Credit: Dmitriy Prayzel / Shutterstock.com Fortnite is back on mobile : For the past four years, the massively popular battle royal game has been nowhere to be found on iPhone and Android. If you wanted to play Fortnite , you mostly needed to look elsewhere to get your fix. Starting today, however, the game has made its return to smartphones and tablets—at least, for some of us. If you have an Android device, you can play Fortnite without issue. If you have an iOS device, however, things are a bit more complicated: Those of us with an iPhone or […]
Apple set to unveil new iPhone 16 on Monday. Here’s what to expect.
Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images On Monday, Apple is expected to reveal its iPhone 16 models along with other new products, in a livestreamed event called “It’s Glowtime.” The latest generation of iPhones will mark what one analyst called Apple’s “biggest upgrade cycle in its history.” The event is scheduled to take place on September 9 at 1 p.m. Eastern time at the tech company’s Cupertino, California, headquarters. All eyes will be on Apple’s latest line of iPhones, all models of which will be powered by Apple Intelligence — Apple’s response to the generative AI revolution — which will […]
How to watch Apple’s ‘Glowtime’ iPhone 16 event
The iPhone 16 is nigh as Apple prepares to debut its next smartphone lineup on Monday, September 9th, at 1PM ET / 10AM PT. The company is expected to officially announce four phones as usual, with two standard iPhone 16s and two iPhone 16 Pro models, all likely packed with Apple Intelligence AI features. You can catch the livestream at Apple’s own website , on its YouTube channel , and even on an Apple TV. (Apple usually makes sure you see this when you scroll from the home screen of the Apple TV app, but you can search for […]
Boeing’s Starliner is back without the astronauts it flew to the ISS
Even so, NASA officials said they learned a lot from the mission. Contributing Reporter NASA Boeing’s Starliner capsule has undocked from the ISS at 6:04PM Eastern time on September 6 and has safely and gently landed at White Sands Space Harbor in New Mexico at 12:01AM on September 7. Calypso, as the capsule is called, didn’t have a crew onboard despite flying to the ISS with astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore. NASA decided in late August that the astronauts will come home on a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule in February for safety reasons. Wilmore and Williams merely provided […]
We’re getting closer to a robot vacuum that can climb stairs
Roborock’s Qrevo Curv is a complete redesign of the company’s robot vacuum and dock. With the ability to lift itself up to get over room transitions as high as 40mm, fluffy rugs, and other possible obstacles, Roborock’s new Qrevo Curv could be a sign that the stair-climbing robot vacuum is almost here. To be clear, Roborock hasn’t said this, but based on how fast this company — and others — are innovating in this space, it feels like we’re really not that far away. SharkNinja also announced a new robot vacuum with lifting capabilities this week, and the other […]
The Best Google Pixel 9 Cases and Accessories
Google says its new Pixel 9 smartphones are twice as durable as their predecessors , with Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus 2 enveloping a 100 percent recycled aluminum frame. But glass is still glass. There’s still a high chance even a 4-foot drop from your hand to the pavement will result in a cracked screen. Protect your investment! These Pixels are among the most expensive to date , so it’s worth finding a nice case or screen protector to keep them pristine. Fair warning: Having a case on your phone doesn’t mean it’s invincible. It just reduces the chances of […]
The Best Folding Phones
You May be scoffing as you read this. Folding phones ? Really? Aren’t those just gimmicks? I’m here to tell you they’re pretty darn useful. And yes, there are now quite a few of them , so you have options to choose from. Folding phones are an evolution of the traditional single-screen slab of glass we’ve all been using for nearly two decades—and we might even see a folding iPhone in the future . They predominantly come in two forms—a folding flip phone or a folding booklike phone—enabling you to either relive the glory days of small phones or […]
The Best Wireless Earbuds for Everyone
Wireless earbuds are one of those ideas that sounded like a dream at first. Pop a little headphone into each ear and listen to music or take calls untethered from everything. The first wireless buds were gigantic, died after a few hours, and had a bunch of other problems. Times have changed. There are now tons of new models that sound fabulous and work perfectly. After testing hundreds of pairs of wireless earbuds over the past few years, these are our favorites, in a wide range of styles and prices. For more top picks, check out our other audio […]
Astro Bot is one of the best games Sony has ever made
Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Sony Interactive Entertainment The mascot’s first AAA outing is a delightful success. jessica conditt Senior Editor Astro Bot is not just for kids. Team Asobi clearly designed it for players of all skill levels, and that includes children and newbies, but at its core Astro Bot feels purpose-built for video game fans. It’s a skill-driven celebration of everything that makes the format so […]
Apple Event 2024: What we expect at the iPhone 16 launch event on Monday, September 9
There should be new handsets, smartwatches and earbuds at Apple’s big event. Contributing Reporter Apple For Apple devotees, the biggest tech day of the year is coming up: The Apple iPhone 16 event . It’ll take place on September 9 at 1PM ET and you can stream it live on YouTube or the company’s website. We’ll also be live-blogging the news. The biggest news we’re expecting from Apple’s It’s Glowtime event is the iPhone 16 lineup. Following past events, we’re also anticipating a new Apple Watch or two — maybe even three, if Apple showcases a new SE. Beyond […]