Take a look at Microsoft’s new 25th anniversary Halo accessoriesMany of the devices feature the original green of Xbox’s special edition Halo console.Many of the devices feature the original green of Xbox’s special edition Halo console.by Stevie BonifieldAug 25, 2026, 6:16 PM UTCImage: MicrosoftStevie Bonifield is a news writer covering all things consumer tech. Stevie started out at Laptop...

A red alert over France, and heat that may rewrite the record books A family walks through a cooling water spray at the Eiffel Tower in Paris, Sunday, June 21, 2026. Michel Euler/AP...

Wearables are getting a taste of much-needed minimalismThis is Optimizer, a weekly newsletter sent from Verge senior reviewer Victoria Song that dissects and discusses the latest gizmos and potions that swear they’re going to change your life. Opt in for Optimizer here.During my summer vacation, I went in on the screenless wearable life. These past two weeks, I wore the Fitbit Air and the...

U.S. military says it shot down Iranian drones launched toward Gulf allies President Donald Trump arrives to speak to reporters aboard Air Force One en route from Joint Base Andrews, Md., to Eau Claire, Wis., Friday, June 5, 2026....

Samsung Featured Dua Lipa on Its TV Packaging. Now, She's Suing for $15MPopstar Dua Lipa is suing Samsung for featuring an image of her on the packaging of its TVs without her permission.The Grammy-winning British singer filed her complaint with the US District Court for the Central District of California on Friday, asking to be awarded "no less than $15 million" in damages."Ms. Lipa brings...