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Pixel 7 owners can try Google’s new Clear Calling feature in beta

One of the Pixel 7 family’s signature software features is available to try if you’re willing to live on the bleeding edge. Android Police reports Google has shared a third beta for Android 13’s first Quarterly Platform Release (QPR1) that adds Clear Calling for the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro. Enable it in the sound… Continue reading Pixel 7 owners can try Google’s new Clear Calling feature in beta

‘Kerbal Space Program 2’ finally arrives on February 24th

It’s nearly three years late, but Kerbal Space Program 2 is almost here, provided you don’t mind a few rough edges. Private Division has revealed that the sequel to its rocket construction game will be available on February 24th as an Early Access release through Steam, the Epic Games Store and other online shops. The… Continue reading ‘Kerbal Space Program 2’ finally arrives on February 24th

‘Resident Evil 4’ remake gameplay shows tense but familiar action

It’s now clearer just how Capcom will handle the Resident Evil 4 remake. Both a story trailer from Capcom and a gameplay preview from IGN show that the developer isn’t messing with the core mechanics of the 2005 classic even as ramps up the horror. While the re-do is certainly creepier (particularly in cutscenes), the… Continue reading ‘Resident Evil 4’ remake gameplay shows tense but familiar action

Apple’s head of hardware design is leaving the company after three years

Apple’s main replacement for Jony Ive is leaving. The company has confirmed to Bloomberg that industrial design head Evans Hankey is departing after three years. There’s no named replacement as of this writing, but Hankey will reportedly remain in her position for six months as part of a transition. Alan Dye, who took the software… Continue reading Apple’s head of hardware design is leaving the company after three years

Apple’s M1 MacBook Air drops to $799, plus the rest of the week’s best tech deals

All products recommended by Engadget are selected by our editorial team, independent of our parent company. Some of our stories include affiliate links. If you buy something through one of these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. All prices are correct at the time of publishing. The week is nearing its end, which means… Continue reading Apple’s M1 MacBook Air drops to $799, plus the rest of the week’s best tech deals

Akai reveals a bigger sibling for one of the best budget MIDI controllers

Akai’s MPK Mini mk3 is a solid and affordable way to get into MIDI keyboard controllers, but there’s still a chance you want more flexibility for your music-making sessions. Thankfully, the company now has a more powerful option that still keeps costs in check. The just-launched MPK Mini Plus offers more range by expanding from… Continue reading Akai reveals a bigger sibling for one of the best budget MIDI controllers

The best iPad accessories for 2022

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TikTok denies that ByteDance planned to use the app to track individuals in the US

TikTok said it does not collect precise GPS location information from users in the US, which means it cannot be used to monitor people “in the way [Forbes] suggested.” The app’s communications team has tweeted that in response to a Forbes article claiming that a China-based team from its parent company, ByteDance, had planned to… Continue reading TikTok denies that ByteDance planned to use the app to track individuals in the US

Elon Musk reportedly wants to lay off most of Twitter’s employees

Twitter is gearing up for layoffs no matter whether Elon Musk purchases the company, which could happen as soon as this Friday, according to a report from The Washington Post. On one hand, Musk has told prospective investors that he plans to axe 75 percent of the Twitter’s 7,500-member staff upon completion of the deal,… Continue reading Elon Musk reportedly wants to lay off most of Twitter’s employees