The future of Google is a search box that does everything
…Gemini is getting a bunch of upgrades and features, too. It can send you a “Daily Brief” that tells you about your day based on information from across your Google apps, like…
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Pragmata is just okay, but it could’ve been great
…You’re constantly getting materials that let you upgrade Hugh’s suit and weapons, which lets you focus on your own particular playstyle. I really liked throwing a holographic decoy that would…
Buying Guides
…Dec 19, 2025 The best Garmin watches for training and everyday life Victoria Song Dec 17, 2025 Brandon Russell Dec 16, 2025 Looking to upgrade your Android phone? We just updated our…
Amazon Alexa
…Now Prime members with older Echoes can get Alexa Plus by saying “Alexa, upgrade.” The only question is, is it really an upgrade ? Jennifer Pattison Tuohy Dec 18, 2025 Alexa Plus can…
Apple Rumors
…around its weight, features, and OLED display. Apple’s Planned Foldable iPad With 18-inch Screen Hits Development Snags [ Bloomberg ] MacBook Pro rumor points to OLED, touchscreen upgrades next year Richard Lawler…
Walmart is updating its 4K streaming box with Gemini and Matter support
The new Onn 4K Pro could make it easier to search for something to watch using Google’s upgraded assistant.
Google Assistant
…But if your watch doesn’t have Assistant already, you’re not getting the Gemini upgrade. Google Gemini on Wear OS widely rolling out [ 9to5google.com ] Thomas Ricker Jul 24, 2025 Improved…
Mercedes-Benz
…Hawkins Apr 3 Mercedes temporarily scraps its Level 3 ‘eyes-off’ driving feature Andrew J. Hawkins Jan 13 Mercedes-Benz discontinues feature that syncs music to driving Andrew J. Hawkins Dec 17…
Movie Review
…accelerationists alike Focus Features’ new documentary about gen AI suffers from having too much access and not enough thought. Charles Pulliam-Moore Mar 6 You need to watch the intensely surreal cult…
The most exciting laptop I’ve seen in forever
…What are you reading / watching / playing / listening to / dipping in hummus this week? Tell me everything: installer@theverge.com. And if you know someone else who might enjoy Installer, forward it to…