Consumer Reports asks Microsoft to keep supporting Windows 10
Consumer Reports asks Microsoft to keep supporting Windows 10 Consumer Reports is calling on Microsoft to extend the October 14th deadline that will cut off free security updates for Windows 10 computers. In a letter to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, Consumer Reports says the move will “strand millions of consumers” who have machines incompatible with […]
Wyze’s new palm-scanning door lock has a second, backup battery
Wyze's new palm-scanning door lock has a second, backup battery The Palm Lock’s infrared sensor identifies users through the veins in their hands. | Image: Wyze Wyze has announced its first smart door lock that can be opened by simply hovering your open hand over it. The Wyze Palm Lock is launching today for $129.98 […]
Google’s new Windows desktop app brings a Spotlight-like search bar to PC
Google's new Windows desktop app brings a Spotlight-like search bar to PC Google is testing a new search app for Windows. A blog post on Tuesday said the app, currently available on personal accounts via Google’s Search Labs, will allow you to use an Alt + Space shortcut to search for information from the files on […]
Official watch bands for your new Apple Watch are $34 off at Woot
Official watch bands for your new Apple Watch are $34 off at Woot The Apple Watch Braided Solo Loop is $29.99 ($69 off) at Woot. The new Apple Watch lineup launches on Friday, and Woot has a well-timed sale on an assortment of Apple’s Solo Loop and Braided Solo Loop watchbands. Solo Loop bands are […]
The China-US deal for TikTok could take another month to work out
The China-US deal for TikTok could take another month to work out TikTok might not finalize its deal to sell its US operations for at least another month. Sources tell CNBC’s David Faber that the US and China might close on an agreement within the next 30 to 45 days, while Oracle will remain the […]
YouTube makes it easier and more lucrative to go live
YouTube makes it easier and more lucrative to go live Features like AI-powered stream highlights aim to give creators more ways to quickly monetize their content. YouTube is introducing some live streaming features that give content creators new ways to grow their audiences and interact with viewers. The updates were announced at the Made on […]
This is the first Roku TV smart projector
This is the first Roku TV smart projector Aurzen’s D1R Cube projector trades Google TV for Roku TV. | Image: Roku Aurzen has announced a new portable projector that will be the first to run the Roku TV OS already found on TVs from brands like TCL and Hisense. The new Aurzen D1R Cube will […]
Apple Sports’ new iOS widget sadly doesn’t work in CarPlay
Apple Sports' new iOS widget sadly doesn't work in CarPlay Screenshots of Apple Sports showing tennis scores. Now that iOS 26 is out I’ve been eagerly waiting to see if Apple would update its Sports app with a widget I could use in my car. The good news is that Apple Sports now has an […]
Welcome to our pen-and-paper club
Welcome to our pen-and-paper club Considering all the tech that we cover here at The Verge, you’d think that the members of our staff would be using their phones, laptops, and other gadgets for all their productivity needs. But interestingly, when we asked people to talk about their favorite productivity tools, there was suddenly an […]
Meta’s new smart glasses are coming this week
Meta's new smart glasses are coming this week Meta’s next big Connect conference is nearly here, and this year, we’re expecting to see a lot of news about glasses. AI-focused hardware is all the rage, and Meta arguably already has the best gadgets around in its Ray-Ban and Oakley glasses. At this year’s show, we’re […]