What to read this weekend: Celestial Lights and If Destruction Be Our Lot
Here's what we read (and liked) this week.
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.
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.
YouTube's AI deepfake detection tool is now available to all creators 18 and older
Even new creators can sign up for access.
Snap and YouTube have reportedly settled another major social media addiction lawsuit
The companies are facing numerous other legal challenges.
New crash data highlights the slow progress of Tesla's robotaxis
Two crashes since July 2025 involved robotaxis being driven by remote operators.
California lawmakers are working on a bill to preserve access to online games
Game preservation group Stop Killing Games advised on the bill.
Summer Games Done Quick returns this July, schedule out now
Who's up for a Jak & Daxter / Half-Life hybrid?
Marathon's future includes duo queues, more PvE modes and better onboarding
Bungie details how it plans to grow its extraction shooter.
ChatGPT will offer personalized financial advice (if you connect your bank account)
ChatGPT's new Plaid integration allows it pull information from more than 12,000 financial institutions.
The Nest app is down for many users
The official Nest status page claims everything is running smoothly.
Lego 2K Drive will vanish from digital storefronts on May 19
The racing game's multiplayer servers will remain live for another year.
X, a bastion for hate, claims it will reduce hate content in the UK
Ofcom says X has committed to reviewing reported posts more quickly.
Engadget Podcast: Who needs Googlebooks?
We also dive into all the new features in Android 17.
The UK's tax authority is turning to AI to help identify fraud
Human staff members will still check the AI's findings.
Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker review: Versatile home audio that comes with caveats
Perhaps Bose's latest speaker is better as part of a larger system.
The Morning After: Google teases the Android-based Googlebook
And Google I/O isn't until next week.
Apple reportedly testing Intel's 18A-P process to make iPhone and Mac chips
The initial run will focus on older Apple Silicon systems.
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Review | Genuine all-rounder makes a strong case
In a segment crowded with good smartphones, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 succeeds by positioning itself as a genuine all-rounder
The ROG Xreal R1 AR gaming glasses are now available to pre-order for $849
They offer a 240Hz refresh rate and a bundled connectivity dock.
xAI introduces its coding agent called Grok Build
It's in early beta and only available to SuperGrok Heavy subscribers right now.
Xbox Elite Controller 3 leaked by Brazilian regulator
It's a tough day to work at Microsoft PR.
The original Doom soundtrack is officially in the Library of Congress
Other new inductees include Beyonce's 'Single Ladies' and Taylor Swift's '1989.'
Razer updates the Blade 18 with new chips, a specced-out model costs $7,000
The 2026 model adds the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor.
Meta is bringing third-party apps and games to its display glasses
The $800 smart glasses could soon be a lot more useful.
OpenAI brings its Codex coding app to mobile
The integration allows you to keep tabs on your coding projects on the go.
The VW ID.Buzz is returning for model year 2027 with a new trim for camping
The Tourer model features a fold-out mattress, removable window binds and more.
The HDMI ARC port on your TV has a very specific job
The distinction between various flavors of HDMI can get a bit technical.
Microsoft's unreleased cloud controller has been spotted in the wild and it's teeny
It reportedly uses Wi-Fi to directly connect to the Xbox Cloud Gaming service, for lower latency.
Spotify and its hosting platforms are adopting Apple's tech for video podcasts
HTTP Live Streaming support will let Apple Podcasts play Spotify-hosted video podcasts.
Noble Audio to launch FoKus Apollo Pro headset for $699
An extra $50 will get you even nicer materials on the already high-end headphones.
The Esports World Cup will reportedly move to Paris from Riyadh
Uncertainty in the Middle East is apparently forcing the location change.
The ChatGPT desktop app for Mac just got hit with a security breach
OpenAI found no evidence that user data was accessed.
New Google accounts may only get 5GB free storage unless you link a phone number
Google describes it as a regional test.
AMD will bring its next-generation FSR 4.1 upscaling tech to older GPUs
RNDA 3 players can start using it in over 300 games this July.
The original versions of Metro 2033 and Metro: Last Light land on GOG
These are the latest editions to the platform's game preservation program.
UK antitrust regulator is officially investigating Microsoft Office
It's examining whether or not the bundling of Word, Excel, Teams and Copilot is uncompetitive.
AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon join forces to eliminate mobile coverage dead zones
The rival carriers will pool resources to improve satellite capacity and boost connectivity in underserved areas.
Don't Touch the Snail is an anti-cozy game that takes permadeath to the next level
Once you die, you can never play again.
Ultrahuman Ring Pro review: The future of smart rings looks a lot like its present
The major innovations on the Ultrahuman Ring Pro are in its charging case.
Dell's new 14S and 16S are the replacement for its old Plus models
The new models are now available, with prices starting at $1,270.
Motorola Razr Fold review: A worthy rival to Google and Samsung
It even has native stylus support, which Samsung dropped on the Galaxy Z Fold 7.
Alienware's first affordable gaming laptop is arriving at the perfect time
The entry-level Alienware 15 starts at $1,299 with an AMD CPU or $1,349 for an Intel config.
Tech companies lobbied away stricter rules on gas-powered data centers
A corporate climate watchdog has dropped a rule proposal around clean energy certificates.
US reportedly allows 10 Chinese companies to buy NVIDIA's coveted H200 AI chips
But Reuters says NVIDIA has yet to make any deliveries.
Apple backs Google after EU orders Android be opened up to AI rivals
The company agrees with Google that it would put European users' privacy and safety at risk.
Microsoft is retiring Copilot Mode on Edge, because everything is Copilot Mode now
Copilot features are now available on Edge for mobile.
KitchenAid launches its first smart thermometer
There are single and dual probe models available.
Your Steam Controller might scream if you drop it
A Wilhelm one, no less.
X has a new private hub for users' bookmarks, likes, articles and long videos
The history tab might be the most useful feature X has added in forever.
LinkedIn is reportedly laying off five percent of its workforce
Marketing, engineering and product teams are among those affected, according to a leaked memo.
Meta employees are protesting the company's mouse tracking program
Last month, it said it would use employees' mouse movements and keystrokes to train AI models.
Instagram debuts a new disappearing-photo app called Instants
It's all about sharing candid snaps in the moment.
May's PS Plus Game Catalog additions include Red Dead Redemption 2 and Star Wars Outlaws
Premium members are also getting the classic arcade shooter Time Crisis.
Several Overwatch heroes are about to hit Fortnite
Epic Games might be doing more to mark Overwatch's 10th anniversary than Blizzard is.
Elon Musk just can't stop (potentially) violating the Clean Air Act
xAI has reportedly added 19 more unpermitted methane gas turbines to its latest data center site.
WhatsApp users can soon have private conversations with Meta AI
No one other than you will be able to read messages exchanged via Incognito Chat with Meta AI.
Denon Home 200, 400 and 600 review: Taking on Sonos
One of the best things these speakers have going for them is a reliable app.
Sony's A7R VI blends speed with a 67MP stacked sensor
It can now shoot at a stellar 30 fps with no blackout and capture 8K 30p video.
Canon's full-frame R6 V vlogging camera shoots up to 7K RAW video
It comes with a flip-out display and in-body stabilization, but no stacked sensor or electronic viewfinder.
Amazon made a version of Alexa just for shopping
Alexa for Shopping is an 'agentic AI assistant' for Amazon purchases
You can now visit Amazon.com on big-screen Echo Show displays
The full Amazon experience is available on Echo Show 15 and 21.
Sony's Xperia 1 VIII has bigger camera sensors and a new look
Once again, Sony doesn't have plans to release it in the US.
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
Family sues OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT advice led to accidental overdose
The complaint says ChatGPT started giving Sam Nelson advice about drug use with the launch of GPT-4o.
Asus ExpertBook Ultra Review | Portable, powerful, and delivers for professionals
Starting at 2,39,990, the ExpertBook Ultra promises to deliver across parameters. It targets high-profile business users who want power and portability in one device
HP launches its first tablet, brings new range of AI PCs and solutions in India
It unveiled the HP EliteBoard G1a AI keyboard PC that runs on AMD processors with up to 50 TOPS of NPU performance
Ai+ Smartphone launches its first flip smartphone NovaFlip 5G
NovaFlip 5G runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300X 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
Vivo X300 Ultra and Vivo X300 FE launched: Price, features and sale
Catering to premium segment buyers, the new Vivo X300 Ultra brings the ZEISS tuned lenses along with the extender kit, while the X300 FE offers similar features in a rather affordable pricing
CMF Watch 3 Pro smartwatch launched with AMOLED display
CMF Watch 3 Pro can also monitor heart rate and sleep, stress tracking, guided breathing exercises, hydration and inactivity reminders and womens health support
Instax Mini 13 Review | Instant fun, minimal evolution
The Fujifilm Instax Mini 13 builds on what already makes the series so popular: simplicity, nostalgia, and the fun of instant photography
HP HyperX OMEN 15 (2026) Review | A machine built for long-session stability
HyperX OMEN 15 (2026) reflects HPs attempt to refine that balance by transforming high-refresh visuals, AI-assisted tuning, and an unusually responsive keyboard
Samsung Galaxy A37 Review | A software-first, durability-focused smartphone
Starting at 41,999, the phone directly competes with the OnePlus Nord 6 and the Poco X8 Pro Max, both of which bring strong performance and battery advantages to the table
Apple beats earnings estimates with continued iPhone momentum
Apple has posted strong quarterly earnings, beating out Wall Street expectations
Poco X8 Pro Max Review | Powerful performance and premium hardware
Starting at 42,999, the phone makes a strong case for its Pro Max branding with a massive battery, a premium design, and powerful performance
