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California will require fingerprint screening for Uber drivers to provide rideshares to minors
- 13 hours ago
New Mexico state IDs can now be added to digital wallets
- 13 hours ago
Threads is testing post analytics
- 14 hours ago
Google DeepMind's Genie 2 can generate interactive 3D worlds
- 15 hours ago
OpenAI wants $200 a month for its most advanced features
- 17 hours ago
Meta expands its strike removal feature to Instagram and all Facebook users
The Morning After: You can buy a deck of Balatro cards
Well, preorder. And only four jokers?
The best cheap fitness trackers for 2024
Staying on top of your activity does not have to break the bank.
Kindle Scribe 2 review in progress: Is slightly useful AI worth the extra cash?
I'm not sure Amazon has done enough to justify charging more for its writing tablet.
Latest
- 10 hours ago
California will require fingerprint screening for Uber drivers to provide rideshares to minors
- 13 hours ago
New Mexico state IDs can now be added to digital wallets
- 13 hours ago
Threads is testing post analytics
- 14 hours ago
Google DeepMind's Genie 2 can generate interactive 3D worlds
- 15 hours ago
OpenAI wants $200 a month for its most advanced features
- 17 hours ago
Meta expands its strike removal feature to Instagram and all Facebook users
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All gear stories
California will require fingerprint screening for Uber drivers to provide rideshares to minors
California is introducing new requirements aimed at protecting young passengers traveling alone in taxis and rideshares.
Anna Washenko10 hours ago
New Mexico state IDs can now be added to digital wallets
New Mexico has rolled out support for digital state IDs in Google and Apple's wallet apps.
Ian Carlos Campbell13 hours ago
Threads is testing post analytics
Meta is testing an expanded version of its analytics feature, which will show users stats for specific Threads posts, Adam Mosseri said in an update.
Karissa Bell13 hours ago
Google DeepMind's Genie 2 can generate interactive 3D worlds
Google DeepMind's new algorithm can create simulated 3D worlds and sustain them for as long as a minute.
Igor Bonifacic14 hours ago
OpenAI wants $200 a month for its most advanced features
Starting today, ChatGPT users can pay $200 per month for ChatGPT Pro, which includes access to OpenAI's most advanced models.
Igor Bonifacic15 hours ago
Meta expands its strike removal feature to Instagram and all Facebook users
Meta is expanding its feature that helps users avoid “Facebook jail.” The in-app education tools are now available to anyone on facebook, and are rolling out to creators on Instagram.
Karissa Bell17 hours ago
Microsoft starts testing Copilot Vision in Edge
The experimental feature scans the websites you browse in Edge and can have a chat with you about them. Microsoft is taking a strict approach to security and privacy.
Will Shanklin17 hours ago
Android's latest round of AI features improve accessibility, file sharing and more
Google has announced a swath of new AI features for the entire Android ecosystem, with special attention for Pixel users.
Igor Bonifacic17 hours ago
Samsung's One UI 7 is out in beta and it's chock full of security features
The company’s upcoming One UI 7 is out as a beta release. It’s filled with all kinds of updated security features, thanks to improved integration with Knox Matrix.
Lawrence Bonk17 hours ago
Oura is rolling out its sickness detection feature to Ring Gen 3 and Ring 4 users
Oura is moving a respiratory sickness detection feature out of beta. Ring Gen 3 and Ring 4 wearers with an active subscription should have access by December 9.
Kris Holt18 hours ago
Bitcoin price breaks the $100,000 barrier for the first time
The cryptocurrency hit the milestone for the first time in its nearly 16-year history.
Will Shanklin18 hours ago
One of our favorite Bluetooth speakers is 41 percent off right now
Get the Marshall Emberton II Portable Bluetooth Speaker for just $100.
Sarah Fielding19 hours ago
Telegram finally takes action to remove CSAM from its platform
Telegram will work with the non-profit organization International Watch Foundation.
Sarah Fielding20 hours ago
Humane CosmOS kinda turns everything into a Pin
Humane's universally derided AI pin was a flop, so it's now pivoting to software.
Steve Dent20 hours ago
Master & Dynamic updates its decade-old ME05 earphones for the modern world
The updated ME05 retains the same premium brass design while adding touches for the modern world, like a USB-C adapter with DAC.
Will Shanklin21 hours ago
Uber rebrands its courier service and expands on-demand car seats to five more cities
Uber Connect is now Uber Courier, and it adds some time-saving features. The rideshare company also expanded its cities where your driver can come equipped with a car seat for children.
Will Shanklin21 hours ago
The Morning After: You can buy a deck of Balatro cards
The biggest news stories this morning: PlayStation VR2 will get hand-tracking support soon, OpenAI signs deal with Palmer Luckey’s Anduril to develop military AI, HBO’s Max is the latest service to try to recreate cable.
Mat Smitha day ago
Three and Vodafone will merge in the UK
It requires an investment in the billions from both companies.
Sarah Fieldinga day ago
The best cheap fitness trackers for 2024
Here are the best cheap fitness trackers you can buy for $100 or less, as tested by Engadget editors.
Malak Saleha day ago
Peloton is introducing a new audio-focused strength training app
Peloton is launching a new app called Strength+ that guides users through strength workouts with audio.
Ian Carlos Campbell12.05.2024