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A gadget lover’s guide to the great outdoors
/ On The Vergecast: the latest in vanlife gear, how to level up the audio on your social videos, and some thoughts on web browsers. By David Pierce, editor-at-large and Vergecast co-host with over a decade of experience covering consumer tech. Previously, at Protocol, The Wall Street Journal, and Wired. Share this story Image: Alex… Continue reading A gadget lover’s guide to the great outdoors
Jaguar’s bizarre rebranding continues with the Type 00 concept electric car
/ The new face of Jaguar is very long, and very Miami Pink — or London Blue if you prefer. By Richard Lawler, a senior editor following news across tech, culture, policy, and entertainment. He joined The Verge in 2021 after several years covering news at Engadget. Share this story Jaguar’s new ethos is “copy… Continue reading Jaguar’s bizarre rebranding continues with the Type 00 concept electric car
Lenovo Legion Go S leak shows renders of the cheaper handheld gaming PC
/ If the Legion Go isn’t cheap enough for you yet, there may be another option very soon. By Umar Shakir, a news writer fond of the electric vehicle lifestyle and things that plug in via USB-C. He spent over 15 years in IT support before joining The Verge. Share this story If you buy… Continue reading Lenovo Legion Go S leak shows renders of the cheaper handheld gaming PC
GM sells stake in EV battery plant to partner LG Energy Solutions
/ The two companies will continue to work together, jointly developing prismatic battery cells. By Andrew J. Hawkins, transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Share this story Illustration by Alex Castro / The… Continue reading GM sells stake in EV battery plant to partner LG Energy Solutions
Leaks reveal a new DJI drone with a compact folding design
/ The DJI Flip will incorporate propeller guards into its folding design making it easier for amateurs to safely fly. By Andrew Liszewski, a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2011, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. Share this story New leaked videos… Continue reading Leaks reveal a new DJI drone with a compact folding design
Google Maps is now displaying Waze incident reports
/ Don’t be surprised if you see incident reports sourced from Waze users inside Google Maps. By Umar Shakir, a news writer fond of the electric vehicle lifestyle and things that plug in via USB-C. He spent over 15 years in IT support before joining The Verge. Share this story Image: The Verge Google Maps… Continue reading Google Maps is now displaying Waze incident reports
Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares resigns from struggling carmaker
/ Dealers have criticized the automaker for not releasing affordable vehicles, leading to a drop in sales. By Jess Weatherbed, a news writer focused on creative industries, computing, and internet culture. Jess started her career at TechRadar, covering news and hardware reviews. Share this story Stellanis is the parent company behind many brands and vehicles,… Continue reading Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares resigns from struggling carmaker
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N review: fake shifting, real fun
Electric Cars Even die-hard car enthusiasts have to smile at what Hyundai’s N Performance Division has done with the Ioniq 5. Share this story Image: Hyundai Spend any time around dyed-in-the-wool automotive enthusiasts, and you’ll undoubtedly hear how “boring” electric vehicles are. The common complaint is that they lack a physical engine “feel” or an… Continue reading Hyundai Ioniq 5 N review: fake shifting, real fun
FTC changes its telemarketing rules to cover growing ‘tech support scam’ calls
/ Now, consumers will be protected even if they initiate a call to a tech support scammer. By Umar Shakir, a news writer fond of the electric vehicle lifestyle and things that plug in via USB-C. He spent over 15 years in IT support before joining The Verge. Share this story Illustration by Amelia Holowaty… Continue reading FTC changes its telemarketing rules to cover growing ‘tech support scam’ calls