The Tragic Demise Of The Technirama Prism-Based Anamorphic Lens - Hackaday
Although to the average person a camera lens is just that bit of glass you stick on the front of the camera to make stuff appear in focus, there’s a whole wide world out there of lens designs…
Despite New CEO's Teasing, Xbox Insider Says Exclusives Are "Absolutely Not Happening" - TheGamer
It perhaps might be too late for the company to reverse course after taking a third-party approach.
OpenAI robotics lead Caitlin Kalinowski quits in response to Pentagon deal
Hardware executive Caitlin Kalinowski announced today that in response to OpenAI's controversial agreement with the Department of Defense, she’s resigned from her role leading the company's robotics team.
OpenAI's head of robotics resigns following deal with the Department of Defense
OpenAI is going to need to find a new head of robotics. Caitlin Kalinowski, OpenAI's now-former head of robotics, posted on X that she was resigning from her role, while criticizing the company's haste in partnering with the Department of Defense without investigating proper guardrails. Kalinowski,
Apple still has over a dozen products in the pipeline for 2026, here's what's coming
Apple just wrapped up a very exciting week of announcements – starting off with iPhone 17e, and ending with MacBook...
The Division 2 Roars Back On Steam With $3 Bargain Bin Price
Ubisoft's aging loot shooter has a new lease on life thanks to a new mode and future updates
PopSockets founder David Barnett talks about building a viral business
David Barnett, founder of PopSocket, stops by Equity to talk about scaling the business and what he's learned as a leader.
Resident Evil: Requiem (Video Game) Review: A Nonstop Fright Fest in Capcom’s Legendary Horror Series
Resident Evil: Requiem is an action-packed horror roller coaster that plays like a Greatest Hits entry of the franchise in all the best ways!
Sony appears to be testing dynamic pricing on PlayStation games
A site called PSprices has been tracking prices on Sony's digital game store and noticed something unusual: some games were being offered at different prices to different users. What's more, those offers are tracked in the PlayStation API with experiment identifiers like IPT_PILOT and IPT_OPR_TESTIN
Indonesia announces a social media ban for anyone under 16
Following in the footsteps of Australia, Indonesia will be the latest country to limit social media usage for children under 16. Meutya Hafid, Indonesia's communication and digital affairs minister, announced that a new government regulation will require "high-risk" platforms to delete any accounts
OpenAI delays ChatGPT’s ‘adult mode’ again
The feature, which will give verified adult users access to erotica and other adult content, had already been delayed from December.
How many more Highguards until the game industry changes?
Highguard is the latest live-service game to shut down almost immediately, causing another all-too-familiar round of layoffs.
Time’s running out to get a free gift card when you preorder a new MacBook
This has been a week to remember here at The Verge. MWC 2026 in Barcelona lead straight into Apple’s week of product announcements. There was truly something for everyone, whether you’ve been wanting a company to make a phone that can start fires, or had your fingers crossed for a brand-new MacBook
4 Clever Uses For Your Old Amazon Echos
Old Amazon Echo speakers aren't necessarily obsolete as they grow old, as they can be added into a larger Amazon Echo ecosystem for a variety of simple uses.
Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen's Best Shiny Hunting Strategy is Unfortunately Version Exclusive
Shiny hunting in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen is always with full odds, but the best trick you can use is exclusive to one version.
Roblox introduces real-time AI-powered chat rephraser for inappropriate language
Roblox has launched a feature powered by AI that can rephrase inappropriate language in real time. The online game has been using AI filters to block out any language that goes against its policy for a while now, but it has been replacing censored chats with a series of hash signs (####). Roblox adm
Vizio accounts are becoming Walmart accounts
Walmart bought Vizio in 2024, and now it's taking the next steps to formally fold the TV maker into itself by phasing out Vizio accounts. Now, when you purchase a new Vizio TV, you'll be asked to sign in or create a Walmart account. Customers will have the option to merge their Vizio account, if the
Suunto vs Garmin Lawsuit Gets Really Frisky: Garmin’s Countersuit - DC Rainmaker
A deep-dive into the Garmin vs Suunto lawsuit, and what each side is looking to accomplish in the latest faisco
This Craftsperson Just Revived a 2,000-Year-Old Battery, And It Actually Works!
This battery has always been surrounded by mystery, its true purpose unclear. But what if it wasn’t just an artifact? What if it could actually work as a battery?
The Sims 4 Packs Collection Bundle Is Out On Steam - Sims Community
The Sims 4 Packs Collection Bundle is out now on steam, giving players the chance to (almost) complete their collection for heavily discounted price
Marathon Is Already Fixing Predatory 'Dark Patter' MTX Complaints
Lux will now come in the right amount to purchase a skin
5 Cheap Gadgets That Belong In Every Cord Cutter's Home
A Roku TV Streaming Stick, a soundbar, and a Wi-Fi extender are just some of the cheap gadgets you'll want to have at home if you're a cord cutter.
Engadget review recap: Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy Buds 4, Dell XPS 14 and more
It’s a busy time for the reviews team and Engadget, and with Apple announcing new devices this week, we aren’t letting up any time soon. New products from Samsung, Dell, Google and ASUS headline the roundup this time, and we’ve got a few unique items to discuss as well. Read on to catch up on anythi
The Division 2 Hits 400% Player Count Boost After Roadmap Drops
The Division 2 has skyrocketed in terms of player count since Ubisoft dropped the new roadmap for 2026. Find out what's coming here.