This smart bird feeder captures more of my backyard drama
This smart bird feeder captures more of my backyard drama This smart bird feeder sees more but with less whimsy. | Photo by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge Since moving to South Carolina’s Lowcountry, I’ve been spellbound by the myriad of beautiful birds that share the coast with us – ospreys raising their babies […]
Xreal’s budget AR glasses feature anti-shake tech and swappable frames
Xreal's budget AR glasses feature anti-shake tech and swappable frames Xreal says that a01 wearers can also 3D print their own custom front frame designs. | Image by Xreal Augmented reality wearables provider Xreal has launched a new “X By Xreal” (XBX) subbrand, with its first customizable, lightweight smart glasses coming to the US in […]
Google Health is here, but a lot of people want their Fitbit app back instead
Google Health is here, but a lot of people want their Fitbit app back instead The Fitbit app is no more. Along with the launch of the new Fitbit Air (which you can expect a full review of once we’ve spent more time with it), Google has officially replaced it with Google Health, as previously […]
GE’s nugget ice maker is nearly half off if you buy it refurbished
GE's nugget ice maker is nearly half off if you buy it refurbished GE’s nugget ice maker is simple to set up. | Photo by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge If you’re looking for ways to make staying cool and hydrated easier this summer, Woot is currently selling a refurbished GE Profile Opal 2.0 […]
Oppo’s Bubble is a thin round screen for taking rear camera selfies
Oppo's Bubble is a thin round screen for taking rear camera selfies Oppo launched a new smartphone accessory that makes it easier to snap selfies using your smartphone’s rear cameras that typically feature better sensors than front-facing cameras. The Bubble offers similar functionality to the recently announced Insta360 Snap with a screen providing live camera […]
Sennheiser’s new Momentum 5 headphones have upgraded ANC and a replaceable battery
Sennheiser's new Momentum 5 headphones have upgraded ANC and a replaceable battery Sennheiser is sticking with the redesign it introduced with the Momentum 4 Wireless. | Image: Sennheiser Nearly four years after the last version of Sennheiser’s Momentum headphones debuted with a redesign that traded a retro aesthetic for a more contemporary and comfortable design, […]
Here are our favorite last-minute deals from REI’s giant Anniversary Sale
Here are our favorite last-minute deals from REI's giant Anniversary Sale REI’s annual Anniversary Sale — the retailer’s biggest of the year — is still going strong, letting you save on all kinds of outdoor essentials. If you’ve got a camping trip coming up, now is a good time to stock up on the basics, […]
Apple’s latest MacBook Air is $200 off in both sizes for Memorial Day
Apple's latest MacBook Air is $200 off in both sizes for Memorial Day If you’re looking for a laptop that’ll still perform well several years from now, Apple’s latest MacBook Air is hard to beat. Now, in particular, is a good time to pick one up, as you can currently buy the 13-inch MacBook Air […]
I have a new go-to browser
I have a new go-to browser Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 129, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, come on you Gunners, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I’ve mostly been sick, which has meant […]
Twelve South’s AirFly Pro 2 has hit one of its best prices ahead of summer travel
Twelve South's AirFly Pro 2 has hit one of its best prices ahead of summer travel Twelve South’s AirFly Pro 2 let you connect wireless headphones to in-flight entertainment systems as well as the Nintendo Switch. | Image: Twelve South With Memorial day weekend kicking off the travel season, we’re seeing a lot of deals […]