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The US International Trade Commission has determined that Chinese camera company Insta360 has infringed on at least some of GoPro's patents. Based on a press release from GoPro , the determination specifically found that Insta360 violated federal law by importing and selling in the United States products that infringe GoPro intellectual property. GoPro was particularly pleased the ITC's judge found that Insta360 infringed on a patent covering GoPro's iconic Hero camera design and that they valid
The Switch 2 is in many ways a more premium and powerful version of the original Switch, but its sleek design seems to have come at a cost. Not only is the console itself difficult to repair, but a new iFixit teardown video shows that the Switch 2 Pro Controller isn't any easier. Based on iFixit's teardown, you have to completely disassemble the Switch 2 Pro Controller to access the parts you'll likely need to fix first. Accessing the joysticks and battery requires removing an adhesive-secured f
Capcom just shared a lengthy trailer for the upcoming Resident Evil Survival Unit . This is a mobile game, but not a remake of a pre-existing title . The original game includes a heavy emphasis on strategy and stars franchise heavy-hitters like Leon S. Kennedy, Claire Redfield and Jill Valentine. If you're wondering how these protagonists can exist together in the same game, it's all due to the magic of the multiverse. It's set in a parallel universe hat builds upon the Resident Evil world whil
The drama surrounding the significantly delayed release of Subnautica 2 continues with Charlie Cleveland, co-founder and former director of Unknown Worlds Entertainment, announcing via a post on X that he and unnamed others have filed a lawsuit against Krafton , the studio's parent company since 2021. Cleveland, along with Ted Gill and Max McGuire, were relieved of their leadership roles at Unknown Worlds last week by Krafton. Bloomberg reported that they had been effectively pushed out. This o
If you're a Samsung phone user or prefer Android in general, there are some excellent sales on tech accessories to check out for the last day of Prime Day . One of the best ones is on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 , which is on sale for only $160 right now. That's a record-low price for this smartwatch. This is the company's latest watch and was released back in February, so it's nice to see a massive discount this early in the release cycle. We appreciated the Galaxy Watch 7 in our official review
One of the most popular sites for Nintendo Switch piracy has been taken down as part of an ongoing FBI investigation. As reported by Kotaku , Nsw2u was known for hosting Switch ROMs, which users could download to play on a hacked Switch or PC emulator capable of running them. At the time of writing, when you enter the sites URL youll see a notice confirming the seizure, which the FBI says is in accordance with a warrant issued by the United States District Court in Georgia. The notice also featu
Here's a sweet Prime Day deal on one of our favorite streaming devices that's still available during the last day of the sale. You can get the Google TV Streamer for $84. (It typically retails for $100.) That's nearly an all-time low for the wedge-shaped gizmo. The Google TV Streamer is Engadget's pick for the best all-in-one streaming device . It has a top-notch interface that makes it easy to organize your content. That holds even if your series and movies come from different sources. Its upgr
You may be spending more time outside during the summer, especially if you have a grill, but the gadgets in your kitchen will come in handy this season, too. Prime Day deals have discounted one of our favorite air fryers, so you can grab it on sale and make things like crispy fried chicken with ease. The Ninja Foodi Dual-Zone 10-quart air fryer is $90 off and down to $160 right now. While not an all-time-low price, it's a good sale for this time of year so far from the Black Friday shopping peri
Amazon Prime Day is always a key period for camera buyers as any discount on such a major purchase is always helpful. Despite the tariffs, this year's sale is particularly strong for photography buffs, with big discounts on most of the major brands including some that don't normally offer deals. Some key deals include discounts on DJI drones, along with sales on models from Sony, Canon, GoPro and Nikon. Many of those cameras are ranked highly in our most recent camera guide , like Nikon's Z6 III
Noise-cancelling headphones are a must if you're traveling or hoping to get some work done without distractions wherever you may be. Prime Day deals include a bunch of the most popular headphones and earbuds for less, like the Bose QuietComfort headphones . These cans are down to $199 right now, or 42 percent off their usual price, and they're still in stock during the last day of the sale. These QuietComfort headphones include active noise cancellation (ANC) and multipoint connectivity for swit
Grok 4 aligns its answers with Elon Musk's when it comes to controversial issues, users have discovered shortly after the company launched the new model. Some users posted screenshots on X asking Grok 4 who it supports in the Israel vs. Palestine conflict. In its chain-of-thought, which is a series of comments that shows the step-by-step process on how a reasoning AI model comes to its answer, Grok 4 said that it was searching X for the xAI founder's recent posts on the topic. As Grok, built by
Shark robot vacuums are on sale for Prime Day and there are some good deals to be had. For instance, the AI Ultra is on sale for just $298 . This is 50 percent off, as the regular price is $599. This is a version of the model that topped our list of the best robot vacuums , so it's the real deal. The AI Ultra boasts fantastic suction power and the bagless self-emptying base is incredibly handy. There's a simple mobile app that lets users control the vacuum when not at home. This app also display
Prime Day this year actually has a bunch of good tech deals to consider, and you can still find most of them today during the last day of the sale. Take, for instance, sales on Apple accessories like the AirTag. Currently, you can get a four-pack of Apple AirTags for $65, down from $99. A single AirTag is typically $29, so you're getting four of them for not much more than a pair costs. Though, if you really want just one, a single AirTag is also on sale , down to $20 from $29 a 31 percent disc
Whether youre sharing a room with a couple other students or youve managed to score a single room by yourself, youll appreciate your dorm room more if you add a few personal touches to it. For this guide, Engadget reporters and editors share some of the gear that served us well back in college, or the stuff we wish we had. A lot of it is tech-related (we are who we are) but there are some lo-fi things here as well and all of it will help you feel more at home in your tiny home away from home. T
Alienware has just released a pair of gaming monitors that offer affordability with very few compromises while using Dell's new AW30 design language . Announced earlier this year, the key model is the 27-inch AW2725D 280Hz QD-OLED QHD (2,560 x 1,440) monitor with one of the lowest prices we've seen to date. On top of the relatively high refresh rate and rapid 0.03ms response time, it promises stutter-free visuals with both NVIDIA G-Sync, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and VESA AdaptiveSync certificati
Many consider Razer's Kishi Ultra to be the best mobile gaming controller around. But its standard $150 price tag is a sticking point for some. Well, Prime Day is here to cure what ails you. Amazon has the Rolls-Royce of mobile controllers for only $100. What makes the Kishi Ultra special? You can start with its form factor. Like many accessories in this space, it has a telescoping design that expands to fit your device. But unlike some competitors, its hearty grip makes it feel like a full-fled
The latest Amazon Kindle is on sale for $85 as part of Prime Day , but you only have until the end of the day today to pick it up before the sale disappears. This is a discount of $25 and represents a record-low price for the ereader. This is the model that was released in 2024 and the sale includes both colorways. The iconic Kindle easily found a spot on our list of the best ereaders . The entry-level device is not filled with modern bells and whistles, but it gets the job done. It's light and
Prime Day is almost over, but there's still time to save on some of our favorite tech. One such deal is on the Roomba Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo , which is down to $140 for Prime members right now. That's nearly half off its usual price and a far cry from its standard $275 cost. We ranked iRobot's Roomba Robot Vacuum as our overall favorite budget option , but this Prime Day deal features a version that can both vacuum and mop. With the Prime Day price drop, the vacuum and mop combo is cheaper t
Samsung has finally debuted its latest foldables (after plenty of leaks), and boy they sure look thin. This week, Engadget's Sam Rutherford joins us to chat about the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 , as well as other highlights from its Galaxy Unpacked event. Also, we dive into a few of the best deals from Amazon Prime Day . You won't believe how cheap huge TVs have gotten. Topics Breaking down the Samsung Galaxy Fold 7 and everything else from Unpacked 2025 1:58 Galaxy Z Flip 7: bigger screens,
Its the summer, so that means Samsung foldables, wearables and awkward celebrity appearances. This year, the company introduced three new folding smartphones, but that didnt include the rumored ultra trifold thats coming later this year . The Galaxy Fold 7 ( $2,000 ) has a bigger 8-inch unfolded screen and a camera array that matches the S25 Ultra. However, theres no more support for the S Pen. Removing the digitizer layer for styluses meant Samsung could make the device even thinner. The Z Fol
If you're looking for an ultra-affordable away to make a part of your home a little smarter, look no further than the Amazon Smart Plug . Prime Day deals have brought the IoT device down to just $13, which is 48 percent off its regular price, and it's the last day you can get it at this price. Amazon's accessory made it onto our list of the best smart plugs and it's particularly good for anyone who's already relying heavily on Alexa as their voice assistant. It plus into any outlet and can turn
Blink sales are pretty reliable during Amazon Prime Day , and this year is no different. The security camera company owned by the retail giant has discounted a number of its devices , and one of the best deals is on two-packs of the Blink Mini 2 camera . For the last day of the sale, you can grab a duo for only $35, which is a record low. Blink released this version of the wired security camera last year. It has a built-in LED spotlight, color night vision capabilities and a low-light sensor. It
Whether you're all-in on the Apple ecosystem or just want a reliable pair of wireless earbuds, the best AirPods can deliver great sound, seamless pairing and smart features that are hard to beat. Over the years, Apple has expanded its AirPods lineup to suit a variety of users from the minimalist appeal of the standard models to the premium experience of the AirPods Pro and AirPods Max with plush ear cups and active noise cancellation. With rumors of new AirPods on the horizon and the 2nd genera
It's hot out there, so this might be the perfect time to stay in and binge some TV. Paramount+ is offering one heck of a deal right now for budding couch potatoes, with two months available for just $2 . That breaks down to just $1 per month. This is not just any old discount. It applies to both the ad-supported Essential plan and the ad-free Premium subscription. This saves new users $14 for Essential and a whopping $24 for Premium over two months. I suggest going with Premium because ads suck
Amazons big sale is almost ending (today is the last day) and these are the best Prime Day Kindle deals on the site. Currently, Amazon makes four models of its ereader: the basic Kindle , the writing-enabled Scribe , the colorized Colorsoft and the premium Paperwhite , which also comes in an even fancier Signature edition. All of them are currently on sale and many are going for their lowest prices ever . Just note that you'll have to be a Prime member to take advantage of the deals. Members can
Regardless of if you need a new laptop for the upcoming semester or for general use at home, Amazon Prime Day may have just what youre looking for at a good price. Amongst the clothing, shoes, household essentials and other tech gear are some decent laptop deals that you can snag if youre a Prime member and even some that you can grab without a Prime subscription. But deciphering what constitutes a good deal on a laptop during Prime Day can be a bit challenging. Thats due in part to the manic n
It doesn't take much to play games these days. Phone, console, PC or handheld are all viable options. But why play using the bare minimum when you can upgrade your setup on the cheap by snagging a deal or two during Amazon Prime Day. Just a couple of key improvements can make a huge impact on how you enjoy a game or even how you play it. But instead of wasting your free time combing through thousands of listings yourself, we've collected the best gaming discounts and promos into a single place s
If youre considering updating your kitchen setup, first check out the best Prime Day kitchen deals we could find from Amazons sale. Engadget editors and reporters have tested and reviewed a whole bunch of kitchen tech and now that the sale is almost over (it ends today) it may be the last chance to save on many of the gadgets we recommend (until another sale, like Black Friday rolls around). Right now, some of our favorite Ninja air fryers, Kitchen Aid appliances, Anova sous vide machines and a
Air fryers have quickly become a go-to kitchen gadget, letting you whip up everything from crunchy fries to golden brown chicken using much less oil than traditional methods sometimes just a drizzle of olive oil is all you need. The best air fryers in 2025 come from trusted air fryer brands and offer handy extras like digital presets, dual baskets and easy cleanup with accessories like parchment paper. Our current favorite is the Instant Vortex Plus air fryer , but there are a number of others
Amazon Prime Day is almost over, so nows the time for members to stock up on discounted home essentials, clothing, shoes, and of course, tech. Its safe to say that Amazons website has been overwhelming for the entirety of the event, so we wouldnt blame you if you got distracted immediately upon opening it. If youve got gadgets on your wishlist, Engadget has you covered. Were surfacing the best Prime Day deals on gadgets and gear we can find for the whole of the shopping event. As in years past,
Robot vacuums are some of the pricier smart home gadgets you can get, making them great items to look for during sales like Amazon Prime Day . The annual shopping event always includes solid deals on electronics, and that includes smart home gear like autonomous dirt-suckers. Prime Day 2025 is no different, as it has brought deep discounts to many of our top picks for the best robot vacuums you can get today. And if youre on the market for a cordless vacuum, those sales are abundant as well. Her
If you've been holding an SSD or external HDD for your PC build in a cart, waiting to take advantage of an Amazon Prime Day discount, today is your last chance to grab your hardware at that cheaper price. Solid-state drives (SSDs) come in many shapes, from thumbnail-sized microSD cards to larger external SSDs. But all classes of SSDs have one thing in common: at least one of the best brands is on sale right now. Take a look at our curated list of the best deals on external and portable SSDs, HDD
We've officially hit the last day of Amazons July Prime Day sale. But there's still time to stock up on accessories and smaller electronics. Every Prime Day tech deal we listed here is on sale for $50 and under some deals are even all-time lows. Right now, Anker cables and chargers, the Echo Spot smart speaker, microSD cards, Roku streaming sticks, Samsung Bluetooth trackers and more are on sale. And all of them are products and brands we recommend based on Engadgets own testing and reviews . R
Prime Day will soon come to a close, and when it does, youve missed your chance at some of the best headphone and earbud deals of the year. There are still great options available from a lot of big names, and since weve reviewed nearly the entire list, we know what the best choices are during Amazons annual sale days. So, put our expertise to good use before its too late and let us guide you through the best Prime Day deals on still left to get on headphones and earbuds. Time is short, so dont w
The last day of Amazons sale has arrived. Throughout the sale, we've been updating this with the best Apple Prime Day deals we could find. Since last July, Apple has released around a dozen new products, including the AirPods 4, the Apple Watch Series 10, an M4 MacBook Air and a new iPad mini and iPad Air. Every one of those devices is currently on sale some at the lowest prices we've ever seen. Of course, new Apple gear is inevitable, with M5 chips , possibly some new AirTags , a rumored home
If you're ready to upgrade how you listen to music and experience TV, the July Amazon Prime Day sale is almost certain to be your best chance this year but today's the final day. Amazon is knocking chunks off the prices of premium Sonos soundbars, bluetooth speakers from JBL and Soundcore, its own Echo smart speakers and more of the best audio hardware. The deals below are drawn from our curated lists of the best smart speakers , best soundbars and best portable bluetooth speakers . We recommen
The Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is available for just $18 as part of the Prime Day festivities. That's 49 percent off, as it typically costs $35. But if you want it, you'll have to get it today because Prime Day officially ends at the end of the day July 11. The stick made our list of the best streaming devices , and we particularly recommend it for those on a budget. It just gets the job done. The Fire TV Stick HD is easy to set up and provides access to all of the major streaming platforms. It str
You may not be looking to spend big on tech this Prime Day , but it's still a good idea to look for tech essentials during the shopping event while you can get some at good discounts. Anker makes some of our favorite charging gear and I always end up picking up an accessory or two during Prime Day to ensure I have what I need when I need it most, and I feel better knowing I didn't spend full price on it. Last year, for example, I picked up a couple of extra USB-C charging cables so I could keep
Prime Day is almost over, but the sales are still abundant. There's deals on some of our favorite products, like the TP-Link Deco AXE5400 WI-Fi mesh router system and the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max . In addition, another Amazon device is on sale: the Echo Spot . Currently, you can get the Amazon Echo Spot for $45, down from $80. The 44 percent discount brings the smart alarm clock to a new all-time low. The deal is available on each of the color options, Black, Glacier White and Ocean Blue. Ama
Amazon Prime Day is always a great time to consider a TV upgrade (aside from Black Friday, of course). While the prices for big screen TVs have fallen quite a bit over the years, even for coveted tech like OLED, theres always room for additional discounts. For the last day of July Prime Day, were seeing prices slashed on Samsung, Sony and LG sets, in addition to several other manufacturers. And as usual, weve also collected a few solid deals on streaming devices and soundbars to upgrade your set
Amazon Prime Day can be a good time to upgrade your home theater setup thanks to all the tech deals we usually see. As was to be expected, Amazon has discounted nearly all of its own streaming devices, including the Fire TV Stick 4K Max , which is on sale for only $35 right now. That's nearly a record-low price and it represents a 42-percent discount, and today is the last day you can get it at that price. While we still prefer Amazon's Fire TV Stick HD as a budget streaming option , the Fire TV
While you can often find discounts on Echo speakers, Fire tablets, Kindles and other Amazon devices throughout the year, Amazon Prime Day is the best time to buy them, period. Prime Day is basically Black Friday for all Amazon-made gear, provided youre a Prime member who can actually participate in the members-only shopping event. In recent years, Prime Day discounts on these gadgets have even been better than those weve seen during the holiday shopping season. For Amazon Prime Day 2025, youll f
We're continually updating this list of the best Apple deals. This week, thanks to Amazon's Prime Day , we're seeing some of the best prices on Apple gear we've seen so far. And other retailers, like Best Buy , Walmart , Target and B&H Photo are matching those discounts. So if you don't feel like shopping on Amazon, you have options. Of course, that also means that most of the discounts will expire when Amazon's sale ends on Friday. So if you see something on sale, you may want to buy. For iPads
Ghost of Ytei is one of Sony's bigger AAA releases this year, and the company is marking the upcoming launch with gorgeous bundles of its current consoles. There are two versions of the themed bundle, each giving an aesthetic nod to a form of Japanese art. The version inspired by kintsugi shows the artwork of Mt. Ytei in gold, while the black version takes cues from the ink brustwork of Sumi-e. The images have been applied to the disc drive version of the PlayStation 5, and of course also come w
The scramble to buy the first wave of Nintendo Switch 2 gaming consoles left a lot of fans in the lurch. Getting your hands on a Switch 2 of your own still takes some luck if you weren't fortunate enough to snag a pre-order. One of the points of drama has been that Amazon wasn't stocking the new hardware, reportedly due to Nintendo taking issue with the store's third-party sellers . Until now! The Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle is now finally listed for sale there. Before you dash t
Amazon Prime Day has returned for the summer, making it a good time to check to see if any big-ticket gadgets on your wishlist are on sale. A lot of our favorite tech is on sale at the moment, and that includes a number of Prime Day vacuum deals . One of the best is on the Dyson V15 Detect Plus , which has dropped to $570 for Prime members. We loved the Dyson V15 Detect and it earned a slot in our best cordless vacuums guide. The Plus model on sale during Prime Day is the same vacuum with more a
Apple, Mastercard and Visa have successfully dodged a lawsuit that claimed the companies were colluding to maintain the current status quo in point-of-sale-payment card services, Reuters reports . The original 2023 lawsuit filed by beverage retailer Mirage Wine and Spirits alleged that Apple was essentially accepting bribes to not develop its open payment network or open up the iPhone's NFC-based ap to pay functionality to competitors. The judge on the case ultimately dismissed it over a lack o
Bluesky users in the UK will soon need to verify their age if they want continued access to direct messages and all of the service's content. The company will begin rolling out age verification features later this month in order to comply with a UK law that requires platforms that offer adult content to confirm users' ages, Bluesky said in an update . The company says it will use Epic games' Kids Web Services to conduct age verification checks, and that people will be able to choose between seve
A prolific voice actor behind Pokmon 's Professor Oak and many other classic animated characters has passed away. James Carter Cathcart, who was best known for his voice acting work in animation and video games, died of throat cancer at 71, Variety reports . The actor, who was frequently credited as Jimmy Zoppi and Carter Cathcart throughout his career, played a variety of Pokmon 's most memorable supporting characters. Alongside Professor Oak, Cathcart voiced his grandson Gary Oak and Team Rock
Job-hunting platforms Indeed and Glassdoor are cutting their workforce, and it may be thanks to good old artificial intelligence. About 1,300 jobs from the companies will be eliminated, mostly in two departments: research and development, and people and sustainability. There will also be some executive shuffles, including the exit of Glassdoor CEO Christian Sutherland-Wong. Both services are owned by Japan-based Recruit Holdings Co. and its President and CEO Hisayuki Deko Idekoba announced the l