Practical. Functional. Different. Those are the ways we’ve typically described Google’s Pixel smartphones since they debuted in 2016. Google was always less concerned about making its phones look as cool as competitors — instead, its focus has been on …
Continue reading "Google’s Pixel 9 is a sleeker and more powerful flagship built for Gemini AI"On paper, Eli Roth's Borderlands adaptation sounds like a recipe for a solid sci-fi romp: Oscar-winner Cate Blanchett as the wise-cracking gunslinger Lilith; Jack Black, fresh off of voicing Bowser, as the quippy/annoying Claptrap; and freaking Jam…
Continue reading "The Borderlands movie is an astounding waste of potential"Google is officially a monopoly, according to a US court. But what does that really mean? This week, Devindra and Senior Editor Karissa Bell dive into the landmark Google antitrust case to explore how it could affect the future of search. Google claims…
Continue reading "Engadget Podcast: The Google search monopoly + ‘Industry’ creator interview"If you miss the colorfully profane world of Succession, a show where most characters would gladly sell their souls for power and money, then you should be watching HBO Max's Industry. While they share some similarities — both come from British crea…
Continue reading "‘Industry’ tackles the impact of overhyped tech in its ambitious third season"National Geographic is no stranger to new media. The network has produced a slew of immersive virtual reality experiences, 360 degree videos, and even its own "Space Projection Helmets" for its big-budget show One Strange Rock. Today, it'…
Continue reading "Nat Geo’s first Vision Pro immersive environment takes you to Iceland"Samsung’s Galaxy Ring is here, and honestly it’s just a bit basic. This week, Cherlynn and Devindra dive into what does and doesn’t work with Samsung’s latest wearable. Also, we discuss Friend’s new AI gadget, which listens to your conversations and se…
Continue reading "Engadget Podcast: Samsung Galaxy Ring review, EFF on KOSA, and another AI “Friend”"There’s no such thing as a watch party with a laptop screen. If you’re the sort of person who enjoys watching movies and TV shows with friends, then it’s worth nabbing an inexpensive TV for your dorm room. And if you’re living alongside other students …
Continue reading "The best budget TVs and streaming gadgets for students"Amazon Prime Day will officially arrive next week on July 16, but we’re already starting to see good deals pop up. Amazon’s Fire Max 11 tablet has fallen back down to $140 as part of the company’s Prime Day deals. Normally $230, the large slate is now …
Continue reading "Early Prime Day deals bring the Fire Max 11 tablet down to $140"Amazon Prime Day will officially arrive on July 16, but we’re already starting to see good deals pop up. Amazon’s Fire TV Stick 4K Max is now just $35 as part of an early Prime Day 2024 deal. That’s the lowest price we’ve ever seen for the company’s pr…
Continue reading "Early Prime Day deals include the Fire TV Stick 4K Max for a record low of $35"The EV market is hotter than ever in the US, but there are only a handful of options for families who need three rows of seats and tons of storage space. There’s the Rivian R1S, a beautiful and well-reviewed car, but one that’s firmly in luxury territo…
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