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Pixel 10 and Pro Fold hands-on: updates you can’t see
The Verge· 2025-08-20 16:00
[Music] So, these phones might look familiar. They look a lot like last year's phones. I'm talking about the Pixel 10, the Pixel 10 Pro, the 10 Pro XL, and the 10 Pro Fold.But there's actually a lot to talk about, even if you can't really see the difference from the outside. Some of the changes are like Gemini updates that are just floating around the UI and one of them is inside the phone. So, we definitely didn't see that.They might be look alikes from the outside, but hang tight cuz we have a lot to talk ...
Pixel Watch 4 hands-on: Can Google take the lead in wearables?
The Verge· 2025-08-20 16:00
Hardware & Design - The Pixel Watch 4 features a new domed display called Actua 360, with 15% thinner bezels resulting in approximately 10% more active screen area [3][4] - Display brightness has increased by 50% to a maximum of 3,000 nits [4] - A new side-charging design is introduced, although it's the third proprietary charger in four years, it functions as a desk or nightstand display [6][7] Battery & Repairability - Battery life is estimated at up to 30 hours for the 41mm watch and 40 hours for the 45mm watch [7] - Battery saver mode extends battery life up to 2 days on the smaller watch and 3 days on the larger one [8] - The Pixel Watch 4's display and battery are now designed for easier repair and replacement, using standard screws [9] Software & AI Features - Material 3 Expressive on Wear OS 6 is optimized for the circular display, emphasizing glanceable information [5] - Gemini is integrated into the Pixel Watch 4, powered by a new Snapdragon W5 Gen 2 co-processor for enhanced AI capabilities [11] - Contextual smart replies are expanded beyond yes/no answers and are supported in third-party apps [12] - Standalone SOS satellite communications for emergencies will be available without an extra subscription cost [13][14] - Dual-frequency GPS and improved activity recognition are included, with a personal AI health coach coming in October [14] Pricing & Market Positioning - The price remains the same as the previous year, starting at $34999 for the 41mm and $399 for the 45mm [15] - Google is positioning itself as a leader in the smartwatch space by introducing first-to-market features like Satellite SOS and focusing on repairability [2][16][17]
Former CEO of iRobot, Colin Angle, joins The Vergecast, to discuss what the ideal home robot is.
The Verge· 2025-08-19 15:01
Customer Adoption of Technology - Initial customer trust in technology is not immediate [2] - The gap between technological ease and customer desires creates barriers to acceptance [2] - A gradual approach to technology adoption is more effective than immediate full integration [1] - Earning customer trust through successful performance is crucial for wider adoption [1] Product Development Strategy - The initial vision of a "perfect" product may not align with actual customer needs [1] - A successful product earns trust by performing specific tasks well before expanding its functionality [1]
Grant Erickson explains why Apple's adoption of the smart home protocol makes sense. #Vergecast
The Verge· 2025-08-19 14:00
IoT Connectivity Challenges - Bluetooth's limitations in range and lack of network capabilities hinder seamless in-home IoT experiences, especially for devices like door locks [1][2] - The absence of repeaters or routers in Bluetooth networks creates connectivity dead zones, impacting user experience [2] Thread as a Solution - Thread technology offers a meshed network solution, enabling devices like HomePod to act as intermediaries, extending connectivity range [3] - Thread facilitates communication between devices that are otherwise too far apart, improving the reliability of HomeKit [3][4] - Integrating Thread into HomeKit allows for expansion and addresses customer experience issues related to device connectivity [4] HomeKit and Thread Integration - HomeKit's existing IP-based cloud component made the adaptation to Thread relatively straightforward [5] - Thread enables devices like Nest Protect to participate in the network, further enhancing connectivity and coverage [4]
Vibe coding with GPT-5. #Vergecast
The Verge· 2025-08-15 15:25
Look, it made a chess board. Can you see this. It made a chess board and it worked.I'm like, "Hey, this is pretty good. This is not so bad." So then I go back to it and I'm like, "All right, not bad." But it's from white's point of view and I'm I'm learning black openings. And so, you know, if I'm playing chess online or in person, like the black side is going to be near me. And so I I want to see it from black's perspective.So I'm like, "Hey, Chachd, can you flip the board?" But I'm going to show you what ...
I tried Antigravity, the first drone from Insta360. #TITW
The Verge· 2025-08-14 13:00
Product Overview - Insta3 is developing the anti-gravity A1, a drone featuring an 8K omnidirectional camera [2] - The A1 drone includes goggles for a cockpit view, offering a unique flying experience [2] - The drone has folding arms, swappable batteries, and automatic landing gear, similar to DJI Mini [3] Technical Specifications & Performance - The A1 drone can film in 8K30 and 5.7K60 modes and weighs under 250 grams [4] - Image quality and wireless range are areas needing improvement in the prototype, with potential smearing and artifacts in live view and recorded footage [3] - Awkward stitching may occur when flying the drone at eye level [3] Market & Sales - Insta3 plans to sell the A1 in the US, despite the DJI crackdown [4] - The A1 drone, including goggles and controller, is expected to cost $1,500, subject to potential tariff impacts [4] - Insta3 anticipates shipping the A1 drone in January 2026 [4] Features - The drone has a payload detection mode that automatically forces the drone to land if a package is detected [4]
Stick your Switch 2 anywhere and strap things to it? #TITW
The Verge· 2025-08-13 16:47
Product Innovation - Mechanism has released a new kickstand for handheld devices, improving upon the previous version by changing the direction in which it pops off [2] - A minimalist Nintendo Switch 2 grip is now available for purchase or printing, compatible with the official dock and other adapters [2] - A $12 strap mount is introduced, suitable for various applications beyond gaming, such as battery mount, cord management, and camera filming [3] Product Features - The strap mount features a detachable watch strap and magnetic panel for easy orientation changes [4] - The strap mount is considered the best mount for the company's sling bag [4]
Permanent outdoor smart lighting: yay or nay? #Vergecast
The Verge· 2025-08-13 15:58
But I have definitely restrained from the permanent outdoor lighting thing that everyone's doing on the houses. Yeah, me too. Uh I think GOI and Nanoleaf all have those.GE Sync I think also has an option there and I just can't get into that. It just seems like a bit too much for me. Yeah, I look at that as like I look at smart fridges, right.My house is going to be there forever. This technology is going to be outdated in five or six years probably. So, do I really want to invest the time to install somethi ...
How a longtime customer turned Insteon’s lights back on. #Vergecast
The Verge· 2025-08-12 14:00
It still amazes me that you can be on the beach on a cell phone and buying a company. And I said, you know, everyone I'm losing customers every day because their hubs are turned off. So I talked to the team and they said, "Yeah, we know exactly what to do. We can have them turned on tomorrow." So I actually decided to just bite the bullet and turn the hubs on.And that was on a Tuesday. The lights all turned green and the social media started lighting up. Oh my gosh, is yours on.Mine's on. Oh, this is great. ...
How AI-generated bedtime stories helped me sleep. Presented by @salesforce
The Verge· 2025-08-10 14:00
For a while, I was just like really struggling to fall asleep. So, my spouse actually was just asking AI to generate bedtime stories for me like I was a child. That's adorable. Just like based on our family. So, like they generated a story about my cat Pey becoming a cult leader and how Pablo, our other cat, brought upon his downfall. And I don't know what prompt they used, but it was like kind of good. What is a cat if not a cult leader where they like you do their bidding, they're a little bit evil? Yeah. ...