Microsoft makes Copilot less useful on new Copilot Plus PCs Image: MicrosoftMicrosoft launched its range of Copilot Plus PCs earlier this week, and they all come equipped with the new dedicated Copilot key on the keyboard. It’s the first big change to Windows keyboards in 30 years, but all the key does now is launch a Progressive Web App (PWA) version of Copilot. The web app doesn’t even integrate into W…

Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 leak shows off AirPods-like design Image: @TEQHNIKACROSS on XSamsung’s next Galaxy Buds have been rumored to resemble AirPods, and new leaked renders make the comparison clearer than ever. The renders, purportedly found on Korean retailer Coupang, show that Samsung might be moving on from its bulb-shaped buds in favor of wireless headphones with AirPods-like stems, AirPods-like v…

TikTok makes its First Amendment case Illustration by Cath Virginia / The Verge | Photo from Getty ImagesTikTok says that the government didn’t adequately consider viable alternative options before charging ahead with a law that could ban the platform in the US. TikTok, whose parent company ByteDance is based in China, claims that it provided the US government with an extensive and …

YouTube is canceling Premium subscriptions bought using spoofed locations Illustration: Alex Castro / The VergeIf you used a virtual private network (VPN) to purchase a YouTube Premium in a country where it’s cheaper, your subscription might be on the chopping block. Over the past few days, several people who’ve used this trick reported having their subscriptions automatically canceled, as reported earlier by Android …

New York bans ‘addictive feeds’ for teens Photo by Andrew Caballero-Reynolds / AFP via Getty ImagesNew York Governor Kathy Hochul (D) signed two bills into law on Thursday that aim to protect kids and teens from social media harms, making it the latest state to take action as federal proposals still await votes. One of the bills, the Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) for Kids Act…

Embracer Group believes AI will ‘empower’ game developers Image: Crystal DynamicsEmbracer Group, the gaming giant that has the rights to big franchises like The Lord of the Rings and Tomb Raider, detailed how it’s thinking about the use of artificial intelligence for game development in its latest annual report. The conglomerate, which recently split into three separate companies, has adopted a “Group …

Biden administration to ban Russian company’s antivirus software Illustration by Kristen Radtke / The VergeThe Biden administration is announcing plans to ban the sale of Kaspersky Lab’s antivirus software in the United States due to national security concerns, Reuters reports. Sources told Reuters that Kaspersky’s close ties to the Russian government pose a national security risk, potentially letting the com…

The new Apple Pencil Pro has received its first significant discount The new Apple Pencil Pro is compatible with Apple’s new iPad Pros and Airs, unlike the second-gen model. | Photo: David Pierce / The VergeUnfortunately, if you’re looking at picking up the new iPad Pro or Air, you’re going to have to pay to upgrade your second-generation Apple Pencil, too. After all, the new tablets are only compatible with the …

Car dealerships hit with massive computer system outage Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The VergeCDK Global, the company that provides management software for nearly 15,000 car dealerships in North America, is down for a second day following a cyberattack, according to a report from Automotive News. The outage has left car dealerships across North America unable to access the internal systems used …

Anker’s new dual-headed USB-C cable charges two devices at once Anker’s new 2-in-1 USB-C charging cable could reduce the number of wires you need to wrangle by half. | Image: AnkerAnker’s trying something new that could potentially cut the number of cables you need to wrangle in half. Its 2-in-1 USB-C cable allows two devices to simultaneously charge from a single USB-C port with built-in “Smart Power Manage…

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes ‘Raw Cut’ shows the movie pre-VFX 20th Century StudiosKingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ stunning visual effects are nothing short of astounding, but for the film’s upcoming home release, 20th Century Studios is giving you the ability to see the motion capture performances that were key in bringing the talking apes to life. Though Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes will be availa…

Watch the trailer for Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition — coming June 25th Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time was Ubisoft’s breakout hit of 2003, but the company’s cult classic Beyond Good & Evil, released just two weeks later, will beat it to an upgraded rerelease. Ubisoft has released a trailer for Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition that confirms it’ll arrive next Tuesday, June 25th — just five days after I…

Anker’s fastest power bank is matching its lowest price It’s the ideal power bank if your office never stops moving. | Photo: AnkerMy army of portable chargers is eight soldiers strong. It’s a little ridiculous, but the variety gives me flexibility to pick the perfect charger for the day’s needs, whether it’s my sleek MagSafe charger to keep my iPhone going on longer days or a bigger brick for my iPa…

Have we been overthinking EV sounds? Photo by Spencer Platt / Getty ImagesFor years, automakers have been fussing over the sounds emitted by their electric vehicles, trying to tune them in a way that both presents as futuristic while also not alienating to people who are used to the rev of a four-cylinder engine. They seem to have settled on a series of sounds that could best be d…

Microsoft’s embarrassing Recall Image: MicrosoftLast week, I revealed that Microsoft’s Windows engineers were scrambling to secure its controversial AI-powered Recall feature in time for its planned debut on June 18th. Hours later, Microsoft announced that the feature that screenshots nearly everything you do on new Qualcomm-powered laptops is being recalled. Copilot Plus PCs …

Elden Ring: all of the updates about FromSoftware’s open-world hit Image: FromSoftwareArise now, ye tarnished Continue reading…

Here are some small but helpful tips for starting Shadow of the Erdtree Image: FromSoftwareBefore Shadow of the Erdtree finally goes live, Bandai Namco has implemented a patch that adds a couple of small features and updates just in time for the DLC’s launch in a few short hours. FromSoftware also shared a new launch trailer to herald the DLC’s arrival, but it’s chockful of spoilers, so beware. The update isn’t part…

Instagram rolls out Live broadcasts for close friends Image: InstagramInstagram is introducing a way to livestream to a smaller, more private audience. Beginning today, Instagram users will be able to host Live broadcasts only available to their curated list of Close Friends. Up to three other accounts can join the Live broadcast and stream with the original user. The feature rolls out globally. Un…

Here’s how to save on Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree in time for launch This is how I feel when I don’t get a deal. | Image: Bandai NamcoDear Tarnished, it’s time to travel back to the Lands Between — but you don’t have to pay full price. Elden Ring’s long-awaited Shadow of the Erdtree DLC officially launches tomorrow, June 21st, and both returning and new players can save on either the expansion or a cost-effective…

Amazon is getting rid of plastic air pillows in North America Image: AmazonAmazon is on track to fully remove plastic air pillows from its delivery packaging in North America. On Thursday, the company announced that it has replaced 95 percent of plastic air pillows with paper filler, and it plans to stop using plastic air packaging by the end of this year. This change will eliminate almost 15 billion plast…