Why I love my little round Dell USB-C mobile adapter

Barbara Krasnoff is officially the reviews editor for The Verge, but although she has done a great deal of reviewing in her time, she doesn’t tend to do a lot of it in her current position. “I was originally hired here to write and edit to-do articles,” she explains. “Now, I spend most of my […]

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Apple brings its online retail store to Saudi Arabia

Apple has launched its online store in Saudi Arabia, according to an announcement on Tuesday. The move, set to be followed by physical retail locations, will let users in the country browse through and purchase Apple products on its site for the first time.  As part of its expansion into Saudi Arabia, Apple will offer […]

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Apple Intelligence tries summarizing news again after botching BBC stories

Apple’s fourth iOS 26 developer beta has reintroduced Apple Intelligence-powered notification summaries for news and entertainment apps, MacRumors reports. The company temporarily switched off the feature earlier this year after botching some headlines and promised they would be available again in a future update. After installing the new beta, your iPhone will show a splash […]

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Mobile subscriptions are shedding unique indie games in search of a bigger audience

For the last few years, subscription gaming services like Apple Arcade and Netflix have offered mobile game developers something of a haven for high-quality, premium mobile games: a type of game that had become vanishingly rare following the rise of the microtransaction-stuffed free-to-play model. But as these services' once enviable lineup of indie games dwindles, […]

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GoPro’s refreshed Max 360 action camera is down to an all-time low price

Earlier this year, GoPro introduced a refreshed version of its Max 360-degree action camera, and right now that camera is down to an all-time low of $249.99 ($120 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and GoPro. The newest version comes with a long-lasting Enduro battery and an upgraded mounting system, making it compatible with all standard […]

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Amazon buys Bee AI wearable that listens to everything you say

Amazon is acquiring Bee, a startup that puts AI on your wrist. Bee CEO Maria de Lourdes Zollo says on LinkedIn that the company is joining Amazon to help “bring truly personal, agentic AI to even more customers.” Bee makes a $49.99 Fitbit-like device that listens in on your conversations while using AI to transcribe […]

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OneXSugar: Playing with the first dual-screen transforming handheld

I can't believe they're actually making these, was my very first thought, as I powered on a working prototype of the OneXSugar Sugar 1. This week, One-Netbook is crowdfunding a gaming handheld on Indiegogo like none I've ever touched before. It's got two OLED touchscreens, two power buttons, two sets of volume controls, and two […]

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Fantastic Four: First Steps’ greatest superpower is its gorgeous visuals

When Disney acquired 21st Century Fox in 2019, you could see flashes of the studio's plan to further expand the Marvel Cinematic Universe. After years of Marvel Studios building up the Avengers, the Fox deal put the company in a position to start telling stories about the characters who ushered in the modern superhero movie […]

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Microsoft’s new Intel-powered Surface Laptop 5G arrives in August

Microsoft announced a new 5G version of its Surface Laptop today, which will start shipping on August 26th starting at $1,799.99. The Surface Laptop 5G is powered by Intel’s Core Ultra Series 2 processors, complete with an NPU capable of providing access to Microsoft’s latest Copilot Plus AI features. The Surface Laptop 5G is very […]

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Pixel 10 Pro looks a lot like the base model in leaked renders

After sharing the first official leaked renders of the Pixel 10 yesterday, today Android Headlines has shared images of the 10 Pro too. It looks almost identical to the base model, but will apparently launch in a more muted set of colors. Android Headlines reports that the black and white finishes are the familiar “Obsidian” […]

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UK government wants ransomware victims to report cyberattacks so it can disrupt the hackers

Experts applauded the proposed change, which would require ransomware victims to notify authorities when paying a hacker's ransom, arguing that this information can help catch cybercriminals and stop their activities.

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Microsoft says Chinese hacking groups are behind SharePoint attacks

Some of the attacks that targeted organizations using an exploit in Microsoft’s SharePoint server platform over the last few days have been linked to hacking groups affiliated with the Chinese government, according to a new Microsoft security blog.  “As of this writing, Microsoft has observed two named Chinese nation-state actors, Linen Typhoon and Violet Typhoon, […]

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Honda and Acura EV owners can now use Tesla Superchargers

Honda has launched a new EV charging adapter that will allow its all-electric Prologue and Acura ZDX to power up at over 23,500 Tesla Supercharger stations. The $225 adapter lets vehicles equipped with Combined Charging System (CCS) plugs use Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) stations, buying Honda some time before it officially builds an […]

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National security meets next-gen tech at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025’s AI Defense panel

TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is where breakthrough ideas meet the real-world challenges that define the future — and with over 10,000 startup and VC leaders converging, there’s no better place to have the hard conversations. One of the most urgent? How artificial intelligence is reshaping national defense, security, and critical infrastructure in real time. Enter AI […]

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The Verge Launches New Site Features Aimed at Deepening Audience Engagement and Announces New Editorial Newsletters

NEW YORK, NY (July 22, 2025) - The Verge today launched a suite of homepage and editorial product updates aimed at deepening its direct relationship with readers. The announcement includes a new feature that allows readers to follow topics and individual Verge journalists, view those stories in a personalized feed on the homepage, and receive […]

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The Verge is getting way more personal with following feeds

I've probably written a thousand stories for this website about our favorite apps adding new features, so it's a fun change of pace to be writing one about ourselves doing the same thing. Today, The Verge is adding some exciting new features that will let you personalize exactly how you read the site. You'll be […]

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Pokémon Legends: Z-A has a detailed new trailer and Switch 2 bundle

Today’s Pokémon Presents livestream was short but definitely not light on announcements. There’s a new Pokémon puzzle game out right now. Pokémon Concierge season 2 has a release date. And on top of a new story trailer for Pokémon Legends: Z-A, there’s a new Switch 2 bundle featuring the game coming, too. The – and […]

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Toddler of the Year 2025: Winner to Lead Hollywood Christmas Parade

In a heartwarming twist on holiday tradition, one tiny tot is going to take on a very big stage. The inaugural Toddler of the Year competition, powered by national fundraiser Colossal, is officially launching with TV icon and dad of three Mario Lopez as host. One little star will take on the adorable “Toddler Marshal”...

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Google, Microsoft say Chinese hackers are exploiting SharePoint zero-day

The tech giants have evidence that Chinese hackers are exploiting the new bug, but warned "multiple actors" are also hacking into affected SharePoint systems.

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On stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025: How AI is forcing late-stage startups to rewire GTM — or be left behind

AI isn’t just disrupting products — it’s upending how companies sell, scale, and succeed. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, happening October 27–29 in San Francisco, we’re diving deep into how late-stage startups are navigating this shift. Catch this dynamic panel on the Going Public Stage, where three seasoned leaders will explore how AI is transforming go-to-market […]

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21-year-old MIT dropouts raise $32M at $300M valuation led by Insight

Karun Kaushik and Selin Kocalar weren’t planning to raise a Series A so soon. Their AI compliance startup, Delve, which announced a $3 million seed round in January, was growing fast and signing customers at a steady clip. Then, inbound interest started rolling in, COO Kocalar told TechCrunch. Delve, which automates regulatory compliance with AI […]

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A daily Pokémon puzzle game is out now as part of a busy lineup

There’s a lot going on in the world of Pokémon — and you can play at least one of them right now. During its latest Pokémon Presents presentation, the Pokémon Company surprise launched Pokémon Friends, a puzzle game with daily challenges, an increasingly common style of game. In a cute Pokémon twist, solving puzzles earns […]

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The Stevie Nicks–Lindsey Buckingham Reunion Might Really Be Happening

UPDATE — 7/22/25, 9:05 a.m. ET: Music and mess lovers everywhere have received further confirmation that a potential reunion between Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks is in the works. A new billboard has appeared in Los Angeles seemingly advertising the duo’s album Buckingham Nicks, per a fan post shared via X on Monday, July 21. […]

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Betaworks’ third fund closes at $66M to invest in early-stage AI startups

New York City-based Betaworks has closed its $66 million Fund III, which will focus on investing in early-stage AI companies.  Betaworks has been investing in AI since at least 2016 and, through its investment program Camp, has backed companies such as Huggingface and Granola. Jordan Crook, a partner at the firm (and former TechCrunch employee), […]

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‘Hunting Wives’ Ending Explained After Changes: Who Killed Abby? Who Died?

Netflix’s The Hunting Wives made a lot of changes from May Cobb‘s book — especially when it came to the ending. The show, which premiered on Monday, July 21, followed Sophie (Brittany Snow) who moved from Boston to an East Texas town where she found herself drawn to prominent socialite Margo (Malin Åkerman). But while […]

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Lucid Air owners will be able to use Tesla Superchargers from July 31

Owners of the Lucid Air sedan will be able to charge their luxury EVs at thousands of Tesla Supercharger stations in North America starting July 31. But there is a notable caveat: Lucid Air vehicles won't be able to charge as fast as Tesla vehicles.

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A-lister antics and Schedule A shenanigans

Summer blockbusters like the new Superman and Jurassic World movies may be doing great at the box office, but promoting them is more complicated than ever. The old celebrity playbook of magazine profiles, TV chat shows, and press junkets isn’t enough in an era of audience fragmentation. Publicists now have to strategize which podcasts to […]

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Elgato’s new capture card lowers the price for 4K 60fps gameplay recording

Elgato is launching its Game Capture 4K S device today, which will let gamers and streamers capture gameplay from Xbox Series S / X, PS5, or Switch 2 consoles in 4K resolution at 60fps. The $159.99 4K S is designed as a replacement and improvement to Elgato’s older $179.99 HD60 X capture device, and it […]

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Prince George’s Royal Life in Photos Through the Years

Prince William and Princess Kate welcomed Prince George in July 2013, and the little one has been stealing hearts ever since. Fatherhood was “quite a change” for the Duke of Cambridge, he said during a royal event three years after George’s arrival. “I’m very lucky in the support I have from Catherine, she’s an amazing […]

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Haley Joel Osment Is All Smiles at ‘Happy Gilmore’ Event After Arrest

Haley Joel Osment made a rare red carpet appearance three months after his arrest for public intoxication and possession of a controlled substance. Osment, 37, posed for photos at the Monday, July 21, premiere for Happy Gilmore 2, where he posed solo and with the cast. He was also photographed inside the event with John […]

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The Cosby Show’s Geoffrey Owens Mourns Late Costar Malcolm-Jamal Warner

The Cosby Show’s Geoffrey Owens paid tribute to his late costar Malcolm-Jamal Warner following his death at age 54. “This tragedy has almost left me speechless,” Owens, 64, told Us Weekly in a statement on Tuesday, July 22. “Malcolm was a lovely man, a sweet and sensitive soul. I respected him for many reasons, including […]

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Which ‘Summer I Turned Pretty’ Characters Have Cheated in Season 3 So Far?

The Summer I Turned Pretty‘s final season surprised fans due to the handful of cheating story lines — some of which weren’t even in Jenny Han‘s book series. Prime Video’s hit series, which debuted in June 2022, is based on a book series of the same name by showrunner Han. The Summer I Turned Pretty […]

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Reba’s JoAnna Garcia Pitches a Cowboy Romance Movie for Her and Steve Howey

JoAnna García Swisher doesn’t just want her former Reba love interest Steve Howey to make a Sweet Magnolias cameo. “Yes [to a Sweet Magnolias cameo for Steve]. Yes to all of the things. I would jump at the chance to work with Steve again,” Swisher, 45, exclusively told Us Weekly while promoting her partnership with […]

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17 Loose Dresses That Flatter Your Waist Better Than Bodycon — Starting at $6

Bodycon dresses might be the best for showing off your shape . . . but they’re not always our friend in a summer heatwave. With the right cut, loose and flowy picks can be more slimming and forgiving — no shapewear needed! Below, we rounded up 17 summer dresses that prove looser fits can be […]

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Scheana Shay Explains Why She Didn’t Tell Ariana Madix About Brock’s Affair

The cast of Vanderpump Rules was still dealing with the fallout of Scandoval when Brock Davies secretly confessed that he had cheated on Scheana Shay two years prior. While fans might think Shay going through her own affair drama would bring her closer to onetime best friend Ariana Madix, it ultimately played a role in […]

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Knock it off!

Cassey Ho was getting her roots dyed when she started receiving hundreds of ecstatic messages. In a video clip promoting her song “Fortnight,” Taylor Swift was shown wearing the Pirouette Skort, a flouncy, tutu-style skirt with built-in shorts underneath, that Ho had designed for her athleisure brand Popflex. She knew immediately this exposure — one […]

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Nothing’s new CMF smartwatch drops swappable bezels for a bigger display

Nothing has launched a new smartwatch under its affordable CMF subbrand that improves upon the heart rate sensor, battery life, and GPS tracking capabilities of its predecessor, but gives up on some of its customizability. The Watch 3 Pro is available globally starting today for $99 (currently reduced to $79). The 1.43-inch OLED display provides […]

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Hellraiser is being turned into a survival horror game

The developers at Boss Team Games have such sights to show you: the studio just announced that it’s taking the terrifying world of the classic Hellraiser films and turning it into a survival horror game. The new title is called Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival, and somehow it’s the first gaming adaptation of the franchise, which […]

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Dog the Bounty Hunter’s Stepson Placed on Psychiatric Hold After Son’s Death

Duane “Dog the Bounty Hunter” Chapman’s stepson Gregory Zecca has been placed on a psychiatric hold after accidentally shooting his 13-year-old son, Anthony. A representative for the family confirmed the news to TMZ on Monday, July 21, telling the outlet that Zecca is under observation on a 5150 hold, meaning he has been involuntarily detained […]

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Hate Applying Sunscreen? Shoppers Say This $17 SPF Stick Is ‘Invisible on the Skin’

If there’s one rule dermatologists want you to follow, it’s applying sunscreen every. single. day. Yes, even when it’s raining or blistering cold outside. If you hate the texture of face sunscreens, it can be even harder to apply it every day. Luckily, we discovered a white cast-free sunscreen stick that makes it a breeze […]

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Scheana Shay’s New Book Includes List of High Profile Hollywood Hookups

Scheana Shay’s little black book could provide enough content for a second memoir. In My Good Side, out Tuesday, July 22, the Vanderpump Rules alum, 40, writes about taking a break from dating athletes and actors after a series of flings with more than 10 celebrities. “I said to myself, okay Scheana, you’ve tried dating […]

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