Hardware & Devices
Kobo will soon let you upload and sync your own ebooks across devices, for a price
Kobo is launching a new monthly subscription service called Stack that lets you upload your own ebooks and documents to the company's servers where they'll be synced across multip…
The iPhone Duo has more than 100,000 optimized apps, Apple says
Apple's iPhone Duo has been officially on sale for two weeks, and the company said today that the App Store now has over 100,000 apps that are built for the foldable. "It's been w…
Fox wraps up its $22 billion Roku deal
No Hannity on your home screen, at least for now.
The EU accuses TikTok's 'rabbit hole' algorithm of breaching its content rules
The bloc said the platform needs to change how the For You page works to help protect users' mental health.
You'll soon be able to text Alexa to shop on Amazon
The latest Alexa for shopping feature is initially available by invite in the US.
AI is the new dating dealbreaker
When Irene moved to San Francisco last year, she started using dating apps as a way to meet new people, get to know her new city, and connect with others who care about the things…
DOJ just launched something called the Super Intelligence Task Force
The unit is tasked with ensuring that the technology is not "manipulated by bad actors at home or abroad."
Meta’s refurbished Quest 3S headset is nearly $100 off right now
If you’re curious about virtual reality, Meta’s Quest 3S is a good entry-level headset for dipping your toes in, especially now it’s on sale in refurbished condition for $255.99 d…
Big Tech lost big in the 2026 election
On Tuesday, millions of American voters went to the polls and voted overwhelmingly for Democrats and against AI. The fight against Big Tech is about to come roaring back, and the …
How Akai and Moog are embracing vibe-coded mods
inMusic, the parent company of Akai, Moog, Native Instruments, and more, has decided to embrace the modding community. In an interview with The Verge, inMusic CEO Jack O'Donnell s…
Eufy's clever outdoor security camera that lives inside is now available to buy
The $80 Window Camera E10 sticks to your window, pointed outwards.
This see-through camera lets photographers maintain eye contact with their subjects
Lutra, a South Korean startup, has debuted a new brand called Humans of Authenticity (HOA) that's launching another screen-free digital camera that incorporates a large open viewf…
KPop Demon Hunters on 4K Blu-ray costs less than a month of Netflix Premium
Buying the 4K Blu-ray disc version of KPop Demon Hunters was already going to be a wise idea for some people, especially those who primarily keep their $26.99 Netflix Premium subs…
Apple has a secret list of banned autocomplete phrases including ‘dictator Trump’ and ‘covid is a hoax’
A researcher found over 100,000 words and phrases in "every major language" that are blocked from autocomplete and swipe-type in iOS, Reuters reports. The researcher, Derik Kauffm…
A Stranger Things prequel series is coming to Netflix in 2028
Other Worlds: A Stranger Things Adventure takes place in Nevada in the 1950s.
Fox bought Roku
Fox has officially closed its $22 billion acquisition of Roku, the companies announced on Friday. With Roku under its umbrella, Fox now controls a major streaming platform that re…
Anker Soundcore Space 2 Pro review: Big bang for less bucks
The Space 2 Pro is a set of slightly above average headphones with exceptional voice clarity.
The Verge’s 2026 holiday gift guide
Gift-giving isn't just about grabbing something solid under a determined spending limit. It's an expression of love, a way to show someone how well you really know them. That does…
Stranger Things is getting a live-action spinoff called Other Worlds
Netflix isn't done with Hawkins, Indiana just yet. The streamer just announced a live-action spinoff of Stranger Things which is expected to debut in 2028. It's called Other World…
TikTok’s For You page needs to change, says the EU
The European Commission claims TikTok broke its online platform rules by offering a recommendation algorithm that creates a "rabbit hole effect" on users. In an announcement on Fr…
Amazon will let you text Alexa your shopping list
Amazon is adding a new feature to Alexa for Shopping that allows customers to purchase items by texting the AI shopping assistant. Users can describe the products they're looking …
Google's Find Hub can finally notify you if you've left a tracker behind
Google has rolled out 'Notify when left behind' separation alerts for your tracking devices.
How Remedy designed Control Resonant’s wildest mission: ‘Anything kind of goes’
Note: Some spoilers for Control Resonant's "Recursions and Iterations" mission follow. One of Control Resonant's most memorable missions involves time travel - kind of. There are …
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 review: The new standard for smartwatch battery life
With its bright display and battery life, the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 hits the sweet spot for smartwatch hardware.