She will star alongside Taylor Russell in the new version of the '90s erotic thriller The post Jenna Ortega to star in ‘Single White Female’ remake appeared first on NME.
She will star alongside Taylor Russell in the new version of the '90s erotic thriller The post Jenna Ortega to star in ‘Single White…
Need something new for your reading list? This week, we recommend A.D. Sui's The Iron Garden Sutra, a meditative horror sci-fi/fantasy and murder mystery. I don't typically gravitate toward locked room mysteries, but the description of this book ticked all the right boxes to win me over: "a death monk and a team…
Need something new for your reading list? This week, we recommend A.D. Sui's The Iron Garden Sutra, a meditative horror sci-fi/fantasy and…
The iconic singer delivered the keynote address at Dollywood on March 13.
The iconic singer delivered the keynote address at Dollywood on March 13.
“I can’t believe I have to type these words" The post ‘Scrubs’ star Zach Braff denies he’s dating an AI chatbot appeared first on NME.
“I can’t believe I have to type these words" The post ‘Scrubs’ star Zach Braff denies he’s dating an AI chatbot appeared…
Here's how to catch the Heineken Chinese GP live in the U.S.
Here's how to catch the Heineken Chinese GP live in the U.S.
He played guitar alongside Lemmy and co. for 31 years The post Tributes paid after death of Motörhead legend Phil Campbell, age 64: “His legacy, music and the memories he created with so many will live on forever” appeared first on NME.
He played guitar alongside Lemmy and co. for 31 years The post Tributes paid after death of Motörhead legend Phil Campbell, age 64:…
Meta could be preparing for one of the largest layoffs in its history, according to a Reuters report. The tech giant is planning to cut about 20 percent of its workforce, according to the outlet's sources. According to the report, neither a date nor the exact number of layoffs has been finalized yet. However, Reuters…
Meta could be preparing for one of the largest layoffs in its history, according to a Reuters report. The tech giant is planning to cut…
With a number of free streaming options, here's when and where to watch the three-time Grammy-winner pull double duty as host and musical guest of 'Saturday Night Live.'
With a number of free streaming options, here's when and where to watch the three-time Grammy-winner pull double duty as host and musical…
This week Kurt and Lucy gotcha covered with the biggest news of the week, Xbox's Project Helix details, video game toilets, and more!
This week Kurt and Lucy gotcha covered with the biggest news of the week, Xbox's Project Helix details, video game toilets, and more!
Happy Saturday, all! This week, we found a number of deals that should help you unwind and relax over the next few days (and beyond). If you’re planning to stream the Oscars on Sunday, there’s still time to take advantage of a great deal on Hulu and Disney Plus, as well as Google’s latest 4K […]
Happy Saturday, all! This week, we found a number of deals that should help you unwind and relax over the next few days (and beyond). If…
The actress talks Jessica’s spoiler-filled arc and audience reactions: “I hope that people can enjoy my performance, even if they’re frustrated or confused by the motive or the reveal.”
The actress talks Jessica’s spoiler-filled arc and audience reactions: “I hope that people can enjoy my performance, even if they’re…
Digg has shut down, for now, just a few months after its open beta launched. Justin Mezzell, the company’s CEO, has explained on the home page that it noticed hours after the beta launched that it was already being targeted by SEO spammers. “The internet is now populated, in meaningful part, by sophisticated AI agents…
Digg has shut down, for now, just a few months after its open beta launched. Justin Mezzell, the company’s CEO, has explained on the home…
Though it was weird to see the Golden Globes partner with Polymarket for its most recent awards show, the collaboration wasn't shocking given the way that people have begun using prediction markets to gamble on basically anything. Prediction markets are being used to bet on everything from when wars might break out to…
Though it was weird to see the Golden Globes partner with Polymarket for its most recent awards show, the collaboration wasn't shocking…
Punch the monkey, an adorable macaque born last July in Japan, captured the world's attention recently. He was abandoned by his mother and rejected by his community, only to find solace and comfort in a $20 orangutan plush toy from IKEA. His story tugged on the heartstrings of people worldwide who felt bad for the…
Punch the monkey, an adorable macaque born last July in Japan, captured the world's attention recently. He was abandoned by his mother and…
Not much has changed in the new MacBook Air for 2026: It now has the M5 chip, Wi-Fi 7, and faster storage starting at 512GB instead of 256GB. It's just as outstanding a computer as last year's model, even if it's a shame it's $100 more expensive. The bigger change has happened to the Air. […]
Not much has changed in the new MacBook Air for 2026: It now has the M5 chip, Wi-Fi 7, and faster storage starting at 512GB instead of…
According to Crowes guitarist Rich Robinson, there was some confusion about who exactly was going to open the 1990 Pump Tour
According to Crowes guitarist Rich Robinson, there was some confusion about who exactly was going to open the 1990 Pump Tour
You may recognize Jonathan Djob Nkondo's work from animated projects like the surreal sci-fi series Scavengers Reign or the recent Gorillaz short film The Mountain, The Moon Cave and The Sad God. But before that the French artist and animator made self-published comics that depicted strange alien worlds and future…
You may recognize Jonathan Djob Nkondo's work from animated projects like the surreal sci-fi series Scavengers Reign or the recent Gorillaz…
Longest-tenured guitarist in Lemmy-led metal band dies following "a long and courageous battle in intensive care after a complex major operation"
Longest-tenured guitarist in Lemmy-led metal band dies following "a long and courageous battle in intensive care after a complex major…
The documentary from Shakiba Adil and Elina Hirvonen, premiering at CPH:DOX in Copenhagen, features clandestinely shot mobile phone footage and shows "the power of art to keep hope and humanism alive."
The documentary from Shakiba Adil and Elina Hirvonen, premiering at CPH:DOX in Copenhagen, features clandestinely shot mobile phone footage…
The recent NME Cover star spoke to us at Wembley's Trans Mission gig about embracing the guitar on her “wild” forthcoming album, and explained how she uses her music to represent the voices of those around her The post Rose Gray on supporting the LGBTQ+ community, Wolf Alice, and the “different world” of her…
The recent NME Cover star spoke to us at Wembley's Trans Mission gig about embracing the guitar on her “wild” forthcoming album, and…
The Cetra Open Wireless aren’t like most other gaming earbuds. They’re large, with an open-style design that rests just outside of your ears, letting game audio mix with sounds in your environment. These allow for immersion, but only if your environment is quiet enough. And turning them up might let those nearby hear…
The Cetra Open Wireless aren’t like most other gaming earbuds. They’re large, with an open-style design that rests just outside of your…
"And before you know it you’re standing in front of 10,000 people dressed as a dartboard….God Save CMAT!" The post Watch Harry Hill join CMAT onstage at London Alexandra Palace show dressed as a dartboard appeared first on NME.
"And before you know it you’re standing in front of 10,000 people dressed as a dartboard….God Save CMAT!" The post Watch Harry Hill join…
Some were more welcoming of the nostalgia, with one fan saying a short mini-series that didn't "overstay its welcome" was ideal The post ‘Malcolm In The Middle’ fans divided over reboot trailer: “Let good things die!” appeared first on NME.
Some were more welcoming of the nostalgia, with one fan saying a short mini-series that didn't "overstay its welcome" was ideal The post…
"Someone might be watching everything I'm doing on my screen," I tell myself in public. Even when I'm doing nothing of consequence - just making my little Wordle guesses - there's a sense of unease that stays with me. It's never bothered me too much, and I generally save the sensitive stuff like banking for […]
"Someone might be watching everything I'm doing on my screen," I tell myself in public. Even when I'm doing nothing of consequence - just…
I just got back from the GDC Festival of Gaming, a big industry-focused event in San Francisco that was formerly known as the Game Developers Conference. While the show is mostly about educational sessions and networking opportunities for working developers, there were also a bunch of games that I got to play. Here…
I just got back from the GDC Festival of Gaming, a big industry-focused event in San Francisco that was formerly known as the Game…
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 119, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, hope your agents are well, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I've been reading about Pixar's future and flight MH370 and sports gambling…
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 119, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, hope…
The former Skid Row vocalist said he had been "thrown into the whirlwind of rock ‘n’ roll" at the time The post Sebastian Bach apologises over reports he had a relationship with Christina Applegate when she was 17 appeared first on NME.
The former Skid Row vocalist said he had been "thrown into the whirlwind of rock ‘n’ roll" at the time The post Sebastian Bach apologises…
It follows his arrest while wandering the streets of Los Angeles last August The post Lil Nas X issues statement after court appearance, tips Radiohead busker $100 appeared first on NME.
It follows his arrest while wandering the streets of Los Angeles last August The post Lil Nas X issues statement after court appearance,…
The rapper, presenter and Rizzle Kicks star spoke to NME backstage at Trans Mission, and discussed the importance of standing up for those being "targeted" in society The post Jordan Stephens on being “inspired” by the trans community, supporting grassroots venues, and seeing Kate Nash as a “big sister” appeared first…
The rapper, presenter and Rizzle Kicks star spoke to NME backstage at Trans Mission, and discussed the importance of standing up for those…
Some European retailers have stopped selling certain headphones after an EU-funded study found that they contained hormone-disrupting chemicals. The study included leading brands such as Apple, Beats, Samsung, Bose, JBL, and Sennheiser. Online stores Bol.com, Coolblue, and Mediamarkt didn't respond to inquiries from…
Some European retailers have stopped selling certain headphones after an EU-funded study found that they contained hormone-disrupting…
Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. A bunch of intriguing games arrived this week, including a mobile port of one of the most absorbing things I’ve played in years and two completely different titles with the same name. Let’s get things started with a look at a few projects that…
Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. A bunch of intriguing games arrived this week, including a mobile…
The band are set to kick off thier tour later this month, and will play another intimate gig in Bradford tonight (March 14) The post Watch Gorillaz play intimate Bradford warm-up show for ‘The Mountain’ tour: “I wanted to do something distinctively multicultural in this city” appeared first on…
The band are set to kick off thier tour later this month, and will play another intimate gig in Bradford tonight (March 14) The post Watch…
The Australian indie rock band will hit Governors Ball, Bonnaroo and Osheaga this summer, plus a run of dates supporting Rainbow Kitten Surprise.
The Australian indie rock band will hit Governors Ball, Bonnaroo and Osheaga this summer, plus a run of dates supporting Rainbow Kitten…
Ian Purnell looked to imbue his CPH:DOX-premiering debut feature about a remote corner of Alaska getting connected with a "sensual" quality: "We were often talking about what kind of animal something could be."
Ian Purnell looked to imbue his CPH:DOX-premiering debut feature about a remote corner of Alaska getting connected with a "sensual"…
A headlining world tour in support of the album was also announced.
A headlining world tour in support of the album was also announced.
Elijah Wood, Shawn Hatosy and Kathryn Newton are also among the cast in an action-horror-comedy follow-up that picks up just minutes after the 2019 feature.
Elijah Wood, Shawn Hatosy and Kathryn Newton are also among the cast in an action-horror-comedy follow-up that picks up just minutes after…
Dongnan Chen's second feature, premiering at CPH:DOX, follows three girls in China, one of whom has just had her first menstruation: "I think of the film as a dream running parallel to reality."
Dongnan Chen's second feature, premiering at CPH:DOX, follows three girls in China, one of whom has just had her first menstruation: "I…
Debuting at SXSW, the latest film from the 'Drinking Buddies' director centers on a young woman in Alaska who reconnects with her ex while on a break from a long-term relationship.
Debuting at SXSW, the latest film from the 'Drinking Buddies' director centers on a young woman in Alaska who reconnects with her ex while…
Documentary filmmaker Rachel Mason ('Circus of Books') unlocks the case of Billy London, whose gruesome killing was set against a backdrop of homophobia and AIDS.
Documentary filmmaker Rachel Mason ('Circus of Books') unlocks the case of Billy London, whose gruesome killing was set against a backdrop…
Kate Hudson has been named the recipient of this year's Razzie Redeemer Award for her performance in 'Song Sung Blue.'
Kate Hudson has been named the recipient of this year's Razzie Redeemer Award for her performance in 'Song Sung Blue.'
Toliver notched his first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 with OCTANE.
Toliver notched his first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 with OCTANE.
The band's Sandbox album, AAR's first since 2012, arrives on May 15.
The band's Sandbox album, AAR's first since 2012, arrives on May 15.
The country legend assured fans she is "back to normal" after postponing her Las Vegas residency in September due to health challenges
The country legend assured fans she is "back to normal" after postponing her Las Vegas residency in September due to health challenges
Bungie's slick extraction shooter is great at creating tense battles, incredible highs, and painful lows.
Bungie's slick extraction shooter is great at creating tense battles, incredible highs, and painful lows.
Simply the best new dance tracks of the week.
Simply the best new dance tracks of the week.
For the first time in 20 years, the award-winning musician recorded in his native Uruguay.
For the first time in 20 years, the award-winning musician recorded in his native Uruguay.
Noah Wyle and Jimmy Kimmel also received special awards at the luncheon ceremony.
Noah Wyle and Jimmy Kimmel also received special awards at the luncheon ceremony.
OpenAI plans to add its Sora video generation model directly into ChatGPT, The Information reports . The standalone Sora app was seen as a smash hit when it launched alongside Sora 2 in September 2025, but interest in the video generation app has fallen in the time since as users ran into limits on the amount and…
OpenAI plans to add its Sora video generation model directly into ChatGPT, The Information reports . The standalone Sora app was seen as a…
The network (aka "the cool division of Oracle") unleashed David and showrunner Jeff Schaffer to reveal details about the now-titled sketch comedy about American history.
The network (aka "the cool division of Oracle") unleashed David and showrunner Jeff Schaffer to reveal details about the now-titled sketch…
The Live Nation-Ticketmaster trial is back on. Dozens of states are expected to move forward with their claims against the company's alleged concert industry monopoly beginning on Monday, following a brief hearing on Friday. The Justice Department and a handful of states have accepted settlements with the company, but…
The Live Nation-Ticketmaster trial is back on. Dozens of states are expected to move forward with their claims against the company's…
The singer called out the actor a few months ago and called the movie about her father "dishonest."
The singer called out the actor a few months ago and called the movie about her father "dishonest."
The new night spot takes its name from Young and Kane Brown's smash hit.
The new night spot takes its name from Young and Kane Brown's smash hit.
While he has a favorite, he wrote that there are a couple of songs "creeping back up there."
While he has a favorite, he wrote that there are a couple of songs "creeping back up there."
The rapper defended the pop star's viral encounter with aggressive photographers and autograph seekers
The rapper defended the pop star's viral encounter with aggressive photographers and autograph seekers
Meta AI should soon be better at surfacing international news content thanks to a set of new deals with publishers. The company announced new agreements with international outlets and offered additional details on its recent deal with News Corp. The latest deals bring French newspaper Le Figaro, Spanish media…
Meta AI should soon be better at surfacing international news content thanks to a set of new deals with publishers. The company announced…
The director channeled his grief over the loss of his parents into the $500,000 film — shot in his childhood home and marketed as “the scariest movie you'll ever hear.”
The director channeled his grief over the loss of his parents into the $500,000 film — shot in his childhood home and marketed as “the…
The former late night host was early to the video podcast game, now he is leaning on those platforms to promote this year's awards telecast.
The former late night host was early to the video podcast game, now he is leaning on those platforms to promote this year's awards telecast.
The actress and singer, a member of supergroup Blackpink, plays Mi-rae, an exhausted webtoon producer, while the veteran K-Drama actor plays her “frosty” co-worker, Kyeong-nam, in the series.
The actress and singer, a member of supergroup Blackpink, plays Mi-rae, an exhausted webtoon producer, while the veteran K-Drama actor…
Manuscript was part of Christie's massive Jim Irsay auction
Manuscript was part of Christie's massive Jim Irsay auction
Adobe has agreed to pay the US government $75 million to settle its lawsuit over the company's allegedly harmful approach to subscriptions. The suit started in 2024, when the US Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission filed a joint complaint alleging the company deliberately made it difficult to cancel…
Adobe has agreed to pay the US government $75 million to settle its lawsuit over the company's allegedly harmful approach to subscriptions.…
He won an Emmy for work on DC's 'The Penguin.'
He won an Emmy for work on DC's 'The Penguin.'
In the mad dash many companies have made to incorporate AI features into their phones, Nothing arrived at one of the better ideas with Essential Space on the Nothing Phone 3a in 2025. The AI-powered app turns screenshots and voice recordings into actionable to-do lists and transcriptions, and now Nothing is rolling…
In the mad dash many companies have made to incorporate AI features into their phones, Nothing arrived at one of the better ideas with…
Apple's cheapest laptop is also its most repairable. iFixit gave the new MacBook Neo a 6/10 repairability score. Although that number would only be mediocre for, say, a game review or final exam grade, it's the MacBook line's highest iFixit score in about 14 years.As always, iFixit goes into great detail about the…
Apple's cheapest laptop is also its most repairable. iFixit gave the new MacBook Neo a 6/10 repairability score. Although that number would…
Although receiving a final rose is supposed to signify somewhat of a lifelong commitment, only four of the pairs on this list are still together.
Although receiving a final rose is supposed to signify somewhat of a lifelong commitment, only four of the pairs on this list are still…
All parties are expected to return to court on Monday
All parties are expected to return to court on Monday
Meta is killing end-to-end encryption in Instagram DMs. The feature will "no longer be supported after May 8, 2026," the company wrote in an update on its support page. Unlike WhatsApp, Meta never made encryption available to all Instagram users and it was never a default setting. Instead, users in "some areas" had…
Meta is killing end-to-end encryption in Instagram DMs. The feature will "no longer be supported after May 8, 2026," the company wrote in…
The company will continue to distribute library content, but will end production of first-run syndicated programming in a strategic shift.
The company will continue to distribute library content, but will end production of first-run syndicated programming in a strategic shift.
Nintendo loves to build on what it has already created. Donkey Kong Bananza, a game that mixes 3D platforming with freeform destruction, began as a prototype that built on ideas featured in Super Mario Odyssey, and the prototype featured a Goomba with giant fists.Super Mario Odyssey’s Luncheon Kingdom, among other…
Nintendo loves to build on what it has already created. Donkey Kong Bananza, a game that mixes 3D platforming with freeform destruction,…
There aren't alien robots descending from the sky in Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf. Instead, the opening of this sequel is much more somber than the first game, beginning with the exploration of a crashed spaceship and the discovery of a more human-driven enemy. Protagonist Lana and her cat-like companion…
There aren't alien robots descending from the sky in Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf. Instead, the opening of this sequel is much…
Games industry veteran Jeff Kaplan, the former Blizzard boss who is now making a new FPS called The Legend of California, has shared his thoughts on artificial intelligence in gaming.Speaking to Lex Fridman, Kaplan said the technology, as it exists today, is "mostly a hot mess" when it comes to trying to integrate it…
Games industry veteran Jeff Kaplan, the former Blizzard boss who is now making a new FPS called The Legend of California, has shared his…
Epic Games has run a few "buy this game on the Epic Games Store and get a Fortnite skin" promotions over the years, but it seems the Fortnite creator has decided to do a lot more of that kind of thing in 2026, starting in March with Resident Evil Requiem and Crimson Desert. Steve Allison, general manager for EGS,…
Epic Games has run a few "buy this game on the Epic Games Store and get a Fortnite skin" promotions over the years, but it seems the…
Amazon is raising the price of its ad-free Prime Video subscription and locking 4K UHD streaming behind this new tier. Starting April 10 for US customers, a rebranded Prime Video Ultra subscription will cost $5 per month, up from $3 per month. For that extra $2, you get a download capacity increase from 25 to 100, and…
Amazon is raising the price of its ad-free Prime Video subscription and locking 4K UHD streaming behind this new tier. Starting April 10…
Although only a small percentage of games on Steam appear to have been designed to spread malware, it's enough that the Federal Bureau of Investigation is now looking into it. The FBI's Seattle Division has announced that it's attempting to identify players who were victimized by fake games on Steam that secretly…
Although only a small percentage of games on Steam appear to have been designed to spread malware, it's enough that the Federal Bureau of…
“Anything that’s out on the internet was leaked without my authorization,” singer says
“Anything that’s out on the internet was leaked without my authorization,” singer says
As Facepunch Studios prepares to launch its new game-creation platform, s&box, in April, founder Garry Newman is weighing in on one of the game industry’s most contentious topics: artificial intelligence. The creator of Garry's Mod says AI has already become a powerful tool for developers, but he also believes…
As Facepunch Studios prepares to launch its new game-creation platform, s&box, in April, founder Garry Newman is weighing in on one of…
It looks like Super Meat Boy is coming to Fortnite soon, though we don't yet really know what that means, exactly. The announcement came via the Epic Games Store Twitter account, which posted three uncooked meat emojis alongside a picture of the Super Meat Boy 3D key art with the Fortnite logo added.🥩🥩🥩…
It looks like Super Meat Boy is coming to Fortnite soon, though we don't yet really know what that means, exactly. The announcement came…
This marks the fourth season of the star-studded iteration of 'Jeopardy!'
This marks the fourth season of the star-studded iteration of 'Jeopardy!'
The iconoclast officially releases his new album as Johnny Blue Skies — in physical format only. But he says it’ll come to streaming “at some point”
The iconoclast officially releases his new album as Johnny Blue Skies — in physical format only. But he says it’ll come to streaming “at…
Ariana Madix will also return to host the new season of Peacock's 'Love Island USA.'
Ariana Madix will also return to host the new season of Peacock's 'Love Island USA.'
Weeks after his detainment by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE), fighting game community member Ludovic Mbock is going home after being granted a low bond at a hearing.According to Mbock's friends and family in a GoFundMe update post, around 20 people were in the courtroom at the hearing, with…
Weeks after his detainment by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE), fighting game community member Ludovic Mbock is…
Parallels, the company best known for making the virtualization software that enables you to run Windows and other operating systems on a Mac, has confirmed that Parallels Desktop is compatible with the MacBook Neo. At launch it was unclear if Apple's new $600 laptop possessed the under-the-hood heft to run Windows…
Parallels, the company best known for making the virtualization software that enables you to run Windows and other operating systems on a…
If Donkey Kong Bananza is a game all about destruction, then the feature that allows for the most destruction could arguably be the best part of the game. According to a developer who worked on the game, the most destructive transformation for Donkey Kong might have gone too far, but that isn't a bad thing.Speaking to…
If Donkey Kong Bananza is a game all about destruction, then the feature that allows for the most destruction could arguably be the best…
Prime Video has announced a price increase for the subscription service, and it means the best way to watch Fallout--or anything else on the service--will soon be more expensive.What we're talking about here is the ad-free version of Prime Video. Currently, it costs $3/month extra to watch content without ads.…
Prime Video has announced a price increase for the subscription service, and it means the best way to watch Fallout--or anything else on…
We're living in a golden age of collectible figures right now, thanks to the rise of high-end sixth-scale figures that look incredibly realistic. Whether you're looking to build your very own Marvel Cinematic Universe or you want to celebrate a pop-culture icon, there's likely a figure out there just waiting to be…
We're living in a golden age of collectible figures right now, thanks to the rise of high-end sixth-scale figures that look incredibly…
Patrick Söderlund, the head of Arc Raiders studio Embark, has once again defended how the studio uses AI and revealed that the game now has fewer AI lines after the team re-recorded some parts.Like Embark's previous game, The Finals, Arc Raiders uses an AI-powered text-to-speech system. A lot of people took issue with…
Patrick Söderlund, the head of Arc Raiders studio Embark, has once again defended how the studio uses AI and revealed that the game now has…
The newly verified X account for Iran's supreme leader could be putting the company on the wrong side of US sanctions, according to a watchdog group. The Tech Transparency Project, which last month published a report on X granting premium perks to sanctioned officials in Iran, now says that the verified account for…
The newly verified X account for Iran's supreme leader could be putting the company on the wrong side of US sanctions, according to a…
TikTok's Chinese parent company ByteDance has figured out a way to access NVIDIA's latest AI chips despite export restrictions, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The company is working with a firm called Aolani Cloud and building out Blackwell computing systems in Malaysia. This should give…
TikTok's Chinese parent company ByteDance has figured out a way to access NVIDIA's latest AI chips despite export restrictions, according…
Inevitably, the more you use something — your Mac included — the more dirty and cluttered it’s likely to become. At that point, you can buy a new machine, but the more economical move is to make what you have already work better. To help your computer feel new, or at least a little cleaner and less chaotic, we put…
Inevitably, the more you use something — your Mac included — the more dirty and cluttered it’s likely to become. At that point, you can buy…
It's already smartphone season. Samsung's annual deluge encompasses three new phones for 2026: the frontier-pushing S26 Ultra ($1,300) with its innovative Privacy Screen, the S26 ($899) and the S26+ ($999). The smaller flagships, yet again, are iterative versions of what came before, with the major differences…
It's already smartphone season. Samsung's annual deluge encompasses three new phones for 2026: the frontier-pushing S26 Ultra ($1,300) with…
Somehow, Apple made a $599 laptop that's actually a joy to use. In this episode, Devindra and Deputy Editor Nathan Ingraham chat about what makes the MacBook Neo so great. And they also dive into the new M4 iPad Air, M5 MacBook Air and M5 Pro/Max MacBook Pros. Also, Roberto Baldwin, SAE International's Sustainability…
Somehow, Apple made a $599 laptop that's actually a joy to use. In this episode, Devindra and Deputy Editor Nathan Ingraham chat about what…
“I’m so proud of him,” his daughter reports. “He’s such a trooper, so resilient and committed to being healthy and proactive”
“I’m so proud of him,” his daughter reports. “He’s such a trooper, so resilient and committed to being healthy and proactive”
Apple is lowering its developer fees in China following discussions with the Chinese regulator. From March 15, the commission rate for standard in-app purchases (IAPs) will be reduced from 30 percent to 25 percent on its mainland China App Store storefront for both iOS and iPadOS. In a Developer blog, Apple also said…
Apple is lowering its developer fees in China following discussions with the Chinese regulator. From March 15, the commission rate for…
Apple's new family of laptops might have a cringeworthy name, but don't let it fool you. Despite the MacBook Neo running on a built-for-iPhone A-series processor and being limited to 8GB of RAM, it delivers on what Macs do best. It has a capable screen, keyboardand trackpadand its overall build quality should…
Apple's new family of laptops might have a cringeworthy name, but don't let it fool you. Despite the MacBook Neo running on a…
Meditation is often touted as a mental cure-all, purported to help with stress, sleep, mood, focus and even certain medical conditions. I’ve been meditating most of my adult life. I’ve done silent retreats. I’ve been formally trained in various techniques. I’ve had someone in my contacts list who I referred to as a…
Meditation is often touted as a mental cure-all, purported to help with stress, sleep, mood, focus and even certain medical conditions.…
Uber’s and Motional's Hyundai Ioniq 5 autonomous EVs will start appearing as an option for riders in Las Vegas. Passengers requesting for an UberX, Uber Electric, Uber Comfort or Uber Comfort Electric ride may be matched with a Motional robotaxi. They will not be forced to take it, though, and will be notified and…
Uber’s and Motional's Hyundai Ioniq 5 autonomous EVs will start appearing as an option for riders in Las Vegas. Passengers requesting for…
It’s hard to believe that it’s been almost four years since Apple gave the MacBook Air a serious glow-up. The 2022 model was a total redesign that bumped its performance with the M2 chip and also improved a number of key components. It was also the first MacBook Air to drop the signature tapered design, and Apple…
It’s hard to believe that it’s been almost four years since Apple gave the MacBook Air a serious glow-up. The 2022 model was a total…
Apple's exclusive deal for US broadcast rights of Formula 1 was a big shift to streaming from ESPN's cable coverage of the past, but after the first race (the Australian Grand Prix), it seems to be going well. "The 2026 Formula 1 season on Apple TV is off to a strong start, with fans responding positively and…
Apple's exclusive deal for US broadcast rights of Formula 1 was a big shift to streaming from ESPN's cable coverage of the past, but after…
Bandai Namco has announced a new Little Nightmares game, this time for virtual reality. Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes is developed by Iconik and not by Tarsier Studios, but it’s still connected to the beloved titles Little Nightmares I and II. Remember Dark Six, the protagonist Six’s dark doppelganger from the…
Bandai Namco has announced a new Little Nightmares game, this time for virtual reality. Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes is developed…
“I just couldn’t take not singing lead all the time,” the singer explained in response to the long-time rumors
“I just couldn’t take not singing lead all the time,” the singer explained in response to the long-time rumors
Many of us remember the halcyon days of being a kid in the ‘90s, spending a weekend afternoon with remote control in hand and a seemingly endless well of stuff to watch on TV. Now you can relive the experience thanks to the appropriately named Channel Surfer web app. It's essentially a YouTube discovery tool that…
Many of us remember the halcyon days of being a kid in the ‘90s, spending a weekend afternoon with remote control in hand and a seemingly…
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the union that covers warehouse workers, drivers and a diverse collection of other laborers, has come out against Paramount Skydance's merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. In a press release, the Teamsters announced that it has submitted a report to the US Department of…
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the union that covers warehouse workers, drivers and a diverse collection of other laborers,…
Adobe's long-time CEO has shared that he plans to step down. Shantanu Narayen has been the chief exec at the tech company for 18 years, a tenure where he led Adobe in the major shift to become a software-as-a-service provider. The exact timeline for his exit is still up in the air, as Narayen will depart when the…
Adobe's long-time CEO has shared that he plans to step down. Shantanu Narayen has been the chief exec at the tech company for 18 years, a…
NASA will soon give it another go on April Fools' Day. On Thursday, NASA said it's targeting April 1 at 6:24 PM ET for the Artemis II mission's next launch attempt.In case that date doesn't pan out, NASA added April 2 at 7:22 PM as a secondary launch opportunity. If necessary, the agency foresees several more openings…
NASA will soon give it another go on April Fools' Day. On Thursday, NASA said it's targeting April 1 at 6:24 PM ET for the Artemis II…
We've been seeing all sorts of warnings about how RAMaggedon is nigh. The latest horseman signalling a disaster is the International Data Corporation, which had already cautioned that things were looking bad at the end of 2025. Today, the organization further cut its forecasts for the PC market in 2026, anticipating…
We've been seeing all sorts of warnings about how RAMaggedon is nigh. The latest horseman signalling a disaster is the International Data…
KPop Demon Hunters is getting a sequel, Netflix and Sony have announced. Sony Pictures Animation handed the rights to the film to Netflix in 2021 as part of a larger licensing deal, but neither company could have expected how much of a hit it would ultimately become. Besides being Netflix's "most-watched movie of all…
KPop Demon Hunters is getting a sequel, Netflix and Sony have announced. Sony Pictures Animation handed the rights to the film to Netflix…
Instagram has long limited users' ability to share links, restricting link-sharing to Stories, Reels and user profiles. But that might now be changing. The company has started to test clickable links inside of post captions for subscribers to Meta Verified. The new feature, which has been a long-requested update…
Instagram has long limited users' ability to share links, restricting link-sharing to Stories, Reels and user profiles. But that might now…
European regulators are continuing to crack down on loot boxes and gaming features it classifies as "interactive risk categories." The Pan-European Game Information, better known as PEGI, is rolling out new rules that will apply age ratings based on the presence of loot boxes and other in-game purchases or…
European regulators are continuing to crack down on loot boxes and gaming features it classifies as "interactive risk…
Bumble is testing an AI dating assistant called "Bee" that it hopes will get users on dates without them having to swipe through profiles, Bloomberg writes. The company announced the AI assistant during its fourth quarter earnings, and intends to use the AI in a new experience it calls "Dates."When…
Bumble is testing an AI dating assistant called "Bee" that it hopes will get users on dates without them having to swipe through…
Anker’s Soundcore projectors have become an attractive option for buyers thanks to models like the P1 and Nebula X1 that combine performance and portability. Now, the company has added "affordability" to that equation with its latest model, the $369 P1i. Instead of being detachable like on the P1, its speakers fold…
Anker’s Soundcore projectors have become an attractive option for buyers thanks to models like the P1 and Nebula X1 that combine…
It’s already been a busy year for high-profile Microsoft departures, with longtime Xbox chief Phil Spencer bowing out last month alongside his expected successor Sarah Bond. Today it’s the turn of Microsoft's head of Experiences + Devices, Rajesh Jha, who leaves after more than 35 years at the company. Jha, who…
It’s already been a busy year for high-profile Microsoft departures, with longtime Xbox chief Phil Spencer bowing out last month alongside…
Amazon just unveiled a new personality type for Alexa+. The "sassy" option is reserved for adults and the company claims it will throw out censored curse words from time to time. Amazon describes this option as a combination of "unfiltered personality" and "razor-sharp wit, playful sarcasm and…
Amazon just unveiled a new personality type for Alexa+. The "sassy" option is reserved for adults and the company claims it will…
Fancy yourself as one of those folks who stands in front of an expensive touchscreen display on a news network on election night, zooming in and out of counties while bleating about polling and voting data? If so, you might get a kick out of BallotGuessr. This is a riff on GeoGuessr that tasks you with guessing…
Fancy yourself as one of those folks who stands in front of an expensive touchscreen display on a news network on election night, zooming…
Ukraine's four-year war with Russia has made it the world leader in battlefield drone technology. One byproduct of that is that the data it collects has become one of the country's most valuable assets. On Thursday, Ukraine played that card, saying it will begin sharing its battlefield data with allies to train drone…
Ukraine's four-year war with Russia has made it the world leader in battlefield drone technology. One byproduct of that is that the data it…
After spending many years as the public face of Overwatch, Jeff Kaplan stayed well out of the limelight after leaving Blizzard in 2021. Five years later, the former Blizzard vice president and Overwatch lead director is back with his own studio and a new game, which you might be able to play pretty soon.The Legend of…
After spending many years as the public face of Overwatch, Jeff Kaplan stayed well out of the limelight after leaving Blizzard in 2021.…
With Claude enjoying a moment of newfound popularity among regular people, Anthropic is previewing an update designed to make its chatbot better at explaining some concepts. Starting today, Claude can generate charts and diagrams as part of its responses, either when asked directly or when it decides visuals might be…
With Claude enjoying a moment of newfound popularity among regular people, Anthropic is previewing an update designed to make its chatbot…
Honda has announced it is canceling three electric vehicles it was months from starting production on at its EV Hub in Ohio. The Honda 0 SUV, the Honda 0 sedan and the Acura RSX are all being wound down. The company showed off all three models, and touted them as in near-production form at CES 2025. Unlike the Honda…
Honda has announced it is canceling three electric vehicles it was months from starting production on at its EV Hub in Ohio. The Honda 0…
Flash floods are notoriously difficult to predict, but Google might have a novel solution. The company just revealed Groundsource, a prediction tool for flash floods that uses Gemini to source data from old news reports. This is the first time it has used a language model for this type of work. Flash flood prediction…
Flash floods are notoriously difficult to predict, but Google might have a novel solution. The company just revealed Groundsource, a…
Microsoft has unveiled Copilot Health, an AI-powered tool it claims can help make sense of your medical records, health history and fitness data from wearables, should you grant it access to that information. The company said it will be in a "separate, secure space" in the Copilot app and that the idea is to help…
Microsoft has unveiled Copilot Health, an AI-powered tool it claims can help make sense of your medical records, health history and fitness…
Uber has launched a new invite-only luxury ride experience called Uber Elite. Aimed at "executives, frequent travelers, and riders looking for a more elevated experience," it sounds like an upgraded version of Uber Black for the, well, uber-rich. A ride booked through Uber Elite will be operated by a…
Uber has launched a new invite-only luxury ride experience called Uber Elite. Aimed at "executives, frequent travelers, and riders…
Ahead of its official release later this spring, today Rivan is announcing full pricing and trim levels for its long-awaited R2 electric SUV. The rollout for the company's first mid-size (two-row) offering will be similar to its previous vehicles, with more expensive premium models hitting the road first this…
Ahead of its official release later this spring, today Rivan is announcing full pricing and trim levels for its long-awaited R2 electric…
“Death Stranding 2: On the Beach” and “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” lead the 2026 Game Audio Network Guild (G.A.N.G.) Awards with eight and seven wins, respectively. Dedicated to celebrating achievements across the full spectrum of interactive audio, the 24th annual awards were presented during the GDC Festival of…
“Death Stranding 2: On the Beach” and “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” lead the 2026 Game Audio Network Guild (G.A.N.G.) Awards with eight and…
It’s not just the major social platforms that know how effective an endless scroll of short videos is at hijacking your dopamine system. Disney+ is adding Verts, a selection of short vertical clips you can scroll through to keep your brain chemistry happy when you are in the bathroom so inclined. The company says it’s…
It’s not just the major social platforms that know how effective an endless scroll of short videos is at hijacking your dopamine system.…
The first season of a TV show is a tricky thing. It has to convince people to watch it and justify the show’s existence to the network (or streaming service) execs. It has to deal with actors and writers who may not have fully dialed into the characters and world yet. There are some shows with absolutely stellar first…
The first season of a TV show is a tricky thing. It has to convince people to watch it and justify the show’s existence to the network (or…
Google has announced that GFiber is merging with Astound Broadband, in an agreement that sees Astound’s parent company Stonepeak become the majority owner, with Alphabet retaining a minority stake. No financial specifics were detailed in a press release, but the new combined business will be an independent provider…
Google has announced that GFiber is merging with Astound Broadband, in an agreement that sees Astound’s parent company Stonepeak become the…
In recent weeks, Google has been busy adding AI features to all of its most popular apps. Following Gmail and Chrome, Maps is now the latest service to get a Gemini makeover, with a redesign of the driving experience headlining the update. Google is billing the new…
In recent weeks, Google has been busy adding AI features to all of its most popular apps. Following Gmail and Chrome, Maps is now the…
JBL just released two new pairs of headphones in its pre-existing Live line. There's the over-ear Live 780NC and the on-ear Live 680NC. Both sets of headphones have similar specs, despite the difference in design. The biggest news here is likely the battery life. They max out at 80 hours per charge with regular use,…
JBL just released two new pairs of headphones in its pre-existing Live line. There's the over-ear Live 780NC and the on-ear Live…
Razer will unveil new features for its upcoming AI companion, Razer AVA, during the GDC Festival of Gaming Monday, including the ability for the product to be “fully agentic” running locally on PC and on the cloud. First revealed as a conceptual project last year and most recently promoted as a…
Razer will unveil new features for its upcoming AI companion, Razer AVA, during the GDC Festival of Gaming Monday, including the ability…
Steve Downes, the voice of “Halo” protagonist Master Chief, is slamming Donald Trump’s White House for its “disgusting and juvenile war porn” video on social media, which included the Downes-voiced Master Chief in a montage alongside clips from “Iron Man,” “Top…
Steve Downes, the voice of “Halo” protagonist Master Chief, is slamming Donald Trump’s White House for its…
Andre “Typical Gamer” Rebelo is bringing his love of “Grand Theft Auto” to Fortnite with the launch of his company’s new super-size map “Grand Heist City” later this month. Described as the Typical Gamer-founded JOGO Studios’ “most ambitious project” to date,…
Andre “Typical Gamer” Rebelo is bringing his love of “Grand Theft Auto” to Fortnite with the launch of his…
Gaming industry veteran Ben Jones has joined Range Media Partners to lead the management and talent representation firm’s newly created game publishing division. The move makes Range the first entertainment management firm to offer game development and publishing capabilities, according to the company. Range…
Gaming industry veteran Ben Jones has joined Range Media Partners to lead the management and talent representation firm’s newly…
The “Life Is Strange” series adaptation at Amazon Prime Video has found its two leads. Variety has learned exclusively that Maisy Stella and Tatum Grace Hopkins have been cast in the roles of Chloe and Max, respectively. The show was first reported to be set up at Prime Video in September 2025. Per the…
The “Life Is Strange” series adaptation at Amazon Prime Video has found its two leads. Variety has learned exclusively that…
“Highguard” will permanently shut down on March 12.  Created by Wildlight Entertainment, the news comes less than two months after the game first debuted earlier this year on Jan. 26.  “Since launch, more than 2 million players stepped into ‘Highguard’s’ world. You shared feedback, created…
“Highguard” will permanently shut down on March 12.  Created by Wildlight Entertainment, the news comes less than two months after the…
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains major spoilers through the end of video game “Resident Evil Requiem,” released Feb. 27 from Capcom. Gamers who spent their weekends playing through the jump scares and zombie fights in “Resident Evil Requiem” know that the survival horror title amounted…
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains major spoilers through the end of video game “Resident Evil Requiem,” released Feb. 27…
“Resident Evil Requiem” launched across multiple platforms Ffriday. The latest entry in the iconic survival horror franchise from developer Capcom brings players back to Racoon City with tense gameplay, immersive mysteries and the return of fan-favorite characters. The game follows FBI intelligence analyst…
“Resident Evil Requiem” launched across multiple platforms Ffriday. The latest entry in the iconic survival horror franchise…
The next generation of “Pokémon” has finally been revealed. During its “Pokémon Presents” 30th anniversary livestream, the company unveiled the first look at the long-awaited 10th generation, “Winds” and “Waves.” The three starter Pokémon and a look at the…
The next generation of “Pokémon” has finally been revealed. During its “Pokémon Presents” 30th…