Fox wants to take over your TV — and the tech inside it
…Roku founder and CEO Anthony Wood, who will have a role at the combined company after the deal closes in 2027, echoed this idea, saying that the streaming platform would feature Fox…
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Now Google Gemini will create spreadsheets, PDFs and other files if you ask.
…Google says the feature is available to all Gemini users and is ready to create files in Workspace apps (Drive / Docs / Sheets) or “.pdf, .docx, .xlsx, .csv, LaTeX, Plain Text (TXT), Rich…
Asus and Xreal’s AR gaming glasses are up for preorder.
…2026, blends the features of Xreal’s other glasses with a unique design (and a fast 240Hz refresh rate), and includes an HDMI dock with purchase. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp…
Taylor Swift deepfakes are pushing scams on TikTok
…to a feature called TikTok Pay. In another, a fake Rihanna says “you literally just watch content and give your opinion.” It’s another example of how social platforms are struggling…
The best Qi2 batteries for iPhone and Pixel
…https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/268545_Best_MagSafe_battery_CFaulkner_0004.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2…
Lego is teasing a new Donkey Kong collaboration.
…The barrel-throwing gorilla was already featured in a Lego Super Mario expansion set, but could finally be getting his own entire theme. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites…
Fortnite’s Rock Band-like mode is getting support for mics and drums.
…The features launch on Thursday. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/04/fortnite-festival-mic-vocals-pro-drums.jpeg?quality=90&strip=all]
Google’s first smart speaker in six years arrives next week
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Gmail’s “Help me write” AI tool will draft emails that sound more like you.
Google says it’s rolling out a feature for its Help me write tool that lets it generate emails personalized to your tone and style. Depending on your prompt, Help me write…
Heart Machine’s Metroid-style action game is launching today on Nintendo Switch 2.
…also available on PC and PS5, and the game has received a permanent price drop on all platforms to $9.99. [Media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6dlrDk6rUU&feature=youtu.be]