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In a recent digital archaeology expedition, Terrence O'Brien, Weekend Editor at The Verge, unearthed and lauded Professor Murder's 2006 EP, "Professor Murder Rides the Subway," as a quintessential, yet largely
Rockstar Games has officially made its anticipated "extended look" at Grand Theft Auto VI available for streaming on YouTube and its official website. This widespread release follows an exclusive debut on Netflix,
Amazon is rolling out a compelling new promotion, offering a direct $150 price reduction on Google’s Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL smartphones. This substantial discount can be claimed by applying the
Climate change is intensifying the challenges of parenting, with a new study revealing that 560 million children under the age of ten globally now face at least one additional month of moderate heat stress each year.
Google's new Pixel 11 introduces "Camera Looks" to embrace the 'digicam trend,' offering users softer, less-processed photos reminiscent of older digital cameras. This strategic shift in computational photography was a key topic on The Vergecast, alongside discussions on Apple's camera AirPods, Fairphone's US launch, and YouTube policy changes.
Google has officially unveiled its latest flagship smartphones, the Pixel 11 and Pixel 11 Pro series, at its Made by Google 2026 event. These new devices, including the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and the
For years, smartphone cameras have been hailed for their convenience, always ready to capture a moment. Yet, despite significant advancements in hardware, the aesthetic quality of photos taken with default camera apps
In a significant development for Apple enthusiasts and those prone to misplacing valuables, Apple's second-generation AirTags are currently available at their lowest price ever. This coveted deal sees a four-pack of the
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced ambitious plans for a significant push into personal AI agents, a strategy he unveiled during the company's Q2 2026 earnings call on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. This initiative aims
US-based employees at the Wikimedia Foundation, the non-profit organization that hosts Wikipedia and other free knowledge projects, are escalating their unionization efforts. On July 28, 2026, these employees announced
The Verge has published a scathing critique of ICE operations under the Trump administration, detailing a recent fatal shooting in Houston and the alleged intimidation of online critics. The article characterizes ICE as an unaccountable, heavily armed force engaging in abuses and operating as the administration's "private domestic army."
Dbrand's much-anticipated *Portal*-themed Companion Cube external shell for the Steam Machine has been canceled after Valve issued a legal takedown notice. All manufactured units will be destroyed, a rare admission of error for the typically defiant brand. The Verge captured exclusive photos before its destruction.
Experimental musician and prolific YouTuber Stefan Paul Goetsch, known professionally as Hainbach, recently shared insights into his unique creative process and essential tools during an interview with The Verge. The
Tech veterans David Pierce, Nilay Patel, John Higgins, and Nest co-founder Matt Rogers revisit the legacy of the Logitech Harmony universal remote on The Verge’s “Version History” podcast. Despite being the market leader for years, the Harmony ultimately faded, highlighting the persistent challenge of unifying home entertainment control. Its story reveals how even a compelling product can struggle in an evolving tech landscape.
CUPERTINO, CA – Apple unveiled a suite of expanded parental controls at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on Monday, presenting them as tools to help parents manage their children's digital experiences.
Google has officially initiated its appeal against a federal court ruling that declared the tech giant an illegal search monopolist. The company contends that it "prevailed in the marketplace fair and square," arguing
Google is transitioning from a traditional search engine to an AI agent that proactively gathers information, fundamentally redefining the act of "googling." This shift, discussed on The Vergecast after Google I/O, raises profound questions about the future of the web itself and Google's identity in the AI era.
In a decisive blow to Elon Musk, a federal jury in Oakland has dismissed all claims in his high-profile lawsuit, Musk v. Altman, against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and President Greg Brockman. The verdict, reached on May 18,
Valve is launching a new reservation system for its recently released Steam Controller, set to go live this Friday at 1 PM ET. This strategic move directly addresses widespread customer frustration following the
Smart home enthusiasts and gamers can rejoice as the Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box 8K is now available at a significant 30 percent discount, bringing its price down to $269.49. This substantial offer, part of Philips
The Verge's Senior Reviews Editor, Nathan Edwards, has successfully transitioned his main desktop to Linux (CachyOS) for three months, expressing no desire to return to Windows. Despite minor troubleshooting, he finds the open-source OS "calmer and more robust," appreciating the self-directed nature of problem-solving inherent in Linux's modular design. The shift highlights Linux's growing viability for daily computing and gaming.
Apple CEO Tim Cook is set to depart his role in September, marking the conclusion of a significant 15-year tenure at the helm of the tech giant. In anticipation of this major leadership transition, Cook has penned a
Dyson has officially launched its advanced Spot+Scrub Ai Robot vacuum cleaner, now available for purchase. This new autonomous cleaning device, which first debuted at IFA 2025 in Berlin, integrates artificial
In a revealing experiment published on March 11, 2026, The Verge’s Senior AI Reporter Hayden Field immersed herself in the burgeoning world of AI-driven job interviews, undergoing several virtual screenings conducted
Pentagon Labels Anthropic a Supply-Chain Risk, Sparking Legal Battle The Defense Department has formally designated American AI firm Anthropic as a "supply-chain risk," escalating a weeks-long dispute over the company's
