Lightning and USB-C, oh my. | Image: Asicen Did you hear the iPhone 15 has USB-C now? That’s a great thing and long overdue, but it does mean that there will be a period of transition where some of us end up having to deal with both Lightning and USB-C iPhones in our lives, particularly if we live with someone who isn’t buying the new iPhone right away.This is particularly cumbersome if you share a vehicle and want to use CarPlay in it — you’ll need a way to hook up your new USB-C iPhone and maintain a Lightning connection for the other person using the car. You could do this with multiple cables, of course, and switch it every time you get in the car, but who needs that hassle? For the past couple of years, I’ve used this three-headed cable to use Apple CarPlay and Android Auto... Continue reading…

Photo by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge If you’ve just picked up a new iPhone 15 device, before you transfer over your data from an older phone, make sure to update that new phone to iOS 17.0.2 first. An Apple support document says that the update, which came out on Thursday, fixes an issue that “may prevent transferring data directly from another iPhone during setup” (via MacRumors).Note that iOS 17.0.2 is only available for the just-launched iPhone 15 phones; the most current software for older iPhones is iOS 17.0.1, which also launched on Thursday and included some big security updates. After attempting to start a transfer, your new phone might prompt you to update — at least, that’s what happened to one colleague of mine at The Verge.The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro are... Continue reading…

Apple has been looking for ways to boost its revenue beyond relying on the sales of its excellent iPhones, unrivaled Macs, and great iPads. That's why the company offers multiple subscription services that offer different types of digital content. These include platforms that rival Netflix, Spotify, and Google Drive. So, what subscription services does Apple offer exactly? Here's what you need to know.

Microsoft's Surface laptops, tablets, and PCs are some of the most premium and versatile devices on the market There are 2-in-1 Surface Pro and Surface Go models for those who enjoy splitting time between a tablet and notebook. There are Surface Laptop and Laptop Go models for those who want a high-quality notebook. And there's the Surface Laptop Studio for those who need a pull-forward design and the horsepower for specialized work.

Illustration by Cath Virginia / The Verge A little more than a week after announcing a disastrous new pricing model that infuriated developers, Unity has introduced its revamped version. The new plan is a drastic departure from what was initially announced. Now, users on the Unity Personal subscription plan will not be charged the new fee, and Unity will increase the revenue cap on games made with that plan to $200,000.Furthermore, any game made with Unity that makes less than $1 million in 12 months will not be subject to the fee.The company is also changing what games can be assessed with the new fee. Previously, the fee would have applied to all games that met the specific download and revenue thresholds. This applied to games both in development and released. Now Unity is... Continue reading…

The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are excellent wireless earbuds for Samsung phone users. Not only do they come packed with technologies and features, but they also have a compact, modern-looking build. Despite that, though, they're still prone to cracks and scratches caused by everyday accidents. That's precisely why you should invest in a case for the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. Not only would a case protect it, but it would also liven up its dull exterior. To help you with the hunt, we've compiled a list of the best Galaxy Buds 2 Pro cases you can buy now.

The iPhone 15 Pro Max has garnered a lot of buzz since its inception at Apple’s annual September event. This is unsurprising as the device now sports a new titanium chassis, a customizable action button, the controversial USB-C port, and a new 5x periscope camera, besides the usual yearly updates. These new upgrades make this year’s iPhone Pro Max a little intriguing, making you want to see where it stands compared to the other flagship devices. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is a worthy comparison as it’s arguably the best foldable on the market and one of Samsung’s flagship devices. If you’re looking to get either of these smartphones, we’ve done an in-depth comparison of both to help you choose the most ideal one for your needs.

Quantic Dream is famous for choose-your-own-adventure games like Heavy Rain and Detroit: Become Human, where protagonists can die along the way — and apparently, Disney and Lucasfilm have signed off on that idea for its upcoming Star Wars game, Star Wars Eclipse.“There’s no game over. Anyone can die, anything can happen, and the story sort of continues,” Quantic Dream marketing VP Lisa Pendse told IGN at the 2023 Tokyo Game Show. “One of the big focuses we’ve had when we announced Star Wars Eclipse was to make sure it was clear that this is actually an action adventure game that has all of the elements that you would come to expect and want from a Quantic Dream title, which is intricately branching narratives, multiple playable... Continue reading…

Microsoft is rolling out Windows 11 build 22621.2361 to the Windows Insiders with PCs enrolled in the Release Preview channel running Windows 11 version 22H2. This new build for this channel is one of the most significant ones yet, as it's delivering Copilot, a new File Explorer, and some of the new Windows 11 23H2 features Microsoft talked about during its September 21 special event in New York.

Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Microsoft’s big Windows and Surface event focused on its AI vision of the future. Continue reading…

McAfee was one of the most popular antivirus products back in the day. However, things are vastly different in the PC landscape today as McAfee is seen as more of an optional software rather than an essential app.

Apple didn’t choose the USB-C life, but boy are we glad it got here anyway. Continue reading…