Kickstarter rolls back its mature content policy after outcry
Kickstarter is going back to its previous rules around mature content after creators criticized the new policy it introduced last week.
Android XR is finally starting to feel real
Google has a lot to prove, but its smart glasses will have a few big advantages.
Discord now has end-to-end encryption on all calls
It's a win for privacy on the social app.
Firefox AI guardrails arrive for mobile
The feature lets you turn all AI enhancements off with one tap.
The Apple Sports app expands to 90 new markets ahead of the World Cup
Apple is targeting World Cup fans ahead of this summer's tournament.
Google debuts AI-powered tools to optimize scientific research workflows
Three new features will be available under the Gemini for Science collection.
The OS update integrates Gemini Intelligence and adds a new widget system.
Minnesota passes prediction markets ban
The CFTC has already sued to prevent the Minnesota's prediction markets ban.
Everything announced at Google I/O 2026
The biggest news from Google's annual developer conference, from Gemini Spark, Omni and Search to Shopping, XR and more.
Xbox Game Pass additions for late May include Forza Horizon 6 and Remnant II
The first-person adventure Luna Abyss is also a day-one release.
Google's Universal Cart will keep an eye on your shopping
Universal Cart will make it easier to buy from inside YouTube and Gmail.
Google's Gemini Spark is an agentic AI assistant
The AI agent is rolling out to testers this week.
Google's redesigned Gemini comes with a new interface and AI models
Google's redesigned chatbot hits Android and iOS today.
Google's Gemini Omni can generate 'anything from any input,' starting with video
Google didn't forget AI creators in its latest round of Gemini announcements.
I/O 2026 is bringing more AI to Google Play
Play Games Sidekick is also getting a wider rollout.
The Google AI Ultra plan now starts at $100 a month
Google's most expensive AI plan is now a little cheaper.
Google's newest app is an AI-powered image editor
Google Pics isn't Photoshop, but it could be better than what's in Google Photos.
Project Genie adds Google Street View integration and goes live for global AI Ultra users
Ground your snow-globe worlds in real-world locations from Google Maps.
Google's Circle to Search feature can tell you if an image was AI-generated
Google is bringing its AI-detecting feature to more of its products to make it easier for people to verify if something was generated or edited with AI.
Google shoves more AI into Search, including a dynamic Search box and agentic features
You can kiss the classic Google Search goodbye.
Samsung and Google just teased their upcoming Android XR smartglasses at Google I/O
The two models were created in partnership with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster.
The latest Xbox thumbstick topper looks like a goal post
Xbox's new goal post thumbstick topper joins six other designs for people with disabilities.
Ask YouTube compiles video answers to your questions
Google's new Ask YouTube feature will pull together short- and long-form content.
Plex's lifetime subscription cost is tripling to $750
Plex's premium plan will triple on June 30, 8:01PM ET.
Sony 1000X The Collexion review: More luxurious, but far from perfect
The 10th anniversary edition of Sony's legendary 1000X headphones carries a refined design that ditches the plastic for leather and metal. However, both sound quality and ANC performance are less impressive than last year's WH-1000XM6.
Samsung's has produced the world's first 6K gaming monitor
Samsung's new displays include a 6K gaming monitor and a larger version of the MovingStyle.
Spotify is launching verification badges for podcasts to help listeners avoid AI slop
The platform recently did something similar for music.
Google I/O 2026: Live updates as the company announces new features for Gemini, AI, Search and more
Join our liveblog as the Engadget team brings you Google's news live from the developer conference.
Microsoft's new Surface Laptop for Business has a privacy screen and quirky haptics
The new laptops are geared towards corporate buyers, with a price to match.
Insta360's Mic Pro has three built-in mics and looks like a chunky pin badge
Insta360's latest mic hides in plain sight.
Apple's new accessibility feature lets Vision Pro users control a wheelchair with their eyes
Apple is previewing new accessibility features including Apple Intelligence-powered updates like natural language voice input.
Apples WWDC starts on June 8 as iPhone-maker touts incredible updates and AI advances
Apples Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) this year is set to take place between June 8 and June 12
Xiaomi TV S Mini LED Review | Balanced mid-range performance competes with strong rivals
Xiaomi entered the TV market focusing heavily on smart features, connected experiences and a software-first approach
LG's UltraGear is a native 1,000Hz Full HD gaming monitor
LG has unveiled a new gaming monitor that can achieve 1,000Hz at Full HD.
Meta is reportedly 'reassigning' 7,000 employees to AI-focused roles
The company is transferring workers to four new organizations building AI tools and apps, according to NYT and Reuters.
PSA: The first F1 race on Netflix is this weekend
Catch the F1 Canadian Grand Prix live on a service that isn't Apple.
Disney faces a class action lawsuit over facial recognition tech
The complaint says park visitors don't get sufficient notice they're being scanned.
X accounts are limited to 50 posts and 200 replies a day unless they pay for a blue checkmark
Free X accounts have been hit with major restrictions.
The jury in the OpenAI case has ruled against Elon Musk
The three week trial ended with less than two hours of deliberation.
How to watch the Google I/O 2026 keynote
Google's keynote on Tuesday will include a boatload of AI news and perhaps some Android XR updates.
Sony hit with a class action lawsuit for allegedly profiting from tariff-related price hikes
The case against Sony is similar to ones filed against Nintendo and Amazon.
Elon Musk reportedly owes quite a few of his employees $420
xAI promised workers the money in exchange for tax information to train Grok.
Volvo reveals $58,400 starting price for the EX60
Volvo's upcoming mainstream EV SUV is available to order now.
Google's much-improved app icons are rolling out now
The old icons that debuted five years ago had very little to visually differentiate them.
Marvel's retro-inspired beat-em-up is getting two more playable superheroes
Cyclops and The Thing are now playable in Marvel Cosmic Invasion.
Steelseries Arctis Nova Elite review: Ultra high-end gaming headsets are here
$600 is a lot of money for a gaming headset, but if you edit audio and video, the Arctis Nova Elite might be the only pair you need.
Sony's luxury 10th anniversary 'ColleXion' headphones shown in leak
They feature extra padding, polished metal accents and 'studio-grade' sound quality.
Microsoft ditches Teams feature that put attendees into the same virtual room
Microsoft said 'Together' mode added too much 'implementation complexity' and will steer users toward the Teams' gallery view instead.
Fortnite players get a 10-minute sneak peek of The Mandalorian and Grogu on May 19
The movie officially hits theaters May 22.
Amazon is facing a class action lawsuit for not refunding its customers after 'unlawful' tariffs
The lawsuit claims that Amazon owes 'hundreds of millions' in refunds to its users.
Terraria developer confirms cross-play is coming and teases 15th anniversary collector's items
The game has sold 70 million copies over its 15-year run, Re-Logic said.
1047 Games' spiritual successor to Titanfall will reportedly be called Empulse
The rumored movement shooter is still in pre-alpha and without a release date.
Apple's new Siri app will reportedly offer auto-deleting chat options
Users can choose between keeping conversations for 30 days, one year or forever, according to Bloomberg.
This new Mac app locks the keyboard to prevent chaos when your cat tramples all over it
It's called Cats Lock, and it's kind of genius.
SpaceX is reportedly getting ready to go public as early as June
Reuters reported that SpaceX could make the initial announcement by next Wednesday.
Analogue 3D's latest update lets you save whenever you want
No more frustrating deaths in between save points.
Engadget review recap: Razr Fold, Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker, Ultrahuman Ring Pro and more
A roundup of recent reviews published by Engadget.
OpenAI is offering ChatGPT Plus to citizens of Malta for a year
Residents will have to go through a course on artificial intelligence before activating the subscription.
This week's science news.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft just got an assist from Mars on the way to its asteroid namesake
Its target asteroid could give us insight on how Earth's core came to be.
Plus, a game with a perfect Tamagotchi pun for a name.
Microsoft lets Insiders choose their Windows 11 Start menu size
The company is also testing the ability to reposition the Windows 11 taskbar.
Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Find X9s launching on May 21 in India
Oppo Find X9 Ultra will run on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor
Motorola Edge 70 Pro Review | Sensible option for a well-rounded yet refined experience
After the sleek and style-focused Motorola Edge 70 and the more balanced Moto Edge 70 Fusion, this Pro variant shifts its attention towards performance and overall refinement
Apple to let users choose rivalAImodels across iOS 27 features: Report
The change is slated for iOS 27, iPadOS 27 and macOS 27 this fall, the report said, citing people with knowledge of the matter
