PowerWash Simulator 2 will let you blast away grime in split screen co-op

2 dirty, 2 power wash-y. 2 dirty, 2 power wash-y. Ash Parrish is a reporter who covers the business, culture, and communities of video games, with a focus on marginalized gamers and the quirky, horny culture of video game communities. There are a lot of “simulator” games out there that gamify everything from driving your… Continue reading PowerWash Simulator 2 will let you blast away grime in split screen co-op

Lexus’ sporty RZ is the latest EV with fake engine noises to simulate gear-shifting

Lexus added more range and power to its RZ electric crossover. Lexus added more range and power to its RZ electric crossover. Umar Shakir is 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. Lexus is… Continue reading Lexus’ sporty RZ is the latest EV with fake engine noises to simulate gear-shifting

Revisiting Windows 1.0: how Microsoft’s first desktop gracefully failed

1985 is calling, and it has some lessons for Windows 8 Sean Hollister is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. Editor’s note: Bill Gates unveiled Windows 1.0 to the world 30 years ago, before… Continue reading Revisiting Windows 1.0: how Microsoft’s first desktop gracefully failed

Amtrak’s revamped app makes it easier to find your train status

The new app offers quicker access to your eTicket and lets you select your seat. The new app offers quicker access to your eTicket and lets you select your seat. Umar Shakir is a news writer fond of the electric vehicle lifestyle and things that plug in via USB-C. He spent over 15 years in… Continue reading Amtrak’s revamped app makes it easier to find your train status

Solar and wind beat coal in the US for the first time

Renewable energy has made significant strides in the US. Renewable energy has made significant strides in the US. In a first for the US, wind and solar produced more electricity than coal last year, according to a new report from energy think tank Ember. Coal fell to a historic low, generating 15 percent of the… Continue reading Solar and wind beat coal in the US for the first time

A Trump official has been moonlighting as a fashion influencer

Everyone wants to be an influencer — including a spokesperson for the Office of Personnel Management, who has been blogging her outfits from the OPM office. Everyone wants to be an influencer — including a spokesperson for the Office of Personnel Management, who has been blogging her outfits from the OPM office. Mia Sato is… Continue reading A Trump official has been moonlighting as a fashion influencer

The Tile Pro has dropped to its best price ever just in time for spring break

We also found deals on other travel-friendly gadgets, including a MagSafe-ready microSD card reader and the Instax Mini 12. We also found deals on other travel-friendly gadgets, including a MagSafe-ready microSD card reader and the Instax Mini 12. Sheena Vasani writes about tech news, reviews gadgets, and helps readers save money by highlighting deals and… Continue reading The Tile Pro has dropped to its best price ever just in time for spring break

Toyota introduces an electric C-HR and updated bZ4X for Europe

The new bZ4X will get more range and power, and faster charging later this year. The new bZ4X will get more range and power, and faster charging later this year. Wes Davis is a weekend editor who covers the latest in tech and entertainment. He has written news, reviews, and more as a tech journalist… Continue reading Toyota introduces an electric C-HR and updated bZ4X for Europe

Google DeepMind’s new AI models help robots perform physical tasks, even without training

Gemini Robotics also makes robots more dexterous, allowing them to perform more precise tasks, like folding a piece of paper. Gemini Robotics also makes robots more dexterous, allowing them to perform more precise tasks, like folding a piece of paper. Emma Roth is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social… Continue reading Google DeepMind’s new AI models help robots perform physical tasks, even without training

iRobot tells investors its future is in doubt

The Roomba manufacturer warns there’s ‘substantial doubt’ about its ability to continue as its stock price keeps sliding. The Roomba manufacturer warns there’s ‘substantial doubt’ about its ability to continue as its stock price keeps sliding. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy is a smart home reporter who’s been testing connected gadgets since 2013. Previously a contributor to… Continue reading iRobot tells investors its future is in doubt