Hardware & Devices
Amazon wants to help the Colorado River, but we still don’t know how much water the company uses
Amazon plans to spend $20 million on water conservation projects along the Colorado River, a crucial but dwindling water supply for 40 million people in the Western US. The initia…
How to turn your old Windows PC into a Chromebook for free
Don't count your old Windows laptop out yet. Installing ChromeOS Flex is a great option to keep it usable, even if it's not as fast as it once was.
Wired vs. wireless keyboards: Is there really a difference in performance?
Wireless keyboards introduce convenience and portability, but they can't quite keep up with wired keyboards in some cases.
How to turn off your Google location history
Google Maps' Timeline feature is great for looking back at your past travels, but it's also discomforting to see all that history in one place.
Bungie leaders now say the studio's 'not done with Destiny'
It also promised players that Marathon will keep growing and improving.
California tightens rules on AI data center energy and water use
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed seven bills designed to prevent AI data centers from passing utility costs onto residents, as reported earlier by the Los Angeles Times. Th…
Does your iPhone's Safari browser privacy features actually make you safer?
Safari on iPhone is more private than many other browsers by default, but it can't keep your information safe from everything.
The EU will force data centers to disclose their energy and water use
The EU has proposed a sustainability labeling system ahead of bringing in minimum data center performance standards.
X now tells users when local laws have reduced their posts' visibility
The latest addition to X's Under the Hood feature could stave off claims around shadowbanning.
Here's why Apple's Mac Studio has become so expensive
A big part of the story is soaring memory and storage prices, but other factors come into play as well.
Paramount settles US states' antitrust lawsuit, clearing the way for its Warner Bros. acquisition
The mega-merger of the year will apparently go forward.
How the iPhone Duo's software is different from a standard iPhone
The iPhone Duo makes some big changes to iOS to account for the foldable design. It affects the camera, multitasking and more.
GM can’t ‘bring back’ Apple CarPlay because it never left
Last week, GM announced a new software experience for its upcoming Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks, including a new look for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, the popular phon…
Paramount settles lawsuit blocking $110 billion Warner Bros. merger
Paramount has reached a settlement with California and the 11 other states that sued to block its planned $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. The settlement remove…
If you don't like using Siri, this iOS 27 feature may change your mind
Siri has long been known for its stagnation, but that changes with iOS 27 and accompanying releases. Siri has undergone major improvements.
Tesla will soon roll out FSD Supervised in the Czech Republic
Its foothold in the EU may be growing, but larger countries are still wary of the self-driving tech.
Engadget Indie Pitch: Dressmaker
The viral indie game Dressmaker hits Steam today, so here's a juicy QA with the dev team at Cozy Lives.
Bungie says it’s ‘not done with Destiny’ and will bring back vaulted content
Months after seemingly giving up on Destiny 2, Bungie now says it's planning to restore vaulted content in the game like campaigns, destinations, and raids. The decision reverses …
Google Vs Samsung: What features set their digital wallets apart?
Google and Samsung's digital wallets are solid options for storing cards, passes, tickets and IDs on Android devices, but there are some subtle differences.
Why is there a waitlist for Siri AI in iOS 27?
Siri AI brings a lot of improvements, but you might not be able to use it for a while, even with iOS 27 and a compatible device.
How Nintendo's Game & Watch was inspired by a calculator and boredom
The Game & Watch line was one of Nintendo's most successful early game projects, and the man behind it was inspired from an unlikely source.
Grab an Xbox controller and a $50 Xbox gift card together for just $80
Newegg is hosting a bundle that includes Microsoft’s wireless Xbox controller (in black) and a $50 digital Xbox gift card together for $80. Given that this model typically sits ar…
How to choose the right USB to USB-C adapter
Getting an adapter can open up a world of connectivity and charging options, but specs and brand matter quite a lot. Here's what to look for.
Google fined $463 million for breaching EU location data rules
Hardly the first time it's run afoul of EU regulations.