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Tesla launched its hotly anticipated robotaxi service in Austin, Texas this past weekend. #Vergecast
The Verge· 2025-06-25 14:12
Tesla finally did the damn thing. The company launched its hotly anticipated robotaxi service in Austin, Texas this past weekend. Here’s how it went. ...
This is an Xbox-branded Meta Quest 3S, which you can buy today in the US and UK.
The Verge· 2025-06-24 13:00
Product Launch - Meta and Microsoft partnered to release a limited edition Meta Quest 3S Xbox edition VR headset for $399 [1] - The VR headset features Xbox green and carbon black styling, mirroring Microsoft consoles [1] - The bundle includes a custom-look Xbox controller and matching Touch Plus controllers [1] - The headset launches directly into the Xbox app, enabling streaming of Xbox games with a Game Pass Ultimate subscription [2] - Users can play Xbox games on a 26 ft (approximately 7.92 meters) virtual display [2] Market Availability - The limited edition Xbox VR headset is available for sale in the US and the UK [2]
Meta has hinted at bringing ads to WhatsApp for years, and now they’re finally here. #vergecast
The Verge· 2025-06-22 14:00
WhatsApp is officially getting ads. There are going to be ads in the the status sort of story screens that I sincerely believe no one ever looks at. There are going to be promoted channels in the channels interface.So, notably, the place that ads are not is in your chats. But this feels to me like maybe not the beginning of the end of WhatsApp, but the beginning of a very different WhatsApp. The founders famously never wanted ads in the app.Like they had just watched Fight Club. They were like kind of like ...
WTF is Trump Mobile? #Vergecast
The Verge· 2025-06-21 14:00
There is a phone. It's called the Trump mobile T1 phone 802. A fact that gives me a great number of questions.And then there is Trump mobile, the wireless carrier. Dom, what did the Trump organization actually launch this week. So, there's two parts to this.There's a network Trump mobile uh which is offering a single plan called the 47 plan. They are an MVNOS. They're just kind of piggybacking on T-Mobile coverage.But then they also wanted to have a phone because you know you can't have Trump mobile without ...
The new lineup starts at $399 and captures 3K video.
The Verge· 2025-06-20 14:50
Oakley x Meta collaboration smart glasses just got announced and they’re claiming longer battery life, higher resolution camera, and water resistance. There are actually 5 frame options; warm grey, brown smoke, black, clear, and black with clear lens Subscribe: http://goo.gl/G5RXGs Like The Verge on Facebook: https://goo.gl/2P1aGc Follow on Twitter: https://goo.gl/XTWX61 Follow on Instagram: https://goo.gl/7ZeLvX Follow on TikTok: http://bit.ly/42VeCVU Watch The Vergecast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/40RFRkg ...
The Switch 2 doesn't support fancy webcams, but this USB-C endoscope totally works!
The Verge· 2025-06-20 14:01
Ever use a Nintendo Switch to check your teeth before a date. Or find your kids lost toys under the couch. Today I'm toying with a springy snake light camera that can do those things.A USB endoscope. This one's an utterly cheap $10 model I bought off Amazon. One that just so happens to work with the Nintendo Switch 2's webcam feature or your Android phone.Its sensor and light just aren't strong enough to say see my dishwasher at work. But it's good enough to inspect my walls, check the connectors behind my ...
Truth, lies, and the Trump Phone | The Vergecast
The Verge· 2025-06-20 12:39
Mobile Network Operator (MVNO) & Market Trends - Starting a wireless carrier is easier than one might think, but fulfilling all promises of Trump Mobile at the stated price and schedule seems nearly impossible [1] - The podcast discusses MVNOs and market trends, exploring why everyone desires to be a wireless carrier and the requirements for success [1] - The potential and challenges of MVNOs are examined [1] Technology & Streaming - The discussion covers the end of traditional television and the takeover by streaming services [1] - The rise of YouTube and other streaming platforms is highlighted [1] - The decline of cable and broadcast TV is analyzed [1] - Meta's video strategy is discussed [1] - The tech industry's obsession with AI and videos is mentioned [1] Other Tech News - Brief FCC news is shared [1] - The state of Siri and Apple's AI challenges are checked [1] - WhatsApp's new ad strategy is examined [1] - Reddit's controversial ad changes are noted [1] - Threads and the Fediverse are discussed [1] - A review of the Framework Laptop 12 is provided [1]
Xbox’s new handheld looks pretty good. #Vergecast
The Verge· 2025-06-18 19:18
Product & Technology - A new Xbox handheld console, potentially named "Xbox ROG Ally X" (or similar), is being developed [1][2][3] - The new handheld console offers an improved gaming experience compared to the original ROG Ally, particularly with "Gears of War Reloaded" [2] - The device aims to provide a seamless Game Pass experience, eliminating the need for extensive configuration [3] Market & Competitive Landscape - Microsoft is releasing another remaster of "Gears of War" [1] - "Gears of War Reloaded" is available on various platforms, including Xbox, PlayStation, PC, and handheld devices like ROG Ally [1] - The new Xbox handheld is positioned as a potential "day one" purchase for gamers seeking a dedicated Game Pass device [3]
The Switch 2 is both everything we wanted… and somehow still a little underwhelming. #vergecast
The Verge· 2025-06-18 16:57
Performance Improvement - The new Switch significantly improves game performance, addressing previous limitations [2][4] - Games run beautifully on the new Switch, even those that struggled on the original [2] - The new Switch handles graphically intensive games like Cyberpunk well, a significant improvement over previous generation consoles [5] Technical Specifications & Capabilities - The improved processing power allows for better graphics and more complex gameplay [4][5] - The new Switch handles demanding scenarios like four-player split-screen with multiple simultaneous effects smoothly [3] - Display improvements contribute to a better visual experience, potentially due to upgrading from older models [4]
We spent some time using the Norbauer Seneca, a $3,600 luxury keyboard.
The Verge· 2025-06-18 14:14
Product Overview - The Norbauer Senica keyboard is highlighted as a high-end, custom-built keyboard [1] - The keyboard's price is $3,600, reflecting a focus on quality over mass production costs [1] - The keyboard weighs approximately 7 lbs [2] Key Features - Custom switches and stabilizers are described as top-tier [1] - Precision engineering is a key aspect of the keyboard's design [2] Review & Availability - A full review of the Senica keyboard is available on the verge.com [2] - An article detailing the Senica's cost is also available on the verge.com [2]