Amazon plays catchup with new Nova AI models to generate voices and video
Amazon plays catchup with new Nova AI models to generate voices and video Amazon’s Nova Sonic logo. Amazon is showing off new AI technology this week, including its take on a more conversational voice model to better compete with things like Gemini Live and OpenAI’s Advanced Voice Mode and an update to its model that […]
Ring’s founder is back at Amazon
Ring's founder is back at Amazon Ring’s founder is back at Amazon Ring founder Jamie Siminoff returned to Amazon this week, coming back to the company just about two years after he left, Bloomberg reports. He’s now a vice president at the company, and he will be heading up the Ring, Blink, Amazon Key, and […]
How tariffs will change your gadgets
How tariffs will change your gadgets First things first, some exciting news: The Vergecast has been nominated for a Webby Award! This one means a lot to us, especially because itâs an award you get to vote on. Weâd be so grateful if youâd go vote for us once, or 40 times, or however many […]
Amazon can now buy products from other websites for you
Amazon can now buy products from other websites for you Amazon is testing a new “Buy for Me” button that will let you purchase products from third-party websites without leaving the e-commerce giant’s mobile app. The feature is powered by agentic AI, allowing the company to purchase items on your behalf. Last month, Amazon rolled […]
Amazon is ready to launch its Starlink competitor
Amazon is ready to launch its Starlink competitor Amazon’s smallest dish teased in 2023. | Image: Amazon The first batch of 27 Project Kuiper space internet satellites are scheduled to launch next week. Amazon has secured 80 such launch missions that will each deliver dozens of satellites into low earth orbit (LEO) to create a […]
The best ereader to buy right now
The best ereader to buy right now Any ebook reader will let you cram a Beauty and the Beast-sized library’s worth of books in your pocket, but so will your phone. An ebook reader offers a more book-like reading experience, with fewer distractions and less eye strain, and many include extra features, like adjustable frontlighting. […]
The best deals left over from Amazon’s Big Spring Sale
The best deals left over from Amazon's Big Spring Sale The best deals left over from Amazon’s Big Spring Sale Amazon’s first big sale event of 2025, the Big Spring Sale, is officially in the bag. Many of the best deals have since disappeared, but, fortunately, a few of our favorites are still hanging around. […]
The 95 best last-minute deals from Amazon’s Big Spring Sale
The 95 best last-minute deals from Amazon's Big Spring Sale The 95 best last-minute deals from Amazon’s Big Spring Sale Amazon’s first big sale event of 2025 — the Big Spring Sale, as it is known — is in its final day. It ends tonight, meaning you still have plenty of time to get in […]
The 101 best last-minute deals from Amazon’s Big Spring Sale
The 101 best last-minute deals from Amazon's Big Spring Sale The 101 best last-minute deals from Amazon’s Big Spring Sale Amazon’s first big sale event of 2025 — the Big Spring Sale, as it is known — is in its final day. It ends tonight, meaning you still have plenty of time to get in […]
We found 50 deals you can still get from Amazon’s spring sale for $100 or less
We found 50 deals you can still get from Amazon's spring sale for $100 or less We found 50 deals you can still get from Amazon’s spring sale for $100 or less Anker’s latest GaN charger features four USB ports on the underside — a welcome twist on the typical port layout. From the Kindle […]