Hardware & Devices
Is IMAX 3D a better experience than 2D? Here's what to know
While IMAX 3D may sound bigger and better, there are a handful of distinct advantages and disadvantages to both movie-viewing experiences.
Vic Mensa can’t live without the Voice Memos app
Vic Mensa is one of those people who has done so many things that it's hard to remember where you were first introduced to him. Was it his debut mixtape Innanetape, which finally …
Best Buy is bundling a $100 gift card with touchscreen MacBook Pro preorders
While the new touch-enabled MacBook Pro with the PROLED XDR screen is available for preorder across a few major retailers, Best Buy is sweetening the deal by including a $100 gift…
Why SNES games are so expensive
Scarcity and increased interest in retro games makes for an expensive combo.
5 Samsung One UI features you won't get with other Android phones
Samsung doesn't just make great phone and tablet hardware; its One UI is also a standout, offering many features you just can't get elsewhere.
What is a PDF reader and do you really need a dedicated one on your phone?
If you don't know what a PDF reader for your phone is, this is the time to learn about it all. You may be in need of one to make your life easier.
Microsoft really wants you to sell that Xbox you're not using
Microsoft wants owners to trade in their unused Xbox Series X and S consoles. Here's what's behind the push, and what to know before you take the deal.
CDs are back, but they come with a modern problem
With CD sales on the rise again, collectors are finding that enjoying their favorite tunes is more challenging than ever in the modern audio landscape.
Here's how much the iPhone Pro cost in 2019 vs. 2026
The iPhone Pro has changed plenty since it was released in 2019, but how do the 2026 iPhone Pro prices fare in comparison with its original price?
Why you should never point a laser pointer at any aircraft
Unfortunately, some people need to hear this.
Why your games take up way more drive space than expected (even when uninstalled)
Even after uninstalling a game, there are often remnants of data left in your storage. Some you may want to leave, and some you should delete manually.
How to improve audio quality on your Android phone with Bluetooth or wired headphones
Maximizing your listening experience on Android can get very complicated, but we'll guide you through settings and headphone choices to get you there.
The pros and cons of using an all-in-one desktop computer
All-in-one (AIO) computers are more compact and easier to use than desktop setups, but they also trade simplicity for flexibility when it's time to upgrade.
What happens when AI starts self-replicating?
Anthropic warns that future is soon, but the threat is less novel than it seems.
This Microsoft 365 Family plan cloud storage change may leave you frustrated
Your Microsoft 365 Family plan will transition to a new (smaller) shared storage model when you renew it.
Here’s why you can’t shake those unhinged political texts
"Its James Talarico. Can you please please please please pretty pretty please rush in even just $1?" "Who's working to elect James Talarico? Marxists." "Wow! Wow! Wow! Mark Kelly …
Touchscreens everywhere!
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 150, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, happy Halloween, and also you can read all the o…
Google joins OpenAI and Anthropic in promising new scraping controls
Google, OpenAI, Anthropic and Microsoft pledge to support a new common signal for robots.txt that blocks scraping for AI training.
Apple Intelligence is finally coming to China with iOS 27.3
Apple will launch Apple Intelligence in China with iOS 27.3, the company announced on its Chinese newsroom website, as reported by MacRumors. The Apple Intelligence features will …
Exclusive details about Akai’s MPC Sample Key
Akai teased its new MPC Sample Key on Instagram earlier this week, and said it plans to open-source its software so the modding community can hack it to their hearts' delight. Whi…
Sam Altman says it’s better for RAM to be in a data center than on your desk
Asked about supply chain shortages, like the ongoing RAM shortage, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said in an interview that it's "terrible" to have RAM in personal PCs instead of data cent…
The biggest names in AI are backing a new way to opt out of scraping
OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, and Anthropic say they will adopt a new standard that publishers can use to opt out of being scraped by AI, as reported earlier by Search Engine Roundta…
Meta settles another social media addiction case just before trial
Snap is now the only defendant in the case.
Bluesky now has a dedicated 'moderation inbox'
The beta feature makes it easier to stay on top of reports and account strikes.