‘Gladiator II’ drops another glorious trailer
Assa Abloy partners with Boston Dynamics to let the dogs in
You’ve probably seen those door access panels before. | Image: Assa Abloy Assa Abloy, the major Swedish conglomerate who owns a whole lot of door and security companies like August Home and the non-US version of Yale, is partnering with Boston Dynamics to build a new digital door access system that enables Boston Dynamics’ Spot…
‘Absolutely idiotic’: An Excel spreadsheet was used for tragic OceanGate Titan submersible’s navigation
Remember the Titan submersible? Stockton Rush, founder and owner of the underwater tourism company OceanGate, took himself, a Titanic expert, and three tourists on a trip down to the infamous ship’s remains on board the submersible in June 2023. However, the crew on the ground lost contact and the wreckage of the Titan submersible was…
Apple Intelligence release date report: When will you get iOS 18 Genmoji, new Siri, and more?
On Apple’s official website, the Cupertino-based tech giant says that Apple Intelligence is “coming this fall.” However, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, via his Power On newsletter, claims that he has more specific insight into the release date windows of some of the most highly anticipated Apple Intelligence features, including Genmoji, Image Playground, and more. Apple Intelligence…
X will let people you’ve blocked see your posts
Image: The Verge X will now make your posts visible to users you’ve blocked. In a reply on Monday, X owner Elon Musk said the “block function will block that account from engaging with, but not block seeing, public post.” Currently, X displays a “You’re blocked” message when trying to view the profile of a…
Mercedes dials up the speed on its hands-free, eyes-off Drive Pilot feature
Mercedes-Benz AG Drive Pilot, Mercedes-Benz’s Level 3 “conditionally automated driving” feature, is getting a speed bump. The system will now support speeds of up to 95km/h (59mph) on German motorways, a sign that the automaker is feeling bullish about its boundary-pushing technology. Mercedes is still waiting for approval from German regulators before pushing out a…
This Panasonic product is literally vaporware — it sprays displays into the air
A demo of Panasonic’s Silky Fine Mist. | Image: Panasonic Ever seen a fish swimming through water droplets in the air? Today, I learned Panasonic has been cleverly repurposing an outdoor air conditioning system to produce effects like that. Here’s a video: Panasonic calls it “Silky Fine Mist,” and the company primarily sells it as…
Woot is offering $50 off the Switch OLED just in time for the new Zelda
The Switch OLED boasts a vibrant seven-inch screen and comes with either white or red and blue Joy-Con controllers. | Photo by Cameron Faulkner / The Verge Just in time for the release of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom on September 26th, Woot is selling the Nintendo Switch OLED for $299.99 ($50 off)…
Telegram will now hand over your phone number and IP if you’re a criminal suspect
Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Telegram will now turn over a user’s phone number and IP address if it receives a request from authorities, according to its just-updated privacy policy: If Telegram receives a valid order from the relevant judicial authorities that confirms you’re a suspect in a case involving criminal activities that…
Prime Day deals include three free months of Amazon Music Unlimited for new users
Amazon is hoping to get more people hooked on Music Unlimited with a pre-Prime Day offer. Those who haven’t tried the service before can get three months of access for free. The offer is even better for Prime members who haven’t checked out the music-streaming platform. They can use it for four months at no…
30+ kitchen deals to shop ahead of October Prime Day: Ninja Foodi, nutribullet, and more
The best early Prime Day kitchen deals at a glance: BEST AIR FRYER DEAL Ninja Air Fryer XL AF150 (5.5-quart) $109.99 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal BEST MULTICOOKER DEAL Ninja Foodi Pro 11-in-1 pressure cooker (6.5-quart) $129.99 at Amazon (save $70) Get Deal BEST BLENDER DEAL nutribullet Blender Combo $99.99 at Amazon (save $40)…
Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game is now due out in March 2025
Tales of the Shire, a cozy life sim set in the world of Lord of the Rings, has gotten a new release date and a strange new name. It’s scheduled for release on March 25, 2025 and it’s now called Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game, because apparently referencing the…
The UK helped usher in the coal era — now its closing its last remaining plant
An aerial view of the Ratcliffe-on-Soar coal-fired power station, near Nottingham in central England on September 19, 2024. | Photo: Getty Images By the end of the month, the United Kingdom is set to shutter its last operating coal-fired power plant. The Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station in Nottinghamshire is slated to close on September 30th, marking…
TikTok brings its paid subscriptions to more creators
TikTok is expanding its eligibility to creator subscriptions. Previously known as LIVE Subscription, the monetization feature was only available for creators who stream on the platform. But starting today, Sept. 23, Subscription is available to any creator who is 18 years or older, has at least 10,000 followers, and has accumulated at least 100,000 video…
WhatsApp may introduce feature to block spam messages
WhatsApp is working on a new feature to allow users to prevent unknown numbers from sending messages. The instant messaging app is a great source of communication and contact but it can be very annoying when you are added to spam groups, or hit with content to advertise unsolicited services. There is also the risk…
Fast-Growing Layer 2 ICO Pepe Unchained Hits $14.8M Mark: Next Big Meme Coin?
Pepe Unchained, a new ICO, attracts higher inflows than many established meme coins, showing its potential to dominate the market when it hits exchanges. Interest in meme coins is rising, and a strong indicator for a new token is when it’s compared to big names like Shiba Inu, Dogecoin, and Pepe. Pepe Unchained, a new…
The black Apple Watch Ultra 2 is already $50 off in select sizes
Put it all on black. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge The Apple Watch Ultra 2 isn’t new, as it launched last year, but its newly available black color looks pretty sick and is currently receiving one of its first (small) discounts. Right now, you can get the black titanium Ultra 2…
UAE to push for AI cooperation in meeting with President Biden
As part of Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s first official trip to the United States, the United Arab emirates (UAE) President was scheduled to meet with President Joe Biden on Monday with AI cooperation high on the agenda. There is a willingness to pursue closer UAE-US ties, in a bid to secure enhanced access…
Kids can’t get enough of these hit toys
If you think it’s too early to start planning which toys you’re going to get your kiddos this holiday — it’s not. The longer you wait to make your list and start shopping, the greater the chance that the toys your kids want the most will be all snatched up. This is where Walmart swoops…
Sony’s next State of Play stream is set for September 24
With the Tokyo Game Show taking place this week, major publishers have lined up showcases for the coming days. Sony is getting the jump on its rivals as it will run its next State of Play on September 24 at 6PM ET. The company plans to shine the spotlight on more than 20 PS5 and…
Telegram will now provide IP addresses and phone numbers in response to legal requests
Telegram’s CEO Pavel Durov stated that the messaging app will now start handing over the IP addresses and phone numbers of users if prompted by legal requests. Bloomberg, which first reported the policy change, notes that Telegram has historically been “notoriously non-responsive to takedown requests” and “often ignored requests for information about suspected criminals.” Accompanying…
EA FC 25 duplicate storage explained (SBC Storage)
EA FC 25 brings some nice additions to the formula with the likes of FC IQ, new Custom Tactics, and more. One of the less glamorous but very important inclusions in this year’s game is duplicate storage, also known as SBC Storage. Here, we’ll take you through how to access this SBC Storage as well…
Get a smart TV for less than $150 ahead of October Prime Day
Prime Day is one of the biggest shopping events on the internet, and fortunately for us, it happens twice a year — once in July and again in October. If you need a new TV, whether it’s for game day, movie nights, or, you know, becoming an absolute couch potato on weekends, Amazon’s got some…
Nothing’s open-style headphones leak just before launch
Image: WinFuture Nothing is expected to reveal its Ear (Open) headphones tomorrow, but a set of leaked images from WinFuture seems to have spoiled the surprise. The new earbuds appear to have a curved band that hooks around the back of your ear for a potentially more comfortable fit. The speaker, which rests just outside…
PlayStation’s next State of Play will cover more than 20 PS5 and PSVR 2 games
Photo by Antonio G. Di Benedetto / The Verge Get ready to see more PlayStation games. Sony is hosting a State of Play presentation tomorrow, September 24th, and the company says it will feature news and updates on “more than 20 upcoming PS5 and PS VR2 games from studios around the world.” Sony says the…
Google is bringing its smart home panel to all Google TV devices
Image: Google Google announced today that it’s extending all the software features of its new Google TV Streamer to every Google TV device. This includes its smart home control panel, a new sports page, and new Gemini-powered features. According to Google, the updates will come to all devices, including Google TVs, Chromecasts with Google TV,…
Let’s compare Apple, Google, and Samsung’s definitions of ‘a photo’
Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge We’ve been tracking the slow redefinition of photography for years now here at The Verge — I am pretty sure we kicked off the “what is a photo” debate as it relates to smartphone photography on The Vergecast sometime in 2018, with a live show on the…
How to watch Meta Connect 2024
It’s Meta’s turn to step up to the plate and host a developer conference. This year’s Meta Connect takes place on September 25 and 26. While the bulk of the event will focus on how developers can get the most out of Meta’s products, most of the actual news is likely to come from the…
iPhone 16 teardown reveals what Apple packed into the device
A youtube video from iFixit of a complete teardown of Apple’s iPhone 16 Please follow and like us:
Prime Big Deal Days is coming and early deals are rolling in on headphones and speakers — but we’re holding out for more
Best headphone and speaker deals Best noise-cancelling headphone deal Apple AirPods Max $429 at Amazon (Save $120) Get Deal Best earbud deal Soundcore by Anker P20i wireless earbuds $19.99 at Amazon (Save $20) Get Deal Best Bluetooth speaker deal Sony SRS-XE200 X-Series Bluetooth Speaker $66.74 at Amazon (Save $63.25) Get Deal Prime Big Deal Days…
YouTube Premium subscribers are reporting price hikes around the globe
Illustration: Alex Castro / The Verge YouTube is telling Premium subscribers outside the US that they’ll be paying more for the service soon, social media users began reporting over the weekend. So far, the higher prices are being reported in regions that include the EU, the Middle East, and South America, according to Android Authority….