Trump’s tariffs put the iPhone in a tough spot
Trump's tariffs put the iPhone in a tough spot Trump’s tariffs put the iPhone in a tough spot Maybe the iPhone 16E’s higher price had tariffs in mind. The US smartphone market is weird. Most of us buy our phones through some combination of installment plans, trade-in offers, and carrier deals, so answering the question […]
Here are the best iPad deals you can get
Here are the best iPad deals you can get Apple’s latest iPad Mini isn’t nearly as capable as other models, but its diminished form factor remains delightful. | Photo: Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge While the best iPad deals usually land during major sale events like Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day, many great iPad […]
How the Nintendo Switch 2 stacks up to the Steam Deck
How the Nintendo Switch 2 stacks up to the Steam Deck The biggest threat to the Steam Deck in 2025 wonât be the arrival of other Windows-based handheld gaming PCs. Instead, itâll likely be the Nintendo Switch 2, which arrives on June 5 for $449.99 â smack dab between the cost of the $399 Steam […]
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 […]
Genki has a magnetic battery for the Switch 2 and a better Joy-Con charging dock
Genki has a magnetic battery for the Switch 2 and a better Joy-Con charging dock Genki’s Energy Pack powers up the Switch 2 using a short USB-C cable. | Screenshot: YouTube With every new portable console comes a mountain of new third-party accessories. We’ve already seen Hori’s Piranha Plant alternative to the Switch 2’s USB-C […]
OpenAI and Anthropic are fighting over college students with free AI
OpenAI and Anthropic are fighting over college students with free AI Two leading AI labs, OpenAI and Anthropic, just announced major initiatives in higher education. Itâs the constant one-upping weâve all become familiar with: this week, Anthropic dropped their announcement at 8 AM Wednesday, while OpenAI followed with nearly identical news at 8 AM Thursday. […]
M3gan 2.0 gives the doll some upgrades in new trailer
M3gan 2.0 gives the doll some upgrades in new trailer Though Blumhouse’s first M3gan feature was a near-perfect blend of techno-horror and ridiculous comedy, the sequel looks like it’s going to blow its predecessor out of the water. Set a couple of years after the first film, M3gan 2.0 once again centers roboticist Gemma (Allison […]
What AI anime memes tell us about the future of art and humanity
What AI anime memes tell us about the future of art and humanity On today’s episode of Decoder, we’re talking about AI, art, and the controversial collision between the two — a debate that, to be honest, is an absolute mess. If you’ve been on the internet this past week, you undoubtedly know that controversy […]
Nikon upgraded its entry-level full-frame camera with better autofocus and faster shooting
Nikon upgraded its entry-level full-frame camera with better autofocus and faster shooting The Nikon Z5 II includes an upgraded LCD touchscreen that can now flip out sideways and rotage. | Image: Nikon Five years after Nikon released its entry-level and more affordable alternative to its original Z7 and Z6 full-frame cameras, the company is finally […]
Microsoft’s miniature Windows 365 Link PC is available to buy now
Microsoft's miniature Windows 365 Link PC is available to buy now Microsoft’s miniature Windows 365 Link PC is available to buy now Microsoft’s business-oriented “Link” mini-desktop PC, which connects directly to the company’s Windows 365 cloud service, is now available to buy for $349.99 in the US and in several other countries. Windows 365 Link, […]