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The best stocking stuffers for $50 or less
When you don’t have a ton of space (or money) to spare, these gifts are clutch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Inappropriate apps rated as safe for children prevalent in the App Store, Tesla recalling 700,000 vehicles, and a Judge found NSO Group liable for attacks on WhatsApp
Inappropriate apps rated as safe for children are prevalent in the App Store,Tesla is recalling almost 700,000 vehicles, and a Judge found spyware-maker NSO Group liable for attacks on WhatsApp users. It's Monday, December 23rd and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
PornHub is breaking up with Florida
The Sunshine State won’t have access to the pornography giant starting January 1, 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Waymo's driverless cars are an insurance company's dream, Google using novices to fact-check Gemini's AI answers, and Apple is giving up on plans to turn the iPhone into a subscription
Waymo's driverless cars are apparently an insurance company's dream, Is Google using novices to fact-check Gemini's AI answers?, and Apple is giving up on plans to turn the iPhone into a subscription. It's Friday, December 20th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Elon Musk reportedly under federal review for undisclosed meetings with foreign leaders
Several employees allege that Musk and his company ducked and dodged reporting requirements to protect sensitive data since 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
YouTube is helping stars monetize their AI likenesses, California’s new gas-powered car sale ban given thumbs up, and Flipboard just launched Surf
YouTube is helping high-profile people monetize their AI likenesses, the EPA gave a thumbs up to California’s new gas-powered car sale ban, and Flipboard just launched Surf, which is sort of like an RSS feed for the open social web. It's Thursday, December 19th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
T-Mobile opens beta test signups for its Starlink satellite cell service
The test is slated to take place in early 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FTC bans hidden junk fees on tickets and short-term lodging purchases, Threads working on scheduled posts, and Apple Maps' Look Around is now available
The FTC banned hidden junk fees on tickets and short-term lodging purchases, Threads is working on scheduled posts, and Apple Maps' Look Around is now available on the web. It's Wednesday, December 18th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trump reportedly plans to reverse Biden’s EV policies
The president-elect has called climate change a “hoax” and courted fossil fuel execs in his campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Cambridge Analytica scandal lingers on for Meta, Waymo will test driverless cars in Tokyo, and new JWST images support planet formation
The Cambridge Analytica scandal lingers on for Meta, Waymo will test its driverless cars in Tokyo next year, and NASA’s new Webb telescope images support previously controversial findings about how planets form. It's Tuesday, December 17th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The FTC warns gamified job scams are on the rise
Be wary of job ads that ask you to like or rate videos or projects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Meta is now trying to stop OpenAI’s for-profit conversion, Rhode Islanders’ sensitive information may have been stolen by hackers, and Apple’s Magic Mouse may be getting a makeover
Meta is now trying to stop OpenAI’s for-profit conversion, Hackers may have stolen hundreds of thousands of Rhode Islanders’ sensitive information, and Apple’s Magic Mouse may be getting a big makeover soon. It's Monday, December 16th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Postal Service’s electric mail trucks plan falling far short of its goal
Defense contractor Oshkosh has only built 93 of the 3,000 planned electric vehicles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
AstroBot won Game of the Year, Reddit removed links to Luigi Mangione's manifesto, and Threads' take on Bluesky Starter Packs is live
AstroBot won Game of the Year, Reddit removed links to Luigi Mangione's manifesto, and Threads' take on Bluesky Starter Packs is live. It's Friday, December 13th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apple finally launches its multi-track recording tool for Voice Memos
It’s only available for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The US Supreme Court bailed on the NVIDIA case, Xbox previewed cloud streaming of games, and MasterClass On Call gives you on-demand access to AI facsimiles of its experts
The US Supreme Court bailed on the NVIDIA case, Xbox previewed cloud streaming of games you own on consoles, and MasterClass On Call gives you on-demand access to AI facsimiles of its experts. It's Thursday, December 12th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
You can now buy your next EV on Amazon
Amazon Autos is starting with Hyundai, though it will add more manufacturers and brands next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Judge rejects The Onion's bid for Infowars, GM ends support for Cruise robotaxis, and Monument Valley 3 is out today for your puzzling pleasure
Judge rejects The Onion's bid for Infowars, GM ends support for Cruise robotaxis, and Monument Valley 3 is out today for your puzzling pleasure. It's Wednesday, December 11th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Waymo announces it's expanding to Miami
The self-driving taxi service is sending Jaguar I-PACEs to the 305. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
New California bill would add warning labels to social media platforms, Musicians demand music labels drop their Internet Archive lawsuit, and Chinese regulators are investigating NVIDIA
A new California bill would add warning labels to social media platforms, Musicians demand music labels drop their Internet Archive lawsuit, and Chinese regulators are investigating NVIDIA for potential antitrust violations. It's Tuesday, December 10th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NASA delays Artemis II moon mission to April 2026
Astronauts won't return to the satellite's surface until 2027. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
X quickly removed Grok’s new ‘Aurora’ image generator, Apple sued for failing to implement tools that would detect CSAM in iCloud, and TikTok inches closer to a US ban
X added, then quickly removed, Grok’s new ‘Aurora’ image generator, Apple is being sued for failing to implement tools that would detect CSAM in iCloud, and TikTok inches closer to a US ban after judges shot down appeal. It's Monday, December 9th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rivian is now letting other EVs charge at its stations
EV makers are playing nicely together, at least on the charging front. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brazilian judge overturned a ruling against Apple, Waymo expanding to Miami, and Brendan Greene announced a handful of new games.
A Brazilian judge overturned a ruling that forced Apple to open up its Store, Waymo announced it's expanding to Miami, and PUBG creator Brendan Greene just announced a handful of new games. It's Friday, December 6th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Meta wants to use nuclear power for its data centers
The company wants to add between one and four gigawatts of nuclear energy capacity “starting in the early 2030s.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bitcoin breaks the $100,000 barrier for the first time, Peloton has a new audio-focused strength training app, and DeepMind's GenCast AI is really good at forecasting the weather
Bitcoin broke the $100,000 barrier for the first time, Peloton is introducing a new audio-focused strength training app, and DeepMind's GenCast AI is really good at forecasting the weather. It's Thursday, December 5th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why Firing Pat Gelsinger doesn't solve Intel’s problems
You can’t pin 20 years of bad decisions on one scapegoat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
China banned certain metal exports, Spotify Wrapped includes an AI-hosted podcasts, and a new startup wants to be your AI-powered boxing coach
China has banned certain metal exports in retaliation to the US chip restrictions, this year’s Spotify Wrapped includes an AI-hosted podcast discussing your listening habits, and a new startup wants to be your AI-powered boxing coach. It's Wednesday, December 4th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
US representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is the first Bluesky user with a million followers
The congresswoman has been active on the platform since early 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Amazon workers on strike for Black Friday
There were also demonstrations planned for 20 countries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Elon Musk suing to stop OpenAI from becoming a for-profit, Bluesky implemented a 'more aggressive' impersonation policy, and Russia arrests ransomware attacker Wazawaka
Elon Musk asks a court to stop OpenAI from becoming a for-profit,Bluesky implements a 'more aggressive' impersonation policy, and Russia arrests ransomware attacker Wazawaka. It's Monday, December 2nd and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
X says The Onion can’t have Alex Jones’ Infowars accounts
A new court filing claims X’s TOS prevent the sale of accounts without consent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chinese ship deliberately cut undersea data cables, Bluesky has a verification problem, and Australia will ban social media for under 16s
Investigators say a Chinese ship deliberately cut undersea data cables, Bluesky has a verification problem, and Australia is one step away from banning social media for under 16s. It's Friday, November 29th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The 6 best gifts for remote workers
Make their home office environment more comfortable with these gadgets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The 8 best gifts for music lovers
From synths to books, here’s a few things to keep the musician in your life creating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Intel’s CHIPS Act funding will be cut, Rivian will receive a multi-billion loan, and X says The Onion can’t have Alex Jones’ Infowars accounts
Intel’s CHIPS Act funding will be cut by over $600 million, Rivian will receive a multi-billion loan to open its plant in Georgia, and X says The Onion can’t have Alex Jones’ Infowars accounts. It's Wednesday, November 27th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The 8 best gifts under $25
Keep things simple, and affordable, with these unique gift ideas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NVIDIA's AI model Fugatto creates audio from text prompts, Sony may be developing a new portable console, and Spotify will now save your listening history for up to 90 days
NVIDIA's new AI model Fugatto can create audio from text prompts', Sony is reportedly developing a new portable console, and Spotify will now save your listening history for up to 90 days. It's Tuesday, November 26th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The New York Times says OpenAI deleted evidence in its copyright lawsuit
Most of it has been recovered but key parts showing the AI’s pattern of plagiarism is still missing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Snap calls New Mexico's child safety complaint a 'sensationalist lawsuit', Anthropic will use AWS AI chips, and Apple is changing how MacBook Pro speakers are replaced
Snap calls New Mexico's child safety complaint a 'sensationalist lawsuit', Anthropic will use AWS AI chips after $4 billion Amazon investment, and Apple is changing how MacBook Pro speakers are replaced and it could make repairs cheaper. It's Monday, November 25th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
X adds Twitch to its advertising boycott lawsuit
The game streaming site is the latest company that X is suing for pulling ads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Neuralink will begin human trials in Canada, NYTimes says OpenAI deleted evidence in its copyright lawsuit, and Chemists have created the world's thinnest spaghetti
Neuralink gets approval to start human trials in Canada, The New York Times says OpenAI deleted evidence in its copyright lawsuit, and Chemists have created the world's thinnest spaghetti. It has a medical use. It's Thursday, November 22nd and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Meta wants its Llama AI in Britain’s public healthcare system
A company hackathon asked developers to apply its Llama AI to health care issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Itch.io marketplace requires creators to disclose use of generative AI, DoJ confirms that it wants Google to sell off Chrome, and Threads rolls out its custom feeds tool
Itch.io marketplace now requires asset creators to disclose their use of generative AI, Department of Justice confirms that it wants Google to sell off Chrome, and Threads rolls out its custom feeds tool after a quick testing phase. It's Thursday, November 21st and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The UK approves Google's $2 billion investment in Anthropic
It had been held up pending an initial probe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Meta wants its Llama AI in Britain’s public healthcare system, OpenAI will pay DotDash Meredith, and Uber’s new XXL rides will have extra room for your big-ass suitcase
Meta wants its Llama AI in Britain’s public healthcare system, OpenAI will pay DotDash Meredith to license its content, and Uber’s new XXL rides will have extra room for your big-ass suitcase. It's Wednesday, November 20th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The EU publishes the first draft of regulatory guidance for general purpose AI models
The AI Act guidelines cover transparency, copyright and risk assessment along with technical and governance risk mitigation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2 Baltic Sea comms cables have been knocked offline, America’s ‘news influencers’ skew conservative, and El Capitan now most powerful supercomputer
Two Baltic Sea communications cables have been knocked offline, America’s ‘news influencers’ skew conservative, and El Capitan ranked the most powerful supercomputer in the world. It's Tuesday, November 19th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
X sues California over deceptive AI-made election content ban
The state calls it election disinformation. X calls it censorship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bluesky won’t train AI on your posts, Reporters Without Borders is pressing charges against X, and The Onion won the auction for Infowars and given ‘clear next steps to complete the sale.’
Bluesky says it won’t train AI on your posts, Reporters Without Borders says it’s pressing charges against X, and The Onion won the auction for Infowars and was given ‘clear next steps to complete the sale.’ It's Monday, November 18th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices