What’s behind the Google AI shake-up
https://www.theverge.com/podcast/976784/google-deepmind-ai-race-vergecast
Some of the biggest names on Google's AI team got new jobs this week. In some cases, including for legendary Googler Jeff Dean, those jobs are no longer at Google. Given that Google's models seem to be behind the best of what's coming out of anthropic and OpenAI, is this a sign of Google in […]
https://www.theverge.com/podcast/976784/google-deepmind-ai-race-vergecast
Some of the biggest names on Google's AI team got new jobs this week. In some cases, including for legendary Googler Jeff Dean, those jobs are no longer at Google. Given that Google's models seem to be behind the best of what's coming out of anthropic and OpenAI, is this a sign of Google in […]
Grab the entire Lord of the Rings trilogy on 4K Blu-ray for $50
https://www.theverge.com/gadgets/976792/lord-of-the-rings-trilogy-4k-uhd-blu-ray-deal-sale
Looking to spend a weekend inside with a good binge? Gruv has The Lord of the Rings trilogy on 4K Blu-ray marked down to $49.99, just below Amazon’s price and only a little bit higher than the all-time low we usually see around Black Friday. This version includes both the original theatrical releases of all […]
https://www.theverge.com/gadgets/976792/lord-of-the-rings-trilogy-4k-uhd-blu-ray-deal-sale
Looking to spend a weekend inside with a good binge? Gruv has The Lord of the Rings trilogy on 4K Blu-ray marked down to $49.99, just below Amazon’s price and only a little bit higher than the all-time low we usually see around Black Friday. This version includes both the original theatrical releases of all […]
Fenix Flexin isn’t even denying using AI to make ‘Rubberz’ anymore
https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/976801/fenix-flexin-rubberz-ai-song-treblo
It took long enough, but now LA rapper Fenix Flexin appears to have admitted using AI for the 80s synth pop-themed song "Rubberz." His comments follow the producer Medasin's videos claiming that an AI tool called Treblo (formerly Sonauto) was used to make the song, and the company releasing an AI detector that identifies it […]
https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/976801/fenix-flexin-rubberz-ai-song-treblo
It took long enough, but now LA rapper Fenix Flexin appears to have admitted using AI for the 80s synth pop-themed song "Rubberz." His comments follow the producer Medasin's videos claiming that an AI tool called Treblo (formerly Sonauto) was used to make the song, and the company releasing an AI detector that identifies it […]
The gaming site sponsored by Walmart lays off its editorial staff
https://www.theverge.com/games/977056/restart-gaming-site-walmart-moonrock-layoffs
Restart, a games media website launched in late 2024 that was sponsored by Walmart, has laid off its "entire editorial team," according to a Friday post from Brandy Berthelson, the site's former editor-in-chief. Other staffers have also posted about being laid off. Restart is operated by Moonrock, a content marketing agency, though its editorial mission […]
https://www.theverge.com/games/977056/restart-gaming-site-walmart-moonrock-layoffs
Restart, a games media website launched in late 2024 that was sponsored by Walmart, has laid off its "entire editorial team," according to a Friday post from Brandy Berthelson, the site's former editor-in-chief. Other staffers have also posted about being laid off. Restart is operated by Moonrock, a content marketing agency, though its editorial mission […]
Nitecore’s latest power bank is the lightest and most compact yet
https://www.theverge.com/tech/976506/nitecore-nb10000-gen4-review-adventure-battery
There's two things you should know about me, your intrepid reviewer: I hate the feature creep associated with modern power banks, and I love shaving grams off the gear I carry when backpacking, bikepacking, and trail running. So imagine my delight when Nitecore released a new generation of its ultralight NB10000 battery. After a few […]
https://www.theverge.com/tech/976506/nitecore-nb10000-gen4-review-adventure-battery
There's two things you should know about me, your intrepid reviewer: I hate the feature creep associated with modern power banks, and I love shaving grams off the gear I carry when backpacking, bikepacking, and trail running. So imagine my delight when Nitecore released a new generation of its ultralight NB10000 battery. After a few […]
X replaces its revenue-sharing program with ‘Original Content Rewards’
https://www.theverge.com/tech/977143/x-revenue-sharing-original-content-rewards
X is ending its controversial revenue-sharing program for content creators, which has seen numerous revisions under Elon Musk's reign. In its place, it's launching a new Original Content Rewards program on September 8th. To be eligible, creators must have at least 500 verified followers and at least 500,000 Home Timeline impressions from verified users in […]
https://www.theverge.com/tech/977143/x-revenue-sharing-original-content-rewards
X is ending its controversial revenue-sharing program for content creators, which has seen numerous revisions under Elon Musk's reign. In its place, it's launching a new Original Content Rewards program on September 8th. To be eligible, creators must have at least 500 verified followers and at least 500,000 Home Timeline impressions from verified users in […]
AI detectors are creating a new era of distrust
https://www.theverge.com/column/976690/ai-writing-detectors-suspicion
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more news about how AI is changing our daily lives, follow Emma Roth. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here. How it started Long before ChatGPT became a thing, […]
https://www.theverge.com/column/976690/ai-writing-detectors-suspicion
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more news about how AI is changing our daily lives, follow Emma Roth. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here. How it started Long before ChatGPT became a thing, […]
Dropbox is a PC builder’s best friend
https://www.theverge.com/tech/976092/pc-building-dropbox-backup
In 2018 I bet my reputation and self-worth on a huge crowdfunded game design project. It could have been a failure for many reasons, but the one I became most worried about was losing all of the work that was stored locally on my home-built PC - a scenario that would have left a lot […]
https://www.theverge.com/tech/976092/pc-building-dropbox-backup
In 2018 I bet my reputation and self-worth on a huge crowdfunded game design project. It could have been a failure for many reasons, but the one I became most worried about was losing all of the work that was stored locally on my home-built PC - a scenario that would have left a lot […]
49ers coach says his Tesla was on Autopilot when he crashed
https://www.theverge.com/transportation/977155/49ers-coach-tesla-autopilot-crash
Four weeks ago, San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan was involved in an accident near downtown Palo Alto. At the time Shanahan said only that the accident was his fault. But during a recent press conference he shared more details about the incident, including the fact that he had his Tesla's Autopilot engaged at the […]
https://www.theverge.com/transportation/977155/49ers-coach-tesla-autopilot-crash
Four weeks ago, San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan was involved in an accident near downtown Palo Alto. At the time Shanahan said only that the accident was his fault. But during a recent press conference he shared more details about the incident, including the fact that he had his Tesla's Autopilot engaged at the […]
Zuckerberg’s yacht was closer, but someone else saved a stranded boat
https://www.theverge.com/tech/977161/mark-zuckerberg-yacht-wilderness-legacy-stranded-boat
Earlier this week, the Alaskan cruise ship Wilderness Legacy rescued a small skiff stranded near Farragut Bay after running out of fuel. But, according to tracking data reviewed by the Alaska Beacon and Halifax Shipping News, the closest vessel was actually Mark Zuckerberg's super yacht, Launchpad. Michael Love, a passenger on the Wilderness Legacy, posted […]
https://www.theverge.com/tech/977161/mark-zuckerberg-yacht-wilderness-legacy-stranded-boat
Earlier this week, the Alaskan cruise ship Wilderness Legacy rescued a small skiff stranded near Farragut Bay after running out of fuel. But, according to tracking data reviewed by the Alaska Beacon and Halifax Shipping News, the closest vessel was actually Mark Zuckerberg's super yacht, Launchpad. Michael Love, a passenger on the Wilderness Legacy, posted […]
No Dogs in Space is a music history podcast for true obsessives
https://www.theverge.com/entertainment/977190/no-dogs-in-space-music-history-podcast
Sadly, there hasn't been a new episode of No Dogs in Space since July of 2024. Part four of the podcast's series on Can wrapped up an abbreviated season three, which focused on experimental rock. Don't get me wrong, I loved seasons one and two, but the show seemed to be gearing up for a […]
https://www.theverge.com/entertainment/977190/no-dogs-in-space-music-history-podcast
Sadly, there hasn't been a new episode of No Dogs in Space since July of 2024. Part four of the podcast's series on Can wrapped up an abbreviated season three, which focused on experimental rock. Don't get me wrong, I loved seasons one and two, but the show seemed to be gearing up for a […]
The first rival Android app store just arrived in the US Play Store
https://www.theverge.com/tech/977269/google-play-store-third-party-app-aptoide-games
Following the latest twist in Google's legal battles with Epic, US Android users are now able to open Google's Play Store and download a third-party digital store with its own selection of apps. Aptoide, a store specializing in mobile games, is the first to become available. Third-party app stores have always been available on Android, […]
https://www.theverge.com/tech/977269/google-play-store-third-party-app-aptoide-games
Following the latest twist in Google's legal battles with Epic, US Android users are now able to open Google's Play Store and download a third-party digital store with its own selection of apps. Aptoide, a store specializing in mobile games, is the first to become available. Third-party app stores have always been available on Android, […]
This great retro-inspired keyboard now comes preassembled
https://www.theverge.com/tech/976262/novelkeys-classic-tkl-underscore-edition-review
You probably know just by looking at it if the Classic-TKL Underscore Edition is for you. Do you want a retro-looking wired keyboard without a number pad? Great. Do you care that it doesn't have wireless? Perfect. Do you want it preassembled? Buddy, you're in the right place. But Nathan, you might say, preassembled is […]
https://www.theverge.com/tech/976262/novelkeys-classic-tkl-underscore-edition-review
You probably know just by looking at it if the Classic-TKL Underscore Edition is for you. Do you want a retro-looking wired keyboard without a number pad? Great. Do you care that it doesn't have wireless? Perfect. Do you want it preassembled? Buddy, you're in the right place. But Nathan, you might say, preassembled is […]
Steam hardware shipper breach leaks customer data, including names and addresses
https://www.theverge.com/games/977314/valve-steam-hardware-shipping-data-breach
Valve says a data breach may have exposed the personal information of customers who ordered its Steam hardware in Europe. In an email sent to users, Valve says its European shipping partner, CEVA Logistics, suffered a data breach that may have included customer names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. The breach at CEVA occurred […]
https://www.theverge.com/games/977314/valve-steam-hardware-shipping-data-breach
Valve says a data breach may have exposed the personal information of customers who ordered its Steam hardware in Europe. In an email sent to users, Valve says its European shipping partner, CEVA Logistics, suffered a data breach that may have included customer names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. The breach at CEVA occurred […]
Boeing is selling its air taxi startups to Archer Aviation
https://www.theverge.com/transportation/977306/boeing-selling-evtol-archer-wisk-air-taxi
Boeing is selling three of its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) subsidiaries to Archer Aviation, in addition to taking an undisclosed stake in the San Jose-based company. The subsidiares to be acquired by Archer include Wisk Aero, which has been developing an autonomous electric aircraft; SkyGrid, which is building air traffic management systems to […]
https://www.theverge.com/transportation/977306/boeing-selling-evtol-archer-wisk-air-taxi
Boeing is selling three of its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) subsidiaries to Archer Aviation, in addition to taking an undisclosed stake in the San Jose-based company. The subsidiares to be acquired by Archer include Wisk Aero, which has been developing an autonomous electric aircraft; SkyGrid, which is building air traffic management systems to […]
What happens to Bose when headphones become AI?
https://www.theverge.com/podcast/975732/bose-ceo-lila-snyder-ai-wearables-licensing-headphones-audio
Today, I’m talking with Lila Snyder, who is the CEO of Bose. You certainly know Bose — it’s one of the most famous brands in all of consumer tech. The company started 60 years ago selling speakers to consumers, and its focus on research and development has led it to be a leader in both […]
https://www.theverge.com/podcast/975732/bose-ceo-lila-snyder-ai-wearables-licensing-headphones-audio
Today, I’m talking with Lila Snyder, who is the CEO of Bose. You certainly know Bose — it’s one of the most famous brands in all of consumer tech. The company started 60 years ago selling speakers to consumers, and its focus on research and development has led it to be a leader in both […]
Costco’s great Switch 2 console bundle includes over $100 in free stuff
https://www.theverge.com/gadgets/977489/costco-switch-2-microsd-express-switch-online-expansion-deal-sale
The cost of the Nintendo Switch 2 is going up by $50 on September 1st, 2026, resulting in a $499.99 price tag for just the console. We’re just weeks away, but Costco is offering a fantastic $499.99 bundle for its members that includes a Nintendo Switch 2, a 256GB microSD Express card (usually $59), and […]
https://www.theverge.com/gadgets/977489/costco-switch-2-microsd-express-switch-online-expansion-deal-sale
The cost of the Nintendo Switch 2 is going up by $50 on September 1st, 2026, resulting in a $499.99 price tag for just the console. We’re just weeks away, but Costco is offering a fantastic $499.99 bundle for its members that includes a Nintendo Switch 2, a 256GB microSD Express card (usually $59), and […]
Bluesky now lets you hide reposts from that annoying person you follow
https://www.theverge.com/tech/977581/bluesky-hide-reposts-user-post-count-threads
Bluesky has added a new feature that lets you hide reposts from a specific person in your feeds. The tool might be helpful if you want to stop seeing reposts from that one person who clogs up your feed with reposts of things you don't care about. If you follow me, I may be that […]
https://www.theverge.com/tech/977581/bluesky-hide-reposts-user-post-count-threads
Bluesky has added a new feature that lets you hide reposts from a specific person in your feeds. The tool might be helpful if you want to stop seeing reposts from that one person who clogs up your feed with reposts of things you don't care about. If you follow me, I may be that […]
Anker’s travel charger works in almost any country and is down to $20
https://www.theverge.com/gadgets/977626/anker-nano-travel-adapter-summer-travel-tech-deal-sale
If you’ve got international travel coming up, an adapter is essential for keeping your phone, earbuds, power banks, and other gadgets charged. Anker’s Nano Travel Adapter is one of our picks from our guide to the best gadgets for summer travel because it can charge up to five devices at once, yet it’s small enough […]
https://www.theverge.com/gadgets/977626/anker-nano-travel-adapter-summer-travel-tech-deal-sale
If you’ve got international travel coming up, an adapter is essential for keeping your phone, earbuds, power banks, and other gadgets charged. Anker’s Nano Travel Adapter is one of our picks from our guide to the best gadgets for summer travel because it can charge up to five devices at once, yet it’s small enough […]
Mark Zuckerberg doesn’t understand how to live
https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/977623/mark-zuckerberg-ai-manifesto-dim-vision
Recently, a man I was rock climbing with told me about how he'd used AI to make a motivational poster for himself, which he'd hung on his bedroom wall: a bear, walking a slackline over a canyon, holding a sign that said, "Do cool shit." I made what I hoped was a polite noise. What […]
https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/977623/mark-zuckerberg-ai-manifesto-dim-vision
Recently, a man I was rock climbing with told me about how he'd used AI to make a motivational poster for himself, which he'd hung on his bedroom wall: a bear, walking a slackline over a canyon, holding a sign that said, "Do cool shit." I made what I hoped was a polite noise. What […]