
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Apple Releases First iOS 27.2 Beta
Apple today seeded the first beta of an upcoming iOS 27.2 update to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming just two days after the iOS 27 laun…
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Apple Releases First watchOS 27.2, tvOS 27.2 and visionOS 27.2 Betas
Alongside new betas of iOS 27.2, iPadOS 27.2, and macOS Golden Gate 27.2, Apple has released the first betas of watchOS 27.2, tvOS 27.2, and visionOS 27.2. The…
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iOS 27 to Offer New Way to Redeem Apple Gift Cards
Last week, our team discovered code in the iOS 27 Release Candidate that revealed there will be a new NFC-based way to redeem Apple gift cards by tapping them…
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Your ‘health age’ is fake
This is Optimizer, a weekly newsletter sent from Verge senior reviewer Victoria Song that dissects and discusses the latest gizmos and potions that swear they'…
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Google will now let any AI agent run your smart home
Google is opening up its smart home to AI agents, letting tools like Claude and Open Claw access and control your connected devices and analyze your home's dat…
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Claude comes for Gemini with its own take on Docs and Slides
Claude is getting a pair of new tools today: Docs and Slides. They'll let you create documents and presentations through Claude chats, which you can export, ed…
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Apple Memory Supplier Explores U.S. Manufacturing With Intel
Apple memory supplier SK Hynix is in exploratory talks with Intel about manufacturing memory chips in the United States for the first time, according to Reuter…
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The sexy AI-powered dating app scams are here
Security researcher Matthew "Zigula" Gore-Kormanik was analyzing a fraudulent dating app called Dora when he got a pop-up message saying he was receiving a cal…
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Xreal’s well-rounded 1S glasses are back down to their lowest price
USB-C-connected video glasses are a lot of fun if you want to see your games, movies (or just your computer screen) on a large, immersive virtual screen. One o…
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iOS 27: Use Visual Intelligence in the Camera App
In iOS 27, available now, Apple has made some changes and additions to the iPhone's stock Camera app, including the addition of a new Siri mode. Available in a…
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One UI 9 is finally rolling out to Galaxy S26 phones
Samsung is finally rolling out its polished, AI-packed One UI 9 update to the Galaxy S26 series worldwide, bringing smart camera tools, proactive security, and…
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Apple May Return to Server Market With Nvidia Technology
Apple is considering offering an AI server built around "M8" series chips and has discussed incorporating Nvidia networking hardware, The Information reports.…
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A brief history of AI executives calling for regulation
Over the past few days, a lot of people who stand to make a lot of money from AI all publicly agreed that it's time to make everyone slow down before we lose c…
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Nintendo opens up Fire Emblem with the gigantic Fortune’s Weave
Nintendo has gotten quite good at making open-ended games. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild upended the idea of what a Zelda game could be by giving the…
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The iPhone 18 Pro’s big camera update is all about the small gains
Last week, Apple announced an iPhone unlike any it has made in the past. An iPhone that has seemingly already led several other phone manufacturers to pursue e…
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Google Photos could soon be built much deeper into Samsung Gallery
Samsung is replacing OneDrive with something that makes more sense.
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Reminder: macOS 27 Ends Time Machine Backups to Time Capsule
If you're upgrading to macOS Golden Gate and you have an AirPort Time Capsule, Time Machine won't be able to back up to it. macOS 27 removes support for AFP, t…
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Forget Sony and Bose — Jabra's Evolve3 85 is my new meeting headset
Jabra's Evolve3 85 is a work headset that has no equal. With a lighter design than the Bose QC Ultra Gen 2 and Sony WH-1000XM6, it is extremely comfortable, an…
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EU's Kids Act to Ban Social Media for Under-13s, Curb Chatbot Access
The EU will ban children under 13 from using social media platforms, some gaming platforms, and AI chatbots without parental supervision. The ban is set to be…
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Meta is reportedly ready to launch less pervy smart glasses
Meta may be ready to reveal a new pair of smart glasses with no camera at all, amid a PR crisis for the company caused by the video recording capabilities of i…
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Apple Details How Reference Image Proves a Photo is Real
The iPhone 18 Pro models support Apple Reference Image, a way to verify that a photo was taken with an iPhone and hasn't been edited. Apple says it's a method…
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What the iPhone Duo's Camera Can and Can't Do
To take advantage of the iPhone Duo 's dual-display design, Apple is introducing new Camera app features that are unique to the foldable iPhone. Smart Take Sma…
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Apple's Last Intel 21.5-Inch iMac is Now Vintage
Apple today added the 2019 4K iMac to its list of vintage products , which means repairs can only be done if Apple has the parts available. Products are added…
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This is everything the Meta One subscriptions will offer, and for how much, too
Meta One subscription plans are here for the everyday user, the AI power user, and creators/businesses. Plan availability is rolling out now.
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Google’s September Pixel Drop upgrades VIP contacts, scam detection, and Pixel Watch
Google's September Pixel Drop brings one-tap VIP contacts, wider scam detection, new Pixel Watch gestures, and Harry Potter audiobook packs.
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Get ready: the Xiaomi 18 Pro is coming with an even more magical rear display
Xiaomi's last phones broke records, thanks to the rear display. Official teasers for the 18 Pro series show its return and say it's better than before.
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BMX's GaNsta 140W may just be the 4-port GaN travel charger you need
BMX is a new entrant in the charging space, and the GaNsta 140W has a lot to like.
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A mysterious Google Wear OS fitness tracker just appeared at the FCC
Google's wearable lineup might be getting a surprising new addition.
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OPPO just confirmed a major Find X10 Pro Max detail, and I'm excited
OPPO's Find X10 Pro Max is launching globally, and it will be powered by MediaTek's brand-new 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro.
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Steam Frame costs $1,059, but Android games could give it an edge
Valve’s wireless $1,059 Steam Frame headset packs serious power and Android support, but you’ll need to join a waitlist to get one.
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MediaTek's first 2nm flagship chip is here — meet the new Dimensity 9600 Pro
MediaTek's first 2nm flagship chip is officially here.
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Meta’s Phoenix mixed reality headset is finally starting to look real
Meta accidentally leaked its Project Phoenix headset, featuring a ultra-light glasses design, tethered compute puck, and controller-free tracking.
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I used Huawei's Watch GT 7 Pro, and it beats Samsung and Google in this key area
With the Watch GT 7 Pro, Huawei has once again shown that it can deliver a full-fledged smartwatch that lasts a week between charges. With a titanium chassis a…
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Googlebook pre-orders finally have a date: Here's when you can buy one
Googlebooks are finally coming, and pre-orders start next week.
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Certified Re-Newed: refurbished Galaxy S26 series arrives to try and help you save
Samsung opens its Certified Re-Newed program to the Galaxy S26 series. Buyers can snag these refurbished phones for under "flagship-quality" prices.
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TriFold sequel? 'Galaxy Z TriFold 2' rumors surge, and another device could join it
Rumors boldly claim Samsung is looking at a Galaxy Z TriFold 2 for next year, and it has us thinking about the "limited release" that was the O.G. TriFold.
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More expensive Galaxy S26 phones might be on the way, but not for everyone
Higher costs for the Galaxy S26 series? That's possible, as overseas rumors suggest an increase; however, this concerns only one market (for now).
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Google's best smartwatch just crashed to a record low price — but is the 'fantastic' Pixel Watch 4 still a smart buy?
The Google Pixel Watch 4 remains one of our favorite smartwatches, and it just dropped to its lowest price ever recorded at Amazon.
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LG denies secretly recording users as TV privacy concerns grow
LG wants you to know its TVs aren't eavesdropping on your living room, but the fine print on voice and ACR features is worth a look.
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iQOO 16 display leaks were true: Samsung's 2K 165Hz panel is official
iQOO and Samsung just teamed up to give the upcoming iQOO 16 a world-first M16 OLED display that's wildly bright, hyper-responsive for gaming, and surprisingly…
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This keyboard app brings Pixel 11's best feature to all Android phones
SwiftKey just brought a great Pixel 11 trick everywhere.
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Don't expect a major telephoto overhaul for the Galaxy S27 Ultra just yet
Samsung might not be giving the Galaxy S27 Ultra a massive telephoto upgrade after all.
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This one feature convinced me to use the Pixel 11
Once you use Magic Capture, you won't go back to a phone without it.
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I changed one setting on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and got better battery life
Samsung introduced performance profiles in One UI a while ago. You get Standard as default, but there's a Light mode that makes a difference.
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Apple iPhone Duo vs. Xiaomi 18 Fold: Software matters
The iPhone Duo and Xiaomi 18 Fold are two of the most exciting foldables around. Which should you buy, though? Let's take a look.