Donut Lab says latest test proves its solid-state battery isn’t a supercapacitor.
Donut Lab says latest test proves its solid-state battery isn't a supercapacitor. When Donut Lab first announced its solid-state battery earlier this year, there was some speculation around whether the Finnish startup had actually produced a supercapacitor, which is a much shorter-term form of electrical storage. Supercapacitors can charge and discharge quickly, similar to Donut […]
Yashica’s new retro point-and-shoot revival sounds surprisingly capable for $100
Yashica's new retro point-and-shoot revival sounds surprisingly capable for $100 The Yashica Tank looks like a camera that costs way more than it does. | Image: Yashica Yashica has announced a new throwback camera called the Tank for photographers embracing the recent resurgence in the popularity of point-and-shoots. But while Canon’s resurrected Elph 360 HS […]
X says you can block Grok from editing your photos
X says you can block Grok from editing your photos Pay attention to that small print about tagging @Grok, this new toggle has disappointing limitations. | Image by The Verge / xAI X has introduced a new feature that makes it slightly harder for other users to manipulate your uploaded images with the Grok chatbot. […]
The iPhone 17E is good, but you probably shouldn’t buy it
The iPhone 17E is good, but you probably shouldn't buy it It’s about time. The iPhone 17E is a better value than the 16E was when it arrived, but that should matter to basically nobody. The main thing to know about the 17E is that the iPhone 17 exists, it costs $200 more – or […]
Iran War: State Actors & Visual Misinformation
Iran War: State Actors & Visual Misinformation State actors are behind much of the visual misinformation about the Iran war In the complex and often brutal landscape of modern conflict, the battle for hearts and minds is fought not just on the ground, but increasingly, across digital screens. The ongoing narratives surrounding the Iran war […]
Apple is going high-end with new ‘Ultra’ products next
Apple is going high-end with new 'Ultra' products next Fresh off launching the low-cost MacBook Neo, Apple is reportedly preparing at least three new products that will fit into its highest-end “ultra” lineup. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gruman, the next batch of releases may not bear the “ultra” name, like its Watch, but will all […]
The best Switch 2 controller just got better (and a little worse)
The best Switch 2 controller just got better (and a little worse) The pink option is one of the prettiest controllers I’ve used. | Image: Cameron Faulkner / The Verge Crowning the EasySMX S10 the best Switch 2 controller last fall was easy. The $60 wireless gamepad, which is often well below $50, mimics or […]
Spacecraft Impact Shifts Asteroid Orbit: Earth Defense Test
Spacecraft Impact Shifts Asteroid Orbit: Earth Defense Test A recent scientific study has confirmed a groundbreaking achievement in humanity’s quest to protect our planet: the successful alteration of an asteroid’s orbit through a deliberate spacecraft impact. This monumental effort, dubbed the Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART), marked the first time humans have intentionally changed the […]
Sony appears to be testing dynamic pricing on PlayStation games
Sony appears to be testing dynamic pricing on PlayStation games A site called PSprices has been tracking prices on Sony’s digital game store and noticed something unusual: some games were being offered at different prices to different users. What’s more, those offers are tracked in the PlayStation API with experiment identifiers like IPT_PILOT and IPT_OPR_TESTING. […]
Vizio accounts are becoming Walmart accounts
Vizio accounts are becoming Walmart accounts Walmart bought Vizio in 2024, and now it’s taking the next steps to formally fold the TV maker into itself by phasing out Vizio accounts. Now, when you purchase a new Vizio TV, you’ll be asked to sign in or create a Walmart account. Customers will have the option […]