All Your Favorite Gadgets Are Getting Way More Expensive … Again

Thanks to the AI-driven chip shortage, prices for phones, computers, and consoles are sky-high—and still climbing.

When the Law Kills Your Electric Car Dealership

Dealers who invested in Polestar won’t be able to sell in the US next year after the federal government denied an authorization that would have allowed the company to avoid a Chinese tech ban.

Sony Erases Digital Content From Libraries, a Reminder That You Don’t Own What You Buy

In September, some PlayStation customers will no longer be able to access some purchased movies and shows. It underscores the fact that digital purchases are really more like long-term rentals.

How Big Is ‘Love Island USA’? More Than 10 Million People Are Already on Its App

“We have more people voting on the ‘Love Island USA’ app than we do in many political elections taking place across the country,” says the show’s executive producer.

I Tried Rips, the Card-Pack App Where Users Spend Thousands Chasing Pricey Pokémon

I ripped open $892 worth of Pokémon packs on my phone in under 15 minutes and walked away with 62 cents. My adrenaline rush felt like the future of gambling.

Meta Is Charging a Subscription for Smart Glasses Features. Welcome to the New Era of Consumer Tech

You bought the hardware. Now you’ll need to subscribe for “expanded access” to the most advanced features.

Motorola Phones Now Have a Built-In Travel eSIM for Mobile Data Outside the US

Available in select markets thanks to a partnership with Gigs, Motorola phone owners have one less hurdle to clear when signing up for a data-only eSIM before traveling abroad.

Daisy Sound’s First Headphones Are Premium, High-Quality—and Just a Little Bit Cheaper

The California-based startup enters a crowded headphone market with a $399 chiseled-aluminum gamble.

Usernames Are Coming to WhatsApp Soon. Here’s How to Reserve Yours

Even if you only use WhatsApp sometimes, you might want to snag your username now to stop giving out your phone number.