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US lawmakers call for DOJ probe into Apple's blocking of Beeper's iMessage app
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has asked the DOJ to investigate whether Apple violated antitrust laws by attempting to block Beeper's iMessage app.
Kris Holt12.18.2023
Beats headphones and earbuds are up to 49 percent off right now
The Beats Studio Buds are at an all-time low.
Sarah Fielding12.18.2023
A Chinese EV squeezed 650 miles of range from its 150 kWh battery
An EV from Chinese manufacturer Nio will soon go on sale with a 150kWh battery, one of the largest in any passenger car.
Steve Dent12.18.2023
An electric car completed the world's first-ever drive from the North to the South Pole
Scottish adventurers Chris and Julie Ramsey completed their 'Pole To Pole EV' expedition with a Nissan Ariya electric car.
Richard Lai12.18.2023
Apple is testing App Store discount packages so developers can pull users into more subscriptions
Apple has begun piloting an App Store feature called contingent pricing that will let developers offer cheaper subscriptions to customers based on the other subscriptions they already hold. The company says it's meant to help developers "attract and retain subscribers."
Cheyenne MacDonald12.17.2023
Apple, Visa and Mastercard sued in proposed class action antitrust case over Apple Pay card fees
Apple, Visa and Mastercard are being sued by beverage retailer Mirage Wine & Spirits on behalf of US merchants who accept Apple Pay. The lawsuit argues that Apple accepted a bribe from the two companies in an agreement to stifle competition, resulting in inflated merchant fees.
Cheyenne MacDonald12.16.2023
The Morning After: The sad end of E3
This week: Google’s Gemini is the biggest threat yet to ChatGPT, Microsoft upgrades its chatbot, too, Lenovo’s huge handheld PC is here
Mat Smith12.16.2023
Microsoft Office apps arrive on Meta Quest VR headsets
Users can now download Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint from the Meta Quest store for free.
Mariella Moon12.16.2023
Apple is settling a class action lawsuit over Family Sharing for $25 million
Apple will pay $25 million to settle a class action lawsuit that accuses the tech giant of misleading customers over Family Sharing.
Malak Saleh12.15.2023
Teenage Engineering’s OP-1 Field just got a nifty bit crusher effect
Teenage Engineer’s OP-1 Field synthesizer just got a fairly substantial system update. Software version 1.5.0 brings a fun new bit crusher effect and an easier way to merge tracks.
Lawrence Bonk12.15.2023
The Xbox Series X is discounted again, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include the Xbox Series X for $349, a four-pack of Apple AirTags for $80 and discounts on Apple gift cards.
Jeff Dunn12.15.2023
Twitch rescinds policy that allowed ‘artistic nudity’
Twitch has quickly taken back its policy update that gave users permission to post sexual content as long as it was labeled.
Malak Saleh12.15.2023
An Apple AirTags four-pack is back on sale for $80
Looking for a late holiday gift for someone who loses things all the time? Consider getting them some Apple AirTags. A pack of four has dropped to $80.
Kris Holt12.15.2023
OnePlus 12 with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 will be available globally January 23
The OnePlus 12 has officially launched in China and now the company’s most powerful phone is coming to the rest of the world. OnePlus has announced global availability on January 24, including the US.
Lawrence Bonk12.15.2023
8710087100Samsung HW-Q990C soundbar review: An all-inclusive Atmos setup
Samsung’s current flagship soundbar is a complete package, and a sonic powerhouse.
Billy Steele12.15.2023
Instagram rolls out new customizable Story templates
Instagram is rolling out a feature that allows users to create their own templates for Stories using text, GIFs and images. Other users will be able to riff on and add to someone else's template.
Kris Holt12.15.2023
Engadget Podcast: RIP E3 and diving into The Game Awards
So long E3, we knew you weren’t long for this world.
Devindra Hardawar12.15.2023
The Morning After: Intel unveils its first chips built for AI work
The biggest news stories this morning: Engadget’s best gaming laptops, Threads’ new hashless tags are good for pranks, Time to get miserable about the COP28 declaration.
Mat Smith12.15.2023
Amazon is offering $10 credit when you buy a $100 Apple gift card
The deal is limited to one per customer.
Sarah Fielding12.15.2023
Google's Pixel 9 could arrive with a sophisticated 'Pixie' AI assistant
Google is reportedly creating a new, more sophisticated AI assistant for Android called Pixie set to arrive with the Pixel 9.
Steve Dent12.15.2023