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Today’s The Verge Roundup
Ring finally brings 4K video to its battery-powered doorbell camera
25 Mar 2026, 2:11 pm by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy
Ring has announced its first battery-powered 2K and 4K doorbell cameras. The Ring Battery Video Doorbell Pro 2nd Gen ($249.99) offers 4K video resolution and 10x digital zoom, while the Battery Video Doorbell Plus 2nd Gen ($179.99) offers 2K video and 6x zoom. The Battery Video Doorbell 2nd Gen ($99.99) also has 2K but uses a built-in battery unlike the other two, which have removable batteries. The new doorbell cameras are now available for pre-order and will be released on April 29th.
The company also announced an upgrade to its Wired Video Doorbell 2nd Gen ($79.99), bringing 2K Video to its budget doorbell camera. All the models get the …
Keychron’s mechanical keyboards are up to 60 percent off
25 Mar 2026, 2:07 pm by Cameron Faulkner
Keychron makes some of the best mechanical keyboards available, whether you’re something of an enthusiast who intends to hotswap switches or someone who doesn’t want to pay a lot to get a well-built clickity, clackity board. Thankfully, Keychron, Walmart, and Amazon are all discounting a swath of Keychron keyboards through March 31st as part of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale. Keyboards of many sizes (including both 65 and 100 percent boards) are on sale, with the more recent models receiving a 10 to 20 percent discount.
For some even bigger discounts, Woot is offering a selection of wired and wireless Keychron keyboards on a first-come, first-served basis (including a unique ergonomic model mentioned below) through April 4th. In case you didn’t know, Amazon Prime members get free shipping when logged in at Woot.
There are a bunch of excellent models available, but we have a few favorites to recommend.
If you’re looking for a great, entry-level wired mechanical keyboard, there might be no need to look further than Keychron’s V1, which is just $44.99 at Woot (originally $74.99). Like pricier options below, this model features remappable keys through the Via web-based software, plus customizable RGB backlights, and hot swappable switches if you want a different click feel and sound than what comes with the keyboard. If all you want is a solid, wired-only keyboard, this is a fantastic pick.
If you like the look of the V1, but want the flexibility of going wireless, Keychron’s V1 Max is a great bang-for-your-buck pick that costs a bit more. It comes in various sizes (though, only the 75 and 100 percent layouts are discounted) and supports Bluetooth, wired connectivity via USB-C, and 2.4GHz wireless connectivity — with one USB-C receiver and one USB-A receiver included. My colleague Antonio G. Di Benedetto lovingly referred to the V1 Max as the “Toyota Corolla of keyboards” in The Verge’s buying guide because it’s reliable and likely to be good enough for most people. It now starts at $84.99, down from $115, at Amazon and $97.99 from Keychron’s online storefront.
If you’re curious about the handful of perks that Hall effect switches bring to a keyboard, Keychron’s K2 HE is available for 20 percent off from Keychron, dropping the starting price to $103.99 ($26 off). It’s slightly pricier at Amazon, where it costs $110.99. That’s the cost for the all-plastic model; the model with wood panels on its side is $111.99. Although the 75 percent board was already somewhat affordable given its specs, the barrier to entry is now even lower.
The aforementioned switches allow for adjustable, per-key actuation points and rapid trigger support, letting you execute commands incredibly quickly. You can also set dynamic keystrokes (the ability to trigger several different functions depending on how far you press or release a key) and RGB backlighting through Keychron’s browser-based app (or with the open-source QMK firmware). The good-looking keyboard also supports 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth, and wired connectivity.
It’s worth noting that, while the K2 HE supports hot-swappable switches, there aren’t many candidates out there that you can swap into this model. As of right now, it’s only compatible with the double-rail magnetic switches sold through Keychron.
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The aluminum-clad Keychron Q Max is one of the company’s nicest — and priciest — models, as it typically sells for over $200. The smaller 75 percent option is selling for 20 percent off at Keychron’s online storefront, where you can grab one for $183.90. It costs $195.49 at Amazon. While the aesthetics of the Q Max look similar to the company’s other keyboards, its all-metal design feels like it’s built a bit better. No matter which Gateron switch you opt for, the Q Max lineup is hot-swappable with other three- and five-pin switches on the market. No soldering experience is required, either; just pull them out and slot in your preferred switches.
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One of Keychron’s most unique-looking keyboards, the Q8, is a 65 percent wired mechanical model with the Alice layout. It has an ergonomic key arrangement; Instead of lining up keys in even rows, there’s a slant that might work great for people who regularly experience wrist pain from typing. This model ships with Gateron G Pro switches, but it’s hot-swappable with many 3- or 5-pin mechanical switches. You can grab this model from Keychron for $79.99, or $89.99 from Woot for $89.99.
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Apple’s iOS 26.4 update adds age verification in the UK
25 Mar 2026, 1:54 pm by Emma Roth
Apple now requires users in the UK to verify their age with the launch of iOS 26.4. In a support page on Apple’s website, the company says users must confirm that they’re over 18 to “use certain services or features, or take certain actions on their account.”
UK users can confirm their age by scanning their ID or using a credit card. If a user already has an Apple account, the company may use a linked payment method to verify that they’re over 18. Otherwise, Apple will automatically enable child safety protections, including features that block adult content on the web and blur messages containing nudity.
Apple launched iOS 26.4 on Tuesday …
The best deals we’ve found from Amazon’s Big Spring Sale (so far)
25 Mar 2026, 1:04 pm by Sheena Vasani
Amazon loves to manufacture an event. March is historically a dry spell for deals; however, with Amazon’s third annual Big Spring Sale, which starts today and runs through March 31st, the retail behemoth is hoping to lure in would-be shoppers with the promise of steep(ish) savings and discounts on more seasonal, spring-centric items to hold folks over until Prime Day surfaces at the onset of summer.
The bulk of the deals we’re seeing right now aren’t quite on par with Black Friday or Prime Day, and, as with most shopping events, not everything on sale is worth picking up. That said, Amazon’s latest sale is one of the first big opportunities we’ve seen this year to save — and bypass some tariff-induced pain — especially since some of our favorite gadgets are currently matching their lowest prices to date, including headphones, robot vacuums, and a slew of charging accessories.
To help you sift through it all, we’re focusing squarely on the gadgets that are actually worth picking up, many of which we’ve tested and recommend even at full price. You’re not limited to Amazon, either. Retailers like Best Buy and Walmart are offering the same deals in a lot of cases, meaning you don’t necessarily need to succumb to shopping at the so-called “Everything Store” just to save a buck (or 50).
Speaker deals
Echo Dot Max
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Sonos Move 2
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- The Amazon Echo Studio is on sale for $189.99 ($30 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, which matches its all-time low price. Like the smaller Echo Dot Max, the Echo Studio supports Alexa Plus and is compatible with Matter, Thread, and Zigbee so it can double as a smart home hub. Unlike the Dot Max, though, it supports spatial audio and Dolby Atmos, delivering fuller, room-filling sound. In our tests, it even sounded better than Apple’s second-gen HomePod. Read our review.
- If you’re looking for a relatively affordable Bluetooth speaker, you can pick up Soundcore’s tiny Select 4 Go at Amazon for $22.99 ($3 shy of its best-ever price), from Best Buy for $24.99, and directly from Soundcore (with code WS24A31X1USC) for $23.99. The portable, IP67-rated waterproof and dustproof speaker can float in a pool and lasts up to 20 hours on a single charge. You can also charge it via USB-C or pair it with a second Go speaker for richer, stereo sound.
Ultimate Ears Miniroll
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Sonos Roam 2
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Headphone and earbud deals
Sonos Ace
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Beats Studio Pro
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- The Beats Solo 4 are down to $119.99 ($80 off) at Amazon in several colors. This is the best price we’ve seen so far this year, though it’s nowhere near the best-ever price of $79 we saw during the holidays. These wireless headphones lack active noise cancellation, but they do support lossless playback over USB-C (or 3.5mm) for detailed, clear sound, along with spatial audio. They’re also platform-agnostic, and can last a whopping 50 hours on a single charge. Read our review.
AirPods Pro 3
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Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
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- You can currently purchase Sony’s WH-1000XM5 for $298 ($100 off) at Amazon and Best Buy. Although we saw them drop to as low as $205 in recent months, that’s still one of the better deals we’ve seen on the over-ear headphones, which still offer terrific sound and great noise cancellation despite being a last-gen model. The newer XM6 improve on both fronts and feature a foldable design, but the XM5 remain a great investment when you can find them on sale. Read our review.
- Sony’s WF-C510 are on sale at Amazon, Best Buy, and B&H Photo for around $48 ($20 off), which is the best price we’ve seen. The IPX4-rated buds offer up 11 hours of playback, multipoint Bluetooth connectivity, and a helpful transparency mode, which is a nice perk given that most cheap pairs of closed-style earbuds skip out on the latter feature in an attempt to keep costs down.
Smart home deals
Echo Show 8 (2025)
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Echo Show 11 (2025)
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- The Echo Spot is on sale for $49.99 ($30 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, which is $5 more than its best price to date. The tiny, Alexa-enabled gadget features a customizable 2.83-inch screen that can display a slew of info at a glance, such as the weather and various reminders, and it serves as a handy alarm clock for your bedside, should you need one. It also sounds surprisingly good for its size and lets you control compatible smart home devices with your voice, including your lights. Read our review.
- The Govee Table Lamp 2 Pro X Sound by JBL is currently on sale at Amazon for $134.99 ($45 off), matching its best price to date. The color-changing smart lamp offers preset scenes to help you set the mood, but it also lets you create lighting effects. It’s a Bluetooth speaker as well, one that delivers decent sound and syncs with your lights. Plus, thanks to Matter support, it’ll work with all major smart home platforms, including Amazon Alexa. Read our review.
- Govee’s Matter-compatible Table Lamp 2 is on sale for $55.99 ($24 off) at Amazon, nearly matching its best price to date. The colorful, desk-friendly RGB lamp offers adjustable lighting, the ability to sync with your music, and more than 60 preset scenes. You can also customize and create your own effects within Govee’s mobile app, or control the lights using touch, Amazon Alexa, or Google Assistant.
- You can buy two Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug Slim smart plugs on sale for $21.99 ($8 off) at Amazon, which is $2 shy of the bundle’s all-time low price. The basic plug lets you add smart features to traditional gadgets like fans and lamps, and it offers energy monitoring, so you can keep tabs on how much power you’re consuming — which is helpful if you’re trying to cut down on your electricity bill. It’s also compatible with Matter, meaning you can connect it to multiple smart home platforms for voice control.
Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Power Strip
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Deebot X8 Pro Omni
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- The newer Ecovacs Deebot X9 Pro Omni is also available from Amazon, Best Buy, and Ecovacs for $679 ($621 off), which is its best price to date. It’s very similar to the aforementioned X8 Pro Omni, but it’s able to capitalize on Ecovacs’ Boosted Large-Airflow Suction Technology, which can suck up dust and debris more easily for a more thorough clean.
- The Dreame L10s Pro Ultra is on sale for around $349.98 ($50 off) at Amazon and directly from Dreame with coupon code L10PUXM. The robovac / mop hybrid offers a respectable 7,000Pa of suction along with an extendable mop that can reach closer to edges. Its self-cleaning dock washes the mop pads with hot water and dries them with hot air. Plus, it can empty its own dustbin, refill its own water tank, and even automatically dispense cleaning solution.
SwitchBot Bot
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Nixplay Classic 10.1-inch HD Touch Screen photo frame
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- The Aura Carver Mat is on sale for $143 ($36 off) at Amazon, which is its best price of the year. The 10.1-inch digital picture frame features a 1280 x 800 HD display and lets you easily add photos and videos via the Aura app, which offers unlimited cloud storage and lets loved ones contribute images remotely. Unlike more feature-heavy frames like Nixplay’s, the Carver prioritizes simplicity and design, with a white inset mat that mimics the look of a more traditional matted frame.
- The Lutron Diva Caseta is available for $99.95 ($25 off) on Amazon right now, which is $10 shy of its lowest price to date. The smart dimmer kit lets you add smart controls to your existing lights without requiring new bulbs. It includes a dimmer switch, a Pico remote, and a hub, allowing you to control lighting through the Lutron app, set schedules, or adjust brightness from anywhere. It’s also easy to install without a neutral wire and works with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and other major smart home platforms.
Narwal Flow
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Google Nest Thermostat
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Streaming and soundbar deals
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (second-gen)
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Sonos Beam (second-gen)
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- The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus is also on sale for $24.99 ($20 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, which matches its lowest price to date. Like the 4K Max above, Amazon’s mid-tier streaming stick runs on the redesigned Fire TV OS and supports Dolby Atmos, but it offers only half the storage (8GB) and supports Wi-Fi 6 instead of Wi-Fi 6E.
- The latest Amazon Fire TV Cube is also on sale for $99.99 ($40 off) at Amazon and Best Buy. The fast streaming device supports Wi-Fi 6E along with Dolby Atmos and all the major HDR formats, including Dolby Vision, and features an HDMI input that lets you connect devices like a cable box or game console. It also pulls double duty as a decent sounding speaker with support for Amazon Alexa, so you can control smart home devices and even navigate the Fire TV interface with your voice. Read our review.
Fitness tracker and smartwatch deals
Amazfit Active 2
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Fitbit Charge 6
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- The Fitbit Ace LTE is down to around $99.95 ($80 off) at Amazon, Target, and Best Buy, matching its best price to date. The fitness tracker is designed specifically for kids, with movement-based games that encourage physical activity. It also supports GPS location tracking, along with the ability to send messages and place calls to a limited number of contacts. However, keep in mind that a Fitbit Ace Pass subscription ($9.99 per month / $119.99 per year) is required for location tracking, messaging, and access to the Fitbit Arcade. Read our hands-on impressions.
- The entry-level Fitbit Inspire 3 has returned to its all-time low of $69.95 ($30 off) at Amazon, Target, and Best Buy. The basic fitness band nails the basics, providing heart rate, sleep, exercise, blood oxygen, and menstrual health tracking. It can also provide you with a sleep score every morning, along with tips for improving your sleep. You can also remove the Inspire 3 from its band and wear it as a necklace, which is less obtrusive but disables heart rate tracking. Read our hands-on impressions.
Apple Watch SE 3
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Other Verge-approved deals
Fanttik X9 Pro Portable Tire Inflator
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Hoto 3.6V Electric Screwdriver Kit Pro
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- Insta360’s Antigravity A1 is available starting at $1,279 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Antigravity’s online storefront through April 16th for the “Standard” set, which includes Vision Goggles, a remote control, a battery, a carrying case, and four spare propellers. The 360-degree drone can shoot 8K video at 30 frames per second, with the goggles letting you see exactly what the drone sees while it’s flying, providing you with a first-person view. As of February, you can use the goggles to practice flying without sending the drone into the air. In April, additional software updates will add voice controls, timelapse photography, and fun virtual effects.
- Google’s Pixel 10 is on sale starting at $549 ($250 off) at Amazon, which is its best price so far this year despite being $100 more than its all-time low. The phone is $599.99 at Best Buy. Compared to the recently released Pixel 10A, the 6.3-inch Pixel 10 offers a more advanced camera system that includes a telephoto lens, as well as support for Qi2 wireless charging with built-in magnets. It features a 120Hz display and runs on Google’s Tensor G5 processor while offering 12GB of RAM. The phone also offers additional AI features like Magic Cue, which can offer relevant suggestions depending on what you’re doing on your phone. Read our review.
Razer Wolverine V3 Pro
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- The Hoto Mini Bike Tire Pump is on sale for $41.98 ($18 off) at Amazon, which matches its best price to date. The palm-sized device can quickly refill bike tires up to 150 PSI, inflating a 700×23C tire from flat to 80 PSI in about a minute. Powered by a 2,000mAh battery, it can inflate up to eight flat tires per charge, and it automatically shuts off once it reaches your preset pressure.
Lofree Flow84
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Apple AirTag (first-gen)
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Anker 621 Magnetic Battery (MagGo)
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- The Anker Nano Charging Station is on sale for $33.99 ($16 off) at Amazon, matching its best price to date. The travel-friendly power strip can charge up to six devices via a pair of AC outlets, two USB-C ports, and two USB-A ports. It delivers up to 67W of power, which is enough to charge a laptop or keep multiple smaller devices topped off at once, while its flat design and 5-foot cord make it easy to use in small spaces.
- The latest Tile Mate is on sale for around $19 ($6 off) at Amazon, which is $5 shy of its best price to date. The platform-agnostic Bluetooth tracker helps you keep tabs on valuables within a 350-foot range and offers an IP68 water resistance rating along with two days of location history for free. It can also send SOS alerts, though you’ll need the $14.99-per-month Life360 Gold subscription to use that feature.
Kindle Colorsoft Kids (2025)
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PDP Riffmaster
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- Black & Decker’s rechargeable Furbuster is currently on sale at Amazon for $84.99, $45 off its original list price. It’s a great handheld alternative that’s well-suited for picking up fur, dirt, and other unwanted debris, especially when you tack on the extra-long crevice tool or the included motorized pet brush.
Kindle Paperwhite (12th-gen)
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Razer Kishi Ultra
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- The DJI Osmo Mobile 7P gimbal stabilizer is on sale for around $99 ($30 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Adorama, which is also its best price to date. The smartphone gimbal doubles as a selfie stick with a built-in tripod and telescoping arm. It can automatically follow you, adjust framing of your shots, and even start or stop recording with a wave of your hand. You can also pair it with one of DJI’s wireless mics, making it a handy tool for vlogging or filming on the go.
- The Instant Pot Duo Plus 9-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker (6-Quart) is on sale for $99.99 ($40 off) at Amazon, which is $40 more than its all-time low but still the best price we’ve seen in months. The versatile multicooker can pressure cook, slow cook, sauté, steam, and more, and the six-quart capacity is large enough for family meals or to do a ton of meal prep. It also offers 15 one-touch cooking programs and an easy-to-read display that shows cooking time, temperature, and pressure.
Xbox Wireless Controller
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Carrera Smart Glasses with Alexa
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- The Keurig K-Express coffee maker is on sale for $69.99 ($40 off) at Amazon, which is $20 shy of its all-time low. The small, single-serve brewer uses K-Cup pods and makes 8-, 10-, or 12-ounce drinks at the press of a button, with a “Strong Brew” option available if needed. It also features a removable 42-ounce reservoir that holds up to four cups, along with a removable drip tray that fits most travel mugs.
- The 20-ounce Yeti Rambler is on sale for $30.40 (about $8 off) directly from Yeti, which matches the best price we’ve seen on the handy Verge favorite. Made from durable, kitchen-grade stainless steel, it uses double-wall vacuum insulation to keep drinks hot or cold for hours. It’s also dishwasher-safe, features a leak-resistant lip, and sports a slim design that should fit most cupholders.
Bird Buddy Pro (solar)
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ChomChom Roller Pet Hair Remover
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Grownsy Baby Nasal Aspirator
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Reolink’s first solar-powered floodlight camera offers wire-free home security
25 Mar 2026, 1:00 pm by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy
Reolink’s new solar-powered floodlight camera is now available. Announced earlier this year at CES, the Solar Floodlight Camera costs $109.99 but is on sale for $87.99 for the launch.
Most floodlight cameras require hardwiring into your home’s existing wiring, which can limit placement options and be difficult to install. Reolink’s latest model can be mounted anywhere. With a built-in 7,800mAh battery, it can run for up to three months without sun, but just one hour of rays can fully power it for a day, according to Reolink.
The Solar Floodlight Camera features a 2K HD camera, a 150-degree field of view, 1000‑lumen floodlights, and a 110d …
Dell made its new Pro laptops thinner and tweaked their naming scheme, again
25 Mar 2026, 1:00 pm by Antonio G. Di Benedetto
Dell is announcing a new lineup of Pro laptops to go with its recent Precision line relaunch. The new models have rejiggered names: Dell Pro 3, Dell Pro 5, and Dell Pro 7. The Pro 3 and Pro 5 models come in 14- and 16-inch models, while the Pro 7 will come in 13- and 14-inch with 2-in-1 convertible variants. All of them are due out in May, each with options for Windows 11 or running Ubuntu Linux. Prices are TBD for now.
The new Dell Pro laptops will be offered with a wide array of display and chip options, including both AMD Ryzen AI 400 series “Gorgon Point” and Intel Core Ultra Series 3 “Panther Lake.” While there are man …
Sony and Honda ain’t feelin’ the Afeela anymore
25 Mar 2026, 12:40 pm by Andrew J. Hawkins
Sony and Honda have lost that lovin’ Afeela.
The joint venture announced today that it would be discontinuing the $90,000 Afeela 1 electric sedan, as well as the unnamed Afeela SUV concept, as it adjusts to slower EV demand and policy pullbacks. In a statement, Sony Honda Mobility (SHM) determined there was not a “viable path forward” after Honda recalibrated its EV strategy following steep losses.
Earlier this month, Honda said it would take a writedown of as much as 2.5 trillion yen ($15.7 billion) on its EV investments, representing the company’s first annual loss in over 70 years as a public entity. The automaker also put the kibosh o …
Samsung’s Galaxy A57 gets thinner, faster, and more expensive
25 Mar 2026, 12:00 pm by Dominic Preston
Samsung has announced its two newest midrange phones, the Galaxy A57 and A37. Both phones benefit from a jump to IP68 water-resistance and some improved AI features, but the bigger upgrades are reserved for the A57, which is now thinner, lighter, and has a slimmer bezel around the display. The downside? They both also cost $50 more than last year’s equivalents.
The $549.99 Galaxy A57 is Samsung’s direct rival to the $499 Google Pixel 10A and $599 iPhone 17E. To help it compete, Samsung has slimmed the phone to just 6.9mm thick, noticeably thinner than either alternative, while dropping the weight to 179g. That’s been achieved without giving …
Anthropic’s Claude Code gets ‘safer’ auto mode
25 Mar 2026, 11:39 am by Robert Hart
Anthropic has launched an “auto mode” for Claude Code, a new tool that lets AI make permissions-level decisions on users’ behalf. The company says the feature offers vibe coders a safer alternative between constant handholding or giving the model dangerous levels of autonomy.
Claude Code is capable of acting independently on users’ behalf, a useful but risky feature as it can also do things users don’t want, like deleting files, sending out sensitive data, and executing malicious code or hidden instructions. Auto mode is designed to prevent this, flagging and blocking potentially risky actions before they run and offering the agent a chan …
It’s always a good time to revisit Super Mario Bros. Wonder
25 Mar 2026, 11:00 am by Andrew Webster
The best Super Mario games are ones I find myself coming back to again and again. I’m not sure I want to count how many copies of Super Mario Bros. 3 and Super Mario World I own across various Nintendo platforms, but it’s worth it because of just how satisfying it is to replay those classic levels, like revisiting a favorite album. They’re simple enough that you can jump in easily, but with a level of depth that means I’m always discovering new things. And over the last few years I’ve added Super Mario Bros. Wonder to that list, a game that is absolutely bursting with new ideas and that exudes playfulness. It’s a great way to unwind – and if …
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