Mariella Moon

Contributing Reporter

Mariella Moon has been a night editor for Engadget since 2013, covering everything from consumer technology and video games to strange little robots that could operate on the human body from the inside one day. She has a special affinity for space, its technologies and its mysteries, though, and has interviewed astronauts for Engadget. Mariella's work has previously appeared in other publications, including Popular Science, Entrepreneur, TechCrunch, USA Today and PCMag.

Articles by Mariella Moon

FDA approves at-home pap smear alternative device for cervical cancer screening
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new device called the Teal Wand, which its creator describes as an "at-home vaginal sample self-collection device for cervical cancer screening."
Mexico is suing Google over 'Gulf of America' name change for US users
The Mexican government has filed a lawsuit against Google for renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America in Maps within the United States.
Google will pay Texas $1.4 billion to settle data privacy violation lawsuits
Google has agreed to pay the state of Texas $1.375 billion to settle two lawsuits accusing the company of violating its residents' data privacy rights.
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.
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.
Apple files emergency hold to challenge App Store payment injunction
Apple has filed an emergency motion, asking a federal appeals court to put a pause on orders that would significantly change how the App Store works.
Tesla will no longer release the Cybertruck range extender
Tesla has scrapped its plans to sell a range extender for the Cybertruck, the automaker has notified people who have previously paid a $2,000 reservation fee for the $16,000 add-on.
Samsung is paying $350 million for audio brands Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Marantz and Polk
Harman International, a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung, is purchasing the audio business of health technology company Masimo for $350 million in cash.
Tesla starts selling cheaper Model Y EVs in the US
Tesla has started offering a cheaper configuration of its refreshed 2025 Model Y electric vehicle in the US.
YouTube is testing out a Premium plan you can share with one household member
YouTube has launched an experimental Premium plan that would let you and another person in your household share one discounted subscription.
DoorDash is buying British rival Deliveroo for $3.9 billion
The acquisition will "strengthen DoorDash's position as a leading global platform."
Netflix teases Squid Game's final season
Netflix has released its first teaser trailer for the final season of Squid Game.
The Louvre will stop renting out Nintendo 3DS audio guides in September
Nintendo 3DS console audio guides "will go out of operation in September 2025."
Volkswagen recalls 5,700 ID.Buzz electric vans because their seats are too spacious
Volkswagen has recalled 2025 ID.Buzz electric vans, because their rear seats are only configured for two people but are wide enough to fit three.
Apple could spend $900 million on tariffs over the next quarter
In an earnings call for the quarter ending in March, Apple CEO Tim Cook said the company expects to pay around $900 million for US tariffs for the months of April to June.
Apple updates its App Store guidelines to allow external payment options
Apple has updated its App Store guidelines to comply with the orders of a California court, which required the company to immediately stop collecting commissions on purchases that weren't paid through the App Store.
Grand Theft Auto VI is delayed to May 2026
Grand Theft Auto VI is now set for release on May 26, 2026.
Sam Altman's eyeball-scanning ID technology debuts in the US
Tools for Humanity, a startup co-founded by Sam Altman, has launched its its World eyeball-scanning identity verification system in the US.
Court orders Apple to stop collecting fees for purchases made outside the App Store
Apple will not be allowed to collect fees for external purchases effective immediately. In response, Epic Games is bringing back Fortnite to the App Store in the US.
Samsung says US tariffs will affect prices and demand for smartphones and memory chips
Samsung's chief financial officer Soon-cheol Park told reporters that "ongoing uncertainty surrounding US tariff policies continues to pose a potential risk of demand slowdown."

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