Image: Procreate Digital illustration software company Procreate has announced Procreate Dreams, its new 2D animation app for iPad that aims to provide animation tools that anyone can use, regardless of their animating experience. Procreate Dreams will be globally available to download from the App Store on November 22nd for a one-time purchase of $19.99 — a rare sight in an industry that has widely transitioned to subscription pricing models.Designed for touch, Procreate Dreams features tools like Performing that enable users to automatically add keyframes to a project using gestures that record the animator’s actions in real time. Procreate claims the tool will “forever change the way creatives animate” by allowing them to instantly respond to their... Continue reading…

Now that Apple has unveiled its take on spatial computing with Vision Pro, there's a lot more attention on augmented and virtual reality headsets and glasses. Although it's uncertain whether Vision Pro will be the game-changing device it's billed to be when it releases, there are a lot of great augmented and virtual reality products that you can actually buy today. This sector of the technology industry hasn't advanced as quickly as others in the past, there are still quality options available that might be worth taking a look at.

It's that time of year again when Samsung brings the hottest deals on some of its best products. While the sales event officially starts next week on September 11, you're getting early access to some of the best deals on smartwatches, monitors, smartphones, and more. So if you've been eyeing that brand new Galaxy Z Fold 5, or just needed a new monitor, we've rounded up some of the best deals from the Discover Samsung Early Access event.

People have had their qualms with Apple Music since it was first unveiled in 2015. For those unfamiliar, Apple's purchase of Beats in 2014 was partially driven by the company's desire to create a music streaming service. Beats Music, an already prominent streaming service, then became Apple Music. Though the app has come a long way since then, it still has some considerable drawbacks, as pointed out by our Apple editor.

Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge The organization behind the Grammys wants to make it clear that the AI Drake song “Heart on My Sleeve” won’t qualify for an award. In a video on Instagram, Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. says the song is “not eligible for Grammy consideration” (via Deadline).On Tuesday, the anonymous creator, who goes by Ghostwriter, released another track using the AI-generated vocals of Travis Scott and 21 Savage. That’s when a report from The New York Times also suggested that the creator is shooting for a Grammy, with Mason Jr. telling the outlet that “as far as the creative side, [the Drake song is] absolutely eligible because it was written by a human.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Harvey... Continue reading…

This is the webcam you want if you're looking for excellent image quality and a product that can keep up with your movements. The Obsbot Tiny 4K webcam delivers a unique feature called auto framing that allows the camera to follow your movements to keep the subject in frame. As you can imagine, there are a number of benefits of owning a camera like this, so if you've been looking to up the quality of your web presentations or needed something more substantial for web streams — this is going to be the camera for you.

Image: Will Joel / The Verge From reading in the bath to scribbling notes in the margins, from diving into the Amazon ecosystem to avoiding it outright, there’s an e-reader for everyone. Continue reading…

Apple makes a slew of great bands for its Apple Watch, and bands from 2015 still work with the company's best smartwatches in 2023. However, Apple isn't the only company making great Apple Watch bands, and Nomad is one of the best accessory-makers out there. Nomad is based in California and generally tries to blend form and function with its products, which usually feature high-quality plastic, leather, or metal materials. With Apple rumored to ditch leather as a material with its 2023 accessory lineup, that makes Nomad accessories more appealing than ever for Apple Watch users.

Illustration by Nick Barclay / The Verge Spotify is planning on rolling out a free audiobook trial for subscribers, The Wall Street Journal reports. The pilot program will feature titles from some of the largest US publishers, and users can expect up to 20 hours of listening — roughly two audiobooks — per month.Spotify first began offering audiobooks last year after acquiring Findaway, an audiobook platform. The main difference is it’s so far been using a pay-per-download model. However, as the WSJ notes, users had to purchase audiobooks via a web browser in an attempt to circumvent Apple’s 30 percent commission for in-app purchases. The pilot program will instead allow users to download books directly within the app. The program will purportedly roll out to English-speaking... Continue reading…

Sony’s WH-1000XM5 are our favorite pair of noise-canceling headphones and are currently about $50 off. When it comes to headphones and true wireless earbuds, there are a ton of brands and products to choose from. However, the sheer range of available models can also make them difficult to shop for, especially since many of them cater to different lifestyles, budgets, and priorities. Some are better suited for long-haul flights and vigorous workouts, for instance, while others let you tune out noise so you can focus better. That’s why we’ve curated a list of the best headphone and earbud deals available. Here, you’ll find sales on all kinds of earbuds and over-ear headphones, all of which come with their own strengths and weaknesses. And if you want to do even more research before making a buying decision, we’ve put together guides to... Continue reading…

The M2 generation of MacBook Air now comes in two sizes, and both are discounted. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Apple now sells MacBooks equipped with its own M-series chips in a wide range of sizes and price points. The offerings start with the 13-inch MacBook Air from 2020 at $999 and go all the way up to last year’s 16-inch MacBook Pro at $2,499 (not counting anything you can spec out to the stratosphere). And while an Apple event on September 12th is likely to usher in an iPhone 15, there are few expectations that the Mac lineup will get any new additions until the fall. But the good news is that finding a deal on a current Mac with an M1 or M2 chip — or a higher-end Pro or Max version — is usually not too difficult. At this point, we don’t recommend buying any older Intel-based Macs. They’re just completely outclassed by all the newer... Continue reading…

Amazon’s latest Paperwhite is on sale with a power adapter and a fabric cover for $174.97. | Photo by Chaim Gartenberg / The Verge When it comes to finding a device to use to read your ebooks, you have a few options to choose from. You can always buy a tablet or use your phone, but those devices are multipurpose and can be used for a ton of things, like surfing the web or doom-scrolling on Twitter. If you are looking for something to strictly read books, e-readers, while niche, are designed to store all of your books in a virtual library with limited functionality. Amazon, one of the pioneers of the e-reader, has dominated the space for years with its ever-expanding Kindle lineup, which consists of several unique models with their own pros and cons. The bulk of the devices function as simple ebook readers; however, with the Kindle Scribe, Amazon looks to be moving... Continue reading…