Domino's can now deliver pizza almost anywhere using GPS pins
You no longer need to be at a fixed address if you're craving pizza. Domino's is introducing a Pinpoint Delivery feature in the US that, as the name implies, will send pies to a GPS pin you drop on the...
View ArticleThe best midrange smartphones for 2023
As one of Engadget’s resident mobile geeks, I’ve reviewed dozens of midrange phones and have found that a great smartphone doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Years of commoditization have brought features...
View ArticleThe next Nintendo Direct will take place on June 21st
We've already had a ton of gaming news this month but we're far from done. Annapurna Interactive is hosting its own showcase on June 29th, for one thing. Before that, though, there's the small matter...
View ArticleLawmakers seek 'blue-ribbon commission' to study impacts of AI tools
The wheels of government have finally begun to turn on the issue of generative AI regulation. US Representatives Ted Lieu (D-CA) and Ken Buck (R-CO) introduced legislation on Monday that would...
View ArticleChrome on iOS can now show maps and create calendar items without switching apps
You no longer have to hop between apps just to perform some common tasks in Chrome on your iPhone. Google is updating Chrome for iOS with the option to see Maps addresses, create Calendar events and...
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Cruise launches an Android app for its self-driving taxis
Cruise has finally launched an Android app for ridehailing, giving potential customers in San Francisco the option to call one of its robotaxis even if they're not iPhone users. The self-driving car...
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News publishing giant Gannett sues Google for monopolizing ad tech
Gannett, a news publisher accused of monopolistic behavior, is suing Google for monopolistic behavior. It’s the latest in a string of lawsuits against the search giant, and it repeats many of the...
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How do you prevent an AI-generated game from losing the plot?
Did you ever get to the end of Wizard of Oz and have notes – the nagging intuition that you could have taken down all those pesky flying monkeys or handled the backstabbing intricacies of Munchkin...
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The best immersion blenders you can buy in 2023
While countertop blenders have been staple kitchen tools for quite some time, smaller and more compact immersion blenders (aka hand blenders or stick blenders) have their uses too. They’re great for...
View ArticleEA's 'Immortals of Aveum' is delayed until August 22nd
Immortals of Aveum, a fantasy first-person shooter that EA is publishing under its Originals umbrella, was one of our highlights at Summer Game Fest earlier this month. Unfortunately, you'll need to...
View ArticlePresident Biden meets with AI tech leaders in San Francisco
While lawmakers in the House (and soon, the Senate) call for a "blue-ribbon commission" to study the potential impacts of AI on American society, President Biden on Tuesday met with leaders in the...
View ArticleSpotify Desktop app gets a new look and upgraded library features
Spotify has really let its desktop app go in recent years, throwing most of its resources at the mobile apps and certain vaccine-hating podcasters. However, the desktop side of things just received a...
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The best cheap Windows laptops for 2023
If you’re a regular Engadget reader, you probably don’t think of cheap Windows laptops when you think of daily drivers. But it would be a big mistake to ignore these devices — if not for yourself, then...
View ArticleApple's expanded self-repair program covers the iPhone 14 and newer MacBooks
Apple is widening its Self Service Repair program to cover its more recent devices, and it's reducing some of the hassles in the process. As of June 21st, you can get the parts, tools and manuals...
View ArticleRoblox now allows creators to build content for people 17 and older
Roblox has traditionally been most popular among kids and pre-teens, despite it claiming to be a “platform for all ages.” Now, in a departure from its family-friendly reputation, the company says it...
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US Senate is the latest to look into Amazon's warehouse safety practices
A US Senate committee is investigating Amazon’s warehouse safety practices. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, sent a letter to Amazon...
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The best webcams for 2023
That tiny webcam on your laptop has probably gotten more use in the last few years than it ever has before. Even if you’re going back into the office for meetings on occasion, chances are frequent...
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The Morning After: Amazon Prime Day kicks off July 11th
Amazon has announced the dates for its next annual shopping event. Prime Day 2023 will be on July 11th and 12th this year, beginning at 12AM PT/ 3AM ET on Tuesday, July 11th, and concluding at the end...
View ArticleThe best wireless headphones for 2023
Over-ear noise-canceling headphones typically offer the most comprehensive set of features we want for our listening pleasure. The best of these wireless options combine stellar sound quality with...
View ArticleApple's union-busting practices violated employee rights at NYC store, judge...
Apple is once again in trouble for its union-busting practices. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) judge ruled Apple interfered with employees' organizing efforts at its World Trade Center store...
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