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Photo by Edie Leong for The Washington Post via Getty Images Tesla is reducing the subscription fee for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) driver-assist software in a reflection of the company’s continuing financial hardships. The company slashed the price to $99 / month, down from $199 where it has been since at least 2021.Tesla announced the price adjustment in a post on X, in which it described the Level 2 driver-assist system as “FSD (Supervised)” — a name tweak that’s

The Pokémon Company Japanese police arrested a man after finding evidence that he illegally tampered with save data for the Nintendo Switch games Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, which he used to create custom characters that he sold on an online gaming marketplace.According to machine translations of stories at NHK and the Asahi Shimbun, the Kochi Prefectural police arrested 36-year-old Yoshihiro Yamakawa on April 9th after cyber patrol officers caught him selling the characters online

Paramount Plus Season 3 of Paramount Plus’ Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is still in production, but the streamer has already decided to renew the series. Unfortunately, the same can’t be said of Star Trek: Lower Decks, which is coming to an end.
Paramount Plus announced today that Star Trek: Strange New Worlds will be back for a fourth season following the premiere of its third sometime in 2025, and Star Wars: Lower Deck’s upcoming fifth season will be the series’ finale

Prytania Media The grim cadence of video game layoffs continues apace, but this latest news comes with a strange twist. Prytania Media has shut down studio Possibility Space effective immediately. In an email to employees reproduced on social media by Polygon reporter Nicole Carpenter, Jeff Strain, Prytania’s co-founder, seemingly attributed the closure to an as-yet unpublished article from Kotaku reporter Ethan Gach.
Strain wrote that he received questions from Gach regarding an upcoming

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I failed converting Wes to K-pop, but we agreed that Cowboy Carter slaps. | Screenshot: Victoria Song / The Verge The inside of an Apple Vision Pro is a lonely place to be. My spouse and I can’t watch movies together. It’s hard to describe what the world looks like in there to curious friends. Even if I’m standing next to you, even if there’s a ghostly projection of my eyes on the front display — there’s a barrier between me and you.Unless you also have a Visi

So you want to connect an Xbox controller to your PC? Allow me to help.Plenty of PC games on Steam, or any other gaming marketplace, natively allow for controller support. Heck, some games are even better that way. The only problem is that there are a few different ways to connect an Xbox controller to a PC — and it can be a little tough to know which way is best. Here's how it works.SEE ALSO:An Xbox AI chatbot is in the works. Here's what it can do.
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The Pixel 8 and the Pixel 8 Pro devices dropped last October, but budget-friendly Google fans have been wondering whether a Pixel 8a is in the works.Well, if you've been sitting on the edge of your seat for news regarding the Pixel 8a, we've got a great scoop for you. The Google Pixel 8a, according to an exclusive from AndroidHeadlines, is reportedly coming in four new colors.Google Pixel 8a colorsFor context, the current Pixel 7a comes in the following colors: Sea, Charcoal, Snow and Coral.Goog

If you're into sports, you've likely heard "What's up, brother?" on your feed. And you might've heard it from one of your favorite athletes, like Luka Doncic, or a middle-aged GM of the Tampa Bay Bucs.You'd be forgiven if you have zero idea what's going on with that. TL;DR: It's referencing a streamer named Sketch, who has become wildly popular in sports. He's a video game streamer with a very specific style — an alter ego, really — and a bevy of catchphrases, like the aforementioned

It's only been 6 months since Apple launched its first line of Macs and MacBooks powered by the new M3 chip. The MacBook Air M3 models just started shipping last month. Some desktop models haven't even received the M3 chip upgrade yet.But rumblings about Apple's next generation of its Silicon chipset, the M4, have begun.SEE ALSO:Vulnerability found in Apple's Silicon M-series chips – and it can't be patched
According to Apple insider Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, Apple is already readying prod

It wasn’t our favorite fitness tracker at $150, but the Fitbit Charge 5 is a looker at $75. | Image: Fitbit With nearly a third of 2024 behind us now, you might think it’s out of season to talk about resolutions and fitness goals. But for me, the renewal of the Earth’s vegetation and the prospect of pool parties encourages me to get out and move after a cold, muggy winter. If the same is true for you, a fitness tracker can be a great motivator that can help you chart your progr

Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Microsoft says it’s starting to test ads inside the Start menu on Windows 11. The software maker will use the Recommended section of the Start menu, which usually shows file recommendations, to suggest apps from the Microsoft Store.
“This will appear only for Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel in the US and will not apply to commercial devices (devices managed by organizations),” says Microsoft in a blog post.The app promotions can be d

Cath Virginia / The Verge | Photos from Getty Images After three failed attempts and a heated floor debate, the House voted on Friday to reauthorize a controversial program that lets US intelligence agencies spy on foreign communications without a warrant. The bill ultimately passed 273–147.Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is scheduled by statute to expire on April 19th, though the FISA court recently granted a government request that would have authorized the progr

Image: Nick Barclay / The Verge Could lossless streaming on Spotify actually be happening this time? We’ve been through so many twists and turns with this saga already, but there’s new cause for hope. Code snippets in recent builds of Spotify for Android yet again tease the possibility of the company’s long-delayed lossless audio coming in the near future.
After originally being known three years ago as “Spotify HiFi” and then rumored to be part of a more expensive

It's not easy to figure out how to screenshot on Android. Which buttons do you press? Plus, there are many phones across the Android landscape, so there are various ways to screenshot, depending on your device.Still, whether you have a Samsung Galaxy S series phone or a Google Pixel device, we've got easy step-by-step instructions on how to screenshot on Android.SEE ALSO:Google updated its 'Find My Device' Android network: 5 new things it can do
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Photo illustration by Cath Virginia / The Verge | Photo by Philip Pacheco, Getty Images Do you think a judge will make Google allow an Android version of the Epic Games Store to live inside its own Google Play Store, let the Epic Games Store have access to every app inside Google Play, and let Android users begin sideloading apps with a single tap? Because Epic’s asking for those and a whole lot more in the aftermath of Epic v. Google.
On December 11th, Epic won a surprise victory against

Well, hello there, Ghoul. | Image: Bethesda Softworks The new Amazon adaptation of Fallout is excellent, nailing the goofy yet grim vibe of the series, all while telling a new story. It’s so good, in fact, that after the eight episodes were over, I was left with a strong urge to head back into the wasteland. But where to start? An open-world RPG like Fallout 4 felt like too much of a commitment (even with a next-gen update on the way), so I turned to something simpler: the mobile strategy

Image: The Verge Roku says it found another cyberattack on Friday that affected 576,000 users. This is the second breach to affect the company since March.
Roku says the attackers used the login information of account holders, a technique called credential stuffing, to gain access to the streaming service and the payment methods of some users. The hackers were then able to use partial credit card numbers from “about 400 cases” to make unauthorized purchases for subscriptions to strea

Image: Android Headlines We’re a month out from Google I/O, where the company will likely announce its new Pixel 8A phone. At this point, there have already been plenty of renders and even some real-world shots. And now, courtesy of Android Headlines, it appears official marketing images of the device have leaked.
If accurate, they show that Google plans to offer the Pixel 8A in four colors: black, porcelain, blue, and a very vibrant green. It’s certainly more saturated than the subd

PRE-ORDER NOW: As of April 12, you can pre-order Star Wars Outlaws on Xbox and PlayStation 5. Opens in a new windowCredit: AmazonStar Wars Outlaws (PlayStation 5) at Amazon Pre-Order HereOpens in a new windowCredit: AmazonStar Wars Outlaws (Xbox) Pre-Order HereLooking for a new opportunity to jump into the world of Star Wars in video game form? There's a new game in town, and it's set to debut this fall. Star Wars Outlaws is a new adventure from Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft that's set betwe

If you're an avid Walmart shopper, you'll probably want to consider signing up for Walmart+. We know that having to sign up for yet another membership service sounds like a pain, but it may be worth it for you (don't worry, we'll tell you why).SEE ALSO:Our favorite tech gifts: Treat yourself to a new toy with that tax return money
You'll especially want to consider snagging a membership before July 2, because Walmart+ is offering a few special, limited-time benefits until then, including free su

SAVE 29%: Today, April 12, the Eufy L60 robot vacuum is on sale for $199.99 at Amazon. With a regular list price of $279.99, today's limited-time deal saves you $80. Opens in a new windowCredit: eufyEufy L60 Robot Vacuum$199.99 at Amazon $279.99 Save $80.00Get DealNo matter how much we love our fur babies, cleaning up their messes can be a tedious chore, especially if they're prone to shedding. A robot vacuum can save you precious time and energy and help keep your home tidy even when you're awa

Private messages on dating apps often don't stay private. Screenshotting a conversation with a match and showing your friends — or strangers on social media — is common. Such is the case from this Hinge message an X (formerly Twitter) user @bjorksunibrow posted this week: Tweet may have been deleted"Heyyy thanks for checking in, would you mind if we put a pin in those plans for now?" the message reads. "Full transparency: I kind of met someone yesterday that I wasn't expecting t

Folks who love iPhones, but don't want to spend $1,000 on their next one, got some good news on Thursday.Freelance coder Nguyen Phi Hung (spotted via Phone Arena) posted a bundle of purported iPhone SE 4 specs this week on X. The basic gist is that the new budget iPhone, which would follow up the 2022 iPhone SE model, borrows a lot of physical features from the iPhone 13 and iPhone XR. SEE ALSO:iPhone users in 92 countries received a spyware attack alert
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A 20-foot chunk of Newport, Rhode Island’s beloved Cliff Walk broke off and dove into the depths of the ocean in a significant landslide and partial collapse, pictured on March 4th, 2022. | Photo by Jonathan Wiggs / The Boston Globe via Getty Images The US Department of Transportation (USDOT) is doling out nearly $830 million in grants to 80 different projects aimed at strengthening US infrastructure against climate change.The funding will fan out over 39 states and territories to projects

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Google is piloting removing links to California news websites for a small percentage of users. | Illustration: The Verge Google says it will start removing links to California news websites in a “short term test for a small percentage of California users.” The move is in response to the pending California Journalism Preservation Act (CJPA), which would require Google to pay a fee for linking Californians to news articles.“If passed, CJPA may result in significant changes to the

This isn't a judgment, more of an observation: Challengers has come to leave you ragged. The first time I watched Luca Guadagnino's Challengers, I was so overwhelmed by its titillating sexual tension and exhilarating interpersonal drama that I struggled to find the words to describe it. The second time, I was very aware of the audience members around me who were audibly shocked and awed by the sweaty game this love-triangle drama plays. Some clucked, metaphorically clutching pearls, wh

ChatGPT is getting an upgrade with OpenAI's most advanced large language model.On Thursday evening, OpenAI shared on X that GPT-4 Turbo will now power paid versions of ChatGPT. That includes ChatGPT Plus, Team, and Enterprise users. Tweet may have been deletedGPT-4 Turbo was announced last November as an updated version of GPT-4. Previously it was only available to developers, but now paying ChatGPT users can experience the updates for themselves. OpenAI says GPT-4 Turbo has improved writing, ma

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$100 OFF: On April 12, as of 11 a.m. EST, you can get the Samsung Music Frame for just $299.99, down from $399.99 at Best Buy. That's a 25% discount or $100 off. Opens in a new windowCredit: Samsung Samsung Music Frame$299.99 at Best Buy$399.99 Save $100.00Get DealJust in case you haven't heard, Best Buy is having a crazy sale called Best Buy Drops. Daily deals are set to happen during the sale at a specific time each day. All you have to do is download the app, find the items you're interested

Photo by Sean O’Kane / The Verge The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating an incident involving Ford’s hands-free driver-assist system after a Mustang Mach-E driver crashed into another vehicle in Texas, killing the occupant. A second fatal crash involving a Mach-E took place in Philadelphia, although it’s not known whether the driver-assist system played a role. Both crashes involved Mach-Es crashing into stationary vehicles.The first incident took place at 9:

Image: Western Digital It wasn’t that long ago when we were impressed by a 400GB microSD card, but now, Western Digital is showing off a full-size SD card with 10 times the storage capacity. The new SanDisk Extreme Pro 4TB SD card is designed for cameras and laptops, and it’s the first time we’ve seen this storage size on an SD card.While Western Digital is previewing its four-terabyte SD card at the NAB Show this week, it won’t actually be available until 2025. AnandTech

Dutch ebike maker VanMoof has begun selling ebikes on its own website once more, following an almost year-long hiatus after it went bankrupt in July last year.   The models on offer are refreshed versions of the S5 and A5, which were first released in 2022. Although the upgraded ebikes look exactly the same, they’ve been re-engineered in almost every aspect, says the company’s co-CEO Eliott Wertheimer. While this is just the beginning of VanMoof’s lengthy relaunch, t

Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge China has plans to force foreign-made chips out of its telecom systems, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal. The country’s officials reportedly told its telecom providers to replace foreign chips, such as those made by Intel and AMD, by 2027.
Under the order from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, telecom providers will have to check their networks for any foreign-made chips and then create a timeline for th

SAVE $20: As of April 12, the Apple HomePod Mini is just $79.99 at Best Buy. That's a discount of 20%.Opens in a new windowCredit: Best BuyApple HomePod Mini $79.99 at Best Buy $99.99 Save $20.00Get DealA great Bluetooth speaker is essential if you like listening to your favorite tunes and podcasts without committing to a pricey stereo system. There are tons of great choices out there, including the adorable Apple HomePod Mini. This diminutive version of the larger Apple HomePod is not only more

Image: Nintendo In 2015, Nintendo released Super Mario Maker for the Wii U, a game that allowed players to make and share their own 2D Mario levels. In 2021, the company ended the ability to upload courses, the game having been eclipsed by its sequel on the Switch. But in January 2024, Nintendo announced an end to all online services for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS games on April 8th. For Super Mario Maker, that meant the millions of player-made levels would be unceremoniously shuttered.
Or at least,