Fitness trackers are a solid option if you really want to hone in on tracking, well, your fitness. Some of the best fitness trackers also include additional sensors to track things like stress, sleep and other advanced health metrics. Sure, you could opt for the best smartwatch, but if youre not interested in all of the extra features they offer, a fitness tracker might be a better (and more affordable) option. Accurate workout and activity tracking is what fitness trackers do best; most include

Google's annual I/O developer conference is coming on May 20, and for the first time, there's two major events you'll want to watch to stay on top of all the updates the company's making to its software platforms. I/O 2025 kicks off on May 20, and a week earlier on May 13, there's also The Android Show: I/O Edition , a dedicated showcase for the Android ecosystem. The Android Show: I/O Edition airs on May 13 at 1PM ET / 10AM PT, and it'll stream at that time on Google's Android YouTube channel .

The World Video Game Hall of Fame welcomed its 2025 inductees today. The Strong National Museum of Play announced that the newest entries are GoldenEye 007 from Rare, Quake by id Software, Defender from Williams Electronics and Tamagotchi by Bandai. The four games chosen have significantly influenced popular culture and the video game industry, the museum said in its press release. The other impactful games nominated for inclusion this year are Age of Empires , Angry Birds , Call of Duty: Modern

The Roku smart TV platform is an accessible way to watch your favorite streaming content in a centralized location. You can either get a Roku TV with the platform built in, or add a miniature box or dongle to an older-model TV. One big advantage of the Roku platform is that it's always getting free software updates to keep it current, like the cool new feature that turns your TV into a virtual art museum by displaying famous paintings as a screensaver . There's one feature missing right

Microsoft hasn't secretly raised Surface prices, as earlier reports claimed. Instead, it has removed the base models of the Surface Pro 13-inch and Surface Laptop 13.8-inch from Microsoft.com, according to a statement by Nancie Gaskill, GM of the Surface group. Customers can purchase base models of Pro and Laptop at the starting price of $999 at other key retailers, she added. Currently, you can still find those models at Amazon and Best Buy , where they're discounted to $800. That's the same pr

ChatGPT is bringing its Deep Research service directly into GitHub's developer ecosystem. This integration is beginning a beta test this week, with ChatGPT Plus, Pro and Team users the first to receive access over the coming days. Members of the Enterprise and Edu plans will get a chance to try it out soon. Users can grant the AI assistant access to select code repositories and ask questions about their contents that ChatGPT will answer with cited reports. Programmers have been a notable audienc

If you purchased an Apple device in the last 10 years, you might be able to receive some of the money from the company's recently settled spying lawsuit . The original lawsuit claimed Apple was capturing sensitive information with its Siri voice assistant without users' consent, and sending it to third-party contractors . The company agreed to settle the case for $95 million in January 2025, and thanks to the new landing page for the settlement , there's now a way to file a claim on

CEO and founder of Celsius Network Alex Mashinsky has been sentenced to 12 years in prison by a US District Court. Celsius Network held about $25 billion in assets at its height, but was one of the many cryptocurrency operations to fail during 2022. Prosecutors were seeking two decades for Mashinsky, claiming he defrauded and misled customers about the status of his company's CEL token. His crimes were not the product of negligence, naivete, or bad luck, the attorneys said. They were the result

Threads will finally start giving users more visibility into when their accounts are penalized for breaking its rules. Meta is bringing its Account Status feature to Threads, which will enable people to see when the company has removed or demoted posts or handed out other penalties. The change adds a layer of much-needed transparency to Threads, which already has a recommendation algorithm that can be hard for creators to understand . Earlier this year, Meta reversed course on whether it would r

Nintendo's lawyers have killed another Palworld gameplay mechanic. Pocketpair issued a patch on Thursday that changes how gliding works in the cheeky Pokmon with guns satire . You can still glide in Palworld , but you can no longer use your Pal to do so. Starting with patch v0.5.5, you can only soar with a boring, inanimate glider in your inventory. Although Glider Pals can still passively buff gliding, it's no longer as fun as flinging out the creature and using their aerodynamics to cr

It's getting down to the wire to snag a Mother's Day gift that will arrive on time. But luckily, as of this writing, more than a few of these gifts will arrive before Sunday for Amazon Prime members. Below, you'll find gift ideas we at Engadget think moms will appreciate long after a bouquet of flowers would have died. We've tried these gadgets and subscriptions ourselves, reviewing them for guides or otherwise using them in our everyday lives so we know they're worthwhile. Be sure to double ch

Instagram's Threads app began testing advertisements for its users at the start of this year, and the social platform is already ramping up its monetization efforts. Meta announced at IAB NewFronts that it will start testing video ads on Threads. The company didn't get specific about the size or scale of this preliminary test, but said that a small number of advertisers will trial 19:9 or 1:1 video ad creatives placed between typical posts in users' feeds. At the NewFronts event, where social me

Most people consider getting a live TV streaming service so they can watch some combination of sports, news and/or local channels. Ten years ago, cable, satellite and broadcast signals were the only way to access that programming. These days, TVs dont even have built-in digital antennas and despite decades of consumer irritation, cable still requires impossible-to-cancel contracts. When live TV streaming arrived, it was hailed as a low-cost, contract-free alternative for cord-cutters. Unfortuna

The Wikimedia Foundation, hosts of the free online encyclopedia Wikipedia , is challenging an aspect of the United Kingdoms Online Safety Act (OSA). The law aims to protect users from harmful online content by imposing restrictions and fines on large internet platforms such as social media companies. While the law was originally passed in 2023, enforcement and categorization of companies subject to the law are only taking shape now . The law sorts online platforms into categories that are then m

So a professional dominatrix specializing in foot worship signs into her YouTube account for the first time in seventeen years and compiles over 900 playlists, including the debut LP of progressive math-rock band 90 Day Men, an album from hyperpop/chiptune darling Saoirse Dream and portions of the original soundtrack from early 2000s anime Chobits . There's no punchline to that one. Let me explain. Despite an entirely separate paid product YouTube Music vanilla YouTube's sometimes spot

Razer just started selling a unique speaker called the Clio . It attaches to a gaming chair and doubles as a head cushion. It boasts some nifty tech and is based on a concept design dating back to early 2023 . The company promises headset-like immersive audio without the constraints of wearing one. To that end, the speaker integrates with THX spatial audio and uses two 43mm full-range drivers. These drivers are angled so they hit the ears for an intimate listening experience. The Clio works on i

Google just announced an upgrade to Chromes Enhanced Protection feature. On desktop, the browser now uses Gemini Nano to protect users against remote tech support scams. According to Google, the on-device large language model allows Chrome to protect people against scams the company hasnt seen before. [Gemini Nano] is perfect for this use because of its ability to distill the varied, complex nature of websites, helping us adapt to new scam tactics more quickly, Google says, adding it hopes to th

ASUS is now outfitting its NUC 14 Pro mini PC with a neural processing unit (NPU) capable of reaching 48 trillion operations per second (TOPS). The new model, the ASUS NUC Pro AI, will have up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 288V processor. With a height of only 1.3 inches, this mini PC can be carried anywhere and wont get in your way. Most of the features like ports and internals should be similar compared to its predecessor. To prevent overheating, ASUS installed some advanced thermal management solu

The transition from high school to young adulthood is usually as overwhelming as it is exciting. If you know a recent graduate and want to celebrate this milestone, the right gift can make their next chapter a little more manageable. Below weve compiled a few of our favorite gadgets, gear and other gift ideas that should help them out, whether theyre off to college or heading straight into the workforce. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/best-high-school-gr

Ireland has pitched a law to force tech companies to vet ads before publishing them, according to reporting by Financial Times . This is part of a larger push by the EU Commission to make tech entities responsible for financial fraud that occurs on their platforms. It also comes as President Trump has begun pushing the EU to scale back regulation of big American tech companies . While a proposal by the EU Commission would indeed put companies on the hook for financial fraud, Irelands plan hopes

There are some great keyboard attachments for the iPad, but sometimes, you just want to physically write things down with a pencil. While Apple's stylus lineup can be confusing , it's clear that the Apple Pencil Pro is the most advanced model of the bunch. If you've been looking to grab one, whether it's for note-taking or more intricate drawing, the device is back down to $99 at Amazon, Walmart and Best Buy . That's $30 off Apple's list price, and while it's $10 more than the all-time low we sa

Mafia: The Old Country will be released on August 8 after being revealed at last years The Game Awards . The title will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC via Steam and NVIDIA GeForce Now. Fans of organized crime simulators can preorder the game right now. This is a prequel to other titles in 2K Games Mafia franchise. Its set in Sicily in the early 1900s and explores the origins of organized crime. This reminds me of the iconic young Vito Corleone scenes from The Godfather Part II , whi

Alienware just dropped a pair of new laptops under its Aurora brand. They are relatively budget-friendly and look like an excellent alternative to the pricier Area 51 line. These are the first Aurora laptops the company has released in nearly two decades, as the brand has primarily been reserved for desktops . Theres the Alienware 16 Aurora and the 16X Aurora. The base 16 laptop starts at just $1,150, which is a good price for a dedicated gaming laptop. The entry-level specs include an Intel 5 C

Apple has filed an emergency motion , asking a federal appeals court to put a pause on orders that would significantly change how the App Store works. Those changes, the company argued in its motion, will cost the company substantial sums annually and are based on conduct that hasn't been adjudicated to be (and is not) unlawful. It said those orders were made to punish Apple for purported non-compliance to previous orders. If you'll recall, Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers recently ruled tha

Nintendo is throwing some cold water on Switch 2 sales estimates even though launch demand seems to be off the charts . In its latest earnings report, the company projected sales of 15 million Switch 2 units in its first year on sale to March 2026, fewer than analyst predictions of 16.8 million. It didn't explain the number but it's likely due to uncertainty around US tariffs and the fact that Nintendo is usually cautious with its forecasts. Switch 2 sales opened with a bang as resellers

With school behind them and summer ahead, the new graduate in your life is going to have a lot more free time for playing games, so why not indulge them with a few choice items to add to their gaming collection? Whether theyre a console owner or are building the ultimate PC rig, we have items that will make their days a whole lot brighter without breaking the bank. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/best-gaming-gifts-for-graduates-150047802.html?src=rss

Lenovo's 10th-generation Legion 9i has a novel wrinkle that complements its powerhouse specs. The 18-inch gaming laptop can be fitted with a 2D / 3D screen that switches between standard (flat) graphics and glasses-free 3D. It's available first in China and will come to the US sometime this fall. To be fair to Lenovo, that vague-ass window is about as much clarity as an overseas company could realistically offer in this tariff-infused climate. The Legion 9i has an 18-inch display that su

Justified or not, Apples AirPods have become the default choice for most iPhone owners in the market for new wireless earbuds . If youre shopping for an Android phone, however, the options arent so obvious. Thats where we can help: Weve tested dozens of wireless earbuds over the years, so weve broken down our top recommendations for Android users below. Whether you want powerful noise cancellation, a pair thatll survive in the gym or just something that works particularly well with a Galaxy or P

Tesla has scrapped its plans to sell a range extender for the Cybertruck , the automaker has notified customers who have previously paid a $2,000 reservation fee for the $16,000 add-on. Based on copies of the email people have been posting on social networks and forums , Tesla will be refunding their deposits in full. It didn't say why it's no longer planning to sell the accessory, but the emails come a month after the company quietly pulled the option to add it to the vehicle from its w

Samsung will host a virtual Unpacked event on May 12 at 8PM ET. It streams live at the Samsung Newsroom and on the companys official YouTube page . The company promises a look at he next evolution of Galaxy devices and that itll unveil more about the latest addition to the Galaxy S series. This means well get more juicy tidbits about that slim Galaxy S25 Edge smartphone that was first teased at an Unpacked event in January . What to expect: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge The company has confirmed via

The US Patent and Trademark Office has refused one of Tesla's initial attempts to trademark the term Robotaxi because it believes the name is generic and already in use by other companies, according to a filing spotted by TechCrunch . Tesla was hoping to trademark the term in connection to its planned self-driving car service , but now it'll have to reply with more evidence to change the office's mind. The main issue outlined in the USPTO decision is that Robotaxi is merely descriptive, as in it

The Ninth Circuit US Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court's ruling that Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard did not violate antitrust laws. The Federal Trade Commission had sued to block the merger of these large gaming brands on claims that the new entity would fall afoul of antitrust laws. In the court's ruling, released today, the FTC failed to prove that Microsoft would have blocked access to popular titles such as Call of Duty on hardware owned by other gaming br

Add Microsoft's Surface lineup to the list of gear that now costs more. XDA first spotted price hikes of around 20 percent for most existing models. The damage applies to the Surface Laptop and Surface Pro lines, as well as power bricks. The starting prices of the 13.8-inch Surface Laptop and 13-inch Surface Pro increased from $1,000 to $1,200. Of course, the new devices Microsoft launched on Tuesday stand pat. (And their curiously high prices now make more sense.) Only the 15-inch Surface Lapto

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has warned the National Weather Service of possible attacks from an armed conspiracy group targeting Doppler radar stations, according to a report from CNN . The group, Veterans on Patrol , is going after government radars because it believes they're being used as weather weapons. CNN learned of the possible attacks through NOAA emails warning NWS staff that Veterans on Patrol was planning to conduct penetration drills on NEXRAD sites to identi

Diminished tech privacy appears to be another ripple effect from Trump 2.0. The Information reported on Wednesday that Meta has changed its tune on facial recognition. After considering but ultimately bailing on the technology for the first version of its smart glasses , the company is now actively working on wearables that can identify nearby faces. Remember when being a Glasshole was considered a faux pas? According to The Information , Meta has recently discussed adding software to its smart

Google is once again crossing the great divide between rival tech giants, at least with artificial intelligence . The company has launched a dedicated iPad app for its Gemini AI assistant. In addition to natively running on Apple hardware, Gemini's iPad app can take advantage of the tablet's split view, so that the AI assistant is open on the screen at the same time as another program for easier use. The app is available today from the App Store in all countries where Gemini is currently

When we think about gifts that moms will appreciate, the idea of ime comes up a lot. If you can give the mom in your life a few hours back to do whatever relaxing, creating, or getting things done do that. The next best thing is a device that'll help mom make the most of her time. We've rounded up some clever gadgets and useful gear that we've tried out ourselves, so we can confirm they're worthwhile. Our favorite air fryer will save time in the kitchen, a quality style-dryer could make her mo

Mother's Day is coming up quick. If you're still trying to figure out a good gift, we have some ideas. Here at Engadget, our minds reflexively focus on tech. While it's true an electronic gadget might not be the traditional Mothers Day gift just about every mom we know would prefer a cool new piece of tech over a short-lived bouquet of flowers and box of chocolates. A number of us collaborated on this guide, filling it with gadgets and services we've tested, used, or even given to the moms in o

AI services like Perplexity or OpenAI's SearchGPT could be search engine options in a future version of Safari, Bloomberg reports . The tentative plans were shared by Eddy Cue, Apple's senior vice president of services, while on the stand for Google's ongoing search antitrust case. Cue was called to testify because of the deal Google and Apple have to keep Google Search as the default search engine on the iPhone. Cue claims Apple has discussed a possible Safari-integration with Perplexity, but d

If youve been shocked by how much you spend on streaming services lately, youre not alone. Companies like Netflix, Disney, Max and others have been consistently raising prices to the point where you may question if streaming is even worth it anymore . We at Engadget still think it is, but we also think you should be smart with your money and thats where streaming deals come in. Yes, it is possible to get discounts on services like Peacock and Paramount+, even if those deals arent as common as a

We welcome the addition of body-worn cameras and appreciate the enhanced transparency and assurance they provide, a then-DEA official wrote in a 2021 press release. So much for that. ProPublica published an investigative report on Tuesday that details how the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) under the Trump administration has abandoned its bodycam program. The DEA announced the change internally through an email, viewed by ProPublica . However, the agency never made a formal announcement or

Its earnings season, and automakers are warning investors about the impact tariffs will have on vehicle pricing. As first reported by Reuters , the cost of Ford's Mustang Mach-E, Fords electric SUV, could rise by as much as $2,000 on some models. Ford manufactures the Mach-E as well as other non-electric models in Mexico, which are now tariffed when sold in the United States. Aside from the Mach-E, Ford estimates that it will take a $1.5 billion hit from current tariff policy. The Trump admi

A four-pack of Samsung SmartTag 2 Bluetooth trackers is available for just $52 at Woot. That's a record low price and a discount of 38 percent. This pack includes two white and two black trackers. Theres a limit of two packs per customer. This particular model made our list of the best Bluetooth trackers , and this is particularly true for those already tied into the Samsung ecosystem. We love the design. Its an oblong fob with a big hole for attaching directly to keys and the like. This is some

Electronic Arts has confirmed that the next Battlefield game will be revealed this summer, ahead of a launch date some time before April 2026. The news was shared in the companys Q4 and and financial year 2025 results , published this week. EA CEO Andrew Wilson called the latest installment in the long-running first-person shooter series a pivotal step in delivering on our next generation of blockbuster entertainment and recommitted to a previously announced FY26 release window for the currently

The Golden Globes is expanding beyond film and TV with a new category. It will dole out an award for the best podcast of the year starting at next January's ceremony. Organizers told Variety that the idea was to recognize the influence and reach of podcasts within the spectrum of entertainment. Six finalists will be selected from the 25 most popular podcasts across audio and video formats (sorry, middle-aged dads who spent hundreds of dollars on recording gear to grouse about their team in

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are technically open, but you may have trouble grabbing the console before its June 5 release date if you haven't secured an order already. As of our latest sweep, the device is still completely out of stock at Walmart, GameStop, Best Buy, Target and other retailers. This has (mostly) been the case in the US since the Switch 2 first went up for sale on April 24, and it remains unclear when it'll change. Your best hope right now might be ordering through Nintendo itse

Apples latest diminutive desktop, the M4 Mac mini, is on sale via Amazon for more than $100 off . That brings the price of the entry-level model down to just $495. This version includes 16GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD. The 16GB/512GB model costs $743 and the 24GB/512GB model is down to $906 . Even some of the versions with the slightly more powerful M4 Max chip are on sale . The M4 Mac mini is a nice little upgrade. We called it shockingly small and incredibly powerful in our official review of the

Netflix has been gradually culling its library of interactive content for a while now, but Black Mirror s Emmy award winning Bandersnatch was one of the few survivors. Until now. As spotted by Whats on Netflix , the choose-your-own-adventure film set in a fictional game development studio will be leaving the service globally on May 12. At the beginning of December 2024, only four of Netflixs Interactive Specials remained, of which Bandersnatch was one. As of today there are only two left. The o

Sony has expanded its PlayStation Studios roster with teamLFG, which spun out from Bungie and is working on an ambitious incubation project. The studio is based in Bellevue, Washington (where Bungie's HQ is), though some team members work remotely elsewhere in the US and Canada. The crew includes a mix of industry newcomers and veterans who have worked on the likes of Destiny , Halo, League of Legends, Fortnite and Roblox . The focus of teamLFG will be on immersive multiplayer games. That's perh

LinkedIn is still on a mission to persuade job hunters to apply for fewer roles . But the company is rolling out a new set of AI-powered upgrades to its job-searching features it hopes will make that prospect more appealing. The company is introducing a revamped search tool that aims to make it easier for job seekers to find relevant roles. Up to now, LinkedIns job search feature relied mostly on matching keywords. With the update, though, LinkedIn is ditching the keywords in favor of AI so its