The Verge's Installer No. 86 highlights new iPhone camera app Camera, Mario Kart World for Switch 2, a Steve Ballmer interview, Razer's Phantom Collection, and Poolsuite app updates. It also features reviews of the movie 'Good Night, and Good Luck' live broadcast, 'Ballerina', and Cory Doctorow's interview on...
Microsoft's Xbox PC app is displaying Xbox console games in users' libraries, though they are not currently playable. This isn't considered a bug but a step towards Microsoft's plan to unify its Xbox and Windows stores, creating a universal game library. This involves integrating Steam and Epic Games Store...
Bill Atkinson, the Apple software engineer who revolutionized computing with QuickDraw, passed away at 74. QuickDraw, a foundational software layer for the Lisa and Macintosh, enabled the intuitive graphical user interface featuring pull-down menus and double-clicking. His innovations made computers accessible to millions, shaping the modern computing experience....
Google's new "Battery health assistance" feature, initially for the Pixel 9a, manages battery voltage and charging speed to extend lifespan. This helps maintain battery health over 1000 charge cycles, though users will see slight runtime decreases. While initially mandatory on the Pixel 9a, older Pixels will get it...
NASA has delayed the next Starliner spacecraft flight to 2026, postponing a crucial milestone for the Boeing-built vehicle intended as a backup to SpaceX's Dragon capsule. The agency initially targeted a launch by year's end, but engine issues and a failed 2024 test flight requiring SpaceX to rescue astronauts...
Elon Musk threatened to decommission SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft, a crucial part of NASA's cargo and crew missions, including the Artemis program. This sparked concerns among space experts, as SpaceX is currently the sole US provider of crew transportation to the ISS. While Musk later retracted the threat, the...
Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses are on sale for Father's Day, offering a stylish and practical gift. Currently discounted by approximately $61 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, these smart glasses boast a 12MP camera, 1080p video recording, hands-free functionality, and excellent call quality. New AI features enhance usability,...
The Nintendo Switch 2 launched in the US on June 5th, priced at $450. Online stock quickly sold out at major retailers like Walmart and Target, but in-store availability proved more successful for some buyers. Engadget staff reported success finding consoles at Target and GameStop locations. While online...
Google's Gemini app now offers "scheduled actions," allowing users to automate tasks and receive personalized updates. Users can schedule single or recurring tasks, such as daily blog idea generation or weekly sports updates. This feature, rolling out to Google AI Pro/Ultra subscribers and qualifying Workspace users, aims to...
Apple is set to unveil major design overhauls for its core apps at next week's WWDC, according to Bloomberg. The Phone app will gain a new, scrollable view for contacts and calls, while Safari gets a more transparent address bar. The Camera app will be simplified, and the...
