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PlayStation and Xbox are starting to tease their next-gen consoles
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Donald Trump will delay a looming TikTok ban for a third time
President Donald Trump will, once again, give TikTok a temporary reprieve as it faces another deadline to sell itself or face a ban in the United States. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed Tuesday that Trump will sign another executive order to extend the deadline. The latest extension this time for 90 days is now the third time Trump has punted on a looming TikTok ban since he took office in January . As he has said many times, President Trump does not want TikTok to go dark, Leavitt said in a statement reported by CNN . This extension will last 90 days, which the Administration will spend working to ensure this deal is closed so that the American people can continue to use TikTok with the assurance that their data is safe and secure. US officials are presumably still negotiating terms of a potential deal that would allow TikTok to remain operational in the United States, though there's been little news on that front since the last extension in April. A number of potential buyers are interested in acquiring TikTok's US business, but officials in China would need to sign off on any agreement. In April, several reports suggested that a deal would likely involve the company's existing US investors rolling over their stakes into a new entity. Those talks were derailed by Trump's tariffs on Chinese imports. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/social-media/donald-trump-will-delay-a-looming-tiktok-ban-for-a-third-time-231757522.html?src=rss
You Can Download the iOS 26 Developer Beta Right Now. Here's How to Get It on Your iPhone
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Prime Day 2025: Early Deals Have Already Started, but Could Tariffs Cut Into the Savings?
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X sues New York over hate speech disclosure law
Social media company X has filed a lawsuit against the state of New York over a law governing hate speech. The social network's Global Government Affairs account posted about the suit, claiming the law's required disclosures infringe on First Amendment protections for free speech. The Stop Hiding Hate Act, which is slated to take effect this week, would require social media companies to report on how they define and moderate content including hate speech, misinformation, disinformation, harassment and foreign political influence. X sued California in 2023 about a similar state-level law regarding content moderation. A panel from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals put a hold on the lower court's initial ruling in favor of California. While the law did endure, a settlement between the state and the company at the start of 2025 led to the elimination of the provisions that X claimed were unconstitutional. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/social-media/x-sues-new-york-over-hate-speech-disclosure-law-214655414.html?src=rss
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Bring your business to the next level with this AI tool, now $50 (Reg. $300)
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Apples most affordable M4 MacBook Pro just dropped $200 at Amazon, now $1,399
After seeing some higher-end configurations drop in price significantly this morning, Amazon has now brought back the $200 discount on the most affordable 14-inch M4 MacBook Pro. Regularly $1,599, youll now find both the silver and Space Black models down at $1,399 shipped . more
Still live: All four colors of the new 11-inch iPad (A16) are back down at $299 shipped
Update: While we did see the yellow and pink colorways very briefly drop to $278 or so, those deals were very short-lived and never landed on the silver and blue options. All four colorways are now back down at $299 shipped via Amazon. Details below in the original post. Previously limited to just the blue and yellow colors, Amazon is now offering all four shades of Apples new iPad (A16) down at the $299 shipped all-time low. It might not be the powerful M4 iPad Pro or the M3 series iPad Air (also now at all-time low pricing), but this is a brand new iPad that just released a couple months ago at under $300. more
Xbox's AMD partnership sheds light on the future of the division's ecosystem
Microsoft has no plans to get out of the console business anytime soon. The company has been reiterating for a while that it's going to make at least one more generation of Xbox consoles. It's now been confirmed that AMD will power the upcoming hardware, as it did with the Xbox Series X/S . Xbox president Sarah Bond made the announcement in a short video . Under the multi-year partnership, Xbox and AMD are advancing the state of art in gaming silicon to deliver the next generation of graphics innovation; to unlock a deeper level of visual quality; and immersive gameplay and player experiences enhanced with the power of AI, all while maintaining compatibility with your existing library of Xbox games, Bond said. A leaked presentation from May 2022 (which was part of the massive Xbox leak the following year) indicated that Microsoft had yet to make a decision about the processor and GPU for the next Xbox console(s), suggesting in one slide that it planned to strike an agreement with AMD to supply those and in another that it yet had to make an Arm64 decision. As we now know, the company is doubling down with AMD. Microsoft On the surface, the AMD agreement is the main news coming out of Bond's announcement. But, if you read between the lines, there are lots of other interesting details to tease out from what she said in the short video. For one thing, the AI aspect of Bond's carefully crafted statement lines up with details in the leak (and other developments ) about Microsoft embracing artificial intelligence and machine learning in future Xbox games, including for things like AI agents. So the company is likely to keep going down that path. Bond said that Microsoft and AMD will co-engineer silicon across a portfolio of devices including our next-generation Xbox consoles, in your living room and in your hands, implying that the company is planning more handhelds beyond the Xbox-branded ROG devices that are coming later this year. Those are also powered by AMD. In addition, Bond said the next-gen of Xbox devices will maintain compatibility with your existing library of Xbox games. Xbox has made a commitment to backward compatibility, but that's still welcome to hear. Those are fairly interesting nuggets, no doubt, but there were two other things Bond said that I think are starting to shed more light on the future of the Xbox ecosystem. First, she said that her team is uilding you a gaming platform thats always with you, so you can play the games you want across devices anywhere you want, delivering you an Xbox experience not locked to a single store or tied to one device. That single store phrasing is a chin stroker, especially in light of the new user interface Xbox is making for the ROG handhelds. The Windows-powered devices won't only allow users to play games from the Xbox PC app, Xbox consoles via remote play and the cloud. They'll integrate games from other PC storefronts, such as Battle.net (which is run by Microsoft-owned Activision Blizzard), Steam, GOG and more. Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass users have long had access to EA Play games as part of their subscriptions. Ubisoft+ is on Xbox consoles too . Microsoft Perhaps this concept of not being locked to a single store will start to work in other ways. Valve said a few years ago that it would be happy to integrate Game Pass into Steam , for instance. Likewise, Microsoft has said it would welcome Steam and the Epic Games Store app onto its PC app store (though Valve and Epic probably wouldn't want to give Microsoft a cut of game sales). Maybe we might finally see those come to fruition in the next few years. But how might those integrations work on an Xbox console? Bond hinted at that too. She said Xbox is working closely with the Windows team to ensure that Windows is the number one platform for gaming. Sure, that could be a reference to PC gaming. But Bond didn't explicitly state that, which has me wondering if the next Xbox console might be more of a Windows PC that sits under your TV. That would align with comments made a few months back by Jez Corden of Windows Central , who said the next Xbox is a PC, in essence, but with a TV-friendly shell. As with the likes of the Steam Deck and other handheld PCs, this would potentially give game developers a specific set of specifications to work with (though ensuring their games are optimized for as many desktop and laptop configurations as possible will still be a complex task). Perhaps the user interface Xbox is debuting on the Ally X devices is a sign of things to come on larger displays. Moreover, the Xbox and Windows teams are stripping out unnecessary aspects of the operating system in the Xbox Ally handhelds to make them run more efficiently. What's to stop them from doing the same in the next Xbox console? That could enable Xbox to offer a more unified ecosystem across all platforms, while streamlining things for developers who want to make games for both PC and Xbox. Don't forget that Microsoft has been making a real effort to make Windows run more smoothly on ARM-based processors as part of its Copilot+ PC push. We might have to wait two or three more years to get a fuller sense of Microsoft's vision for the future of Xbox consoles. But it certainly has the opportunity to knit its platforms more closely together and make playing Xbox (and PC) games across devices a more seamless experience. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/xbox/xboxs-amd-partnership-sheds-light-on-the-future-of-the-divisions-ecosystem-200940253.html?src=rss
Timeless Burton Goods Heritage leather Apple Watch strap drops to $51 w/ this code (Reg. $80)
Just after featuring an exclusive deal on the brand new Burton Goods Slim Leather Magnetic Case for M4 iPad Pro , we also have a notable offer on its timeless Heritage Leather Strap. While I am personally a big fan of its Ultra leather strap , the Heritage model is even more traditional in the best way possible and you can now score a deep 37% price drop using our BG15 code at checkout. Details below. more
Bungie delays Marathon indefinitely
Marathon isn't coming in September after all. Bungie said on Tuesday that it's delaying the shooter indefinitely. We're using this time to empower the team to create the intense, high-stakes experience that a title like Marathon is built around, the company wrote . Bungie wants to incorporate player feedback from the game's closed alpha playtest. (It ran from April 23 to May 4.) The company will continue closed testing over the next few months. The developer wants to drill down on what makes the game uniquely compelling. Bungie views this as a blend of survival, mystery, raid-like endgame challenges and combat. Adding more challenging AI encounters is also a priority. Ditto for enhanced visual fidelity and a darker tone that's more like the '90s originals . Bungie Last month, the game made headlines for the wrong reasons. Bungie admitted that Marathon 's alpha version used stolen artwork . The developer said a former artist on its team pinched the assets without its knowledge. That incident wasn't mentioned in today's statement. Still, it's easy to imagine that could have played a part in the decision. Delays are never fun for those eager to play. However, early testers had plenty of criticism. Through every comment and real-time conversation on social media and Discord, your voice has been strong and clear, Bungie wrote. We've taken this to heart, and we know we need more time to craft Marathon into the game that truly reflects your passion. So, it sounds like the delay could be a wise decision in the long run. Bungie says it will provide its next update, along with a new release date, this fall. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/bungie-delays-marathon-indefinitely-190832450.html?src=rss
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Facebook videos are all just going to be reels now
Facebook is once again rebranding the video section of its app. This time, the tab formerly known as video , which was also once called watch , will become eels. The change comes as the company says that all video on the social network will now fall under the umbrella of eels regardless of how long the clip is or how it was shot. According to Meta , the change will make things simpler for users and creators sharing video clips on the platform. Previously, users had to decide whether they wanted a given video to be a eel, shorter clips that are recommended throughout the Facebook app, or a video, which also included live and longer-form content, as well as video posts intended only for friends. Now, that distinction will no longer matter. While reels was once explicitly meant for shortform videos of one minute or less, Meta has gradually expanded the format. On Instagram, Reels can now be up to three minutes long. On Facebook, there will be no upper limit on how long a eel can be. Youll be able to create and share reels of any length or orientation, whether its a quick, 30-second vertical clip or an in-depth, 20-minute plus horizontal episode, Meta explains . This change could end up being slightly confusing as most people are used to eels being shorter, vertical clips rather than long episodes. It's also notably different from how video functions on Instagram, where reels still have time constraints. It could also raise questions from a privacy standpoint as reels are typically public posts, while many Facebook users upload video they only want to share with their existing friends (Meta says it will prompt users to revisit their privacy settings once the change rolls out to ensure their clips only make it to the intended audience.) Meta notes that the changes will be rolling out slowly in the coming months, so people will have some time to adjust to the new format. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/social-media/facebook-videos-are-all-just-going-to-be-reels-now-185807805.html?src=rss
Score a Galaxy Watch 7 at $100 off before Samsung abandons the round case for good, deals from $200
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Lenovos no-frills 14-inch laptop sleeve is only $7 at Amazon right now (50% off)
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Waymo expands service area around San Francisco and Los Angeles
Waymo is expanding its service area in two major metropolitan parts of California, according to a report by TechCrunch . The company is bringing its robotaxis to several new cities and neighborhoods around Los Angeles and San Francisco. Beginning today, riders along the San Francisco Peninsula in cities like Brisbane, South San Francisco, San Bruno, Millbrae and Burlingame will be able to try out a Waymo driverless cab. The same goes for Silicon Valley locations like Palo Alto and Menlo Park. Ride to more places in the Bay and LA. Starting today in SF, with new areas coming to LA later this week. Download the Waymo One app to see our new service areas. pic.twitter.com/delkMqkO4k Waymo (@Waymo) June 17, 2025 The greater Los Angeles area gets an expansion on June 18. Robotaxis will be available in neighborhoods like Echo Park, Silver Lake, Ladera Heights and Playa del Rey. They will also run through the entirety of Sunset Boulevard. The company says this recent expansion will grow its operational borders in both regions by around 80 square miles. This brings the total coverage area in California to 250 square miles, following other expansions throughout the state . Waymo recently boasted that it reached a milestone of 10 million paid rides , with 250,000 weekly rides in all four of its US markets. The Waymo One service also operates in Phoenix and Austin. This is a decent metric, considering the company ditched its waitlist and began offering rides to the public just last year. On the road again: As Waymo prepares for broader scale, we're embarking on our largest road trip to date, visiting 10+ cities in 2025. First up: Las Vegas and San Diego. Read more about how our road trips help advance the Waymo Driver's AI: https://t.co/96XzLSFV8O pic.twitter.com/UDCWOCkVOk Waymo (@Waymo) January 29, 2025 The company plans on testing its driverless system in 10 new cities this year, including Las Vegas and San Diego. It has also announced that it'll begin offering driverless taxi rides in Washington DC in 2026 . Waymo hasn't abandoned the rest of the world. It started testing robotaxis in Tokyo earlier this year . The company is also planning on more than doubling its fleet of vehicles. Waymo currently operates 1,500 Jaguar I-Pace SUVs. with 2,000 joining the fleet in the next year or so. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/transportation/waymo-expands-service-area-around-san-francisco-and-los-angeles-180811473.html?src=rss
Waymo Expands Its Self-Driving Service Throughout California. Here's Everything to Know
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Alienwares 2025 Aurora R16 desktops with RTX 5070 Ti GPU are now $400 off from $1,700
We are now tracking a deal at Dell that gets you Alienwares latest Aurora R16 desktop with Ultra 7 265F/16GB/1TB/5070 Ti config for $1,699.99 shipped . Thats straight up a $400 discount on its usual going rate, and the lowest we can find. Alternatively, you can also get the 32GB RAM/1TB SSD config for $1,899.99 shipped , which is also $400 less than its $2,300 usual going rate. Both configurations offer powerful specs, and considering theyre currently priced lower than some models with just an RTX 5070 , this is a solid time to make your move. Head below for more details. more
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Apple Adds M4 MacBook Air To Refurbished Store With 15% Discount
Apple has begun selling refurbished units of the M4 MacBook Air through its official refurbished store . These units are now available at a discount of approximately 15% off the original MSRP , providing a more budget-friendly option for consumers interested in the latest model. Refurbished M4 MacBook Airs are available starting at $849 , and include base specifications such as a 256GB SSD and 16GB of RAM . They are offered in all four color options: Sky Blue, Starlight, Midnight , and Silver . As of now, 15-inch models are not listed but are expected to be added soon. Apples refurbished program is well-regarded for its quality standards. Each device undergoes a thorough inspection and component replacement process, ensuring the product functions like new. Buyers also receive a one-year limited warranty , identical to new purchases, and can optionally add AppleCare+ for extended coverage. Refurbished M4 MacBook Air models start at $849, and are available in all colors: Sky Blue, Starlight, Midnight, and Silver. In comparison to other retailers, the value proposition depends on the configuration. For instance, Amazon is currently selling new M4 MacBook Airs at the same starting price of $849 . Amazon also offers the 15-inch variant at $1049 , potentially giving consumers similar pricing with brand-new packaging and immediate availability. However, Apples refurbished store shines in offering higher-end configurations at discounted rates. For example, a 13-inch M4 MacBook Air with 1TB storage and 32GB of RAM is listed at $1529 in the refurbished store, which presents significant savings for users seeking more advanced specs. Earlier this week, Apple also added other refurbished products, including the Apple Watch Ultra 2 in Black and Mac Studio models equipped with M4 Max and M3 Ultra chips. Overall, Apples refurbished store remains a solid option for consumers looking for cost-effective access to newer Apple hardware , especially for those seeking premium configurations not commonly discounted elsewhere. While some base models may be found at similar prices through third-party retailers, the official refurbished units come with Apples warranty and support , providing peace of mind for buyers. Apple Adds M4 MacBook Air To Refurbished Store With 15% Discount , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
Googles Gemini AI family updated with stable 2.5 Pro, super-efficient 2.5 Flash-Lite
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Weve secured another exclusive deal from Wellbots on the Mango Power E Portable Power Station for $999 shipped , after using the exclusive code 9TO5MANGO600 at checkout . Its already been cut down to $1,599 from its $3,799 price tag, with the additional $600 in savings from our exclusive code taking things even further. While it lands $100 above the all-time low from our previous mention in mid-March, youre still looking at the second-best price we have tracked, which gives you a total $2,800 in savings on a power station with some serious backup power. more
Anker 112W 6-Port USB-C Desktop Charger Buy for $30 (Reg. $40) What we love While it wont break any charging speed records, this is an affordable way to top off a bunch of gear at up to 30W. At my desk Ive got both a wireless keyboard and mouse that need charged from time to time. Theres also a game controller, earbuds, and more. This is why I have one of Ankers chargers on my desk and can easily recommend adding something like it to most setups. more
Targets weeklong Prime Day competitor sale will start on July 13, heres what we know so far
As we reported previously, Amazon is once again winding up to unleash its first Prime Day event of the year and we now have official confirmation it will kick off the four-day sale event on July 8. This also traditionally indicates some major sales from the competition, including the likes of Best Buy and Walmart, but according to our sources, the next Target Circle Week is getting ready to take on the Prime Day event on July 13. more
Threads adds new dedicated feed for fediverse content
Metas Threads is deepening its integration with the fediverse , a collection of decentralized social media platforms that includes Mastodon . Starting today, users who have enabled sharing to the fediverse in Threads will be able to see posts from federated accounts that they follow. These posts will now appear in a dedicated feed. From this feed, users can now search for federated users from within Threads. These posts will populate in reverse chronological order, ensuring the newest posts from accounts you follow appear first. Decentralized platforms currently compatible with Threads include Mastodon, Bookwyrm, WriteFreely and more, with Meta hoping more services will sign on in the future. When searching for fediverse accounts, simply input their username and corresponding service into the search bar, such as @flipboard@flipboard.social, and if an exact match exists, their profile will appear alongside the fediverse icon. Meta has spent the last year working on building the fediverse into the Threads experience, and the company says that Threads has interacted with over 75 percent of all fediverse servers since sharing to the fediverse was launched a year ago. The social media conglomerate states that its goal remains to grow the fediverse responsibly, prioritizing the success of a safe community from multiple platforms and with multiple points of view. Integrations like the features being launched today, however, make it much easier for the companys users to see federated posts without ever navigating away from Threads to do so. Furthermore, fediverse engagement on Threads remains an opt-in feature, and replies you receive to posts shared in the fediverse are still not integrated into Threads. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/threads-adds-new-dedicated-feed-for-fediverse-content-174105370.html?src=rss
Jell-O and Kool-Aid Will No Longer Contain Artificial Dyes. This Is What's Replacing Them.
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Todays Android app deals and freebies: PARANORMASIGHT, Sun Origin, Methods, more
This afternoons lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll. Alongside all of the Google Play offers, we have some notable hardware deals today on Samsungs 180MB/s 1TB PRO Plus microSD card , the wireless Ring Battery Doorbell , Nothings retro-modern CMF Buds Pro 2 , a new all-time low on the Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 , and the unlocked Galaxy S25 Ultra at $300 off . Be sure to scope out all of these freebie SEGA classics and then head below for the rest of todays best Android game and app deals. more
Just $8 gets your iPhone on the dash with UGREENs MagSafe car vent mount (20% off)
UGREEN MagSafe Car Vent Mount Buy for $8 (Reg. $10) Clip the on-page 20% off coupon. What we love Most of the time, its totally fine to just leave your iPhone in a pocket or bag when youre driving, but if you dont have wireless CarPlay a MagSafe mount can be the next best thing. This solution grips can quickly latch onto a vent and provide you with a spot to lock your iPhone in place so you dont wind up trying to fumble around for it while driving. more
You Can Now Generate ChatGPT Images by Texting a 1-800 Number on WhatsApp
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mophies 15W Qi2 MagSafe travel charger is back down to its lowest price today at just $18 (39% off)
Amazon is now offering mophies 15W Qi2 wireless MagSafe charger for $18.19 with free shipping for Prime members or on orders over $35. Regularly priced at $30, this deal takes 39% off and marks a $12 discount matching the lowest price we first tracked for it earlier this year in April. This is a good option to consider if youre looking for a simple MagSafe charger to wirelessly top off your device, and you can learn more about it in detail below. more
DJ Furby Elongates the Classic Toy With a Literal Glow Up
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Peak Design's new tripods take aim at the professional set
Peak Design is building on the success of its innovative Travel Tripod . The photography accessory maker is launching a new Pro Tripod on Kickstarter. The latest model comes in three flavors: Pro Lite, Pro and Pro Tall. As you might expect, their prices dwarf that of the (already expensive) Travel Tripod. The Pro Tripod is scaled up for greater stiffness and maximum height. It has stronger legs, an all-CNC-machined hub and a anged center column. This results in double the weight capacity of the Travel Tripod, which supports 20 lbs. The new Pro Tripod and Pro Tall Tripod each support 40 lbs. Meanwhile, the Pro Lite Tripod handles a bit less at 35 lbs. Peak Design When packed, the Pro models take up more space than the Travel model, but they'll still easily fit in a backpack. The Pro and Pro Lite Tripods measure just under 20 inches. The Pro Tall Tripod folds down to 22.9 inches. The Pro and Pro Tall models weigh just over 4 lbs, while the Pro Lite weighs 3.7 lbs. Peak Design is also selling new accessories for those with the most demanding needs. The tilt mod will be essential for those who need the smoothest video. It converts the Pro line's standard ball head into a fluid pan-and-tilt one. The Pro Leveling Base enables quick leveling on uneven terrain. And the Pro Spike Feet will help the tripod grip slippery or loose ground. Peak Design If you thought the Travel Tripod was expensive, well, brace yourself. The Pro Lite Tripod is estimated to cost $800. The Pro Tripod is expected to cost $900. And the Pro Tall Tripod will retail for approximately $1,000. They're estimated prices since the products are only now arriving on Kickstarter. But, as is often the case with crowdfunding, pledging early will get you a discount. If you're aghast at the pricing, well, that's entirely understandable. But consider that Peak Design is truly targeting professionals here. It isn't uncommon to see tripods from brands like RRS and Gitzo crack the $1,000 barrier. Engadget plans to review the Pro Tripod to see how it stands up (sorry) to pro-level needs. The Pro Lite Tripod is expected to ship in October. Meanwhile, the company is aiming for February 2026 for the Pro and Pro Tall models. You can learn more in the video below and on the Kickstarter page . This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/cameras/peak-designs-new-tripods-take-aim-at-the-professional-set-165843064.html?src=rss
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Score three colorways of classic aviator sunglasses at $6 per pair (20% off)
3-pack of KALIYADI Classic Aviator Sunglasses Buy for $17.50 (Reg. $22) What we love When I find a style that I like, I tend to score a few different colorways so I can easily shake things up. This deal on sunglasses does it all in one go. You nail down the classic look of aviators in three colorways: black, blue, and silver. This paves the way for you to have casual and more dressy options ready and waiting for when you need them. more
We have already brought you todays best App Store deals you can find them right here , but we wanted touch down quickly with a host of classic SEGA freebies. Reports suggest SEGA is about to discontinue support for a host of its classic games ported to iOS and Android, but it has also made them all FREE and removed in-app purchase requirements as well. You might want to go score them all now while you can do so without dropping a dime. Check them out below. more
I Used AI to Shop for Anime Merch in Tokyo video
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Stock up on five of Ankers 100W USB-C charging cables for the whole family at $3.60 each
Anker 100W USB-C Charging Cable 5-Pack Buy for $18 (Reg. $24) What we love Its always convenient to have plenty of USB-C charging cables at the ready in todays world, and with this 5-pack you can guarantee you or your family can be covered and never left without. Each cable comes wrapped in a nylon exterior for improved durability, giving you 6 feet of reach and delivering up to 100W charging speeds. more
Junes Game Pass additions include Remedy co-op shooter FBC: Firebreak
Microsofts Game Pass is having a very impressive 2025 where the quality and cadence of releases is concerned, and things are showing no signs of slowing down as we settle into the summer months. Highlights of the June lineup include co-op FPS FBC: Firebreak , which joins the service today, Sloclaps highly-anticipated soccer game, Rematch , and a trio of Warcraft remasters. Lets start with probably the most significant addition. Back in May, Engadgets Jessica Conditt got to play Remedys FBC: Firebreak and was tentatively optimistic about what is a pretty major genre-shift for the studio known for single-player games such as Alan Wake and Control ( Firebreak is set in the same location as the latter). The important building blocks of a great co-operative shooter were there, and the hope is that Remedy has polished up the experience ahead of launch. FBC: Firebreak also joins PS Plus today as a day one release for both platforms, which should hopefully help get it off the ground. Also joining today is Lost in Random: The Eternal Die , a roguelite spin-off of 2021s Lost in Random , that has more than a hint of Hades about it judging by screenshots and fast-paced gameplay clips weve seen in the runup to launch. Another notable Game Pass additions arrives on June 19. Rematch is a soccer game that eschews the more sim-like approach of EA Sports FC in favor of an arcade-style spin on the worlds most popular sport. Matches are 5v5, and you only control one player on your team. There are no offsides, no fouls and no breaks in play, so referees wont bail you out when something doesnt go your way. Rematch is the latest game from the Paris-based indie studio Sloclap, who made the incredibly stylish kung fu game, Sifu . Its no surprise, then, that Rematch s almost impressionist aesthetic is just as easy on the eye. Its also a big month for Game Pass ever-growing catalogue of Activision Blizzard games, with the remastered versions of Warcraft I and Warcraft II , as well as Warcraft III: Reforged all being added on June 26. Call of Duty: WWII joins them on June 30. As we head into July, Game Pass subscribers can download or stream Little Nightmares II and Rise of the Tomb Raider , which returns to Microsofts service ahead of the games 10th anniversary in November. You can check out the full list of announcements here. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/xbox/junes-game-pass-additions-include-remedy-co-op-shooter-fbc-firebreak-163131482.html?src=rss
You can refuel MacBook Air with this 9-in-1 outlet extender thanks to 30W USB-C at $20 (Save 23%)
Addtam 9-in-1 30W USB-C Outlet Extender Buy for $20 (Reg. $26) What we love Outlet extenders can really come in clutch when youre running low on wall outlets. Over the last year or so, weve seen more and more of them come with USB-A and Type-C ports in tow. Often these ports arent very powerful, but this unit steps things up with up to 30W charging speeds, which is enough for a MacBook Air and many other devices. more
Through its official Amazon storefront, REDTIGER is offering its budget-friendly F7NP Front and Rear Dash Cam for $89.99 shipped. Normally going for $130 at full price these days, it kept above $120 until May rolled around, after which weve been seeing regular returns to this $90 low, most often in the form of short-term Lightning sales. You can pick one up for your vehicle with a $40 markdown while the savings last, giving you the lowest price we have tracked. more
3-pack JSAUX tempered glass screen protectors for Switch 2 Buy for $5 (Reg. $10) Enter promo code SWITCH2GO for $5 off at checkout. What we love If youre looking to protect your Switch 2, this discounted 3-pack of tempered glass screen protectors is a good option to consider. Its from a well-known brand for gaming accessories and screen protectors, it even comes with an installation frame for easy setup. At just $1.65 per piece, its an affordable way to keep your Switch 2s display in pristine condition. more
This aluminum MagSafe desk stand with a rotating base just fell to $11.50 Prime shipped (Reg. $16)
OMOTON Rotating MagSafe Desk Stand Buy for $11.50 (Reg. $16) What we love While smartphone stands have been around forever, MagSafe stands have not. Were talking a few years, and boy, I still love how streamlined they look. Theres something so satisfying about snapping my iPhone onto a stand that boasts an incredibly minimalistic design. This unit certainly fits that bill and offers a couple of notable features that range from a metal build to a base that rotates. more
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Over at Amazon, you can pick up the Greenworks 24V 12-inch Cordless Compact Chainsaw for $129.99 shipped, with the price also matching directly from the brands website . Normally carrying a $190 price tag, its been more often returning to a $183 high at Amazon, while discounts have mostly kept costs above $140 until this month, when the savings have taken the price lower to $130. The deal here is the best we have tracked over the last 12 months, cutting $70 off the MSRP and giving you a more compact means to clean up after any upcoming storms. more
Samsungs 180MB/s 1TB PRO Plus microSD card + adapter combo just hit a new all-time low at $70
As part of its now-live BILD Expo deals , B&H is offering Samsungs 1TB PRO Plus microSD card for $69.99 shipped . This 1TB model debuted around this time last year with a $120 price tag, but its typically been selling for around $90 at Amazon and Samsungs online store . It dipped to $80 earlier this year, but todays deal at B&H takes an extra $10 off, bringing it down to a new all-time low. Its available in 128GB , 256GB , and 512GB capacities, and theyre all discounted right now as well at B&H with prices starting at just $16.99 shipped . Head below for more details. more
Peel, stick, and boom, your cables are organized with 10 spring-loaded clips at $9 (Reg. $13)
10-pack of LISEN Spring-Loaded Cable Clips Buy for $9 (Reg. $13) Clip the on-page 10% off coupon. What we love I love these things. These are a product that can quickly resolve everyday annoyances. Just peel and stick and boom, youve got a way to lock a cable in place. These are great for tidying up a desk, nightstand, and so much more. With 10 in tow, youll likely have some left over that will bail you out in the future as well. more
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Reebok Fathers Day Sale takes up to 50% off running shoes, sneakers, apparel, more from $5
Reebok offers up to 50% off select styles for Fathers Day with code BMSM at checkout. Customers receive complimentary delivery on orders of $75 or more. A standout from this sale is the Cityride Running Shoes for men that are currently marked down to $32 and originally sold for $70. These shoes are available in five color options and have a slip-on design thanks to their sock-like fit and pull tabs. Theyre lightweight and comfy with a cushioned midsole thats great for everyday runs or just running errands. Plus, the breathable upper keeps your feet cool while still looking clean and sporty. Find even more deals by heading below, or you can shop the entire sale here . more
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Nissan unveils the third-generation Leaf EV
Nissan has unveiled its third-generation Leaf EV with a completely new design. The 2026 model sheds the last vestiges of its original compact car body and leans fully into crossover SUV territory. The new look offers some design features that are commonly seen in the all-electric vehicle marketplace, allowing it to compete against other models in its class. These include available dual 14.3-inch displays, flush door handles for better aerodynamics, and liquid-cooled lithium-ion batteries. The new Leaf is also the latest EV to adopt the NACS charging port after Tesla made it open-source in 2022. Since then, just about every major automaker from Ford to Mercedes has adopted the standard, with these brands getting access to Tesla's Supercharger network on a rolling basis. For added convenience, a J1772 port, the most common standard for Level 2 chargers, is included on the driver's-side fender. The Leaf's video announcement highlights bi-directional V2X technology that allows drivers to power their homes, send power to the grid, or provide power when camping, though details are sparse. In the same video, Nissans head of global design, Alfonso Albaisa, explains the lengths the company went to in making the car as aerodynamic as possible in order to achieve the cars stated 300-mile range. The rear door handles, for instance, are built into the C-pillar, which could make for an awkward angle when trying to open the door with your hands full. The body of the Leaf has a chunky, SUV-like stance, with a wide front reminiscent of the Volkswagen ID.4. In the end, all these design choices helped the new Leaf reduce its drag coefficient by 10 percent from the previous generation. Nissan Nissan is also bringing the new Leaf's battery thermal management to par with other major EV brands , which will improve charging performance in cold weather . The car will capture wasted heat from the drive motor and the on-board charger, and use it to help warm the battery to its ideal temperature for charging. In frigid conditions it can also use the car's heat pump, and a dedicated battery heater to further maintain battery temperatures. Design easter eggs throughout the car pay homage to the brands name by incorporating 2-3 iconography in the form of stripes, which are meant to represent the kanji writing of two and three in Japanese, pronounced ni and san. The new Leaf is built on a 75-kWh, liquid-cooled battery pack and packs a 214-horsepower electric motor. It will be offered in a wide variety of color options along with a slew of optional features like 19-inch wheels, dimming panoramic roof and 64-color ambient lighting. Built-in Google integrating Google Maps, Google Assistant and the Play Store into the Leaf is also an available option. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto will be standard on the Leaf S and S+. Nissan says a cheaper 52-kWh version with a 174-horsepower motor will become available at a later date. This major redesign comes amid a turbulent last year for Nissan, culminating in its CEO stepping down after a failed merger with Honda . The automaker had previously gone through a downsizing last year as part of its mission to cut billions of dollars in costs. The 2026 Nissan Leaf will hit showrooms this fall, though pricing has yet to be announced. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/transportation/evs/nissan-unveils-the-third-generation-leaf-ev-145620303.html?src=rss
Its hard to go wrong with this 65W 2-port USB-C wall charger at only $16 Prime shipped (40% off)
INIU 65W 2-Port USB-C Wall Charger Buy for $16 (Reg. $27) Clip the on-page 40% off coupon. What we love Ready to top off a MacBook and all sorts of other devices at up to 65W, todays markdown delivers some serious value at just $16. Generally speaking, this is the price youd pay for something with around 30W or 45W of available charging power. Another perk is that this offers two ports instead of just one. more
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Official Apple 140W USB-C Power Adapter: $50 new or $39 open-box (Reg. $99)
Update 6/17: While the new deal below is still live, youll now find open-box units of the Apple 140W USB-C Power Adapter down at $38.79 Prime shipped via Woot. Ships with a 1-year Apple warranty. Update: This deal from mid-May is now live once again . Details below in the original post. For some folks, purchasing Apples first-party wall chargers is just too pricey, and we get it. Often times you can find units with the same or similar charging specs for significantly less. But for those with a penchant for Apples clean white accessories, todays nearly 50% in savings on the official Apple 140W USB-C Power Adapter courtesy of Woot is certainly worth a look. more
Amazon is now offering the best post-launch pricing weve seen on the Segway ZT3 Pro eKickScooter at $914.99 shipped, which beats out the brands direct website pricing by $85 . This model normally carries a $1,100 price tag at Amazon and a higher $1,300 MSRP direct from the brand. The discounts weve seen often keep things near or above $1,000, while there have been occasional falls lower, usually to $950, though there was a single short-lived drop to $920 back in March. Todays deal is bringing a total 30% markdown off the MSRP, giving you $385 in savings off buying it directly from Segway for the best price we have tracked since its $900 preorder low back in September 2024. more
Alaska Issued Its First Heat Advisory, and Only 2% of Homes Have AC
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A titanium build headlines this anywhere MagSafe mount, grab two for $9.50 each (30% off)
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Amazfit Active 2 Square Debuts With 1.75-Inch AMOLED Display and Up to 10 Days Battery Life
Amazfit has launched the Active 2 Square smartwatch in a single Black colour option. It features a 1.75-inch AMOLED display and has Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity. It is equipped with the BioTracker 6.0 PPG sensor for tracking heart rate and SpO2 levels. The watch supports over 160 sports modes and packs a 260mAh battery.
Our top air purifier is $35 off in an early Prime Day deal
We now know that the 2025 edition of Amazon's blockbuster Prime Day sales event will start on July 8, and it's set to be bigger than ever as it will run for four days. But you don't need to wait until then for tasty deals. There will be plenty in the lead up to the event, including this one for the Levoit Core 400S air purifier . At $185, the device is $35 off. It's not quite the lowest price we've seen for this model. However, it's not too far off that mark of $176. The Levoit Core 400S is our current pick for the best air purifier overall . Sure, it might not have the prettiest design of all the options we have tested and the companion app might have a little too much going on. But the Core 400S does its job and does it well. This smart air purifier is slated to clean the atmosphere in spaces of up to 1,733 square feet in as little as one hour. The Core 400S has a cylindrical shape with vents at the top and a touch display that shows air quality readings. You'll be able to get a sense of the current air quality in your space at a glance with a color-changing ring that will light up in blue, green, orange or red. The 360-degree filtration system is said to be capable of capturing over 99.9 percent of pollutants as small as 0.3 microns, such as dust, pet dander and pollen. There is an auto mode that should suffice for maintaining air quality, but the Core 400S is compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant voice controls too. The fan isn't too loud, even when it's operating at maximum speed the volume topped out at 62dB in our testing. Meanwhile, at $50 each, the air filter replacements aren't too expensive compared with those from many of Levoit's competitors. Follow @EngadgetDeals on X for the latest tech deals and buying advice . This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/our-top-air-purifier-is-35-off-in-an-early-prime-day-deal-143224919.html?src=rss
Samsungs Exynos 2500 SoC Confirmed to Feature Satellite Connectivity Ahead of Galaxy Z Flip 7 Launch
Samsungs Exynos 2500 system-on-a-chip (SoC) is now confirmed to feature satellite connectivity for emergency messaging. The confirmation came from Skylo, a US-based non-terrestrial network (NTN) provider, on Monday. This is the second confirmed information about the South Korean tech giants next-generation 3nm processor, whose development was first announced last year.
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Satechi launches new 40Gbps USB4 Slim NVMe SSD Enclosure for M4 Mac mini and more
Satechi already makes one of the nicest accessories for your M4 Mac mini with its Stand & Hubfeaturing an SSD enclosure, but the options are expanding starting today. The brand has now launched its new USB4 Slim NVMe SSD Enclosure featuring a design, fit, and form-factor made specifically with the M4 Mac mini in mind. Now available for purchase at $119.99 directly from the official site, you can get more details down below. more
DJIs Osmo Mobile 6 smartphone gimbal is down to its lowest price of the year at $97
Amazon is currently offering the DJI Osmo Mobile 6 3-axis smartphone gimbal in Slate Gray for $96.90 shipped. This particular model has fetched as much as $139 in recent months, but has more recently settled around $109. Todays deal drops it by an additional $12, bringing it to the lowest price weve seen so far this year. Its also one of the lowest prices weve tracked overall, and its just $8 above its all-time low. You can also get this in Platinum Gray color , though it is currently going $103.80 shipped with a lighter deal. Head below for more details. more
Nintendo Direct Livestream Featuring Donkey Kong Bananza Announced for June 18
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End of Abyss is when Metroidvania meets space horror
Youd assume that the latest game from the studio that made Little Nightmares 2 is going to be a bit spooky and dark, and Section 9s End of Abyss is that. However, it's also a little easier to describe and explain: an atmospheric sci-fi shooter with Metroidvania-style exploration. While there's no shortage of Metroidvanias to draw inspiration from, when I played a demo at SGF 2025, all I could think of was Alien . It might be the scanner, which the protagonist can use to glean information, spot hidden items and tag room details for further exploration once youve got new skills or weapons. Mattias Ottvall, co-creator of the game, praised my tendency to scan everything , which netted me several secret item caches during my demo playthrough. Youll have to tag between the scanner and your gun pretty often, too, as biped monsters, spidery little parasites and beefier foes swing their literal heads at you. Fortunately, End of Abyss isometric layout is paired with the ability to move and shoot with each analog stick. If things get a little too dicey, your character also has a very forgiving dive roll. After some early teething issues (scanning an alien zombie instead of shooting it down), the control setup eventually became second nature, and I was tumbling out of the way of an alien golem boss, firing shotgun rounds into its flank. The shotgun, unfortunately, has finite ammo (which you can both craft and find in the world), so I resorted to chipping away with my pistol at a distance. The brief demo (and teaser trailer) suggest a dark and shady atmosphere similar to the studios previous games. Naturally, theres the occasional scare as you explore this rundown facility. If you do get overwhelmed, the character gets respawned back into the world as do the monsters but any doors unlocked and skills gained are saved. Even better, with a game that centers on exploration, when you come across something that you cant yet interact with (for example, a weakened wall that could be demolished or a security door that requires a key), scanning it in-game will tag the feature on the menu map, making it easier to circle back once you have what you need to progress. During the demo, I unlocked explosives for tackling the weakened walls that were tagged, but I also spotted grapple hook fixtures, presumably for a later point in the game. The tagging is a nice touch for anyone who struggles to keep track of their path in sprawling Metroidvania games, although this is contingent on how expansive Into the Abyss turns out to be. The original Little Nightmares turned out to be a short, but sweet escape how deep will the abyss go? Into the Abyss is coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/end-of-abyss-is-when-metroidvania-meets-space-horror-140049187.html?src=rss
Meet the Corvette ZR1X: America's 1,250-horsepower hybrid hypercar
Enough is never enough. Chevrolet has only just released the Corvette ZR1 , which at 1,064 horsepower is the fastest, quickest and most outrageous production car ever to wear a bowtie on the hood. It can keep the neckwear, but its performance crown has already found a new home. Meet the new ZR1X, an even higher-performance Corvette that will take America's sports car to new heights. It has 1,250HP, all-wheel drive and accelerates to 60MPH in less than two seconds. Oh, and yes, it's a hybrid. I got an early look at the thing at a private debut recently, and here's everything you need to know about America's new hypercar. E-Ray Maximus Tim Stevens for Engadget The ZR1X joins an increasingly busy lineup of Corvette models that ensures buyers with budgets ranging from generous to extreme all have something to covet. The Stingray is still the base model, with a starting price of just over $70,000 and 490HP. From a financial standpoint, next up is the Corvette E-Ray, the hybrid model introduced in 2023 . It adds a 160HP electric motor to the proceedings, resulting in a total output of 655HP. The E-Ray is positioned as something of a grand tourer: really fast but with a somewhat relaxed attitude. That also starts at a little over $100,000. From there, you can step up to the higher-performance, more track-focused Z06 model, which, unsurprisingly, is also higher priced. It has a much racier 5.5-liter V8 engine making 670HP and a spendier starting price of just over $110,000. Those were recently joined by the new ZR1, which adds turbochargers plus numerous engine updates to deliver that whopping 1,064HP and a wild 233MPH top speed. Its asking price is also wild, starting at around $175,000. That already makes it the most expensive Corvette ever, but things are about to get more extreme. The ZR1X is something of a melding of the ZR1 and the hybrid E-Ray. It borrows the electrical layout from the E-Ray and mounts it inside a ZR1, including that car's turbocharged V8 and wild aerodynamic appendages. Layer on some tasty upgrades to both the electric drive system and other aspects of the car, and you have the new 1,250HP ZR1X. Extra upgrades Tim Stevens for Engadget Combining the ZR1 and E-Ray gets you a good way towards creating the ZR1X, but there is a lot more to it than that. The ZR1X uses a battery pack with a revised internal construction, resulting in a capacity increase of 26 percent. But keep in mind this isn't a plug-in hybrid. You're still talking about something with a battery capacity of less than three kWh. You won't be driving in your ZR1X emissions-free. The hybrid system is there for more performance, and to that end, the car has a few new drive modes to help optimize the delivery of energy from that new pack. First is Endurance Mode, where the ZR1X will provide full power to the front motor but not tax the battery so much that you have to worry about running out of charge mid-session. Then there's Qualifying Mode. Select this, and the ZR1X will dump all the energy it can through the front motor to give you the outright maximum single-lap pace. There's also a Push to Pass button, providing a brief period of maximum acceleration for those times when you absolutely need to get past that lollygagger ahead who's costing you precious seconds on your commute. All that extra speed necessitated some upgrades in the stopping department. The ZR1X wears a set of massive carbon brakes from Alcon, the company that makes these parts for some of Chevrolet's racing machines. The 16.5-inch discs at the front equate to 1.9G of braking force. Installing a race harness might be a good idea so that you don't go flying out of the chair the first time you hit that left pedal. Despite the extra power at the front axle from that electric motor, the ZR1X rolls on the same size tires as the less-powerful, rear-driven ZR1. We were tempted to go wider, the Corvette's chief engineer Josh Holder told me. That's a delicate balance between unsprung mass and driving dynamics off-power, and we believe we've made the right choice. Holder said it came down to working with Michelin on tire development plus some tweaks to the car's traction management software. That's one of the things that we had to tune very carefully, given the power output now in ZR1X, just to make sure that we're not spinning up the front axle when you're at a high lateral load, he said. Familiar dynamics Tim Stevens for Engadget Keith Badgley, development engineer on the ZR1X, said that, despite the extra power and everything else, the ZR1X will still have the same accessible performance feel that defines the Corvette line: We designed this to be as composed as the Stingray with but with two and a half times the power. We wanted ultimate traction, maximum acceleration. I would say it doesn't drive differently, in terms of being able to claw out over the corner, being able to balance the car with power delivery from the front axle, Holder said. You can do things in the E-Ray and the ZR1X that, if you did in the rear-drive car, would not work out so well for you... But that balance and dynamics, they behave similarly to the ZR1X has more capability. But what it probably won't offer is the same level of attainability that the Corvette has historically been known for. Chevrolet isn't saying how much the ZR1X will cost when it goes on sale later this year. But it surely won't be cheap. Again, the ZR1 starts at about $175,000. The E-Ray carries a price that's roughly $30,000 over the base Stingray. If we apply the same premium here, we're in the ballpark of $200,000. Add on the other upgrades, like the fancy Alcon brakes and better battery pack, and it's easy to assume that this thing will be priced within reach of some European exotics. Will it be worth it? We'll have to wait and see until we get a go behind the wheel, but Chevrolet has already been testing the thing extensively around the Nurburgring , covering over 600 miles at the greatest vehicular performance playground on the planet. Hopefully, it does just as well on the streets and circuits closer to home. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/transportation/meet-the-corvette-zr1x-americas-1250-horsepower-hybrid-hypercar-140018897.html?src=rss
Amazon now offering major 50% price drop on its latest wireless Ring Battery Doorbell at $50
Just after officially announcing this year July Prime Day event dates and launching some preview deals, Amazon is now offering the Ring Battery Doorbell down at $49.99 shipped for its Prime members. Youre looking at the latest model that carries a $100 list price at 50% off the going rate to land at $5 under our previous mention. more
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The 560-pound Twitter sign met a fiery end in a Nevada desert
Earlier this year, the 12-foot tall, 560-pound Twitter logo that used to sit atop the company's San Francisco headquarters was auctioned off for $34,000 . Now, we know who bought it and what became of the sign: it was blown up in the Nevada desert as part of an elaborate stunt to promote an online marketplace app. In some ways, Larry, as the blue Twitter bird was known to former employees, met an end that mirrors the death of the social media platform it once represented: an explosive, expensive spectacle that leaves you wondering what, exactly, was the point of it all. For Ditchit, a startup hoping to compete with services like Facebook Marketplace and OfferUp, the chance to own and then blow up a piece of social media history was a unique opportunity. In the video posted to YouTube, Ditchit attempts to draw some parallels between Elon Musk's takeover of Twitter and its own startup ambitions. Elon Musk rebranded Twitter to X to support free expression, the video says. We're doing the same for local marketplaces. The connection seems tenuous at best, but James Deluca, who oversees Ditchit's PR efforts, says the company's mainstream competitors like OfferUp are prioritizing profits over the user experience, pointing to high seller fees and other policies that prioritize listings from businesses rather than the average person who wants to sell in their garage. Deluca claims the decision to actually blow up the enormous Twitter sign emerged organically sometime after Ditchit placed the winning bid. The initial thought of purchasing the sign was driven by nostalgia, he told Engadget. Everyone in the office is a tech enthusiast, and we thought it would be cool to own a piece of history. But any sentimental attachment the company's employees had apparently didn't last long. After paying to move the 12-foot sign from San Francisco to Ditchit's office in Orange County, California, it moved the sign another 250 miles to the desert outside of Las Vegas, Nevada. The company arranged for the controlled explosion to happen at an outdoor adventure park that allows visitors to shoot machine guns and drive monster trucks. Deluca didn't disclose how much the startup spent on the stunt, but said it was a considerable investment for the company that launched its app less than a year ago. As part of the effort, Ditchit also rented four Tesla Cybertrucks and hired a 15-person production team to capture the moment from all possible angles. The explosion itself was engineered by a pyrotechnics expert who typically works on film sets. We wanted to really make a statement and make the scene as dramatic as possible, Deluca said. Somehow, the explosion isn't quite the end of Larry's story, though. Ditchit says it's selling fragments of the sign it retrieved after the explosion and will list them on its app in a sealed-bid auction beginning today. Proceeds from the sale will be donated to the Center for American Entrepreneurship, a nonprofit that advocates for startups and lists Meta, Amazon and Google as members of its corporate advisory council. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/social-media/the-560-pound-twitter-sign-met-a-fiery-end-in-a-nevada-desert-140032860.html?src=rss
