Author: Zach_Wilson
We’re giving away a Prime Day grab bag loaded with over $800 of free tech
We’re always testing out new products here The Verge, which presents a bit of a problem for our inventory closet in New York City. It’s literally overflowing with gadgets, new and old, so we’re restoring order by giving some of it away to one lucky person. We’ve stuffed over $800…
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Here’s what you should and shouldn’t plug into a TV USB port
A TV's USB port is often forgotten, but can still be useful. Source
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Amazon’s new Proteus warehouse robot is fully autonomous
Amazon's AI-upgraded Proteus robot can now be controlled using plain language. Source
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Let us filter AI slop, you cowards
It’s almost impossible to avoid seeing AI-generated content online, but it doesn’t have to be this way. YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and more have ramped up content authentication efforts over the last year, with many now automatically applying labels to distinguish AI-generated images, videos, and music from those made by real,…
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AI leaders call for tougher protections against AI-aided bioweapons
Some of the AI industry’s biggest rivals have put their many, many grievances aside for a common cause: making it harder for people to use their technology to develop biological weapons. In an open letter to US lawmakers, tech leaders are pressing Congress to enact rules closing what they say…
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5 Best Smart Speakers (2026): Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri
Looking to add a smart speaker to your house? Here’s which to choose, whether you’re an Alexa, Siri, or Google fan. Source
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