SwitchBot’s cheap universal remote can control your smart home, too
SwitchBot's cheap universal remote can control your smart home, too SwitchBot’s cheap universal remote can control your smart home, too The SwitchBot Universal Remote can control infrared, Bluetooth, and even Matter-compatible smart home devices. | Image: SwitchBot SwitchBot’s new screen-equipped universal remote can take control of more than just your home entertainment center. With support […]
Shopify’s AI ‘Sidekick’ chatbot for merchants is now in early access
Shopify's AI 'Sidekick' chatbot for merchants is now in early access Shopify’s AI ‘Sidekick’ chatbot for merchants is now in early access A promotional image for Shopify’s Sidekick chatbot. | Image: Shopify Shopify’s new AI “Sidekick” chatbot is officially launching in early access, the company said as part of its “2024 Summer Edition” updates announced […]
How to make an EV tire that won’t pollute the environment
How to make an EV tire that won't pollute the environment How to make an EV tire that won’t pollute the environment Enso’s eco-friendly tire. | Image: Enso Congratulations, world. We’ve done it. Since passing the Clean Air Act in the 1970s, we’ve reduced cancer-causing particulate emissions from our cars and other sources dramatically, a […]
Apple is first company charged with violating EU’s DMA rules
Apple is first company charged with violating EU's DMA rules Apple is first company charged with violating EU’s DMA rules Apple is once again the focus of the EU’s competition policy. | Cath Virginia / The Verge Apple’s App Store “steering” policies violate the EU’s Digital Markets Act meant to encourage competition, said regulators in […]
Twitch banned Dr Disrespect after viewing messages sent to a minor, say former employees
Twitch banned Dr Disrespect after viewing messages sent to a minor, say former employees Dr Disrespect at a golf tournament in January 2024. | Photo by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images Twitch abruptly banned one of its biggest stars — Herschel “Guy” Beahm, better known by his persona Dr Disrespect — in 2020 without a word of […]
Today is your last chance to sign up for a seven-day Max trial
Today is your last chance to sign up for a seven-day Max trial If you weren’t able to catch the season two premiere of House of Dragon last weekend, now is your chance. | Image: Ollie Upton / HBO There’s no denying that streaming services just keep getting more expensive, with Peacock and Max being […]
The new Final Cut Pro hooked me on iPad video editing
The new Final Cut Pro hooked me on iPad video editing For the past two weeks, I’ve been editing in the newest version of Final Cut Pro for the iPad. For many professionals, the original release of this app last year missed the mark. Its tools have just been too limited to use on a […]
I regret buying the PSVR 2
I regret buying the PSVR 2 Image: Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge For months, I’ve been thinking about selling my PlayStation VR2. After a damning scoop, I’m finally ready to let it go. Months ago, I stashed the PSVR 2 away in a closet. I hadn’t played it for a very long time, but […]
The new and improved Windows PCs are finally here
The new and improved Windows PCs are finally here Image: The Verge Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 43, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, so psyched you found us, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, […]
Typing to AI assistants might be the way to go
Typing to AI assistants might be the way to go The superior way to ask Siri to set a timer when you’re not at home or in the car. | Photo by Victoria Song / The Verge There’s a time and place for everything. In the privacy of my own home, I’ve got no problem […]