Google’s taking a big swing at AI health with the Fitbit Air
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Less is more with the Oura Ring 5
…These were major updates over the Oura Ring Gen 3, both in terms of software and in terms of sensors. Meanwhile, the Ring 5 is mostly an aesthetic update. You can think…
Microsoft’s new Xbox chief starts making her mark
…Netflix co-CEO Greg Peters told The Information last month that he and Sharma had “kicked around ideas” for partnering on subscription bundles. While new Game Pass bundles could help grow subscription…
360-degree cameras have a new superpower
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This $1,500 robot cooks dinner while I work
…Fi/software update issue, and once because the touchscreen was just unresponsive. [Image: The large black top portion of the Posha contains a mechanized spice dispenser. https://platform.theverge.com/wp…
Google’s AI future demands trust — and your personal data
…apps 24/7, creating continually updated study guides, generating to-do lists based on meeting notes, and even automatically scanning monthly credit card statements for hidden subscription fees. But the connections to…
Nintendo is raising Switch 2 prices
…Switch Online subscriptions and uncapped pricing for playing cards also due to take effect on May 25th. In an announcement made alongside its financial earnings, Nintendo says these pricing updates are being…
Google adds Gemini AI-powered ‘auto browse’ to Chrome
…like research hotel and flight costs, schedule appointments, fill out online forms, manage subscriptions, and more. The update marks another expansion for Gemini in Chrome, which initially served as an AI assistant…
Ford’s new AI assistant can check your fuel levels and tire pressure
…https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/FordAIAssistantApp_16x9.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] Ford first announced its plans to introduce a chatbot earlier this year, alongside promises…
Mercedes’ first all-electric C-Class is its sportiest one yet
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