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Strava pulls the plug on its Garmin lawsuit after just 21 days
10 hours ago
by Will Shanklin
Company Legal & Law Matters, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Will Shanklin
Strava's big attack on Garmin didn't last long. On Tuesday, the former filed paperwork to dismiss its patent infringement lawsuit against the latter, according to DC Rainmaker. The battle, which included a "Setting the record straight" Reddit post from Strava's chief product officer, lasted all of 21 days.
The lawsuit accused Garmin of infringing on patents related to heat maps and segments. Strava asked the court to halt all sales of infringing Garmin products, which, according to its characterization, would have been, well, most of them.
Strava Chief Product Officer Matt Salazar escalated the fight with an October 2 Reddit post. He
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Verizon's latest ad defies CRT physics
10 hours ago
by Engadget
Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US
I know there are bigger fish to fry, but I wouldn't be doing my job if I didn't draw your attention to this travesty of a commercial Verizon just released. It's only 30 seconds long but may go down as one of the worst ads I've ever seen.
What’s so offensive, you ask? Well, the carrier (and one-time parent company of Engadget) wants to promote the fact that it will give AT&T and T-Mobile customers a better deal on their wireless plan if they bring in their monthly cellular bill. That's all well and good, but we need to talk about
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China's latest five-year plan aims for technological self-reliance
11 hours ago
by Engadget
Politics & Government, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US
China's new five-year plan — an overarching policy proposal for the next term of Chinese Communist Party leadership — is focused on making the nation technologically self-reliant and less vulnerable to foreign pressure, Bloomberg reports. The plan has yet to be officially adopted, but is being released ahead of a summit between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping in South Korea.
The main focus of the proposal is to make China's tech and science industries self-reliant and less dependent on products created by international companies. Bloomberg writes that the proposal is particularly interested in developing "fields such as semiconductors and
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Leica's latest M camera drops the rangefinder in favor of an electronic viewfinder
12 hours ago
by Steve Dent
Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Steve Dent
When you're trying to keep Leica's digital camera lineups straight, the M-System was always the one with optical rangefinder display (and high price tag). However. the company just upended that precedent with the M EV1, a 60MP mirrorless camera with a classic M design but an electronic viewfinder (EVF) in place of the rangefinder.
It may upset purists, but it's a move that makes sense from a sales point of view. Leica's old-school film cameras used its M mount lens system and, in order to keep the bodies compact, didn't have reflex mirrors like SLRs. Instead, they used an optical rangefinder,
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The best MacBook for 2025: Which Apple laptop should you buy?
12 hours ago
by Amy Skorheim
Computing, Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Amy Skorheim
Picking the best MacBook may seem like an easy decision. After all, Apple just makes two models: the MacBook Air and the MacBook Pro. But the available variations within those categories — screen size, chip type, capacity and more — deserve some consideration. You also may wonder what the real-world differences are between models and who they’re best for. To make things even more interesting, Apple keeps announcing new chips. The latest, the M5 came out October 15, and is now found in the base model, 14-inch MacBook Pro (as well as the iPad Pro and the Vision Pro). This
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GDC is lowering ticket prices and overhauling many aspects of the conference
12 hours ago
by Lawrence Bonk
Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Lawrence Bonk
The Game Developers Conference (GDC) is undergoing a major overhaul, according to a report by the affiliated publication Game Developer. The "reimagined" conference is getting a name change, as it'll now be called the GDC Festival of Gaming. It's also changing up how passes work and transitioning the shift of its focus to "meet today's broader, interconnected games industry."
Let's start with the new simplified pass structure. The newly-announced Festival Pass replaces the pre-existing All-Access pass and costs 45 percent less than its predecessor. Pricing starts at $649 and offers access to all of the event's main content programming. Access to
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OpenAI buys the maker of Mac automation app Sky
12 hours ago
by Engadget
Software, Mobile Apps, Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US
OpenAI’s relentless push for growth took another turn on Thursday when the company said it had bought Software Applications Incorporated. The company is perhaps best known for making Workflows. Apple bought that iOS automation app in 2017 and turned it into Shortcuts.
This year, though, Software Applications Incorporated unveiled Sky, a new automation app for Mac. Given its focus on agentic AI — artificial intelligence systems that carry out actions on your behalf — it’s easy to see why OpenAI would be interested in scooping that up.
“Whether you’re chatting, writing, planning, or coding, Sky understands what’s on your screen and can
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Boox updates popular Palma E Ink device with color and 5G connectivity
13 hours ago
by Engadget
Technology & Electronics, Handheld & Connected Devices, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US
If Amazon's new lineup of Kindle Scribes didn't pique your interest, Boox, a long-time player in the E Ink gadget space, might have what you're looking for. The company's recently announced Boox Palma 2 Pro and Note Air5 C offer color E Ink displays in two distinct sizes, and unlike the Scribe or reMarkable Paper Pro Move, let you run any Android app you want.
The Palma 2 Pro is the more notable of the two devices. It's a premium sequel to the Boox Palma, a phone-shaped E Ink device that originally became popular as a "healthy" and less distracting alternative
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Instagram Stories is getting new AI-powered editing tools
13 hours ago
by Engadget
Software, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US
Meta is bringing more of its generative AI-powered photo and video editing tools directly to Instagram Stories. With the changes, you can now use text prompts to remove or change objects in your photos or "restyle" the image completely.
The new tools live in a new "restyle" menu at the top of the Stories composer. You can select "add," "remove" or "change" to tweak specific elements of your images. These features work a lot like either AI-based image editing tools; you can do things like remove stray objects from the backgrounds of photos or change up a person's outfit. You can
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Binance founder Changpeng Zhao lands a Trump pardon
13 hours ago
by Engadget
Politics & Government, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US
President Donald Trump has pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, the White House said. Zhao pleaded guilty to federal money laundering charges in 2023 and he was sentenced last year to four months in prison. He was released in September 2024.
As part of his plea deal, Zhao stepped down as CEO of Binance and he was banned from having any involvement with the company for three years. Both Zhao and Binance reportedly submitted formal applications for pardons by August this year.
Trump "exercised his constitutional authority by issuing a pardon for Mr. Zhao, who was prosecuted by the Biden Administration in their
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Mico is Microsoft's Clippy for the AI age
13 hours ago
by Will Shanklin
Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Will Shanklin
What if Clippy were powered by AI? That seems to be the pitch behind Microsoft's new "expressive, customizable and warm" face of Copilot's voice mode. The friendly blob listens, reacts and changes color in response to user interactions.
Microsoft sees Mico as an answer to what an "AI companion" looks like. The "optional visual presence" aims to listen and support without kissing ass. "It will push back on you sometimes, but always respectfully," Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman wrote in a blog post.
But don't take my word for it. Get ready for the most exciting 39 seconds of your day, as you
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Assassin's Creed Shadows will hit Switch 2 on December 2
13 hours ago
by Jessica Conditt
Video Games, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Jessica Conditt
Assasin’s Creed Shadows is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 on December 2, Ubisoft announced today in its fall roadmap update. The Switch 2 drop will include all of the game’s updates aside from the recent Claws of Awaji expansion, which will be added in 2026. It’ll also support cross-progression through Ubisoft Connect, allowing players to continue a current game on the new platform. The Switch 2 version of Assassin’s Creed Shadows will support a unique feature, too: touchscreen interactions in the menus, including the world map, store and hideout.
Ubisoft’s fall roadmap for Assassin’s Creed Shadows has three major dates.
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American e-waste is causing a 'hidden tsunami' of junk in Southeast Asia
14 hours ago
by Lawrence Bonk
Conservation & Recycling, Environment, Nature & Environment, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Lawrence Bonk
An environmental watchdog group has suggested that millions of tons of discarded electronics from the US turn up in Asia and the Middle East each month, according to a report by ABC News. This has created a "hidden tsunami" of e-waste.
The Seattle-based Basel Action Network (BAN) conducted a two-year investigation into the matter and reportedly discovered at least ten US companies that exported used electronics to countries like Vietnam and Malaysia. This waste includes stuff like discarded phones and computers, which is an issue due to integrated toxic metals like lead, cadmium and mercury.
All told, around 2,000 containers of e-waste
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Claude can now compartmentalize as part of a major memory upgrade
14 hours ago
by Igor Bonifacic
Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Igor Bonifacic
Back in August, Anthropic made Claude capable of remembering past conversations. With the update, people could reference specific chats, so that they wouldn't need to repeat themselves when revisiting a topic. Today, the company has begun out a new, enhanced memory feature set, with the included improvements coming to all paying users.
Plenty of chatbots, including ChatGPT and Gemini, can remember past conversations, but Anthropic believes its implementation has a few legs up on the competition. For one, Claude will learn your preferences and work patterns over time, which Anthropic says will translate to the chatbot getting better at understanding how
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Amazon calls on AI once again with its new ‘Help Me Decide’ shopping tool
14 hours ago
by Matt Tate
Shopping, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Matt Tate
People are evidently never buying quite enough stuff from Amazon to keep the company entirely happy, and it's calling on AI once again to push indecisive shoppers into locking down the purchase they’ve been eyeing up. The new tool, which Amazon calls Help Me Decide, gives shoppers in the US personalized recommendations of products they should buy by analyzing their browsing history, searches and preferences.
It’s designed to "help" customers who have been looking at a number of products in a particular category, such as wireless headphones, to decide which one best suits their needs. The Help Me Decide button will
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OpenAI reportedly asked for memorial guest list in teen suicide case
14 hours ago
by Will Shanklin
Family & Relationships, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Will Shanklin
The family of Adam Raine has filed an amended lawsuit against OpenAI. Raine died by suicide in April, and his family claims ChatGPT enabled the tragedy. The updated lawsuit accuses the company of weakening self-harm safeguards in the period leading up to Raine's death, according to Financial Times. In addition, the company reportedly asked for a list of attendees and documents from Raine's memorial service.
The accusations in the amended lawsuit relate to GPT-4o, ChatGPT's default model in the months before Raine's suicide. The suit says OpenAI removed crucial protections by instructing it not to "change or quit the conversation" when
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Microsoft makes Edge's Copilot Mode a bit smarter
15 hours ago
by Will Shanklin
Software, Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Will Shanklin
Apparently, web browsers are cool again. Two days after OpenAI launched its AI browser, Microsoft has some updates for its Edge's AI mode. (Fancy that!) Copilot Mode, introduced in July, now has several features that were teased at launch.
First up: Copilot Actions, which is Microsoft's branding for AI-assisted, multi-step tasks. This feature is already available in the standard version of Copilot, but it's now being previewed for Edge's Copilot Mode. Microsoft's examples of Copilot Actions in Edge include unsubscribing from email newsletters or making a restaurant reservation.
Another new (but previously announced) feature is Journeys. These are saved projects you can
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The Switch 2 version of Elden Ring is delayed until 2026
15 hours ago
by Engadget
Video Games, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US
You'll have to wait a bit longer than expected to explore the Lands Between on Nintendo Switch 2. FromSoftware and publisher Bandai Namco have delayed Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition — the Switch 2 version of the massively successful action RPG — until 2026. The port was announced back in April and it was originally slated to arrive sometime this year.
"While development on #ELDENRING Tarnished Edition continues wholeheartedly toward release, we have decided to move the launch to 2026 to allow time for performance adjustments," a post on the Elden Ring X account reads. "We apologize to players looking forward to
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Europe's big three aerospace manufacturers combine their space divisions to create a rival to SpaceX
15 hours ago
by Lawrence Bonk
Science, Space & Astronomy, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Lawrence Bonk
Europe's big three aerospace manufacturers are combining their space divisions to create a joint business. This "leading European player in space" could be a real rival to America's SpaceX, according to reporting by Financial Times.
The companies Airbus, Leonardo and Thales have finalized this deal. The new unnamed entity will be based in France and will employ around 25,000 people. Airbus will own 35 percent, while the other two companies will each own 32.5 percent.
> Thales, Leonardo and Airbus have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at creating a leading European player in space. 🇪🇺
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> Read the full announcement here:
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Microsoft reportedly ordered its Xbox division to boost profits to an unrealistic level
16 hours ago
by Matt Tate
Game Consoles, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Matt Tate
The last 12 months have been pretty depressing for anyone invested in the long-term future of Xbox and the general health of the games industry. Back in May, Microsoft laid off 3 percent of its global workforce, with the company’s gaming division being one of the big casualties, and a number of upcoming titles were subsequently canceled. It painted a picture of a brand in crisis, but according to a new report, Microsoft has been setting its gaming division unrealistic profit targets for several years.
Sources told Bloomberg that in 2023, Microsoft implemented an "across-the-board goal" of 30 percent profit margins,
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A two-pack of Blink Mini 2 cameras is 60 percent off right now
16 hours ago
by Kris Holt
Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Kris Holt
If you're in the market for a budget-friendly home security camera (or even several), the Blink Mini 2 may be worth considering. A two-pack of the cameras is on sale at Amazon as the bundle has dropped from $70 to $28.
That's a discount of 60 percent, which is certainly nothing to shake at. This is also a better price than the $35 we saw for the cameras during Prime Day. Amazon recently revealed a newer version of the Blink Mini that records 2K footage, but the 1080p Blink Mini 2 can still get the job done.
The Blink Mini 2 is
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Baby Steps isn't done with Maxi Boch
17 hours ago
by Jessica Conditt
Media, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Jessica Conditt
Maxi Boch isn’t done with Baby Steps. Boch has enjoyed a productive career in game development and she knows how it feels to be creatively finished with a project. She experienced it at various points with Rock Band, Dance Central, Fantasia: Music Evolved and Ape Out, but on Baby Steps’ launch day, done was not the vibe.
“I've been in the industry for a long time; I shipped broken strumbars for Rock Band,” Boch told Engadget. “I know that things change over time in this world, and it's not to say that Baby Steps is not done. It's done. But whether
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Tesla's profits plunge despite record revenue and deliveries
17 hours ago
by Mariella Moon
Autos, Transportation, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Mariella Moon
Tesla said it "achieved record vehicle deliveries globally" for the third quarter of 2025 with a total of 497,099 vehicles delivered. It also reported a record-breaking revenue of $28.1 billion, which is 12 percent higher than the same quarter in 2024. Tesla's net income, however, slid by 37 percent year-over-year, due to several factors, namely lower EV prices, an increase in spending on AI and other R&D projects, and of course, tariffs. Vaibhav Taneja, the automaker's finance chief, said during the earnings call that tariffs on imported car parts and raw materials cost the company more than $400 million in
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Meta removes AI deepfake video of Irish presidential candidate
18 hours ago
by Mariella Moon
Politics & Government, Elections, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Mariella Moon
Meta has removed a deepfake AI video of Irish presidential candidate Catherine Connolly, which featured a false depiction of the politician saying that she's withdrawing from the election. According to The Irish Times, the AI-generated video was shared nearly 30,000 times on Facebook just days before Ireland's election on October 24 prior to it being removed from the website. Connolly called the video "a disgraceful attempt to mislead voters and undermine [Ireland's] democracy" and assured voters that she was "absolutely still a candidate for President of Ireland."
The video was posted by an account which had named itself RTÉ News AI,
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Dropbox is bringing its Dash AI features into the main app
18 hours ago
by Mariella Moon
Software, Mobile Apps, Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Mariella Moon
Dropbox is integrating some of Dash's AI features into its main app, giving its users access to a smarter search function, summaries and contextual answers from the files they've uploaded to the app. The company launched Dash back in 2023 as an "AI-powered universal search bar" that people can use to find information in their work-related apps like Slack, Canva, Google Workspace and Microsoft Outlook. However, it's primarily a tool for larger businesses that use Dropbox. This time, though, the company is bringing its search capabilities into the main app for everyone to use.
For now, the Dash AI-powered capabilities in
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Amazon's revamped Luna streaming service is available now
18 hours ago
by Engadget
Celebrities, Arts & Entertainment, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US
After detailing its plans to revamp its game streaming service at the beginning of October, Amazon is finally ready to relaunch Luna. The new Amazon Luna is available at no additional cost for Prime subscribers, and now includes new beginner-friendly multiplayer games.
If you've tried Luna in the past — or most other game streaming services for that matter — the biggest change Amazon is making is the addition of GameNight. It's a collection of multiplayer games reworked so they can be controlled with a smartphone, to make it as easy as possible for friends and family to play. GameNight includes
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Pick up this Baseus magnetic power bank while it's down to $36
18 hours ago
by Matt Tate
Technology & Electronics, Handheld & Connected Devices, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Matt Tate
The last thing you want during a long day is your phone dying at the most inopportune moment. Having a portable battery that can stay on your person without weighing you down is crucial for the busiest among us. Some of the best options for that are magnetic power banks, since they're typically very slim and can top up your phone without adding much bulk to your everyday carry. Baseus’ Picogo 5K falls into that category, and right now you can pick one up for $36, which is a record low price.
While this particular accessory only made it into the
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This Anker 5K power bank with built-in USB-C connector is on sale for less than $20
19 hours ago
by Sarah Fielding
Technology & Electronics, Handheld & Connected Devices, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Sarah Fielding
A portable battery is a necessity now, especially if your phone's battery has seen better days. But a portable battery is useless if you don't have the proper cords to connect your devices to it, so you often need to remember to pack more than just one thing. A few battery packs solve that problem, including Anker's Nano Power Bank.
Now our choice for best portable charger for Android is even more tempting, thanks to a 36 percent markdown. The Anker Nano Power Bank is down to $19 from $30 in the USB-C model. The discount is available in the classic
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The best streaming deals: Save on Hulu + Live TV, Audible, Starz and more
19 hours ago
by Valentina Palladino
Media, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Valentina Palladino
If you’ve been shocked by how much you spend on streaming services lately, you’re not alone. Companies like Netflix, Disney, Max and others have been consistently raising prices to the point where you may question if streaming is even worth it anymore. We at Engadget still think it is, but we also think you should be smart with your money — and that’s where streaming deals come in.
Yes, it is possible to get discounts on services like Peacock and Paramount+, even if those deals aren’t as common as a sale on AirPods. If you’re looking to save money and still
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Ubisoft is laying off more workers and offering voluntary buyouts
19 hours ago
by Steve Dent
Arts & Entertainment, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Steve Dent
Ubisoft's Massive Entertainment, the developer of The Division series, Star Wars Outlaws and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is offering some employees buyouts as it attempts to "realign" its teams, the company said in a post on X. The move is designed to "strengthen our roadmap," Massive wrote, as it focuses on The Division series along with its Snowdrop engine and Ubisoft Connect. Ubisoft notably didn't mention Star Wars and Avatar in that statement, an omission that may effectively spell the demise of those franchises.
Massive framed the layoffs as a "voluntary career transition program... supported by a comprehensive package that includes
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Samsung's Galaxy XR doesn't give me much hope for Android XR
20 hours ago
by Engadget
Technology & Electronics, Handheld & Connected Devices, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US
So Samsung made a "Vision Pro Lite." That was my immediate takeaway after this week's debut of the Galaxy XR, the first Android XR device to hit the market. While Samsung deserves credit for offering something close to the Vision Pro for nearly half the price, an $1,800 headset still won't get mainstream consumers rushing out the door to experience the wonders of mixed reality. And with the limited amount of content in Android XR at the moment, the Galaxy XR is in the same position as the Vision Pro: It's just a well-polished developer kit.
The only logical reason to
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The best noise-canceling headphones for 2025
a day ago
by Billy Steele
Speakers & Headphones, Audio Technology, Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Billy Steele
Whether you're working in a noisy office, commuting on a packed train or just trying to focus at home, a good pair of noise-canceling headphones can make all the difference. The best noise-canceling headphones block out distractions and let you enjoy your music, podcasts or calls in peace — all while delivering great sound quality and all-day comfort. From models with plush cushions to wireless cans with loads of extra features, there’s something here for every style and budget.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
* Best noise-canceling headphones for 2025
* How to choose the best noise-canceling headphones for you
* How we
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Fujifilm's X-T30 III adds a film simulation dial and 6K video
a day ago
by Steve Dent
Cameras & Photography, Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Steve Dent
When Fujifilm launched the X-T50 last year, no one was sure what would happen with its aging X-T30 lineup. The company just answered that question with the launch of the X-T30 III, boosting the speed and improving autofocus of the last model, while adding a film simulation dial seen on other recent models. It's very light for travel or street photography, but has some powerful features like 6.2K video and subject-detect autofocus, all at a reasonable price.
The original X-T30 first arrived in 2019 and was replaced in 2022 by the X-T30 II that was more of a mild update than
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The best wireless earbuds for 2025
a day ago
by Billy Steele
truewirelessearbuds, anker, sennheiser, airpodspro, earbuds, thebuyersguide, google, commerce, pixelbuds, soundcore, apple, sony, samsung, wf-1000xm3, elite75t, momentumtruewireless2, feature, jabra, galaxybuds+, truewireless, galaxybudsplus, gear, spiritdot2, Audio Technology, Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Billy Steele
Wireless earbuds have become the go-to choice for listening on the move. Whether you’re at the gym, commuting or relaxing at home, the best wireless earbuds give you comfort, freedom and solid sound quality without tangled cables. They’re lightweight, slip easily into your pocket and connect quickly to your phone, tablet or laptop.
The tricky part is choosing the right pair. Some models focus on powerful noise cancellation while others put battery life or affordability first. Then you’ve got features like water resistance for workouts or touch controls for quick track changes. With so many choices, finding the best wireless earbuds
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Amazon's smart glasses with AI will help its drivers deliver packages faster
a day ago
by Mariella Moon
Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Mariella Moon
Amazon has revealed that it's currently working on smart glasses designed for delivery drivers, confirming previous reports about the project. The company said that glasses use AI-powered sensing capabilities and computer vision to detect what their cameras are seeing. Drivers then get guidance through the glasses' heads-up display (HUD) embedded right into the lens. Based on Amazon's announcement, it's been working on the glasses for a while, and hundreds of delivery drivers had already tested early versions to provide the company with feedback.
The glasses automatically activate after the driver parks their vehicle. They then show users the right packages to
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The first e-bike from Rivian spinoff Also has a virtual drivetrain
a day ago
by Engadget
Transportation, Technology & Electronics, Cycling, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US
Ever since Rivian spun off its "micromobility business" into a standalone startup called Also earlier this year, there's been much speculation about what kind of vehicles the company is working on. Now, Also is showing off its first products: a lineup of e-bikes and two pedal-assisted electric quads.
The TM-B e-bike is Also's attempt at a do-it-all e-bike that can adapt to different use cases whether that's daily commuting, trail riding or kid and cargo-hauling. It sports a modular frame that can also accommodate a bench seat or rear cargo rack that supports up to 35KG of weight.
The different seats can
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Reddit sues Perplexity and three other companies for allegedly using its content without paying
a day ago
by Engadget
Business, Internet & Networking Technology, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US
Reddit is suing companies SerApi, OxyLabs, AWMProxy and Perplexity for allegedly scraping its data from search results and using it without a license, The New York Times reports. The new lawsuit follows legal action against AI startup Anthropic, who allegedly used Reddit content to train its Claude chatbot.
As of 2023, Reddit charges companies looking access to posts and other content in the hopes of making money on data that could be used for AI training. The company has also signed licensing deals with companies like Google and OpenAI, and even built an AI answer machine of its own to leverage
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Apple dumps dating apps Tea and TeaOnHer from the App Store over privacy and moderation issues
a day ago
by Engadget
Software, Dating, Mobile Apps, Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US
Apple has removed dating apps Tea and TeaOnHer from the App Store for violating rules related to content moderation and user privacy. The company told TechCrunch that it pulled the apps as they broke several of its rules, including one mandating that apps can't share or otherwise use an individual's personal info without getting their permission first.
Apple said they also violated a rule concerning user-generated content, which stipulates that apps need to allow for reporting offensive or concerning material, an option to block abusive users and the ability to filter "objectionable material from being posted." In addition, Apple claimed the
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YouTube is adding a timer to Shorts so you don't scroll the day away
a day ago
by Lawrence Bonk
Media, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Lawrence Bonk
YouTube is adding a timer to Shorts to help curb all of that incessant doomscrolling, according to a report by TechCrunch. This feature is rolling out to all users after being spotted in an Android APK file earlier this year, which was originally reported on by Android Authority.
Here's how it works. Users set a daily time limit for Shorts via the app's settings. Once reached, they'll see a pop-up reminding them to take a break. This pop-up is easily dismissed with a tap, but it's the thought that counts. At the very least, it'll remind people of just how long
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Google says it made a breakthrough toward practical quantum computing
2 days ago
by Engadget
Science, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US
Enabled by the introduction of its Willow quantum chip last year, Google today claims it's conducted breakthrough research that confirms it can create real-world applications for quantum computers. The company's Quantum Echoes algorithm, detailed in a paper published in Nature, is a demonstration of "the first-ever verifiable quantum advantage running the out-of-order time correlator (OTOC) algorithm."
A core belief in quantum computing is that developing computer systems with qubits — which can represent multiple states at once, as opposed to binary ones and zeroes — could lead to greater understanding of the quantum systems surrounding us. Google believes its new algorithm
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Google Gemini will arrive in GM cars starting next year
2 days ago
by Lawrence Bonk
Transportation, Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Lawrence Bonk
Google Gemini is coming to GM vehicles in 2026. The company will be integrating a conversational AI assistant powered by Google's platform into many of its cars, trucks and SUVs.
GM says this assistant will be able to access vehicle data to suss out maintenance concerns, alerting the driver when necessary. The company also promises it'll be able to help plan routes and explain various features of the car. It should also be able to do stuff like turn on the heat or air conditioning, even before entering the vehicle.
This will replace the "Google built-in" operating system that already exists in
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The best VPN deals: Get up to 88 percent off ProtonVPN, ExpressVPN, Surfshark and more
2 days ago
by Sam Chapman
Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Sam Chapman
A virtual private network (VPN) is useful in lots of ways every day, whether you're streaming foreign TV shows or keeping yourself anonymous online so advertisers can't track you. But while we strongly recommend using a VPN, it pays to do some research before investing in one — pricing can be opaque for these services, and you can't always trust how the providers portray their best deals. Even so, there are genuinely great deals to be had.
VPN providers love to give out deep discounts to anybody willing to sign up for a year or more at once. This means you've
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Nostalgic beat-‘em-up Marvel Cosmic Invasion is out on December 1
2 days ago
by Matt Tate
Media, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Matt Tate
It’s shaping up to be a shockingly good year for former arcade-dwelling beat-‘em-up fans. This month saw the arrival of the excellent Absolum, which infuses old-fashioned 2D combat in a cartoony high fantasy setting with roguelike elements to great effect. And now we also have a release date for Marvel Cosmic Invasion.
Out December 1 on practically every platform, Marvel Cosmic Invasion lets you choose a team of two superheroes from a playable roster of 15, and you can switch character mid-fight. The new release date trailer rounds off the roster with the Invincible Iron Man (heard of him?) and Phoenix/Jean
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Pikmin 4 is getting a free update with hard mode, Decor Pikmin and a camera to snap field photos
2 days ago
by Engadget
Media, Video Games, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US
Nintendo has announced a free update for Pikmin 4 that could remedy one of fans' biggest complaints about the game. (Yes, free. From Nintendo. We're shocked too, but we'll take it.) The update, which arrives in November, adds Fierce mode to make the game more challenging for those who want it. We don't know exactly what that will look like yet, but a higher difficulty level is a welcome addition to a game that is, for many players including myself, absolutely delightful but much too easy. It may not reach Pikmin 2 heights still, but maybe we'll see enemies respawn?
On
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No Man Sky's latest update let you explore a space wreck
2 days ago
by Matt Tate
Video Games, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Matt Tate
One of the greatest comeback stories in the history of video games just keeps writing itself new chapters. If you’ve checked in on the wildly ambitious space sim, No Man’s Sky, in the last few years then you’ll know just how much UK-based developer Hello Games has turned things around for a game that was once the subject of a false advertising investigation. And its latest update introduces fully explorable space wrecks.
The follow-up to August’s substantial Voyagers expansion, the new Breach update adds floating wrecks that you're invited to salvage to your heart’s content. The materials you find can be