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Thrustmaster brings direct drive steering wheels to console racing sims
The Thrustmaster T598 features a Direct Axial Drive powered by an axial flux electric motor. | Image: Thrustmaster Thrustmaster has announced a new steering wheel base that makes the company’s direct drive technology available on consoles for the first time. It also introduces a new electric motor design — already in use on high-end hybrid…
Marques Brownlee says ‘we failed on the price’ with Panels
Image: MKBHD Marques Brownlee published a video on Friday addressing the criticisms around Panels, his new wallpaper app, saying that he and the team “failed on the price front” at launch. The app received an outpour of criticism from fans, both on the MKBHD YouTube channel and across social platforms. Discussing the app, Brownlee admitted…
Charli XCX’s ‘Brat and it’s completely different but also still brat’ is here and hype lives on
As Brat summer faded into fall, the endless references to Charli XCX’s inescapable album seemed to reach a halt. But yesterday the English pop star beckoned in Brat autumn at the viral listening party of her remix album Brat and it’s completely different but also still brat. Out today, it features everyone from Ariana Grande…
X drops Unilever from its ‘advertiser boycott’ lawsuit
Image: The Verge X is dropping claims against Unilever in its lawsuit that accuses advertisers and brands of participating in an “illegal boycott” of the company. The claims against Unilever, which owns household names like Dove and Hellmann’s, were dismissed today. Last fall, X also sued the nonprofit Media Matters for America in an effort…
Absurdist romance sim Date Everything! has been delayed to Valentine’s Day 2025
Shut-ins of the world, you’ll have to wait a bit longer for your ultimate wish-fulfillment video game. Date Everything!, the cheekily bizarre romantic sim from Team17 and Sassy Chap Games, is no longer arriving on October 24, as was initially announced. On Friday, the team pushed back the game’s release date to Valentine’s Day 2025….
Apple’s USB SuperDrive might be gone for good
Image: Apple Apple’s USB SuperDrive is showing up in Apple’s online stores as “sold out or unavailable in all countries,” MacRumors reports, which could indicate that Apple has discontinued the CD / DVD player. It’s not a huge surprise that Apple might be done with the SuperDrive. The product first launched with the original MacBook…
Ticketmaster will be first to use new Apple Wallet tickets feature
Among the more overlooked features that iOS 18 brings to the iPhone are the updates to Apple Wallet, in particular the Apple Wallet event ticket experience. On Thursday, Ticketmaster announced that it would be the first company to take advantage of the new feature-rich Apple Wallet tickets feature. SEE ALSO: U.S. Justice Department moves to…
Google’s Nest Thermostat is back on sale for $85
We’re getting into the colder months of the year (at least in the northern hemisphere). If you haven’t done so already, it’ll soon be time to switch on the heating. Rather than make manual adjustments to the thermostat throughout the day, why not let a smart version take care of the heavy lifting? As luck…
Apple TV+ joins Amazon Prime Video as an add-on
Huge news for fans of the cable TV bundle from the days of yore: it’s basically returning, but under the shiny, new framing of “streaming.” If you have Amazon Prime Video, you can select an add-on for Apple TV+ without having to download a separate app. It’ll be available for an extra $9.99 per month…
How to know an AirTag is tracking you
Apple first dropped its first GPS AirTags in 2021, and since then, they have proven to be incredibly useful. Users put them on their keys, in their luggage, on their dogs’ collars, you name it, and you no longer have to fear losing something. But, as is typical with surveillance tech, there is a more…
Amazon deal of the day: The Beats Solo 4 are still under $100 post-Amazon Prime Day
Check out the best Amazon deals of the day as of Oct. 11: OUR TOP PICK Beats Solo 4 $99.99 at Amazon (save $99.96) Get Deal BEST BEAUTY DEAL Shark SpeedStyle $149.99 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal BEST SPEAKER DEAL JBL Clip 5 $59.95 at Amazon (save $20) Get Deal BEST SOUNDBAR DEAL Sonos…
Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered hits the PS4 and PS5 on February 14
It’s time to dust off a pair of pistols, as Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered releases for PS4 and PS5 on February 14, 2025. What better way to spend the next Valentine’s Day by foraging around caverns for loot? These remasters boast updated visuals, though you can toggle to the old-school graphics to soak in the…
The Beats Studio Buds+ are back on sale for their lowest price ever
GET 29% OFF: As of Oct. 11, you can score a pair of Beats Studio Buds+ for just $119.99, down from $169.95, at Amazon. That’s $49.96 off the list price and the lowest price we’ve seen these earbuds go for since November 2023. Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Our pick: Beats Studio Buds+…
Decorate for the holidays with a Lego flower centerpiece that’s over 40% off
Save 44%: As of Oct. 11, you can grab the Lego Icons Dried Flower Centerpiece for just $27.99 at Amazon. At that price, you’re saving $22 off the $49.99 list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Icons Dried Flower Centerpiece $27.99 at Amazon $49.99 Save $22.00 Get Deal Anyone who’s ever funded…
The Beats Pill speaker is even cheaper than it was during Prime Day
Of course it looks like a pill. | Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge We’re well past the Prime Day Redux now, but several standout deals from the sale are still hanging on. In fact, some are even better than they were during the two-day sale — even if only a smidge. The Beats…
The new Roomba that self-cleans its mopping pad is still at its from Prime Day price
SAVE $400: As of Oct. 11, the Roomba Combo 10 Max robot vacuum and AutoWash dock is still on sale for $999 — the same price as this week’s October Prime Day — down 29% from the usual price of $1,399. That’s 29% off. Opens in a new window Credit: iRobot iRobot Roomba Combo 10…
BlueSky is pitching itself as a Threads alternative now
BlueSky isn’t trying to replace Twitter, all of a sudden. Instead, it’s making a pitch to replace Threads, Meta’s Twitter alternative. The social media platform created an account on Threads this week and immediately began pitching itself as an alternative to the site. Threads has come under fire lately for its haphazard content moderation and…
Apple Intelligence will summarise your breakup texts
Breakup messages are always painful to receive. Even when the sender is trying their best to be gentle and mindful of your feelings. Of course, not everyone is quite so adept at conveying difficult news in a damage-limitation parcel. Breakups can be messy, hurtful, and honest. Then there’s the small matter of practicalities: of dividing…
Get up to $150 off Apple devices during Target Circle Week — the sale ends at midnight tonight
UP TO $130 OFF: As of Oct. 11, Target is offering up to $150 off select Apple devices. Shop discounted iPads, AirPods, and more during Target Circle Week. Best Target Circle Week Apple deals: Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch SE 2 (2023) $169.99 at Target with Target Circle (save $80) Get Deal Best Apple…
The Ninja Slushi is back in stock and $50 off
SAVE $50.99: As of Oct. 11, the tough-to-find Ninja Slushi machine is back in stock at Walmart. Not only that, but it’s also $50.99 off the usual price of $299.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Slushi $249.00 at Walmart $299.99 Save $50.99 Get Deal You’d probably think that once Prime Day ends,…
Former Disco Elysium devs are making the game’s spiritual successor at a new studio
Disco Elysium is widely hailed as one of the greatest RPGs of all time, but the future of the series has been up in the air. A planned sequel and expansion were canceled and developer ZA/UM laid off some workers as a result. There’s also been an infamously messy battle over ownership of the intellectual…
New to streaming, ranked (Oct. 11, 2024)
Hulu. Netflix. Max. Disney+. Apple TV+. Prime Video. Shudder. Paramount+. Peacock. When it comes to streaming options, the list goes on and on, and it can be overwhelming. So, we offer watch guides for all of the above, broken down by genre: comedy, thriller, horror, documentary, animation, and more. But maybe you don’t know what…
Snag a pair of free Bose earbuds with the purchase of a Motorola phone
SAVE $299.99: Motorola is offering a free pair of Bose QuietComfort II wireless earbuds with the purchase of a Motorola Razr+ or Motorola Edge smartphone. That’s a savings of $300 on the earbuds. Opens in a new window Credit: Motorola Motorola Edge $549.99 at Motorola Get a free pair of Bose QuietComfort II earbuds with…
Steam admits you don’t actually own any of your games
Steam is now admitting what was true all along: You don’t own any of those games. Valve’s PC gaming digital marketplace has started including a notice on the shopping cart screen letting users know that purchasing a game on Steam grants them a license for it, per Engadget. That’s a fairly benign message without any…
How to lock any app with Face ID on an iPhone using iOS 18
Illustration by Samar Haddad / The Verge Having to hand your iPhone over to someone can be a fairly common occurrence. Maybe your little nephew wants to play a game or your friend wants to check out the photos from your last vacation. Whatever the reason, no matter how much you trust that person, there…
Stellantis’ CEO promises to leave in 2026 after mostly making a mess of things
2024 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack. | Image: Stellantis Stellantis is shaking up its leadership. The company announced today that CEO Carlos Tavares will retire at the end of his contract in 2026, and a host of other executives are being around being shuffled around immediately. The changes come as Stellantis struggles to manage its…
Last chance for 15% off gift cards — this Target Circle Week deal ends at midnight
SAVE 15%: Now through 11:59 p.m. PT, you can get 15% off select gift cards with Target Circle. Opens in a new window Credit: Target Get 15% off select gift cards with Target Circle Shop Now Now that Prime Day’s officially over, we’ve been looking elsewhere for the best deals. If you missed Amazon’s shopping extravaganza,…
Engadget Podcast: Hunting data center vampires with Paris Marx
This week, we’re joined by tech critic Paris Marx to discuss Data Vampires, his latest Tech Won’t Save us podcast series. We chat about how data centers suck up vast amounts of power, water and other resources, and why the AI boom is exacerbating those issues. Also, Devindra and Ben dive into a few news…
Crucial North Carolina quartz mine is up and running following Hurricane Helene
Spruce Pine, North Carolina was hit with major flooding and power outages. | Photo by Steve Exum/Getty Images Sibelco, one of the companies mining high-purity quartz in Spruce Pine, North Carolina, has resumed operations. In an update on Thursday, the company said that production and shipments of the quartz, which is crucial to the chip-making…
How to watch Arizona State vs. Utah football without cable
Wondering how to watch college football this season? Here are your best options: Best for affordability Sling TV Blue Plan $20 for the first month, then $40/month (save $20 ) Get Deal BEST FOR SINGLE GAME FuboTV Pro plan 7-day free trial, then $59.99/month for 1 month (Save $20) Get Deal The Arizona State vs….