Hardware & Devices
Sony says it will still make physical discs after 2028, as long as the game came out before then
Anything released after 2028 will still be digital-only.
What's the fastest charging speed your iPad or iPhone port can handle?
Here's how to find out whether you're charging your Apple mobile devices at top speed.
These popular smartphones are in their last year of software support
It's good to know how long your phone will get updates before you purchase.
A 10-year sky survey begins filming a 'cosmic movie,' cyborg cockroaches go for a dive and more science stories
This week's science news.
How your smartwatch and AI might detect early signs of illness
Wearables are best at noticing breaks from your body's usual patterns. Those outliers can hint that something warrants further investigation with your doctor.
Tesla expands robotaxi service to small section of Miami
The company's robotaxi roadmap mentions future expansions to Orlando and Tampa.
NASA mission to rescue the falling Swift observatory has launched
NASA has made contact with LINK, the robotic spacecraft made for the Swift Boost mission.
Tesla driver charged with manslaughter for Texas crash that killed a woman in her home
The incident is also being investigated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Only these iPhone models are getting the new Siri AI this fall
Some Apple devices are about to get much more intelligent, while others are getting left behind.
Router brands could be misleading you with that Wi-Fi 7 label
Wi-Fi standards remain as confusing as ever.
Midjourney wants the Hollywood studios that sued it to show the court how they use AI
Midjourney is asking the court to get Disney, Warner Bros. and Universal to submit information on their AI use.
The Space Shuttle Endeavour goes on public display later this year
The spacecraft has been in LA since 2012, but now it's moving to a new permanent home at the California Science Center.
International Google Pixels are different than American models - here's how
In case you were wondering in which country you should buy a Pixel phone, you world traveler you.
How to watch Summer Games Done Quick 2026
The latest week-long speedrunning marathon starts on July 5.
Amazon's Fire HD 10 tablet just got a refresh with a bit more RAM
A RAM upgrade? In this memory economy?!
Engadget Podcast: Who needs Valve's Steam Machine?
This week on the Engadget Podcast, we've got our first impressions of Valve's pricey Steam Machine, and we chat about Sony dumping PlayStation discs in 2028.
How to claim a WhatsApp username
Get ready to navigate a free-for-all of social media handles.
PlayStation just struck a hammer blow to game preservation
Killing game discs is an anti-consumer move that only benefits Sony.
Sony already invested $34 million to repurpose its EU PlayStation disc factory
Sony is converting its PlayStation disc factory into a plant for optical microlenses.
Microsoft filing shows how it shifts profits around to reduce its European tax bill
A new mandatory compliance report released by Microsoft shows how it declares profits in different European nations to reduce its tax bill.
Tesla's Model Y L finally comes to the US with six seats and a $62,000 price tag
Tesla has started taking orders for the Model Y Long Wheelbase in the US and Puerto Rico.
Meta has released an app for making generative AI games
Pocket is listed in app stores but seemingly unavailable in the US.
Cloudflare will filter out web crawlers that serve AI companies
The hosting platform wants sites to have more control over how AI companies use their content.
Why bulky laptop chargers are a relic of the past
Laptop chargers are much easier to travel with these days, and there's one specific technology that is largely to thank.