Hardware & Devices
What's the difference between TPU vs. GPU?
Google's Pixel 11 phone uses a Tensor G6 processor with a powerful TPU. How is it different from a GPU, and what does that mean in real-world use?
Anbernic's reimagining of the Switch Lite goes on sale August 31
The RG 55G1 is available in three colors and starts at $150.
How to reset your Roku TV
There are a few ways to wipe your Roku TV back to its original state.
Distraction-free writing gadget BYOK is adding custom extensions
BYOK is a no-frills, single-purpose gadget that 90 percent of people will find absolutely frivolous. But for those who spend a significant chunk of their lives putting words to vi…
Bluetooth or Wi-Fi: How does wireless CarPlay connect?
If you're wondering if CarPlay works over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, the answer is yes. It uses both at different times.
Don't fall for this digital TV antenna myth
No, you can't get an antenna with a 6,000 mile range.
Welcome to Night Vale cocreator Joseph Fink learned storytelling from Grim Fandango
Joseph Fink is the cocreator and cowriter of Welcome to Night Vale, arguably the most important fiction podcast ever. He's also the creator of the noir podcast Unlicensed and Alic…
OpenAI will pull its models from Cursor due to SpaceXAI acquisition
OpenAI is planning to cut off Cursor's access to its models on November 12, 2026.
Why clearing cache won't always speed up your devices
Clearing cache is a handy troubleshooting step, but you shouldn't use it all the time. Reckless use can actually slow your apps and devices down for a while.
Engadget review recap: Google's Pixel 11 series and more
A roundup of recent reviews from Engadget.
What You Should Look For In A USB To Bluetooth Adapter For PC
Not all adapters handle Bluetooth devices equally well. The right blend of speed, range, and reliability keeps your wireless gear working the way you expect.
The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is at its best when there’s friction
What do you want from a flip phone when it's closed? A simple interface, perhaps notifications and a widget or two, for handling the basics? Or a fully fledged Android experience …
How to use the new Siri app in iOS 27
How to use the new Siri app in iOS 27.
Want to speed up your MacBook? Do these things first
Any Mac will become slower over time, but slowdowns don't have to mean a new machine. Try these tricks to get your computer running faster again.
Xbox Project Helix is a 'family of devices,' CEO reveals
Asha Sharma said Xbox is developing a 'great family of devices' for Helix.
Can All Android Phones Use Android Auto?
Unless you've put some custom software on your phone, Android Auto will work on nearly all modern phones.
Musicians-turned-detectives are hunting for AI grifters
As audio-focused generative tools and platforms have gotten more sophisticated, the internet has become increasingly filled with AI-generated music whose melodies and vocals are a…
Pretty Metroidvanias, free Bomberman-style chaos and other new indie games worth checking out
Start your weekend by diving into our latest roundup of what's new in the indie gaming space.
Even the local pop-punk band is dissing Flock.
Some banter from the tiny show I'm at in rural upstate New York tonight (lightly condensed): "Stick around for the other bands, tip your bartender, destroy Flock cameras." Read th…
How to use your old Android phone as a Wi-Fi extender
If your Wi-Fi signal is patchy at the far reaches of your house, this simple solution might be worth a try. Even better? It's completely free.
Google further buries search results under AI mode
Google is now automatically expanding its AI search summaries at the top of the results page for some searches, as reported by Search Engine Roundtable. The change, when it kicks …
20+ things you may have missed in the GTA 6 extended look
The GTA VI extended-look trailer is full of clues, if you know where to look.
Xbox CEO calls Project Helix a ‘family of devices’
According to Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, Project Helix, which she announced in March as a codename for Microsoft's "next generation console" - phrasing that seemingly implied a singular…
What you need to build your own retro arcade cabinet
There are few things cooler to add to a gaming space than a retro arcade cabinet. But should you buy one or build one?