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'Delete for everyone' appears in the Google Messages beta
Until now, deleting on your device has been the only option.
The new Apple iPad A16 has dropped to a new low of $278
A few colorways of the A16-powered, entry-level tablet have dropped to a new low.
The best Apple deals you can get right now: Save on iPads, MacBooks, AirPods and more
You can score a few all-time lows on some of the latest Apple gear.
Light Phone III review: Minimalism stretched to the point of frustration
The Light Phone III is a well-designed device that can help you break your smartphone addiction — as long as you can accept the compromises.
Bill Gates says he will give away almost all of his money over next 20 years
During the 25th anniversary celebration of the Gates Foundation, Bill Gates has announced that he was planning to give away "virtually all" of wealth within the next 20 years.
How to watch Samsung unveil the Galaxy S25 Edge at Unpacked
The super-slim phone will have an AI-powered 'smart lens.'
The Morning After: What we learned from the FTC v. Meta antitrust trial (so far)
The biggest news stories this morning: Tesla’s Robotaxi brand might be too generic to trademark, The enshitification of YouTube’s full album playlists, How to use a VPN on Roku.
Apple's smart glasses project may use the same chips from the Watch
Apple is developing a chip for smart glasses, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, and it's reportedly based on the chip used for the Apple Watch.
The best travel gear for graduates
Gift them a fancy new gadget before their next trip.
How to use a VPN on Chromecast or Google TV
Here's everything you need to know about installing and using a VPN on your Google TV or Chromecast streamer.
Engadget Podcast: Surface Pro 12-inch and a chat with (Google) X’s Astro Teller
This week we're diving into the new 12-inch Surface Pro, which, alongside the 13-inch Surface Laptop, is a foray into smaller Surface hardware.
The best fitness trackers for 2025
Here's a list of the best fitness trackers you can buy, as chosen by Engadget editors.
How to watch the Android Show ahead of Google I/O 2025
Google is hosting two events to share updates to Android and Gemini: It's I/O 2025 keynote and The Android Show.
How to use a VPN on Roku
Here's everything you need to know about connecting a VPN to your Roku TV or streaming device.
Microsoft says it hasn't raised Surface prices
A 13-inch Surface Pro now starts at $1,200.
You can now claim your piece of Apple's $95 million Siri privacy settlement
There's now a website you can use to submit a claim for Apple's Siri settlement, provided you purchased an Apple device between 2014 and 2024.
Threads will start telling users when their posts are demoted
Meta is bringing its “Account Status” feature to Threads, which will enable people to see when the company has removed or demoted posts or handed out other penalties.
Google I/O 2025: What to expect over the next two weeks on Android 16, Android XR and Gemini
In a couple of short weeks, Google’s annual developer conference will kick off on May 20. Here's what to expect from the event.
What we’ve learned from the FTC v. Meta antitrust trial
FTC v. Meta is unlikely to be fully settled anytime soon, the trial has successfully uncovered tons of new details about the inner workings of the social media company.
The best live TV streaming services to cut cable in 2025
Live TV streaming services get you access to local stations, sports matches and cable networks. Here's a guide to picking the best service for you.

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