Filtering byEngadget

EEngadget

1h ago

TechTechnicalInformative

Key takeaways

Are you using the right Ethernet port on your router? Here's how to know
The various Ethernet ports on your router can serve different purposes, depending on the model. Thankfully, it's not hard to discern what they're for.
1. 1. The Ethernet ports on the back of your router might seem interchangeable. On some routers they are, but others feature a mix of ports with different jobs and maximum speeds.
1. 2. If your router connects to a separate modem or optical network terminal (ONT), the Ethernet cable from that device normally plugs into the router's WAN or Internet port.
1. 3. Labels such as 1G, 2.5G, 5G and 10G refer to maximum link speeds of 1Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 5Gbps and 10Gbps.

EEngadget

2h ago

TechTechData

Key takeaways

How Google Maps knows when a business is packed
Instead of relying on intuition or sheer luck to find local venues and restaurants capable of hosting you, Google Maps can take away the guesswork.
1. 1. Google Maps uses an aggregate of anonymous data supplied by random users who have opted into the Google Maps Timeline feature to determine how busy a specific establishment is.
1. 2. Google calculates how busy entire areas are by combining information on various locations within that locale, like stores, restaurants and even parks, using anonymous data from users who have opted into Google Timeline.
1. 3. The data is always private, says Google, and never reveals the identity of people or the total number of people in a location.

EEngadget

3h ago

TechTechPractical

Key takeaways

Is a 256GB SSD better than a 1TB hard drive? It depends how you're using it
Should you choose a smaller SSD for speed or a larger HDD for storage space? The answer depends on what you prioritize.
1. 1. For a computer's main drive, a 256GB SSD is usually the better choice as long at that's enough room for your files.
1. 2. A 1TB HDD gives you far more space and generally costs less per gigabyte, making capacity the better trade when you're storing large game libraries, photos, videos or backups.
1. 3. That setup takes advantage of what each technology does well. The SSD handles the files where quick access changes how the computer feels, while the HDD provides relatively inexpensive room for data that just needs somewhere to live.

EEngadget

3h ago

TechOpinionExpert

Key takeaways

Engadget review recap: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon, Insta360 Luna Pro and more
A roundup of recent reviews from Engadget.
1. 1. The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 is fast, wonderfully light, and has a gorgeous OLED screen, though it may not appeal to those seeking a more stylish design.
1. 2. The Insta360 Luna Pro is the most flexible single-lens gimbal camera currently available, with a $170 upgrade for an extra zoom lens that is worth considering.
1. 3. Sennheiser's Momentum True Wireless 5 earbuds offer a detailed and warm stock tuning, but ANC performance and call quality lag behind premium competitors.

EEngadget

18h ago

BusinessIndustry NewsBusiness Closure

Key takeaways

Moss developer Polyarc has closed
The studio produced some early hits for the PSVR and Oculus Quest.
1. 1. Polyarc, the developer behind virtual reality games Moss and Moss: Book II, has closed.
1. 2. At least 29 members of the studio's staff are now looking for work.
1. 3. Even though the studio is closed, all of Polyarc's games remain available to purchase.

EEngadget

20h ago

TechSpeculativeTech

Key takeaways

Lenovo's Googlebook 15 seems decidedly premium based on a new leak
The Lenovo Googlebook 15 will reportedly have a high-resolution, high-refresh rate display and an Intel Core Ultra 5 chip.
1. 1. The Lenovo Googlebook 15 is rumored to feature a 15.3-inch 120Hz OLED display with 2,880 x 1,800 resolution and 500 nits of peak brightness.
1. 2. The laptop is also reportedly powered by an Intel Core Ultra 5 chip and can come with either 16GB or 32GB of LPDDR5x RAM and either 256GB or 512GB of storage.
1. 3. Googlebooks definitely seem more premium than their Chromebook predecessors.

EEngadget

20h ago

TechSpeculativeConsumer Tech

Key takeaways

iPhone 18 Pro vs Pixel 11 Pro: How Apple and Google's flagships stack up
Google and Apple's latest flagships feature more AI, better cameras and few reasons to switch ecosystems.
1. 1. The iPhone 18 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro are the latest examples of a familiar story: Apple and Google refining, rather than reinventing, mature flagship smartphones.
1. 2. Neither phone likely gives you a compelling reason to switch ecosystems.
1. 3. Google's photography approach increasingly relies on AI to make more decisions for you, whether that's how it handles lighting conditions or how much detail it recovers or generates.

EEngadget

21h ago

TechInnovationGaming

Key takeaways

Roblox Will Soon Add Offline And Browser
Roblox has revealed that players will be able to play in-browser and offline in the near future.
1. 1. Roblox is making it easier to access games on its platform.
1. 2. Roblox has also announced that it's expanding its engine capabilities and adding new UI features so that it can support 2D and puzzle games, aside from the 3D games it's known for.

EEngadget

22h ago

TechTechGadgets

Key takeaways

New images show a detailed view of Meta's upcoming mixed reality headset
The device known as Project Phoenix is a new form factor for Meta.
1. 1. Images of Meta's upcoming mixed reality headset, known as 'Project Phoenix,' have surfaced, offering a detailed look at its lightweight, glasses-like form factor.
1. 2. The images were found in a HorizonOS app intended for prescription inserts, which Meta has since removed.
1. 3. The headset's design is distinct from other Quest hardware and may rely on a tethered connection to a separate puck, aligning with previous rumors.

EEngadget

1d ago

TechControversialOpinion

Key takeaways

Where should Apple go after the iPhone Duo? Bring on smaller and larger foldables
Come on Apple, just keep following in the footsteps of Samsung, ASUS and so many other foldable makers.
1. 1. Apple's iPhone Duo signals a readiness to embrace foldable technology, prompting speculation about future device expansions.
1. 2. The author advocates for Apple to develop smaller foldable 'iPhone Flip' devices and larger foldable iPads, inspired by competitors.
1. 3. Foldable iPhones could satisfy the demand for smaller form factors, while foldable iPads might offer innovative multitasking and pseudo-laptop modes.

EEngadget

1d ago

TechProduct ReviewConsumer Electronics

Key takeaways

Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd gen) review: Upgraded in all the right places
Ultra-level features and a few design tweaks highlight the updates on the second-gen QuietComfort Headphones.
1. 1. The second-generation Bose QuietComfort Headphones offer upgraded active noise cancellation (ANC) and introduce features like Immersive Audio and CustomTune, previously exclusive to higher-end models.
1. 2. Bose has refined the design with an updated headband and improved earcups for better cushioning, while maintaining an understated aesthetic and keeping the price at $359.
1. 3. While the sound quality is balanced and detailed, the battery life remains at 24 hours of ANC use, which is less than the 30 hours offered by the pricier QuietComfort Ultra Headphones.

EEngadget

1d ago

BusinessNostalgiaConsumer Tech

Key takeaways

Packard Bell is back, but there's a catch
If the name Packard Bell sends you back to beige desktop towers, chunky CRT monitors, floppy disks and dial-up modem screeches, Acer has a surprise for you.
1. 1. Packard Bell, a PC brand from the '90s, has been relaunched by Acer with a focus on affordable consumer tech.
1. 2. The new Packard Bell range features vibrant designs and extends beyond PCs to include lifestyle products like turntables and audio glasses.
1. 3. A major catch is that Acer will only offer the new Packard Bell range to consumers across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, excluding the US.

EEngadget

1d ago

TechConsumer Advocate SkepticismTech Pricing

Key takeaways

Apple's iPhone Handoff Feature Will Cost You $5 A Month On T
Apple will release iPhone Handoff with iOS 27 this month, but it will only be available to T-Mobile subscribers in the US at launch.
1. 1. Apple is launching a new feature called iPhone Handoff with iOS 27 that will give you a way to use the same eSIM number on two devices.
1. 2. Now, T-Mobile has announced that it will cost subscribers an additional $5 a month if they want to be able to access the feature.
1. 3. Their calls, voicemail, messages and Find My will automatically move to whatever iPhone they're currently using.

EEngadget

1d ago

TechControversialOpinion

Key takeaways

iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: How these XL phones compete
Apple or Samsung? It really comes down to which ecosystem you prefer.
1. 1. The choice between the iPhone 18 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra will likely come down to personal preferences and ecosystem loyalty.
1. 2. Both phones feature large 6.9-inch displays with 120Hz refresh rates, but the iPhone 18 Pro Max offers higher peak brightness (3,000 nits) compared to the S26 Ultra's 2,600 nits.
1. 3. Camera systems differ significantly: the iPhone 18 Pro Max has a 48-megapixel triple-camera setup with variable aperture, while the S26 Ultra features a 200-megapixel main sensor and dual telephoto lenses (3x and 5x zoom).

EEngadget

1d ago

Current EventsControversialOpinion

Key takeaways

Anthropic caught scientists using Claude to further biological weapon research
Anthropic produced an extensive collection of case studies covering the ways its current AI models have been misused.
1. 1. Anthropic has flagged and stopped multiple scientists who were using its AI models to create potential biological weapons.
1. 2. The company's report includes five case studies of Anthropic's models being used to develop biological weapons, the safety measures that brought the misuse to Anthropic's attention and how it responded.
1. 3. Given the tricky nature of biological misuse, Anthropic is also not naming the individuals or institutions its investigation connected to the development of possible biological weapons.

EEngadget

1d ago

Current EventsInvestigativeCybersecurity

Key takeaways

IDScan is offering free credit monitoring and ID protection after leaking driver's licenses
The platform was linked to an FBI investigation into a dark web marketplace last week.
1. 1. IDScan.net is offering free credit monitoring and identity protection services to customers affected by a data security incident.
1. 2. The data breach may have included full names and driver's license or other government-issued identification numbers.
1. 3. IDScan.net is cooperating with federal law enforcement on their investigation into the incident.

EEngadget

1d ago

TechTech EnthusiastProduct Launch

Key takeaways

A native Gemini app is finally available for Windows PCs
There's a keyboard shortcut to open it up, just like the Mac version.
1. 1. Google has finally released a native Gemini app for Windows 10 and 11.
1. 2. Once downloaded, users can pull up the Gemini app via a keyboard shortcut, just like how it works on Mac computers.
1. 3. Google promises the app is "lightweight and quiet," so it won't slow down Windows PCs.

EEngadget

1d ago

EntertainmentOpinionOriginal

Key takeaways

The latest Avatar: Seven Havens trailer gives us a deeper dive into the characters and story
It's also pretty easy on the eyes.
1. 1. Avatar: Seven Havens starts streaming via Paramount+ on October 9 and we finally have a real beefy trailer to get us pumped.
1. 2. The story looks steeped in post-apocalyptic flavor. Something bad happened after the events of The Legend of Korra and the world is in shambles, forcing survivors to retreat to the titular seven havens.
1. 3. The showrunners of Seven Havens, including franchise co-creator Michael Dante DiMartino, recently confirmed to Polygon that it takes place a full 200 years after Korra.

EEngadget

1d ago

BusinessBusinessInnovation

Key takeaways

Universal Music Group Is Collaborating With ElevenLabs On A New AI
The unnamed software will be built around licensed music from UMG artists who want to participate.
1. 1. Universal Music Group and ElevenLabs have announced a new multi-year licensing agreement and "wider strategic collaboration" that will see them launch a new AI-powered licensed music platform.
1. 2. The deal with UMG is the first that ElevenLabs has cut with a major label, and the new platform will be distinct from its ElevenMusic AI music generation software.
1. 3. The AI creation software, which seemingly doesn't yet have a name, is still in development, and no release date is mentioned.

EEngadget

2d ago

TechConsumer TechProduct Launch

Key takeaways

Yoto just announced two new audio devices for kids
Some upgrades make these more capable and easier to use for small hands.
1. 1. Yoto has announced two new audio devices for kids: the fourth-generation Yoto Player and an updated Yoto Mini.
1. 2. The new Yoto Player features a big green dial for accessing up to 20 pieces of content, including podcasts, stories, and songs, without needing a parent's phone or Yoto Cards.
1. 3. Both devices are receiving hardware and software upgrades, including increased storage and faster downloads, though prices are increasing to $150 for the Player and $110 for the Mini.

EEngadget

2d ago

BusinessBusiness EthicsConsumer Advocacy

Key takeaways

Nintendo's latest sale is 'made possible' by the tariff refunds it's hoarding
Another way to appreciate customers might be returning their money.
1. 1. Nintendo is running a 'Customer Appreciation Sale' funded by tariff refunds obtained from the US government.
1. 2. Nintendo claims the sale is one of its 'largest promotions ever' and is made possible in part by tariff-related refunds.
1. 3. Nintendo previously increased Switch pricing in the US, Canada, and Europe due to 'changes in market conditions' and tariffs.

EEngadget

2d ago

TechReviewTech

Key takeaways

Insta360 Luna Pro review: Your Instagram Reels are about to get an upgrade
There's now a direct rival to the Osmo Pocket 4 you can easily buy in the US.
1. 1. The Insta360 Luna Pro offers native 4K shooting in portrait mode, a feature not found on competing gimbal cameras at launch.
1. 2. The Luna Pro's detachable front panel functions as a wireless remote and microphone, providing significant creative flexibility.
1. 3. While image quality is comparable to the Osmo Pocket 4, the Luna Pro's detail and blacks are slightly more punchy in casual testing.

EEngadget

2d ago

BusinessControversialOpinion

Key takeaways

Xbox swoops in to publish Hideo Kojima's 'Physint' after Sony dropped out
Kojima and Xbox are teaming up after Sony pulled out of 'Physint.'
1. 1. Xbox will publish Hideo Kojima's upcoming action-espionage game 'Physint,' which was previously dropped by PlayStation.
1. 2. The partnership between Xbox and Kojima Productions will extend beyond games to include collaborations in film and television.
1. 3. Hideo Kojima stated that he was surprised by Sony's decision to cancel the 'Physint' project in mid-June.

EEngadget

2d ago

BusinessTechnologyAutomotive

Key takeaways

2028 Volvo XC40 First Look: Hello new tech, goodbye EV
Volvo refreshed the XC40, but it's sadly doing away with the all-electric EX40 in the US.
1. 1. For the 2028 model year, both the EX40 and XC40 are getting a major visual refresh plus an injection of extra tech into the software interface and active safety systems.
1. 2. The United States will not be getting the updated battery-electric version. We'll only get the XC40 in B5 trim.
1. 3. The all-electric EX40 will live on internationally.

EEngadget

2d ago

BusinessControversialOriginal

Key takeaways

Google has removed the Pixel Tablet from its store
Google has erased the listing for the Pixel Tablet from its e-commerce store, signaling that the device has been discontinued.
1. 1. Google has removed the Pixel Tablet from its store and has even taken out the "Tablet" option from its menu at the top of its homepage.
1. 2. The device's removal from the Google Store was first noticed by Jetstream, which also reported a few days ago that the device was already marked "Out of stock."
1. 3. We asked Google for confirmation whether it truly has phased out the tablet and will update this post when we hear back.

EEngadget

2d ago

TechInformativeHow-to

Key takeaways

Apple Wallet is not the same as Apple Pay: Here's how they differ
Apple Wallet and Apple Pay serve different functions, but you need them both to make online payments and store your cards.
1. 1. Apple Wallet is an iPhone app that acts as a digital wallet to store digital versions of debit and credit cards, auto insurance cards, boarding passes, IDs and more.
1. 2. Apple Pay is Apple's digital payment service that lets you use your cards to make purchases at a physical location or online.
1. 3. Apple Wallet and Apple Pay often interact, yet are separate and serve different functions.

EEngadget

2d ago

TechControversialOpinion

Key takeaways

Engadget Podcast: Diving into the iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro and Apple's new hardware
We finally have an Apple foldable, and it looks pretty damn compelling.
1. 1. We're back with a recap of Apple's iPhone Duo launch event!
1. 2. In this episode, Devindra and Engadget Senior Reporter Karissa Bell break down their thoughts on Apple's first foldable, and how the company is building on a form factor that Samsung pioneered.
1. 3. Also, we dive into the curious case of the iPhone 18 Pro, which has a new variable aperture camera, but will likely be overshadowed this year by the Duo.

EEngadget

2d ago

BusinessControversialOpinion

Key takeaways

Blizzard employees have ratified their first union contracts
The Communications Workers of America represents about 1,900 workers at the game company.
1. 1. Workers at Blizzard Entertainment represented by the Communications Workers of America have voted to ratify union contracts with their employer.
1. 2. The terms cover about 1,900 Blizzard employees, including those that are already represented by the CWA.
1. 3. "I believe that the positive change we have won will ripple out and help make the games industry as a whole a better place for workers and players alike," said Simon Hedrick, Overwatch bargaining committee member and Quality Analyst.

EEngadget

2d ago

BusinessControversialOriginal

Key takeaways

Apple increases older iPhone prices by $100
I am fine, I am fine, I am fine, I am fine, I just need...
1. 1. Apple increased the price of all of the previous generation iPhones it still sells by $100.
1. 2. The iPhone 16, now starts at $799, up from $699.
1. 3. As for the iPhone Air, pricing there now starts at $1,099, up from $999.

EEngadget

2d ago

TechControversialOpinion

Key takeaways

Everything Apple announced at the foldable iPhone launch
Here's all the new info Apple dropped today from its keynote.
1. 1. Apple announced the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.
1. 2. The iPhone 18 Pro models have an upgraded camera system and they run on an A20 Pro chipset.
1. 3. Apple is promising the longest battery life of any iPhone to date on these devices.

Catch up on Engadget articles in minutes