Ford’s Capri slaps another old name on a new EV Image: FordFord’s classic Capri coupe is returning as a four-door electric vehicle with a profile resembling other chunky-looking electric crossovers like the Polestar 2. Ford Europe design director Amko Leenarts says the look follows an imagined evolution of the Capri since production ended in 1986, as inspired by the rising popularity of SUVs…

Microsoft has nine months to stop another antitrust battle from escalating Illustration: The VergeMicrosoft has reached a settlement with an industry group backed by European cloud infrastructure providers, quelling an antitrust battle that could have embroiled it for years and resulted in fines. But if Microsoft doesn’t hold up its end of the bargain in the next nine months, the group has promised to revive its antitr…

Switching from Google Photos to iCloud is about to be a lot less painful Google’s service lets you order your photos to go. | Illustration: The VergeApple and Google are offering a new, nearly painless way to copy files from Google Photos to iCloud. As spotted by 9to5Mac, Google is adding iCloud support to its data transfer tool over the next week, making it possible to move your photo library directly to Apple’s ser…

The aftermath of the Supreme Court’s NetChoice ruling Illustration by Cath Virginia / The Verge | Photos via Getty ImagesHere’s what the SCOTUS decision might mean for everything from kids online safety laws to the TikTok ‘ban.’ Continue reading…

Sony’s new ZV-E10 II camera is designed to sway vloggers away from $1,000 phones The ZV-E10 II looks a whole lot like its 2021 predecessor.Trickle-down economics may be garbage, but Sony remains a steadfast believer when it comes to the tech in its cameras. The new ZV-E10 II continues Sony’s trend of bringing small, iterative changes down from its pricier cameras to more affordable models. Only it’s never without some tradeo…

How to preorder Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 7, Galaxy Watch Ultra, and the Galaxy Ring Image by Alex Parkin / The Verge and SamsungSamsung didn’t just announce new foldable phones and wireless earbuds during its Samsung Unpacked event on Wednesday but also a new lineup of wearables: the Galaxy Watch 7 ($299.99), the Samsung Ring ($399.99), and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra ($649.99). While you’ll have to wait until July 24th unti…

Hyundai dealers pressured to push ‘fake’ EV sales, lawsuit alleges Image: Napleton Aurora ImportsHyundai pressured its dealers to “artificially inflate” its electric vehicle sales figures, instituting a system in which dealers who “played ball” were rewarded while those who refused were “punished,” a new lawsuit alleges. The lawsuit, which was filed in federal court in Chicago by Napleton Aurora Imports in Ill…

The first all-quadriplegic esports team levels the playing field Courtesy of HBODirector Jess Jacklin talks to The Verge about her new documentary following the first all-quadriplegic esports team. Continue reading…

Severance season 2 starts streaming in January — here’s the first teaser Image: AppleThe “Music Dance Experience” is on its way back. Apple just released the first teaser trailer for the much-anticipated second season of Severance, along with the news that the show won’t be returning until 2025. The first episode will start streaming on Apple TV Plus on January 17th and last 10 episodes. The short teaser doesn’t reve…

Plastic bins: better than boxes Image: Jackson Gibbs for The VergeRenting bins is convenient, slightly more sustainable, and not once did I miss cardboard boxes. Continue reading…

How to move a smart home Image: Jackson Gibbs for The VergeMoving out of and into a smart home requires a lot of attention to detail. This guide will help you through it.  Continue reading…

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: all the news on the summer product event Illustration by Alex Castro / The VergeSamsung prepares to talk foldables and AI, and likely a lot more. Continue reading…

The Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 come with minor updates and higher prices Hot foldable summer is in full swing, y’all. | Photo by Chris Welch / The VergeIf you had any remaining hopes, despite leak upon leak, that Samsung’s foldables would get a major update this year, then I hate to be the bearer of bad news. They’re a little more durable, a little lighter, and come with a handful of tiny upgrades. Even so, both mode…

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra hands-on: ultra déjà vu It sure is squircle. | Photo by Victoria Song / The VergeIt’s the Apple Watch Ultra, but for Android. Oh, and the Galaxy Watch 7 is here, too. Continue reading…

Samsung’s new Galaxy Buds are blatant AirPod clones in both form and function Alongside its latest folding phones and wearables, Samsung is introducing the new Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and Galaxy Buds 3. As leaks (and early sales) confirmed, the company has moved away from the subtle in-ear design of past generations to a stemmed look that gives these an AirPods-esque look and feel — especially in white. Both earbuds also come i…

Samsung’s Galaxy Ring could be the one ring to rule an ecosystem It costs $399.99, there’s no subscription, and it’s generally available starting on July 24th. | Photo by Victoria Song / The VergeThe hardware is solid. The ideas are intriguing. So long as it holds up in testing, Samsung could have a winner. Continue reading…

Carvana will apply a clean vehicle tax credit at checkout for used EVs There are some good EVs and hybrids that are eligible for the incentive. | Screenshot: Umar Shakir / The VergeCarvana is now offering discounts of up to $4,000 at checkout for eligible used EVs and plug-in hybrids. The discount is essentially an advancement of the federal tax incentive for previously owned vehicles, but it lets customers reap th…

Microsoft and Apple ditch OpenAI board seats amid regulatory scrutiny Image: The VergeMicrosoft has dropped its seat as an observer on the board of OpenAI, less than eight months after securing the non-voting seat. Apple was reportedly planning to join OpenAI’s nonprofit board, but now the Financial Times reports that Apple will no longer join the board. OpenAI confirmed that Microsoft has given up its seat in a s…

You can now protect your high-risk Google account with just your phone Illustration: The VergeGoogle has made it a little easier for those at more risk of targeted online attacks to enroll in its Advanced Protection Program for Google accounts. Now users can set it up with a single passkey — using the built-in biometric authentication of a Pixel phone or iPhone — instead of the two physical security keys the compan…

The developers suing over GitHub Copilot got dealt a major blow in court Illustration by Cath Virginia / The Verge | Photos from Getty ImagesA judge has tossed nearly all of the claims a group of developers brought against GitHub, Microsoft, and OpenAI in a copyright lawsuit filed in 2022, as reported earlier by The Register. In a court order unsealed last week, a California judge left only two claims standing: one t…