Bluesky is adding blue checks for ‘authentic and notable’ accounts
Bluesky is adding blue checks for 'authentic and notable' accounts Bluesky is adding blue checks for ‘authentic and notable’ accounts Bluesky is rolling out blue checks of its own for “authentic and notable accounts,” the platform announced on Monday. For now, the decentralized network says it will “proactively verify” these accounts, granting them a checkmark […]
Airbnb now shows the full price of your stay by default
Airbnb now shows the full price of your stay by default Airbnb will now display how much you’ll pay for a stay – cleaning fees and all – as soon as you start your search. The update, which is rolling out globally, means you’ll see the total cost of a reservation (excluding taxes) before you […]
Valorant’s mobile version is coming to China first
Valorant's mobile version is coming to China first Valorant’s mobile version is coming to China first Valorant‘s mobile spinoff is “really happening” and it’s coming to China first. In fact, it seems pre-registration for a playtest of Valorant Mobile is already open to Chinese players, spotted Esports Insider. Riot Games first said it was creating […]
Verizon’s consumer chief: Net neutrality ‘went literally nowhere’
Verizon's consumer chief: Net neutrality 'went literally nowhere' Verizon’s consumer chief: Net neutrality ‘went literally nowhere’ Today, I’m talking with Verizon consumer CEO Sowmyanarayan Sampath, who goes by “Sampath.” As CEO of Verizon’s consumer division, Sampath oversees the biggest part of the business: Verizon Wireless, which has more than 115 million wireless connections, and Fios, […]
The Verge’s 2025 Mother’s Day gift guide
The Verge's 2025 Mother's Day gift guide The Verge’s 2025 Mother’s Day gift guide Chances are, your mom changed your diaper, packed your lunch, and helped guide you through your teenage years â all without expecting anything in return. She deserves a standing ovation, but since thatâs tough to wrap, a thoughtful Motherâs Day gift is a fine alternative. […]
Beware of this sneaky Google phishing scam
Beware of this sneaky Google phishing scam Attackers are sending phishing emails that appear to be from “no-reply@google.com,” presented as an urgent subpoena alert about “law enforcement” seeking information from the target’s Google Account. Bleeping Computer reports that the scam utilizes Google’s “Sites” web-building app to create realistic-looking phishing websites and emails that aim to […]
Meta is ramping up its AI-driven age detection
Meta is ramping up its AI-driven age detection Meta is expanding how it uses AI to detect teens on Instagram — and, in some cases, will begin overriding account settings. Instagram announced it was using AI for age detection in 2024; the system looked for signals that users were under 18 years old, like if […]
A lot of Logitech products cost more now than two months ago
A lot of Logitech products cost more now than two months ago Many of Logitechâs products are pricier now than they were in the recent past. In a video published this week, YouTuber Cameron Dougherty detailed increases as high as 25 percent on the companyâs PC and gaming accessories, including well-known Logitech gear like the […]
Everybody’s got a favorite new game
Everybody's got a favorite new game Everybody’s got a favorite new game Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 79, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If youâre new here, welcome, RIP your free time, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, Iâve […]
Synology is tightening restrictions on third-party NAS hard drives
Synology is tightening restrictions on third-party NAS hard drives Synology is preparing to roll out new restrictions on third-party hard drives in its future network attached storage (NAS) devices later this year, the company confirmed to Ars Technica. The changes could make it much harder to use third-party drives in Synology’s devices for typical use […]