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Inside our months-long investigation into Kevin O’Leary’s Utah data center debacle

Today I’m talking with Josh Dzieza, a longtime features writer here at The Verge, about Kevin O’Leary’s plans to build a massive data center in…

The Verge · 5d ago

Amazon introduces new Kindle Paperwhite, Colorsoft and entry-level models

Amazon's new Kindle e-readers come with flat-surface displays and new colors.

HP's Omnibook 5 features an OLED screen and costs $699

It also lasts up to 42 hours on a single charge.

Neurable launches its newest brain-scanning headphones

Neurable is launching a new pair of EEG-equipped headphones to keep an eye on your brainwaves while you work, rest and play.

Amazon's latest Kindle accessories bring physical buttons back to its ereaders

BookTok will probably rejoice.

What’s the Best Kindle of 2026 (So Far)?

I’ve tested every single Kindle. Here’s how Amazon’s ebook readers stack up.

Amazon Kindle, Paperwhite, and Colorsoft 2026: Specs, Price, Release Date

Ahead of the Kindle’s 20th anniversary next year, Amazon is refreshing its entire range of e-readers with fresh colors, an aluminum build, and a new…

The Best Early Amazon Echo Deals (and the Worst) Ahead of Prime Big Deal Days

Amazon raised prices across its devices in August. Here are the early device deals ahead of Prime Day that are still worth it—and which aren’t.

2 Driverless Cars Crashed Going 155 mph. That Could Be a Good Thing

Only two of five vehicles finished the race around a notoriously difficult Formula 1 track, exposing what happens when autonomous systems meet blind…

Measles Is Forcing Hospitals to Adapt to a New Normal

The US resurgence of measles is forcing hospitals and health systems to adopt new protocols and procedures to deal with a disease they thought was in…

PS5 emulation is suddenly making big strides on PC

For a long time, PC gamers could access many PlayStation 5 games only if the publisher invested in a bespoke port (something Sony has recently said it…

Ars Technica · 5d ago

Best Gifts for Parents (and Their Babies): Bottle Washers, Prepared Meals, and More

If your friend is in the depths of newborn survival, these gifts and gadgets can go a long way to make parenting a little easier.

Best Wi-Fi Routers (2026): My Honest Picks After Testing 50+

Don’t suffer the buffer. These WIRED-tested home routers will deliver reliable internet across your home, whatever your needs or budget.

The Real Threat to the Midterms Is Regular Americans Thinking Violence Is the Answer

Robert A. Pape, a leading authority on political violence, wants Americans to understand that the threat is coming not from the fringes, but from the…

NASA squeezed Treasury, vibe coded, and broke the mold in bid to save Swift

An attempt to save NASA's $500 million Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory from dropping out of orbit fell short, but the behind-the-scenes machinations…

Ars Technica · 5d ago

Tractive Cat 6 Mini Review: A Fitbit for Your Cat

Cats are finally getting the dog treatment. This smart cat collar features GPS location, activity, and sleep tracking, plus all-new heart and…

Exclusive: Neurable’s First Brain-Scanning Headphones Want to Fine-Tune Your Focus

The company claims that its new device, the Neurable One, can keep you in the zone, calculate the best time to take a break, and tell you when your…

Madison Square Garden’s James Dolan Is Spending Big on New York’s Governor Race

James Dolan has put surveillance at the center of his sports and entertainment empire. Now he’s getting involved in GOP politics by backing a…