Photo by Amanda Lopez for The Verge Meta’s next pair of smart glasses made in partnership with Ray-Ban owner Luxottica might be released sometime soon. As spotted by Lowpass’ Janko Roettgers, a listing for a pair of smart glasses by Luxottica Group has surfaced in the FCC’s database. Given that the original Ray-Ban Stories are listed under Luxottica and recent reports on a second-generation pair of the smart glasses, I’m inclined to believe that these filings are for the new specs. The original Ray-Ban Stories let you capture photos and videos using the cameras next to the lenses and look through what you capture on a companion app. They also have microphones and speakers to capture and play audio. They haven’t been a hit; The Wall Street Journal reported in August that l... Continue reading…

Whether you want to protect your privacy online or just want to cover your security bases while using public Wi-Fi, virtual private networks (VPN) put another layer between your device and the internet. The best VPNs work by routing your internet connection through a VPN server before accessing the rest of the internet, putting a secure tunnel between your device and the servers from which you’re pulling data. VPNs are a good way to give yourself some peace of mind online.

If you have bought one of the great iPhones, there's no better smartwatch than the Apple Watch. Other manufacturers don't offer the same level of deep integration that the Cupertino firm provides between the Apple Watch and the iPhone. With so many versions having been released so far, however, it's easy to wonder if you should opt for the newest one and why the newer ones are the best options. That’ll require some explaining.

Full HD was all the rave back in the early 2010s. TVs, laptops, and monitors were all leaving the 720p resolution behind, in favor of 1080p. It's hard to fathom just how quickly display tech advanced as we're now seeing graphics cards capable of displaying images to screens with four times as many pixels (2160p or 4K). Still, 1080p is a common resolution today as it's less demanding on PC hardware, allowing those who primarily play esports and value high frame rates above visual fidelity to enjoy excellent experiences. Here are the best 1080p GPUs for gaming.

The best gaming experiences are currently had at 4K. The best graphics cards are able to keep up with the maximum refresh rates of 2160p monitors with visual settings cranked up high, providing countless hours of smiles. But if you're on the hunt for a GPU to pair with your new 4K monitor or TV, we've got you covered with our shortlist of recommendations for the best 4K GPUs. These cards are overkill for 1080p and 1440p but can be used for achieving super-high frame rates.

While there are an elite few who can tackle an intense workout without the aid of musical motivation, most of us need the extra oomph to power through that final rep, mile, or minute. And if you aren't working out at home, you need headphones or earbuds to stay connected to your music. While many reach for lightweight, flexible earbuds, sometimes you need a solid set of cans to tune out the grunts and groans of fellow gym-goers. Maybe you want something for outdoor exercise that will leave your ear canals free from occlusion, or perhaps you're already in love with your everyday over-ear headphones and searching for a supplementary pair when at your sweatiest.

Mobile phones often boast fancy cameras or big screens, but even top-performing consumer models probably wouldn't survive on a construction site or other punishing scenarios. Fortunately, there are rugged phones out there that are built to handle impacts, dirt, moisture, and more. Some of them might come from the same brands that make notable flagships, but others are from dedicated manufacturers that focus on making the toughest devices they can. To help you sort through the many models available, I've gathered this list of the best rugged phones available.

The Lenovo Legion Go is looking to make a big splash in the market for Steam Deck alternatives, which has been growing increasingly fast since Valve introduced its handheld PC. Between the larger, sharper screen and the detachable controllers, Lenovo's take on the handheld gaming console is extremely promising. Like most devices aside from phones, the Lenovo Legion Go still comes with a charger in the box, but if you need an extra one, we're here to help.

Shopping around for the new Apple Watch Series 9? This excellent smartwatch comes with features like a brighter screen and a faster chip under the hood. And like many of Apple's latest products, it comes in a variety of color options, depending on the type of casing you choose. You can get either an aluminum case with a matte finish with an Ion-X strengthened display or a stainless steel one that's polished and has a more durable sapphire crystal display. The bands also come in multiple color options, too, but we have you covered with a look at all your options.

Photo editing is something that people often associate with the best laptops, but if you own a great Chromebook, you can still edit photos. Thanks to support for Linux and Android apps, you can download and install popular photo editors like GIMP or even use the native Gallery app and the Google Photos app to tweak a particular photo. You can even use the web and an online photo editing experience. Here are five methods we recommend.

Illustration: The Verge If you add a Community Post to a post on X (formerly Twitter), X will tell you if the person who wrote the post deletes it, the company said on Friday.“Contributors consistently say their goal is to keep others well-informed,” X wrote on the Community Notes account. “This can happen when a helpful note appears on a post, and also when an erroneous post gets deleted. Starting today, writers will be notified when a post on which they wrote a note gets deleted.” Contributors consistently say their goal is to keep others well-informed. This can happen when a helpful note appears on a post, and also when an erroneous post gets deleted. Starting today, writers will be notified when a post on which they wrote a note gets deleted. p... Continue reading…

Illustration by Nick Barclay / The Verge TikTok will try to boost its new online marketplace, TikTok Shop, by funding heavy discounts for the holiday shopping season, starting on October 27th, reports Bloomberg. The social video site reportedly hopes that by subsidizing up-to-50 percent discounts, it can gain a foothold with US holiday shoppers, who turn out in droves for big sales at retailers like Amazon and Walmart every year in November. Bloomberg says a TikTok spokesperson confirmed the plans, with official Black Friday deals starting at 8PM on November 23rd and deals for Cyber Monday running from November 28th to November 30th. TikTok rolled out TikTok Shop in the US last week, offering to hold and ship sellers’ products using its own fulfillment centers and launching... Continue reading…