Data centers in Oregon might be helping to drive an increase in cancer and miscarriages
Data centers in Oregon might be helping to drive an increase in cancer and miscarriages Morrow County, Oregon is home to mega farms and food processing plants. But it’s also home to several Amazon data centers. And now, some experts believe, that combination is leading to an alarmingly high concentration of nitrates in the drinking […]
My favorite Cyber Monday TV deals from Samsung, Sony, and others are up to 50% off
My favorite Cyber Monday TV deals from Samsung, Sony, and others are up to 50% off Black Friday might have passed, but that doesn’t mean the holiday deals are gone. You can still find low prices on excellent TVs, streaming devices, and soundbars through Cyber Monday. I’ve found the best of these deals to level […]
This deal on smart glasses was too good for my husband to pass up
This deal on smart glasses was too good for my husband to pass up You can snag a pair of Amazon’s Alexa-enabled smart glasses for an all-time low price this Cyber Monday. The last thing I need is a new Amazon Echo smart speaker. As The Verge’s smart home reviewer, I currently have a dozen […]
You need to read the treatise on spacing out, Bored and Brilliant
You need to read the treatise on spacing out, Bored and Brilliant Take a walk. I have a tendency to space out. A lot. Whether it’s staring out the window on Amtrak or pausing at work to fixate on a blank spot on the wall instead of my screen, I often let my mind wander. […]
The best Cyber Monday deals on some of my favorite smart home gear
The best Cyber Monday deals on some of my favorite smart home gear Apple’s HomePod is $30 off, and you can also grab a deal on the excellent Eve Energy smart plug that works with it. ‘Tis the season to score some serious bargains on smart home gear. While Black Friday is behind us, Cyber […]
The best Cyber Monday deals on Apple MacBooks, AirTags, iPads, and more
The best Cyber Monday deals on Apple MacBooks, AirTags, iPads, and more The Apple Watch Series 11 is only a few months old, but it’s already $60 off. If you’re planning to gift an Apple device this holiday season — or treat yourself — now’s the time to start shopping. Black Friday is bleeding into Cyber […]
It doesn’t end at Neuralink
It doesn't end at Neuralink Neuralink patient Brad Smith uses his webcam connected to his mind-controlled computer to see the world to his left and right. | Photo: Jeven Dovey and Jake Viramontez / Insta360 Brad Smith said his decision to hook up a webcam to the computer he controls with his mind did not […]
The 2025 Installer gift guide
The 2025 Installer gift guide Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 107, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, hope you’re having a lovely and long weekend, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I’ve been reading about […]
Anker’s handy little 3-port charger is just 35 bucks
Anker's handy little 3-port charger is just 35 bucks Is there anything quite like the satisfying snap of folding prongs? Earlier this year, I decided to level up my travel game and invest in a charger to bring on trips, rather than raiding my desk outlets every time I packed. I needed a multitasker, something […]
The Android phone you should buy your dad is just $349
The Android phone you should buy your dad is just $349 The 9A will likely be replaced by a new model this spring, but when has Dad ever cared about keeping up with trends? Not to generalize, but the Google Pixel 9A is a classic dad phone. It’s not fussy. It’s durable and scheduled to […]