/ From Apple’s Wonderlust iPhone event to the Detroit Auto Show, September has significant announcements and reveals of the things we care about the most. 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… Continue reading All the big conferences and events in tech, entertainment, and automotive coming this fall
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Lithium-ion batteries with recycled metals nearing production in the US
/ Two companies are working together to manufacture batteries made with recycled metals. By Emma Roth, a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Share this story Photo by Wan Shanchao / VCG via Getty Images We could… Continue reading Lithium-ion batteries with recycled metals nearing production in the US
Mario Kart Tour has crossed the finish line
/ Nintendo will stop adding new content to the mobile game Mario Kart Tour starting October 4th. By Sheena Vasani, a writer covering commerce, e-readers, and tech news. She previously wrote about everything from web development to AI at Inside. Share this story Image: Nintendo Nintendo and game publisher DeNA will discontinue creating new content… Continue reading Mario Kart Tour has crossed the finish line
Sony launches ‘foster care’ program for its aging robot dogs
/ Preloved ERS-1000 Aibo units donated to the program will be repaired and rehomed to medical and nursing facilities to help provide emotional support. 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 If you buy… Continue reading Sony launches ‘foster care’ program for its aging robot dogs
Let the robot vacuum wars begin: the newest Roombas tackle the competition’s biggest issues
/ iRobot’s j9 robot vacuum mop can seek out your dirtiest rooms, physically scrub your floors, refill its own mop, and not leave you with a dirty dock. By Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, a smart home reviewer who’s been testing connected gadgets since 2013. Previously a writer for Wirecutter, Wired, and BBC Science Focus. Share this… Continue reading Let the robot vacuum wars begin: the newest Roombas tackle the competition’s biggest issues
A new-old camera, Clubhouse pivots, and smart home apps galore
/ Plus, in this week’s Installer: Wireless speakers, video game deals, and movie disasters. 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 If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a… Continue reading A new-old camera, Clubhouse pivots, and smart home apps galore
Can you guess how many apps we have on our phones?
/ Because Fridays can sometimes get weird, The Verge staff started discussing how many apps they have on their phones — and why. Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge As you can imagine, there are a lot of interesting — and occasionally off-the-wall — conversations that take place on The Verge’s Slack channels,… Continue reading Can you guess how many apps we have on our phones?
Roblox: all the news about the popular social and gaming platform
Roblox is a massive app — as of September 2023, Roblox says it has more than 65 million daily active users — and it’s becoming an increasingly interesting platform to watch amid growing competition from social and metaverse platforms like Epic Games’ Fortnite and Meta’s Horizon Worlds. While Roblox has traditionally been associated as a… Continue reading Roblox: all the news about the popular social and gaming platform
The coolest smart home gadgets I saw in Berlin
/ New Nanoleaf lamps, smart windows, smart charging, and ceiling lights are among the shiny objects that caught my eye at this year’s IFA tech trade show. By Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, a smart home reviewer who’s been testing connected gadgets since 2013. Previously a writer for Wirecutter, Wired, and BBC Science Focus. Share this story… Continue reading The coolest smart home gadgets I saw in Berlin
You’ll soon be able to buy a brand-new Xbox 360
/ But you’ll have to build it yourself. By Ash Parrish, a reporter who has covered the business, culture, and communities of video games for seven years. Previously, she worked at Kotaku. Share this story If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. Image: Mega… Continue reading You’ll soon be able to buy a brand-new Xbox 360