Software & Apps
Engadget review recap: Galaxy Z Fold 7, Panasonic S1 II, Samsung QS700F and more
We’ve been busy in the Engadget reviews department over the last few weeks, keeping up with Prime Day, product launches and the accumulating stack of devices on our desks. If you missed any of our in-depth testing recently, you can quickly catch up on the latest camera, laptop, phone and soundbar reviews in the list…
Samsung Galaxy Flip 7 FE vs. Motorola Razr 2025: Battle of the Budget Foldables
Samsung just unveiled its $900 Galaxy Flip 7 FE, the most affordable foldable phone the company has ever released. Despite that position in Samsung’s history, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE is still notably pricier than the $700 Motorola Razr 2025, leaving a decided gap in cost that makes their value comparison even more intriguing….
How Panic Shack went viral on TikTok before their debut album
On tour across the UK, Panic Shack tried an online experiment for the hell of it. “we’re gonna do this dance in every green room til we get really good, follow us on tiktok to see the progress xxxxx,” the Cardiff punk band wrote on Instagram in May 2025, posting a video of members Sarah…
iPad Not for You? Try One of These Android Tablets for Size
Other Tablets to Consider Photograph: Nena Farrell Google Pixel Tablet for $399: Google has a spotty history with Android tablets, going from the highs of the Nexus 7 to the, well, distinct averageness of the Pixel Tablet (7/10, WIRED Recommends). The 10.2-inch LCD screen is one of the highlights; the size and 439-gram weight are…
Jack Dorsey pumps $10 million into a nonprofit focused on open-source social media | TechCrunch
Twitter co-founder and Block CEO Jack Dorsey isn’t just vibe-coding new social apps, like Bitchat and Sun Day, he has invested $10 million in an effort to fund experimental open source projects and other tools that could ultimately transform the social media landscape. These efforts are funneled through an online collective called “and Other Stuff,”…
Google study shows LLMs abandon correct answers under pressure, threatening multi-turn AI systems
Want smarter insights in your inbox? Sign up for our weekly newsletters to get only what matters to enterprise AI, data, and security leaders. Subscribe Now A new study by researchers at Google DeepMind and University College London reveals how large language models (LLMs) form, maintain and lose confidence in their answers. The findings reveal…
The best student discounts we found for 2025
Your college years are typically thought of as some of the best of your life, but they can be hard to enjoy to the fullest if you’re worried about paying for the essentials like food, textbooks, supplies and, if you’re lucky, the occasional evening out with friends. With everything going up in price, it may…
Which Foldable Will You Flip For? Comparing Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Z Flip 7 FE
Samsung recently unveiled the Galaxy Z Flip 7, and while the phone is still expensive — it’ll set you back $1,100 to start — it’s matching the price of its predecessor. That’s admirable considering this newest iteration of the Flip phone series features several upgrades, including bigger screens and more powerful hardware. But the Z…
I found 19 Prime Day tech deals still live for the weekend: Save on Beats, Samsung, Microsoft, GoPro gadgets
Amazon’s massive four-day Prime Day event is officially over, but if you’re experiencing a little FOMO, don’t worry. A handful of tech deals have survived the sale and are still live right now. As Mashable’s tech editor, I’ve been covering Prime Day and Black Friday events since 2019, and I know that the end of…
I’ve Tested 45 Scooters on the Streets of New York—Here Are My 9 Favorites
Other Scooters to Consider I’ve tested many scooters. Not all deserve a spot above, but some are still worth considering. Niu KQi 100P Photograph: Julian Chokkattu Niu KQi 100P for $350: The KQi 100P is slightly lighter, cheaper, and faster than the Segway E2 Pro, my top budget recommendation, but I eked out slightly less…