If you’ve been eyeing (or playing) Alan Wake II lately but haven’t yet played any of the other titles in Remedy Games’ growing “Remedyverse” of connected stories, then you might want to take a look at the Epic Games Store right now. During its “Developer Spotlight” sale, Alan Wake Remastered, Alan Wake American Nightmare, Control,
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Trigger warning: This post talks about child predation and sexual abuse. Back in September 2022, it was revealed that popular streaming platform Twitch was being used by child predators to track and, in some cases, groom young streamers. Not long after that 2022 Bloomberg report, Twitch announced changes to combat the problem, creating phone verification
If you’re a current or former Verizon customer who purchased a postpaid wireless plan in the past 7 years, you may be owed money as part of a $100 million settlement addressing claims the network carrier’s postpaid wireless service plans were misleading because the advertised prices did not include an administrative charge. In a class-action
Samsung Gaming Hub, a cloud gaming interface built into the Korean company’s TVs, is getting its own official video game controller courtesy of accessories manufacturer PDP, Samsung said in a press release ahead of CES 2024 on Friday. The controller, which looks most reminiscent of an Xbox game pad, will launch later this year and
Electric cars are in a pretty good place right now — if only there were somewhere to charge the darn things. More than ever before, drivers looking to ditch tailpipe emissions have access to some of the best electric cars to hit American roads. EVs are becoming more energy efficient, improving their range and ownership
/ The NLRB ruled that Google’s refusal to negotiate with a group of Austin-based contractors is illegal. By Amrita Khalid, one of the authors of audio industry newsletter Hot Pod. Khalid has covered tech, surveillance policy, consumer gadgets, and online communities for more than a decade. Share this story Illustration by Alex Castro / The
If you’re shopping for someone who has been eyeing a smartwatch and has an Android phone, they’ll appreciate the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6. This smartwatch is durable, with a long battery life and a big, bright screen. This time around, the Galaxy Watch 6 brought back the rotating bezel, which helps you navigate the menus
City of Heroes was a beloved MMORPG that launched in April 2004 and lasted just over eight years. In that time it won a dedicated community of players who, even after the game died, kept playing the MMO via private servers that existed in a weird legal gray area. But now, the developers behind City
/ The data gathering system AutoRT applies safety guardrails inspired by Isaac Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics. By Amrita Khalid, one of the authors of audio industry newsletter Hot Pod. Khalid has covered tech, surveillance policy, consumer gadgets, and online communities for more than a decade. Share this story Image: Google The DeepMind robotics team
Forever-in-development space sim Star Citizen might not be finished after over a decade of dev work and announcements, but it does already contain a lot of expensive ships you can buy and fly around in. And if you want all of those ships in one big DLC pack, Star Citizen has an option for you.
/ Google might be on track to release a Gemini Ultra-powered Bard Advanced. By Emma Roth, a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Share this story Illustration: The Verge Google appears to be working on an upgraded
Years after rival web browsers made the move, Google Chrome on Jan. 4 will begin blocking websites from using third-party cookies, the easiest way to track our online behavior as we move around the web. The browser will block third-party cookies for 1% of users on computers and Android phones, said Anthony Chavez, leader of
Once upon a time, not so very long ago, the first couple of months of the year were a dead zone for new game releases. Typically, publishers rushed to get their shiny new titles out in time for the holiday gift rush. But then some clever genius realized that people buy games all year round.
The successor to the Nintendo Switch could arrive as soon as next year, cost $400, and be more of an “iterative” upgrade “rather than a revolution.” That’s according to the CEO of a Tokyo-based video game consultancy firm, who recently spoke with GamesIndustry.biz. New Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Trailer Features Hot Profs, 4-Player Co-Op, And
/ The Snapdragon XR2 Plus Gen 2 is a premium version of the chip in Meta’s Quest 3 — and likely destined for whatever Samsung and Google are working on. By Allison Johnson, a reviewer with 10 years of experience writing about consumer tech. She has a special interest in mobile photography and telecom. Previously,
The Dell XPS 13 had a spot on our list of the best laptops available for years. Last year, it lost its spot because the design and features were at a standstill and Dell didn’t bother to update its processors. However, its variant, the XPS 13 Plus, did get updated in 2023, and now we
What is the best internet provider in Scranton? Xfinity is Scranton’s best internet service provider, offering the lowest starting prices, fast download speeds and unlimited data on all plans. There are some drawbacks — Xfinity increases prices on all plans at some point — but overall, it’s a solid option available at virtually every address
The fated day has come: If you are still using Windows 7, 8, or 8.1 you might need to upgrade to Windows 10 or 11 soon, as Valve’s massively popular digital storefront, Steam, no longer officially supports those older operating systems. The Top 10 Most-Played Games On Steam Deck: October 2023 Edition Off English Valve
As December 2023 was underway, some streamers cleverly thought to play around with Twitch’s restrictions around nudity, broadcasting in such a fashion that implied they were completely naked on camera. Twitch, in response, began banning folks before shifting gears to allow various forms of “artistic nudity” to proliferate on the platform. However, after immediately rescinding
Whether you plan to go hard in the New Year or you have ongoing muscle soreness, Hyperice makes some of the best massage guns and recovery devices on the market. And right now, thanks to a New Year’s sale on the Hyperice website and price matching at the Hyperice Amazon storefront, you can save as much
The new year has begun and it’s the perfect time to treat yourself to new sheets. Let’s be honest, many of us aren’t changing or replacing our sheets as often as we should. Maybe new sheets have just been out of your budget for a while but that could change with My Sheets Rock’s sitewide
Sleep is essential to all aspects of our well-being, from our mood and our brain functions to our immune system, heart health and more. Despite how important a good night’s sleep is, many Americans struggle with insomnia. If you’ve tried nighttime yoga, melatonin and every other sleep remedy in the book, and you still can’t seem to knock
/ There has got to be a better way. By Elizabeth Lopatto, a reporter who writes about tech, money, and human behavior. She joined The Verge in 2014 as science editor. Previously, she was a reporter at Bloomberg. Share this story If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission.
Jujutsu Kaisen wrapped up earlier this week after a long and fairly grim season. You won’t be surprised to learn that it’s got another season in the works, once again courtesy of MAPPA. Kakegurui Creator’s New ‘Death Game’ Anime Might Be The Sleeper Hit Of 2023 Off English Following the finale for season two, MAPPA
If you haven’t heard, the Steamboat Willie version of Mickey Mouse is officially in the public domain, and Nightmare Forge Games wasted no time announcing a horror game starring that version of Disney’s mascot called Infestation 88. However, upon announcement, the team was met with immediate pushback regarding the game’s title and premise, with folks
/ If you want to move your data to a different account, you can — although the process is a little complicated. By Barbara Krasnoff, a reviews editor who manages how-tos. She’s worked as an editor and writer for almost 40 years. Previously, she was a senior reviews editor for Computerworld. Share this story I’m
Whether you’re someone who likes the theater of making a good cup of coffee or just need that first cup to get you through the morning, saving money is never a bad idea. And for just a little while longer, Peet’s is offering discounts on a number of its holiday gifts including mugs, coffee subscriptions, and
It took Netflix three and a half years to reach 1 million users after introducing its groundbreaking, web-driven DVDs-by-mail subscription service in 1999. That was quite an accomplishment, given that people buying into new technologies at that time were considered a niche audience of first adopters unafraid to live on the cutting edge. In the
Gone are the days when televisions were just used for watching movies or TV shows. These days, most people purchasing new TVs will have several other factors to consider, including whether the new TV will be compatible with their gaming setup. In recent years, we’ve seen an increase in the popularity of console gaming and
You know exercise is good for you, but it can be hard to stick to a workout routine if you’re confused about where to even begin. For example, maybe you dread the idea of exercising because you don’t know which workouts are worth doing, or whether you’re even doing them right. It’s helpful to have a