The best fitness trackers to buy right now
Fitness trackers have come a long way from the simple bands that tracked steps and little else. Modern trackers can monitor everything from your heart health to how well you’ve recovered from a hard bout…
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The best Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra screen protectors: 10 top picks | Digital Trends
Andy Boxall / Digital Trends Your Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is undoubtedly a prized possession. It's the epitome of cutting-edge technology and style, boasting a massive 6.8-inch display that's a feast for the eyes. But…
These are the best security camera deals available right now
Home security cameras can offer a lot of peace of mind, even if you don’t necessarily buy the best that the market has to offer. On the other hand, if you do want to spend…
Mercedes dials up the speed of its hands-free, eyes-off Drive Pilot feature
Mercedes is still waiting for approval from German regulators before pushing out a software update to customers of vehicles that support Drive Pilot. But once that happens, the company boasts that it will have “the…
Nintendo Switch 2 leak is ‘genuine,’ say tech analysts | Digital Trends
Nintendo The big questions surrounding leaks are always about where they came from and whether they’re real. The latest big leak in video games concerns the Nintendo Switch 2, and according to trusted tech experts,…
The UK helped usher in the coal era — now its closing its last remaining plant
By the end of the month, the United Kingdom is set to shutter its last operating coal-fired power plant. The Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station in Nottinghamshire is slated to close on September 30th, marking the end of…
Echoes of Wisdom actually started out as a dungeon editor | Digital Trends
Nintendo Many released video games look very different from their prototypes, or even just earlier builds, and that was also the case with The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, set to release later this…
Best Samsung tablet deals: Discounted tablets as low as $140 | Digital Trends
If you prefer Samsung’s software ecosystem and want to add a tablet to your tool kit, some of the best Samsung Galaxy deals you can shop are on tablets. Several of the best tablet deals,…
I’ve used iOS 18 for months. Here are 10 reasons to update now | Digital Trends
On September 16, Apple launched the new iOS 18 update for the iPhone, and while the company always says it’s the biggest update ever, this year, that’s true. So many new iOS 18 features will…
Microsoft’s largest ever security transformation detailed in new report
Microsoft made security its No. 1 priority for every employee earlier this year, following years of security issues and a scathing report from the US Cyber Safety Review Board. Nearly six months after Microsoft CEO…
Google TV Streamer review: Chromecast’s awkward pre-teen era | Digital Trends
Google TV Streamer MSRP $99.00 “Google replaces Chromecast with a worthy streaming platform.” Pros Priced at a sweet spot Google TV is smoother Improved remote control Includes smart home features Cons Can't hide behind a…
US moves to block all Chinese auto imports through software crackdown
The Biden administration proposed new rules blocking the “sale or import” of connected vehicle software originating from “countries of concern,” a move that would effectively ban all auto imports in the US from China. Vehicles…
Google TV Streamer review: smarter than your average set-top box
It took Google a few years, a couple of pivots, and multiple name changes, but the company has finally built an excellent operating system for watching TV. The Google TV interface — running on top of…
Ara: History Untold review: a strategic new spin on Civilization | Digital Trends
Ara: History Untold MSRP $60.00 “Ara: History Untold brings city-building to Civilization with strategic success.” Pros Deep resource management City-builder hooks make it more intimate Genius elimination system Lots of meaningful decisions Cons Can be…
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold review: I love it, and think you will too | Digital Trends
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold MSRP $1,799.00 “The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is an entertainment powerhouse. It's a truly excellent foldable and one I think you'll love.” Pros Brilliant screen for games and video…
The most controversial Olympics moment came down to four seconds
At the Olympics, seconds matter. Anyone who’s watched the Games — or, really, any athletic competition — knows the difference even a fraction of a second can make. It’s the difference between a basketball going…
The best Apple iPhone 16 Plus cases for 2024 | Digital Trends
Apple The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is now available, so while you're choosing exactly what color you want for your shiny new phone, you should also look into a case to protect it from those…
Elon Musk shares new target date for Starship voyage to Mars | Digital Trends
SpaceX is aiming to launch “about five” uncrewed Starship voyages to Mars in two years’ time, according to a post on X (formerly Twitter) by SpaceX CEO Elon Musk on Sunday. Musk said that if…
How to enable RCS messaging in Apple iOS 18 | Digital Trends
Bryan M. Wolfe / Digital Trends Support for Rich Communication Services (RCS) is one of the lesser-known features in iOS 18, which is now available for everyone. RCS is an enhanced version of SMS for…
What is Pluto TV: channels, where to get it, and more | Digital Trends
With so many streaming services available these days, keeping which shows and movies are on which streaming platforms can be a true hassle. Options like Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video deliver top tier programming, but…
I don’t want to say goodbye to my Apple Watch Ultra | Digital Trends
I probably shouldn’t have done it, but ahead of saying goodbye to my original Apple Watch Ultra, I put it back on to test out watchOS 11. Why shouldn’t I have reacquainted myself with Apple’s…
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown’s new DLC is tough and excellent | Digital Trends
Ubisoft Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is one of 2024’s most underrated games. It’s been a year full of creatively diverse games, so this Metroidvania from Ubisoft has flown under the radar since its…
Google Pixel Watch 3 vs. Pixel Watch 2: Should you upgrade? | Digital Trends
Google just announced the third generation of Wear OS-powered devices since its return to the smartwatch domain. We say devices because this time around, there are two variants — a standard 41mm model and…
The 44 best Netflix drama shows right now (September 2024) | Digital Trends
Dramas are the lifeblood of Netflix, especially when it comes to binge-watchers. There are plenty of comedy fans who enjoy binge-watching shows, but there’s nothing quite like powering your way through multiple hours of a…
Tales of the Shire’s first two hours fall short of a high bar | Digital Trends
The farming and life sim genre is extraordinarily crowded as many developers try to chase the success of Stardew Valley and Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Some are more successful than others. For example, August’s Fields…
30 years ago, a beloved Stephen King movie famously flopped | Digital Trends
Stephen King has inspired more Hollywood adaptations of his work than almost any other writer. His novels and short stories served as the source material for some of the most acclaimed and iconic horror movies…
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Hybrid review: part Windows, part Android | Digital Trends
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid MSRP $3,815.00 “The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid gives the best of Windows and Android, but the execution is sloppy.” Pros Very good Windows laptop Competitive Android tablet…
You Asked 58: Panasonic is back, what is IAMF, more LG C4 | Digital Trends
On today’s episode of You Asked: Panasonic is back — so, what comes next? Rtings.com weighs in on the LG C4 and shows us what respect and integrity looks like. And remember that Samsung and…
How to use Windows Terminal and what it’s useful for
Scratch the surface of Windows (and macOS), and you’ll find a command line console underneath, a lingering remnant of how these operating systems started out: as user-friendly graphical wrappers built on top of text-based, monochrome…
EmuDeck is slowly taking over my PC gaming setup | Digital Trends
I was once like you. I thought EmuDeck was just a quick and easy way to set up emulators on my Steam Deck, and despite using it for years, I never thought more of it…
Check out this great movie before it leaves Amazon Prime Video next week | Digital Trends
Miramax Few streaming services hide as many of their riches as much as Amazon Prime Video does. The streaming service has plenty of great movies for you to peruse, but figuring out which movies are…
NYT Connections: hints and answers for Sunday, September 22 | Digital Trends
Sam Hill / Digital Trends Connections is the latest puzzle game from the New York Times. The game tasks you with categorizing a pool of 16 words into four secret (for now) groups by figuring out…
A social network where everyone’s a bot
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 53, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, so psyched you found us, and also you can read all the…
NFL Week 3 games today: schedule, channels, live streams for September 22 | Digital Trends
Week 3 started on a high note for the Jets (2-1). In their home opener, the New York Jets dominated the New England Patriots (1-2) from start to finish. Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers was fantastic,…
What is Disney Plus? Plans, price, and why you should get it | Digital Trends
Phil Nickinson / DIgital Trends Where is the only place to catch all the latest Disney movies and TV shows, along with their cache of animated classics? The answer of course, is Disney+, a content-packed…
Guitar Hero meets Earthbound in 2024’s strangest game | Digital Trends
For a good chunk of my young-adult life, I was obsessed with the idea of creating my masterpiece. It’s not even that I wanted to create a great work of art with something to say;…
Why wasn’t this Brad Pitt space odyssey a bigger hit 5 years ago? | Digital Trends
Brad Pitt in Ad Astra 20th Century Studios You think you know your home planet. Then Brad Pitt makes a ravishing Hollywood space odyssey with car chases on the moon, perilous zero-gravity encounters, and rampaging…
What is Tubi? Everything to know about the free streamer | Digital Trends
Jen Karner / Digital Trends These days, when it comes to streaming services, you have your pick of options. Plenty of these come with a hefty price tag, and the major streamers regularly announce price…
NYT Connections: hints and answers for Saturday, September 21 | Digital Trends
Sam Hill / Digital Trends Connections is the latest puzzle game from the New York Times. The game tasks you with categorizing a pool of 16 words into four secret (for now) groups by figuring out…
Best noise-canceling earbuds for 2024: Sony, Bose, and more | Digital Trends
Simon Cohen / Digital Trends Generally speaking, earbuds are the go-to earphones for many people because of their compact form. They charge in their case and you can pop them in your pocket or purse…
The best Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max cases for 2024 | Digital Trends
Apple Apple has announced its iPhone 16 lineup. Once again, the iPhone 16 Pro Max is the flagship model, offering users everything Apple has to offer on a smartphone in the largest size. The phone…
The best Snapdragon X Windows laptops you can buy right now | Digital Trends
Luke Larsen / Digital Trends Microsoft's Copilot+ PC initiative was ushered in by a wave of new laptops running Windows on Arm and powered by Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon X chipsets. While the new platform is…
This was a huge week for AI. Here are the 5 biggest announcements | Digital Trends
The race toward achieving AGI (artificial general intelligence) continued apace with what felt like a monumental week in the rapid development of AI. From Apple giving us a taste of its Intelligence to huge advances…
The Verge’s favorite home office keepsakes
Back in the Mad Men days, the only thing that might interrupt the corporate blandness of a workspace might be a photo of your family or maybe a coffee cup with a funny saying. But…
Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs. iPhone 14 Pro: Upgrade time? | Digital Trends
Apple’s smartphones are finally entering a new era — a phase where the software is driving as much innovation as the hardware. In fact, if one looks at the magnitude of changes that iOS 18…
The best Transformers movies ever, ranked | Digital Trends
The Transformers are back in theaters this week with Transformers One, the first animated movie in the franchise in nearly four decades. It’s also a big step up from many of the live-action Transformers movies,…
What to expect at Meta Connect 2024 — the next Quest VR headset
Meta is holding its annual Connect developers conference next week, and it’s going to showcase a bunch of expected and perhaps some surprise new VR and AR hardware — alongside what might be a heavy…
5 movies leaving Amazon Prime Video in September 2024 you have to watch | Digital Trends
Roadside Attractions Movies come and go on Amazon Prime Video all the time once the license for the title expires. Sometimes, they move to another streamer, sometimes even to Amazon’s own Freevee service. Occasionally, you’ll…
The Plucky Squire is an adorable adventure that mixes 2D and 3D
The Plucky Squire is a game that leaps off the page — literally. It takes place in a storybook world rendered in an adorable two dimensions thanks to codirector and former Pokémon artist James Turner.…
Get 50% off with this exclusive Ring Video Doorbell deal | Digital Trends
Ring Safety and security for the homestead are an utmost priority, which is why we’re always looking for security camera deals and great discounts on complete home security systems. If you’ve done any window-shopping for…
Meta has a major opportunity to win the AI hardware race
AI wearables have had a cruddy year. Just a few short months ago, the tech world was convinced AI hardware could be the next big thing. It was a heady vision, bolstered by futuristic demos…
I thought I’d love these two iOS 18 features, but I don’t | Digital Trends
Apple finally released iOS 18 to the public on September 16 after months of betas. It’s one of the biggest iOS updates in history, ushering in a new age of Apple Intelligence, more customization, RCS support,…
Ford’s new Digital Experience brings Android and Apple into balance
I’m seeing double as I cruise down the highway in a 2024 Lincoln Nautilus, a hybrid-powered SUV under Ford’s luxury brand. I have Apple Maps running on the center touchscreen, projecting from my iPhone via…
The Substance review: the grossest movie of 2024 is also one of its best | Digital Trends
“Every ticket sold for The Substance should come with a commemorative barf bag.” Pros It's gloriously gross The effects are astonishing Demi Moore delivers a fearless performance The opening couple minutes of The Substance are…
3 great Hulu movies you need to stream this weekend (September 20-22) | Digital Trends
Roadside Attractions It’s always refreshing to see that Hulu has some new movies to watch mid-month, rather than dropping all of its titles at the beginning of the month. And unless you’re really into…
NordVPN vs. Proton VPN: Which no-log VPN has the best value? | Digital Trends
NordVPN is one of the most popular and best virtual private networks (VPNs) available, while Proton VPN is a relative newcomer that launched several years after it. Both have thousands of servers worldwide and boast…
3 underrated Netflix shows you should watch this weekend (September 20-22) | Digital Trends
While it’s undoubtedly one of the best streaming services in the world, finding something you want to watch on Netflix can sometimes be harder than it should be. The sheer volume of options means that…
3 underrated (HBO) Max movies you should watch this weekend (September 20-22) | Digital Trends
Janus Films The Transformers are invading the multiplex again. But this time, they are more animated than ever as Transformers One ditches live-action for animation to tell the origin story of Optimus Prime and his…
This little box provides on-demand power when off the grid
EcoFlow’s Alternator Charger is a device you install in your pickup truck, van, or RV to charge the giant power station you carry to keep all your gear running.While your vehicle’s on, the Alternator Charger…
How to download watchOS 11 on your Apple Watch | Digital Trends
Apple Apple's popular smartwatches are getting some exciting updates in watchOS 11, with a new Vitals app to keep tabs on your important health metrics, Training Load to help you optimize your workouts, and the…
Europa Clipper overcomes transistor issue and is ready for launch | Digital Trends
This May, engineers working on NASA’s Europa Clipper had to deliver the kind of news that no one wants to announce: There was a problem with the transistors on their spacecraft. Europa Clipper is heading…
NYT Crossword: answers for Saturday, September 21 | Digital Trends
The New York Times has plenty of word games on its roster today — with Wordle, Connections, Strands, and the Mini Crossword, there’s something for everyone — but the newspaper’s standard crossword puzzle still reigns…
Squid Game season 2: Everything we know so far about the hit Netflix series | Digital Trends
Netflix Following a hugely successful first season that exceeded virtually everyone’s expectations, many fans are eager for the potential return of Squid Game. In its first season, the show followed a group of contestants competing…
Samsung’s surprisingly cheap 98-inch TV just got even cheaper | Digital Trends
Samsung / Samsung Samsung has a penchant for finding its way into our best TV roundups, and for plenty of good reasons. Responsible for a number of leading LED-LCDs, QLEDs, and QD-OLED TVs, Samsung TVs…
9 best laptops of 2024: tested and reviewed | Digital Trends
Luke Larsen / Digital Trends We're at a turning point in laptops. Apple's MacBook train continues to run, all while Windows laptops are undergoing their biggest transition in decades under the banner of Copilot+ PCs.…
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) vs. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium | Digital Trends
Google If you’re searching for the fanciest thermostats on the market, you’ve probably discovered the new Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) and the Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium. These two gadgets make it easy to keep…
How much is Netflix? A breakdown of the plans | Digital Trends
The days of Netflix delivering movies on DVD to your home may be over, but the king of the streaming services continues to deliver top-tier programming streamed right to your device of choice. Of course,…
The Legion Pro 7i, an 8 out of 10 laptop, has a $758 price cut at Lenovo | Digital Trends
Mark Coppock/Digital Trends / Digital Trends For one of the best high-end gaming laptop deals around today, take a look at what Lenovo has to offer. The company is well known for making great gaming…
The best smart doorbell cameras
With a smart video doorbell, your front door’s communication skills go from 1980s landline to a modern smartphone. Combining a motion-activated camera with a microphone, speaker, and doorbell, a doorbell camera sends alerts to your…
Asus’ new fish-tank-style case looks gorgeous | Digital Trends
Over the years, there has been a consistent flow of fish-tank-style cases filling the ranks of the best PC cases you can buy. Lian Li was the first to popularize this category with their original…
Cards Against Humanity is suing SpaceX for trespassing on its ‘pristine’ property
Cards Against Humanity sued SpaceX for allegedly trespassing on and damaging its property in Texas. The company behind the card game is asking for $15 million in damages, according to its complaint against SpaceX, filed…
The best robot vacuums you can buy
Robot vacuums are impressive devices that will clean your floors well without complaining (much). As prices have dropped, these busy little bots have become less of a luxury and more of a necessity. They can…
The best iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max deals | Digital Trends
Joe Maring / Digital Trends Apple has officially launched the iPhone 16, and now you can begin to make your iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max orders. Here we’re focusing specifically on the…
Culture Capital: a documentary series | Digital Trends
Comcast RISE In a world where business success is increasingly intertwined with social impact, a new documentary series explores the stories behind the innovators shaping the communities of tomorrow. Culture Capital, is a three-part docuseries…
Twitch introduces new depreciating strike program
Twitch is changing the way it enforces its community guidelines. In an announcement posted on its website, Twitch said that it will introduce a new enforcement strategy in which strikes for certain offenses will depreciate…
The MacBook Air M4 could be coming sooner than we thought | Digital Trends
Spotted by MacRumors, display industry analyst Ross Young has posted a subscriber-only tweet revealing that panel shipments for the MacBook Air M4 should be starting in October. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman then confirmed his own information…
Wear OS watches might soon have an edge when it comes to blood oxygen
Last week, medical device maker Masimo announced new deals with Google and Qualcomm to bring its biosensing tech to Wear OS smartwatches. That’s pretty inside baseball for the wearable industry, but it takes an interesting…
The 85-inch Samsung The Frame is $500 off if you buy through Samsung | Digital Trends
Samsung While you can wirelessly beam family photos, videos, music, and other media from your phone or tablet to just about any TV, some TVs are specially designed for a job like this. In Samsung’s…
The best Garmin watches for training and everyday life
Few brands are as synonymous with outdoor sports as Garmin. You’ll find these fitness trackers and smartwatches on dozens of wrists at any 5K, marathon, or Ironman. You’ll also find Garmin devotees among divers, thru-hikers,…
Netflix’s Rebel Moon mobile game looks a lot like Diablo 4 | Digital Trends
Blood Line: A Rebel Moon Game | Official Announcement Trailer | Netflix The Rebel Moon series is continuing at Netflix, although the most recent announcement isn’t for another movie. The streaming service announced Blood Line:…
Best iPhone deals: Save on iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro Max | Digital Trends
The iPhone is one of the most popular phones on the planet and the recent release of the Apple iPhone 16 has everybody talking about it once again. This makes right now a great time…